Zapata Cantina Menu

801 Madison Ave, Covington, KY 41011
  • Non-alcoholic

    • Coke

      $2.75
    • Coke Zero

      $2.75
    • Mexican Coke

      $3.00
    • Diet Coke

      $2.75
    • Sprite

      $2.75
    • Topo Chico

      $2.75
    • Jarritos

      Ask for Grapefruit, Mandarin, Pineapple, Tamarind, strawberry, guava, lime, or Fruit Punch.
      $3.00
    • HOP WTR

      Sparkling water with hints of citrus and hops
      $3.50
  • Specialty Cocktails

    • Mexican Firing Squad

      Altos blanco tequila, lime, grapefruit, topo chico, jalapeno slices, tajin, and habanero bitters
      $11.00
    • Mezcal Mule

      Vago espadin mezcal, lime, ginger beer, agave nectar, and topo chico
      $11.00
    • Sweater Weather

      Mezcal, apple cider, grand marnier, cinnamon stick
      $12.00
    • Strawberry Habañero Margarita

      Tequila, habeñeros, lime, strawberry puree
      $10.00
    • Buttered Pecan Old Fashioned

      Bourbon with a homemade buttered pecan syrup
      $12.00
    • Tequila Horchata

      Almond milki, Amaretto, Espolon Blanco tequila, cinnamon
      $12.00
    • El Pomelo

      Jameson Orange, Mexican Coke, grapefruit soda, grapefruit splash
      $10.00
    • My Place

      Altos Blanco Tequila, lime, Cointreau, and cranberry juice
      $12.00
  • Rotation Draft

    • Dos Equis Amber Especial

      A classic Vienna-style lager with a full body and a smooth finish. (4.7 abv)
      $7.00
    • Sam Adams Oktoberfest

      Marzen (5.3 abv)
      $6.00
    • Rhinegeist Cincy Light

      a refreshingly crisp lager brewed in partnership with Cincy Reigns benefitting student-athletes. (4.2 abv)
      $7.00
    • Pacifico

      A pilsner-style lager with a crisp, refreshing flavor and a touch of grass-citrus and ocean mist.
      $7.00
    • Rhinegeist DAD

      Hoppy Holiday Ale (6%)
      $7.00
    • Madtree Seeing Colors

      Hazy IPA full of tropical, juicy flavors. (6.5)
      $7.00
    • Bells Two Hearted

      Pacific Northwest IPA (7%)
      $7.00
  • Tequila Blanco

    • Cazcabel Blanco

      Best enjoyed in classic margaritas, palomas, bloody marias, it's the ideal base for lighter flavoured cocktails.
    • 1800 Silver

      1800 Blanco is known almost exclusively for its super-smooth taste.
      $6.00
    • Herradura SIlver

      Herradura Silver owes its distinctly sweet taste of agave and subtle oak notes to resting for an impressive 45 days beyond the industry standard in American White Oak barrels.
      $11.00
    • Corazon Blanco

      Tempting, mellow and elegant agave flavor surrounded by a hint of cardomom and smokiness, subtle straw-like notes.
      $7.00
    • Hornitos Plata

      This silver tequila is smooth and bright in flavor
      $7.00
    • Mi Campo Blanco

      Double distilled, then fermented in open-air tanks, amid fragrant citrus trees, before resting for up to one month in the same French oak barrels used for aging Napa Valley Chardonnay, imparting an incredibly smooth taste.
      $7.00
    • Espolon Blanco

      Unaged and perfectly balanced
      $6.00
    • Casamigos Blanco

      Fruit forward with notes of vanilla and grapefruit.
      $10.00
    • Avion Silver

      Crisp and fruit forward, our unaged Avión Silver is perfect for cocktails or over ice.
      $10.00
    • Hermosa Blanco

      Characterized as extraordinarily smooth and inviting, delicate fresh floral aromas, followed by notes of bright crisp citrus, perfect balance of flavors and a pure fresh finish.
      $11.00
    • El Tesoro Blanco

