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VERDAD True Modern Mexican
2701 Perseverance Dr
Austin, US-TX 78731
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Starters
Mole Tasting
$6.00
Served with signature heirloom white masa chips. Tamarind, Burnt Orange and Almonds, and Pineapple Raisin moles
dairy-free, gluten-free
Salsa Tasting
$6.00
Served with signature heirloom white masa chips. Salsa Verde, Salsa Tatemada, and Warm Chipotle Tomatillo Salsa
vegetarian
gluten-free
Verdad Guacamole
Topped with salsa tatemada and served with signature heirloom white masa chips
vegan
dairy-free, gluten-free
- $16.00
Pinto Bean Hummus
Pomegranate seeds, smoky lime pepitas and tangerine oil, served with hand-cut plantain chips
vegan
dairy-free, gluten-free
- $15.00
Crispy Fritters
Three zucchini, corn and octopus fritters served with chipotle mayo, cilantro lime crema and cabbage slaw
- 14.00
Queso Fundido
Verdad's blend of Mexican melting cheeses, served with heirloom blue and white masa corn tortillas or flour tortillas Add Perry's Homemade Smoked Sausage, available upon request at no charge. Gluten-Free Friendly with modifications.
- $17.00
Texas Queso
$16.00
A blend of melting cheeses with fire-roasted peppers and tomatoes, served with signature heirloom white masa chips Add Perry's Homemade Smoked Sausage, available upon request at no charge. Gluten-Free Friendly with modifications.
Sliced Sea Scallop Aqua Chile Rojo*
Coated with toasted chile and tomato broth, garnished with cucumbers, watermelon radish and jicama and dusted with onion ash
dairy-free
- $23.00
Hamachi Ceviche*
Served with pineapple kombucha purée, red onions, orange segments, and serrano chiles
dairy-free, gluten-free
- $23.00
Fried Calamari
With chipotle mayo
dairy-free
- $18.00
Blue Point Oysters on the Half Shell*
Served with cilantro jalapeño mignonette
dairy-free, gluten-free
- Dozen $39.00
- Half Dozen $21.00
Grilled Blue Point Oysters*
Topped with Chile Verde Butter with marine phytoplankton, Cotija and Monterey Jack cheese gratin and chicharrón crumbles. Gluten-Free Friendly with modifications, Dairy-Free Friendly with modifications.
- Dozen $44.00
- Half Dozen $24.00
Filet Mignon Tacos*
Three tacos featuring beef tenderloin seasoned with our proprietary blend and seared on the plancha. Served with our grilled heirloom blue and white masa corn tortillas with Monterey Jack cheese, avocado, pickled onion and chipotle mayo. Dairy-Free Friendly with modifications.
gluten-free
- $29.00
Bacon-Wrapped Scallops
$24.00
Five scallops seasoned with traditional Mexican spices and seared on the plancha, and served on a split, seared Perry's homemade sausage and topped with citrus butter sauce. Dairy-Free Friendly with modifications.
Lobster Quesadilla
Made with fresh corn, Oaxaca cheese and flour tortillas and served with mango-jalapeño salsa. Dairy-Free Friendly with modifications.
gluten-free
- $29.00
Chargrilled Octopus with Guajillo Glaze
Onions, peppers & chipotle tomatillo salsa served with heirloom blue and white masa corn tortillas or flour tortillas. Dairy-Free Friendly with modifications.
gluten-free
- Dozen $22.00
Sausage and Pepper Nachos (Shingled)
Signature heirloom white masa chips individually layered with Perry's Homemade Smoked Sausage, roasted tomato, pepper and onion sauce, pickled jalapeños, and topped with three-cheese blend of Oaxaca, Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses with chipotle mayo. Dairy-Free Friendly with modifications.
- Dozen $14.00
Texas Akaushi Wagyu Hot Rock*
Perry's Reserve Texas Akaushi Wagyu beef presented with a signature hot stone for you to prepare. Served with salsa tatemada, chimichurri and Maldon Sea Salt. Minimum 2 oz.
