Ensenada Restaurant

San Francisco's Mission District

The Soul of Nicaragua and Honduras in San Francisco

Our Flagship Dishes

Combinacion
Filet de Pescado
Chulea Fria
Caballo Ballo
Pallo Frito
Camarones Fritos

Our Craft

Hearth-Cooked Traditions

Our kitchen brings the smoke of Nicaraguan grills and the comfort of Honduran street staples under one roof. We press tortillas by hand and simmer heirloom beans slowly, honoring the regional recipes passed down through generations.

Each dish is a testament to the rich material heritage of Central American hospitality, interpreted with a modern San Francisco sensibility. We source ingredients mindfully, ensuring every plate tells a story of authenticity and care.

Featured

Flagship Flavors

Experience the dishes that define our culinary journey, from hand-folded street staples to char-grilled masterpieces.

Baleadas Premium

Carne Asada Nicaraguense

Caballo Ballo

Honduran popular handmade flour tortilla filled with creamy beans, Honduran cheese, avocado, crema, and farm egg. $18

Nicaraguan premium dish with grilled beef, chicken, pork, sausage, crackled pork, plantains, gallo pinto, pico de gallo, and fried cheese. $48.50

Char-grilled marinated steak with gallo pinto, sweet plantains, chimichurri, and seasonal vegetables. $21.95

Experience La Ensenada in the Mission, SF

Pull up a chair, order a signature cocktail, and let us share the flavors of our home with you. Reserve your table for an unforgettable evening.