Paraiso - Mexican Restaurant Taqueria & Mezcaleria Menu
Welcome to the Paraiso - Mexican Restaurant Taqueria & Mezcaleria Menu, a vibrant spot where the bold flavors of Mexico come to life. Located at 1101 Pennsylvania Ave. SE Unit 1, Washington, DC, this cozy taqueria and mezcaleria offers an unforgettable dining experience. You’ll find a diverse selection of mouthwatering tacos, from traditional carne asada to adventurous veggie options, all crafted with fresh ingredients and authentic Mexican spices. For those looking to try something new, Paraiso's mezcal offerings are perfect for sipping or pairing with your meal. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty dish or a light snack, there’s something on the menu to suit every taste. Plus, the relaxed, welcoming atmosphere makes it the ideal spot to enjoy great food with friends and family.
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Starters (Lunch and Dinner)
Mejillones En Curry
MUSSELS IN SPICY COCONUT CURRY, BLUE HEIRLOOM CORN BREAD (GF)
Guacamole
Macha Mango / Charcoal Tomatillo / Cangrejo
Guacamole Trio
MACHA MANGO (V) / CHARCOAL TOMATILLO (V) / CANGREJO (CRAB)
Chips Trio
Morita, chichilmoli, salsa verde criolla (veg) - served with chips
Ensalada Paraiso
Romaine, cherry tomatoes, queso cotija, cilantro ranch dressing, pepitas, chef suggestion to add protein
Ceviche Acapulco
RED SNAPPER, AVOCADO, RED ONIONS, CHERRY TOMATOES, TOMATOES, CUCUMBERS, CILANTRO, CHILE QUEBRADO, BLOOD ORANGE HIBISCUS SAUCE
Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad
TART CHERRIES, YUZU VINAIGRETTE, SPICED ALMONDS, CHERRY TOMATOES, QUESO COTIJA (G
Duck Wonton Tortilla Soup
TRES CHILES BROTH, GROUND DUCK AND CHICKEN WONTONS, AVOCADO, CREMA, QUESO COTIJO
Duck Gyoza Curry Verde
SEARED DUCK GYOZAS, CILANTRO JALAPENO CURRY, HERBS, ROASTED KABOCHA
Camaron Wontons
SHRIMP WONTONS, CHILI CRISP GARLIC SAUCE, PAN SEARED SHRIMP WONTONS, HERB SALAD, SALSA MACHA
Tuna Salad
AHI TUNA TATAKI, HERB SALAD, YUZU VINAIGRETTE, ORANGE WEDGES, ROASTED KABOCHA, CRISPY SHALLOTS
Hamachi Crudo Tostada
YELLOWTAIL HAMACHI, GUAJILLO PASSION FRUIT VINAIGRETTE, AVOCADO, HERB SALAD, CRISPY SHALLOTS
Aguachile de Camaron
SHRIMP, CILANTRO SERRANO AGUACHILE, CUCUMBER, AVOCADO, CHILI CRISP OIL, CRISPY ONIONS
Mains (Lunch and Dinner)
Beef Short Rib
Braised short rib, mole verde
Chicken Mole
Half roasted chicken served over plantains with our house made mole negro
Branzino a la Brasa
BRANZINO STUFFED WITH JUMBO LUMP CRAB, PEPITA SAUCE, MACHA OIL, CHARRED LEMON
Mexican Bowl
Rice, lettuce, grilled corn, pico de gallo, avocado, crema, black beans, pickled red onions, queso cotija.
Enchiladas Verdes
Three enchiladas de pollo, gratinated Mexican cheese, creamy salsa verde, crema, romaine lettuce, cotija cheese, side of pinto beans
Avocado Salad con Carnitas
CRISPY CARNITAS, HALF AVOCADO STUFFED WITH ROASTED CORN AND GRATINATED CHEESE, CHERRY TOMATO, RED PICKLED DAIKON, RED ONION, FETA CHEESE
Tetelas de Papas
POTATO, OYSTER MUSHROOM AND QUESO STUFFED TETEALAS, MOLE TRADICIONAL, CREMA, QUESO COTIJA (VEG
NY Strip Steak
CACAO ENCRUSTED NY STRIP STEAK, CARAMELIZED NAPA CABBAGE, AU POIVRE SAUC
Burritos (Lunch and Dinner)
Al Pastor Burrito
10" Flour tortilla, Braised pork shoulder, grilled pineapple relish, poblano peppers. served with cook salsa verde.
