Order the best Creole near Hawthorne, NY

Best Creole Restaurants Nearby in Hawthorne

Amscafe

Amscafe

4.5
(300+)
• Mexican Food • Burgers
$0 delivery fee • 5.8 mi • 36 min
"Tortas are really good for the price! Chicken tenders were crispy and the fajitas came with a lot. Big and good portions "
"Best Horchata I've had so far and the flavour on the Nachos Steak was amazing. Some of the steak was bit too chewy but vast majority was perfect."
Tacos
Asada, chorizo, pollo, adobada, pastor. (Beef, hot sausage, chicken, chopped pork, pastor) lengua or camarones (tongue or shrimp) with an extra charge.
$5.32
Pupusa Queso con Pollo
Cheese with Chicken.
$4.26
Pupusa Queso con Chicharron
Cheese and fried pork belly.
$4.37
Breakfast Beacon, Egg and Cheese Sandwich
Cheese with buds.
$5.59
Tommy's Deli Cafe

Tommy's Deli Cafe

4.5
(100+)
• American • Deli
$0 delivery fee • 4.0 mi • 37 min
"Chocolate Fudge Cake was delicious, soft, and very chocolaty, would order again!!"
"I had ordered a Bacon, Egg & Cheese Sandwich with no egg ( allergic) and added a HASHBROWN. Instead , I receive egg and HASHBROWN on a sandwich. Wasnt very pleasant to just eat the hash brown and bread "
Bacon, Egg & Cheese Sandwich
Turkey, cheddar cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayo, wedge.
$6.13
Turkey Club Wedge Sandwich
Roll or wedge. Crispy breaded chicken breasts.
$12.99
Italian Combo Cold Sandwich
Hot pastrami, Swiss cheese, saurkraut, Russian dressing on rye bread.
$12.99
Chicken Cutlet Sandwich
Chicken cutlet, fresh mozzarella, roasted peppers, balsamic.
$11.15
Burger King

Burger King

4.4
(7k+)
• Burgers • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 4.1 mi • 29 min
"Been to many Burger Kings, this was one of the best. Impossible Burger on point, as well as Chicken Nuggets and Fries cooked perfect!"
"Food came warm, fresh and crispy! Would definitely order again. I got chicken fries and the portion was perfect! They forgot my Cheesy Bacon Tots but it's okay because I was still super full by the end."
French Fries
Piping hot and perfectly salted.
$5.2
Whopper Meal
America's Favorite Burger*, The Whopper Sandwich is a ¼ lb** of flame-grilled beef with juicy tomatoes, crisp lettuce, creamy mayonnaise, ketchup, crunchy pickles, and sliced white onions on a toasted sesame seed bun. **Weight based on pre-cooked patty. *Based on May 2023 nationwide survey of 4,014 adults 18 or older.
$16.86
Bacon King Meal
Two 1/4 lb* flame-grilled beef patties with crispy bacon, melted American cheese, ketchup, and creamy mayonnaise on a toasted sesame seed bun. *Weight based on pre-cooked patty.
$18.94
Double Cheeseburger
Two flame-grilled patties. 1/4 lb* of 100% beef. All topped with 2 slices of melted American cheese, crunchy pickles, yellow mustard, and ketchup on a toasted sesame seed bun. *Weight based on pre-cooked patty.
$5.5
Froggy's Sandwiches

Froggy's Sandwiches

American • Deli
$0 delivery fee • 3.4 mi • 34 min
Frog it Up! [Custom Lunch Sandwich]
Build Your Sandwich Your Way!
$12.67
BEC
Bacon, Two Eggs, and Yellow American Cheese on a Roll
$9.35
Frog it Up! [Custom Sandwich]
Build Your Sandwich Your Way!
$9.63
Curly Fries
Chicken Cutlet, Fresh Mozzarella, and Roasted Red Peppers with Oil & Vinegar on a bed of Lettuce, in a Bowl
$5.81
Dunkin'

Dunkin'

