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Ponce's Mexican Restaurant

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Seasonal Food Specials3 dishes

Turkey Albondigas$7.00+

Classic Mexican meatball soup with a light, summer twist! Flavorful ground turkey meatballs in a rich broth with zucchini, carrots, onions, rice and spices.

Cochinita Pibil$22.00

Pork slow-cooked in a vibrant chile sauce. Served with our classic rice and beans topped with pickled onion, lemon, cilantro, and queso fresco. Choice of corn or flour tortillas GF

MilkWheat
Spicy Caesar Salad$7.00+

Chopped romaine, avocado, tomato, roasted pepita seeds, parmesan, and seasoned croutons tossed in a creamy serrano-Caesar dressing. Available not spicy by request.

VegetarianSpicy
MilkWheat

Appetizers10 dishes

Guacamole$10.00+

*Image shown is a 1/2 pint (8oz) and comes with a small bag of chips. (for Vegan, request no cheese)

Vegetarian
Milk
Queso Dip (large)$17.00

V Add ground or impossible beef, or chorizo +$3

Vegetarian
Milk
Queso Dip (small)$10.00

V Add ground or impossible beef, or chorizo +$3

Vegetarian
Milk
Quesadilla$8.00

V Soft or crispy Add ground, shredded, or impossible beef, or shredded chicken +$3 Add carne asada, pollo asado, or carnitas +$5

Vegetarian
MilkWheat
Shrimp Ceviche with Avocado$19.00

GF

Pescetarian
Shellfish
Quesadilla Suprema$13.00

V Crispy flour tortilla with melted cheddar, sour cream, and guacamole Add ground, shredded, or impossible beef, or shredded chicken +$3 Add carne asada, pollo asado, or carnitas +5

Vegetarian
MilkWheat
Salsa Fresca (small)$4.00

V GF

Vegan
Salsa Fresca (large)$6.00

V GF

Vegan
Nachos$12.00

V GF Topped with cheddar cheese, guacamole, sour cream and queso añejo Add ground, shredded, or impossible beef, or shredded chicken +$3 Add carne asada, pollo asado, or carnitas +$5 GF

Vegetarian
Milk
Carne Asada Fries$18.00

GF French fries, melted cheddar, sour cream, guacamole and queso añejo

Milk

Soups & Salad4 dishes

Ensalada Suprema$14.00

V GF Romaine, crispy tortilla strips, pinto beans, bell peppers, tomato, queso añejo, avocado, choice of ranch, oil & vinegar, or chipotle dressing Add steak or chicken +$5 Add shrimp +$7

Vegetarian
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Side Salad$6.00

Mixed greens with choice of ensalada suprema dressings: ranch, oil & vinegar, chipotle, plain, or on the side.

Vegetarian
Milk
Chicken Tortilla Soup$8.00+

Served with avocado and queso añejo, our Chicken Tortilla soup is gluten-free. 1 Cup = 1 Serving 1 Bowl = 1 -2 Servings 1 Quart = 2-4 Servings

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Turkey Albondigas$7.00+

Classic Mexican meatball soup with a light, summer twist! Flavorful ground turkey meatballs in a rich broth with zucchini, carrots, onions, rice and spices.

House Specialties12 dishes

Enchiladas Suizas Plate$22.00

Two shredded chicken enchiladas with tomatillo cream sauce and manchego cheese, with rice and beans on the side

Milk
Letter A Chicken Enchiladas Plate$21.00

Two chicken enchiladas, topped with sour cream and avocado, with rice and beans on the side

Milk
Classic Fajitas Plate$26.00

Choose steak, chicken, or grilled veggies with bell peppers, onions, guacamole, sour cream, salsa fresca, rice, beans, and choice of tortillas on the side shrimp +$5 V

Milk
Ponce's Special Tostada$18.00

Large crispy flour tortilla topped with ground, shredded, or Impossible beef, or shredded chicken, refried beans, lettuce, tomato, avocado, sour cream, and queso añejo V

WheatMilk
Tacos De Birria Plate$25.00

Four shredded beef mini tacos with melted jack cheese, beef consume, rice, and beans

Milk
Chile Relleno Plate$21.00

Two chiles rellenos topped with ranchera salsa, rice and beans on the side

EggsMilk
Chile Verde Plate$22.00

Slow-cooked pork, stewed in tomatillo sauce. corn or flour tortillas.

