- Baja California Tasting Menu
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Happy Hour
- Saturday Brunch
- Sunday Brunch Buffet
- Vegan & Vegetarian
- Dessert
Available for dinner Monday - Saturday from February 20 to March 29
Caracol's menus are culinary tours along the Mexican coasts, shared by 16 of the country's coastal states. To further spotlight the wide variety of dishes between states, we are introducing a tasting menu series. Each optional tasting menu is featured for a month, showcasing a specific coastal state. Join us for this month's tasting menu based on Baja California!
History & Background
The Baja California peninsula is in northwestern Mexico and stretches 760 miles from the United States to Cabo San Lucas. Between 1683 and 1834, the Spanish established many religious outposts along the coast of Baja, known as the Spanish Missions. They planted vines to grow grapes for religious purposes, which set the foundation for Baja California to be the largest wine-producing area in Mexico. The cuisine has an abundance of seafood from along the coast, together with grilled and slow-cooked meats from the prominent ranchero culture. There are Mediterranean and Asian influences in the food, and popular dishes and ingredients include Baja fish tacos, langosta puerto nuevo, chocolata clams, sea urchin, quail, rabbit, aguachile, flour tortillas and Caesar salad. Popular fruits, nuts and seeds include guava, mandarin, dates, macadamia, papaya, pecans and black sesame. We hope you enjoy this menu and our interpretation of this state’s unique cuisine!
Entremes
Ensalada Caesar
whole romaine leaves, anchovies, Dijon, Worcestershire, egg, olive oil, lime juice, Parmigiano Reggiano, cracked pepper, baguette croutons, prepared tableside
Invented in the 1920s at Caesar’s restaurant in Tijuana by Italian immigrant, Caesar Cardini
La Misión - Las Californias nativo gin, Huana guanábana liqueur, hibiscus ginger beer, lemon juice, hibiscus syrup, hibiscus ice cube
Entrada
Taco de Pato con Mole de Dátiles
compressed duck taco, date mole, duck skin chicharrón, cucumber, green onion, flour tortilla
2021 Casa Jipi Nebbiolo Llano Colorado, Valle de San Vicente, México
Plato Fuerte
Pescado Zarandeado
butterflied boneless branzino, Gulf Coast crab rice, cucumber salad, caper-olive-parsley relish
2023 Xolo Sauvignon Blanc, Valle de Guadalupe, México
Postre
Galleta de Macadamia
crisp macadamia-chocolate streusel cookie, chocolate mousse, white chocolate mascarpone cream, mandarin gel, cacao tuile
Stellar Viñedos Don Leo, Parras Valley, México
$75 per person plus tax & gratuity
$36 per person for optional beverage pairing
MAKE YOUR RESERVATION
Monday - Friday 11:30 am - 4 pm
DOS POR $30
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Ensalada de Tomate
heirloom tomatoes, frisée lettuce, goat cheese, endive, caramelized pumpkin seeds, piloncillo dressing
$16
nuts
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Mejillones
mussels, pipián verde, chorizo, ginger-toaster bread
$19
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Carnitas de Atún*
seared tuna tacos, guacamole, refried beans, greens, pickled onion
$19
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Ceviche de Chile Canario*
lime-cured raw red snapper, chile canario, cherry tomato, cucumber, pearl onion, cilantro, radish
$20
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Queso Flameado con Vegetales
mushroom, peppers, caramelized onions, warm tortillas for rolling, green tomatillo
$18
vegetarian
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Tostadas de Atún Crudo*
raw tuna tostadas, chipotle mayo, serrano, leeks, mango-maracuya gel
$19
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Costillas a las Brasas
wood-roasted pork ribs, pickled onion
$17
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Chicharrón de Calamar
fried squid, serrano, crispy garlic, chipotle-tomatillo sauce
$18
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Taquitos Tronadores
crispy rolled pork tacos, avocado-tomatillo salsa, crema fresca, queso fresco
$16
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Empanadas de Camarón
corn empanadas, shrimp, tomatoes, jalapeno, caper, creamy cilantro sauce
$16
OSTIONES
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Ostiones en su Concha
Gulf oysters on-the-half-shell, salsa bruja, lime
19.00 / $38
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Ostiones Asados
wood-roasted Gulf oysters, chipotle butter, cheese, breadcrumbs
$22.00 / $44
¡TACOS, TORTAS Y MAS!
