La Esperanza Menu

4.4
(675+ Reviews)
$Mexican
  • Customer Favorites

    Our most frequently ordered and highly rated selections.
    • ENCHILADAS

      Protein options include beef, chicken, potato, cheese, steak, or carnitas. Salsa choices: verde, rojo, or none.
      $14.50
      ENCHILADAS
    • CENA DE TACOS

      Choice of Chicano, Mexican, American, or Plain style tacos. Select from corn, flour, or hard shell tortillas. Proteins include beef, chicken, steak, carnitas, pastor, chorizo, or campechano.
      $13.00
      CENA DE TACOS
    • QUESO BLANCO 8OZ

      Creamy white cheese dip served with crispy tortilla chips.
      $7.50
      QUESO BLANCO 8OZ
    • side rice

      Seasoned steamed grains, perfect as a side.
      $3.50
      side rice
    • BURRITO ORIGINAL

      Original Burrito - Choice of protein: beef, carnitas, chicken, vegetarian, pastor, or steak.
      $14.00
      BURRITO ORIGINAL
    • GORDITA

      Gordita filled with your choice of Chicken, Beef, Steak, Pork (Pastor), Chorizo, Campechano, Peppers with Cheese, or Crispy Pork in Green or Red sauce.
      $6.00
      GORDITA
    • TACO

      Choice of taco styles—Chicano, Mexican, American, or Plain. Choose corn, flour, or hard shell tortilla. Proteins include beef, chicken, steak, carnitas, pastor, chorizo, or campechano.
      $4.50
    • SALSA 8OZ

      $3.99
    • chips large

      $4.50
    • CHORI QUESO

      A tasty blend of chorizo and nacho cheese make this zesty dip.
      $7.50
  • Appetizers

    • FIESTA NACHO

      Crispy nachos topped with your choice of beef, carnitas, chicken, pastor, steak, or no meat.
      $13.00
    • QUESO BLANCO

      Creamy white cheese dip.
      $7.00
    • CHORI QUESO

      A tasty blend of chorizo and nacho cheese make this zesty dip.
      $7.50
    • QUESADILLA

      Warm, cheesy quesadilla served with your choice of beef, carnitas, chicken, no meat, pastor, or steak. Perfect for a light lunch starter.
      $12.50
      QUESADILLA
    • LA ESPERANZA QUATRO

      $12.00
    • COCTEL DE CAMARON

      Chilled Shrimp in Zesty Cocktail Sauce, Garnished with Fresh Lemon and Cilantro
      $17.00
    • HOT WINGS

      Spicy chicken wings. Choice of Buffalo, Habanero, or BBQ sauce.
      $13.00
    • QUESO FRITO

      $8.50
    • QUESO BLANCO LG

      $9.50
    • GUAC SM

      $5.00
    • GUAC LG

      $9.00
  • Steak

    • CARNE ASADA

      A giant portion of thinly sliced steak, seasoned and topped with avocado, sauteed onion and served with pico de gallo.
      $17.00
      CARNE ASADA
    • BISTEC ADOBADO

      Thinly sliced steak slathered in our mild red sauce.
      $16.50
    • BISTEC RANCHERO

      Steak covered in green salsa and sauteed with tomatoes, onions, and cilantro.
      $17.00
    • BISTEC A LA MEXICANA

      Our specially seasoned steak grilled with tomatoes, onions, and fresh jalapenos.
      $17.00
    • MILANESA

      Our seasoned steak breaded and served with pico de gallo.
      $17.00
    • BISTEC VON VERDURA

      Steak with mixed vegetables. Choice of corn tortilla, flour tortilla, or no tortilla.
      $17.00
    • CHILE RELLENO CARNE ASADA

      A huge cheese stuffed battered poblano peppers served along side steak carne asada.
      $18.50
  • Chicken

    • POLLO A LA PARILLA

      Grilled chicken with choice of corn, flour tortillas, or no tortilla.
      $16.00
    • POLLO CON MOLE

      Our delicious sinaloa style half chicken served with a mole.
      $17.00
    • POLLO CON VERDURA

      Chicken with vegetables, choice of corn or flour tortillas, or no tortilla.
      $17.00
    • POLLO RANCHERO

      Steaming chicken sautéed in green salsa with tomatoes, onions, and cilantro.
      $17.00
    • POLLO CON ARROZ

      Tender chicken with rice. Choice of corn, flour, or no tortilla.
      $14.50
    • POLLO EMPANIZADO

      Crispy breaded chicken. Choice of corn tortillas, flour tortillas, or no tortilla.
      $17.00
  • Pork

    • CARNITAS

      Our signature roast pork served with your choice of tortillas.
      $16.00
    • CARNITAS EN MOLE

      Our roast pork seasoned and topped with our homemade gravy.
      $17.00
      CARNITAS EN MOLE
    • CARNITAS RANCHERO

