Cocina Del Carmen Menu

1350 E Vista Way Unit 8, Vista, CA 92084
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    • No Utensils, No Napkins!

      This dish typically includes a sandwich that can be easily enjoyed without the need for utensils or napkins, emphasizing sustainability and minimal waste.
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  • Antojitos

    • AVOCADO AND PICO DE GALLO

      Fresh Avocado and Pico De Gallo Lightly Mashed. Served with Homemade Corn Chips.
      $9.00
    • CARNE ASADA FRIES

      French Fries Topped with Carne Asada, Cheese, Guacamole, and Sour Cream.
      $16.00
    • CHIPS & SALSA

      Homemade Corn Chips and Freshly made Salsa 8oz. (Green Mild or Red Spicy).
      $9.00
    • MEMELITAS

      Homemade Toasted Masa Cakes Topped with Blended Black Beans, Chopped Cabbage, and Queso Fresco. Add $5.00 Adobada, Birria, Carnitas, Carne Asada, Carnitas, or Chicken.
      $14.00
    • MOLOTES

      Three Molotes Made with Masa Stuffed with Chorizo and Potato. Topped with Blended Black Beans, and Queso Fresco.
      $14.00
    • MULITAS

      Two Corn Tortillas Filled with Melted Cheese and Choice of Adobada, Birria, Carne Asada, Carnitas, or Chicken.
      $9.00
    • NACHOS SUPREME

      Homemade Corn Chips with Topped with Blended Black Beans, Sour Cream, Guacamole, Pico De Gallo, and Choice of one Protein (Adobada, Birria, Carne Asada, Carnitas, Chicken).
      $16.00
    • PIZZADILLA

      Double Decker Quesadilla Filled with Birria, Cheese, and Cilantro. Topped with Sour Cream, Cilantro and Guacamole.
      $25.00
    • QUESADILLA

      Flour Tortilla Filled with Melted Cheese. Add Adobada, Birria, Carne Asada, Carnitas, or Chicken for an Additional Charge.
      $10.00
  • Tacos

    • ADOBADA TACO

      Traditional Mexican Street Taco Style with Adobada: Topped with Cilantro, Onion, and Guacamole.
      $6.00
    • BIRRIA TACO

      Traditional Mexican Street Taco Style with Birria: Topped with Cilantro, Onion, and Guacamole.
      $6.00
    • CARNE ASADA TACO

      Traditional Mexican Street Taco Style with Carne Asada: Topped with Cilantro, Onion, and Guacamole.
      $6.00
    • CARNITAS TACO

      Traditional Mexican Street Taco Style with Carnitas: Topped with Cilantro, Onion, and Guacamole.
      $6.00
    • CHICKEN TACO

      Traditional Mexican Street Taco Style with Chicken: Topped with Cilantro, Onion, and Guacamole.
      $6.00
    • FLAUTAS

      Three Flautas with Choice of One Filling: Beef, Chicken, Pork, or Potato. Topped with Blended Black Beans, Lettuce, Tomato, Guacamole, Sour Cream, and Queso Fresco.
      $14.00
    • GRINGO TACO

      Gringo Style Taco: Topped with Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, and Guacamole. Choose One Filling: Adobada, Birria, Carnitas, Chicken, or Potato.
      $6.00
    • PAPAS TACO

      Traditional Mexican Street Taco Style with Potato: Topped with Cilantro, Onion, and Guacamole.
      $6.00
    • QUESSA BIRRA W/ CONSOMME

      Three Traditional Oaxacan Style Tacos: with Birria and Melted Cheese. Topped with Cilantro, Onion, and Guacamole. Includes 8oz. of Consommé for Dipping.
      $16.00
    • ONE QUESSA BIRRIA TACO

      Traditional Oaxacan Style Taco: with Birria and Melted Cheese. Topped with Cilantro, Onion, and Guacamole.
      $7.00
    • ROLLED TACOS

      Five Taquitos with Choice of One Filling: Beef, Chicken, Pork, or Potato. Topped with Blended Black Beans, Lettuce, Tomato, Guacamole, Sour Cream, and Queso Fresco.
      $14.00
    • TACO COMBO

      Three Traditional Mexican Street Tacos: Topped with Cilantro, Onion, and Guacamole., Choose your filling: Adobada, Birria, Carne Asada, Carnitas, Chicken, Potato. Served with Rice, and Beans (Black or Pinto).
      $16.00
    • TOSTADA GRINGA

