Arenas Restaurant Bar Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Arenas Restaurant Bar, a culinary oasis nestled in Summit, Illinois. This vibrant dining spot serves up an enticing array of flavors, accentuating the best of Mexican cuisine.
Start your experience with Botanas like the mouth-watering Queso Fundido Con Chorizo or the fresh Camarones Aguachile, where zesty shrimp meets spicy aguachile sauce. Breakfast options such as Chilaquiles and Huevos Skinny promise a delightful morning feast.
The highlighted Burritos include the flavorful Asada Burrito and the hearty Birria Burrito, wrapped to perfection. Guests rave about the generous portion sizes and exquisite flavors that make every visit memorable.
Come for the food, stay for the unique atmosphere, and enjoy a refreshing drink menu that complements the vibrant culinary experience.
Botanas/Appetizers
Camarones Aguachile
Raw shrimp marinated in lime juice, red and white onions, cucumber, oregano, and spicy aguachile sauce.
Camarones Aguachile Mango-Habanero
Raw shrimp marinated in lime juice with mango, habanero peppers, red onion, cucumber, and spicy aguachile sauce.
Camarones Bufalo
Shrimp typically marinated in buffalo sauce, offering a spicy and tangy flavor.
Chicharron De Pescado
Lightly battered and deep-fried fish chunks, typically served with guacamole and green salsa.
Empanadas De Camaron (4)
Corn dough turnovers filled with shrimp and cheese, typically accompanied by pico de gallo and chipotle sauce.
Empanadas De Camaron (8)
Fried corn pastries filled with shrimp, cheese, tomatoes, and cilantro.
Guacamole A La Mex
Mashed avocado mixed with onions, tomatoes, cilantro, and jalapeños.
Guacamole La Kava
Mashed avocado typically includes onion, tomato, and jalapeño.
Guacamole Regular
Mashed avocado typically includes onion, tomato, and lime juice.
Mini Flautas
Crispy deep-fried mini taquitos with shredded chicken, lettuce, sour cream, and guacamole.
Nacho Supreme
Crisp tortilla chips topped with ground beef, chicken, beans, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, guacamole, and jalapeños.
Ostiones En Su Concha (12)
Fresh raw oysters served in their shell.
Ostiones En Su Concha (6)
Fresh raw oysters in their shell, typically served with lime and salt.
Ostiones Preparados (12)
Twelve raw oysters typically topped with pico de gallo and a shrimp on each oyster.
Ostiones Preparados (6)
Six raw oysters typically topped with pico de gallo, avocado, and a shrimp on each oyster.
Queso Fundido Con Chorizo
Melted cheese typically combined with Mexican chorizo, onions, jalapeños, and tomatoes.
Wings
Typically marinated and fried, served with celery, carrots, and ranch dressing.
Caldo De Res
Beef soup with carrots, potatoes, corn, cabbage, and zucchini.
Carne En Su Jugo
Savory beef served with customizable doneness options: Medium Rare, Medium Well, Medium, Rare, or Well Done.
Chilaquiles
Crispy tortilla chips cooked in salsa, topped with eggs, cheese, sour cream, onions, and cilantro.
Desayuno Maya
Scrambled eggs with onions, peppers, and tomatoes, typically accompanied by refried beans and fried sweet plantains.
Handmade Tortillas
Freshly made order of three pressed yellow corn tortillas.
Huevos Albanil
Scrambled eggs in molcajete sauce with epazote and onions.
Huevos Cazuela
Scrambled eggs sautéed in chile de árbol sauce with pork rinds.
Huevos Cincho
Scrambled eggs mixed with beans, chorizo, and a special house sauce.
Huevos Con Chorizo
Scrambled eggs with Mexican sausage, typically includes rice, beans, and tortillas.
Huevos Con Jamon
Scrambled eggs with ham, typically accompanied by rice, beans, and tortillas.
Huevos Mexico
Scrambled eggs with tomatoes, onions, and jalapeño peppers.
Huevos Skinny
Scrambled eggs with sautéed vegetables, typically including onions, tomatoes, and peppers.
Huevos Tu Salsa
Eggs with house-made salsa, typically including tomatoes, onions, and spices.
Menudo
Traditional Mexican soup made with cow's stomach (tripe) in a red chili pepper broth, typically includes hominy, lime, onions, cilantro, and oregano.
Pancakes
Fluffy pancakes typically served with syrup and butter.
