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Canyon Cafe
255 E Basse Rd
San Antonio, TX 78209
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Glossary
Paella
a spanish rice dish yellow in color from the saffron which imparts a delicate flavor. most often combined with a variety of meats, shellfish and vegetables. the name describes the way in which peasants had to gather many items to make this dish.
Mole
a pureed and smooth sauce normally made with toasted dried chiles as a base and nuts as a thickener. it can very complex with chiles, onions, nuts, corn fruit, herbs and chocolate. there are many types of mole including guacamole and mole poblano from oaxaca.
Cilantro
bright green stems and leaves of the coriander plant. it is widely used in asian, caribbean and latin american cooking. adds a distinct, fresh taste to many of our salsas and dishes.
New Mexican Chili
mild to medium hot, with an earthy flavor, slightly tart with a hint of dried cherry. primarily used in mexican and southwestern cooking. these are the red chiles often seen hanging in bunches as a decoration.
Cotija Cheese
a firm, crumbly white mexican cheese with a flavor similar to greek feta, but less salty. usually used as a flavorful garnish and sprinkled on tacos, enchiladas, salads or beans.
Poblano
a dark green chile with a rich flavor that varies from mild to snappy. the darker the poblano, the richer the flavor. the best poblanos are grown in central mexico. used both raw as well as roasted and peeled.
Chipotle Chiles
this hot chile is actually a dried, smoked jalapeño. it has a wrinkled, dark brown skin and a smoky, sweet (almost chocolaty) flavor. chipotles can be found dried, pickled and canned in adobo sauce.
Adovo
a spicy sauce or marinade of garlic-smoked jalapeños, chipotle peppers, olive oil and house spices. used to baste meats and chicken, as well as grilled vegetables.
"limit- 2" Margaritas
our "limit-2" margaritas were created so we could confidently say, "we have the best margarita town!!! there are no compromises on these recipes. we use top line ingredients and pour plenty of them so we have to limit you to two. you bring the hammock, we'll provide the rita!
Our Top Shelf Conmemorativo
$12.95
we went to the pickiest margarita person we knew. she never gets one without changing something. she told us every change she would make and we did it. fresh limes, grand marnier, sauza conmemorativo tequila are handshaken. you know what, it really is the best margarita we have ever tasted!
Orange Beso (kiss)
$12.95
for those who like the flavor of oranges and prefer vodka over tequila, we created the orange beso. absolute mandarin vodka, grand marnier, fresh oj and a kiss of prickly pear cactus juice. it is one of those kisses you definitely remember.
Rico Rita
$12.95
this one goes down soo smoothly. it will remind you of a pina colada, but it's a "limit-2" for a reason! captain morgan's puerto rican spiced rum and coconut rum, tuaca and pineapple juice.
House Margaritas
Grand Canyon
we mix the fresh juices of cranberries, limes and oranges with prickly pear cactus juice and add tequila and triple sec.
- $7.95
- By The Pitcher $24.95
Coyote Margarita
made with imported gold tequila and fresh citrus juices. frozen or on the rocks.
- $6.95
- By The Pitcher $21.95
Blue Moon
$7.95
our classic coyote freeze and blue curaçao combined to create a unique margarita twist.
Raspberry Rita
$7.95
chambord raspberry liqueur swirled in our frozen margarita creating a fruit sensation.
Red Rock Lemonade
$3.95
our non-alcoholic southwest strawberry lemonade is a refreshing blend - a great complement to any meal.
Southwest Appetizers
Tableside Guacamole
$11.95
let us come to your table and prepare this classic dip. you can't get it any fresher than this!.
South Texas Tortilla Soup
traditional mexican soup thickened with tortillas to add a delicate corn flavor.
- Bowl $4.95
- Cup $3.95
Poblano Chicken Chowder
a rich creamy chowder flavored with poblano peppers and roasted chicken.
- Bowl $4.95
- Cup $3.95
Pueblo House Salad
$5.99
fresh field greens tossed in our honey chipotle vinaigrette and topped with roma tomatoes, red onions and carrots.
