Tacos Por Favor | Bar and Grill in Santa Monica, CA
About Us
Since 1999, we have been humbly making tacos and serving the incredible community of Santa Monica, California. Today, we are thrilled to bring you a brand-new way to experience our heritage with our first full-service restaurant.
Step inside Tacos Por Favor Bar & Grill and let us transport you completely out of your daily routine. Designed to look and feel like a true Mexican destination, our new space pairs the rich, comforting flavors you've loved for decades with an elevated dining experience. Pull up a hand-carved chair under our floral canopy, explore our new modern bar and artisanal espresso menu, and let us take care of the rest. The journey starts the moment you walk through the door!
Reservations
We only accept reservations by phone. Please call us at 424-433-8033 to reserve today!
Happy Hour
Monday Through Friday
3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Margarita Por Favor
El Jimador Silver tequila, fresh lime, homemade sweet & sour, triple sec. Choose your flavor
Choose Your Flavor
Classic
Skinny
Mango
Passionfruit
Watermelon
Cucumber
Tamarindo
Fresa Guava
Coconut
$11.70
Sauvignon Blanc
Glass $9.90
Chardonnay
Glass $9.90
Piña Colada
Blended or on the rocks
$11.70
Draft Beers
$7.20
The Sharing Platter
Jalapeño peppers, French fries, house-made chicharrones, chicken tinga taquitos, cheese quesadilla, 4oz pico de gallo, 4oz guacamole, 4oz creamy corn
$15
Guacamole
Our signature creamy guacamole mashed with fresh lime juice, cilantro, onions, salt, tomatoes
$9.45
Chicken & Creamy Corn Rigatoni Pasta
Chopped grilled chicken tossed in a rich, sweet creamed corn sauce. Finished with a sprinkle of salty, savory cotija cheese
$15
Fresh Chicharrones & House Guacamole
Crackling pork rinds made from scratch, served with a rich blend of ripe avocados, cilantro, diced tomatoes, onions, and freshly squeezed lime juice, 4 handmade corn tortillas
$16.20
Ahi Tuna Mango Ceviche
Fresh raw cold-cooked in chile de arbol citrus sauce, mango, cucumber, onions, avocado
$17.25
Shrimp Ceviche
Fresh raw shrimp, cold-cooked in citrus lime juice with chile de arbol, tomatoes, shredded carrots, cilantro, cucumber, onions, avocado. Served with tostadas
$14.85
Taquitos Tinga
$10.05
House Chicken Nachos
$11.40
Chicken Quesadilla
$11.25
Taco Tuesday
Taco Tuesday ALL DAY!
Tuesday 11:00 am to 9:00 pm
Soft Tacos
50% off each
Hard Tacos
50% off each
Taquitos
50% off each
Brunch
Join us for Brunch
Monday - Friday: 11:00AM - 3:00PM
Saturday - Sunday: 9:00AM - 3:00PM
Menu
Food
Appetizers
House Guacamole
Classic, fresh guacamole made daily with ripe avocados, diced tomatoes, onions, fresh cilantro, and a vibrant splash of real lime juice
$15.75
The Sharing Platter
Jalapeño peppers, french fries, house-made chicharrones, chicken tinga taquitos, cheese quesadilla,4oz pico de gallo, 4oz guacamole, 4oz creamy corn
$25.00
Chicharrones & Guacamole
Our house-made pork rinds, fried fresh daily for the perfect crunch. Served with our house guacamole made from scratch with fresh lime, cilantro, tomatoes, and onions
$27.00
Queso Fundido
Melted mixed cheese. Served with handmade corn or flour tortillas; choice: mushrooms or chorizo
$19.75
Chicken Tinga Taquitos
3 taquitos, chicken tinga served with guacamole, shredded cabbage, sour cream, and fresh cheese
$16.75
Shrimp Taquitos
3 taquitos, shrimp taquitos served with guacamole, shredded cabbage, sour cream, and fresh cheese
$19.75
Shrimp Ceviche
Cucumber, onions, avocado, chile de arbol citrus sauce
$24.75
Ahi Tuna Mango Ceviche
Mango, Cucumber, onions, avocado, chile de arbol, citrus sauce
$28.75
Jalapeño Poppers
Jalapeño peppers coated in breadcrumbs, filled with cream cheese filling, and fried
$14.00
House Nachos
Crispy tortilla chips with melted cheese, refried beans, guacamole, pico de gallo, and sour cream
Choice of Protein:
Carne Asada $20.75
Chicken $19.00
Nacho Fries
Crispy fries with cheese dip, refried beans, guacamole, pico de gallo, and sour cream
Choice of Protein:
Carne Asada
Chicken
Al Pastor
Birria
$20.00
Mexican Seafood Basket
Batter-fried shrimp, fried white fish, fried octopus, and fries. Served with guacamole, pico de gallo, and cilantro tartar sauce
$27.00
Bone Marrow
Guajillo garlic butter, with toast
$20.75
Grilled Street Corn
Tossed with chipotle mayo, cotija cheese, and micro cilantro
$14.75
Seafood
Agua Chile Verde
Butterfly shrimp marinated with serrano, lime juice, red onion, and cilantro
$30.00
Camarones A La Diabla
Sautéed shrimp with spicy sauce, rice, and refried beans, with handmade corn tortillas or flour tortillas
$30.00
