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Descanso Restaurant Costa Mesa

1555 Adams Ave. Suite 103, Costa Mesa, CA
TAKE OUT MENU
CATERING MENU (Minimum 12 hrs. advance notice; if needed earlier, please give us a call to check availability.)

TAKE OUT MENU

Appetizers

  • Chips, Chicharrones y Salsa

    Corn Tortilla Chips, Pork Chicharrones and Salsa Frita
    $4.00
  • Clasico Guacamole

    Hass Avocado, Lime, White Onions, Serrano Chiles, Cilantro and Fresh Tortilla Chips
    $13.00
  • Elote Asado

    Grilled Sweet White Corn, Chile Morita Aioli, Cotija Cheese and Chile Con Limon Powder
    $12.00
  • Nachos

    Corn Tortilla Chips, Poblano Suiza, Tres Quesos, Avocado Toreado Salsa, Crema, Morita Aioli, Refried Pinto Beans and Pico de Gallo. Add Chicken (3), Al Pastor (4) or Steak (5)
    $14.00
  • Choriqueso Verde

    Green Chorizo, Poblano Suiza, Tres Quesos, Avocado y Chile Toreado Salsa, Spring Onion, Serrano Chiles and Flour Tortillas.
    $16.00
  • Diablitos

    Fire-Toasted Peel & Eat South Pacific Shrimp, Lime, Cotija Cheese and Volcano Salsa
    $17.00
  • Taquitos

    Four Taquitos with Shredded Chicken, Guacamole, Tomato, Onion, Garlic, Lettuce, Crema, Micro Cilantro, Cotija Cheese, Morita Aioli and Watermelon Radish
    $14.00
  • Ceviche Campechano

    Citrus Marinated Octopus*, Shrimp*, Yellowtail*, Tomato, Red Onion, Cucumber, Cilantro, Avocado, Pico de Gallo Juice and Tortilla Chips
    $19.00
  • Ceviche el Tigre

    Wild Caught Striped Bass*, Lime, Leche de Tigre, Pomegranate, Avocado, Cucumber, Red Onion, Fresno Chile and Blue Corn Tortilla Chips.
    $20.00

Soup

  • Fideo Soup

    Cup of Toasted Noodles, Tomato Broth, Avocado, Crema, Tortilla Strips and Queso Fresco. Add Chicken (3)
    $6.00

Salads

  • Chopped Caesar Salad

    Romaine Lettuce, Spicy Caesar Dressing* on the side, Pico de Gallo, Morita Croutons and Parmesano Reggiano.
    $14.00
  • Ensalada Clasica

    Mixed Greens, Avocado, Tomatoes, Red Onion, Cucumbers, Queso Fresco, Toasted Pepita Seeds and Agave Lemon Vinaigrette. Add Chicken (3) or Shrimp (5)
    $13.00

Family Meals

  • Family Taco Meal

    Comes with 2 Pounds of Meat (Choose Up to Two Options: Steak, Chicken, Al Pastor or Carnitas ), 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 and Tortilla Chips. (servers 4+ Adults). Choosing 1 meat will get you 2 pounds of that particular protein.
    $58.00

Entrees

  • Crispy Carnitas Plate

    Seared Slow Cooked Pork, Pico de Gallo, Pickled Jalapenos, Refried Pinto Beans, Shaved Onion, Serranos and Corn Tortillas
    $24.00
  • Asada Plate

    Chicken or Steak, Roasted Poblanos, Grilled Onions, Fingerling Potatoes, Avocado Toreado Salsa, Cotija Cheese, Chile Morita Aioli, Refried Pinto Beans and Flour Tortillas
    $26.00
  • Short Rib Estofado

    Braised Short Rib, Pinto Bean Jus, Avocado, Baby Carrots. Served with Blue Corn Tortillas.
    $36.00
  • Enchiladas de Langosta

    Three Poached Lobster Enchiladas Prepared in Flour Tortillas with Tres Quesos, Crema, Micro Cilantro, Suiza and Mango Habanero Sauce. Served with Mexican Fried Rice and Refried Pinto Beans.
    $38.00
  • Poblano Rajas

    Poblano Chiles, White Wine Reduction Crema, Onions, Mushrooms, Corn, Serrano Chiles, Tres Quesos and Refried Pinto Beans. Served with Corn Tortillas.
    $23.00
  • Alambre

    Choice of Filet Steak, Al Pastor Pork, Chicken, Shrimp or Seasonal Vegetables. Tres Quesos, Bacon (Only in Steak, Chicken and Shrimp Options), Onions, Bell Peppers, Avocado Toreado Salsa, Micro Cilantro and Serrano Chiles. Served with Flour Tortillas
    $22.00
  • Paraiso Huachinango

