Owned and operated by a Mexican American family whose best memories all include tacos, Puesto is an award-winning Mexican Artisan Kitchen & Bar providing an innovative approach to authentic Mexican flavors. Puesto has garnered national acclaim for its Mexico City-style crispy melted cheese tacos, utilizing ingredients sourced from in and around California, all served on handmade non-GMO, organic, maíz azul stone-ground tortillas. The menu is a celebration of fundamental Mexican flavors and an homage to the cosmopolitan palate of Mexico City. Puesto has been featured by media outlets nationally and internationally, some of which include National Geographic, Huffington Post, Refinery 29, MSN, Insider, Zagat, Eater, Food and Wine and LA Times.
Menu
All Day Menu | |
Snacks & Shares | |
Chips & Molcajete Salsa Allergy/Diet Info: V+. Upgrade to Chef’s salsa bar (four housemade salsas) (Allergy/Diet Info: V+) for an additional charge |
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Potato Taquitos Corn tortilla, queso fresco, guacamole, salsa fresca, sesame black garlic chile oil. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Chicken Taquitos flour tortilla, queso fresco, guacamole, crema, tomatillo-árbol salsa, sesame black garlic chile oil |
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Chicharrones Crackling pork magic, chile, lime. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Shrimp Gobernador Quesadilla Crispy melted cheese, Mexican shrimp, poblano, pickled red onion, jalapeño salsa. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Guacamole & Ceviche | |
Classic Avocado, cilantro, onion, fresh squeezed lime & orange. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V+ |
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Puesto Perfect Classic + Parmigiano-Reggiano. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Fiesta Classic + roasted peppers, tahini, chile oil. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V+ |
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Nogada Classic + pomegranate, mango pico de gallo, chile de árbol, candied walnuts. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V+, N |
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Passionfruit & Mango Shrimp Ceviche* Mexican shrimp, passionfruit, mango, avocado, sesame black garlic chile oil. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Ceviche Verde* Local line-caught fish, cucumber, serrano, radish, avocado, Japanese peanuts. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, P, N |
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Salads | |
Mexican Chopped Market baby lettuce, corn, cilantro, black beans, roasted peppers, watermelon radish, avocado, mango pico, Cotija cheese, citrus vinaigrette. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Caesar* gem lettuce, Parmigiano-Reggiano, sourdough croutons, Calabrian chile |
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Plates | |
Verduras Rajas, tatume squash, papas, corn & tomato, garlic braised seasonal mushrooms. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Carnitas Traditionally braised Salmon Creek Farms pork. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Grilled Shrimp Guajillo shrimp. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Tacos | |
Taco of the Month ask for details |
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Chicken al Pastor crispy melted cheese, braised free range Jidori chicken, hibiscus & chipotle tinga, avocado, piña habanero pico |
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Tamarindo Shrimp Crispy shrimp, tamarindo-chile sauce, classic guacamole. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Baja Fish Puesto beer battered local line-caught fish, shredded cabbage, classic guacamole, crema, Morita salsa |
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Filet Mignon* Crispy melted cheese, marinated filet mignon, avocado, spicy pistachio serrano salsa. Allergy/Diet Info: N |
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Carnitas Crispy melted cheese, traditionally braised Salmon Creek Farms pork, tomatillo salsa, avocado. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Short Rib Quesabirria Crispy melted cheese, Jalisco salsa, pickled radish, classic guacamole. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Mushroom Crispy melted cheese, garlic braised seasonal mushrooms, pickled onions, stone fruit serrano salsa, hearts on fire. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Verduras Crispy melted cheese, rajas, tatume squash, papas, corn & tomato, nopales, avocado, jalapeño, zucchini blossom. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Sides | |
Herb Lime Rice Steamed with epazote & cilantro. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Traditional Black Beans Classically prepared with epazote, sofrito & queso fresco. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Esquite Grilled corn, chile, lime, queso Cotija, crema. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Allergy/Diet Descriptions | |
* These menu items are served raw or undercooked, or contain or may contain raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions |
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GF Gluten-free designated menu items do not contain gluten, but are cooked in a kitchen that contains gluten |
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P Peanuts are present |
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N Contains nuts |
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V Vegetarian |
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V+ Vegan |
