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Lucha Cantina - Rockford
1641 N Alpine Rd
Rockford, IL 61107
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Featured Items

KID CHICKEN & RICE
Grilled Chicken Breast and rice. The number one choice of picky eaters everywhere.$7.00
CILANTRO RICE BY THE POUND
Our cilantro lime rice is vegetarian and vegan.$3.50
KID BURRITO
Burrito stuffed with beans, rice, and chicken served with your choice of side. Sub beef or pork if you'd like.$7.00
LUNCH MENU
LUNCH STARTERS
LUNCH BOWLS & SALADS

RIO GRANDE BOWL
This bowl has become one of our biggest selling items. It is an amazing blend of flavors that starts with poblano rice, chihuahua cheese, spinach, a little red onion, corn, jalapeño, black beans and fresh avocado.$16.00
SOUTHWESTERN CHOP SALAD
Romaine lettuce mixed with roasted corn, onion, bell pepper, tomatoes, fresh avocado, chihuahua cheese, black beans, tortilla strips & ranch$14.00
TIJUANA CAESAR
Born in Tijuana, reimagined at Lucha — smoky ancho Caesar, grilled antibiotic-free chicken, roasted red peppers, parmesan, & crisp romaine$14.00
TITANIC WEDGE
Iceberg wedge with bacon, grape tomatoes, housemade blue cheese dressing, balsamic reduction, and pickled onions.$14.00
LUNCH TACOS

STEAK TACO TACOS
Chihuahua cheese, lettuce, tomato, diced jalapenos and hand cut ribeye & strip steak. Enjoy. Served on housemade corn tortillas & with a side of Patatas.$15.00+
CHICKEN FAJITA TACOS
Sliced chicken breast mixed with roasted white onions & yellow, green & red bell peppers. Add shredded romaine, roma tomato & Chihuahua cheese. (GF)$15.00+
HAWAIIAN SHRIMP TACOS
Spicy shrimp sautéed with housemade pineapple-jerk sauce then topped with cabbage, chihuahua cheese, chopped cilantro, chipotle aioli and freshly sliced jalapeno.$15.00+
OSHI SALMON TACOS
Plant-based salmon, big flavor, zero fish. Shaved cabbage brings the crunch & our spicy honey glaze brings the heat & a hint of sweet$15.00+
LUNCH CLASSIC

SANTE FE QUESADILLA
Cheesy, crispy, & stacked with flavor — chicken, veggies, & spicy sour cream take this quesadilla way beyond basic. Served with a side$16.00
CHICKEN FLAUTAS
Manny makes these Flautas with shredded chicken & chihuahua cheese rolled into corn tortillas. Topped with our Verde Sauce, Sour & Pico.$16.00
BARBACOA ENCHILADA
Craving something hearty & satisfying? Slow-braised barbacoa, double sauce, & melty cheese. Comforting without trying too hard. Served with a side$17.00
CUBANO TORTA
Carnitas, bacon, Swiss & pickled onion meet rich adobo aioli — balanced heat, big flavor, & a perfectly toasted bun$18.00
BAJA CHICKEN TORTA
A west coast remix — grilled chicken, guacamole, Swiss & cilantro mayo stacked with jalapeño crunch & romaine$18.00
SWEETS - LUNCH

FRIED ICE CREAM
You could make this yourself at home, but it’s a whole lot easier to just order it from us. (GF & Vegetarian)$9.00
CHURROS & CHOCOLATE
This one is pretty self explanatory.$6.00
TRES LECHES
Milk soaked sponge cake layered with vanilla whipped cream delivers indulgent tres leches flavor with a light, airy finish.$8.00
CHURRO DULCE DE LECHE
Warm spiced churro cake filled with dulce de leche, topped with crunchy sugar streusel for a sweet finish.$6.00
DINNER MENU
SHARABLE STARTERS
Sharable plates are a good way to start the meal, but we won't judge if you order one all for yourself.

