Mexican Republic Kitchen & Cantina Menu

7404 Madison St, Forest Park, IL 60130
  • AGUA FRESCA & JUICE

    • Horchata

      Coconut Cinnamon Horchata
      $4.00
    • Lemonade

      Homemade Lemonade
      $3.00
    • Iced Tea

      Brewed tea served over ice, garnished with a lemon wedge.
      $3.00
  • APPETIZERS

    • QUESO FUNDIDO

      Melted cheese. Topped with chorizo, roasted poblanos & caramelized onion. Tortillas.
      $11.50
    • GUACAMOLE

      Mashed avocado mixed with cilantro, jalapeño, tomato, onion & lime juice. Tortilla chips.
      $11.00
    • EMPANADAS DE CARNITAS

      Four crispy empanadas filled with pork carnitas. Topped with sour cream, salsa roja & queso fresco.
      $10.00
    • MRK QUESO DIP

      Melted cheese dip with beef picadillo. Chopped jalapeños, tomato & corn. Topped with onions & cilantro. Tortilla Chips.
      $11.50
    • TAQUITOS

      Crispy taquitos filled with chicken, cilantro & onions. Topped with sour cream, salsa verde & queso fresco
      $9.50
    • JALAPEÑOS RELLENOS

      Three stuffed jalapeños with chorizo, roasted potato & cheese. Mole Coloradito, sour cream & cheese.
      $10.50
    • QUESADILLA APPETIZER

      Flour tortilla filled with melted cheese. Side of guacamole, sour cream & pico de gallo.
      $9.00
    • CHICKEN TAMALES

      2 Tamales filled with roasted chicken & salsa verde. Topped with sour cream, cheese & salsa verde.
      $8.50
    • TAMALES DE ELOTE

      2 Corn tamales topped with poblano cream, melted cheese and cilantro.
      $9.00
    • NACHOS

      Crispy corn tortillas with melted cheese. Black Beans, corn, pico de gallo, jalapeños, guacamole & sour cream.
      $10.50
    • COMBO APPETIZER - BOTANA COMBO

      Two pork empanadas, one chicken tamal, two chicken taquitos, queso fundido with chorizo & side of guacamole. Empanadas, tamal & taquitos are topped with cheese, sour cream & salsa.
      $19.50
    • CHIPS & SALSA

      Crispy tortilla chips with a side of Roasted Molcajete Tomato Salsa.
      $4.00
    • SIDE OF CHIPS

      Crispy Tortilla Chips
      $3.00
    • SIDE OF MOLCAJETE SALSA

      Roasted Tomato, jalapeño, and onion Salsa.
      $1.00
    • Tamales Catering

      Corn dough filled with seasoned meats or cheese, wrapped in corn husks, and typically topped with salsa verde, sour cream, and queso fresco.
      $26.00
    • Shrimp Empanadas

      Lightly toasted empanadas filled with shrimp and melted cheese, typically topped with radish, micro cilantro, chipotle sauce, and green salsa.
      $50.00
  • BOTTLED SODA

    • Mexican Coke

      Glass Bottle
      $4.00
    • COKE CAN

      The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
      $2.00
    • Jarritos

      Jarritos - Variety of Mexican bottled sodas in flavors: fruit punch, grapefruit, lime, orange, pineapple, tamarind.
      $3.00
  • DESSERT

    • Churros

      Golden, crispy churros dusted with sugar and cinnamon.
      $7.00
    • Tres Leches

      A sponge cake soaked in three types of milk, topped with whipped cream, served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and garnished with a drizzle of berry sauce.
      $7.50
    • Flan De Coco

      Coconut flavored custard.
      $5.00
    • Chocoflan

      Vanilla flan layered with chocolate cake.
      $8.00
    • Churro Cheese Cake

      Creamy cheesecake with a crust, typically includes cinnamon and sugar, enveloped in a flaky pastry dough.
      $8.00
  • ENTREES

    • ENCHILADAS DE VEGETALES

      3 Corn tortilla filled with zucchini, onions & corn. Roasted tomato sauce, sour cream, cheese. White rice & black beans.
      $14.50
    • BRISKET

      Beef brisket in Mole Coloradito. Black beans & Mexican Rice. Grilled corn with chipotle mayo.
      $23.00
    • COCHINITA PIBIL

      Braised achiote pork in banana leaves & orange juice. Black beans, pickled red onions & habanero salsa.
      $19.50
    • CHICKEN ENCHILADAS VERDES

