El Mercado Modern Cuisine Menu

4.2
(300+ Reviews)
  • Tonight's Specials

    • Chips & Salsa

      Roasted tomato salsa
      $6.00
  • Lunch/Brunch

    • Aguachile

      Shrimp, serrano, cucumber, avocado, red onion, chipotle powder (spicy, gluten free)
      $19.00
    • Avocado Toast

      Sourdough, everything bagel seasoning, organic sunflowers, cucumbers
      $18.00
    • Empanadas (2 Per Order)

      Seasonal veggies, serrano beet puree, pea puree, sour cream (Vegan option with the sour cream)
      $18.00
    • Homemade Potato Chips

      $5.00
    • Chips & Salsa

      Roasted tomato salsa
      $5.00
    • Chips & Guacamole

      Pepitas, tomatoes, onion | Add crickets $2.00
      $16.00
    • Cauliflower

      Adobo, sauteèd tomatoes & red onions, crispy potato, Peruvian style saltado (vegetarian, vegan) Optional gluten free (Ask your server))
      $18.00
    • Quesadilla

      Blue corn tortilla, salsa puya, huitlacoche, Oaxaca cheese (gluten-free, vegan) | Add Chicken $3
      $16.00
    • Brussels Sprouts

      Burnt Brussels, cheese, mix pickled veggies, xoconostle & chile ancho reduction (Vegan option without cheese)
      $17.00
    • Chicken Sandwich

      Grilled Chicken, Cemita Bread, Avocado, Lettuce, Oaxaca Cheese, Chipotle Aioli
      $17.00
    • Asada Sandwich

      Carne Asada, Cemita Bread, Avocado, Lettuce, Oaxaca Cheese, Chipotle Aioli
      $19.00
    • Mercado Classic

      Chicken, Romaine, Guacamole, Pico de Gallo, Chipotle Aioli, Jack Cheese, Rice & Beans.
      $17.00
    • Asada Burrito

      Carne Asada, Romaine, Guacamole, Pico de Gallo, Chipotle Aioli, Jack Cheese, Rice & Beans.
      $19.00
    • Shrimp Burrito

      Grilled Shrimp, Romaine, Guacamole, Pico de Gallo, Jack Cheese, Rice & Beans.
      $20.00
    • A La Mexicana Omelette

      Tomatoes, Onions, Cactus, Verdolaga, Red Tomato Sauce, Choice of Carnitas or Chorizo
      $19.00
    • Pulpo A La Plancha

      Octopus marinated with Oaxaca chile, Chula Vista tequila glazed, chorizo oil, roasted potatoes, cabbage puree and broth, peas
      $25.00
    • Breakfast Buritto

      Chorizo, egg, potato, cheese, sour cream, pickled onions, tomatoes, avocado
      $19.00
    • Omelette

      Carnitas, cilantro, onions, salsa verde, roasted potatoes
      $21.00
    • Buttermilk Pancakes

      Burnt piloncillo maple syrup, evaporated milk, fleur de sel | Add seasonal fruit $3.00
      $16.00
    • Chilaquiles

      Tortilla chips, salsa verde, cotija cheese, sunny side up eggs, pickled fresno, pickled onions | Add Chicken $6, Add Arrachera Steak $8
      $17.00
    • Vegetarian Enchiladas

      Veggies ratatouille style, 2 blue tortillas, Oaxaca cheese, salsa verde, rice & black beans
      $17.00
    • Enchilada Verde

      Free-range chicken , crema, 2 house blue corn tortilla, queso Seco, rice & beans
      $19.00
    • Tlayuda

      Oaxaca cheese, black bean spread, pea puree, tomato, cream, (vegetarian) | Add Chorizo $6, Add Arrachera Steak $8
      $19.00
    • Camarones A La Diabla

      Sauteed shrimp, mich mole, almonds, red lentils
      $19.00
    • Mole

      Chicken, cotija, pea puree, jocoque, sesame seeds, homemade tortillas, rice & black beans
      $19.00
    • Estofado Pork Belly

      Sunny side up egg, crispy pork belly, estofado sauce, roasted carrots and potatoes
      $19.00
    • Carnitas

      Slow roasted pork, pork jus, salsa verde, pickled onion, cilantro, homemade tortillas
      $19.00
    • Steak And Eggs

      8oz Arrachera, scrambled eggs, Potatoes
      $32.00
    • Jamaica

      2 Blue corn tortilla tacos, sauteed hibiscus, pea puree, jicama, avocado (gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan)
      $17.00
    • Shrimp

      2 Yellow tortilla tacos, garlic-ginger, roasted carrot puree, sauteed shrimp (gluten-free)
      $17.00
    • Pork Belly

      2 Yellow tortilla tacos, roasted potato, pea puree, pickled Fresno chilli (gluten-free)
      $17.00
    • Ahogados

      3 chicken stuffed flautas, avocado, cream, serranos, cotija cheese, xoconostle salsa, chicken jus
      $15.00
    • Coconut Ice Cream

      Coconut flakes, pistachios
      $13.00
    • Oaxaca Flouress

      Vanilla bean ice cream, Oaxaca chocolate, pistachios (gluten-free)
      $13.00
    • Carrot Cake

      Easter inspired whipped cream, Pineapple compote,
      $13.00
  • Cocktails

    • Ay Madre

      Mezcal, tequila, jamaica, lemon, watermelon-and-chile lollipop tart & refreshing
      $16.00
    • Italian Wolf

      Mezcal, marsala, Galliano, lemon, agave, clove dinner & a show
      $16.00
    • #Mercadomodern

      Mezcal, Tumeric, Passion Fruit, Lemon, Chicha Morada Hashtag
      $16.00
    • Yerba Luisa

      Gin, Pomp & Whimsy, Lime Juice, Lemon Grass
      $16.00
    • Tiene Tumbao

      Amaras Verde Mezcal, lemon, honey, pineapple, simple syrup refreshing & citrusy
      $16.00
    • Rum Run

      White rum, lime, simple, creme de Violette caipirinha style cocktail, fresh & tart
      $16.00
    • En Las Nubes

      Rum, lime, creme de Violette, mint refreshing & herbal
      $16.00
    • Sinaloa In A Glass

      Tequila, serrano shrub, lime, cucumber, serrano spicy & refreshing
      $16.00
    • Peace & Love

      Mezcal, tamarindo, hibiscus, lemon, honey, thyme refreshing & tart
      $16.00
    • Pink Lady

      Vodka, orange liquor, lime, hibiscus shrub, I would say a Mexican cosmopolitan
      $16.00
    • Bandera

      Shot of our House Tequila, Sangrita, & Lime Juice
      $18.00
    • Old Fashioned

      Whiskey, bitters, sugar, orange peel
      $17.00
    • Mai Tai

      Rum, lime, orange curacao, orgeat
      $17.00
    • Caipirinha

      Cachaca, simple, lime
      $17.00
    • Tricolor

      Tequila, mezcal, rye whiskey, sugar, Peychaud, absinth. Think of a Sazerac!
      $16.00
    • Smokey Negroni

      Mezcal, green ancho reyes, tenuta tamburnin, galliano aperitivo, spice, smokey aperitif
      $16.00
  • Happy Hour

    • Enchiladas

      Free-range chicken, crema, house blue corn tortilla, queso Seco, rice & beans. Happy Hour portion
      $19.00
    • Carnitas

      Slow roasted pork, pork jus, salsa verde, pickled onion, cilantro, homemade tortillas. Happy Hour portion.
      $19.00
    • Tlayuda

      Oaxaca cheese, black bean spread, pea puree, tomato, cream
      $18.00
    • Tlalpena Soup

      Potatoes, zucchini, chicken, chipotle , Oaxaca cheese, epazote, tortilla strips
      $15.00
    • Pork Belly Taco

      Crispy pork belly / roasted potato / pea puree / pickled Fresno chilis
      $7.00
    • Shrimp Tacos

      Garlic-ginger / roasted carrot puree / sauteed shrimp / black beans
      $7.00
    • Brussels Sprouts

      Cheese / mix pickled veggies / xoconostle & chile ancho reduction sauce (Vegan option without the cheese)
      $17.00
    • Cauliflower

      Adobo / sauteed tomatoes & red onions / potato chips / roasted potatoes / peruvian style saltado. Optional gluten free
      $17.00
    • Quesadilla

      Blue corn tortilla / oaxaca cheese / huitlacoche / Add Chicken $3.00
      $15.00
    • Rotating Wine Selections

      Ask your server for our current selections all happy hour wines
      $12.00
    • Shots | Vodka, Tequila, Whiskey, Rum

      $9.00
    • Mexican Candy Shot

      Watermelon Schnapps, Tequila, Hot Sauce, Tajim, Fresh LIme
      $6.00
    • Ay Madre Shot

