Casa Blanca Restaurant & Cantina Menu

330 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, United States
$$$ Mexican restaurant
(563 Reviews)

Welcome to Casa Blanca Restaurant & Cantina, a delightful haven for Mexican cuisine nestled in the heart of Santa Barbara. This vibrant spot offers a menu brimming with authentic flavors and comforting staples. The Antojitos section tempts with treats like the creamy Guacamole and savory Garlic Shrimp, each dish showcasing fresh ingredients that excite the palate.

For those seeking warmth, the Sopas y Ensaladas range provides heartwarming options such as the Traditional Chicken Tortilla Soup, perfectly enhancing the experience. Dive into the Especiales offerings; the Pozole Rojo stands out, offering a rich tapestry of flavors with your choice of chicken or pork.

Whether you're enjoying a meal on the cozy patio, with its inviting ambiance, or indulging in generous portions, Casa Blanca promises a memorable dining adventure in Santa Barbara.

Antojitos

  • Guacamole

    Hass avocados with Serrano chilies, chopped tomato, onion, garlic and cilantro.

    US$8.95
  • Garlic Shrimp

    Five Mexican white shrimp sauteed with garlic, butter, white wine, crushed red pepper, and garnished with chopped parsley.

    US$10.95
  • Coctel de Camaron

    Chopped Mexican white shrimp, onions, jalapenos, cilantro, fresh tomatoes, and avocado. Served in our spiced tomato juice.

    US$12.95
  • Oysters on the Half-Shell

    Freshly shucked Blue Point oysters on the half-shell topped with delicious sweet and spicy Chipotle Mignonette sauce.

    US$10.95
  • Nachos de la Casa

    Homemade tortilla chips with mixed cheese, pinto beans, chopped tomatoes, sour cream, guacamole and your choice of chicken or beef.

  • Taquitos

    Your choice of chicken or beef, topped with avocado salsa, sour cream, chopped lettuce and queso frecso.

    US$9.95
  • Chica Chimichangas

    Your choice of shredded chicken or beef, stuffed with Monterey jack cheese, wrapped in a flour tortilla and quickly fried. Served with shredded lettuce, our fresh guacamole, and queso fresco.

    US$9.95
  • Ceviche Platter

    This platter includes three portions; authentic shrimp ceviche, wild snapper mango ceviche, and our fresh guacamole. Served with homemade tortilla chips.

    US$14.95
  • Oaxaca Quesadillas

    Flour tortilla with Oaxaca cheese, Monterey jack cheese, roasted chiles, mushrooms, bell pepper, black beans, onion, garlic, tomato, and your choice of chicken, steak, or shrimp.

Sopas y Ensaladas

  • Traditional Chicken Tortilla Soup

    With black beans, corn, and diced chicken, garnished with queso fresco, avocado, roasted Pasilla peppers, and cilantro. topped with sour cream and crispy tortilla strips.

  • Ceviche Tostada

    One crispy corn tortilla spread with our fresh guacamole and topped with snapper marinated in lime juice, onions, tomato, jalapeno, and cilantro. Garnished with sliced avocado.

    US$14.95
  • Veggie Tostada

    One crispy tortilla topped with black beans, shredded lettuce, grilled red onion, bell pepper, eggplant, zucchini, and garnished with guacamole, chopped tomato, and green onions.

    US$12.95
  • Pomegranate Spinach Salad

    Fresh spinach with red onions, bacon, ripe tomatoes, pomegranate sees, and jack cheese tossed in a pomegranate bacon dressing. Topped with marinated grilled chicken.

    US$14.95
  • Wild Blackened Salmon

    Fresh wild salmon dusted in blackening seasoning and pan seared. Served over mixed greens with chopped mangoes, roasted bell peppers, and a sweet mango dressing and a jalapeno-cucumber relish.

    US$16.95
  • Ensalada Caesar

    Chopped Romaine tossed in our house dressing with tomatoes, sliced avocado, parmesan cheese and crispy tortilla strips.

  • Pozole Rojo

    White hominy and vegetables, with all the fixings: cabbage, oregano, limes, avocado, onion, chopped radishes and chopped jalapenos. Your choice of chicken or pork

    US$12.95

Tacos

  • Tacos Del Mar

    One shrimp and one fish taco stuffed with garlic, red onion and black beans. Mixed with Roasted Poblano salsa and topped with cabbage.

    US$12.95
  • Tacos Al Pastor

    Two tacos stuffed with marinated pork sautéed with sweet ripe pineapple, serrano chiles, and onion. Served with our homemade tomatillo avocado salsa, cilantro and fresh onions.

    US$9.95
  • Baja Tacos

    Two tacos filled with fresh, battered white snapper and topped with cabbage, pico de gallo and a jalapeno tartar sauce.

    US$12.95

Especiales

  • Pozole Rojo

    White hominy and vegetables, with all the fixings: cabbage, oregano, limes, avocado, onion, chopped radishes and chopped jalapenos. Your choice of chicken or pork.

    US$12.95
  • Burrito Mojado

    Your choice of chicken, steak or chile verde wrapped in a giant flour tortilla with rice, cheese and pinto beans. Topped with choice of our ranchera salsa or our salsa verde. Garnished with shredded lettuce, salsa fresca and queso fresco.

    US$10.95
  • Shrimp Enchiladas

    Two corn tortillas stuffed with Monterey Jack cheese, sautéed Mexican white shrimp and mushrooms. Topped with shredded lettuce, queso fresco, salsa fresca and salsa verde.

    US$14.95
  • Carnitas

    Slow-cooked tender pork charred quickly on an open flame for a deliciously caramelized crispy crust. Served with tortillas, rice and black or pinto beans.

    US$12.95
  • Chili Verde

    Our spin on a classic Chile Verde dish. Slow-braised pork simmered in tomatillo and tomato salsa with homemade corn tortillas, rice and beans.

    US$12.95
  • Fajitas

    Grilled chicken, steak or shrimp with sautéed sweet onions and tri-colored bell peppers. Served with beans, rice, sour cream and guacamole, with your choice of homemade corn or flour tortillas.

  • Combinacions

    All combinations come with beans and rice. Choose From: Crispy Tacos Shredded chicken or beef. Topped with lettuce, salsa fresca and queso fresco. Soft Tacos Marinated grilled chicken breast or carne asada, topped with onions, cilantro and a spicy peanut sauce. Chile Relleno Topped with our ranchera salsa, queso fresco and salsa fresca. Enchiladas Chicken with salsa verde, beef or cheese with ranchera salsa. Topped with sour cream, lettuce and queso fresco. Homemade Tamales A rotating weekly option of pork, chicken or veggie tamales every weekend. Ask about our Vegetarian options.