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La Palapa Grill & Cantina Main Street Ellicott City

8307 Main St, Ellicott City, MD
Pickup Only
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DINNER MENU
DRINKS
KIDS MENU
DESSERT

Featured Items

  • Small Guacamole a la carte

    GF V Ripe hass avocado, tomato, cilantro, lime, sea salt.
    $4.00
  • Rice a la carte

    GF V
    $4.00
  • Chicken Fajita

    GF Grilled chicken served sizzling with onions + peppers. Accompanied by pico, fresh guacamole, sour cream, corn tortillas GF or flour tortillas, rice + choice of black or refried beans.
    $25.00

DINNER MENU

Guacamole

served in corn tortilla bowl GF* with corn tortilla chips GF*.
  • Guacamole Dip

    GF V Ripe hass avocado, tomato, onion, cilantro, lime, sea salt. Served with corn tortilla chips.
    $14.00
  • Guacamole La Palapa

    GF Guacamole + chorizo + queso fresco. Served with corn tortilla chips.
    $17.00

Appetizers

  • Chips + Salsa To Go

    GF* Corn tortilla chips and mild red salsa (8oz.). Serves 4-6
    $7.00
  • Queso Dip

    V Blend of cheeses, chilies, dos equis ambar, corn tortilla chips. add ground beef or chorizo + 3
    $11.00
  • Nachos

    GF* Corn tortilla chips, refried beans, salsa roja, melted cheese, pico, sour cream, pickled jalapeños.
    $14.00
  • Mexican Street Corn

    GF V Fire-roasted corn off the cob, fresh lime, house tajin, mayo, queso cotija, crema drizzle.
    $7.00
  • Chicken Taquitos

    Shredded chicken, crispy flour tortilla, lettuce, pico, sour cream, fresh guacamole.
    $15.00
  • Beef Taquitos

    Shredded steak, crispy corn tortilla, lettuce, pico, sour cream, fresh guacamole.
    $15.00
  • Ceviche

    GF* Fish, shrimp, fresh lime, tomato, red onion, cilantro, chile serrano, corn tortilla chips.
    $16.00
  • Pork Tamal

    GF Corn masa + green chile pork steamed in banana leaf, topped with lettuce, pico, crema, fresh avocado.
    $10.00
  • Stuffed Jalapeños

    Shredded chicken, breaded and fried golden brown, sour cream.
    $11.00
  • Wings

    GF* 8 Jumbo wings tossed in BBQ, Old Bay, or Buffalo. Served with celery and ranch or blue cheese.
    $15.00
  • Salsa 8oz. To Go

    Mild
    $4.00
  • Salsa 16oz. To Go

    Mild
    $7.00
  • Chips To Go

    GF* Corn tortilla chips. Serves 4-6.
    $3.00

Sopas + Ensaladas

  • Cup Chicken Tortilla Soup

    GF* Classic mexican soup, topped with corn tortilla strips, guacamole, cheese.
    $7.00
  • Bowl Chicken Tortilla Soup

    GF* Classic mexican soup, topped with corn tortilla strips, guacamole, cheese.
    $9.00
  • Cup Crema De Maíz

    GF Grilled corn, bacon, tasso ham, cream.
    $9.00
  • Bowl Crema De Maíz

    GF Grilled corn, bacon, tasso ham, cream.
    $12.00
  • Taco Salad

    GF* V Flour tortilla bowl, rice, black beans, crisp iceberg, pico, cheese, sour cream, corn bread.
    $15.00
  • Mexican Salad

    GF V Mixed greens, avocado, tomato, onion, cucumber, queso fresco, house-made mexican vinaigrette.
    $10.00
  • Caesar Salad

    GF * V* Crisp romaine, real caesar dressing, corn tortilla strips, queso cotija.
    $10.00

Quesadillas

corn tortilla GF or flour tortilla, served with sour cream and pico. add sautéed peppers and onions + 2.
  • Birria Quesadilla

    GF Slow braised beef.
    $18.00
  • Steak Quesadilla

    GF Marinated steak.
    $18.00
  • Grilled Chicken Quesadilla

    GF Marinated grilled chicken.
    $17.00
  • Shrimp Quesadilla

    GF Grilled shrimp.
    $17.00
  • Rajas Con Hongo Quesadilla

    GF V Roasted poblano peppers, mushrooms, onions.
    $16.00
  • Cheese Quesadilla

