Batanga Mexican is a compact Mexican bar and grill tucked into Franklins Yard, just off Fossgate in central York. The restaurant combines a lively, colourful setting with an open kitchen and a friendly service style, making it suitable for a casual meal, cocktails with friends or a small group celebration.
Tacos form a central part of the menu, with fillings such as slow cooked beef brisket chilli, fried fish with guacamole, lime chicken and a vegan combination of black beans, guacamole and mango salsa. Diners can order them individually or build a larger selection to share across the table.
Larger dishes include burritos, gluten free rice bowls, quesadillas and lamb birria stew served with tortilla chips and rice. Vegetarian and vegan choices are clearly represented through black bean bowls, cauliflower and walnut chilli, red chilaquiles and roasted watermelon ceviche on mini tostadas.
The drinks list gives tequila a prominent role through margaritas, Palomas and the house Batanga cocktail, alongside rum, gin and whiskey based choices. Guacamole, street corn dip, jalapeño poppers and loaded fries work well as accompaniments, while advance booking is useful because the intimate dining room has limited space.
Address: 9 Franklins Yard, York YO1 9TA, England
Batanga Mexican Menu
Tacos
1 for 4.5 | 2 for 8.5 | 3 for 12
El Classico
8 Hour Slow Cooked Beef Brisket Chilli, Sour Cream, Cheese, Salsa, Jalapeno and Lettuce
El Pescado (P)
Fried Fish, Guacamole, Pickled Red Cabbage, Lime Juice and Sea Salt
El Pollo
Lime Chicken, Sweetcorn, Red Onion and Salsa
La Planta (VE)
Black Beans, Guacamole and Mango Salsa
El Torro
Steak marinated in our Secret Salsa Verde, Cheese and Fresh Tomatoes
Big Plates
Mexican Crispy Fried Chicken
8 tender pieces of chicken served with a trio of sauces
Lamb Birria Stew
Slow cooked lamb shoulder in a spicy chilli, tomato, and cinnamon sauce. Served with tortilla chips and rice (GF)
Nachos (V)
Topped with cheese, jalapenos, melted cheese, and a mild garlic dip. Add Beef Chilli (P) or Black Beans (V) +3
8oz Dry Rub Rib-Eye Steak (GF)
Juicy steak marinated in our blend of Mexican spices, served with lettuce, pico de gallo and avocado. Choose Rice or Fries
Nachos (V)
Topped with cheese, jalapenos, melted cheese, and a mild garlic dip
Quesadillas
Chicken Quesadilla
Grilled tortilla filled with our signature quesadilla mix
Jalapeno Quesadilla (V)
A creamy quesadilla mix loaded with jalapenos
Beef Quesadilla
Grilled tortilla filled with a juicy beef mix
Quesadilla (V)
Cheese, Grilled Peppers and Salsa
Veggie Delights
Watermelon Ceviche (VE)
Roasted watermelon and watermelon ceviche served with guacamole on mini tostadas
Red Chilaquiles (V)
Fried tortilla crisps tossed in salsa and hot sauce, baked and topped with guacamole, pickled red cabbage, red onions, feta and a fried egg
Burritos
11.95 each
El Matador
8 Hour Slow Cooked Brisket Beef Chilli, Cheese, Rice, Jalapenos, Guacamole and Sour Cream
Los Puercos
Pulled Pork Slow Cooked in Orange Juice and Desperado, Cheese, Lettuce, Pickled Red Cabbage, Jalapeno and Sour Cream
Pollo Hermano
Lime Chicken, Sweetcorn, Red Onion, Jalapenos, Cheese, Sour Cream and Rice
Sandwich Tonto (VE)
Cauliflower and Walnut Chilli, Rice, Guacamole, Corn, Jalapenos and Lettuce (ask to add cheese (V))
Rice Bowls (GF)
10.95 each
Fish (P)
Fried white fish, pickled red cabbage, guacamole, lettuce, watermelon salsa, red onion, jalapenos
Brisket
Tender beef brisket, cheese, guacamole, salsa, jalapenos, lettuce, sour cream
Chicken
Lime chicken, jalapenos, cheese, red onion, corn, salsa, lettuce
Black Bean (VE)