    Chile Seasoned Deep Fried Whole Red Snapper, Guacamole, Pico de Gallo, Limes, Side Salad and Blue Corn Tortillas
    OUT OF STOCK
    $48.00
  • Hanger Steak

    8oz Pan Seared Hanger Steak, Grilled Potatoes, Onions, Corn, Poblano Mushrooms, Avocado Toreado Salsa, Roasted Serrano Chile, Micro Cilantro and Cebollitas. Served with Blue Corn Tortillas.
    $37.00
  • Plato de Quesadilla

    Two Cheese Quesadillas served open faced on Flour Tortillas with Salsa Verde, Cotija Cheese and Cilantro. Served with Refried Pinto Beans and Mexican Fried Riec.
    $18.00

Taco Plates

  • El Toro Taco Plate

    Two Ranchero Steak Tacos, Avocado Toreado Salsa, Grilled Onions, Poblano Peppers and a Blue Corn Tortilla. Served on Blue Corn Tortillas.
    $20.00
  • Felipe Taco Plate

    Two Tacos with Ribeye Filet Marinated in Garlic, Poblano Chiles, Onions, Oyster Mushrooms, Tres Quesos and Tomatillo Salsa Cruda
    $25.00
  • Don Chingon Taco Plate

    Two Tacos with Spit-Roasted Al Pastor Pork, Red Onion, Salsa Frita, Avocado Toreado Salsa and Micro Cilantro. Served on Blue Corn Tortillas.
    $18.00
  • Mayan Taco Plate

    Two Grilled Achiote Marinated Chicken Tacos, Habanero Pickled Red Onions and Cilantro. Served on Blue Corn Tortillas.
    $17.00
  • El Dorado Taco Plate

    Two Chile Rubbed Mahi Mahi Tacos, Chamoy, Mexislaw, Chile Peanuts and Chile Morita Aioli. Served on Blue Corn Tortillas.
    $19.00
  • The Relleno Taco Plate

    Two Tacos with Roasted Anaheim Chile, Tatuma Squash, Corn, Sweet Peppers, Tres Quesos, Salsa Verde and Cotija Cheese. Served on a Blue Corn Tortilla.
    $17.00
  • Volcano Taco Plate

    Two 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
    $24.00
  • Gordito Taco Plate

    Two Pork Belly Tacos Braised in Mexican Coca-Cola, Himalayan Salt, Garlic and Herbs; with Chipotle-Peach Syrup, Avocado Toreado Salsa, Micro Cilantro and Marinated Red Cabbage
    $28.00
  • Taco de Birria Plate

    Two Short Rib Estofado Tacos with Guacamole, Onion, Micro Cilantro, Salsa Verde and Birria Consome. Served on Handmade Corn Tortillas.
    $26.00

Sides

  • Mexican Fried Rice

    $6.00
  • Grilled Vegetables

    $7.00
  • Refried Pinto Beans

    $5.00
  • Serrano Chile Potatoes

    $6.00

Meat By The Pound

  • Steak (1 lb.)

    One Pound of Steak Seasoned, Cooked and Prepared the Descanso Way.
    $21.00
  • Chicken (1 lb.)

    One Pound of Chicken Seasoned, Cooked and Prepared the Descanso Way.
    $17.00
  • Al Pastor (1 lb.)

    One Pound of Al Pastor Seasoned, Cooked and Prepared the Descanso Way.
    $18.00
  • Carnitas (1 lb.)

    One Pound of Carnitas Seasoned, Cooked and Prepared the Descanso Way.
    $18.00

Dessert

  • S'mores Bread Pudding

    Marshmallows, Mexican Chocolate, Baked Galletas Maria Crumbs and "Some More" Roasted Marshmallows.
    $14.00
  • Flan

    Caramel Baked Custard Flan, Berries and Hibiscus Dust.
    $9.00
  • Arroz Con Leche Cheesecake

    Mexican Rice Pudding Cheesecake, Cinnamon, Strawberries and Caramel Cajeta Sauce
    $12.00

Kids Menu

  • Kids Quesadilla

    Tres Quesos, Flour Tortillas, served with Rice and Beans. Add Steak (3) or Chicken (2)
    $6.00
  • Kids Bean & Cheese Burrito

    Flour Tortilla, Refried Pinto Beans and Tres Quesos. Served with Rice and Beans
    $6.00
  • Kids Soft Taco

    Steak or Chicken, Flour Tortilla. Served with Rice and Beans
    $7.00
  • Chicken Taquitos

    $7.00

Merchandise

  • Tortilla Warmer

    Keep your Tortillas Warm at Home!
    $15.00

A la Carte Tacos & Quesadillas

  • El Toro Taco

    Ranchero Steak, Avocado Toreado Salsa, Grilled Onions and Poblano Peppers on a Blue Corn Tortilla.
    $8.00
  • Don Chingon Taco

