Inside the Menu

At El Farolito Mexican Restaurant, the menu offers a well-rounded selection of traditional Mexican fare that fits comfortably within the $10–20 range. You’ll find a good mix of appetizers like chips and salsa or nachos to start, followed by hearty burritos and classic plates such as the Machaca Con Huevos. The balance between lighter options, like salads and tostadas, and more filling dishes, like the Jumbo Burrito or the chile relleno selections, means there’s something for every appetite. Desserts like flan and fried ice cream provide a sweet finish. People often begin with an appetizer to share, move on to a main dish that suits their hunger level, and then, if they have room, finish with a traditional Mexican dessert. Overall, the menu feels approachable and covers a range of familiar flavors for a satisfying meal.

Menu Sections (42)

  1. TOSTADA SALAD – Large flour tortilla shell filled with beans, meat, lettuce and tomatoes. Topped with a side of sour cream. Also available with pot boiled beans upon request. Available meats: Chicken, shredded beef, or Carnitas. (Ground beef not available)

  1. HUEVOS CON JAMON – 2 over easy eggs and a slice of ham. – $10.99

  2. HUEVOS CON TOCINO – 2 over easy eggs and 3 strips of well done bacon. – $11.99

  3. HUEVOS REVUELTOS – Scrambled eggs with onions, tomatoes and jalapeno peppers. – $10.99

  4. HUEVOS CON CARNE ASADA – 6 oz. top round steak with 2 over easy eggs. – $15.49

  1. CHEESE QUESADILLA – One large flour tortilla folded in half then filled with cheddar and jack cheese. – $6.79

  2. DINNER SALAD – Small green salad with tomatoes, cabbage, and carrots. – $5.99

  3. NACHOS SUPREME – Recommended for 2 or more people. One layer of tortilla chips covered with melted cheese. Topped with beans, Pico de gallo, sour cream, and pork meat sauce – $12.59

  1. Large cocktail – With avocado (ask for price) – $12.59

  1. Shredded cheese – $1.49

  2. Side order of rice on a plate – $3.99

  3. Side order of beans on a plate – $3.99

  4. Tortillas – (3)

  5. Sour cream – 4 oz. Cup – $1.29

  6. Guacamole – 4 oz. Cup seasonal

  1. JUMBO BURRITO – Large pork and bean burrito inside. Then covered with refried beans and topped with melted cheese. – $10.99

  2. WET BURRITO SPECIAL – Large pork and bean inside the burrito. Then covered with our famous enchilada sauce, melted cheese and side of sour cream. – $10.99

  3. CHILE RELLENO BURRITO – Delicious chile relleno and beans inside a burrito. Side of sour cream. – $12.69

  1. CHILE CON CARNE – Tender pieces of pork in a mild red tomato sauce. – $15.49

  2. CARNE ASADA PLATE – 6 oz. broiled top-round steak covered with grilled onions, jalapeños peppers and pico de gallo. – $15.49

  3. PORK CARNITAS PLATE – Tender pieces of pork carnitas with side of pico de gallo and warm tortillas. Make your own tacos. – $15.49

  4. TAMPIQUEñA PLATE – 6 oz. Broiled top-round steak covered with grilled onions and hot jalapeño peppers. Served with a delicious pork meat sauce enchilada. – $16.99

  5. POLLO DIABLA PLATE – Chicken tenders in our diabla sauce(some times very spicy hot). – $16.49

  6. MACHACA DE CARNITAS PLATE – Sauted pork carnitas with egg, onions, tomatoes, and hot green peppers. – $15.49

  7. ARROZ CON POLLO PLATE – Our famous rice and chicken (white meat) covered with our delicious and mild ranchera sauce. Then topped with melted jack and cheddar cheese. Side of sour cream. Beans upon request only. – $15.49

  1. CAMARONES RANCHEROS – Five shrimp in ranchera sauce. Served with rice, beans and warm tortillas. – $16.49

  2. CAMARONES A LA DIABLA – Five shrimp in our extra spicy hot sauce (some times not too spicy hot). Served with rice, beans and warm tortillas. – $16.49

  3. FAJITAS DE CAMARON – Delicious shrimp sauteed with onions, tomatoes, and bell pepper Served with beans, rice and warm tortillas. – $16.99

  1. TOSTADA – Beans, meat, lettuce, cheese and tomatoes. Pork, shredded beef, or chicken. Premium meats

  2. CHILE RELLENO – (size is seasonal)

  3. 2 TAQUITOS – served with guacamole. Guacamole may not be always available .

  4. 2 FLAUTAS – With side of sour cream and guacamole. Note: guacamole may not be always available.

  1. Meat and beans

  2. Carne asada and beans and pico de gallo

  3. Carnitas and beans and pico de gallo

  4. Scrambled eggs and beans

  5. All meat burrito

  6. Egg, meat and beans

  1. Hard shell – Comes with lettuce, cheese, and tomatoe.

  2. Soft shell

  1. Cheese

  2. Meat and cheese

How This Menu Feels

Dining at El Farolito feels like settling into a warm, familiar rhythm where time flows comfortably—never rushed, yet pleasantly energetic. The menu invites both solo indulgence and shared moments, with hearty plates and small bites that encourage conversation without haste. Whether enjoying a quick bite or lingering into a relaxed meal, the comforting flavors and balanced portions foster a cozy, casual atmosphere. The blend of local charm and lively tradition quietly hums through every dish, making each visit feel like a genuine, unhurried escape into the heart of Mexican comfort food.

Menu Questions

Are there vegetarian options available on the menu?
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Where This Food Place Lives

201 S Bradford Ave, Placentia, CA 92870, United States

+1 714-993-7880