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Explore the King and Queen Cantina menu featuring bold Mexican dishes like wet burritos, fresh ceviches, and USDA prime asados. Enjoy vibrant flavors, great happy hour deals, and a stylish atmosphere in downtown San Diego’s Little Italy.
King and Queen Cantina invites you to a vibrant culinary journey that brilliantly blends Mexican flavors with creative flair. Nestled in the heart of San Diego’s Little Italy, this lively spot serves up an enticing menu that satisfies any craving—whether for breakfast, a casual bar bite, or an elevated Mexican feast.
The standout Tinga Taquitos feature chicken-filled rolled tortillas, topped with pickled onions, pecorino cheese, and accompanied by three bold dips: lime crema, serrano sauce, and chipotle aioli. For a rich and savory treat, the Pork Belly Bites glazed in honey sriracha sauce are a must-try. Seafood lovers can indulge in the Tuna Tostada, marrying marinated tuna with fresh guacamole, salsa negra, and crunchy micro cilantro for a fresh, layered taste.
Burger enthusiasts will find a decadent option in the Tomahawk Prime Burger, a luxurious combination of prime cut, bone marrow, and grilled pineapple. Guests often praise the vibrant atmosphere and attentive service, which enhance the overall dining experience. King and Queen Cantina’s menu is a spirited, delicious celebration of bold textures and flavors that leave a lasting impression.
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Corn Tortillas, Melted Cheese, Guajillo-Braised Short Rib, Onion, Cilantro, w/ a Side of Habanero Sauce and Consome
1 Korean Taco, 1 Short Rib Mole Taco w/ Chocolate Tortilla, 1 Crispy Avocado Taco and 1 Surf & Turf Taco
Roasted Pork Belly w/ Chile-Soy Sauce, Serrano Sauce, Topped w/ Red Cabbage Slaw, Chopped Mango and Lime Crema
Crispy Melted Cheese Flour Tortilla, Chipotle Shrimp, w/ Serrano Sauce, Lime Crema, Green Cabbage, Pico, Micro Cilantro and Red Radish, Ensenada Style
Crispy Melted Cheese Flour Tortilla, Chipotle Steak, Topped w/ Lime Crema, Serrano Sauce, Ensenada Style
Crispy Melted Cheese Flour Tortilla, Shrimp & Steak, Topped w/ Serrano Sauce, Chipotle Sauce, Lime Crema, Pico, Micro Cilantro and Red Radish, Ensenada Style
Crispy Melted Cheese Flour Tortilla, Anaheim Chili Pepper Stuffed w/ Cheese, Shrimp and Pork Belly, Topped w/ Avocado and Cilantro Sauce
Grilled Tuna, Topped w/ Guacamole, Pico, Red Radish, Chipotle Aioli and Micro Cilantro, Served on A Flour Tortilla
Grilled Octopus Served on A Flour Tortilla, Topped w/ Guacamole, Pico, Chipotle Mayo, Red Radish and Micro Cilantro
1 Uber Taco, 1 Cueva Taco, 1 Mr. Tempo Taco, 1 Grilled Tuna Taco
Bone Marrow Topped w/ Asada, Melted Cheese, Chimichurri Sauce, Grilled Onions, Avocado Purée, Served w/ Flour Tortillas and a Side of Roasted Sauce
Beer Battered Fish, Corn Tortilla, Pickled Cabbage, Pico, Kimchi Aioli, Sriracha Lime Sauce and Micro Cilantro
Crispy Melted Cheese Corn Tortilla w/ Shrimp Machaca, Chipotle Aioli, Salsa Quemada Garnished w/ Micro Cilantro and Pecorino Cheese
Crispy Melted Cheese Flour Tortilla w/ Costa Azul Shrimp, Chipotle Aioli, Lime Crema, Serrano Sauce, Topped w/ Pico, Red Radish and Micro Cilantro
