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Tinker Sampler
Tequeños, corn cheese bites, yuca cheese bites, mini sweet cheese arepas, Nutella tequeños.
Miami Style Wings
Grilled chicken wings in house-made secret sauce (Tioga only).
Tequeños
Cheese sticks wrapped in dough and fried golden crisp.
Tostones
Crispy green plantains with choice of toppings.
Chicharrón
Crispy pork belly with fresh lime.
Black Bean Hummus
Served with crispy arepa chips.
Guacamole
Fresh avocado dip served with arepa chips.
Elote (Mexican Street Corn)
Grilled corn topped with spicy mayo, lime, and tajín.
Mini Sweet Arepas
Fried arepas filled with shredded cheese.
Yuca Cheese Bites
Fried yuca bites filled with cheese.
Ceviche (Friday–Sunday)
Classic fish ceviche or ceviche chicharrón (fried pork)

Arepas

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Appetizers

Venezuelan arepas stuffed with beef, cheese, and avocado at Tinker Latin Restaurant

Traditional Venezuelan cornmeal sandwiches, gluten-free.

Classic
Your choice of meat, 2 fried or grilled arepas, house sauce, pink sauce, cheese & lettuce or cabbage.
Reina
Shredded Chicken with cream, house sauce, cheese & avocado
Pabellon
Shredded beef,black beans, sweet plantain, cheese & house sauce.
The Vegan
Impossible meat, avocado & pico de gallo
The Vegetarian
Cheese, avocado, black beans, sweet plantains & black beans
Tinker's Special
Steak, chimichurri, pico de gallo & cheese.

Tinker Grill

Grilled Churrasco, Picanha, ribeye steak from Tinker Latin Restaurant in Gainesville, Florida

Grilled to perfection, served with two sides (Tioga only).

Picanha (Top Sirloin)
Churrasco (Skirt Steak)
Ribeye Steak

Entrees

House Favorites

Tinker Grill

Latin entrees like Bistec a caballo, lomo saltado, pabellon, and mofongo from Tinker Gainesville

Satisfying main dishes served with authentic flavors.

Daily Soup
Ask about today’s fresh soup.
Pargo Frito (Whole Fried Snapper)
Served with two sides.
Chimichurri Salmon
Grilled salmon, chimichurri, two sides.
Lomo Saltado
Beef stir-fry, onions, peppers, fries, rice.
Bistec a Caballo
Steak with fried egg, two sides.
Pollo al Horno
Baked chicken with chimichurri, two sides.
Pollo a la Plancha
Grilled chicken with chimichurri, two sides.
Caesar Salad
Romaine, bacon, croutons, parmesan (add chicken, salmon).
Mofongo
Mashed plantains, pork, garlic, two sides.
Bandeja Paisa
Rice, beans, steak, pork belly, sausage, egg, plantains.
Pabellón Plate
Shredded beef, black beans, sweet plantains, rice.
Vegan Pabellón Plate
Impossible meat, black beans, sweet plantains, rice.
Tilapia
Grilled fish served with two sides.
Mofongo with Chicharrón
Plantain mash topped with crispy pork belly, two sides.
Cuban Plate
Roast pork, rice, beans, sweet plantains.
Salmon a la Parrilla
Grilled salmon, two sides.
Branzino
Grilled branzino served with two sides.

Empanadas

House Favorites

Crispy cornmeal pastries with delicious fillings.

Pabellón
Shredded beef, black beans, sweet plantains, cheese.
Ground Beef
Savory seasoned beef.
Cheese
Creamy melted cheese.
Shredded Beef
Slow-cooked shredded beef with spices.
Chicken
Tender shredded chicken seasoned perfectly.
Fish
Seasoned fish filling, crispy outside.
Black Beans & Cheese
Savory black beans with melted cheese.
Impossible Meat (vegan)
Delicious plant-based filling.

House Favorites

Customer favorites like cachapa and patacón from Tinker Latin Restaurant in Gainesville

Customer-loved dishes you won’t forget.