Breakfast
Burritos
Asada Burrito (Norteno)
Grilled steak, rice, beans, onions, and cilantro wrapped in a flour tortilla.
Asada Burrito (Reg)
Grilled steak, rice, beans, onions, cilantro, and cheese wrapped in a flour tortilla.
Birria Burrito (Norteno)
Flour tortilla filled with birria beef, rice, beans, cheese, cilantro, and onions.
Birria Burrito (Reg)
Braised beef birria, Mexican rice, pinto beans, cheese, cilantro, and onions wrapped in a flour tortilla.
Burrito Dinner
Flour tortilla stuffed with ground beef, rice, beans, lettuce, tomato, onion, and cheese.
Pollo Burrito (Norteno)
Grilled chicken, rice, beans, lettuce, tomato, and cheese wrapped in a flour tortilla, topped with red and green sauce.
Pollo Burrito (Reg)
Grilled chicken, rice, beans, pico de gallo, cheese, and sour cream wrapped in a flour tortilla.
Pulpo Con Camaron Burrito (Norteno)
Flour tortilla filled with octopus and shrimp, typically includes beans, grilled onions, and cheese. Topped with red and green salsa, and fresh cilantro.
Pulpo Con Camaron Burrito (Reg)
Grilled octopus and shrimp typically with rice, beans, bell peppers, onions, and pico de gallo, wrapped in a flour tortilla.
Caldo 7 Mares
Seafood soup with shrimp, octopus, fish, crab legs, clams, mussels, and scallops.
Caldo De Camaron
Shrimp soup with carrots, potatoes, zucchini, and onions in a savory broth.
Caldo De Pescado
Fish soup with carrots, potatoes, onions, tomatoes, and bell peppers in a savory broth.
Caldo Mix
Tilapia, shrimp, carrots, zucchini, and potatoes in a savory broth.
Caldos
Camarones y Langostinos
Camarones Al Gusto
Grilled, breaded, in chipotle sauce, or hot diabla sauce.
Platillo De Camarones Cucaracha
Whole shrimp cooked in a special spicy sauce, typically with sautéed onions and cucumbers.
Platillo De Langostinos
Prawns nayarit style, served with rice, fries, butter-garlic bread, and salad.
Bistec A La Mexicana
Classic Mexican-style beef steak. Choose doneness: Med Rare, Med Well, Medium, Rare, Well Done.
Carne Asada A La Tampiquena
Tender beef steak, cooked to your preferred doneness. Choose from Med Rare, Med Well, Medium, Rare, or Well Done.
Carne Asada Al Carbon
Charcoal-grilled beef, choice of temperature: Med Rare, Med Well, Medium, Rare, Well Done.
Cecina Plate
Thinly sliced, salted beef with choice of doneness: Med Rare, Med Well, Medium, Rare, Well Done.
Lomo En Chile De Arbol
Ribeye steak simmered in chile de arbol sauce.
Carnes
Ceviche
Ceviche De Camaron (Lg)
Shrimp marinated in lime juice, typically mixed with onions, tomatoes, cilantro, cucumber, and avocado.
Ceviche De Camaron (Sm)
Shrimp marinated in lime juice, typically mixed with diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, cucumber, and avocado.
Ceviche De Pescado (Lg)
Fish marinated in lime juice, mixed with onions, tomatoes, cilantro, cucumber, and serrano chili.
Ceviche De Pescado (Sm)
Fish marinated in lime juice, typically mixed with onions, tomatoes, cilantro, and a hint of spicy peppers.
Ceviche De Pulpo (Lg)
Octopus marinated in citrus juices, mixed with onions, cilantro, tomatoes, cucumber, jalapeños, and avocado.
Ceviche De Pulpo (Sm)
Octopus marinated in lime juice, mixed with tomatoes, onions, cilantro, cucumber, avocado, and jalapeños.
Ceviche Mixto (Lg)
Shrimp, fish, and octopus marinated in lime juice, mixed with red onions, cilantro, and tomatoes.
Ceviche Mixto (Sm)
Shrimp, fish, and octopus marinated in lime juice, typically mixed with red onions, cilantro, and tomatoes.
Chips
Homemade chips typically served with lime-marinated seafood ceviche, including fresh vegetables like tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and avocado.
Chrla Ceviche Mixto
Shrimp, fish, and octopus marinated in lime juice, typically mixed with red onions, cilantro, and tomatoes.