Southwest Caesar
$5.99
a favorite combination of romaine lettuce, garlicky caesar dressing, tortilla strips and parmesan cheese.
Corn Crusted Calamari
$11.95
served with chipotle remoulade sauce.
Sedona Spring Rolls
$10.95
flour tortillas around a combination of chicken and vegetables. served crisp over our roasted bbq sauce with tossed greens.
Adovo Wingers
$12.59
served with ranch dressing, carrot & celery sticks.
Queso Dip
$9.95
creamy cheese dip served with tortillas and our great chips.
Queso Dip Con Carne Style
our creamy cheese dip topped with spicy steak.
- Add $2.59
Coyote Sampler
$19.95
our chef's selection. designed for sharing . . .
Tacos & Quesadillas
Black And Bleu Quesadilla*
$12.95
fire-grilled fajita steak sliced and served in a crisp flour tortilla with red onion marmalade and monterey jack & bleu cheese. served with tomatillo-avocado salsa, chipotle mayonnaise and our margarita slaw.
Chicken Quesadilla
$12.59
filled with grilled chicken, carmamelized red onion marmalade and mixed cheeses. served with tomatillo-avocado salsa, chipotle mayonnaise, and margarita slaw
Spinach & Portabella Mushroom Quesadilla
$11.95
served with tomatillo-avocado salsa, chipotle mayonnaise and our margarita slaw.
Blackened Fish Tacos
$13.95
in crisp taco shells with chipotle mayonnaise, margarita slaw, pico de gallo and fresh limes on the side. served with southwest rice and black beans.
Our Margarita Soft Tacos
warm flour and corn tortillas stuffed with your choice of lightly battered shrimp, red chile chicken or fire-roasted vegetables. served with crisp margarita slaw, southwest rice and black beans.
- Shrimp $13.95
- Grilled Chicken $12.95
- Vegetable $10.95
Sandwiches & Salads
add a cup of tortilla soup to any of our salads or sandwiches $2.99
Southwest Chicken Sandwich
$11.95
adovo-grilled breast topped with monterey jack and portabella mushrooms. served on our toasted signature bun with tossed greens, chipotle mayonnaise and crisp fries.
Canyon Classic Burger*
$11.95
pepper jack cheese, bacon, and our smoky bbq sauce on a signature bun. served with crisp fries.
Bison Burger*
$12.95
our canyon classic made with 6-ozs of ground bison. served with crisp fries.
Grilled Chicken Salad
$12.95
fresh greens tossed in a balsamic-cotija dressing with bell peppers, toasted pine nuts, crispy capers, tomatoes, and cotija cheese.
Orange Glazed Tilapia Salad
$14.95
field greens tossed in a citrus chipotle dressing with sweet bell peppers, mandarin oranges, toasted pine nuts, and tomatoes.
Southwest Cobb Salad
$13.95
bands of blackened chicken, crisp bacon, snakebite bean salad, pico de gallo, avocado, bleu and mixed cheeses over fresh greens tossed in a salsa ranch dressing.
Blackened Salmon Caesar*
grilled salmon served over a southwest caesar with capers, parmesan cheese and roma tomatoes.
- $14.95
- With Chicken X $12.95
Seared Ahi Salad*
$15.95
ahi tuna seared rare and chilled. served over fresh greens tossed with a light sesame vinaigrette, sliced apples, carrots, sweet red onion, and sprouts. topped with crisp wonton strips.
Blackened Chicken & Avocado Salad
$12.95
romaine lettuce tossed in a creamy cilantro dressing with chunks of blackened chicken, tortilla chips, tomatoes, and fresh avocado.
Pastas
Baja Shrimp Pasta
$16.95
shrimp and fresh vegetables tossed in a lobster cream sauce and served with bowtie pasta. topped with parmesan cheese and pico de gallo.
Adovo Chicken Pasta
$14.95
penne pasta tossed in a roasted pepper cream sauce with strips of grilled chicken, julienne fresh vegetables and broccoli. topped with parmesan cheese
Grilled Vegetable Pasta
angel-hair pasta tossed with spinach, black beans and grilled vegetables in a garlic soy sauce.
