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Available Tuesday - Saturday until 4pm for dine-in, takeout and delivery.
Socalo is walk-in counter service for lunch and weekend brunch until 4pm. No reservations are needed, nor taken, for counter service.
LUNCH SPECIALS | 9.95
add to any lunch special: lemonade, fountain drink, or iced tea $2 | rice & beans, chips & salsas, or calabacitas $2.50 | side salad or cup of soup $5.50Two Tacos | 9.95
organic corn tortillas (flour tortillas or lettuce cups on request), add a third taco $2.50-
JACKFRUIT TINGA TACOS
roasted poblano, avocado tomatillo salsa, crispy jalapeño, blue corn tortilla
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CARNE ASADA TACOS
grilled hanger steak, guacamole, fresca and quemada salsas
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CHICKEN DORADOS TACOS
crispy corn tortilla, mexican cheeses, potato rajas, guacamole, fresca and quemada salsas
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LAMB BIRRIA TACOS
folded corn tortilla tijuana-style, slow braised lamb shoulder, melted mexican cheeses, onion, cilantro, avocado tomatillo salsa
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CARNITAS TACOS
slow roasted pork, cabbage, onion, cilantro, salsa taquera
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SHRIMP TACOS
cucumber, tomato, jalapeño, onion, aji chile aioli
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STEAK & SHRIMP VAMPIRO TACOS +$2
griddled cheese, blue corn tortilla, salsa macha
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PESCADO A LA PLANCHA +$2
seared sustainable fish, jalapeño mint aioli, cucumber mango slaw, avocado
BOWLS & QUESADILLAS | 9.95
choice of: jackfruit tinga, chicken, carnitas, or grilled steak. sub Impossible picadillo or shrimp add $2-
TACO BOWL
organic rice and red beans, guacamole, sour cream, salsa fresca, corn relish, salsa quemada, corn tortillas
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BURRITO BOWL
refried beans, mexican cheeses, salsa fresca, cabbage slaw, salsa quemada, flour tortilla
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SALAD BOWL
mixed greens, cucumber, guacamole, red rice, salsa fresca, bbq potato chips
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QUESADILLA
mexican cheeses, salsa fresca, crema, quemada salsa, flour tortilla
Ceviche | 9.95
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BAJA CEVICHE TOSTADA
sustainable fish, avocado, lime, jalapeño aioli
SONORAN BURRITOS | 9.95
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LAMB BIRRIA
avocado tomatillo, tomatillo mint salsita, onions and cilantro
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MACHACA
shredded beef brisket, cotija, chile verde, cabbage slaw
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JACKFRUIT TINGA
avocado tomatillo, pickled onion, bbq chips
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BEAN & CHEESE
salsa fresca, salsa quemada
Salads & Sandwiches
add to any salad: chicken $4, carnitas $4, steak $5, shrimp $6, fish of the day $8-
MEXICANA CHOPPED KALE
quinoa, chickpeas, avocado, spiced almonds & pepitas, pomegranate seeds, red wine agave vinaigrette 11.50
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BABY GEM TJ CAESAR
roasted tomato, creamy garlic dressing, queso enchilado, pickled chile, croutons 11.50
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CHICKEN MILANESA SALAD
crispy seeded chicken breast, watercress, sugar snap peas, green beans, radish, garlic mojo, lemon vinaigrette 14
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CHICKEN AVOCADO BLT SANDWICH
applewood smoked bacon, griddled cheese, pickled güeros chiles, chipotle aioli, country bread choice of: bbq potato chips or side salad 14
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CRISPY PORTOBELLO SANDWICH
arugula, tomato, griddled cheese, gremolata, pain di mie bun choice of: bbq potato chips or side salad 13
Large Plates
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SANTA MONICA STREET BOWL
farmers market vegetables, crunchy quinoa, roasted corn, farro salad, cherry tomato, salsa verde 17
add jackfruit tinga $2
add chicken $4
add carnitas $4
add steak $5
add fish of the day $8
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SOCALO BURRITO
refried beans, griddled cheese, mexican coleslaw, avocado salsa, potato chips, served with green salad, choice of:
jackfruit tinga $13.25
chicken $14.50
carnitas $14.50
