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    La Palapa Grill & Cantina

    8307 Main St

    Ellicott City, MD 21043


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    Featured Items

    • Grilled Chicken Quesadilla

      GF Marinated grilled chicken.
      $17.00
    • Queso Dip

      V Blend of cheeses, chilies, dos equis ambar, corn tortilla chips. add ground beef or chorizo + 3
      $11.00
    • Chips + Salsa To Go

      GF* Corn tortilla chips and mild red salsa (8oz.). Serves 4-6
      $7.00

    DINNER MENU

    Guacamole

    served in corn tortilla bowl GF* with corn tortilla chips GF*.
    • Guacamole Dip

      GF V Ripe hass avocado, tomato, onion, cilantro, lime, sea salt. Served with corn tortilla chips.
      $14.00
    • Guacamole La Palapa

      GF Guacamole + chorizo + queso fresco. Served with corn tortilla chips.
      $17.00

    Appetizers

    • Chips + Salsa To Go

      GF* Corn tortilla chips and mild red salsa (8oz.). Serves 4-6
      $7.00
    • Queso Dip

      V Blend of cheeses, chilies, dos equis ambar, corn tortilla chips. add ground beef or chorizo + 3
      $11.00
    • Nachos

      GF* Corn tortilla chips, refried beans, salsa roja, melted cheese, pico, sour cream, pickled jalapeños.
      $14.00
    • Mexican Street Corn

      GF V Fire-roasted corn off the cob, fresh lime, house tajin, mayo, queso cotija, crema drizzle.
      $7.00
    • Chicken Taquitos

      Pulled chicken, crispy flour tortilla, lettuce, pico, sour cream, fresh guacamole.
      $15.00
    • Beef Taquitos

      Shredded steak, crispy corn tortilla, lettuce, pico, sour cream, fresh guacamole.
      $15.00
    • Ceviche

      GF* Fish, shrimp, fresh lime, tomato, red onion, cilantro, chile serrano, corn tortilla chips.
      $16.00
    • Pork Tamal

      GF Corn masa + green chile pork steamed in banana leaf, topped with lettuce, pico, crema, fresh avocado.
      $10.00
    • Stuffed Jalapeños

      Pulled chicken, breaded and fried golden brown, sour cream.
      $11.00
    • Wings

      GF* 8 Jumbo wings tossed in BBQ, Old Bay, or Buffalo. Served with celery and ranch or blue cheese.
      $15.00
    • Salsa 8oz. To Go

      Mild
      $4.00
    • Salsa 16oz. To Go

      Mild
      $7.00
    • Chips To Go

      GF* Corn tortilla chips. Serves 4-6.
      $3.00

    Sopas + Ensaladas

    • Cup Chicken Tortilla Soup

      GF* Classic mexican soup, topped with corn tortilla strips, guacamole, cheese.
      $7.00
    • Bowl Chicken Tortilla Soup

      GF* Classic mexican soup, topped with corn tortilla strips, guacamole, cheese.
      $9.00
    • Cup Crema De Maíz

      GF Grilled corn, bacon, tasso ham, cream.
      $9.00
    • Bowl Crema De Maíz

      GF Grilled corn, bacon, tasso ham, cream.
      $12.00
    • Taco Salad

      GF* V Flour tortilla bowl, rice, black beans, crisp iceberg, pico, cheese, sour cream, corn bread.
      $15.00
    • Mexican Salad

      GF V Mixed greens, avocado, tomato, onion, cucumber, queso fresco, house-made mexican vinaigrette.
      $10.00
    • Caesar Salad

      GF * V* Crisp romaine, real caesar dressing, corn tortilla strips, queso cotija.
      $10.00

    Quesadillas

    corn tortilla GF or flour tortilla, served with sour cream and pico. add sautéed peppers and onions + 2.
    • Birria Quesadilla

      GF Slow braised beef.
      $18.00
    • Steak Quesadilla

      GF Marinated steak.
      $18.00
    • Grilled Chicken Quesadilla

      GF Marinated grilled chicken.
      $17.00
    • Shrimp Quesadilla

      GF Grilled shrimp.
      $17.00
    • Rajas Con Hongo Quesadilla

      GF V Roasted poblano peppers, mushrooms, onions
      $16.00
    • Cheese Quesadilla