YUCCA TOTS
Made with freshly shredded Yucca, a Mexican root vegetable similar to a potato, served with a side of sriracha mayo. (Contains Dairy & Egg)$9.00
CHICKEN FLAUTAS
Manny makes these Flautas with shredded chicken & chihuahua cheese rolled into corn tortillas. Topped with our Verde Sauce, Sour & Pico.$17.00
LUCHA WINGS
Over a pound of wings (8) seasoned & baked before being fried to order. Tossed in our house-made Buffalo or BBQ & served with a side of our own Ranch.$14.00
SHEET PAN NACHOS
No lame chips on this nacho. A single layer of chips covered in melted cheese, Lucha Queso, our black bean mix, jalapeños, sour cream & cilantro. Add chorizo or chicken for a few dollars more.$10.00
ELOTE & SHRIMP RANGOON
Think crab rangoon, but instead of crab and cream cheese we're grilling up some shrimp and mixing them with our Elote Dip. Dusted with Smoked Paprika and served with Sweet Chile Sauce.$12.00
NACHO PUERCO
We start with a bed of freshly fried corn chips tossed in our secret dry rub. Add to that melted cheddar and chihuahua cheese, slow roasted bbq carnitas, slaw, diced red onion, and topped with our house made queso.$13.00
SALSA SAMPLER
If you love our salsas like we do we can't choose just one. Pick three to help you find your favorite.$9.00
BEST OF FLIGHT
Elote Dip, Guacamole & our House Queso served with freshly fried chips.$14.00
EXTRA BAG OF CHIPS
Paper bag with chips inside. To be honest, they're kinda dry. :-)$2.50
TACOS
Served on house-made corn tortillas. Non-Dairy cheese option available. Includes a side.

MAHI MAHI TACOS
Pan seared Mahi Mahi served with housemade corn tortillas, red cabbage, chihuahua cheese & then topped with a fresh fresno pico and to take it right over the top, we amp up the flavor with our chipotle lime aioli. You don’t just want these, you need these!! Served with a side of Patatas.$15.00+
CARNITAS TACOS
The star of this show is our slow roasted carnitas. add to that freshly diced onion, olive blend, spinach, sour cream, chihuahua cheese and just a little queso. Served on our housemade corn tortillas with a side of Patatas.$15.00+
HAWAIIAN SHRIMP TACOS
Spicy shrimp sautéed with housemade pineapple-jerk sauce then topped with cabbage, chihuahua cheese, chopped cilantro, chipotle aioli and freshly sliced jalapeno.$15.00+
JERK CHICKEN TACOS
Grilled jerk chicken taco with crisp jicama slaw & a creamy mango-habanero aioli you’ll crave$15.00+
CHICKEN FAJITA TACOS
Sliced chicken breast mixed with roasted white onions & yellow, green & red bell peppers. Add shredded romaine, roma tomato & Chihuahua cheese. (GF)$15.00+
STEAK TACO TACOS
Chihuahua cheese, lettuce, tomato, diced jalapenos and hand cut ribeye & strip steak. Enjoy. Served on housemade corn tortillas & with a side of Patatas.$15.00+
SHORT RIB TACOS
Back in 2024 we ran a Short Rib Taco as a feature and we’ve been consistently asked when we were going to feature it again. So for all of you short rib lovers, here you go! We slow roast these Short Ribs in a house made Adobo BBQ Sauce and top them with our handcut Slaw. We are also making corn tortillas fresh for these as well. The flavor is over the top on these.$15.00+
MISO SALMON TACOS
Sweet-savory miso-glazed salmon on blue corn tortillas, topped with crisp jicama slaw and herbs$15.00+
BOWLS & SALADS
Our salads are Gluten Free except for the bread. If you say no bread you're good to go.

RIO GRANDE BOWL
This bowl has become one of our biggest selling items. It is an amazing blend of flavors that starts with poblano rice, chihuahua cheese, spinach, a little red onion, corn, jalapeño, black beans and fresh avocado.$16.00
SOUTHWESTERN CHOP SALAD
Romaine lettuce mixed with roasted corn, onion, bell pepper, tomatoes, fresh avocado, chihuahua cheese, black beans, tortilla strips & ranch$14.00
TIJUANA CAESAR
Born in Tijuana, reimagined at Lucha — smoky ancho Caesar, grilled antibiotic-free chicken, roasted red peppers, parmesan, & crisp romaine$14.00
TITANIC WEDGE
Iceberg wedge with bacon, grape tomatoes, housemade blue cheese dressing, balsamic reduction, and pickled onions.$14.00
STRAWBERRY SALAD
Strawberries, creamy avocado, spinach, goat cheese, pepitas, & red onion. Bright, balanced, and finished with cilantro-lime vinaigrette$15.00
SWEET CHILI CRUNCH SALAD
Chilled sweet chili noodles, crisp romaine, sweet peppers, carrots, tossed in our balsamic vinaigrette with a little fried wonton crunch$15.00
BURRITOS, ENCHILADAS & 'DILLAS
Served with a Lucha House Salad made with Spring Mix, Toasted Pumpkin Seeds, Pickled Red Onion & Grape Tomato.