grilled steak $15.50
Impossible picadillo $15.50
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GRILLED STEAK ARRACHERA
garlicky citrus hanger steak, heirloom tomatoes, griddled cheese, refried beans, charred onion, chimichurri, calabacitas, organic corn tortillas 26
SMALL PLATES
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GUACAMOLE & CHIPS
macha and quemada salsas 14.50
half order $9.50
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CHIPS & SALSAS
macha and quemada salsas 5
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CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
queso fresco, crema 5.50 cup
bowl $9
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SMOKY ROASTED CAULIFLOWER
chipotle garlic mojo, cotija cheese 8
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CHILITOS RELLENOS
tempura shishito peppers stuffed with mexican cheeses, serrano and roja salsas 7
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BRUSSELS SPROUTS & POTATOES
fingerling potato, jalapeño bacon jam, chimichurri 9
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CORN ESQUITE
chipotle aioli, socalo spice mix, lime, cotija cheese 7
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CRISPY BAJA SHRIMP
spicy aioli, tajin, lime, peanuts 13.75
Desserts
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WARM BROWNIE SUNDAE
mexican chocolate sauce, nuts, vanilla ice cream 10.25
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VANILLA FLAN
berries, cinnamon buñuelo 10
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WARM GUAVA EMPANADA
seasonal sorbet 8.75
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CHURRO BITES
chocolate sauce, sweet crema 8.50
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SORBET TRIO
seasonal sorbets 8.25
single scoop $3.50
Gluten Free
Gluten Free Available
Vegetarian
Vegan
Can be made vegan
Contains nuts
Please advise us of any food allergies; not all ingredients are listed. Thoroughly cooking food of animal origin such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, milk, poultry, or shellfish reduces the risk of foodborne illness.
Our Commitment to Sustainability
Socalo uses organic rice, beans, and corn tortillas; seasonal, local ingredients; as well as antibiotic/hormone-free meats and poultry. Socalo serves only sustainable seafood and is a member of James Beard Foundation's Smart Catch and Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch Program.
A 2% fee is added by the restaurant to all guest checks. This is not a gratuity or tip, and is not for services provided by employees or otherwise payable to the employees. Thank you for dining with us and supporting the restaurant.
Available Tuesday - Saturday starting at 4pm for dine-in, takeout and delivery.
Small Plates
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GUACAMOLE & CHIPS
macha and quemada salsas 14.50
half order $9.50
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CHIPS & SALSAS
macha and quemada salsas 7
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CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
queso fresco, crema 5.50 cup
bowl $9
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PATO’S SPINACH QUESO DIP
smoky manchego cheese, cream, jalapeño, cilantro, salsa fresca, corn tortilla chips 10.50
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AGUACHILE FLAUTAS
potato filled flautas, cabbage slaw, cucumber salad, avocado cilantro, green aguachile 9
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CHILITOS RELLENOS
tempura shishito peppers stuffed with mexican cheeses, avocado salsa & macha aioli 10.50
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SMASHED POTATOES
fingerling potatoes, macha aioli 7
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CARROTS
agave glaze, jocoque feta 9
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BROCCOLINI & JICAMA
grilled broccolini, citrus vinaigrette, jicama puree 8
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MILPA
ayocote beans, roasted squash, grilled corn, quelites, hoja santa 9
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ESQUITE
cotija, oaxaca cheese, cilantro, lime, socalo spices 9.50
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BRUSSELS SPROUTS
mexican ranch 7
Salads
add to any salad chicken 7.50, steak 8, fish of the day 8, shrimp 6-
TJ CAESAR SALAD
roasted tomato, creamy garlic dressing, queso enchilado, pickled chile, croutons 12.50
