Bottles line the walls at this high-end Mexican eatery known for its extensive tequila collection.
The best place in San Diego to enjoy authentic Mexican Cuisine is El Agave Restaurant and Tequileria, located within our Tequila Museum where you can try over 2000 different tequilas. It is the perfect setting to experience the true flavor of Mexico. If you are looking for a great place for a business lunch, romantic dinner or just to enjoy a fine Tequila with friends or someone special, we are ready to serve you. Do not just go out to an ordinary restaurant, join us for a unique experience
4.5 – 1 reviews $$ • Mexican restaurant
Menu
| Lunch Menu – Appetizers | |
| Pork Belly Sliders Three chiles adobo pork belly with red onion, avocado, mixed lettuce and habanero aioli served on brioche bun. |
$19.00 |
| Cazuela De Borrego Oaxacan style 8 hour slow cooked lamb with black beans, cilantro and salsa borrach |
$26.00 |
| Quesadillas De Flor De Calabaza Homemade poblano pepper corn dough quesadillas stuffed with Mexican cheese and squash blossom |
$12.00 |
| Sopecitos Surtidos Homemade soft flat tortilla shells topped with black beans and salsa verde, one with shredded chicken, another with homemade chorizo and a third with shrimp in chipotle sauce. Topped with fresh lettuce and Mexican cream. |
$12.00 |
| Tlacoyos De Huitlacoche Savory corn masa cakes with corn truffle, salsa verde, queso fresco, onion and cilantro |
$16.00 |
| Chilaquiles Tomatillo green sauce or habanero chili, red sauce, onions, cheese, sour cream, cilantro, served with black beans. |
$13.00 |
| Lunch Menu – Enchiladas | |
| Enchiladas Verdes Tender chicken enchiladas in the traditional tomatillo sauce, under fresh cheese, onions and cilantro, served with black beans. |
$14.00 |
| Enchiladas Rojas Chicken enchiladas in a red Mexican sauce, layered with cream and cheese, served with black bean |
$14.00 |
| Enchiladas En Mole Negro Shredded pork enchiladas topped with the traditional Oaxacan black mole. |
$16.00 |
| Enchiladas De Mole Poblano D Julio Chicken enchiladas in our famous Mole Poblano made from scratch with chile pasilla, ancho, mulato and other goodies. Served with Agave rice. |
$16.00 |
| Enchilada De Mole Verde Shredded pork enchiladas in our outstanding mole verde sauce, served with black beans. |
$14.00 |
| Enchiladas Vegetarianas Corn tortillas stuffed with sautéed mushrooms, carrots, zucchini, squash, served with Agave rice and your choice of any of our delicious moles |
$14.00 |
| Lunch Menu – Soups and Salads | |
| Sopa De Cilantro A delicate soup of fresh cilantro, cream and spice. |
$11.00 |
| Caldo Xochitl Chicken soup with zucchini, carrots and tomato |
$10.00 |
| Crema De Chile Poblano Creamy chile poblano and huitlacoche blended and enhanced with our species |
$14.00 |
| Sopa De Tortilla Traditional “Azteca” soup infused with flavor of pasilla chili, layered with tortilla strips, shredded chicken, manchego cheese, sour cream and avocado. |
$11.00 |
| Ensalada Caesar | $12.00 |
| Ensalada De Nopal Cactus paddle salad with freshly diced tomato, cilantro, onion, oregano, avocado, Mexican cheese and olive oil. |
$12.00 |
| Ensalada Del Huerto Baby mixed greens tossed with red and gold beets, pistachios, figs, cherry tomato, goat cheese and pomegranate dressing. |
$12.00 |
| Lunch Menu – Seafood | |
| Tostada De Atun Homemade poblano pepper corn tostada, topped with fresh ahi tuna, onions, crisp cabbage, avocado cream and sesame habanero chili o |
$11.00 |
