Amor Y Tacos Menu
Amor Y Tacos offers a fusion of New Mexican and Mexican cuisine in a casual yet vibrant setting. Located in Cerritos, CA, this restaurant prides itself on providing a wide range of dining options, from appetizers like Guacamole and Mole Tots to signature Tacos like Tinga de Pollo and Short Rib. Customers rave about the flavorful dishes, such as the hatch chili salmon and pork belly. The restaurant is known for its attentive service, great ambiance, and innovative dishes like their birria quesatacos. With options for vegan and vegetarian diners, as well as plastic-free packaging, Amor Y Tacos demonstrates a commitment to inclusivity and sustainability. Whether you're looking for a fun night out with friends or a family-friendly dining experience, this restaurant promises to deliver on both taste and atmosphere.
Appetizers & Starters
Guacamole
Hass avocado, white onion tomato, lime, Cotija cheese, jalapeno and cilantro.
Mole Tots
Crispy potato tots, 21 ingredient house-made Amor mole, queso fresco, cilantro, radish, red onion and sour cream.
Charred Brussels Sprouts
Lime, Cotija, chipotle caper aioli, pepitas and red wine vinaigrette.
Nacho Libre
Corn chips, queso Oaxaca, beef and chorizo blend, sour cream, cilantro, salsa de arbol, beans, jalapeno, onion and radish.
Ahi Poke tostadas
Sushi grade yellowfin tuna poke, sesame vinaigrette, guacamole, crispy wonton skin, soy sauce, sesame seed, roasted corn chimichurri, radish and wasabi crema.
Calamari Famoso
Flash fried calamari steak strips, lemon caper chipotle aioli, Cotija, cilantro shisito peppers.
Tacos de Mi Abuela
4 crispy mini corn tortillas, special blend of beef and chorizo, cabbage, pico de gallo, queso Cotija, salsa picante, guacamole and crema.
Taquitos de Papa
Potato and queso Oaxaca, spinach and onion, mushroom, avocado salsa, habanero crema, queso Cotija and arugula fennel salad.
Ceviche de Camarone
Crisp tostadas, lime marinated shrimp, roasted garlic aioli, tomato, pico de gallo, Cotija,avocado salsa and cilantro.
Esquites Corn off the Cobb
Roasted corn, garlic mayo, Cotija, chile powder and cilantro.
Queso Fundido
Melted cheese dip, soyrizo, mushrooms, chile's, pickled onions and cilantro with chips
Chicharrones (pork rinds)
Homemade crispy pork rinds.
Chile Lime Chapulines (grasshoppers)
Chips n salsa
1/2 Qt of our house made Salsa with an 8 lb bag of chips
1/2 Qt rice
1/2 Qt BEANS
Tortilla Soup
Gaujillo pasilla broth, picadillo de pollo, onion, cilantro, avocado, queso and crispy tortilla.
Sopa de Fideo
Toasted pasta, chicken, broth, tomato, garlic, avocado and cilantro.
Original Tijuana Caesar Ensalada
House made Caesar dressing, romaine, Cotija, red onion and garlic crouton.
Amor Chop Ensalada
Mixed greens, red cabbage, roasted corn, pumpkin seeds, red onion, carrot, avocado, queso Cotija, creamy cilantro lime and tortilla strips.
Sopa de Fideo (Mexican pasta soup)
Chicken, fideo (pasta) tomato brought, avocado, cilantro and onions
Soups & Salads
Tacos
Tinga de Pollo Taco
Served with salsa verde, Cotija, cilantro, radish and crema.
Carne Asada Taco
Served with salsa de arbol, guacamole, Cotija, cilantro and red wine onions.
Short Rib Taco
Served with burnt habanero crema, caramelized onion, Cotija, cilantro and pickled radish.
Carnitas Taco
Served with Amor salsa y avocado salsa, pickled onion, Cotija and cilantro.
Al Pastor Taco
Served with avocado salsa, pineapple, Cotija and cilantro.
Rajas con Queso Taco
Served with Amor salsa, cilantro, Cotija and pickled radish.
Queso Quemado Taco
Served with Amor salsa, arugula, onion tomato jam and pickled vegetable.
Grilled Shrimp Taco
Served with salsa de arbol, avocado salsa, cilantro, fennel, onion and arugula.
Brussel Sprout Tacos
chipotle aioli, salsa de arbol, pico de gallo & spicy cabbage slaw
Tour de Taco
Chose 5 tacos mix and match. Comes with rice and beans
Taco Plate
Comes with threre (3) tacos mix and match, rice and beans
Enchilada
Cheese Enchiladas Served w either Red, green or both sauces. Served w Rice and Beans. Meat are optional
Enchiladas
Burritos and Quesadillas
Burritos
Burrito comes wet with choice of red or green with rice, beans, lime sour cream, Cotija, cilantro and choice of meat.
