At Descanso Restaurant, our passion for delicious and authentic Mexican food through an engaging dining experience is undeniable. We pride ourselves on making lasting memories for our customers and earning their devoted loyalty.
A Modern Taqueria that opened in the Fall of 2018.
4.4 – 680 reviews $$ • Mexican restaurant
Menu
| Main Menu – Dinner – Dinner Entrees & Family Meals | |
| Crispy Carnitas Plate Seared Slow Cooked Pork, Pico de Gallo, Pickled Jalapenos, Refried Pinto Beans, Shaved Onion, Serranos and Corn Tortillas |
$23.00 |
| Asada Plate Chicken or Steak, Roasted Poblanos, Grilled Onions, Fingerling Potatoes, Avocado Toreado Salsa, Cotija Cheese, Chile Morita Aioli, Refried Pinto Beans and Corn Tortillas |
$24.00 |
| Family Taco Meal 2 Pounds of Meat Choose Two: Steak, Chicken, Carnitas or Al Pastor 1 Pint of Refried Pinto Beans 1 Pint of Mexican Fried Rice 12 Tortillas 1 Pint of Pico de Gallo 1/2 Pint of Salsa Verde 1/2 Pint of Salsa Frita 1/2 Pint of Lime Wedges Tortilla Chips |
$58.00 |
| Short Rib Estofado Braised Short Rib, Guajillo Jus, Avocado Pico, Baby Carrots and Refried Beans |
$35.00 |
| Agave Glazed Salmon 7oz Pan Seared Salmon, Lemon Agave Glaze, Sweet Peppers, Onions, Summer Vegetables,Roasted Potatoes, Orange Segments, Cilantro and Chile Con Limon |
$28.00 |
| Enfrijoladas De Camaron Grilled Shrimp, Tres Quesos, Two Blue Corn Tortillas, Pinto Bean Sauce, Avocado, Sour Cream, Queso Fresco, Onions, Sesame Seeds and Mexican Fried Rice |
$24.00 |
| Poblano Rajas Poblano Chiles, White Wine Reduction Crema, Onions, Mushrooms, Corn, Serrano Chiles, Tres Quesos and Refried Pinto Beans. Served with Corn Tortillas. |
$22.00 |
| Family Style Pozole December Take Out Special!! FAMILY STYLE POZOLE // Serves 3-4 People Comes with 32oz of the Pozole Red Broth (Hominy, Guajillo Chile Broth, Pulled Pork, Red Onion, Chile Peron and Oregano) and all the additional fixings: Corn Tortilla Chips, Sliced Onions, Sliced Radishes, Shredded Lettuce, Oregano and our specialty Volcano Salsa. Simply Heat, Mix in ingredients and serve. |
$20.00 |
| Paraiso Huachinango Chili Seasoned Deep Fried Whole Red Snapper, Guacamole, Pico de Gallo, Limes, Side Salad and Blue Corn Tortillas. |
$48.00 |
| Main Menu – Dinner – Dinner Appetizers | |
| Clasico Guacamole Hass Avocado, Lime, White Onions, Serrano Chiles, Cilantro and Tortilla Chips |
$12.00 |
| Elote Asado Grilled sweet white corn (off the cob), chile morita aioli, cotija cheese and chile con limon powder. |
$11.00 |
| Nachos Fresh Tortilla Chips, Poblano Suiza, Tres Quesos, Refried Pinto Beans and Pico de Gallo. Add Chicken (3), Al Pastor (4) or Steak (5) |
$13.00 |
| Choriqueso Verde Green Chorizo, Poblano Suiza, Tres Quesos, Avocado y Chile Toreado Salsa, Spring Onion, Serrano Chiles and Flour Tortillas |
$16.00 |
| Chips And Salsa Tortilla Chips and Our House Salsa Frita |
$3.00 |
| Chips, Chicharrones And Salsa Tortilla Chips, Pork Chicharrones and Salsa Frita |
$4.00 |
| Ceviche Rojo Citrus Marinated Shrimp*, Citrus Tamari Morita Sauce, Avocado, Cherry Tomatoes, Red Onions, Cucumbers, Cilantro and Tortilla Chips. |
$17.00 |
| Main Menu – Dinner – Dinner Soups | |
