Newburyport: 978.499.0428 | Portsmouth: 603.427.5300
We bring authentic Mexican food to your table and invite you to pair it with your choice of a variety of matching beverages. Take a look at our dinner menu below.
coctail de marisco
Baby shrimp and scallops marinated in tomato and lime juice with chopped onion, fresh cilantro and Serrano chiles, topped with avocado and crackers. $11.75
agavé nachos
Fresh homemade tortilla chips with our homemade refried beans, melted Chihuahua cheese topped with jalapeños, pico de gallo, sour cream and guacamole. $8.95 add chicken or pulled beef $3.00
flautas
Chicken, pulled beef or cheese flautas served with lettuce, onions, tomatoes, guacamole, sour cream and queso anejo. $9.95
guacamole
Freshly diced Haas avocado with onions, tomatoes, Serrano chiles, lime juice and cilantro prepared at your table, served with homemade tortilla chips. $11.00
queso fundido
Sizzling Chihuahua cheese and Mexican chorizo cooked in a traditional lava stone, served with fresh flour tortillas. $11.00
*ceviche acapulqueño
Halibut marinated in lemon juice with chopped onions, tomatoes, Serrano chiles and fresh cilantro, served with avocado and crackers. Market Price (a local favorite)
quesadillas
Layered grilled flour tortillas with melted Chihuahua cheese, black beans and your choice of chicken, pulled beef, pork, chicken tinga or veggies. Served with guacamole $10.25
shrimp quesadillas
Layered grilled flour tortillas with melted Chihuahua cheese, black beans. Served with guacamole $11.50
sopa de tortilla
A spicy chicken-tomato broth topped with crispy corn tortilla strips. Accompanied with sides of avocado, queso fresco cheese, sour cream and tortilla chips and Guajillo chiles. Cup $6.25 Bowl $8.50
sopa black bean de tortilla
A hearty soup with diced tomato, corn, onion, topped with Queso Fresco cheese and crispy corn tortilla strips, avocado, sour cream and shredded Anejo cheese. Cup $6.50 Bowl $8.25
agave chile
This spicy traditional soup of pinto beans, flavorful meat, onions, tomatoes and chiles is topped with shredded cheddar cheese. Cup $6.75 Bowl $8.50
cocido de pollo
This lightly spicy stew evolved from the food stalls that line the streets of Mexico City. Shredded chicken, avocado, potatoes, white onions, tomatoes and a hint of chipotle in a fresh chicken stock. Cup $6.75 Bowl $8.50
cheese & corn chowder
Fresh red potatoes, roasted corn and bell peppers in this delicious creamy cheese soup. Cup $6.75 Bowl $8.50
consommé de pollo
Chicken consommé served with rice, mixed veggies, shredded chicken, onion, Serrano chiles and fresh lime, chili powder and cilantro. Cup $6.25 Bowl $8.25
grilled salad
Tomatoes, avocado, queso anejo cheese, scallions and pumpkin seeds served over grilled heart of romaine lettuce with ranch dressing. $10.25
*steak salad
Fresh mixed greens, avocado, scallions, tomatoes, bell peppers, corn and queso anejo cheese served with grilled steak strips and Italian dressing. $13.25
shrimp and avocado salad
A colorful and refreshing salad with grilled shrimp, avocado and chunks of mango served over a bed of fresh mixed greens with a honey- lime dressing. $12.95
ensalada Caesar
Believe it or not, Caesar salad was first made in Tijuana, México. Try our homemade dressing served over a full heart of Romaine. $9.00
Add grilled chicken, steak or shrimp $4.00
All traditional entrees served with Mexican rice and homemade refried beans.
weekly combination plate
Ask your server for details.
