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Serving San Antonio Since 1981

A TASTE OF TRADITION

From sizzling fajitas and hand-rolled tortillas to our legendary queso, every dish is made with care and served with true San Antonio hospitality. Sit back, relax, and savor the flavors that have made us a hometown favorite for generations.

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APPETIZERS

Panchos

Premium Angus Beef or Chicken

Half (4) / Full (8)

Crisp tostadas covered with refried beans, melted cheese, guacamole, and your choice of meat.

Fried Jalapeños

Small / Regular

Sure to fire you up! Deliciously warm & crunchy jalapeños bursting with melted cheese. Served w/ a side of ranch & our chile con queso.

Half (4) / Full (8)

Chips & Guac

Small / Regular

Our delicious homemade guacamole.

Chile Con Queso

Mini / Small / Regular

Smooth & spicy melted cheese with the flavor of fresh tomatoes & serranos.

Davy Dip

Small / Regular

Seasoned beef & guacamole, topped with our famous chile con queso & sour cream drizzle.

Brisket Queso

Small / Regular

Creamy queso loaded with tender smoked brisket, fresh cilantro, and zesty pico de gallo.

Poblano Queso

Mini / Small / Regular

Roasted poblano peppers blended with smooth melted American & Chihuahua cheese.

Street Corn

Fire- roasted corn tossed in creamy chili-lime sauce with cotija cheese, lime and a hint of spice.

SOUPS

Tortilla Soup

Small / Regular

A San Antonio staple with shredded chicken, diced avocado, Monterey Jack cheese, and crispy tortilla strips in a rich, savory broth.

Poblano Soup

Small / Regular

Creamy poblano soup with diced chicken, Monterey Jack cheese, and crispy wheat tortilla strips.

SALADS

Add a soup to any salad for an additional cost

Avocado Salad

Chicken Fajita or Grilled Shrimp

Fresh mixed greens topped with American and Monterey Jack Cheeses, avocado, black olives, cherry tomatoes, and croutons.  Served with lime vinaigrette.

Dinner Salad

Fresh mixed greens topped with cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, American and Monterey Jack cheeses, black olives, and croutons. Your choice of dressing.

Ensalada

Premium Angus Beef, Chicken Fajita or Grilled Shrimp

Ground beef or shredded chicken, diced tomatoes, American and Monterey Jack cheese, and guacamole all topped on a bed of fresh mixed greens. Your choice of dressing.

Southwestern Cobb Salad

Fresh mixed greens topped with grilled chicken or fried tenders, cheese, cherry tomatoes, black olives, bacon, avocado, and tortilla strips. Your choice of dressing.

QUESADILLAS

Your choice of flour, wheat or corn tortillas.

Served with pico de gallo, sour cream and lettuce.

Grilled Quesadilla

Half / Full

Tender Premium Angus Beef, chicken, or mixed fajitas, American & Monterey Jack cheese, & fresh pico de gallo.

Brisket Quesadilla

Half / Full

Chopped beef brisket smothered in BBQ sauce, melted American & Monterey Jack cheese, & fresh pico de gallo.

Shrimp & Spinach Quesadilla

Half / Full

Our seasoned shrimp, chopped spinach, Chihuahua cheese, & a hint of pimento.

Street Taco Quesadilla

Half / Full

Our famous quesadillas made with jalapeño jack cheese, chipotle sauce, & Premium Angus Beef fajita meat topped with pico de gallo & avocado.

Cheese Quesadilla

Half / Full

A blend of American & Monterey Jack cheeses.

Spinach & Mushroom Quesadilla

Half / Full

Sautéed spinach & mushrooms, lightly seasoned with garlic salt, layered with melted Chihuahua cheese.

Vegetable Quesadilla

Half / Full

An array of fresh grilled vegetables, layered with melted Chihuahua cheese.

Side Orders

Refried Beans Side / Bowl

Black Beans Side / Bowl

Borracho Beans Side / Bowl

Rice Side / Bowl

Bowl of Mixed Grilled Veggies

Broccoli

Broccoli with Chile Con Queso

French Fries

Green Beans

Homemade Mashed Potatoes

DESSERTS

Sopapilla Cheesecake

Churros

Margarita Pie

Monster Vanilla Cheesecake

Sopapillas (2 or 4)

FOUNTAIN DRINKS

Barq’s Root Beer

Coca-Cola Zero

Dr. Pepper

Pink Lemonade

Sprite

Coca-Cola

Diet Coke

Diet Dr. Pepper

Red Flash

OTHER DRINKS

Coffee

Sweet Tea

Apple Juice

Orange Juice

Pineapple Juice

Iced Tea

Milk

Cranberry Juice

Grapefruit Juice

A basket of tortilla chips with a bowl of chile con queso

TEX-MEX

Carne Guisada

Slow-simmered Mexican-style beef stew with a spicy finish.