      Tequila, Mezcal, Hibiscus, Lime, Tajim
      $6.00
    • Italian Shot

      Mezcal, Marsala, Lime, Galiano
      $6.00
    • Sepa Shot

      Pineapple, Tequila, Passion Fruit, Limei, Tajim
      $6.00
    • Old Fashioned

      Bourbon, Bitters, Simple
      $12.00
    • Cuba Libre

      Rum, Coke, Lime
      $12.00
    • Paloma

      Lime, Tequila, Salt, Squirt
      $12.00
    • Margarita

      Tequila, Lime, Simple (Flavors: Classic, Spicy, Passion Fruit, Tamarind, Hibiscus)
      $10.00
    • Vodka & Soda

      $10.00
    • Bandera

      House Tequila, Sangrita, Lime Juice
      $12.00
    • Michelada

      El Mercado Mix
      $9.00
    • Michelada Rubia

      Serrano, Lime Juice, Cucumber & Jalapeño Shrub
      $9.00
    • Michelada Duo

      6oz Michelada & 6oz Michelada Rubia
      $10.00
  • Wine

    • Opera Prima Brut

      Sparkling, Spain, N/V
      $8.00
    • Alta Vista

      Brut Rose, Mendoza Argentina
      $58.00
    • Deutz Brut Classic

      Champagne, France, NV
      $110.00
    • Silverado

      Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley, 2022
      $35.00
    • Accomplice

      Rose, California, 2020
      $52.00
    • Daou

      Chardonnay, Paso Robles, 2022
      $38.00
    • Silverado Chardonnay

      Estate Grown - Los Carneros, 2021
      $60.00
    • Angeline

      Chardonnay, California, 2023
      $25.00
    • House White

      Camparo, Langhe Bianco
      $15.00
    • House Red

      Rosso, Tenuta Leoni
      $15.00
    • Craggy Range

      Te Hahu, New Zealand, 2020
      $65.00
    • Crozes-Hermitage

      Les Launes, France, 2021
      $64.00
    • Erath

      Pinot Noir, Reserve Collection, Willamette Valley, 2021
      $79.00
    • Four Graces

      Reserve Pinot Noir, Dundee Hills, 2021
      $88.00
    • Heitz Cellar

      Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, 2018
      $86.00
    • Hands Of Time

      Red Blend, Napa Valley, 2020
      $78.00
    • Justin

      Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles, 2020
      $83.00
  • Taco Tuesday

    • Jamaica

      Hibiscus , Sour Cream, Cilantro, Avocado
      $7.00
    • Pork Belly

      Estofado, Potatoes, Carrots, Cilantro
      $7.00
    • Shrimp

      Sauteed Shrimp, Garlic-Ginger, Roasted Carrot Puree
      $7.00
    • Chorizo Con Papas

      Onions, Cilantro & Salsa Quemada
      $6.00
    • Flautas

      Sour Cream, Cotija Cheese, Cabbage & Salsa Quemada
      $6.00
    • Beef Taco

      Slow cooked Beef, Onions, Cabbage, Cilantro & Salsa Quemanda
      $6.00
    • Classic Margarita

      Fresh lime juice, tequila silver, simple syrup
      $10.00
    • Hibiscus Margarita

      Fresh lime juice, tequila silver, hibiscus shrub, simple syrup
      $10.00
    • Spicy Margarita

      Fresh lime juice, tequila silver, serranos, simple syrup
      $10.00
    • Passion Fruit Margarita

      Fresh lime juice, tequila silver, passion fruit syrup
      $10.00
    • Tamarindo

      Fresh lime juice, tequila silver, tamarindo syrup
      $10.00
  • Dinner

    • Aguachiles

      Shrimp, serrano, cucumber, avocado, red onion, chipotle powder (spicy, gluten free)
      $21.00
    • Empanadas (2 Per Order)

      Seasonal veggies, serrano beet puree, pea puree, sour cream (Optional vegan without sour cream)
      $18.00
    • Potato Chips

      House-made
      $5.00
    • Chips & Salsa

      Roasted tomato salsa
      $6.00
    • Chips & Guacamole

      Pepitas, tomatoes, onion | Add Crickets $2.00
      $16.00
    • Cauliflower

      Adobo, sauteèd tomatoes & red onions, crispy potato, Peruvian style saltado (Glutten free available)
      $19.00
    • Quesadilla

      Blue corn tortilla/ salsa puya/ huitlacoche/ oaxaca cheese | Add Chicken $3
      $17.00
    • Brussels Sprouts

      Burnt Brussels, cheese, mix pickled veggies, xoconostle & chile ancho reduction sauce (Vegan option without cheese))
      $19.00
    • Tlalpeña

      Potatoes, zucchini, tortilla strips, chicken, chipotle, epazote, Oaxaca cheese, cilantro, tomato
      $17.00
    • Romaine