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MEXICANA CHOPPED KALE
quinoa, chickpeas, avocado, spiced almonds & pepitas, pomegranate seeds, red wine agave vinaigrette 12.50
CRUDO
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GREEN FISH CEVICHE
sustainable fish, avocado, key lime, jalapeño, tomatillo milpero, red onion, cilantro, mint aioli 16
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SHRIMP CEVICHE
sustainable shrimp, sliced avocado, key lime, jalapeño, cherry tomato, red onion, cilantro, ponzu, clamato sauce 16
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SCALLOP TATEMADO AGUACHILE
black aguachile sauce, onion, cilantro, key lime, fresh scallop 18
Two Tacos
two tacos served with organic corn tortillas (flour tortillas or lettuce cups on request). add a third taco 3.50-
VAMPIRO STEAK & SHRIMP TACOS
griddled cheese, blue corn tortilla, salsa macha 12.75
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PESCADO A LA PLANCHA TACOS
seared sustainable fish, jalapeño mint aioli, cucumber mango slaw, avocado 12.50
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JACKFRUIT TINGA TACOS
roasted poblano, avocado tomatillo salsa, crispy jalapeño, blue corn tortilla 10.75
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CARNE ASADA TACOS
grilled hanger steak, guacamole, fresca and quemada salsas 12
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CHICKEN DORADOS TACOS
crispy corn tortilla, mexican cheeses, guacamole, potato rajas, fresca and quemada salsas 11.75
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GRILLED BARBACOA TACOS
grilled folded corn tortilla tijuana-style, slow braised lamb, consomé, onion, cilantro, salsa borracha, avocado salsa 12.75
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AL PASTOR TACOS
roasted spicy pork belly, pineapple salsa, onion, cilantro 12
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GOBERNADOR TACOS
shrimp, cheese, poblano, onion, garlic, avocado salsa 12.75
Large Plates
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SANTA MONICA STREET BOWL
farmers market vegetables, crunchy quinoa, roasted corn, farro salad, cherry tomato, salsa verde 17
add jackfruit tinga $2
add chicken $4
add steak $5
add fish of the day $8
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ROASTED HALF CHICKEN
seasonal local farmers market vegetables, chicken jus 27
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RIB EYE STEAK
15 oz rib eye steak, squash puree, roasted squash, spinach, grilled corn, mexican chimichurri 42
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TOMAHAWK STEAK
32 oz tomahawk steak, squash puree, roasted squash, spinach, grilled corn, mexican chimichurri 80
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PORK BELLY
ayocote beans, roasted squash, beans sauce, pickled onions, cilantro 28
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TIKIN XIC FISH
red adobo banana leaf wrapped cobia, fried plantain, pickled onion 26
Desserts
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BROWNIE SUNDAE
mexican chocolate sauce, nuts, vanilla ice cream 10.25
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PAN DULCE
seasonal bread home made every day, hot atole 7.25
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WARM GUAVA EMPANADA
seasonal sorbet 8.75
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CHURROS TIJUANA
chocolate sauce, sweet crema 8.50
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SORBET TRIO
seasonal sorbets 8.25
single scoop $3.50
Gluten Free
Gluten Free Available
Vegetarian
Vegan
Can be made vegan
Contains nuts
Please advise us of any food allergies; not all ingredients are listed. Thoroughly cooking food of animal origin such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, milk, poultry, or shellfish reduces the risk of foodborne illness.
Our Commitment to Sustainability
Socalo uses organic rice, beans, and corn tortillas; seasonal, local ingredients; as well as antibiotic/hormone-free meats and poultry. Socalo serves only sustainable seafood and is a member of James Beard Foundation's Smart Catch and Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch Program.
A 2% fee is added by the restaurant to all guest checks. This is not a gratuity or tip, and is not for services provided by employees or otherwise payable to the employees. Thank you for dining with us and supporting the restaurant.
Available Tuesday - Saturday for dine-in, takeout and delivery.