| Ceviche Trio Three different ceviches, one: octopus and shrimp flavored with herbs and a touch of morita sauce, second: ahi tuna with red onion, cucumber in black sauce, third: white fish cooked in fresh lime juice with chile serrano and cucumber. |
$16.00 |
| Aguachile De Camaron (Verde) Raw shrimp, cooked in fresh lime juice, with chile serrano, tomatillo, cilantro and cucumber |
$16.00 |
| Lunch Menu – Entrees | |
| Salmon Cholula Baked salmon topped with a chile poblano sauce, served with Agave rice |
$19.00 |
| Pulpo A Las Brasas Grilled tender octopus marinated with garlic, paprika and fresh herbs, served on avocado and potato puree, drizzled with sundried chili oil. |
$21.00 |
| Arrachera Tampiqueña Grilled tender flat fillet with poblano chili strips, guacamole, black beans and red enchiliada |
$21.00 |
| Chile Relleno Poblano pepper stuffed with filet mignon chunks, peach, apple, almonds, peanuts and raisins, topped with Oaxaca cheese sauce |
$20.00 |
| Lunch Menu – Gourmet Tacos and Burritos | |
| Tacos Al Pastor (3) Pork meat marinated in chile guajillo, pineapple, cilantro and onions. |
$14.00 |
| Tacos De Carnitas (3) Tender roasted pork “Michoacan style” served over homemade tortillas and garnished with a tasty pico de gallo sauce. |
$14.00 |
| Tacos Gobernador (3) Grilled shrimp tacos, accompanied by pico de gallo and melted Oaxaca cheese. |
$16.00 |
| Tacos De Cochinita Pibil (3) Cochinita pibil tacos topped with habanero chili cream |
$14.00 |
| Tacos De Arrachera (3) Carne asada taco with onions and cilantro served with guacamole |
$14.00 |
| Burrito De Filete Y Ave Tomato tortilla stuffed with Filet Mignon and poultry marinated in a citrus sauce |
$17.00 |
| Tacos De Pescado (3) Grilled local Seabass with adobo sauce, cabbage, beets and cream. |
$15.00 |
| Tacos De Camaron Enchilado (3) Shrimp chunks sautéed in garlic, arbol chili, cheese and a touch of mustard. |
$16.00 |
| Burrito De Camaron Florentina Shrimp sautéed in butter, garlic, spinach, red pepper and Manchego cheese. |
$16.00 |
| Agave Veggie Tacos (3) Roasted Oaxaca cheese, mushrooms, poblano pepper, spinach grilled with olive oil. |
$14.00 |
| Burrito Vegetariano Grilled mushroom, Italian squash, spinach and Manchego cheese |
$14.00 |
| Burrito California Carne asada, french fries, guacamole, cheese and sour cream. |
$16.00 |
| Lunch Menu – Sides | |
| Black Beans Small Side |
$4.00 |
| House Salad | $4.00 |
| Agave Rice Small side |
$4.00 |
| Pico De Gallo | $4.00 |
| Guacamole | $15.00 |
| Lunch Menu – Extras | |
| Chips Small 2 Lb Bag | $6.00 |
| Agave Rice 1 Qt | $16.00 |
| Black Beans 1 Qt | $16.00 |
| Salsa Verde O Roja 8 Oz | $12.00 |
| Lunch Menu – Kids Menu | |
| Chicken Quesadilla | $12.00 |
| Quesadilla | $12.00 |
| Chicken Nuggets With French Fries | $12.00 |
| Bean And Cheese Burrito | $12.00 |
| Lunch Menu – Desserts | |
| Flan De Cajeta Traditional custard made with 100% goat milk, caramel, topped with fresh berries |
$10.00 |
| Churros Old country style churros served with authentic goat milk carame |
$10.00 |
| Apple Cranberry Crumble Gluten free shortbread cookie dough with diced apples and cranberries crumble, with salted caramel. |
$10.00 |
| Ny Style Cheesecake Graham cracker crust cheesecake with vanilla chantill |
$10.00 |
| Chocolate Trilogy Dark and white chocolate mousse with a vanilla chantilly |
$10.00 |
| Menu – Family Meals | |
| Carnitas For 4. Tender roasted pork “Michoacan style”. Includes Agave rice, black beans and tortillas. |
$59.00 |
