Canteen Taco | Taco Restaurant in Madison, WI
Welcome to Canteen!
A taco spot and tequila bar in a bright little corner of downtown Madison
Menus
try our new Lunch Special! Two tacos, a soft drink, and a side of beans and rice for $12! Available 11am to 2pm Monday through Friday!
try our new late night additions to our classic happy hour menu - available 9pm - close 7 days a week!
Taco Combo Special
two tacos, beans and rice, and a soft drink
choose from our Tacos by the Twos menu, get beans and rice on the side and choose any beverage from our Refresh menu
Cinnamon Wheels
our crunchy, cinnamon-sugary homage to a certain drive-thru classic...only better. And wheelier.
Baja'd & Blasted Margarita
tropical lime flavored soda—we mean... margarita. grab it frozen or on the rocks
Crunch Wrap Scheme
totally original, suspiciously familiar. tostada, picadillo ground beef, refried beans, cheddar, pico de gallo, romaine, side of crema
Tacos by the Twos
2 tacos per order. All tacos are served on 4.5" white corn tortillas unless otherwise noted. Flour tortilla subbed upon request. Sub local Tortilleria Zepeda corn tortillas +1
Carnitas
Mango-habanero sauce, queso fresco, onion, cilantro
$9
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Pork Belly
guajillo chile sauce, cotija, onion, cilantro
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$9.5
Chicken Pastor
Salsa ranchero, salsa verde, pineapple, onion, cilantro
$9
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Picadillo Ground Beef
cheddar, lettuce, crema, pico de gallo
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$9
Barbacoa Beef Brisket
Arbol chile salsa, cabbage slaw, sesame seed, crema, onion, cilantro
$10.5
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Carne Fresco
Guajillo marinated flank steak, crema, pico de gallo, avocado
$10.5
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Shrimp Diablo
Chipotle marinated shrimp, avocado, pico de gallo, crema
$10
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Fish
Tecate beer-battered or grilled cod, morita crema, cabbage slaw, citrus salsa, cilantro
$10
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Papas Fritas
Fried yukon potato, queso fresco, pico de gallo, tajín aioli, morita crema, scallion
$8.5
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Fried Cauliflower
Tecate-battered cauliflower, guajillo chile sauce, crema, tomatillo-radish-red onion slaw, cilantro
$8.5
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Crispy Brussels Sprout
Avocado, onion, poblano crema, sesame seed, cilantro
$8.5
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Griddled Burritos
Skip the tortilla and make any burrito bowl-style, just ask
Classic
Mexican rice, refried black beans, avocado, chihuahua cheese, cilantro, salsa verde, creamy poblano sauce, choice of picadillo ground beef, chicken, carnitas, or fried cauliflower
Add brisket or flank steak $2
$13.5
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Baja
Cabbage slaw, citrus vinaigrette, avocado, pico de gallo, chile-lime aioli. Choice of chicken, carnitas, grilled fish, fried fish, or fried cauliflower
Add brisket or flank steak $2
$13.5
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Cali
Fried yukon potato, queso sauce, pico de gallo, guacamole, crema, choice of carnitas, chicken pastor, grilled or fried fish, chicken, or fried cauliflower, add brisket or flank steak +2
$15.5
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Smother Your Burrito
Your choice of guajillo chile sauce, queso sauce, or roasted green chile and tomatillo cream sauce
$1.5
Más
Canteen Fajitas
[available 5pm to 9pm daily] choice of chile-lime marinated chicken or steak, warm tortillas, grilled peppers and onions, pico de gallo, guacamole, crema
$22
Nachos
Queso sauce, chihuahua cheese, black beans, pickled onion and jalapeño, guacamole, scallion, cilantro
Add picadillo ground beef or chicken pastor $3
Add brisket or flank steak $5
$13.5
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Enchiladas
Chicken, roasted green chile and tomatillo cream sauce, cotija, crema, sesame seed, scallion, radish, side of Mexican rice
$13.5
Chopped Taco Salad
Romaine, pico de gallo, blackened corn salsa, black beans, radish, scallion, shredded cheddar, cilantro, corn tortilla chips, avocado green goddess dressing
Add picadillo ground beef, fried cauliflower, or chicken $3
Add brisket or flank steak $5
$12.5
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Snacks & Sides
Duritos
Puffed wheat wagon wheels, chile-lime tajín spice
$1
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Guacamole & Chips
$8
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Queso Dip & Chips
$8
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Tres Salsas & Chips
$5
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Empanadas
2 empanadas - choice of yukon potato with corn salsa and chihuahua cheese, or pork belly with salsa arbol and cotija cheese. served with a side of morita crema
$8
Mexican Street Corn
Local sweet corn, chile-lime butter, chile-lime aioli, cotija, tajín spice, scallions, serrano chile
$5.5
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Refried Black Beans
Queso fresco, scallion
$3.5
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Escabeche
House-pickled vegetables
$3.5
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Mexican Rice
$3.5
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Dessert
Flan with Caramel
$5
Churros
With chocolate sauce
$5
Baron's Vegan Gelato
rotating flavors
$4.5
v: Menu item is vegetarian. Our fryer is shared with meat and fish.
