BelAir Cantina

2625 N Downer Ave, Milwaukee
(414) 964-1190

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Customers' Favorites

Chips & Salsa Vegan Gluten-Free
Carne Asada Taco Plate
House Salsas & Chips
Chori Papa Taco
Coconut Daiquiri
Cantina Nachos
Taco Tuesday
Carne Asada
Pollo Verde
Chimichanga

Menu

Supplies
Takeout Silverware & Napkin (1 Piece)

Para la Mesa
Quesadilla (Vegetarian)
Cheese, flour tortilla. Side crema, lettuce, pico de gallo.
Queso Blanco Fundido (Vegetarian / Gluten-Free)
Melted white cheese & spices.
Los Tres Amigos (Vegetarian / Gluten-Free)
A sampler of our three favorits: Queso Blanco Fundido, Guacamole, Black Bean dip, house-made chips.
Esquite (Vegetarian / Gluten-Free)
Corn kernels, lime aioli, cotija cheese, chile lime, cilantro, crema.
Guacamole (Vegan / Gluten-Free)
Avocados, cilantro, onions, jalapeños, fresh lime juice, salt.Garnish: Sliced Radish, Pico de Gallo
Pepinos (Vegan / Gluten-Free)
Cucumber slices, lime juice, tajin.
Sweet Plantains (Vegetarian)
Sweet plantains topped with crema, queso fresco.
Ceviche (Gluten-Free)
Lime cooked shrimp, pico de gallo, arbol oil, tostadas.
Tin Can Nachos (Vegetarian / Gluten-Free)
Crispy chips, black beans, queso blanco fundido, pico de gallo, crema, fresh jalapeños
Quesabirria
Crisped in birria oil, slow cooked Birria Beef, habanero crema, consommé for dipping.
Tuna Tostada (Gluten-Free)
Crunchy tostada, tuna, sesame soy sauce, cucumber salsa, microgreens, radish, ancho mayo.
Shrimp Tostada (Gluten-Free)
Crunchy tostada, shrimp, guacamole, radish, citrus slaw, salsa verde.
Avocado Toast-ada (Vegetarian & Gluten-Free)
Crunchy tostada, guacamole, cherry tomato, pico de gallo, microgreens, radish.
Chips & Salsa (Vegan / Gluten-Free)
House-made chips, three house salsas.Roasted Tomato (red, mild)Salsa Verde (green, medium)Spicy Arbol (orange, hot)**Contains onions

Tacos
4 Tacos on a Plate
Choose your 4 favorite tacos and get an included wave of rice and beans.
2 Tacos on a Plate
Customize your plate of tacos by choosing your two favorite tacos.
3 Tacos on a Plate
Choose your favorite 3 tacos and get an included wave of rice and beans.
1 Taco on a Plate
Choose your favorite taco

