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Ted's Cafe Escondido - Lee's Summit
636 NE State Route 291
Lee's Summit, MO 64086-2534
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Lunch Menu
Main Menu
Catch Our Shrimp - 3 Mexican style shrimp items. $5 Happy Hour - Food and drink specials from 3-6pm, Monday-Friday!
All Day, Every Day
$8.99; Served with rice and beans. Sorry, no substitutions. Choose any two:
Cheese Enchilada with Chili con Carne
Chicken Enchilada with Crema Sauce
Crispy Chicken Taco
Ground Beef Enchilada with Chili con Carne
Crispy Ground Beef Taco
Pork Street Taco
Bienvenido Amigo
Spicy Shrimp Cocktail
Delicious shrimp in a tangy tomato juice with our House-Made Pico de Gallo and avocado. Served with crisp yellow corn chips or crackers
- Small $6.99
- Large $11.99
Chorizo Bean Dip
Fresh-made refried beans seasoned with a mildly spicy chorizo sausage
- Cup $3.99
- Bowl $5.99
Chorizo Cheese Sauce
Our original cheese sauce seasoned with a mildly spicy chorizo sausage
- Cup $3.99
- Bowl $5.99
Always-Fresh Guacamole
We pride ourselves on our guacamole, made fresh throughout the day with perfectly ripe imported Hass Avocados! No fillers!
- Medium Bowl $7.99
- Large Bowl $9.99
Sopa & Ensaladas
Handmade Tortilla Soup
Made from scratch! A savory broth perfectly seasoned with minced garlic, cilantro and our secret blend of spices. Generously filled with morsels of tender chicken breast and diced tomatoes, onions and jalapeños. Topped with crispy tortilla strips
- Bottomless Bowl $8.99
Taco Salad
A crispy flour tortilla shell, generously filled with your choice of meat, beans and rice. Topped with Cheddar and Jack cheeses, shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes. Served with sour cream and a side of our Always-Fresh Guacamole
- Shredded Chicken, Ground Beef or Shredded Beef $10.99
- Slow Marinated Fajita Chicken $11.99
- Slow Marinated Fajita Steak $12.99
Fajita Salad
With Slow Marinated Grilled Chicken or Steak. Our Slow Marinated fajita meat, diced and served atop a blend of lettuce, with caramelized onions and bell peppers, Cheddar and Jack cheeses, fresh cilantro, crispy tortilla strips and our House-Made Salsa Ranch Dressing. Served with a side of our Always-Fresh Guacamole
- Chicken $10.99
- Steak $11.99
Soup Bowl and Cantina Salad
$8.99Chicken Black Bean Salsa Salad
With Fried or Slow Marinated Grilled Chicken. Chicken breast, diced and served atop a blend of lettuce, with Cheddar and Jack cheeses and our black bean and corn salsa. Topped with crispy tortilla strips and served with our own Salsa Ranch Dressing
- Chicken $10.99
- Steak $11.99
Cantina Side Salad
$3.99
A blend of lettuce, Cheddar and Jack cheeses and diced tomatoes. All salads served with your choice of dressing: House-Made Atomic Ranch, Classic Ranch, House-Made Salsa Ranch, Honey Mustard, Balsamic Vinaigrette or Fat-Free Italian
Mexican Wraps
Grilled Chicken Black Bean Salsa Wrap
$8.99
Our marinated chicken breast, fresh-made black bean corn salsa, crisp salad mix, Cheddar and Jack cheese blend rolled in a spinach tortilla
Grilled Atomic Chicken Wrap
$8.99
Marinated chicken breast cooked in our spicy atomic salsa with our fresh-made Mexican rice and then wrapped in a jalapeño Cheddar tortilla
Grilled Fresh Veggie Wrap
$8.99
Our crisp veggies topped with our fresh-made black bean corn salsa, Cheddar and Jack cheese blend and rolled in a spinach tortilla
Grilled Chicken Monterey Wrap
$8.99
Marinated chicken breast smothered with caramelized onions and peppers, melted Cheddar and Jack cheese blend wrapped in a jalapeño Cheddar tortilla
Quesadillas and Nachos
Nachos
A generous portion of our nacho chips, smothered in a melted blend of Cheddar and Jack cheeses. Served with sour cream and a side of our Always-Fresh Guacamole. Jalapeños available upon request
- Chicken $9.49
- Refried Beans $9.99
- Chicken, Beef or Combination $10.49
Fajita Nachos Supreme
Our Slow Marinated fajita meat diced and sautéed with diced onions and bell peppers on a generous portion of our nacho chips. All smothered in a melted blend of Cheddar and Jack cheeses. Served with sour cream and a side of our Always-Fresh Guacamole
- Chicken $11.99
- Steak $12.99
Ted's Favorite 'Dilla!
