Old Juan's Cantina – Mexican
This vibrant cantina hums with festive energy, drawing guests into a rustic space filled with the irresistible aromas of sizzling chorizo fundido and smoky, bacon-wrapped jalapeños. Diners can craft their perfect bite at the interactive guacamole bar or share a colorful Tijuana taco sampler, where zesty caramelized orange and fresh seafood transport the palate to a sun-drenched coastal escape. It is a lively destination where the clink of glasses and the crunch of golden taquitos create a spirited backdrop for authentic, flavor-forward celebrations.
649 Pier Avenue https://oldjuanscantina.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, vegan, high-protein, pescatarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, plant-based, low-fat, gerd, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, south-beach, low-cholesterol, tlc, renal, zone, volumetrics, alkaline, macrobiotic, juice-cleanse, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:30 AM - 8:30 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 8:30 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its welcoming feel and warm, attentive service, guests highlight this spot as a perfect choice for special occasions. Diners rave about the delicious and well-prepared menu, with standout dishes including the highly recommended desserts that consistently impress. The inviting atmosphere and high-quality preparation ensure a memorable experience that reviewers frequently recommend to friends.
Menu
Appetizers
- Quesadilla - $14: Grilled corn or flour tortilla, cheese, diced Poblano chiles, onions, guacamole, sour cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guacamole Bar - $14: Fresh avocados, serrano chilies, onions, lemon juice, seasonal sides, cilantro, lime, queso fresco, crispy chicharrones Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber, Juice-Cleanse Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guacamole Dip - $14: Avocados, serrano chilies, lemon juice, served in a crispy tortilla shell Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos - $14: Homemade tortilla chips, beans, chile meat sauce, ground pork, cheese, guacamole, sour cream, jalapeños, tomatoes, onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno - $14: Four fresh jalapeños, Monterey cheese, honey-cured bacon, habanero mango sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taquitos - $14: Four corn tortillas, shredded beef or chicken, lettuce, pico de gallo, guacamole, Mexican crema, roasted tomatillo salsa, escabeche Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caramelized Orange Zest Avocado - $14: Avocado, orange zest, roasted jalapeno sweet corn, green onion pico, queso fresco Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tijuana Taco Sampler - $14: Three TJ style tacos, cilantro, onions, queso fresco, escabeche, salsas. Choice of beef, chicken or pork Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexican Shrimp Cocktail - $14: Cooked shrimp, Mexican cocktail sauce, seasonal fruit, pico de gallo, avocados, fried chicharrones Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chorizo Con Queso Fundido - $14: Refried beans, melted cheese, chorizo crumble, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jackfruit Carnitas Fundido - $14: Vegan Mexican queso sauce, jackfruit carnitas, vegan feta, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups and Salads
- Old Juan’s House Salad - $14: Spring mix, queso fresco, dried cranberries, caramelized peppered pepitas, cilantro lime vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cantina Green Salad - $14: Spring mix, tomatoes, shredded cheese, cucumbers, seasoned tortilla strips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sonora Caesar Salad - $14: Romaine, spiced Caesar dressing, flour tortilla shell, chicken asada, cilantro, pepitas, queso fresco, tortilla strips Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Salad - $14: Romaine, cabbage, creamy salsa dressing, flour tortilla shell, beef or chicken, black beans, tomatoes, roasted corn, cheese, tortilla strips, avocado Available at: dinner, lunch
- Albóndigas Soup - $14: Hand-rolled meatballs, onions, mint, vegetables, beef broth Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tortilla Soup - $14: Chicken, roasted sweetcorn, green onions, olives, black beans, chile soup, tortilla strips, Monterey cheese Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Homemade Pozole - $14: Chile broth, chicken, maize, lemon, cabbage, oregano, onion, crushed chiles, tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Menudo - $14: Tripe, pata, maize, red chile broth, cilantro, lime, crushed chiles, tortillas Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
House Specialties
- Chicken Mole Enchiladas - $15: Two chicken enchiladas, mole sauce (chilies, nuts, spices, chocolate), sour cream, queso fresco, rice, beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach Enchiladas - $15: Two corn tortillas, spinach, mushrooms, Monterey cheese, tomatillo sauce, guacamole, sour cream, escabeche, rice, beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- Adobo Poblano - $15: Blistered poblano chiles, grilled chicken breast, shrimp, roasted sweet corn, queso fresco, rice, creamy adobo sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carnitas Sopes - $15: Two sopes, beans, crispy carnitas, habanero tomatillo sauce, cabbage, queso fresco, avocado, sour cream, rice, beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chimichanga - $15: Flour tortilla, beef or chicken, cheese, green onions, beans, ranchero sauce, Mexican crema, guacamole, escabeche, rice, beans Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Picado - $15: 8oz top sirloin, chile sauce, peppers, onions, mushrooms, rice, beans, tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
Lunch Bowls
- Asada Bowl - $15: Charro black beans, cilantro lime rice, sauteed peppers & onions, steak asada, guacamole, pico de gallo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stir Fry Veggie Bowl - $15: Charro black beans, cilantro lime rice, seasonal stir-fried vegetables, roasted corn salad, sliced avocado Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mole Bowl - $15: Refried beans, cilantro lime rice, shredded chicken, mole sauce, queso fresco, Mexican crema Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Don Old Juan's Margarita - $50: Don Julio 1942, Cointreau, lime juice, agave nectar, sweet and sour, gold flakes, gold sugar rim Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
Dessert
- Roasted Smores Nacho Sundae - $10: Cinnamon-sugar fried flour chips, vanilla ice cream, gold sprinkles, chocolate chips, roasted marshmallows Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Tres Leches - $40: Traditional three milk cake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Sweet Tamale Cobbler - $40: Sweet tamale based cobbler
- Churros - $40: Fried dough pastry with cinnamon sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Sides
- Corn Tortillas (3): Three corn tortillas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Flour Tortillas (2): Two flour tortillas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guacamole: Side of fresh guacamole
- Charro Black Beans: Side of black beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice: Side of Mexican rice Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
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