Chile Relleno

Served w/ rice & refried beans.

Premium Angus Beef or Chicken Fajita

Fresh anaheim pepper, battered and fried crisp, covered with ground beef or shredded chicken. Topped with ranchero sauce, melted cheese, and sour cream.

Chicken Poblano

Served w/ rice & black beans.

Charbroiled chicken topped with creamy poblano sauce, pico de gallo, and sliced avocado.

Chicken Fried Chicken

Served w/ your choice of two sides: french fries, mashed potatoes, or green beans.

Our Texas-style serving of fresh chicken breast, specially battered, fried golden brown, and served with cream gravy on the side.

Chicken Laredo

Served w/ rice & borracho beans.

Charbroiled chicken breast topped with southwestern cream sauce, American & Monterey Jack cheese, chives, tomatoes, & sliced avocado.

Flautas

Served w/ rice & borracho beans.

Two rolled corn tortillas filled with shredded chicken in a ranchero sauce. Fried crisp and topped with guacamole and sour cream sauce, Monterey Jack cheese, and diced tomatoes.

Puffy Tacos

Premium Angus Beef or Chicken Fajita

Served w/ french fries & borracho beans.

Two traditional corn masa tacos, handpressed & lightly fried, filled with seasoned beef or chicken, lettuce, diced tomatoes, & shredded cheese.

Street Taco Dinner

Served w/ borracho beans.

Three mini corn tortillas with chipotle-tossed Premium Angus beef, jalapeño jack cheese, avocado, cilantro, and diced onion.

Chalupas

Served w/ tostada con queso & quacamole.

Premium Angus Beef or Chicken Fajita*

Crisp corn tortillas spread with refried beans & topped with shredded lettuce, cheese, & tomatoes.

Chimichangas

Served w/ rice refried beans.

Premium Angus beef or chicken fajita with Monterey Jack cheese, fried golden and topped with guacamole, sour cream, and hot sauce.

Chicken Fried Steak

Served w/ your choice of two sides: french fries, mashed potatoes, or green beans.

Our Texas-style serving of fresh tender beef, specially battered, fried golden brown, and served with cream gravy on the side.

Chicken Tenders

Served w/ french fries & your choice of BBQ sauce, cream gravy, ranch dressing, or honey mustard.

Four hand battered chicken tenders, fried golden brown.

Burrito Dinner

Served w/ rice, refried beans, & guacamole.

Premium Angus Beef or Chicken Fajita*

A fresh flour tortilla rolled to order with ground beef or shredded chicken. Beef is filled with queso and topped with chile con carne; chicken is topped with ranchero sauce and a sour cream drizzle.

Fish Taco Dinner

Served w/ rice & black beans.

Grilled rockfish in two homemade corn tortillas with cabbage slaw, mango pico de gallo, and verde crema.

Soft or Crispy Tacos

Served w/ guacamole, rice, & refried beans.

Two tacos with ground beef or shredded chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, and shredded cheese.

FAJITAS

Fajita Trio

Beef, Chicken, & Shrimp

Served w/ guacamole, pico de gallo, rice, & black beans.

Charbroiled Premium Angus beef, chicken, and Gulf shrimp served sizzling with sautéed bell peppers and onions.

Shrimp Fajitas

Served w/ sliced avocado, pico de gallo, rice, & black beans.

Plump and delicious, perfectly seasoned Gulf shrimp on a sizzling skillet with sautéed bell peppers, onions, and chives.

Fajita Dinner

Served w/ guacamole, pico de gallo, rice, & refried beans.

Two warm flour tortillas filled with Premium Angus beef or chicken fajita meat.

Grilled Vegetable Fajitas

Served w/ guacamole, pico de gallo, rice, & black beans.

Fresh zucchini, mushrooms, carrots, squash, tomato wedges, broccoli, and cauliflower florets, grilled and served sizzling with sautéed bell peppers and onions.

Sizzling Fajitas

Served w/ guacamole, pico de gallo, rice, & refried beans.

Tender, juicy strips of charbroiled Premium Angus beef or chicken served sizzling with sautéed bell peppers and onions.

ENCHILADAS

Your choice of beef, chicken*, green chicken*, sour cream chicken, chipotle chicken, or cheese. *Topped with a drizzle of sour cream.