Wheat
Carnitas Plate$21.00

Mexican pulled pork, served with guacamole, sour cream, salsa fresca, rice, beans and choice of tortillas.

MilkWheat
Veggie Fajitas Plate$23.00

Grilled zucchini, potatoes, bell peppers, onion, mushrooms and corn with sides of avocado, salsa fresca, whole pinto beans and veggie rice. Choice of tortillas. V

Vegetarian
Chimichanga Plate$20.00

Burrito of your choice, deep fried and served with rice, beans and all the sides.

Wheat
Camarones A La Diabla Plate$26.00

Shrimp in a spicy three chile sauce, served with guacamole, sour cream, salsa fresca, rice, beans, and choice of tortillas on the side

PescetarianSpicy
ShellfishMilk
Camarones Rancheros Plate$26.00

Shrimp in a spicy ranchera salsa with tomato, onion, and chile guerito, served with rice, beans, and choice of tortillas on the side

PescetarianSpicy
Shellfish

Burritos17 dishes

California Burrito$19.00

Carne asada, guacamole, sour cream, french fries, cheddar cheese, and salsa fresca

MilkWheat
Veggie Suprema Burrito$14.00

V Veggie beans and rice, monterey jack cheese, guacamole, sour cream, salsa fresca and lettuce

Vegetarian
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Baja Shrimp Burrito$19.00

Shrimp, avocado, cabbage, chipotle sauce, and salsa fresca

Pescetarian
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Pollo Asado Burrito$16.00

With guacamole and salsa fresca

Wheat
Bean Burrito$11.00

Wrapped in flour tortillas and covered in red enchilada sauce.

Vegetarian
Wheat
Chile Verde Burrito$16.00

Tender pork stewed with tomatillo salsa inside and on top

Wheat
Surf & Turf Burrito$19.00

Carne asada, shrimp, avocado, tomatillo sauce, jack cheese, cabbage, and chipotle sauce

ShellfishMilkWheat
Bean & Cheese Burrito (wrapped)$11.00

Served with enchilada sauce on top

Vegetarian
MilkWheat
Ground Beef Burrito$11.00

Served with enchilada sauce on top

Wheat
Carnitas Burrito$16.00

With guacamole and salsa fresca

Wheat
Chorizo Burrito$15.00

Mexican sausage with scrambled eggs

EggsWheat
Shredded Chicken Burrito$11.00

Served with enchilada sauce on top

Wheat
Shredded Beef Burrito$11.00

Served with enchilada sauce on top

Wheat
Machaca Burrito$15.00

Shredded beef with onions, tomatoes, and scrambled eggs

EggsWheat
Impossible "Beef" Burrito$11.00

Served with enchilada sauce on top

Vegetarian
SoybeansWheat
Carne Asada Burrito$16.00

With guacamole and salsa fresca

Wheat
Combination Burrito$13.00

choice of ground, shredded, or impossible beef, or shredded chicken with beans inside and served with enchilada sauce on top

Wheat

Tacos14 dishes

3 Rolled Tacos$10.00

V GF Shredded beef, shredded chicken, or seasoned potato in crispy fried corn tortillas. Served with lettuce and cheddar cheese Add guacamole +$3 Add sour cream +$1 Turn into flautas +$2

Milk
Ground Beef Taco$6.00

Crispy corn tortilla, lettuce and queso añejo

Milk
Shredded Chicken Taco$6.00

Crispy corn tortilla, lettuce and queso añejo

Milk
Shredded Beef Taco$6.00

Crispy corn tortilla, lettuce and queso añejo

Milk
Carne Asada Taco$6.00

Salsa fresca, guacamole, and queso añejo

Milk
Carnitas Taco$6.00

Salsa fresca, guacamole, and queso añejo

Milk
Pollo Asado Taco$6.00

Salsa fresca, guacamole, and queso añejo

Milk
Shrimp Taco$8.00

GF Cabbage, chipotle sauce, avocado, and salsa fresca

Pescetarian
Shellfish
Birria Taco$6.00

One single soft shredded beef taco with melted monterey jack cheese. *Pictured as our Tacos de Birria plate which comes with 4 Birria Tacos, rice and beans (on our menu under House Specialties).

