Taqueria El Primo Menu

4.5
(475+ Reviews)
$Mexican
  • Customer Favorites

    Our most frequently ordered and highly rated selections.
    • 3 Enchiladas Dinner Verdes

      Green Enchiladas
      $12.99
    • Steak Torta

      Skirt Steak
      $8.50
    • Horchata

      Rice water.
      $3.25
    • 3 Taco Dinner

      $13.99
    • Steak Burrito

      $9.99
    • Small Quesadilla

      Small quesadilla served with options of cheese, chicken, chorizo, ground beef, lengua, pork, rajas con queso, or steak. Choose between corn or flour tortilla.
      $3.75
    • Guacamole

      Includes Bag of Chips
      $8.00
    • French Fries

      Crispy golden strips of deliciousness served hot and seasoned to perfection.
      $4.00
    • Burrito Dinner

      Burrito filled with choice of al pastor, bistec, chicken, and other options, served as dinner. Includes vegetarian and unique selections like rajas con queso.
      $14.99
    • Lengua (Tongue) Taco

      Beef tongue, choice of corn or flour tortilla.
      $4.25
  • Tortas

    • Al Pastor Torta

      Pork
      $8.50
    • Barbacoa Torta

      Lamb
      $9.50
    • Bistec Torta

      Beef Steak
      $8.50
    • Chicken Torta

      A chicken torta typically includes shredded or grilled chicken, complemented with guacamole, lettuce, and often features beans, cheese, and mayonnaise on a telera or similar bread.
      $8.50
    • Chile Relleno Torta

      A chile relleno torta features a roasted poblano pepper filled with cheese, accompanied by refried beans, lettuce, tomato, and sour cream on a toasted roll.
      $9.50
    • Chorizo & Egg Torta

      $8.50
    • Chorizo Torta

      Mexican Sausage
      $8.50
    • Ground Beef Torta

      A ground beef torta typically includes sautéed ground beef, refried beans, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and avocado, all nestled within a soft telera bread.
      $8.50
    • Jamon Torta

      Ham
      $8.50
    • Lengua Torta

      Beef Tongue
      $9.50
    • Milanesa Torta

      Breaded Steak
      $8.50
    • Rajas Con Queso Torta

      Peppers & Cheese
      $8.50
    • Steak Torta

      Skirt Steak
      $8.50
    • Tripas Torta

      Beef Tripe
      $9.50
    • Vegetarian Torta

      A vegetarian torta typically includes a hearty filling of beans, avocado, lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise, nestled within a soft, freshly baked bread roll.
      $8.50
  • Dinner/Platillos

    Dinners comes With Rice & Beans
    • 3 Chicken Flautas Dinner

      Crispy rolled tortillas filled with seasoned chicken, accompanied by refried beans, grilled green onions, fresh cucumber slices, orange wedges, and a bed of shredded lettuce with tomato.
      $13.99
    • 3 Enchiladas De Mole

      Mole Enchiladas
      $13.99
    • 3 Enchiladas Dinner Verdes

      Green Enchiladas
      $12.99
    • 3 Enchiladas Rojas Dinner

      Red Enchiladas
      $12.99
    • 3 Taco Dinner

      $13.99
    • Bistec Azteca

      Steak With Cactus & Onions
      $17.99
    • Bistec En Salsa Verde O Roja

      Steak With Red Or Green Sauce
      $16.99
    • Burrito Suizo Dinner

      Burrito Suizo dinner featuring a choice of al pastor, bistec, chicken, chile relleno, and more. Served with cheese, inside a soft tortilla. Options for meat lovers and vegetarians.
      $14.99
    • Chiles Relleno Dinner

      Stuffed poblano peppers, choice of corn or flour tortillas.
      $12.99
    • Chimichanga

      Deep-fried burrito, choice of al pastor, bistec, chicken, chile relleno, chorizo, ground beef, milaneza, rajas con queso, steak, tongue, or vegetarian filling.
      $14.99
    • Chuletas Con Salsa Verde O Roja

