Rancho Cantina Menu
Welcome to Rancho Cantina, a vibrant culinary destination nestled in Lafayette, California. Specializing in Spanish, Mexican, and soup dishes, this casual dining spot invites you to indulge in robust flavors and hearty portions.
Highlights of the menu include expertly prepared wood-fired house specials, such as the Vaquero Platter, featuring tantalizing carne asada, chicken, and shrimp, all enhanced by a fresh herb chimichurri. The Brick Chicken, seasoned with a Californio spice rub, promises to be a favorite among diners.
Vegetarian options abound, ensuring everyone can enjoy a meal here. With a full bar, outdoor seating, and family-friendly service, Rancho Cantina is ideal for gatherings, whether for lunch or dinner. Don’t miss their happy hour specials and the chance to savor authentic Mexican flavors that will leave you craving more!
Ranchero Brunch
Cowboy French Toast
Texas toast, whipped cream, and fresh berries
Californio Steak & Eggs
Steak, breakfast potatoes, two fried eggs, and chimichurri
Avocado Toast
Smashed avocado, radish, cherry tomatoes, arugula, pickled onions, and poached egg
Ranch Breakfast Burrito
Rice, beans, mozzarella cheese, bell peppers, onion, egg, spinach, and chorizo
Huevos Rancheros
Two fried corn tortillas, tomatillo salsa, pico de gallo, pepper jack cheese, refried beans, sour cream, and two fried eggs
Classic Breakfast
Two fried eggs, choice of bacon or chicken apple sausage, breakfast potatoes, and French baguette
Chilaquiles Verdes
Fresh tortilla chips, tomatillo salsa, shredded roasted chicken, queso fresco, refried beans, and two fried eggs
Vaquero Platter with Carne Asada, Chicken, Shrimp
Carne asada, chicken, shrimp, fresh herb chimichurri, fennel slaw, rice, pink beans, corn or flour tortillas
Brick Chicken
Chicken / Californio spice rub / fennel slaw / crema / chimmichurri / rice and King City pink beans, corn or flour tortillas.
Carne Asada
Carne asada, fresh herb chimichurri, Californio spices, fennel slaw, rice, pink beans, corn or flour tortillas
Wood-Fired Salmon
Fresh Atlantic salmon, grilled asparagus, marbled potatoes,and fresh herb chimichurri
Surf + Turf Fajitas Skillet
Wood-fired carne asada and shrimp, sautéed vegetables, fresh herb chimichurri, corn or flour tortillas. *Photo shows steak and chicken, but Surf + Turf fajitas are served with Carne Asada and Grilled Shrimp.
Chicken Fajitas Skillet
Chicken, sautéed vegetables, fresh herb chimichurri, corn or flour tortillas. *Photo shows steak and chicken, but this item is just served with only chicken.
Tomahawk 40oz USDA Prime Steak (Serves 2)
Serves two. 40 oz. prime Tomahawk ribeye, dry-rubbed with Californio spices, served with marbled potatoes, grilled asparagus, side of fresh herb chimichurri
Family Brick Chicken Platter (Serves 6)
Chicken / Californio spice rub / fennel slaw / crema / chimmichurri / rice and King City pink beans, corn or flour tortillas. (Serves 6)
Family Vaquero Platter with Carne Asada, Chicken, Shrimp (Serves 6)
Carne asada, chicken, shrimp, fresh herb chimichurri, fennel slaw, rice, pink beans, corn or flour tortillas. (Serves 6)
Family Carne Asada Platter (Serves 6)
Carne asada, fresh herb chimichurri, Californio spices, fennel slaw, rice, pink beans, corn or flour tortillas. (Serves 6)
Family Enchilada Platter (Serves 6)
Choice of carne asada, chicken tinga, cheese or grilled vegetablesServed with red chile, verde or mole (Serves 6)
Double Cut Pork Chop
14oz pork chop, ranch rice, sautéed vegetables, tatemada sauce
Wood-Fired House Specials from our Parilla
Cantiña Menu
Ranchero Burrito or Bowl
Burrito served wet for $2. Carnitas, chicken tinga, carne asada, or grilled vegetables, crème, pink beans, rice, guacamole, cheese, pico de gallo
Taco Trio
Chicken tinga, carnitas, or carne asada, onions, cilantro, salsa rojo
Rancho Nachos
Pink beans, pico de gallo, crème, jalapeños, cotija cheese, guacamole
Chili Relleno
Grilled poblano pepper, cheese, smokey ranchero sauce, rice, pink beans, crème
Rancho Enchiladas (3)
Choice of 3: chicken tinga, cheese or grilled vegetablesServed with red chile, verde or mole
Cheese Quesadilla
Mozzarella, sour cream, guacamole, pico de gallo
Carnitas
Braised pork, grilled peppers, rice, pink beans, corn or flour tortillas
Seafood Tacos (2)
Two tacos. Shrimp or Fish, cabbage, chipotle crème, pico de Gallo. NOTE: Picture shows rice and beans, available as an add-on.
Chips + Two Salsas
Salsa roja / salsa verde.
Guacamole
California avocados, serrano pepper, onion
Housemade Ceviche
Serrano pepper, cilantro, pickled red onion, avocado
Spicy Grilled Shrimp
Californio chili / garlic / rancho slaw
Bone Marrow Brûlée and BBQ Shrimp
Bone marrow brûlée served with BBQ shrimp, onions, and cilantro topped with sea salt.
Ranchero Bean Dip
Pork chorizo, pink beans, jalapeños, enchilada sauce
BBQ Corn Elotes
Two grilled corn on the cobs, mayo, cotija cheese, Tajín
Tortilla Soup (bowl)
Californio chili broth, chicken tinga, avocado, tortilla strips, cheese, pico de gallo
Antojitos
Ensalada
Mixed Green Salad
Organic greens, radishes, cucumber,cherry tomatoes, herb vinaigrette
Californio Salad
Romaine and mixed greens salad, pink beans, tomato, avocado, roasted corn, cherry tomatoes, radish, tortilla strips, chipotle crème dressing
King City Pink Beans
Garlic / herbs / onions.
Rancho Rice
Onion / spices / tomato.
Side of Chips and 2 Salsas
Salsa roja / salsa verde.
Small Side of Guacamole
California avocados, serrano pepper, onion
Side of Sour Cream
Side of sour cream
Sides
Postres (Dessert)
Chocolate Flourless Cake
Rich chocolate cake / cream.
Guava Cheese Roll
Puff pastry dough, guava, cream cheese, and vanilla bean ice cream
Drinks
Mexican coke / sprite/ diet coke