Cocktails
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MARGARITA DE LA CASA
altos plata, combier, lime 14
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PALOMA
altos plata, aperol, grapefruit, lime 14
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OAXACAN OLD FASHIONED
vida mezcal, oaxacan chocolate, xocolatl mole & grapefruit bitters 14
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CHINOLA MARGARITA
altos plata, passion fruit liqueur, fresh mint, lime, tajin 14
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DIEGO & I
vida mezcal, aperol, fresh citrus, mango guajillo shrub 14
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EL PICANTE
cazadores blanco, fresno chile, cilantro, lime, smoked tajin 14
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Socalozerac
rye whiskey, mezcal rinse, peychaud’s bitters 14
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Life’s a Pêche
wódka, peach liqueur, honey, orange juice 14
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Jamaica Gimlet
gin, lime, hibiscus coulis 14
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Cosmopolita
olmeca altos plata tequila, cointreau, cranberry, lime juice 14
BEERTAILS & BEER ON TAP
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Socalo Radler
dos equis lager, house grapefruit soda 8.50
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Michelada
dos equis lager, tomato citrus mix, clam juice, tajin rim 9.50
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La Surfa
Baja Brewing Co. Lager Los Cabos, Mx 8.25
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Cabotella
Baja Brewing Co. Blonde Ale Los Cabos, Mx 8.25
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Citrus Witbier
Santa Monica Brew Works Witbier Santa Monica, CA 8.25
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Escorpión
Baja Brewing Co. Negro Ale Los Cabos, Mx 8
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Juan Cordero
Cervecería Insurgente Pale Ale Tijuana, Mx 8.25
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Sabre-Toothed Squirrel
Smog City Brewing Co. Hoppy Amber Ale Torrance, CA 8.25
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Por Favor IPA
Baja Brewing Co. IPA Los Cabos, Mx 8.25
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Mexi Hazy
Cervecería Wendlandt Hazy IPA Ensenada, Mx 9
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Paraiso Guava
Cerveza Loba Gose Guadalajara, Mx 9
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Jamaica
Golden State Cider Cider Sebastopol, CA 8.25
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Dos Equis
Lager Monterrey, Mx 7.25
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Bitburger Drive
non-alcoholic beer (bottle) 7.25
Brunch Drinks
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Bloody Mary
vodka, housemade bloody mary mix, tajin rim 8
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Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice
7
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Mimosa
classico or passion fruit 8 glass/30 carafe
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Fresh Squeezed Grapefruit Juice
7
Wine Cocktails
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Mimosa
classico or passion fruit 10
WHITE WINES
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Casa Magoni Manaz Viognier '20
Valle de Guadalupe, Baja 11/40
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L.A. Cetto Chardonnay '17
Valle de Guadalupe, Baja 12/44
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Viresa Lagrimas Verdejo '20
San Vicente, Baja 15/58
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Bodega Henri Lurton Sauvignon Blanc '19
Valle de Guadalupe, Baja 15/58
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Vines Lechuza CHARDONNAY SAUVIGNON BLANC BLEND '19
Valle de Guadalupe, Baja 17/68
ROSÉ WINES
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Vinas de la Erre Rosé NV
Valle de Guadalupe, Baja 14.50/54
SPARKLING WINE
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L.A. Cetto Brut NV
Valle de Guadalupe, Baja 12.50/46
RED WINES
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Casa Ariza Cabernet Sauvignon '16
Valle de San Vicente, Baja 16/60
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Bruma Plan B Tinto Red Blend '19
Valle de Guadalupe, Baja 15/56
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Vinos de la Reina Sangiovese '19
Valle de Guadalupe, Baja 15/58
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Nativo Syrah '17
Valle de Guadalupe, Baja 16/60
DRINKS
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Daily Agua Fresca
5.50
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GT’s Kombucha: Synergy Trilogy
6.25
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Mexican Coke
4.75
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Fountain Soda
3.75
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Topo Chico Mineral Water
4.50
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Iced Black or Green Tea
4.50
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Hot Tea
4
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DRIP COFFEE
4
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Iced Coffee
3.50
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Espresso
3.25
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Latte
4
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Cappuccino
4
Available Tuesday 11:30am to 8:30pm. Dine-in only.