| Cochinita Pibil For 4. Stewed shredded pork, smothered in Yucatan “achiote” sauce. Served with red onion habanero relish. Includes Agave rice, black beans and tortillas. |
$59.00 |
| Menu – Appetizers and Enchiladas | |
| Sopes De Chorizo Homemade flat soft torilla shells with black beans, chorizo, topped with lettuce and Mexican cream. |
$12.00 |
| Sopes De Pollo Homemade flat soft tortilla shells with black beans, shredded chicken, topped with lettuce and Mexican cream. |
$12.00 |
| Chilaquiles Rojos O Verdes Tomatillo green sauce or habanero chili red sauce, onions, cheese, sour cream and cilantro served with black beans. |
$13.00 |
| Enchiladas De Mole Poblano Don Julio Chicken enchiladas with our famous mole poblano made from scratch. Served with Agave rice |
$14.00 |
| Enchiladas En Mole Negro Shredded pork enchiladas topped with the traditional Oaxacan black mole. Served with Agave rice. |
$14.00 |
| Enchiladas Verdes Tender chicken enchiladas in the traditional tomatillo sauce, under fresh cheese, onions and cilantro served with black beans. |
$14.00 |
| Menu – Soups and Salads | |
| Ensalada Caesar The authentic repice from Tijuana. |
$12.00 |
| Ensalada Huerto Baby mixed greens tossed with red and gold beets, pistachios, figs, cherry tomatoes, goat cheese and red berry dressing. |
$12.00 |
| Sopa De Cilantro A delicate soup of fresh cilantro, cream and spice |
$11.00 |
| Sopa De Cilantro A delicate soup of fresh cilantro, cream and spice. |
$11.00 |
| Caldo Xochitl Chicken soup with zucchini, carrots and tomato |
$10.00 |
| Crema De Chile Poblano Creamy chile poblano and huitlacoche blended and enhanced with our species |
$14.00 |
| Sopa De Tortilla Traditional “Azteca” soup infused with flavor of pasilla chili, layered with tortilla strips, shredded chicken, manchego cheese, sour cream and avocado. |
$11.00 |
| Ensalada Caesar | $12.00 |
| Ensalada De Nopal Cactus paddle salad with freshly diced tomato, cilantro, onion, oregano, avocado, Mexican cheese and olive oil. |
$12.00 |
| Ensalada Del Huerto Baby mixed greens tossed with red and gold beets, pistachios, figs, cherry tomato, goat cheese and pomegranate dressing. |
$12.00 |
| Menu – Seafood | |
| Aguachile De Camaron Verde Raw shrimp, cooked in fresh lime juice with chile serrano, tomatillo, cilantro and cucumber |
$16.00 |
| Tostada De Atun Homemade poblano pepper corn tostada, topped with fresh ahi tuna, onions, crisp cabbage, avocado cream and sesame habanero chili oil. |
$8.00 |
| Pulpo A Las Brasas Grilled tender octopus marinated with garlic, paprika and fresh herbs, served on avocado and potato puree, drizzeled with sundried chili oil. |
$19.00 |
| Tostada De Atun Homemade poblano pepper corn tostada, topped with fresh ahi tuna, onions, crisp cabbage, avocado cream and sesame habanero chili o |
$11.00 |
| Ceviche Trio Three different ceviches, one: octopus and shrimp flavored with herbs and a touch of morita sauce, second: ahi tuna with red onion, cucumber in black sauce, third: white fish cooked in fresh lime juice with chile serrano and cucumber. |
$16.00 |
| Aguachile De Camaron (Verde) Raw shrimp, cooked in fresh lime juice, with chile serrano, tomatillo, cilantro and cucumber |
$16.00 |
| Menu – Gourmet Tacos and Burritos | |
| Tacos De Carnitas (3 Pcs) Tender roasted pork “Michoacan Style” served over homemade tortillas and garnished with a tasty pico de gallo sauce. |
$12.00 |
| Tacos De Cochinita Pibil Cochinita pibil tacos topped with habanero chili cream. |
$13.00 |