Tostada Ceviche Camaron
Shrimp marinated in lime juice, mixed with diced onions, tomatoes, cilantro, cucumber, and avocado, served on a crispy tostada.
Tostada Ceviche Mixta
Mixed ceviche tostada featuring tilapia, shrimp, and octopus marinated in lime juice, combined with pico de gallo, and topped with avocado slices.
Tostada Ceviche Pescado
Fish marinated in lime juice, mixed with tomatoes, onions, cilantro, cucumber, and avocado, served on a crispy tostada.
Tostada Pulpo
Octopus on a crunchy tortilla, typically with jalapeños, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and avocado.
Coctel De Camaron (Lg)
Cooked shrimp, cucumber, avocado, pico de gallo, and cocktail tomato sauce.
Coctel De Camaron (Sm)
Cooked shrimp, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, cilantro, serrano pepper, and avocado.
Coctel De Pulpo (Lg)
Cooked octopus, cucumber, white onion, tomato, cilantro, avocado, and chiltepin in a house cocktail sauce.
Coctel De Pulpo (Sm)
Cooked octopus, cucumber, white onion, tomato, cilantro, avocado, and chiltepin in a special cocktail sauce.
Coctel De Pulpo C/ Cam (Lg)
Cooked octopus and shrimp, cucumber, white onion, tomato, cilantro, avocado, and a special house cocktail sauce.
Mendigo (Lg)
Shrimp broth with chopped octopus and shrimp, typically garnished with fresh cilantro and onion.
Cocteles
Ensaladas
Ensalada Con Camaron
Grilled shrimp over a bed of mixed greens, typically includes tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and avocado slices.
Ensalada De Arrachera
Grilled steak salad with your choice of doneness: Med Rare, Med Well, Medium, Rare, or Well Done.
Ensalada De Fresa
Fresh strawberries, honey roasted almonds, and walnuts on a bed of spinach, romaine lettuce, and spring mix, topped with a homemade honey vinaigrette dressing.
Ensalada De Pollo A La Parrilla
Grilled chicken salad with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, and avocado.
Fajitas De Camaron
Grilled shrimp with bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes.
Fajitas De Pollo
Grilled chicken with onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes.
Fajitas De Res
Grilled beef with bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes.
Fajitas Mixtas
Grilled chicken, steak, and shrimp typically combined with bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes.
Fajitas
Mar y Tierra
Arrachera Con Camarones A La Diabla
Med Rare, Med Well, Medium, Rare, Well Done.
Arrachera Con Camarones Plancha
Rare, Medium Rare, Medium, Medium Well, Well Done.
Arrachera Con Langostinos
Med Rare, Med Well, Medium, Rare, or Well Done.
Camarones Momias
Med Rare, Med Well, Medium, Rare, Well Done.
Mariscada (Lg)
Shrimp, crab legs, octopus, scallops, mussels, and fish typically grilled or sautéed, often with onions and bell peppers.
Mariscada (Sm)
Shrimp, crab legs, octopus, scallops, mussels, fish, grilled onions, and bell peppers.
Mariscadas
Mas Mariscos
Coco Relleno
Fresh coconut filled with a mix of shrimp, octopus, scallops, and surimi, sautéed in a creamy mushroom and coconut sauce.
Pina Rellena
Pineapple stuffed with shrimp, octopus, crab meat, and scallops, topped with melted cheese.
Molcajete De Carnes
Succulent meats served in a traditional molcajete. Temperature options available: Med Rare to Well Done.
Molcajete De Mariscos
Shrimp, octopus, fish fillet, crab, mussels, and clams in a traditional Mexican stone bowl.
Molcajete De Mariscos Frio
Shrimp, octopus, scallops, mussels, and fish, typically marinated in lime juice, served cold with onions and cucumber, accompanied by our special house sauce.
Molcajete Mar Y Tierra
Grilled steak, chicken, and shrimp combined with cactus, green onions, fresh cheese, and salsa, served in a traditional stone molcajete.
Molcajetes
Para Compartir
Camarones Cora (Lg)
Jumbo shrimp typically cooked in a house chile de arbol sauce.
Camarones Cora (Sm)
Jumbo shrimp in hot house salsa.
Camarones Cucarachas (Lg)
Whole shrimp sautéed in a spicy house-made sauce, typically with onions and cucumbers.
Camarones Cucarachas (Sm)
Whole shrimp cooked in a special house-made spicy sauce.