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Tacos de Pescado
crispy fried fish, Napa cabbage, chipotle mayonnaise, crema fresca, queso fresco
$22
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Torta de Pez Espada
swordfish sandwich, chile morita aioli, pickled cabbage, papas bravas
$22
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Tostadas de Camarón
two tostadas, garlic sautéed shrimp, refritos, lettuce, tomato, crema, queso fresco
$21
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Pescadillas Adobadas
fish in adobo quesadillas, Oaxacan cheese, capers, raisins, chipotle tomatillo salsa, housemade corn tortillas, summer salad
$23
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Tlayuda
large tortilla stuffed with grilled beef, house-made quesillo, Oaxacan chile, pasilla-ancho salsa, arroz blanco
$21
PLATOS FUERTES
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Arrachera *
grilled Black Angus skirt steak, poblano peppers, onion, roasted tomato, refritos, arroz a la mexicana
$26
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Ensalada de Mariscos
shrimp, octopus, squid, crab, frisée, lime, olive oil, fresh herbs, creamy basil dressing
$29
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Pescado
seared redfish, pipían, cucumber salad
$25
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Backstreet's Grilled Chicken Salad
kale, Brussels sprouts, avocado, feta, almonds, dried cherries, lemon vinaigrette
$20
peanut
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Pulpo Ahumado
smoked octopus, Mexican sausage, potatoes, onions, peppers, chipotle-tomatillo salsa, corn tortillas
$23
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Atún en Mole Amarillo
6oz yellow-fin tuna, crusted sesame seeds, mole amarillo, wild mushrooms, scalloped potatoes
$29
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Enchiladas del Dia
ask your server for today's selection
$25
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.
Please alert your server of any allergies.
Monday - Thursday, 4 pm - 9 pm
Friday & Saturday 4 pm - 11 pm
Closed for dinner on Sunday nights
Crudos
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Vuelve a la Vida *
seafood cocktail, oyster, squid, shrimp, crab, tomato, avocado, serrano, cilantro
$20
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Aguachile de Camarón*
lime-cured shrimp, avocado, tomatillo, cucumber, serrano, lime
$17
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Tostadas de Atún Crudo*
raw tuna tostadas, chipotle mayo, serrano, leeks, mango-maracuya gel
$19
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Tiradito de Medregal*
sliced yellowtail tiradito, cucumber, roasted jalapeño, lime juice, mint
$21
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Campechana Blanca *
shrimp, octopus, cherry tomato, serrano chile, cilantro, cucumbers, lime juice
$19
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Ceviche de Chile Canario*
lime-cured raw red snapper, chile canario, cherry tomato, cucumber, pearl onion, cilantro, radish
$20
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Ostiones en su Concha*
raw Gulf oysters on the half shell, salsa bruja, cocktail sauce, horseradish, lime
$19.00/ $38
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Torre De Mariscos*
Seafood Tower ~ raw oysters, mussels, jumbo shrimp, ceviche canario, campechana, lobster tails, crab fingers, clams, costeño aioli, canario mignonette, cocktail sauce
$146
Ensaladas
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Ensalada de Tomate
heirloom tomatoes, frisée lettuce, goat cheese, endive, caramelized pumpkin seeds, piloncillo dressing
$16
nuts
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Backstreet's Kale Salad
kale, Brussel sprouts, avocado, feta, almonds, dried cherries, lemon vinaigrette
$12
nuts
Antojitos
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Costillas de Borrego
grilled lamb chops, mole costeño
$22
nuts
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Empanadas de Camarón
corn empanadas, shrimp, tomatoes, jalapeno, caper, creamy cilantro sauce
$16
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Queso Flameado con Langosta
lobster, peppers, onion, melted Chihuahua cheese, flour tortillas
$26
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Pulpo Ahumado
smoked octopus, Mexican sausage, potatoes, onions, peppers, chipotle-tomatillo salsa, corn tortillas
$23
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Carnitas de Atún*
seared tuna tacos, guacamole, refried beans, greens, pickled onion
$19
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Chicharrón de Calamar
fried squid, serrano, crispy garlic, chipotle-tomatillo sauce
$18
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Taquitos Tronadores
crispy rolled pork tacos, avocado-tomatillo salsa, crema fresca, queso fresco
$16
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Costillas a las Brasas
wood-roasted pork ribs, pickled onion
$17
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Taquito de Langosta
Cabo-style lobster tail, flour tortilla, beans, serrano, endive, crema, chipotle mayonnaise
$21
Del Horno
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Ostiones Asados
wood-roasted Gulf oysters, cheese, chipotle butter, toasted breadcrumbs
15.00 / $30
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Pescado Entero
whole roasted catch of the day
$61
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Berenjena
fire-roasted stuffed eggplant, Mexican squash, potatoes, poblano, macadamia-costeño amarillo pepper sauce
$15
peanut, vegetarian, vegan option
Platos Fuertes
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Mariscos al Ajillo
sautéed scallop, shrimp, lobster, clams, mussels, octopus, crab fingers, garlic, quelites, chile de árbol, salsa paloma
