a'Verde Cocina + Tequila Library Menu

  1. Home
  2. Menu

Welcome to a'Verde Cocina + Tequila Library, a vibrant haven for New Mexican cuisine located at 2300 Walnut St, Cary, NC. This trendy spot is perfect for casual dining, offering a welcoming atmosphere adorned with authentic Mexican decor. The menu features a delightful array of dishes that emphasize fresh ingredients and bold flavors, from the mouthwatering Chilakillers to the indulgent Arroz con Leche French Toast.

  • Highlights include unique tacos like Baja Fish and Octopus & Chorizo, alongside scrumptious sides such as Chipotle Brussels Sprouts.
  • The restaurant prides itself on accommodating families, with a friendly vibe that’s perfect for kids.
  • Plus, a full bar featuring an impressive tequila selection enhances any visit.

Whether you’re in for a family dinner, a casual brunch, or a spirited night out with friends, a'Verde delivers a dining experience that will leave you wanting more.

Brunch Appetizers Sides Cocina Favorites Salads Handhelds Tacos Kids Kids Menu

Brunch

Arroz con Leche French Toast

Ripe bananas, cinnamon, Mexican rice pudding, raisins, brioche
$14.69

Avocado Toast

Poached eggs on top bed of guacamole, tomatoes, arugula, frisée, sliced avocado, EVOO on fresh baked sourdough bread
$14.69

Chilakillers

Baked crispy tortilla chips, salsa verde, onions, fried egg, sour cream, Chihuahua and cotija cheeses
$13.59

Elote Pancakes

Mexican corn pancakes, tropical dragon fruit and passion fruit syrup, maple syrup
$14.69

Grounds for Divorce Huevos

Blue corn tortillas, refried black beans, green and red salsa, sour cream, cotija cheese, sunny-side up eggs
$14.69

Huevos ala Mexicana con Carne Asada

Marinated flank steak, scrambled eggs, sautéed onions and peppers, poblano corn rajas, roasted tomato salsa, flour tortillas
$27.90

Smothered Breakfast Burrito

Scrambled eggs, chorizo, Chihuahua cheese, macha, refried pinto beans, pico de gallo, green tomatillo sauce, poblano queso fundido
$16.89

Veggie Breakfast Tacos

Scrambled eggs, Oaxaca cheese, sautéed onions and peppers, Roma tomatoes, greens, side of crispy potatoes
$15.79

Chicken Taquitos

Roasted Chicken, lettuce, cotija cheese, sour cream, tomatillo sauce
$11.29

Chicken Tortilla Soup

Braised chicken, crispy tortillas, sour cream
$9.90

Fresh Guacamole

Ripe, California avocados, pepitas, cotija cheeses, made by Mayan goddesses or Kyle - whoever is available - served with warm homemade chips. Adventurous?! Try it topped with seasoned crickets!
$13.59

Freshly Baked Cornbread

Honey truffle butter
$10.19

Mango Shrimp Aguachile

Mango, cucumbers, cilantro, dill, avocado
$15.79

Poblano Queso Fundido

Chihuahua and Oaxaca cheeses, poblano peppers
$13.59

Shrimp Aguachile

cilantro, mint, cucumbers, baby heirloom tomatoes, avocado, dill, garlic, lime
$15.79

Tuna Poke Tostada

Chiles, fresh lime juice, sesame salsa, blue corn tortilla
$16.89

Appetizers

Sides

Refried Black Beans

EVOO, garlic, Cotija cheese
$9.90

Refried Pinto Beans

Pork love, gooey cheese
$9.90

Chipotle Brussels Sprouts

Brown sugar, chipotle butter
$9.90

Mexican Street Corn

cotija cheese, limejuice, chili sauce, Mexican mayo
$9.90

Butter-fried Plantains

spicy wild honey, sour cream
$7.89

Crispy Potatoes

Local NC Yukon Gold and sweet potatoes, pumpkin seed salsa
$9.90

Rice and Beans Combo

Traditional Mexican rice, refried pinto beans
$9.90

Traditional Mexican Rice

Tomato broth, fresh corn, carrots
$5.69

Adobo Chicken Fried Rice

Fried egg, sweet adobo sauce
$18.90

Adobo Pork Fried Rice

Crispy pork belly, fried egg, sweet adobo glazed
$19.19

Al Pastor Chicken Quesadilla

Roasted chicken, Chihuahua cheese, bacon with pineapple al pastor adobo, flour tortilla
$20.29

