Mateo Menu
Mateo is a Southern-inspired Spanish tapas bar located in Durham, NC. This trendy spot offers a wide range of vegan and vegetarian options, making it a great choice for groups or dinner outings. The menu features a variety of small plates like Croqueta piquillo, Huevo Diablo, and Gambas, along with delicious salads such as Ensalada De Trucha Ahumada and Ensalada De Bonita Del Norte. Don't miss out on their selection of Jamon, including Serrano, Iberico, and Johnston Co. mangalista. The atmosphere is lively with moderate noise levels, perfect for enjoying a meal with friends or family. With waiter service, a full bar, and outdoor seating, Mateo provides a top-notch dining experience with a touch of Southern hospitality.
Tapas
Croqueta
piquillo + ashe county cheese croquetas (3)
Huevo Diablo
spanish deviled egg, chorizo (2)
Mata Y Pimienta Gelatina
house made farmer's cheese, espelette pepper jelly, toasted bread
Tortilla Espaola
egg, yukon gold potato, aioli
Boquerones
pickled spanish white anchovies & potato chips
Gambas
shrimp, olive oil, garlic, chili, lemon, parsley
Patatas Bravas
fried potatoes, two aiolis, spicy tomato sauce
Costillas De Puerco
pork ribs, espelette pepper jelly
Calamares Fritos
semolina encrusted calamares, piquillo tartar sauce
Mejillones
mussels, chorizo, piperade, roasted tomato butter
Almejas Pequenas
manila clams, sherry, garlic, boiled peanuts, ham
Ensalada De Trucha Ahumada
ncsmoked trout, almonds, apple,beets, pickled red onion, bibb lettuce, manchego,sherry vinaigretta
Ensalada De Bonita Del Norte
imported spanish tuna, lettuce, piquillo pepper, caper, olives, potato,migas,tomato vinaigretta, egg
Bistec
hanger steak, romesco verde, fingerling potato, mojo rojo, charred onion
Ensalada De Kale
marinated kale, crispy artichokes, meyer lemon, chorizo, manchego
Ensaladas
Jamon
Serrano
r. iglesias 18 month, spain
Iberico
jamón de iberico bellota, spain 20
Lomo
lomo la quercia, iowa
Chorizo
palacios, spain
Johnston Co.
mangalista, smithfield, nc
Sam's Ham
18 month / chapel hill, nc
Mixto
sample of four
Sopa De Dia
soup changes daily, please ask us.
Sopa
Bocadillos
Jamn Y Queso
serrano ham, goat cheese, pepper jelly, apple, toasted baguette
Sac De Cerdo
pulled pork, serrano, caramelized onion, hoop cheddar, pickle, mustard, toasted baguette
Adobo De Pollo
marinated chicken, piperade, manchego, pickled vegetables,toasted baguette
Hamburguesa
chopped shortrib + chuck burger, caramelized onions, pimenton aioli,toasted bun
Pollo Frito
fried chicken, hot smoked paprika dip, pickle, lettuce, tomato, dukes mayonnaise, toasted bun
Tuna Melt
imported tuna, manchego, pickled onion relish, toasted baguette
