Daily Specials & Weekend Menudo
From slow-simmered weekend stews to morning coffee combos, discover what is cooking fresh on the griddle at Centinela Cafe.
Authentic Weekend Menudo
Every Saturday and Sunday morning, our kitchen simmers a pot of traditional Mexican Menudo. Made with tender beef tripe and hominy in a deeply seasoned red chile broth, it is served with diced onions, fresh cilantro, crushed Mexican oregano, lime wedges, and warm corn tortillas.
Availability: Saturdays and Sundays starting at 7:00 AM until sold out. We recommend arriving early or calling ahead!
Call to Inquire: (310) 391-2585
Morning Coffee Combo
Available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM: Pair farm-fresh eggs any style with golden griddled hash browns, your choice of bacon, sausage, or ham, and hot endless drip coffee.
Rotating Lunch Plates
Monday through Friday, our kitchen features rotating midday comfort plates including grilled pork chops, homemade meatloaf, and steak picado specials served with beans, rice, or potatoes.
Ask the Cafe About Today's Specials
Daily soups, fresh aguas frescas flavors (Horchata, Jamaica, Tamarindo), and chef griddle specials rotate based on market ingredients. Ask your server upon seating or call (310) 391-2585.
Learn More About Mexican Comfort Food
Read our in-depth culinary guide on how traditional dishes like Menudo, Chilaquiles, and Enchiladas form the backbone of Mexican weekend dining.
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