Blue Plate Taco Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Blue Plate Taco, a delightful culinary gem nestled at 1515 Ocean Ave in Santa Monica, CA. This intimate eatery combines a vibrant atmosphere with a diverse menu that celebrates authentic Mexican fare. From the highly praised veggie tacos bursting with flavor to the tantalizing birria served with a side of divine sauce, the offerings here promise a memorable dining experience.
Guests rave about the taquitos deliciosos and fresh guacamole, making it a must-try for any visitor. Light and refreshing drinks, featuring house-made syrups, enhance the overall adventure. The knowledgeable and friendly staff elevate the welcoming ambiance, while the outdoor seating provides a perfect view for people-watching.
Whether you're stopping by after a day at the beach or looking for a cozy spot to unwind, Blue Plate Taco is the ideal choice. With a commitment to fresh, healthy ingredients, you're in for a culinary treat!
BPT Catering & Family Meals Delivery
Taquito Platter
Our famous taquitos, now available for catering! 18 count of taquitos with chipotle aioli, guacamole, pico de gallo, and queso fresco
Nacho Platter
A large tray of house made tortilla chips. Melted queso, guacamole, pico de gallo, radish, jalapenos, and farmers market veggies all on the side to build your own nachos
Baja Caesar Salad - Serves 10-12 Guests
Chopped romaine, house made caesar dressing, corn, avocado, cotija, tortilla strips
Baja Caesar Salad - Serves Up To 18 Guests
Chopped romaine, house made caesar dressing, corn, avocado, cotija, tortilla strips
Burrito Box - Serves 10-12 Guests
comes with 12 half size burritos, 8oz house salsa & chips. choose up to 2 types of proteins. all burritos are wrapped in flour tortilla, with mojo de ajo brown rice, black beans, and mexican slaws.
Burrito Box Large - Serves Up To 18 Guests
comes with 18 half size burritos, 16oz house salsa & chips. choose up to 3 types of proteins. all burritos are wrapped in flour tortilla, with mojo de ajo brown rice, black beans, and mexican slaws.
Taco Bar - Serves 10-12 Guests
makes 24 tacos. choose up to 2 proteins. comes with 2 sides of choice, house salsa, and tortilla chips.
Taco Bar Large - Serves Up To 18 Guests
makes 36 tacos. choose up to 3 proteins. comes with 3 sides of choice, house salsa, and tortilla chips.
Baja Bowl Bar - Serves 10-12 Guests
serves 10-12 guests. protein of choice, avocado, farmer's market veggies, mojo de ajo brown rice, and black beans.
Baja Bowl Bar Large - Serves Up To 18 Guests
serves up to 18 guests. choice of 2 proteins, avocado, farmer's market veggies, mojo de ajo brown rice, and black beans. comes with house salsa and chips.
Family Caesar Salad - Serves 4
Chopped romaine, house made caesar dressing, corn, avocado, cotija, tortilla strips
Family Fajita Trio
Serves 4. 1 Chicken Fajita, 1 Steak Fajita, 1 Shrimp Fajita. Served with rice & beans. Choice of corn or flour tortillas.
Guacamole & Chips.
housemade chips served with pico de gallo house ranchera salsa
Farmer's Market Nachos
SM farmers market veggies, jack cheese, guacamole, pico, radish, jalepeno
Calamari Fritto
Lightly-breaded and fried, served with chipotle aioli, fresno pepper, cilantro and lime
Camarones A La Diabla
spicy! marinated with mojo de ajo, chipotle adobo pepper and secret seasoning
Taquitos Deliciosos
2 crispy hand-rolled tortillas with chicken, mushroom, corn, queso fresco, topped with guacamole, pico & chipotle aioli
Ceviche Mixto Tostadas
Calamari and shrimp marinated in fresh lime, serrano and fresnos, onion, and cilantro, piled on homemade crispy tostadas, guacamole
Baja Caesar Salad
chopped romaine, housemade caesar dressing, corn, avocado, cotija, tortilla strips
Santa Monica Salmon Salad
Salmon a la plancha with spring greens, quinoa, corn, black beans, pico de gallo, and avocado in a dijon vinaigrette
Salsa Flight
choose 3 of our house salsas. 4oz each.
