Cane Menu Overview at H Street Corridor Washington DC
Discover the vibrant flavors of Trinidadian street food at Cane, nestled in the heart of Washington's H Street Corridor. This cozy eatery delivers a delightful mix of Caribbean classics and innovative dishes that promise to tantalize your taste buds with authentic spices and rich textures.
Starters to ignite your appetite
Kick off your meal with Cane's enticing starters, each crafted to showcase Caribbean street food at its best. The iconic Doubles features soft fried bara bread layered with cumin-spiced channa (chickpeas), offering a comforting yet bold introduction to the menu. If you crave succulent poultry, the Trini-Chinese Chicken combines crisp fried chicken with a savory oyster sauce glaze for a perfect fusion of flavors.
- Jerk Wings - 12-hour marinated and smoked chicken wings bursting with smoky spice.
- Geera Pork - Cumin-spiced pork belly with rich and earthy notes.
- Trini-Style Beef Pie - Spicy beef filling encased in flaky pastry served with your choice of culantro sauce or tamarind mayo.
- Trini-Style Eggplant Pie - Fire-roasted eggplant accented with house-made pepper sauce for a smoky kick.
- Hops - Traditional Trini-style rolls served with a spicy butter accompaniment.
- Crispy Kale - Fried kale and channa with chilies and a sweet mango chutney that balances spice and freshness.
- Eggplant Choka - Fire-roasted eggplant blended with garlic and spices for a smoky, savory starter.
- Fried Cabbage - Savoy cabbage sautéed with pimento peppers, habanero chilies, garlic, and ginger finished with soy sauce.
- Tomato Choka - Fire-roasted tomatoes mingled with garlic and spices for a fresh and smoky flavor.
Hearty mains to satisfy every craving
At Cane, mains are a celebration of Caribbean culinary heritage with a modern touch. The Oxtail Plate features marinated and grilled oxtails served alongside fragrant rice, delivering a rich and comforting experience. The Pepperpot stew is a robust combination of oxtail, cowheel, and beef chuck stew, paired with coconut rice and traditional hops rolls for a truly authentic meal.
- Medium Snapper Escoveitch - Whole deep-fried snapper served with zesty culantro sauce and pickled chilis.
- Small Snapper Escoveitch - Smaller portion of the classic whole deep-fried snapper with culantro sauce, pickled chilis, and rice.
- Hakka Pork Ribs - Hakka-spiced pork ribs glazed with garlic-culantro sauce, accented by pickled peppers and coconut rice.
For those seeking personalized or group dining, Cane offers Tiffin Boxes — balanced meals with potato and channa curries, paratha roti, and your choice of protein or vegetarian options. Whether you prefer beef, chicken, goat, shrimp, or vegetarian chokas, these meals are crafted to deliver satisfying flavors and convenience.
- Personal Omnivore Tiffin Box - Potato and channa curries plus one protein curry choice with paratha (buss-up-shut) roti.
- Personal Herbivore Tiffin Box - Potato and channa curries with a choice of tomato or eggplant choka, served with paratha roti.
- Family Omnivore Tiffin Box - Generous portions of potato and channa curries with up to two protein curries, complemented by paratha roti.
- Family Herbivore Tiffin Box - Wholesome potato and channa curries paired with tomato and eggplant chokas, served with paratha roti.
Sweet finishes and refreshing drinks
Complete your dining experience at Cane with their selection of desserts and beverages. While the menu highlights Caribbean street food, the inviting ambiance and expertly crafted rum-based cocktails complement every meal perfectly. Guests can enjoy a variety of refreshing drinks alongside their feast, ensuring a memorable and authentic taste of Trinidadian flavors in Washington, DC.