      Crisp Corn Tortilla Topped with Beans, Queso Fresco, Lettuce, Guacamole, Sour Cream, and Pico e Gallo. Choose One Filling
      $11.00
  • Burritos

    • ADOBADA BURRITO

      Flour Tortilla Filled with Adobada, Beans, Pico De Gallo, and Guacamole.
      $16.00
    • BIRRIA BURRITO

      Flour Tortilla Filled with Birria, Beans, Pico De Gallo, and Guacamole.
      $16.00
    • BREAKFAST BURRITO

      Flour Tortilla Filled with Two Eggs, Potato, Cheese, and Choice of One Protein. Chorizo, Sausage, or Ham.
      $14.00
    • CALIFORNIA BURRITO

      Flour Tortilla Filled Carne Asada, Cheese, French Fries, Sour Cream, and Guacamole.
      $16.00
    • CARNE ASADA BURRITO

      Flour Tortilla Filled with Carne Asada, Beans, Pico De Gallo, and Guacamole.
      $16.00
    • CARNITAS BURRITO

      Flour Tortilla Filled with Carnitas, Beans, Pico De Gallo, and Guacamole.
      $16.00
    • CHICKEN BURRITO

      Flour Tortilla Filled with Chicken, Beans, Pico De Gallo, and Guacamole.
      $16.00
    • VEGGIE BURRITO

      Flour Tortilla Filled with Rice, Beans, Potato, Suateed Bell Pepper, Cheese, and Guacamole.
      $14.00
    • BEAN AND CHEESE BURRITO

      Savory beans paired with melted cheese, encased in a soft, warm tortilla.
      $12.00
  • Carmens Favorites

    • BIRRIA EN SU JUGO

      Beef Chuck Roast, Slow Cooked in a Guajillo Pepper Consommé, and Three Tortillas (Corn or Flour). Limes, Cilantro, and Onion on the Side.
      $23.00
    • BIRRIA PLATE

      Beef Chuck Roast Slow Cooked in a Guajillo Pepper Consommé, Rice, Beans (Black or Pinto) and Three Tortillas. (Corn or Flour). Limes, Cilantro, Onion, and Guacamole on the Side.
      $23.00
    • CARNE ASADA PLATE

      Marinated Flank Steak Cooked to Perfection. Includes Rice, Beans, (Black or Pinto), Three Tortillas (Corn or Flour). Limes, Cilantro, Onion, and Guacamole on the Side.
      $23.00
    • CARNITAS PLATE

      Freshly Roasted Pork Shoulder, Rice, Beans (Black or Pinto), Three Tortillas (Corn or Flour). Limes, Cilantro, Onion, Guacamole on the Side.
      $20.00
    • CECINA PLATE

      Thinly Sliced Marinated Cecina (Pork) Grilled to Perfection. Includes Rice, Beans, (Black or Pinto), Three Tortillas (Corn or Flour). Limes, Cilantro, Onion, and Guacamole on the Side.
      $23.00
    • CHICKEN MOLE PLATE

      Poached Chicken Covered with Homemade Black Mole Sauce. Served Rice, Beans (Black or Pinto) and Three Tortillas (Corn or Flour).
      $18.00
    • CHILE RELLENO PLATE

      Fresh Roasted Poblano Chile Stuffed with Queso Fresco, Rolled in Egg Batter and Lightly Fried to a Golden Brown. Covered with a Tangy Tomatillo Sauce, Homemade Red Sauce, or our Famous Black Mole Sauce. Served with Rice, Beans (Black or Pinto) and Three Tortilla (Corn or Flour).
      $18.00
    • CHILE VERDE PLATE

      Pork Shoulder Slowly Roasted in Mild Tangy Tomatillo Sauce. Served with Rice, Beans (Black or Pinto) and Three Tortillas (Corn or Flour).
      $20.00
    • FAJITA PLATE

      Chicken or Beef with Sauteed Bell Peppers and Onions, Served with Rice, Beans (Black or Pinto), and Three Tortillas (Corn or Flour).
      $20.00
    • MOLCAJETE CAMARONES A LA BRAVA

      Shrimp, Avocado, and Queso Fresco. Includes Limes, Rice, Beans, (Black or Pinto), and Six Tortillas (Corn or Flour).
      $36.00
    • MOLCAJETE OAXAQUENO

      Combination of Thinly Sliced Grilled Pork (Cecina), Beef (Tasajo), Breaded Shrimp, Chicken Breast, Chorizo Sausage, Jalapenos, Quesillo (Oaxacan Cheese), and Queso Fresco. Includes Limes, Rice, Beans, (Black or Pinto), and Six Tortillas (Corn or Flour).
      $36.00
    • MOLCAJETE RIO GRANDE