4.5
(300+)
• Donut Shop • Brunch
$0 delivery fee • 1.5 mi • 30 min
Original Blend Iced Coffee
Freshly brewed and full of flavor, our Iced Coffee is the perfect pick-me-up any time of day or night, giving you the boost you need to keep on running.
$5.24
Bagel with Cream Cheese Spread
A delicious way to start your day. Soft and chewy, these freshly baked bagels come in some of your favorite varieties. Bagels Available in the following varieties*: Plain; Cinnamon Raisin; Multigrain; Sesame Seed; Everything. *Availability may vary depending on location.
$4.26
Bacon Egg and Cheese
Go the extra mile by bringing bacon to your Dunkin' Breakfast Sandwich. Bacon with egg and cheese, can you say, "Yum!"
$7.18
Muffins
A classic morning favorite that we're perfected over 60 years. Muffins are the perfect pair to a freshly brewed coffee. Available in the following varieties: Blueberry & Coffee
$3.55
Sabor Ambateño Bakery

Sabor Ambateño Bakery

4.5
(20+)
• Bakery • Cakes
$0 delivery fee • 5.0 mi • 32 min
$5 off on $35+
Encebollado de Pescado
Coconut juice..
$18
Jamón y Queso / Ham & Cheese
A traditional ecuadorian drink made with fruits and other spices..
$4.5
Bolón Mixto: De chicharrón y queso, con salsa de ajo - Chicharrón and mixed cheese bolón, with garlic sauce
Beef empanada baked
$4.5
183 Anthony Deli

183 Anthony Deli

4.2
(3k+)
• Sandwiches • Wraps
$0 delivery fee • 5.5 mi • 44 min
"This deli is incredible. I first tried the Italian combo and it was phenomenal. This evening at 11pm I ordered a chicken cutlet sandwich and it was so fresh and delicious. Highly recommend. Phenomenal food "
"Ordered the Italian Combo. It arrived with no oil and vinegar. 3 slices of meat. What a weak sandwich. Next time I'll order from Roosters Deli. Their Italian combo is far superior. They load up on the meat and with the proper dressings, and they are less expensive. "
Bacon, Eggs & Cheese
Bacon, eggs, and cheese sandwich with options for bread including French toast, croissant, or wraps among others. Eggs prepared to preference: scrambled, over easy, etc.
$7.27
Build your Eggs sandwich
Wrpas and wedges are made with 3 eggs. The rest of the breads are made with 2 eggs.
$7.04
Chopped Cheese
Ground Beef, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions, sweet peppers and mayo.
$10.68
Iced Coffee
Iced coffee available in 16 oz or 20 oz. Customize with caramel, French vanilla, hazelnut flavors, half and half, almond milk, milk, sugar, or enjoy it black.
$3.87
Paris Baguette

Paris Baguette

4.5
(400+)
• American • French
$0 delivery fee • 5.3 mi • 34 min
"The Strawberry Croissant is delicious and a good size. The strawberries are fresh and the custard cream is soft and sweet."
"Absolutely amazing bakery! Fresh, quality pastries and breads, it is our favorite "go to" for weekend treats! A bit pricey but worth it!"
Croissant Donut
Flaky croissant donut filled with custard cream, topped with lemon icing. Contains: Coconut, Egg, Milk, Wheat
$7.12
Ham & Cheese Pastry
Buttery pastry baked with ham, Swiss, and parmesan cheeses. Contains: Coconut, Milk, Wheat
$7.23
Strawberry Croissant
Croissant filled with soft custard cream and strawberries, dusted with powdered sugar. Contains: Egg, Milk, Wheat
$7.54
Pain au Chocolat
Flaky, buttery pastry with chocolate. Contains: Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat
$6.61
7 Brothers Diner