Milk
Impossible Beef Taco$6.00

Crispy corn tortilla, lettuce and queso añejo

Vegetarian
MilkSoybeans
Grilled Veggies Taco$6.00

V GF Potato, bell peppers, squash, mushrooms, corn, onion, cilantro, and guacamole

Vegan
Fried Fish Taco$8.00

Tempura battered cod, cabbage, salsa blanca, and salsa fresca

Pescetarian
EggsFishWheat
Guacamole Taco$6.00

Crispy corn tortilla, lettuce, queso anejo.

Vegetarian
Milk
Bean Taco$6.00

Crispy corn tortilla, lettuce, queso anejo.

Vegetarian
Milk

Enchiladas11 dishes

Cheese Enchilada$7.00

Topped with red enchilada sauce and melted cheddar

Vegetarian
Milk
Ground Beef Enchilada$7.00

Topped with red enchilada sauce and melted cheddar

Milk
Shredded Chicken Enchilada$7.00

Topped with red enchilada sauce and melted cheddar

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Shredded Beef Enchilada$7.00

Topped with red enchilada sauce and melted cheddar

Milk
Shrimp Enchilada$8.50

One enchilada stuffed with shrimp cheese and onions, and topped with our red enchilada sauce and more melted cheddar cheese.

Pescetarian
ShellfishMilk
Guacamole Enchilada$7.00

One enchilada stuffed with guacamole, and topped with our red enchilada sauce and more melted cheddar cheese.

Vegetarian
Milk
Impossible Ground "Beef" Enchilada$8.00

V Topped with tomatillo sauce

Vegetarian
Soybeans
Pollo Asado Enchilada$8.00

Topped with red enchilada sauce and melted cheddar

Milk
Suiza a la carte$8.00

One (1) shredded chicken enchilada with tomatillo cream sauce and Manchego cheese. *Photo is of the "Enchiladas Suizas Plate" which you can order under "House Specialties"

Milk
Carne Asada Enchilada$8.00

Topped with red enchilada sauce and melted cheddar

Milk
Carnitas Enchilada$8.00

Topped with red enchilada sauce and melted cheddar

Milk

Mindful Menu7 dishes

SHRIMP FAJITA BOWL$16.00

Seasoned shrimp grilled with bell pepper and onions, served over whole pinto beans, veggie rice and topped with salsa fresca and fresh avocado. Sub chicken or steak for no extra charge.

Pescetarian
Shellfish
"NAKED TACO" (3 for $12)$12.00

Choice of any 3 Specialty tacos, served without tortillas and over shredded lettuce. (Pictured: Shrimp, Pollo, and Carnitas)

“NAKED” TACO (1)$5.00

Choice of grilled Pollo Asado or Carne Asada, served (without a tortilla) over a bed of shredded lettuce, topped with fresh guacamole, salsa fresca and queso añejo. (Gluten-free) (Pictured: Carne Asada)

Milk
SOUP & SALAD COMBO$12.00

A cup of our delicious chicken tortilla soup with a small, lightly dressed tomato & cucumber salad. Gluten-free *Subbing Seasonal Soup may increase combo price.

Milk
LA VIDA SENCILLA SALAD$12.00

Crisp romaine lettuce with fresh tomato, cucumber, and avocado. Served with our tangy tomatillo salsa verde for dressing. Vegan, Gluten-free *Pictured with seasoned Impossible "Beef"! Add that or another protein below!

Vegan
SKINNY GUACAMOLE$8.00

3 ounces of our fresh guacamole with slices of cucumber, jicama, radish and our spicy, pickled carrots. Vegan, Gluten-Free

Vegan
GRILLED VEGGIE TACO COMBO$12.00

Potato, bell peppers, squash, mushrooms, corn, onion and cilantro on a warm corn tortilla topped with fresh guacamole. Served with whole pinto beans and veggie rice. Vegan

Vegan

Desayuno4 dishes

Huevos Rancheros$17.00

Fried egg, corn tortilla, ranchera sauce, rice, beans, and choice of tortillas on the side

Vegetarian
EggsWheat
Machaca Plate$17.00

GF Shredded beef, scrambled eggs, onions, tomatoes, rice, beans, and choice of tortillas on the side

EggsWheat
Chilaquiles$17.00

V GF Tortilla chips, scrambled with eggs, cotija cheese, onions, and sour cream, and choice of red or green sauce, rice, and beans

