PureTaco Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to PureTaco, an innovative taco destination located in Carlsbad, CA. With a menu that transcends the ordinary, PureTaco offers a delightful fusion of bold flavors and fresh ingredients. Highlights include their Citrus Braised Pork Burrito, featuring slow-braised pork complemented by guacamole and cilantro basmati rice for a savory treat at $10.95. For those seeking something a bit different, the Baja Fish Burrito pairs seasoned beer-battered fish with refreshing cilantro slaw, priced at just $10.25.
Don’t miss their mouthwatering Chili, available in various sizes, or the unique taco offerings, praised for their freshness and originality. Customers rave about the friendly service and vibrant atmosphere, making it a perfect spot for lunch or dinner. Whether you're dining in or taking out, PureTaco promises an experience that celebrates the joy of great food and community.
Starters
Chips & Salsa
Homemade chips and salsa
Chips & Guacamole
Fresh, local avocado with cilantro, tomato, onion, lime juice and homemade chips
Chips, Salsa & Guacamole
Fresh, local avocado with cilantro, tomato, onion, lime juice, and homemade chips and salsa
Chips & Queso
Homemade chips and queso
Corn In A Cup
Local charred corn with aioli, jalapeno, lime, tajin, cotija cheese and cilantro
Purely Loaded Nachos
Homemade tortilla chips with guacamole, salsa fresca, cilantro, house made queso and seasoned black beans
Ahi Poke Nachos
Flour tortilla chips with Ahi poke, English cucumber, diced local avocado, shaved radish and green onion, finished with a drizzle of chipotle aioli and black sesame seeds
Chipotle Chicken Quesadilla
Citrus marinated chicken with adobo sauce, grilled onions, and our mexican cheese blend. Served with salsa fresca, guacamole, and sour cream
Large Cheese Quesadilla
Tenders And Fries
Carnitas Fries**
Crispy french fries topped with our citrus braised Carnitas, melted Mexican cheese blend, homemade salsa fresca, guacamole, pickled onion, and finished with a chipotle crema.
Chili 8oz Cup
Chili Bowl
Chili Fries
Tortilla Soup 8oz Cup
Tortilla Soup Bowl
Soup/Chili
Pure Tacos
2 Baja Fish Tacos
Baja Fish Taco
Seasonal beer battered white fish with cilantro slaw, crema and salsa fresca
Korean Pork Bo Ssam Taco
Braised pork with cilantro, sliced local avocado, ssamjang, shaved radish, red onion on a fresh pressed corn tortilla
Green Currry Shrimp Taco
Grilled shrimp, organic grilled zucchini, organic green cabbage, Thai basil, mint, cilantro and green curry on a fresh flour tortilla
Pho Beef Taco
Grilled steak with pho aioli, pickled cucumber, mint, cilantro, Thai basil and serranos. Drizzled with hoisin and sriracha on a fresh flour tortilla
Veggie Taco
Grilled organic zucchini, chimicurri marinated portobello mushroom, squash blossom, organic pickled onion, with salsa macha and salsa verde on a fresh pressed corn tortilla
Grilled Steak Taco
Grilled steak topped with diced onion, cilantro, guacamole and tomatillo salsa on a fresh pressed corn tortilla
Pulled Chicken Taco
Shredded chicken topped with diced onion, cilantro, guacamole and tomatillo salsa on a fresh pressed corn tortilla
Pastor Taco
Chili rubbed pork topped with diced onion, cilantro, fresh cut pineapple and tomatillo salsa on a fresh pressed corn tortilla
Citrus Braised Pork Taco
Citrus braised pork topped with guacamole, salsa fresca, and cilantro on a fresh pressed corn tortilla
Grilled Fish Taco
Sustainable Mahi Mahi with cilantro slaw, crema and salsa fresca on a fresh pressed corn tortilla
Simply Grilled Shrimp Taco
Grilled shrimp, chipotle aioli, cilantro slaw, salsa fresca on a fresh flour tortilla
Philly Taco
BBQ Brisket
Traditional 1/2 Flight
One of each: Grilled Steak, Pulled Chicken, Pastor and Citrus Braised Pork
Global 1/2 Flight
One of each: Pho Beef, Green Curry Shrimp, Korean Pork Bo Ssam and Veggie
Full Flight All
One of Each: Grilled Steak, Pulled Chicken, Pastor, Citrus Braised Pork, Pho Beef, Green Curry Shrimp, Korean Pork Bo Ssam, Veggie, and Grilled Fish
Shredded Chicken Taco**
Citrus marinated grilled chicken topped with diced onion, cilantro, guacamole and salsa verde
Pure Greens