TACOS
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LOBSTER Taco
jalapeño, oaxacan cheese, spicy aioli, chile tajin, crispy corn tortilla 8
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SHRIMP TACO
cucumber, tomato, jalapeño, lettuce, onion, lime, aji chile aioli 4.25
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BAJA FISH TACO
beer battered sustainable fish, cabbage slaw, salsa fresca, lime crema 4.25
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CARNITAS TACO
slow roasted pork shoulder, cabbage, onion, cilantro, salsa taquera 4.25
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PORK BELLY AL PASTOR TACO
sweet and tangy chile sauce, pineapple salsita, mexican crema 4.25
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LAMB BIRRIA TACO
slow roasted lamb, tomatillo mint salsita 4.25
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MACHACA TACO
shredded beef brisket, cotija, chile verde, cabbage slaw 4.50
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CHICKEN TACO DORADO
crispy corn tortilla, guacamole, potato rajas, fresca and quemada salsas, mexican cheeses 4
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JACKFRUIT TINGA TACO
roasted poblano, avocado tomatillo salsa, blue corn tortilla, crispy jalapeño 4
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SOCAL DOBLADITA
folded blue corn tortilla, mexican cheese, kale, roasted corn, market veggies, chipotle aioli 4
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IMPOSSIBLE PICADILLO TACO
crispy taco shell, potato, carrots, peppers, peas, jalapeño, tomato, lettuce, crema 4.25
MUNCHIES
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BAJA CEVICHE TOSTADITA
sustainable fish, lime, avocado, jalapeño aioli 7.50
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AGUACHILE
passion fruit, mango, jicama, jalapeño, onion, cilantro, avocado, tajin 5
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PATO’S SPINACH QUESO DIP
smoky manchego cheese, cream, salsa fresca, jalapeño, cilantro, corn tortilla chips 7.50
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BAKED NACHOS
oaxacan cheese, guacamole, refried beans, salsa fresca, vegetable escabeche, crema 8.50
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STEAK MULITA
pickled chiles, avocado tomatillo 5
Vegetarian
Vegan
Can be made vegan
Gluten Free
Gluten Free Available
Contains nuts
Please advise us of any food allergies; not all ingredients are listed. Thoroughly cooking food of animal origin such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, milk, poultry, or shellfish reduces the risk of foodborne illness.
Our Commitment to Sustainability
Socalo uses organic rice, beans, and corn tortillas; seasonal, local ingredients; as well as antibiotic/hormone-free meats and poultry. Socalo serves only sustainable seafood and is a member of James Beard Foundation's Smart Catch and Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch Program.
A 2% fee is added by the restaurant to all guest checks. This is not a gratuity or tip, and is not for services provided by employees or otherwise payable to the employees. Thank you for dining with us and supporting the restaurant.
COCKTAILS
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MARGARITA DE LA CASA
tequila blanco, combier, lime 8
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EL PICANTE
tequila blanco, fresno chile, cilantro, lime, smoked tajin 8
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CHINOLA MARGARITA
tequila blanco, passionfruit liqueur, fresh mint, lime, tajin 8
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OAXACAN OLD FASHIONED
unión uno mezcal, oaxacan chocolate, xocolatl mole & grapefruit bitters 8
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Life’s a Pêche
wódka, peach liqueur, honey, orange juice 8
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Jamaica Gimlet
gin, lime, hibiscus coulis 8
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Socalozerac
rye whiskey, mezcal rinse, peychaud’s bitters 8
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Michelada
dos equis lager, tomato citrus mix, clam juice, tajin rim 7
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WELL DRINKS
8
BEER
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Cerveza del Dia
5
WINES
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Passion Fruit Mimosa
$8
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Casa Magoni Manaz Viognier
$8
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L.A. CETTO CABERNET SAUVIGNON
$10
Available Wednesday - Friday 3pm to 6pm, Saturday 3pm to 5pm. Dine-in only.
COCKTAILS
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MARGARITA DE LA CASA
tequila blanco, combier, lime 8
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EL PICANTE
tequila blanco, fresno chile, cilantro, lime, smoked tajin 8
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CHINOLA MARGARITA
tequila blanco, passionfruit liqueur, fresh mint, lime, tajin 8
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OAXACAN OLD FASHIONED
unión uno mezcal, oaxacan chocolate, xocolatl mole & grapefruit bitters 8
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Life’s a Pêche
wódka, peach liqueur, honey, orange juice 8
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Jamaica Gimlet
gin, lime, hibiscus coulis 8
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Michelada
dos equis lager, tomato citrus mix, clam juice, tajin rim 7
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WELL DRINKS
8
BEER
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Cerveza del Dia
5
WINES
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Passion Fruit Mimosa
8