Carne Asada Burrito
Carne asada, rice, grilled scallions, avocado sauce, radish, pico escabeche, tortilla chips and salsa molcajete.
Carnitas Burrito
Carnitas, rice, habanero, tortilla chips and salsa molcajete.
Cauliflower Burrito
Crispy cauliflower, rice, pico de gallo, chipotle aioli, avocado sauce, grilled scallions, tortilla chips and salsa molcajete
Chicken Burrito
Grilled chicken, rice, pico de gallo, chihuahua sauce, tortilla chips and salsa molcajete.
Shrimp Burrito
Grilled shrimp, rice, mango relish, salsa habanero, tortilla chips and salsa molcajete.
Quesadillas (Lunch and Dinner)
Al Pastor Quesadilla
10" flour tortilla, Mexican cheese blend, al pastor pork Shoulder, roasted poblano pepper, grilled pineapple pico, cilantro. Served with chips and salsa morita.
Carnitas Quesadilla
10" flour tortilla, Mexican cheese blend, Carnitas braised pork shoulder, pickled red onions, habanero salsa, pork rind crumbs, cilantro. Served with chips and salsa morita.
Cauliflower Quesadilla
flour tortilla, Mexican cheese blend, roasted cauliflower, pico de gallo, chipotle aioli, crispy plantains crumbs. Served with chips and salsa morita.
Chicken Quesadilla
10" flour tortilla, Mexican cheese blend, adobo grilled chicken, pico de gallo, cotija cheese, chipotle aioli. Served with chips and salsa morita.
Quesadilla Tres Quesos
Mexican Cheese blend, served with chip and salsa
Shrimp Quesadilla
10" flour tortilla, Mexican cheese blend, grilled shrimp seasoned with 7 spices, mango relish, mango habanero pico, cilantro. Served with chips and salsa morita.
Steak Quesadilla
10" flour tortilla, Mexican cheese blend, Carne asada, avocado sauce, grilled scallions, cilantro, chiles escabeche. Served with chips and salsa morita.
Barbacoa Quesadilla
Braised lamb, onions, avocado sauce, consommé
Tacos (Lunch and Dinner)
10 Taco Box
10 tacos of your choice - mix and match!
20 Taco Box
20 tacos of your choice - mix and match!
Taco Combo
3 tacos of your choice, served with a side of refried pinto beans & Mexican rice.
Taco Trio
3 tacos of your choice. Mix & match
Sides (Lunch and Dinner)
Mexican Rice
Mexican Rice
Brussels Sprouts
Spicy cashew butter, mole crumbles, avocado, escabeche
Black Beans
Mexican beans
Pinto Beans
Refrito beans
Plátanos y Queso Cotija
Fried plantains
Yuca Frita
Esquite
Mexican street corn
Desserts (Lunch and Dinner)
Torre de Chocolate
COCOA CAKE, CACAO MOUSSE, FRESH BERRIES, CARAMELIZED PECANS (GF)
Tres Leches
MERENGUE, DULCE DE LECHE, WHITE CHOCOLATE
La Mora (Vegan)
TIERRA DE CHOCOLATE, CASHEW AND BERRIES BUTTER, CREAM CHEESE VEGAN, BLUEBERRY, RASPBERRY, PISTACHIO CRUST (vegan)
Cocktails To-Go (Lunch and Dinner)
Classic Lime Margarita
traditional lime flavored - all of our cocktails come with salt and dehydrated fruit.
El Diablo
blood orange and habanero flavored - all of our cocktails come with salt and dehydrated fruit.
Jamaica Margarita
hibiscus flavored - all of our cocktails come with salt and dehydrated fruit.
Passion Fruit Margarita
passion fruit flavored - all of our cocktails come with salt and dehydrated fruit.
N/A Beverages To-Go (Lunch and Dinner)
Hibiscus Tea 12oz
Hiscus flowers, hibiscus syrup
Horchata 12oz
almond, rice, cinnamon **contains almond milk
Homemade Lemonade 12oz
fresh lemonade, made in-house
Mexican Coke
Coca-Cola Original Taste — the crisp, refreshing taste you know and love
Mexican Sprite
Classic, cool, crisp lemon-lime flavored taste that's caffeine free
Diet Coke
Take a Diet Coke break with this refreshing, no-calorie soft drink
Ginger Ale
Saratoga Sparkling Water 750oz
Saratoga Still Water 750oz
Topo Chico Sparkling Water, 12oz
Topo Chico has always been known for the legend surrounding its origins. Whether you believe in the legend or not, you'll still be able to enjoy the crisp, no-calorie taste of Topo Chico.