Crispy Melted Cheese Flour Tortilla, Asada, Cheetos Flamin Hot, Chipotle Aioli, Lime Crema, Topped w/ Serrano Sauce, Red Radish and Micro Cilantro
Braised Short Rib Mole on A Chocolate Tortilla with Lime Crema, Fried Carrots, Pickled Onions, Cauliflower, Topped with Micro Cilantro
Soy Glazed, Malted Salt, Lime Crema
Beer Battered Avocado, Queso Fresco, Chipotle Aioli, Pickled Carrots and Micro Cilantro, Served on a Sweet Potato Tortilla
Soyrizo, Pinto Beans, Roasted Veggies, Topped w/ Avocado Puree, Chimichurri Sauce and Micro Cilantro, Served on a Sweet Potato Tortilla
Grilled Tacos Stuffed w/ Beans, Soyrizo, Queso Fresco, Topped w/ Pickled Onions, Pecorino Cheese, Red Radish and Micro Cilantro, Served w/ a Side of Refried Beans, Lime Crema, Chipotle Aioli and Serrano Sauce
Corn Tortilla, Tomatillo Sauce, Roasted Veggies, Black Sesame Seeds, Topped w/ Cheese and Lime Crema
Corn Tortilla, Tomatillo Sauce, Cheese, Black Sesame Seeds, Topped w/ Lime Crema
Roasted Veggies Marinated in Tomatillo Sauce, Topped with Mozzarella Cheese
Chx Filled Taquitos, Topped w/ Pickled Onions and Pecorino Cheese, Served w/ Lime Crema, Serrano Sauce and Chipotle Aioli
Pork Belly, Served w/ Honey Sriracha Sauce and Corn Tortillas
Marinated Tuna, Guacamole, Salsa Negra, Chipotle Aioli, Red Onions, Sesame Seeds, Cucumber, Micro Cilantro and Red Radish Served w/ Tostadas
Mozzarella, Pecorino and Cheddar, Pickled Onions, Topped w/ Hot Cheetos, Fried Egg and Chipotle Aioli
Mozzarella, Pecorino, Cheddar, Pickled Onions, Green Onions, Fried Egg, Chipotle Aioli
Side Flour Tortillas, Cheddar, Pico, Cabbage, Chimichurri Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese, Guacamole and Your Choice of Asada, Chx, Pork Belly, Veggies, Soyrizo
Chipotle Sauce, Micro Cilantro
Corn Tortillas, Tomatillo Sauce, Black Sesame Seeds, Lime Crema and your Choice of Cheese, Chx, Veggies, Shrimp (+$2)
Tomatillo Cream, Mozzarella, Pecorino, Cheddar, Jalapeños, Pico, Avocado Purée, Pinto Beans and Your Choice of Asada, Chx, Pork Belly, Veggies, Soyrizo
Tomatillo Cream, Mozzarella, Pecorino, Cheddar, Jalapeños, Pico, Avocado Purée, Pinto Beans and Your Choice of Asada, Chx, Pork Belly, Veggies, Soyrizo
Guajillo Octopus, Pork Belly, Served w/ Avocado Purée Ponzu, Red Radish and Pomegranate Seeds
Brioche bun, tomahawk, bacon, roasted bell pepper, grilled pineapple, lto, bone marrow, shishito pepper served w/ regular or espy fries
Brioche Bun, 2 Beef Chuck Patty, Pork Belly, Shishito Peppers, LTO, Cheddar Cheese, Fried Egg, Bone Marrow, Served w/ Regular Fries or Espy Fries
Brioche Bun, Beef Chuck Patty, Garlic Aioli, Guac, Pico, Melted Cheese, Served w/ Fries
Flour Tortilla, Rice, Beans, Lettuce, Pico, Lime Cream & Guac, Topped w/ Enchilada Sauce & Melterd Cheese. Choice of Chx / Asada / Pork Belly / Mole Short Rib / Soyrizo & Roasted Veggies (Doesn't Come w/ Fries)
Rice, Beans, Asada, Pico, Lime Crema, Guacamole, Wrapped in Flour Tortilla w/ Cheese
Beans, Rice, Pico, Roasted Salsa, Guacamole, Soyrizo, Wrapped in Flour Tortilla
Bacon Wrapped Shrimp, Cheese Stuffed, Carne Asada, Cabbage, Pico, Lime Crema, Chipotle Aioli, Serrano Sauce, Wrapped in Flour Tortilla
Fries, Salsa, Cheese, Guacamole, Lime Crema, Pico, Your Choice of Chx, Asada, Pork Belly, Veggies, Soyrizo, Mole Short Rib