      GF V Plain cheese quesadilla.
      $13.00

    Tacos

    three soft corn GF or flour tortillas per order. served with rice + choice of black or refried beans.
    • Birria Tacos

      GF Slow braised beef, melted cheese, onions, cilantro, radishes, consomé for dipping.
      $20.00
    • Asada Tacos

      GF Marinated steak, cilantro, onion, green tomatillo salsa.
      $20.00
    • Tacos Al Carbon

      GF Grilled chicken, lettuce, pico, cheese, sour cream, guacamole.
      $19.00
    • Tacos De Camaron

      GF Garlic shrimp, roasted tomato salsa + onions + peppers, avocado.
      $19.00
    • Tacos De Pescado

      GF Grilled fish, creamy habanero slaw, pico, queso fresco.
      $19.00
    • Tacos De Rajas Con Hongos

      GF V Roasted poblano peppers, mushrooms, onions, green tomatillo salsa.
      $17.00
    • Tex-Mex Tacos

      GF* is Crispy corn shells, topped with lettuce, pico, cheese, and sour cream. choose one: chicken tinga, ground beef, green chile pork, or refried beans V
      $18.00

    Enchiladas

    three per order, made with corn tortillas GF. served with rice + choice of black or refried beans.
    • Molé Enchiladas

      Grilled chicken, molé poblano (blend of chilies, nuts, dried fruit, hint of mexican chocolate), sesame seeds, queso fresco, red onion.
      $21.00
    • Pollo Enchiladas

      GF Chicken tinga, roasted tomato salsa, queso fresco, crema drizzle.
      $19.00
    • Enchiladas De Carne

      GF Ground beef, enchilada sauce, queso fresco, crema drizzle.
      $19.00
    • Enchiladas Verdes

      GF Pork in a green tomatillo salsa, queso fresco, crema drizzle.
      $19.00
    • Enchiladas Coloradas

      GF V Melted cheese, diced red onion, enchilada sauce, queso fresco, crema drizzle.
      $18.00

    Fajitas

    served sizzling with onions + peppers. served with pico, fresh guacamole, sour cream, corn tortillas GF or flour tortillas, rice + choice of black or refried beans.
    • Fiesta Fajita

      GF Grilled chicken, steak, and shrimp served sizzling with onions + peppers. Accompanied by pico, fresh guacamole, sour cream, corn tortillas GF or flour tortillas, rice + choice of black or refried beans.
      $28.00
    • Chicken Fajita

      GF Grilled chicken served sizzling with onions + peppers. Accompanied by pico, fresh guacamole, sour cream, corn tortillas GF or flour tortillas, rice + choice of black or refried beans.
      $25.00
    • Steak Fajita

      GF Grilled steak served sizzling with onions + peppers. Accompanied by pico, fresh guacamole, sour cream, corn tortillas GF or flour tortillas, rice + choice of black or refried beans.
      $26.00
    • Chicken + Steak Fajita

      GF Grilled chicken + steak served sizzling with onions + peppers. Accompanied by pico, fresh guacamole, sour cream, corn tortillas GF or flour tortillas, rice + choice of black or refried beans.
      $26.00
    • Shrimp Fajita

      GF Grilled shrimp served sizzling with onions + peppers. Accompanied by pico, fresh guacamole, sour cream, corn tortillas GF or flour tortillas, rice + choice of black or refried beans.
      $25.00
    • Salmon Fajita

      GF Grilled salmon filet served sizzling with onions + peppers. Accompanied by pico, fresh guacamole, sour cream, corn tortillas GF or flour tortillas, rice + choice of black or refried beans.
      $26.00
    • Portobello Fajita

      GF V Portobello mushroom served sizzling with onions + peppers. Accompanied by pico, fresh guacamole, sour cream, corn tortillas GF or flour tortillas, rice + choice of black or refried beans.
      $20.00

    Gilberto's Specials

    • Carne Asada

      GF NY strip, grilled to order, topped with a garlic infused butter. Served with rice, beans, corn or flour tortillas.
      $32.00
    • Chile Relleno Shrimp + Chorizo