      Juicy pork carnitas topped with ranchero sauce. Choice of corn, flour, or no tortilla.
      $17.00
    • GUISADO DE CARNITAS

      Carnitas sautéed with roasted poblano, onion, and red sauce.
      $17.00
    • CARNITAS EN CHIPOTLE

      Our famous slow roasted pork with a savory and spicy chipotle sauce. served with a side of rice and beans.
      $17.00
      CARNITAS EN CHIPOTLE
  • Seafood

    • PESCADO EMPANIZADO

      Deliciously breaded white fish fried to perfection and served with sautéed vegetables.
      $18.00
      PESCADO EMPANIZADO
    • PESCADO AL MOJO DE AJO

      Flaky white fish sautéed in garlic butter and served with grilled vegetables.
      $18.00
    • PESCADO A LA VERACRUZANA

      Trout grilled and served over our original veracruz sauce with fresh vegetables, cilantro, onions and tomatoes.
      $18.00
    • GRILLED TROUT

      Rich in flavor, this mexican style rainbow trout is served with sautéed vegetables.
      $18.00
    • CAMARON CON VERDURA

      Shrimp with mixed vegetables. Choice of tortillas: corn, flour, or none.
      $19.00
    • CAMARONES A LA DIABLA

      Don't be fooled we smother shrimp in our diablo sauce which is very hot, but very tasty.
      $19.00
    • CAMARON EMPANISADO

      Breaded shrimp served with a choice of corn tortillas, flour tortillas, or no tortillas.
      $19.00
    • SEAFOOD QUESADILLA

      $17.00
  • Fajitas

    • STEAK FAJITA

      Sizzling steak grilled with green pepper, tomato and onion. served with sour cream and guacamole.
      $18.00
      STEAK FAJITA
    • CHICKEN FAJITA

      Chicken grilled with green pepper, tomato and onion. served with sour cream and guacamole.
      $17.00
    • SEAFOOD FAJITA

      Seafood grilled with green pepper, tomato and onion. served with sour cream and guacamole.
      $21.00
    • SHRIMP FAJITA

      Shrimp grilled with green pepper, tomato and onion. served with sour cream and guacamole.
      $20.00
    • FAJITA MIX

      Warm blend of fajita mix. Choice of corn or flour tortillas, or served without tortillas.
      $19.00
    • FAJITA TRIO

      Trio of fajitas with your choice of corn, flour, or no tortillas.
      $22.00
    • VEGGIE FAJITA

      Grilled vegetables served with corn or flour tortillas, or without tortillas.
      $15.00
  • Antojitos

    • ORDEN DE TACO ALAMBRE

      Taco with choice of tortilla: corn, flour, or hard shell.
      $13.50
    • ORDEN DE TACO YUCATECO

      Warm, traditional Yucatecan taco. Choose from corn, flour, or hard shell tortillas.
      $15.00
    • GORDITA

      Gordita filled with your choice of Chicken, Beef, Steak, Pork (Pastor), Chorizo, Campechano, Peppers with Cheese, or Crispy Pork in Green or Red sauce.
      $6.00
      GORDITA
    • SOPE

      Thick corn dough base. Choose from chicken, beef, steak, pastor, chorizo, or other meats and cheese options. Perfect for a mid-day craving.
      $6.50
    • TOSTADA

      Crispy flat tortilla topped with your choice of chicken, beef, steak, carnitas, or pastor.
      $5.50
    • TAMAL

      Tamale with choice of Chicken Verde or Pork Rojo.
      $4.50
    • TACO

      Choice of taco styles—Chicano, Mexican, American, or Plain. Choose corn, flour, or hard shell tortilla. Proteins include beef, chicken, steak, carnitas, pastor, chorizo, or campechano.
      $4.50
    • ORDEN DE TACO CAMARON

      Tender shrimp tacos served on your choice of corn, flour, or hard shell tortillas. Available in Chicano, Mexican, American, or plain styles.
      $15.00
  • Salad

    • CHICKEN FAJITA SLD

      $15.00
    • AVOCADO CHICKEN SLD

      $14.00
    • SOUTHWESTERN SHRIMP SLD

      $15.00
    • SEAFOOD TACO SLD

      $16.00
    • TACO SLD

      Crisp greens topped with choice of beef, carnitas, chicken, no meat, pastor, or steak.
      $12.00
    • HOUSE SLD

      $11.00
  • House Favorites

    • CHIMICHANGA

      Chimichanga, filled with choice of beef, carnitas, chicken, no meat, pastor, or steak.
      $14.00
      CHIMICHANGA
    • ENCHILADAS

      Protein options include beef, chicken, potato, cheese, steak, or carnitas. Salsa choices: verde, rojo, or none.
      $14.50
      ENCHILADAS
    • CHILE RELLENO DINNER

