Puesto Mission Valley Menu
Puesto Mission Valley, a Latinx-owned Mexican restaurant located in San Diego, offers a classy and trendy dining experience with a full bar and outdoor seating. The menu features pescatarian and vegan options, with dishes like shrimp tacos and potato taquitos receiving high praise from customers. The restaurant's ambiance is upscale, perfect for a girls' night out or special events. While the food quality and service are exceptional, some customers mention the high prices as a drawback. However, the spicy margaritas and unique twists on traditional Mexican dishes, like pomegranate guacamole, keep patrons coming back for more. Overall, Puesto Mission Valley stands out for its beautiful space, great food, and attentive staff, making it a top choice for Mexican cuisine lovers in the area.
Take Away
Chips & Molcajete Salsa
Allergy/Diet Info: V+. Upgrade to Chef's salsa bar (four housemade salsas) for an additional charge; Allergy/Diet Info: V+
Potato Taquitos
Corn tortilla, queso fresco, guacamole, salsa fresca, sesame black garlic chile oil. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V
Chicken Flautas
Corn tortilla, queso fresco, guacamole, crema, spicy tomatillo-árbol salsa, sesame black garlic chile oil. Allergy/Diet Info: GF
Chicharrones
Crackling pork magic, chile, lime. Allergy/Diet Info: GF
Shrimp Gobernador Quesadilla
flour tortilla, crispy melted cheese, Mexican shrimp, poblano, pickled red onion, jalapeño salsa
Squash Blossom Quesadilla
Blue corn tortilla, squash blossom, jamaica tinga, queso quesadilla, spicy tomatillo-árbol salsa. Allergy/Diet Info: GF
Passionfruit & Mango Shrimp Ceviche
Mexican shrimp, passionfruit, mango, avocado, sesame black garlic chile oil. Allergy/Diet Info: GF
Ceviche Verde
Local line-caught fish, cucumber, serrano, radish, avocado, Japanese peanuts. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, P, N
Classic
Avocado, cilantro, onion, fresh squeezed lime & orange. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V+
Puesto Perfect
Classic + Parmigiano-Reggiano. Allergy/Diet Info: GF
Nogada
Classic + pomegranate, mango pico de gallo, chile de árbol, candied walnuts. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V+, N
Lobster
classic + Maine lobster, jalapeño pico, cilantro serrano crema, crispy onions & ancho chiles
Filet Mignon
Flour tortilla, crispy melted cheese, marinated filet mignon, herb lime rice, avocado. Spicy pistachio serrano salsa served on the side
Chicken Al Pastor
flour tortilla, crispy melted cheese, braised free range Jidori chicken, hibiscus & chipotle tinga, piña habanero pico, herb lime rice, avocado
Carnitas
flour tortilla, crispy melted cheese, traditionally braised Salmon Creek Farms pork, herb lime rice, guacamole
Short Rib Quesabirria
flour tortilla, crispy melted cheese, herb lime rice, pickled onions, guacamole
Mushroom
flour tortilla, crispy melted cheese, garlic braised seasonal mushrooms, pickled onions, herb lime rice, avocado
Chopped
Radicchio, kale, candied walnuts, corn, tomato, avocado, Parmigiano-Reggiano, house vinaigrette. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V, N
Caesar
gem lettuce, kale, Parmigiano-Reggiano, sourdough croutons, Calabrian chile, crunchy seeds
Verduras
Rajas, tatume squash, papas, corn & tomato, garlic braised seasonal mushrooms. Allergy/Diet Info: V
Grilled Shrimp
Guajillo shrimp. Allergy/Diet Info: GF
Spring Lamb Barbacoa
Traditionally braised leg of lamb, mint avocado salsa, nopales pico, herb salad. Allergy/Diet Info: GF
Tamarindo Shrimp
Crispy shrimp, tamarindo-chile sauce, classic guacamole. Allergy/Diet Info: GF
Baja Fish
Puesto beer battered local line-caught fish, shredded cabbage, classic guacamole, crema, Morita salsa