Cachapa
Sweet corn pancake, queso de mano, nata cream.
Sweet Patacón
Sweet plantain sandwich with shredded beef, chicken salad, or vegan fillings.
Salty Patacón
Green plantain sandwich with shredded beef, chicken salad, or vegan fillings.

Soups

All Day Breakfast

Chupe de Pollo
Chicken chowder.
Chupe de Camarones
Shrimp chowder.
Cruzado de Res y Gallina
chicken, hen & beef ribs with stewed vegetables served with an arepa & Lime

All Day Breakfast

Latin breakfast dishes like pancakes, vegan, arepas, and hash a lo Cubano at Tinker Gainesville

Breakfast favorites served all day.

Panquecas con Guayaba y Queso Crema
Pancakes topped with guava sauce and cream cheese.
Hash a lo Cubano
Potatoes, eggs, sausage, shredded beef, maduros, cilantro sauce.
Latin
Scrambled eggs, cheese, sweet plantains, served with arepa.
Venezuelan
Shredded beef, cheese, avocado, served with arepa.
Vegetarian
Cheese, avocado, black beans, sweet plantains, served with arepa.
Classic
Ham and cheese served with arepa.
Vegan
Avocado, black beans, sweet plantains, served with arepa.

Special Deals

All Day Breakfast

Special Deals

Happy hour drinks and Latin dishes from Tinker Latin Restaurant in Gainesville, Florida

Kids Eat 50% Off
Every Wednesday, kids up to 10 years old get 50% off their meals.
Martini Tuesdays
Enjoy special martini prices every Tuesday.
Happy Hour Specials
Join us for happy hour specials Tuesday–Friday from 3pm to 6pm.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the gluten-free options at Tinker Latin Food?

Tinker Latin Food offers a variety of gluten-free options such as Arepas, salads, grilled chicken, and seafood dishes.

Does Tinker Latin Food have a kids menu?

Yes, Tinker Latin Food has a kids menu which includes Ropa Vieja Plate,Beef burger, Chicken Tender with fries and grilled chicken plate.

Does Tinker Latin Food offer vegan options?

Yes, Tinker Latin Food offers vegan options such as veggie burgers and salads. Please inform your server of any dietary restrictions or preferences.

Where is Tinker Restaurant located?

We have two convenient locations in Gainesville and Tioga, Florida.

Do you have daily specials?

Yes, check out our Lunch deals each week

When is Happy Hour at Tinker Restaurant?

Happy Hour is Tuesday to Friday from 3pm to 6pm which include Beer, Mojitos and Margaritas

Are reservations required?

Reservations are not required but recommended for weekends and special occasions.

What are the most popular dishes?

Our customer favorites include Arepas, Entrees, and Cachapas.

Does Tinker Restaurant offer takeout or delivery?

Yes, we offer both takeout and FREE DELIVERY if you order in our website

Do you have special discounts?

Yes! Kids eat 50% off on Wednesdays, plus Martini Tuesdays.

Are gift cards available?

Yes, gift cards can be purchased at both restaurant locations.

Are you dog friendly at Tinker?

We love dogs—sometimes even more than people (just kidding!). Your furry friends always come first here with fresh water bowls and our comfy, covered patio, perfect for pups and humans alike!

Is it possible to reserve the entire restaurant?

We have rented out our restaurant in the past! We'd be happy to do it again. Call us here at the restaurant or our catering department to inquire about us hosting your event!

What areas do you serve?

Tinker Latin Restaurant proudly serves Gainesville, Florida, and nearby neighborhoods including Paradise, Shadow Lawn Estates, Midtown ,Wimberly Estates, Newberry, Northwood, Jonesville, Suburban Heights, Alachua County, West Gainesville, Daysville, Beville Heights, Archer Road Area, Durant Estates, West Hills, and Kincaid Hills, Tioga

is there anything fun to do around Tinker?

Of Course! we are near Uf University, Depot Park, Ginnie Springs, Blue Springs, Rainbow Springs, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Stephen C. O'Connell Center, Alachua County Sports & Event Center

Do you offer wedding catering in Gainesville, FL?

Yes! Tinker Latin Restaurant provides professional wedding catering services throughout Gainesville and surrounding areas. Please visit our Wedding Section.

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