| Fideo Soup Cup of toasted noodles, tomato broth, avocado, crema, tortilla strips, and queso fresco. |
$5.00 |
| Main Menu – Dinner – Dinner Salads | |
| Chopped Caesar Salad Romaine Lettuce, Spicy Caesar Dressing* on the side, Pico de Gallo and Parmesano Reggiano |
$12.00 |
| Ensalada Clasica Mixed Greens, Avocado, Tomatoes, Red Onion, Cucumbers, Queso Fresco, Toasted Pepita Seeds and Agave Lemon Vinaigrette. |
$11.00 |
| Main Menu – Dinner – Dinner Alambres | |
| Al Pastor Alambre Spit-Roasted Pork, Tres quesos, Bell Peppers, onions, pineapple, salsa de avocado y chile toreado, Serrano Chiles and Flour tortillas. |
$19.00 |
| Steak Alambre Filet steak, tres quesos, onions, bell peppers, bacon, avocado toreado salsa, Serrano Chiles and Flour tortillas. |
$20.00 |
| Pollo Alambre Grilled Chicken, Tres quesos, onions, bell peppers, bacon, salsa de avocado y chile toreado, Serrano Chiles and flour tortillas. |
$16.00 |
| Vegetal Alambre Grilled Veggies, Tres quesos, summer squash, onions, bell peppers, salsa de avocado y chile toreado, Serrano Chiles and Flour tortillas. |
$16.00 |
| Camaron Alambre Grilled Shrimp, Tres quesos, onions, bell peppers, bacon, salsa de avocado y chile toreado, Serrano Chiles and Flour tortillas. |
$20.00 |
| Main Menu – Dinner – Dinner Side Dishes | |
| Mexican Fried Rice | $6.00 |
| Grilled Vegetables | $7.00 |
| Refried Pinto Beans | $5.00 |
| Chile Serrano Potatoes | $6.00 |
| Main Menu – Dinner – Kids Menu | |
| Kids Quesadilla Tres Quesos and a Flour Tortilla. Served w/ fried rice and refried pinto beans. Add Steak (3) or Chicken (2) |
$5.00 |
| Bean & Cheese Burrito Refried Pinto Beans, Tres Quesos and Flour Tortilla. Served w/ fried rice and refried pinto beans |
$5.00 |
| Kids Soft Taco Steak or Chicken and a Flour Tortilla. Served w/ fried rice and refried pinto beans. |
$6.00 |
| Main Menu – Dinner – Meat by the Pound | |
| Chicken One Pound of Chicken Seasoned, Cooked and Prepared the Descanso Way. |
$17.00 |
| Steak One Pound of Steak Seasoned, Cooked and Prepared the Descanso Way. |
$19.00 |
| Carnitas One Pound of Carnitas Seasoned, Cooked and Prepared the Descanso Way. |
$18.00 |
| Al Pastor One Pound of Al Pastor Seasoned, Cooked and Prepared the Descanso Way. |
$18.00 |
| Tacos & Quesadillas Menu – Tacos | |
| El Toro Taco Rachero Steak, Avocado Toreado Salsa, Grilled Onions, Bell Peppers and a Blue Corn Tortilla |
$6.75 |
| Don Chingon Taco Spit-Roasted Al Pastor Pork, Red Onion, Salsa Frita, Avocado Toreado Salsa, Chamoy and Micro Cilantro. Served on a Blue Corn Tortilla. |
$6.00 |
| Mayan Taco Grilled Achiote Marinated Chicken, Habanero Pickled Red Onions and Cilantro. Served on Blue Corn Tortilla. |
$5.50 |
| El Dorado Taco Chile Rubbed Mahi Mahi, Chamoy, Mexislaw, Chile Peanuts and Chile Morita Aioli. Served on a Blue Corn Tortilla |
$6.50 |
| The Relleno Taco Roasted Anaheim Chile, Tatuma Squash, Corn, Sweet Peppers, Tres Quesos, Salsa Verde and Cotija Cheese. Served on a Blue Corn Tortilla. |
$5.50 |
| Felipe Taco Ribeye Filet Marinated in Garlic, Poblano Chiles, Onions, Oyster Mushrooms, Tres Quesos and Tomatillo Salsa Cruda. Served on a Blue Corn Tortilla. |
$10.00 |