      Corn tortillas filled with roasted chicken & caramelized onions. Topped with salsa verde & melted cheese. White Rice & black beans.
      $15.75
    • CARNITAS

      Tender pork carnitas. Molacajete sauce, pico de gallo & guacamole. Pinto beans & Mexican rice.
      $18.00
    • CHILES RELLENOS

      Egg battered stuffed poblano pepper filled with cheese or beef picadillo. Roasted tomato sauce. Mexican rice & pinto beans.
      $14.50
    • ALAMBRE

      Sauteed steak, chorizo & bacon with bell peppers, onions & melted cheese. Mexican rice & pinto beans.
      $22.50
    • ENCHILADAS CON MOLE

      3 Corn tortillas filled with choice of roasted chicken or beef picadillo. Mole Coloradito, onions, cilantro. Mexican rice & pinto beans.
      $17.00
    • FAJITAS

      Sauteed meat with bell peppers, onions & tomato. Guacamole, sour cream, mexican rice & pinto beans.
      $18.50
    • POLLO EN CREMA DE POBLANO

      Grilled chicken breast in Poblano Cream. Corn tamal with sour cream & cheese. White rice.
      $19.00
    • BARBACOA

      Braised beef in guajillo chile & avocado leaves. Pinto beans & Mexican rice. Pico de gallo & guacamole.
      $20.50
    • VEGGIE FAJITAS

      Sauteed bell peppers, onions & tomato with zucchini & corn. Guacamole, sour cream, Mexican rice & black beans.
      $15.50
  • MEXICAN FAVORITES

    • BURRITO

      Large flour tortilla filled with pinto beans, sour cream, cheese, lettuce, and choice of meat. Mexican rice and a side of guacamole.
      $14.00
    • CHEESE QUESADILLAS

      2 Quesadillas filled with cheese on corn tortillas. Mexican rice & pinto beans. Sour Cream and guacamole.
      $11.00
    • TORTA

      Telera bread with pinto beans and choice of meat. Lettuce, sour cream and cheese. Mexican Rice and Guacamole.
      $13.00
    • TOSTADAS

      Two tostadas filled with pinto beans and choice of meat. Lettuce, sour cream and cheese. Mexican rice and guacamole.
      $12.00
    • TACO BOWL

      Lettuce and cabbage mixed with lime dressing or chipotle ranch. Choice of meat/protein.\nTopped with guacamole, jalapeños, cheese, pickled red onions, and salsa. Side of sour cream.\nLow Carb. Keto friendly.
      $14.00
    • BURRITO BOWL

      Burrito bowl with choice of Mexican Rice, White Rice, or Mexican style Cauliflower Rice.\nChoice of meat. Topped with Cheese, sour cream, lettuce, jalapeños, pickled red onions, salsa & guacamole.\nLow Carb - keto.
      $14.00
    • VEGGIE QUESADILLAS (Calabazitas)

      2 Quesadillas filled with cheese, roasted zucchini, caramelized onion, and corn on corn tortillas. Mexican rice & pinto beans. Sour Cream and guacamole.
      $12.00
    • QUESADILLAS WITH MEAT

      2 Quesadillas filled with cheese and choice of meat on corn tortillas. Mexican rice & pinto beans. Sour Cream and guacamole.
      $13.00
  • SEAFOOD

    • SHRIMP CEVICHE

      Lime juice marinated shrimp, onions, cilantro, tomato, jalapeño & cucumber. Tortilla chips.
      $11.00
    • QUESADILLAS DE CAMARON

      Two tortillas filled with cheese, shrimp, chipotle & onions. Mexican rice & black beans. Side of guacamole and sour cream.
      $17.00
    • QUESADILLAS DE CANGREJO (CRAB)

      Two tortillas filled with cheese, crab, bacon, roasted corn, chipotle and onions. Mexican rice, black beans, side of guacamole and sour cream.
      $17.50
    • SHRIMP EMPANADAS

      3 Empanadas filled with shrimp, chipotle & onions. Topped with sour cream, cheese & salsa roja.
      $11.50
    • ENCHILADAS DE CAMARON

      3 corn tortillas filled with shrimp, chipotle & grilled onions. Topped with salsa verde, sour cream & queso fresco. Mexican rice & black beans.
      $18.00
    • CAMARONES ALA DIABLA