7 Brothers Diner

4.6
(2k+)
• Diners
$0 delivery fee • 10.5 mi • 41 min
"Broiled chopped steak and salad were delicious. A lot of food for the $. Surprised that green beans, mashed potatoes and bread were included. Highly recommend this place if you're looking for homemade fresh food"
"This is my happy go to from 7 Brothers. The 7 Brothers combo has a bit of everything for when I can't decide, and especially when someone wants a piece. Everything is always so delicious too. I truly can't go wrong! "
Cheese Burger Deluxe
Deluxe served with french fries or potato salad, lettuce, and tomato.
$15.43
2 Eggs Any Style
Add protein for an extra charge.
$11.35
Bacon and Eggs Sandwich
Choice of 4 ingredients. Served with home fries, french fries or grits, and toast. Add pastrami, chicken, lox, corned beef, ham steak, Irish bacon, Irish sausage, salami for an extra charge.
$8.03
Create Your Own Omelette
Served with ham or bacon or sausage and two eggs.
$15.65
Kristi’s Bagel Cafe Bakery

Kristi’s Bagel Cafe Bakery

American • Cafe
$0 delivery fee • 8.3 mi • 44 min
" tasty and the bagels were very soft! "
Bagel with Spread
Bagel with your choice of spread.
$4.66
BYO Breakfast Sandwich
Entirely customizable!
$12.36
Nitro Cold Brew 16 Oz
Nitrogen-infused cold brew coffee with a smooth, creamy finish. Served chilled in a 16 oz pour.
$6.5
Crumb Cake
Soft cake with a thick crumb topping.
$6
Gordo's Deli - 23 E Main St

Gordo's Deli - 23 E Main St

4.6
(20+)
• Mexican • American
$0 delivery fee • 3.8 mi • 32 min
"I got the Al pastor tacos yesterday and they were delicious I ordered the Philly Cheesesteak and it was outta this world 11/10 will be ordering again"
"The service is poor, food was subpar and not flavorful. Also walked in and ordered the ribs and pernil which were hard and lacked flavor. Oatmeal Atole was watery. Tres Golpes was bland. The onions were the only thing that had some flavor."
Tres Golpes
Mangu, two salami slices, two over easy eggs & fried cheese.
$13
Nachos
Cheese, pico de gallo, lettuce, sour cream with chicken or beef.
$15.8
Parm Sandwich
Marinated pork with sliced pineapple, garnished with onions, cilantro, & side of fresh radishes.
$13.27
Al Pastor Tacos
Chicken or steak quesadilla with pico de gallo, sour cream, & side of fries.
$13.2
Goldberg's Original Bagels

Goldberg's Original Bagels

4.5
(1k+)
• Sandwiches • Omelets
$0 delivery fee • 11.8 mi • 38 min
"nova Scotia on bagel with scallion cream cheese was sooo fresh. BLT on whole wheat had plenty of everything. Both a hearty serving."
" Fresh Orange Juice is very small for the price. It's almost the size of a McDonalds milk bottle. "
14. Bacon, Egg & Cheese
Plain, Everything , Sesame, Cinnamon Raisin, Egg, Garlic, Onion, Poppy, Pumpernickel, Rainbow, Rye, Wholewheat.
$7.71
Bagels
On a bagel, flagel, or roll.
$5
2. Plain Cream Cheese
On a bagel, flagel, or roll.
$3.75
Winfield Street Coffee

Winfield Street Coffee

American • Coffee Shop
$0 delivery fee • 10.3 mi • 38 min
Bacon Egg and Cheese
bacon, egg, american cheese on a NY roll
$13.21
Peanut Butter Mocha
cocoa powder, peanut butter, mixed with a double shot of espresso, and your choice of milk
$8.69
Iced Cappuccino
double espresso plus 6oz of your choice of milk over ice
$6.55
Cappuccino
double espresso plus 6oz steamed milk
$6.08
Main Street Deli