      GF Roasted poblano pepper stuffed with chorizo + shrimp, roasted tomato sauce, queso fresco. Served with rice and beans.
      $21.00
    • Chicken Cantina

      GF Charbroiled chicken breast in a roasted tomato sauce with sautéed onions, mushrooms, and broccoli. Served with rice and beans.
      $24.00
    • Chile Verde

      GF Tender braised pork simmered in a zesty green tomatillo salsa, topped with fresh cilantro and a dollop of sour cream. Served with rice, beans, corn or flour tortillas.
      $20.00
    • Salmon A La Veracruz

      GF Seared salmon filet topped with a vibrant tomato, olive, and caper sauce, infused with fresh cilantro and lime. Served with rice and mixed vegetables.
      $26.00
    • Camarones A La Mexicana

      GF Jumbo shrimp sautéed with peppers, onions, and tomatoes. Served over a bed of rice.
      $25.00
    • Camarones Al Ajillo

      GF Jumbo shrimp sautéed in a garlic infused lemon butter sauce with a touch of white wine. Served with rice and mixed vegetables.
      $24.00
    • Camarones A La Diabla

      GF Jumbo shrimp cooked in a bold, tangy chili sauce with a kick of heat. Served with rice and mixed vegetables.
      $24.00
    • Sunken Burrito

      V Refried beans, rice, cheese, and lettuce wrapped in a large soft flour tortilla, topped with green tomatillo or roasted tomato salsa (sub queso sauce + 1), crema drizzle. Served with pico and fresh guacamole.
      $16.00
    • Chimichanga

      V Refried beans, rice, and cheese wrapped in a large flour tortilla, fried crispy. Topped with shredded lettuce (sub queso sauce + 1), pico, and sour cream.
      $16.00

    Handhelds

    served on a brioche bun with fries or small caesar salad.
    • Avocado Bacon Chicken Sandwich

      Grilled chicken, bacon, swiss cheese, avocado, onion, lettuce, tomato, chipotle aioli.
      $16.00
    • Queso Burger

      All beef patty, grilled to order, tomato, pickled jalapeños, sautéed onions, smothered with queso sauce.
      $17.00
    • Avocado Bacon Burger

      All beef patty, grilled to order, bacon, swiss cheese, avocado, lettuce, tomato, onion, chipotle aioli.
      $16.00

    A La Carte / Sides

    • Avocado Slices a la carte

      $4.00
    • Black Beans a la carte

      GF V
      $4.00
    • Chiles Toreados (2)

      Grilled serrano peppers. Spicy!
      $1.00
    • Corn Bread (3) a la carte

      $4.00
    • Corn Tortilla a la carte

      GF
      $0.25
    • Creamy Habanero Slaw a la carte

      Mild
      $2.00
    • Flour Tortilla a la carte

      $0.25
    • French Fries a la carte

      $3.00
    • Green Tomatillo Salsa a la carte

      Mild.
      $2.00
    • Habanero Salsa a la carte

      Spicy!
      $1.00
    • Jalapeńos Pickled a la carte

      $1.00
    • Mexican Crema a la carte

      $1.00
    • Mixed Vegetables a la carte

      $4.00
    • Pico De Gallo a la carte

      $2.00
    • Queso Fresco a la carte

      Crumbled Mexican cheese.
      $1.50
    • Refried Beans a la carte

      GF V
      $4.00
    • Rice a la carte

      GF V
      $4.00
    • Roasted Tomato Salsa a la carte

      Mild.
      $1.50
    • Shredded Cheese a la carte

      $1.00
    • Small Guacamole a la carte

      GF V Ripe hass avocado, tomato, cilantro, lime, sea salt.
      $4.00
    • Sour Cream a la carte

      $1.00
    • side of fruit

      $4.00

    DRINKS

    Non Alcoholic Drinks

    • Agua De Tamarindo

      Sweet, tart, and refreshing Tamarind drink.
      $5.00
    • Bottled Water

      $3.00
    • Horchata

      Horchata (or-CHAH-tah)- Sweetened Mexican rice drink made with cinnamon.
      $5.00
    • Jarritos- Mandarin