      Sweet taste balanced with agave, white pepper and subtle green notes
      $11.00
    • Fortaleza Blanco

      Flavors include citrus, cooked agave, vanilla, basil, olive, and lime. The finish is long and deep, complex yet easy to drink. Fortaleza Blanco is a true aficionado’s tequila.
      $16.00
    • G4 Blanco

      Cooked agave, herbal and vegetal notes, black pepper but some butter and smoke smooth the whole profile out nicely
      $12.00
    • Comisario Blanco

      A soft, silky entry leads to a delicate, dryish light-to-medium body with dried apple, mineral, yellow pepper, and acacia honey flavors. Finishes with a long, elegant, gentle spicy fade. A superb sipping tequila.
      $11.00
    • Cantera Negra Blanco

      Spicy and peppery on the tongue and cheeks, but perfectly smooth on the back of the throat.
      $13.00
    • Cabo Wabo Blanco

      Colorless, but full of flavor. Enough spice to give a kick, but goes down so clean, you’ll want another.
      $10.00
    • Don Amado Rustico

      The minero clay-pot still is quite prevalent on the nose with aromatics leaning towards ash, crushed walnuts, roasted corn, and savory spices.
      $11.00
    • Aman Blanco

      Notes of sweetness from fresh fruits finishing with light sweet summer vanilla and roasted agave from Ixtlán Del Rio.
      $12.00
    • Don Julio Blanco

      crisp agave flavor and hints of citrus make it an essential component to a variety of innovative drinks including margaritas. It can also be enjoyed neat or on the rocks.
      $12.00
    • Mucha Liga Blanco

      Unaged, orange blossom and baking spice aromas. The agave flavors are mellow, balanced with creamy vanilla notes.
      $11.00
    • Patron Silver

      The perfect super premium white spirit made from the finest Weber Blue Agave.
      $11.00
    • Tres Generationes Plata

      Initial spiciness on a background of herbs and fresh agave. It is exceptionally well balanced with no bite or burn.
      $10.00
    • Teremana Blanco

      Notes of bright citrus with a smooth, fresh finish.
      $10.00
    • 123 Organic Tequila Blanco (Uno)

      Unaged and clean with intense aromas of fresh agave. Vibrant with lemon peel, black pepper, and minerals. Smooth as silk, with a slight sweet kick on a lengthy finish, which is so easy it's criminal.
      $10.00
    • Camarena Silver

      Notes of toasted agave, fresh green herbs and vibrant citrus. Soft and smooth on the palate with hints of sweet vanilla, savory brown spices, and black pepper with a warming finish.
      $6.00
    • La Adelita Blanco

      Pungent aromas of lime-juiced agave — tart, ripe, and sweet — lead to a zing of spiced vanilla bean on the tongue, with a warming effect that melts into a chocolate coating. The spirit finishes with a wet-stone sensation, followed by a settling sweetness.
      $13.00
    • Mijenta Blanco

      Aromatic, elegant and complex, with unfolding notes of cantaloupe, honey and cinnamon. An outstanding, generous and round finish.
      $12.00
    • Pasote Blanco

      Utterly clean and clear, with an exquisitely bright mouthfeel. Savory notes of intense agave balanced with flavors of pineapple on the mid-palate.
      $10.00
    • Corralejo Silver

      Tasting notes of agave and sweet spearmint
      $7.00
    • Casa Noble Blanco

      Perfect for sipping, our Blanco tequila is elegantly balanced and smooth, with a sweet agave presence and hint of citrus.
      $10.00
  • Wine

    • Robert Mondavi Merlot

      Bright, ripe black cherry and plum aromas with subtle notes of spice and chocolate.
      $8.00
    • Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon

      Cherry, blueberry, vanilla, perfect for pairing with steak
      $8.00
    • Angels Ink Pinot Noir

      fruit-forward with an integrated oak presence, the wine delights the palate with a crush of berry and vanilla.
      $8.00
    • Graffigna Malbec

      Structured and balanced, with ripe tannins and fresh acidity and toasted and finished notes vanilla. Deep and fruity, with ripe red fruits, sweet spices and a pinch of black pepper with a toasted touch accentuated thanks to its aging in oak barrels. Very versatile, this wine pairs well with lamb, roast meats, spicy food and chicken.
      $8.00
    • Josh Cellars Rose

      On the nose, expect fresh strawberries, white flowers, and stone fruits. In the glass, you’ll taste citrus, white peach, and strawberries. Pairs well with fresh summer berries, our camarones al chipotle, and ceviche.
      $10.00
    • Douglas Hill Chardonnay

      A light golden-colored Chardonnay, this wine has flavors of pear, green apple, lemon zest and hints of honeysuckle. With a soft finish and a touch of buttery oak, this wine is good all year round.
      $7.00
    • Poema Cava Brut

      Fresh, clean, citrus, mineral and Granny Smith apple aromas with toasted bread notes: a quintessential Cava. Pairs especially well with our pescado and del mar tacos.
      $8.00
    • Thousand Hills Sauvignon Blanc

      Delightful aromas of elderflower and honeysuckle are followed by minerality on the palate. Notes of gooseberry and honeydew melon a balanced finish which pairs well with spicy food.
      $8.00
    • Ca' Bolani Prosecco

      Pale straw yellow with bright tones. It shows a persistent, white foam with very fine, elegant perlage. Intense and pleasantly fruit, recalling peach aromas, as well as seductive hints of wisteria and Rennet apples. It boasts good persistence and freshness. This wine can accompany the entire meal when the menu consists of delicate dishes, right through to dessert.
      $8.00
  • Tequila Reposado

    • 1800 Reposado

      The palate is creamy and soft with a classic complement of caramel, vanilla, and baking spice.
      $7.00
    • Herradura Reposado

      Tequila Herradura introduced the world to Reposado in 1974 and has been setting the standard ever since.
      $12.00
    • Corazon Reposado

      Warm, expanding, long-lasting finish enriched by spicy, oaky notes.
      $8.00
    • Hornitos Reposado

      Aged for two months in large 10,000-gallon oak vats to ensure minimal contact with the wood, resulting in a more lively agave flavor than most wood-treated tequilas.
      $8.00
    • Mi Campo Reposado

      double distilled, then fermented in open-air tanks, amid fragrant citrus trees, resting for three months in the same French oak barrels used for aging Napa Valley Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon, imparting an incredibly smooth taste.
      $8.00
    • Espolon Reposado

      Delicate and complex
      $7.00
    • Casamigos Reposado

      Notes of dried fruits and spicy oak with a touch of sweet agave
      $11.00
    • Avion Reposado

      Luxuriously soft and rich with hints of vanilla, caramel, coconut and maple.
      $11.00
    • Hermosa Reposado

      Extraordinarily smooth and balanced, beautiful inviting fresh agave with a hint of oak.
      $13.00
    • El Tesoro Reposado

      Robust blend of oak and agave with smoke and pepper
      $12.00
    • Comisario Reposado

      Cooked agave, medium to full body with anise cookie, herb and grilled pepper accents. Finishes with a long spicy sweet buckwheat honey fade.
      $12.00
    • Cantera Negra Reposado

      Refined notes of roasted agave, oak, vanilla, and a hint of citrus in background
      $15.00
    • Cabo Wabo Reposado

      Gold in color, with a scent of citrus. A bit of fruit and spicy pepper that hangs around after each sip.
      $12.00
    • Milagro Select Reposado

      Vanilla, Caramel, All Spice and Oak with a Balanced, Dry Finish
      $14.00
    • Don Julio Reposado

