El Rinconcito Menu with Prices (Laredo, TX) – Complete 2026 Guide
Every category on the menu, the restaurant’s named house specialties, and what it actually costs to eat here — verified against the restaurant’s own listings, not guessed.
What’s New on the El Rinconcito Menu?
This guide is checked and re-verified on a rolling basis rather than published once and left alone. Here’s what changed most recently.
Verified opening hours are Monday–Friday 8am–5pm, Saturday 8am–6pm, Sunday 8am–4pm — earlier listings for this restaurant online had understated how early it closes.
House specialties — Molcajete, Pizza Birria, Steak Noelia, and the named specialty nachos — are now documented individually instead of folded into a generic “specials” line.
Local directories list El Rinconcito under both restaurant and meat market categories — consistent with a neighborhood kitchen that also moves fresh cuts.
El Rinconcito Signature Dishes You Should Try
These are the dishes with their own identity on the menu — not generic categories, but named house creations.
Molcajete
A molcajete plate is served sizzling in the traditional volcanic-stone mortar it’s named for, typically loaded with grilled meats, cheese, and salsa — a presentation as much as a dish.
Pizza Birria
A crossover dish riding the birria trend — a flatbread built around stewed, seasoned birria meat and melted cheese rather than a traditional taco or consomé format.
Steak Noelia
One of the restaurant’s own named steak preparations — ask your server what accompanies it, since house-named dishes like this typically carry a signature sauce or topping unique to the kitchen.
José Tilapia
The restaurant’s named tilapia preparation, sitting alongside the shrimp quesadillas as the menu’s seafood-forward options.
Guacamole Fresco
Guacamole made fresh rather than pre-mixed and held — the kind of order that’s worth requesting even if it’s not printed as a standalone line on every visit.
Papas Locas
“Crazy potatoes” — a loaded-fries style plate, typically stacked with cheese, meat, and toppings in the same spirit as the restaurant’s other shareable plates.
Chile Rellenos Dinner
The full dinner-plate version of the à la carte chile relleno, rather than the individual $3.50 single order — typically served with rice, beans, and a full side spread.
Carne Asada
Classic grilled, marinated beef — the anchor protein you’ll see echoed across the tacos, combination plates, and steak entrées elsewhere on the menu.
Best-Selling Items at El Rinconcito
Based on what’s most prominently featured across the menu and repeatedly mentioned in local reviews and directory listings — not a claim of verified sales data.
Most Popular Tacos
Carne asada is the protein most consistently called out by name across guest reviews of this style of Laredo taco kitchen.
Customer Favorite Entrées
The bistek plates — Tampiqueño, Rojo, and a la Mexicana — are the entrées most frequently highlighted, alongside the house-named Steak Noelia.
Top Appetizers
Guests reviewing El Rinconcito specifically call out the enchiladas as a recommended dish, alongside the fresh ceviche.
Best Lunch Special
A specific lunch-special lineup wasn’t published in available data — the caldo (broth) is the dish most often mentioned by name in guest reviews for a fast, hot midday meal.
El Rinconcito Menu Prices by Category
Instead of one long table, filter the verified menu by what you want to spend.
Several premium items don’t have a confirmed published price — shown honestly rather than guessed.
All prices verified from available restaurant data as of July 2026 and subject to change.
What Makes El Rinconcito Different from Other Mexican Restaurants in Laredo?
House Special Recipes
Named dishes like Steak Noelia and José Tilapia aren’t generic menu-board items — they’re house creations with their own identity, the kind other budget-friendly spots typically don’t bother naming.
Fresh Guacamole Bar
Guacamole Fresco is made to order rather than pre-mixed and held, a small detail that separates a from-scratch kitchen from a reheat-and-serve one.
Traditional Mexican Entrées
Tamales, chile rellenos, and enchiladas are sold both à la carte and in multi-piece combination counts — a structure built for regulars who know exactly how much they want.
Large Portion Sizes
Local reviews consistently describe the portions as generous relative to the price point, consistent with the restaurant’s $1–10 typical per-person pricing category.
Lunch vs Dinner Menu at El Rinconcito
Lunch Specials
A distinct published lunch-special lineup wasn’t available in our source data — call ahead to ask what’s running, since many Laredo comida-casera kitchens run a rotating weekday special.
Full Dinner Menu
The full menu — nachos, house specials, steak entrées, and combination plates — is available throughout the day, since El Rinconcito closes each evening rather than switching to a separate dinner-only list.
Best Time to Visit
El Rinconcito closes as early as 4pm on Sundays and 5pm most weekdays — noticeably earlier than a typical dinner-hours restaurant, so plan an early or midday visit rather than a late one.
Vegetarian and Family-Friendly Options
Vegetarian Plates
Cheese Quesadilla ($4.25), Mushroom Quesadilla ($5.25), and Tostada ($4.25) are the clearest meat-free picks — confirm bean and rice preparation with staff if you need a strict vegetarian order.
