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El Amigo Mexican Restaurant Menu
Welcome to El Amigo Mexican Restaurant, a hidden gem located at 1776 S Cannon Blvd, Kannapolis, NC. This vibrant eatery offers an authentic taste of Mexico, and it's clear why locals keep coming back.
- Signature Dishes: Don't miss the renowned Choripollo and California burrito, celebrated for their robust flavors and generous portions.
- Atmosphere: The warm, welcoming ambiance sets the stage for a delightful dining experience, perfect for families and friends alike.
- Service: Guests rave about the attentive service, with staff who go above and beyond to ensure a pleasant visit.
- Value: With reasonable prices and hearty portions, El Amigo proves you don’t have to break the bank for great food.
If you’re seeking authentic Mexican cuisine, El Amigo Mexican Restaurant guarantees a meal worth savoring.
Browse Menu Categories (206)
- A La Carte 2
- El Amigo Favorites*
- Kids Plates
- Mexican Fajitas
- Appetizers
- Soups & Salads
- Vegetarian Combos
- Nachos
- Create Your Own Combo
- A La Carte
- El Amigo Lighter Side
- Burritos & Enchiladas
- Special Extras
- Desserts
A La Carte 2 (26)
Side Of Onions
Side Of Pork
Side Of Peppers
Side Of Grilled Peppers And Onions
Side Of Grilled Peppers
Side Of Lettuce
Chili Con Queso
Side Of Pineapple
Shredded Cheese
Side Of Cilantro
Side Of Broccoli
Side Of Asparagus
Side Of Ground Beef
Side Of Tomatoes
Side Of Black Bean Sauce
Side Of Zuchinni
1 Egg
Side Of Bacon
Side Of Mango Sauce
Spring Mix
Avocado Slices
Side Of Grilled Onions
Side Of Shredded Chicken
Side Of Mushrooms
Side Of Chorizo
Side Of Spinach
El Amigo Favorites* (30)
Taquitos
Four deep fried corn tortillas filled with shredded beef or chicken. Served with your choice of rice and refried beans or fresh guacamole salad.
Chef's Special
Grilled chicken and shrimp simmered and smothered with broccoli, mushrooms and our creamy tomato cheese sauce. Served with rice and refried beans.
Quesadilla Rellenas
A grilled flour tortilla filled with beef tips or shredded chicken and cheese. Served with rice and refried beans or fresh guacamole salad.
Pollo Yucatan
Grilled chicken breast and shrimp smothered with cheese. Served with white rice and mixed vegetables.
Casuelon
A grilled chicken breast topped with steak, Mexican chorizo and grilled onions. Served with rice, refried beans, fresh guacamole salad and warm tortillas. Garnished with pico de gallo and pickled jalapeños.
Salmon Fresco
Fresh grilled salmon topped with mango salsa marinated with soy sauce and lemon juice. Served with rice or black beans and grilled garden vegetables.
Steak Ranchero
Grilled ribeye steak topped with a spicy ranchero style sauce. Served with rice, refried beans and warm tortillas.
Arroz Con
Your choice of grilled meat sautéed with onions, broccoli and zucchini. Served on a bed of rice and topped with cheese sauce.
Fiesta Tacos
Organic lettuce, black beans, avocado and mango salsa wrapped in two soft whole wheat tortillas.
Cancun Special
Succulent jumbo shrimp wrapped in bacon and cheese, then served over a bed of fresh lettuce, pico de gallo, sliced tomatoes and avocado.Accompanied with rice drizzled with our cheese sauce.
Chilaquiles Mexicanos
Corn tortilla chips topped with shredded chicken simmered and smothered in a savory ranchero style sauce with melted cheese. Served with rice and fresh guacamole salad.
Los Filetes
Your choice of two fried or grilled fish fillets served with rice, fresh guacamole salad and pico de gallo.
Baja Tacos
Three corn tortillas filled with crispy deep fried cod fish, fresh mixed greens, mango salsa with avocado and our creamy yogurt dressing. served with rice and refried beans.
Especial De La Casa
A sampler platter consisting of a chalupa, chile poblano, beef enchilada, crispy beef taco, pork tamale, rice and refried beans.
Peluza
Your choice of grilled meat sautéed with onions and bell peppers. Served on a bed of rice topped with melted cheese.