Burritos
Carne Asada Burrito
Steak, black beans, crema, onions, cilantro, guacamole, rice, lettuce, queso fundido, salsa roja.
Spicy Pollo Burrito
Pulled chicken simmered in arbol sauce, citrus slaw, black beans, rice, lettuce, crema, salsa roja.
Shrimp Burrito
The ORIGINAL chipotle shrimp, citrus slaw, corn salsa, pico de gallo, rice, cilantro, chipotle ancho mayo, salsa roja, queso fundido.
Gringo Burrito
Ground beef, rice, black beans, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, crema, salsa roja.
Port Rajas Burrito (Vegetarian)
Portobello mushrooms, rajas, rice, black beans, lettuce, corn salsa, crema, chimichurri, guacamole, queso fundido, salsa roja.
Birria Burrito
Charred cheese tortilla, beef birria, BBQ sauce, Frito chips, corn salsa, crema, cilantro, pinto beans, rice, pickled onions.
Korean Beef Burrito
Spicy-sweet beef, rice, black beans, lettuce, citrus slaw, jicama slaw, salsa roja, queso fundido, sriracha crema.
Spicy Pollo Burrito Bowl (Gluten-Free)
Served over lettuce. Pulled chicken simmered in arbol sauce, citrus slaw, black beans, rice, lettuce, crema, salsa roja.
Port Rajas Burrito Bowl (Vegetarian / Gluten-Free)
Served over lettuce. Portobello mushrooms, rajas, rice, black beans, lettuce, corn salsa, crema, chimichurri, guacamole, queso fundido, salsa roja.
Shrimp Burrito Bowl (Gluten-Free)
Served over lettuce. The ORIGINAL chipotle shrimp, citrus slaw, corn salsa, pico de gallo, rice, cilantro, chipotle ancho mayo, salsa roja, queso fundido.
Spicy Pollo Chimichanga
Deep fried burrito. Pulled chicken simmered in arbol sauce, citrus slaw, black beans, rice, lettuce, crema, salsa roja.
Carne Asada Chimichanga
Deep fried burrito. Steak, black beans, crema, onions, cilantro, guacamole, rice, lettuce, queso fundido, salsa roja.
Gringo Chimichanga
Deep fried burrito. Ground beef, rice, black beans, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, crema, salsa roja.
Carne Asada Burrito Bowl (Gluten-Free)
Served over lettuce. Steak, black beans, crema, onions, cilantro, guacamole, rice, lettuce, queso fundido, salsa roja.
Birria Burrito Bowl
Served over lettuce. Beef birria, BBQ sauce, Frito chips, corn salsa, crema, cilantro, pinto beans, rice, pickled onions.
Port Rajas Chimichanga (Vegetarian)
Deep fried burrito. Portobello mushrooms, rajas, rice, black beans, lettuce, corn salsa, crema, chimichurri, guacamole, queso fundido, salsa roja.
Gringo Burrito Bowl
Served over lettuce. Ground beef, rice, black beans, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, crema, salsa roja.
Birria Chimichanga
Deep fried burrito, beef birria, BBQ sauce, Frito chips, corn salsa, crema, cilantro, pinto beans, rice, pickled onions.
Shrimp Chimichanga
Deep fried burrito. The ORIGINAL chipotle shrimp, corn salsa, pico de gallo, rice, cilantro, chipotle ancho mayo, salsa roja, queso fundido.
Korean Beef Burrito Bowl
Korean Beef Chimichanga
Spicy-sweet beef, rice, black beans, lettuce, citrus slaw, jicama slaw, salsa roja, queso fundido, sriracha crema.

Salads & Dessert
Churros
Four crispy churros, cinnamon-sugar dusting, dulce de leche dipping sauce.
Taco Salad
Tortilla bowl, black beans, corn salsa, ground beef, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, crema.
Tostada Salad (Vegetarian)
Two corn tostadas, black bean spread, lettuce, queso fresco, black beans, corn, green onions, avocado, chipotle ranch.
Flan
Mexican S'mores