      Pork Chops with Red or Green Sauce
      $14.99
    • Ensalada De Pollo

      Chicken Salad
      $12.99
    • Fajitas De Camaron

      Shrimp Fajitas
      $17.99
    • Fajitas Mixtas

      Mixed Fajitas
      $18.99
    • Hamburguesa Estilo El Primo

      The "hamburguesa estilo el primo" typically includes a beef patty accompanied by ham, cheese, and a selection of toppings such as lettuce, tomato, and avocado, all served on a bun.
      $13.99
    • Nopales Locos

      Nopales with choice of corn or flour tortilla.
      $17.99
    • Pollo En Mole Estilo Michoacan

      Chicken Topped With Michoacan Mole Style Sauce
      $13.99
    • Bistec A La Mexicana

      Mexican Pepper Steak
      $17.99
    • Bistec En Salsa De Arbol

      Steak With Red Pepper Sauce
      $17.99
    • Bistec Encebollado

      Steak Sauteed With Onions
      $17.99
    • Burrito Dinner

      Burrito filled with choice of al pastor, bistec, chicken, and other options, served as dinner. Includes vegetarian and unique selections like rajas con queso.
      $14.99
    • Carne Asada Dinner

      Skirt Steak Dinner
      $22.99
    • CombTierra Y Mar

      Skirt Steak And Shrimp Combined
      $34.99
    • Combinacion EL PRIMO

      Choice of corn or flour tortilla, served as part of this diverse dinner selection.
      $49.99
    • Costillas De Res

      Beef ribs served with choice of corn or flour tortillas.
      $22.99
    • Fajitas De Pollo

      Chicken Fajitas
      $17.99
    • Fajitas De Res

      Steak Fajitas
      $17.99
    • Lengua En Salsa De Arbol

      Beef Tongue In Red Hot Sauce
      $17.99
    • Milanesa De Res Dinner

      Breaded Steak
      $17.99
    • Pechuga Asada

      Grilled chicken breast typically accompanied by rice, beans, and a selection of garnishes such as grilled onions, salad, or pico de gallo.
      $17.99
    • Pechuga Empanizada

      Breaded Chicken Breast
      $17.99
    • Pechuga Ranchera

      Ranch Style Chicken Breast
      $17.99
    • Pechuga Rellena Con Hongos

      Chicken Breast filled W/ Mushroom
      $18.99
    • Platillos De Alambre

      Steak, Bacon, Pepper & Cheese
      $18.99
    • Tampiquena

      Grilled thin steak, served with enchiladas, guacamole, choice of corn or flour tortillas.
      $24.99
    • Codorniz en salsa verde

      Quail gently cooked in a tangy green tomatillo sauce, typically includes a blend of green chilies, garlic, and onions to enhance the flavor.
      $14.99
    • Codorniz en salsa de árbol

      Quail cooked in a spicy salsa de árbol, typically includes a blend of chile de árbol and other traditional Mexican ingredients.
      $14.99
  • Mariscos / Seafood

    Servidos con arroz y frijoles / served with rice and beans.
    • Tostadas Ceviche de Camaron

      Shrimp tostadas.
      $7.00
    • Caldo De Camaron

      Shrimp soup.
      $14.99
    • Caldo De Camaron Con Nopales

      Shrimp and nopales soup served with choice of corn or flour tortillas.
      $15.99
    • Camarones Empanizados

      Breaded shrimp.
      $16.99
    • Camarones Al Mojo De Ajo

      Shrimp on garlic.
      $16.99
    • Camarones a La Diabla

      Shrimp on spicy sauce.
      $16.99
    • Camarones a La Plancha

      Grilled shrimp.
      $16.99
    • Camarones Rellenos

      Shrimp filled with cheese and bacon.
      $16.99
    • Filete Empanizado

      Catfish fillet fried.
      $14.99
    • Mojarra frita

      Fried Bream.
      $16.99
    • 7 Mares

      Seafood broth with selection of seven kinds of sea creatures, served with choice of corn or flour tortillas.
      $26.99
    • Langostinos al Gusto

      Langostinos prepared to your preference, served with choice of corn or flour tortillas.
      $20.99
    • Mojarra Rellena

      Stuffed mojarra, choice of corn or flour tortilla.
      $25.99
    • Arroz Con Camarones

