Guacamole Fresco
Fresh avocados prepared with chopped onions, tomatoes, jalapenos, peppers, cilantro, lime juice and sea salt
Quesadilla De Asadero
Asadero Cheese, Mushroom & Spinach, Chicken, Beef, or Shrimp
Chorizo & Frijoles
Grandmas original Mexican spicy sausage recipe, mixed with our Spanish refried black beans. Topped with queso fresco
Crab & Shrimp Ceviche
One of the most popular dishes in the coastal regions of mexico. A very fresh mixture of diced crab & shrimp, tomatoes, red onions, cilantro, serrano peppers & a touch of lime juice
Queso Con Crema (Cheese Dip)
Our famous poblano cream sauce mixed with melted Monterrey jack cheese
Huevos Con Chorizo
A flavorful mixture of sauteed spicy chorizo sausage & eggs. Served with our rosemary potatoes & refried black beans
Huevos a La Mexicana
A colorful dish with a blend of sauteed onions, peppers, tomatoes & eggs that mirror the colors of the Mexican flag. Served with our house onions & refried black beans
Chilaquiles Estilo Morelia
Traditional Mexican breakfast dish of fresh corn tortilla strips that are cooked to a golden crisp with eggs. Topped with your choice of green or red sauce
Cheese Rellenos
A mix of three cheeses. Queso fresco, asadero & Monterrey cheese
Rellenos Vegetarianos
Fresh sauteed mix of diced mushrooms & spinach leaves with cheese
Rellenos De Mariscos
For seafood and relleno lovers. A mix of juicy shrimp & tilapia sauteed in our traditional garlic marinade
Rellenos Deshebrados
Your choice of our delicious shredded chicken or shredded beef in both rellenos
A La Mexicana
A mix of sauteed onions, peppers, tomatoes, & eggs. Served with refried black beans & Spanish rice
Deshebrado
Your choice of our delicious shredded chicken or shredded beef, stuffed with refried black beans & pico De gallo. Accompanied with sides of refried beans & Spanish rice
Carnitas
Chunks of slow cooked pork with refried beans & pico De gallo. Served with refried black beans and Spanish rice
Chile Verde
Chunks of slow cooked pork in our special roasted tomatillo sauce with refried black beans & pico De gallo. Served with refried beans, Spanish rice & topped with green sauce
Vegetariano
Seasoned, sauteed, & diced onions, bell peppers, zucchini & tomatoes. Served with refried black beans and Spanish rice
Carnes Asadas
Your choice of our house marinated & charbroiled beef skirt steak or chicken thighs, refried black beans & pico De gallo. Served with refried black beans and Spanish rice
One Cheese Enchilada
One Chicken Taco
One Bean & Cheese Burrito
One Cheese Quesadilla
Ensalada Mexicana
Lettuce, avocado, tomatoes, red onion, queso Oaxaca & sesame seeds. Served with lime dressingAdd chicken, shrimp, or beef
Ensalada De Pollo
Grilled chicken, lettuce, onions, cucumbers, tomatoes, orange/tequila sauteed apples, & toasted pumpkin seeds. Served with lime dressing
Ensalada De Camaron
Sauteed shrimp, spinach, cucumber, tomatoes, grilled peppers, and toasted almonds. Served with lime dressing
Lunch Combination (One Item)
Lunch Combination (Two Items)
Lunch Combination (Three Items)
Carne Asada (Charbroiled Skirt Steak)
Skirt steak with your choice of house, rosemary, or chipotle marinade. Served with guacamole, potatoes, refried black beans & roasted bell peppers
Pollo a La Parilla (Charbroiled Chicken)
Grilled chicken breast with your choice of house, rosemary, or chipotle marinade. Served with guacamole, potatoes, refried black beans & roasted poblano peppers
Mole Chavelita (Chicken Mole)
From a nahuatl (Aztec) word, molli meaning, sauce or mixture; our dark red mole recipe that spans through generations of careful preparation. A warm savory dish of grilled chicken thighs served with two sides of Spanish rice
Pollo Con Crema
Tender charbroiled chicken breast cooked to perfection on the grill. Topped with poblano sauce. Served with refried black beans, pico De gallo & fresh guacamole
Camarones La Buena Vida
A delicious mix of sauteed shrimp & potatoes in our special rosemary poblano cream sauce. Served with a side of Spanish rice, spinach leaves, & tomato slices
Brochetas De Camaron
One of our most tropical dishes; tender chipotle adobo marinated shrimp, grilled to perfection. Served with Spanish rice, guacamole, & pico De gallo
Sopapilla
Deliciously baked pastry dough accompanied with your choice of chocolate, vanilla, or coconut (1.00) ice cream. Topped with cinnamon sugar, whipped cream, & chocolate drizzle
Flan La Buena Vida
Homemade baked pineapple flan with a sweet caramelized topping, whipped cream, & cherry on top
Sopapilla Sin Nieve
Soft baked pastry dough without ice cream. Topped with cinnamon sugar, whipped cream, & chocolate drizzle
Bola De Nieve
A single scoop of your choice of ice cream topped with whipped cream, cherry & mint on top
Soda
Coffee
Ice Tea
Hot Tea
Milk
Orange Juice
Cranberry Juice
Virgin Drinks
If you’re curious about what’s cooking at 901 E Harmony Rd STE 140 in Fort Collins, the La Buena Vida Mexican Restaurant Menu is where the real story begins. It’s packed with the kind of dishes that instantly make you pause because everything sounds good. From sizzling fajitas that arrive at the table still steaming to cheesy enchiladas covered in rich, flavorful sauces, there’s a comforting, made-from-scratch feel running through every section.
The tacos come loaded and satisfying, whether you’re in the mood for classic carne asada or something a little more indulgent. Burritos are generously stuffed, and the combination plates make it easy to sample a bit of everything without overthinking it. Then there are the house specialties - bold, colorful plates layered with spice, texture, and just enough heat to keep things interesting. Even the appetizers, from fresh chips and salsa to creamy queso, set the tone for a meal that feels relaxed, vibrant, and full of flavor.