Camarones Al Mojo De Ajo
Sautéed shrimp with garlic butter, rice, and refried beans, with handmade corn tortillas or flour tortillas
$30.00
Two Scallop Soft Tacos
Handmade corn tortilla, grilled cheese, shredded cabbage, chipotle aioli, avocado salsa, pico de gallo
Choice Of:
Small House Salad
French Fries
$23.00
Two Octopus or Shrimp Soft Tacos
Handmade corn tortilla, grilled cheese, shredded cabbage, chipotle aioli, avocado salsa, pico de gallo
Choice Of:
Small House Salad
French Fries
$23.00
Two Fish Soft Tacos Baja Style
Handmade corn tortillas, shredded cabbage, chipotle aioli, avocado salsa, pico de gallo
Choice Of:
Small House Salad
French Fries
$24.00
Halibut With Cotija Crust
Fresh halibut with a crispy cotija cheese crust, sautéed mushrooms, spinach, mashed potatoes, and citrus beurre blanc sauce
$35.00
Seafood Enchiladas
Shrimp, lobster, lobster bisque sauce, corn, sour cream, rice, and refried beans
$34.00
Seafood Fajitas
Your choice of protein, sautéed bell peppers, zucchini, onions, with rice, refried beans, guacamole, and pico de gallo. With a side of handmade corn or flour tortillas
Fish
Shrimp
$38.00
Burgers
Choice of small house salad or fries
House Burger
Wagyu beef, brioche bun, garlic aioli, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, grilled jalapeños, yellow cheddar cheese
$23.00
Kids Menu
$17.75
Chicken Tenders with Fries
Cheese Quesadilla with Fries
Grilled Chopped Chicken Breast with Rice & Refried Beans
Grill Cheese with Fries
Cheeseburger with Fries
Desserts
Choco Flan
$15.75
Ice Cream
$7.00
Tres Leches Cake
$15.75
Flan
$15.75
Lava Cake
$15.75
Soft Tacos
Plate
Served with 2 soft tacos with a side of rice & refried beans
Meat $23.00
Seafood $25.00
Rib Eye
Handmade corn tortillas with grilled melted cheese, grilled Poblano pepper, guacamole, crispy onions, spicy blueberry salsa
Each $15.00
Asada
Handmade corn tortillas, topped with onions, cilantro, and red salsa
Each $8.00
Ground Beef
Handmade corn tortillas, topped with onions, cilantro, and red salsa
Each $8.00
Chicken
Handmade corn tortillas, topped with onions, cilantro, and red salsa
Each $7.00
Tinga
Shredded chicken breast cooked in a chipotle sauce. Served on a handmade corn tortilla, onions, cilantro, and red salsa
Each $7.00
Lengua
Handmade corn tortillas, topped with onions, cilantro, and green salsa
Each $8.00
Al Pastor
Handmade corn tortillas, topped with onions, cilantro, and red salsa
Each $8.00
Carnitas
Handmade corn tortillas, topped with onions, cilantro, and red salsa
Each $8.00
Birria
Handmade corn tortillas, topped with onions, cilantro, and red salsa
Each $8.00
Chorizo & Cheese
Handmade corn tortillas, topped with onions, cilantro, and red salsa
Each $8.00
Quesa Birria Taco
Handmade corn tortillas, topped with grilled cheese, onions, cilantro, and red salsa
Each $8.00
Scallops (Vieiras)
Handmade corn tortillas, grilled cheese, shredded cabbage, chipotle aioli, pico de gallo, avocado salsa
Each $9.00
Octopus (Pulpo) or Shrimp
Handmade corn tortillas, grilled cheese, shredded cabbage, chipotle aioli, pico de gallo, avocado salsa
Each $9.00
Halibut
Handmade corn tortillas, battered grilled halibut, shredded cabbage, chipotle aioli, pico de gallo, avocado salsa
Each $9.00
Baja Style
Handmade corn tortillas, crispy battered fried fish, shredded cabbage, chipotle aioli, avocado salsa, pico de gallo
Each $9.00
Potato or Mushroom or Veggies
Handmade corn tortillas, guacamole, pico de gallo, shredded lettuce, and red salsa
Each $9.00
Rice & Bean & Cheese
Handmade corn tortillas, with grilled cheese, rice, and refried beans
Each $6.00
Hard Tacos
Plate
Served with 2 hard tacos with a side of rice & refried beans
Meat $24.00
Seafood $27.00
Hard Shell Taco
Hard-shell tortilla filled with guacamole, sour cream, shredded cheese, shredded lettuce, and pico de gallo
Ground Beef $9.00
Asada $9.00
Chicken $8.00
Tinga $8.00
Lengua $9.00
Al Pastor $9.00
Carnitas $9.00
Birria $9.00
Chorizo & Cheese $9.00
Shrimp $10.00
Baja Style $10.00
Potato $7.00
Black Beans $7.00
Mushrooms $7.00
Potato $7.00
Rice & Beans $7.00
Taquitos
Plate
Served with 3 taquitos, a side of shredded cabbage, sour cream, guacamole, pico de gallo, rice & refried beans on the side
$26.00
Taquito
Rolled-up tortillas that are fried until golden brown with your choice of protein, shredded cabbage, guacamole, sour cream, queso fresco
Carnitas $6.00
Birria $6.00
Chorizo & Cheese $6.00
Shrimp $6.00
Potato $6.00
Asada $6.00
Chicken $6.00
Tinga $6.00
Lengua $6.00
Al Pastor $6.00
Potato $6.00
Cheese $6.00
Burritos
Served with a small house salad and packed with a full 1/2 lb of premium meat!