Kids Meals
No separate kids’ menu was found published. Single-count items — a $3.25 enchilada or a $3.50 chile relleno — are sized well for smaller appetites.
Side Dishes
Fajita-style sides (chicken, beef, chicken breast, ribeye) run $7.50–$8.50 and work well added to a shared table order.
Takeout and Online Ordering Menu
Chips & Salsa
Standard accompaniment at this style of restaurant; not itemized separately in available pricing data — ask if it’s complimentary or add-on.
Dips
Guacamole Fresco is the standout made-to-order dip on the menu, worth ordering on its own for takeout.
Party Add-Ons
The Caja de Aguacate (avocado case, roughly $35 as of a 2020 listing) is the closest thing to a bulk party item on record — confirm current pricing and availability by phone.
El Rinconcito is cash-only with no delivery listed in available data. Online ordering was not found; call (956) 441-0141 ahead for takeout.
Most Affordable Meals at El Rinconcito
If price is the whole question: a single enchilada is $3.25, a single chile relleno or tamal is $3.50, and a cheese quesadilla is $4.25 — the four cheapest confirmed items on the menu, all under $5.
Complete Price Table
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Appetizers | |
| Tostada | $4.25 |
| Chalupa | $4.25 |
| Ceviche (1) | $5.25 |
| Ceviches (3) | $14.75 |
| Quesadillas | |
| Cheese Quesadilla | $4.25 |
| Mushroom Quesadilla | $5.25 |
| Quesadilla | $6.25 |
| Shrimp Quesadilla | $8.50 |
| Fajita Quesadilla | $8.50 |
| Fajita Quesadilla Shrimp | $10.50 |
| Cheese Quesadillas (2) | $7.98 |
| Quesadillas (2) | $11.98 |
| Burritos & Chimichangas | |
| Medium Burrito | $5.25 |
| Large Burrito | $6.25 |
| Medium Chimichanga | $5.25 |
| Large Chimichanga | $6.25 |
| Traditional Favorites | |
| Chile Relleno (1) | $3.50 |
| Chile Rellenos (2) | $7.00 |
| Chile Rellenos (3) | $10.50 |
| Enchilada (1) | $3.25 |
| Enchiladas (2) | $6.25 |
| Enchiladas (3) | $9.50 |
| Tamal (1) | $3.50 |
| Tamales (2) | $6.50 |
| Tamales (3) | $10.50 |
| Sides | |
| Side Fajita Pollo | $7.50 |
| Side Fajita Carne | $7.50 |
| Side Pechuga | $7.50 |
| Side Ribeye | $8.50 |
| House Specials & Signature Nachos | |
| Molcajete | ask server |
| Pizza Birria | ask server |
| Steak Noelia | ask server |
| José Tilapia | ask server |
| Nachos Rinconcito | ask server |
| Nachos Delphi’s | ask server |
| Nachos Seafood | ask server |
| Nachos Noelia’s | ask server |
| Guacamole Fresco | ask server |
| Papas Locas | ask server |
| Carne Asada | ask server |
| Bistek Tampiqueño / Rojo / a la Mexicana | ask server |
Prices verified July 2026 where available; “ask server” items are real, confirmed-to-exist dishes without a confirmed published price. Confirm current pricing before ordering.
Restaurant Information
Location
3716 Lexington Ave
Laredo, TX 78040
Opening Hours
Mon–Fri: 8am–5pm
Sat: 8am–6pm
Sun: 8am–4pm
Contact Information
Phone: (956) 441-0141
No official website found; listed on Facebook.
Dine-In, Takeout & Ordering
Dine-in and takeout available. Cash only — no delivery or online ordering found. Outdoor seating available; wheelchair accessible.
Get directionsFrequently Asked Questions
Does El Rinconcito take cards, or is it cash only?
Cash only. No card payment or delivery is listed for this location, so plan to bring cash for dine-in or takeout.
What are El Rinconcito’s signature dishes?
The house specials are the Molcajete, Pizza Birria, Steak Noelia, and José Tilapia, alongside four named specialty nacho plates — Rinconcito, Delphi’s, Seafood, and Noelia’s.
What are El Rinconcito’s hours?
Monday–Friday 8am–5pm, Saturday 8am–6pm, Sunday 8am–4pm. It closes earlier than most dinner-hours restaurants, so an early or midday visit is the safer bet.
What is the cheapest thing to order at El Rinconcito?
A single enchilada at $3.25 is the least expensive confirmed item, followed by a single chile relleno or tamal at $3.50.
Does El Rinconcito have vegetarian options?
Yes — the cheese quesadilla, mushroom quesadilla, and tostada are the clearest meat-free picks. Confirm how the rice and beans are prepared if you need a strict vegetarian order.
Where is El Rinconcito located in Laredo?
3716 Lexington Ave, Laredo, TX 78040. Call (956) 441-0141 ahead, since it’s a small, cash-only kitchen with limited parking.