      Cucumber, carrots, radish, red cabbage, pickled red onions, tomato, tortilla strips, dairy-free dressing
      $15.00
    • Huitlacoche Farro

      Organic Japanese Mushrooms, Grilled Zucchini with Red Wine Reduction Epazote Couli
      $27.00
    • Carne Asada

      Arrachera, Grilled Green Onions, Cactus Salsa, Potatoes, Puya Sauce, Side of White Rice, Black Bean Puree and 2 Tortillas
      $42.00
    • Vegetarian Enchiladas

      Veggies ratatouille style, 3 blue tortillas, Oaxaca cheese, salsa verde, rice & black beans (Vegan option without cheese and sour cream)
      $28.00
    • Tlayuda

      Oaxaca cheese, black bean spread, pea puree, tomato, cream | Add Chorizo $6, Add Steak $8
      $21.00
    • Chicken Enchiladas

      3 Blue corn tortilla, free-range chicken, queso Oaxaca, salsa verde, rice & black beans
      $33.00
    • Estofado Pork Belly

      Crispy pork belly, estofado sauce, roasted carrots, and potatoes
      $33.00
    • Camarones A La Diabla

      Sauteed shrimp, mich mole, almonds, red lentils (spicy)
      $33.00
    • Carnitas

      Homemade tortillas, slow-roasted pork, pork jus, salsa verde, pickled onion, cilantro
      $33.00
    • Mole

      Chicken, cotija, pea puree, jocoque, sesame seeds, homemade tortillas, rice and black beans
      $33.00
    • Pulpo A La Plancha

      Octopus marinated with Oaxaca chile, Chula Vista tequila glazed, chorizo oil, roasted potatoes, cabbage puree and broth, peas
      $42.00
    • Jamaica

      2 homemade blue corn tortilla tacos, sauteed hibiscus, pea puree, jicama/avocado (gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan)
      $18.00
    • Shrimp

      2 homemade yellow tortilla tacos, garlic-ginger, roasted carrot puree, sauteed shrimp (gluten-free)
      $18.00
    • Pork Belly

      2 homemade yellow tortilla tacos, roasted potato, pea puree, pickled Fresno chilli (gluten-free)
      $18.00
    • Chicken Tacos Ahogados

      3 chicken stuffed flautas, avocado, cream, cotija cheese, serrano chile, xoconostle salsa, chicken jus, red cabbage
      $16.00
    • Coconut Ice Cream

      Coconut flakes, pistachios
      $15.00
    • Oaxaca Flourless

      Vanilla bean ice cream, Oaxaca chocolate, pistachios (gluten-free)
      $15.00
    • Carrot Cake

      Pineapple compote, whipped cream
      $15.00
  • Beer

    • Buenabeza

      Salt & Lime Lager ABV 4.7%
      $10.00
    • Negra Modelo

      Dark Mexican Lager, ABV 4.7%
      $10.00
    • Beachwood Citraholic

      West coast IPA, ABV 7.1%
      $9.00
    • Pizza Port

      Red Ale ABV6%
      $9.00
    • Michelada

      El Mercado Mix
      $12.00
    • Michelada Rubia

      Serrano, Lime Juice , Cucumber & Jalapeño Shrub
      $12.00
    • Michelada Duo

      6oz Michelada & 6oz Michelada Rubia
      $14.00
    • Rad Beer Co

      Amber Lager, ABV 5%
      $9.00
    • Old Rasputin

      Russian Imperial Stout, ABV 9%
      $11.00
    • Coors Light

      Light American Lager, ABV 4.2%
      $9.00
    • Michelob Ultra

      Bottle, Light Beer, ABV 4.2%
      $7.00
  • Spirits

    • Amaras, 10 Year Anniversary Edition

      Chuparrosa, Chontal, Oaxaca
      $48.00
    • Amaras Limited Edition

      Azul, Tlacolula, Oaxaca
      $41.00
    • Amaras Limited Edition

      Sacatoro, Xochipala, Guerrero
      $48.00
    • Amaras Ancestral Limited Edition

