Esmeralda Grill Menu
Esmeralda Grill, a Mexican restaurant located in Cary, NC, offers a variety of dishes with generous portions and authentic flavors. Customers rave about the great taste, fast service, and reasonable prices. The menu includes traditional Mexican favorites like molcajete and Pollo A La Plancha, as well as unique options like Camarones en Crema de Chipotle. Diners appreciate the casual and family-friendly ambiance, as well as the outdoor seating and dog-friendly policy. The restaurant also provides takeout, delivery, and catering services, making it a convenient choice for any occasion. With positive reviews from satisfied customers praising the quality of the food and service, Esmeralda Grill is a must-visit destination for Mexican cuisine enthusiasts.
Tortas
Torta Asada
Grilled Steak
Torta Pollo
Chicken
Torta Al Pastor
Marinated Pork
Milanesa
Breaded Beef or Breaded Chicken
Jamon Y Queso Blanco
Ham and White Cheese
Chorizo Con Jamon
Ham and Mexican Sausage
Salchicha Y Jamon
Ham and Hot Dog Sausage
Cubana
Ham, Hot Dog, Pork, Egg,
Taco Asada
Grilled Steak
Taco Pollo
Chicken
Taco Al Pastor
Marinated Pork
Carnitas
Pork
Cachete
Cheek
Buche
Pork Stomach
Barbacoa
Braised Beef
Taco Chorizo
Mexican Sausage
Tripa
Beef Tripe
Lengua
Beef Tongue
Camaron
Shrimp
Pescado
Fish
Taco Platter
Three Tacos Served with Rice and Beans. Topped with Onions and Cilantro.
Tacos
Appetizers
Quesadillas
Flour Tortillas with Cheese, Grilled Onions, and Peppers. Served with Salsa, Guacamole, and Sour Cream. Add chicken for an additional charge.
Chicken Nachos
Crispy Tortilla Chips Covered with Melted Cheese, Sour Cream, Jalapeños, Salsa, Guacamole, and Onions.
Cheese Dip
Melted Monterey Jack Cheese, Cheddar Cheese, and White Cheddar Cheese. Served with Nacho Chips. Add choriqueso for an additional charge.
Fresh Guacamole
Fresh Avocado, Onions, Tomatoes, Serrano Peppers, Cilantro, Fresh Lime Juice. Served with Tortilla Chips and Pico de Gallo
Choriqueso
Spicy chorizo blended with melted cheese, perfect for dipping.
Tostadas
Three Fried Tortillas Topped with Chicken Picadillo, Lettuce, Onions, Tomatoes, Avocado, Crema, Cheese, and Jalapeños.
Taquitos
Five Deep-Fried Rolled Tacos Filled with Chicken Picadillo. Topped with Lettuce, Tomatoes, Onions, Cheese, Crema, Avocado, and Jalapeños.
Empanadas
Three Corn Tortillas Filled with Your Choice of Chicken Picadillo, Cheese, Bean and Choice of Meat. Topped with Lettuce, Tomatoes, Crema, Mayonnaise, Onions, Cheese, Jalapeños, and Avocado.
Chimichangas
Filling with Chicken or Beef Topped with Lettuce, Pico de Gallo and Crema
Enchiladas
Four Chicken Picadillo Enchiladas with Your Choice of Red Mole or Green Sauce. Served with Onions, Crema, and Cheese.
Huaraches
Two Thick Handmade Tortillas Stuffed with Refried Beans and Cheese Then Topped with Your Choice of Meat. Served with Lettuce, Tomatoes, Onions, Jalapeños, Crema, Cheese and Avocado. Add choice of lengua or tripa extra for an additional charge.
Sopes
Three Thick Fried Tortillas Topped with Your Choice of Meat. Served with Lettuce, Sliced Tomato, Onions, Crema, Avocado, Jalapeños, and Cheese.
Antojitos
Salads
Mexican Salad
Mixed Greens and Iceberg Lettuce with our Lemon Dressing. Topped with Grilled Chicken, Tomato Slices, Black Bean and Grilled Corn. Garnished with Avocado, Crispy Tortilla Chips and Queso Fresco.
Fajita Salad
Romaine Lettuce and Mixed Greens Tossed in our Creamy Dressing. Topped with Grilled Peppers, Grilled Onions, Tomato, Grilled Corn, and Queso Fresco. Add chicken, beef, shrimp for an additional charge.
Burrito Asada
Grilled Steak
Burrito Pollo
Chicken
Burrito Al Pastor
Marinated Pork
Burrito Buche
Pork Stomach
Burrito Barbacoa
Braised Beef
Burrito Chorizo
Mexican Sausage
Chorizo Con Huevo
Mexicon Sausage and Egg
Jamon Con Huevo
Ham and Eggs
Burritos
Platillos
Pollo Rostizado / Roasted Chicken
Served with Salad, Rice and Bean. Add half chicken for an additional charge.
Carne Asada / Grilled Steak
Served with Salad, Rice and Bean, Guacamole, Sour Cream, Lettuce and Pico de Gallo.. Add shrimp for an additional charge.