      Incredibly soft and elegant hints of dark chocolate, vanilla and light cinnamon
      $13.00
    • Mucha Ligo Reposado

      Stewed agave, ginger and spice. A pleasant oak and mild smoke on the finish balances the sweetness.
      $13.00
    • Cazadores Reposado

      Tasting notes include woody, vanilla, tropical fruits
      $12.00
    • Tequila Adictivo Reposado

      bright straw color with golden sparkles, with a soft and prolonged flavor and aromas of wood and cooked agave
      $11.00
    • Patron Reposado

      Aged at least four months for smooth, ultra-premium taste with a hint of oak flavor.
      $13.00
    • Tres Generaciones Reposado

      Initial spiciness, with toasted oak, on a background of herbs and fresh agave
      $11.00
    • Casa Mexico Reposado

      The sweet and subtle ginger notes, followed by a slight oak finish and hints of cinnamon, delightfully awaken your palate.
      $10.00
    • Teremana Reposado

      Notes of oak and vanilla with a smooth, rich finish.
      $11.00
    • 123 Organic Tequila Reposado (Dos)

      Aged 6 months in oak, which gives it a very light color and no real hint of wood. Salted caramel, crème brûlée, and toffee notes. There's agave on the nose, but it quickly dissipates as you head for a light dessert course, complete with minty anise finish. Most complex tequila in the lineup.
      $13.00
    • Camarena Reposado

      Aged in oak barrels for 60 days. Soft and smooth on the palate imparting flavors of vanilla and caramel onto Camarena’s natural agave sweetness and notes of soft spice.
      $8.00
    • Mijenta Reposado

      Aged up to 6 months in a blend of American white oak, French oak, and French acacia casks presenting a more mature and fuller expression with a long finish on the palate.
      $15.00
    • Pasote Reposado

      Lusciously supple and warming, this agave tequila is rich with succulent flavors, thanks to barrel aging in American oak. Sweet flavors of light caramel and dried fruits lead to subtle notes of vanilla and roasted nuts.
      $11.00
    • Corralejo Reposado

      Tasting notes of lemon-lime, peppercorn, honey, oak, and agave.
      $7.00
    • Casa Noble Reposado

      Filled with character, our Reposado tequila is aged in French Oak Barrels, resulting in a wide variety of beautiful aromas.
      $12.00
  • Tequila Anejo

    • 1800 Anejo

      A spicy amber spirit with bold flavor and a well-rounded finish
      $8.00
    • Corazon Anejo

      A round, supple attack leads to a medium to full bodied taste with rich caramel.
      $9.00
    • Corazon Extra Anejo

      The extra anejo has a slight bourbon flavor. Good for sipping.
      $10.00
    • Espolon Anejo

      Disarmingly elegant
      $9.00
    • Casamigos Anejo

      Perfect balance of sweetness from the Blue Weber agaves layered with hints of spice and barrel oak.
      $12.00
    • Hermosa Anejo

      Extraordinarily well rounded, beautifully aged, oak and vanilla highlights. Sensuous and complex with a velvety smooth finish.
      $15.00
    • El Tesoro Anejo

      Sweet agave balanced with pepper, oak and floral tones
      $14.00
    • Comisario Anejo

      A supple, silky entry to a dry-yet-fruity, medium to full body with grilled pepper, mineral and mocha accents. Finishes with a long, cocoa and pepper spice fade with a balanced warmth.
      $13.00
    • Cantera Negra Extra Anejo

      Rich and buttery smooth from start to finish, this very special Tequila offers notes of chocolate and coffee.
      $25.00
    • Casa Maestri Anejo

      The carefully aged tequila harmonizes the distinct flavors of vanilla, caramel, and a delicate sweetness, which are complemented by the subtle presence of oak and spices.
      $23.00
    • Milagro Select Anejo

      Maple, Chocolate, Vanilla and Deep Oak Tones with a Spicy, Dry Finish
      $16.00
    • Don Julio Anejo