Chile Colorado
Your choice of meat simmered in our spicy ranchero style sauce served with rice, refried beans and warm tortillas.
Pollo A La Parilla
Grilled chicken breast topped with our ranchero style sauce. Served with rice, refried beans and fresh guacamole salad.
Monterrey Chicken
Grilled chicken breast sautéed with onions and peppers topped with BBQ sauce, bacon and melted cheese. Served with rice and refried beans.
Mexican Pizza
A flour tortilla layered with beef or shredded chicken, cheese and refried beans. Topped with another flour tortilla, cheese sauce and pickled jalapeños.
Carnitas Dinner
Fried pork tips sautéed with grill onions. Served with rice, refried beans, fresh guacamole salad and warm tortillas.
Galleta
Five toasted corn tortillas layered with beef, shredded chicken, cheese and refried beans. Topped with our traditional enchilada and cheese sauces. Garnished with fresh pico de gallo.
El Mejor
Grilled ribeye, chicken and shrimp sautéed with peppers, onions, zucchini and mushrooms. Topped with chipotle peppers and our creamy tomato cheese sauce. Served with rice, refried beans and warm tortillas.
Pollo Loco
Grilled chicken topped with melted cheese, onions, mushrooms and pineapple. Served with fresh guacamole salad, rice and refried beans.
Jerk Pork
Grilled pork tenderloin with jerk seasoning and a pineapple sour cream sauce. Served with white rice and black beans, asparagus and zucchini.
Steak A La Tampiquena
Grilled ribeye steak topped with grilled onions. Served with rice, refried beans, guacamole salad and warm tortillas.
Cocina Special
Tender pieces of beef brisket smothered in our signature chipotle sauce. Served with warm tortillas, rice and refried beans or grilled vegetables.
Chimichanga De
A deep fried flour tortilla filled with beef tips or shredded chicken, then topped with cheese sauce. Served with rice and refried beans or fresh guacamole salad.
Camarones A La Diabla
Shrimp sautéed with onions and peppers in a spicy ranchero style sauce. Served with rice and refried beans.
Godorniz
Fried and grilled Cornish hen served with fresh quacamole salad, rice and refried beans.
Choripollo
Grilled chicken breast sautéed with Mexican chorizo and topped with melted cheese. Served with rice and refried beans.
Kids Plates (11)
(2) Chicken Fingers
(9) Macaroni & Cheese
(6) Kids Cheese Quesadilla & Taco
(1) Spanish Hamburger
Martin (Chicken)
(4) Kids Taco Rice And Beans
(8) Kids Cheese Quesadilla
(3) Kids Burrito
(7) Kids Burrito & Taco
Martin (Steak)
(5) Kids Enchilada
Mexican Fajitas (10)
Fajitas Across The Border
A combination of steak, chicken and shrimp.with sautéed fresh vegetables.Served with rice, refried beans, fresh guacamole salad, sour cream and warm tortillas.
Seafood Fajitas
A combination of shrimp, fish, and scallops. with sautéed fresh vegetables.Served with rice, refried beans, fresh guacamole salad, sour cream and warm tortillas.
Chicken Fajitas
sautéed fresh vegetables.Served with rice, refried beans, fresh guacamole salad, sour cream and warm tortillas.
Steak & Shrimp Fajitas
with sautéed fresh vegetables.Served with rice, refried beans, fresh guacamole salad, sour cream and warm tortillas.
Fish Fajitas
Fish fillet with sautéed fresh vegetables.Served with rice, refried beans, fresh guacamole salad, sour cream and warm tortillas.
Steak Fajitas
sautéed fresh vegetables.Served with rice, refried beans, fresh guacamole salad, sour cream and warm tortillas.
Shrimp Fajitas
sautéed fresh vegetables.Served with rice, refried beans, fresh guacamole salad, sour cream and warm tortillas.
Fajita Rancheras
Steak,chicken, pork and chorizo with sautéed fresh vegetables.Served with rice, refried beans, fresh guacamole salad, sour cream and warm tortillas.
Chicken & Shrimp Fajitas
sautéed fresh vegetables.Served with rice, refried beans, fresh guacamole salad, sour cream and warm tortillas.
