Morenita's Restaurant Menu (Updated September 2025)
Welcome to Morenita's Restaurant, a hidden gem nestled in Idaho Falls, where the heart of Mexico meets the warm hospitality of its people. Located at 450 Whittier St, this vibrant Mexican eatery is known for its authentic flavors and comforting ambiance.
As you explore the menu, you'll find a delectable array of options. The Super Burrito and Smothered Burrito, both priced at $8.49, reign supreme with choices of meats, and salsa, generously topped with melted Monterey Jack cheese. Don’t overlook their Classic Burrito, which boasts the perfect balance of rice, beans, and fresh ingredients.
- The Torta De Milanesa is a must-try, with its breaded steak encased in a toasted telera bun and loaded with fresh toppings for just $7.99.
- For dessert, indulge in a slice of Tres Leches Cake or the rich Chocoflan—both are crowd favorites at $4.99.
Crispy homemade tortillas elevate each taco, while customers rave about the vibrant guacamole and satisfying carne asada. Justin Bell highlights the quality of service, while Ana Jaimes can’t stop raving about the flavor-packed adobada burrito.
Worthy of every minute spent, Morenita's Restaurant doesn’t just serve food; they deliver an experience that captures the essence of authentic Mexican cuisine. Get ready to be impressed!
Appetizers
Chips And Salsa
A bowl of refried beans and mild salsa with a sprinkle of cotija cheese served with a basket of chips
$2.99Chips And Queso
A creamy white queso dip with peppers, served with a basket of corn tortilla chips
$4.99Chips And Guacamole
Handmade guacamole made with onion, cilantro, tomato, sour cream and mild green salsa served with a basket of corn tortilla chips.
$4.99Tacos
Street Tacos
A classic street taco served with a choice of meat, onions and cilantro.
$3.49Taco Ranchero
A crispy tortilla, melted monterrey cheese, whole beans, choice of meat, onion, cilantro, tomato, avocado, jalapeno, sour cream and queso fresco.
$4.25Taco Supreme
Double soft shell corn tortilla, refried beans, choice of meat, lettuce, tomato, onions, cilantro, sour cream, avocado and monterey jack cheese sprinkled on top.
$4.99Chuche Taco
Crispy tortilla, melted monterey jack cheese, choice of meat, cabbage pico de gallo and sour cream.
$3.89Fish Taco
A flavorful grilled tilapia filet on two homemade corn tortillas, topped with a cabbage pico de gallo.
$4.99Tortas
Classic Torta
A toasted telera bun sandwich, choice of meat with rice, beans, onions, cilantro, tomato, lettuce.
$7.59Lalo’s Torta
A toasted telera bun sandwich, choice of meat, lettuce, onion, cilantro, tomato, mayo, avocado and pickled jalapenos.
$7.59Torta De Milanesa
A toasted telera bun sandwich with a breaded steak, lettuce, onion, cilantro, tomato, mayo, avocado and pickled jalapenos.
$7.99Torta Cubana
A toasted telera bun sandwich with a breaded steak, slice of ham, slices of sausage, lettuce, onion, cilantro, tomato, mayo, avocado and pickled jalapeños.
$8.99Old Favorites
Super Quesadilla
10 inch flour tortilla folded in half served with choice of meat, lettuce, tomato, onions and cilantro inside (corn tortilla available upon request)
$6.49Tostada
A crispy corn tortilla topped with beans, choice of meat, lettuce, tomato, onions, cilantro and cotija cheese.
$3.49Consomé
A bowl of beef broth (red: Spicy, Natural: not spicy), choice of shredded beef, beef cheek, or beef tongue, served with a bowl of rice, onions, cilantro, dry chiles and corn tortillas.
$14.99Taco Salad
A lettuce and cabbage salad topped with choice of meat, flour chips, beans, onions, cilantro, tomato, avocado, sour cream, monterey jack cheese (ask for pickled jalapenos)
$9.99Mulita
A quesadilla sandwich made with two homemade corn tortillas. Served with cabbage, onions, cilantro, and tomato inside the sandwich.
$7.99Sope
A thick 6 inch corn cake topped with melted monterey cheese, beans, choice of meat, lettuce, tomato, onions, cilantro, sour cream and monterey jack cheese
$7.59Pizope
A crispy 8 inch pizza style corn tortilla, stuffed with 3 cheeses. Topped with beans, choice of meat, cabbage pico de gallo, avocado and sour cream.
$8.99Super Nachos
A big platter of nachos topped with beans, melted monterey jack cheese, onions, cilantro, tomato, avocado, pickled jalapeno and sour cream.
$9.99Breakfast
Breakfast Burrito
Hearty burrito with eggs, cheese, potato, grilled onions and tomato, with a choice of chorizo (adobada), ham, or bacon (1.00)
$7.99Chilaquiles
Grilled corn tortillas, mixed with grilled onions, tomato and scrambled eggs, smothered in choice of salsa (Red or Green), topped with sour cream and queso fresco. Served with Rice and beans. Add meat: 3.99.
$9.99Huevos Rancheros
Two over easy eggs, served on a corn tortilla, with beans, served with rice, beans, avocado, and salsa fresca (onions, cilantro, tomato). Add meat 3.99.
$9.99Machaca
Shredded beef, onions, tomato sauteed with red enchilada salsa. Served with rice, beans and salsa fresca.
$13.99Burritos
Classic Burrito
Choice of meat, onions, cilantro, rice and beans wrapped in a flour tortilla (Corn tortilla available upon request).