Slow cooked black beans, grilled corn, guacamole, red onion, pickled red cabbage, mango salsa (Ask to add cheese (V))
Sides
Street Corn Dip (V)
Our signature cheesy dip served with tortilla chips. Go large for 5
Smashed Avocado (VE)
Guacamole, red onion and chilli tossed in lime juice served with tortilla chips
Jalapeno Poppers (V)
Deep fried jalapenos stuffed with cheese and coated in light batter
Fries (VE)
Loaded Fries
Topped with our favourites. Ask for vegetarian or vegan alternatives
Brunch Menu
Served between 10am and 3pm
French Toast Conchas
Homemade Brioche Seasonal Compote Whipped Cream, Fruit and Granola
Mollete (Mexican rarebit)
Refried Beans, Nacho Sauce, Grated Cheese on Sourdough
Breakfast Burrito
Hash Brown, Refried Beans, Mexican Sausage, Cheddar served with Gazpacho
Carne Adas Burrito
Steak, Red Onion, Nacho Cheese with Raw Salsa
Huevos Rancheros
A Warm Tortilla with Refried Beans Cheddar topped with Two eggs alongside Avocado and Fresh Salsa
Avocado on Toast
Sliced Avocado on Sourdough topped with Pine Nuts, Feta Cheese and chili oil
Poblano Patatas con pan
Small Cubed Potatoes, Chorizo, Red Onion, Garlic and Cream Served on Sourdough topped with Two Eggs
The Full Mexican
Bacon, Sausages, Eggs, Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Avocado, Sourdough, and Home Made Baked Beans
Eggs Royale
2 Poached Eggs, Smoke Salmon with Hollandaise Sauce Served on Breakfast Muffin
Eggs Benedict
2 Poached Eggs, Bacon with Hollandaise Sauce Served on Breakfast Muffin
Main Menu – Big Plates
Nachos (V)
Hand-made tortilla crisps with melted cheese, topped with grilled corn, jalapenos, pickled red cabbage, and a trio of sauces. Add Beef Chilli (4) or Black Beans (V) (3)
Mexican Crispy Fried Chicken
6 tender pieces of chicken served with a trio of sauces
Mole Chicken Supreme
A classic Mexican dish featuring tender chicken on the bone covered in a rich, complex, and savory sauce. Served with rice (Contains Nuts)
Lamb Biria Stew
Slow cooked lamb shoulder in a spicy chilli, tomato, and cinnamon sauce. served with tortilla chips and rice
8oz Dry Rub Rib-Eye Steak (GF)
Juicy local Yorkshire Steak in an authentic blend of Mexican spices served with grilled corn, salsa verde and guacamole. Choose Rice or Fries
Main Menu – Veggie Corner
Watermelon Ceviche (VE)
Roasted watermelon and watermelon ceviche served with guacamole on mini tostadas
Red Chilaquiles (V)
Fried tortilla crisps tossed in salsa and hot sauce, served with guacamole, pickled red cabbage, red onions, sour cream, feta and a fried egg
Mexican Fried Rice (V)
Tomato rice, with pan fried onions, corn, feta, salsa verde, topped with chipotle marinated mushrooms. Add Marinated Steak 4
Main Menu – Rice Bowls (GF)
12.95 each
Fish (P)
Fried white fish, pickled red cabbage, guacamole, lettuce, watermelon salsa, red onion, jalapenos.
Brisket
Tender beef brisket, cheese, guacamole, salsa, jalapenos, lettuce, sour cream
Chicken
Lime chicken, jalapenos, cheese, red onion, corn, salsa, lettuce
Black bean (VE)
Slow cooked black beans, grilled corn, guacamole, red onion, pickled red cabbage, mango salsa. Cheese optional V
Main Menu – Sides
Street Corn Dip (V)
Our signature cheesy dip served with tortilla crisps. Go large for 6
Guacamole (VE)
Smashed avocado, red onion and chilli tossed in lime juice and sea salt served with tortilla crisps
Jalapeno Poppers (V)
Deep fried jalapenos stuffed with cheese and coated in spicy crumbs
Fries (VE)
Loaded Fries
Topped with our favourites. Ask for vegetarian or vegan alternatives
Corn Rib (VE)
Seasoned Corn on the Cob fried, coated in lime and our signature seasoning, serve with vegan mayo.
The Taqueria – Mix and Match!
