El Taquero Kelowna
🌮 El Taquero is a vibrant downtown taqueria serving authentic Mexican street food, from al pastor carved off the trompo to creative vegetarian tacos, burritos, and house-made salsas.
A lively spot for casual lunches, late-night bites, and margaritas with friends in the heart of Kelowna.
🍽️ El Taquero Menu
🌮 Street Tacos
Street style tacos served on soft gluten free corn tortillas with complimentary salsa and Mexican pickled vegetables; mix and match fillings to build your perfect plate or snack. 3 tacos for a light bite, 4 tacos for a small meal, or 5 tacos for a shareable feast. Combos available with Mexican red rice, refried beans, or a warm cup of spicy tortilla soup or street corn chowder to round out your meal.
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🌮 Costras
Two open faced flour tortillas layered with grilled mozzarella and gouda, then loaded with your choice of fillings; a rich, cheesy option for taco lovers. Gluten free options available.
🌮 Tostadas
Two crispy house fried corn tortillas spread with refried beans and piled high with shredded lettuce, pico de gallo, queso fresco, oregano crema, and avocado; choose your favorite fillings for a crunchy, fork and knife style taco experience.
🍚 Great Additions
Mexican red rice and refried beans
classic, hearty sides to turn tacos into a full meal.
Cup of spicy tortilla soup
tomato based broth with chilies and crispy tortilla strips.
Cup of esquites
creamy street corn chowder with Mexican herbs, epazote, and queso fresco.
🌯 Burrito Seco
A dry style burrito packed with your choice of filling, refried beans, cheese, Mexican red rice, shredded lettuce, crema, and pico de gallo; all wrapped in a warm flour tortilla for a handheld meal.
🌯 Burrito Ahogado
A wet burrito stuffed with refried beans, mozzarella, gouda, Mexican red rice, and pico de gallo; rolled in a large flour tortilla and smothered in medium heat tomato salsa and oregano crema for a saucy, fork and knife burrito.
🥗 Yucatan Bowl
A hearty grain bowl with whole black beans, queso fresco, Mexican red rice, pico de gallo, roasted corn, avocado, shredded lettuce, and bright Yucatan vinaigrette; finished with your choice of taco filling for a lighter, gluten friendly option.
🍲 Sopas (Soups)
Esquites
Street corn chowder simmered with Mexican herbs and spices, finished with epazote mayo and queso fresco; cozy and full of roasted corn flavor.
Sopa de Tortilla
Spicy tortilla soup loaded with chilies, tomato, onions, cilantro, queso fresco, and oregano crema; topped with crispy tortilla strips for crunch.
Chips n Pico de Gallo
House fried corn tortilla chips served with chunky fresh pico de gallo; simple and shareable.
Chilaquiles
Warm and saucy tortilla chip casserole tossed with melted cheese, onions, cilantro, and warm green salsa, finished with crema; a comforting Mexican brunch and snacking classic.
🌮 Taco Fillings
These fillings can be used in street tacos, costras, tostadas, burritos, and bowls; mix proteins and veggies to build exactly what you are craving.
🍗 Chicken Fillings
Tinga de Pollo
Spicy chipotle braised and hand shredded chicken with sauteed onion, oregano crema, and queso fresco; smoky, tender, and a little tangy.
Pollo Adobo
Chicken braised in rich adobo sauce with epazote mayo and pineapple pico; sweet heat with bright citrusy notes.
🐖 Pork Fillings
Cochinita Pibil
Yucatan style pulled pork shoulder slow braised in citrus and achiote, finished with pickled red onions; deeply flavored and fall apart tender.
Carnitas
Slow cooked pork confit with onions and cilantro; classic, juicy, and perfect for crispy taco edges.
Prensado
Crispy fried pork in prensado sauce with onions, cilantro, and chipotle cashew crema; rich, crunchy, and lightly spicy.
Papas con Chorizo
House made chorizo sausage sauteed with onions and baby potatoes, topped with chipotle cashew crema; hearty and comfort driven.