Ribeye
marinated ribeye, asada pico, tomatillo arbol salsa, queso fresco
Pozole
Crispy melted cheese, braised Salmon Creek Farms pork, avocado, cabbage, radish, cilantro, crunchy hominy. Allergy/Diet Info: GF
Herb Lime Rice
Steamed with epazote & cilantro. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V
Traditional Black Beans
Classically prepared with epazote, sofrito & queso fresco. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V
Esquite
Grilled corn, chile, lime, queso Cotija, crema. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V
Tres Leches De Cafe
Contains a small amount of alcohol. Mascarpone whip, strawberry coulis, coffee liqueur
Puesto Soft Serve Ice Cream
Flavors: Melon - chamoy, tajin. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V+. Caramelized Banana - Cocoa nibs, hazelnuts, Maldon salt. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V, N
V
Vegetarian
These menu items are served raw or undercooked, or contain or may contain raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions
GF
Gluten-free designated menu items do not contain gluten, but are cooked in a kitchen that contains gluten
N
Contains nuts
P
Peanuts are present
Código Rosa X Puesto Private Reserve (L)
Olmeca Altos Blanco (L)
Volcán Blanco
Casa Noble Blanco
Copas Blanco
Fortaleza Blanco
Casamigos Blanco (L)
Don Julio Reposado
Casa Noble Añejo
Ocho Reposado
Siete Leguas Añejo
El Tesoro Paradiso Extra Añejo
Don Julio
Del Maguey Vida
Banhez Pechuga
Bozal Barril
El Jolgorio Madrecuishe
Puesto Perfect Margarita Party To Go
Reposado tequila, fresh lime, organic agave nectar. Serves three to four
Mexican Coke
Jarritos
Mandarin, Tamarind, or Grapefruit
Agua De Piedra
still or sparkling
Fever Tree
Ginger Beer or Grapefruit
Puesto Clara .% ABV
A traditional Mexican style light lager with crisp malt flavor, hints of corn, and pleasant bitterness from Noble hops. A clean and refreshing beer
Puesto Amber .% ABV
A lager paying homage to the early days of Mexican brewing. Vienna malts and corn combine for a light and toasty body. A balanced beer with subtle bitterness and a smooth, refreshing finish
Puesto Negra (Gabf Silver Medalist) .% ABV
A smooth, dark Mexican style lager. Roasted malts make for a beer rich in flavor, yet light in texture, with a balanced finish
Puesto IPA (Rotating) .% ABV
A hoppy ale using rotating hop and malt varieties (ask your server for details of the current offering)
Puesto Navidad .% ABV
A strong, full bodied, Mexican style bock beer. Combining spice from German hops with a dark toasted malt character for a perfect winter brew
oz Growler
Refill any growler with us for an additional charge
Mango
with orange & lime
Passionfruit
with pineapple & lime
Chips & Molcajete Salsa
Allergy/Diet Info: V+. Upgrade to Chef's salsa bar (four housemade salsas) for an additional charge; Allergy/Diet Info: V+
Potato Taquitos
Corn tortilla, queso fresco, guacamole, salsa fresca, sesame black garlic chile oil. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V
Chicken Flautas
Corn tortilla, queso fresco, guacamole, crema, spicy tomatillo-árbol salsa, sesame black garlic chile oil. Allergy/Diet Info: GF
Chicharrones
Crackling pork magic, chile, lime. Allergy/Diet Info: GF
Shrimp Gobernador Quesadilla
flour tortilla, crispy melted cheese, Mexican shrimp, poblano, pickled red onion, jalapeño salsa
Squash Blossom Quesadilla
Blue corn tortilla, squash blossom, jamaica tinga, queso quesadilla, spicy tomatillo-árbol salsa. Allergy/Diet Info: GF
Classic Guacamole
Avocado, cilantro, onion, fresh squeezed lime & orange. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V+
Puesto Perfect
Classic guacamole + Parmigiano-Reggiano. Allergy/Diet Info: GF
Nogada
