BelAir Cantina Menu (Update 2025)
BelAir Cantina, located in Milwaukee, offers a vibrant fusion of Mexican cuisine in a casual, hipster atmosphere. With a wide range of vegan and vegetarian options, this Mexican bar stands out for its flavorful dishes and unique menu items. From house-made chips and salsas to crispy Quesabirria and mouth-watering Tacos, every dish is a delightful explosion of flavors. The restaurant also offers happy hour specials on select nights, adding to the lively ambiance. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch spot or a fun dinner experience, BelAir Cantina has something to offer for everyone. Don't miss out on their refreshing drinks like horchata and blueberry lemonade, perfect for complementing your meal. Overall, BelAir Cantina is a must-visit destination for foodies seeking a modern twist on traditional Mexican fare.
Supplies
Takeout Silverware & Napkin (1 Piece)
Chips & Salsa (Vegan / Gluten-Free)
House-made chips, three house salsas.Roasted Tomato (red, mild)Salsa Verde (green, medium)Spicy Arbol (orange, hot)**Contains onions
Birria Rolls
Wonton wrapped birria beef, consomm, Sriracha crema.
Cantina Nachos (Vegetarian / Gluten-Free)
Chips, black beans, queso fundido, pico de gallo, crema, and jalapeos. Add your favorite protein:
Ceviche (Gluten-Free)
Lime cooked shrimp, pico de gallo, arbol oil, tostadas.
Chicken Tamale (Gluten-Free)
Pulled chicken breast, arbol oil.
Esquite (Vegetarian / Gluten-Free)
Corn kernels, lime aioli, cotija cheese, chile lime, cilantro, crema.
Guacamole (Vegan / Gluten-Free)
Avocados, cilantro, onions, jalapeos, fresh lime juice, salt.Garnish: Sliced Radish, Pico de Gallo
Los Tres Amigos (Vegetarian / Gluten-Free)
A sampler of our three favorits: Queso Blanco Fundido, Guacamole, Black Bean dip, house-made chips.
Pepinos (Vegan / Gluten-Free)
Cucumber slices, lime juice, tajin.
Quesabirria
Crisped in birria oil, slow cooked Birria Beef, habanero crema, consomm for dipping.
Quesadilla (Vegetarian)
Cheese, flour tortilla. Side crema, lettuce, pico de gallo.
Queso Blanco Fundido (Vegetarian / Gluten-Free)
Melted white cheese & spices.
Rajas Tamale (Vegetarian / Gluten-Free)
Jalapeos, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, queso fresco, arbol oil.
Sweet Plantains (Vegetarian)
Sweet plantains topped with crema, queso fresco.
Para la Mesa
Tacos
1 Taco on a Plate
Choose your favorite taco
2 Tacos on a Plate
Customize your plate of tacos by choosing your two favorite tacos.
3 Tacos on a Plate
Choose your favorite 3 tacos and get an included wave of rice and beans.
4 Tacos on a Plate
Choose your 4 favorite tacos and get an included wave of rice and beans.
Birria Burrito
Charred cheese tortilla, beef birria, BBQ sauce, Frito chips, corn salsa, crema, cilantro, pinto beans, rice, pickled onions.
Birria Burrito Bowl
Served over lettuce. Beef birria, BBQ sauce, Frito chips, corn salsa, crema, cilantro, pinto beans, rice, pickled onions.
Birria Chimichanga
Deep fried burrito, beef birria, BBQ sauce, Frito chips, corn salsa, crema, cilantro, pinto beans, rice, pickled onions.
Carne Asada Burrito
Steak, black beans, crema, onions, cilantro, guacamole, rice, lettuce, queso fundido, salsa roja.
Carne Asada Burrito Bowl (Gluten-Free)
Served over lettuce. Steak, black beans, crema, onions, cilantro, guacamole, rice, lettuce, queso fundido, salsa roja.
Carne Asada Chimichanga
Deep fried burrito. Steak, black beans, crema, onions, cilantro, guacamole, rice, lettuce, queso fundido, salsa roja.
