Shorty's Mexican Roadhouse – Mexican
Step into a high-energy haven where the rustic charm of a classic roadhouse meets the vibrant zest of the Southwest, creating a space that hums with lively conversation and the aroma of smoky spices. Tables overflow with shareable treasures, from the satisfying crunch of golden avocado crisps and zesty chingalingas to the fiery kick of atomic chicken fingers and bowls of rich, velvety espinaca con queso. Whether diving into a cup of hearty Texas jailhouse chili or savoring fresh, hand-mashed guacamole, every bite captures a bold, festive spirit that turns a casual meal into a spirited roadside adventure.
1050, Bicentennial Drive https://shortysmex.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, gluten-free, nut-free, high-protein, dairy-free, low-carb, vegan, pescatarian, sugar-free, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, weight-watchers, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, pegan, candida, macrobiotic
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Espinaca Con Queso - $12.99: Blend of jalapeño cheese, pepper jack cheese, onions, tomatoes, and spinach served with fresh tortilla chips. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ultimate Guacamole - $10.99: Made in house daily. Served with lime, tajin chips & cilantro. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hector's Appetizer Fiesta - $17.99: One Chingalinga, Love Me Tenders, Mexican Firecrackers, & Shorty's Favorite Chicken Quesadilla. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Love Me Tenders - $14.99: Fresh Chicken Tenders with choice of Spicy Aztec, Whiskey BBQ, Memphis, or Honey Mustard. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ruben's Atomic Chicken Fingers - $14.99: Batter-fried & served with Atomic sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tio Pablo's Avocado Crisps - $12.99: Fresh Avocado Slices in Crispy Buttermilk Panko Breading. Served with Chipotle Dipping Sauce & Charred Lime. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shorty's Chicken Wings - $15.99: Deep-fried with choice of sauce: Spicy Aztec, Whiskey BBQ, Honey-Sriracha, Tequila Lime, Hawaiian, Garlic Parmesan, or Memphis. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Route 66 Flatbread - $13.99: Fire Grilled Chicken, Avocado, Red Onion, Bacon, Chipotle, Pepper Jack Cheese, Cilantro & Guacamole Ranch Dressing. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chingalingas - $12.99: Flour tortillas filled with Shredded Chicken. Served with homemade Guacamole dressing. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Texas Jailhouse Chili - Cup - $7.99: Served with Cheddar/Jack, Chopped Onions & Honey Corn Bread. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Texas Jailhouse Chili - Bowl - $8.99: Served with Cheddar/Jack, Chopped Onions & Honey Corn Bread. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos - $12.99: Large portion of fresh tortilla chips with refried beans and toppings. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexican Firecrackers - $12.99: Jalapeños stuffed with Cheddar/Jack, battered and deep-fried. Served with Ranch dressing. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mama Garza's Crispy Taquitos - $12.49: Stuffed with Pulled Pork & Whiskey BBQ Sauce. Served with Chipotle Ranch & Lime. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Memphis BBQ Salad - $16.99: Mixed greens, black bean corn salsa, crispy tortilla strips, Cheddar/Jack, BBQ Chicken, scallions, and diced tomatoes. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Salad - $15.99: Choice of Shredded Chicken or Ground Beef, beans, tortilla bowl, Cheddar/Jack, black olives, tomatoes, scallions, mixed greens, Balsamic Vinaigrette. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southern Fried Chicken Salad - $16.99: Mixed greens, Cheddar/Jack, cucumbers, tomatoes, black bean corn salsa, Buttermilk Fried Chicken and Maple Candied Pecans. Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajita Salad - $15.99: Fajita Chicken, Grilled Peppers & Onions, Mixed Greens, Cheddar/Jack, Tomatoes, Black Olives, Balsamic Vinaigrette. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hector's Tijuana Caesar Salad - $11.99: Romaine Lettuce, Tijuana Caesar dressing, Smoked Bacon, Cotija Cheese, Corn Bread Croutons and Green Onions. Dietary tags: Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Santa Fe Salad - $17.99: Mixed greens, Honey Mustard dressing, Fajita Chicken, Applewood Bacon, Bleu cheese crumbles, sun-dried tomatoes and Toasted Almonds. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roadhouse Mexican Cobb - $12.99: Romaine Lettuce, Black Beans, Corn, Monterrey Jack, Bacon, Avocado, Red Onion, Avocado Ranch Dressing. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad - $10.99: Mixed greens, Cheddar/Jack, cucumbers, tomatoes, onions and croutons. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