*carne asada plato
Grilled steak sliced thin and served with beans, rice and an assortment of traditional toppings. Served with flour tortillas. $19.75
chile verde plato
Our delicious thick, stew made of pork, tomatillo, onions and roasted green chile peppers, served with beans, rice and corn tortillas. $16.75
tostada plato
Crispy corn tortilla with your choice of pulled chicken, pulled beef or tinga style chicken with refried beans, lettuce, onions, tomatoes, guacamole; topped with sour cream and cheese. $14.25
chicken and cheese chile relleno
Roasted and peeled poblano chile stuffed with chicken and Chihuahua cheese, covered with a lightly fried meringue, blanketed with a seasoned tomato sauce. $16.50
classic chile relleno
Roasted and peeled poblano chile stuffed with Chihuahua cheese, covered with a lightly fried meringue, blanketed with a seasoned tomato sauce. $15.00
*carne asada burrito
Our favorite grilled carne asada steak slices wrapped in a flour tortilla with refried beans, Chihuahua cheese, lettuce, and tomatoes. Topped with your choice of salsa roja or salsa verde. $15.95
chile verde burrito
Yummy, thick, stew made of pork, tomatillo, onions and roasted green chile peppers wrapped in a flour tortilla with refried beans, Chihuahua cheese, lettuce, and tomatoes. Topped with your choice of salsa roja or salsa verde. $14.75
classic burrito
Your choice of pulled chicken, pulled beef, pork, veggies or tinga style (tender chunks of chicken marinated in a chipotle sauce) wrapped in a flour tortilla with refried beans, Chihuahua cheese, lettuce, and tomatoes. Topped with your choice of salsa roja or salsa verde. $14.95
enchiladas
Three rolled corn tortillas stuffed with chicken, pulled beef or cheese with your choice of salsa verde, salsa roja or mole sauce, topped with melted Chihuahua cheese and sour cream. $15.00
carnitas
Michoacan style carnitas, shredded pork, slowly cooked in a copper pot and served with chopped onions, cilantro, crushed red pepper, fresh salsa verde and corn tortillas. $16.75
molé poblano
Grilled boneless white chicken breast served with a traditional molé sauce made of dried chiles, herbs, spices, almonds, chocolate and grandma’s secret ingredients. Topped with sesame seeds. $16.50
*tres compadres
A large mixed grill consisting of steak, chicken and a skewer of shrimp over sautéed vegetables with a side of refried beans, Mexican rice and topped off with fresh avocado. $23.00
tamales de puerco
Two homemade masa tamales, stuffed with shredded pork, steamed in a banana leaf, removed from the leaf and served with our tomato chipotle sauce. $16.50
*fajitas
Chicken or beef fajitas {Mexican stir-fry with bell peppers, zucchini, tomatoes and onions} Served with flour tortillas, sour cream, pico de gallo guacamole and a side of cheese. $15.95 Try our grilled shrimp fajitas, served with mixed greens. $16.25
tacos
Three medium or hard corn tortillas stuffed with your choice of:
carne – Your choice of pulled beef, chicken or pork. $14.00
*carne asada -- Grilled steak strips with Chihuahua cheese, guacamole and pico de gallo. $15.00
shrimp – Blackened shrimp served with cabbage, tomatoes and a homemade habenero mayonnaise sauce. $14.75 (a local favorite)
tinga – Tender chunks of chicken marinated in a chipotle sauce. $14.00
*baja fish – Floured and very lightly fried served with cabbage, cheese and pico de gallo. $13.75
*catch of the day – Blackened lightly with Mexican spices served with cabbage, cheese and pico de gallo.Market Price
weekly combination plate – Ask your server for details
All chef’s specials served with rice and refried beans if you desire.
*catch of the day ~ Blackened lightly with Mexican spices served with mashed potatoes and asparagus then surrounded with our homemade mango salsa. Market Price
*mariscos del caribe – seafood caribe ~ Lime glazed blackened shrimp, scallops, peppers and onions, served on a bed of coconut rice and mushrooms, topped with a honey-lime glaze and dressed with a unique homemade mango salsa. $19.95
emilio’s pasta ~ Penne pasta and tender chicken strips in a flavorful roasted red pepper and tomato cream sauce created by Emilio with applewood smoked bacon and white wine. $17.75
plato vegetariano ~ Grilled vegetables marinated in soy ~lemon sauce, served with white rice, black beans and a small green salad. $16.00
(Please ask your server about how we can accommodate your specific needs.)
plantanos del patron - Fresh bananas rolled in flour tortillas, deep fried & served over vanilla ice cream & topped with mexico calle sauce (Agave signature desserts) $7.25
churros - Mexican donut, sprinkled with sugar, served with chocolate and Cajeta caramel syrup. $6.00
flan neapolitano - A traditional vanilla, cream cheese and caramel custard. $6.50
View our Lunch Menu by clicking here.
Now Serving Breakfast Burritos
Saturday and Sunday, 9am-11:30am
Download Take-Out Menu Here
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View our Monday&Tuesday Taco Bar Menu here.
We also host private functions.
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