$44
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Callo de Hacha
pan-seared sea scallops, roasted cauliflower, red chard, macadamia-costeño, creamy corn bomba rice
$38
peanut
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Cremoso de Camarón
wood-grilled chile-rubbed shrimp, creamy corn bomba rice
$36
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Pescado Zarandeado
wood-grilled butterflied boneless fish, a la talla sauce
$44
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Robalo con Mole Amarillo
grilled striped bass wrapped in banana leaf, wild mushrooms, mole amarillo
$38
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Mero en Chilpachole
grouper, tamal jarocho, blue crab broth
$35
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Pato con Mole de Xico
duck leg, confit, zacahuil, mole xico
$36
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Costillas de Res
braised short ribs, mashed potatoes, vegetable molote, mole mascota
$39
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Bistec con Guajillo Adobo
seared New York strip steak, ancho-guajillo sauce, layered tortilla casserole
$42
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Carne Asada con Mole Negro*
grilled 12oz Angus Prime ribeye, confit potatoes, mole negro
$57
peanut
Al Lado
Sides-
Arroz de Jaiba
Gulf Coast crab rice
$16
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Camote a las Brasas
charred sweet potato, spicy salsa macha, cotija cheese
$10
peanut
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Zacahuil de Temporada
tamal wrapped in banana leaf, mushrooms, mole negro, queso fresco, sesame seeds
$10
peanut
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Repollitos Asados
charred Brussels sprouts, chimichurri dressing
$9
vegan option
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Papas Martajadas
smashed crispy potatoes, rajas, garlic sauce, cotija cheese
$9
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Papas Gratinadas
scalloped potatoes, mole amarillo
$9
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Coliflor
roasted cauliflower, macadamia- costeña pumpkin seed sauce
$10
peanut, vegan option
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Guacamole y Totopos
guacamole, Mexican sauce, chips
$12
vegan option
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions. Please alert your server of any allergies.
Monday - Friday, 3 - 6:30pm & Saturday, 2 - 5pm
Our happy hour menu is not available on certain holidays - please call us to inquire (713) 622 - 9996
Happy Hour Drinks
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Y Porque No Margarita
blanco tequila, blue curacao, lime juice, simple syrup
$8
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La Mezcalera
mezcal, grapefruit juice, lime juice, simple syrup
$9
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Spicy Pineapple Paloma
blanco tequila, habanero-infused pineapple soda
$9
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Mojito Classico
rum, lime juice, soda
$8
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Happy Hour Wines
ask for today’s selections
glass $8
bottle $32
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Rosé Wine Sangria
rosé wine, Gray Goose strawberry, Aperol, peach schnapps, guava, lemon juice, syrup
$8
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Signature Red Wine Sangria
$8
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Tiny Bubbles
sparkling wine cocktail with pomegrante, guava, ginger liqueur, lime
$8
Beer
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Saint Arnold Art Car IPA
Downtown
$4
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Negra Modelo
Vienna Lager, Mexico
$5
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Dos XX
American Lager, Mexico
$5
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Pacifico
American Lager, Mexico
$5
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Victoria
Vienna Lager, Mexico
$5
Oysters
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Ostiones Asados
wood-roasted Gulf oysters, chipotle butter, cheese, toasted breadcrumbs
Half Dozen $15
Dozen $30
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Caballitos de Ostiones*
three sangrita oyster shooters
$10
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Tortitas de Ostiones*
breaded oysters, toasted bread, guacamole, cabbage, pinto beans
$11
Bar Bites
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Croquetitas de Mariscos
fish and shrimp beignets, corn, chipotle oioli
$12
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Ceviche Trio*
ceviche three ways: Ceviche Tradicional, Ceviche Canario, Aguachile de Camarón
$15
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Mini Hamburguesa*
brisket sliders, Chihuahua cheese, avocado, greens, costeña aioli, beans
$10
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Costillitas de Puerco
wood-roasted pork ribs, garlic sauce
$9
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Taquitos Tronadores de Carnitas
crispy rolled pork tacos, crema fresca, avocado-tomatillo sauce
$10
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Trio de Quesadillas
housemade Oaxacan string cheese, squash, mushroom, sweet potato
$9
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Guacamole y Totopos
guacamole, Mexican sauce, chips
$12
vegan option
A la carte brunch
Saturday 11 am - 3 pm
Saturday Crawfish Boils
This crawfish season, we will be hosting a crawfish boil on our patio every Saturday brunch from 11 am - 3 pm!-
Crawfish
Chef Hugo's special mudbugs are rubbed with mojo de ajo (roasted garlic with spices) and boiled to perfection. Cost is $24 plus tax for 2 lbs. of crawfish and $5 additional for homemade sausage, potatoes and corn.