$6.59Super Burrito
Choice of meat, rice, beans, onions, cilantro, tomato, lettuce, monterey jack cheese, sour cream.
$8.49Smothered Burrito
Choice of meat, rice and bean burrito, smothered in choice of salsa (Red, Green, Mild, or combination), topped with melted monterey jack cheese, lettuce and tomato.
$8.49Platters
Gorditas
3 small deep fried corn cakes topped with beans, choice of meat, lettuce, cilantro, tomato, cotija cheese, and sour cream. Served with rice and beans
$14.99Flautas
4 rolled taquitos with chicken, beef or pork, topped with lettuce, tomato, cotija cheese and sour cream. Served with rice and beans
$13.99Chimichanga
Deep fried rice, cheese, and choice of meat burrito. Topped with sour cream and monterey jack cheese. Served with lettuce and tomato, rice and beans
$12.99Tamales
2 homemade tamales. Smothered them with salsa (red, green, or mild), choice of cheese and/or sour cream, at no additional cost. Served with rice and beans
$12.99Hard Shell Tacos
3 Hard shell tacos with a choice of meat. Topped with lettuce, cabbage, onions, cilantro, tomato, sour cream, monterey jack cheese, and avocado, served with rice and beans
$14.99Chile Relleno
A classic cheese stuffed poblano pepper in a fried egg batter, smothered with a mild red salsa, topped with lettuce and tomato. Served with tortillas, rice and beans.
$14.99Morenitas Platter
Hearty platter of a half a pound of choice of meat, served with lettuce and tomato on the side, tortillas, rice and beans
$13.99Bistec A La Mexicana
A flat iron steak cooked medium well, sauteed onions and tomato, and a fried jalapeno on the side. Served with tortillas, rice and beans
$14.99Enchiladas
3 rolled enchiladas with choice of meat, topped with melted monterey jack cheese, served with lettuce and tomato. Served with rice and beans
$14.99Stacked Enchiladas
Lasagna style enchiladas. 3 tortillas stacked on top of each other, melted monterey jack cheese, choice of meat in between, topped with more monterey jack cheese, queso fresco, and oregano, and sour cream. Served with rice and beans
$14.99Quesabirria Tacos
3 hardshell tacos, grilled with enchilada salsa, served with shredded beef sauteed in red sauce, served with onions, cilantro and a savory red beef broth for dipping. Served with rice and beans
$14.99Kids Menu
Cheese Quesadilla
Simple cheese quesadilla. Served with rice and beans and a drink
$5.99Burrito
A small burrito with rice, beans, cheese, and choice of meat. Served with a side of rice and beans and a drink
$5.99Enchilada
1 enchilada, with choice of meat, with melted monterey jack cheese on top. Sour cream on the side. Served with Rice and Beans and a drink
$5.99Daily Specials
Mondays: Pollo And Mole
Delicious traditional mole sauce smothered over whole chicken, served with lettuce and tomato. Served with rice and beans and tortillas
$14.99Mondays: Pollo A La Crema
Delicious spicy poblano alfredo sauce smothered over whole chicken, served with lettuce tomato, rice and beans and tortillas
$14.99Tuesdays: Chile Verde
Short pork ribs cooked in a choice of red or green sauce, served with lettuce, tomato, rice and beans and Tortillas
$14.99Tuesdays: Chile Colorado
Short pork ribs cooked in a choice of red or green sauce, served with lettuce, tomato, rice and beans and tortillas
$14.99Wednesdays: Caldo De Rez
A hearty beef stew served with various vegetables, served with a bowl of rice, onions, cilantro, dry chiles and tortillas
$14.99Thursdays: Chile Con Carne
Beef strips slow cooked in a spicy chunky salsa, served with lettuce, tomato, rice and beans and tortillas
$14.99Weekend Specials: Friday & Saturday
Pozole
Traditional red Hominy and pork rib soup, served with tostadas, cabbage, onions, cilantro, oregano on the side. Ask for tortillas instead of tostadas. Add pork knuckle for no additional charge.
$13.99Menudo
A traditional red beef tripe soup served with tortillas, cabbage, onions, cilantro, dry chiles, and oregano on the side. Choice of hominy and/or beef feet. Ask for bread instead of tortillas
$14.99Cóctel De Camarón
Cold shrimp cocktail served with tomato, onions, cilantro, avocado, lime, and saltine crackers on the side. Ask for chips or tostadas instead.
$14.99Tostada De Ceviche
A tostada topped with a spicy mayo, cabbage, the shrimp salad, and avocado.
$3.49Desserts
Flan
A traditional mexican custard topped with real whipped cream.
$4.99Chocoflan
Half chocolate cake, half traditional flan, topped with real whipped cream
$4.99Tres Leches Cake
A traditional 3 milks cake with a choice of jelly filling. Topped with real whipped cream and fresh fruit
$4.99Churros (2)
2 warm churros with a bavarian cream filled center
$3.99Buñuelos (Sopapillas)
Deep fried flour chips, topped with cinnamon sugar, honey glaze, and real whipped cream
$3.99A la carte
Salsa Fresca
Chopped onions, cilantro, tomato, and jalapeño “pico”
$1.99Guacamole
Handmade guacamole made with onion, cilantro, tomato, sour cream and mild green salsa served with a basket of corn tortilla chips.
$4.99Rice
Homemade Spanish rice
$2.50Beans
Pinto beans, refried or whole
$2.50Meat
Serving of meat. Price will vary depending on meat selection
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