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Cervezas | |
Puesto Clara A traditional Mexican style light lager with crisp malt flavor, hints of corn, and pleasant bitterness from Noble hops. A clean and refreshing beer. 4.6% abv |
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Puesto Negra – Gabf Silver Medalist A smooth, dark Mexican style lager. Roasted malts make for a beer rich in flavor, yet light in texture, with a balanced finish. 5.3% abv |
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Puesto IPA – Rotating A rotating hoppy ale using assorted hop and malt varieties (ask your server for details of the current offering). 5.5% – 8% abv |
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Puesto Celebration Cerveza Brewed in celebration of our 10 year anniversary, a true traditional Mexican Vienna style lager, copper in color with toasty, biscuity characteristics and mildly hopped. 5.6% abv |
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Flight of Four Individual 5oz samples also available |
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64oz Growler Refill any growler with us for an additional charge |
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Local & Baja Craft | |
Rotating Taps Ask your server |
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Rosé | |
Puesto Vino de la Casa, Grenache, 2020, Valle de Guadalupe, MX | |
Bruma Ocho, Sangiovese, 2020, Valle de Guadalupe, MX | |
White | |
Bruma Plan B, Sauvignon Blanc, 2020, Valle de Guadalupe, MX | |
Santos Brujos, Chardonnay, 2019, Valle de Guadalupe, MX | |
Red | |
Palafox, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot & Tempranillo, 2019, Valle de la Grulla, MX | |
On Tap | |
House Red | |
House White | |
House Rosé | |
Agua Fresca | |
Mango with orange & lime |
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Passionfruit with pineapple & lime |
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Coffee | |
Puesto’s Single Origin Oaxacan Coffee Roasted by Coffee & Tea Collective |
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Margaritas | |
Puesto Perfect Reposado tequila, fresh lime, organic agave nectar. Add a float of Grand Marnier for an additional charge |
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Frozen Puesto Perfect Reposado tequila, fresh lime, organic agave nectar. Add a float of Grand Marnier for an additional charge |
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Hot Sauce blanco tequila, pineapple juice, cucumber, fresh lime, habanero |
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Cadillac Siete Leguas blanco tequila, Grand Marnier, fresh lime |
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That Good Good Cadillac Siete Leguas añejo tequila, Grand Marnier, fresh lime |
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Coconut Margarita reposado tequila, coconut, fresh lime |
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Mango Margarita Olmeca Altos reposado tequila, mango, fresh lime |
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Strawberry Margarita Volcán blanco tequila, strawberry, fresh lime |
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Cucumber Margarita El Tesoro blanco tequila, cucumber, fresh lime |
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Watermelon Margarita Del Maguey Vida mezcal, watermelon, fresh lime |
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Passionfruit Margarita El Tesoro blanco tequila, passionfruit, ginger, fresh lime |
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Fruit Cart Patrón blanco tequila, mango, pineapple, watermelon, cucumber, chamoy, Tajín |
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Puesto Perfect Michelada Puesto Clara Lager, house made clamato, chamoy, mango, fresh lime |
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iShare a Drink with Amigos! Share a bottle of Puesto Perfect Margaritas |
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Mezcal Flight | |
El Jolgorio Madrecuishe | |
Banhez Jabalí | |
Yuu Baal Añejo | |
Tequila Flight | |
El Tesoro Blanco | |
El Tesoro Reposado | |
El Tesoro Añejo | |
Specialty Cocktails | |
Carajillo Licor 43, Oaxacan coffee, Mr. Black cold brew coffee liqueur, reposado tequila |
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Paloma Volcán blanco tequila, Fever Tree grapefruit soda, fresh lime |
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Passionfruit Mule Grey Goose vodka, passionfruit, cucumber, fresh lime, Fever Tree ginger beer |
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Old Fashioned Buffalo Trace bourbon, bitters, sugar, nothing else |
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Mojito white rum, mint, fresh lime, sparkling water |
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Piña Colada Bacardí Reserva Ocho rum, coconut cordial, pineapple, fresh lime |
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Mezcal | |
Del Maguey Vida, Espadín | |
Del Maguey Chichicapa, Espadín | |
Banhez Pechuga, Espadín | |
Bozal, Tobalá (Ancestral) | |
Blanco | |
Espolón | |
Volcán | |
El Tesoro | |
Patrón | |
Fortaleza | |
Reposado | |
Espolón | |
Casa Noble | |
Siete Leguas | |
El Tesoro | |
Añejo | |
Casa Noble | |
Volcán Cristalino | |
Don Julio 1942 | |
Patrón Gran Burdeos | |
Extra Añejo | |
El Tesoro Paradiso | |
Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia | |
Siete Leguas d’Antaño | |
Ocho | |
Lunch | |
Snacks & Shares | |
Potato Taquitos Guajillo chipotle corn tortilla, queso fresco, guacamole, salsa fresca, sesame black garlic chile oil. Allergy/Diet Info: V, N |
