El Jefe Desert Cantina

1800 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs
(760) 323-1711

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Chicken Tinga Quesadilla
Shrimp Ceviche Tostada
Cochinita Pibil Tacos
Chorizo Quesadillas
Happy Hour Margarita
Carne Asada Tacos
Chips and Salsa
Baja Fish Tacos
Short Rib Tacos
Avocado Toast

Menu

Antojitos
Guacamole
Avocado, lime, serrano, onions, cilantro and tortilla chips. Topped with queso fresco.
El Jefe Nachos
Tortilla chips, mixed queso, black beans, pico de gallo, pickled serranos, radishes, arbol chile sauce, crema, cilantro.
Roasted Salsa
House-made charred tomato salsa and tortilla chips.
Shrimp Ceviche Tostada
Shrimp, shaved red onion, tomatoes, cucumber, pickled serrano, crispy tortilla.
Shishito Peppers
Shishitos, chipotle sauce, cilantro, toasted sesame.

Ensaladas
Black Quinoa Salad
Black Beans, Tomatoes, Sweet Corn, Avocado, Shaved Red Onions, Pickled Fresno, Cilantro, Queso Fresco, Roasted Tomato Vinaigrette
Green Salad
Mixed greens, seasonal radishes, cucumber, guava vinaigrette.
Wedge Salad
Tomatoes, cotija cheese, red onions, jalapeño ranch.

Tortas
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Cabbage, house pickles, jalapeno ranch, arbol sauce, brioche bun.
El Jefe Burger
Wagyu blend patty, smoked cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, chipotle aioli, brioche bun.
Saguaro Grilled Cheese
White cheddar, tomato, 9 grain bread.
Black Bean & Quinoa Wrap
Black beans, quinoa, avocado, cucumber, pickle mixto.

Tacos y Mas
Short Rib Tacos
Beef short rib, pecans, habanero sauce, watercress.
Chicken Tinga Tacos
Chicken tinga, queso fresco, sour cream, pickled red onion, micro cilantro. Comes with 3 tacos.
Cochinita Pibil Tacos
Cochinita pork, pineapple, chipotle mayo, pickled red onion, micro cilantro. Comes with 3 tacos.
Baja Fish Taco
Beer battered Mahi, chipotle remoulade, cabbage, pico de gallo. Comes with 3 tacos.
Vegetarian Quesadilla
Queso mixto, onions, red & green bell pepper, white mushrooms, chipotle aioli, micro cilantro, whole wheat tortilla.
Shrimp Tacos
Spanish Chorizo, Avocado Crema, Radishes, Arbol Sauce
Chicken Tinga Quesadilla
Chihuahua cheese, chipotle remoulade, whole wheat tortilla.
Vegan Potato Flautas
Cabbage, Pico de Gallo, Arbol Chile Sauce.
Vegan Hongos Tacos
Mushrooms, huitlacoche aioli, scallions, crispy shallots. Comes with 3 tacos.

Sides
House Fries
Chipotle remoulade or jalapeño ranch.
Vegan Black Beans
Chili Lime Pineapple
Skirt Steak
Salmon
Chicken Breast
Organic Mexican Brown Rice
House-Made Corn Tortillas
Shrimp

No Alcoholico
Jarritos
Strawberry, Mandarin, or Grapefruit
Ginger Beer

Cafe
Chai Latte
Cold Brew
Tazo Tea
Jade Cloud (Green Tea), Jasmine (Green Tea), Chamomile Medley (Caffeine Free), Peppermint (Caffeine Free), Earl Grey (Black Tea), English Breakfast (Black Tea) PLEASE SPECIFY HOT OR ICED.
Espresso
Double Espresso
Drip Coffee

Dessert
Tiramisu Dessert

Dessert
Tiramisu Dessert

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Recent Reviews

Hugo is the best, the playlist was a vibe, the nachos are to die for, the drinks are perfectly balanced and I’m coming back tomorrow! Don’t go changing! Whatever wait for a table there is would be worth it I’m not joking.
June 2025
Quick service, we were specifically in the cantina ordered nachos which were the best nachos I’ve had in a long time! Everything tasted fresh. Drinks are very pretty and delish as well! Hugo was SUPER friendly and his service was A1, made us feel extremely welcomed. They also have board games which is a bonus!
June 2025
Tacos are awesome.
Outdoor patio is great
Service was good
Indoor dining area needs a makeover. Boring and seats are all stained

But again, the tacos were fantastic and full of flavor
April 2025

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El Jefe Desert Cantina

1800 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264
(760) 323-1711