Taqueria El Carreton Menu
Welcome to Taqueria El Carreton, where authentic Mexican flavors come alive in every bite! Nestled in Reading, PA, this casual eatery is not just a restaurant; it’s a heartfelt experience. With homemade corn tortillas as the foundation for their amazing Sopes and mouthwatering Tacos, each dish reflects genuine Mexican culinary traditions.
- Signature Offerings: Indulge in their famous 10 for $10 tacos, where affordability meets taste.
- Vegetarian Options: While limited, the menu includes delightful Mexican salads for a lighter touch.
- Atmosphere: Adorned with vibrant Mexican decor, the ambiance perfectly complements the delicious offerings.
Customers rave about the generous portions and friendly service, making Taqueria El Carreton a perfect spot for families and social gatherings. Don’t miss the fresh guacamole and crispy churros for a truly satisfying dining experience!
Entrees
Delicious Sopes
Sopes deliciosos. Homemade corn tortilla topped with refried beans, your choice of meat, lettuce, tomato, Mexican fresh cheese, Mexican table cream, and fresh Mexican avocado. Tortilla hecha a mano, frijoles, su carne preferida, lechuga, tomate, queso fresco Mexicano, crema Mexicana, y aguacate fresco Mexicano.
Mexican Tacos
Corn tortillas filled with your choice of meat, onions, and cilantro. Tortillas de maiz, su carne preferida, cebolla, y cilantro. Corn tortilla tacos are gluten free. Tacos de tortilla de maiz no tienen gluten.
Delectable Tortas
Tortas encantadores. Mexican style bread stuffed with your choice of meat, mayonnaise, mozzarella cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, jalapeos, and fresh Mexican avocado. Pan Telera, su carne preferida, queso mozzarella, mayonesa, lechuga, tomate, jalapenos, y aguacate fresco Mexicano.
Famous Gorditas
Gorditas famosas. Homemade corn tortillas stuffed with your choice of meat, refried beans, lettuce, tomatoes, Mexican fresh cheese, and fresh Mexican avocado. Tortilla hecha a mano rellenada con frijoles, su carne preferida, lechuga, tomate, queso fresco Mexicano, y aguacate fresco Mexicano.
Traditional Enchiladas
Enchiladas tradicionales. 4 chicken stuffed corn tortillas. Comes with your choice of red or green sauce topped with lettuce, fresh Mexican cheese, Mexican table cream, and fresh Mexican avocado. Accompanied with rice and beans. Cuatro tortillas rellenadas con pollo con salsa roja o verde. Llevan lechuga, crema Mexicana, queso fresco Mexicano, y aguacate fresco Mexicano.Acompanados con arroz y frijoles. Spicy.
Flautas
4 chicken stuffed corn tortillas deep fried topped with lettuce, Mexican table cream, Mexican Fresh cheese, and fresh Mexican avocado. Accompanied with rice and beans. Cuatro tortillas de maiz doradas rellenadas con pollo blanco. Con lechuga, crema Mexicana, queso fresco Mexicano, y aguacate fresco Mexicano. Acompaados con arroz y frijoles.
Excellent Grande Quesadillas
Excelente grande quesadillas. Flour tortilla with your choice of meat, mozzarella cheese, lettuce, tomato, and fresh Mexican avocado. Tortilla de harina, su carne preferida, queso mozzarella, lechuga, tomate, y aguacate fresco Mexicano.
Ay Chihuahua Fajitas
Comes with your choice of fresh grilled steak, chicken, or shrimp cooked with onions, tomatoes, and fresh green bell peppers. Accompanied with rice and beans your choice of heat level. Add jalapenos to make it spicy. Comes with your choice of flour or handmade corn tortillas. Usted elige bistec, camarones, o pollo fresco asados con cebolla, tomate, y pimientos dulces. Acompanados con arroz y frijoles elije usted si quiere su platillo picante. Agrege jalapenos. Usted elija, tortillas hechas a mano o tortillas de harina. Spicy.
Rustic Chiles Rellenos
Chile rellenos rusticos. 2 large stuffed poblano peppers stuffed with fresh Mexican cheese, egg battered, then deep fried. Accompanied with rice and beans. With your choice of flour or handmade corn tortillas. Dos chiles poblanos rellenados con queso fresco. Banados en huevo y cocinados en aceite. Acompanados con arroz y frijoles. Usted elija, tortillas hechas a mano o tortillas de harina.
Caldo de Camaron
Shrimp stew. Chile guajillo red broth base stewed together with shrimp, potatoes, celery, and carrots. Accompanied with your choice of bread, handmade tortillas, or tostadas. Camarones cocinados en caldo de chile guajillo con zanahorias, apio, y papas. Acompanado con pan,tortillas hechas a mano, o tostadas. Spicy.
