El Cortijo – Spanish
El Cortijo captures the vibrant energy of a sun-drenched cantina, where the zesty aroma of fresh lime and the rhythmic crunch of hand-pressed chips set the stage for a spirited, communal feast. Tables overflow with bubbling crocks of molten queso fundido and golden, crispy tostones, while hearty burritos and savory taquitos offer a soulful celebration of bold, traditional flavors. This lively neighborhood haunt invites guests to linger over shared plates and vibrant salsas, making every meal feel like a festive escape.
189, Bank Street, Burlington, VT, 05401 +18024971668 https://www.cortijovt.com/0Cuisine: Spanish
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Starters
- Chips & Salsa - $5: Salsa Roja & housemade chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Fundido & Chips - $6: Melted cheese dip with housemade chips
- Guac & Chips - $9: Guacamole and housemade chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Renal
- Tostones & Chipotle Crema - $8: Fried plantains with chipotle cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Nachos - $18: queso fundido, black beans, salsa taquera, scallions, pickled jalapeños, sour cream, cilantro
- Papas Fritas - $14: seasoned french fries, queso fundido
- Ensalada - $14: greens, scallions, radishes, tortilla strips, shredded cabbage, sweet potatoes, pepitas, citrus dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Taquitos - $12: fried rolled tortillas stuffed with chicken, cheese & refried beans; aji amarillo crema drizzle, cilantro Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Quesadilla - $8: salsa roja & sour cream on the side Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Main Courses
- Burrito - $12: All Souls flour tortilla stuffed with rice, black beans, queso fresco, salsa taquera, cilantro & onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wet Burrito - $16: burrito topped with enchilada sauce & cheese Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice & Black Bean Bowl - $17: black beans, rice, sweet potatoes, guajillo salsa, shredded cabbage, queso fresco, cilantro & onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Refried Bean Enchilada - $18: enchilada sauce, cheese, chipotle crema, side of Spanish rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Enchilada - $26: enchilada sauce, cheese, chipotle crema, side of Spanish rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carnitas Tostadas - $24: crispy corn tortillas topped with refried beans, shredded pork shoulder, curtido, chipotle crema, queso fresco, scallion & cilantro, side of Spanish rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Tostadas - $22: crispy corn tortillas topped with plantains, fried shrimp, pineapple, tequila-lime crema, curtido, scallion & cilantro, side of Spanish rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Plantain Tostadas - $20: crispy tortillas, fried plantains, refried beans, salsa roja, curtido, cotija cheese, cilantro, scallions, side of Spanish rice Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
- Solo Taco - $5.5: Single taco choice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Two Taco Plate - $18: Two soft corn tortillas, served with choice of two sides: rice, black beans, refried beans or dressed green salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Three Taco Plate - $22: Three soft corn tortillas, served with choice of two sides: rice, black beans, refried beans or dressed green salad Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Breakfast
- Diner Plate #1 - $8: two eggs any style, roasted potatoes, choice of toast, tostones, or tortillas Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Diner Plate #2 - $12: two eggs any style, black beans, salsa roja, guacamole, choice of toast, tostones, or tortillas Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pancakes - $8: fluffy rice flour pancakes with real Vermont maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Huevos Quesadilla - $12: scrambled eggs, salsa taquera, cheese, side of salsa roja & sour cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chilaquiles - $14: tortilla chips, warm salsa verde, cheese, pickled jalapeños, two sunny side up eggs, cilantro & onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Huevos Divorciados - $16: sunny side up eggs, guajillo & verde salsas, cheese, roasted potatoes, choice of tortillas or tostones Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Huevos Rancheros - $20: sunny side up eggs, carnitas, black beans, guacamole, salsa taquera, roasted potatoes, choice of tortillas or tostones Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Burrito - $14: flour tortilla stuffed with scrambled eggs, potatoes, salsa taquera, cheese, sour cream, cilantro & onion Available at: breakfast, brunch
- American Torta - $6: two eggs, caramelized onions, cheese on pressed sandwich Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Bacon & Egg Torta - $10: two eggs, caramelized onions, bacon, cheese on pressed sandwich Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Beverages
- House Margarita - $13: tequila blanco, citrus, triple sec
- Flavored Margarita - $14.5: house margarita with choice of passion fruit, coconut, blood orange, or mango
- Frozen Margarita - $14: Monthly rotating flavor
- Daybreak Margarita - $14.5: tequila, pineapple, passion fruit, citrus, habanero tincture Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb
- Smoke Show Margarita - $14.5: mezcal, citrus, triple sec Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Paloma - $13: tequila blanco, grapefruit, lime, agave, seltzer
- Maple Mezcal Old Fashioned - $14.5: mezcal, maple syrup, bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Desserts
- Brownie - $6: spicy chocolate sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Bunuelos - $8: fried dough with dulce de leche Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Restaurants near El Cortijo
- Cafe Mamajuana — Spanish
- Rí Rá Irish Pub — Irish
- The Skinny Pancake — French
- Burlington Bagel Bakery — American
- Bleu Northeast Kitchen — American
- Pizzeria Verità — Italian
- Leunig's Bistro — French
- E.B. Strong's — Steakhouse
- Ken's Pizza & Pub Take-Out — Italian
- Black Cap Coffee & Bakery — American
- Asiana Noodle Shop — Japanese
- Three Needs — American