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Casa Magoni Manaz Viognier
8
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L.A. Cetto CABERNET SAUVIGNON
$10
TACOS & MUNCHIES
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SHRIMP TACO
cucumber, tomato, jalapeño, lettuce, onion, lime, aji chile aioli 5
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CARNITAS TACO
slow roasted pork shoulder, cabbage, onion, cilantro, salsa taquera 4.25
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MACHACA TACO
shredded beef brisket, cotija, chile verde, cabbage slaw 4.50
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LAMB BIRRIA TACO
folded corn tortilla tijuana-style, slow braised lamb shoulder, melted mexican cheeses, onion, cilantro, avocado tomatillo 5
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CHICKEN TACO DORADO
crispy corn tortilla, guacamole, potato rajas, fresca and quemada salsas, mexican cheeses 5
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IMPOSSIBLE PICADILLO TACO
crispy taco shell, potato, carrots, peppers, peas, jalapeño, tomato, lettuce, crema 4.25
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JACKFRUIT TINGA TACO
roasted poblano, avocado tomatillo salsa, blue corn tortilla, crispy jalapeño 5
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SOCAL DOBLADITA
folded blue corn tortilla, mexican cheese, kale, roasted corn, market veggies, chipotle aioli 5
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BAJA CEVICHE TOSTADITA
sustainable fish, lime, avocado, jalapeño aioli 7.50
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AGUACHILE
passion fruit, mango, jicama, jalapeño, onion, cilantro, avocado, tajin 5
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PATO’S SPINACH QUESO DIP
smoky manchego cheese, cream, salsa fresca, jalapeño, cilantro, corn tortilla chips 7.50
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STEAK MULITA
mexican cheese, pickled chiles, avocado tomatillo 5
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BAKED NACHOS
oaxacan cheese, guacamole, refried beans, salsa fresca, vegetable escabeche, crema 8.50
chicken $4
steak $5
shrimp $6
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POBLANO QUESADILLA
mexican cheeses, salsa fresca, crema, quemada salsa, flour tortilla 8.50
chicken $4
steak $5
shrimp $6
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SALSA FLIGHT & CHIPS
macha, quemada, and diablo salsas 5
Vegetarian
Vegan
Can be made vegan
Gluten Free Available
Contains nuts
Please advise us of any food allergies; not all ingredients are listed. Thoroughly cooking food of animal origin such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, milk, poultry, or shellfish reduces the risk of foodborne illness.
Our Commitment to Sustainability
Socalo uses organic rice, beans, and corn tortillas; seasonal, local ingredients; as well as antibiotic/hormone-free meats and poultry. Socalo serves only sustainable seafood and is a member of James Beard Foundation's Smart Catch and Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch Program.
A 2% fee is added by the restaurant to all guest checks. This is not a gratuity or tip, and is not for services provided by employees or otherwise payable to the employees. Thank you for dining with us and supporting the restaurant.
Available Saturday 9:30am - 3pm for dine-in, takeout and delivery.
Socalo is walk-in counter service for lunch and weekend brunch until 4pm. No reservations are needed, nor taken, for walk-in counter service.
Brunch Plates
available 9:30am to 3pm add impossible chorizo $4, steak $5, bacon $3-
El Mañanero Burrito
scrambled eggs, refried beans, oaxacan cheese, guacamole, potato chips, served with fruit salad 11
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Dogtown Breakfast Plate
eggs your way, slow cooked tomato, spinach, smashed fingerling potato, toast 13
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Market Vegetable Chilaquiles
red or green sauce, farmers market vegetables, scrambled eggs, corn tortillas, tomato salsa, crema, queso fresco 11
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BREAKFAST QUESADILLA
scrambled egg, oaxacan cheese, crispy potatoes, arbol salsa, served with fruit salad. choice of:
Impossible picadillo $15
steak $15
bacon $14.50
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Huevos Rancheros
roasted poblano tomato salsa, baked egg, red beans, avocado, queso fresco, toast 12.50
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MACHACA HASH
shredded brisket, socalo potatoes, roasted peppers, slow cooked egg, chimichurri, corn tortillas 17.50
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FRENCH TOAST
pain de mie, berry compote, whipped cream, piloncillo syrup 15
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BREAKFAST SANDWICH
avocado, applewood smoked bacon, scrambled egg, griddled mexican cheeses, chipotle aioli 14
LUNCH SPECIALS | 9.95
add to any special: lemonade, fountain drink, or iced tea 2 | rice & beans, chips & salsas, or calabacitas 2.50 | side salad or cup of soup 5.50Two Tacos | 9.95
organic corn tortillas (flour tortillas or lettuce cups on request), add a third taco $2.50-
JACKFRUIT TINGA TACOS
roasted poblano, avocado tomatillo salsa, crispy jalapeño, blue corn tortilla
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CARNE ASADA TACOS
grilled hanger steak, guacamole, fresca and quemada salsas
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CHICKEN DORADOS TACOS
crispy corn tortilla, mexican cheeses, potato rajas, guacamole, fresca and quemada salsas
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LAMB BIRRIA TACOS
folded corn tortilla tijuana-style, slow braised lamb shoulder, melted mexican cheeses, onion, cilantro, avocado tomatillo salsa