      Tobala Joven, Tlacolula, Oaxaca
      $19.50
    • Firme

      Tobala
      $25.00
    • Firme

      Ensamble de 6
      $25.00
    • La Puritita Verda

      Joven Espadin
      $16.00
    • El Jolgorio

      Tepeztate
      $16.50
    • El Jolgorio Cuixe

      Cuixe
      $16.50
    • Vago Elote Aquilino

      Joven
      $16.00
    • Raiz Del Espiritu

      Cenizo, Durango
      $18.00
    • Agave De Cortes

      Joven
      $23.00
    • Nuestra Soledad

      San Luis del Rio
      $16.00
    • Los Nahuales

      Reposado
      $18.00
    • Xicaru

      Espadin reposado, Oaxaca
      $14.00
    • Xicaru 102 Proof

      Silver
      $15.00
    • Bozal

      Iberico, sacrificio
      $29.00
    • Bozal

      Jabali, reserva
      $33.00
    • Quiereme Mucho

      Young Mezcal Cuishe
      $14.00
    • Marca Negra

      Tepeztate, San Luis del Rio
      $26.00
    • Ilegal

      Joven, Oaxaca
      $17.00
    • Ilegal

      Reposado, Oaxaca
      $19.00
    • Ilegal

      Anejo, Oaxaca
      $26.00
    • Bruxo

      Espadin
      $13.00
    • El Silencio

      Espadin
      $11.00
    • Casamigos Mezcal

      Joven Espadin
      $26.00
    • Xicaru

      Pechuga Mole Espadin
      $21.00
    • Banhez

      Espadin & Barril Joven
      $16.00
    • Xicaru

      Silver Maguey Espadin
      $15.00
    • Maestro Dobel

      Cristalino Extra Anejo
      $50.00
    • Desmadre Blanco

      $15.00
    • Casamigos

      Blanco
      $22.00
    • Olmeca Altos

      Blanco
      $12.00
    • Gran Centenario

      Blanco
      $15.00
    • Gran Centenario

      Añejo
      $17.00
    • Los Arango

      Añejo
      $21.00
    • Bandero

      Blanco
      $12.00
    • Paqui

      Silver
      $13.00
    • Corcel

      Reposado
      $12.00
    • Corcel

      Añejo
      $12.00
    • Maestro Dobel

      Silver
      $16.00
    • Maestro Dobel

      Añejo
      $20.00
    • Milagro Select Barrel

      Blanco
      $17.00
    • Milagro Select Barrel

      Resposado
      $22.00
    • Patron

      Silver
      $19.00
    • Siete Leguas

      Blanco
      $21.00
    • Tapatio

      Blanco
      $17.00
    • Tapatio

      Reposado
      $19.00
    • Tapatio

      Blanco 110
      $23.00
    • Dame Mas

      Reposado
      $35.00
    • Dame Mas

      Extra Anejo
      $64.00
    • Don Nacho

      Reposado
      $15.00
    • El Gran Legado De Vida

      Blanco
      $20.00
    • Santoro (House Tequila)

      Silver
      $15.00
    • Umiki

      World's First Ocean Fused Whisky finished in Pine Barrels
      $15.00
    • Shunka Shuto

      Japanese Blended Whisky
      $23.00
    • Kamiki

      Japanese Whisky finished in Cedar & Sakura Casks
      $23.00
    • Basil Hayden

      Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
      $19.00
    • Nixta

      Licor de Elote, Jilotepec, Mexico
      $12.00
    • Breckenridge Spiced Bourbon

      Colorado
      $18.00
    • Bushmills

      Black Bush Irish Whiskey, Sherry Cask Reserve
      $12.00
    • Mossburn

      Blended Malt Scotch Whiskey, Island
      $25.00
    • Tullmore Dew

      Irish Whiskey
      $12.00
    • Buchanan's Deluxe 12 Year

      Blended Scotch Whisky
      $15.00
    • Jameson

      Irish whiskey
      $11.00
    • The Classic Laddie

      Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
      $22.00
    • Glenfiddich

      Single Malt Scotch Solera 14yr
      $25.00
    • Johnnie Walker

      Blended Scotch Whisky, 12 year
      $14.00
    • Paranubes Blanco

      Rum, Oaxaca
      $18.00
    • Antioqueño

      Aguardiente, Colombia
      $15.00
    • Cumbe

      Aguardiente, Colombia
      $15.00
    • Fuyu

      Japanese Whisky
      $18.00
    • Bulleit Rye

      Straight American Rye Whiskey
      $16.00
    • La Nina

      Bacanora
      $17.00
    • Coyote Durango

      Sotol
      $17.00
  • Kids Menu

    • Kids Quesadilla

      Jack Cheese, Flour Tortilla, Potato chips
      $12.00
    • Kids Burrito

      Black Bean Puree, Jack Cheese, FlourTortilla, Potato Chips
      $12.00
    • Kids Grilled Cheese

      Cheddar Cheese, Potato Chips
      $12.00
    • Kids Pancakes

      Piloncillo Syrup, Evaporated Milk. Available for Brunch only.
      $12.00
    • Kids Chicken Tacos

      Homemade Yellow Tortilla, Shredded Chicken
      $12.00

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