      Fajita Style -Shrimp, Chicken, Beef (Arachera), Avocado, and Queso Fresco. Includes Limes, Rice, Beans, (Black or Pinto), and Six Tortillas (Corn or Flour).
      $38.00
    • MOLCAJETE TRAPICHERO

      Combination of Thinly Sliced Grilled Chicken (Pollo Asada), Beef (Arachera), Chuleta Auhumada (Pork Chop), Chorizo, Nopal (Cactus), Avocado, and Queso Fresco. Includes Limes, Rice, Beans, (Black or Pinto), and Six Tortillas (Corn or Flour).
      $40.00
    • POLLO ASADA PLATE

      Marinated Pollo Asada Cooked to Perfection. Includes Rice, Beans, (Black or Pinto), Three Tortillas (Corn or Flour). Limes, Cilantro, Onion, and Guacamole on the Side.
      $23.00
    • TLAYUDA OAXAQUEÑA

      Big Corn Tortilla from Oaxaca Mexico, Topped with Blended Black Beans, Quesillo (Oaxacan Cheese), Thinly Sliced Grilled Pork (Cecina), Beef (Tasajo), Chopped Cabbage, Tomato, and Avocados Slices.
      $19.00
    • TASAJO PLATE

      Thinly Sliced Marinated Tasajo (Beef) Grilled to Perfection. Includes Rice, Beans, (Black or Pinto), Three Tortillas (Corn or Flour). Limes, Cilantro, Onion, and Guacamole on the Side.
      $23.00
  • Enchiladas

    • ENCHILADAS PLATE

      Three Enchiladas with Choice of Fillings Beef, Chicken, Pork, Cheese. Topped with Queso Fresco, Sour Cream, and Lettuce. Rice and Beans (Black or Pinto) on the Side. Served with Choice of Sauces.
      $18.00
    • VEGGIE ENCHILADA PLATE

      Three Enchiladas Filled with Sauteed Onions, Bell Peppers, Potatoes, Queso Fresco, Guacamole, Rice and Beans (Black or Pinto) on the side.
      $18.00
    • ENFRIJOLADAS PLATE

      Three Enchiladas with Choice of Fillings Beef, Chicken, Pork, Cheese. Topped with Oaxacan Style Black Beans, Queso Fresco, Sour Cream, and Lettuce. Rice and Beans (Black or Pinto) on the Side.
      $18.00
  • Sandwiches

    • BIRRIA TORTA

      Toasted Torta Roll with Birria, Mayonnaise, Cheese, Cilantro, Tomato, and Avocado Slices.
      $15.00
    • PAMBAZOS

      Toasted Torta Roll Filled with Potatoes, Chorizo, Queso Fresco, Sour Cream, and Lettuce.
      $14.00
    • TORTA OAXAQUENA

      Toasted Torta Roll with Blended Black Beans, Mayonnaise, Quesillo (Oaxacan Cheese), Thinly Sliced Grilled Pork (Cecina), Beef (Tasajo), Chopped Lettuce, Jalapeno, Tomato and Avocado Slices.
      $15.00
  • Soups/Salads

    • CHICKEN SALAD

      Chopped Romaine Lettuce, Tomato, Avocado, Queso Fresco, Cilantro, Onion. Topped with Grilled Chicken.
      $14.00
  • Kids

    • KIDS ROLLED TACOS

      Three Taquitos. Choice of One Filling: Beef, Chicken, or Potato. Served with Rice, Beans, and a Juice Box.
      $11.00
    • KIDS TACO PLATE

      One Beef or Chicken Taco with Rice, Beans, and a Juice Box.
      $11.00
    • KIDS CHEESE QUESADILLA

      Flour Tortilla Filled with Melted Cheese. Served with Rice, Beans, and a Juice Box.
      $11.00
    • KIDS B & C BURRITO

      Flour Tortilla Filled with Beans and Cheese. Served with a Juice Box.
      $11.00
    • CHICKEN NUGGETS AND FRIES

      Breaded Chicken Breast Nuggets, Fries, and a Juice Box.
      $11.00
  • Desserts

    • CAKE TRES LECHE

      Traditional Latin American Style Cake Made from Three Types of Milk.
      $6.00
    • CHEESECAKE

      Classic Style Cheesecake with a Cinnamon Graham Cracker Crust.
      $5.00
  • Sides

