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Cafe Herrera

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    • Hours & Location

    Hours & Availability

    Monday: Closed 

    Tuesday: 5 PM - 10 PM

    Wednesday: 5 PM - 10 PM

    Thursday: Closed

    Friday: 5 PM - 10 PM

    Saturday: 11 AM - 10 PM

    Sunday: Closed

    Hours and days of operation are subject to change.

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    ABOUT US

    Cafe Herrera brings a multi-generational Mexican food tradition to downtown Dallas, located at Omni Dallas on Lamar Street. The Herrera family has been serving authentic recipes since 1971, and today the menu features classic enchiladas, street tacos, and handcrafted margaritas alongside contemporary Mexican dishes. Vibrant colors and lively décor set the scene for a festive dining experience, whether you're stopping in for lunch or settling in for a full dinner.

    From house-made salsas to signature tequila cocktails, Cafe Herrera delivers an upscale take on Tex-Mex classics in the heart of downtown Dallas.

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      Beverages

      Cocktails

      • The Classico

        Tequila blanco, orange liqueur, fresh lime, frozen or on the rocks

        $15

      • Maximo

        Maestro Dobel Diamante, Solerno agave, fresh lime

        $17

      • Oaxacan Old Fashioned

        Hornitos Black Barrel añejo, agave, Aztec chocolate & orange bitters

        $18

      • Tejas Paloma

        Altos plata, grapefruit, hibiscus, Owen’s grapefruit soda

        $16

      • Carajillo De Horchata

        Licor 43 horchata, cold brew

        $16

      • Smoky Bandit

        Dos Hombres mezcal, cinnamon syrup, Ancho Reyes Verde, fresh lime & pineapple

        $20

      • El Pepino Picante

        Patròn silver, Cointreau, jalapeño, cucumber, fresh lime

        $18

      • Rosalia

        Calirosa rosa blanco, Cointreau, hibiscus, fresh lime

        $16

      Wines

      • Lunetta

        Prosecco, Veneto, Italy, 187ml

        Bottle $15

      • Campo

        Viejo Cava, Spain

        6 oz $13

        Bottle $52

      • Barone Fini

        Pinot Grigio, Valdadige, Italy

        6 oz $14

        9 oz $21

        Bottle $56

      • Dashwood

        Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand

        6 oz $14

        9 oz $21

        Bottle $56

      • Austin Hope

        Chardonnay, Paso Robles, California

        6 oz $16

        9 oz $24

        Bottle $64

      • Rose Gold

        Rosé, Côtes de Provence, France

        6 oz $16

        9 oz $24

        Bottle $64

      • Greenwing

        Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon

        6 oz $14

        9 oz $21

        Bottle $56

      • Beringer Knights Valley

        Cabernet Sauvignon, California

        6 oz $18

        9 oz $27

        Bottle $72

      • Non-Alcoholic

        J. Lohr Ariel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles, California

        6 oz $11

        9 oz $16

        Bottle $44

      Beers

      • Bud Light, Coors Light, Michelob Ultra

        $7

      • Dos Equis, Corona, Corona Light, Estrella, Jalisco Pacifico, Modelo Especial, Modelo Negra, Heineken 0.0

        $8

      Food Menu

      Aperitivos

      • Guacamole

        Crushed avocado, onion, cilantro, jalapeño

        $11

        dairy free, gluten free, vegan

      • Queso Blanco

        Monterey Jack cheese, white cheddar, pico de gallo

        $9

        gluten free

      • Queso Fundido

        Monterey Jack cheese, bell pepper, portobello, mushroom, onion, pico de gallo, queso fresco, flour tortillas

        $12

      • Las Flautas

        Green chile chicken, Mexican salad, salsa verde crema, queso fresco

        $13

      • Nachos

        Chicken tinga, frijoles, Monterey Jack cheese, avocado, sour cream, jalapeño

        $14

      • Quesadilla Tejas

        Fajita chicken or beef, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo

        $17

      Ensaladas Fresca

      Fajita beef or chicken 8, grilled shrimp 10

      • La Amelia

        Cabbage, cilantro, corn, carrots, crispy tortilla strips, queso fresco, avocado dressing

        $12

      • Arugula

        Baby arugula, cherry tomato, orange, mango, peanut, almond, raisin, jalapeño dressing

        $12

        gluten free, nuts

      Fajitas

      Arroz rojo, refried beans, guacamole, pico, sour cream, cheddar, tortillas. Add combo option 5

      • Chicken

        $17

      • Beef

        $21

      • Shrimp

        $23

      • Nopales

        $17

      Taqueria

      • Pollo De Chile Verde

        Elotes, pickled red onion, cotija cheese, cilantro, corn tortillas

        $16

        gluten free

      • Carne Asada*

        Guacamole, grilled onions, salsa macha, toasted peanuts, flour tortillas

        $18

        nuts

      • Nopales

        Grilled cactus, onion, peppers, Chihuahua cheese, pickled corn, pico de gallo, almond salsa, corn tortillas

        $16

        nuts

      • El Güero

        Shrimp, curtido slaw, Monterey Jack, avocado, chipotle crema, flour tortillas

        $18

      Enchiladas

      Made with corn tortillas, served with arroz rojo, refried beans, and Tex-Mex salad

      • Verdes

        Green chile chicken, salsa verde, crema, Monterey Jack cheese

        $17

        gluten free

      • Rancheras

        Carne molida, queso poblano, ranchera sauce

        $18

        gluten free

      • Camarones

        Shrimp, chipotle crema, salsa verde, guajillo, Monterey Jack cheese

        $23

        gluten free

      • Queso De Queso

        Sharp cheddar, queso poblano, guarajillo chili sauce

        $15

        gluten free

      El Chef

      Made with corn or flour tortilla, served with arroz rojo & refried beans

      • Pollo Monterey

        Grilled chicken breast, salsa verde, Monterey Jack cheese, calabacitas

        $17

      • La Diabla

        Gulf shrimp, guajillo, roasted peppers, onions, jalapeño

        $23

      • Carne Asada*

        Onion, jalapeño, pico de gallo, guacamole, ranchera sauce

        $22

      Legados

      Served with rice and refried beans

      • Lemmon Ave. ‘75

        Two beef or cheese enchiladas, Herrera’s cheese sauce, old-fashioned beef taco

        $18

      • Josey Ln. ‘92

        Chicken tinga enchiladas, Herrera’s cheese sauce

        $17

      • Belt Line Rd. ‘97

        Green chile chicken chimichanga, ranchero sauce or Herrera’s cheese sauce, pico de gallo

        $17

      Postres

      • Sopapillas

        Cinnamon & sugar-dusted, honey drizzle, Mexican vanilla ice cream

        $10

      • Churros

        Caramel sauce, cinnamon ice cream

        $10

      • Henry’s Ice Cream

        Mexican vanilla, dulce de leche, or cinnamon

        $10

      *Consuming raw or undercooked meats/poultry/seafood/shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. Please notify us of any food allergy.

      Use caution when consuming pulled chicken as it may contain bones. All parties of eight or more are subject to an automatic 20% service charge.

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    What are Cafe Herrera's hours?

    Please check the hours listed above for the most current schedule.

    What kind of food does Cafe Herrera serve?

    Cafe Herrera serves authentic and contemporary Mexican cuisine, including enchiladas, street tacos, and handcrafted margaritas.

    Does Cafe Herrera have a bar?

    Yes. Cafe Herrera offers a full bar with signature tequila cocktails and margaritas.

    Where is Cafe Herrera located?

    Cafe Herrera is located just steps away from Omni Dallas at 555 S Lamar St, Dallas, TX 75202.

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