      Shrimp served over rice. Choice of corn or flour tortilla.
      $23.99
    • Arroz Con Mariscos

      Arroz con mariscos served with choice of corn or flour tortilla.
      $23.99
    • Camarones Con Vegetales

      Camarones con vegetales features sautéed shrimp alongside a medley of mixed vegetables, typically including bell peppers, onions, and zucchini, all gently seasoned to enhance their natural flavors.
      $23.99
    • Coctel De Camaron

      Shrimp cocktail.
      $12.99
    • Pina Rellena

      A piña rellena typically consists of a hollowed-out pineapple filled with a mix of seafood such as shrimp, octopus, and scallops, often accompanied by a creamy sauce and topped with melted cheese.
      $23.99
    • Ord Ceviche de camarón

      Ceviche made with shrimp, available in large or small sizes.
      $13.00
    • Orden de ceviche de pescado

      Fish ceviche typically includes diced fish marinated in lime juice, mixed with onions, tomatoes, and cilantro.
      $12.99
  • Appetizers

    • 32 Oz Salsa & Chips

      Includes: 2 Bags Of Chips
      $8.00
    • Guacamole

      Includes Bag of Chips
      $8.00
    • Hot Dog W/ Fries

      Hot dog accompanied by fries, choice of drink including horchata, soda options, hibiscus tea, and tamarindo water in various sizes.
      $6.00
    • Nachos ( No Meat)

      Corn tortilla chips accompanied by beans, melted cheese, jalapeños, tomatoes, onions, typically includes guacamole and sour cream.
      $8.99
    • Pambazos

      Pambazos, a traditional Mexican appetizer, consist of bread soaked in a red guajillo sauce, then filled with a savory mixture of potatoes and chorizo. This dish is typically garnished with lettuce, Mexican cream, and fresh cheese.
      $6.99
    • Pico De Gallo

      Includes a Bag Of Chips
      $8.00
    • Side of Sour cream

      A serving of creamy and tangy sour cream, often used to complement Mexican appetizers.
      $1.00
    • Bag of Chips

      Corn tortilla chips, freshly fried and ready for accompanying dips.
      $3.00
    • 16 Oz Salsa & Chips

      Corn tortilla chips served with a 16 oz portion of traditional red salsa, typically includes a blend of tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and a hint of jalapeño for a subtle kick.
      $9.00
    • 8 Oz Salsa

      8 oz serving of salsa, choice of green or red.
      $3.00
    • Cheese Fries

      Golden fries topped with melted cheese, perfect for snacking or sharing.
      $5.50
    • Cheese Fries W Meat

      Crispy fries topped with melted cheese and a choice of meat including al pastor, bistec, chicken, and more, plus a vegetarian option.
      $9.99
    • Cheeseburger W/ Fries

      Cheeseburger served with fries; choose from an array of drinks including Horchata, Coca Cola, Pepsi, Sprite, Jamaica (Hibiscus tea), or Tamarindo water in various sizes.
      $10.99
    • Chicken Nuggets

      Golden crispy bites of tender chicken, a classic favorite for all ages.
      $6.99
    • Chicken Wings

      Crispy, Juicy Wings- perfect for dipping
      $10.99
    • Choriqueso

      Mexican Sausage With Cheese
      $8.50
    • French Fries

      Crispy golden strips of deliciousness served hot and seasoned to perfection.
      $4.00
    • Nachos With Meat

      Crispy nachos topped with choice of al pastor, bistec, chicken, and assorted meats or vegetarian option, complemented with melted cheese and jalapeños.
      $11.99
    • Ord. Quesadillas (3)

      Three quesadillas with choice of cheese, chicken, chorizo, ground beef, lengua, pork, rajas con queso, or steak.
      $13.99
    • Order Beans

      House-made pinto beans, typically includes a topping of Mexican cheese.
      $3.00
    • Order Rice

      Mexican rice typically includes a blend of tomatoes, onions, and garlic, seasoned with traditional spices.
      $3.00
    • Quesadilla Especial Grande

      Big Size Special Quesadilla
      $10.99
    • Quesadillas a Mano

      Quesadilla Made from Hand
      $11.99
    • Salsa & Chips

      8 Oz Salsa
      $6.00
    • Small Quesadilla

      Small quesadilla served with options of cheese, chicken, chorizo, ground beef, lengua, pork, rajas con queso, or steak. Choose between corn or flour tortilla.
      $3.75
    • Taco Salad

