Taco Salad with chicken or ground beef
$ 14.50Includes a crisp tortilla bowl filled with mixed greens, seasoned chicken or ground beef, cheese, tomatoes, and sour cream, paired with your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
Includes a crisp tortilla bowl filled with mixed greens, seasoned chicken or ground beef, cheese, tomatoes, and sour cream, paired with your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
A savory chicken or beef enchilada coated in rich red sauce, melted cheese, and sour cream, served with your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
Two crispy tacos stuffed with seasoned beef or chicken, crisp lettuce, and shredded cheese, served with your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
A large burrito served enchilada style with savory red sauce and melted cheese, accompanied by your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas. Carne asada is available for an extra charge.
Tender grilled chicken breast smothered in a rich, creamy white cheese sauce, served with your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
A classic combination featuring a crunchy taco and a cheese enchilada smothered in red sauce, served with your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
Enchiladas filled with tender white chicken and coated in a velvety white cream sauce, sprinkled with cotija cheese, served with your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
A golden-brown crispy deep-fried chimichanga stuffed with chicken or beef, served with your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
Sizzling cast-iron skillet piled high with grilled chicken, steak, or fresh vegetables, served with your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
Enchiladas stuffed with sautéed mushrooms and coated in a rich white cheese sauce, served with your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
Crispy rolled flautas stuffed with your choice of chicken, beef, or potato, served with your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
Enchiladas stuffed with fresh spinach and melted Monterey Jack cheese, covered in a creamy white sauce, served with your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
Happy hour special street tacos featuring your choice of carnitas, brisket, or pork belly on small corn tortillas.
Happy hour special classic crunchy taco filled with chicken or ground beef, lettuce, and cheese.
Happy hour special featuring a large, crispy flour tortilla topped with bubbling, golden-brown melted cheese.
Happy hour special warm bowl of refried beans infused with jalapeños and topped with melted cheese.
Happy hour special creamy yellow chili con queso dip served warm with fresh tortilla chips.
Happy hour special mini chimis stuffed with your choice of chicken or beef.
Happy hour special crispy rolled flautas stuffed with chicken, beef, or potato.
Child-friendly taco served with a side of Mexican rice and refried beans.
Simple bean burrito served with a side of seasoned Mexican rice.
Crispy chicken tenders served with a portion of golden French fries.
Two mini fried chimis stuffed with chicken or beef, served alongside refried beans.
Kid-sized cheese quesadilla folded with melted cheese, served with rice and beans.
Scrambled eggs mixed with house-smoked brisket, onions, mushrooms, and cheese. Includes your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
Locally sourced chorizo scrambled with potatoes and cheese. Includes your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
Eggs served over a fried tortilla and generously smothered in house-made ranchero sauce. Includes your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
Single standalone crunchy taco filled with your choice of chicken or beef.
Crispy flat corn tortilla layered with refried beans, chicken, or beef, lettuce, and cheese.
Single rolled enchilada filled with cheese, chicken, or beef, covered in red sauce.
Traditional steamed tamale filled with beef or green chile.
Crispy rolled corn flautas stuffed with chicken, beef, or potato.
Hearty flour tortilla burrito stuffed with chicken, beef, or beans. Carne asada is available for an extra charge.
Special taco Tuesday pricing on authentic street tacos featuring birria, carnitas, brisket, or pork belly. Combo options available.
Special taco Tuesday pricing on traditional crunchy tacos with chicken, shredded beef, or ground beef. Combo options available.
A crisp chicken chimichanga completely covered in melted cheddar and decadent jalapeño cream cheese.
Slow-roasted pork carnitas served with fresh pico de gallo, chipotle cream, and warm flour tortillas.
Fajita chicken or steak layered with guacamole, corn, pico de gallo, lettuce, rice, whole beans, sour cream, and cheese in a bowl.
Diced chicken or steak grilled with tomatoes, onions, and green chiles, blanketed in melted Monterey Jack cheese.
Hand-dipped chili relleno served with your choice of red or green chili and fresh flour tortillas.
Enchiladas stuffed with sautéed mushrooms and onions, smothered in a creamy white sauce.
Enchiladas filled with fresh spinach, Monterey Jack cheese, and sour cream, covered in a luscious white cream sauce.
Tender shredded chicken enchiladas drenched in a velvety white cream sauce and cotija cheese.
A hearty burrito filled with grilled steak, pico de gallo, guacamole, and cheese.
Sizzling iron skillet of 1/2 lb. chicken, steak, or shrimp fajitas with grilled bell peppers and onions. Includes your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
Three slow-roasted pork carnitas street tacos with roasted salsa, queso fresco, pickled onion, and cilantro. Includes your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
Three crispy pan-fried quesabirria tacos with slow-roasted shredded beef and queso fresco, served with a side of warm consommé for dipping and choice of two sides.
