El Mercado Modern Cuisine Menu – Santa Ana, CA

Type : Mexican restaurant

Location : Santa Ana, CA

Modern Mexican Restaurant with Latin American influences. Full Craft Cocktail Bar, Rotating Craft Beers, Boutique Wine List. Happy Hour Tuesday-Friday from 5pm-7pm. Bottomless Mimosas for Saturday and Sunday Brunch from 10am-3pm. Late Night Happy Hour on Friday & Saturday Night from 10pm-closing. Healthy food, vegan options, rustic yet trendy setting. Live Entertainment on Friday-Saturdays from 7pm-10pm, and Sundays from 12pm-3pm. Taco Tuesday specials available as well as Taco Thursday specials.

Trendy restaurant serving modern Mexican cuisine & craft cocktails in a chic, relaxed space. Based on 245 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.3 stars. Price $$

✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ Delivery

El Mercado Modern Cuisine 92701

Address:
301 N Spurgeon St, Santa Ana, CA 92701

Phone: (714) 338-2446

Website:

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Hours

Thursday 5–10 PM
Friday 5 PM–12 AM
Saturday 11 AM–12 AM
Sunday 11 AM–9 PM
Monday

(Labor Day)
Closed
Tuesday 5–10 PM
Wednesday 5–10 PM

Menu

Burritos y Tortas
Breakfast Burrito
Egg, Potatoes, Cheese, Jocoque, Pickled Onions, Black Beans, Rice
$17.00
Dinner Appetizers
Dinner Potato Chips $3.75
Dinner Chips & Salsa
Homemade Glutten Free Chips and Salsa Quemada
$6.00
Dinner Chips & Guacamole
Pepitas, Tomatoes, Onions.
$16.00
Dinner Adobo Cauliflower
Cauliflower, Adobo, Sauteed Tomatoes & Red Onions, Crispy Tomatoes, Peruvian Style Saltado.
$19.00
Dinner Quesadilla
Blue Corn Tortilla, Huitlacoche, Oaxaca Cheese, Salsa Puya.
$16.00
Dinner Chicken Quesadilla
Chicken, Blue Corn Tortilla, Huitlacoche, Oaxaca Cheese, Salsa Puya.
$19.00
Dinner Brussels
Burnt Brussels, Parmesan Cheese, Mix Pickled Veggies, Xoconostle & Chile Ancho Reduction.
$17.00
12 Inch Quesadilla
Jack Cheese, Salsa Quemada, Avocado, Crema, Rice & Beans
$10.00
Aguachile $21.00
Dinner Salads & Soup
Tlalpena Soup
Potatoes, Zucchini, Carrots, Chicken, Epazote
$17.00
Romaine Salad
Cucumber, Carrots, Radish, Red Cabbage, Pickled Red Onions, Grated Cheese, Tomato, Tortilla Strips, Dairy Free Dressing
$15.00
Dinner Tacos
Dinner Jamaica Tacos
2 Tacos Per Order, Blue Corn Tortillas, Sauteed Hibiscus, Pea Puree, Jicama, Avocado
$17.00
Dinner Shrimp Tacos
Homemade Tortilla, Garlic-Ginger, Roasted Carrot Puree, Sauteed Shrimp
$17.00
Pork Belly Tacos
Homemade Tortilla, Roasted Potato, Pea Puree, Pickled Fresno Chili
$17.00
Dinner Tacos Ahogados
Avocado, Cream, Cotija Cheese, Xoconostle Salsa, Chicken Jus
$15.00
Dinner Entrees
Vegetarian Enchiladas
Ratatouille Style Seasonal Veggies, Blue Corn Tortillas, Oaxaca Cheese, Salsa Verde, White Rice & Black Bean Puree.
$25.00
Tlayuda
Oaxaca Cheese, Black Bean Spread, Pea Puree, Tomato, Jocoque, Basil
$18.00
Dinner Chicken Enchiladas
Free Range Chicken, Blue Corn Tortillas, Queso Oaxaca, Salsa Verde, Side of White Rice & Black Bean Puree.
$29.00
Dinner Estofado
Crispy Pork Belly, Estofado Sauce, Roasted Carrots & Potatoes, Side of Toast.
$29.00
Carnitas Dinner
Slow Roasted Pork, Pork Jus, Salsa Verde, Pickled Red Onions, Cilantro, 4 Yellow Corn Tortillas.
$29.00
Dinner Diabla
Sautéed Shrimp, Mich Mole, Red Lentils, Side of Toast.
$29.00
Dinner NY Steak
10oz steak, pea farro, tomato jus, bunashimeji mushrooms
$49.00
Mole
Chicken, cotija, pea puree, jocoque, sesame seeds, homemade tortillas, rice and black beans
$29.00
Pulpo
Octopus marinated with Oaxaca chile, Chula Vista tequila glazed, chorizo oil, roasted potatoes, cabbage puree and broth, peas
$39.00
Dinner Asada
Grilled Green Onions, Cactus Salsa, Potatoes, Puya Sauce, Side of White Rice, Black Bean Puree and 2 Tortillas
$39.00
Dinner Dessert
Dinner Coconut
Coconut Flakes, Pistachios.
$13.00
Dinner Oaxaca Cake
Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Oaxaca Chocolate, Pistachios
$13.00
Dinner Carrot Cake
Pineapple Marmalade, Whipped Cream.
$13.00
Brunch Entrees
Breakfast Burrito
Egg, Potatoes, Cheese, Jocoque, Pickled Onions, Black Beans, Rice
$17.00
Lunch Burrito
Romaine, Guacamole, Pico de Gallo, Jack Cheese, Rice & Black Beans.
$17.00
Cemita Sandwich
Cemita Bread, Avocado, Lettuce, Oaxaca Cheese, Chipotle Aioli, Potato Chips
$17.00
Rice Bowl
Steamed White Rice, Black Beans, Pico de Gallo, Romaine Lettuce, Guacamole, Red Cabbage.
$17.00
Kids Menu
Kids Bean & Cheese Burrito $9.00
UNCATEGORIZED
Delivery Order $0.00