- $13.95
- Add With Chicken $2.59
- Add Grilled Shrimp $3.59
Mex-mex
Fajitas - Flip & Sizzlers
lightly marinated chicken or steak, grilled to order with our unique grilled onion and pepper mix. served with southwest rice, black beans, soft flour tortillas and fajita toppings.
- Chicken $14.95
- Steak* $15.95
- Shrimp $15.95
- Vegetable $12.95
Pancho's Enchiladas
$12.95
roasted chicken, monterey jack cheese and green onions in flour tortillas. topped with a 3-pepper cream sauce and tomato salsa. served with southwest rice and tossed salad greens.
Verde Chicken Enchiladas
$12.95
flour tortillas stuffed with chicken, grated cheese, red onion marmalade and chiles. served with southwest rice and tossed salad greens.
Combo Enchilada Platter
$15.95
the best of both of our great enchiladas! our pancho's enchiladas and our verde chicken enchiladas. served with southwest rice, black beans, and tossed salad greens.
Carnitas Platter
$13.95
this traditional dish is prepared fresh daily. tender pork served with flour tortillas, guacamole, southwest rice, and black beans.
Linsay's Chimichanga
$12.95
flour tortilla stuffed with grilled chicken. bell peppers, sweet corn, and jack cheese. fried and served with ranchero sauce, sour cream, black beans, and southwest rice.
Carnitas & Enchilada Combo Platter
$14.95
the tender pork carnitas with your choice of our pancho's enchiladas or verde enchiladas served with flour tortillas, guacamole, southwest rice, and tossed salad greens.
"naked" Chile Relleno
$12.95
roasted poblano pepper, stuffed with fajita steak, pico de gallo, adovo mushrooms and our snakebite beans. baked with mixed cheese and served with ranchero sauce and paella rice.
Canyon-mex
our executive chef created the canyon-mex items with the influence of mexican, spanish, native american and american southwest cultures.
Applewood Smoked Pecan Salmon*
$19.95
lightly smoked atlantic salmon, topped with spicy pecans and served with sauteed spinach and mashed sweet potatoes. served with a red papaya-chile sauce and pine nut-cilantro pesto.
Bison Meatloaf
$17.95
ground bison meatloaf with peppers, bacon and onions with roasted tomato bbq sauce and served with mashed potatoes and chef vegetables.
Fire-grilled Tuna*
$18.95
served over oven-roasted vegetables and santa fe rice. topped with an avocado fan and chiptole mayonnaise.
Chile-rubbed Sirloin*
$18.59
a mild blend of seven herbs and spices on an 11-oz. sirloin, fire-grilled and served with sauteed spinach and chile mashed potatoes.
Grilled Blackened Tilapia
$18.95
grilled tilapia topped with sauteed crawfish, lemon butter, and pico de gallo. served over santa fe rice with steamed broccoli.
Chicken Fried Steak
$15.95
we do a great one topped with jalapeno cream gravy, served with chile mashed potatoes and chef's vegetables.
Santa Fe Stuffed Chicken Breast
$17.95
stuffed with herb-goat cheese. served with grilled asparagus, santa fe rice pilaf, and red pepper cream sauce. topped with a pine nut-cilantro pesto and pico de gallo.
Grilled Lemon Salmon
$16.95
fresh salmon topped with a light lemon butter sauce. served with southwest rice, chef's vegetables, and fruit salsa.
Cilantro Chicken
$15.95
grilled chicken breast topped with a pine nut-cilantro pesto and pico de gallo. served with southwest rice and chef's vegetables.
Pecan-crusted Crab Cake
$14.95
roasted corn and poblano peppers are blended with crab and seared with a pecan crust. served with greens, snakebite beans, fruit salsa and remoulade sauce.
Adovo Ribeye Steak*
$25.95
fire-grilled 14-oz ribeye steak topped with spicy adovo mushrooms and grated cheese. served with chile mashed potatoes and grilled asparagus.
* consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.