Tex-Mex Classics
- Street Corn Tacos - $16.99: Grilled Chicken, Mexican Street Corn Salad, Chipotle, Avocado, Cilantro & Cotija Cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shorty's Fresh Fish Tacos - $17.99: Deep-Fried Haddock, Napa cabbage, pickled onions, and salsa fresca. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Avocado Tacos - $15.99: Panko Crusted Fresh Avocado Slices, Tangy Chipotle Sauce and Cilantro Lime Slaw. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shorty's Favorite Tacos - $14.99: Three tacos with choice of Shredded Chicken, Ground Beef, or BBQ Pork, Cheddar/Jack, lettuce, salsa fresca, and scallions. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shorty's Ultimate Tacos - $15.49: Three tacos with Fajita Chicken, Cheddar/Jack, lettuce, salsa fresca, and scallions. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cilantro Lime Gulf Shrimp Tacos - $17.99: Spicy Gulf Shrimp, Cilantro Lime Slaw, Avocado and Cilantro Crema. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Downtown Quesabirria - $17.99: Cheesy Meaty Tacos with Cilantro & Onions. Served with Consomé. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Enchiladas - $15.99: Two enchiladas with choice of filling and sauce. Dietary tags: Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Enchiladas - $14.99: Sautéed Fresh Vegetable medley, Salsa Verde and Pepper Jack cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Los Cabos Shrimp Enchiladas - $16.99: Seasoned Grilled Shrimp, tomatoes, onions, and sliced avocados. Topped with Salsa Verde & Pepper Jack cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tres Colores Enchiladas - $17.99: One Chicken, one Ground Beef, and one Shredded Beef enchilada with various sauces. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Fresco Bowl - $16.99: Grilled Chicken, Black Bean & Corn Salsa, Pepper Jack Cheese, Fresh Avocado, Cilantro Lime Rice, Lime Crema. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rattlesnake Pasta - $17.99: Penne Pasta, Chipotle Infused Alfredo Sauce, Sautéed Onions & Peppers, Fire Grilled Chicken. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- East West Stir Fry - $16.99: Grilled Chicken, Fresh Vegetables, Jalapeño Carrots, Sesame Seeds, Sweet & Sour Sauce, Cilantro Lime Rice. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Canyon Road Salmon - $22.99: Blackened Salmon fillet, cilantro lime rice, spinach, balsamic reduction, Mango Pineapple Salsa. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, TLC, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Haddock Espinaca - $20.99: Buttermilk marinated haddock, corn flour breading, Espinaca, lime rice and beans. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baby Back Ribs - Half Rack - $17.99: Slow roasted with Whiskey BBQ sauce. Served with fries and honey cornbread. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baby Back Ribs - Full Rack - $28.99: Slow roasted with Whiskey BBQ sauce. Served with fries and honey cornbread. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Mexi or Cilantro Lime Rice - $2.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Black Beans - $2.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- River City Beans - $3.49 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Refried Beans - $2.99 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potato Fries - $5.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Vegetable Medley - $3.99 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida Available at: dinner, lunch
- Homemade Honey Cornbread - $3.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fuego Tator Tots - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- The Favorite Margarita - $9.99: House Tequila, Triple Sec, Sour Mix.
- The Ultimate Margarita - $12.99: Espolòn Reposado, Sour Mix, Orange Juice, Grand Marnier.
- Javier's Mex-presso Martini - $12.99: Cazadores Tequila, Cold Brew Espresso, Patron XO Café, Crème Liquer & Coffee Beans.
- Strawberry Mint Agua de Fresca - $5.99: Muddled Strawberries & Fresh Mint. Served on the rocks w/ a Chile Lime Rim.
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