alejandro's Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Alejandro's, a premier cocktail bar located in the heart of Monterey, CA. Here, you can indulge in an exquisite blend of authentic Mexican flavors reimagined with a gourmet twist. Each dish tells a story, from the refreshing Arugula Salad to the decadent Duck Mole, where complex flavors harmonize beautifully.
- Ensaladas: The Classic TJ Caesar offers a delightful crunch with house-made dressing.
- Antojitos: Try the grilled Octopus Al Pastor, complemented by sweet pineapple and toasted hominy.
- Postre: Don't miss the dreamy Churros with burnt caramel, a perfect sweet end to your meal.
Customers rave about the ambiance, echoing a luxurious resort vibe that perfectly complements the vibrant menu. Each dish highlights the meticulous craftsmanship that Alejandro's embodies, ensuring a memorable experience for every visitor.
Antojitos
Chips Guac
house made tortilla chips, fresh guacamole
Esquites
roasted organic corn, jalapeño, onions, epazote, cotija cheese, citrus aioli, chile ancho dusting
Masa Tempura
sweet corn, jalapeño, cilantro, citrus aioli
Mole Trio
Pulpo Al Pastor
grilled octopus, pineapple, toasted hominy
Taquitos
beef & potato, tomatillo salsa, crema, cabbage slaw
Arugula Salad
jicama, orange, pepitas, queso cotija, citrus vinaigrette, chile de arbol dusting
Little Gem Salad
crisp whole gems, watermelon radish, garlic tortilla crumble, cilantro avocado dressing
The Classic TJ Caesar Salad
romaine, croutons, shaved aged parmesan, house-made caesar dressing
Ensaladas
Postre
Churros "Nuboso"
mexican cinnamon, burnt caramel
Guayaba Cheesecake
biscoff cookie crust
Pastel De Coco
layered sponge cake, raspberry, coconut cream
Tejate Cheescake
Barbacoa "Osso Bucco"
veal shank with bone marrow, cilantro, onions, served with hand pressed corn tortillas
Bistec Frites
10oz new york prime, mexican chimichurri, duck fat fries dusted with chile ancho, citrus aioli
Camarones
large prawns grilled over wood fire, creamy hominy "polenta", salsa macha drizzle
Camarones Al Mojo De Ajo
Carne Asada Skirt Steak
10oz skirt steak grilled over wood fire, grilled mexican spring onions, charred nopales. served with hand-pressed corn tortillas.
Doña Teresa's Mole
chile pasilla mole, pan seared duck breats, bell pepper cilantro white rice, cabbage slaw with agrumato olive oil
Huarache
6oz ny prime steak, hand pressed heirloom corn masa, black bean spread, queso fresco, cabbage, radish, avocado
Mole Enchiladas
chicken, mole coloradito, topped with pickled onions, microgreens, crema, sweet dusting of almond, walnut, and chile guajillo, hand pressed corn tortillas
Pescado Entero
bronzino marinated in citrus, cooked in our wood burning oven. topped with with fresh arugula salad, fennel, tomatoes, mexican chimichurri
Poc Chuc
our version of the mayan classic - grilled thick cut bone in pork chop brined in citrus and habanero, marinated charred red onions, fried plantains
Pollo Asado
marinated half grilled chicken, chipotle mashed potatoes, nopal salad
Salmon Entree
10oz atlantic salmon, cauliflower mashed potatoes, mexican arugula salad, salsa macha chili oil drizzle
Principales
Tacos
Birria & Bone Marrow Taco
tender shredded beef, topped with, onions, cilantro. served with split bone marrow
Cochinita Pibil Taco
banana leaf wrapped pork with achiote and citrus
Hongos Taco
sauteed maitake and crimini mushrooms, roasted corn, pickled cauliflower
Pescado Taco
fried halibut, cabbage slaw
Coliflor Al Pastor
Ahi Tuna Tostada
chipotle aioli, avocado, fried shallots
Fish Ceviche
rockfish, pineapple, lime, red onion, cilantro, green tomatoes
Kampachi Tiradito
kampachi, lemon grass, ginger, avocado, lime, orange, serrano, cherry tomatoes, watermelon radish, micro green
Kampachi Tostada
lemon habanero aioli, radish sprouts, black sesame seeds
Tuna Ceviche
ahí tuna, mango, avocado, onions, cilantro, sesame oil, sesame seed
Crudos
Vegetariano
Chile En Nogada
chile poblano stuffed with lentils, apples, pears, dried apricots, and almonds. topped with pomegranates and walnut sauce
Tamal
maitake, crimini and oyster mushrooms, confit garlic, crema, tomatillo salsa
Add Shrimp
Bone Marrow
wood fire oven roasted bone marrow
Salsa Flight
all four house made salsas
Salsa Habanero
citrusy, fuego heat
Salsa Mango
sweet, no heat
Salsa Tatemada
earthy, mild heat
Salsa Tomatillo
citrusy, medium heat
Side Of Chimichurri
Side Of Chipotle Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes
Side Of Chips
Side Of Cilantro Bell Pepper Rice
Side Of Crema
Side Of French Fries
Side Of Guac
Side Of Jalapeños
Side Of Mexican Onions
Side Of Mole - Coloradito
Side Of Mole - Estofado
Side Of Mole - Negro
Side Of Nopales
Side Of White Rice
Side Plantains
Tortilla Basket
four heirloom masa house made corn tortillas
Extras & Sides
Kids Menu
Kids Quesadilla
hand made corn tortillas, oaxaca cheese
Kids Quesadilla Con Pollo
hand made corn tortillas, oaxaca cheese, chipotle chicken
Kids Hominy "Polenta"
creamy hominy "polenta", oaxaca cheese