Colibri Mexican Bistro – Mexican
Step into a lively sanctuary where the vibrant colors of Mexico come alive through the sizzle of chorizo-topped queso fundido and the bright, citrusy notes of fresh fish ceviche. This spirited bistro celebrates the soul of Yucatecan tradition, serving up hand-pressed sopes and slow-roasted cochinita pibil that transport diners to a sun-drenched plaza with every flavorful bite.
50, Moraga Avenue, CA, 94129 +14156785170 https://www.colibrimexicanbistro.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, south-beach, aip, alkaline, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Guacamole - $18: Made fresh with tomato, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime, and served with handmade corn tortilla chips and salsa Available at: dinner, lunch
- Panuchos de Cochinita Pibil - $18: Roasted pork marinated in achiote seeds, shredded over handmade corn shells stuffed with refried black beans and served with avocado, habanero pico de gallo and pickled red onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Fundido con Chorizo - $20: Melted Oaxaca cheese with mushrooms and chorizo (soy chorizo available) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sopes Surtidos - $21: Sope assortment with beans, chicken, shredded pork, and sautéed vegetables with crumbled queso fresco, onion and sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ceviche de Pescado - $22: White fish marinated with fresh lime, green olives, jalapeño, onion, cilantro, tomato, avocado, and olive oil Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Raw-Food, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yucateco Chicken Wings - $22: Habanero tomatillo cilantro sauce, Cotija cheese and a lime wedge Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tostadas de Tinga - $18: Crispy golden handmade tortillas topped with stewed chicken and chipotle sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tostadas de Atun - $22: Tuna carpaccio marinated in soy sauce, sesame oil, and chipotle aioli, and topped with fried leeks, fried beets and avocado pureé Available at: dinner, lunch
- Empanadas - $20: Baked turnovers filled with ground pork, onions, garlic, roasted peppers, served with chipotle-tomato sauce, queso fresco, and chipotle sour cream Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadillas Surtidas - $18: Handmade corn tortillas filled with Oaxaca cheese and huitlacoche, poblano pepper strips, and mushrooms Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups and Salads
- Sopa de Tortilla - $16: A robust pasilla chile and tomato soup with handmade corn tortilla strips, cheese, and sour cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pozole Verde - $20: Sinaloa-style chicken and hominy soup, jalapeño chile, tomatillo, spices and topped with radish, lettuce, onion and oregano Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ensalada Mixta - $15: Mixed greens, tomatoes, aged Cotija cheese, dried cherries, candied spicy pecans, and cherry vinaigrette Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Butter Lettuce Salad - $16: Living butter lettuce with jicama, pepitas, mango, orange slices with a basil and raspberry vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sopa de Calabaza - $16: Roasted butternut squash soup topped with cilantro oil and fried leeks Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Carnitas - $30: Michoacan-style marinated tender chunks of pork, and served with guajillo, arbol chiles salsa, and rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mole Poblano - $30: Rich blend of spices, chiles, nuts and chocolate served over chicken with rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pechuga Rellena - $30: Chicken breast stuffed with huitlacoche, zucchini, fresh corn over roasted garlic sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pato en Mole Verde Pipián - $32: Pan-seared duck breast in green mole sauce with pumpkin seeds, tomatillos, and risotto cake Available at: dinner, lunch
- Filete Mignon - $38: Filet mignon with ancho chile stuffed with goat cheese, mashed potatoes, and chipotle sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Costillas de Cordero - $42: Lamb ribs with creamy jalapeño salsa and potato gratin Available at: dinner, lunch
- Camarones con Mole de Tamarindo - $30: Sautéed prawns in tamarind mole served with a corn cake Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Camarones con Rebozo - $32: Pan-seared prawns stuffed with Oaxaca cheese, wrapped in bacon with creamy chipotle sauce and rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tlayuda - $25: Large handmade crispy tortilla with refried beans, vegan cheese, cashew crema, and seasonal vegetables Available at: dinner, lunch
- Torta de Coliflor - $25: Fried cauliflower torta over salsa roja, rajas con crema, and cashew crema Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesabirrias - $30: Shredded and braised short rib with Monterey Jack cheese in handmade corn tortilla with consommé Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pescado del Día - $31: Catch of the day. Ask your server for details Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajitas - $38: Grilled steak, bacon, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, served with corn cake Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulpo al Mojo de Ajo - $36: Sautéed octopus and calamari, garlic and chile de arbol butter, spinach, and Mexican rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Molcajete Mixto - $48: Grilled steak, chicken breast, and shrimp with cactus, salsa verde, and queso fresco Available at: dinner, lunch
Brunch Specialties
- Mexican French Toast - $21: Cinnamon french toast served with fresh berries and agave syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Huevos Rancheros - $21: Two eggs over easy on blue corn tortilla with salsa molcajeteada and refried beans Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Panque de Elote - $21: Sweet Mexican corn cake served with fresh berries, banana, and crème fraiche Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: brunch
- Huevos Benedictinos Estilo Michoacan - $22: Two corn shells topped with refried beans, carnitas, poached eggs and chipotle hollandaise Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chilaquiles Verdes o Rojos - $24: Corn tortilla chips with choice of sauce, onion, sour cream, queso fresco and two eggs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
Sides
- Frijoles Negros - $8: Black beans with epazote herb and topped with queso fresco Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arroz a la Mexicana - $8: Traditional Mexican rice with diced vegetables Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carnaval Corn on the Cob - $8: Grilled corn on the cob with chili-lime butter and Cotija cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Platanos con Crema - $10: Sweet plantains with cream and cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Nopales y Hongos - $10: Grilled young cactus leaves and Portobello mushroom strips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Crepas con Cajeta - $12: Crepes with cajeta and vanilla ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Pastel de Chocolate - $12: Warm, soft Mexican chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Crème Brûlée Mango Cheesecake - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Churros Rellenos - $12: Traditional Hispanic pastry filled with cajeta caramel cream and served with chocolate sauce
- Flan al Cafe y Tequila - $12: Traditional flan made with coffee and tequila Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Bloody María - $16: Colibri-style Bloody Mary made with tequila Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Mimosa Carafe - $48: Traditional brunch beverage made with orange juice. Serves 5
- La Paloma - $17: Herradura Blanco tequila, Whistlepig aged maple syrup, lime chili bitters, Squirt Grapefruit soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Colibri Margarita - $17: Cazadores Blanco tequila, chimolera, Cointreau, house citrus mix, lime juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Pacifico - $9: Bottled Beer
- Mexican Coffee - $9: Coffee with a touch of tequila and Kahlua liquor
- Soda - $5: Squirt Grapefruit, Mexican Coca-Cola, Sprite, Jarritos, Diet Coke
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