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Chicharrones crackling pork magic, chile, lime |
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Esquite Grilled corn, chile, lime, queso cotija, crema. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Herb Lime Rice Steamed with epazote & cilantro. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Traditional Black Beans Classically prepared with epazote, sofrito & queso fresco. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Chef’s Salsa Bar Rotating selection of housemade salsa. Allergy/Diet Info: V+ |
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Guacamole | |
Classic Avocado, cilantro, onion, fresh squeezed lime & orange, chile habanero. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V+ |
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Puesto Perfect Classic + Parmigiano-Reggiano. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Nogada Classic + pomegranate, mango pico de gallo, chile de árbol, candied walnuts. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V+, N |
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Ceviche | |
Passionfruit & Mango Shrimp* Mexican wild shrimp, passionfruit, mango, avocado, sesame black garlic chile oil . Allergy/Diet Info: GF, N |
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Wild Shrimp Verde* Citrus, habanero & serrano peppers, salsa macha, pickled red onions, avocado. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, P |
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Agua Fresca | |
Mango-Limón | |
Salads | |
Mexican Chopped Market baby lettuce, corn, cilantro, black beans, roasted peppers, watermelon radish, avocado, mango pico, Cotija cheese, citrus vinaigrette. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Bowls | |
Verduras Rajas, tatume squash, papas, corn & tomato, garlic braised seasonal mushrooms. Allergy/Diet Info: V |
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Carnitas Traditionally braised pork for an additional charges. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Grilled Shrimp Guajillo shrimp for an additional charges. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Tacos | |
Taco of the Month braised chicken, mole negro, pickled red onion, Mexican crema, sesame seeds |
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Chicken al Pastor Crispy melted cheese, braised chicken, hibiscus & chipotle tinga, avocado, piña habanero pico. Award Winning Taco |
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Tamarindo Shrimp Crispy shrimp, tamarindo-chile sauce, classic guacamole, cilantro for an additional charges. Award Winning Taco. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Filet Mignon* Crispy melted cheese, marinated filet mignon, avocado, spicy pistachio serrano salsa for an additional charges. Award Winning Taco. Allergy/Diet Info: N |
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Carnitas Crispy melted cheese, traditionally braised pork, avocado tomatillo salsa, avocado. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Baja Fish Puesto beer battered line caught local fish, shredded cabbage, avocado, crema, Morita salsa for an additional charge |
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Mushroom Crispy melted cheese, garlic braised seasonal mushrooms, pickled onions, stone fruit serrano salsa, hearts on fire. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Verduras Crispy melted cheese, rajas, tatume squash, papas, corn & tomato, nopales, avocado, jalapeño, zucchini blossom. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Dessert | |
Tres Leches de Café Mascarpone whip, strawberry coulis, coffee liqueur Contains a small amount of alcohol |
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Nopales & Lime Gelato Dairy-free gelato prepared by our amigos at Bobboi Natural Gelato. Pairs great with tequila! . Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V+ |
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Café | |
French Press seasonal single origin beans, fair trade, sustainably sourced by Portola |
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Allergy/Diet Descriptions | |
GF Gluten-free designated menu items do not contain gluten, but are cooked in a kitchen that contains gluten |
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P Peanuts are present |
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N Contains nuts |
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V Vegetarian |
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V+ Vegan |
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* These menu items are served raw or undercooked, or contain or may contain raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions |
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Tequila Flight | |
4 Copas Blanco current favorite |
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El Tesoro Reposado legendary |
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Casa Noble Añejo industry secret |
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Blanco | |
Espolón | |
Volcán | |
Don Julio | |
Fortaleza | |
Tapatio 110 | |
4 Copas | |
Ocho | |
Código Rosa | |
Reposado | |
Espolón | |
Casa Noble | |
Siete Leguas | |
Código | |
El Tesoro | |
Roca Patrón | |
Clase Azul | |
Añejo | |
Casa Noble | |
Volcán Cristalino | |
Casamigos | |
Don Julio 1942 | |
Patrón Gran Burdeos | |
Extra Añejo | |
San Matias | |
El Tesoro Paradiso | |
Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia | |
Siete Leguas d’Antaño | |
Ocho | |
Mezcal | |
El Silencio Espadín |
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400 Conejos Espadín |