Classic guacamole + pomegranate, mango pico de gallo, chile de árbol, candied walnuts. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V+, N
Lobster
classic guacamole + Maine lobster, jalapeño pico, cilantro serrano crema, crispy onions & ancho chiles
Passionfruit & Mango Shrimp Ceviche
Mexican shrimp, passionfruit, mango, avocado, sesame black garlic chile oil. Allergy/Diet Info: GF
Ceviche Verde
Local line-caught fish, cucumber, serrano, radish, avocado, Japanese peanuts. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, P, N
Chicken Al Pastor
Crispy melted cheese, braised free range Jidori chicken, hibiscus & chipotle tinga, avocado, piña habanero pico. Allergy/Diet Info: GF
Spring Lamb Barbacoa
Traditionally braised leg of lamb, mint avocado salsa, nopales pico, herb salad. Allergy/Diet Info: GF
Tamarindo Shrimp
Crispy shrimp, tamarindo-chile sauce, classic guacamole. Allergy/Diet Info: GF
Baja Fish
Puesto beer battered local line-caught fish, shredded cabbage, classic guacamole, crema, Morita salsa
Short Rib Quesabirria
Crispy melted cheese, Jalisco salsa, pickled radish, classic guacamole. Allergy/Diet Info: GF
Ribeye
marinated ribeye, asada pico, tomatillo arbol salsa, queso fresco
Filet Mignon
Crispy melted cheese, marinated filet mignon, avocado, spicy pistachio serrano salsa. Allergy/Diet Info: N
Carnitas
Crispy melted cheese, traditionally braised Salmon Creek Farms pork, tomatillo salsa, avocado. Allergy/Diet Info: GF
Pozole
Crispy melted cheese, braised Salmon Creek Farms pork, avocado, cabbage, radish, cilantro, crunchy hominy. Allergy/Diet Info: GF
Mushroom
Crispy melted cheese, garlic braised seasonal mushrooms, pickled onions, stone fruit serrano salsa, hearts on fire. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V
Verduras
Crispy melted cheese, rajas, tatume squash, papas, corn & tomato, nopales, avocado, jalapeño, zucchini blossom. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V
Chopped
Radicchio, kale, candied walnuts, corn, tomato, avocado, Parmigiano-Reggiano, house vinaigrette. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V, N
Caesar
gem lettuce, kale, Parmigiano-Reggiano, sourdough croutons, Calabrian chile, crunchy seeds
Grilled Shrimp
Guajillo shrimp, rice, beans, esquite, cabbage, pickled onions, guacamole, salsa. Allergy/Diet Info: GF
Enchiladas Suizas
free range Jidori chicken, chile verde sauce, Oaxacan style cheese, Mexican crema, pickled red onion, avocado
Short Rib Enchiladas
Chile braised short rib, tomato, guajillo pepper, Oaxacan style cheese, Mexican crema, avocado. Allergy/Diet Info: GF
Herb Lime Rice
Steamed with epazote & cilantro. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V
Traditional Black Beans
Classically prepared with epazote, sofrito & queso fresco. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V
Esquite
Grilled corn, chile, lime, queso Cotija, crema. Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V
V
Vegetarian
These menu items are served raw or undercooked, or contain or may contain raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions
GF
Gluten-free designated menu items do not contain gluten, but are cooked in a kitchen that contains gluten
N
Contains nuts
P
Peanuts are present
Puesto Clara .% ABV
Traditional Mexican style light lager. A clean and refreshing beer
Puesto Amber .% ABV
Pays homage to the early days of Mexican brewing. A balanced beer with subtle bitterness and a smooth, refreshing finish
Puesto Negra (GABF Silver Medalist) .% ABV
A smooth, dark Mexican style lager. Rich in flavor, yet light in texture, with a balanced finish
Puesto IPA (Rotating) .% ABV
A hoppy ale using rotating hop and malt varieties (ask your server for details of the current offering)
Puesto Cinco Pilsner .% ABV