A large 12-inch flour tortilla, generously filled with our Slow Marinated fajita meat, diced and sautéed in butter with our House-Made Pico de Gallo, roasted poblano pepper strips and a blend of cheeses. Served with sour cream and a side of our Always-Fresh Guacamole
- Chicken $11.99
- Steak $12.99
Nachos & Mini Cheese Quesadilla
$8.99
A 6-inch flour tortilla generously filled with our Cheddar and Jack cheeses. Single-serve portion nachos: Beans, Chicken, Ground Beef or Shredded Beef
Quesadillas
A large 12-inch flour tortilla, generously filled with our Slow Marinated fajita meat, diced and mixed with a blend of melted cheeses. Served with sour cream, our House-Made Pico de Gallo and a side of our Always-Fresh Guacamole
- Cheese $9.49
- Spinach or Chicken $11.49
- Steak $12.49
Ted's Platos Especiales
Slow Marinated Fajitas
Our most popular menu item for good reason! Our Slow Marinated fajita meat is served in a warm skillet with caramelized onions and bell peppers, with a side of our house blend of cheeses, sour cream and a side of our Always-Fresh Guacamole, House-Made Pico de Gallo, and fresh handmade flour tortillas
- Chicken $15.99
- Steak or Combo $16.99
- Shrimp or Combo $18.99
Must-Try Best Mexican Tacos
Four open-faced soft corn tortillas, generously topped with our Slow Marinated fajita meat, diced into bite-size morsels and sautéed with fresh cilantro and diced onions. Served with a side of our Always-Fresh Guacamole
- Chicken $13.99
- Steak or Combo $14.99
- Lighter Portion, Chicken $12.99
- Steak or Combo $13.99
Full Flavored Fajita Enchiladas
Our Slow Marinated fajita meat, diced and sautéed in butter with our House-Made Pico de Gallo and a blend of cheeses. Rolled in two flour tortillas and topped with sauce and more cheese!
- Chicken with Crema Sauce $13.99
- Steak with Ranchero Sauce $14.99
- Lighter Portion, Chicken $12.99
- Steak $13.99
Handmade Tamales
Made from scratch daily! Two tamales, generously filled with your choice of chicken (with crema sauce) or shredded beef (with chili con carne)
- $13.99
- Lighter Portion $11.99
Tacos Carbon
A Ted's tradition! Our Slow Marinated fajita meat, diced and rolled in two flour tortillas. Served with a side of our Always-Fresh Guacamole and House-Made Pico de Gallo
- Chicken $13.99
- Steak or Combo $14.99
- Lighter Portion, Chicken $12.99
- Steak $13.99
Ted's Favoritos
Pollo Ranchero
$13.99
A Slow Marinated chicken breast sliced and sautéed with diced onions and fresh cilantro. Smothered with melted Cheddar and Jack cheeses and our homemade ranchera cheese sauce. Served on a bed of rice with pappas Mexicanos and corn con crema
Chicken Monterey
$14.99
A Slow Marinated chicken breast smothered with caramelized onions and peppers and melted Cheddar and Jack cheeses. Served with a side of our Always-Fresh Guacamole
Pork Chili Verde
$13.99
Slowly cooked pork roast in our handmade tomatillo sauce, set on a bed of rice with steamed corn and pinto beans. Served with a side of our Always-Fresh Guacamole
Zesty Fish Tacos
$10.99
Tender and flaky cod fillets seasoned and grilled to perfection, served in a warm yellow corn tortilla with crisp shredded cabbage, House-Made Pico de Gallo, fresh chopped cilantro and topped with a zesty ranch sauce. Served with a side of our fresh black beans
Combinaciones Clásicos
Enhance your meal with our Slow Marinated fajita chicken $1.50 extra per item or steak $2.50 per item
Classic Mexican Dinner
Your choice of Handmade Tamale, a cheese enchilada in chili con carne and a chicken enchilada with crema sauce
- Enjoy All Three $14.99
- Choice of Two $13.99
Mexican Flag Enchilada Sampler
$13.99
A trio of enchiladas, showcasing the colors of the Mexican flag — cheese with chili con carne, shredded beef with tomatillo sauce and chicken with crema sauce
Escondido Especial
$15.99
Four of your favorites in one meal! Start with a chicken, ground beef or shredded beef taco (crispy corn or soft flour tortilla), served with a side of our Always-Fresh Guacamole! Next we'll serve you a cheese enchilada with chili con carne, a chicken enchilada with crema sauce and a Handmade Tamale of your choice!