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CARNITAS TACOS
slow roasted pork, cabbage, onion, cilantro, salsa taquera
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SHRIMP TACOS
cucumber, tomato, jalapeño, onion, aji chile aioli
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STEAK & SHRIMP VAMPIRO TACOS +$2
griddled cheese, blue corn tortilla, salsa macha
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PESCADO A LA PLANCHA +$2
seared sustainable fish, jalapeño mint aioli, cucumber mango slaw, avocado
BOWLS & QUESADILLAS | 9.95
choice of: jackfruit tinga, chicken, carnitas, or grilled steak. sub Impossible picadillo or shrimp add $2-
TACO BOWL
organic rice and red beans, guacamole, sour cream, salsa fresca, corn relish, salsa quemada, corn tortillas
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BURRITO BOWL
refried beans, mexican cheeses, salsa fresca, cabbage slaw, salsa quemada, flour tortilla
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SALAD BOWL
mixed greens, cucumber, guacamole, red rice, salsa fresca, bbq potato chips
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QUESADILLA
mexican cheeses, salsa fresca, crema, quemada salsa, flour tortilla
Ceviche | 9.95
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BAJA CEVICHE TOSTADA
sustainable fish, avocado, lime, jalapeño aioli
Salads & Sandwiches
add to any salad: chicken $4, steak $5, shrimp $6, fish of the day $8-
MEXICANA CHOPPED KALE
quinoa, chickpeas, avocado, spiced almonds & pepitas, pomegranate seeds, red wine agave vinaigrette 11.50
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BABY GEM TJ CAESAR
roasted tomato, creamy garlic dressing, queso enchilado, pickled chile, croutons 11.50
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CHICKEN MILANESA SPRING SALAD
crispy seeded chicken breast, watercress, sugar snap peas, green beans, radish, garlic mojo, lemon vinaigrette 14
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CHICKEN AVOCADO BLT SANDWICH
applewood smoked bacon, griddled cheese, pickled güeros chiles, chipotle aioli, country bread choice of: bbq potato chips or side salad 14
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CRISPY PORTOBELLO SANDWICH
arugula, tomato, griddled cheese, gremolata, pain di mie bun 13
choice of: bbq potato chips or side salad
Large Plates
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SANTA MONICA STREET BOWL
farmers market vegetables, crunchy quinoa, roasted corn, farro salad, cherry tomato, salsa verde 17
add jackfruit tinga $2
add chicken $4
add carnitas $4
add steak $5
add fish of the day $8
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SOCALO BURRITO
refried beans, griddled cheese, mexican coleslaw, avocado salsa, potato chips, served with green salad, choice of:
jackfruit tinga $13.25
chicken $14.50
carnitas $14.50
grilled steak $15.50
Impossible picadillo $15.50
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HOT SKILLET SALTADO
roasted peppers and onions, fingerling potatoes, gucamole, soy aji amarillo sauce, cilantro radish salad, organic tortillas 17
add jackfruit tinga $2
add chicken $4
add carnitas $4
add steak $5
add shrimp $6
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CHICKEN POBLANO ENCHILADAS
organic free-range chicken, mexican cheeses, grilled corn, cremini mushrooms, handmade corn tortilla, poblano crema 22
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SHORT RIB ENCHILADAS
roasted corn, caramelized onions, celery root, watercress 23
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ENCHILADA DUO
chicken poblano and short rib enchiladas 25
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GRILLED STEAK ARRACHERA
garlicky citrus hanger steak, heirloom tomatoes, griddled cheese, refried beans, charred onion, chimichurri, calabacitas, organic corn tortillas 26
SMALL PLATES
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GUACAMOLE & CHIPS
macha and quemada salsas 14.50
half order $9.50
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CHIPS & SALSAS
macha and quemada salsas 5
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CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
queso fresco, crema 5.50 cup
bowl $9
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SMOKY ROASTED CAULIFLOWER
chipotle garlic mojo, cotija cheese 8
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CHILITOS RELLENOS
tempura shishito peppers stuffed with mexican cheeses, serrano and roja salsas 7
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BRUSSELS SPROUTS & POTATOES
fingerling potato, jalapeño bacon jam, chimichurri 9
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CORN ESQUITE
chipotle aioli, socalo spice mix, lime, cotija cheese 7
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CRISPY BAJA SHRIMP
spicy aioli, tajin, lime, peanuts 13.75
Desserts
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WARM BROWNIE SUNDAE
mexican chocolate sauce, nuts, vanilla ice cream 10.25
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VANILLA FLAN
berries, cinnamon buñuelo 10
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WARM GUAVA EMPANADA
seasonal sorbet 8.75
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CHURRO BITES
chocolate sauce, sweet crema 8.50
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SORBET TRIO
seasonal sorbets 8.25
single scoop $3.50
Gluten Free
Gluten Free Available
Vegetarian
Vegan
Can be made vegan
Contains nuts
Please advise us of any food allergies; not all ingredients are listed. Thoroughly cooking food of animal origin such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, milk, poultry, or shellfish reduces the risk of foodborne illness.