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Alipús San Andres Espadín & Bicuishe |
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Del Maguey Chichicapa Espadín |
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Vago Elote Espadín vegan “Pechuga” with corn |
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Banhez Pechuga Espadín |
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Bozal (Ancestral) Tobalá |
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Del Maguey (Ancestral) Arroqueño |
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El Jolgorio Madrecuixe |
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Banhez (Wild) Jabalí |
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Mezcal Flight | |
El Jolgorio Madrecuishe current favorite |
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Banhez Jabalí legendary |
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Yuu Baal Añejo industry secret |
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Margaritas | |
Puesto Perfect Blue agave reposado, fresh lime, organic agave nectar. Add a float of Grand Marnier for an additional charge |
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Hot Sauce Volcán blanco tequila, pineapple juice, cucumber, fresh lime, habanero |
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Cadillac Casa Noble reposado tequila, Grand Marnier, fresh lime, organic agave nectar |
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Mango Margarita Puesto’s Private Label Código Rosa, mango, fresh lime |
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Share a Drink with Amigos! Share a bottle of Puesto Perfect Margaritas |
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Specialty Cocktails | |
Paloma Volcán blanco tequila, grapefruit soda, fresh lime |
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Piña Colada Real McCoy 3yr rum, coconut cordial, pineapple, fresh lime |
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Mexican 75 Espolón blanco tequila, Lillet rosé, peach bitters, fresh lemon, sparkling wine |
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On Tap | |
House Red | |
House White | |
House Rosé | |
Puesto Cervecería | |
Clara Lager Puesto Clara is a traditional, crisp Mexican style light lager beer with a crispy malt flavor from malted barley and hints of corn. Its medium bitterness comes from noble hops. Together this results in a clean and refreshing beer |
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Amber Lager Puesto Amber is a lager beer paying homage to the early days of brewing in Mexico by using Vienna malts and corn for its light and toasty body. It’s a balanced beer with subtle hopping for bitterness and a smooth and refreshing finish |
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Negra Lager Puesto Negra is a smooth, dark Mexican style lager. Using darker roasted malts, it’s a beer rich in flavor, yet light in texture, with a balanced and enjoyable finish |
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IPA/Pale Ale There are so many great hop choices, thus we showcase a rotating collection of hoppy ales using assorted hop and malt varieties (ask your server for details of the current offerings) |
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Navidad Puesto Navidad is a strong, full bodied, malty dark Mexican style bock beer. Combining spice from German Sterling hops with a rich dark roasted malt character, we have achieved a perfect brew for the holiday season. 8.3% abv |
$8.00 |
Flight of Four Puesto Beers Individual 5oz samples for an additional charge |
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64oz Puesto Growler Refill any growler with us for an additional charges |
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OC / LA Craft | |
Stereo Brewing Robot Imperial Red Ale | |
Laguna Beach Beer Co. 1000 Steps IPA | |
Rotating Taps Ask your server |
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Juneshine Hard Kombucha | |
Baja Craft | |
Border Psycho la Perversa Double IPA | |
Border Psycho Cream Ale | |
Border Psycho Imperial Stout | |
Frozen Horchata | |
Straus Frozen Horchata for a Cause Proceeds donated to local causes. Make it a Horchata Loca with Real McCoy 3yr rum for additional charge |
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Dinner | |
Snacks & Shares | |
Potato Taquitos Guajillo chipotle corn tortilla, queso fresco, guacamole, salsa fresca, sesame black garlic chile oil. Allergy/Diet Info: V, N |
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Chicharrones crackling pork magic, chile, lime |
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Esquite Grilled corn, chile, lime, queso cotija, crema. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Herb Lime Rice Steamed with epazote & cilantro. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Traditional Black Beans Classically prepared with epazote, sofrito & queso fresco. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Chef’s Salsa Bar Rotating selection of housemade salsa. Allergy/Diet Info: V+ |
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Guacamole | |
Classic Avocado, cilantro, onion, fresh squeezed lime & orange, chile habanero. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V+ |
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Puesto Perfect Classic + Parmigiano-Reggiano. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Nogada Classic + pomegranate, mango pico de gallo, chile de árbol, candied walnuts. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V+, N |
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Ceviche | |