| Volcano Taco Ranchero Steak, Agave Glazed Shrimp, Tres Quesos, Serrano Chiles, Corn and Flour Tortilla, Habanero Pickled Red Onions, Queso Fresco, Volcano Salsa and Avocado Toreado Salsa |
$9.50 |
| El Toro Taco Plate Two Tacos with Ranchero Steak, Grilled Onions, Poblano Peppers, Avocado Toreado Salsa and Blue Corn Tortillas. |
$17.50 |
| Don Chingon Taco Plate Two Tacos with Spit-Roasted Al Pastor Pork, Red Onion, Salsa Frita, Avocado Toreado Salsa, Chamoy and Micro Cilantro. Served on Blue Corn Tortillas. |
$17.00 |
| Mayan Taco Plate Two Grilled Achiote Marinated Chicken Tacos, Habanero Pickled Red Onions and Cilantro. Served on Blue Corn Tortillas. |
$15.00 |
| El Dordao Taco Plate Two Chile Rubbed Mahi Mahi Tacos, Chamoy, Mexislaw, Chile Peanuts and Chile Morita Aioli. Served on Blue Corn Tortillas |
$17.00 |
| The Relleno Taco Plate Two Roasted Anaheim Chile Tacos, with Tatuma Squash, Corn, Sweet Peppers, Tres Quesos, Salsa Verde and Cotija Cheese. Served on Blue Corn Tortillas |
$15.00 |
| Felipe Taco Plate Two Tacos with Ribeye Filet Marinated in Garlic, Poblano Chiles, Onions, Oyster Mushrooms, Tres Quesos and Tomatillo Salsa Cruda. Served on Blue Corn Tortillas. |
$24.00 |
| Volcano Taco Plate Surf and Turf Tacos with Ranchero Steak, Agave Glazed Shrimp, Tres Quesos, Serrano Chiles, Corn and Flour Tortilla, Habanero Pickled Red Onions, Queso Fresco, Volcano Salsa and Avocado Toreado Salsa |
$23.00 |
| Tacos & Quesadillas Menu – Quesadillas | |
| Queso Quesadilla Open Faced Quesadilla, Served on a Flour Tortilla. Tres Quesos, Salsa Verde, Cilantro & Cotija Cheese |
$5.00 |
| Carne Quesadilla Open Faced Quesadilla, Served on a Flour Tortilla. Steak, Tres Quesos, Salsa Verde, Cilantro and Cotija Cheese |
$7.25 |
| Al Pastor Quesadilla Open Faced Quesadilla, Served on a Flour Tortilla. Pork, Tres Quesos, Salsa Verde, Cilantro and Cotija Cheese |
$6.50 |
| Rajas Quesadilla Open Faced Quesadilla, Served on a Flour Tortilla. Mushroom, Poblano Peppers, Onions, Tres Quesos, Salsa Verde, Cilantro and Cotija Cheese |
$5.50 |
| Pollo Quesadilla Open Faced Quesadilla, Served on a Flour Tortilla. Chicken, Tres Quesos, Salsa Verde, Cilantro and Cotija Cheese |
$5.75 |
| Camaron Quesadilla Shrimp, Tres Quesos, Salsa Verde, Cilantro and Cotija Cheese |
$7.00 |
| Queso Quesadilla Plate Two Open Faced Quesadillas, Served on Flour Tortillas. Tres Quesos, Salsa Verde, Cilantro & Cotija Cheese |
$14.00 |
| Carne Quesadilla Plate Two Open Faced Quesadillas, Served on Flour Tortillas. Steak, Tres Quesos, Salsa Verde, Cilantro and Cotija Cheese |
$18.50 |
| Al Pastor Quesadilla Plate Two Open Faced Quesadillas, Served on Flour Tortillas. Pork, Tres Quesos, Salsa Verde, Cilantro and Cotija Cheese |
$17.00 |
| Rajas Quesadilla Plate Two Open Faced Quesadillas, Served on Flour Tortillas. Mushroom, Poblano Peppers, Onions, Tres Quesos, Salsa Verde, Cilantro and Cotija Cheese |
$15.00 |
| Pollo Quesadilla Plate Two Open Faced Quesadillas, Served on Flour Tortillas. Chicken, Tres Quesos, Salsa Verde, Cilantro and Cotija Cheese |
$15.50 |
| Camaron Quesadilla Plate Two Open Faced Quesadillas served on Flour Tortillas. Shrimp, Tres Quesos, Salsa Verde, Cilantro and Cotija Cheese |
$18.00 |