Dinner #1

Two enchiladas, crispy beef taco, chalupa, tostada con queso, rice, refried beans, and guacamole.

Dinner #2

Two enchiladas, chalupa, tostada con queso, rice, and refried beans.

Dinner #3

Two enchiladas, tostada con queso, rice & refried beans.

Dinner #4

One enchilada, crispy beef taco, rice & refried beans.

Dinner #5

One enchilada, chalupa, tostada con queso, rice & refried beans.

Dinner #6

One enchilada, tostada con queso, rice & refried beans.

Mushroom & Spinach Enchiladas

Served w/rice & black beans

Two enchiladas filled with sautéed spinach and mushrooms, lightly seasoned with garlic salt and topped with tomatillo sauce.

Avocado Enchiladas

Served w/rice & black beans

Two enchiladas filled with avocado slices smothered in poblano queso and topped with Monterey Jack cheese. Garnished with cilantro.

Vegetable Enchiladas

Served w/rice & black beans

Two enchiladas filled with seasoned grilled vegetables and melted Chihuahua cheese topped with ranchero sauce.

KIDS MENU

12 and Under

All Kid’s Meals include choice of Drinks below, Free Refills.

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A Taste of Tex-Mex

SERVED WITH RICE AND BEANS

Bean & Cheese Taco

Puffy Taco

Choice of Beef or Chicken

Fajita Puffy Taco

Choice of Beef or Chicken

Fajita Taco

Tender charbroiled Beef or Chicken

Soft or Crispy Taco

Choice of Beef or Chicken

Chalupa

Beef or Chicken Topping

Fajita Chalupa

Choice of Beef or Chicken

Enchilada

Cheese, Beef, or Chicken Filling

Nachos

Choice of Cheese or Bean and Cheese

All American Favorites

SERVED WITH FRENCH FRIES

Grilled Cheese Quesadillas

Grilled Beef or Chicken Quesadillas

Chicken Fried Steak

An Alamo Cafe tradition

Grilled Cheese

Second only to Mom’s

Hamburger

100% Pure Beef Patty served with Lettuce and Pickles

Chicken Nuggets

Golden, Hot and Crispy

Chicken Tenders

Handbreaded with Dipping sauce: ranch, gravy, or honey mustard

Drinks

Coca-Cola

Sprite

“Shirley Temple”

Lemonade

Milk

Diet Coke

Dr. Pepper

Root Beer

Apple Juice

“Roy Rogers”

GLUTEN FREE MENU

The following menu items do not contain any gluten, when ordered with the listed modifications

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Southwestern Cobb Salad
with no croutons (*NFD)

Charbroiled fajita chicken, American and Monterey jack cheeses, tomatoes, black olives, and sliced avocado on a bed of crisp mixed greens

Guacamole Salad

Mounds of guacamole served on a bed of fresh mixed greens

Ensalada (*FR)

Crisp mixed greens topped with your choice of seasoned beef, beef fajita (*NFD), or chicken fajita (*NFD), tomatoes, Monterey jack and American cheese, and fresh guacamole

Panchos (*FR)

Crisp tostadas covered with bean and cheese, and your choice seasoned beef, beef fajita (*NFD), or chicken fajita (*NFD) and fresh guacamole

Quesadillas on Corn Tortillas

Your choice beef fajita (*NFD), chicken fajita (*NFD), vegetable, or shrimp and spinach with pimento; layered between two grilled tortillas with cheese

Soft Taco Dinner on Corn Tortillas

Two tacos; your choice of brisket, seasoned beef, beef fajita (*NFD), or chicken fajita (*NFD); served with guacamole, rice and beans

Fish Taco Dinner

Grilled, seasoned tilapia in a two corn tortillas with cabbage and cilantro lime sour cream; served with black beans and rice

Chalupa Dinner with no queso chip (*Fr)

Bean and Cheese, Seasoned Beef, Beef Fajita (*NFD),or Chicken Fajita (*NFD) served with fresh guacamole

Gluten Free Sides

Beans

Mashed Potatoes, no gravy

Green Beans

Guacamole

Broccoli

French Fries (*FR)

Rice

Pico de Gallo

Black Beans

Mixed Grilled Vegetables

Please be aware that all menu items may have been prepared on the same surface as items that are not gluten free.

All fried items are cooked in the same fryer as non-gluten free products. This includes our corn chips and tostadas. These items are marked with (*FR).

Beef and Chicken Fajita Meat is normally prepared in a marinade containing soy sauce and worstershire sauce, both of which are not gluten free. When ordering these items, please ask for NO FAJITA DIP. These items are marked with (*NFD).