Passionfruit & Mango Shrimp* Mexican wild shrimp, passionfruit, mango, avocado, sesame black garlic chile oil . Allergy/Diet Info: GF, N |
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Wild Shrimp Verde* Citrus, habanero & serrano peppers, salsa macha, pickled red onions, avocado. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, P |
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Agua Fresca | |
Mango-Limón | |
Salads | |
Mexican Chopped Market baby lettuce, corn, cilantro, black beans, roasted peppers, watermelon radish, avocado, mango pico, Cotija cheese, citrus vinaigrette. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Bowls | |
Verduras Rajas, tatume squash, papas, corn & tomato, garlic braised seasonal mushrooms. Allergy/Diet Info: V |
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Carnitas Traditionally braised pork for an additional charges. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Grilled Shrimp Guajillo shrimp for an additional charges. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Tacos | |
Taco of the Month braised chicken, mole negro, pickled red onion, Mexican crema, sesame seeds |
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Chicken al Pastor Crispy melted cheese, braised chicken, hibiscus & chipotle tinga, avocado, piña habanero pico. Award Winning Taco |
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Tamarindo Shrimp Crispy shrimp, tamarindo-chile sauce, classic guacamole, cilantro for an additional charges. Award Winning Taco. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Filet Mignon* Crispy melted cheese, marinated filet mignon, avocado, spicy pistachio serrano salsa for an additional charges. Award Winning Taco. Allergy/Diet Info: N |
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Carnitas Crispy melted cheese, traditionally braised pork, avocado tomatillo salsa, avocado. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Baja Fish Puesto beer battered line caught local fish, shredded cabbage, avocado, crema, Morita salsa for an additional charge |
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Mushroom Crispy melted cheese, garlic braised seasonal mushrooms, pickled onions, stone fruit serrano salsa, hearts on fire. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Verduras Crispy melted cheese, rajas, tatume squash, papas, corn & tomato, nopales, avocado, jalapeño, zucchini blossom. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Dessert | |
Tres Leches de Café Mascarpone whip, strawberry coulis, coffee liqueur Contains a small amount of alcohol |
|
Nopales & Lime Gelato Dairy-free gelato prepared by our amigos at Bobboi Natural Gelato. Pairs great with tequila! . Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V+ |
|
Café | |
French Press seasonal single origin beans, fair trade, sustainably sourced by Portola |
|
Allergy/Diet Descriptions | |
GF Gluten-free designated menu items do not contain gluten, but are cooked in a kitchen that contains gluten |
|
P Peanuts are present |
|
N Contains nuts |
|
V Vegetarian |
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V+ Vegan |
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* These menu items are served raw or undercooked, or contain or may contain raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions |
|
Tequila Flight | |
4 Copas Blanco current favorite |
|
El Tesoro Reposado legendary |
|
Casa Noble Añejo industry secret |
|
Blanco | |
Espolón | |
Volcán | |
Don Julio | |
Fortaleza | |
Tapatio 110 | |
4 Copas | |
Ocho | |
Código Rosa | |
Reposado | |
Espolón | |
Casa Noble | |
Siete Leguas | |
Código | |
El Tesoro | |
Roca Patrón | |
Clase Azul | |
Añejo | |
Casa Noble | |
Volcán Cristalino | |
Casamigos | |
Don Julio 1942 | |
Patrón Gran Burdeos | |
Extra Añejo | |
San Matias | |
El Tesoro Paradiso | |
Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia | |
Siete Leguas d’Antaño | |
Ocho | |
Mezcal | |
El Silencio Espadín |
|
400 Conejos Espadín |
|
Alipús San Andres Espadín & Bicuishe |
|
Del Maguey Chichicapa Espadín |
|
Vago Elote Espadín vegan “Pechuga” with corn |
|
Banhez Pechuga Espadín |
|
Bozal (Ancestral) Tobalá |
|
Del Maguey (Ancestral) Arroqueño |
|
El Jolgorio Madrecuixe |
|
Banhez (Wild) Jabalí |
|
Mezcal Flight | |
El Jolgorio Madrecuishe current favorite |
|
Banhez Jabalí legendary |
|
Yuu Baal Añejo industry secret |
|
Margaritas | |
Puesto Perfect Blue agave reposado, fresh lime, organic agave nectar. Add a float of Grand Marnier for an additional charge |
|
Hot Sauce Volcán blanco tequila, pineapple juice, cucumber, fresh lime, habanero |
|
Cadillac Casa Noble reposado tequila, Grand Marnier, fresh lime, organic agave nectar |
|
Mango Margarita Puesto’s Private Label Código Rosa, mango, fresh lime |
|
Share a Drink with Amigos! Share a bottle of Puesto Perfect Margaritas |
|
Specialty Cocktails | |
Paloma Volcán blanco tequila, grapefruit soda, fresh lime |
|
Piña Colada Real McCoy 3yr rum, coconut cordial, pineapple, fresh lime |
|
Mexican 75 Espolón blanco tequila, Lillet rosé, peach bitters, fresh lemon, sparkling wine |
|
On Tap | |
House Red | |
House White | |
House Rosé | |
Puesto Cervecería | |
Clara Lager Puesto Clara is a traditional, crisp Mexican style light lager beer with a crispy malt flavor from malted barley and hints of corn. Its medium bitterness comes from noble hops. Together this results in a clean and refreshing beer |
|
Amber Lager Puesto Amber is a lager beer paying homage to the early days of brewing in Mexico by using Vienna malts and corn for its light and toasty body. It’s a balanced beer with subtle hopping for bitterness and a smooth and refreshing finish |
