El Centro Menu
Located in Washington, DC, El Centro is a vibrant Mexican eatery with a diverse menu and lively atmosphere. The restaurant offers a variety of options, including traditional dishes like guacamole, queso fundido, and taco trios. Customers rave about the fresh and flavorful guacamole, along with dishes like chicken enchiladas and pork shank carnitas.
El Centro caters to a wide range of dietary preferences, with vegan and vegetarian options available. The establishment's commitment to accessibility is evident through features like wheelchair accessibility and ADA-compliant facilities. Additionally, the restaurant provides a range of amenities, including outdoor seating, free Wi-Fi, and a full bar.
Overall, El Centro offers a fun and inviting space to enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine and is a must-visit for those seeking a festive dining experience in the heart of DC.
Guacamole & Queso
Traditional Tableside
avocado, tomato, onion, cilantro, lime, chili serrano
Pork Belly**
traditional guacamole, pickled chili, salsa verde cruda, chips
Corn Esquites
grilled corn, queso fresco, tajín chipotle mayo
Queso Fundido**
melted oaxaca & chihuahua cheese, chili morita salsa, flour tortillas
El Centro Chile con Queso**
pico de gallo, pickled chili, bacon
Tuna Ceviche**
lychee citrus broth, cilantro, mango, cucumber, onion, avocado
Cantina Nachos
requeson cheese sauce, cotija, guacamole, crema fresca, beans pico de gallo, jalapeño
Quesadillas**
melted mexican cheese, pico de gallo, chipotle mayo cilantro, crema fresca
Crispy Calamari**
jalapeño tartar, chipotle mayo, habanero salsa, tajín
For the Table
Soup & Salad
Chicken Tortilla Soup
crema fresca, cheese, avocado, tortilla strips
Chipotle BBQ Salad
grilled chicken, panela, black beans, jicama, roasted corn avocado, tomato, tortilla strips, cilantro-ranch
Mexican Caesar Salad**
adobo grilled chicken, black beans, cherry tomato, avocado roasted corn, jicama, croutons, smoky caesar dressing
Hanger Steak*
mexican cheese blend, onion, cilantro, chile de árbol salsa
Chicken Tinga
crema fresca, lettuce, pico de gallo
Crispy Shrimp**
chipotle slaw, pickled chili, pineapple
Al Pastor
adobo pork, grilled pineapple, onion, cilantro, salsa verde
Crispy Baja Fish**
poblano tartar, cabbage slaw, pico de gallo salsa verde cruda
Mix & Match
choose any three street tacos
Street Tacos
Chef's Specials
Pork Shank Carnitas
salsa trio, refried beans, mexican rice, corn tortillas
Diablo Shrimp
charred citrus shrimp marinade, chipotle tomato sauce sweet plantain, mexican rice, charred lemon
Carne Asada*
hanger steak, poblano rajas, cheese enchilada crema fresca, charred salsa
Salmon Adobado* **
grilled broccolini, salsa criolla, corn pico de gallo charred lemon
Seafood Chile Relleno
crab, shrimp, roasted poblano, melted cheese, crema fresca black bean purée, mexican rice, chile de árbol sauce
Del Campo Mexican Burger**
veggie burger, melted cheese, fajita pepper, chimichurri chipotle mayo, pretzel bun, fries
Chicken Enchiladas**
tomatillo sauce, oaxaca cheese, crema, lettuce, onion
Cheese Enchiladas**
melted cheese, crema fresca, lettuce, tomatillo sauce
Achiote Hanger Steak Fajitas* **
guacamole, crema fresca, pico de gallo, flour tortillas
Adobo Chicken Fajitas**
guacamole, crema fresca, bell pepper, onion pico de gallo, flour tortillas
Shrimp Fajitas**
guacamole, crema fresca, bell pepper, onion pico de gallo, flour tortillas
Mix & Match Fajitas**
choose two
Fajitas, Enchiladas y Burritos
Sides
Mexican Rice & Beans
Sweet Plantains
crema
Churros**
cinnamon, sugar, cajeta, chocolate sauce
Corn Cheesecake
agave berry salsa, tajín sorbet, whipped cream