Adobo Shrimp Fried Rice

Fried egg, sweet adobo sauce
$19.19

Avocado Lime Salmon

Sweet potatoes, plantains, toasted pumpkin seeds, fennel salad
$31.59

Birria Taco Plate

Tender, slow-cooked beef, Chihuahua cheese, onions, served with barbacoa consomé for dipping
$20.29

Camarones a la Crema

Chipotle crema, sautéed peppers and onions, Mexican rice, pork refried beans
$21.39

Chicken Case-uh-deal-aa

Chipotle-marinade Chicken, Chihuahua cheese, roasted morita salsa, flour tortilla
$15.79

Carne Asada

Marinated flank steak, chilaquiles, Mexican rice, refried pinto beans, blue corn tortilla. Flour tortillas available.
$29.29

Chicken Enchiladas

Gooey & Cotija cheese
$20.29

Chicken Fajitas

Flambéed tableside! Tequila marinated, mix of red and green bell peppers, sweet onions, poblano peppers. Served with blue corn tortillas.
$27.90

Flank Steak Fajitas

Umami marinated, mix of red bell peppers, sweet onions & poblano peppers, with Flank Steak
$31.59

Passionfruit Chicken

Crispy, marinated chicken, avocado, cucumbers. Drizzled with passionfruit purée and served in a molcajete
$20.29

Pescado a la Veracruzana

The signature dish from Veracruz, Mexico, the hometown of our Chef. Seasoned grouper, baby heirloom and Roma tomatoes, olives. Prepared and served in a banana leaf.
$32.69

Shrimp Fajitas

Flambéed tableside! Tequila marinated, mix of red and green bell peppers, sweet onions, poblano peppers. Served with blue corn tortillas.
$29.29

Shrimp Quesa-diva

Chihuahua cheese, roasted morita salsa, flour tortilla
$20.29

Tequila Lime Chicken

Roasted marinated chicken, Mexican rice, black beans
$20.29

Vegetable Enchiladas

Sweet plantains, roasted potatoes, sour cream
$18.90

Cocina Favorites

Salads

Tijuana Caesar

Panko croutons, anchovy dressing, Parmigiano-Reggiano
$13.59

Chopped Salad

Romaine, arugula, avocado, egg, Chihuahua and cotija cheeses, tomato, cucumber, corn, pickled red onion, tequila lime vinaigrette, crispy tortilla strips
$13.59

Shrimp & Avocado Salad

Citrus poached shrimp, avocado, baby heirloom tomatoes, red onions, cucumbers, sherry broth
$20.29

Milanesa Torta Sandwich

Fried Chicken, guac,lettuce, tomatoes, chipotle aioli, sour cream
$16.89

Carne Asada Burrito

Marinated flank steak, pickled white onions, avocado
$18.90

Chicken Fajita Burrito

Umami marinated, mix of red and green bell peppers, sweet onions, and poblano peppers
$15.79

Shrimp Burrito

Al pastor-marinated shrimp, refried pinto beans, pico de gallo, Chihuahua cheese, guacamole, pickled red onions
$16.89

Handhelds

Tacos

Baja Fish Taco

Fried grouper, crunch slaw,chipotle aioli
$9.90

Chicken Tinga Taco

Cotija cheese, guajillo sauce
$6.79

Carnitas Taco

Pork belly, sesame crunch slaw, arbol honey
$6.79

Carne Asada Taco

Marinated flank steak, pickled white onions, avocado
$7.89

Shrimp Taco

Chihuahua cheese, tomato chipotle
$7.89

Octopus & Chorizo Taco

Chorizo, avocado, arbol salsa
$10.19

Crispy Potato Taco

Local sweet and Yukon Gold potatoes,pumpkin seed salsa
$5.69

Chicken Tinga Taco Plate

Cotija cheese, guajillo sauce
$15.79

Carnitas Taco Plate

Pork belly, sesame crunch slaw, arbol honey
$16.89

Shrimp Taco Plate

Chihuahua cheese, tomato chipotle
$18.90

Octopus & Chorizo Taco Plate

Chorizo, avocado, arbol salsa
$22.59

Carne Asada Taco Plate

Marinated flank steak, pickled white onions, avocado
$20.29

Baja Fish Taco Plate

Fried grouper, crunch slaw, chipotle aioli
$20.29

Crispy Potato Taco Plate

Local sweet and Yukon Gold potatoes, pumpkin seed salsa
$14.69

Kid Chicken Taco

Chicken Taco
$6.79

Kids