vg: Menu item is, or with modifications, can be prepared vegan. Ask your server. Our fryer is shared with meat and fish.
gs: Menu item is, or with modifications, can be prepared gluten sensitive. Ask your server. Our fryers are not dedicated to gluten free products.
Our kitchen is not an allergen-free environment. Notify your server of any allergies. Please be aware that during normal kitchen operations involving shared cooking and preparation areas (including common fryer oil), the possibility exists for food items to come in contact with other food products.
*Consuming undercooked eggs and meats will be served only upon customer request and increases the risk of food-borne illness.
Available Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 2pm.
Happy Hour
Every Day 2 - 5pm // Late Night 9pm - Close (Dine-in Only) Half off Tacos // $2 Tecate Cans // $5 Tecate Can & Bartender's Choice [Tequila or Mezcal] // Half off Pacifico, Dos Equis Lager, and Dos Equis Amber Pints // Half off Wine // Half off Signature Margaritas - Does not apply to margs upgraded from tequila on the Tequila Menu
Tacos by the Twos
2 tacos per order. All lunch tacos are served on 4.5" white corn tortillas unless otherwise noted. Flour tortilla subbed upon request. Sub local Tortilleria Zepeda corn tortillas +1 Add a scrambled egg to any taco +1
Bacon & Egg
Flour tortillas, soft scrambled egg*, bacon, fried potato, cheddar, salsa verde, scallion
$8
Ranchero
Flour tortillas, soft scrambled egg*, fried potato, refried black beans, chihuahua cheese, salsa ranchero, scallion
$8
Carne Asada & Egg
Flour tortillas, soft scrambled eggs*, carne asada, serrano chiles, cotija, chile-lime aioli
$10
Carnitas
Mango-habanero sauce, queso fresco, onion, cilantro
$9
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Pork Belly
guajillo chile sauce, cotija, onion, cilantro
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$9.5
Chicken Pastor
Salsa ranchero, salsa verde, pineapple, onion, cilantro
$9
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Picadillo Ground Beef
cheddar, lettuce, crema, pico de gallo
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$9
Barbacoa Beef Brisket
Arbol chile salsa, cabbage slaw, sesame seed, crema, onion, cilantro
$10.5
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Carne Fresco
Guajillo marinated flank steak, crema, pico de gallo, avocado
$10.5
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Shrimp Diablo
Chipotle marinated shrimp, avocado, pico de gallo, crema
$10
gs
Fish
Tecate beer-battered or grilled cod, morita crema, cabbage slaw, citrus salsa, cilantro
$10
gs
Papas Fritas
Fried yukon potato, queso fresco, pico de gallo, tajín aioli, morita crema, scallion
$8.5
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Fried Cauliflower
Tecate-battered cauliflower, guajillo chile sauce, crema, tomatillo-radish-red onion slaw, cilantro
$8.5
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Crispy Brussels Sprout
Avocado, onion, poblano crema, sesame seed, cilantro
$8.5
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Griddled Burritos
Skip the tortilla and make any burrito bowl-style, just ask
Steak & Eggs
Soft scrambled eggs*, carne asada, fried potato, chihuahua cheese, sautéed poblano, red bell peppers & onion, chile-lime aioli
$16
Baja
Cabbage slaw, citrus vinaigrette, avocado, pico de gallo, chile-lime aioli. Choice of carnitas, chicken, grilled or fried fish, or fried cauliflower. Add brisket or flank steak +2
$13.5
Classic
Mexican rice, refried black beans, avocado, chihuahua cheese, cilantro, salsa verde, creamy poblano sauce. choice of picadillo ground beef, chicken, carnitas, or fried cauliflower, add brisket or flank steak +2
$13.5
Cali
Fried yukon potato, queso sauce, pico de gallo, guacamole, crema, choice of carnitas, chicken pastor, grilled or fried fish, chicken, or fried cauliflower, add brisket or flank steak +2