BARBACOA CHIMICHANGA
Stuffed with tender barbacoa, potatoes & peppers, smothered in rojo sauce, sour crema, cilantro & onion$19.00
MISSION BURRITO
Rice, onion, black beans, queso, chihuahua cheese, grilled veggies & cotija cheese. With verde sauce, crema & pico Antibiotic Free Chicken 4; Carnitas 4, Shrimp 4; Carne Asada 6; or Black Bean Hummus & Daiya Cheeze 4$16.00
CHICKEN AND SPINACH ENCHILADA
Blue corn tortillas, seasoned chicken, spinach, sour cream, chihuahua and cotija cheese. then we smother it with verde, and to make it even more awesome (if that’s possible) we smother that with queso.$17.00
ENCHILADAS COLORADO
Slow-braised barbacoa with melty cheese and double sauce. Deep, rich flavor that hits all the comfort notes$18.00
PINEAPPLE & COCONUT 'DILLA
Caramelized pineapple, shaved coconut, shrimp, and melted cheese folded crisp and golden for a warm, sweet-savory bite.$18.00
HIPPY QUESADILLA
A throwback favorite packed with veggie blend, spinach, onion, melted cheese, and creamy black bean hummus.$15.00
BURGERS, TORTAS & FLATS

CUBANO TORTA
Carnitas, bacon, Swiss & pickled onion meet rich adobo aioli — balanced heat, big flavor, & a perfectly toasted bun$18.00
BAJA CHICKEN TORTA
A west coast remix — grilled chicken, guacamole, Swiss & cilantro mayo stacked with jalapeño crunch & romaine$18.00
EL JEFE BURGER
We are using a blend of Chuck, Brisket and Short Rib to make this the perfect burger. Served on a bun with lettuce & pickle and topped with American cheese and our bacon blanket.$18.00
ELOTE FLAT
Creamy elote spread, mozzarella, roasted corn, finished with parmesan, cilantro, and a touch of heat.$17.00
RANCHERO FLAT
Ranchero sauce, mozzarella, seasoned carne asada, crimini mushrooms, roasted poblano, blue cheese, fresh cilantro, finished with chimichurri.$18.00
SWEETS

FRIED ICE CREAM
You could make this yourself at home, but it’s a whole lot easier to just order it from us. (GF & Vegetarian)$9.00
CHURROS & CHOCOLATE
This one is pretty self explanatory.$6.00
TRES LECHES
Milk soaked sponge cake layered with vanilla whipped cream delivers indulgent tres leches flavor with a light, airy finish.$8.00
CHURRO DULCE DE LECHE
Warm spiced churro cake filled with dulce de leche, topped with crunchy sugar streusel for a sweet finish.$6.00
STUDENT
Student Menu

KID CHICKEN & RICE
Grilled Chicken Breast and rice. The number one choice of picky eaters everywhere.$7.00
KID BONELESS WINGS
Breaded Tenders served with your choice of fries. Double it up for a few dollars more.$7.00
KID QUESO MAC
Cavatappi noodles tossed in our Lucha Queso. Pretty straightforward but also pretty darn good.$6.00
KID DILLA w/ CHICKEN
Chicken & Cheese Quesadilla served with your choice of side.$6.00
KID DILLA (CZ ONLY)
Cheese Quesadilla served with your choice of side.$6.00
JR. CHEESEBURGER
Sliders with American cheese. Served with your choice of side.$7.00
JR. BURGER
Plain sliders & your choice of side.$7.00
KID BURRITO
Burrito stuffed with beans, rice, and chicken served with your choice of side. Sub beef or pork if you'd like.$7.00
CATERING - TOGO
HOME / GRAD / OFFICE PARTY BUFFET