Chips And Salsa
comes with house ranchera salsa
Soups, Salads, and Starters
Taco Combos - 3 tacos, choose 2 sides
Prime Barbacoa Combo
Shredded prime chuck braised w/onion, poblano, chipotle, oregano, and cumin. Served Birria style with melted jack cheese, pickled onions and side of consomme
Veggie Combo
corn, mushrooms, leeks, kale, goat cheese, cotija, truffle oil
Chicken Combo
melted jack, guajillo salsa, avocado, queso fresco, lettuce
Carnitas Combo
Pork shoulder marinated and braised in orange juice, Mexican lager, and coca-cola. Topped with red onion, cilantro & guajillo salsa
Steak Combo
tomatillo salsa, red onion, cilantro
Fish Combo
a la plancha (seared), cabbage, chipotle aioli, mexican radish
Baja Fish Combo
crispy Baja style, cabbage, chipotle aioli, mexican radish
Shrimp Combo
mojo de ajo butter marinated, pumpkin seed pesto, cream, cucumber, jicama, cilantro crema
Lobster Combo
maine lobster, jack cheese, truffle oil, crispy shell
Teriyaki Portabello Combo
Chicken Fajitas
Sauteed peppers, onions & poblanos, served with salsa & guacamole
Veggie Fajitas
Sauteed peppers, onions & poblanos, served with salsa & guacamole
Steak Fajitas
Sauteed peppers, onions & poblanos, served with salsa & guacamole
Shrimp Fajita
Sauteed peppers, onions & poblanos, served with salsa & guacamole
Fajitas - protein of choice with charred poblano, red pepper and onion
Quesadillas & Burritos
Cheese Quesadilla
FM Veggie Quesadilla
Chicken Quesadilla
Carnitas Quesadilla
Shrimp Quesadilla
Steak Quesadilla
Prime Barbacoa Quesadilla
Bean And Cheese Burrito
black beans, rice, cheese with a side of guajillo salsa
Veggie Burrito
farmers market veggies, black beans, rice, cheese with a side of guajillo salsa
Chicken Burrito
chicken, mexican slaw, black beans, rice, cheese with a side of guajillo salsa
Carnitas Burrito
braised pork shoulder, cilantro, onion, mexican slaw, black beans, rice, cheese with a side of guajillo salsa
Steak Burrito
steak, mexican slaw, black beans, rice, cheese with a side of tomatillo salsa
Shrimp Burrito
shrimp, mexican slaw, black beans, rice, cheese with a side of guajillo salsa
Barbacoa Burrito
shredded prime chuck braised w/onion, poblano, chipotle, oregano, and cumin, cotija cheese and pickled red onions, mexican slaw, black beans, rice, cheese with a side of tomatillo salsa
Fish Burrito
Baja Fish Burrito
SM Salmon Wrap
salmon, spring greens, quinoa, corn, black beans, pico de gallo, avocado, dijon vinaigrette
Teriyaki Portobello Burrito
Veggie Bowl
corn, mushrooms, leeks, kale, goat cheese, cotija, truffle oil, farmer's veggie, beans, and avocado. choice of brown rice or flaco (lettuce)
Chicken Bowl
mojo marinated chicken, queso fresco, farmer's veggie, beans, and avocado. side of guajillo salsa. choice of brown rice or flaco (lettuce)
Carnitas Bowl
braised pork shoulder, cilantro, onion, and guajillo salsa with farmer's veggies, black beans, and avocado. choice of brown rice or flaco (lettuce)
Prime Barbacoa Bowl
shredded prime chuck braised w/onion, poblano, chipotle, oregano, and cumin, cotija cheese and pickled red onions, avocado, black beans, and market veggies. choice of brown rice, or flaco (lettuce)
Steak Bowl
sweet soy marinated steak, red onions, cilantro, farmer's veggie, black beans, avocado, and tomatillo. choice of brown rice or flaco (lettuce)
Baja Fish Bowl
crispy Baja style fish, farmer's veggie, black beans, avocado, and chipotle aioli. choice of brown rice or flaco (lettuce)
Grilled Fish Bowl
a la plancha (seared), farmer's veggie, beans, avocado, and chipotle aioli. choice of brown rice or flaco (lettuce)
Shrimp Bowl
mojo marinated shrimp, farmer's veggie, black beans, avocado, and guajillo salsa. choice of brown rice or flaco (lettuce)
Lobster Bowl
Maine lobster, jack cheese, truffle oil, farmer's veggie, black beans, and avocado. choice of brown rice or flaco (lettuce)
Teriyaki Portobello Bowl
Veggie Bowl (Copy)
corn, mushrooms, leeks, kale, goat cheese, cotija, truffle oil, farmer's veggie, beans, and avocado. choice of brown rice or flaco (lettuce)
BPT Bowls
A la Carte Tacos
Veggie Taco
corn, mushrooms, leeks, kale, goat cheese, cotija, truffle oil
Chicken Taco
melted jack, guajillo salsa, avocado, queso fresco, lettuce
Carnitas Taco
Pork shoulder marinated and braised in orange juice, Mexican lager, and coca-cola. Topped with red onion, cilantro & guajillo salsa
Prime Barbacoa Taco
Shredded prime chuck braised w/onion, poblano, chipotle, oregano, and cumin. Served Birria style with melted jack cheese, pickled onions and side of consomme
Steak Taco
tomatillo salsa, red onion, cilantro
Fish Taco
a la plancha style, cabbage, chipotle aioli, mexican radish
Baja Fish Taco
crispy Baja style, cabbage, chipotle aioli, mexican radish
Shrimp Taco
mojo de ajo butter marinated, pumpkin seed pesto, cream, cucumber, jicama, cilantro crema
Lobster Taco
maine lobster, jack cheese, truffle oil, crispy shell
Taco Del Dia
New flavors weekly! Created by our chef utilizing fresh, local ingredients. Please contact us for details!
Fresh Guacamole.
Brown Rice.
brown rice, seasoned with mojo de ajo (butter and garlic gravy) topped with cilantro
Beans.
stewed black
Mexican Slaw.
with vinaigrette
Farmer's Market Veggie
SM farmers market
6 Corn Tortillas
6 Flour Tortillas
Elote Cob
Sides
Salsas
Salsa Flight
choose 3 of our house salsas. 4oz each.
Salsa..
Tres Leches
Mexican triple dairy moist cake sprinkle with cinnamon
Baja Cheesecake
baja style cheese cake. flan cheese cake. comes with a side of gelato of choice.
Dessert
Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Coke
Diet Coke
Sprite
Vegan Horchata Fresca
Brown rice, oat milk, cinnamon, and nutmeg
Limeaid Fresca
Pineapple Fresca
Watermelon Fresca
Hibiscus Fresca
El Arnoldo
iced tea agua fresca
Knife, Fork, Spoon Set For 1
Available upon request
Utensils
Family Meal - Serves 4
Family Caesar Salad - Serves 4
Chopped romaine, house made caesar dressing, corn, avocado, cotija, tortilla strips
Family Fajita Trio
Serves 4. 1 Chicken Fajita, 1 Steak Fajita, 1 Shrimp Fajita. Served with rice & beans. Choice of corn or flour tortillas.