Carmelita's

34255 Pacific Coast Hwy Unit 109, Dana Point
(949) 503-4107

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Spinach and Cheese Enchiladas
Carne Asada Quesadilla
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Mexican Street Corn
Grilled Burrito Bowl
Guacamole Appetizer
Little Casita Salad
Grilled Cauliflower
Short Rib Enchiladas
Pollo Asado Burrito

Menu

STARTERS
Shrimp Taquitos
Wild Shrimp, Crispy Corn Tortilla, Roasted Lime Salsa, Pico De Gallo, Queso Fresco, Chipotle Alioli
CRISPY POTATO TAQUITOS
Golden Crisp, Fresh Pico De Gallo, Queso Fresco, Guacamole, Rolled with Jack Cheese. "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
CRISPY TACOS
Chicken or Short Rib, Golden Crisp, Jack Cheese, Pico De Gallo, Iceberg Lettuce "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
CRISPY BEEF FLAUTAS
Tender Short Rib, Jack Cheese, Golden Crisp, Guacamole, Pico De Gallo. "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
Jidori Chicken, Jack Cheese, Avocado, Tortilla Strips, Sour Cream, Cilantro. "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
GRILLED CHICKEN NACHOS
Jidori Chicken, Jack Cheese, Crispy Chips, Refried Beans, Pico De Gallo, Guacamole, Sour Cream, Queso Fresco "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
CHICKEN TAQUITOS
Crispy Rolled Taco, Jidori Chicken, Jack Cheese, Queso Fresco, Guacamole, Pico De Gallo "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
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Crab Jalapeños
Dungeness Crab, Crispy Bacon, Queso Fresco, Stuffed Peppers, Epazote Cream Cheese,

ENTREES
Crispy Taco Plate
2 Shredded Short Rib Or Chicken Tacos, Jack Cheese, Pico De Gallo, Queso Fresco, Romaine Lettuce, Served WIth Rice ＆ Beans
Spinach Enchiladas
Roasted Tomatillo Salsa, Organic Spinach, Jack Cheese, Corn Tortilla, Sour Cream
Grilled Fish Tacos
Local Halibut, Lemon Aioli, Pico De Gallo, Cabbage, Avocado
Skirt Steak Fajitas
Grilled Skirt Steak, Roasted Fajita Peppers, Guacamole, Choice Of Tortillas,
Crispy Chimichanga
Golden Crisp, Shredded Chicken, Guacamole, Jack Cheese, Sour Cream,
Seafood Enchiladas
Tomatillo Salsa, Wild Shrimp, Dungeness Crab, Jack Cheese, Crema Sauce, Avocado, White Rice, Refried Beans
Famous Carnitas
Caramelized Pork, Guacamole, Roasted Salsa, Pico De Gallo, Choice Of Tortillas
Short Rib Enchiladas
Tender Short Rib, Jack Cheese, Costilla Cream Sauce, Rice ＆ Beans, Queso Fresco
Chicken Enchiladas
Shredded Jidori Chicken, Jack Cheese, Tomatillo Salsa, Queso Fresco, Rice ＆ Beans

SALADS
LITTLE CASITA SALAD
Fresh Romaine Lettuce, Queso Fresco, Roasted Corn, Jack Cheese, Cucumber, Champagne Vinaigrette. "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
CRISPY TOSTADA SALAD
Fresh Romaine, Crispy Tostada Shell, Refried Beans, Jack Cheese, Pico De Gallo, Guacamole, Sour Cream, Grilled Jidori Chicken, Cilantro Ranch Dressing "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
GRILLED STEAK SALAD
Mixed Greens, Champange Dressing, Queso Fresco, Avocado Salad, Crispy Carrot, Heirloom Tomato, Grilled Skirt Steak "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
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ROASTED CAULIFLOWER TACOS
Roasted Cauliflower, Smoked Pepper Sauce, Caramelized Onions, Guacamole, Cilantro "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."