Carne Asada
Flour tortilla filled with rice, refried beans, onions, cilantro, and red salsa
$21.00
Ground Beef
Flour tortilla filled with rice, refried beans, onions, cilantro, and red salsa
$21.00
Lengua
Flour tortilla filled with rice, refried beans, onions, cilantro, and green salsa
$21.00
Chicken
Flour tortilla filled with rice, refried beans, onions, cilantro, and red salsa
$21.00
Al Pastor
Flour tortilla filled with rice, refried beans, onions, cilantro, and red salsa
$21.00
Carnitas
Flour tortilla filled with rice, refried beans, onions, cilantro, and red salsa
$21.00
Birria
Flour tortilla filled with rice, refried beans, onions, cilantro, and red salsa
$21.00
Chorizo & Cheese
Flour tortilla filled with rice, refried beans, onions, cilantro, and red salsa
$21.00
Chimichanga
Deep-fried burrito, crispy on the outside, filled with shredded chicken cooked in chipotle sauce, refried beans, rice, sour cream, cheese, and guacamole
$21.00
California
Flour tortilla filled with carne asada, French fries, cheese, sour cream, and guacamole
$21.00
Breaded Fried Fish Or Grilled Fish
Filled with rice, refried beans, sour cream, pico de gallo, and red salsa
$22.00
Shrimp
Grilled shrimp, filled with rice, refried beans, sour cream, lettuce, zucchini, bell peppers, onions, pico de gallo, and red salsa
$22.00
Wet Chile Colorado
Tender braised pork in guajillo sauce, filled with onions, cilantro, refried beans, rice, and smothered in red sauce and melted cheese
$21.50
Wet Chile Verde
Tender braised pork in guajillo sauce, filled with onions, cilantro, refried beans, rice and smothered in red sauce and melted cheese
$21.50
Monster Burrito
Grilled chicken & grilled shrimp, filled with grilled spinach, zucchini, bell peppers, onions, guacamole, and black beans
$23.50
Chile Relleno
Roasted Poblano pepper stuffed with cheese, coated in a fluffy egg battered and fried until golden brown, filled with rice, refried beans, onions, cilantro and red salsa
$19.00
Rice, Bean & Cheese
Filled with refried beans, cheese, and rice
$15.75
Bean & Cheese
Filled with refried beans and cheese
$14.75
Sautéed Mushrooms
Grilled mushrooms, filled with pico de gallo, guacamole, lettuce, red salsa, refried beans, and rice
$15.75
Spinach
Spinach, black beans, rice, guacamole, green salsa, and pico de gallo
$14.75
Veggies
Grilled zucchini, grilled bell peppers, grilled onions, filled with guacamole, lettuce, pico de gallo, rice & refried beans
$14.75
Make It Wet
Topped with sauce & cheese
Green Sauce
Topped with cheese
$7.75
Red Sauce
Topped with cheese
$7.75
Mole Sauce
Topped with cheese
$9.75
Tortas
Savory Mexican bread with your choice of protein, mayonnaise, tomatoes, onions, lettuce, and guacamole, served with a small salad or French fries
Chicken Milanesa or Beef Milanesa
Chicken breast or beef that is breaded and fried until golden brown, mayonnaise, tomatoes, onions, lettuce, guacamole, and chipotle
$18.00
Grilled Chicken or Carne Asada
Grilled chicken or grilled carne asada, mayonnaise, tomatoes, onions, lettuce, guacamole, and chipotle
$19.75
Chile Relleno
Roasted Poblano pepper stuffed with cheese, coated in a fluffy egg batter and fried, mayonnaise, tomatoes, onions, lettuce, guacamole, and red salsa
$17.00
Quesadillas
Grilled flour tortilla filled with your choice of protein and cheese. Served with a side of shredded lettuce pico de gallo, guacamole, and sour cream
Carne Asada
$18.75
Chorizo
$18.75
Birria
$18.75
Carnitas
$18.75
Grilled Chicken
$18.75
Al Pastor
$18.75
Grilled Shrimp
$20.75
Grilled Fish
$20.75
Spinach
$15.75
Mushrooms
$16.75
Veggies
$15.75
Cheese
$15.75
Jalapeños
$14.75
Mulitas
Two handmade corn tortillas, filled with your choice of protein, cheese, onions, cilantro, guacamole, and red salsa
Cheese
$12.00
Carne Asada
$15.00
Chorizo
$15.00
Birria
$15.00
Carnitas
$15.00
Grilled Chicken