    GF V Plain cheese quesadilla.
    $13.00

Tacos

three soft corn GF or flour tortillas per order. served with rice + choice of black or refried beans.
  • Birria Tacos

    GF Slow braised beef, melted cheese, onions, cilantro, radishes, consomé for dipping.
    $20.00
  • Asada Tacos

    GF Marinated steak, cilantro, onion, green tomatillo salsa.
    $20.00
  • Tacos Al Carbon

    GF Grilled chicken, lettuce, pico, cheese, sour cream, guacamole.
    $19.00
  • Tacos De Camaron

    GF Garlic shrimp, roasted tomato salsa + onions + peppers, avocado.
    $19.00
  • Tacos De Pescado

    GF Grilled fish, creamy habanero slaw, pico, queso fresco.
    $19.00
  • Tacos De Rajas Con Hongos

    GF V Roasted poblano peppers, mushrooms, onions, green tomatillo salsa.
    $17.00
  • Tex-Mex Tacos

    GF* is Crispy corn shells, topped with lettuce, pico, cheese, and sour cream. choose one: chicken tinga, ground beef, green chile pork, or refried beans V
    $18.00

Enchiladas

three per order, made with corn tortillas GF. served with rice + choice of black or refried beans.
  • Molé Enchiladas

    N Grilled chicken, molé poblano (blend of chilies, nuts, dried fruit, hint of mexican chocolate), sesame seeds, queso fresco, red onion.
    $21.00
  • Pollo Enchiladas

    GF Chicken tinga, roasted tomato salsa, queso fresco, crema drizzle.
    $19.00
  • Enchiladas De Carne

    GF Ground beef, enchilada sauce, queso fresco, crema drizzle.
    $19.00
  • Enchiladas Verdes

    GF Pork in a green tomatillo salsa, queso fresco, crema drizzle.
    $19.00
  • Enchiladas Coloradas

    GF V Melted cheese, diced red onion, enchilada sauce, queso fresco, crema drizzle.
    $18.00

Fajitas

served sizzling with onions + peppers. served with pico, fresh guacamole, sour cream, corn tortillas GF or flour tortillas, rice + choice of black or refried beans.
  • Fiesta Fajita

    GF Grilled chicken, steak, and shrimp served sizzling with onions + peppers. Accompanied by pico, fresh guacamole, sour cream, corn tortillas GF or flour tortillas, rice + choice of black or refried beans.
    $28.00
  • Chicken Fajita

    GF Grilled chicken served sizzling with onions + peppers. Accompanied by pico, fresh guacamole, sour cream, corn tortillas GF or flour tortillas, rice + choice of black or refried beans.
    $25.00
  • Steak Fajita

    GF Grilled steak served sizzling with onions + peppers. Accompanied by pico, fresh guacamole, sour cream, corn tortillas GF or flour tortillas, rice + choice of black or refried beans.
    $26.00
  • Chicken + Steak Fajita

    GF Grilled chicken + steak served sizzling with onions + peppers. Accompanied by pico, fresh guacamole, sour cream, corn tortillas GF or flour tortillas, rice + choice of black or refried beans.
    $26.00
  • Shrimp Fajita

    GF Grilled shrimp served sizzling with onions + peppers. Accompanied by pico, fresh guacamole, sour cream, corn tortillas GF or flour tortillas, rice + choice of black or refried beans.
    $25.00
  • Salmon Fajita

    GF Grilled salmon filet served sizzling with onions + peppers. Accompanied by pico, fresh guacamole, sour cream, corn tortillas GF or flour tortillas, rice + choice of black or refried beans.
    $26.00
  • Portobello Fajita

    GF V Portobello mushroom served sizzling with onions + peppers. Accompanied by pico, fresh guacamole, sour cream, corn tortillas GF or flour tortillas, rice + choice of black or refried beans.
    $20.00

Gilberto's Specials

  • Carne Asada

    GF NY strip, grilled to order, topped with a garlic infused butter. Served with rice, beans, corn or flour tortillas.
    $32.00
  • Chile Relleno Shrimp + Chorizo