Chapuzon (Lg)
Shrimp, octopus, and oysters in our special Nayarit sauce.
Chapuzon (Sm)
Octopus, shrimp, and mussels in our special Nayarit sauce.
Langostinos (Lg)
Grilled prawns typically marinated in a house special sauce.
Langostinos (Sm)
Prawns cooked in a special sauce, typically featuring garlic and butter.
Mejillones (Lg)
Mussels typically sautéed with garlic, onion, bacon, tomato, and spicy chile de árbol sauce, topped with queso fresco.
Mejillones (Sm)
Mussels sautéed with garlic, onion, and typically topped with a spicy sauce.
Patas De Jaiva (Lg)
Crab legs typically served with lime, cilantro, and a side of dipping sauce.
Patas De Jaiva (Sm)
Crab legs typically served with a Riviera-style sauce.
Pasta Alfredo
Fettuccine pasta with a creamy alfredo sauce typically includes garlic and parmesan cheese.
Pasta Con Mariscos
Spaghetti with Mexican cream, shrimp, scallops, crab, and parmesan cheese.
Pasta Con Pollo
Chicken breast strips on spaghetti, typically with a creamy sauce.
Pastas
Pescados/Fish
Filete Al Gusto
Grilled or breaded fish fillet, typically includes garlic sauce, spicy diabla sauce, or ranchero style.
Filete Relleno
Fish fillet typically filled with shrimp, crab, and mushrooms, often topped with cheese.
Huachinango Al Gusto
Whole red snapper, prepared to your preference, typically fried or with various sauces.
Mojarra Al Gusto
Whole fried tilapia typically served with rice and salad.
Enchiladas
Tortillas filled with cheese or chicken, covered in red or green salsa, and typically topped with sour cream and crumbled cheese.
Flautas De Pollo
Fried rolled tortillas filled with chicken, typically topped with lettuce, tomato, avocado, cheese, and sour cream.
Flautas Pollo Molcajete
Golden crispy rolled tortillas filled with chicken, typically topped with lettuce, tomato, avocado, cheese, and sour cream.
Pechuga A La Parrilla
Grilled chicken breast typically served with rice and beans.
Platillos Mexicanos
Pulpo
Platillo De Pulpo Al Gusto
Octopus prepared to your preference, typically featuring styles such as garlic butter, spicy diabla sauce, or grilled.
Pulpo Al Gusto A La Parrilla (1/2)
Grilled octopus typically includes sauces or marinades, such as chimichurri or adobo, often accompanied by vegetables, potatoes, or salad.
Pulpo Al Gusto A La Parrilla (Whole)
Grilled octopus marinated to your preference, typically served with chimichurri sauce, roasted potatoes, and pickled onions.
Asada Al Carbon Taco (1)
Asada al carbon taco with choice of two toppings like avocado, cheese, cilantro, lettuce, onion, sour cream, or tomatoes.
Birria Consome Ch
Pulled beef, Mexican cheese, onions, and cilantro served with a rich beef broth.
Birria Taco
Avocado, cheese, cilantro, lettuce, onion, sour cream, tomatoes.
Camaron Taco (1)
Shrimp taco with choice of avocado, cheese, cilantro, lettuce, onion, sour cream, or tomatoes.
Pastor Taco
Pork with choice of toppings including avocado, cheese, cilantro, lettuce, onion, sour cream, and tomatoes. Mix and match toppings to taste.
Pescado Taco (1)
Avocado, cheese, cilantro, lettuce, onion, plain, sour cream, tomatoes.
Pollo A La Parrilla Taco (1)
Grilled chicken taco. Choice of toppings including avocado, cheese, cilantro, lettuce, onion, sour cream, and tomatoes.
Pulpo Taco (1)
Pulpo taco with customizable toppings, including avocado, cheese, cilantro, lettuce, onion, sour cream, and tomatoes.
Quesabirria Taco (1)
Corn tortilla with melted cheese, braised beef, cilantro, and onion.
Quesabirrias Plate
Three corn quesabirrias with rice, beans, and consomé. Typically includes slow-cooked beef, melted cheese, onions, cilantro, and salsa.
Tacos Dinner (3)
Beef, shrimp, fish, chicken, or octopus. Toppings include avocado, cheese, cilantro, lettuce, onion, sour cream, and tomatoes.