    Spit- Roasted Al Pastor Pork, Red Onions, Salsa Frita, Chamoy, Avocado Toreado Salsa on a Blue Corn Tortilla
    $7.00
  • Mayan Taco

    Grilled Achiote Marinated Chicken, Habanero Pickled Red Onions, Salsa Frita and Cilantro. Served on a Blue Corn Tortilla.
    $6.50
  • El Dorado Taco

    Chile Rubbed Mahi Mahi, Chamoy, Mexislaw, Chile Peanuts and Chile Morita Aioli on a Blue Corn Tortilla.
    $7.50
  • The Relleno Taco

    Roasted Anaheim Chile Taco with Tatuma Squash, Corn, Sweet Peppers, Tres Quesos, Salsa Verde and Cotija Cheese on a Blue Corn Tortilla.
    $6.50
  • Felipe Taco

    Garlic Marinated Ribeye Taco with Poblano Chiles, Onions, Oyster Mushrooms, Tres Quesos and Tomatillo Salsa Cruda on a Blue Corn Tortilla.
    $10.50
  • Volcano Taco

    Surf and Turf Taco: Ranchero Steak, Agave Glazed Shrimp, Tres Quesos, Serrano Chiles, Habanero Pickled Red Onions, Queso Fresco, Volcano Salsa and Avocado Toreado Salsa. Served on a Blue Corn and a Flour Tortilla.
    $10.00
  • Queso Quesadilla

    Tres Quesos, Salsa Verde, Cilantro and Cotija Cheese.
    $6.00
  • Carne Quesadilla

    Steak, Tres Quesos, Salsa Verde, Cilantro and Cotija Cheese.
    $8.00
  • Al Pastor Quesadilla

    Pork, Tres Quesos, Salsa Verde, Cilantro and Cotija Cheese.
    $7.00
  • Pollo Quesadilla

    Chicken, Tres Quesos, Salsa Verde, Cilantro and Cotija Cheese.
    $6.50
  • Camaron Quesadilla

    Shrimp, Tres Quesos, Salsa Verde, Cilantro and Cotija Cheese.
    $7.50
  • Vegetable Quesadilla

    Seasonal Vegetables, Tres Quesos, Salsa Verde, Cilantro and Cotija Cheese.
    $6.50
  • Gordito Taco

    Pork Belly Taco Braised in Mexican Coca-Cola, Himalayan Salt, Garlic and Herbs; With Chipotle-Peach Syrup, Avocado Toreado Salsa, Micro Cilantro and Marinated Red Cabbage
    $12.00
  • Taco de Birria

    Short Rib Estofado Taco with Guacamole, Onion, Micro Cilantro, Salsa Verde and Birria Consome. Served on a Handmade Corn Tortilla.
    $11.00
  • Carnitas Quesadilla

    Carnitas, Tres Quesos, Cotija Cheese, Salsa Verde and Cilantro served Open Faced on a Flour Tortilla.
    $7.00

Beverage Menu

  • El Descanso Margarita

    32oz Container. Makes 6-8 Cocktails When Poured Over Ice. Silver Tequila, Agave, Lime, Orange.
    $29.00
  • Bad Hombre Margarita

    32oz Container. Makes 6-8 Cocktails When Poured Over Ice. Reposado Tequila, Pineapple, Serrano Chile, Agave, Lime, Salt & Pepper
    $32.00
  • Cucumber + Sal Margarita

    32oz Container. Makes 6-8 Cocktails When Poured Over Ice. Cucumber Infused Silver Tequila, Cilantro Syrup, Lime, Black Seasalt.
    $31.00
  • Hibiscus Smash Cocktail

    32oz Container. Makes 6-8 Cocktails When Poured Over Ice. Vodka, Jamaica Flower Syrup, Mint, Lemon
    $31.00
  • Soda

    Fountain Drinks
    $3.00
  • Coca-Cola de Mexico (Bottle)

    $5.00
  • Sole Sparkling Bottle Water

    750ml
    $7.00

CATERING MENU (Minimum 12 hrs. advance notice; if needed earlier, please give us a call to check availability.)