Vegetarian
EggsMilk
Chorizo Plate$17.00

GF Mexican sausage, scrambled eggs, rice, beans, and choice of tortillas on the side

EggsWheat

Kid's Menu6 dishes

Kids Enchilada Plate$10.95

Cheese enchilada with rice and beans

Vegetarian
Milk
Kids Cheeseburger Plate$10.95

Plain cheeseburger with french fries

MilkWheat
Kids Quesadilla Plate$10.95

Two mini cheese quesadillas with rice and beans

Vegetarian
MilkWheat
Kids Aedan’s Plate$10.95

Grilled chicken breast with rice. A simple and tasty plate named after one of our favorite customers!

Kids Burrito Plate$10.95

Mini bean and cheese burrito with rice and beans

Vegetarian
MilkWheat
Kids Beef Rolled Tacos Plate$10.95

Beef rolled tacos, typically includes a filling of seasoned beef wrapped in corn tortillas.

Family Packs8 dishes

Cheese Enchilada Family Pack$50.00

6 of Ponce's classic cheese enchiladas topped with red enchilada sauce and melted cheddar

Milk
Shredded Beef Enchilada Family Pack$50.00

6 classic shredded beef enchiladas topped with red enchilada sauce and melted cheddar

Milk
Chicken Enchilada Family Pack$50.00

6 classic chicken enchiladas topped with red enchilada sauce and melted cheddar

Milk
Enchiladas Suizas Family Pack$55.00

6 shredded chicken enchiladas with tomatillo cream sauce and Manchego cheese

Milk
Ground Beef Enchilada Family Pack$50.00

6 of Ponce's classic ground beef enchiladas topped with red enchilada sauce and melted cheddar

Milk
Enchilada DIY Kit$25.00

Everything you need to make Ponce's enchiladas at home - just add your own filling! Perfect for leftover Thanksgiving turkey! Comes with: - 16oz Mason Jar of Ponce's classic Enchilada Sauce - 6 corn tortillas - 16oz shredded cheddar cheese - 16oz Refried Beans - 16oz Spanish Rice - 1/2 pound Chips - 8oz Salsa Roja

Milk
Carnitas Family Pack$65.00

2 lbs of carnitas (stewed pork) and all the fixings. includes 10 corn tortillas. serves 5-10 people.

Tray of Enchiladas (no sides)$36.00

Tray of 6 enchiladas of your choice (up to two flavors per order). Take & Bake enchiladas should be baked at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes until fully cooked.

Desserts2 dishes

Churros$11.00

Four crispy mexican pastries filled with bavarian cream and dusted with sugar & cinnamon.

EggsMilkWheat
Flan$9.00

Mexican custard with caramel sauce.

EggsMilk

Otras & Burgers8 dishes

Spanish Rice$4.50+

Choose from 1/2 Pint, Pint, or Quart. Simple and convenient.

Refried Beans$4.50+

Beans: Available in 1/2 pint, pint, or quart sizes.

Whole Pinto Beans (vegan)$4.50+

Whole Pinto Beans (vegan) - Choose from 1/2 Pint (8oz), Pint (16oz), or Quart (32oz).

Vegan
French Fries$5.50

Add a side of Ranch or Ketchup from our Otras Menu for all the dipping!

Veggie Rice (vegan)$4.50+

Veggie Rice Choose from sizes: 1/2 Pint, Pint, or Quart. Vegan.

Vegan
Impossible Burger$10.00

Impossible beef patty, mayo, mustard, relish, tomato, and lettuce. Served vegetarian but request no mayo for vegan. Make it complete by adding a side of fries!

Vegetarian
EggsSoybeansWheat
Cheeseburger$9.00

Beef, American cheese, mayo, mustard, relish, tomato, and lettuce - add fries to complete your meal!

EggsMilkWheat
Poblano Chile Relleno a la Carte$14.00

Poblano chile relleno topped with ranchera salsa made with tomato, onion, and chile guerito, and served with your choice of tortillas. *Picture is of Chile Relleno Plate with rice & beans (found under House Specialties menu).

Vegetarian
EggsMilk

Sides For Sharing16 dishes

Queso Dip Quart (32oz)$22.00

A creamy, cheesy dip that typically includes velveeta cheese, cream cheese, and a touch of jalapeños.

