El Mictlan Restaurant Menu
Welcome to El Mictlan Restaurant, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of South Philadelphia. This charming eatery specializes in authentic Mexican cuisine, bringing the vibrant flavors of Guerrero right to your plate. With an enticing menu, highlights include the Quesadilla Cheesesteak, a delectable fusion served with fries, and the Pescadillas, featuring crispy fish tacos topped with fresh ingredients that burst with flavor.
Don't miss their Pozole Verde, a traditional soup available only on Thursdays, or the mouthwatering Parrillada Mexicana, showcasing grilled meats and vibrant sides. Diners rave about the Guacamole and the creative Mole Colorado, which are perfect for sharing. Guests consistently praise the warm ambiance and attentive service, making El Mictlan not just a meal, but an experience. Whether you’re indulging in family-style dishes or savoring unique appetizers, a visit here promises an authentic taste of Mexico that will linger in your memory.
ANTOJITOS MEXICANOS
Guacamole
Mush raw avocado mixed with Serrano tatemado (charred Serrano,) onion, cilantro and Chile ancho powder. It comes with tortilla chips
Elote
Grilled corn on the cob slathered in chipotle mayo, sprinkle with cotija cheese and Chile power
Quesabirria Tacos
Fully braised birria meat and melted mozzarella cheese, wrapped in a crispy pan-seared tortilla, cilantro and onion, and deeped in birria consomé.
Pescadillas
Three crispy fish tacos topped with cabbage, sour cream, queso fresco, pico de gallo, radish and cilantro
PICADITAS
Two thick corn tortillas with pinched sides, topped with refried beans, queso Oaxaca, cabbage, radish, red onion, cilantro and any protein: beef, chicken, al pastor, chorizo.
Enchiladas de Mole
Tortilla stuffed with chicken, and smothered in a traditional homemade Mole colorado from Guerrero Mexico, topped with sour cream, queso fresco, toasted sesame seeds, lettuce, red onion and avocado.
Quesadilla
Cheesesteak quesadilla with jalapeños, scallions and Bistec. Served with fries. Also you can add chicken or Chorizo
Burrito
Flour tortilla, white rice, refried beens, Mix cheese, pico de gallo, guacamole, dry chiles cream and any protein of your choice. Bistec, chicken adobado, pastor or chorizo
Acapulco-style Ceviche
Classic Acapulco ceviche made of shrimp, pulpo and tuna, topped with avocado and salty crackers.
Chalupitas
Three fried masa tortillas shaped like a boat and filled with a savory mixture of potatoes and chipotle, topped with cream, queso fresco, red onion and cilantro
Guerrero Style Tamal
Banana leaf-wrapped chicken in red sauce tamal, topped with crema, queso fresco, radish, cilantro, cabbage and onion
Bistec tacos
Grilled seasoned beef meat, over a crispy and grilled mozzarella cheese tortilla, topped with caramelized jalapeños and onion, avocado and cilantro
Chicken tacos
Marinated chicken in pineapple adobo, pineapple-guajillo puree, fried shallots and cilantro
Shrimp Tacos
Tempura fried shrimp over esquite salad, topped with dry Chiles crema, radish and cilantro
Al Pastor Tacos
Marinated pork topped with onion, grilled pineapple, and radish
Tuna Tacos
Seared tuna over jicama-coleslaw salad, yuzu dressing, sriracha mayo, fried onions and cilantro
Cauliflower Tacos
Grilled cauliflower tossed with red onion, cilantro and avocado-tomatillo sauce, topped wit fried jalapeños, radish and cilantro
Lamb Barbacoa tacos
Slow-cooked lamb barbacoa, topped with onion, cilantro, radish and cilantro. Comes with barbacoa broth
Toñita Tacos
Carne enchilada (Chile marinated pork), guacamole, onion, pickled red cabbage and cilantro
Tacos (3 per order)
Appetizers
Burrata Cactus Salad
Classic Mexican Nopalito salad tossed with cumin dressing and charred scallions aioli, and topped with burrata cheese
Creamy Nopalito Soup
Cactus blended with sour cream, cream cheese, onion, garlic, cilantro, serrano, and chicken stock.
Camarones al Ajillo
Shrimp cooked with a generous amount of garlic, spiced with salt, pepper, lime juice and chile de arbol, topped with toasted sesame seeds, scallions, cilantro and chile ancho powder
Spicy Camohtli
Friend potatoes drizzled with spicy garlic oil, and topped with si sriracha mayo, scallions, toasted sesame seeds and Chile ancho powder
Bang Bang Fried Shrimp
Tempura fried shrimps over cooked cabbage and onions, topping with creamy, sweet and spicy bang bang sauce, scallions and ancho powder
Fried Calamari
Golden brown crust and tender calamari with hot honey ranch dip
Pulpo Zarandeado
Grilled octopus with peanut sauce, cherry tomatoes, sesame seeds, scallions, lime zest, cilantro and tortilla powder.
Parrillada Mexicana
Grilled NY steak, grilled pulpo zarandeado, potatoes zarandeadas, asparagus, chimichurri, green aioli and cilantro powder.
Mole colorado
Guerrero house-made mole colorado (red mole) over a cooked chicken breast and topped with toasted sesame seeds. Served with white rice, refried verbs and tortillas
Sopa de Mariscos
Spicy seafood soup, with Korean influences, made with mussels, clams, shrimps and calamari, topped with mushrooms, carrot, cabbage, scallions and rice noodles.
Guajillo Risotto
Grilled scallops over guajillo risotto, topped with crispy onions, scallions, Parmesan cheese and chile oil
Entrees
Desserts
Horchata Tres Leches
Traditional tres leches cake soaked in horchata mixture. Topped with whipped cream, almonds, cinnamon and a strawberry.
Xocolatl Cake
Chocolate cake, chocolate mouse, chocolate sauce and vanilla ice cream
Horchata
Fermented rice with cinnamon, sweetened with condensed milk, evaporated milk and vainilla
Jamaica
Hibiscus flower reducción served with iced
Margarita mix
Guava and tamarind
Mexican sodas
Mexican coca-cola Fanta Sprite
Jarrito Soda
Mexican jarrito soda: pineapple, lime and guava
Beverage
Sides
Garlic white rice
Refried beans
Esquite
Grilled corn mixed with chipotle mayo, cotija cheese, lime juice, chili powder and epazote
Pozole Verde, Blanco y Rojo
It’s a traditional soup or stew from Mexican cuisine. It’s made from hominy whit meat (typically chicken or pork), and can be seasoned with Serrano, chopped onion, radish, oregano and chili powder
Jueves Pozolero (pozole Thursday) Only Thursdays
Tostadas
Tuna Tostada
Crunchy tostadas shells topped with flavorful siriracha mayo, ahí tuna, scallions, avocado, fried onion and cilantro
Pulpo Enamorado Tostadas
Two Traditional Acapulco Guerrero tostadas made of pulpo, chipotle mayo, tomato, onion, Serrano, cilantro, avocado and radish.
Las Tortolitas Tostadas
Grilled NY steak, charro beans, sautéed onions, avocado-tomatillo sauce, picky red cabbage and cilantro