El Vaquero Authentic Mexican Menu
Welcome to El Vaquero Authentic Mexican, a vibrant gem nestled in Arnold, CA. This culinary haven brings the rich flavors of Mexico to life, offering an array of dishes that cater to all appetites. With a focus on quality and authenticity, the menu features standout items such as Pollo En Crema and Chicken Milanesa, celebrated for their robust flavors.
Breakfast enthusiasts will delight in meals like Chorizo and Eggs or the hearty Steak and Eggs.
Vegetarians will find plenty of options, including a delightful Vegetarian Quesadilla bursting with grilled vegetables.
El Vaquero’s casual ambience pairs perfectly with its commitment to excellent service. Whether dining in or opting for takeout, this establishment promises a satisfying and memorable experience with generous portions and a welcoming atmosphere.
Discover why El Vaquero is not just a restaurant but a beloved community destination!
Breakfast
Eggs a la Mexicana
2 eggs scrambled with tomatoes, onions and bell peppers
Machaca
2 eggs scrambled with strips of steak, tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers
Steak and Eggs
top round steak with 2 eggs any style
Chorizo and Eggs
2 eggs scrambled with spicy Mexican sausage, onions, and tomatoes
Papas con Chorizo
2 scrambled eggs with potatoes, chorizo, onions, and tomatoes
Huevos Rancheros
2 eggs over easy served with mild red sauce, the authentic classic
Chilorio
2 eggs scrambled with shredded pork, hot peppers, onions, and tomatoes
Nopales
2 eggs scrambled with cactus, chorizo, onions, and tomatoes
Bacon & Egg Scramble
2 eggs scrambled with bacon and diced potatoes
Quesadilla Suprema
Topped with your choice of meat, sour cream, guacamole, and red or green sauce
Quesadilla Sincronizada
Large quesadilla, with choice of meat inside. Topped with pico de gallo, sour cream, guacamole, and red or green sauce
Quesadilla Vegetariana
Large quesadilla, with grilled vegetables inside (onions, tomatoes, and bell peppers). Topped with pico de gallo, sour cream, guacamole, and red or green sauce
Quesadillas
Ensaladas
Ensalada a la Mexicana
Fajita Salad
Dinner Salad
La Compuesta (Tapatia)
A crispy flour tortilla, with a layer of beans, choice of meat, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, guacamole, and green sauce
2 Tostadas
(choice of meat) 2 corn tostadas, topped with a layer of beans, meat, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese and sauce, served with rice and beans
Sopes
(choice of meat) 2 deep fried corn masa sopes, topped with a layer of beans, meat, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese and sauce, served with rice and beans
Tamales
(green or red sauce) 2 pork tamales, served with rice and beans
Tacos - Regular or Taqueria Style
(choice of meat) 2 tacos served with rice and beans
2 Taquitos
(choice of meat) Served with rice and beans
2 Enchiladas
(choice of meat) contains onion. Served with rice and beans, topped with green or red sauce
3 Enchiladas
(choice of meat) contains onion. Served with guacamole garnish
Casuelitas
Strips of chicken and beef, topped with tomatillo sauce, served on a flat sizzling skillet. Served with beans and tortillas
Chile Colorado
Tender chunks of lean beef in our unique red sauce. Served with rice, beans and tortillas
Chile Verde
Tender chunks of lean pork in a southern style tomatillo sauce. Served with rice, beans and tortillas
2 Chiles Rellenos
Whole green chiles stuffed with cheese, covered in an egg batter, topped with green or red sauce. Served with rice, beans and tortillas
Chicken Mole Poblano
Whole chicken leg quarter in our very distinct, dark red chile sauce spiced with peanuts, and chocolate. Served with rice, beans, guacamole garnish, and tortillas
Sabana Blanca
Thin fillet of beef or chicken covered with a sheet of melted cheese, and tomatillo sauce. Served with rice, beans, guacamole garnish, and tortillas
Carne Asada
Thin fillet of top round steak, grilled and topped with our tomatillo sauce. Served with rice, beans, guacamole garnish, and tortillas
Steak a la Mexicana
Thin strips of steak or chicken sauteed with onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, in red or tomatillo sauce. Served with rice, beans, guacamole garnish, and tortillas
Steak and Shrimp or Chicken and Shrimp
Thin cut of top round steak or chicken breast with breaded shrimp. Served with rice, beans, guacamole garnish, and tortillas
Milanesa
Breaded beef or chicken fillet deep fried, topped with tomatillo sauce. Served with rice, beans, guacamole garnish, and tortillas
Chicken a la Parilla
A moist breast of chicken fillet grilled and topped with tomatillo sauce. Served with rice, beans, guacamole garnish, and tortillas
Bob's Special
(choice of meat) Half compuesta and a quesadilla suprema topped with tomatillo sauce, sour cream and guacamole
Pollo en Crema
A fillet of moist chicken breast grilled, then topped with a rich, creamy garlic and onion sauce. Served with rice, beans, and tortillas
Entrees
Fajitas
1 Person Skillet
beef or chicken or shrimp
2 Person Skillet
Carnitas
Seasoned, tender pork chunks in a traditional red sauce. Served with rice, beans and tortillas
Featured Item
Mariscos
Camarones Empanizados
Breaded shrimp, served with rice, beans, guacamole garnish, and tortillas
Camarones Rancheros
(mild sauce or a la diabla) Fresh large shrimp sautéed with tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers, choice of red or green sauce. Served with rice, beans, guacamole garnish, and tortillas
Camarones a la Plancha
Large grilled shrimp, marinated in white wine, olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice . Served with rice, beans, guacamole garnish, and tortillas
Pescado a la Plancha
Red Snapper fillet marinated in white wine, olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice. Served with rice, beans, guacamole garnish, and tortillas
Camarones en Crema
Shrimp cooked with garlic and onions, in a rich creamy sauce. Served with rice, beans, and tortillas
Camarones al Mojo de Ajo
(made spicy upon request) Shrimp sautéed in garlic and olive oil sauce. Served with rice, beans, guacamole garnish, and tortillas
Enchilada del Mar
Flour shrimp enchilada served with rice and beans. Topped with tomatillo sauce or creamy garlic sauce
Chimichanga
(choice of meat) Served with rice and beans
2 Burritos
(choice of meat) Served with rice and beans
2 Burritos Supremos
choice of meat
Veggie Burrito
Chile Relleno Burrito
Burrito Gigante
choice of meat
Burrito Picante
choice of meat
Burrito Supremo
choice of meat
Vaquero Burrito Wrap
(chicken or steak fajitas) with guacamole, sour cream and cheese
Burritos
Combinations
Create Your Own Plate
Taco, Enchilada, Sope, Tostada, Burrito, Tamal, Relleno, Taquito
Al Pastor
Chicken
Choices of Meat
A la Carta
Taco
regular or taqueria style
Burrito
Tostada
Sope
Chile Relleno
Tamale
Taquito
Half Compuesta
Red or Green Enchilada
Plain Quesadilla
Bean Burrito
Soup
Side of Rice
Side of Beans
Side of Guacamole
Side of Sourcream
Side of Cheese
Side of Sauce
Side of Tortillas
Side of Pico de Gallo
Flour chips
Milk
Hot Tea
Coffee
Beverages
Juice
Apple Juice
Orange Juice
Coke
1 refill
Diet Coke
1 refill
Barq's Root Beer
1 refill
Pibb Xtra
1 refill
Pink Lemonade
1 refill
Sprite
1 refill
Iced Tea
1 refill
Horchata
no refill