Three grilled steak tacos with roasted salsa, queso fresco, pickled red onions, and cilantro. Includes your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
Three grilled chicken street tacos with chipotle cream, queso fresco, cabbage, and cilantro. Includes your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
Three grilled Hawaiian Ono tacos with chipotle cream, queso fresco, cabbage, and cilantro. Includes your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
Three grilled shrimp tacos served with chipotle cream, cabbage, and cilantro. Includes your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
Three spice-smoked beef brisket tacos topped with onions, corn, queso fresco, and cilantro. Includes your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
Two classic crispy tacos with your choice of beef, chicken, or potato. Includes your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
A cheese enchilada and a crunchy taco with chicken or beef. Includes your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
A hearty burrito served enchilada style with chicken or beef. Includes your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
Two red or green enchiladas with chicken or beef. Includes your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
A golden fried chimichanga served enchilada style with chicken or beef. Includes your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
Crispy rolled flautas with chicken, beef, or potato. Includes your choice of two sides: rice, beans, or calabacitas.
Chicken or ground beef served in a crunchy tortilla shell with beans, guacamole, pico de gallo, sour cream, cheese, and your choice of dressing.
Fresh salad featuring avocado, tomatoes, cheese, grilled mushrooms, onions, and your choice of grilled chicken or steak.
Comforting soup with tender chicken, garden vegetables, and rice, served with warm tortillas on the side.
Homemade vanilla and egg custard topped with a rich, caramelized sugar sauce.
Crunchy coated fried ice cream finished with whipped cream, honey drizzle, and fresh strawberries.
Golden crispy churros dusted with cinnamon sugar and filled with warm caramel. Add a scoop of ice cream for an extra charge.
Made fresh daily using 100% fresh Haas avocados, served with warm tortilla chips.
Delicious warm refried bean dip seasoned and served with chips.
A delicious sampler platter featuring house-made guacamole, jalapeño bean dip, and famous queso.
A large crispy flour tortilla covered in golden bubbly cheese and green chiles. Guacamole available for an extra charge.
Al's original Queso Dip recipe dating back to 1986. Add chorizo or smoked brisket for an extra charge.
Savory Mexican street corn dip garnished with cotija cheese and spices.
A Mexican flatbread pizza topped with shredded chicken, chiles, tomatoes, and spiced cream cheese. Sub shrimp for an extra charge.
Crispy tortilla pizza layered with chicken or ground beef, chiles, tomatoes, and fresh guacamole.
Tortilla chips piled high with melted cheese, refried beans, shredded chicken or ground beef, and jalapeños. Sub fajita chicken or steak for an extra charge.
Large grilled quesadilla stuffed with shredded chicken or ground beef and melted cheese. Sub fajita chicken or steak for an extra charge.
Stepping into Ajo Al's Mexican Cafe on 16th Street in Phoenix feels like entering a vibrant celebration of Sonoran culinary tradition infused with whimsical folk art and genuine neighborhood hospitality. Operating as a beloved staple since 1986, this veteran-owned destination expertly bridges the gap between classic comfort and fresh, high-quality execution.
The interior bursts with colorful folk art and warm lighting, creating a festive, casual space well-suited for lively family dinners, weekend gatherings, or casual date nights. For those looking to enjoy the Arizona sunshine, the dog-friendly outdoor patio provides a relaxed environment complete with attentive service. Whether you are grabbing a quick lunch at the bar or settling in for a leisurely evening, the atmosphere remains consistently upbeat and welcoming.
With most entrees ranging comfortably between $15 and $25, Ajo Al's delivers generous, filling portions that justify every dollar. Happy hour specials offer fantastic bite-sized value on street tacos and dips, making it an accessible spot for regular visits without sacrificing quality.
The restaurant offers robust flexibility with numerous gluten-free options like the Mushroom and Spinach Blanco Enchiladas, alongside vegetarian favorites and kids' menu items. Ample parking is available on-site, and while weekend evenings tend to peak in busyness, reservations are accepted to streamline your dining experience.
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Yes, Ajo Al's offers several gluten-free options, including the Mushroom Blanco Enchiladas, Spinach Blanco Enchiladas, Pollo Blanco Enchilada, and the Carnitas Plate.
Ajo Al's is famous for several standout dishes, notably Al's Famous Pollo Con Queso, the Quesabirria Street Taco Plate, and their legendary original Queso Dip recipe from 1986.
Yes, the restaurant features a dog-friendly outdoor patio where well-behaved dogs are welcome to join their owners for dining.
Most main entrees range from $15 to $25, offering generous, shareable portions that provide excellent value for families and groups.
Yes, Ajo Al's offers special pricing on street tacos and traditional favorites during their designated happy hour.
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