$15.00
Al Pastor
$15.00
Grilled Shrimp
$16.00
Grilled Fish
$16.00
Spinach
$13.00
Mushrooms
$14.00
Veggies
$13.00
Cheese
$13.00
Jalapeños
$13.00
Sopes
2 crispy fried corn tortillas, topped with your choice of protein, spread with refried beans, topped with lettuce, cheese, pico de gallo, and sour cream
Chorizo
$16.75
Carne Asada
$16.75
Birria
$16.75
Carnitas
$16.75
Tinga
$16.75
Grilled Chicken
$15.00
Al Pastor
$16.75
Grilled Shrimp
$17.75
Grilled Fish
$17.75
Mushrooms
$14.00
Veggies
$13.00
Huaraches
1 crispy fried corn tortilla, topped with your choice of protein, spread with refried beans, topped with lettuce, cheese, pico de gallo, and sour cream
Chorizo
$17.75
Carne Asada
$17.75
Birria
$17.75
Carnitas
$17.75
Tinga
$17.75
Grilled Chicken
$16.00
Al Pastor
$17.75
Grilled Shrimp
$18.75
Grilled Fish
$18.75
Mushrooms
$13.00
Veggies
$13.00
Tostadas
Crispy fried corn tortilla, topped with your choice of protein, spread with refried beans, topped with lettuce, pico de gallo, and sour cream
Carne Asada
$13.75
Chorizo
$13.75
Birria
$13.75
Carnitas
$13.75
Grilled Chicken
$12.75
Al Pastor
$13.75
Grilled Shrimp
$15.75
Grilled Fish
$15.75
Mushrooms
$11.00
Veggies
$11.00
Tinga
$12.75
Soups
Served with a side of handmade corn tortillas
Birria Soup
Made daily Mexican beef stew that is slow-cooked until the beef is tender and falls apart, topped with onions and cilantro
$19.75
Lentil Soup
Made daily with tomato, garlic, onions, and cilantro
$15.75
Chicken Soup
Made daily with carrots, cabbage, potato, and celery. Topped with onions, cilantro, and spinach
$18.75
Pozole
Mexican pozole is a rich, brothy soup made with chicken, hominy, and thyme. Served with toppings like shredded cabbage, oregano, cilantro, lime, and onions
$19.75
Menudo Soup
A hearty, authentic Mexican classic: slow-cooked honeycomb beef tripe, calf's foot, in a mild red chile broth, topped with onions, cilantro, dried chiles, and oregano seasoning
$19.75
Salads
Taco Salad
Fried flour tortilla shell filled with your choice of protein, lettuce, guacamole, pico de gallo, refried beans, cheese, and sour cream
Add Chicken $6.00
Add Carne Asada $10.00
Add Tiger Shrimp $12.00
$17.00
Beets & Pepita Mexican Salad
Kale, cabbage, radish, red onion, avocado, queso fresco, citrus vinaigrette
Add Chicken $6.00
Add Carne Asada $10.00
Add Tiger Shrimp $12.00
$16.00
Quinoa & Avocado Salad
Avocado, green beans, radish, red onions, arugula, and cilantro vinaigrette
Add Chicken $6.00
Add Carne Asada $10.00
Add Tiger Shrimp $12.00
$19.00
Caesar Salad
Romain lettuce, croutons, cotija cheese, Caesar dressing
Add Chicken $6.00
Add Carne Asada $10.00
Add Tiger Shrimp $12.00
$16.00
Sides
Fries
$7.00
Sour Cream
$3.00
4 Chiles Toreados
$5.00
Small Salad
$7.00
Handmade Corn Tortillas
$7.00
Rice
$7.00
Black Beans
$7.00
Refried Beans
$7.00
Whole Beans
$7.00
Creamy Corn
$7.00
Market Vegetables
Roasted potatoes, green beans, and mushrooms
$7.00
Coffees & Teas
Coffee & Espresso
Espresso $5.00
Americano $5.00
Cappuccino $6.00
Cortado $6.00
Latte $7.00
Macchiato $6.00
Cold Brew $6.00
Cafe De Olla $6.00
Specialty Drinks
Churro Latte $7.00
Matcha or Chai Latte $7.00
Honey Vanilla Latte $7.00
Strawberry Matcha (Cold) $7.00
Horchata Latte $7.00
Caramel Vanilla Latte $7.00
Caramel Macchiato $7.00
Hot Chocolate $7.00
English Breakfast $5.00
Earl Grey $5.00
Cold Foam
Vanilla $2.00
Strawberry $2.00
Coconut $2.00
Breakfast Burritos
Bacon, Ham, Sausage
Flour tortilla filled with eggs, grilled potatoes, cheese, and red salsa. Served with a small salad
$20.00
Bacon or Ham or Sausage
Flour tortilla filled with eggs, grilled potatoes, cheese, and red salsa. Served with a small salad
$18.75
Carne Asada or Chorizo or Al Pastor or Birria
Flour tortilla filled with eggs, grilled potatoes, cheese, and red salsa. Served with a small salad
$19.75
Grilled Chicken