      Full-bodied and complex with expressions of cooked agave, wild honey and oak-infused butterscotch
      $14.00
    • Don Julio

      Full-bodied and complex with expressions of cooked agave, wild honey and oak-infused butterscotch
      $14.00
    • Mucha Ligo Anejo

      Made from agave grown in nutrient rich soil of La Cienega, the sweet with undertones of cocoa and clove.
      $15.00
    • Patron Anejo

      Oak aged for over 12 months to produce a tequila perfect for sipping.
      $15.00
    • Tres Generaciones Anejo

      Full and balanced. Starts with brown sugar, fades soft oak and clean agave
      $12.00
    • Casa Mexico Anejo

      Tequila aficionados appreciate the initial caramel notes and subsequent smooth American oak flavors that are produced by this uniquely nuanced spirit.
      $12.00
    • 123 Organic Tequila Anejo (Tres)

      After eighteen months in oak, Tres' wood character is more prominent, and on first blush it is heady on the nose with tannin and wood oil notes. This fades after time in the glass, revealing richer versions of those characteristics in the Reposado: caramel and some chocolate notes. A lovely anejo, it really opens up when you give it time.
      $16.00
    • Camarena Reposado

      Aged in oak barrels for 60 days. Soft and smooth on the palate imparting flavors of vanilla and caramel onto Camarena’s natural agave sweetness and notes of soft spice.
      $7.00
    • Camarena Anejo

      Pronounced aromas of toasted oak, nutmeg, baked apple and citrus with flavors of roasted sweet potato, rich vanilla and caramel – a smooth finish.
      $8.00
    • Pasote Anejo

      The experience begins with a decadently rich mouthfeel that’s velvety smooth. Long barrel aging mellows the character of the roasted agave, bringing out hints of cooked caramel, dried fruits, and coffee for a finely nuanced complexity.
      $13.00
    • Casa Noble Anejo

      Remarkably complex, our Añejo tequila is an elegant and aromatic expression, created with both patience and extreme attention to detail.
      $13.00
  • Food

    • Breakfast Burrito

      A hearty, protien packed meal complete with scrambled egg, bacon, potatoes, sour cream, and a rich, smoky, guajillo salsa | Huevos revultos, papa, crema agria, salsa guajillo y tocino.
      $7.00
    • Burrito Loco

      This burrito is bursting at the seams with shrimp, beef, chicken, rice, guacamole, pico de gallo and jalapeno sauce for a fresh and satisfying brunch.| Camaron, came, pollo, arroz, guacamole, pico de gallo y salsa de jalapeno.
      $11.00
    • Burrito Mexico

      A classic for a reason. Steak, salsa, guacamole and sour cream. | Carne asada, pico de gallo, guacamole y crema agria.
      $9.00
    • Burrito Mazatlan

      A spicy and fresh burrito featuring shrimp, rice, jalapeno sauce and pice de gallo. | Camaron, arroz, salsa de jalapeno y pico de gallo.
      $10.00
    • Burrito California

      A west coast classic, with shredded chicken, potatoes, guacamole and pico de gallo | Pollo deshebrado, papa, guacamole y pico de gallo.
      $9.00
    • Mexican Bowl

      A hot spinach and arugula salad with rice, black beans, onions, pineapple, poblano peppers, tortilla chips, shredded queso, and a balsamic vinaigrette. Comes with choice of protien for 3$. (chicken, beef, pork ,shrimp)
      $12.00
  • Dinner Specials

    • Enchiladas Rancheras

      Four rolled corn tortillas filled with a choice of chicken or cheese, then baked with chihuahua cheese and smothered in a choice of red or green salsa.
      $18.00
  • Small Plates / Antojitos

    • Flautas

      Shredded chicken wrapped in corn tortillas and topped with crema, tomato, queso fresco, and shredded lettuce.
      $12.00
    • Ceviche