BURRITOS
CARNITAS BURRITO
Caramelized Pork Shoulder, Slow Braised, Tender ＆ Crispy, wrapped in a large home made flour tortilla, with jack cheese, white rice, whole beans, pico de Gallo, served either wet or dry. "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
CARNE ASADA BURRITO
Marinated Wood Grilled Steak, Prepared Medium, wrapped in a large home made flour tortilla, with jack cheese, white rice, whole beans, pico de Gallo, served either wet or dry. "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
GRILLED VEGGIE BURRITO
Roasted Zucchini ＆ Squash wrapped in a large home made flour tortilla, with jack cheese, white rice, whole beans, pico de Gallo, served either wet or dry. "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
POLLO ASADO BURRITO
Grilled Jidori Chicken, Rubbed with Adobe Marinade wrapped in a large home made flour tortilla, with jack cheese, white rice, whole beans, pico de Gallo, served either wet or dry. "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
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BREAKFAST BURRITO
Pasture Raised Egg, Jack Cheese, Roasted Potato, Guacamole, Salsa, Crispy Bacon, Wrapped in a large flour tortilla. "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."

BOWLS
CARNITAS BOWL
Crispy Carnitas Served with White Rice, Pico De Gallo, Whole Beans, Jack Cheese, Guacamole, Cucumber, Roasted Corn, Tortilla Strips ＆ House Salad. "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
CARNE ASADA BOWL
Grilled Skirt Steak Served with White Rice, Pico De Gallo, Whole Beans, Jack Cheese, Guacamole, Cucumber, Roasted Corn, Tortilla Strips ＆ House Salad. "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
ROASTED VEGGIE BOWL
Grilled Zucchini ＆ Squash Served with White Rice, Pico De Gallo, Whole Beans, Jack Cheese, Guacamole, Cucumber, Roasted Corn, Tortilla Strips ＆ House Salad. "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
POLLO ASADO BOWL
Grilled Jidori Chicken, Served with White Rice, Pico De Gallo, Whole Beans, Jack Cheese, Guacamole, Cucumber, Roasted Corn, Tortilla Strips ＆ House Salad. "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
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TAQUERIA
CARNITAS TACOS
Crispy Pork Shoulder, Fresh Guacamole, Chopped Onion ＆ Cilantro "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
CARNE ASADA TACOS
Wood Fired Skirt Steak, Fresh Guacamole, Chopped Onion, Cilantro "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
AL PASTOR TACOS
Adobe Marinated Pork Shoulder, Fresh Guacamole, Chopped Onion, Fresh Cilantro "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
POLLO ASADO TACOS
Grilled Jidori Chicken, Fresh Guacamole, Chopped Onion ＆ Cilantro "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
Gringas Tacos
Adobe Marinated Pork, Jack Cheese, Salsa Casera, Lime, Flour Tortilla "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
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SIDES
SEASONAL ROASTED VEGGIES
Roasted Zucchini ＆ Squash grilled with Salt ＆ Pepper With Olive Oil "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
MEXICAN STREET CORN
Roasted Corn, Queso Fresco, Crema Sauce, Cilantro "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
AVOCADO SALAD
Hoss Avocado, Roasted Corn, Vinaigrette, Heirloom Tomato, Cilantro "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
SEASONED WHITE RICE
Made Fresh Daily, Corn, Carrot, Roasted Onion "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
ROASTED WHOLE BEANS
Black Beans, Roasted Onion, Garlic, Sea Salt "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
SPICED CAULIFLOWER
Caramelized Onion, Roasted Cauliflower, Smoked Pepper Sauce, Cilantro "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
CHIPS ＆ GUAC
Fresh Corn Tortilla Chips Paired WIth Our Home Made Guacamole "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
REFRIED BLACK BEANS
Home Made Fresh Daily "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
Green Salsa
Fresh Home Made Tomatillo Salsa "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
Habanero Salsa
Fresh Home Made Habanero Salsa "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
Crispy Chips
Fresh Corn Tortilla Chips Made To Order "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
Corn Tortillas
Fresh Home Made Blue Corn Tortillas Made To Order "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
Flour Tortillas
Fresh Home Made Flour Tortillas Made To Order "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
Sour Cream
1 oz side of sour cream. "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
Pico De Gallo Salsa
Small Side Of Home Made Pico De Gallo 1.oz portion "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
Small Guacamole
Small Side Of Home Made Guacamole Made to Order "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
Extra Dressing
Side Of Extra Dressing with your entree "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
Extra Steak
Add Extra Steak To your Entree Of Choice "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
Extra Chicken
Add Extra Chicken To your Entree Of Choice "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
Extra Carnitas
Add Extra Carnitas To your Entree Of Choice "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
Extra Pastor
Add Extra Pastor To your Entree Of Choice "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
Extra Veggies
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Roasted Potatoes
Rosemary Roasted Potatoes, Mexican Crema, Queso Fresco, Cilantro.