Chicken & Steak Fajitas
sautéed fresh vegetables.Served with rice, refried beans, fresh guacamole salad, sour cream and warm tortillas.
Appetizers (10)
Beef Dip
Ground beef with cheese dip
Table Side Guacamole
Cheese & Bean Dip
Beans and melted cheese
Guacamole
Smashed avocado with onions, cilantro and tomatoes
1\2 Orden Jalapenos Fritos
Deep Fried Jalapenos
Queso Fundido
Melted cheese with Mexican sausage
Avocado W/ Pico De Gallo
Cheese Dip
Melted cheese.
Spinach Dip
Cooked spinach with cheese dip
Soups & Salads (11)
Tossed Salad
Shredded iceberg lettuce topped with peppers, tomatoes and onions.
Gordan Especial
Guacamole Salad
Shredded iceberg lettuce topped with guacamole and tomatoes.
Grilled Chicken Salad
Bed of lettuce with shredded cheese, tomatoes, onions and peppers.
Grilled Shrimp Salad
Bed of lettuce with shredded cheese, tomatoes, onions and peppers.
Mexican Shrimp Cocktail
Shrimp in a savory Mexican style cocktail sauce with fresh avocado and pico de gallo.
Tortilla Honey-Lime Salad
Crisp mixed greens topped with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, cheese and black bean salsa. Garnished with crispy tortilla strips and a side of our homemade honey-lime dressing.
Santa Fe Chipotle Salad
Your choice of grilled chicken or steak inside a large crispy tortilla bowl filled with lettuce, pico de gallo corn and black bean salsa, shredded cheese and sour cream. Tossed in our signature chipotle ranch dressing.
Mexican Chicken Soup
Clear chicken broth, made fresh daily, layered with tender pieces of chicken, vegetables and rice. Garnished with avocado & pice de gallo.
Taco Loco
A large crispy flour tortilla filled with shredded chicken or ground beef topped with shredded cheese, lettuce, and sour cream.
Cabo Salad
Crisp mixed greens topped with tomatoes, shredded cheese, bacon and avocado slices. Garnished with tortilla strips and with a side of balsamic vinaigrette.
Vegetarian Combos (10)
Vegetarian Combo D
Two Bean & Nacho Cheese Burritos
Vegetarian Combo C
One Bean Burrito, one Cheese Quesadilla and One Chalupa
Vegetarian Combo F
Two Quesadillas, one cheese and mushroom and one cheese and spinach quesadilla. Served with rice and beans
Vegetarian G (Vegetable Peluza)
sautéed onions, mushrooms,Zucchini, broccoli & bell peppers. Served on a bed of rice topped with melted cheese.
Vegetarian H ( AC)
sautéed onions, mushrooms,Zucchini, broccoli & bell peppers. Served on a bed of rice topped with cheese dip.
Vegetarian Combo B
One Chalupa, One Cheese Enchilada and an Order of Beans
Vegetarian Combo A
One Bean Burrito, One Cheese Enchilada and One Bean Tostada
Vegetarian I (Fajita)
Sautéed onions, mushrooms,Zucchini, broccoli & bell peppers. Served with rice, refried beans, fresh guacamole salad, sour cream and warm tortillas.
Vegetarian Combo E
Burrito & Enchilada de Papa (potato) with Rice & Beans
Vegetarian J ( Nachos Fajita)
Sautéed onions, mushrooms,Zucchini, broccoli & bell peppers topped with cheese dip.