      Mahi-Mahi in fresh lime juice and mixed with pico de gallo
      $14.00
    • Yuca Fries

      Sliced and fried yuca root, topped with crumbled queso fresco and cilantro, served with a side of queso blanco.
      $9.00
    • Mexican Chicken Wings

      Six fried or baked chicken wings, tossed in either a rich chipotle or light habanero sauce
      $9.00
    • Quesadilla Poblano

      12" flour tortilla filled with melted mozarella cheese and a choice of protien, garnished with cilantro, and served with sour cream and house salsa
      $14.00
  • Sides

    • Elote

      A small bowl of mexican street corn, topped with crumbled queso and tajin
      $6.00
    • Chiles Toreados

      Flame charred jalapenos
      $3.00
    • Black Beans

      A small bowl of black beans topped with crema and crumbled queso
      $3.00
    • Cilantro-Lime Rice

      served in a small bowl
      $3.00
  • Desserts

    • Flan

      A baked custard dessert topped with caramel and a mint sprig
      $8.00
  • Appetizers / Aperitivos

    • Chips And Guacamole

      Made fresh daily, avacodos are mashed with onion, tomato, jalapeno, cilantro and lime. Served with tortilla chips.
      $10.00
    • Salsa Sampler

      Three of our famous salsas served with tortilla chips, an approachable house jalapeno salsa, a mild verde tomatillo salsa, and a fiery home-grown habenero salsa.
      $8.00
    • Queso Fundido

      Melted blend of Chihuahua and Oaxacan cheese, topped with chorizo and tajin, and served with tortilla chips.
      $12.00
    • Queso Blanco

      Creamy american-style white queso served with tortilla chips.
      $12.00
    • Bruschetta De Camarones

      Five slices of bolillo bread spread with poblano salsa, topped with diced shrimp, pickled onions, and crumbled queso fresco. Served on a board.
      $10.00
    • Chicharrones

      Crispy fried pork rinds served sizzling with a side of guacamole
      $8.00
  • Salads / Ensaladas

    • Mexican Bowl

      A spinach salad with rice, black beans, jicama, onions, poblano peppers, pineapple, tortilla chips, and shredded cheese. Served with a balsamic venaigrette.
      $12.00
  • Tacos

    • Al Pastor

      Marinated pork, onion, pineapple, and cilantro
      $5.99
    • Campechano

      Grilled steak and chorizo, with black beans, onions, radishes, and cilantro
      $5.99
    • Emiliano

      Shredded chicken with guacamole, tomato, crema, and cilantro
      $5.99
    • Calle Ocho

      Oven roasted pork belly in a verde salsa, topped with lettuce and queso fresco
      $5.99
    • Pescado

      Breaded and fried mahi mahi with cabbage, pickled onions, crema, and cilantro
      $5.99
    • Del Mar

      Tempura shrimp glazed in a chipotle pecan honey, topped with cabbage and a cilantro crema
      $5.99
    • Zapata

      Mushrooms, zucchini, black beans, roasted peppers and onions, topped with radishes and cilantro
      $5.99
    • Alejandro

      Hibiscus flower, cilantro-lime rice, guacamole, topped with cabbage and cilantro
      $5.99
    • Carnitas

      Traditional Mexican pork slow cooked with a blend of herbs, then shredded in a mulato pepper sauce, and topped with pico de gallo.
      $5.66
    • Carne Asada

      Tender steak topped with cilantro, onion, and salsa verde
      $5.66
  • Tacos Gringos

    • Firecracker Shrimp

      Sauteed in a honey chipotle salsa and topped with cabbage
      $6.00
    • Brussel Sprouts

      Seasoned and roasted brussel sprouts in a cilantro crema, topped with cabbage
      $6.00
    • Chorizo

      Chorizo topped with lettuce, sour cream, and crumbled cheese
      $6.00
    • Deshebrada

      Shredded beef with pickled onions, lettuce, and shredded cheese.
      $6.00

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