    • BEANS BLACK 32oz

      Black beans prepared in a generous 32oz serving, typically simmered with a blend of spices and aromatics for a deeply satisfying side dish.
      $13.00
    • BEANS BLACK 8oz

      Homemade Oaxacan Style Black or Pinto Beans (Vegetarian/Vegan).
      $7.00
    • BREAKFAST SAUSAGE

      Breakfast Style Pork Sausage Links-(4ea.).
      $6.00
    • CECINA (One Slice)

      Marinated Pork Cecina
      $5.00
    • CHILES TOREADOS (2ea)

      Two Deep Fried Chiles
      $2.00
    • CORN CHIPS ONLY

      Homemade Corn Tortilla Chips
      $5.00
    • COUNTRY POTATOES

      Potatoes Sauteed with Onions, Bell Peppers.
      $6.00
    • FRENCH FRIES

      Straight Cut Potato Fries
      $7.00
    • GUACAMOLE 8oz

      Made Fresh Daily (Pure Avocado Nothing Added).
      $7.00
    • PANCAKES (3ea.)

      Stack of Three Pancakes
      $6.00
    • PICO DE GALLO 8oz

      Diced Tomatoes, Red Onion, and Cilantro
      $7.00
    • PINTO BEANS 32oz

      Pinto beans, typically simmered and seasoned with a blend of traditional spices, offering a hearty and satisfying side dish.
      $13.00
    • PINTO BEANS 8oz

      Pinto beans, typically simmered and seasoned with a blend of spices to enhance their natural, earthy flavor.
      $7.00
    • RICE 32oz

      Homemade oaxacan style rice (vegetarian/vegan).
      $13.00
    • RICE 8oz

      Homemade Oaxacan Style Rice (Vegetarian/Vegan).
      $7.00
    • SALSA 8oz

      8oz salsa available in red (spicy) or green (mild) options.
      $7.00
    • SIDE CONSOMME 8oz

      A clear, rich broth typically made with beef, often including a blend of vegetables and herbs for added depth.
      $7.00
    • SIDE EGG (One Cooked Egg)

      One cooked egg, choice of scrambled, sunny side up, over easy, medium, hard, or egg whites.
    • SIDE GUACAMOLE 2oz

      Avocado blended with lime, cilantro, and a touch of seasoning.
      $3.00
    • SIDE MOLE 8oz

      A rich, complex sauce combining chocolate, chilies, and various spices, typically served alongside dishes to enhance flavor.
      $9.00
    • SIDE NOPALES

      Two each Grilled Nopales / Grilled Prickly Pear Cactus Leaves
      $5.00
    • SIDE QUESILLO

      Quesillo, a Nicaraguan-style soft cheese, typically served as a simple yet satisfying side, complementing various dishes.
      $7.00
    • SIDE QUESO FRESCO

      Queso fresco, a mild, fresh cheese, is typically served as a creamy complement to a variety of dishes.
      $3.00
    • SIDE SOUR CREAM 2oz

      A 2oz. serving of sour cream, typically enjoyed as a creamy complement to various dishes.
      $3.00
    • SLICED AVOCADO

      Freshly Sliced Avocado
      $4.00
    • TASAJO (One Slice)

      Marinated Beef Tasajo
      $5.00
    • TORTILLAS (3ea CORN)

      Made Fresh Daily.
      $3.00
    • TORTILLAS (3ea FLOUR)

      Made Fresh Daily.
      $3.00
  • Drinks

    • APPLE JUICE

      Freshly squeezed apple nectar, packed with the tart and sweet essence of ripe apples.
      $4.00
    • AQUA DE JAMAICA

      Made with Dried Hibiscus Flower Petals and Sweetened with Pure Cane Sugar.
      $5.00
    • COFFEE-CAFÉ DE OLLA

      Traditional Oaxacan Coffee with Cane Sugar and Cinnamon.
      $4.00
    • CRANBERRY JUICE

      Naturally tart cranberry juice offering a refreshing and bold flavor.
      $4.00
    • HORCHATA

      Made Fresh Daily with White Rice, Sugar and Cinnamon (Non-Dairy)
      $5.00
    • MEX COKE 12oz

      The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
      $4.00
    • ICED TEA (UNSWEETENDED)

      Black Tea
      $4.00
    • ICED GREEN TEA (UNSWEETENED)

      Freshly brewed with green tea leaves, offering a naturally earthy and slightly bitter taste.
      $4.00
    • JARRITOS MANDARIN