      A roasted poblano pepper stuffed with cheese, coated in a light batter, served with refried beans, Mexican rice, and shredded lettuce.
      $15.00
      CHILE RELLENO DINNER
    • CENA DE TACOS

      Choice of Chicano, Mexican, American, or Plain style tacos. Select from corn, flour, or hard shell tortillas. Proteins include beef, chicken, steak, carnitas, pastor, chorizo, or campechano.
      $13.00
      CENA DE TACOS
    • TAMAL MEAL

      Pork or chicken tamale served with sides.
      $14.00
    • CRISPY FLAUTAS

      Crispy rolled tortillas filled with seasoned meat, served with refried beans, Mexican rice, shredded lettuce, and a dollop of sour cream.
      $14.00
      CRISPY FLAUTAS
    • ASADA/CAMARON A LA VERACRUZANA

      Asada/camarón a la Veracruzana. Choose between corn, flour, or no tortilla.
      $19.00
    • CHICKEN FAJITA QUESADILLA

      $14.00
  • Sandwhiches

    • MEXICAN CHICKEN SANDWHICH

      $12.00
    • GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWHICH

      $12.00
    • AVOCADO BURGER

      $13.00
    • MEXICAN BURGER

      $13.00
    • DANNYS BURGER

      $14.50
    • TORTA

      Crispy breaded meat, fresh lettuce, tomatoes, and onions in a sandwich, served with a side of golden fries.
      $15.00
      TORTA
    • AMERICAN BURGER

      $12.00
    • TORTA CUBANA

      A hearty sandwich with layers of ham, pork, cheese, lettuce, tomato, and pickles, served with a side of crispy fries.
      $16.00
      TORTA CUBANA
    • QUE ME MIRAS

      $18.00
  • Combo

    • COMBO 1

      Choice of taco style (Chicano, Mexican, American, Plain), tortilla type (corn, flour, hard shell), and protein (beef, chicken, steak, carnitas, pastor, chorizo, mixed meats).
      $12.00
    • COMBO 3

      Choice of taco style: Chicano, Mexican, American, or Plain. Select corn, flour, or hard shell tortilla. Protein options include beef, chicken, steak, carnitas, pastor, chorizo, or mixed meats.
      $16.00
    • COMBO 2

      Choice of enchilada protein (beef, chicken, potato, cheese, steak, or carnitas) with either pork or chicken tamal.
      $14.00
    • COMBO 4

      Choice of taco protein: beef, chicken, steak, carnitas, pastor, chorizo, or campechano.
      $16.00
    • COMBO 5

      Combo 5: Choice of enchilada with beef, chicken, potato, cheese, steak, or carnitas. Burrito with beef, carnitas, chicken, no meat, pastor (seasoned pork), or steak.
      $16.00
  • Breakfast

    • HUEVOS RANCHEROS

      Sunny side up eggs, savory tomato-chile sauce, choice of corn or flour tortillas, or no tortilla.
      $14.00
    • LA ESPERANZA OMELET

      $13.00
    • HUEVOS A LA MEXICANA

      Mexican-style scrambled eggs with tomatoes, onions, and chilies. Choice of corn or flour tortillas, or no tortilla.
      $12.00
    • CHORIZO CON HUEVO

      Spicy sausage with scrambled eggs. Choice of corn or flour tortillas, or no tortilla.
      $14.00
    • CHORIZO CON PAPA

      Spicy sausage with potatoes. Choose between corn or flour tortillas, or opt for no tortilla.
      $14.00
    • CHILAQUILES

      Crispy tortillas, topped with choice of scrambed, over easy, or sunnyside up eggs, and enchilada salsa (verde, rojo, or none).
      $15.00
  • Burrito

    • FAJITA BURRITO

      Tender grilled fajita-style filling wrapped in a warm tortilla. Choice of chicken, steak, or no meat.
      $15.00
      FAJITA BURRITO
    • BURRITO ORIGINAL

      Original Burrito - Choice of protein: beef, carnitas, chicken, vegetarian, pastor, or steak.
      $14.00
      BURRITO ORIGINAL
    • BURRITO MEXICANO

      Mexican-style burrito. Choose from beef, carnitas, chicken, no meat, pastor, or steak.
      $15.00
    • SEAFOOD BURRITO

      $16.00
    • CHORI POLLO BURRITO

      $16.00
  • Kids

    • CHIQUITOS BURRITO

      Soft tortilla filled with choice of beef, chicken, steak, carnitas (pork), pastor (marinated pork), chorizo (sausage), or campechano (mixed meats).
      $9.00
    • CHIQUITOS TACO

      Small taco served in various styles (American, Mexican, etc.) with choice of corn, flour, or hard shell tortillas. Select from beef, chicken, steak, carnitas, pastor, chorizo, or campechano protein options.
      $7.50
    • CHIQUITOS FLAUTA

      $7.00
    • POLLITO CON PAPAS

      $9.00
    • GRILLED CHEESE AND FRIES

      Melty grilled cheese sandwich with crispy golden fries.
      $8.50
    • CHEESEBURGER AND FRIES

      Juicy Cheeseburger Served with Crispy Golden Fries
      $9.50
    • HAMBURGER AND FRIES

      Juicy burger paired with crispy fries - a classic favorite.
      $9.00
    • CHIQUITOS QUESADILLA

      $7.50
  • Dessert

    • FLAN

      Smooth, caramel-topped custard, a classic delight.
      $5.50
    • CHURRITOS A LA MODE

      $6.50
    • MOLTEN CHOCOLATE CAKE

      $8.00
    • BUNUELOS

      $8.00
    • NIEVE CON CHOCOLATE

      $4.00
    • FRIED ICE CREAM

      Crispy Coated, Soft-Centered Ice Cream Delight
      $9.00
    • SOPAPILLA

      Golden fried pastry dusted with cinnamon sugar
      $8.00
  • Side Orders

    • EXTRA CHIPS

      $2.50
    • SIDE CHILE RELLENO

      $6.50
    • SIDE ENCHILADA

      Enchilada with beef, chicken, potato, cheese, steak, or carnitas, topped with verde, rojo, or no salsa.
      $3.50
    • AVOCADO

      Fresh and creamy fruit with a rich taste, perfect for adding a touch of luxury to any dish.
      $3.99
    • SALSA 8OZ

      $3.99
    • SALSA 16OZ

      $6.50
    • SALSA 32OZ

      $9.99
    • QUESO BLANCO 8OZ

      Creamy white cheese dip served with crispy tortilla chips.
      $7.50
      QUESO BLANCO 8OZ
    • QUESO BLANCO 16OZ

      Warm, creamy white cheese dip served with crispy tortilla chips.
      $13.00
      QUESO BLANCO 16OZ
    • QUESO BLANCO 32OZ

      Creamy white cheese dip served with a side of crispy tortilla chips.
      $21.00
      QUESO BLANCO 32OZ
    • GUACAMOLE 8OZ

      Creamy mashed avocado with diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and lime juice.
      $7.50
      GUACAMOLE 8OZ
    • GUACAMOLE 16OZ

      Creamy guacamole with chunks of avocado, tomatoes, and finely chopped cilantro.
      $13.00
      GUACAMOLE 16OZ
    • GUACAMOLE 32OZ

      Creamy mashed avocados mixed with diced tomatoes, onions, and cilantro.
      $21.00
      GUACAMOLE 32OZ
    • chips small

      $2.50
    • chips large

      $4.50
    • side rice

      Seasoned steamed grains, perfect as a side.
      $3.50
      side rice
    • side beans

      $3.50
    • side french fries

      Crispy Golden Fries, Perfectly Salted - A Classic Side Treat
      $4.00
    • RANCH

      $2.00
    • SOUR CREAM

      $2.00
    • FLAUTA

      $3.00
    • RICE AND BEANS

      Savory blend of seasoned rice paired with hearty beans.
      $4.75
  • Specials

    • ENMOLADAS

      $17.00
    • CHIMICHANGA C/QUESO BLANCO

      $17.00
    • CHICKEN FAJITAS FOR 2

      Served with choice of corn, flour, or no tortillas.
      $23.00
    • BURRITO RANCHERO

      Burrito with choice of chicken, steak, or carnitas.
      $15.50
    • QUESSABIRRIA

      $11.00
    • BIRRIA ROLES

      $11.00
    • PECHUGA ENCHIPOTLADO

      $17.00
    • VOLCAN

      $23.00
  • Lunch (Copy)

    • L Burrito Original

      A large tortilla filled with choice of beef, carnitas, chicken, pork, steak, or no meat.
      $13.00
      L Burrito Original
    • L BURRITO MEXICAN

      Burrito with choice of protein: beef, carnitas, chicken, no meat, pastor (marinated pork), or steak.
      $13.50
    • L CHIMICHANGA

      Chimichanga Crispy tortilla filled with your choice of beef, chicken, steak, pork, marinated pork, or mixed meats.
      $13.00
    • L FLAUTAS

      $12.00
    • L FAJITAS

      Fajitas - Choice of corn, flour, or no tortilla. Chicken or steak.
      $14.00
    • L ENCHILADAS

      Variety of enchiladas with choice of beef, chicken, steak, cheese, or potato. Verde, rojo, or no salsa.
      $13.00
      L ENCHILADAS
    • L FAJITA BURRITO

      Chicken or steak wrapped in a tortilla with fajita fillings.
      $14.00
      L FAJITA BURRITO
    • L CARNE ASADA

      Carne asada served with your choice of corn or flour tortillas. Option available without tortillas.
      $14.00

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