Flour tortilla filled with eggs, grilled potatoes, cheese, and red salsa. Served with a small salad
$19.75
Jalapeño
Flour tortilla filled with grilled jalapeños, eggs, grilled onions, rice & refried beans, cheese, and red salsa. Served with a small salad
$16.75
Potato
Flour tortilla filled with eggs, grilled potatoes, cheese, rice, refried beans, and red salsa. Served with a small salad
$16.75
Spinach
Flour tortilla filled with eggs, grilled onions, cheese, rice, and refried beans. Served with a small salad
$16.75
Mushrooms
Flour tortilla filled with eggs, tomatoes, jalapeños, cilantro, onions, refried beans, and rice. Served with a small salad
$17.75
Avocado Breakfast Burrito
Breakfast burrito scramble eggs, potatoes, cheese, pico de gallo, chipotle aioli
$18.50
Code 7
Flour tortilla filled with grilled chicken breast, egg whites, spinach, guacamole, refried beans, and red salsa. Served with a small salad
$19.50
Sanchez
Flour tortilla filled with eggs, tomato, jalapeños, cilantro, onions, rice, and refried beans. Served with a small salad
$16.00
Make It Wet
Topped with sauce & cheese
Green Sauce
Topped with cheese
$7.75
Red Sauce
Topped with cheese
$7.75
Mole Sauce
Topped with cheese
$9.75
Breakfast
Steak & Eggs
Grilled ribeye 8 oz with two eggs any style, grilled potatoes, refried beans, and handmade corn tortillas
$28.00
Two Eggs & Two Bacon, Two Sausage & Grilled Potatoes
$19.00
Mole Chilaquiles
Crispy tortilla chips, mole sauce, sour cream, queso fresco, pickled onions, two eggs
Add Chicken Tinga $6.00
Add Carne Asada $8.00
Add Skirt Steak $15.00
$16.00
Chilaquiles Verdes
Crispy tortilla chips, tomatillo & jalapeños salsa, sour cream, queso fresco, pickled onions, two eggs
Add Chicken Tinga $6.00
Add Carne Asada $8.00
Add Skirt Steak $15.00
$16.00
Chilaquiles Rojos
Crispy tortilla chips, guajillo red salsa, sour cream, queso fresco, pickled onions, two eggs
Add Chicken Tinga $6.00
Add Carne Asada $8.00
Add Skirt Steak $15.00
$16.00
Huevos Rancheros Con Tinga
Two sunny-side-up eggs, fried tortilla, ranchera salsa, black beans, pico de gallo, avocado, and queso fresco
$17.00
Huevos Divorciados
Two eggs over fried tortilla, drenched with red & green salsa, topped with guacamole, sour cream, and pico de gallo, rice & refried beans
$16.00
Mexican Omelette
Chorizo, mixed cheese, jalapeños, onions, topped with ranchera salsa
Beans
Grilled Potatoes
Small Salad
$18.00
Venice Omelette
Mushrooms, spinach, red peppers, onions, avocado, mixed cheese
Beans
Grilled Potatoes
Small Salad
$18.00
Breakfast Bowl
Hearty bowl of crispy potatoes, cheese, refried beans, scrambled eggs, and sour cream
Choice Of:
Chorizo
Bacon
Sausage
Asada
Chicken
$23.00
Two Breakfast Tacos
Handmade corn tortillas, scrambled eggs, cheese, red salsa, avocado
Beans
Grilled Potatoes
Small Salad
Choice Of:
Chorizo
Bacon
Sausage
$15.00
French Toast & Pancakes & Waffles
French Toast Original
Mixed berries, whipped cream
$15.00
French Toast & Orange Cream Glaze
Orange cream glaze, fresh oranges, whipped cream
$17.00
French Toast & Cinnamon
French toast infused with cinnamon sugar served with maple syrup and whipped cream
$15.00
Buttermilk Pancakes
Fluffy and golden, served with mixed berries, whipped cream, and maple syrup
$13.00
Blueberry Pancakes
Fluffy and golden with blueberry
$13.00
Original Waffles
Served with mixed berries, whipped cream, and maple syrup
$15.00
Chicken & Waffles
Crispy fried chicken on top of warm waffles with maple syrup
$15.00
Breakfast Sides
$5
Bacon
Sausage
Two Eggs
Mixed Berries
Grilled Potatoes
Mains
Lava Rock Molcajete
Sizzling volcanic stone bowl loaded with grilled carne asada, chicken, chorizo, cactus paddles, jalapeños, scallions, and grilled queso fresco in a rich, warm tomatillo-chile sauce. Served with handmade corn tortillas
$45.00
Ribeye