| Tacos De Rib Eye (3 Pcs) Grilled Rib-eye tacos with a sweet touch of caramelized onion, topped with a delicious avocado cream, cilantro, pesto and sesame. Complemented with a side of vegetables and beans. |
$23.00 |
| Tacos De Camaron (3 Pcs) Two jumbo shrimp in a garlic and butter sauce, roasted chile de árbol, served over two homemade tortillas and topped with avocado, pico de gallo and a side of rice. |
$23.00 |
| Tacos Vegetarianos (3 Pcs) Roasted Oaxaca cheese, mushrooms, poblano pepper, and spinach grilled with olive oil. |
$12.00 |
| Burrito De Filete Y Ave Tomato tortilla stuffed with filet mignon and poultry marinated in a citrus sauce. |
$14.00 |
| Burrito De Camaron Shrimp sauteed in butter, garlic, spinach, red pepper, and manchego cheese. |
$14.00 |
| Burrito California Tortilla stuffed with carne asada, french fries, guacamole, cheese and sour cream. |
$14.00 |
| Tacos Al Pastor (3) Pork meat marinated in chile guajillo, pineapple, cilantro and onions. |
$14.00 |
| Tacos De Carnitas (3) Tender roasted pork “Michoacan style” served over homemade tortillas and garnished with a tasty pico de gallo sauce. |
$14.00 |
| Tacos Gobernador (3) Grilled shrimp tacos, accompanied by pico de gallo and melted Oaxaca cheese. |
$16.00 |
| Tacos De Cochinita Pibil (3) Cochinita pibil tacos topped with habanero chili cream |
$14.00 |
| Tacos De Arrachera (3) Carne asada taco with onions and cilantro served with guacamole |
$14.00 |
| Burrito De Filete Y Ave Tomato tortilla stuffed with Filet Mignon and poultry marinated in a citrus sauce |
$17.00 |
| Tacos De Pescado (3) Grilled local Seabass with adobo sauce, cabbage, beets and cream. |
$15.00 |
| Tacos De Camaron Enchilado (3) Shrimp chunks sautéed in garlic, arbol chili, cheese and a touch of mustard. |
$16.00 |
| Burrito De Camaron Florentina Shrimp sautéed in butter, garlic, spinach, red pepper and Manchego cheese. |
$16.00 |
| Agave Veggie Tacos (3) Roasted Oaxaca cheese, mushrooms, poblano pepper, spinach grilled with olive oil. |
$14.00 |
| Burrito Vegetariano Grilled mushroom, Italian squash, spinach and Manchego cheese |
$14.00 |
| Burrito California Carne asada, french fries, guacamole, cheese and sour cream. |
$16.00 |
| Menu – El Agave Favorites | |
| Short Rib Poblano Tender short rib braised in our signature spices, on a bed of creamy risotto with poblano chili, corn, squash blossom, cheese and beef juice. |
$29.00 |
| Arroz A La Tumbada A traditional dish from Veracruz. Mixed seafood (shrimp, octopus, squid and seabass) sauteed with parboiled rice and delicate tomato, butter, garlic and white sauce, garnished with aromatic herbs |
$29.00 |
| Mole Poblano Don Julio The soul of Mexican moles, made from scratch, served over pork or chicken with Agave rice. |
$24.00 |
| Mole Negro From Oaxaca with four different chilis; pasilla, mulato, ancho and chipotle; peanuts, almonds, walnuts, and more. Served over chicken or pork. |
$24.00 |
| Tampiquena Grilled tender Angus fillet with poblano chili strips and guacamole. Side of black beans and mole enchiladas. |
$34.00 |
| Dinner Menu – APPETIZERS | |
| Pork Belly Sliders Three chiles adobo pork belly with red onion, avocado, mixed lettuce and habanero aioli served on brioche bun. |
$21.00 |
| Duck Burritos Two Duck Margret flour tortilla burritos with caramelized onion, raisins, mixed nuts, romaine lettuce, in a serrano peppers and Jamaica adobo. |
$26.00 |
| Cazuela De Borrego Oaxacan style 8 hour slow cooked lamb with black beans, cilantro and salsa borracha. |
$30.00 |
| Quesadillas De Flor De Calabaza Homemade poblano pepper corn dough quesadillas stuffed with mexican cheese and squash blossom. |