      The pioneer of mandarin sodas packs a powerful combination of tangy and sweet that will reawaken your palate with every sip.
      $4.00
    • Mexican Coke

      Coca-Cola Original Taste — the crisp, refreshing taste you know and love
      $4.00
    • Topo Chico Mineral Water

      Topo Chico has always been known for the legend surrounding its origins. Whether you believe in the legend or not, you'll still be able to enjoy the crisp, no-calorie taste of Topo Chico.
      $4.00
    • Tazo Tea

      $4.00

    Mocktails

    zero proof drinks.
    • Zero Rita

      almave blanco, fresh lime, agave, tajin, rocks.
      $10.00
    • Spicy Zero Rita

      serrano infused almave blanco, fresh lime, agave, tajin, rocks.
      $11.00
    • Palomita

      almave blanco, muddled lime, grapefruit, salt.
      $10.00
    • Ranchito

      almave blanco, muddled lime, topo chico, tajin.
      $10.00

    Margaritas

    • Blackberry Margarita

      Maestro Dobel cristalino, blackberry, fresh lime, agave, lava salt.
      $14.00
    • Mezcalita

      400 conejos mezcal, triple-sec, fresh lime, agave, rocks.
      $13.00
    • Passion Fruit Margarita

      maestro dobel cristalino tequila, passion fruit, fresh lime, agave, rocks, chamoy + tajin.
      $14.00
    • ToGo Cadillac Margarita

      Reposado tequila, gran gala premium orange liqueur, La PaLa Palapa mix, rocks. Food must be ordered with alcoholic beverages.
      $10.00
    • 32oz. Cadillac Margarita ToGo

      32oz. No Ice (serves 5 drinks) of our Cadillac Margarita Ft. 1800 Tequila. Ready to serve over ice.Food must be ordered with alcoholic beverages.
      $50.00
    • 64oz. Jug Cadillac Margarita ToGo

      64oz. No Ice (serves 10 drinks) of our top shelf Cadillac Margarita Ft. 1800 Tequila and Gran Gala orange liqueur. Ready to serve over ice. Food must be ordered with alcoholic beverages.
      $100.00
    • ToGo Fruitarita on the Rocks

      La Palapa Margarita on the rocks with choice of one of the following: Mango | Peach | Pomegranate | Raspberry | Strawberry.Food must be ordered with alcoholic beverages.
      $10.00
    • ToGo La Palapa Margarita

      José Cuervo Gold Tequila / Triple-Sec / La Palapa Mix / Rocks.Food must be ordered with alcoholic beverages.
      $9.00
    • 32oz. La Palapa Margarita ToGo

      32oz. No Ice (serves 5 drinks) of our La Palapa Margarita Ft. José Cuervo Tequila. Ready to serve over ice. Food must be ordered with alcoholic beverages.
      $45.00
    • 64oz. Jug La Palapa Margarita ToGo

      64oz. No Ice (serves 10 drinks) of our La Palapa Margarita Ft. José Cuervo Tequila. Ready to serve over ice. Food must be ordered with alcoholic beverages.
      $90.00
    • ToGo Fresh Agave Margarita

      Reposado tequila, cointreau, agave, fresh lime, rocks. Food must be ordered with alcoholic beverages.
      $12.00
    • ToGo Skinny Margarita

      Blanco tequila, cointreau, fresh lime, rocks. Food must be ordered with alcoholic beverages.
      $15.00
    • ToGo Spicy Margarita

      Habanero infused blanco tequila, cointreau, agave, fresh lime, rocks. Food must be ordered with alcoholic beverages.
      $12.00
    • ToGo Red Sangria

      House-Made / Red Wine / Fruity / Rocks.Food must be ordered with alcoholic beverages.
      $8.00
    • 64oz. Jug Red Sangria To Go

      64oz. No Ice (serves 10 drinks) Jug of Red Sangria. Ready to serve over ice.Food must be ordered with alcoholic beverages. No
      $80.00

    KIDS MENU

    • Little Amigo Burger W/ Cheese

      Little Amigo GF*- All beef patty. Served with cheese and choice of Mexican rice, Refried Beans or Fries.
      $10.00
    • Little Amigo Burger No Cheese