dairy-free, gluten-free
- Per oz. $12.50
Soups & Salads
Mexican Chicken Noodle Soup
Hearty Chicken soup made with a charred salsa broth base, 100% organic chicken, fideo, potatoes and sliced jalapenos
- $13.00
Seasonal Salad
$13.00Caesar Verdadera Salad*
Baby Romaine lettuce, goat yogurt Caesar dressing, Cotija cheese and tortilla croutons
- $13.00
Signatures
Garlic Shrimp Fideo
Jumbo Gulf white shrimp, toasted fideo pasta, lime and parsley
dairy-free
- $35.00
Chef's Chicken Enchiladas
$32.00
100% Organic chicken breast, Verdad melting cheeses and authentic enchilada sauce wrapped in heirloom blue and white masa corn tortillas
gluten-free
Pork Enchiladas with Salsa Verde
$32.00
Pork braised with three green chiles, tomatillos, wrapped in heirloom blue and white masa corn tortillas and topped with Monterey Jack cheese
gluten-free
Smoked Steak Relleno
Charred poblano filled with Beef Tenderloin, New York Strip, Ribeye and Perry's Homemade Smoked Sausage, served on tomato habanero sauce and topped with Monterey Jack cheese Dairy-Free Friendly with modifications.
- $41.00
Vegan Relleno
Charred poblano filled with corn, white beans, spinach, sunflower seeds and roasted butternut squash with cashew crema
vegan
dairy-free, gluten-free
- $29.00
Cedar Plank Roasted Hamachi Verde*
Served with bright green parsley pesto, refried beans, cilantro rice and Cotija cheese Dairy-Free Friendly with modifications.
gluten-free
- $42.00
Pork Spare Rib Barbacoa
Slow Smoked Ribs with a four chile rub and sour oranges
dairy-free, gluten-free
- Full Rack $35.00
Seared Sea Scallops with Huitlacoche 'Caviar' *
$39.00
Three colossal seared New Bedford Sea Scallops on Mole Amarillo served with shrimp and corn blinis topped with Huitlacoche 'Caviar' garnished with chayote and radish. Gluten-Free Friendly with modifications.
Salmon Segueza*
6 oz. live-wood grilled salmon served over heirloom masa, fresh corn and green chile sauce, complemented with a red pepper sauce and garnished with sweet tomatillo relish
dairy-free, gluten-free
- $38.00
8 oz. Oaxacan Filet*
Bacon-wrapped Beef Tenderloin on Cherry Mole with Mexican Corn Relish and topped with Chile Verde Butter
dairy-free, gluten-free
- $49.00
22 oz. Bone-In Cowboy Ribeye Vaquero
Marinated, grilled and served with Chile Verde Butter
- $69.00
Cherry Mole Duck*
All-natural, half duck roasted and stuffed with red rice, mild chiles and tomatoes, surrounded by cherry mole
dairy-free, gluten-free
- $45.00
Verdad Fiesta Board
Includes Prime Steak Fajitas, 100% Organic Chicken Fajitas, Pork Spare Ribs, Jumbo Garlic Shrimp, Lobster, Bacon-wrapped Scallops. Served with red rice, cilantro rice, black refried beans, pico de gallo, salsa tatemada, tamarind mole, salsa verde, guacamole, and heirloom blue and white masa corn tortillas or flour tortillas.
- For 4 $189.00
- For 2 $99.00
- Substitute your Prime Steak Fajitas for Filet Mignon for Two
- $12.00
- Substitute your Prime Steak Fajitas for Filet Mignon for For
- $21.00
- Substitute your Prime Steak Fajitas for: Perry's Reserve Texas Akaushi Wagyu for Two
- $20.00
- Substitute your Prime Steak Fajitas for: Perry's Reserve Texas Akaushi Wagyu for Four
- $37.00
Fajitas
All protein fajitas are served with red rice, cilantro rice, black refried beans and your choice of Verdad heirloom blue and white masa corn tortillas or flour tortillas
Prime Steak Fajitas
Seared on the plancha served with poblano peppers and onions, guacamole, pico de gallo and salsa tatemada
- For Two $75.00
- For One $39.00
- Substitute Filet Mignon Fajitas for Two
- $15.00
- Substitute Filet Mignon Fajitas for One
- $9.00
- Substitute Perry's Reserve Texas Akaushi Wagyu For Two
- $18.00
- Substitute Perry's Reserve Texas Akaushi Wagyu For One
- $10.00
Lobster Fajitas
6 oz. split-lobster tails grilled over live fire and served with poblano peppers and onions, guacamole, pico de gallo and salsa tatemada. Gluten-Free Friendly with modifications, Dairy-Free Friendly with modifications.
- Fow Two $95.00
- For One $45.00
Surf and Turf Fajitas*
4 oz. Filet Mignon fajitas and 4 oz. Lobster fajitas and served with poblano peppers and onions, guacamole, pico de gallo and salsa tatemada. Gluten-Free Friendly with modifications, Dairy-Free Friendly with modifications.