| Brunch Menu – Brunch Entrees | |
| Huevos Rancheros Two Sunny Side Up Eggs, Slow Cooked Carnitas, Blue Corn Tortillas, Refried Pinto Beans, Salsa Ranchero, Tres Quesos, Diced Avocado and Cilantro |
$18.00 |
| Chilaquilas De Pollo Corn Tortilla Chips, Achiote Marinated Chicken, Scrambled Eggs, Salsa Verde, Cotija Cheese, Avocado Toreado Salsa, Shaved Onion, Serrano Chiles, Sour Cream and Cilantro |
$18.00 |
| Eggs Benito Achiote Marinated Chicken, Two Poached Eggs, Agave Morita Glaze, Hollandaise, Avocado, Bell Peppers, Grilled Corn and Onions on Two Tostadas |
$19.00 |
| Choriqueso Con Huevos Green Chorizo, Two Fried Eggs, Poblano Suiza, Tres Quesos, Avocado Toreado Salsa, Spring Onion, Serrano Chiles and Flour Tortillas |
$17.00 |
| Carnitas Hash Crispy Carnitas, Onions, Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Salsa Frita, Fried Eggs and Corn Tortillas |
$16.00 |
| Salmon Avocado Tostadas Salmon Confit, Avocado, Cherry Tomatoes, Chile Morita Aioli, Bell Peppers, Roasted Corn, Queso Fresco, Onions and Cilantro on Two Tostadas. Served with a side of Mexican Fried Rice. |
$18.00 |
| Brunch Menu – Dinner Appetizers | |
| Clasico Guacamole Hass Avocado, Lime, White Onions, Serrano Chiles, Cilantro and Tortilla Chips |
$12.00 |
| Elote Asado Grilled sweet white corn (off the cob), chile morita aioli, cotija cheese and chile con limon powder. |
$11.00 |
| Nachos Fresh Tortilla Chips, Poblano Suiza, Tres Quesos, Refried Pinto Beans and Pico de Gallo. Add Chicken (3), Al Pastor (4) or Steak (5) |
$13.00 |
| Choriqueso Verde Green Chorizo, Poblano Suiza, Tres Quesos, Avocado y Chile Toreado Salsa, Spring Onion, Serrano Chiles and Flour Tortillas |
$16.00 |
| Chips And Salsa Tortilla Chips and Our House Salsa Frita |
$3.00 |
| Chips, Chicharrones And Salsa Tortilla Chips, Pork Chicharrones and Salsa Frita |
$4.00 |
| Ceviche Rojo Citrus Marinated Shrimp*, Citrus Tamari Morita Sauce, Avocado, Cherry Tomatoes, Red Onions, Cucumbers, Cilantro and Tortilla Chips. |
$17.00 |
| Main Menu – Lunch – Lunch Appetizers | |
| Clasico Guacamole Hass Avocado, Lime, White Onions, Serrano Chiles, Cilantro and Tortilla Chips |
$12.00 |
| Elote Asado Grilled sweet white corn (off the cob), chile morita aioli, cotija cheese and chile con limon powder. |
$11.00 |
| Nachos Fresh Tortilla Chips, Poblano Suiza, Tres Quesos, Refried Pinto Beans and Pico de Gallo. Add Chicken (3), Al Pastor (4) or Steak (5) |
$13.00 |
| Chips And Salsa Tortilla Chips and Our House Salsa Frita |
$3.00 |
| Chips, Chicharrones And Salsa Tortilla Chips, Pork Chicharrones and Salsa Frita |
$4.00 |
| Diablitos Fire-Toasted Peel & Eat South Pacific Shrimp, Lime, Cotija Cheese and Volcano Salsa |
$17.00 |
| Choriqueso Verde Green Chorizo, Poblano Suiza, Tres Quesos, Avocado Toreado Salsa, Spring Onion, Serrano Chiles & Flour Tortillas |
$16.00 |
| Main Menu – Lunch – Lunch Soups | |
| Fideo Soup Cup of toasted noodles, tomato broth, avocado, crema, tortilla strips, and queso fresco. |
$5.00 |
| Main Menu – Lunch – Lunch Salads | |
| Chopped Caesar Salad Romaine Lettuce, Spicy Caesar Dressing* on the side, Pico de Gallo and Parmesano Reggiano |
$12.00 |