Nachos (10)
Cheese Nachos
Nachos with melted cheese only
Beef & Bean Nachos
Nachos with ground beef and beans
Shredded Chicken Nachos
Nachos with shredded chicken and melted cheese
Nacho Especial
Topped with ground beef, shredded chicken and refried beans, then covered with shredded lettuce, and sour cream
Grilled Chicken Nachos
Nachos with grill chicken and melted cheese
Steak Nachos
Nachos with grill steak and melted cheese
Bean Nachos
Nachos with beans and melted cheese
Shrimp Nachos
Nachos with grill shrimp and melted cheese
Beef Nachos
Nachos with ground beef and melted cheese
Nachos Fajita
Nachos with grilled bell pepper and onion top with cheese dip
Create Your Own Combo (1)
Create Your Own Combo
A La Carte (49)
Pint Of Salsa
Grilled Chicken
Chimichanga
3 Hard Tacos
Jalapenos
Grilled Shrimp Soft Taco
1 Burrito
Pint Of Salsa With Chips
Grilled Steak Soft Taco
Spanish Rice
Black Beans
3 Enchiladas
Chiles Toreados
Grilled Vegetables
Beef Taco
Chica Quesadilla Fajita
3 Hard Fish Taco
Salsa Picante
House made hot salsa
Quesadilla
Sour Cream
Pint Of Cheese Dip
Chicken Soft Taco
3 Soft Tacos
Cheese Quesadilla
Chef Sauce
3 Soft Fish Taco
3 Grilled Chicken Soft Tacos
Chile Poblano
Chalupa
3 Grilled Steak Soft Tacos
Pico De Gallo
Rice & Beans
Grande Quesadilla Fajita
2 Flour Tortillas
3 Tamales
Chicken Taco
Tamale
Tostada
Grilled Shrimp
Fries
Refried Beans
Pint Of Cheese Dip With Chips
Beef Soft Taco
Grilled Steak Burrito
3 Grilled Shrimp Soft Tacos
Grilled Steak
White Rice
Soft Fish Taco
Enchilada
El Amigo Lighter Side (5)
Skinny Wraps
Two flour or wheat tortillas filled with grilled chicken, lettuce and tomatoes.
Slim Special
Served with peppers, onions, zucchini , broccoli and mushrooms.
Lite Salad Special
Grilled chicken breast topped with grilled onions, zucchini and pico de gallo.
El Flaco
Grilled chicken breast topped with grilled onions, zucchini and pico de gallo.
Slim Hawaiian
A grilled chicken breast on a bed of lettuce topped with grilled pineapples and fresh pico de gallo. Served with steamed broccoli and lightly drizzled with our special fat free chipotle dressing.
Burritos & Enchiladas (11)
Mamacitas
Three corn tortillas filled with shredded chicken, then topped with our traditional enchilada sauce, shredded cheese, lettuce and sour cream. Served with rice.
Dos Amigos
One flour and one corn tortilla both filled with shredded chicken topped with our traditional burrito and enchilada sauces, cheese, lettuce and sour cream.
Super Enchiladas
Five corn tortillas filled with ground beef, shredded chicken, cheese, shredded beef and beans. Topped with our traditional enchilada sauce, shredded cheese, lettuce and sour cream.
Enchiladas De Lujo
Four corn tortillas filled with shredded chicken, beef, cheese and refried beans. Topped with our traditional. enchilada sauce, cheese, lettuce and sour cream.
Grande California Burrito
A burrito filled with your choice of meat as well as refried beans, rice. Topped with cheese sauce, fresh pico de gallo and guacamole.
Enchiladas Rancheras
Two cheese enchiladas topped with ground beef, shredded chicken or pork and our traditional enchilada sauce. Served with rice and refried beans or guacamole salad.
Burrito Especial
A flour tortilla filled with shredded chicken or beef and topped with our savory tomato sauce, cheese, lettuce and sour cream.
Burrito Mexicano
A flour tortilla filled with your choice of shredded chicken, beef or pork. Topped with cheese sauce, lettuce, and homemade guacamole. Served with rice and refried beans.
Enchiladas Suizas
Three corn tortillas filled with shredded chicken and topped with our traditional enchilada sauce, shredded cheese, lettuce, onions and sour cream.
Chico California Burrito
A burrito filled with your choice of meat as well as refried beans, rice. Topped with cheese sauce, fresh pico de gallo and guacamole.
Especial De El Amigo
Your choice of two beef or shredded chicken burritos filled with refried beans, topped with our signature tomato cheese sauce, lettuce, cheese, and sour cream.
Special Extras (10)
Carne Asada
Pint Of Pico De Gallo
Medio Ceviche
Ceviche
X Chips
Chiles Toreados
Gallon Of Salsa
Baby Santa Fe Salad
Pint Habanero Sauce
Pint Of Guacamole
Desserts (12)
Cookie Skillet
Fried Ice Cream
Churros Delight
3 Street Corn
Street Corn
Churros
Sopapillas W/ Ice Cream
Flan
Tres Leches Cake
Bowl Of Ice Cream
Sopapillas
Cheesecake Burrito
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