      Flour tortilla with beans cheese and guacamole.
      $11.99
  • Tacos

    Includes Only Onions & Cilantro
    • Chicharron Prensado Taco

      Pressed pork crackling in a taco, choice of corn or flour tortilla.
      $3.25
    • Chorizo & Egg Taco

      Mexican breakfast taco with choice of corn or flour tortilla.
      $3.25
    • Rajas Con Queso Taco

      (Peppers & Cheese)
      $3.25
    • Al Pastor Taco (Pork) Taco

      Marinated pork, choice of corn or flour tortilla, served with pineapple.
      $3.25
    • Cachete (beef) Taco

      Cachete taco, choice of corn or flour tortilla.
      $4.25
    • Chile Relleno Taco

      Stuffed Peppers
      $4.25
    • Taco arrachera

      Tender arrachera beef in choice of corn or flour tortilla.
      $4.25
    • Vegetarian Taco

      Vegetarian taco with choice of corn or flour tortilla, filled with mixed vegetables.
      $3.25
    • Taco bistec

      Taco bistec: Grilled steak, choice of corn or flour tortilla.
      $4.25
    • Chicken Taco

      Grilled chicken, choice of corn or flour tortilla
      $3.25
    • Chorizo (Mexican Sausage) Taco

      Mexican chorizo, choice of corn or flour tortilla.
      $3.25
    • Ground Beef Taco

      Ground beef, choice of corn or flour tortilla.
      $3.25
    • Lengua (Tongue) Taco

      Beef tongue, choice of corn or flour tortilla.
      $4.25
    • Milanesa (Breaded Steak) Taco

      $4.25
    • Steak Taco

      $3.25
    • Tripa (Tripe) Taco

      Beef tripe in choice of corn or flour tortilla.
      $4.25
  • Burritos

    • Al Pastor Burrito

      Pork
      $9.99
    • Bistec Burrito

      Beef Steak
      $12.50
    • Burrito arrachera

      Lamb
      $12.50
    • Burrito cachete

      Lamb
      $12.50
    • Chicken Burrito

      Burrito filled with savory chicken and delicious toppings.
      $9.99
    • Chile Relleno Burrito

      A chile relleno burrito, wrapped in a large flour tortilla, typically includes a cheese-stuffed poblano pepper, rice, beans, and enchilada sauce.
      $12.50
    • Chorizo & Egg Burrito

      Scrambled eggs and chorizo typically wrapped in a flour tortilla, often accompanied by ingredients such as beans and cheese.
      $9.99
    • Chorizo Burrito

      A flour tortilla enveloping spicy chorizo, typically accompanied by beans, cheese, and a blend of onions and cilantro.
      $9.99
    • Ground Beef Burrito

      Ground beef burrito typically includes seasoned ground beef wrapped in a flour tortilla with beans, rice, cheese, and a blend of fresh vegetables like lettuce and tomato.
      $9.99
    • Lengua Burrito

      Beef Tongue
      $12.50
    • Milanesa Burrito

      Breaded Steak
      $9.99
    • Rajas Con Queso Burrito

      Peppers & Cheese
      $9.99
    • Steak Burrito

      $9.99
    • Tripa Burrito

      Beef Tripe
      $12.59
    • Vegetarian Burrito

      A vegetarian burrito typically includes a blend of beans, rice, lettuce, and pico de gallo, often accompanied by cheese, guacamole, and sour cream, all wrapped in a flour tortilla.
      $9.99
  • Tortas Especiales

    • Pambazo

      Includes: Egg, Breaded Steak, Ham, Sausage & Two types of Cheese
      $8.50
    • Torta Americana

      Includes: Chicken, Bacon, Skirt Steak, Egg, & two types of Cheese
      $12.99
    • Torta Chilanga

      Includes: Breaded Chicken, Steak & Cheese
      $12.99
    • Torta Cubana

      Includes: Egg, Breaded Steak, Ham, Sausage & Two types of Cheese
      $12.99
    • Torta Hawaiiana