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Order and Reservations

Reservations: mercadomodern.comopentable.com

Reviews

Lauri
I was in the area for a work-related fun event and took a much-needed break here. The food was so delicious, I would make a special trip back. The owners are from Peru and the other owner is from Oaxaca. Together, I believe they create culinary bliss

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Georgina Curry
This place came highly recommended as a must try. I was very happy that ot did not disappoint. I was dying to try any huitlacoche dish they had, and they delivered on a vegan and delicious dish, very happy with it.i also have a sinful obsession with the perfect crispy rolled taco, and oh man did this dish hot the spot, hands down one of the top 2 in my experience, but #1 in how it was served, in a xoconostle salsa and chicken jus, had to save for last after tasting it. I know taquitos and rolled tacos seem simple and everyone has them, but they are usually terrible, dry, over cooked no filling or bad oil flavors, but this one delivers. The staff was super attentive and welcoming, went above and beyond to answer all my questions and explain their origins. Oh and the drink was very good as well.

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Susan S. McClellan
We went with our neighbors for Happy Hour. We started with drinks: Sauvignon Blanc, Paloma, Old Fashioned and a Margarita. They were good enough to offer a second round. We started with chips and guacamole served with a side of crickets (grillos). Then we ordered carnitas, pork belly tacos, and a chicken quesadilla from the Happy Hour menu. We added aguachile and empanadas. Everything was very tasty, however the crickets are an acquired taste. We had to try desserts so I finished with coconut ice cream and the Oaxaca flourless chocolate cake served with ice cream. The coconut ice was light and refreshing. The flourless cake was rich and satisfying.

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Rafael Orozco
Outstanding food and great service. The drinks were also top shelf. Highly recommend this spot for a memorable dining experience.

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Devonya Batiste
From beginning to end, this place is amazing. Firstly, the ambiance is great. Secondly, the service is absolutely outstanding. And, lastly, the food is superb. They have rotating ice cream and the one we had was mango flavored. Truly outstanding! My entree was the grilled octopus which was delicious. If I lived in the area, I would be here often.

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Michael Garcia
Love this place, very tasty food and great deals. The taco Tuesday house margaritas were a little lack luster, but everything else made up for it! Very nice staff and great ambiance.

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Todd
The carne asada was great, so was the octopus. Had the ships guacamole with crickets and the ápergas appraiser

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Sonia Sarangdhar LeDuc
Food- meh, Prices , Vibes =

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Aldo Casanova
I’ve been here manny time’s! This place is always good and consistent! Prices have went up a bit of course like every where else! Sunday brunch now has music. We mainly come for brunch, unlimited mimosas for $18, meals range from $14 to $30. Tlayula is always good, tacos are made with fresh tortillas. Breakfast burrito was ok. Get something else instead, chilaquiles, French toast all good! Good service, drinks and atmosphere.

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d dammen
Second time here. Came with the same group of 4. I ordered chicken mole $29. It was delicious except the chicken was overcooked and took some sawing with the knife. Should be able to slice with a fork if cooked properly. My husband had their chicken enchiladas $29 but said they were not that good. The other couple did not comment on the taste except to complain that the prices are alot more ($29+$29) than they were 4 years ago on the last visit. Seems I recall they were pricy then too.

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