🐄 Beef Fillings
Presa de Res
Braised beef with tomato, serrano chile, onion, roasted corn, and cilantro; savory with gentle heat and a touch of sweetness.
Tinga de Res
Spicy shredded beef with chipotle peppers, sauteed onions, and oregano crema; bold, smoky, and satisfying.
Asada
Hand shredded beef with onions and cilantro; a simple grilled style option that lets the beef shine.
🐟 Seafood Fillings
Pescado Veracruz
Baked basa topped with tomato, serrano chile, onion, roasted corn, and cilantro; inspired by Veracruz coastal flavors with bright tomato and pepper notes.
🥦 Veggie & Plant Based Fillings
Rajas Poblanas
Roasted poblano peppers with corn, onions, queso fresco, and oregano crema; smoky, creamy, and mildly spicy.
Hongos al Pastor
Charred BC mushrooms marinated in adobo with pineapple pico; a plant based twist on classic al pastor with sweet and smoky depth.
Papas Dulces
House vegan chorizo with sweet potatoes, onions, and vegan chipotle cashew crema; hearty and fully plant based.
Nopales
Sauteed cactus paddles with pico de gallo and avocado; bright, tangy, and uniquely traditional.
🥣 Salsas & Dips
Pico de Gallo
Chunky tomato salsa with onion, cilantro, and lime; fresh and zesty.
Creamy Guacamole
Smooth avocado dip with lime and cilantro; perfect with chips or spooned over tacos.
Muy Pica Habanero Salsa
Spicy habanero based salsa for guests who love serious heat.
Molcajete Salsa
Roasted tomato salsa with a smoky finish; made to cling to chips and tacos.
🥟 APPIES
Shareable starters with bold Mexican flavours; perfect with a margarita or cold cerveza.
CHIPS ’N PICO
House-made corn tortilla chips served with fresh pico de gallo; a simple, crunchy start that shows off bright tomato, onion, and cilantro. Add guacamole for a creamy upgrade.
CHILAQUILES
Warm and saucy tortilla chips baked with melted cheese, onions, cilantro, and warm green salsa, finished with crema; classic comfort food with just the right kick. Add chipotle chicken or shredded beef for extra protein.
CHORIZO & CHEESE QUESADILLA
Griddled flour tortilla stuffed with house chorizo and melted cheese, served with molcajete salsa and oregano crema; rich, smoky, and perfect for sharing.
NACHOS TAQUEROS
Layered tortilla chips loaded with melted cheeses, roasted corn, ancho black beans, pico de gallo, pineapple pico, and sour cream; a sweet-savory nacho platter built for the table. Add chipotle chicken or shredded beef to make it a full meal.
🥘 BIRRIA
Slow-braised beef shank served with rich consommé; enjoy it plate-style, in tacos, or packed into a sandwich or burrito.
PLATO BIRRIA
Tender birria served with soft corn tortillas, salsa macha, onions, and cilantro; build-your-own tacos and dip into warm consommé for a classic experience.
QUESABIRRIA
Three cheesy, consommé-soaked corn tortillas stuffed with birria, then crisped on the grill and served with salsa macha, onions, and cilantro; melty, golden, and incredibly rich.
BURRITO BIRRIA
A large flour tortilla packed with birria, refried beans, charred corn, pickled onions, radish, oregano crema, salsa macha, and sliced avocado; a hearty handheld with layers of texture and heat.
TORTA BIRRIA
Mexican beef-dip style sandwich on locally baked telera bread with melted queso blanco, avocado, mayo, salsa macha, onions, cilantro, and Mexican pickled vegetables; dunk into consommé for the full effect.
🌮 TACOS GOBERNADOR
Signature shrimp tacos loaded with cheese and peppers; a house favourite for seafood lovers.
🌯 ENCHILADAS SUIZAS
Baked enchiladas rolled in corn tortillas, smothered in cheese and salsa, and served with traditional sides.
Cuisine
🌮 Mexican
Dietary options
- 🌾 Gluten-Free*
- 🥗 Vegetarian
🚩 Menu changed?
El Taquero menu last updated: March 21, 2026
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