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El Merendero Menu (Updated September 2025)

Welcome to El Merendero, a cherished gem located at 242 S Garey Ave in Pomona, CA. This vibrant Mexican restaurant invites you to indulge in a menu brimming with authentic flavors and hearty portions. Whether you're diving into a classic Cheeseburger or savoring the delightful Tostadas topped with your choice of meat, every dish promises to satisfy any craving.

Fans rave about the Chile Rellenos, calling them "the best of all." The Menudo, available on weekends, is a must-try, with many loyal customers returning with pots for take-home servings. The restaurant's cozy and welcoming atmosphere, accentuated by beautiful murals, makes it perfect for casual gatherings with family or friends.

Don't forget to explore the adjacent bakery offering delectable Pan Dulce. Reviewers highlight the unexpected delight of finding both the restaurant and bakery together, ensuring that every visit to El Merendero is not just a meal but a culinary experience!

  • Location: 242 S Garey Ave, Pomona, CA
  • Phone: +1 909-620-4503
  • Highlights: Chile Rellenos, Menudo, Tostadas
  • Adjacent Bakery: Delicious Pan Dulce
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Tortas

Mexican Roll Sandwiches

Lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise & guacamole. Choice of Carne Asada, Pork, Barbacoa, Ham, Eggs / Chorizo, Chicharrón, Milanesa Steak or Machaca

$10.49

Hamburgers

Hamburger

$4.99

Cheeseburger

$5.49

Double Burger

$6.99

Bacon Cheeseburger

$7.49

Double Cheeseburger

$7.99

Double Bacon Cheeseburger

$8.49

Soups

Beef Soup

$10.99

Meat Balls (Albondigas)

$10.99

Featured Items

Tostadas

Crisp corn tortilla, topped with beans, lettuce, tomato, cheese and guacamole. Your choice of Carne Asada, Shredded Beef, Chicken, Pork or Carne Asada

$9.49

Menudo & Pozole

Friday, Saturday, & Sunday. Sell by the Quart - Tortillas not included

$1.99

Breakfast

(2) Eggs With Bacon Or Ham Or Sausage

Served with potatoes & toasted bread, wheat or white

$10.49

Veggie Omelette

Onions, Bell peppers, spinach & tomato. Served with potatoes & toasted bread, wheat or white

$10.99

Meat & Cheese Omelette

Monterrey cheese with bacon, ham or sausage. Served with potatoes & toasted bread, wheat or white

$11.49

(3) Hot Cakes

$5.49

(2) Hot Cakes, (2) Eggs & Bacon Or Ham Or Sausage

$9.99

Chilaquiles

Red or chile verde sauce. Served with rice, refried beans, frijoles de la olla or Potatoes

$11.49

Huevos Rancheros

Two eggs in chile verde sauce, cheese and tortillas. Served with rice, refried beans, frijoles de la olla or Potatoes

$11.49

Huevos A La Mexicana

Two eggs, tomato, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, chile verde, cheese and tortillas. Served with rice, refried beans, frijoles de la olla or Potatoes

$11.49

Huevos Con Chorizo

Served with tortillas. Served with rice, refried beans, frijoles de la olla or Potatoes

$11.49

Machaca

Shredded beef, or chicken, bell pepper, onions, tomato & egg. Served with rice, refried beans, frijoles de la olla or Potatoes

$11.49

Burritos

Beans And Cheese

$5.79

Beans, Rice & Cheese

$7.25

Meat & Beans Or Rice

$8.99

All Meat Of Your Choice

$12.49

Meat, Cheese, Rice Or Beans

$10.49

Combination Rice, Beans & Meat

$9.99

Combination Enchilada Style

Rice, beans & meat, topped with chile verde sauce & melted cheese

$12.49

Super Combo Burrito

Rice, beans, meat, cheese & guacamole

$11.99

Super Combo Enchilada Style

Rice, beans, meat, cheese & guacamole, topped with chile verde or red sauce & melted cheese

$13.49

Merendero Special Burrito

Big enough to feed 5 people, comes with beans, rice, shredded beef, red sauce, topped with chile verde sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese & guacamole or sour cream

$39.99

Chile Relleno, Beans & Cheese

$9.99

Potatoes With Meat

$9.99

Potatoes, Meat, Rice Or Beans

$9.99

Potatoes, Meat, Cheese Or Guacamole

$10.49

Chorizo With Eggs

$9.99

Machaca Burrito

$9.99

Eggs W/ Bacon Or Ham Or Sausage

$9.99

California Burrito

Meat, fries, cheese, sour cream

$13.99

Fish Burrito With Rice, Mayo, Lettuce & Avocado

$13.99

Shrimp Burrito La Diabla Or Ranchero

With rice, beans, sour cream & avocado

$13.99

Veggie Fajita Burrito

Rice, beans, potato, cheese, bell peppers & onions

$10.49

Chimichanga Beef Or Chicken

$12.99

Combination Plates

Barbacoa & Enchilada & Chalupa

$17.49

(1) Chile Relleno & (2) Enchiladas

$15.99

(1) Chile Relleno & (2) Soft Tacos

$15.99

Carne Asada & Chile Relleno

$17.49

(2) Chalupas & Enchilada & Hard Taco & Taquito

$17.49

(2) Enchiladas & Hard Taco & Taquito

$15.99

Chile Relleno & Enchilada

$14.99

Dinner

Chile Colorado

Beef chunks with red sauce

$15.99

Chile Verde

Hot! Pork chunks with chile verde sauce

$15.99

Barbacoa

Shredded beef El Merendero Style

$15.99

Carnitas

Shredded or Chunks

$15.99

Chicharrón Salsa Roja

$13.99

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