Miguel's Cocina – Mexican
Vibrant coastal energy radiates through this lively space, where the bright tang of citrus-cured ceviche and the delicate crunch of ahi tuna tostaditas celebrate the fresh, bold spirit of Mexican cuisine. Guests gather amidst a hum of conversation to share golden-fried carnitas flautas and savory picadillo empanadas, savoring a festive atmosphere that feels like a sun-soaked escape to the heart of Mexico City.
5980, Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad, CA, 92008 +17607591843 https://miguels-cocina.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, renal, tlc, lectin-free, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Ahi Tuna Tostaditas - $14.95: Avocado, mango, cucumber, red onion, cumin-cilantro vinaigrette & sriracha aioli Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ceviche Loco - $16.95: Octopus, ahi tuna, ceviche, mango, avocado, tajin & chamoy with flour tortilla chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carnitas and Cheese Flautas - $12.95: Carnitas, jack cheese, roasted chile in a rolled flour tortilla with guacamole, salsa fresca & cotija cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Traditional Sopes - $11.95: Black beans, salsa verde, queso fresco, onion, cilantro & lime crema; choice of chicken, beef or carnitas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ceviche - $13.95: Shrimp, scallops & white fish cured in citrus juices with diced tomato, sliced avocado, onion & cilantro; served with crispy tortilla chips Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Cocktail - $14.95: Mexican shrimp, avocado, tomato, cucumber, onion & celery in spicy cocktail sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari - $13.95: Tender golden strips with our famous jalapeño white sauce Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miguel's Taquitos - $11.95: Crispy rolled corn filled with shredded chicken or beef, topped with sour cream, guacamole & salsa fresca Available at: dinner, lunch
- Picadillo Empanadas - $12.95: Three empanadas stuffed with ground beef, jack cheese, roasted corn, tomatoes & chiles then topped with lime crema; served with guacamole & salsa fresca Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexico City-Style Quesadilla - $13.95: Fresh chile-corn tortillas, crispy pork belly, jack cheese, salsa molcajete, queso fresco, onion & cilantro Available at: dinner, lunch
- Surf and Turf Queso Fundido - $15.95: Sautéed mexican shrimp, chorizo & salsa fresca in skillet of molten jack cheese; served with flour tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miguel's Nachos - $13.95: Crispy corn tortilla chips topped with shredded beef or chicken, cheese, salsa fresca, sour cream and guacamole Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miguel's Sampler - $19.95: Flautas de carnitas, cheese nachos with guacamole, fried calamari, empanadas picadillo & ceviche Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guacamole - $10.95: Ripe avocados serrano chile, lime, onion & cilantro Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups and Salads
- Sesame-Seared Tuna Salad - $17.95: Red onion-papaya salsita & a ginger-habanero vinaigrette Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Albondigas - $8.95: Mexican meatballs in tomato-vegetable broth Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tostada Grande - $15.95: Crispy flour tortilla topped with refried beans, shredded beef or chicken, lettuce, tomato, avocado, shredded cheese, sour cream, guacamole & salsa fresca Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad - $9.95: Romaine & fresh lettuces tossed with a creamy cilantro dressing & garnished with radishes, avocados & carrots Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Chile Caesar Salad - $12.95: Crisp romaine tossed in our tj-style red chile caesar dressing with red pepper, avocado, tortilla strips & cotija cheese; served with cheesy garlic bread Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Barb's Caesar - $17.95: A variation on the classic with sonoran-spiced shrimp, Miguel’s famous carnitas, fresh tomatoes & mangos Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexican Chopped Salad - $16.95: Chopped fresh greens, red peppers, cucumbers, carrots, red onion, black beans & queso fresco tossed with creamy chipotle dressing & topped with choice of marinated chicken or skirt steak Available at: dinner, lunch
Brunch
- Pozole Rojo - $14.95: Pork pozole with hominy served with lime, chopped onion, cilantro, green cabbage & avocado; served with choice of tortillas Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Chorizo con Huevos - $13.95: Mexican spicy sausage scrambled with two eggs; served with rice, beans & tortillas Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Huevos Rancheros - $13.95: Two eggs sunnyside up on corn tortillas & topped with house-made ranchero sauce; served with rice & beans Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Coconut French Toast - $15.95: Coconut-crusted french toast topped with fresh berries; served with scrambled eggs, two strips of bacon & chorizo potato hash Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Machaca con Huevos - $14.95: Two eggs scrambled with shredded beef, onions & bell peppers; served with tortillas, rice & beans Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Skirt Steak Skillet - $17.95: Diced skirt steak, chorizo-potato hash, salsa fresca & cheese topped with two eggs any style & guacamole Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Burrito - $13.95: Flour tortilla filled with scrambled eggs, bacon, potatoes & cheese; served with rice & beans Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chilaquiles con Huevos - $14.95: Corn tortilla chips in our house-made sauce, topped with shredded chicken, two eggs any style, cheese, guacamole & sour cream; served with a side of beans Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Avocado Omelet - $14.95: Three egg omelet with roasted peppers, tomatoes, sour cream, cheese & avocado slices topped with Spanish sauce; served with chorizo-potato hash Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Surf and Turf Omelet - $17.95: Mexican shrimp & carne asada sautéed with mushrooms, salsa fresca & jack cheese folded into a three egg omelet topped with chipotle cream & avocado slices; served with chorizo-potato hash Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Carnitas Benedict - $15.95: English muffin, poached eggs & slow roasted carnitas topped with avocado tomatillo sauce & pickled onions; served with chorizo-potato hash Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Miguel’s Breakfast Bowl - $14.95: Scrambled eggs & bacon over chorizo- potato hash & topped with jalapeño sausage gravy & cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
Desserts
- Fried Ice Cream - $8.95: Rich vanilla ice cream coated in cinnamon-frosted corn flakes & deep fried; topped with chocolate syrup & whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Empanadas - $8.95: Abuela’s favorite!
- Crispy Cinnamon Churros - $7.95: Fried mexican pastries rolled in cinnamon & sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Coconut Flan - $7.95: Coconut custard topped with smooth caramelized glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Apple Chimis - $8.95: Served a la mode with a caramel crème anglaise sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Mud Pie - $9.95: Chocolate cookie crust topped with a deep layer of mocha ice cream & finished with rich fudge, whipped cream & chopped nuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Kenwood Brut - $9: Sparkling wine Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
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