Seared in a hot cast iron skillet with butter and fresh herbs, served with gravy, sautéed vegetables, and mashed potatoes
18 oz $69.00
Steak Frites
Skirt steak, crispy French fries, and peppercorn sauce
8 oz $30.00
Quesa Birria Taco Plate
Three crispy Quesabirria tacos served with warm consomme, onions & cilantro
$25.00
Bistec Encebollado
Steak and onions grilled, served with a side of rice, refried beans, guacamole, and handmade corn tortillas
$36.00
Carne Asada Plate
Ranchera, rice, refried beans, BBQ onions, pico de gallo, guacamole, with handmade corn tortillas
$36.00
Chile Colorado
Plate pork braised in a spicy guajillo sauce, with a side of rice & refried beans and handmade corn tortillas
$25.00
Chile Verde Plate
Pork braised in a tomatillo & jalapeño sauce, with a side of rice & refried beans and handmade corn tortillas
$25.00
Braised Short Ribs
Glazed with mole sauce, creamy mashed potatoes, sautéed veggies
$30.00
Chile Verde Pork Chop
Pork braised in a tomatillo & jalapeño sauce, with a side of rice & refried beans and handmade corn tortillas
$30.00
Half Roasted Chicken
Served with sautéed seasonal vegetables, au jus sauce, and mashed potatoes
$25.00
Chicken Pipián Verde Plate
Chicken smothered in green mole made from toasted pumpkin seeds, tomatillos, epazote, and chiles. With a side of rice & refried beans and handmade corn tortillas
$27.00
Chicken Pipián Rojo Plate
Chicken smothered in a traditional Mexican red sauce of toasted pumpkin seeds, peanuts, sesame seeds, and red chiles. With a side of rice & refried beans and handmade corn tortillas
$27.00
Mole Plate
Half roasted chicken in mole sauce, rice, refried beans, and handmade corn tortillas
$30.00
Chicken Milanesa Plate
Breaded chicken, rice, refried beans, pico de gallo, and guacamole
$27.00
Enchiladas Suizas
Shredded chicken, creamy tomatillo sauce, sour cream, cheese, sesame seeds, rice, and refried beans
$25.00
Mole Poblano Enchiladas
Shredded chicken, traditional mole Poblano, sour cream, cheese, sesame seeds, rice, and refried beans
$30.00
Market Enchiladas
Filled with veggies, corn, mushrooms, ranchera sauce, sour cream, rice, and refried beans
$28.00
House Fajitas
Your choice of protein, sautéed bell peppers, zucchini, and onions, with guacamole, pico de gallo, rice & refried beans, and a side of handmade corn or flour tortillas
Chicken $33.00
Beef $35.00
Skirt Steak $40.00
Customer Notice: Parties of 6 or more will be charged an automatic 20% gratuity
Customer Pricing Notice: This business has a 3% cash discount incentive built into all pricing
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness
Drinks
Wine
Sparkling & Rosé
Piper Sonoma Brut
Glass $16.50
Whispering Angel Rosé, Côtes De Provence
Glass $16.50
White
Seaglass Sauvignon Blanc, Central Coast
Glass $16.50
Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand 2024
Bottle $83.00
Terrazas De Los Andes Reserva Chardonnay
Glass $16.50
Stag Leap Chardonnay, Napa Valley 2022
Bottle $93.00
Prosecco Avissi
Bottle 187 ml $16.50
Red
Boen Pinot Noir, Napa Valley 2023
Glass $16.50
Francisca Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa valley 2021
Glass $16.50
Joseph Phelps Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 2022
Bottle $206.00
Beer
Draft beer $12
Modelo Especial
Negra Modelo
Dos Equis Lager
Pacifico
Corona
Blue Moon
Lagunitas Hazy IPA
Coors Light
Local beer $11.50
Boomtown Bad Hombre
Lager
Can
Mules
Mexican Mule
El Jimador Silver Tequila, lime, ginger beer
$18.00
Moscow Mule
Tito’s Hand Made Vodka, lime, ginger beer
$18.00
Oaxacan Mule
Mezcal, lime, ginger beer
$18.00
Cocktails
Margarita Por Favor
El Jimador Silver Tequila, fresh lime, homemade sweet & sour, Cointreau. Choose your flavor
Choose Your Flavor:
Classic
Mango
Passionfruit
Watermelon
Cucumber
Tamarindo
Fresa
Coconut
Guava
Blood Orange
$19.50
The Santa Monica Sirena