Plato Gordo
$16.99
Start your meal with a chicken, ground beef or shredded beef taco (crispy corn or soft flour tortilla), sour cream and a side of our Always-Fresh Guacamole. Next we'll serve you a chile relleno and an enchilada of your choice
Tradicionales
Enhance your meal with our Slow Marinated fajita chicken $1.50 extra per item or steak $2.50 per item
Burrito Dinner
$12.99
A large 12-inch flour tortilla generously filled with your choice of meat, then topped with melted Cheddar and Jack cheese. Shredded chicken with rice topped with cheese sauce, ground or shredded beef with beans topped with chili sauce or tender pork with beans topped with crema sauce:
Tostada Plate
Two crisp fried corn tortillas with choice of meat topped with lettuce, diced tomatoes and Cheddar and Jack cheeses. Shredded chicken with rice, ground or shredded beef with beans or tender pork with beans. Served with sour cream and Always-Fresh Guacamole
- $11.99
- Lighter Portion $9.99
Chile Relleno Dinner
An oversized, 6-inch poblano pepper, generously filled with your choice of meat or cheese. Lightly battered and fried to a golden brown. Topped with salsa ranchera, cheese sauce and a melted blend of cheeses. Served with sour cream and a side of our Always-Fresh Guacamole
- Cheese $12.99
- Shredded Chicken, Ground or Shredded Beef or Tender Pork $13.99
Chimichanga Dinner
A freshly made flour tortilla, generously filled with your choice of meat, Cheddar and Jack cheeses and House-Made Pico de Gallo. Lightly fried to a crispy golden brown and served with your choice of sauce on the side: cheese, salsa ranchera, tomatillo, crema or chili con carne. Shredded Chicken, Ground or Shredded Beef or Tender Pork:
- $12.99
- Slow Marinate Chicken or Steak $13.99
- Add Roasted Poblano Chili Strips
- $1.00
Taco Dinner
Two tacos of choice – shredded chicken, ground beef, shredded beef or tender pork. Served in a crisp corn or soft flour tortillas and topped with lettuce, diced tomatoes and Cheddar and Jack cheeses
- $12.99
- Lighter Portion $11.99
Enchilada Dinner
Two enchiladas of choice – shredded chicken, ground beef, shredded beef or tender pork topped with your choice of sauce and Cheddar and Jack cheeses
- $12.99
- Lighter Portion $11.99
Signature Sides
All entrées are served with rice and beans. Substitute any of our freshly made, trademark sides for rice or beans with your entrée at no cost. Or add a side to your meal for just $2.49 each
Pappas Mexicanos
$2.49
House-mashed, garlic- infused potatoes with finely diced green chilies, a Ted's favorite
Grilled Vegetable Medley
$2.49
A mix of fresh garden vegetables grilled to perfection
Steamed Pinto Beans
$2.49Always-Fresh Guacamole
- Single Serving $2.29
- Double Serving $2.99
Steamed Corn
$2.49Black Beans
$2.49
Topped with Pico de Gallo
Corn con Crema
$2.49
Corn in a creamy sauce with a blend of spices and finely diced green chilies
Sour Cream and House-Made Pico de Gallo
- Choose One $1.29
- Choose Two $1.99
Soft Drinks
$2.49 with complimentary refills
Iced Tea
Sweet Tea
Coke
Sprite
Dr Pepper
Diet Coke
Root Beer
Coke Zero
Strawberry Fanta
Lemonade
Coffee
regular and decaf
Bottled Beer
Ted's Tecate
Tecate Light
Corona Extra
Corona Light
Carta Blanca
Bohemia
Modelo Especial
Pacifico
Negra Modelo
Dos Equis Lager
Fiesta Favorites
Sangria Roja
