Carnitas Tapatio Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing the Menu at Carnitas Tapatio
Carnitas Tapatio is a true culinary gem nestled in Laredo, Texas. Renowned for its mouthwatering carnitas, this vibrant eatery also features a variety of traditional Mexican dishes that keep patrons coming back for more. Highlights include their irresistible combo plates, which customers rave about, particularly the 1 lb. servings of maciza and trompa. The birria stands out as another favorite, showcasing authentic flavors that pay homage to Mexican culinary heritage.
For those seeking something unique, the restaurant's nopalitos offer a fresh twist, though opinions vary on their side dish appeal. Guests appreciate the attentive service and lively ambiance, making dining here a delightful experience. With homemade food, excellent salsas that enhance every bite, and reasonable prices, Carnitas Tapatio invites you to indulge in the rich flavors of Michoacán. Return visits are a certainty for those who savor quality Mexican cuisine!
Antojitos
Crispy Carnitas Tacos
Three crispy carnitas tacos served with fresh salad, flavorful rice, and creamy refried beans
Flautas
Four flautas served with salad, rice, and refried beans.
Gorditas
One gordita filled with your choice of savory filling, topped with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese.
Sopes
Three sopes with your choice of carnitas, maciza, chicharron, frijoles with cheese, frijoles with chorizo, picadillo, or nopalitos, served with lettuce and tomatoes on the side
Combo Chicharron
One pound of Jalisco-style chicharrones — crispy, golden, and full of flavor. Made in-house for a truly authentic crunch, served with your choice of rice or nopalitos, beans, guacamole, pico de gallo, and warm tortillas.
Combo Carnitas
Slow-cooked pork served with your choice of rice or nopalitos, beans, guacamole, pico de gallo, and warm tortillas.
Combo Costilla
Combo Pastor
Marinated pork served with flavorful rice or nopalitos, beans, and warm tortillas, accompanied by fresh onions and cilantro
Combo Carne Asada
Carna Asada served with traditional Mexican sides, including your choice of rice or nopalitos, beans, and warm tortillas.
Combos by the Pound
Tacos
3 Carne Asada Tacos
Three carne asada tacos served with a side of flavorful charro beans.
3 Quesabirrias
Three crispy tortillas filled with tender birria meat and melted cheese, served with a side of rich consomme for dipping.
3 Carnitas Tacos
Three soft corn tortillas filled with tender, slow-cooked shredded pork, typically garnished with fresh onions and cilantro.
3 Birria Tacos
Three flavorful birria tacos served with a side of rich consomme.
3 Chicken Fajita Tacos
Three chicken fajita tacos served with a side of flavorful charro beans.
3 Tripitas Tacos
Three crispy tripitas tacos served with a side of flavorful charro beans.
3 Pastor Tacos
Three soft corn tortillas filled with flavorful marinated pork, traditionally topped with fresh onions, cilantro, and sweet pineapple.
Mexican Coke
The same great taste made with only pure cane sugar and served in a bottle.
Agua Fresca
Pineapple, Mango, Lemonade
16.9 Oz Bottle Drink
Coca-Cola, DIet Coke, Coke Zero, Sprite, Dr Pepper
Drinks
Pounds
Pastor
One pound of flavorful al pastor, served with 10 warm corn tortillas and delicious salsas.
Carne Asada
One pound of carne asada served with 10 warm corn tortillas and four flavorful salsas.
Chicharron
One pound of Jalisco-style chicharrones — crispy, golden, and full of flavor. Made in-house for a truly authentic crunch, served with 10 warm corn tortillas and four flavorful salsas.
Carnitas
One pound of tender, flavorful carnitas, served with 10 warm corn tortillas and a variety of salsas.
Costilla
One pound of tender pork ribs served with your choice of rice or nopalitos, beans, fresh cilantro, diced onions, limes, flavorful salsas, and 10 warm corn tortillas
Queso Fundido
Melted cheese topped with savory chorizo and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. Our chorizo is made from scratch in-house.
Panchos A La Charra
Panchos a la Charro: Crispy chips topped with mozzarella and cheddar cheese, creamy refried beans, tender carnitas, and fresh guacamole.
Manitas De Puerco (Pork Hocks)
Tender pork hocks topped with lime wedges, radish slices, and a drizzle of savory sauce.
Nopalitos Salad
Nopalitos salad made with tender cactus, diced onions and tomatoes, fresh cilantro, and fresh cheese.
Appetizers
Torta
Super Torta
Super torta loaded with lettuce, tomato, avocado, onion, and creamy mayonnaise, filled with your choice of carnitas, ham and cheese, al pastor or carne asada.
Torta Ahogada
A hearty torta filled with tender carnitas, smothered in your choice of hot sauce, medium-hot sauce, or rich tomato sauce
Torta Tapatia
Torta Tapatia filled with savory carnitas, flavorful chorizo, and hearty beans.
Chicken Nuggets
Crispy chicken nuggets served with a side of french fries.
Kids
Plates
Enchiladas Jalisco
Three cheese enchiladas served with a fresh salad, creamy refried beans, and tender carnitas.
Birria
Savory birria stew with marinated beef, served with diced onions, cilantro, and warm corn tortillas.
Pozole
Hearty pozole, a traditional hominy stew, topped with crisp lettuce and fresh radish slices for a vibrant finish.
Tacos Tapatios
Three crispy potato tacos served with a side of fresh salad, charro beans, and flavorful carnitas
Mexican Plate
A delicious combination of two cheese enchiladas, one sope, one crispy potato taco, served with fresh guacamole, salad, and a side of flavorful charro beans.
Menudo
A savory, traditional Mexican soup made with tender beef tripe, hominy, and a flavorful broth, served with fresh lime, onions, and warm tortillas on the side.
Carnitas Tapatio Plate
Juicy pork carnitas served with a fresh salad, creamy guacamole, flavorful rice, and hearty beans.
Habanero Salsa
Habanero salsa crafted with dried chilies, garlic, and olive oil, delivering a smoky, vibrant flavor. Perfect for elevating chips, tacos, and guacamole.
Flour Tortillas (3)
Green Salsa
Green salsa, a tangy blend of tomatillos, green chili peppers, and onions, adds a vibrant kick to any dish.
Corn Tortillas (5)
Tortilla Chips
Mexican Salsa
A classic blend of fresh tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and jalapenos, perfect as a versatile and flavorful condiment.