La Penca Azul – Mexican
This vibrant destination pulses with energy, drawing guests in with the smoky aroma of street-style steak tacos and the sweet, spicy allure of mango chipotle chicken. From the satisfying crunch of golden potato tacos to the deep, complex notes of prawns bathed in velvety mole, each dish offers a spirited journey through bold coastal and traditional flavors. It is a place where shared platters and zesty appetizers create a festive backdrop for a meal that feels like a colorful celebration of Mexican culinary artistry.
891, Island Drive, Alameda, CA, 94502 https://www.lapencaazul.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, nut-free, high-protein, dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, pescatarian, sugar-free, plant-based, diabetic, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, clean-eating, low-fodmap, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Penca Azul Specialties
- Prawns in Mole - $25.79: Prawns in mole poblano sauce. Served with rice and beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Crispy Potato Tacos - $14.79: Three crispy tacos stuffed with potatoes and cheese. Topped with cabbage, taco sauce, pico de gallo, and sour cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Street Style Steak and Chorizo Tacos - $14.54: Three street style tacos with grilled steak and chorizo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Chicken Mango Chipotle Bowl - $17.79: Grilled chipotle chicken served on a bowl with whole pinto beans, rice, queso fresco, and mango pico de gallo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Seafood Chile Relleno - $28.79: Fire roasted chile pasilla stuffed with Dungeness crab meat, shrimp, cheese, and corn. Topped with warm cilantro dressing. Served with black beans and mango pico de gallo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
Appetizers
- La Penca Platter - $21.69: Buffalo wings, zucchini, quesadillas, poppers, potato skins, mini chimichangas (chicken and beef) served with ranch dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Buffalo Wings - $18.54: Served with ranch dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Jalapeno Poppers - $13.79: Jalapenos stuffed with cheese and served with ranch dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Nachos - $14.54: Tortilla chips topped with beans, Monterey Jack cheese, jalapeno, pico de gallo, guacamole, and sour cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
Main Courses
- Carne Asada - $25.29: Grilled thin sliced top sirloin steak topped with grilled bell peppers, red onions, and a grilled jalapeno. Served with fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Carnitas - $24.79: Lean marinated pork served with grilled cactus, guacamole and whole beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb
- Steak Fajitas - $25.79: Sirloin steak grilled with onions and bell peppers. Served with rice, beans, sour cream, guacamole and tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- La Penca Burger - $17.54: 1/2 pound ground chuck patty on a telera roll with cheddar and jack cheese, bacon, mushrooms, jalapeno, grilled onions, tomatoes, lettuce, pickles and mayonnaise. Served with fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Beverages
- Classic House Margarita - $12: House tequila, lime juice, agave
- Horchata - $5: Traditional rice milk beverage
- Fresh Squeezed Limeade - $6.69: Fresh lime juice
- Jarritos - $5: Mexican fruit soda
Sides
- Mexican Rice - $9.49: Traditional seasoned rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Refried Beans - $9.49: Traditional mashed beans Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb
- French Fries - $5.45: Crispy potato fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap