Tequila CJ Cantina Grill Menu
Tequila CJ Cantina Grill is a vibrant Mexican restaurant located in the Garfield Ridge neighborhood of Chicago. The ambiance is warm and inviting, with live music and a festive atmosphere. The menu offers a wide variety of traditional Mexican dishes, including ceviches, breakfast options like omelettes and chilaquiles, and appetizers like choriqueso and frijoles tapatios. The standout dish, Mexcalazo, features succulent rib eye cuts marinated in tomato sauce with poblano peppers, onions, and panela cheese. The flavors are bold and smoky, providing a true taste of Mexico. The staff is attentive and friendly, ensuring a memorable dining experience. With its delicious food, lively atmosphere, and excellent service, Tequila CJ Cantina Grill is a must-visit for Mexican cuisine enthusiasts in Chicago.
Appetizers
Choriqueso
Melted Chihuahua cheese with homemade chorizo.
Frijoles Tapatios
Refried beans topped with melted Chihuahua cheese, grilled tomatoes, jalapenos, peppers and onions.
Ceviche Salmon
Our version of Mayan style ceviche made of cubed fresh Norwegian salmon, cured in citrus juices and jalapenos. Made with tiger's milk.
Ceviche Mahi-Mahi
Made with cubed fresh Mahi-Mahi cured in citrus juices and chile. Made with tiger's milk.
Ceviches
Breakfast
Omelette
2 egg omelets, filled with onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, Chihuahua cheese, served with rice and beans.
Chilaquiles
Green, red, or a la Mexicana: Your choice of sauce, eggs any style, topped with crema, queso fresco crumbled, and finely sliced purple onion, served with rice and beans.
Tequila
Grilled New York steak, sliced perfectly, perfectly seasoned, on top of sliced grilled potatoes, served with rice, beans and guacamole.
Carne Asada Tradicional
Grilled iowa premium skirt steak, served with rice, beans and salad.
House Specialties
Main Courses
Mexcrlrzo
Rib eye steak stew, made with tomato sauce, poblano peppers, onions. Topped with panela cheese and served with rice and beans.
Guisado de Purco
Pork stew in red chile sauce, served with rice and beans.