Tequila Blanco, house-made sweet hibiscus syrup, fresh lime
$18.00
Cadillac Margarita
El Tesoro Silver Tequila, fresh sweet & sour, Grand Marnier
$27.00
El Campeón Margarita
Don Julio 1942, blood orange, fresh lemon, fresh tamarind, Cointreau
$30.00
Valle Oaxaqueño
Espadín Mezcal, pasilla, cilantro, fresh lime, Cointreau
$19.50
La Tóxica
El Jimador Silver Tequila, Espadín Mezcal, pineapple, strawberry, fresh lime, house-made chile de arbol spicy syrup
$20.00
La Picosita
Espadín Mezcal, pineapple juice, fresh lemon, house-made chile de arbol spicy syrup
$19.00
La Passion
El Jimador Silver Tequila, fresh lime, passion fruit syrup, Cointreau, almonds, orange blossom water, simple syrup
$19.00
Coconut Mojito
Rum, coconut cream, mint leaves, fresh lime, simple syrup
$19.00
Suavecito
Tito’s Handmade Vodka, grapefruit, St. Germain, fresh lemon, house-made simple syrup
$18.00
Carajillo Mazapán
Liquor 43, leche evaporada, Mazapán, espresso
$20.00
Cantarito
El Jimador Silver Tequila, fresh lime, fresh grapefruit, fresh orange, squirt, salt
$19.00
La Paloma
Classic: grapefruit, lime, squirt, salt
Choice of: (well) tequila or mezcal
Choice of: guava or jamaica
$18.00
Classic Cocktails
Tequila Sunrise
El Jimador Silver Tequila, orange juice, grenadine
$19.00
Negroni Classico
Gin, Campari, sweet vermouth
$20.00
Mexican Old Fashioned
Herradura Añejo Tequila, bitters, Maraschino cherry
$25.00
Charro Negro
El Jimador Silver Tequila, Coke, lime, salt
$20.00
Piña Colada
Rum, pineapple, coconut cream, blended or on the rocks
$19.50
Espresso Martini
Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Borghetti, espresso
$20.00
Customer Notice: Parties of 6 or more will be charged an automatic 20% gratuity
Customer Pricing Notice: This business has a 3% cash discount incentive built into all pricing
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness
Spirits
Tequila
El Jimador Silver
$18.00
Clase Azul Plata
$45.00
Clase Azul Reposado
$55.00
Clase Azul Añejo
$75.00
Don Fulano Blanco
$19.00
Don Fulano Reposado
$25.00
Don Fulano Añejo
$35.00
Don Julio Reposado
$20.00
Don Julio Añejo
$23.00
Don Julio Añejo 70th
$25.00
Don Julio Añejo 1942
$50.00
El Tesoro Blanco
$22.00
Fortaleza Blanco
$25.00
Fortaleza Reposado
$30.00
Fortaleza Añejo
$36.00
Mandala Blanco
$19.00
Mandala Reposado
$26.00
Mandala Anejo
$31.00
Mandala Extra Añejo
$50.00
Siete Leguas Blanco
$23.00
Siete Leguas Añejo
$30.00
Tequila Ocho Plata
$20.00
Tequila Ocho Reposado
$28.00
Tesoro Reposado
$25.00
Mezcal
Amaras Joven Espadín
$18.50
Derrumbes Durango
$18.50
Madre Espadín
$18.50
Madre Ensemble
$21.50
Vago Espadín Barriga
$19.50
Mexican Bottles
Mexican Coke
$8.50
Mexican Sprite
$8.50
Mexican Squirt
$8.50
Jarritos
$8.50
Aguas Fresca
Horchata
$8.50
Watermelon
$8.50
Jamaica
$8.50
Mocktails
The Iced Creamsicle
Fresh orange juice, pineapple juice, coconut cream, soda water, whipped cream
$15.00
Piña Colada
$12.50
Margaritas
$12.50
Blackberry Spritzer
$12.50
Brunch Special
Bloody Mary
Titos Handmade Vodka, Bloody Mary mix, lime, lemon
$18.00
Michelada
Choice of beer, michelada mix, lime
$15.00
Blackberry Spritzer
Aperol, lime, Sprite, blackberries
$16.00
Mimosa
Choose your flavor
Orange
Passionfruit
Guava
Strawberry
$12.00
Hours & Location
View Tacos Por Favor Bar And Grill at 2947 Lincold Blvd,
Santa Monica, CA 90405 on Google Maps
Call Tacos Por Favor Bar And Grill by phone at
424-433-8037
tacosporfavorbargrill@gmail.com
Hours
Monday: 3PM - 9PM
Tuesday - 11AM - 9PM
Wednesday - 3PM - 9PM
Thursday - Friday: 9AM - 10PM
Saturday: 9AM - 10PM
Sunday: 9AM - 9PM
Private Events
About Us
Welcome to Tacos Por Favor Bar & Gril
Since 1998, we have been humbly making tacos and serving the incredible community of Santa Monica, California. Today, we are thrilled to bring you a brand-new way to experience our heritage with our first full-service restaurant.
