Jalepenos Bar and Grill – Mexican
The air hums with the lively energy of a neighborhood gathering spot, where the bright, zesty aroma of fresh lime and cilantro mingles with the irresistible sizzle of the grill. Guests share vibrant platters of citrus-cured shrimp ceviche and golden, cheese-stuffed cigars, dipping crisp chips into velvety queso as the kitchen turns out a parade of spice-kissed favorites. From the crunch of loaded fajita nachos to the bold heat of signature stuffed jalapeños, every dish captures the festive, communal spirit of a true Mexican-inspired grill.
1921 Caldwell Boulevard, Nampa ID 83651 https://jalapenosidaho.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, vegan, high-protein, pescatarian, low-sodium, plant-based, heart-healthy, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, atkins, south-beach, low-cholesterol, zone, volumetrics, tlc, renal, alkaline, macrobiotic, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
What diners are saying
Guests love the inviting space and celebrate the menu for its high-quality offerings, with standout dishes including succulent, perfectly prepared salads that leave diners feeling thoroughly satisfied. Reviewers highlight the efficient service and reasonable pricing, noting that the warm atmosphere makes it an ideal spot for a reliable and enjoyable meal.
Menu
Appetizers
- Shrimp Ceviche - $15: Diced shrimp with pico de gallo, marinated in lime juice and topped with avocado. Served with chips. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Juice-Cleanse Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexican Style Cheese Stuffed Cigars - $12: Hand-rolled in a crispy spring roll wrapper, rich Mexican cheeses with a hint of heat. Served with Jalapenos on top and drizzled with sweet and sour sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Quesadilla - $10: Served with sour cream & garnish. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajita Nachos - $18: Grilled chicken or steak nachos covered with cheese sauce, grilled onions, bell peppers, tomatoes and melted cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taquito Bites - $13: Eight crispy, rolled corn tortillas bites filled with shredded beef or chicken. Served with a side of queso dip. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mini Chimis - $13: Eight crispy, rolled flour tortillas filled with shredded beef or chicken. Served with pico de gallo topped queso dip. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jalapeno's Dip - $10: Queso dip with fried jalapenos. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Naked Jalapenos - $10: Six fresh jalapenos halves filled with melted cheese. Served with ranch. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos Especial - $15: Shredded chicken or ground beef nachos. Topped with lettuce, sour cream and pico de gallo. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Dip with Chips (Small) - $5: Small portion of queso dip served with chips. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Dip with Chips (Large) - $9: Large portion of queso dip served with chips. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Homemade Guacamole with Chips: Freshly made guacamole served with chips. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jalapenos Nachos - $12: Bean and cheese nachos covered with pickled jalapenos. Available at: dinner, lunch
House Favorites
- Carne Asada - $30: Thinly sliced grilled steak seasoned with house-made marinade. Served with rice, beans, tortillas, guacamole and garnish. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Flautas - $18: Two flour tortillas filled with shredded chicken or shredded beef, fried and topped with cheese sauce. Served with rice, beans, and garnish. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carnitas - $20: Tender pieces of slow-cooked pork served with rice, beans, tortillas, and a side of spicy tomatillo salsa, and garnish. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Colorado - $21: Grilled pieces of steak simmered in spicy red sauce. Served with tortillas, rice, beans, and garnish. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Verde - $20: Tender pieces of pork simmered in green sauce. Served with tortillas, rice, beans, and garnish. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Enchiladas Jalisco - $21: Three enchiladas filled with carnitas, grilled onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes. Topped with cheese and green sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, and grilled jalapenos. Served with rice and beans. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marlin's Special - $34: Carne Asada steak topped with grilled shrimp, onions, jalapenos, and melted cheese. Served with tortillas, rice and beans. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajita Quesadilla - $20: Grilled chicken or steak with melted cheese, bell peppers, onions & tomatoes inside a flour tortilla. Served with rice, sour cream, and pico de gallo. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chimichanga - $20: A flour tortilla filled with shredded beef or shredded chicken, fried until crispy and covered with cheese sauce. Served with rice, beans, and garnish. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carmelitas's Combo - $18: A roasted poblano pepper stuffed with melted cheese, dipped in egg batter then fried. Covered with red sauce and served with rice, beans, and garnish. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Luis' Special - $32: Chile Verde, Chile Colorado, and a Chile Relleno over a bed of rice covered with cheese sauce. Served with tortillas. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Maria’s Taquitos - $18: Two rolled corn tortillas filled with shredded chicken or beef, fried until crispy. Served with rice, beans, and garnish. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cowboy Chimichanga - $23: A chimichanga filled with rice, beans, melted cheese, and choice of steak, grilled chicken, or pork. Covered with cheese sauce and green sauce. Served with rice, beans, and garnish. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Veggie Quesadilla - $18: A grilled flour tortilla filled with melted cheese and grilled zucchini, mushrooms, onions, tomatoes, and bell peppers. Served with rice, guacamole, and pico de gallo. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Enchiladas