Made from scratch, refreshing red table wine combined with citrus flavors
Bloody Mary
Our spicy, classic recipe with a shot of vodka
Cantina Cactus Cooler
Frozen Mexican lemonade made with a citrus blend of lemons, limes and vodka
Cantina Piñata Punch
The Cactus Cooler blended with fruit-flavored strawberry, mango, watermelon or peach and vodka
Premium Margaritas
The Perfect Margarita
Fresh-squeezed limes, Patrón Silver, Patrón Citrónge and an addition of Grand Marnier Liquor
Skinny Margarita
Patrón Silver, fresh-squeezed lime juice, fresh orange juice and agave nectar
Escondido Especial
Made with fresh-squeezed limes, Sauza Hornitos Tequila, Patrón Citrónge
Patron Margarita
Our Escondido Especial recipe with an upgrade of Patrón Silver Tequila
Cantina Margaritas
Café Margarita
Our house margarita served frozen or on the rocks
Fruit-Flavored Margaritas
Strawberry, Mango, Watermelon or Peach
Sangria Swirl
Our frozen Café Margarita with a swirl of our fresh, homemade sangria
Blue Margarita
Our frozen Café Margarita blended with Blue Curacao
Margarona
Our Café Margarita with the addition of a Corona Coronita bottle
Main
Taco
$4.49
Choose chicken or beef and top with cheese. Served with rice and beans. A kid's all-time favorite!
Mini Quesadilla
$4.49
One of our favorite café plates made just for kids! A cheese quesadilla served with rice and beans
- Add Chicken or Beef
- $0.50
Burrito
$4.49
One small chicken burrito with cheese sauce or beef burrito with chili con carne. Served with rice and beans
Chicken Fingers and Fries
$4.49
Our cafe-fried chicken fingers with fries or rice and beans
Enchilada
$4.49
Cheese enchilada covered with chili con carne and served with rice and beans
Small Nachos
$4.49
A serving of cheese, chicken or beef nachos
Corn Dog
$4.49
Every kid's favorite! Served with fries or rice and beans
Lunch Specials
$8.99; Served with rice and beans. Sorry, no substitutions. Choose any two:
Cheese Enchilada with Chili con Carne
Chicken Enchilada with Crema Sauce
Crispy Chicken Taco
Ground Beef Enchilada with Chili con Carne
Crispy Ground Beef Taco
Pork Street Taco
Lunch Favorites
Burrito
$10.99
A large 12-inch flour tortilla generously filled with choice of meat, then topped with melted Cheddar and Jack cheese. Shredded Chicken with rice topped with cheese sauce, Ground or Shredded beef with beans topped with chili sauce, or Tender pork with beans topped with crema sauce
Chimichanga
$10.99
A freshly made flour tortilla generously filled with your choice of meat, Cheddar and Jack cheeses and House-Made Pico de Gallo. Lightly fried to a crispy golden brown and served with your choice of sauce on the side: cheese, salsa ranchera, tomatillo, crema or chili con carne. Shredded Chicken, Ground or Shredded Beef or Tender Pork
One Handmade Tamale
$10.99
Choice of chicken with crema sauce or beef with chili con carne sauce
- Add an Extra Handmade Tamale for
- $2.00
Taco Salad
A crispy flour tortilla shell, generously filled with your choice of meat, beans and rice. Topped with Cheddar and Jack cheeses, shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes. Served with sour cream and a side of our Always-Fresh Guacamole
- Shredded Chicken, Ground or Shredded Beef or Tender Pork $10.99
Pollo Especial
A Slow Marinated chicken breast grilled to perfection
- $10.99
- Monterey Style $11.99
- Fajita Style Chicken $14.99