Step inside Tacos Por Favor Bar & Grill and let us transport you completely out of your daily routine. Designed to look and feel like a true Mexican destination, our new space pairs the rich, comforting flavors you've loved for decades with an elevated dining experience. Pull up a hand-carved chair under our floral canopy, explore our new modern bar and artisanal espresso menu, and let us take care of the rest. The journey starts the moment you walk through the door!
Parking
Getting Here & Parking
Your hassle-free dining experience starts before you even step through the door. We provide free parking for our guests in our designated lot. While our private lot spaces are limited, you can always find easy, open parking along the side of the street right by the restaurant. We can't wait to host you!
Venues
Looking for the perfect venue to host your next private event? Look no further! We offer an exquisite setting for all your special occasions. Whether you're planning a corporate gathering, a milestone celebration, or an intimate social event, our versatile spaces and exceptional service will make your event unforgettable.
For all inquiries, please fill out the form below and we’ll be in touch soon.
Indoor Space
A Transportive Journey of Flavor and Atmosphere
The moment you step inside, you are transported straight to the heart of Mexico. Our dining room captures the warmth of a traditional hacienda, featuring hand-carved wooden seating, rustic details, and striking columns wrapped in vibrant, blooming pink bougainvillea. The journey continues at our brand-new, modern bar—illuminated with playful neon signs and stocked for the ultimate fiesta. Whether you are settling into a cozy booth beneath our floral canopy, sipping a signature cocktail from the new bar, or wrapping up your meal with a premium espresso drink crafted right from our new espresso machine, every detail is designed to feel like a vibrant escape.
- Capacity Seated:60
Outdoor Patio
Host Your Next Celebration Under the Bougainvillea!
Looking for the ultimate spot to host a birthday, wedding, or family celebration? Our covered outdoor patio completely transports you to Mexico! Featuring gorgeous hand-painted archways, vibrant cascading bougainvillea, authentic Equipales leather seating, and a canopy of glowing wicker lanterns, it’s a festive oasis built for year-round comfort. Enjoy a beautiful, refreshing breeze on sunny days, or stay perfectly cozy under our outdoor heaters when it turns chilly. Book your date today and let us set the stage for an unforgettable fiesta!
- Capacity Seated: 40
Contact
FAQs
1. What are your operating hours?
Our restaurant is open from MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, FROM 11:00AM TO 9:00PM THURSDAY AND FRIDAY 11:00AM TO 10:00PM, SATURDAY 9:00AM TO 10:00PM, SUNDAY 9:00AM TO 9:00PM all days of the week. Please note that these hours may vary on holidays or special occasions.
2. Do you offer vegetarian/vegan options?
Yes, we offer a variety of vegetarian and vegan options. From grilled veggie tacos to plant-based proteins and fresh, vibrant sides, we make sure there’s something for everyone.
3. How far in advance should I make a reservation?
We recommend making a reservation as early as possible, especially for weekend evenings or special occasions. Reservations can be made online through our website or by contacting us directly.
4. Can I bring my own wine?
We offer an extensive wine list curated to complement our menu. We encourage you to inquire with our staff beforehand but the answer is generally no.
5. Do you accommodate large groups or private events?
Yes, we offer private dining options and can accommodate groups of various sizes for special events or celebrations. Please contact us for more information and to discuss your specific needs.
6. Can I make special requests for my reservation?
Absolutely! We strive to accommodate special requests to ensure that your dining experience with us is exceptional. Whether you have dietary restrictions, seating preferences, or special occasions to celebrate, please let us know, and we'll do our best to accommodate your needs.
Still have questions?
Send us a message and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible. Looking forward to hearing from you.
Careers
Work With Us
We’d love to have you join our team! Please use the form below to apply. Feel free to send in your resume even if you don't see the position you're looking for listed.