Main Street Deli

4.5
(700+)
• Burgers • breakfast
$0 delivery fee • 5.1 mi • 52 min
"Tasty and comes in large portions. Cheaper than other options of equivalent caliber."
"Food isnt bad. The problem? U dont receive ur money's worth. I've purchased breakfast sandwiches (eg: ham, egg & cheese or bacon, egg & cheese or salami, egg & cheese) & they give u a paltry amount of the meats & cheese. @ least other delis that may give u the same amount, charge u FAR less. 1 even gives u a frequent buyer program. Overall, their prices r ridiculous."
Classic BEC (Bacon, Egg & Cheese)
Classic Bacon, Egg & Cheese on a kaiser roll.
$6.55
Egg Sandwich (Click for more options)
Best Seller! 2 eggs cooked any style on your choice of bread. Add breakfast meat and cheese to make a perfect breakfast sandwich.
$7.87
Toasted Cream Cheese Bagel
Plain, sesame, Whole Wheat, poppy, cinnamon raisin & everything bagel VEGGIE OR SCALLION CREAM CHEESE MADE BY ORDER
$3.72
Philly Cheese Steak with Onions & Peppers Roll
For an additional $3 receive your choice of soup (Chicken Noodle / Pasta Fagioli / Split Pea) with can of soda (Gingerale / Brisk / Orange Soda / Coke & Diet Coke) SPECIFY CHOICES IN ORDER PLEASE!
$10.6
El Miski

El Miski

4.5
(400+)
• Spanish • Breakfast
$0 delivery fee
"Amazing Peruvian food. Pollo Saltado and Chaufa de Pollo are my favorite. "
"The maduros and yuca were DRY. Like old and dry. The chicken was god though The maduros were not ready to make. Soooo so dry and flavorless The yuca looked like it was cooked in old oil. Overcooked and old Paid $35 for chicken and terrible yuca and maduros."
55. Lomo Saltado
Beef slices fried in onion, tomatoes, French fries, and rice.
$19.93
17. Medio Pollo a La Brasa
1/2 rotisserie chicken. Choose two sides: French fries or rice or yuca or salad.
$16.96
16. Pollo a La Brasa - Entero
Whole rotisserie chicken. Choose two sides: French fries or rice or yuca or salad.
$27.44
20. Chaufa De Pollo
Fried chicken rice, Peruvian style.
$17.77
EL PALACIO DE LOS MARISCOS

EL PALACIO DE LOS MARISCOS

3.9
(10+)
• Mexican • Seafood Restaurant
$0 delivery fee
"I ordered Fajita Mixta / Mixed Fajita, DELICIOUS, ultra fresh and very ample. will definitely order again. Incredible value."
Lomo Saltado / Sautéed Sirloin
Carne de res salteada con cebollas, tomates y papas fritas. / Stir fried beef with onions, tomatoes and French fries.
$19.79
Milanesa de Pollo / Breaded Chicken Breast
Mezcla de mariscos marinados en zumo de limón. / Mixed seafood marinated in lemon juice.
$17.68
Ceviche Mixto / Mixed Ceviche
Combo individual de marisco empanizado con pescado, cangrejo, mejillones y camarón. / Individual breaded seafood combo with fish, crab, mussels and shrimp.
$20.27
Chaufa de Mariscos / Seafood Fried Rice
Bistec a la parrilla, frijoles, plátanos, arroz y huevo. / Grilled steak, beans, plantains, rice and egg.
$20.86
Mistura Peruvian Flavor Restaurant

Mistura Peruvian Flavor Restaurant

Peruvian • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
Lomo Saltados
Half Chicken with 2 Sides.
$20
Chicken Chaufas
Serves 4 it comes with 2 sides.
$19
Half Chicken
Peruvian seafood bouillabaisse.
$17
Whole Roasted Chicken
Boiled potatoes offered with a Peruvian feta cheese sauce, boiled eggs and black olives.
$29
The Patio

