Los Tres Potrillos is a vibrant, family-operated Mexican restaurant that has quickly become a beloved culinary anchor in the Elk community. Serving up exceptionally fresh, authentic, and hearty traditional dishes, this welcoming spot brings the true essence of Mexican hospitality to the outlying Spokane area. Known for its lively atmosphere, generous portions, and exceptional hospitality led by hands-on owners Hector and Daisy, it offers an energetic dining experience where guests are treated like family from the moment they step through the door.
Essential Information
| Feature | Details |
| Address | 39115 N Newport Hwy, Elk, WA 99009, United States |
| Phone | +1 509-262-8871 |
| Owners / Key Staff | Hector, Daisy, and Sergio |
| Website & Socials | Facebook Profile |
Operating Hours
| Day of the Week | Active Hours |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Monday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
Service, Accessibility, and Amenities
| Category | Available Features |
| Service Options | Dine-in, Takeout, Onsite services, Table service, Outdoor seating, No delivery |
| Accessibility | Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating |
| Atmosphere & Vibes | Casual, Cozy, Lively, Great for groups, Family-friendly, Festive birthday celebrations |
| Amenities | Full bar onsite, Public restrooms, High chairs available |
| Children’s Features | Highly recommended for kids, Dedicated kids’ menu |
| Parking & Transport | Free private parking lot, Free street parking, Generally abundant spaces available |
| Payment Methods | Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments |
Why Visit? Key Highlights
- Legendary Margaritas and Drinks: Renowned for pouring bold, strong, and perfectly balanced margaritas, including popular choices like their signature huckleberry margarita and refreshing, hand-mixed strawberry lemonade.
- Towering, Masterful Nachos: A highly praised guest favorite featuring layer after layer of crunch, copious amounts of melty cheese, premium sour cream, and fresh guacamole, ensuring no naked chips are left behind.
- Flawless House Specials: Standout entrees include their perfectly grilled Carne Asada, exceptionally rich sour cream enchiladas, and authentic Chile Relleno made using traditional methods.
- World-Class Guacamole and Salsas: Guests consistently rave about their ultra-fresh, creamy homemade guacamole and complex table salsas, including the highly recommended, vibrant cabbage salsa and Hector’s custom specialty hot salsa.
- Heartwarming Hospitality: The attentive, upbeat owners and staff cultivate an infectious, celebratory energy, going out of their way to make special occasions memorable with festive announcements and traditional birthday songs.
Menu and Product Catalog
Appetizers
| Item Name | Description |
| Chicken Taquitos | Deep fried flour tortilla with chicken on a bed of lettuce and garnished with pico de gallo, mild sauce, cotija cheese, sour cream, or guacamole. |
| Mexican Pizza | Deep fried flour tortilla topped with beans, ground beef, cheese, tomatoes, lettuce, sour cream, and guacamole. |
| Asada Quesadilla | Flour tortilla stuffed with melted cheese, skirt steak, tomatoes, and topped with sour cream and guacamole. |
| Quesadilla | Flour tortilla stuffed with melted cheese, tomatoes, and topped with sour cream and guacamole. Option to add chicken or beef available. |
Nachos
| Item Name | Description |
| Nachos | Crispy chips covered with cheddar cheese and garnished with tomatoes and jalapenos upon request. Option to add sour cream or guacamole. |
| Potrillo Nachos | House nachos topped with beans, choice of chicken or beef, guacamole, sour cream, and tomatoes. Available in small or large portions. |
Burritos
| Item Name | Description |
| Asada Burrito | A flour tortilla filled with grilled skirt steak, rice, beans, and topped with cheese and mild sauce. Served with lettuce, tomatoes, and sour cream. |
| Fajita Burrito | A flour tortilla with choice of chicken or steak, rice, beans, green peppers, onions, and topped with cheese and mild sauce. Served with lettuce, tomatoes, and sour cream. |
| Potrillos Burrito | A flour tortilla with your choice of chicken or beef, rice, beans, and topped with a mild sauce, cheese, lettuce, sour cream, and guacamole. |
Fajitas
| Item Name | Description |