Gringo Burrito
Ground beef, rice, black beans, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, crema, salsa roja.
Gringo Burrito Bowl
Served over lettuce. Ground beef, rice, black beans, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, crema, salsa roja.
Gringo Chimichanga
Deep fried burrito. Ground beef, rice, black beans, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, crema, salsa roja.
Korean Beef Burrito
Spicy-sweet beef, rice, black beans, lettuce, citrus slaw, jicama slaw, salsa roja, queso fundido, sriracha crema.
Korean Beef Burrito Bowl
Korean Beef Chimichanga
Spicy-sweet beef, rice, black beans, lettuce, citrus slaw, jicama slaw, salsa roja, queso fundido, sriracha crema.
Port Rajas Burrito (Vegetarian)
Portobello mushrooms, rajas, rice, black beans, lettuce, corn salsa, crema, chimichurri, guacamole, queso fundido, salsa roja.
Port Rajas Burrito Bowl (Vegetarian / Gluten-Free)
Served over lettuce. Portobello mushrooms, rajas, rice, black beans, lettuce, corn salsa, crema, chimichurri, guacamole, queso fundido, salsa roja.
Port Rajas Chimichanga (Vegetarian)
Deep fried burrito. Portobello mushrooms, rajas, rice, black beans, lettuce, corn salsa, crema, chimichurri, guacamole, queso fundido, salsa roja.
Shrimp Burrito
The ORIGINAL chipotle shrimp, citrus slaw, corn salsa, pico de gallo, rice, cilantro, chipotle ancho mayo, salsa roja, queso fundido.
Shrimp Burrito Bowl (Gluten-Free)
Served over lettuce. The ORIGINAL chipotle shrimp, citrus slaw, corn salsa, pico de gallo, rice, cilantro, chipotle ancho mayo, salsa roja, queso fundido.
Shrimp Chimichanga
Deep fried burrito. The ORIGINAL chipotle shrimp, corn salsa, pico de gallo, rice, cilantro, chipotle ancho mayo, salsa roja, queso fundido.
Spicy Pollo Burrito
Pulled chicken simmered in arbol sauce, citrus slaw, black beans, rice, lettuce, crema, salsa roja.
Spicy Pollo Burrito Bowl (Gluten-Free)
Served over lettuce. Pulled chicken simmered in arbol sauce, citrus slaw, black beans, rice, lettuce, crema, salsa roja.
Spicy Pollo Chimichanga
Deep fried burrito. Pulled chicken simmered in arbol sauce, citrus slaw, black beans, rice, lettuce, crema, salsa roja.
Burritos
Salads & Dessert
Tostada Salad (Vegetarian)
Two corn tostadas, black bean spread, lettuce, queso fresco, black beans, corn, green onions, avocado, chipotle ranch.
Taco Salad
Tortilla bowl, black beans, corn salsa, ground beef, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, crema.
Churros
Four crispy churros, cinnamon-sugar dusting, dulce de leche dipping sauce.
Fruit Tamale Plate (Vegetarian / Gluten-Free)
Whipped cream, Fruity Pebbles.
Flan
Mexican S'mores
Bag of Chips (Vegan / Gluten-Free)
Side of Avocado Salsa (Vegan / Gluten-Free)
A smooth blend of our House Salsa Verde (green) and fresh avocados.
Side of Birria Beef
Beef slow cooked in a maguey leaf, Modelo beer, Orange Juice, Coca Cola, and seasonings.
Side of Birria Broth
Craving more Birria Broth for your Birria Taco? You've come to the right spot.
Side of Black Beans (Vegan / Gluten-Free)
Our housemade, vegan, and gluten-free black beans are served "refried style"
Side of Carne Asada
Grilled steak
Side of Carnitas
Traditionally prepared pork
Side of Cheddar Cheese
You know, the yellow stuff
Side of Chile de Arbol (Vegan / Gluten-Free)
Oil infused with arbol chiles to make your lip sweat.