$14.00 |
| Tlacoyos De Huitlacoche Savory corn masa cakes with corn truffle, salsa verde, queso fresco, onion and cilantro |
$16.00 |
| Coliflor Jimena Grilled cauliflower, sautéed in citric sauce with chipotle and corn aioli. |
$14.00 |
| Chalupas De Camaron Two chalupas made of corn masa, topped with shrimp, diced tomato, cilantro and fresh mexican cheese crumbles finished with a touch of mexican cream. |
$20.00 |
| Aguachile Verde De Camaron Raw shrimp cooked in fresh lime juice with chile serrano, tomatillo, cilantro and cucumber. |
$20.00 |
| Tostada Ahi Tuna | $12.00 |
| Sopecitos Surtidos Homemade soft flat tortilla shells topped with black beans and salsa verde, one with shredded chicken, another with homemade chorizo and a third with shrimp in chipotle sauce. Topped with fresh lettuce and mexican cream. |
$16.00 |
| Ceviche Trio Three different ceviches, first: octopus and shrimp flavored with herbs and a touch of morita sauce, second: ahi tuna with red onion, cucumber in our black sauce and sesame seeds, third: verde ceviche, white fish cooked in fresh lime with chile serrano and cucumber. |
$20.00 |
| Pulpo A Las Brasas Grilled tender octopus marinated with garlic, paprika and fresh herbs, served on a bed of fresh avocado and potato puree, drizzled with sundried chili oil. |
$24.00 |
| Dinner Menu – SOUPS AND SALADS | |
| Sopa De Cilantro From El Portal Restaurant (in Mexico City). Fresh cilantro soup enhanced with our spices. |
$14.00 |
| Crema De Chile Poblano Creamy chile poblano and huitlacoche blended and enhanced with our spices. |
$14.00 |
| Ensalada Del Huerto Baby mixed greens tossed with red and gold beets, pistachio, figs, cherry tomatoes, goat cheese and berry dressing. |
$14.00 |
| Ensalada De Nopal Nopal (cactus paddle) salad with chopped tomato, cilantro, onion, oregano, avocado and olive oil. |
$14.00 |
| Ensalada Caesar The authentic recipe from Tijuana |
$14.00 |
| Dinner Menu – Moles | |
| Mole Negro From Oaxaca with four different chilis: pasilla, mulato, ancho and chipotle; tortilla, deep fried banana, nuts, raisins, tomato, tomatillo, celery, and more. Served over chicken or pork. |
$28.00 |
| Mole Poblano Don J The soul of mexican moles, made from scratch with pasilla, ancho and mulato chilis, tomatillo, clove, chocolate, garlic, cinnamon, coriander seed, and more. Served over pork or chicken with Agave style rice |
$30.00 |
| Trilogia De Moles Three moles, verde, rojo and amarillo served with pumpkin seeds and garlic garnished with fried plantains and Agave rice. Served with chicken or pork. |
$30.00 |
| Enchilada De Mole Rojo Made from pasilla, ancho and guajillo chilis, pepper and more. Served over chicken or pork with a side of black beans. |
$28.00 |
| Enchilada De Mole Verde From Oaxaca, “tomatillo” and serrano chilis, “epazote” herb, “hierba santa” and other delicious ingredients. Served over chicken or pork with a side of black beans. |
$28.00 |
| Spaghetti Al Mole Spaghetti in a Oaxacan mole verde sauce served with a combination of kidney beans, chipotle sauce, soy chorizo and fresh cheese |
$28.00 |
| Dinner Menu – SEAFOOD | |
| Taco De Camaron Jumbo shrimp in a garlic and butter sauce, roasted chile de árbol, served over three homemade tortillas and topped with pico de gallo. |
$24.00 |
| Camaron Al T3quila Jumbo shrimp sautéed with extra virgin olive oil, julienne serrano peppers, fresh lime and lemon juice, flambé with t3quila and reduced with touch of cream. Served with black beans and Agave rice. |