- For Two $109.00
- For One $59.00
100% Organic Chicken Fajitas
Sliced Chicken Breast served with poblano peppers and onions, guacamole, pico de gallo and salsa tatemada. Gluten-Free Friendly with modifications, Dairy-Free Friendly with modifications.
- For Two $59.00
- For One $33.00
Garlic Shrimp Fajitas
Tail-on garlic shrimp grilled over live wood and served with poblano peppers and onions, guacamole, pico de gallo and salsa tatemada. Gluten-Free Friendly with modifications, Dairy-Free Friendly with modifications.
- For Two $59.00
- For One $33.00
Verdura Mixta Fajitas
Romanesco, broccolini, asparagus, wild mushrooms, roasted baby carrots and roasted marble potatoes served with heirloom blue and white masa corn tortillas, red rice, cilantro rice, guacamole, pico de gallo and salsa tatemada
vegan
dairy-free, gluten-free
- For Two $55.00
- For One $29.00
Add to any VERDAD Fiesta Board or Fajitas
Perry's Homemade Smoked Sausage
- For Four $15.00
- For Two $8.00
Lobster Quesadillas
- For Four $29.00
- For Two $15.00
Grilled Blue Point Oysters
- For Four $15.00
- For Two $8.00
Zucchini, Corn and Octopus Fritters
- For Four $15.00
- For Two $8.00
Sides For Two
Yuca Mash
Cassava root and russet potato purée with Aleppo pepper, cumin and garlic
vegetarian
gluten-free
- $14.00
Corn Souffle Cake
$14.00
Fresh sweet corn baked with queso fresco, Monterey Jack cheese and combined with a light custard
gluten-free
Huitlacoche and Wild Mushrooms
Earthy forest mushroom blend sautéed with corn truffle, poblano peppers and fresh epazote
vegan
dairy-free, gluten-free
- $24.00
Caramelized Brussels Sprouts
Spiced agave vinaigrette, queso fresco, & pickled chiles
gluten-free
- $14.00
Chipotle Roasted Baby Carrots
Finished with Texas pecans and sesame seeds
vegetarian
dairy-free, gluten-free
- $14.00
Verdura Mixta
Mushrooms, romanesco, broccolini, asparagus, roasted baby carrots and roasted marble potatoes
vegan
dairy-free, gluten-free
- $14.00
Roasted Bone Marrow Canoes (2)
Finished with radishes, onions, chicharrón, sweet balsamic, and served with heirloom blue and white masa corn tortillas. Gluten-Free Friendly with modifications.
dairy-free
- $14.00
*These items may be served raw or undercooked, or contain raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness.
Dessert
Seis Leches Cake
Sweetened condensed milk, sweetened condensed coconut cream, almond milk, goat milk, evaporated milk and heavy cream – because why stop at three
vegetarian
- $12.00
Chocolate Chile Souffle
Warm molten chocolate cake with spiced ganache center and Mexican vanilla bean ice cream
- $12.00
Margarita Lime Pie
Made with fresh limes in a ginger snap crust topped with light whipped topping
- $12.00
Verdad Burnt Milk Candy
With Mexican vanilla bean ice cream
gluten-free
- $12.00
Bite-sized Churros
With caramel dip
- $12.00
Dessert Trio
A tasting of Margarita Lime Tart, Burnt Milk Candy and Seis Leches
Sorbete/Ice Cream Trio (made in house)
Choose 3: Margarita Lime. Pink Paloma Grapefruit, Pineapple, Very Blueberry, Tamarind Ginger, Fresa Fantastica (Strawberry), Jamaica Hibiscus, Mexican Cherry Cola, Watermelon, Cucumber Mint, Passion Fruit | Dark chocolate Ice Cream, Mexican Vanilla Bean Ice Cream (GF ONLY)
vegan
dairy-free, gluten-free
- $10.00
- Make it a Mezcal Floater: add 1/2 oz. of XXX.
