Coastal Mexican Cooking

Authentic Veracruz Seafood in Sandy, Utah

Arroz a la Tumbada, fresh shrimp soups & coastal specialties from the Gulf coast of Mexico

Coastal Veracruz Seafood — Found Nowhere Else in Sandy

Veracruz sits on Mexico's Gulf coast, and its cooking is defined by the sea. While most Mexican restaurants in Utah focus on tacos and burritos, El Puerto brings the authentic coastal seafood of Veracruz to Sandy — fresh, soulful, and made the traditional way. It is the side of Mexican cuisine most Utahns have never tasted.

Our seafood is built on slow broths, bright citrus, fresh herbs, and time-honored technique. From our signature Arroz a la Tumbada to fresh shrimp cocktails and whole fried mojarra, every dish carries the flavor of the Veracruz coast.

Our Veracruz Seafood Dishes

Arroz a la Tumbada

$29

Our signature Veracruz seafood soup — crab, shrimp, octopus, mussels, and white clams in a rich, soulful broth. Pure Veracruz, made to share.

Caldo de Camarón

$23

Fresh shrimp soup, Veracruz style, with cilantro, onion, and lime. Served with handmade tortillas. Gluten-free.

Coctel de Camarón

$20

Chilled shrimp cocktail with avocado, onion, cilantro, and our Veracruz-style sauce. Refreshing and gluten-free.

Mojarra Frita

$21

Whole fried mojarra with white rice, nopalitos, pico de gallo, fresh cheese, and handmade tortillas.

Taste the Real Veracruz

Dine in, take out, or let us cater your next event. 5.0 stars · 375 Google reviews.

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