Ranchero, chile con carne, southwest sour cream, and green chile sauces all contain gluten. Our hot sauce and salad dressings are gluten free.

Chile Con Queso is NOT gluten free. Our Shredded Chicken is also not gluten free.

CATERING MENU

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SNACKS & SWEETS

CHIPS INCLUDED

Chile Con Queso

Half gallon (15-20 people)

Gallon (30-40 people)

Guacamole

Half gallon (10-15 people)

Gallon (20-25 people)

Hot Sauce

Half gallon (10-15 people)

Gallon (30-40 people)

Dip Trio Hot Sauce, Queso & Guacamole

Tortillas Flour, Wheat, or Corn

Chips

Pecan Praline

Cheesecake Vanilla, Tuxedo or Cajeta

Single Slice

Whole (12 slices)

INDIVIDUAL MEALS

Fajita Tacos

Premium Angus Beef or Chicken

Two soft tacos filled with premium Angus beef or chicken fajita meat, topped with American cheese, freshly made pico de gallo, and guacamole. Served with a side of rice and refried beans.

Quesadillas

Premium Angus Beef, Chicken or Cheese

Grilled flour tortilla filled with premium Angus beef or chicken fajita meat, pico de gallo, and American and Monterey Jack cheese. Served with sour cream, lettuce, tomato, and guacamole.

Enchiladas

Premium Angus Beef or Cheese

Two corn tortilla enchiladas with your choice of ground beef, shredded chicken (drizzled with sour cream), or cheese. Served with a side of rice and refried beans.

Ensalada

Premium Angus Beef or Chicken

Fresh mixed greens topped with premium Angus beef or grilled chicken fajita meat, American and Monterey Jack cheese, tomatoes, and guacamole. Served with your choice of homemade ranch dressing, balsamic vinaigrette, lime vinaigrette, or our homemade hot sauce.

PACKAGES

A minimum order of 10 meals is required.

All packages include chips and hot sauce.

Fajitas

Premium Angus beef and grilled chicken fajita meat served with American cheese, sour cream, freshly made pico de gallo, guacamole, and chile con queso. Comes with flour tortillas and a side of rice and refried beans.

Enchilada & Taco Combo

Includes two cheese enchiladas and one crispy taco filled with seasoned ground beef, topped with lettuce, tomato, and cheese. Served with rice and refried beans.

Nacho Bar

Includes seasoned ground beef, refried beans, shredded lettuce, sour cream, freshly made pico de gallo, guacamole, and chile con queso.

Taco Bar

Choice of two crispy or soft tacos (corn or flour) with seasoned ground beef, shredded lettuce, American cheese, diced tomatoes, and guacamole. Served with rice and refried beans.

BREAKFAST TACOS

Tacos are available in both dozen increments, with a minimum order of one dozen. *24 hour notice required for breakfast taco orders.

Bean & Cheese

Bacon & Egg

Chorizo & Egg

Potato & Egg

Add Cheese

All orders include our homemade hot sauce.

BEVERAGES

Includes: Cups, Straws, Lemons/Limes & Sweeteners

Frozen Margarita

Lime or Strawberry (10 servings)

Pink Lemonade (10 servings)

Sweet or Unsweet Tea (10 servings)

Regular or Decaf Coffee (10-12 servings)

Topo Chico

Bottle Water

Ice

IN THE DETAILS

ELEVATE YOUR EXPERIENCE

Queso Fountain with Attendant

This package includes queso for up to 50 guests. Our team will arrive 30 minutes prior to service to set up, and the queso fountain will run for more one hour before it begins to clean up thicker. Extra queso available for an additional charge for larger groups.

Full Service Attendant

This full service option includes a dedicated attendant for 3 hours. They will arrive one hour before your event to set up, including chafing dishes and buffet tables, provide 1 hour of buffet service, and handle buffet cleanup afterward, for the best experience, we recommend one full-service attendant per 50 guests. Please note: A 20% gratuity applies to all full service events.

Onsite Attendant

This 2-hour service provides an onsite attendant to set up and oversee your self serve buffet, ensuring the area stays clean and organized. They will assist guests with dietary questions, maintain food presentation, and handle cleanup, including packing any leftovers, leaving the space just as we found it. For the best experience, we recommend one onsite attendant per 50 guests. Please note: A 20% gratuity applies to all events with an onsite attendant.

Transportation Fee

Fee only applies to Full Service events. Limited to 30 miles from our San Pedro location.

