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Vida Cantina Menu (Updated October 2025)

Introducing Vida Cantina, an exciting Mexican restaurant nestled in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Located at 2456 Lafayette Rd, this culinary gem invites you to explore a vibrant menu that masterfully combines traditional flavors with local ingredients. Whether you’re craving authentic tacos, robust fajitas, or unique options like the Cubano Torta and Fried Fish Torta, each dish reflects the essence of Mexican cuisine while incorporating fresh, New England produce.

The menu caters to all tastes, featuring enticing starters like Chicharrones and Street Corn, alongside hearty sides such as Pork Refried Black Beans. Don’t miss out on the indulgent Churros for dessert, ideally paired with a cup of their delicious house-made scoops.

Reviewers rave about the freshness and flavor, emphasizing the delightful experience and warm ambiance, making it a perfect spot for a casual family dinner or a special date night. The commitment to quality ingredients and sustainability, with many items sourced from local farms, sets Vida Cantina apart. With fantastic margaritas and friendly service, it’s a culinary adventure you won’t want to miss!

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SNACKS

Chips and Salsa (Bottomless)

corn tortilla chips with salsa fresca

US$8.00

Salsa Flight

mango habanero, salsa verde, salsa fresca

US$11.00

Guacamole

served with chips and salsa fresca

US$14.00

Goat Cheese Fundido

melted cheese dip, flour tortilla chips

US$14.00

Kale Salad

local OG kale, masa croutons, almonds, cotija cheese, sherry vinaigrette

US$12.00

Barbacoa Birria Quesadilla

onion, serrano, queso Oaxaca, cilantro, consome

US$17.00

Gulf of Maine Halibut Ceviche Crunch Tacos

papaya, cucumber, herbs, sesame seeds, guacachile

US$20.00

TACOS

Confit Pork Belly

Cotija cheese, mango salsa

US$6.00

Picadillo

Ground beef, pickled jalapeno, cotija

US$6.00

Fried Avocado

pistachio salsa macha, pickled pina salsa

US$6.00

Gulf of Mexico Shrimp

seared or masa fried, salsa de cascabel, cilantro

US$6.00

Chicken Tinga

chipotle aioli, cotija, pickled red onions

US$6.00

Pescado

seared or masa tempura fried local catch, baja slaw, guacamole

US$6.00

Carnitas

avocado verde, onion, cilantro

US$6.00

Mushroom "Chorizo"

BOOM! peanuts, red cabbage, salsa de aguacate

US$6.00

Rice & Beans

US$5.00

ENCHILADAS

Pollo Verde

tomatillo braised chicken, choice of red or green chili sauce

US$23.00

Carne Asada

guajillo braised beef, choice of red or green chili sauce

US$23.00

Black Turtle Bean

Organic kale salad, choice of red or green chili sauce

US$21.00

Adobo Shrimp

Traditional ibarra mole

US$24.00

Carnitas

Oaxacan black mole (*gf)

US$23.00

PLATOS

Maine Refried Beans Tostadas

refried beans, shaved iceberg lettuce, acho crema, tomatillo pic de gallo, cotija, spanish rice

US$23.00

12oz Sous Vide Steak Fajitas

sweet pepper rajas, broccoli, papas fritas, quesillo, organic flour tortillas

US$36.00

LUNCH TORTAS

Crispy Chicken Torta

crispy chicken cutlet, chipotle aioli, baja slaw, red pepper chutney, bacon

US$14.00

Cubano

Pork pastrami, bacon, dijon, chihuahua cheese, house pickles

US$15.00

Lentil-Walnut Burger

cashew cheese, aguacate, pickled jalapenos, cabbage slaw

US$14.00

Fried Fish

local catch, baja slaw, guacamole, pickled red onion

US$15.00

SIDES

Sweet Potato Fries

US$10.00

Blue Corn Bread

US$11.00

Street Corn

US$11.00

Pork Refried Black Beans

US$6.00

Shishito Peppers

US$9.00

Chicharrones

US$10.00

NINOS

Bean & Cheese Taco Plate

US$6.00

Chicken & Cheese Taco Plate

US$7.00

Pork & Cheese Taco Plate

US$7.00

Bean & Cheese Quesadilla Plate

US$6.00

Chicken & Cheese Quesadilla Plate

US$7.00

Steak & Cheese Quesadilla Plate

US$7.00

Crispy Chicken Strips

House ranch and rice

US$11.00

DESSERT

Churros

Mexican fried dough, chocolate sauce

US$11.00

House Made Scoops

vanilla, chocolate, ghost chili, seasonal sorbet

US$2.50

FARM SPECIALS

Maine MEat Pig Head Platter

salsa flight, onion, cilantro, lime, house tortillas

US$70.00

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