Tacos El Cabron Menu (Update 2025)
Tacos El Cabron, located in the heart of San Diego's Gaslamp District, offers a wide range of Mexican delights with a modern twist. Customers rave about the Pastor tacos, quesadillas, and Surf and Turf tacos, highlighting the flavorful combinations and generous portions. The relaxed atmosphere and quick service make it a perfect spot for a casual meal. Prices are reasonable, and the variety of vegan options cater to all dietary preferences. Guests also appreciate the Latinx-owned establishment's commitment to sustainability with plastic-free packaging. Whether you're in the mood for classic carne asada tacos or experimental Abodabo Fries, Tacos El Cabron delivers a satisfying dining experience that keeps customers coming back for more. Don't miss out on their churros for a sweet ending to your meal. Reservations are recommended due to popularity, but it's well worth the wait.
Breakfast Items
HUEVOS RANCHEROS BURRITO
Scrambled eggs, special sauce, monterrey cheese, black beans and sliced avocado
HUEVOS CON CHORIZO BURRITO
Scrambled eggs with pork chorizo, tater tots, monterrey cheese and chipotle mayo
CHILAQUILES BURRITO
Wrapped in a soft flour tortilla, this breakfast burrito combines lightly scrambled eggs with crispy tortilla chips, typically smothered in a rich red or green salsa, and finished with a sprinkle of cheese and fresh cilantro.
VEGGIE OMELET TACO
Flour tortilla, scrambled eggs with veggie mix, queso fresco, sliced avocado and cilantro aioli
HUEVOS CON CHORIZO TACO
Corn tortilla, scrambled eggs with pork chorizo, pico de gallo, diced avocado, monterrey cheese and chipotle mayo
CAFE CON LECHE
Cafe con leche typically includes freshly brewed coffee mixed with steamed milk.
ORANGE JUICE
Classic citrus refreshment.
HUEVOS RANCHERO TOSTADA
Eggs served on a crispy tostada, typically includes ranchero sauce, beans, and a blend of cheeses, garnished with fresh avocado slices.
CHILAQUILES BOWL
Tortilla chips typically simmered in red or green salsa, often accompanied by eggs, fresh cheese, and a dollop of sour cream.
FOUNTAIN DRINK
A fountain drink offers a selection of carbonated beverages, typically including options such as Coke, Sprite, and Dr. Pepper.
MIXED DRINK
A mixed drink typically includes a blend of sodas, offering a refreshing and customized beverage experience.
BOTTLED WATER
Pure and refreshing bottled water.
Mexican Coca Cola
The same great taste made with only pure cane sugar and served in a bottle.
Jarritos
Fruit punch, strawberry, mandarin, pineapple
Sidral Bottle
A refreshing apple-flavored soda, typically made with real apple juice, served in a bottle.
Can Coca Cola
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
Can Sprite
The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.
Can Dr Pepper
Sparkling cherry-infused soda- a bubbly blend with a peppery twist
Can Diet Coca Cola
A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
DRINKS
SIDES, BIRRIA & BOWLS
BOWL CARNE ASADA
Grilled carne asada served over a bed of rice and beans, garnished with pico de gallo, guacamole, and a sprinkle of cheese.
BOWL ADOBADA
Adobada, typically served with rice, beans, and a blend of onions, cilantro, guacamole, and salsa verde, arranged in a bowl.
BOWL POLLO
Grilled chicken served over rice, typically includes beans, cheese, and a blend of fresh vegetables such as lettuce or pico de gallo.
BOWL SURF
Seafood typically found in birria, served over rice with a selection of vegetables and garnishes, often accompanied by a savory broth.
BOWL SURF & TURF
Steak and shrimp served over rice, typically includes a blend of traditional birria seasonings, garnished with fresh herbs and a side of birria sauce.
MAKE-YOUR-OWN BOWL
A make-your-own bowl featuring tender birria, typically includes a base of rice or beans, garnished with pico de gallo, cheese, guacamole, and salsa.
BIRRIA PLATE
Slow-cooked, shredded beef in a rich, savory sauce, typically includes onions, cilantro, and a side of rice and beans.
ARROZ / RICE SIDE
Steamed white or brown rice, subtly seasoned to complement a variety of dishes.