Caldo de Pollo
Chicken stew. Chicken stewed together with carrots, potatoes, squash, cabbage, onion, cilantro, and garlic. Pollo cocinado con zanaorias, papas, chayote, repollo, cebolla, cilantro y ajo.
Menudo Especial
Cow tripe stewed in a chile guajillo red broth. Accompanied with handmade tortillas. Panza y pata de res cocinado en caldo rojo de chile guajillo. Acompanado con tortillas hechas a mano.
Savory Carne Asada
Sabrosa carne asada. Fresh thin flank steak topped with onions, grilled tomatoes, grilled jalapenos, or green bell peppers. Accompanied with rice and beans. Comes with your choice of flour torillas or hand-made corn tortillas. Bistec fresco asado con cebollas, tomate, jalapenos, o pimientos dulces. Acompanados con arroz y frijoles. Usted elija, tortillas hechas a mano o tortillas de harina. Spicy.
Costillas de Puerco
Pork ribs. Pork ribs in a sauce made of serrano chili, tomatoes, and garlic. Accompanied with rice and beans. Comes with your choice of flour or handmade corn tortillas. Costillas en salsa de chile serrano, tomate, y ajo. Acompanados con arroz y frijoles. Usted elija, tortillas hechas a manoO tortillas de harina. Spicy.
Bistec en Salsa Roja
Steak in a red sauce made of guajillo chilies and garlic. Accompanied with rice and beans. Comes with your choice of flour or handmade corn tortillas. Bistec en salsa roja hecha de chile guajillo y ajo. Acompanado con arroz y frijoles. Usted elija, tortillas hechas a mano o tortillas de harina. Spicy.
Bistec en Salsa Verde
Steak in a green sauce made of green serrano chilies and green tomatoes. Accompanied with rice and beans. Comes with your choice of flour or handmade corn tortillas. Bistec en salsa verde hecha de chiles verdes serranos y tomate verde. Acompanado con arroz y frijoles. Usted elija, tortillas hechas a mano o tortillas de harina. Spicy.
Pollo en Mole
Chicken in mole sauce. Chicken in a sauce with a combination of chilies pasilla, ancho, and black chiles. Flavored with pepper, salt, onion, and garlic. Accompanied with rice and beans. Comes with your choice of flour torillas or hand made corn tortillas pollo en salsa con chile pasilla, ancho, y chiles negro. Condimentado con pimienta, sal, cebolla y ajo. Acompanado con arroz y frijoles. Usted elija, tortillas hechas a mano o tortillas de harina. Spicy.
Ceviche de Camaron
Fresh shrimp, green chilies, tomato, onion, cilantro, tomato sauce, hot sauce, and lime. Served on a hard shell corn tortilla and topped with fresh Mexican avocados. Camarones frescos, chile verde, tomate, cebolla, cilantro, salsa de tomate, salsa picante, y limon. Servidas sobre una tostada y con aguacate fresco Mexicano.
Enticing Grande Burritos
Grande burritos tentadores. Flour tortilla rolled up with your choice of meat, mozzarella cheese, lettuce, tomato and fresh Mexican avocado. Tortilla de harinaenvuelto con su carne preferida, queso mozzarella, lechuga, tomate, y aguacate e fresco Mexicano.
Nachos
Corn tortilla chips topped with cheddar cheese and your choice of meat. Totopos con queso cheddar y carne.
Caldo de res
Beef soup.
Huaraches
Quesabirria
3 por $15
Tacos de Res (Beef)
10 Tacos por $20
Tacos Mix
10 por $15 AdobadaPolloCarnitas
10 Tacos Campechanos
10 Tacos Campechanos por $20.00Adobada y Chorizo
Flan Grande
Flan Chico
Tres Leches
Desserts
Chicken Fingers and French Fries
Chicken Fingers and Fries
Grilled Chicken Salad
Salad with chicken that has been cooked in a spicy buttery sauce.
Grilled Shrimp Salad
Shellfish salad.
Mexican Salads
Side Orders
Large Guacamole and Chips
Large order.
Rice
Arroz.
Refried Beans
Frijoles.
Pico de Gallo with chips
Small Guacamole and chips
Chips
French Fries
Sour Cream
Chips and salsa
House Specialty Huaraches
Especialidad de la casa. Oversized handmade corn tortilla topped with your choice of meat, mozzarella cheese, cilantro, onions, and fresh Mexican avocado. Enorme tortilla hecha a mano, su carne preferida, queso mozzarella, cilantro, cebolla, y aguacate fresco Mexicano.
Aguas Horchata grande
Coffee
Cafe.