|
Negra Lager Puesto Negra is a smooth, dark Mexican style lager. Using darker roasted malts, it’s a beer rich in flavor, yet light in texture, with a balanced and enjoyable finish |
|
IPA/Pale Ale There are so many great hop choices, thus we showcase a rotating collection of hoppy ales using assorted hop and malt varieties (ask your server for details of the current offerings) |
|
Navidad Puesto Navidad is a strong, full bodied, malty dark Mexican style bock beer. Combining spice from German Sterling hops with a rich dark roasted malt character, we have achieved a perfect brew for the holiday season. 8.3% abv |
$8.00 |
Flight of Four Puesto Beers Individual 5oz samples for an additional charge |
|
64oz Puesto Growler Refill any growler with us for an additional charges |
|
OC / LA Craft | |
Stereo Brewing Robot Imperial Red Ale | |
Laguna Beach Beer Co. 1000 Steps IPA | |
Rotating Taps Ask your server |
|
Juneshine Hard Kombucha | |
Baja Craft | |
Border Psycho la Perversa Double IPA | |
Border Psycho Cream Ale | |
Border Psycho Imperial Stout | |
Frozen Horchata | |
Straus Frozen Horchata for a Cause Proceeds donated to local causes. Make it a Horchata Loca with Real McCoy 3yr rum for additional charge |
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Drinks | |
Rosé | |
Puesto Vindo de la Casa, Grenache, 2020, Valle de Guadalupe, MX | |
Bruma Ocho, Sangiovese, 2020, Valle de Guadalupe, MX | |
White | |
Bruma Plan B, Sauvignon Blanc, 2020, Valle de Guadalupe, MX | |
Santos Brujos, Chardonnay, 2019, Valle de Guadalupe, MX | |
Red | |
Palafox, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot & Tempranillo, 2019, Valle de Grulla, MX | |
Domestic | |
Meiomi, Pinot Noir, Coastal California | |
The Prisoner, Zinfandel Blend, Napa | |
Simi Alexander Valley, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma | |
Domestic | |
Robert Mondavi, Chardonnay, Napa | |
France | |
Veuve Clicquot, Champagne, NV | |
Dom Pérignon, Champagne, 2008 | |
Vodka | |
Ketel One | |
Grey Goose | |
Chopin | |
Tito’s | |
Gin | |
Bombay Sapphire | |
Mulholland | |
Hendrick’s | |
Bourbon | |
Maker’s Mark | |
Buffalo Trace | |
Eagle Rare | |
Woodford Reserve | |
Angel’s Envy | |
Basil Hayden’s | |
Blanton’s | |
Booker’s | |
Rye | |
Rittenhouse | |
Whistlepig 10 Yr | |
Angel’s Envy Rye | |
International Whisk(e)y | |
Chivas 12 Yr | |
Johnnie Walker Black Label | |
Teeling Irish Whiskey | |
Nikka from the Barrel | |
Hakushu 12 Yr | |
Johnnie Walker Blue Label | |
Single Malt Whisky | |
Glenlivet 12 Yr | |
Laphroaig 10 Yr | |
Balvenie 12 Yr Doublewood | |
Macallan 12 Yr | |
Macallan 18 Yr | |
Rum & Sugarcane Spirits | |
Cruzan Blackstrap | |
Sailor Jerry Spiced | |
Real Mccoy 3 Yr | |
Real Mccoy 5 Yr | |
Bacardi 8 Yr | |
Zaya 12 Yr | |
Smith and Cross | |
Appleton 8 Yr | |
Clément VSOP | |
El Dorado 15 Yr | |
Cognac & Brandy | |
Hennessy VS Cognac | |
Rémy Martin VSOP Cognac | |
Tequila Flight | |
El Tesoro Blanco | |
El Tesoro Reposado | |
El Tesoro Añejo | |
Blanco | |
Espolòn | |
Altos | |
Casa Noble | |
Volcán | |
Partida | |
Don Fulano | |
El Tesoro | |
Don Julio | |
Patrón | |
Tapatio 110 | |
Fortaleza | |
Casamigos | |
Don Lorenzo | |
4 Copas | |
Código | |
Siete Leguas | |
Ocho | |
Puesto’s Código Rosa | |
Casa Dragones | |
Fuenteseca Cosecha | |
Casa Dragones Joven | |
Reposado | |
Arette | |
Espolòn | |
Casa Noble | |
Partida | |
Ocho | |
Casamigos | |
Código | |
Fortaleza | |
Siete Leguas | |
Patrón | |
El Tesoro | |
Don Julio | |
4 Copas | |
Chinaco | |
Roca Patrón | |
Añejo | |
Casa Noble | |
Volcán Cristalino | |
Casamigos | |
Ocho | |
4 Copas | |
Patrón | |
Don Julio | |
El Tesoro | |
Patrón Sherry Cask | |
Siete Leguas | |
Código | |
Don Julio 1942 | |
Gran Patrón Burdeos | |
Extra Añejo | |
San Matias Gran Reserva | |
Patrón | |
El Tesoro Paradiso | |
José Cuervo Reserva de la Familia | |
1800 Milenio | |
Siete Leguas d’Antano | |
Ocho | |
Partida Elegante | |
Mezcal Flight | |
El Jolgorio Madrecuishe | |
Banhez Jabalí | |
Yuu Baal Añejo | |
Mezcal | |
Del Maguey Vida Espadín |
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Yuu Baal Joven Espadín |
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El Silencio Espadín |
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Unión Uno Espadín & Cirial |
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400 Conejos Espadín |
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Unión Viejo Espadín & Tobalá |
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Creyente Espadín |
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Del Maguey Chichicapa Espadín |
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Alipús San Andres Espadín & Bicuishe |
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Vago Elote Espadín Vegan “Pechuga” with roasted corn |
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Pierde Almas Dobadaan Mexicano |
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El Silencio Ensamble Espadín, Mexicano, & Tobaziche |
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Leyenda Durango Cenzino |
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Marca Negra (Wild) Tepeztate |
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Don Amado Espadín Vegan “Pechuga” with wild fruits, nuts & spices |
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Fidencio Pechuga Espadín |
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Banhez Pechuga Espadín |
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Bozal (Ancestral) Tobalá |
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Del Maguey (Ancestral) Arroqueño |