      Little Amigo GF*- All beef patty. Served without cheese and choice of Mexican rice, Refried Beans or Fries.
      $10.00
    • Niño Chicken Fingers

      Niño Chicken Fingers- Two fried chicken tenders. Served with choice of Mexican rice, Refried Beans or Fries.
      $10.00
    • Niño Hot Dog

      Hot Dog GF*- All beef frank. Served with choice of Mexican rice, Refried Beans or Fries.
      $10.00
    • Niño Quesadilla Cheese

      Niño Quesadilla V GF*- Flour tortilla stuffed with melted cheese. Served with sour cream.
      $9.00
    • Niño Quesadilla Grilled Chicken

      Niño Quesadilla GF*- Flour tortilla stuffed with melted cheese and grilled chicken. Served with sour cream.
      $10.00
    • Niño Taco

      Niño Taco V* GF*- Crispy corn or Soft flour taco shell filled with your choice of Refried Bean, Ground Beef or Seasoned Shredded Chicken. Topped with lettuce, pico de gallo and cheese. Served with choice of Mexican rice, Refried Beans or Fries.
      $10.00
    • Pedro Burrito Black Beans

      Pedro Burrito V GF*- Flour tortilla stuffed with Black Beans. Topped with red sauce and melted cheese. Served with choice of Mexican rice, Refried Beans or Fries.
      $10.00
    • Pedro Burrito Ground Beef

      Pedro Burrito- Flour tortilla stuffed with Ground Beef. Topped with red sauce and melted cheese. Served with choice of Mexican rice, Refried Beans or Fries.
      $10.00
    • Pedro Burrito Pork

      Pedro Burrito GF*- Flour tortilla stuffed with pork in a green tomatillo salsa. Topped with red sauce and melted cheese. Served with choice of Mexican rice, Refried Beans or Fries.
      $10.00
    • Pedro Burrito Refried Beans & Cheese

      Pedro Burrito V GF*- Flour tortilla stuffed with Refried Beans & Cheese. Topped with red sauce and melted cheese. Served with choice of Mexican rice, Refried Beans or Fries.
      $10.00
    • Pedro Burrito Shredded Chicken

      Pedro Burrito GF*- Flour tortilla stuffed with Seasoned Shredded Chicken. Topped with red sauce and melted cheese. Served with choice of Mexican rice, Refried Beans or Fries.
      $10.00
    • Pépé Platter

      Pépé Platter V* GF*- Cheese enchilada made with corn tortilla, topped with red sauce. Served with choice of Mexican rice, Refried Beans or Fries.
      $10.00

    DESSERT

    Desserts

    • Bread Pudding w/ Ice Cream

      Brioche bread pudding topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and drizzled with rich chocolate abuelita sauce.
      $9.00
    • Chocolate Lovin' Spoon

      Traditional chocolate cake.
      $9.00
    • Flan

      Traditional mexican caramel custard. Served with whipped cream.
      $7.00
    • Fried Ice Cream

      Scoop of vanilla or chocolate ice cream, coated in a crunchy blend of cornflakes and coconut, fried to create a warm, crispy shell. Finished with honey, cinnamon, and whipped cream.
      $8.00
    • Key Lime Pie

      Key lime filling with whipped cream icing and a grham cracker crust.
      $9.00
    • Pastel De Tres Leches

      Sponge cake soaked in three kinds of milk with whipped cream icing.
      $9.00
    • Sopapillas

      Two puff pastries served warm, dusted with cinnamon and powdered sugar, finished with a drizzle of honey.
      $7.00
    • Turtle Cheesecake

      Cheesecake topped with caramel, chocolate, and nuts.
      $9.00
    • Xangos

      Cheesecake in a pastry shell. Fried until crisp and golden brown, rolled in cinnamon and sugar and served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and whipped cream.
      $10.00

    Rajas Con Hongo Quesadilla

    $16.00

    GF V Roasted poblano peppers, mushrooms, onions

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    All hours
    Sunday11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Monday11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Tuesday11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Wednesday11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Thursday11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Friday11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Saturday11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Restaurant info

    The Flavor of Mexico in Historic Ellicott City.

    Location

    8307 Main St, Ellicott City, MD 21043

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