DESSERTS
CARAMEL FLAN
Creamy Vanilla Custard, Caramelized Sugar, Roasted Vanilla "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
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CRISPY CHURROS
Rolled Churros, Filled With Caramel, Dusted With Cinnamon ＆ Sugar, Served With Whip Cream ＆ Chocolate Sauce "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."

BEVERAGES
MEXICAN SPRITE
Bottled ＆ Produced In Mexico "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
MEXICAN COCA COLA
Bottled ＆ Produced In Mexico "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
MOUNTAIN VALLEY SPRING WATER
Bottled In California "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
MOUNTAIN VALLEY SPARKLING WATER
Bottled In California "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
Diet Coke
Bottled Diet Coke "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
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QUESADILLAS
POLLO ASADO QUESADILLA
Grilled Jidori Chicken, Pressed With Flour Tortilla, Melted With Jack Cheese "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
CARNE ASADA QUESDILLA
Grilled Skirt Steak, Pressed With home made Flour Tortilla, Melted With Jack Cheese, served with pico de Gallo, sour cream, ＆ guacamole. "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
GRILLED VEGGIE QUESADILLA
Grilled Zucchini ＆ Squash, Pressed With home made Flour Tortilla, Melted With Jack Cheese, served with pico de Gallo, sour cream, ＆ guacamole. "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."
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CARNITAS QUESADILLA
Caramelized Pork Shoulder, Pressed With home made Flour Tortilla, Melted With Jack Cheese, served with pico de Gallo, sour cream, ＆ guacamole. "Order Direct @ www.carmelitastaqueria.com for loyalty rewards ＆ better prices."

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Recent Reviews

I liked the food here, the staff was always checking in and filling up the complementary salasa and chips. I got the veggie chimichanga and my wife got the wet burrito. I really appreciated them working with my customisation of making it a veggie chimichanga, however, I wish they have a side of the rice and beans which would normally be in there. Other than that, I think the overall food tasted good. We also liked their drinks, we tried the Spicy Mango and the michelada. This...
July 2025
This used to be an order-at-the-counter restaurant. And we thought it was about the best around. Then they changed it to be a seated and served restaurant, and it's still about the best Mexican food around. We love sitting outside on PCH, you get the occasional loud motorcycle, but not a problem, it's still very easy for conversation. Also, they have the outdoor heaters, just in case the marine layer creeps in at sunset. They are quick to bring out the awesome chips,...
June 2025
I’m officially obsessed. I had the enchiladas, taquitos, and guacamole—and I’m still dreaming about them.

The enchiladas were absolute perfection—melty, flavorful, and packed with just the right amount of heat. The taquitos were super crispy on the outside and tender inside—exactly how they should be. And don’t even get me started on the guacamole… SO fresh, chunky, creamy, and perfectly seasoned. I could eat it by the bowlful (okay, I basically...
May 2025

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Carmelita's

34255 Pacific Coast Hwy Unit 109, Dana Point, CA 92629
(949) 503-4107