A Mexican style pilsner using pale Skagit pilsner malts, noble Saaz and Hallertauer Blanc hops for a subtle bitter and balanced beer
Puesto Perfect Michelada
Puesto Clara Lager, house made clamato, chamoy, mango, fresh lime
Flight Of Four
Individual oz samples also available
oz Growler
Take out only. Refill any growler with us for an additional charge
Rosé, Tres Raíces, Grenache & Caladoc, San Miguel De Allende, MX
White, Bruma Plan B, Sauvignon Blanc, Valle De Guadalupe, MX
White, Chateau Camou, Chardonnay, Valle De Guadalupe, MX
Red, Palafox Pionero, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot & Tempranillo, Valle De La Grulla, MX
House Red
House White
House Rosé
House Bubbles
Mango Margarita
Olmeca Altos reposado tequila, mango, fresh lime. Frozen or on the rocks
Hot Sauce
blanco tequila, pineapple juice, cucumber, fresh lime, habanero
Cadillac
Siete Leguas blanco tequila, Grand Marnier, fresh lime
Guava Margarita
Siete Leguas blanco tequila, guava, fresh lime, almond cordial. Allergy/Diet Info: N
Strawberry Margarita
El Tesoro blanco tequila, strawberry, fresh lime
Cucumber Margarita
El Tesoro blanco tequila, cucumber, fresh lime
Watermelon Margarita
Del Maguey Vida mezcal, watermelon, fresh lime
Passionfruit Margarita
Patrón blanco tequila, passionfruit, fresh lime
Coconut Margarita
reposado tequila, coconut, fresh lime
Fruit Cart
Patrón blanco tequila, mango, pineapple, watermelon, cucumber, chamoy, Tajín
Tequila Flight
Patrón Blanco / Patrón Reposado / Patrón Añejo
Private Batch Mezcal Flight
Neta Tequilana / El Jolgorio Tepeztate / Sentidos Puntas
Ranch Water
Arette blanco tequila, Cointreau, fresh lime, Fever Tree sparkling spring water
Paloma
Cascahuín blanco tequila, Fever Tree grapefruit soda, fresh lime
Espresso Martini
Grey Goose vodka, espresso
Passionfruit Mule
Grey Goose vodka, passionfruit, cucumber, fresh lime, Fever Tree ginger beer
Old Fashioned
Buffalo Trace bourbon, bitters, sugar, nothing else. Level up to Puesto's Private Blanton's Barrel bourbon for an additional charge
Mojito
Puesto's aged white rum blend by Ed Hamilton, mint, fresh lime, sparkling water
Piña Colada
Bacardí Reserva Ocho rum, coconut cordial, pineapple, fresh lime
Watermelon
Mango
Pineapple
Mal Bien, Espadín
Vago Elote, Espadín
Unión El Viejo, Espadín & Tobalá
Del Maguey Chichicapa, Espadín
Bozal, Barril
Fidencio Pechuga, Espadín
El Jolgorio, Tobalá
Banhez, Jabalí
El Tesoro, Blanco
Patrón, Blanco
Arette, Reposado
Siete Leguas, Reposado
Copas, Añejo
Gran Patrón Burdeos, Añejo
El Tesoro Paradiso, Extra Añejo
Tears Of Llorona, Extra Añejo
Passionfruit
with pineapple & lime
Horchata
Spring Lamb Barbacoapuesto's Single Origin Oaxacan Coffee
Roasted by Coffee & Tea Collective
Food & Drinks
Kids
Chicken
crispy melted cheese, free range Jidori chicken, avocado
Veggie
crispy melted cheese, rajas, tatume squash, papas, corn & tomato, avocado, crema
Carnitas
traditionally braised Salmon Creek Farms pork, crispy melted cheese, avocado
Baja Fish
battered local line-caught fish, shredded cabbage, avocado, crema
Quesadilla
melted cheese
Passionfruit
with pineapple & lime
Watermelon
with hibiscus & lime
Pineapple
with cucumber & lime
Horchata
Scoop Of Ice Cream
Puesto Soft Serve Ice Cream
Melon - chamoy, tajin (Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V+); Caramelized Banana - cocoa nibs, hazelnuts, Maldon salt (Allergy/Diet Info: GF, V, N)
Tres Leches De Café
Mascarpone whip, strawberry coulis, coffee liqueur. Allergy/Diet Info: V. Contains a small amount of alcohol
Strawberry & Cream
Rice pudding, strawberry, passion fruit, vanilla. Allergy/Diet Info: V
Chocolate Bread Pudding (Family Size)
Rompope anglaise, Bobboi Natural Gelato. Baked to order
Puesto's Single Origin Oaxacan Coffee