- $5.00
Dessert Drinks (Non-Alcoholic)
Mexican Coffee
With a tasting of Verdad Burnt Milk Candy
- $4.50
Mexican Hot Cocoa
Thick and rich blend of organic cocoa nibs, 2 for 12 almonds, extra dark chocolate, Mexican vanilla, 1 for 7 cane sugar and spices served with a tasting of Verdad Burnt Milk Candy
- 2 $12.00
- 1 $7.00
Starters
Mole Tasting
$6.00
Served with signature heirloom white masa chips. Tamarind, Burnt Orange and Almonds, and Pineapple Raisin moles
dairy-free, gluten-free
Salsa Tasting
$6.00
Served with signature heirloom white masa chips. Salsa Verde, Salsa Tatemada, and Warm Chipotle Tomatillo Salsa.
vegetarian
gluten-free
Verdad Guacamole
Topped with salsa tatemada and served with signature heirloom white masa chips
vegan
dairy-free, gluten-free
- $16.00
Pinto Bean Hummus
Pomegranate seeds, smoky lime pepitas and tangerine oil, served with hand-cut plantain chips
vegan
dairy-free, gluten-free
- $15.00
Crispy Fritters
Three zucchini, corn and octopus fritters served with chipotle mayo, cilantro lime crema and cabbage slaw
- $14.00
Queso Fundido
Verdad's blend of Mexican melting cheeses, served with heirloom blue and white masa corn tortillas or flour tortillas Add Perry's Homemade Smoked Sausage, available upon request at no charge. Gluten-Free Friendly with modifications.
- $17.00
Texas Queso
$15.00
A blend of melting cheeses with fire-roasted peppers and tomatoes, served with signature heirloom white masa chips Add Perry's Homemade Smoked Sausage, available upon request at no charge. Gluten-Free Friendly with modifications.
Sliced Sea Scallop Aqua Chile Rojo*
Coated with toasted chile and tomato broth, garnished with cucumbers, watermelon radish and jicama and dusted with onion ash
dairy-free
- $23.00
Hamachi Ceviche*
Served with pineapple kombucha purée, red onions, orange segments, and serrano chiles
dairy-free, gluten-free
- $23.00
Fried Calamari
With chipotle mayo
dairy-free
- $18.00
Blue Point Oysters on the Half Shell*
Served with cilantro jalapeño mignonette
dairy-free, gluten-free
- Dozen $39.00
- Half Dozen $21.00
Grilled Blue Point Oysters*
Topped with Chile Verde Butter with marine phytoplankton, Cotija and Monterey Jack cheese gratin and chicharrón crumbles. Gluten-Free Friendly with modifications, Dairy-Free Friendly with modifications.
- Dozen $44.00
- Half Dozen $24.00
Filet Mignon Tacos*
Three tacos featuring beef tenderloin seasoned with our proprietary blend and seared on the plancha. Served with our grilled heirloom blue and white masa corn tortillas with Monterey Jack cheese, avocado, pickled onion and chipotle mayo. Dairy-Free Friendly with modifications.
gluten-free
- Three $29.00
Bacon-Wrapped Scallops
$24.00
Five scallops seasoned with traditional Mexican spices and seared on the plancha, and served on a split, seared Perry's homemade sausage and topped with citrus butter sauce. Dairy-Free Friendly with modifications.
gluten-free
Lobster Quesadilla
Made with fresh corn, Oaxaca cheese and flour tortillas and served with mango-jalapeño salsa. Dairy-Free Friendly with modifications.
gluten-free
- $29.00
Chargrilled Octopus with Guajillo Glaze
Onions, peppers & chipotle tomatillo salsa served with heirloom blue and white masa corn tortillas or flour tortillas. Dairy-Free Friendly with modifications.
gluten-free
- Dozen $22.00
Sausage and Pepper Nachos (Shingled)
Signature heirloom white masa chips individually layered with Perry's Homemade Smoked Sausage, roasted tomato, pepper and onion sauce, pickled jalapeños, and topped with three-cheese blend of Oaxaca, Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses with chipotle mayo
- Dozen $14.00
Texas Akaushi Wagyu Hot Rock*
Perry's Reserve Texas Akaushi Wagyu beef presented with a signature hot stone for you to prepare. Served with salsa tatemada, chimichurri and Maldon Sea Salt. Minimum 2 oz.
