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El Jefe's Cantina Main Menu
Things are hot, spicy and tasty at El Jefe’s Cantina at Circus Circus Reno. Enjoy hot Mexican food and cool margaritas at El Jefe’s Cantina. A center bar brings a nightlife atmosphere to the property, serving the best tequila, micheladas and more into the late night. A great place to experience a taste of Mexico that doesn't require a trip... South-of-the Border.
Dinner
Drinks
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El Jefe's Dip
Queso Fundido, Black Bean Chorizo Dip Served with Yellow Blue Corn Tortilla Chips
16.99
Salsa Trio
Roasted Tamatillo - Mild, Salsa Roja - Medium, Habanero-Lime - Hot Served with Yellow Blue Corn Tortilla Chips
10.99
Traditional Guacamole
Avocado, Diced Onions, Jalapeños, Cilantro, Lime Served with Yellow Blue Corn Tortilla Chips
12.99
Empieza La Fiesta
El Jefe Nachos
Crispy Tortilla Chips, Black Beans, Jalapeños, Olives, "Queso Blanco" Cheese Sauce, Pico de Gallo, Crema & Cilantro Avocado Cream Add Carne Asada +8 | Pollo, Carnitas or Chorizo de Casa +6
16.99
El Jefe's Chicken Wings
Buffalo | Hot Honey | Chipotle Ranch Dip
17.99
Cheese Quesadilla
Asadero Cheese, Served with Pico de Gallo Add Ground Beef +7 | Pollo +6 | Carnitas +6
12.99
Esquites
Roasted & Shucked Corn, Cotija Cheese, Tajin, Cilantro-Mayo Crema
9.99
Street tacos
Street Tacos
3 | 6 | 12
With Cilantro, White Onions, Lime and Salsa, Carne Asada, Pollo, Carnitas, Chorizo de Casa
12.99 | 20.99 | 36.99
Ensaladas y Sopas
Add to any Salad
+Carne Asada | +Pollo or Carnitas | +Shrimp
+8 | +6 | +7
El Jefe Taco Salad
Romaine & Iceberg Lettuce, Refried Beans, Pico de Gallo, Peppers, Guacamole, Olives, Mexican Cheeses, Crisp Taco Shell with Ranch or Chipotle Dressing
14.99
Tomato & Avocado Salad
Heirloom Tomatoes, Charred Avocado, Red Onions, Romaine Lettuce, Queso Fresco, Jalapeno-Focaccia Croutons, Chorizo Vinaigrette
15.99
Soup of the Day
10.99
Tostadas
Grilled Prawns Tostada
Veracruz-style, Crispy Tortilla, Refried Beans, Garlic, Tomatoes, Olives, Calabrian Peppers, Cilantro Sauce With Refried Beans, South of the Border Rice
21.99
Tacos
Pork al Pastor
Roasted Pineapple, Queso Fresco, Avocado Crema, Cilantro, Onions, Pickled Red Cabbage, Chicharrones
17.99
Quesabrirria
Braised Beef Short Ribs, Asadero Cheese, Chopped White Onions, Cilantro, Consome
18.99
Spiced Shrimp
Fajita Seasoning, Sautéed Green Onions, Purple Cabbage, Mango Pico de Gallo
19.99
Baja Snapper
Flash Fried, Cabbage, Mango Pico De Gallo, Cilantro Crema
20.99
BBQ Pork Belly
Honey-Mango Gochujang Sauce, Jalapeno Slaw
17.99
American Tacos
Ground Beef, Shredded Lettuce, Shredded Cheese, Pico De Gallo, Sour Cream
17.99
Enchiladas
3 Enchiladas
Cheese | Ground Beef | Chicken Machaca | Carnitas. Add Guacamole +3
Served with South of the Border Rice & Refried Beans
15.99 | 19.99 | 18.99 | 19.99
Fajitas
New York Steak Asada
Sautéed Bell Peppers, Sweet Onion, Garlic & Cilantro Served with Mexican Refried Beans & South of the Border Rice, Pico de Gallo, Sour Cream, Guacamole & Warm Tortillas
26.66
Half Chicken "a la Brasa"
Sautéed Bell Peppers, Sweet Onion, Garlic & Cilantro Served with Mexican Refried Beans & South of the Border Rice, Pico de Gallo, Sour Cream, Guacamole & Warm Tortillas
24.99
Spiced Shrimp
Sautéed Bell Peppers, Sweet Onion, Garlic & Cilantro Served with Mexican Refried Beans & South of the Border Rice, Pico de Gallo, Sour Cream, Guacamole & Warm Tortillas
25.99
Burritos
Carne Asada | Carnitas | Chicken Machaca
Chimichanga Style or "Get it Wet" +2
Refried Beans, South of the Border Rice, Mexican Cheese, Pico de Gallo Served with Sour Cream & Guacamole
19.99 | 19.99 | 18.99
Platos
Beef Birria
Braised Beef Short Ribs, Cilantro, White Onions, Consome, Refried Beans, South of the Border Rice, Warm Corn or Flour Tortillas
26.99
Hangar Steak Asada
Charred Roma Tomatoes, Mexican Green Onions, Refried Beans, South of the Border Rice, Warm Corn or Flour Tortillas
28.99
Desserts
Churros y Nieve
Fried Pastry, Cinnamon Sugar, Whipped Cream, Dulce De Leche Ice Cream
13.99
Pina Colada Trifle
Coconut & Pineapple Mousse
11.99
*Raw, undercooked and barely cooked foods of animal origin such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, milk, poultry or shellfish increases the risk of foodborne illness. Individuals with certain health conditions may be at higher risk if these foods are consumed raw or undercooked.
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