Vegetarian Burrito
Burrito comes wet with choice of red or green with rice, beans, lime sour cream, Cotija, cilantro and choice of meat.
Quesadillas
Burrito comes wet with choice of red or green with rice, beans, lime sour cream, Cotija, cilantro and choice of meat.
Vegetarian Quesadilla
Burrito comes wet with choice of red or green with rice, beans, lime sour cream, Cotija, cilantro and choice of meat.
Amor Taquitos Plato
4 slow braised beef short rib or tinga de pollo taquitos, avocado salsa, Cotija, sour cream, cilantro, red onion and radish. Comes with rice and beans
Chile Colorado de Short Rib Plato
1/2 lb. slow braised Angus short rib, New Mexico chile sauce, seasonal veg, Cotija and cilantro.
Slow Braised Carnitas con Salsa Verde Plato
1/2 lb. of slow braised all natural pork, tomatillo salsa verde, seasonal veg, cilantro and Cotija. Not gluten free.
Fish Tacos
Dos XX beer battered true cod, chipotle remoulade, salsa de arbol, shredded red and green cabbage, mint, cilantro and red onion.
Chipotle Agave Glazed Pork Belly
Slow roasted pork belly, chipotle agave glaze, sweet potato puree, roasted cherry tomatoes, fennel arugula salad, red onion and sesame seeds.
Oaxacan Mole
21 ingredient house made grandma's mole colorado, natural chicken thighs and legs braised in duck fat, seasonal veg, crushed peanut, sesame seed, onion, cilantro and radish.
28 Day Aged Angus Skirt Steak
Citrus marinated angus skirt steak, caramelized onions, garlic jalapeno mojo, arugula, fennel, onion and seasonal veg.
Grilled Mexican White Shrimp
A la diabla. 8 grilled Mexican white shrimp, salsa de arbol, garlic aioli, arugula, onion papas bravas, salad of cilantro, chiles, fennel and charred pineapple.
Hatch Chile Salmon
Pan seared Atlantic salmon, roasted hatch chile cream, chicharon, white rice and herb salad.
Amor Chile Relleno Burger
Special blend of ground Angus, short rib, brisket and sirloin, chile relleno de queso, Gruyere, red leaf, tomato onion jam, garlic mayo, brioche bun and tater tots.
Al Pastor Burger
House made anchiote marinated pork patty, guacamole, pickled onions, cilantro, charred pineapple, Cotija, brioche bun and tater tots.
Doritos Chilaquiles
Yes Doritos, sunny side up egg, salsa roja, radish, onion, cilantro, crema and queso fresco.
Mar y Tierra
Surf and turf. Citrus marinated Angus skirt steak, garlic jalapeno mojo de ajo, 5 grilled Mexican white shrimp, caramelized onions, seasonal veg and salsa roja.
New Mexico Hatch Chile Spaghetti
Spaghetti tossed in A New Mexico Hatch chile cream sauce, fresh pecorino cheese and chives
Quesatacos De Birria (Beef)
Two (2) large Beef Birria tacos in a grilled cheese corn tortilla with a birria brought. Grilled onions, cilantro and salsa de arbol
BIRRIAPIZZA
BIRRIAPIZZA,
Popular Dishes
Postres
Churros with Salted Caramel
Sugar, canela and salted cajeta.
Flan
House made flan with fresh seasonal berries, crme fraiche and a Chantilly wheel
Arroz con Leche Creme Brulee
Arroz con leche, cinnamon, burnt sugar crust and rum-infused golden raisins.
Pan dulce Bread pudding
Sandia (watermelon)
fresh house made watermelon Fresca
coke
Horchata
house made rice water. Must be 21 to purchase.
Diet Coke
Dr Pepper
Drinks
Alcoholic Beverage (Must be 21 to purchase)
Amor Margarita (Alcoholic)
16 oz of Our house made Margarita, El rancho alegre Silve tequila, house made margarita mix and orange Liqueur. Must be 21 to purchase.
Mango con Chile (Alcoholic)
16 oz of our house special cocktail. Silver tequila, fresh mango puree, margarita mix, chamoy, tajin and mango candy. Must be 21 to purchase.
Margarita Kit
1 bottle of silver tequila, 1 Qt of our house made margarita mix, our house infused salt & Mexican candy for a garnish. Must be 21 to purchase.
La Sandia
Watermelon Margarita