1 FOR 4.75, 2 FOR 9, 3 FOR 13
El Classico
8 Hour Slow Cooked Beef Brisket Chilli, Sour Cream, Cheese, Salsa, Jalapeno and Lettuce
El Pescado (P)
Fried fish, Guacamole, Pickled Red Cabbage, Lime Juice and Sea Salt
El Pollo
Lime Chicken; Sweetcorn, Red Onion and Salsa Verde
La Planta (VE)
Black Beans, Guacamole and Mango Salsa
El Toro
Steak marinated in our Secret Salsa, Cheese and Fresh Tomatoes
El Cerdito
Pulled Pork, Pickled Red Cabbage, Salsa Verde and Lime
La Ramo (V)
Coriander and Walnut Chilli, Guacamole, Jalapenos, and lettuce, sour cream, cheese
El Pastor
Tender Shredded Lamb, Red onions and Lime
La Crema (V)
Cream Pepper Sauce, Sauteed Peppers, Pickled Radish
El Maizal (VE)
Corn Pure, Burnt Corn Salsa, Salsa Roja
El Americano
Smash Burger Patty, American Cheese, Pickles, Special Sauce
La Champiñón (V)
Chipotle marinated mushrooms, refried beans, sour cream, pickled red onions
The Taqueria – Quesadillas
Chicken Quesadilla
Grilled tortilla filled with our signature quesadilla mix
Jalapeno Quesadilla (V)
A creamy quesadilla mix loaded with jalapenos
Beef Quesadilla
Grilled Tortilla filled with a juicy beef mix
Quesadilla (V)
Cheese, Grilled Peppers and Salsa
The Taqueria – Burritos
13.95 each
El Matador
8 Hour Slow Cooked Brisket Beef Chilli, Cheese, Rice, Jalapenos, Guacamole and Sour Cream
Los Puercos
Pulled Pork Slow Cooked in Orange Juice and Desperado, Cheese, Lettuce, Pickled Red Cabbage, Jalapeno and Sour Cream
Pollo Hermano
Lime Chicken, Sweetcorn, Red Onion, Jalapenos, Cheese, Sour Cream and Rice
Sandwich Tonto (VE)
Cauliflower and Walnut Chilli, Rice, Guacamole, Corn, Jalapenos and Lettuce. Ask to add cheese (V)
Hot Drinks
Served between 10am and 3pm
Cappuccino
Latte
Flat White
Americano
Macchiato
Espresso
Yorkshire Tea
Green tea
Mint Tea
Earl Grey
£5 Cocktails
Batanga
Jose Cuervo Tequila, Lime Juice, Coca-Cola, Salt Rim
Tequila Sunrise
Jose Cuervo Tequila, Cointreau Triple Sec, Orange Juice, Grenadine
Chapel
Midori, Amaretto Veroni, Lime Juice, Apple Juice
Dragon Martini
Smirnoff Vodka, Martini Vermouth Blanco, Dragonfruit and Mango Syrup
Irish Godfather
Jameson Irish Whiskey, Amaretto Veroni
The Melon Man
Smirnoff Vodka, Midori, Orange Juice, Grenadine
Paloma
Jose Cuervo Tequila, Lime Juice, Grapefruit Soda
Cuba Libre
Captain Morgan Spiced Rum, Coca-Cola, Lime
Mojito
Bacardi Rum, Crushed Mint, Brown Sugar, Lime Juice, Fever-Tree Soda
Mexican Mule
Jose Cuervo Tequila, Cointreau Triple Sec, Lime Juice, Ginger Beer
Cocktails
El Diablo
Chambord Raspberry Liqueur, Jose Cuervo Tequila, Lime Juice, Ginger Beer
Siesta
Jose Cuervo Tequila, Aperol Aperitivo, Fever-Tree Soda
Melon Mojito
Bacardi Rum, Midori, Lime Juice, Crushed Mint, Brown Sugar, Fever-Tree Soda
Strawberry Mojito
Bacardi Rum, Strawberry Puree, Lime Juice, Crushed Mint, Fever-Tree Soda
Bramble
Bombay Sapphire Gin, Chambord Raspberry Liqueur, Lemonade
Strawberry Daquiri
Bacardi Rum, Strawberry Puree, Lime Juice
White Russian
Smirnoff Vodka, Kahlua Coffee Liqueur, Cream
Long Island Ice Tea
Vodka, tequila, rum, triple sec, gin, lemon juice and cola
El Chupacabra
Bacardi Rum, CM Dark Rum, CM Spiced Rum, La Fee Absinthe, Orange Juice, Pineapple Juice, Grenadine
Extra Strong
One per customer
Aunt Roberta
Absinthe, vodka, gin, brandy, blackberry liqueur. Named after its inventor known only as Aunt Roberta. She was a 1800s Alabama bootlegger who allegedly killed 34 of her patrons. This cocktail was later popularised by Billy Joe Spratt after her death.