Menu

El Tipico is a Mexican restaurant located at 4930 Rigsby Ave in San Antonio, TX. Known for its delicious and filling lunch options, this casual spot offers a variety of dishes for both vegetarians and meat-lovers. Customers rave about the #2 Regular Plate, nachos, and chicken quesadilla, along with the famous El Tipico Salsa. The margaritas are a standout, with customers praising their quality and flavor. With options for reservations, delivery, and catering, El Tipico is perfect for groups, families, and solo diners alike. The attentive service and quick response to customer needs make dining here a pleasant experience. Whether you're in the mood for a quick bite or a leisurely meal, El Tipico has something for everyone. Don't miss out on this hidden gem in San Antonio!

A La Carte

A La Carte

2 Chalupas Chile con Queso

$9.49

3 Enchiladas

Regular enchiladas with sirloin beef gravy.

$10.69

2 Chalupas Avocado and Sirloin Beef Gravy

$10.69

2 Chalupas Avocado and Refried Beans

$10.29

2 Chalupas Refried Beans

$9.49

Special Enchiladas

Sirloin beef gravy and onions topped with melted cheese.

$10.69

Tacos Nortenos

4 mini corn tortillas filled with diced sirloin and topped with Monterrey Jack. Served with a side of diced onions, cilantro, and borracho beans.

$14.99

Phil's Chicken

Half pound chicken breast topped with your choice of poblano or chipotle sauce, melted Monterrey Jack cheese, and served on a bed of rice with seasonal vegetables.

$16.99

Camarones a la Diabla

8 grilled shrimp topped with chipotle sauce and Monterrey Jack cheese. Served with rice and seasonal vegetables.

$20.99

House Special

Half pound sirloin steak cooked to perfection. Topped with diced onions, jalapenos, tomatoes, and covered with signature queso sauce. Served with choice of French fries or baked potato, and a side salad.

$23.99

Baja Fish Taco

3 corn tortillas. Served with 3 pieces of battered fish, signature spicy chipotle sauce, shredded green cabbage, and a side of borracho beans.

$16.99

Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

6 bacon wrapped shrimp on a bed of rice. Served with creamy cilantro sauce.

$18.99

El Tipico Specialties

El Tipico Specialties

Appetizers

Appetizers

Jalapeno Poppers

6 cream cheese filled poppers. Served with ranch dressing.

$10.99

Melted American Cheese Nacho

Tortilla chips covered.

$9.29

Special Nacho with Beans

Tortilla chips covered.

$11.29

Fajita Beef Nacho

Tortilla chips covered.

$14.99

Special Nacho with Sirloin Beef Gravy

Tortilla chips covered.

$12.99

Nacho Rancheros

Tortilla chips covered with sirloin beef gravy. Topped with melted American cheese, guacamole, onions, and tomatoes.

$13.99

Fajita Chicken Nacho

Tortilla chips covered.

$13.99

Chips and Queso

Tortilla chips. Served with signature queso.

$5.99

Tortilla Soup

Chicken broth, mixed root vegetables, crispy chips, and Monterrey Jack cheese. Topped with sliced avocado. Served with tortillas, dinner roll, or crackers.

$11.99

Menudo Soup

El Tipico recipe. Served with tortillas, dinner roll, or crackers.

$12.99

Caldo de Res Soup

Chunks of beef with potatoes, tomatoes, and cabbage. Served with tortillas, dinner roll, or crackers.

$9.29

Caldo de Pollo Soup

Savory broth with shredded chicken, celery, carrots, and potatoes. Served with tortillas, dinner roll, or crackers.

$11.99

Soups

Soups

Salad

Salad

Guacamole Salad

Guacamole on a bed of shredded lettuce.

$3.99

House Salad

Iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, shredded carrots, and red cabbage.

$2.99

1 Bean and Cheese Chalupa

Served with Mexican rice and refried beans. Small beverage included.

$7.49

1 Cheese Enchilada

Served with Mexican rice and refried beans. Small beverage included.

$7.49

Quarter Pound Hamburger

Served with French fries.