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El Jolgorio #1 (Wild) Tobolá |
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El Jolgorio #2 Madrecuixe |
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El Jolgorio #3 Tepeztate |
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Banhez (Wild) Jabalí |
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Del Maguey Ibérico Augustifolia |
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Pierde Almas Conejo (Ancestral) Espadín “Pechuga” with wild rabbit |
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Other Agave Distillates | |
La Venenosa Tabernas Raicilla Maximiliana |
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La Venenosa Sierra del Tigre Raicilla (Wild) Bruto |
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La Venenosa Puntas Raicilla Maximiliana |
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Mezonte Jalisco Raicilla Alineño & Cimarrón |
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Wild & Ancestral | |
Wild Harvested from wild agave plants |
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Ancestral Traditionally produced without the use of industrial equipment. Agave hearts must be roasted in an underground pit oven and crushed by hand or a stone wheel. Then they are fermented in stone, earth, wood, or clay containers and distilled with the agave fibers in a clay still |
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Happy Hour | |
Happy Hour | |
Puesto Perfect Margaritas | $9.00 |
Puesto Drafts | $5.00 |
Wines by the Glass | $7.00 |
1/2 off Snacks & Shares | |
Taco Tuesday | |
Taco Tuesday | |
1/2 off All Tacos | |
To-Go | |
Snacks & Shares | |
Chips & Molcajete Salsa Allergy/Diet Info: V+. Upgrade to Chef’s salsa bar (four housemade salsas) (Allergy/Diet Info: V+) for an additional charges |
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Potato Taquitos Corn tortilla, queso fresco, guacamole, salsa fresca, sesame black garlic chile oil. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Chicken Taquitos flour tortilla, queso fresco, guacamole, crema, tomatillo-árbol salsa, sesame black garlic chile oil |
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Chicharrones Crackling pork magic, chile, lime. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Shrimp Gobernador Quesadilla Crispy melted cheese, Mexican shrimp, poblano, pickled red onion, jalapeño salsa. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Ceviche | |
Passionfruit & Mango Shrimp Ceviche* Mexican shrimp, passionfruit, mango, avocado, sesame black garlic chile oil. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Ceviche Verde* Local line-caught fish, cucumber, serrano, radish, avocado, Japanese peanuts. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, P, N |
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Guacamole | |
Classic Avocado, cilantro, onion, fresh squeezed lime & orange. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V+ |
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Puesto Perfect Classic + Parmigiano-Reggiano. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Fiesta Classic + roasted peppers, tahini, chile oil. Allergy/Diet Info: V+ |
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Nogada Classic + pomegranate, mango pico de gallo, chile de árbol, candied walnuts. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V+, N |
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Puesto Perfect Burritos | |
Filet Mignon Flour tortilla, crispy melted cheese, marinated filet mignon, herb lime rice, avocado. Spicy pistachio serrano salsa served on the side |
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Chicken al Pastor flour tortilla, crispy melted cheese, braised free range Jidori chicken, hibiscus & chipotle tinga, piña habanero pico, herb lime rice, avocado |
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Carnitas flour tortilla, crispy melted cheese, traditionally braised Salmon Creek Farms pork, herb lime rice, guacamole |
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Short Rib Quesabirria flour tortilla, crispy melted cheese, herb lime rice, pickled onions, guacamole |
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Mushroom flour tortilla, crispy melted cheese, garlic braised seasonal mushrooms, pickled onions, herb lime rice, avocado |
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Salads | |
Mexican Chopped Market baby lettuce, corn, cilantro, black beans, roasted peppers, watermelon radish, avocado, mango pico, Cotija cheese, citrus vinaigrette. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Caesar Salad* gem lettuce, ParmigianoReggiano, sourdough croutons, Calabrian chile |
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Plates | |
Verduras Rajas, tatume squash, papas, corn & tomato, garlic braised seasonal mushrooms. Allergy/Diet Info: V |
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Carnitas Traditionally braised Salmon Creek Farms pork. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Grilled Shrimp Guajillo shrimp. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Tacos | |
Taco of the Month ask for details |
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Chicken al Pastor crispy melted cheese, braised free range Jidori chicken, hibiscus & chipotle tinga, avocado, piña habanero pico |
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Tamarindo Shrimp Crispy shrimp, tamarindo-chile sauce, classic guacamole. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Baja Fish Puesto beer battered local line-caught fish, shredded cabbage, classic guacamole, crema, Morita salsa |
