Welcome to the
Cantina @ San Benito House

Tequila, Cervezas & Mexican Fare. What more do you need?

About the Cantina

The Cantina features craft beer, tequila, & Mexican Fare located within one of the oldest buildings in Half Moon Bay. The atmosphere is fun, and the service is warm and friendly. Live music and events are scheduled throughout the year. Please see the events calendar for all upcoming shows.

Tequila, Cervezas, & Mexican Fare. What more do you need?

We’re a little rowdy, a lot of fun
and big on personality

The Cantina Menu

STARTERS


CHIPS, SALSA & GUACAMOLE / 9.95
Mi Rancho corn tortilla chips served with fresh pico de gallo salsa and house-made guacamole.
Chips & Salsa Only / 3.95


CHICKEN CHILI VERDE
Tomatillo base, garlic, chili peppers, and onions simmered with ground chicken, white beans, and spices, topped with cotija cheese, sour cream, and crispy tortilla strips.
Cup / 7.50 — Bowl / 12


CHILI CHEESE NACHOS / 14.95
Simple yet delicious. House-made tortilla chips topped with our special chicken chili, three cheese blend, chipotle aioli, guacamole and roasted corn.
Add Chicken or Al Pastor / +5
Add Carne Asada / +6


EMPANADAS [2] / 14.95
Two corn masa stuffed Empanadas, with your choice of filling (Shrimp, Beef, or Vegetarian). Served with a side salad.


ELOTE CON QUESO / 6.95
Three halves of fresh corn on the cob, brushed with chipotle aioli, dusted with cotija cheese, then sprinkled with black pepper.


COASTAL CLAM CHOWDER
Our smoked clam chowder is the perfect combination of creamy and smoky. Baby clams, bacon, and potatoes in our creamy clam broth served with oyster crackers and crispy bacon.
Cup /8.95 — Bowl / 14


QUESADILLA SUIZA / 8.95
Crispy flour tortilla with jack cheese, guacamole, sour cream.
with Chicken or Al Pastor / 13.95
with Carne Asada / 14.95


QUESO FUNDIDO / 10.95
Our signature queso made with Oaxaca cheese & Wagyu beef chorizo. Topped with roasted pasilla peppers and served with a basket of chips.

TACOS


GRILLED SALMON TACOS/ 2 for 17.95
Two fresh Atlantic grilled Salmon Tacos with cabbage, cilantro, red onion, lime crema, house-made roasted tomato salsa, and guacamole.


“BAJA” FISH TACOS / 2 for 17.95
Two beer battered and fried Corvina Tacos with cabbage, cilantro, red onion, lime crema, house-made roasted tomato salsa, and guacamole.


GULF SHRIMP TACOS / 2 for 17.95
Two wild caught 16/20 grilled Gulf Shrimp Tacos with cabbage, cilantro, red onion, lime crema, house-made roasted tomato salsa, and guacamole.


STREET STYLE TACOS / 3 for 12.95
Four-inch corn tortilla topped with choice of protein, chopped onion, and cilantro.
Vegetarian, Chicken or Carnitas
with Carne Asada +1

add Rice & Beans / 15.95

TACO TUESDAYS
Three Street Tacos / 8
Tecate Cans / 3

BURRITOS


MISSION STYLE
Choice of protein, wrapped in a flour tortilla, with Spanish rice, pinto beans, jack cheese, sour cream, guacamole, and pico de gallo.
with Chicken or Al Pastor / 14.95
with Carne Asada / 15.95
make it “Enchilada Style” +2


CALIFORNIA
Choice of protein, wrapped in a flour tortilla, with French fries, jack cheese, sour cream, guacamole, and pico de gall0.
with Chicken or Al Pastor / 14.95
with Carne Asada / 15.95

SWEETS


KEY LIME PIE (GF) / 6.95
Gluten free graham cracker crust filled with key lime custard. Topped with fresh whipped cream.


TRES LECHES / 6.95
Sponge cake, soaked in a blend of three milks, and topped with fresh whipped cream & strawberries.


CHURROS / 7.95
Six cinnamon and sugar rolled churros served with warm caramel sauce.

BURGERS


Our burgers are served on freshly baked buns with your choice of: French Fries, Tater Tots, or side Caesar Salad


ALE HOUSE BURGER / 17.95
Our locally famous 6 oz. Angus beef burger with lettuce, tomato, pickle, onion & garlic aioli.


“IMPOSSIBLE” BURGER / 17.95
“Impossible” plant-based burger topped with lettuce, tomato, pickle, onion & garlic aioli.


Add Cheddar, Swiss, or Jack cheese /  1 each
Add Bacon / 2
Add Avocado / 2
Add Fried Egg / 2

SALADS


SOUTHWEST SALAD / 11.95
Chopped romaine tossed with black beans, roasted corn, avocado, pico de gallo, & chili lime dressing topped with cotija cheese & tortilla strips.
with Chicken / 15.95
with Carne Asada / 16.95
with Salmon or Shrimp / 19.95


CAESAR SALAD / 10.95
Chopped romaine tossed with Caesar dressing and topped with avocado, San Benito Deli croutons, and parmesan cheese.
with Chicken / 14.95
with Carne Asada / 15.95
with Salmon or Shrimp / 18.95

KID FRIENDLY


CHICKEN & RICE BOWL / 8
CHICKEN TENDERS & FRIES / 13
CHEESE QUESADILLA / 6
BEAN & CHEESE BURRITO / 6
BASKET OF TATER TOTS / 6
SIDE OF RICE & BEANS / 3.5

 

Proudly featuring Snake River Farms American Wagyu Beef and Kurobuta Pork.

Proudly featuring Snake River Farms American Wagyu Beef and Kurobuta Pork.

18 brews on tap updated often

The Cantina is also a great place for tequila, cervezas & mexican Fare

Contact Us

Address
356 Main Street
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
(650) 419-5522

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