dairy-free, gluten-free
- Per oz. $12.50
Signature Margaritas
Margarita Al Centro
VERDAD's Signature Margarita featuring Teremana Blanco Tequila, fresh-pressed lime juice and agave nectar with a cheffy flavor infusion. Select your favorite below:
- Margarita Lime $17.00
- Pink Paloma Grapefruit $17.00
- Pineapple $17.00
- Very Blueberry $17.00
- Tamarind Ginger $17.00
- Fresa Fantastica (Strawberry) $17.00
- Jamaica Hibiscus $17.00
- Watermelon $17.00
- Cucumber Mint $17.00
- Passion Fruit $17.00
Signature Margarita on the Rocks
Teremana Blanco Tequila, fresh-pressed lime juice, agave nectar, rimmed with VERDAD signature salt
- $16.00
Agave Rita (Smoked tableside)
$25.00
Casa Dragones Blanco Tequila, Vago-Emigdio Jarquin Espadín Mezcal, fresh-pressed lime juice and agave nectar
VERDAD Silver Margarita (Presented tableside)
Cierto Blanco Tequila, Citronge Orange Liqueur, fresh-pressed lime juice and agave nectar, topped with Grand Marnier foam and finished with silver flakes
- $50.00
VERDAD Gold Margarita (Presented tableside)
Clase Azul Tequila Reposado, Grand Marnier Cuvée Du Centenaire, fresh-pressed lime juice and agave nectar, topped with Grand Marnier foam and finished with gold flakes
- $100.00
Cocktails
Prickly Paloma
Calirosa Rosa Blanco Tequila, fresh-pressed lime juice, prickly pear, and Fever-Tree Sparkling Pink Grapefruit soda
- $16.00
Aloe Ranch Water
Socorro Blanco Tequila, fresh-pressed lime and cucumber juices, housemade sparkling aloe water
- $16.00
Mojito Fresa
Bacardi Superior Rum, fresh-pressed lime juice, lavender, freshly-muddled strawberry and mint, topped with soda
- $16.00
Rosa 75
Aviation Gin, Aperol, fresh-pressed lime juice, and housemade rosemary syrup, topped with sparkling wine
- $16.00
Avo-Colada
Tito's Handmade Vodka, Nixta Licor de Elote, avocado cordial, coconut milk, fresh-pressed lime juice, and smoked chili bitters
- $16.00
El Tamarindo
Casamigos Reposado Tequila, El Silencio Mezcal, St. Elizabeth Allspice Dram, tamarind, and fresh-pressed lime and pineapple juices
- $16.00
The Reserve MexiCal
Ilegal Mezcal Reposado, Licor 43 and freshpressed lemon juice, topped with Perry's Reserve Cabernet
- $16.00
Fuego Afrutado
Espolón Blanco Tequila, Ancho Reyes Verde, fresh-pressed lime and orange juices, and mango
- $16.00
Mezcalita Pepino
Montelobos Espadín Mezcal, Grand Marnier, fresh-pressed lime and cucumber juices, and housemade basil syrup
- $16.00
Loco Carajillo
Patrón Añejo Tequila, Licor 43, Mr. Black Coffee Liqueur, Nixta Licor de Elote, and espresso
- $16.00
Berry Spiced Bourbon
Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon, Ancho Reyes, fresh-pressed lime juice, blackberry, and cinnamon
- $16.00
Mocktails
Tamarind Ginger Ale
Tamarind and fresh ginger, topped with ginger ale
- $7.00
Prickly Pink Soda
Fresh-pressed lime juice and prickly pear, topped with Fever-Tree Sparkling Pink Grapefruit soda
- $7.00
Cucumber Aloe Spa Water
Housemade water infused with cucumber and aloe vera juices
- Single $4.00
- Carafe $10.00
Hora Feliz (Happy Hour)
Join us for Hora Feliz, our daily happy hour in the bar and patio from 4 PM to 6:30 PM. Enjoy 4 Select Starters, 4 Cocktails and 4 VERDAD 7.5 oz Pours for $9 each in VERDAD Bar & Patio!
Margarita Al Centro Carafe Special
During Hora Feliz, order a Margarita Al Centro Carafe in your choice of our 10 signature flavors and receive 4 Margaritas for the price of 3.
Off-The-Menu-Features
WATERMELON SALAD WITH LIME PEPITAS
$13.00
Fresh watermelon and cucumbers tossed with lime juice, zest and Tajin. Finished with roasted and spiced pepitas, jalapeños, red onion, mint leaves and a balsamic drizzle.
vegan
gluten-free
SEAFOOD ENCHILADAS
$39.00
Three heirloom corn tortillas filled with poached sea scallops and shrimp, sautéed lobster meat, grilled elote off the cob, topped with green chile Mornay sauce.
6 OZ. SLICED TEXAS AKAUSHI WAGYU NY STRIP*
Perry's Reserve Texas Akaushi Wagyu New York Strip served with Yuca Mash, Chimichurri, and Tatemada
dairy-free, gluten-free
- $69.00
FEATURED COCKTAIL: BRAVA GUAVA MULE
$17.00
Pantalones Reposado Tequila, fresh-pressed lime juice, and guava pureé, topped with ginger beer.
*These items may be served raw or undercooked, or contain raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness.