Fat Rosie’s Trades Basic Fall Flavors for Smoke, Spice & Tequila

Fat Rosie’s is kicking off the season with a new fall menu designed by Senior Executive Chef Gabriel Arriaga, available September 22 through November 15. The limited-time offerings bring the flavors of fall to a collection of dishes, drinks and desserts, putting a Fat Rosie’s spin on seasonal favorites.

“This time of year provides us with so many great flavors to play with that the real challenge is in taking our guests’ taste buds somewhere unexpected,” said Chef Arriaga. “We’re bridging the warmth that people crave with the smoke, spice and bold Mexican flavors that we do best at Fat Rosie’s. That means pairing roasted butternut squash with creamy tomatillo sauce while bringing pumpkin flavor into Carajillo and Tres Leches. I wanted every dish to have more depth and a little Fat Rosie’s attitude.”

From shareable starters and seasonal entrées to a pumpkin-inspired dessert and specialty sips, the limited-time menu includes:

Fiesta Starters:

• Salsa Trio: A trio made for sharing, featuring jalapeño tomatillo, roasted serrano and chile de árbol salsas.
• Albondigas de Pollo: Cilantro-seasoned chicken meatballs get a smoky kick from chipotle sauce and are balanced with melted Monterey cheese and pickled red onions.
• Aguachile Verde: Chilled shrimp takes center stage in this starter, paired with green aguachile sauce, cucumber and pico de gallo.

Mains from the Cocina:

• Buding Azteca: A layered dish featuring tortillas, chicken, roasted poblano peppers, onions and Monterey cheese in a creamy poblano sauce, finished with sour cream and pico de gallo.
• Enchiladas de Calabaza: Roasted butternut squash pairs with creamy tomatillo sauce, sour cream and red onions in these enchiladas, served with Mexican rice and beans.
• Camarones al Ajillo: Chipotle-marinated sautéed shrimp is paired with creamy mashed potatoes and crispy string potatoes and finished with savory ajillo sauce. 

 Something Sweet: 

• Pumpkin Tres Leches: Topped with candied pecans.

Autumnal Sips:

• Pumpkin Carajillo: Combines Licor 43, Evil Bean Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur, Owen’s Espresso Mix and pumpkin purée with a cinnamon stick garnish.
• Pear & Ginger Margarita: Pear and ginger come together with El Bandido Blanco Tequila, signature margarita mix, ginger beer and mint.
• Smoky Crantarito: Smoky and tart flavors come together with 400 Conejos Mezcal, muddled oranges, signature margarita mix and cranberry juice, finished with a Tajín rim and orange wedge.
• Mandarin Mockjito: A citrusy alcohol-free sip combines muddled lime and mint with Mandarin Jarritos, simple syrup and fresh lime juice.