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Every dish is an act of intention — sourced with care, grilled over mesquite charcoal, and finished with sea salt. All meats are 100% Halal and A5 Wagyu certified.

Halal Certified
Kobe Beef · A5 Wagyu
EntréeTacos & TostadasJosper GrillMain CoursesSeafood & ChargrillSalads & VegetablesSoupDesserts

✦   Small plates & starters

Entrée

Northern-Style Melted Cheese with Mesquite Grill

A blend of melted cheeses grilled over open flame, topped with golden artisanal chorizo and finished with smoky notes.

Baked Panela Cheese

Grilled panela cheese served with our classic chipotle jam.

Guacamole with Pork Cheek Chicharrón

Fresh avocado mashed to order with lime, fresh cilantro, and pico de gallo, served with crispy pork cheek chicharrón.

House Poisen Beans

Traditional refried beans with pork roast, served with corn tortillas, cilantro, red onion, and grilled chile toreado.

Creamy Northern-Style Hominy Stew

Sautéed loose corn kernels mixed with spiced cream, panela cheese, Tajín chili seasoning, and crunchy notes.

Ribeye Aguachile

Thin slices of grilled ribeye, marinated in black sauces, topped with crispy onions and avocado.

Dry Noodles with fresh Cheese & Pork Chicharrón

Golden noodles in a traditional tomato sauce, served with fresh cheese and crispy chicharrón.

Jalapeño Poppers with Cheese & Bacon

Jalapeño peppers stuffed with cream cheese, wrapped in bacon and grilled over charcoal, served with ponzu sauce.

Charcoal-Grilled Cauliflower with Lime and Piquín Chili

Charcoal-roasted cauliflower with serrano lime dressing and a touch of Tajín chili seasoning.

Ribeye Chicharrón

Crispy ribeye chicharrón over a base of guacamole, topped with grilled onions and a touch of Tajín chili seasoning.

Roasted Beet with Cultured Cream

Roasted beet with prepared jocoque mousse, dried fruits, and fresh arugula.

Crispy Fried Octopus

Crispy fried octopus served with guacamole, pickled red onion, and corn tortillas.

Truffle Fries with Grana Padano

Crispy potatoes tossed with truffle oil, Grana Padano cheese, and chives.

◈   Fire-kissed street classics

Tacos & Tostadas

Mexquite-Style Cantina Tacos

Corn tortilla filled with picadillo and mashed potatoes, served with refried beans and house salsas.

Skirt Steak Tacos

Skirt steak tacos with avocado on corn tortillas, served with salsa borracha.

Fresh Tuna Tostada with Ponzu

Fresh tuna with avocado and sriracha mayo dressing on a crispy corn tostada.

Tuna and Roasted Beet Tostada

Fresh tuna with roasted beet, jocoque, and sriracha mayo on a crispy tostada.

Shrimp Ceviche Tostada

Shrimp marinated in citrus with cucumber, red onion, and avocado.

Chargrilled Filet Volcano

Golden corn tortilla with refried beans, melted cheese, and beef filet.

Crispy Octopus Tacos in Aguachile Style

Crispy octopus with aguachile sauce on a golden tortilla.

Shrimp & Melted Cheese Tacos (Gober-style)

Shrimp, melted cheese, and poblano pepper in a corn tortilla.

Ribeye Gaonera with Bone Marrow

Thin slice of ribeye with Manchego cheese, grilled bone marrow, and serrano-lime sauce.

◉   Premium cuts over open flame

Josper Grill

Mesquite Grilled Ribeye

A5 Wagyu

A juicy, highly marbled cut, slow-grilled over mesquite charcoal to enhance its bold flavor and tender texture.

Signature House Tomahawk Steak

Signature

Impressive bone-in cut, grilled over open flame, ideal for sharing, with a deep smoky flavor and finished to perfection.

Cowboy Steak

Bone-in ribeye seared at high temperature and finished over open flame, with bold character and exceptional juiciness.

Northern-Style Skirt Steak

Traditional northern cut, charcoal-grilled, with bold flavor and a tender texture.

Porterhouse Prime

A double cut combining filet and New York strip, perfectly grilled, ideal for true meat lovers.

✧   Northern traditions, slow-cooked

Main Courses

Northern-style diced Ribeye Beef Stew

Ribeye cortadillo with potatoes, carrots, and spices, served with wood-fired ranch-style rice.

Braised Pork in Red Chile (Nuevo León Style)

Traditional recipe from northern Mexico: pork marinated in dried chiles with citrus notes, served with ranch-style rice.

Northern-Style Roasted Red Chicken

Chicken marinated in adobo, grilled over mesquite charcoal, served with potatoes, onions, and fresh cilantro.

◇   Ocean-fresh, fire-finished

Seafood & Chargrill

Crispy Rock Shrimp

Crispy tempura shrimp tossed in sriracha mayo, topped with toasted sesame seeds and a touch of sweetness.

Tuna Sashimi

Thin slices of fresh tuna with ponzu sauce, sesame oil, and jalapeño slices.

Grilled Zarandeado Octopus

Grilled zarandeado-style octopus served with rustic mashed potatoes.

Chargrilled Zarandeado Shrimp

Jumbo shrimp zarandeado-style and chargrilled.

Shucked Oysters with Black Sauces

Fresh oysters with lime and roasted salsas.

Grilled Oysters

Charcoal-grilled zarandeado-style oysters.

◌   Garden-fresh, boldly seasoned

Salads & Vegetables

House-Style Regia Salad

Fresh lettuce with avocado, tomato, olives, and cheese.

Warm Brussels Sprouts Salad

Roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon, Parmesan cheese, and ponzu.

Grilled Vegetables with Jocoque

Selection of grilled vegetables served with jocoque mayo.

Galeana Potato with Butter & Piquín Chili

Baked potato finished with rich butter and a kick of piquín chili for a bold, smoky heat.

◎   Comfort from the north

Soup

Grandma's Northern Style Soup

Traditional homestyle noodle soup with tender ribeye and a roasted tomato broth, inspired by classic grandma style comfort cooking.

✿   Sweet endings

Desserts

Chocolate and Strawberry Mostachón

Crispy base with chocolate, walnuts, and fresh strawberries, topped with creamy hazelnut spread.

Toffee Nut Ice Cream Cake

Creamy vanilla ice cream layered with flaky puff pastry, rich caramel, and crunchy nuts for a warm and cold contrast in every bite.

Warm Cornbread with Vanilla Ice Cream

Grilled sweet corn bread served warm, paired with creamy sweet milk ice cream and rich cajeta for a sweet, smoky, and indulgent finish.

* All our cuts are grilled over mesquite charcoal and finished with sea salt.

* 25% gratuity will be added to parties of 5 or more.