- Enchiladas Verdes - $18: Two chicken enchiladas topped with melted cheese and green sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Enchiladas - $20: Two enchiladas filled with grilled shrimp, onions & tomatoes. Topped with red & cheese sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach Enchiladas - $18: Two enchiladas filled with grilled spinach, onions & tomatoes. Topped with cheese sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mike Enchiladas - $18: Two enchiladas filled with choice of shredded beef, shredded chicken, cheese, or ground beef. Topped with red sauce and cheese sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Enchiladas Rancheras - $20: Two cheese enchiladas topped with shredded beef & red sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Enchiladas - $18: Two enchiladas filled with grilled zucchini, mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes. Topped with green sauce and cheese sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
Pollo
- Pollo Tapatio - $25: Grilled chicken breast fillets topped with grilled onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, shredded cheese, and cheese sauce. Served with rice, beans, garnish, and tortillas. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo a la Crema - $23: Grilled chicken & poblano pepper simmered in homemade Mexican crema sauce. Served with rice, tortillas, and garnish. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Loco - $26: Grilled chicken breast fillet topped with chorizo, grilled jalapeños and cheese sauce. Served with rice, beans, tortillas, and garnish. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Jalapeno - $25: Grilled chicken breast fillet topped with grilled onions and jalapeños. Served with rice, beans, sour cream, tortillas, and garnish. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Irma Special - $24: Grilled chicken strips, zucchini, mushrooms, and onions simmered with spicy red sauce and topped with cheese sauce. Served with tortillas, rice, beans, and garnish. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pancho's Especial - $20: Grilled chicken and mushrooms over a bed of rice, topped with cheese sauce. Served with tortillas. Available at: dinner, lunch
Burritos
- Chile Verde Burrito - $20: A flour tortilla filled with pork carnitas simmered in green sauce. Topped with cheese & green sauces. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajita Burrito - $22: Grilled chicken or steak, grilled with onions, bell peppers & tomatoes wrapped in a flour tortilla. Topped with cheese sauce, lettuce, sour cream, and pico de gallo. Available at: dinner, lunch
- California Burrito - $22: A large flour tortilla filled with rice, beans, lettuce, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, and choice of grilled chicken, steak, or pork carnitas. Topped with cheese sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrito Jalapeño - $20: A flour tortilla filled with pork carnitas, grilled onions, bell peppers, & tomatoes. Topped with cheese sauce, green sauce, lettuce, tomatoes & grilled jalapenos. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrito Colorado - $20: Grilled steak simmered in spicy red sauce wrapped in a flour tortilla. Topped with cheese sauce and spicy red sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Veggie Burrito - $20: Grilled zucchini, mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes wrapped in a flour tortilla. Topped with cheese sauce, green sauces, lettuce, guacamole & tomatoes. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Casa Burrito - $18: Ground beef or shredded chicken wrapped in a flour tortilla. Topped with red sauce, lettuce, sour cream, tomatoes & shredded cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bean and Cheese Burrito - $13: A flour tortilla filled with cheese and refried beans. Topped with cheese sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bronco Burrito - $18: A flour tortilla filled with rice, beans, and choice of ground beef, shredded beef, or shredded chicken. Topped with choice of red sauce, green sauce, or cheese sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
Combination Dinners
- #1 Taco & Enchilada - $16: Served with rice and beans. Available at: dinner, lunch
- #2 Enchilada & Tamale - $16: Served with rice and beans. Available at: dinner, lunch
- #3 Enchilada & Chile Relleno - $18: Served with rice and beans. Available at: dinner, lunch
- #4 Two Tacos - $16: Served with rice and beans. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- #5 Two Enchiladas - $16: Served with rice and beans. Available at: dinner, lunch
- #6 Taco & Cheese Chile Relleno - $18: Served with rice and beans. Available at: dinner, lunch
Seafood
- Shrimp a la Crema - $23: Grilled shrimp & poblano pepper simmered in homemade Mexican crema sauce. Served with rice, tortillas, and garnish. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp a la Diabla - $23: Shrimp grilled with mushrooms & onions then simmered in a spicy red sauce. Served with rice, tortillas, and garnish. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp al Mojo de Ajo - $23: Shrimp grilled with garlic, mushrooms, onions & bell peppers. Served with rice, tortillas, and garnish. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp en Salsa Verde - $24: Shrimp grilled with onions, then sauteed in green sauce with poblano peppers. Topped with melted cheese and served with rice, tortillas, and garnish. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
- Street Tacos - $17: Three small corn tortillas filled with choice of steak or pork carnitas. Topped with diced cilantro and onion and served with spicy tomatillo salsa. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garden Tacos - $16: Two tortillas filled with grilled zucchini, mushroom, onion, bell pepper, and tomatoes. Served with guacamole, pico de gallo, and lettuce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexican Tacos - $16: Two tortillas filled with choice of steak, grilled chicken, or pork carnitas. Topped with shredded cheese and served with pico de gallo, lettuce, and pickled jalapenos. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Playa Tacos (Shrimp) - $16: Two tortillas filled with grilled shrimp, onion, and tomatoes. Topped with creamy chipotle sauce and served pico de gallo, lettuce and pickled jalapenos. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baja Fish Tacos - $16: Two tortillas filled with grilled or breaded Cod and topped with creamy chipotle sauce and cabbage. Served with pico de gallo, lettuce, and pickled jalapenos. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- QuesaTacos - $17: Two crunchy tacos filled with choice of ground beef, shredded chicken, or shredded beef inside a quesadilla. Topped with lettuce and cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