Side of Chimichurri
Delicious Argentinian inspired sauce made with fresh thyme, rosemary, cilantro, parsley, garlic, and lime juice
Side of Chipotle Ancho Mayo
Mayo infused with ancho powder and chipotles
Side of Chipotle Ranch
Ranch dressing infused with chipotles
Side of Chorizo
Housemade chorizo with diced potatoes
Side of Cilantro
Herbaceous coriander
Side of Citrus Slaw
Shredded green & red cabbage tossed in a lime vinaigrette
Side of Corn Salsa
Fresh, roasted corn mixed with roasted poblanos, red bell peppers, cilantro, and lime juice.
Side of Crema (Vegetarian / Gluten-Free)
Just like sour cream, only smoother and slightly sweeter
Side of Cucumber Salsa
Fresh cucumbers, yellow onions, rice vinegar, sugar, and fresh lime juice.
Side of Fresh Avocado
You know, the stuff that guacamole is made out of
Side of Fundido (Vegetarian / Gluten-Free)
"Liquid gold"
Side of Gringo Beef
Seasoned ground beef
Side of Guacamole (Vegan / Gluten-Free)
'nuff said. Made fresh every day.
Side of Habanero Crema
Crema that's infused with fresh habanero peppers.
Side of Jalapeos
"All up in your business"
Side of Jicama Slaw
Shredded fresh carrots and jicama tossed in rice vinegar and sugar.
Side of Korean Beef
Sweet-spicy skirt steak marinated in soy sauce, sugar, and garlic.
Side of Lettuce
Rabbit food
Side of Limes
Best in a margarita or squeezed on a taco.
Side of Mozzarella
The best cheese to melt.
Side of Ninja Pig
Crispy pork tossed in a hoisin glaze.
Side of Onions
Making you cry since 1843.
Side of Pickled Onions
Pickled in house red onions.
Side of Pico de Gallo (Vegan / Gluten-Free)
Fresh tomatoes, onions, jalapeos, cilantro and lime juice
Side of Pinto Beans
Stewed pinto beans swimming in bacon and beer.
Side of Pollo Verde
Pulled chicken breast simmered in our Salsa Verde.
Side of Portobello Mushrooms
Thick cut, sauted to perfection.
Side of Queso Cotija (Vegetarian / Gluten-Free)
Similar to the grated parm you put on your pizza.
Side of Queso Fresco (Vegetarian / Gluten-Free)
A mild cow's cheese, very creamy in texture.
Side of Rajas
Think fajitas...peppers and onions.
Side of Rice (Vegan / Gluten-Free)
Made in house with some peas, carrots, and corn mixed in.
Side of Roasted Tomato Salsa
Our house red salsa (mild). Made from scratch.
Side of Salsa Roja
Our Roasted Tomato salsa infused with even more tomatoes and oregano.
Side of Salsa Verde (Vegan / Gluten-Free)
Our house green salsa (medium). Made from scratch.
Side of Spicy Arbol Salsa (Vegan / Gluten-Free)
Our house orange salsa (spicy). Made from scratch.
Side of Spicy Pollo
Pulled chicken breast simmered in our Arbol Salsa.
Side of Sriracha Crema
Crema infused with Sriracha.
Side of Tomatoes
You know, stuff Bloody Mary's are made out of.
Side of Tortillas (4)
Taco stuffers.
Side of Zihuatanejo Shrimp
Shrimp cooked in pico de gallo.
Side Options
Beverages To Go
Topo Chico To Go
Sprecher Root Beer To Go
Jarritos - Strawberry To Go
Jarritos - Mandarin To Go
Jarritos - Mango To Go
Jarritos - Pineapple To Go
Jarritos - Tamarind To Go
Jarritos - Grapefruit To Go
Jarritos - Fruit Punch To Go
Mexican Coke To Go
Mexican Sprite To Go
Mexican Orange Fanta To Go
Lagunitas Hoppy Refresher To Go
NON-ALCOHOLICCrisp, zingy, and refreshing. This sparkling beverage is chock-full of Citra, Equinox, and Centennial hops, for a big splash of flavor.
