Mi Recuerdo Colombian & Méxican Restaurant Menu
Welcome to Mi Recuerdo Colombian & Méxican Restaurant, your gateway to authentic flavors right in Houston, Texas. Located on Fairbanks North Houston Road, this charming eatery combines the best of Colombian and Mexican cuisine, offering a diverse menu that delights palates.
- Signature Dishes: Don’t miss the bandeja paisa, a hearty Colombian plate that promises satisfaction. For something familiar, try the crispy salchipapas or tender boneless chicken for the kids.
- Fresh Beverages: To wash it down, enjoy a warm cup of freshly brewed coffee or a refreshing aguapanela, a traditional sugar cane drink.
- Community Vibes: With a family-run kitchen, the love and authenticity shine through in each dish, making every meal a memorable experience.
Whether you're craving Colombian warmth or Mexican zest, Mi Recuerdo is a vibrant spot that feels like home, making it a must-visit for food lovers.
All Day - Bebidas / Beverages
Jugos Naturales - Natural Fruit Juices
Freshly blended natural fruit juices. Select from guanabana (soursop), mora (blackberry), guayaba (guava), and more including horchata. Nine vibrant flavors available.
Aguapanela / Sugar Cane Water
Traditional Mexican drink made by dissolving panela (unrefined cane sugar) in water, typically includes a hint of lime.
Té Frio - Iced Tea
Brewed tea chilled and served with ice, optionally sweetened.
Café - Coffee
A warm beverage made from roasted and ground coffee beans, prepared fresh upon order.
Soda Importada Lata / Canned Imported Soda
Colombiana Manzana Postobon Freskolita Inca Kola Coco - Rico
Sodas Nacionales
Mexican beverages. Selection includes Coke variants, Dr. Pepper, Ginger Ale, Sprite, Squirt.
Soda En Botella / Bottled Soda 500ML
Mexican Coke Mexican Fanta Orange Mexican Sprite Topo Chico
1. Picada Colombiana (Para 3)
Three empanadas, chicharron chorizo, arepas, testones, tomate y papa criolla. /Three empanadas, pork rind, Colombian sausage, corn patty, green plantain, tomatoes, and creole potato.
Tequeños De Queso
6pc Cheese Tequenos, cheese sticks wrapped in a thin layer of bread dough served with cilantro sauce.
2. Patacón Con Pollo, Carne Ó Cerdo
Fried green plantain with chicken, beef, or pork.
3. Patacón Con Carne Deshebrada Ó Crema De Camarones
Fried green plantain with shredded beef or shrimp in a cream sauce.
4. Pastel De Yuca Relleno De Cerdo
Cassava pie stuffed with shredded pork.
5. Chicharrón Con Arepa
Deep-fried pork rind with a corn patty.
6. Chorizo Con Arepa
Colombian sausage with a corn patty.
7. Morcilla Con Arepa
Blood sausage filled with rice served with a corn patty.
8. Arepa Rellena Con (1) Pollo, Carne, Cerdo, Chicharron Ó Chorizo
Corn patty filled with one chicken, pork loin, beef, pork rind, or Columbian sausage.
9. Quesadilla De Pollo, Cerdo Ó Carne
Filled with chicken, pork or beef.
10. Empanada De Carne, Pollo O Queso (3)
Three deep-fried corn meat, chicken or cheese pies.
11. Guacamole Y Chips
Freshly mashed avocado combined with tomato, onion, and cilantro, served with crisp tortilla chips.
12. Pandebono
Colombian chesse bread.
All Day - Aperitivos / Appetizers
All Day - Sopas / Soups
13. Gallina - Res - Pescado
Hen, beef or fish.
Ajiaco Bogotano
Sopa de Pollo con tres tipos diferentes de papa, pollo, maíz y guascas. Servido con arroz, aguacate, crema y Alcaparras. Soup is made with three different types of potatoes, chicken, corn and the herb guascas . Is served with rice, avocado crema and capers
Ensalada Con Pollo, Cerdo Ó Carne.
Lechuga, tomate, cebolla, aguacate, queso monterrey y pollo, cedro ó carne. / lettuce, tomatoes, onions, avocado, monterrey cheese with chicken, pork or beef.
All Day - Ensalads / Salads
All Day - Platos Tipicos Colombianos
20. Bandeja Paisa / 'Paisa Plate'
Plato típico colombiano servido con carne, arroz, frijoles, maduro, chicharrón, huevo, arepa, chorizo, y ensalada. / Typical Colombian plate served with beef stake, rice, beans, fried sweet plantains, deep-fried pork rind, one fried egg, corn patty, Colombian sausage and salad.
21. Bistec Encebollado / Steak With Onions
Servido con arroz, frijoles, patacónes y ensalada. / Served with rice, beans, fried green plantains, and salad.
22. Bistec A Caballo / Creole Steak & Eggs
Carne sudada en salsa criolla, con dos huevos fritos, yuca, arroz, frijoles y ensalada. / Stewed steak in a creole sauce with two fried eggs, fried cassava, rice, beans and salad.
23. Carne Asada / Grilled Steak
Servida con arroz, frijoles, maduro y ensalada. / Served with rice, beans, sweet plantains, and salad.