      Includes: Ham, Pineapple & Cheese
      $12.99
    • Torta Toluquena

      Includes: Chorizo Steak & Cheese
      $12.99
  • Huaraches

    • Al Pastor Huarache

      Pork
      $6.50
    • Barbacoa Huarache

      Lamb
      $7.25
    • Bistec Huarache

      Beef Steak
      $7.25
    • Chicharron Prensado

      Pressed pork cracklings on a handmade corn huarache, typically includes beans, lettuce, onions, and a blend of cheeses, complemented by a touch of sour cream.
      $7.25
    • Chicken Huarache

      A chicken huarache typically includes a handmade corn tortilla base, topped with refried beans, chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, a blend of Mexican cheeses, and sour cream.
      $6.50
    • Chile Relleno Huarache

      A chile relleno huarache typically includes a poblano pepper filled with cheese, placed atop a handmade corn masa base, garnished with beans, lettuce, sour cream, and tomato.
      $7.25
    • Chorizo & Egg Huarache

      A handmade corn tortilla forms the base of this dish, generously topped with chorizo and eggs, typically accompanied by beans, lettuce, and a drizzle of Mexican sour cream.
      $7.25
    • Chorizo Huarache

      Mexican Sausage
      $6.50
    • Ground Beef Huarache

      A handmade corn tortilla base, typically includes refried beans, ground beef, topped with lettuce, cheese, sour cream, and slices of avocado.
      $6.50
    • Jamon Huarache

      Ham
      $7.25
    • Lengua Huarache

      Beef Tongue
      $7.25
    • Milanesa Huarache

      Breaded Steak
      $7.25
    • Rajas Con Queso Huarache

      Peppers & Cheese
      $7.25
    • Steak Huarache

      Skirt Steak
      $6.50
    • Tripas Huarache

      Beef Tripe
      $7.25
    • Vegetarian Huarache

      A handmade corn tortilla base, typically topped with refried beans, a variety of seasonal vegetables, lettuce, sliced avocado, queso fresco, and a dollop of sour cream.
      $7.25
  • Gorditas & Sopes

    • Al Pastor

      Pork
      $4.75
    • Barbacoa

      Lamb
      $5.25
    • Bistec

      Beef Steak
      $5.25
    • Chicharron Prensado

      Crispy pressed pork belly nestled between hand-crafted gordita or sope.
      $5.25
    • Chicken

      Chicken-filled gordita or sope, served with traditional Mexican sauces.
      $4.75
    • Chile Relleno

      Stuffed poblano pepper, option of gordita or sope base.
      $5.25
    • Chorizo

      Mexican Sausage
      $4.75
    • Chorizo & Egg

      Chorizo & egg in choice of gordita or sope.
      $5.25
    • Ground Beef

      Ground beef served in your choice of gordita or sope.
      $4.75
    • Jamon

      Ham
      $5.25
    • Lengua

      Beef Tongue
      $5.25
    • Milaneza

      Breaded Steak
      $5.25
    • Rajas Con Queso

      Peppers & Cheese
      $5.25
    • Steak

      Steak served in a choice of gordita or sope.
      $4.75
    • Tripas

      Beef Tripe
      $5.25
    • Vegetarian

      Sope with vegetarian fillings. Choice of gordita or sope base.
      $4.75
  • Tostadas

    • Al Pastor Tostada (Pork)

      $4.00
    • Barbacoa Tostada

      Lamb
      $5.25
    • Bistec Tostada

      Beef Steak
      $5.25
    • Chicharron Prensado Tostada

      A crispy corn tortilla topped with pressed pork cracklings, typically includes beans, lettuce, and a blend of cheeses.
      $5.25
    • Chicken Tostada

      A crispy corn tortilla layered with shredded chicken, refried beans, lettuce, and cheese, typically includes a blend of traditional spices.
      $4.00
    • Chile Relleno Tostada

      Stuffed Pepper
      $5.25
    • Chorizo & Egg Tostada

      A crispy corn tortilla layered with chorizo and scrambled egg, typically includes refried beans, lettuce, tomato, cheese, and a dollop of sour cream.
      $5.25
    • Chorizo Tostada