    GF Roasted poblano pepper stuffed with chorizo + shrimp, roasted tomato sauce, queso fresco. Served with rice and beans.
    $21.00
  • Chicken Cantina

    GF Charbroiled chicken breast in a roasted tomato sauce with sautéed onions, mushrooms, and broccoli. Served with rice and beans.
    $24.00
  • Chile Verde

    GF Tender braised pork simmered in a zesty green tomatillo salsa, topped with fresh cilantro and a dollop of sour cream. Served with rice, beans, corn or flour tortillas.
    $20.00
  • Salmon A La Veracruz

    GF Seared salmon filet topped with a vibrant tomato, olive, and caper sauce, infused with fresh cilantro and lime. Served with rice and mixed vegetables.
    $26.00
  • Camarones A La Mexicana

    GF Jumbo shrimp sautéed with peppers, onions, and tomatoes. Served over a bed of rice.
    $25.00
  • Camarones Al Ajillo

    GF Jumbo shrimp sautéed in a garlic infused lemon butter sauce with a touch of white wine. Served with rice and mixed vegetables.
    $24.00
  • Camarones A La Diabla

    GF Jumbo shrimp cooked in a bold, tangy chili sauce with a kick of heat. Served with rice and mixed vegetables.
    $24.00
  • Sunken Burrito

    V Refried beans, rice, cheese, and lettuce wrapped in a large soft flour tortilla, topped with green tomatillo or roasted tomato salsa (sub queso sauce + 1), crema drizzle. Served with pico and fresh guacamole.
    $17.00
  • Chimichanga

    V Refried beans, rice, and cheese wrapped in a large flour tortilla, fried crispy. Topped with shredded lettuce (sub queso sauce + 1), pico, and sour cream.
    $17.00

Handhelds

served on a brioche bun with fries or small caesar salad.
  • Avocado Bacon Chicken Sandwich

    Grilled chicken, bacon, swiss cheese, avocado, onion, lettuce, tomato, chipotle aioli.
    $16.00
  • Queso Burger

    All beef patty, grilled to order, tomato, pickled jalapeños, sautéed onions, smothered with queso sauce.
    $17.00
  • Avocado Bacon Burger

    All beef patty, grilled to order, bacon, swiss cheese, avocado, lettuce, tomato, onion, chipotle aioli.
    $17.00

A La Carte / Sides

  • Avocado Slices a la carte

    $4.00
  • Black Beans a la carte

    GF V
    $4.00
  • Chiles Toreados (2)

    Grilled serrano peppers. Spicy!
    $1.00
  • Corn Bread (3) a la carte

    House-made
    $4.00
  • Corn Tortilla a la carte

    GF
    $0.25
  • Creamy Habanero Slaw a la carte

    Mild
    $2.00
  • Flour Tortilla a la carte

    $0.25
  • French Fries a la carte

    $3.00
  • Green Tomatillo Salsa a la carte

    Mild.
    $2.00
  • Habanero Salsa a la carte

    Spicy!
    $1.00
  • Jalapeńos Pickled a la carte

    $1.00
  • Mexican Crema a la carte

    $1.00
  • Mixed Vegetables a la carte

    Seasonal vegetables.
    $4.00
  • Pico De Gallo a la carte

    $2.00
  • Queso Fresco a la carte

    Crumbled Mexican cheese.
    $1.50
  • Refried Beans a la carte

    GF V
    $4.00
  • Rice a la carte

    GF V
    $4.00
  • Roasted Tomato Salsa a la carte

    Mild.
    $1.50
  • Shredded Cheese a la carte

    $1.00
  • Small Guacamole a la carte

    GF V Ripe hass avocado, tomato, cilantro, lime, sea salt.
    $4.00
  • Sour Cream a la carte

    $1.00

DRINKS

Non Alcoholic Drinks

  • Agua De Tamarindo

    Sweet, tart, and refreshing Tamarind drink.
    $5.00
  • Bottled Water

    $3.00
  • Horchata

    Horchata (or-CHAH-tah)- Sweetened Mexican rice drink made with cinnamon.
    $5.00
  • Jarritos- Mandarin