The Patio

4.6
(900+)
• Seafood • Chicken
$0 delivery fee
"The Chicken Salad BLT Wrap was delicious and the portion was enough for 2 people 😋"
"The Western Omelet had no cheese. The hashbrowns were mush and had no flavor. The Bacon, Egg & Cheese Sandwich is good but the roll is too big for the amount of eggs."
Side of Bacon
Served on challah bread for additional charge. add bananas, blueberries or chocolate chips for additional charge.
$5.25
Bacon, Egg & Cheese Sandwich
Add ice cream or whipped cream for add'l charge.
$8
French Toast
Mixed vegetables, peppers, onions mushrooms, spinach, tomato,
$9.76
Belgian Waffle
Served with home fries & toast.
$10.66
Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar

Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar

4.4
(1k+)
• Seafood Restaurant • Seafood
$0 delivery fee
"OMG!!! The fried shrimp is always on point. The right amount of crisp and flavor."
"OMG H&R Cajun Shrimp Alfredo was so so good. The fflavor bomb and you get a lot of Shrimp. i did get the extra shrimp. only thing sauce was watery for an Alfredo. other than that worth the money. I would order it again asking for extra creamy sauce"
Small Catch
Min of two items. mix up your seafood to create your perfect meal choose any combination-or stick with your one fave-you can't go wrong.
$38.04
Mini Boil
Half pound of seafood to get your feet wet includes corn (30) and 2 potatoes (232). don't forget to pick your sauce, spiciness and add on the extras
$20.09
Large Catch
Choice of 1 item and sauce.
$56.3
Shrimp Basket
Breaded or Plain. Choice of BBQ Cajun, buffalo, lemon pepper.
$18.36
Los Andes Chilean Bakery

Los Andes Chilean Bakery

4.8
(30+)
• American • Bakery
$0 delivery fee
"The completo is so satisfying and filling. The avocado was creamy and the tomato was tangy and together with the rich mayo it was such a flavour bomb. Will definitely order again."
"He were not empanadas as described and the DoorDash description in fact they are almost half the size, but they are still good..."
Churrasco / Skirt Steak
Carne de res finamete laminada, cocida a la plancha, queso fundido, tomate, palta y mayonesa, un clásico de clásicos en chile, el pan es a elección se recomienda batido o amasado tostado. / grilled thinly sliced beef meat, molten cheese, tomato, avocado and mayonnaise, a classic among classics in chile, with your choice of bread, we suggest batido or toasted kneaded bread.
$12.35
Empanada de Carne / Beef Empanada
Típica empanada de pino chilena. masa de harina de trigo horneada, crujiente, rellena de carne molida, cebolla, huevo duro, aceituna y pasas, ¡como debe ser / typical chilean pine empanada. crispy baked wheat flour pastry filled with ground beef, onion, hard-boiled egg, olives, and raisins, just as it should be
$5.48
Empanada de Hoja de Queso / Cheese Leaf Empanada
Masa de hojaldre o mil hojas horneada, rellena de queso mozzarella fundido. excelente opción vegetariana. / baked puff pastry or mil hojas filled with molten mozzarella cheese. an excellent vegetarian option.
$3.95
Berlín de Crema / Cream Berlin
Pan dulce frito, relleno de crema de vainilla o crema pastelera. / fried sweet bread, filled with vanilla cream or pastry cream.
$3.55
Sundance Deli

Sundance Deli

4.8
(400+)
• Deli • Dinner
$0 delivery fee
"The sandwiches were very good!!! I would recommend this place if you are in the mood for sandwiches. I would recommend to get the sandwich I got Italian fusion sandwich. I would order food from this deli again"
"My favorite place for authentic Mexican! Fresh, delicious, and reasonably priced. Staff are friendly and accommodating "
California Wrap
Breaded chicken cutlet, guacamole, onions, jack cheese, lettuce, tomato & ranch dressing.
$15
Quesadillas
Beef, chicken or vegetables, topped with guacamole, pico de gallo, sour cream, rice and beans on the side.
$18
Bronx Is Burning
Fresh chicken cutlet, cherry peppers, onions, lettuce, tomato, mayo
$14.07
Burritos
Chili meat, chicken, steak or vegetable with rice & beans, lettuce, cheese, guacamole, pico de gallo, sour cream and salsa verde in a rolled flour tortilla wrap.
$15.97
Tazza Cafe