$35.00 |
| Arroz A La Tumbada A traditional dish from Veracruz. Mixed seafood (shrimp, octopus, squid and seabass) sautéed with parboiled rice and delicate tomato butter, garlic and white wine sauce garnished with aromatic herbs. |
$30.00 |
| Salmon Natas Fresh Salmon, pan seared served over a bed of mole rojo, mashed potatoes and vegetables finished with a red natas mole and touch of cream. |
$34.00 |
| Tacos De Pescado Delicious pasilla chili and achiote marinated fresh catch of the day, topped with pico de gallo, cabbage and avocado cream |
$25.00 |
| Seabass Ajo Y Achiote Fresh sea bass laid on a bed of potato puree in a superb garlic-chipotle sauce, made to the order. A true wonder of the Mayan cuisine. |
$38.00 |
| Tacos De Calamar Fried Baby Squid, chickpea puree, Chipotle and Habanero chilli oil. |
$25.00 |
| Dinner Menu – Meats | |
| Tacos De Ribeye (3) Grilled rib-eye tacos with a sweet touch of caramelized onion, topped with a delicious avocado cream. |
$25.00 |
| Tacos De Carnitas (3) Braised till tender pork tacos, topped with pico de gallo and avocado cream. |
$24.00 |
| Cochinita Pibil Stewed shredded pork, smothered in Yucatan “achiote” sauce. Served with red onion habanero relish. |
$25.00 |
| El Agave Chile Relleno Poblano pepper stuffed with filet mignon chunks, peach, apple, almonds, peanuts and raisins. Topped with Oaxaca cheese sauce. |
$28.00 |
| Short Rib Poblano Tender short rib braised in our signature spices on a bed of creamy risotto with poblano chili, corn, squash blossom, Ramonetti cheese from Ensenda, B.C. and beef juice |
$30.00 |
| Filete Chipotle Grilled mignon on a tortilla covered with melted Manchego cheese and chipotle sauce. Served with potatoes, corn and vegetables |
$40.00 |
| Medallones Mar Y Tierra Filet mignon medallions and jumbo shrimp, served with an exotic blend of spices from the Gulf of Mexico, made up of grilled onions, garlic and “hoja santa”, served with our grilled nopal (cactus paddle) julienne. |
$40.00 |
| Dinner Menu – Desserts | |
| Flan De Cajeta Traditional custard made with 100% goat milk, caramel, topped with fresh berries |
$10.00 |
| Churros Old country style churros served with authentic goat milk carame |
$10.00 |
| Apple Cranberry Crumble Gluten free shortbread cookie dough with diced apples and cranberries crumble, with salted caramel. |
$10.00 |
| Ny Style Cheesecake Graham cracker crust cheesecake with vanilla chantill |
$10.00 |
| Chocolate Trilogy Dark and white chocolate mousse with a vanilla chantilly |
$10.00 |
| Dinner Menu – Kids Menu | |
| Chicken Quesadilla | $12.00 |
| Quesadilla | $12.00 |
| Chicken Nuggets With French Fries | $12.00 |
| Bean And Cheese Burrito | $12.00 |
| Dinner Menu – Extras | |
| Chips Small 2 Lb Bag | $6.00 |
| Agave Rice 1 Qt | $16.00 |
| Black Beans 1 Qt | $16.00 |
| Salsa Verde O Roja 8 Oz | $12.00 |
| Dinner Menu – Sides | |
| Black Beans Small Side |
$4.00 |
| House Salad | $4.00 |
| Agave Rice Small side |
$4.00 |
| Pico De Gallo | $4.00 |
| Guacamole | $15.00 |
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Contact El Agave Restaurant & Tequileria
Address: 2304 San Diego Ave # B, San Diego, CA 92110
Phone: (619) 220-0692
Website: http://www.elagave.com/
Hours
| Wednesday | 11:30AM–9:30PM |
| Thursday | 11:30AM–9:30PM |
| Friday | 11AM–10PM |
| Saturday | 11AM–10PM |
| Sunday | 11AM–10PM |
| Monday | 11:30AM–9:30PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30AM–9:30PM |
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