      Refreshing and authentic mandarin-flavored Mexican soda
      $4.00
    • MEX SQUIRT

      A refreshing carbonated soda, typically includes a unique grapefruit flavor, served in a glass bottle.
      $4.00
    • MINERAQUA

      A refreshing bottle of mineral water, offering a crisp and clean taste.
      $4.00
    • PINEAPPLE JUICE

      Made from 100% pure pineapple, this juice is enriched with vitamins A, C, and E for a refreshing, nutritious drink.
      $4.00
    • SANGRIA SODA

      A refreshing carbonated drink infused with flavors reminiscent of traditional sangria, typically including hints of fruit juices.
      $4.00
    • SIDRAL MUNDET APPLE

      A lightly carbonated beverage made with real apple juice, offering a sweet and refreshing apple flavor.
      $4.00
  • Breakfast Menu

    • BREAKFAST TLAYUDA

      Big Corn Tortilla from Oaxaca Mexico, Covered with Blended Black Beans, Quesillo (Oaxaca Cheese), Chopped Cabbage, Tomato, and Avocado Slices. Topped with Thinly Sliced Marinated Tasajo (Beef) and Two Eggs any Style.
      $21.00
    • CHILAQUILES

      Corn Tortilla Chips Simmered in our Fresh Green, Red or Mole Sauce, Queso Fresco and Two Eggs on Top with Side of Rice and Beans.
    • CHORIZO CON HUEVOS

      Three Eggs Scrambled Together with Pork Chorizo Sausage. Served with Rice, Beans, and Three Tortillas (Corn or Flour).
    • COUNTRY BREAKFAST

      Two Eggs any Style, Country Style Potatoes, Two Pancakes, and Two Link Sausages.
      $16.00
    • ENFRIJOLADAS BREAKFAST

      Three Corn Tortillas Covered in Blended Black Beans, Sprinkled with Queso Fresco and Red Onion. Topped with Two Eggs any Style, and Thinly Sliced Marinated Tasajo (Beef). Served with Rice.
      $16.00
    • ENTOMATADAS

      Three Corn Tortillas Smothered in Our Homemade Tomato Sauce, Sprinkled with Queso Fresco and Red Onion. Topped with Two Eggs any Style, and Thinly Sliced Marinated Tasajo (Beef). Served with Black Beans.
      $16.00
    • HUEVOS A LA MEXICANA

      Three Eggs Scrambled with Sauteed Bell Peppers, Onions, Tomatoes, Topped with Avocado Slices. Served with Rice, Beans, and Three Tortillas (Corn or Flour).
    • HUEVOS AHOGADOS

      Two Eggs Gently Poached in our Tomato and Guajillo Pepper Sauce, Topped with Avocado Slices. Served with Rice, Beans, and Three Tortillas (Corn or Flour).
      $16.00
    • HUEVOS CON CHULETA

      One Traditional Mexican Style Pork Chop, Two Eggs any Style. Served with Beans, Country Style Potatoes, and Three Tortillas (Corn or Flour).
      $16.00
    • HUEVOS CON TASAJO

      Thinly Sliced Marinated Tasajo (Beef), Two Eggs any Style, Topped with Queso Fresco, and Avocado Slices. Served with Rice, Black Beans, and Three Tortillas (Corn or Flour).
      $16.00
    • HUEVOS RANCHEROS

      Two Eggs any Style served on a Crispy Corn Tortilla covered with our Homemade Rancheros Sauce, Queso Fresco, and Avocado Slices. Served with Rice and Beans.
    • MACHACA PLATE

      Shredded Beef, Sautéed with Onion, Bell Pepper, Two Scrambled Eggs. Topped with Queso Fresco, and Avocado Slices. Served with Rice and Beans, and Three Tortillas (Corn or Flour).
      $18.00
    • VEGGIE OMELETTE

      Three Egg Omelette filled with Sauteed Onions, Bell Pepper, and Cheese. Topped with Queso Fresco, Guacamole. Served with County Style Potatoes, Beans (Black or Pinto), and Three Tortillas (Corn or Flour).
      $16.00
    • KIDS EGG BURRITO

      Flour Tortilla Filled with Eggs and Cheese. Served with French Fries on the Side.
      $11.00
    • KIDS BREAKFAST PANCAKE AND EGG

      One Pancake, Scrambled Egg, French Fries, and One Sausage Link.
      $12.00
    • KIDS BREAKFAST QUESADILLA

      Flour Tortilla Filled with Egg and Melted Cheese. Served with Frech Fries on the Side.
      $11.00

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