Tazza Cafe

American • Coffee
$0 delivery fee
Berry Crunch Oatmeal
Blueberries, strawberries, granola.
$9.97
Apple Pie Oatmeal
Sliced apples, cinnamon, brown sugar.
$9.71
Fruit Smoothies
Blended frozen fruit drink.
$7.65
Iced Coffee
Freshly brewed and sure to refresh.
$5.19
IHOP

IHOP

Chicken • Milk Shakes
$0 delivery fee
Breakfast Sampler
2 eggs*, 2 bacon strips, 2 pork sausage links, 2 pieces of ham, hash browns & 2 buttermilk pancakes†.
$22.32
Sirloin Tips & Eggs
Sautéed with onions & mushrooms, served with 2 eggs*, hash browns & 2 buttermilk pancakes†.
$24.08
Thick ‘N Fluffy Classic French Toast
2 slices topped with whipped real butter & powdered sugar.
$16.79
Side Hash Browns
Choose Cheddar, American or Cheddar-jack cheese, then fill with bacon, pork sausage, ham onions, mushrooms, peppers, spinach, tomatoes avocado, hash browns.
$5.99
Catharsis

Catharsis

4.9
(20+)
• Peruvian • Greek
$0 delivery fee
Empanadas
3 empanadas choice beef, chicken, cheese, mix.
$14
Lomo Saltado
Beef slices fried in onions. tomato, French fries and rice. Add: Chicken, Shrimp Seafood with an additional cost.
$23.32
Cuban Sandwich
Pickles, ham, Swiss cheese, roast pork, mustard.
$16
Catharsis Wings
8 chicken wings accompanied by celery and carrots. BBQ, mild, buffalo, honey.
$16
Qosqo Inka  Restaurant

Qosqo Inka Restaurant

4.5
(200+)
• Chicken • Seafood
$0 delivery fee
"The Pollo á la Brasa / Rotisserie Chicken was so juicy and tender! Fell right off the bone. Tallarines Verdes y Pollo / Green Spaghetti Al Pesto Served with Chicken was the perfect light pasta dish I was craving. This is my second time ordering these items and wont be the last. "
"Pictured was an entire rotisserie chicken, the title was "pollo à la brasa" it wasn't readily obvious to me that I was paying 16 dollars for a thigh and a leg, no breast, incredibly weak portion for the price and deceiving title and photo."
Rotisserie Chicken (Pollo à la Brasa)
Peruvian rotisserie chicken (whole) served with 2 choices: french fries, salad and rice.
$23.88
Lomo Saltado
Tender strips of beef stir-fried with onions, tomatoes, and french fries, served over rice.
$23.18
Chaufa de Pollo
Peruvian-style chicken fried rice, mixed with vegetables and scrambled eggs.
$22.05
Maduros
Peruvian-style pasta made with a creamy basil sauce, served alongside beef.
$7.06
Dirty Burger

Dirty Burger

3.4
(10+)
• American • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee
Double Smash Cheeseburger Combo
Your choice of side and drink, AND two juicy smashed beef patties, seared to perfection, layered with melty American cheese and our house-made Dirty Sauce on a toasted Martin’s Famous Potato Roll.
$14.78
Triple Smash Cheeseburger Combo
Your choice of side and drink, AND three juicy smashed beef patties, seared to perfection, layered with melty American cheese and our house-made Dirty Sauce on a toasted Martin’s Famous Potato Roll.
$18.41
Triple Smash Cheeseburger
Three juicy smashed beef patties, seared to perfection, layered with melty American cheese and our house-made Dirty Sauce on a toasted Martin’s Famous Potato Roll.
$15.38
Single Smash Cheeseburger
A juicy, smashed beef patty, seared to perfection, topped with melty American cheese and our house-made Dirty Sauce on a toasted Martin’s Famous Potato Roll.
$10.28

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