| Ensalada Clasica Mixed Greens, Avocado, Tomatoes, Red Onion, Cucumbers, Queso Fresco, Toasted Pepita Seeds and Agave Lemon Vinaigrette. Add Chicken (3) or Shrimp (5) |
$11.00 |
| Main Menu – Lunch – Lunch Entrees | |
| Crispy Carnitas Plate Seared Slow Cooked Pork, Pico de Gallo, Pickled Jalapenos, Refried Pinto Beans, Shaved Onion, Serranos and Corn Tortillas |
$19.00 |
| Lunch Burrito Choice of Steak, Al Pastor, Carnitas, Pollo or Vegetables. Made With a Flour Tortilla, Refried Pinto Beans, Tres Quesos, Mexican Fried Rice and Salsa Frita. |
$13.00 |
| Mexibol A Mexican lunch bowl with Choice of Steak, Carnitas, Al Pastor, Shrimp, Chicken or Vegetables. Made With Refried Pinto Beans, Mexican Fried Rice, Pico De Gallo, Avocado Toreado Salsa, Salsa Frita and Tortilla Chips. |
$14.00 |
| Taco And Quesadilla Plates Choose Any Combination of two Items Below. Each Dish Comes With Refried Beans and Mexican Fried Rice. If you choose one option, we will give you two of that same item. |
$14.00 |
| Main Menu – Lunch – Lunch Side Dishes | |
| Mexican Fried Rice | $6.00 |
| Grilled Vegetables | $7.00 |
| Refried Pinto Beans | $5.00 |
| Main Menu – Lunch – Kids Menu | |
| Kids Quesadilla Tres Quesos and a Flour Tortilla. Served w/ fried rice and refried pinto beans. Add Steak (3) or Chicken (2) |
$5.00 |
| Bean & Cheese Burrito Refried Pinto Beans, Tres Quesos and Flour Tortilla. Served w/ fried rice and refried pinto beans |
$5.00 |
| Kids Soft Taco Steak or Chicken and a Flour Tortilla. Served w/ fried rice and refried pinto beans. |
$6.00 |
| Main Menu – Lunch – Family Meals | |
| Family Taco Meal 2 Pounds of Meat Choose Two: Steak, Chicken, Carnitas or Al Pastor 1 Pint of Refried Pinto Beans 1 Pint of Mexican Fried Rice 12 Tortillas 1 Pint of Pico de Gallo 1/2 Pint of Salsa Verde 1/2 Pint of Salsa Frita 1/2 Pint of Lime Wedges Tortilla Chips |
$58.00 |
| Family Style Pozole December Take Out Special!! FAMILY STYLE POZOLE // Serves 3-4 People Comes with 32oz of the Pozole Red Broth (Hominy, Guajillo Chile Broth, Pulled Pork, Red Onion, Chile Peron and Oregano) and all the additional fixings: Corn Tortilla Chips, Sliced Onions, Sliced Radishes, Shredded Lettuce, Oregano and our specialty Volcano Salsa. Simply Heat, Mix in ingredients and serve. |
$20.00 |
| Main Menu – Lunch – Meat by the Pound | |
| Chicken One Pound of Chicken Seasoned, Cooked and Prepared the Descanso Way. |
$17.00 |
| Steak One Pound of Steak Seasoned, Cooked and Prepared the Descanso Way. |
$19.00 |
| Carnitas One Pound of Carnitas Seasoned, Cooked and Prepared the Descanso Way. |
$18.00 |
| Al Pastor One Pound of Al Pastor Seasoned, Cooked and Prepared the Descanso Way. |
$18.00 |
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: descansorestaurant.comopentable.com
Contact Descanso Restaurant
Address: 1555 Adams Ave #103, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Phone: (714) 486-3798
Website: http://www.descansorestaurant.com/
Hours
| Wednesday | 11:30AM–9PM |
| Thursday | 11:30AM–9PM |
| Friday | 11:30AM–10:30PM |
| Saturday | 11AM–10:30PM |
| Sunday | 11AM–9PM |
| Monday | 3–9PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30AM–9PM |
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