$24
Crudos y Cocteles
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Tiradito de Medregal*
sliced yellowtail tiradito, cucumber, roasted jalapeño, lime juice, mint
$21
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Campechana Blanca*
shrimp, octopus, cherry tomato, serrano chile, cilantro, cucumber, lime juice
$19
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Ceviche de Chile Canario*
lime-cured raw red snapper, chile canario, cherry tomato, cucumber, pearl onion, cilantro, radish
$20
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Tostadas de Atún Crudo*
raw tuna tostadas, chipotle mayo, serrano, leeks, mango-maracuya gel
$19
Entremeses
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Mejillones
mussels, pipián verde, chorizo, ginger-toaster bread
$19
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Carnitas de Atún*
seared tuna tacos, guacamole, refried beans, greens, pickled onion
$19
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Chicharrón de Calamar
fried squid, serrano, crispy garlic, chipotle-tomatillo sauce
$18
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Costillas a las Brasas
wood-roasted pork ribs, pickled onion
$17
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Taquitos Tronadores
crispy rolled pork tacos, avocado-tomatillo salsa, crema fresca, queso fresco
$16
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Queso Flameado con Langosta
lobster, peppers, onion, melted Chihuahua cheese, flour tortillas
$26
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Guacamole y Totopos
16 Oz
$12
Ostiones
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Ostiones en su Concha
Gulf oysters on-the-half-shell, salsa bruja, lime
19.00 / $38
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Ostiones Asados
wood-roasted Gulf oysters, cheese, chipotle butter, toasted breadcrumbs
15.00 / $30
HUEVOS Y MAS
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Torta de Pez Espada
swordfish sandwich, chile morita aioli, pickled cabbage, lemon aioli, fries
$22
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Huevos Divorciados
two crisp corn tortillas topped with refried beans, grilled steak, fried eggs, salsa costena, salsa paloma, cotija cheese
$24
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Tacos de Pescado
tempura fried fish, Napa cabbage, chipotle mayonnaise, crema fresca, queso fresco
$22
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Tamal de Cochinita Pibil
slow-cooked achiote-rubbed pork tamal, tomato-habanero sauce, sunny-side-up eggs, chicharrón, citrus salad
$22
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Pescado Zarandeado
wood-grilled butterflied boneless fish, a la talla sauce
$44
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Arrachera con Huevo*
grilled skirt steak, enmolada, eggs your style, Mexican sauce, avocado
$26
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Backstreet's Kale Salad
kale, Brussel sprouts, avocado, feta, almonds, dried cherries, lemon vinaigrette
$12
nuts
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Chilaquiles
totopos, tomatillo salsa, chicken, eggs sunny-side-up
$19
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Pescadillas Adobadas
fish in adobo quesadillas, Oaxacan cheese, capers, raisins, chipotle tomatillo salsa, housemade corn tortillas, summer salad
$23
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions. Please alert your server of any allergies.
Sunday Brunch Buffet
10 am - 2:30 pm
$45 per person / $15 per child plus beverage, tax and gratuity
Live Music 11am - 2pm
Caracol's Brunch Buffet features an unlimited oyster bar, a carving station, an array of antojitos from the comal, marinated vegetable salads, tamales, cocteles and ceviches, enchiladas, chile rellenos, and egg dishes such as chilaquiles, pan de elote with poached eggs, huevos poblanos, huevos rancheros and of course, plenty of succulent seafood offerings!