To Place a Catering Order, Call Us At:

281 Location: 210.491.2333 (option 1)

I-10 Location:210.691.8827(option 2)

Planning a private event? Our To-Go specialists are here to help! Contact us at catering@alamocafe.com or call 210.495.4321 to discuss your catering needs.

We are Dedicated to Ensuring Your Event Exceeds Expectations

Our preferred vendor list is available upon request to simplify your planning. Let us know how we can support you in the planning of your event so it’s everything that you hoped it will be.

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BAR MENU

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COCKTAILS

Cucumber Splash

Your new favorite refresher.  Classic rum with muddled cucumber, lime, agave and a splash of Sprite.

Sweet Grapefruit Sunrise

Grapefruit vodka and peach liqueur mixed with fresh lime, pineapple and cranberry for a bright, refreshing cocktail.

Red Sangria

Our take on the classic. Red wine, brandy and orange liqueur mixed with citrus.  Garnished with fresh fruit, bright, fruit-forward, and easy to share.

White Sangria

Crisp and refreshing.  White wine, brandy and peach liqueur mixed with citrus.  Garnished with fresh fruit, it’s the perfect drink for any occasion. 

Ranch Water

The Texas drink. Espolon blanco tequila and fresh lime juice, with a mineral kick.  Garnished with a lime wedge, it’s pure, simple, and undeniably refreshing.

Michelada

Your choice of beer with tomato juice, Worcestershire, hot sauce, fresh lime, and a Tajin rim. 

Peach Tequila Smash

Espolon Reposado, peach, fresh lime, and orange come together for a smooth, bright tequila cocktail with a juicy citrus finish.

Spicy Paloma

A Mexican favorite.  House-made jalapeño tequila with fresh lime and grapefruit juice.  Simple, zesty, and perfect for a sunny day.  

Mexican Lemon Fizz

Light and refreshing.  Lemon vodka, agave, fresh lime juice, and Sprite.

Mezcal Old Fashion

Smoky and sophisticated.  Montelobos mezcal, orange bitters, and agave combine for the perfect earthy balance.  

BOTTLED BEER

Bud Light

Coors Original

Miller Lite

Michelob Ultra

Corona Extra

Modelo Esp.

Heineken 0.0

(Non-Alcoholic)

Budweiser

Coors Light

Lone Star Light

Dos XX Lager

Corona Light

Pacifico

Nutrl

DRAFT BEER

Bud Light

Mic Ultra

Miller Lite

Modelo Esp.

WINE

GLASS / BOTTLE

Cabernet Sauvignon

(Bliss Family Vineyards)

Chardonnay

(Ca’ Momi)

Sauvignon Blanc

(The Ned)

Pinot Grigio

(Casa Ceccato)

MARGARITAS

The Alamo Margarita

12oz / 16 oz

Lime, Strawberry, Mango, or Prickly Pear. Served frozen or on the rocks.

Top Shelf Margarita

12oz / 16 oz

Elevate your margarita experience. Our top shelf margarita is made with 1800 Reposado, Grand Marnier and fresh lime juice. Served frozen or on the rocks.

Skinny Margarita

12oz / 16 oz

Classic flavors, lighter touch. Silver tequila and fresh lime juice. Perfect for those seeking the full margarita experience with a minimalist approach.

Blazing Alamo

A fiery favorite. Made with our in-house jalapeño infused tequila, pineapple juice, lime juice, and sweetened with agave.  Served on the rocks.

Jalapeño Strawberry Margarita

12oz / 16 oz

Sweet meets heat. Made with our in-house jalapeño infused tequila, fresh lime juice, strawberries and fresh jalapeños. Served on the rocks, garnished with a sugared rim.

Spicy Prickly Pear Margarita

Bright and Spicy.  Sweet prickly pear, fresh lime, pineapple, and our in-house jalapeño infused tequila. 

Mexi-tini

For the dirty margarita lover: Espolon Reposado, Grand Marnier, fresh lime, olive juice, a Tajin rim, and an olive garnish.

Beer-Rita

The best of both. Our frozen lime margarita with your choice of Dos Equis or Corona Extra. 

HAPPY HOUR SPECIALS

Monday-Friday | 3:00PM – 6:00PM

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Chicken Quesadilla

Half / Full

Veggie Quesadilla

Half / Full

Chicken Fajita Panchos

Half / Full

Fried Jalapenos

Small / Regular

Draft Beer

Wine

The Alamo Margarita

Regular / Grande

Sizzling fajitas Enchiladas with rice and refried beans Chips with chile con queso A frozen margarita
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