Roasted by Coffee & Tea Collective
GF
Gluten-free designated menu items do not contain gluten, but are cooked in a kitchen that contains gluten
V+
Vegan
N
Contains nuts
Dessert
Wine & Spirits
Rosé, Tres Raíces, Grenache & Caladoc, , San Miguel De Allende, MX
White, Bruma Plan B, Sauvignon Blanc, , Valle De Guadalupe, MX
White, Chateau Camou, Chardonnay, , Valle De Guadalupe, MX
Red, Palafox, Palafox Pionero, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot & Tempranillo, , Valle De Grulla, MX
Meiomi, Pinot Noir, Coastal California
The Prisoner, Zinfandel Blend, Napa
Simi Alexander Valley, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma
Robert Mondavi, Chardonnay, Napa
Veuve Clicquot, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay & Meunier, NV
Dom Pérignon, Pinot Noir & Chardonnay,
Grey Goose
Ketel One
Chopin
Tito's
Ford's
Bombay Dry
Bombay Sapphire
Mulholland
Sipsmith
Uncle Val's Restorative
Hendrick's
Few Breakfast
Monkey
Buffalo Trace
Woodford Reserve
Eagle Rare
Old Bardstown Estate
Angel's Envy
Rowan's Creek
Noah's Mill
Booker's
Rittenhouse
Whistlepig Year
Angel's Envy Rye
Johnnie Walker Black Label
Teeling Irish Whiskey
Nikka From The Barrel
Hakushu Year
Johnnie Walker Blue Label
Glenlivet Year
Laphroaig Year
Balvenie Year Doublewood
Macallan Year
Springbank Year
Puesto's Hamilton Aged White Rum Blend
Bacardi Year
Bacardi
Mount Gay Black Barrel
Real Mccoy Year
Smith And Cross
Appleton Year
Clément VSOP
El Dorado Year
Plantation Trinidad Kilchoman Cask
Barsol Quebranta Pisco
Laird's / Year Apple Brandy
Hennessy VS Cognac
Rémy Martin VSOP Cognac
Tequila Flight
Three / oz. pours. Patrón Blanco, Patrón Reposado, Patrón Añejo
Altos
Angelisco
Espolòn
Cascahuín
Azunia
Casa Noble
Partida
El Tesoro
Patrón
Código
Tapatio
Fortaleza
Siete Leguas
Don Julio
Volcán
Don Lorenzo
Copas
Ocho
Código Rosa
Casamigos
Casa Dragones
Fuenteseca Cosecha
Siembra Valles Ancestral
Casa Dragones Joven
Arette
Chinaco
Don Fulano
Roca Patrón
Volcán Cristalino
Patrón Sherry Cask
Gran Patrón Burdeos
San Matias
El Tesoro Paradiso
José Cuervo Reserva De La Familia
Milenio
Don Pilar
Siete Leguas D'Antano
Tears Of Llorona
Partida Elegante
Fuenteseca Year
Mezcal Flight
Three / oz. pours. El Jolgorio Madrecuishe, Banhez Jabalí, Yuu Baal Añejo
Del Maguey Vida, Espadín
El Silencio, Espadín
Mal Bien, Espadín
Unión Uno, Espadín & Cirial
Yuu Baal Joven, Espadín
Madre, Espadín
Alipús San Juan Del Rio, Espadín
Unión Viejo, Espadín & Tobalá
Conejos, Espadín
Yuu Baal Añejo, Espadín
Nuestra Soledad San Baltazar, Espadín
Creyente, Espadín
Vago Elote, Espadín Vegan "Pechuga"
with roasted corn
Del Maguey Chichicapa, Espadín
El Silencio Ensamble, Espadín, Mexicano, & Tobasiche
Bozal, Tobasiche (Wild)
Del Maguey San Luis Del Rio, Espadín
Pierde Almas, Espadín
Pierde Almas + Botanicals, Espadín
Marca Negra, Tepeztate (Wild)
Bozal, Jabalí (Ancestral)
Fidencio Pechuga, Espadín
Banhez Pechuga, Espadín
El Jolgorio, Barril (Wild)
Banhez, Arroqueño
Bozal, Tobalá (Ancestral)
Yuu Baal, Madrecuishe
Del Maguey, Tobalá (Wild)
El Jolgorio, Tobalá (Wild)
El Jolgorio, Madrecuishe
El Jolgorio, Tepeztate (Wild)
El Jolgorio, Tobaziche (Wild)
Banhez, Jabalí (Wild)
El Jolgorio Pechuga, Espadín
El Jolgorio, Arroqueño (Wild)
Mezonte Japo Raicilla, Amarillo
La Venenosa Puntas Raicilla, Maximiliana
Mezonte Jalisco Raicilla, Alineño & Cimarrón
Mezonte Tepe Raicilla, Cenzino (Ancestral)
Mezonte Michoacán, Alto
Wild
Harvested from wild agave plants
Ancestral
Traditionally produced without the use of industrial equipment. Agave hearts must be roasted in an underground pit oven and crushed by hand or a stone wheel. Then they are fermented in stone, earth, wood, or clay containers and distilled with the agave fibers in a clay still