Pastry Chef Ruben Ortega prepares a bountiful arrangement of traditional Mexican fresh baked breads, cookies, candies and pastries. You can find Caracol classics like tres leches, churros, flan de queso, fresh fruit, waffles, cheesecake, y mas. To complement the food, there is an extensive menu of eye-opening cocktails for guests to choose from, as well as fresh-squeezed juices, flavorful Mexican coffee and hot chocolate. Join us!
V = vegan or can be made vegan
please ask your server for any questions you may have
Entremeses
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Taquitos de Papa
pan-fried potato tacos, Napa cabbage, pickled onions, pickled jalapeños, avocado-tomatillo salsa, crema y queso fresco
$16
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Berenjena
fire-roasted stuffed eggplant, Mexican squash, potatoes, poblano, macadamia-costeño amarillo pepper sauce
$15
peanut, vegetarian, vegan option
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Coctel de Vegetales (V)
carrots, cucumber, cherry tomato, cilantro, serrano, chile canario
$15
vegetarian, vegan option
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Queso Flameado con Vegetales
mushroom, peppers, caramelized onions, warm tortillas for rolling, green tomatillo
$18
vegetarian
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Enchiladas Verdes de Vegetales
roasted zucchini, corn, poblano, tomatillo sauce, white rice, refried beans, queso fresco, sour cream
$22
vegetarian, vegan option
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Arroz Negro con Vegetales Rostizados
rice cooked in black bean broth, huitlacoche, baby carrots, butternut squash, Mexican squash, cherry tomato, corn, red fresno peppers
$24
vegetarian, vegan option
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Enchiladas Placeras
deconstructed enchiladas, garden veggies, guajillo sauce, crema fresca, queso fresco
$22
vegetarian, vegan option
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Tlayuda de Vegetales
large blue corn tortilla stuffed with Mexican squash, corn epazote, Oaxacan cheese, refritos, pasilla-ancho sauce, white rice
$22
Al Lado
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Papas Martajadas
smashed crispy potatoes, rajas, salsa de ajo
$9
vegetarian, vegan option
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Repollitos Asados
charred Brussels sprouts, chimichurri dressing
$9
vegan option
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Arroz y Frijoles
rice and refried beans
$9
vegetarian option
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Coliflor
roasted cauliflower, macadamia- costeña pumpkin seed sauce
$10
peanut, vegan option
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Camote a las Brasas
charred sweet potato, spicy salsa macha, cotija cheese
$10
peanut
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Guacamole y Totopos
guacamole, Mexican sauce, chips
$12
vegan option
Platos Fuertes
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Enchiladas Verdes de Vegetales
roasted zucchini, corn, poblano, tomatillo sauce, white rice, refried beans, queso fresco, sour cream
$22
vegetarian, vegan option
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Arroz Negro con Vegetales Rostizados
rice cooked in black bean broth, huitlacoche, baby carrots, butternut squash, Mexican squash, cherry tomato, corn, red fresno peppers
$24
vegetarian, vegan option
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Enchiladas Placeras
deconstructed enchiladas, garden veggies, guajillo sauce, crema fresca, queso fresco
$22
vegetarian, vegan option
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Plato de Vegetales
five seasonal vegetable medley
$22
vegetarian, vegan option
Postre
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Pastel de Chocolate
Chef Ruben’s vegan chocolate cake, silk vegan chocolate frosting, macerated cherries
$13
vegetarian
Dessert
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El Coco
chocolate shell, coconut buttercream, coconut ganache, coconut streusel, whipped coconut, passion fruit sauce
$17
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Platanitos Flameados
lady finger bananas flambeed with rum, orange streusel, vanilla ice cream topped with plantain chips
$14
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Churros Rellenos y Chocolate Caliente
churros stuffed with dulce de leche, housemade hot chocolate
$16
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Empanada de Manzana
apple empanada, mandarin gel, orange streusel, praline ice cream
$14
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Flan de Café
espresso flan, whipped cinnamon ganache, chocolate soil, Mandarin gel
$15
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Caballeros Pobres
Mexican-style French toast, brandy-infused cherries, rompope liquor, cinnamon caramel ice cream
$12
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Pastel de Chocolate
Chef Ruben's chocolate cake, Silk vegan chocolate frosting, macerated cherries
$13
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Helado del Día
house-made fresh sorbet of the day
$9