Guacamole (Party Size)
'Nuff said. Served with tortilla chips. Serves 16-20
Esquite (Party Size)
Grilled corn kernels, lime aioli, cotija cheese, chile lime, cilantro, crema. Serves 16-20 people.
Pepinos (Party Size)
Cucumber slices, lime juice, tajin. Serves 16-20 people.
Tostada Salad (Party Size)
Lettuce, queso fresco, whole black beans, corn, green onions, avocado, chipotle ranch. Serves 16-20 people.
Mexican Rice (Party Size)
With plantains, crema. For Vegan, omit crema. Serves 16-20 people
Black Beans (Party Size)
Our housemade, vegan, and gluten-free black beans are served "refried style". Serves 16-20 people.
Pinto Beans (Party Size)
Stewed pinto beans swimming in bacon and beer. Serves 16-20 people.
Queso Blanco Fundido (Party Size)
Our famous "Queso Blanco Fundido" a.k.a. our Liquid Gold. Melted white cheese & spices. Serves 16-20 people.
Sweet Plantains (Party Size)
Sweet Plantains topped with crema, queso fresco. Serves 16-20 people.
Salsa Verde - Pint
An entire PINT of our famous "Green" salsa (medium)Don't forget to order the chips!
Roasted Tomato Salsa - Pint
An entire PINT of our famous "Red" salsa (mild)Don't forget to order the chips!
Spicy Arbol Salsa- Pint
An entire PINT of our famous "Orange" salsa (spicy)Don't forget to order the chips!
Crema (Party Size)
It's like sour cream, only smoother and slightly sweeter. Serves 16-20 people.
Pico de Gallo (Party Size)
1 Pound Bag of Chips
Catering
Brunch Third Party*
Bacon & Egg Taco-Corn (Gluten-Free)
Menu Description: Scrambled eggs, pico de gallo, mozzarella cheese, crispy bacon.
Bacon & Egg Taco-Flour
Menu Description: Scrambled eggs, pico de gallo, mozzarella cheese, crispy bacon
Bacon Wrapped Breakfast Burrito
Menu Description: Scrambled eggs, peppers, bacon wrapped tortilla, chilaquiles salsa.Other ingredients include: cheddar cheese, crema, corn salsa, tinga salsa, and cilantro.Served with a side of rice.
Chicken & Waffle Taco
Menu Description: Waffle tortilla, crispy chicken, chantilly crema, macerated strawberries, green apple strips, bacon bits.
Chicken Breakfast Enchiladas
Menu Description: Four chicken enchiladas in chilaquiles sauce topped with crema, corn salsa, cilantro, onions & an over easy egg.
Chilaquiles Rojos (Vegetarian / Gluten-Free)
Fried tortilla chips, roja salsa, queso fresco, cilantro, onions, crema, scrambled eggs.
Churro Pancakes (Vegetarian)
Three Churro Pancakes topped with cinnamon sugar, chantilly crema, whipped cream, served with Maple Syrup.
Easy Does It Taco-Corn
2 oz of Chorizo Guest Choice of TortillaTop with an Over-Easy Egg1 TBSP Drizzle of Crema1 Slice of BBQ Bacon1 tbsp of corn salsaBBQ Bacon: delicious thick strips of bacon brushed with BBQ sauce and then bakedCorn Salsa: roasted corn, roasted poblano peppers, red bell peppers, cilantro, kosher salt, fresh lime juiceEgg: can be cooked to any guest preference, but will automatically come over-easy
Easy Does It Taco-Flour
2 oz of Chorizo Guest Choice of TortillaTop with an Over-Easy Egg1 TBSP Drizzle of Crema1 Slice of BBQ Bacon1 tbsp of corn salsaBBQ Bacon: delicious thick strips of bacon brushed with BBQ sauce and then bakedCorn Salsa: roasted corn, roasted poblano peppers, red bell peppers, cilantro, kosher salt, fresh lime juiceEgg: can be cooked to any guest preference, but will automatically come over-easy
Surfer Breakfast
Two over easy eggs, corn tortillas, black bean & corn, sliced avocado, watermelon salsa, chipotle ancho mayo.