Shrimp Cooked in Lime Juice, Red Onion, Serrano, Cilantro, Cucumber, Served w/ Avocado, Garlic Aioli and Tostadas, Your Choice: Chamoy, Tamarindo, Negro, Mango Habanero, Traditional Verde
Verde Fish Ceviche, Rojo Clamato Shrimp Ceviche and Habanero Veggie Ceviche, Served w/ Chipotle Aioli, Lime Crema and Side of Tostadas
Marinated Tuna, Guacamole, Salsa Negra, Chipotle Aioli, Red Onions, Sesame Seeds, Cucumber, Micro Cilantro and Red Radish Served w/ Tostadas
Sauteed Shrimp, Shallots, Cherry Tomatoes, Green Onions, Roasted Garlic in Spicy Cream Sauce Served w/ Tostadas
Crispy Shrimp, Garlic Chipotle and Butter Sauce
Sauteed Shrimp in Adobo Marinade, Roasted Veggies, Chimichurri Sauce, Topped w/ Red Radish, Micro Cilantro, Served with Salsa and Tostada
Bacon Wrapped Shrimp, Stuffed w/ Cheese, Served w/ a Side of Honey Sriracha Sauce and Sambal Aioli
Saffron Rice, Octopus, Shrimp, Calamari, Green Onions, Tomato, Chipotle Aioli, Red Crushed Pepper and Shallots
Avocado Purée, Cheery Tomatoes, Pomegranate Seeds, Mixed Greens, Lime Crema and Achiote Sauce
Stuffed w/ Shrimp Ceviche, Chipotle Aioli, Lime Crema, Serrano Sauce and Avocado
Mixed Greens, Cherry Tomatoes, Goat Cheese, Strawberry, Pomegranate Seeds, Tomato Vinaigrette
Romaine Heart, Parmesan Croutons, Pecorino Cheese
Mixed greens, pears, apples, candied pecans, mango vinaigrette
Tomahawk Steak Served w/ Beans, Guacamole, Salsa, Grilled Nopal, Grilled Onions, Tomatoes and Chiles Toreados and Tortillas
18 Oz New York, Served w/ Beans, Guacamole, Salsa, Grilled Nopal, Grilled Onions, Tomatoes and Chiles Toreados and Tortillas
Grilled Steak, Pinto Beans, Grilled Nopales, Guacamole, Cheese Enchilada, Pico, Served w/ Corn Tortillas
Grilled Chx Breast, Served w/ Saffron Rice, Roasted Veggies, Avocado Puree, Lime Crema, Achiote Sauce, Pesto and Micro Cilantro
Fresh Grilled Salmon, Served w/ Saffron Rice, Roasted Veggies, Grilled Pineapple, Guajillo Achiote Sauce, Avocado Puree and Lime Crema
Shrimp Tempura, Cream Cheese, Crab Meat, Salmon, Avocado, Tuna in Seaweed and Rice Topped w/ Octopus, Shrimp, Spicy Crab, Cilantro Dressing, Chipotle Aioli and Eel Sauce
Avocado, Cucumber, Crab Meat and Shrimp Tempura, Wrapped in Seaweed and Rice, Topped w/ Tempura Crumbs, Spicy Mayo and Eel Sauce
Shrimp Tempura, Spicy Crab, Avocado, Cucumber, Cream Cheese, Wrapped in Seaweed and Rice, Topped w/ Spicy Tuna, Lemon and Eel Sauce
Shrimp Tempura, Crab, Cream Cheese, Avocado, Cucumber, Wrapped in Seaweed and Rice, Topped with Spicy Tuna & Salmon, Green Onions, Eel Sauce, Lemon and Spicy Mayo
Avocado, Cucumber, Crab Meat and Shrimp Tempura, Wrapped in Seaweed and Rice, Topped w/ Spicy Tuna and Crispy Onions
Shrimp Tempura, Avocado, Cucumber, Crab Meat, Wrapped in Seaweed and Rice Topped Cream Cheese w/ Cheetos Flamin Hot, Spicy Mayo, Tapatio Sauce and Eel Sauce
Parsley, Garlic, Serrano Peppers
Food was delicious. Always love the cheese enchiladas. Came for taco Tuesday and happy hour. Good deal. The music this time was nice and calm making an enjoyable environment to eat in. Sometimes the music can be too loud and aggressive but not this time. Our server Leo was great! Took such good care of us and made sure we got everything we needed and more. He was handling the entire upstairs area but we never felt forgotten.
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