El Trio Perfecto / The Perfect Trio
Grilled Steak, Chicken Breast, and Marinated Pork. Served with Rice, Beans, Lettuce, Sour Cream, Pico de Gallo, and Guacamole.
Molcajete
Grilled Steak, Chicken, Pork, Shrimp, Cactus, Hot Sauce, Grilled Cheese, Lettuce, Guacamole, Salsa, and Sour Cream.
Barbacoa
Beef or Goat Slowly Cooked in a Special Red Sauce. Served with Rice. Add beef for an additional charge.
Mole De Pollo
Fresh All-Natural Chicken Slowly Cooked in our Special Red Mole. Served with Rice and Beans.
Carne Enchilada
Grilled Marinated Pork with Dried Peppers and Herbs. Served with Rice, Beans, Lettuce, Guacamole, Sour Cream, and Pico de Gallo.
Pollo A La Plancha
Marinated Grilled Chicken Served with Rice, Beans, Lettuce, Guacamole, Pico de Gallo, and Sour Cream.
Alambre
Bell Peppers, Onions, Chorizo, Bacon and Melted Cheese. Served with Rice and Bean.
Fresh Grilled Tilapia
Served with Rice, Beans, and Side Salad (Lettuce, Pico de Gallo, Sour Cream, and Guacamole and Tortillas).
Camarones A La Diabla
Sautéed Shrimp Tossed in a Very Spicy Chili Hot Sauce. Served with Rice, Beans, and Side Salad (Lettuce, Pico de Gallo, and Sour Cream).
Aguachile
Fresh Butterfly Shrimp Cooked in Lime Juice, Cucumbers, Onions, Cilantro, Salt, Pepper, and Serrano Peppers. Served in a Molcajete Bowl with a Side of Salted Crackers.
Breaded Tilapia Filet
Served with French Fries and Salad.
Mojarra Frita
Fresh Fried Whole Tilapia Served with Rice, Beans, Lettuce, Pico de Gallo, Sour Cream, Guacamole and Homemade Tortillas.
Camarones En Crema De Chipotle
Sautéed Shrimp with Chipotle Sauce and Cream. Served with Rice and Bean and Homemade Tortilla.
Tostadas De Camaron
Three Fried Tortillas Topped with Chopped Shrimp Marinated in Lime Juice, Tomatoes, Onions, Serrano Peppers, Lettuce, Avocado, and Cilantro.
Pescado A La Talla
Whole Tilapia Charbroiled with Rice, Bean and Salad (lettuce, tomato, onion, avocado and radish).
Cocktail De Camarones
Boiled shrimp served with a blend of tomato sauce, onions, cilantro, and avocado, typically mixed with a tangy cocktail sauce.
Seafood
Fajitas
Chicken
Grilled Chicken Breast Marinated in Special Red Sauce.
Steak
Marinated Steak.
Shrimp
Grilled shrimp served with sautéed onions and bell peppers, typically includes tortillas and a blend of traditional Mexican seasonings.
Tejanas
Shrimp, Steak, and Chicken. Served with Lettuce, Guacamole, Sauce, and Sour Cream.
Veggie
Bell Peppers, Tomatoes, Nopal Cactus, Grilled Zucchini, Cilantro, and Handmade Tortillas.
Siete () Mares
Seafood Soup
Caldo De Camarones
Shrimp Soup
Caldo De Res
Beef Soup
Caldo De Pollo
Chicken Soup
Caldo Mojarra Con Camaron
A broth combining whole tilapia and shrimp, typically simmered with a mix of vegetables.
Mares Con Mojarra
Seafood soup featuring a blend of seven types of seafood, including mojarra (tilapia), typically accompanied by a savory broth.
Sopas
Sides
French Fries
Crispy golden strips of deliciousness served hot and seasoned to perfection.
Rice
Flavorful rice dish prepared to perfection, showcasing an ideal complement for any meal.
Guacamole
Fresh, creamy avocado dip, seasoned with lime and cilantro. Perfect for sharing.
Refried Beans
Creamy, mashed beans, lightly seasoned and cooked till perfection.
Tortillas (Three)
Three tortillas, available in either corn or flour, freshly prepared to accompany any dish.
Cheese Dip
Melted monterey jack cheese, cheddar cheese, and white cheddar cheese..
Side Chips
Crispy, golden side order of seasoned chips, perfect for dipping.
Churros
Crispy, sugar-coated Spanish dough sticks, perfect for dipping.
Desserts
Kids Menu
Chicken Fingers
Served with French Fries
Chicken Quesadilla
Served with Rice and Beans
Cheese Quesadilla
Served with Rice and Beans
Taco Platter JR
Two Small Tacos with Choice of Beef or Chicken. Served with Rice and Beans.
JR Burrito
Small Flour Tortilla with Beef or Chicken
Combos
Your Choice of Two Selections Below. All Combos Come with a Side of Mexican Rice and Black Refried Beans.
Combos
Beverages
Fountain Sodas
Choice of Cola, Diet Cola, or Lemon-Lime soda.
Jarritos Mexican Sodas
A selection of fruit-flavored sodas sweetened with real sugar, available in various flavors. Please specify your preferred flavor.
Aguas Frescas
Refreshing fruit-infused beverage made with natural ingredients.