24. Sobrebarriga A La Criolla
Sobrebarriga de res con papas en salsa criolla, servida con arroz, frijoles y platano maduro. / Top flank steak with potatoes in a creole sauce served with rice, beans, and sweet plantains.
25. Ropa Vieja
Carne deshebrada, cocida en salsa criolla, servida con arroz, frijoles, platano maduro y ensalada. / Sautéed shredded beef cooked in seasoned creole sauce served with rice, beans, sweet plantains and salad.
15. Enchiladas Suizas
Rellenas de carne, cerdo o pollo y queso. Servido con arroz y frijole. / Filled with beef or chicken and cheese. Served with rice and beans.
16. Fajita Plate (Carne, Pollo O Mixta)
Fajita de res, pollo, cerdo o mixtas. Servido con arroz amarillo, frijoles y tres tortillas. / Fajita beef, pork, chicken or mixed. Served with rice, beans and three tortillas. Please Specify Your Protein Choice.
17. Torta Mexicana
De carne, pollo ó cerdo. Servido con papas fritas. / Beef, chicken or pork. Served with french fries.
18. Burrito
Relleno de carne, cerdo ó pollo con queso, arroz y frijoles. Tambien servido con arroz y frijoles a un lado. / Filled with beef, pork or chicken, and cheese, rice and beans. Also served with rice and bean on the side.
19. Tacos
Carne, pollo o cerdo / Beef, chicken or pork. Servidos con arroz y frijoles. Please specify your protein choice.
All Day - Platos Tipicos Mexicanos
All Day - Platos Con Pollo / Chicken
28. Pechuga Con Champiñones
Pechuga de pollo a la plancha cubierta con crema de champiñones / grilled chicken breast covered with mushroom cream sauce.
29. Pechuga Gratinada
Pechuga de pollo a la plancha cubierta con queso mozzarella / grilled chicken breast topped with melted mozzarella cheese.
30. Pechuga A La Milanesa
Pechuga de pollo empanizada / breaded chicken breast.
31. Arroz Con Pollo A La Colombiana
Pechuga a la plancha mezclada con arroz, alverja, zanahoria, pimenton y cebolla / chicken rice mixed with green peas, carrots, bell peppers and onions.
32. Pechuga Encebollada
Pollo salteado con cebolla / grilled chicken in sautéed onions.
33. Pechuga A La Plancha
Grilled chicken breast.
26. Parillada De Cerdo
Lomo de cerdo a la plancha servido con arroz, frijoles, patacónes y ensalada. / Flat grilled pork loin served with rice, beans, fried green plantains, and salad.
27. Chuleta Empanizada De Cerdo
Milanesa de lomo de cerdo servido con arroz, frijoles, patacónes y ensalada. / Breaded pork loin served with rice, beans, fried green plantains, and salad.
All Day - Platos con Cerdo / Pork
All Day - Platos Con Pescado / Fish
34. Bandeja Costeña - Whole Fried Tilapia
Whole fried tilapia served with white rice, fried plantains, a fresh salad with tomato and avocado, and a side of savory sauce.
35. Filete De Tilapia Frita - Fried Tilapia Fillet
Fried tilapia fillet, typically served with a selection of accompaniments such as rice, beans, and salad.
36. Arroz Con Camarones - Shrimp Rice
A vibrant mix of shrimp and seasoned rice, accompanied by crispy fried plantains, fresh avocado slices, and a side salad with tomato and onion.
37. Carne Asada Con Crema De Camarones
Grilled beef and shrimp topped with cream sauce.
Plato Para Niños
Carne, pollo o cerdo - (beef, chicken or pork) servido con arroz, frijoles y platano maduro / served with rice, beans and fried sweet plantain.
Chicken Nuggets
Golden crispy bites of tender chicken, a classic favorite for all ages.
Boneless Chicken
Boneless chicken pieces, lightly breaded and fried, typically includes a dipping sauce.
Salchipapas
Crispy French fries topped with sliced, star-shaped sausages, served with a side of ketchup.
All Day - Menú Para Niños
All Day - Ordenes Adicionales / Side Orders
Papas Fritas
Golden crispy fries, lightly salted for a perfect crunch.
Patacónes (6)
Fried Green Plantain.
Maduro (6)
Sweet Plantain.
Aguacate
Served as whole avocado slices, typically accompanying dishes to add a fresh, creamy texture.
Yuca Frita
Fried Yuca (6).
Patacón Con Queso
Fried Green Plantain topped with melted mozzarella cheese.
Ensalada
Lettuce, tomato, and onion, often accompanied by a variety of fresh vegetables such as carrots and cucumbers, dressed lightly.
Tortillas (4)
Maiz o harina.
Frijoles
Hearty and traditional slow-cooked beans, simmered to perfection.
Arroz Blanco
Steamed long-grain white rice, often served as a simple and versatile accompaniment to various dishes.
Arroz Amarillo
Yellow rice, typically simmered with a hint of saffron for its distinct color and flavor.
Jalapeño (1)
A single jalapeño pepper, typically served as a flavorful addition to enhance dishes with its spicy kick.
Vaso De Ají
A vaso de ají typically includes a spicy blend of chili peppers, often served as a condiment or dip to add flavor to dishes.
Huevo
Egg cooked to order: over easy, medium, hard, or scrambled.