      Mexican Sausage
      $4.00
    • Egg Tostada

      A crispy corn tortilla topped with a layer of refried beans, followed by a perfectly cooked egg, typically garnished with cheese, lettuce, and tomato.
      $5.25
    • Ground Beef Tostada

      A ground beef tostada consists of a crispy corn tortilla topped with refried beans, seasoned ground beef, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheese.
      $4.00
    • Jamon Tostada

      Ham
      $5.25
    • Lengua Tostada

      Tongue
      $5.25
    • Milaneza

      Breaded Steak
      $5.25
    • Rajas Con Queso Tostada

      Peppers & Cheese
      $5.25
    • Steak Tostada

      Skirt steak
      $4.00
    • Tripas Tostada

      Beef Tripe
      $5.25
    • Vegetarian Tostada

      A vegetarian tostada typically consists of a crispy corn tortilla base topped with beans, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, onions, sour cream, and guacamole.
      $4.00
  • Breakfast

    Includes: Rice & Beans
    • Chilaquiles

      Corn tortillas cut into quarters, lightly fried, choice of scrambled or sunny side up eggs, topped with green or red salsa.
      $8.50
    • Huevos A La Mexicana

      Scrambled eggs mixed with tomatoes, onions, and jalapeños. Served with your choice of corn or flour tortillas.
      $8.50
    • Huevos Con Bistec

      Eggs With Steak
      $8.50
    • Huevos Con Chorizo

      Scrambled eggs mixed with chorizo. Served with choice of corn or flour tortillas.
      $8.50
    • Huevos Con Jamon

      Scrambled eggs mixed with diced ham, served with your choice of corn or flour tortillas.
      $8.50
    • Huevos Con Nopales

      Eggs with nopales, choice of corn or flour tortillas.
      $8.50
    • Huevos Rancheros

      Fried eggs on tortillas, choice of corn or flour, with tomato-chili sauce.
      $8.50
  • Caldos / Soups

    • Caldo De Pollo

      Chicken soup with rice and vegetables.
      $10.75
    • Caldo De Res

      Beef stew with rice and vegetables.
      $10.75
    • Menudo

      Beef tripe stew with peppers and spices.
      $14.00
    • Sopa Azteca

      Stew made with tortilla, cheese, avocado, onion, coriander eight species.
      $10.75
    • Pozole

      Traditional Mexican soup with hominy, choice of corn or flour tortillas on the side.
      $14.00
    • Caldo De Pescado

      Traditional fish soup, served with choice of corn or flour tortillas.
      $14.00
    • Mole De Olla

      Traditional Mexican broth with beef, corn, and green beans. Served with your choice of corn or flour tortillas.
      $14.00
  • Jugos Naturales / Natural Juice

    • Zanahoria

      Carrot
      $4.00
    • Mixto

      Carrot and Orange Mix
      $4.00
    • Naranja

      Orange.
      $4.00
  • Licuados / Shakes

    • Fresa

      Strawberry.
      $4.00
    • Choco Milk

      Chocolate.
      $4.00
    • Platano

      Banana.
      $4.00
  • Bebidas / Drinks

    Refrescos Mexicanos / Mexican drinks
    • Jarritos

      $3.00
    • Sangria

      Sangria in this context refers to a non-alcoholic Mexican soda, often infused with a blend of grape and cherry flavors, offering a mildly tart aftertaste.
      $3.00
    • Agua Mineral

      Mineral water.
      $3.00
    • Sidral

      Apple pop.
      $3.00
    • Coca Cola De Botella

      Coca cola bottle.
      $3.00
    • Sodas De Lata

      Can sodas.
      $1.75
  • Aguas Naturales / Fresh Water

    • Horchata

      Rice water.
      $3.25
    • Jamaica

      Sorrel.
      $3.25
  • Cafe / Coffee

    • Cafe Classico

      Traditional Mexican coffee, options in large or small sizes.
      $3.50
    • Cafe De Olla

      Traditional Mexican coffee steeped with cinnamon and piloncillo. Available in large or small sizes.
      $3.50
    • Chocolate Abuelita

      Traditional Mexican-style hot chocolate, available in large or small sizes.
      $3.50

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