$15.5
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Smother Your Burrito
Your choice of guajillo chile sauce, queso sauce, or roasted green chile and tomatillo cream sauce
$1.5
Mas
Chilaquiles
corn tortilla chips, your choice of sauce, two sunny side up eggs*, avocado, black beans, crema, cotija, radish, cilantro, onion, sesame seed, scallion add carnitas or chicken pastor +3 choose salsa guajillo, salsa suiza, or queso
$9
Churro French Toast
custard soaked brioche, cinnamon sugar, maple dulce de leche
$12
Classic Americano
two eggs* cooked to order, choose bacon or sausage, breakfast potatoes, flour tortillas, salsa verde
$12
Enchiladas
Chicken, roasted green chile and tomatillo cream sauce, cotija, crema, sesame seed, scallion, radish, side of Mexican rice
$13.5
Chopped Taco Salad
Romaine, pico de gallo, blackened corn salsa, black beans, radish, scallion, shredded cheddar, cilantro, corn tortilla chips, avocado green goddess dressing
Add picadillo ground beef, fried cauliflower, or chicken $3
Add brisket or flank steak $5
$12.5
Nachos
Queso sauce, chihuahua cheese, black bean, pickled onion and jalapeño, guacamole, scallion, and cilantro
Add picadillo ground beef or chicken pastor $3
Add brisket or flank steak $5
$13.5
Snacks & Sides
Duritos
Puffed wheat wagon wheels, chile-lime tajín spice
$1
Side of Bacon
3 strips
$3.5
Side of Sausage
Jones Dairy Farm 3 links
$3.5
Fried Breakfast Potatoes
Queso fresco, scallions
$3.5
Mexican Rice
$3.5
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Refried Black Beans
Queso fresco, scallion
$3.5
Guacamole & Chips
Avocado, cilantro, onion, lime, jalapeño, cotija
$8
Queso Dip & Chips
pico de gallo, cotija
$8
Tres Salsas & Chips
Salsa verde, salsa ranchero, arbol chile
$5
Mexican Street Corn
Local sweet corn, chile-lime butter, chile-lime aioli, cotija, tajín spice, scallions, serrano chile
$5.5
Escabeche
House-pickled vegetables
$3.5
Dessert
Flan
With caramel
$5
Churros
With chocolate sauce
$5
Baron's Vegan Gelato
rotating flavors
$4.5
v: Menu item is vegetarian. Our fryer is shared with meat and fish.
vg: Menu item is, or with modifications, can be prepared vegan. Ask your server. Our fryer is shared with meat and fish.
gs: Menu item is, or with modifications, can be prepared gluten sensitive. Ask your server. Our fryers are not dedicated to gluten free products.
Our kitchen is not an allergen-free environment. Notify your server of any allergies. Please be aware that during normal kitchen operations involving shared cooking and preparation areas (including common fryer oil), the possibility exists for food items to come in contact with other food products.
*Consuming undercooked eggs and meats will be served only upon customer request and increases the risk of food-borne illness.
Drinks
Happy Hour
Every Day 2 - 5p // Late Night 9p - close (Dine-in Only) Half Off Tacos // $3 Tecate or Pacifico Cans // $6 Tecate or Pacifico Can & Bartender's Choice [Tequila or Mezcal] // Half Off Draft and Frozen Margs // Half Off Wine
Draft Margaritas
Available in singles, 30 oz pitchers, and 60 oz pitchers
Canteen Margarita
Lunazul reposado tequila, fresh-squeezed lime, orange liqueur, salt, rocks
Single $10
Half pitcher $30
Full pitcher $60
Spicy Margarita
Chile-infused lunazul reposado tequila, fresh-squeezed lime, orange liqueur, chile salt, rocks
Single $11
Half pitcher $33
Full pitcher $66
El Jefe Margarita
espolon reposado tequila, fresh-squeezed lime, orange liqueur, agave nectar, salt, rocks
Single $12.5
Half pitcher $40
Full pitcher $80
Mezcal Margarita
Apaluz mezcal, fresh-squeezed lime, orange liqueur, salt, rocks
Single $10.5
Half pitcher $32
Full pitcher $64
Frozen Margarita
Gimme That Strawberry Margarita
Lunazul reposado tequila, lime, fresh strawberry, yellow chartreuse, hibiscus, orange liqueur, brain freeze
$12
Seasonal Frozen
[rotating flavor]
$13
Specialty Margaritas
Available in singles, 30 oz pitchers, and 60 oz pitchers
Tito-Rita
Tito's vodka, fresh-squeezed lime, patrón citronge, salt, rocks
Single $11
Half pitcher $33
Full pitcher $66
Mangonada Margarita
patrón reposado, patrón citrónge, fresh-squeezed lime, fresh mango puree, mango syrup, chamoy, Tajín rim Single
Single $14
Half Pitcher $42
Full Pitcher $85
Hibiscus Margarita
don julio reposado, patrón citrónge, fresh-squeezed lime, house hibiscus syrup, salt rim
Single $13
Half Pitcher $40
Full Pitcher $80
Mezcal Strawberry Black Pepper Margarita
400 conejos reposado mezcal, patrón citrónge, fresh-squeezed lime, strawberry puree, black pepper, salt and pepper rim
Single $14
Half Pitcher $42
Full Pitcher $85
Cocktails
Carajillo
patrón reposado tequila, patrón xo coffee liqueur, cold brew, simple syrup
$13
El Diablo
espolòn reposado, house-made grenadine, lime juice, ginger beer
$12
Batanga
tequila ocho plata, lime, mexican coke, salt, rocks
$13
Solara
400 conejos espadin mezcal, aperol, patrón citrónge, grapefruit juice
$13
Fresh Paloma
espolòn reposado, grapefruit, fresh-squeezed lime, agave
$12
Ranch Water
el bandido yankee silver, fresh-squeezed lime, topo chico
$13
Tequila Sunrise
don julio reposado, house-made grenadine, orange juice
$14
Canteen Mojito
rumhaven coconut rum, fresh mint, fresh-squeezed lime, simple syrup, press
$14
Bottle & Cans
Make any bottle or can a Michelada +1
Tecate
Ask for it Chelada style (salted rim, tajín spice, lime wedge)
$5.5
Pacifico
$5.5
Corona
$6
Modelo Especial
$6
Modelo Negra
$6
Blake's Hard Cider
el chavo habanero and mango
$6.5
Miller Lite
$5.5
New Glarus
Spotted cow
$6.5
ALT Brew
Ripped Jeans & Wolf Shirts Hazy IPA (GF)
$8
Karben4
Fantasy Factory IPA
$7
Wine
Underwood Cellars 250ml Can
Rose, pinot gris, or pinot noir
$12
Red Sangria
Served on the rocks
$10
Zero Proof
Margarita-ISH
ISH agave spirit, lime, orange, simple syrup [add strawberry or pineapple]
$9
ISH Craft Cocktails
choose from paloma-ISH, mojito-ISH, daiquiri-ISH
$11
Corona Non-Alcoholic
$6
Refresh
Topo Chico
Sparkling mineral water
$5
Jarritos
pineapple, grapefruit, orange, lime, or tamarind
$5
Mexican Coke
$5
Agua Fresca
Agua de jamaica (hibiscus), fresh-squeezed lime, and orange juice spike it with lunazul blanco tequila or tito's vodka +4
$5
Creamy Horchata
Spike it with white rum and honey liqueur +4
$5
Cold Brew Coffee
$4
Media Noche
house cold brew, creamy horchata spike it with lunazul reposado tequila, tito's vodka, or state line rum +4
$5
On the Fountain
coke, diet coke, sprite, lemonade
$4
Happy Hour
Every Day 2 - 5pm // Late Night 9pm - close
1/2 Off Tacos
3 Tecate or Pacifico Cans
6 Tecate or Pacifico Can and Bartender's Choice
[tequila or mezcal shot]
1/2 Off Wine
1/2 Off Draft and Frozen Margs
Kids
Crunchy Tacos
two crispy fried corn tortillas, cheddar cheese, choice of chicken or refried black beans
v, vg, gs
$5
Cheesy Quesadilla with Guacamole & Crema
add ground beef or chicken +1.5
v
$6
Kids Nachos
queso sauce, black beans, guacamole, chihuahua cheese, scallion add ground beef or chicken +1.5
gs
$6.5
Churro
one cinnamon sugar churro
$1.5
Corn or Flour tortillas
2 tortillas of your choice
$0.5
Carryout Specials and Cocktails
Place your online Curbside carryout or Delivery order online! We also take Curbside carryout orders and payment over the phone at 608.285.5703. Alcohol is available for carryout only. You will be required to show a valid ID upon pickup
D.I.Y. Taco 12 Pack
Includes choice of two proteins [pork carnitas, picadillo ground beef, chicken pastor, barbacoa beef brisket, or fried cauliflower] chips and salsa, sides of Mexican rice and refried black beans, and the following taco fixings: queso fresco, romaine lettuce, onion, cilantro, crema, and assorted salsas. Choose from 4.5" white corn tortillas, 4.5" flour tortillas, or half and half. Taco fillings and garnishes are labeled and packaged separately.