      Sauteed shrimp in a spicy chipotle sauce. Mexican rice, pinto beans, guacamole & pico de gallo.
      $22.00
    • SHRIMP FAJITAS

      Sauteed shrimp with bell peppers, onions & tomato. Guacamole & sour cream. Mexican rice & pinto beans.
      $20.50
    • PESCADO A LA VERACRUZANA

      Sauteed tilapia in Veracruzana sauce-tomato, capers, olives & jalapeños. White rice & mixed salad.
      $19.00
    • SHRIMP QUESO FUNDIDO

      Melted cheese mixed with shrimp, chipotle & onions. Topped with chipotle mayo & cilantro.
      $14.50
    • Asada Con Camarones

      Grilled skirt steak and grilled shrimp. Side of Mexican Rice, pinto beans, 1 grilled jalapeno, and side Salad.
      $27.00
  • SIDES

    • MEXICAN CORN

      Comes with chipotle mayo, chili powder and queso fresco.
      $5.00
    • RICE

      Side of rice
      $4.50
    • BEANS

      Side of refried pinto beans or refried black Beans.\n(Black beans are vegetarian and can be vegan without cheese)
      $4.50
    • GUACAMOLE SIDE

      Avocado mashed with lime juice, cilantro, and a hint of salt, typically includes onions and tomatoes.
      $4.00
    • GRILLED JALAPEÑOS

      Grilled jalapeños, typically seasoned with a blend of spices to enhance their natural heat and smokiness.
      $3.00
    • PICO DE GALLO

      Chopped tomato, onion, cilantro, lime juice, and jalapeños.
      $1.50
    • SOUR CREAM

      Creamy Mexican sour cream, typically served as a complement to enhance the flavors of your favorite dishes.
      $1.00
    • HABANERO

      Roasted habanero salsa. Extremely spicy.
      $1.50
    • PLANTAINS

      Fried plantains, topped with sour cream and queso fresco.
      $4.50
    • CHEESE SIDE

      A side of cheese, typically consisting of a blend of shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar, served as an accompaniment.
      $1.00
    • AVOCADO SLICES

      Freshly sliced avocado, ripe and creamy - perfect for enhancing any dish.
      $2.00
    • No Plastic Silvewear

      Please select if you do not want plastic utensils and napkins. Thank you!
    • FRENCH FRIES SIDE

      Crispy golden potato fries, served with ketchup and mayonnaise.
      $4.50
    • SAUTEED GREEN BEANS

      Side of sauteed green beans.
      $4.50
    • PICKLED JALAPEÑOS & VEGGIES

      Pickled carrots, cauliflower & jalapeños
      $3.00
    • CAULIFLOWER MEXICAN RICE

      Mexican Style Cauliflower Rice with zucchini.\nContains dairy. Low Carb.
      $5.50
    • SIDE OF TORTILLAS

      4 Tortillas.
      $1.00
  • SOUPS & SALADS

    • MR SALAD

      Mixed greens with chipotle ranch, grilled corn, black beans, avocado & red onions.
      $1.00
    • PEPITA SALAD

      Mixed greens with pumpkin seed & lime dressing. Topped with queso fresco, roasted pepitas & tortilla strips.
      $12.00
    • TORTILLA SOUP

      Chicken broth flavored with chile ancho. Tortilla strips, cheese, chicken & sour cream
      $6.00
    • POZOLE

      Guajillo & pork flavored broth with corn hominy. Shredded pork.
      $7.00
    • BUTTERNUT SOUP

      Roasted Butternut Squash Soup. Topped with Bacon, sour cream, and cilantro.\n\nSize small 16oz\nSize Large 32oz
      $6.50
    • Chopped Salad

      Mixed greens with chop dressing. Grilled corn, bacon, pico de gallo and queso fresco.
      $11.00
    • Caesar Salad

      Mixed greens with caesar dressing. Queso fresco and croutons.
      $10.00
  • SPECIALS

    • House Burrito

      Filled with a selection of meats, rice, beans, and cheese, typically includes pico de gallo and a special sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime.
      $17.00
    • MEXICAN RIB EYE

      Grilled ribeye steak, typically accompanied by sautéed onions, jalapeños, and a blend of traditional Mexican spices. Served with a side of rice and beans.
      $25.00
    • Tilapia Especial

      Buttered, diabla-style, or garlic mojo sauce tilapia options.
      $20.00
    • Shrimp