$7.49

Kids Mains

Kids Mains

El Original

El Original

Quickie Plate

2 cheese enchiladas covered with chile con carne gravy sauce and 1 beef puffy taco. Served with Mexican rice and refined beans. Served with 2 flour tortillas.

$12.99

Special Plate

2 cheese enchiladas covered with chile con carne gravy and 2 beef puffy tacos. Served with Mexican rice, refried beans, and guacamole salad. Served with 2 flour tortillas.

$15.19

Regular Plate

2 cheese enchiladas covered with chile con carne gravy sauce and 1 beef puffy taco. Served with Mexican rice and refined beans. Served with 2 flour tortillas.

$13.99

La Fiesta Plate

2 cheese enchiladas covered with chile con carne gravy, 1 beef puffy taco, and one beef chalupa. Served with Mexican rice, refined beans, guacamole salad, and 3 cheese nacho chips. Served with 2 flour tortillas.

$15.99

Small Plate

1 cheese enchilada covered with chile cone carve gravy and 1 beef puffy taco. Served with Mexican Rice. Served with 2 flour tortillas.

$11.59

Carne Guisada Plate

Beef tips. Served with Mexican rice, refried beans, and a shredded lettuce salad. Served with 2 flour tortillas.

$12.99

Tostada Plate

1 bean chalupa, 1 guacamole chalupa, and 1 chile con queso chalupa. Served with 2 flour tortillas.

$13.89

Carne Asada Dinner

Half pound sirloin steak cooked to perfection and topped with onion and sliced jalapenos. Served with 1 cheese puffy taco and refried beans. Served with 2 flour tortillas.

$13.99

Chile Relleno Plate

1 sirloin beef filled poblano pepper and bread with egg and flour. Topped with salsa ranchera sauce. Served with Mexican rice and refried beans. Served with 2 flour tortillas.

$14.99

Tipico Plate

2 cheese enchiladas covered with chile con gravy, one beef chalupa, and 1 beef puffy taco. Served with 2 flour tortillas.

$13.99

Tampiqueno Plate

Half pound sirloin steak cooked to perfection and served with 1 cheese enchilada. Topped with chile con carne sauce and 1 beef puffy taco. Served with Mexican rice, refried beans, and guacamole salad. Served with 2 flour tortillas.

$20.99

Al Carbon Plate

2 chicken or beef fajitas tacos. Served with Mexican rice, refined beans, and guacamole salad. Served with 2 flour tortillas.

$16.99

Fajita Plate

Chicken or beef fajitas. Served with Mexican rice, refined beans, guacamole, pico de gallo, and 2 flour tortillas. Served with 2 flour tortillas.

$18.99

Flauta Plate

2 Texas size flautas filled with shredded chicken. Topped with guacamole and sour cream. Served with Mexican rice and refried beans. Served with 2 flour tortillas.

$13.49

Hamburger Steak

Served with choice of French fries or baked potato, small side salad, and dinner roll.

$14.99

Los Amigos Special Steak

10 ounce sirloin steak cooked to perfection. Served with French fries or baked potato, small side salad, and dinner roll.

$19.99

Fiesta Ranchera Steak

10 oz sirloin steak cooked to perfection and topped with salsa ranchera sauce. Served with Mexican rice, refried beans, and 2 flour tortillas.

$22.99

Chicken Fried Steak

Served with choice of French fries or baked potato, small side salad and dinner roll.

$14.99

T Bone Steak

14 ounce steak cooked to perfection. Served with a choice of French fries or baked potato, small side salad, and dinner roll.

$26.99

Steak and Chicken

Steak and Chicken

Parrilladas

Parrilladas

Parrillada for 2

1 pound of chicken or beef fajitas on a steaming skillet and topped with sausage. Served with borracho beans, Mexican rice, guacamole, and pico de gallo.

$42.99

Parrillada for 4

2 pounds of chicken or beef fajitas on a steaming skillet and topped with sausage. Served with borracho beans, Mexican rice, guacamole, and pico de gallo.

$65.99

Deep Fried Xango

$4.49

Vanilla Ice Cream

$3.49

El Tipico Bistro Cupcake

$3.99

Desserts

Desserts