Side Options
Bag of Chips (Vegan / Gluten-Free)
Side of Guacamole (Vegan / Gluten-Free)
'nuff said. Made fresh every day.
Side of Fundido (Vegetarian / Gluten-Free)
"Liquid gold"
Side of Spicy Arbol Salsa (Vegan / Gluten-Free)
Our house orange salsa (spicy). Made from scratch.
Side of Crema (Vegetarian / Gluten-Free)
Just like sour cream, only smoother and slightly sweeter
Side of Salsa Verde (Vegan / Gluten-Free)
Our house green salsa (medium). Made from scratch.
Side of Rice (Vegan / Gluten-Free)
Made in house with some peas, carrots, and corn mixed in.
Side of Black Beans (Vegan / Gluten-Free)
Our housemade, vegan, and gluten-free black beans are served "refried style"
Side of Roasted Tomato Salsa
Our house red salsa (mild). Made from scratch.
Side of Corn Salsa
Fresh, roasted corn mixed with roasted poblanos, red bell peppers, cilantro, and lime juice.
Side of Pico de Gallo (Vegan / Gluten-Free)
Fresh tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, cilantro and lime juice
Side of Citrus Slaw
Shredded green & red cabbage tossed in a lime vinaigrette
Side of Habanero Crema
Crema that's infused with fresh habanero peppers.
Side of Birria Beef
Beef slow cooked in a maguey leaf, Modelo beer, Orange Juice, Coca Cola, and seasonings.
Side of Pollo Verde
Pulled chicken breast simmered in our Salsa Verde.
Side of Limes
Best in a margarita or squeezed on a taco.
Side of Queso Fresco (Vegetarian / Gluten-Free)
A mild cow's cheese, very creamy in texture.
Side of Korean Beef
Sweet-spicy skirt steak marinated in soy sauce, sugar, and garlic.
Side of Gringo Beef
Seasoned ground beef
Side of Pickled Onions
Pickled in house red onions.
Side of Carnitas
Traditionally prepared pork
Side of Pinto Beans
Stewed pinto beans swimming in bacon and beer.
Side of Chipotle Ranch
Ranch dressing infused with chipotles
Side of Tortillas (4)
Taco stuffers.
Side of Jalapeños
"All up in your business"
Side of Cucumber Salsa
Fresh cucumbers, yellow onions, rice vinegar, sugar, and fresh lime juice.
Side of Spicy Pollo
Pulled chicken breast simmered in our Arbol Salsa.
Side of Fresh Avocado
You know, the stuff that guacamole is made out of
Side of Chorizo
Housemade chorizo with diced potatoes
Side of Portobello Mushrooms
Thick cut, sautéed to perfection.
Side of Avocado Salsa (Vegan / Gluten-Free)
A smooth blend of our House Salsa Verde (green) and fresh avocados.
Side of Cheddar Cheese
You know, the yellow stuff
Side of Lettuce
Rabbit food
Side of Carne Asada
Grilled steak
Side of Chimichurri
Delicious Argentinian inspired sauce made with fresh thyme, rosemary, cilantro, parsley, garlic, and lime juice
Side of Chipotle Ancho Mayo
Mayo infused with ancho powder and chipotles
Side of Jicama Slaw
Shredded fresh carrots and jicama tossed in rice vinegar and sugar.
Side of Ninja Pig
Crispy pork tossed in a hoisin glaze.
Side of Birria Broth
Craving more Birria Broth for your Birria Taco? You've come to the right spot.
Side of Tomatoes
You know, stuff Bloody Mary's are made out of.
Side of Mozzarella
The best cheese to melt.
Side of Cilantro
Herbaceous coriander
Side of Chile de Arbol (Vegan / Gluten-Free)
Oil infused with arbol chiles to make your lip sweat.
Side of Onions
Making you cry since 1843.
Side of Queso Cotija (Vegetarian / Gluten-Free)
Similar to the grated parm you put on your pizza.
Side of Rajas
Think fajitas...peppers and onions.
Side of Salsa Roja
Our Roasted Tomato salsa infused with even more tomatoes and oregano.
Side of Sriracha Crema
Crema infused with Sriracha.
Side of Zihuatanejo Shrimp
Shrimp cooked in pico de gallo.

Beverages To Go
Mexican Coke To Go
Sprecher Root Beer To Go
Jarritos - Mandarin To Go
Jarritos - Fruit Punch To Go
Jarritos - Tamarind To Go
Jarritos - Pineapple To Go
Jarritos - Grapefruit To Go
Topo Chico To Go
Jarritos - Strawberry To Go
Mexican Sprite To Go
Mexican Orange Fanta To Go
Lagunitas Hoppy Refresher To Go
NON-ALCOHOLICCrisp, zingy, and refreshing. This sparkling beverage is chock-full of Citra, Equinox, and Centennial hops, for a big splash of flavor.