    The pioneer of mandarin sodas packs a powerful combination of tangy and sweet that will reawaken your palate with every sip.
    $4.00
  • Mexican Coke

    Coca-Cola Original Taste — the crisp, refreshing taste you know and love
    $4.00
  • Topo Chico Mineral Water

    Topo Chico has always been known for the legend surrounding its origins. Whether you believe in the legend or not, you'll still be able to enjoy the crisp, no-calorie taste of Topo Chico.
    $4.00
  • Tazo Tea

    $4.00

Mocktails

zero proof drinks.
  • Zero Rita

    almave blanco, fresh lime, agave, tajin, rocks.
    $10.00
  • Spicy Zero Rita

    serrano infused almave blanco, fresh lime, agave, tajin, rocks.
    $11.00
  • Palomita

    almave blanco, muddled lime, grapefruit, salt.
    OUT OF STOCK
    $10.00
  • Ranchito

    almave blanco, muddled lime, topo chico, tajin.
    OUT OF STOCK
    $10.00

Margaritas

  • Blackberry Margarita

    Maestro Dobel cristalino, blackberry, fresh lime, agave, lava salt.
    $14.00
  • Mezcalita

    400 conejos mezcal, triple-sec, fresh lime, agave, rocks.
    $13.00
  • Passion Fruit Margarita

    maestro dobel cristalino tequila, passion fruit, fresh lime, agave, rocks, chamoy + tajin.
    $14.00
  • ToGo Cadillac Margarita

    Reposado tequila, gran gala premium orange liqueur, La PaLa Palapa mix, rocks. Food must be ordered with alcoholic beverages.
    $10.00
  • 32oz. Cadillac Margarita ToGo

    32oz. No Ice (serves 5 drinks) of our Cadillac Margarita Ft. 1800 Tequila. Ready to serve over ice.Food must be ordered with alcoholic beverages.
    $50.00
  • 64oz. Jug Cadillac Margarita ToGo

    64oz. No Ice (serves 10 drinks) of our top shelf Cadillac Margarita Ft. 1800 Tequila and Gran Gala orange liqueur. Ready to serve over ice. Food must be ordered with alcoholic beverages.
    $100.00
  • ToGo Fruitarita on the Rocks

    La Palapa Margarita on the rocks with choice of one of the following: Mango | Peach | Pomegranate | Raspberry | Strawberry.Food must be ordered with alcoholic beverages.
    $10.00
  • ToGo La Palapa Margarita

    José Cuervo Gold Tequila / Triple-Sec / La Palapa Mix / Rocks.Food must be ordered with alcoholic beverages.
    $9.00
  • 32oz. La Palapa Margarita ToGo

    32oz. No Ice (serves 5 drinks) of our La Palapa Margarita Ft. José Cuervo Tequila. Ready to serve over ice. Food must be ordered with alcoholic beverages.
    $45.00
  • 64oz. Jug La Palapa Margarita ToGo

    64oz. No Ice (serves 10 drinks) of our La Palapa Margarita Ft. José Cuervo Tequila. Ready to serve over ice. Food must be ordered with alcoholic beverages.
    $90.00
  • ToGo Fresh Agave Margarita

    Reposado tequila, cointreau, agave, fresh lime, rocks. Food must be ordered with alcoholic beverages.
    $12.00
  • ToGo Skinny Margarita

    Blanco tequila, cointreau, fresh lime, rocks. Food must be ordered with alcoholic beverages.
    $15.00
  • ToGo Spicy Margarita

    Habanero infused blanco tequila, cointreau, agave, fresh lime, rocks. Food must be ordered with alcoholic beverages.
    $12.00
  • ToGo Red Sangria

    House-Made / Red Wine / Fruity / Rocks.Food must be ordered with alcoholic beverages.
    $8.00
  • 64oz. Jug Red Sangria To Go

    64oz. No Ice (serves 10 drinks) Jug of Red Sangria. Ready to serve over ice.Food must be ordered with alcoholic beverages. No
    $80.00

KIDS MENU

  • Little Amigo Burger W/ Cheese

    Little Amigo GF*- All beef patty. Served with cheese and choice of Mexican rice, Refried Beans or Fries.
    $10.00
  • Little Amigo Burger No Cheese