Fajita Grill
- Chicken Fajita - $25: Grilled with onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes. Served with rice, beans, lettuce, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, and tortillas. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mix Fajita (Steak & Chicken) - $26: Grilled with onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes. Served with rice, beans, lettuce, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, and tortillas. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Fajita - $26: Grilled with onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes. Served with rice, beans, lettuce, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, and tortillas. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hawaiian Fajita - $27: Choice of grilled chicken or pork, grilled pineapple, onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes. Served with rice, beans, lettuce, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, and tortillas. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Fajita - $26: Grilled with onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes. Served with rice, beans, lettuce, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, and tortillas. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Fajita - $25: Grilled with onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes. Served with rice, beans, lettuce, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, and tortillas. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Fajita - $25: Grilled zucchini, mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes. Served with rice, beans, lettuce, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, and tortillas. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajitas Jalisco - $29: Steak, chicken, and shrimp grilled with bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes. Served with rice, beans, sour cream, pico de gallo, guacamole, and tortillas. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajita Tapatia - $30: Chicken, chorizo, steak, and shrimp grilled with bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes. Served with rice, beans, sour cream, pico de gallo, guacamole, and tortillas. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Albondiga Soup - $16: Mexican-style meatball soup. Cooked with rice, carrots, potatoes, & Mexican zucchini. Served with a wedge of lime. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajita Taco Salad - $18: A crispy flour tortilla shell filled with rice, grilled onion, peppers, tomatoes & choice of grilled chicken or steak, covered with cheese sauce & topped with lettuce, pico de gallo & sour cream. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side Salad - $7: Mixed greens, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and shredded cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Salad - $16: A crispy flour tortilla shell filled with choice of ground beef or shredded chicken, covered with cheese sauce & topped with lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream & shredded cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Salad - $16: Mixed greens with grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and shredded cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Acapulco Salad - $18: Mixed greens with spinach, grilled shrimp, cherry tomatoes, avocado, shredded cheese, rice, and tortilla strips. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Rice Soup - $15: A bowl of Mexican-style chicken soup with rice, avocado, pico de gallo & tortilla strips. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Veggie Taco Salad - $15: A crispy flour tortilla shell filled with grilled zucchini, mushroom, onion, tomatoes, bell pepper, and whole beans. Topped with cheese sauce, lettuce, pico de gallo, and guacamole. Available at: dinner, lunch
A La Carte
- Burrito - $12: Single burrito. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tostada - $10: Single tostada. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Enchilada - $5: Single enchilada. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco - $5: Single taco. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tamal (Pork) - $6: Single pork tamale. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Homemade Chile Relleno - $12: Single chile relleno. Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Churro - $6: Traditional fried dough pastry. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Lava Cake with Ice Cream - $9: Warm chocolate cake with a molten center, served with ice cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Flan - $8: Traditional Mexican custard. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Sopapilla - $4: Fried pastry dough. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Fried Ice Cream - $9: Breaded and fried scoop of ice cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- House Lime Margarita - $6: Classic lime margarita. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- House Flavored Margarita - $8: Flavored margarita options. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Well Cocktail - $5: Standard well liquor mixed drink. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- House Wine - $6: Glass of house wine.
- Domestic Draft Beer (Small) - $4: Small domestic draft beer. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Imported Draft Beer (Small) - $5: Small imported draft beer. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Sides
- Chips and Salsa - $3: Additional round of chips and salsa. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Small Bean Dip - $1: Side of bean dip. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
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