Catering
Spicy Arbol Salsa- Pint
An entire PINT of our famous "Orange" salsa (spicy)Don't forget to order the chips!
1 Pound Bag of Chips
Salsa Verde - Pint
An entire PINT of our famous "Green" salsa (medium)Don't forget to order the chips!
Roasted Tomato Salsa - Pint
An entire PINT of our famous "Red" salsa (mild)Don't forget to order the chips!
Mexican Rice (Party Size)
With plantains, crema. For Vegan, omit crema. Serves 16-20 people
Crema (Party Size)
It's like sour cream, only smoother and slightly sweeter. Serves 16-20 people.
Pico de Gallo (Party Size)
Guacamole (Party Size)
'Nuff said. Served with tortilla chips. Serves 16-20
Esquite (Party Size)
Grilled corn kernels, lime aioli, cotija cheese, chile lime, cilantro, crema. Serves 16-20 people.
Pepinos (Party Size)
Cucumber slices, lime juice, tajin. Serves 16-20 people.
Tostada Salad (Party Size)
Lettuce, queso fresco, whole black beans, corn, green onions, avocado, chipotle ranch. Serves 16-20 people.
Black Beans (Party Size)
Our housemade, vegan, and gluten-free black beans are served "refried style". Serves 16-20 people.
Pinto Beans (Party Size)
Stewed pinto beans swimming in bacon and beer. Serves 16-20 people.
Queso Blanco Fundido (Party Size)
Our famous "Queso Blanco Fundido" a.k.a. our Liquid Gold. Melted white cheese & spices. Serves 16-20 people.
Sweet Plantains (Party Size)
Sweet Plantains topped with crema, queso fresco. Serves 16-20 people.

Brunch Third Party*
Bacon & Egg Taco-Corn (Gluten-Free)
Menu Description: Scrambled eggs, pico de gallo, mozzarella cheese, crispy bacon.
Bacon & Egg Taco-Flour
Menu Description: Scrambled eggs, pico de gallo, mozzarella cheese, crispy bacon
Bacon Wrapped Breakfast Burrito
Menu Description: Scrambled eggs, peppers, bacon wrapped tortilla, chilaquiles salsa.Other ingredients include: cheddar cheese, crema, corn salsa, tinga salsa, and cilantro.Served with a side of rice.
Chicken & Waffle Taco
Menu Description: Waffle tortilla, crispy chicken, chantilly crema, macerated strawberries, green apple strips, bacon bits.
Chicken Breakfast Enchiladas
Menu Description: Four chicken enchiladas in chilaquiles sauce topped with crema, corn salsa, cilantro, onions & an over easy egg.
Chilaquiles Rojos (Vegetarian / Gluten-Free)
Fried tortilla chips, roja salsa, queso fresco, cilantro, onions, crema, scrambled eggs.
Churro Pancakes (Vegetarian)
Three Churro Pancakes topped with cinnamon sugar, chantilly crema, whipped cream, served with Maple Syrup.
Easy Does It Taco-Corn
2 oz of Chorizo Guest Choice of TortillaTop with an Over-Easy Egg1 TBSP Drizzle of Crema1 Slice of BBQ Bacon1 tbsp of corn salsaBBQ Bacon: delicious thick strips of bacon brushed with BBQ sauce and then bakedCorn Salsa: roasted corn, roasted poblano peppers, red bell peppers, cilantro, kosher salt, fresh lime juiceEgg: can be cooked to any guest preference, but will automatically come over-easy
Easy Does It Taco-Flour
2 oz of Chorizo Guest Choice of TortillaTop with an Over-Easy Egg1 TBSP Drizzle of Crema1 Slice of BBQ Bacon1 tbsp of corn salsaBBQ Bacon: delicious thick strips of bacon brushed with BBQ sauce and then bakedCorn Salsa: roasted corn, roasted poblano peppers, red bell peppers, cilantro, kosher salt, fresh lime juiceEgg: can be cooked to any guest preference, but will automatically come over-easy
Surfer Breakfast
Two over easy eggs, corn tortillas, black bean & corn, sliced avocado, watermelon salsa, chipotle ancho mayo.

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Recent Reviews

Great experience, food and all! They let us have our pup out on the patio with us which had shade from umbrellas. Our waitress brought out drinks for the humans and a bowl for the pup right away. Service was quick and the food was tasty! Beware, T/Th have $3 tacos for certain tacos with just the right amount of filling. On the other days where you pay full price, there will be much more filling and almost too big of tacos. Still very yummy though! I recommend their queso for a...
July 2025
Lovely place! Menu consists of mostly tacos, burritos, and bowls. Some traditional recipes, and some with a new, delicious twist. The birria tacos specifically are my new go-to! Highly recommend for their tacos.
June 2025
What a great experience! Food was outstanding, the patio is dog-friendly, and the service was great. Gabbie was amazing - attentive, friendly, and had a great sense of customer service. Highly recommended!
May 2025

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BelAir Cantina

2625 N Downer Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53211
(414) 964-1190