Feeds 4-5 $48
D.I.Y. Nacho Kit
Includes tortilla chips, queso, guacamole, black beans, chihuahua cheese, pickled red onions, pickled jalapenos, cilantro, radish, and scallions. Add pork carnitas, chicken pastor, or picadillo ground beef for an upcharge.
Feeds 4-5 $40
To Go Margaritas
No assembly required! Carryout only, not for delivery. Show a valid ID upon pick-up
Canteen Margarita
Lunazul reposado tequila, fresh-squeezed lime, patrón citronge.
$10 per Single
$52 per 32oz Jug (6 drinks)
$90 per 64oz Jug (12 drinks)
Spicy Margarita
Chile-infused lunazul reposado tequila, fresh-squeezed lime, patrón citronge
$10.5 per Single
$54 per 32oz Jug (6 drinks)
$94 per 64oz Jug (12 drinks)
El Jefe Margarita
Milagro reposado tequila, fresh-squeezed lime, patrón citronge, agave nectar
$12.5 per Single
$70 per 32oz Jug (6 drinks)
$130 per 64oz Jug (12 drinks)
Mezcal Margarita
Apaluz mezcal joven, fresh-squeezed lime, patrón citronge
$10.5 per Single
$54 per 32oz Jug (6 drinks)
$94 per 64oz Jug (12 drinks)
Tito-Rita To-Go
Tito's vodka, fresh-squeezed lime, patrón citronge
$10 per Single
$52 per 32oz Jug (6 drinks)
$90 per 64oz Jug (12 drinks)
Canteen Corner Store
Served chilled and ready to eat (or reheat)
Cilantro
$1 per Bunch
Bag of Ice
$2 per 5 lb bag
Whole Lime
$0.5
Whole Avocado
$2.5
4.5 inch Flour Tortillas
10-pack $3
4.5 inch Corn Tortillas
12-pack $3
Large Tray of Doritos
$15
Large Tray of Chips
$15
Valentina Hot Sauce
Bottle $4
Salsa Verde
Pint $6
Salsa Arbol
Pint $6
Salsa Ranchero
Pint $6
Mango-Habanero Salsa
Pint $6
Pico de Gallo
Pint $6
Refried Black Beans
Pint $6
Guacamole
Pint $16
Pork Carnitas
16 oz container $18
Picadillo Ground Beef
16 oz container $15
Chicken Pastor
16 oz container $18
DIY Taco Bar
DIY Taco Bars must be ordered 24 hours in advance and require a minimum of 20 people. Select from the taco fillings below, then we'll provide the fixin's, and you assemble your tacos however you like. Taco bar fixin's: cotija cheese, queso fresco, romaine lettuce, onion, cilantro, crema, and assorted salsas. Choose from 4.5" white corn tortillas or 4.5" flour tortillas, or half and half. Taco fillings and garnishes are labeled and packaged separately to be served buffet style. Pickup and delivery available (delivery charge may apply).
Choose from
2 tacos per person. 1 filling only
$9
Or
4 tacos per person. Choose up to 3 fillings
$16
Taco Filling Choices
Pork Carnitas
Chicken Pastor
Picadillo Ground Beef
Barbacoa Beef Brisket
Garlic Roasted Cauliflower
DIY Nacho Bar
DIY Nacho Bars must be ordered 24 hours in advance and require a minimum of 20 people. We'll provide the fixin's, and you assemble your nachos however you like. Nacho bar fixin's: queso sauce, chihuahua cheese, black beans, pickled onion and jalapeño, guacamole, scallion, cilantro. Pickup and delivery available (delivery charge may apply). Price per person.
Choose a Protein
No Protein $8
Chicken Pastor $10
Pork Carnitas $10
Picadillo Ground Beef $10
Barbacoa Beef Brisket $11
Flank Steak $11
Garlic Roasted Cauliflower $10
DIY Breakfast Taco Bar
DIY Taco Bars must be ordered 24 hours in advance and require a minimum of 20 people. Select from the taco fillings below, then we'll provide the fixin's, and you assemble your tacos however you like. Taco bar fixin's: refried black beans, scrambled eggs, scallions, cheddar, lettuce, onion, cilantro and assorted salsas. Choose from 4.5" white corn tortillas or 4.5" flour tortillas, or half and half. Taco fillings and garnishes are labeled and packaged separately to be served buffet style. Pickup and delivery available (delivery charge may apply).
