La Cucaracha Restaurante Menu
Welcome to La Cucaracha Restaurante, a vibrant gem nestled in Saint Paul, MN. This lively spot combines the warmth of traditional Mexican cuisine with a contemporary twist, making it perfect for any occasion. From the moment you step in, you’ll be greeted by the inviting atmosphere, enhanced by live music on weekends.
Indulge in their signature soups, like the Big Bowl of Grilled Shrimp Soup, bursting with flavor from seasoned ingredients. The Fiesta Beef Taco offers a delightful platter showcasing various textures and tastes, while the Ole Mole enchiladas are simply unforgettable.
Don’t skip dessert—try the Mexican Flan, a divine creamy custard topped with caramelized sugar. La Cucaracha excels at catering to all, including vegan options, making it a family-friendly destination. With great food, outdoor seating, and a lively atmosphere, it’s not just a meal; it’s a fiesta waiting to happen!
Appetizers
Eddie's Kahlua Shrimp
Wrapped in bacon.
Mexican Shrimp Cocktail
Shelled prawns served with a cocktail sauce.
Chorizo Chango
Beans topped with chorizo covered with cheese, fresh minced jalapenos and baked until bubbly, served with flour tortillas. Spicy.
I Love My Nachos Grande
Baked with Colby cheese beans, beef, tomatoes, onions and jalapenos served with lettuce, guacamole and sour cream (available without meat).
Nachos Azteca
Baked with chihuahua cheese spiced and marinated grilled chicken, black beans and cilantro (available without meat).
Guacamole & Chips
A creamy dip made from avocado.
Chile con Queso & Chips
Vegetarian.
Wings
Cooked wing of a chicken coated in sauce or seasoning.
Chips
Vegetarian.
House Soup
Chicken, rice, pico de gallo and avocado in a rich garlicky chicken broth and served with tortillas.
Big Bowl of Grilled Shrimp Soup
Tomatoes, onions, chicken, rice a sliced hardboiled egg and cilantro in a rich garlicky chicken broth, served with tortillas.
Ensalada Fresca
Greens combined with seasonal vegetables and feta cheese.
Cactus Salad
Soups & Salads
Taste the Tradition
Fiesta
Beef taco spiced chicken taco, cheese enchilada, bean tostada and Mexican rice. Gluten friendly.
Ole Mole
3 cheese enchilada covered with mole sauce topped with sour cream and choice of a fried or sliced hardboiled egg, served with Mexican rice and beans, a flores family favorite.
Huevos Rancheros
2 large fried eggs served over corn tortillas, covered with ranchero sauce and cheese, served with grilled red potatoes and beans. Spicy. Gluten friendly.
Los Cabos Tacos
2 flour tortillas filled with sauteed or fried fish and pineapple slaw, served with cilantro beer rice, black beans and a chile ajo sour cream sauce.
Lil Bob's Smothered Burrito
A large flour tortilla filled with beef onion, lettuce, tomato, mushrooms and bell pepper covered with enchilada sauce and cheese, served with Mexican rice and beans.
Puerco Guisado Burrito
A large flour tortilla filled with pork stewed in green chiles, covered with tomatillo sauce, chihuahua cheese and onion, served with Mexican rice. Spicy.
1/4 Mama's Fried Chicken
No batter here, just crispy and juicy fried chicken dusted with spices and a side of fries, served with salad. Gluten friendly.
1/2 Mama's Fried Chicken
Breast and leg. No batter here, just crispy and juicy fried chicken dusted with spices and a side of fries, served with salad. Gluten friendly.
Tacho's Pollo Loco
Char grilled boneless chicken breast covered with chipotle adobo sauce, served with Mexican rice, beans, sour cream, guacamole and flour tortillas. Spicy.
Enchiladas Suizas
3 corn tortillas layered with chicken, Swiss cheese and covered with tomatillo sauce, topped with feta and Colby cheese, sour cream, onion and cilantro served with Mexican rice. Gluten friendly.
Puerco Guisado Verde
Stewed pork in a jalapeno chile sauce with flour tortillas and salad to make your own tacos, served with Mexican rice and beans. Spicy.
Ashlita's Fajitas
Choice of marinated chicken, steak or shrimp grilled with bell peppers, tomatoes, lemon and onions accompanied with a side of guacamole, sour cream, lettuce, pico de gallo, Mexican rice, beans and flour tortillas.
Ashlita's Fajitas Trio
Choice of marinated chicken, steak or shrimp grilled with bell peppers, tomatoes, lemon and onions accompanied with a side of guacamole, sour cream, lettuce, pico de gallo, Mexican rice, beans and flour tortillas.
Gina's Yucatan Tostadas
2 black bean tostadas layered with sour cream, avocado slices, feta cheese and pico de gallo, served with cilantro beer rice. Gluten friendly.
Estrella's Flautas
3 corn tortillas filled with spiced chicken, fried and topped with sour cream sauce, feta cheese and avocado slices, served with Mexican rice, beans and a side of smoky chipotle sauce. Gluten friendly.
Grilled Quesadilla
A large flour tortilla filled with chihuahua cheese and tomatoes, served with black beans and a side of chipotle sauce.
Chimichanga
A large flour tortilla filled with choice of ground chuck or spiced chicken deep fried and covered with enchilada sauce and cheese, served with sour cream and Mexican rice.
1 Taco
Choice of crispy corn, soft corn or soft flour tortillas. Gluten friendly.
3 Tacos
Choice of crispy corn, soft corn or soft flour tortillas. Gluten friendly.
1 Enchilada
Gluten friendly.
3 Enchiladas
Gluten friendly.
1 Tostada
Gluten friendly.
3 Tostadas
Gluten friendly.
1 Bean Burrito
1 Beef Burrito
Hot & Spicy Skirt Steak
1 steak burrito with beans & drizzled with sour cream sauce.
1 Chicken Burrito
1 Chicken Mole Burrito
1 Grilled Chicken & Black Bean Burrito
Side of Sour Cream
Large Side of Pickled Red Onions
Side of Pico de Gallo
Cilantro Beer Rice
Mexican Rice
Beans
Rice and Beans
Black Beans & Onions
3 Corn Tortillas
3 Flour Tortillas
Mole Sauce
Enchilada Sauce
Tomatillo Sauce
Chipotle Sauce
2 oz. Guacamole
Colby Cheese
Feta Cheese
Chihuahua Cheese
A la Carte Tacos, Enchiladas & Tostadas
Desserts
Mexican Flan
Creamy custard baked with orange, lemon and canela over caramelized sugar.