SALSA & GUAC PARTY PACK
Wanna be the hit of the party? Show up with a Salsa & Guac Sampler. You'll have four 16oz containers of our signature salsas and a 16oz container of our fresh guacamole plus chips!$38.00PATATAS FOR 10
$15.00GUACAMOLE FOR 10
$30.00QUESO FOR 10
$20.00
ELOTE DIP W/ CHIPS
HOUSE MADE ELOTE DIP WITH CHIPS$12.00+
ONE DOZEN HOMEMADE CORN TORTILLAS
We make our corn tortillas in house every day from heirloom non-GMO corn grown by small family farms in central Mexico.$8.00
ONE DOZEN FLOUR TORTILLAS
We buy these. Nothing special about them but if you need them we have them.$6.00
JUST BONE-IN WINGS
Make sure you get invited every time by showing up with the wings. Tossed in sauce or get it on the side. Served with Ranch for dipping too. (gf)$30.00+
JUST BONELESS WINGS
This isn't some frozen product that we bring in. No, we cut antibiotic free chicken breast by hand and then bread them before twice frying them for the perfect crunch.$30.00+
TACOS BY THE DOZEN
Feeding a group? Order our Signature Tacos by the Dozen! Each taco comes individually wrapped in foil.$45.00
TOGO INDIVIDUAL INGREDIENTS - TOGO ONLY
We salute your commitment to meal prep. We also understand that at times life gets in the way and there just aren't enough hours in the day. We hope this helps. We now offer individual ingredients in bulk.

CHICKEN BY THE POUND
Are you hosting and you want us to take care of the protein only? We an do that. Are you meal prepping and need a little help? We can help you there too.$12.00
CARNE ASADA BY THE POUND
Are you hosting and you want us to take care of the protein only? We an do that. Are you meal prepping and need a little help? We can help you there too.$18.00
CARNITAS BY THE POUND
Are you hosting and you want us to take care of the protein only? We an do that. Are you meal prepping and need a little help? We can help you there too.$11.00
FAJITA VEGGIES BY THE POUND
Cutting up all the peppers and onions can be a challenge. We can take care of that for you. Are you meal prepping and need a little help? We can help you there too.$10.00
SMASHED BEANS BY THE POUND
Our beans are vegetarian and vegan.$4.00
CILANTRO RICE BY THE POUND
Our cilantro lime rice is vegetarian and vegan.$3.50
16oz SALSA - NO CHIPS
16oz container of any one of our signature house made salsas.$6.00
ONE DOZEN HOMEMADE CORN TORTILLAS
We make our corn tortillas in house every day from heirloom non-GMO corn grown by small family farms in central Mexico.$8.00
ONE DOZEN FLOUR TORTILLAS
We buy these. Nothing special about them but if you need them we have them.$6.00GUACAMOLE BY THE POUND
$10.00GUACAMOLE FOR 10
$30.00Party Menu Chicken Flautas (25 pieces)
$40.00
TOGO Beers, Mixes, N/A & Cocktails

Natural To-Go w/ Alcohol
Made with El Tequileno Reposado, Stirrings Triple Sec, agave nectar, and fresh squeezed lime juice. When was the last time you had a fresh squeezed margarita? Treat Yourself.$19.00+
Lucharita To-Go w/ Alcohol
This is a great place to start. 100% Blue Agave Campo Bravo* Tequila with our real juice margarita mix. Simple and Refreshing.$15.00+
Strawberry Lucharita To-Go w/ Alcohol
How do you make a great margarita better? Add fresh strawberry of course. 100% Blue Agave Campo Bravo* Tequila with our real juice margarita mix. Simple and Refreshing.$17.00+
Mango Lucharita To-Go w/ Alcohol
Mango puree, 100% Blue Agave Campo Bravo* Tequila and our real juice margarita mix. Simple and Refreshing.$17.00+
N/A Lucharita Mix
Do you have the tequila on the shelf but you don't have a mixer? We have you covered.$7.00+
N/A Natural Margarita Mix
Everything you need minus the tequila.$9.00+
CATERING ONLINE ORDERING
TOGO HOUSE / GRAD / OFFICE
Have you been invited to a house party menu and you don't know what to bring? We have you covered.