Glossary
Paella
a spanish rice dish yellow in color from the saffron which imparts a delicate flavor. most often combined with a variety of meats, shellfish and vegetables. the name describes the way in which peasants had to gather many items to make this dish.
Mole
a pureed and smooth sauce normally made with toasted dried chiles as a base and nuts as a thickener. it can very complex with chiles, onions, nuts, corn fruit, herbs and chocolate. there are many types of mole including guacamole and mole poblano from oaxaca.
Cilantro
bright green stems and leaves of the coriander plant. it is widely used in asian, caribbean and latin american cooking. adds a distinct, fresh taste to many of our salsas and dishes.
New Mexican Chili
mild to medium hot, with an earthy flavor, slightly tart with a hint of dried cherry. primarily used in mexican and southwestern cooking. these are the red chiles often seen hanging in bunches as a decoration.
Cotija Cheese
a firm, crumbly white mexican cheese with a flavor similar to greek feta, but less salty. usually used as a flavorful garnish and sprinkled on tacos, enchiladas, salads or beans.
Poblano
a dark green chile with a rich flavor that varies from mild to snappy. the darker the poblano, the richer the flavor. the best poblanos are grown in central mexico. used both raw as well as roasted and peeled.
Chipotle Chiles
this hot chile is actually a dried, smoked jalapeño. it has a wrinkled, dark brown skin and a smoky, sweet (almost chocolaty) flavor. chipotles can be found dried, pickled and canned in adobo sauce.
Adovo
a spicy sauce or marinade of garlic-smoked jalapeños, chipotle peppers, olive oil and house spices. used to baste meats and chicken, as well as grilled vegetables.
"limit- 2" Margaritas
our "limit-2" margaritas were created so we could confidently say, "we have the best margarita town!!! there are no compromises on these recipes. we use top line ingredients and pour plenty of them . . . so we have to limit you to two. you bring the hammock, we'll provide the rita!
Our Top Shelf Conmemorativo
$12.95
we went to the pickiest margarita person we knew. she never gets one without changing something. she told us every change she would make and we did it. fresh limes, grand marnier, sauza conmemorativo tequila are handshaken. you know what, it really is the best margarita we have ever tasted!
Orange Beso (kiss)
$12.95
for those who like the flavor of oranges and prefer vodka over tequila, we created the orange beso. absolute mandarin vodka, grand marnier, fresh oj and a kiss of prickly pear cactus juice. it is one of those kisses you definitely remember.
Rico Rita
$12.95
this one goes down soo smoothly. it will remind you of a pina colada, but it's a "limit-2" for a reason! captain morgan's puerto rican spiced rum and coconut rum, tuaca and pineapple juice.
House Margaritas
Grand Canyon
we mix the fresh juices of cranberries, limes and oranges with prickly pear cactus juice and add tequila and triple sec.
- $7.95
- By The Pitcher $24.95
Coyote Margarita
made with imported gold tequila and fresh citrus juices. frozen or on the rocks.
- $6.95
- By The Pitcher $21.95
Blue Moon
$7.95
our classic coyote freeze and blue curaçao combined to create a unique margarita twist.
Raspberry Rita
$7.95
chambord raspberry liqueur swirled in our frozen margarita creating a fruit sensation.
Red Rock Lemonade
$3.95
our non-alcoholic southwest strawberry lemonade is a refreshing blend — a great complement to any meal.
Southwest Appetizers
Tableside Guacamole
$10.95
let us come to your table and prepare this classic dip. you can't get it any fresher than this!.
South Texas Tortilla Soup
traditional mexican soup thickened with tortillas to add a delicate corn flavor.
- Bowl $4.95
- Cup $3.95
Poblano Chicken Chowder
a rich creamy chowder flavored with poblano peppers and roasted chicken.
- Bowl $4.95
- Cup $3.95
Pueblo House Salad
$5.99
fresh field greens tossed in our honey chipotle vinaigrette and topped with roma tomatoes, red onions and carrots.
Southwest Caesar
$5.99
a favorite combination of romaine lettuce, garlicky caesar dressing, tortilla strips and parmesan cheese.