Our Commitment to Sustainability
Socalo uses organic rice, beans, and corn tortillas; seasonal, local ingredients; as well as antibiotic/hormone-free meats and poultry. Socalo serves only sustainable seafood and is a member of James Beard Foundation's Smart Catch and Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch Program.
A 2% fee is added by the restaurant to all guest checks. This is not a gratuity or tip, and is not for services provided by employees or otherwise payable to the employees. Thank you for dining with us and supporting the restaurant.
Available Tuesday – Saturday from 1pm to 7pm for curbside pickup.
Pre-order online here or call the restaurant 310.451.1655 for same day orders.
Starters and Sides
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Tortilla Chips
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Guacamole
jalapeño, fresh lime, red onion, cilantro
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Salsa Macha
our signature nutty and spicy salsa for chips, tacos, quesadillas, roasted veggies, eggs, chicken, steak – well, almost anything!
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Salsa Quemada
charred tomato and tomatillo salsa for chips and grilled meats
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Salsa Diabla
some like it hot! our spicy, tongue-tingling habanero salsa is perfect for chips, tacos and so much more.
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Salsa Verde
herbaceous green sauce for serving with grilled fish or roasted vegetables
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Organic Red Rice
pint - cilantro & lime
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Organic Red Beans
pint - cotija cheese
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Smoky Roasted Cauliflower
quart - chipotle garlic mojo, cotija cheese
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Corn Esquite
pint - chipotle aioli, socalo spice mix, lime, cotija cheese
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Organic Tortillas
dozen - corn tortillas handmade from Kernel of Truth organic, non-GMO masa
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Baby Gem TJ Caesar
serves 2 to 4 people as a side. roasted tomato, creamy garlic dressing, queso enchilada, pickled chile
Gluten Free
Gluten Free Available
Vegetarian
Vegan
Can be made vegan
Contains nuts
Please advise us of any food allergies; not all ingredients are listed. Thoroughly cooking food of animal origin such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, milk, poultry, or shellfish reduces the risk of foodborne illness. A 2% charge is added by the restaurant to all checks to help offer healthcare benefits to our employees.
Family Meals
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Quesadilla Kit
buttered flour tortillas, mexican cheeses, and roasted poblanos, crema, guacamole and salsa fresca
optional: add steak or chicken
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Lamb Birria
slow braised lamb shoulder and its broth, organic tortillas, onion, and mint salsita
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Taco Kit
Includes: carne asada, citrus chicken, and jackfruit tinga tacos plus the following: Organic Corn Tortillas, Organic Red Rice & Beans, Guacamole, Chips, Salsas (macha, quemada, fresca), Toppings (shredded lettuce, mexican cheese, crema).
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Vegetarian Taco Kit
Includes: Impossible chorizo, roasted veggie & jackfruit tinga tacos plus the following: Organic Corn Tortillas, Red Rice & Beans, Guacamole, Chips, Salsas (macha, quemada, fresca), Toppings (shredded lettuce, mexican cheese, crema). Can be made vegan.
Desserts
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Guava Cheese Empanada
baked or bake at home
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Deep Chocolate Border Brownie
with walnuts