SALSA & GUAC PARTY PACK
Wanna be the hit of the party? Show up with a Salsa & Guac Sampler. You'll have four 16oz containers of our signature salsas and a 16oz container of our fresh guacamole plus chips!$38.00PATATAS FOR 10
$15.00GUACAMOLE FOR 10
$30.00QUESO FOR 10
$20.00DOZEN HOUSE MADE BLUE CORN TORTILLAS
$12.00DOZEN FLOUR TORTILLAS
$12.00
JUST BONE-IN WINGS
Make sure you get invited every time by showing up with the wings. Tossed in sauce or get it on the side. Served with Ranch for dipping too. (gf)$30.00+
JUST BONELESS WINGS
This isn't some frozen product that we bring in. No, we cut antibiotic free chicken breast by hand and then bread them before twice frying them for the perfect crunch.$30.00+
ELOTE DIP W/ CHIPS
HOUSE MADE ELOTE DIP WITH CHIPS$12.00+
TACOS BY THE DOZEN
Feeding a group? Order our Signature Tacos by the Dozen! Each taco comes individually wrapped in foil.$45.00
TOGO INDIVIDUAL INGREDIENTS
We salute your commitment to meal prep. We also understand that at times life gets in the way and there just aren't enough hours in the day. We hope this helps. We now offer individual ingredients in bulk.

CHICKEN BY THE POUND
Are you hosting and you want us to take care of the protein only? We an do that. Are you meal prepping and need a little help? We can help you there too.$12.00
CARNE ASADA BY THE POUND
Are you hosting and you want us to take care of the protein only? We an do that. Are you meal prepping and need a little help? We can help you there too.$18.00
CARNITAS BY THE POUND
Are you hosting and you want us to take care of the protein only? We an do that. Are you meal prepping and need a little help? We can help you there too.$11.00
FAJITA VEGGIES BY THE POUND
Cutting up all the peppers and onions can be a challenge. We can take care of that for you. Are you meal prepping and need a little help? We can help you there too.$10.00
SMASHED BEANS BY THE POUND
Our beans are vegetarian and vegan.$4.00
CILANTRO RICE BY THE POUND
Our cilantro lime rice is vegetarian and vegan.$3.50
16oz SALSA - NO CHIPS
16oz container of any one of our signature house made salsas.$6.00
ONE DOZEN HOMEMADE CORN TORTILLAS
We make our corn tortillas in house every day from heirloom non-GMO corn grown by small family farms in central Mexico.$8.00
ONE DOZEN FLOUR TORTILLAS
We buy these. Nothing special about them but if you need them we have them.$6.00
TOGO Beers, Mixes, N/A & Cocktails

Natural To-Go w/ Alcohol
Made with El Tequileno Reposado, Stirrings Triple Sec, agave nectar, and fresh squeezed lime juice. When was the last time you had a fresh squeezed margarita? Treat Yourself.$19.00+
Lucharita To-Go w/ Alcohol
This is a great place to start. 100% Blue Agave Campo Bravo* Tequila with our real juice margarita mix. Simple and Refreshing.$15.00+
Strawberry Lucharita To-Go w/ Alcohol
How do you make a great margarita better? Add fresh strawberry of course. 100% Blue Agave Campo Bravo* Tequila with our real juice margarita mix. Simple and Refreshing.$17.00+
Mango Lucharita To-Go w/ Alcohol
Mango puree, 100% Blue Agave Campo Bravo* Tequila and our real juice margarita mix. Simple and Refreshing.$17.00+
N/A Lucharita Mix
Do you have the tequila on the shelf but you don't have a mixer? We have you covered.$7.00+
N/A Natural Margarita Mix
Everything you need minus the tequila.$9.00+
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This is a great place to start. 100% Blue Agave Campo Bravo* Tequila with our real juice margarita mix. Simple and Refreshing.
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All hours
| Sunday | 11:00 am - 7:45 pm |
| Monday | 11:00 am - 7:45 pm |
| Tuesday | 11:00 am - 7:45 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:00 am - 7:45 pm |
| Thursday | 11:00 am - 7:45 pm |
| Friday | 11:00 am - 8:45 pm |
| Saturday | 11:00 am - 8:45 pm |
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