Mixed greens, local roasted corn, organic pickled onion, organic shredded carrots, cotija cheese and tortilla chips. Served with a serrano vinaigrette
Cali Cobb
Mixed greens with citrus marinated chicken, local roasted corn, organic pickled onion, organic shredded carrots, avocado, cilantro, panela and cotija cheese tossed in a chipotle ranch dressing
TJ Caesar
Romaine lettuce, parmesan cheese and pepitas with homemade croutons tossed in our homemade Caesar dressing
Chicken Tikka Masala Bowl
Shredded tikka masala chicken over a bed of cilantro basmati rice with curry aioli, organic purple onion, shiitake mushroom, diced tomato and cilantro. Served with a fresh flour tortilla
Pork Shoulder Rice Bowl
Slow braised pork, organic purple onion, shaved radish, cilantro, serrano peppers and salsa verde over cilantro basmati rice
Salmon Bowl
Salads & Bowls
Burritos
California Burrito
Grilled steak with crispy french fries, guacamole, Mexican cheese blend and salsa fresca
Pulled Chicken Burrito
Shredded marinated chicken with cilantro basmati rice, crisp shredded lettuce, guacamole, a Mexican cheese blend and salsa fresca
Citrus Braised Pork Burrito
Slow braised pork with guacamole, cilantro basmati rice, Mexican cheese blend and salsa fresca
Baja Fish Burrito
Seasoned beer battered white fish with cilantro slaw, crema, cilantro basmati rice and salsa fresca
Veggie Burrito
Grilled organic zucchini, chimicurri marinated portobello mushroom, squash blossom, cilantro basmati rice, organic pickled onion, with salsa macha and salsa verde
Simply Grilled Shrimp Burrito
Grilled shrimp, chipotle aioli, cilantro basmati rice, cilantro slaw, salsa fresca on a fresh flour tortilla. Ask to make it green curry style
Green Curry Shrimp Burrito
Grilled shrimp, organic grilled zucchini, organic green cabbage, cilantro basmati rice, Thai basil, mint, cilantro and green curry
Big BRC Burrito
Pho Beef Burrito
Shredded Chicken Burrito**
Grilled marinated chicken with cilantro basmati rice, crisp shredded lettuce, guacamole, Mexican cheese blend and salsa fresca
Brookie
Scratch made brownie and chunky chocolate chip cookie stacked and topped with sea salt (brownie & cookie!!)
Chocolate Chunk Cookie
Dole Whip-Strawberry
Dole Whip-Pineapple
Dole Whip-Swirl
Dessert
Sides
Seasoned Black Beans 6oz
Cilantro Basmati Rice 6oz
Fresh-Made Guacamole 2oz
3 Corn Tortillas
hand pressed corn tortillas
3 Flour Tortillas
fresh flour tortillas
Cilantro Slaw 6oz
a blend of green and purple cabbage with shaved raddish, sliced jalapeno,
French Fries
Sour Cream 2oz
White Sauce 2oz
Chipotle Aioli 2oz
Queso 6oz
Jalapenos
Chips Only
Side Of Chile Dorado
8 OZ Guac
8 OZ Salsa
8 OZ Avocado Salsa
Guacamole 2oz**
Corn Tortillas (3)**
hand pressed corn tortillas
Flour Tortillas (3)**
fresh flour tortillas
Fries
Kids Plain Chicken Taco
Shredded chicken taco served with rice, beans or fries. Choice of apple juice or milk
Kids Pork Taco
Citrus braised pork taco server with rice and beans. Choice of apple juice or milk
Kids Quesadilla
Quesadilla served with rice, beans or fries. Choice of apple juice or milk
BRC Burrito
Beans, rice and cheese in a flour tortilla served with rice, beans and fresh pineapple. Choice of apple juice or milk
Kids Steak Taco
Grilled steak taco. Includes apple juice and a choice of french fries or rice and beans.
Kids Tenders
Plain Chicken Taco**
chicken taco served with rice, beans or fries. Choice of apple juice or milk
Plain Quesadilla**
quesadilla served with rice, beans and fresh pineapple. Choice of apple juice or milk
Plain Steak Taco**
steak taco served with rice, beans and fresh pineapple. Choice of apple juice or milk
Kids
Proteins
Side Of Shrimp
Side Of Steak
Side Of Chicken
Side Of Grilled Fish
Side Of Salmon
Free Chips And Salsa
Loyalty Coupon
Merchandise**
T-Shirt**
Love Tacos Shirt**
16oz Pure Marg TO GO**
Blanco tequila, house made orange rind simple syrup, fresh lime juice & Grand Marnier
16oz Paloma TO GO**
Blanco tequila, organic grapefruit juice, lemon and lime juice, simple syrup and a splash
16oz The Skinny TO GO**
Blanco tequila, lime juice, agave and soda water
16oz Mimosa TO GO**
Champagne and fresh squeezed orange juice