    Little Amigo GF*- All beef patty. Served without cheese and choice of Mexican rice, Refried Beans or Fries.
    $10.00
  • Niño Chicken Fingers

    Niño Chicken Fingers- Two fried chicken tenders. Served with choice of Mexican rice, Refried Beans or Fries.
    $10.00
  • Niño Hot Dog

    Hot Dog GF*- All beef frank. Served with choice of Mexican rice, Refried Beans or Fries.
    $10.00
  • Niño Quesadilla Cheese

    Niño Quesadilla V GF*- Flour tortilla stuffed with melted cheese. Served with sour cream.
    $9.00
  • Niño Quesadilla Grilled Chicken

    Niño Quesadilla GF*- Flour tortilla stuffed with melted cheese and grilled chicken. Served with sour cream.
    $10.00
  • Niño Taco

    Niño Taco V* GF*- Crispy corn or Soft flour taco shell filled with your choice of Refried Bean, Ground Beef or Seasoned Shredded Chicken. Topped with lettuce, pico de gallo and cheese. Served with choice of Mexican rice, Refried Beans or Fries.
    $10.00
  • Pedro Burrito Black Beans

    Pedro Burrito V GF*- Flour tortilla stuffed with Black Beans. Topped with red sauce and melted cheese. Served with choice of Mexican rice, Refried Beans or Fries.
    $10.00
  • Pedro Burrito Ground Beef

    Pedro Burrito- Flour tortilla stuffed with Ground Beef. Topped with red sauce and melted cheese. Served with choice of Mexican rice, Refried Beans or Fries.
    $10.00
  • Pedro Burrito Pork

    Pedro Burrito GF*- Flour tortilla stuffed with pork in a green tomatillo salsa. Topped with red sauce and melted cheese. Served with choice of Mexican rice, Refried Beans or Fries.
    $10.00
  • Pedro Burrito Refried Beans & Cheese

    Pedro Burrito V GF*- Flour tortilla stuffed with Refried Beans & Cheese. Topped with red sauce and melted cheese. Served with choice of Mexican rice, Refried Beans or Fries.
    $10.00
  • Pedro Burrito Shredded Chicken

    Pedro Burrito GF*- Flour tortilla stuffed with Seasoned Shredded Chicken. Topped with red sauce and melted cheese. Served with choice of Mexican rice, Refried Beans or Fries.
    $10.00
  • Pépé Platter

    Pépé Platter V* GF*- Cheese enchilada made with corn tortilla, topped with red sauce. Served with choice of Mexican rice, Refried Beans or Fries.
    $10.00

DESSERT

Desserts

  • Bread Pudding w/ Ice Cream

    Brioche bread pudding topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and drizzled with rich chocolate abuelita sauce.
    $9.00
  • Chocolate Lovin' Spoon

    Traditional chocolate cake.
    $9.00
  • Flan

    Traditional mexican caramel custard. Served with whipped cream.
    $7.00
  • Fried Ice Cream

    Scoop of vanilla or chocolate ice cream, coated in a crunchy blend of cornflakes and coconut, fried to create a warm, crispy shell. Finished with honey, cinnamon, and whipped cream.
    $8.00
  • Key Lime Pie

    Key lime filling with whipped cream icing and a grham cracker crust.
    $9.00
  • Pastel De Tres Leches

    Sponge cake soaked in three kinds of milk with whipped cream icing.
    $9.00
  • Sopapillas

    Two puff pastries served warm, dusted with cinnamon and powdered sugar, finished with a drizzle of honey.
    $7.00
  • Turtle Cheesecake

    Cheesecake topped with caramel, chocolate, and nuts.
    $9.00
  • Xangos

    Cheesecake in a pastry shell. Fried until crisp and golden brown, rolled in cinnamon and sugar and served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and whipped cream.
    $10.00

Ceviche

$16.00

GF* Fish, shrimp, fresh lime, tomato, red onion, cilantro, chile serrano, corn tortilla chips.

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La Palapa Location and Ordering Hours

(410) 465-0070
8307 Main St, Ellicott City, MD 21043
Open now • Closes at 9PM
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