Choose from
2 tacos per person. 1 filling only
$9
Or
4 tacos per person. Choose up to 3 fillings
$16
Breakfast Taco Filling Options
Papas Fritas
Fajita Veggies
Bacon
Pork Carnitas
Pork Belly
Chicken Pastor
Barbacoa Beef Brisket
Carne Asada
DIY Chilaquiles Bar
DIY Chilaquiles Bars must be ordered 24 hours in advance and require a minimum of 20 people. We'll provide the fixin's, and you assemble your chilaquiles however you like. Chilaquiles bar fixin's: choice of sauce [roasted green chile and tomatillo cream sauce, guajillo chile sauce, queso sauce], crema, cotija, guacamole, radish, scallion, cilantro, sesame seed, scrambled eggs. Pickup and delivery available (delivery charge may apply). Price per person.
Choose a Sauce
Roasted Green Chile & Tomatillo Cream Sauce
Guajillo Chile Sauce
Queso Sauce
Choose a Protein
No Protein $11
Pork Carnitas $14
Chicken Pastor $14
Enchiladas by the Pan
Served with rice + beans | garnished with crema, cotija, radish, scallions, cilantro, sesame seed. Pickup and delivery available (delivery charge may apply).
Half Pan
[serves 4-6]
$70
Full Pan
[serves 8-12]
$140
Choose a Filling
Pork Carnitas
Chicken Pastor
Picadillo Ground Beef
Refried Black Beans
Papas Fritas
Choose a Sauce
Roasted Green Chile & Tomatillo Cream Sauce
Guajillo Chile Sauce
Queso Sauce
Add Ons
Bacon
$4 per person
Breakfast Potatoes
$2 per person
Churro French Toast
cinnamon-sugar french toast, maple syrup
$4 per piece
Vaso de Fruta
Mexican fruit salad - watermelon, pineapple, mango, tajín spice, cotija, lime
$6 per person
Joe-to-Go
includes cups, creamer, sugar, stir sticks. serves 8
$24
Sides
per person
Mexican Rice
$3.5
Refried Black Beans
queso fresco, scallion
$3.5
Street Corn
chile-lime butter, chile-lime aioli, cotija, tajín spice, grilled scallion, serrano chile
$6
Escabeche
spicy pickled carrot, cauliflower, radish, onion, jalapeño
$4
Chopped Taco Salad
romaine, pico de gallo, blackened corn salsa, black beans, radish, scallions, shredded cheddar, cilantro, corn tortilla chips, and avocado green goddess dressing on the side
$6
Food For a Crowd
Orders must be placed 2 hours in advance. For orders over $200 or DIY Bars, we ask for 24 hours notice. Delivery cost: 10% Delivery and setup: 15% Delivery, setup, and 1 person staying for every 50 guests: 20%
Guac, Queso, Chips, Dips
Per person
Guac & Tortilla Chips
$6
Queso & Tortilla Chips
$6
Salsa & Tortilla Chips
choice of red, green, or mango-habanero salsa
Verde (Tomatillo)
Red (Ranchera)
Mango Habanero
$3.5
All the Dips & Tortilla Chips
guac, queso, and choice of salsa [red, green, or mango-habanero]
Verde (Tomatillo)
Red (Ranchera)
Mango Habanero
$11
Duritos
puffed-wheat wagon wheels, chile, lime, tajín spice
$1.5
Taco Boxes
2 tacos per order, served on 4.5" white corn tortillas, wrapped in foil. Minimum of 10 boxes. Choose from:
Pork Carnitas
mango-habanero sauce, queso fresco, onion, cilantro
gs
$9
Pork Belly
guajillo chile sauce, cotija, onion, cilantro
gs
$9.5
Chicken Pastor
salsa ranchera, salsa verde, pineapple, onion, cilantro
gs
$9
Picadillo Ground Beef
cheddar, lettuce, crema, pico de gallo
gs
$9
Barbacoa Beef Brisket
arbol chile salsa, green cabbage, toasted seeds, crema, onion, cilantro
gs
$10.5
Carne Fresco
guajillo-marinated flank steak, avocado, crema, pico de gallo
gs
$10.5
Crispy Brussels Sprout
avocado, creamy poblano pepper sauce, sesame seeds, onion, cilantro
v, vg, gs
$8.5
Fried or Grilled Fish
tecate beer-battered or grilled cod, morita crema, green cabbage, citrus salsa, cilantro
gs
$10
Fried Cauliflower
tecate beer–battered cauliflower, guajillo chile sauce, crema, tomatillo-radish-red-onion slaw, cilantro
v, vg
$8.5
Papas Fritas
fried yukon potato, queso fresco, pico de gallo, tajín aioli, morita crema, scallion
v, gs
$8.5
Burrito Box
All burritos are served with salsa verde on the side. Minimum order of 6 burritos. choose from:
Classic
Mexican rice, refried black beans, avocado, chihuahua cheese, cilantro, creamy poblano sauce. Choice of picadillo ground beef, chicken, carnitas, or roasted cauliflower
Substitute beef brisket or flank steak for $2
$13.5
Baja
cabbage slaw, citrus vinaigrette, avocado, pico de gallo, chile-lime aioli. choice of chicken, carnitas, grilled fish, fried fish, or roasted cauliflower
Substitute beef brisket or flank steak for $2
$13.5
Smothering Sauces
guajillo chile sauce, queso sauce, or roasted green chile and tomatillo cream sauce
$1.5
Desserts
per person
Churros
fried twists of pastry dough, tossed in cinnamon and sugar with chocolate dipping sauce
$4.5
Flan with Strawberry Compote
please note that this item requires at least 48 hours advance notice for preparation
$4
Margaritas
per person. cups, ice, salt, and limes provided.