Milk
Spanish Rice$4.50+

Savory Spanish rice. Available in 1/2 Pint, Pint, or Quart.

Refried Beans$4.50+

Creamy refried beans. Available sizes: 1/2 Pint (8oz), Pint (16oz), Quart (32oz).

Fresh Tortilla Chips$1.00+

Crispy tortilla chips. Available in sizes: small bag, half-pound, or pound.

Salsa Roja$4.00+

Fresh tomato-based salsa in three sizes: 8oz, 16oz, 32oz. Optional add-on: tortilla chips.

Salsa Verde$4.00+

Tangy tomatillo-based salsa verde. Available in 8oz, 16oz, or 32oz sizes. Optional add-on: crispy tortilla chips.

Salsa Fresca$3.00+

Fresh salsa made with tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and lime. Sizes: 1/2 pint, pint, quart. Optional chips.

Enchilada Sauce$4.50+

Rich and savory enchilada sauce available in three sizes: half pint, pint, and quart.

Spicy Carrots$3.00+

Pictured on the left and next to other delicious menu items (sold separately), our carrots pack spice, crunch, and are the perfect dipping vessel for our tasty guacamole when you want to skip tortilla chips!

Spicy
Extra Tortillas$4.00+

Choice of corn or flour tortillas. Options: 6 or 12 pieces.

Wheat
Diabla Sauce$1.50+

Spicy Diabla sauce available in 2oz, 8oz, and 16oz sizes.

Spicy
Sour Cream$0.75+
Milk
Guacamole Quart (32oz)$32.00

Quart of guacamole, 32oz. Optional chips available.

Enchilada DIY Kit$25.00

Everything you need to make Ponce's enchiladas at home - just add your own filling! Perfect for leftover Thanksgiving turkey! Comes with: - 16oz of Ponce's classic Enchilada Sauce - 6 corn tortillas - 16oz shredded cheddar cheese - 16oz Refried Beans - 16oz Spanish Rice - 1/2 pound Chips - 8oz Salsa Roja

Milk
Chopped Onions (Pint)$2.40

Freshly diced onions, commonly used as a topping or ingredient in various dishes.

Chile Verde (Quart)$45.00

Slow cooked pork stewed in our delicious tomatillo sauce. Add your favorite sides below to feed the whole crew! Other options available in Otras and Sides for Sharing menu categories.

Beer & Wine2 dishes

N/A Corona$8.00

Corona: Mexican beer with fruity-honey aromas and a touch of malt. Must be 21 or over to order.

N/A RationAle Mex Lager$8.00

Mexican lager: Typically includes a light, crisp flavor with a smooth finish. Must be 21 or over to order.

Soda & Juice11 dishes

20oz Fountain Soda$4.00

20oz fountain soda, choice of Coke, Diet Coke, Dr. Pepper, Orange Fanta, Raspberry Iced Tea, Sprite.

12oz Fountain Soda$3.00

12oz refreshing soda selections including Coke, Diet Coke, Dr. Pepper, Sprite, Orange Fanta, and Raspberry Iced Tea.

20oz Lemonade (with ice)$4.00

Refreshing lemonade with ice and a hint of lemon slice.

Hot Dark Horse Coffee (12oz)$4.00

Brewed dark roast coffee with rich, bold flavors, typically featuring deep, robust notes.

Jarritos Grapefruit$4.00

Grapefruit flavored Mexican soda, made with real cane sugar.

Swell Soda Pineapple$4.00

Pineapple-flavored soda offering a sweet and tangy tropical taste.

12oz Lemonade (with ice)$3.00

Refreshing lemonade made with fresh lemons, served over ice with a lemon wedge garnish.

FeverTree Pink Grapefruit$5.00

Sparkling water infused with the vibrant and zesty flavor of pink grapefruit.

FeverTree Pineapple-Ginger$5.00

A refreshing blend of pineapple and ginger, typically enhanced with subtle tropical notes for a balanced taste.

Horchata (20oz, with ice)$4.00

Creamy rice milk drink with a hint of cinnamon, served with ice and topped with a cinnamon stick.

Jamaica (20oz, with ice)$4.00

Water infused with dried hibiscus flowers, typically sweetened, creating a traditional Mexican iced tea.

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