Appetizer & Side Trays

  • Chips, Chicharrones & Salsa

    Fresh Tortilla Chips, Pork Chicharrones, Salsa Frita & Salsa Verde. (designed to serve 10 people)
    $28.00
  • Clasico Guacamole

    Hass Avocado, Lime, White Onions, Serrano Chiles, Cilantro and Fresh Tortilla Chips. (designed to serve 10 people)
    $57.00
  • Choriqueso Verde

    Green Chorizo, Poblano Suiza, Tres Quesos, Avocado y Chile Toreado Salsa, Spring Onion, Serrano Chiles and Flour Tortillas. (designed to serve 10 people)
    $58.00
  • Elote Asado

    Grilled Sweet White Corn, Chile Morita Aioli, Cotija Cheese, Micro Cilantro and Chile Con Limon Powder. (designed to serve 10 people)
    $47.00
  • Mexican Fried Rice

    Long Grain Rice, Fried with Corn, Bell Pepper and Onion Mix, Fresh Egg and Chile Morita Aioli and Gluten Free Soy Sauce. (designed to serve 10 people)
    $40.00
  • Grilled Vegetables

    Seasonal Local Vegetable Medley. (designed to serve 10 people)
    $42.00
  • Refried Pinto Beans

    Refried Pinto Beans with Queso Fresco. (designed to served 10 people)
    $34.00
  • Chopped White Onion

    1 Pint of Chopped White Onion
    $4.00
  • Chopped Cilantro

    1 Pint of Chopped Cilantro
    $3.00

Salad Trays

  • Ensalada Clasica

    Mixed Greens, Avocado, Tomatoes, Red Onion, Cucumbers, Radish, Queso Fresco, Toasted Pepita Seeds and Agave Lemon Vinaigrette. (designed to serve 10 people)
    $55.00
  • Chopped Caesar Salad

    Chopped Romain Lettuce, Spicy Caesar Dressing, Pico De Gallo, Morita Croutons and Parmesano Reggiano. (designed to serve 10 people)
    $62.00

Burrito Trays

  • Steak Burrito Tray

    Ten Steak Burritos on a Flour Tortilla that Come with Steak, Refried Pinto Beans, Tres Quesos Cheese Blend, Mexican Fried Rice and Salsa Frita.
    $145.00
  • Chicken Burrito Tray

    Ten Chicken Burritos on a Flour Tortilla that Come with Steak, Refried Pinto Beans, Tres Quesos Cheese Blend, Mexican Fried Rice and Salsa Frita.
    $130.00
  • Vegetable Burrito Tray

    Ten Vegetable Burritos on a Flour Tortilla that Come with Steak, Refried Pinto Beans, Tres Quesos Cheese Blend, Mexican Fried Rice and Salsa Frita.
    $120.00

Taco Bar Trays

  • Steak Taco Bar Tray

    Build your own tacos! Comes With Salsa Frita, Salsa Verde and Pico de Gallo (1 Pint of Each) and 20 Blue Corn Tortillas.
    $132.00
  • Carnitas Taco Bar Tray

    Build your own tacos! Comes With Salsa Frita, Salsa Verde and Pico de Gallo (1 Pint of Each) and 20 Blue Corn Tortillas.
    $112.00
  • Chicken Taco Bar Tray

    Build your own tacos! Comes With Salsa Frita, Salsa Verde and Pico de Gallo (1 Pint of Each) and 20 Blue Corn Tortillas.
    $107.00
  • Al Pastor Taco Bar Tray

    Build your own tacos! Comes With Salsa Frita, Salsa Verde and Pico de Gallo (1 Pint of Each) and 20 Blue Corn Tortillas.
    $112.00

Alambre Trays

  • Al Pastor Alambre Tray

    Spit-Roasted Pork, Tres Quesos, Bell Peppers, Onions, Avocado Toreado Salsa and Serrano Chiles. Comes with 20 Flour Tortillas.
    $167.00
  • Steak Alambre Tray

    Filet Steak, Tres Quesos, Onions, Bell Peppers, Bacon, Avocado Toreado Salsa and Serrano Chiles. Comes with 20 Flour Tortillas.
    $182.00
  • Pollo Alambre Tray

    Grilled Chicken, Tres Quesos, Onions, Bell Peppers, Bacon, Avocado Toreado Salsa and Serrano Chiles. Comes with 20 Flour Tortillas.
    $157.00
  • Vegetable Alambre Tray

    Grilled Summer Squash, Broccolini, Bell Peppers, Onions, Tres Quesos, Avocado Toreado Salsa and Serrano Chiles. Comes with 20 Flour Tortillas.
    $147.00
  • Shrimp Alambre Tray

    Grilled Shrimp, Tres Quesos, Onions, Bell Peppers, Bacon, Avocado Toreado Salsa and Serrano Chiles. Comes with 20 Flour Tortillas.
    $191.00

Chopped White Onion

$4.00

1 Pint of Chopped White Onion

Request advisory
No substitutes. Additions may be charged extra.
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Descanso Restaurant Costa Mesa Location and Ordering Hours

(714) 486-3798
1555 Adams Ave. Suite 103, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Open now • Closes at 10:30PM
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