Canteen Margarita
$10
Mexican Soda
12 oz bottle - 5 each
Mexican Coke
Jarritos Mandarin Orange
Jarritos Lime
Jarritos Pineapple
Jarritos Tamarind
Topo Chico
Sparkling Mineral Water
House Made Drinks
Creamy Horchata
8oz $5
32oz $12
64oz $24
Hibiscus Agua Fresca
8oz $5
32oz $12
64oz $24
Disposables
Eco-Friendly Serving Sets
palm plates, wooden utensils, napkins
$1.5 per person
Disposable Chafing Kit
keeps food warm for up to 2 hours. kit comes with a pan holder, 2 pans, 2 sternos, serving utensils
$15 per kit
Flameless Disposable Chafing Kit
keeps food warm for up to 45 minutes. kit comes with a pan holder, 2 pans, 2 flameless sternos, serving utensils
$25 per kit
Full Service Staffing
Full table service staff is available for $150 per hour. A minimum of one hour for setup and one hour for clean up required.
Sunday, January 25 – Friday, January 30
$20 includes three courses. Choose one item from each course. Beverages, tax, and tip not included.
First Course
choose one
Mexican Street Corn
Sweet corn, chile-lime butter, chile-lime aioli, cotija, tajín spice, scallions, serrano chile
v, gs
Three Taco Platter
Choose three different tacos from our tacos by the twos menu
Shrimp Aguachile
Cucumber, red onion, avocado, corn tortilla chips
Second Course
choose one
Two Enchiladas
Chicken, roasted green chile and tomatillo cream sauce, cotija, crema, sesame seed, scallion, radish, side of Mexican rice
Mussels con Pan
Mussels, chipotle, pico de gallo, cilantro, toasted bread
Taquitos Dorados
Yukon potato, corn salsa, chihuahua cheese, guacamole, cabbage slaw, morita crema, guajillo chile sauce, crema
v, gs
Third Course
choose one
Flan
House-made caramel
Churros
with chocolate sauce
Baron's Vegan Gelato
Ask your server for our current flavor
Sunday, January 25 – Friday, January 30
$30 includes three courses. Choose one item from each course. Beverages, tax, and tip not included.
First Course
choose one
Mexican Street Corn
Sweet corn, chile-lime butter, chile-lime aioli, cotija, tajín spice, scallions, serrano chile
v, gs
Three Taco Platter
Choose three different tacos from our tacos by the twos menu
Shrimp Aguachile
Cucumber, red onion, avocado, corn tortilla chips
Second Course
choose one
Enchiladas
Chicken, roasted green chile and tomatillo cream sauce, cotija, crema, sesame seed, scallion, radish, side of Mexican rice
Mussels con Pan
Mussels, chipotle, pico de gallo, cilantro, toasted bread
Taquitos Dorados
Yukon potato, corn salsa, chihuahua cheese, guacamole, cabbage slaw, morita crema, guajillo chile sauce, crema
v, gs
Steak Fajitas
Served over peppers and onions with flour tortillas, lettuce, cheddar cheese, pico de gallo, sour cream add guacamole + 1
Third Course
choose one
Flan
House-made caramel
Churros
with chocolate sauce
Baron's Vegan Gelato
Ask your server for our current flavor
Hours and Location
View Canteen Taco at 111 S Hamilton St,
Madison, WI 53703 on Google Maps
Call Canteen Taco by phone at
(608) 285-5703
canteen@foodfightinc.com
Monday - Thursday 11 AM - 10 PM
Friday 11 AM - 11 PM
Saturday 10 AM - 11 PM
Sunday 10 AM - 10 PM
Brunch
Saturdays & Sundays 10 AM - 2 PM
Happy Hour Everyday
2 PM - 5 PM and 9 PM - Close
Parking
Metered street parking is the main option around the Square. Try the smaller side streets—they usually have longer parking options, up to 2 hours.