Coffee (Lunch and Dinner)
Americano
Cappuccino
Latte
Iced Americano
Iced Latte
Espresso
Cold Brew
Brewed Coffee
Chai Latte
Cafe de Olla
Cafe de Paraiso
Our signature coffee made with house-made horchata. Contains almond milk.
Matcha Latte
Wines (Lunch and Dinner)
Chateau Vartely Cabernet Sauvignon (bottle)
Natural high quality seasoned red wine. Made from selected Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, grown in the southern part of Moldova. The wine has a ruby red color with garnet reflex. The scent is reminiscent of a large part of the berries as dewberry, str...
Chateau Vartely Sauvignon Blanc (bottle)
Château Vartely Sauvignon Blanc is a generous bouquet of fresh aromas dominated by invigorating citrus notes. Its pleasant taste leaves a faint memory of black currant leaves. The grapes are harvested in vineyards in the heart of Moldova's Codru r...
Starters (Brunch)
Guacamole
Macha Mango / Charcoal Tomatillo / Cangrejo
Guacamole Trio
MACHA MANGO (V) / CHARCOAL TOMATILLO (V) / CANGREJO (CRAB)
Chips Trio
Morita, chichilmoli, salsa verde criolla (veg) - served with chips
Mejillones En Curry
MUSSELS IN SPICY COCONUT CURRY, BLUE HEIRLOOM CORN BREAD (GF)
Ensalada Paraiso
Romaine, cherry tomatoes, queso cotija, cilantro ranch dressing, pepitas, chef suggestion to add protein
Sopa de Tortilla
Tres chiles broth, grilled chicken adobo, crispy tortilla strips, crema, chile pasilla negro, queso cotija
Aguachile de Camaron
SHRIMP, CILANTRO SERRANO AGUACHILE, CUCUMBER, AVOCADO, CHILI CRISP OIL, CRISPY ONIONS
Hamachi Crudo Tostada
YELLOWTAIL HAMACHI, GUAJILLO PASSION FRUIT VINAIGRETTE, AVOCADO, HERB SALAD, CRISPY SHALLOTS
Tuna Salad
AHI TUNA TATAKI, HERB SALAD, YUZU VINAIGRETTE, ORANGE WEDGES, ROASTED KABOCHA, CRISPY SHALLOTS
Camaron Wontons
SHRIMP WONTONS, CHILI CRISPY GARLIC SAUCE, PAN SEARED SHRIMP WONTONS, HERB SALAD, SALSA MACHA
Mains (Brunch)
Steak Con Huevos
Hanger steak (7oz) marinated in adobo sauce, house made macha potatoes, sliced avocado, two eggs, corn tostadas, dried mole, cotija cheese
Omelette de Verduras
Three eggs omelet, potatoes, cauliflower, tomato, mole verde, ensalada (v)
El Benedicto
Two housemade sopes, refried pinto beans, carnitas con morita sauce, poached eggs, Hollandaise sauce
Avocado Salad con Carnitas
Half avocado stuffed with roasted corn and gratinated cheese, crispy carnitas, cherry tomato, red pickled daikon, red onion, and feta cheese
Taquitos de Papas
Three crispy flautas with papas con queso, morita refried pinto beans, red and green cabbage salad , red beet honey lime, cilantro (v)
Chilaquiles (Brunch)
Chilaquiles - Red Sauce
Chilaquiles - Green Sauce
Pastries (Brunch)
Tres Leches
MERENGUE, DULCE DE LECHE
Torre de Chocolate
COCOA CAKE, CACAO MOUSSE, FRESH BERRIES, CARAMELIZED PECANS (GF)
La Mora Cheesecake (vegan)
Lost sock roasters Coffee (Brunch)
Americano
Cappuccino
Latte
Iced Americano
Iced Latte
Espresso
Cold Brew
Brewed Coffee
Chai Latte
Cafe de Olla
Cafe de Paraiso
Our signature coffee made with house-made horchata. Contains almond milk.
Matcha Latte
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