FRIJOLES / BEANS SIDE
Beans traditionally prepared, often served as a simple yet satisfying side dish.
GUACAMOLE SIDE
Guacamole prepared with ripe avocados, mixed with diced tomatoes, onions, and cilantro, finished with a squeeze of lime.
PLAIN CHEESE QUESADILLA
A plain cheese quesadilla typically consists of a folded tortilla filled with melted cheese, often toasted to achieve a slightly crisp exterior.
CORN TORTILLAS SIDE ()
Four corn tortillas, traditionally made with white corn, water, and salt.
WITH FLOUR TORTILLA ()
Four flour tortillas, typically served as an accompaniment to main dishes.
CHILES TOREADOS SIDE
Jalapenos and chile de arbol, typically includes onions, grilled and seasoned for a smoky flavor.
CHIPS
Crispy tortilla chips, typically served as a snack or side.
LARGE CHEESE QUESADILLA
Large flour tortilla filled with a generous amount of melted cheese, typically toasted to achieve a golden exterior.
Elote Con Tajin
Corn on the cob, typically includes a dressing of mayonnaise, sprinkled with cotija cheese and seasoned with tajin.
CREAM ,CILANTRO,CHIPOLTE SIDE
A side of creamy sauce, typically includes cilantro and chipotle, blended together for a rich accompaniment.
TORTILLA DE HARINA GRANDE
A large flour tortilla, often used as a base for various dishes or enjoyed on its own.
LARGE QUESADILLA DE CAMARON
Flour tortilla filled with shrimp, melted cheese, and typically includes onions, peppers, and a touch of chipotle sauce for added flavor.
Double Protein
Chicken and steak paired with black beans, pico de al gallo, low-fat pepper jack cheese, guacamole, quinoa, and a touch of hot sauce.
MULITA CARNE ASADA
Grilled carne asada nestled between two homemade corn tortillas, typically includes cheese, cilantro, onions, and a touch of guacamole.
MULITA ADOBADA
Grilled tortillas layered with marinated pork, melted cheese, onions, and cilantro.
MULITA POLLO
Homemade corn quesadilla filled with chicken, cilantro, onions, guacamole, and hot sauce.
MULITA BIRRIA
Corn quesadilla filled with birria, typically includes cilantro, onions, and a savory sauce.
MULITAS
FRIES
FRIES CARNE ASADA
Crispy fries topped with grilled carne asada, creamy guacamole, chopped onions, cilantro, and a drizzle of sour cream.
FRIES SURF
Seasoned fries topped with a selection of seafood, typically includes a creamy sauce and a sprinkle of fresh herbs.
FRIES SURF & TURF
Seasoned fries topped with steak, shrimp, guacamole, sour cream, cheese, pico de gallo, and chipotle sauce.
FRIES PLAIN
Deep-fried to achieve a crispy exterior and a tender interior, these plain fries are lightly seasoned.
Elote Fries
Topped with creamy sauce, crumbled cheese, chili powder, and fresh cilantro, these fries offer a twist on traditional elote flavors.
BURRITO CARNE ASADA
Wrapped in a flour tortilla, this burrito combines carne asada with rice, beans, guacamole, and pico de gallo, typically garnished with cheese and salsa.
BURRITO ADOBADA
Marinated pork in adobo sauce, rice, beans, guacamole, and pico de gallo wrapped in a flour tortilla.
BURRITO POLLO
Flour tortilla filled with grilled chicken, typically includes beans, cheese, and a mix of vegetables such as lettuce and tomato, complemented with a breakfast twist.
BURRITO CALIFORNIA
Carne asada and french fries wrapped in a flour tortilla, typically includes cheese, guacamole, sour cream, and pico de gallo.
BURRITO CALIFORNIA ADOBADA
Adobada, typically marinated pork, wrapped with guacamole, pico de gallo, and cheese, often paired with fries in a flour tortilla.
BURRITO CAMARON ENCHILADO
Shrimp seasoned with a spicy enchilada sauce, typically includes rice, beans, and pico de gallo, wrapped in a flour tortilla.
BURRITO SURF & TURF
Carne asada and shrimp wrapped with rice, guacamole, and pico de gallo, typically includes cheese and a savory sauce.
BURRITO VEGGIE
A flour tortilla filled with a variety of vegetables, typically includes rice, beans, lettuce, and a blend of cheeses, complemented by guacamole and sour cream.
BURRITO BEAN & CHEESE
Wrapped in a flour tortilla, this breakfast burrito is filled with beans and cheese, offering a simple yet satisfying start to the day.
California Burrito Surf And Turf
Carne asada and shrimp wrapped in a flour tortilla, typically includes fries, guacamole, pico de gallo, and a blend of cheeses.
BURRITO BIRRIA
Tender beef birria enveloped in a flour tortilla, typically includes rice, beans, onions, and cilantro, often garnished with queso fresco and a savory birria sauce.
Double Protein
A breakfast burrito featuring a generous serving of two proteins, wrapped in a flour tortilla with eggs, cheese, and a blend of breakfast vegetables.
Add Guacamole
Guacamole typically includes mashed avocados, cilantro, lime, and onions, often garnished with tomatoes.
BURRITO SURF AND TURF CALIFORNIA
Carne asada and shrimp wrapped in a flour tortilla with french fries, guacamole, pico de gallo, and cheese, embodying the essence of California-style surf and turf.
Guacamole & Chips
Freshly made, zesty guacamole served with crisp tortilla chips.
BURRITOS
QUESA TACOS
QUESA TACO CARNE ASADA
Grilled carne asada topped with guacamole, chopped onions, and cilantro, served on a soft taco shell.
QUESA TACO POLLO
Grilled chicken and melted cheese in a tortilla, typically includes onions and cilantro.
QUESA TACO BIRRIA
Corn tortilla filled with marinated pulled beef, typically includes cheese, onion, and cilantro, accompanied by a birria-style beef broth.
QUESA TACO VEGGIE
Corn tortilla filled with a mix of grilled vegetables, typically includes bell peppers, onions, and a variety of seasonal veggies, topped with cheese and salsa.
QUESA TACO SURF & TURF
Tender beef and shrimp, topped with diced onions, fresh cilantro, and drizzled with creamy sauces, all nestled in a soft tortilla.
QUESA TACO CAMARON ENCHILADO
Spicy shrimp enveloped in a cheese-blended tortilla, typically includes onions, cilantro, and a variety of sauces for a balanced flavor profile.
QUESA TACO CABRON
Taco filled with a generous portion of seasoned meat, topped with melted cheese, onions, and cilantro, typically served with a side of consomme.
QUESA TACO FISH
Fish encased in a tortilla with cheese, typically includes pico de gallo and a special sauce, following the tradition of quesa tacos.
QUESA TACO CAMARON EMPANIZADO
Breaded shrimp in a tortilla, typically includes cheese and may be garnished with onions and avocado.
BAJA SHRIMP TACO
Grilled shrimp in a corn tortilla, accompanied by cabbage, pico de gallo, a creamy sauce, and cotija cheese.
TACO CARNE ASADA
TACO POLLO
Grilled chicken in a soft tortilla, typically includes lettuce, tomato, and a hint of cilantro.
TACO BIRRIA
Corn tortilla filled with tender, stewed beef, traditionally seasoned, topped with onions and cilantro.
TACO VEGGIE
Corn tortilla filled with a medley of beans, rice, lettuce, tomato, cilantro, and onion, typically includes a blend of seasoned vegetables.
TACO SURF & TURF
Tender grilled steak and shrimp, topped with fresh cilantro, diced onions, and drizzled with creamy sauces on a soft corn tortilla.
TACO CAMARON ENCHILADO
Spicy shrimp taco with a blend of onions, cilantro, and chipotle sauce, typically includes lettuce and pico de gallo.
TACO CABRON
Tender grilled steak topped with fresh guacamole, diced onions, and chopped cilantro in a soft taco wrap.
TACO FISH
BAJA SHRIMP TACO
Grilled shrimp topped with creamy sauce, fresh cilantro, diced onions, and a dollop of sour cream, all wrapped in a soft tortilla.
CHIPS & SALSA
Crispy tortilla chips paired with zesty and freshly made salsa.
Guacamole & Chips
Freshly made, zesty guacamole served with crisp tortilla chips.
Small Cheese Quesadillas
Grilled flour tortillas filled with melted cheese, typically served with a side of lettuce, tomato, and sour cream.