Tacos y Quesabirria
Sides
Aguacate (Side)
Half of a large avocado, served in a cup.
Arrachera (Side)
Juicy flank steak cooked to your preference: Med Rare, Med Well, Medium, Rare, Well Done.
Arroz
White rice typically includes poblano, chihuahua cheese, and crema.
Carne Asada (Side)
Choice of carne asada, with doneness options including rare to well done.
Cebollitas
Grilled green onions, a Mexican staple, typically seasoned and charred to enhance their natural sweetness and flavor.
Crema (Side)
Mexican-style crema is milder and richer than sour cream, typically used for spooning over tacos and beans.
Frijoles
Stewed black beans typically with onion, poblano pepper, and taco seasoning.
Jalapeno Toreado (Side)
Grilled whole jalapeños, seasoned with lime juice and salt.
Jamon (Side)
Typically includes slices of cured ham, often used to complement various Mexican dishes.
Limones
Wedges of lime typically served as a garnish or for adding a citrusy touch to your meal.
Pan De Ajo
Toasted bread topped with garlic butter, typically includes herbs and a hint of cheese.
Papas Fritas
Fries typically made from real potatoes, often seasoned and served with a side of aioli or cheese.
Papas Sazonadas
Seasoned potatoes typically flavored with a blend of Mexican spices.
Pollo (Side)
Adobo-marinated and grilled chicken, typically seasoned with Mexican spices.
Queso (Side)
Melted cheese dip, typically includes a blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, with a hint of jalapeños.
Salsa (Side)
Diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and jalapeños blended into a fresh salsa.
Salsa Verde
Roasted tomatillos blended with garlic, jalapeño, cilantro, and scallions.
Tocino (Side)
Crispy, cured pork belly, typically served as a savory side dish.
Tortilla
Handmade corn or flour tortillas, a staple of Mexican cuisine.
Tortilla A Mano
Handmade corn tortillas, typically crafted from masa harina.
Tortilla De Harina
Flour tortillas typically made from wheat flour, a classic Mexican side.
Agua Mineral Preparada
Mineral water with lime, salt, and tajin.
Cafe De Olla
Traditional Mexican coffee brewed with cinnamon and piloncillo (raw cane sugar).
Carrot Juice
Freshly made carrot juice.
Coca Cola Botella
Mexican Coca-Cola in a glass bottle, typically made with cane sugar for a refreshing and effervescent taste.
Coffee
Freshly brewed coffee, typically includes roasted coffee beans, sometimes with sugar and cinnamon for a traditional Mexican touch.
Coffee Decaf
Decaffeinated coffee made from carefully selected and brewed coffee beans.
Green Juice
Green juice typically includes pineapple, cucumber, apple, spinach, and celery.
Horchata
Traditional Mexican rice milk drink with cinnamon and vanilla.
Horchata Grande
Traditional Mexican rice milk drink with cinnamon and vanilla.
Hot Chocolate
Hot chocolate made with milk and Mexican-style chocolate tablets, typically includes hints of cinnamon.
Jamaica
Made from dried hibiscus flowers, water, and sugar, this traditional Mexican drink is tangy and refreshing.
Jamaica Grande
Hibiscus sweet tea made with dried hibiscus flowers and water.
Jarra De Agua
Freshly made pitcher of water, typically includes natural fruit infusions like lime, cucumber, or watermelon.
Jarritos
A Mexican soft drink available in various flavors such as mandarin, pineapple, lime, tamarind, and fruit punch.
Jugo De Naranja (16oz)
Freshly squeezed orange juice.
Limonada
Lemonade with a choice of sparkling or still water.
Milkshake/Licuado
Blended milkshake with your choice of fresh fruit, typically including banana, strawberry, mango, or pineapple, mixed with regular milk for a creamy beverage.
Orange Juice
Freshly squeezed orange juice, rich in vitamin C.
Pina Colada Vrgn
Pineapple blended with coconut cream and virgin triple sec, typically topped with whipped cream and a cherry.
Sangria (Soda Mex)
Non-alcoholic Mexican sangria soda in a glass bottle, featuring a blend of natural and artificial flavors.
Sidral
Mexican apple soda typically made with real apple juice and cane sugar.
Soda Lata
Coca-cola, Dr. Pepper, diet coke, sprite.
Topo Chico
Sparkling mineral water sourced and bottled in Monterrey, Mexico.
Water/Agua
Plain and simple bottled water to complement your meal.