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Filet Mignon* Crispy melted cheese, marinated filet mignon, avocado, spicy pistachio serrano salsa. Allergy/Diet Info: N |
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Carnitas Crispy melted cheese, traditionally braised Salmon Creek Farms pork, tomatillo salsa, avocado. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Short Rib Quesabirria Crispy melted cheese, Jalisco salsa, pickled radish, classic guacamole. Allergy/Diet Info: GF |
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Mushroom Crispy melted cheese, garlic braised seasonal mushrooms, pickled onions, stone fruit serrano salsa, hearts on fire. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Verduras Crispy melted cheese, rajas, tatume squash, papas, corn & tomato, nopales, avocado, jalapeño, zucchini blossom. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Sides | |
Herb Lime Rice Steamed with epazote & cilantro. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Traditional Black Beans Classically prepared with epazote, sofrito & queso fresco. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Esquite Grilled corn, chile, lime, queso Cotija, crema. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V |
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Dessert | |
Tres Leches de Cafe Contains a small amount of alcohol. Mascarpone whip, strawberry coulis, coffee liqueur |
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Allergy/Diet Descriptions | |
GF Gluten-free designated menu items do not contain gluten, but are cooked in a kitchen that contains gluten |
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V Vegetarian |
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V+ Vegan |
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N Contains nuts |
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P Peanuts are present |
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* These menu items are served raw or undercooked, or contain or may contain raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions |
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Tequila Bottles | |
Código Rosa X Puesto Private Reserve (1L) | |
Olmeca Altos Blanco (1L) | |
Volcán Blanco | |
Casa Noble Blanco | |
4 Copas Blanco | |
Fortaleza Blanco | |
Casamigos Blanco (1L) | |
Don Julio Reposado | |
Casa Noble Añejo | |
Ocho Reposado | |
Siete Leguas Añejo | |
El Tesoro Paradiso Extra Añejo | |
Don Julio 1942 | |
Mezcal Bottles | |
Del Maguey Vida | |
Banhez Pechuga | |
Bozal Barril | |
El Jolgorio Madrecuishe | |
Margaritas | |
Puesto Perfect reposado tequila, fresh lime, organic agave nectar |
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Puesto Perfect Margarita Party To Go Reposado tequila, fresh lime, organic agave nectar. Serves three to four |
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Bottled Beverages | |
Mexican Coke | |
Jarritos Mandarin, Tamarind, or Grapefruit |
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Agua de Piedra still or sparkling |
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Fever Tree Ginger Beer or Grapefruit |
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Cervezas | |
Puesto Clara A traditional Mexican style light lager with crisp malt flavor, hints of corn, and pleasant bitterness from Noble hops. A clean and refreshing beer. 4.6% abv |
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Puesto Negra (Gabf Silver Medalist) A smooth, dark Mexican style lager. Roasted malts make for a beer rich in flavor, yet light in texture, with a balanced finish. 5.3% abv |
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Puesto IPA (Rotating) A rotating hoppy ale using assorted hop and malt varieties (ask your server for details of the current offering). 5.5% – 8% abv |
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Puesto Celebration Cerveza Brewed in celebration of our 10 year anniversary, a true traditional Mexican Vienna style lager, copper in color with toasty, biscuity characteristics and mildly hopped. 5.6% abv |
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64oz Growler Refill any growler with us for an additional charge |
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Agua Fresca | |
Mango with orange & lime |
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Passionfruit with pineapple & lime |
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Kids Menu | |
Taco Plate | |
Chicken crispy melted cheese, free range Jidori chicken, avocado |
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Veggie crispy melted cheese, rajas, tatume squash, papas, corn & tomato, avocado, crema |
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Carnitas traditionally braised Salmon Creek Farms pork, crispy melted cheese, avocado |
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Baja Fish battered local line-caught fish, shredded cabbage, avocado, crema |
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Quesadilla melted cheese |
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Agua Fresca | |
Mango with orange and lime |
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Passionfruit with pineapple and lime |
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Dessert | |
Scoop of Bobboi Natural Gelato |
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: opentable.com
Contact Puesto Park Place Irvine
Address: 3311 Michelson Dr, Irvine, CA 92612
Phone: (949) 608-7272
Website: http://eatpuesto.com/
Hours
Wednesday | 11AM–9PM |
Thursday | 11AM–9PM |
Friday | 11AM–10PM |
Saturday | 11AM–10PM |
Sunday | 11AM–9PM |
Monday | 11AM–9PM |
Tuesday | 11AM–9PM |