If you plan to park for longer, there are a number of garages available.
122 W Doty St - on the corner of S Hamilton and W Doty
[RATES - subject to change]
Weekday Hourly Rate: $2.00 per 20 minutes, for the first 2 hours, $1 per 20 minutes thereafter, $27.00 daily max.
Weekday Evenings (after 4pm) : $10.00 flat fee
Weekend: $10 flat fee, per day
Capital Square- South - on the corner of S Fairchild and W Main
Wilson Street Garage and the Overture Center Garage are also within a few blocks.
Both garages allow you to stay for as long as you want and pay at the end.
Accessibility
Our entryway has one small step, and we have a portable ramp that is available upon request. Our bathrooms are ADA compliant. We have a variety of seating options, including standard height tables that folks can roll up to. Our outdoor patio is open seasonally, as weather permits.
Location
Find us at 111 South Hamilton Street, just off the downtown square in Madison, Wisconsin. The one-way streets around the square can be a bit confusing, so double-check your map directions if you’re driving.
Plan Your Event
Canteen’s the Spot for Your Next Private Party!
We’re great for group events because we’re open to doing just about any kind of awesome you have in mind. We can do taco & nacho bars, tray-passed apps, and tacos, or plated entrees. Book us for casual events, business dinners, birthday and holiday parties, and rehearsal/welcome dinners. Let’s party!
PARTY SIZES WE CAN HOST:
- 36 seated
- 55 standing reception
PERKS:
Tacos and margaritas, obviously! Customize a menu to fit all your taco desires (and budget requirements)
- Private bar with expert margarita makers
- A kitchen and serving staff dedicated to serving only your party
- Play your own tunes
- Wireless internet
- Close to the Capitol, Monona Terrace, and lots of hotels
- Private underground parking available 1 block away (additional charge)
BREAKFAST EVENTS:
- Available Monday to Sunday, 8 am – 11 am
- Food and beverage minimum of $800
LUNCH EVENTS:
- Available Monday to Thursday, 11 am – 3 pm
- Food and beverage minimum of $1,500
- Available Friday to Sunday, 11 am – 3 pm
- Food and beverage minimum of $2,500
NIGHTTIME EVENTS:
- Available Sunday-Wednesday 5 pm – 10 pm
- Food and beverage minimum of $4,000
- Available Thursday 5 pm – 10 pm
- Food and beverage minimum of $4,500
- Available Friday-Saturday 5 pm – 11 pm
- Food and beverage minimum of $6,000
PLEASE NOTE:
- If the food and beverage bill at your event does not reach the minimum, the remaining balance will be charged as a room fee rental.
- If you would like an event time over more than one meal period, the food and beverage minimum is a combined total of both meal periods.
- Food and beverage minimums are subject to price increases on holiday weekends, UW Commencement weekend, and other large downtown-focused event dates.
Catering
HERE OR THERE >> HAVE CANTEEN ANYWHERE
Looking to take the party offsite to your home or business? We do that, too.
Order Catering Inquire NowDON'T MISS VALENTINE'S AT CANTEEN
Heart-shaped Enchiladas for 2
Pre-order yours today!
Pick-up your order Friday, Feb 13 - Sunday, Feb 15.
VALENTINE'S ENCHILADAS FOR TWO [$25]
Includes Canteen's Classic Enchiladas [chicken, roasted green chile and tomatillo cream sauce, cotija] served in a red heart-shaped baking dish with sides of crema, sesame seed, scallion, radish, and Mexican rice.
UPGRADES
CHURRO BOUQUET [half dozen $9 / dozen $16]
Flowers will never recover from this. Six of our house-fried churros packed up into a gorgeous bouquet with a side of chocolate sauce.
HEART-SHAPED FLAN FOR 2 [$15]
Topped with chocolate-covered strawberries
HEART-SHAPED TRES LECHES FOR 2 [$15]
Topped with chocolate-covered strawberries
32OZ CANTEEN MARGARITA FOR TWO [$42]
Regularor spciy
Lunazul reposado tequila, fresh-squeezed lime, agavero
must be 21, valid ID must be
presented at pick up
OR... reserve a spot at Canteen for
FAJITAS!
Try our Sizzlin’ Fajita Dinner for 2 [$52]
Comes with an appetizer, fajita dinner, and dessert
Available Saturday, February 14th through Sunday, February 15th
Appetizer: choose chips and queso, chips and guac, or chips and street corn
Dinner: chicken fajitas or steak fajitas, corn or flour tortillas
Dessert: churros for two with chocolate sauce, or flan for two with caramel & chocolate covered strawberries
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