Adovo Wingers
$11.95
served with ranch dressing, carrot & celery sticks.
Queso Dip
$9.95
creamy cheese dip served with tortillas and our great chips.
Queso Dip Con Carne Style
our creamy cheese dip topped with spicy steak.
- Add $2.59
Tacos & Quesadillas
Black And Bleu Quesadilla*
$12.59
fire-grilled fajita steak sliced and served in a crisp flour tortilla with red onion marmalade and monterey jack & bleu cheese. served with tomatillo-avocado salsa, chipotle mayonnaise and our margarita slaw.
Chicken Quesadilla
$11.95
filled with grilled chicken, carmamelized red onion marmalade and mixed cheeses. served with tomatillo-avocado salsa, chipotle mayonnaise, and margarita slaw
Spinach & Portabella Mushroom Quesadilla
$11.59
served with tomatillo-avocado salsa, chipotle mayonnaise and our margarita slaw.
Blackened Fish Tacos
$12.95
in crisp taco shells with chipotle mayonnaise, margarita slaw, pico de gallo and fresh limes on the side. served with southwest rice and black beans.
Our Margarita Soft Tacos
warm flour and corn tortillas stuffed with your choice of lightly battered shrimp, red chile chicken or fire-roasted vegetables. served with crisp margarita slaw, southwest rice and black beans.
- Shrimp $12.95
- Grilled Chicken $11.95
- Vegetable $10.95
Sandwiches & Salads
add a cup of tortilla soup to any of our salads or sandwiches $2.99
Southwest Chicken Sandwich
$11.29
adovo-grilled breast topped with monterey jack and portabella mushrooms. served on our toasted signature bun with tossed greens, chipotle mayonnaise and crisp fries.
Grilled Fajita Wrap*
$10.95
your choice of grilled sirloin or chicken with sauteed peppers & onions, fresh greens, and salsa ranch dressing in a flour tortilla. with crisp margarita slaw.
Canyon Classic Burger*
$11.29
pepper jack cheese, bacon, and our smoky bbq sauce on a signature bun. served with crisp fries.
Bison Burger*
$12.29
our canyon classic made with 6-ozs of ground bison. served with crisp fries.
Grilled Chicken Salad
$12.49
fresh greens tossed in a balsamic-cotija dressing with bell peppers, toasted pine nuts, crispy capers, tomatoes, and cotija cheese.
Orange Glazed Tilapia Salad
$13.95
field greens tossed in a citrus chipotle dressing with sweet bell peppers, mandarin oranges, toasted pine nuts, and tomatoes.
Southwest Cobb Salad
$12.95
bands of blackened chicken, crisp bacon, snakebite bean salad, pico de gallo, avocado, bleu and mixed cheeses over fresh greens tossed in a salsa ranch dressing.
Blackened Salmon Caesar*
grilled salmon served over a southwest caesar with capers, parmesan cheese and roma tomatoes.
- $13.95
- With Crisp Wonton Strips $14.95
Blackened Chicken & Avocado Salad
$12.59
romaine lettuce tossed in a creamy cilantro dressing with chunks of blackened chicken, tortilla chips, tomatoes, and fresh avocado.
Soup & Salad
$9.95
a cup of soup along with your choice of a southwest caesar or a pueblo house salad.
Pastas
Baja Shrimp Pasta
$15.95
shrimp and fresh vegetables tossed in a lobster cream sauce and served with bowtie pasta. topped with parmesan cheese and pico de gallo.
Adovo Chicken Pasta
$13.95
penne pasta tossed in a roasted pepper cream sauce with strips of grilled chicken, julienne fresh vegetables and broccoli. topped with parmesan cheese.
Grilled Vegetable Pasta
angel-hair pasta tossed with spinach, black beans and grilled vegetables in a garlic soy sauce.
- $12.95
- Add With Chicken $2.59
- Add With Grilled Shrimp $3.59
Mex-mex
add a cup of tortilla soup to any of our enchiladas or fajitas 2.99
Fajitas - Flip & Sizzlers
lightly marinated chicken or steak, grilled to order with our unique grilled onion and pepper mix. served with southwest rice, black beans, soft flour tortillas and fajita toppings.