      Buttered shrimp, shrimp a la Mexicana, shrimp mojo de ajo.
      $21.00
    • HAMBURGUESA

      our very special homemade burger patty topped wiht lettuce and onion served wiht jalapeno and fries
      $16.50
    • Molcajete Mar Y Tierra

      Grilled pork loin in chile ancho salsa. White Rice and Mixed Green Salad.
      $30.00
    • Parrillada Para 2

      Grilled assortment for two, featuring a variety of meats including chicken, steak, and Mexican sausage, complemented by shrimp, onions, peppers, and served with tortillas.
      $47.50
    • Veggie Tortilla Soup

      fresh vegetebles garliconion jalapeno and cilantro topped whit tortilla strips and sour cream
      $6.00
    • Bistec A La Mexicana

      Thinly sliced beef sautéed with onions, tomatoes, and jalapeños, embodying traditional Mexican flavors.
      $20.50
    • Pozole Verde

      shredded chicken breasts and hominy mingle in a boldliflavored blend of pured tomatillo cilantro and chiles for this cozy chicken
      $8.00
  • TACOS

    • ASADA STEAK TACO

      Grilled garlicky lime-marinated sirloin steak.\nTopped with onions and cilantro.
      $4.50
    • BAJA FISH TACO

      Battered tilapia tacos. Topped with chipotle mayo, cabbage and Pico de gallo.
      $4.75
    • BARBACOA TACO

      Guajillo braised beef. Topped with onions, cilantro and guacamole.
      $4.75
    • CALABAZITAS TACO

      Grilled zucchini, grilled corn, and caramelized onions. Topped with sour cream and queso fresco.
      $4.00
    • CARNITAS TACO

      Tender pulled pork topped with pico de gallo.
      $4.00
    • CHORIZO TACO

      Mexican spiced sausage topped with onions and cilantro.
      $4.00
    • CAULIFLOWER TACO

      Sauteed cauliflower. Topped with lettuce, cilantro, pico de gallo and chipotle mayo.
      $4.25
    • JALAPEÑO RELLENO TACO

      Stuffed Jalapeño with chorizo, roasted potato, and cheese. Topped with lettuce and sour cream.
      $4.75
    • PANELA TACO

      Sauteed panela cheese. Topped with roasted tomato sauce, pickled red onions & guacamole.
      $4.25
    • PASTOR TACO

      Roasted guajillo pork. Topped with onion, cilantro and pineapple.
      $4.00
    • PIBIL TACO

      Achiote braised pork. With black beans and pickled red onions.
      $4.25
    • PICADILLO TACO (GROUND BEEF)

      Ground beef with roasted potato and carrots. Topped with onion and cilantro.
      $4.00
    • POLLO CHICKEN TACO

      Garlicky grilled chicken. Topped with onion and cilantro.
      $4.00
    • RAJAS MUSHROOM TACO

      Creamy mushrooms with poblano peppers, caramelized onions and sour cream
      $4.00
    • GRILLED SHRIMP TACO

      Grilled shrimp topped with chipotle mayo, cabbage, pico de gallo and pickled red onions.
      $4.75
    • BATTERED SHRIMP TACO

      Battered shrimp topped with chipotle mayo, cabbage, pico de gallo and pickled red onions.
      $4.75
    • TINGA DE POLLO TACO

      Shredded chicken with caramelized onions in a roasted tomato chipotle sauce. Topped with sour cream, cheese and cabbage.
      $4.25
    • 2 TACOS

      Choice of 2 tacos.\nPlease see the menu / individual tacos for toppings of each taco.
    • 3 TACOS

      Choice of 3 tacos.\nPlease see the menu / individual tacos for the toppings of each taco.
    • 4 TACOS

      Choice of 4 tacos.\nPlease see the menu / individual tacos for the toppings of each taco.
    • 2 TACOS WITH RICE AND BEANS

      Choice of 2 tacos. Side of Rice & Beans\nPlease see the menu / individual tacos for the toppings of each taco.\nSelect one taco filling per option.
      $4.00
    • 3 TACOS WITH RICE AND BEANS

      Choice of 3 tacos. Side of rice and beans. \nPlease see the menu / individual tacos for the toppings of each taco.\nSelect one taco filling per option
      $4.00
    • 4 TACOS WITH RICE AND BEANS

      Choice of 4 tacos. Side of rice & beans. \nPlease see the menu / individual tacos for the toppings of each taco.\nSelect one taco filling per option
      $4.25

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