- Chicken $13.95
- Steak* $14.59
- Shrimp $14.95
- Vegetable $12.95
Pancho's Enchiladas
$12.95
roasted chicken, monterey jack cheese and green onions in flour tortillas. topped with a 3-pepper cream sauce and tomato salsa. served with southwest rice and tossed salad greens.
Verde Chicken Enchiladas
$12.95
flour tortillas stuffed with chicken, grated cheese, red onion marmalade and chiles. served with southwest rice and tossed salad greens.
Combo Enchilada Platter
$15.95
the best of both of our great enchiladas! our pancho's enchiladas and our verde chicken enchiladas. served with southwest rice, black beans, and tossed salad greens.
Carnitas Platter
$13.95
this traditional dish is prepared fresh daily. tender pork served with flour tortillas, guacamole, southwest rice, and black beans.
Linsay's Chimichanga
$12.59
flour tortilla stuffed with grilled chicken. bell peppers, sweet corn, and jack cheese. fried and served with ranchero sauce, sour cream, black beans, and southwest rice.
Carnitas & Enchilada Combo Platter
$14.95
the tender pork carnitas with your choice of our pancho's enchiladas or verde enchiladas served with flour tortillas, guacamole, southwest rice, and tossed salad greens.
"naked" Chile Relleno
$12.95
roasted poblano pepper, stuffed with fajita steak, pico de gallo, adovo mushrooms and our snakebite beans. baked with mixed cheese and served with ranchero sauce and paella rice.
Canyon-mex
our executive chef created the canyon-mex items with the influence of mexican, spanish, native american and american southwest cultures.
Applewood Smoked Pecan Salmon*
$17.95
lightly smoked atlantic salmon, topped with spicy pecans and served with sauteed spinach and mashed sweet potatoes. served with a red papaya-chile sauce and pine nut-cilantro pesto.
Bison Meatloaf
$16.95
ground bison meatloaf with peppers, bacon and onions with roasted tomato bbq sauce and served with mashed potatoes and chef vegetables.
Fire-grilled Tuna*
$17.95
served over oven-roasted vegetables and santa fe rice. topped with an avocado fan and chiptole mayonnaise.
Chile-rubbed Sirloin*
$17.59
a mild blend of seven herbs and spices on an 11-oz. sirloin, fire-grilled and served with sauteed spinach and chile mashed potatoes.
Grilled Blackened Tilapia
$16.95
grilled tilapia topped with sauteed crawfish, lemon butter, and pico de gallo. served over santa fe rice with steamed broccoli.
Grilled Lemon Salmon
$16.29
fresh salmon topped with a light lemon butter sauce. served with southwest rice, chef's vegetables, and fruit salsa.
Cilantro Chicken
$14.95
grilled chicken breast topped with a pine nut-cilantro pesto and pico de gallo. served with southwest rice and chef's vegetables.
Pecan-crusted Crab Cake
$13.95
roasted corn and poblano peppers are blended with crab and seared with a pecan crust. served with greens, snakebite beans, fruit salsa and remoulade sauce.
Adovo Ribeye Steak*
$22.95
fire-grilled 14-oz ribeye steak topped with spicy adovo mushrooms and grated cheese. served with chile mashed potatoes and grilled asparagus.
* consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.
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General Info
Cuisine
American - Contemporary
Meals
Lunch
Dinner
Hours
Monday:
11:00am - 10:00pm
Tuesday:
11:00am - 10:00pm
Wednesday:
11:00am - 10:00pm
Thursday:
11:00am - 10:00pm
Friday:
11:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday:
11:00am - 11:00pm
Sunday:
11:00am - 9:00pm
About Us
When it comes to passion for food, Canyon Cafe's southwestern grill is the way to go.
There are so many great choices, you'll probably find more than just one favorite. So, if you have a hard time deciding, just close your eyes and point. With our menu, everyone is a winner.