| Steak Fajitas | Marinated steak sauteed with green peppers and onions. Delivered sizzling hot on a platter, served with rice, beans, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, and choice of tortillas. |
| Chicken Fajitas | Marinated chicken breast sauteed with green peppers and onions. Delivered sizzling hot on a platter, served with rice, beans, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, and choice of tortillas. |
| Steak & Chicken Fajitas | A combination of marinated steak and chicken sauteed with green peppers and onions. Delivered sizzling hot on a platter, served with rice, beans, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, and choice of tortillas. |
| Shrimp Fajitas | Marinated shrimp sauteed with green peppers and onions. Delivered sizzling hot on a platter, served with rice, beans, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, and choice of tortillas. |
| Shrimp with Choice of Steak or Chicken | Premium shrimp paired with choice of steak or chicken, sauteed with green peppers and onions. Delivered sizzling hot on a platter, served with rice, beans, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, and choice of tortillas. |
| Shrimp, Steak, & Chicken Fajitas | The ultimate trio of shrimp, steak, and chicken sauteed with green peppers and onions. Delivered sizzling hot on a platter, served with rice, beans, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, and choice of tortillas. |
Enchiladas
| Item Name | Description |
| Suiza Enchiladas | Two corn tortillas filled with your choice of meat covered with green tomatillo sauce, melted cheese, and topped with sour cream. Served with rice, beans, lettuce, and tomatoes. Option for a single enchilada. |
| Enchiladas Encremadas | Two flour tortillas filled with your choice of meat, covered in a delicious sour cream sauce. Served with rice, beans, lettuce, and tomatoes. Option for a single enchilada. |
| Mole Enchiladas | Two corn tortillas filled with chicken and topped with a sweet and spicy peanut butter based sauce with a hint of chocolate. Served with rice, beans, lettuce, and tomatoes. Option for a single enchilada. |
Mariscos
| Item Name | Description |
| Camarones al Mojo de Ajo | Shrimp and mushrooms sauteed in butter, garlic, red sauce, and spices. Seafood dishes served with rice, beans, and tortillas. |
| Camarones a la Diabla | Shrimp and mushrooms cooked in a hot, spicy sauce. Seafood dishes served with rice, beans, and tortillas. |
| Camarones con Encremados | Shrimp and mushrooms prepared in a delicious sour cream sauce. Seafood dishes served with rice, beans, and tortillas. |
| Shrimp Enchiladas | Two corn tortillas filled with shrimp and topped with green sauce and jack cheese. Garnished with sour cream, guacamole, lettuce, and tomatoes. |
| Arroz con Camarones | Shrimp sauteed in a special sauce with mushrooms, onions, and green peppers. Served over a bed of rice with melted cheese. Not served with beans. |
Street Tacos
| Item Name | Description |
| Street Taco (Individual) | Soft corn tortilla filled with choice of grilled chicken, steak, picadillo (shredded beef), or pork (chile verde). Topped with cilantro, onions, and limes. |
Pollo
| Item Name | Description |
| Arroz con Pollo | Strips of chicken breast sauteed in a special sauce with mushrooms, green peppers, and onions. Served over a bed of rice with melted cheese. Not served with beans. Includes lettuce, tomatoes, and tortillas. |
| Pollo Crema | Strips of chicken breast with mushrooms prepared in a rich, savory sour cream sauce. Served with rice, beans, lettuce, tomatoes, and tortillas. |
| Pollo a la Diabla | Strips of chicken and mushrooms cooked in a fiery, hot and spicy sauce. Served with rice, beans, lettuce, tomatoes, and tortillas. |
| Pollo en Mole | Strips of chicken breast in a delicious sweet and spicy Mexican mole sauce crafted with a hint of chocolate and peanut butter. Served with rice, beans, lettuce, tomatoes, and tortillas. |
Carnes
| Item Name | Description |
| Carne Asada | Premium skirt steak grilled to perfection and served with fresh guacamole and green onions. Includes rice, beans, lettuce, tomatoes, and tortillas. |
| Chile Verde | Hearty chunks of pork cooked slow in a light, flavorful tomatillo sauce blended with green peppers, onions, and select spices. Includes rice, beans, lettuce, tomatoes, and tortillas. |
| Steak a la Chicana | Strips of quality steak sauteed with fresh tomatoes, onions, and green peppers in a savory, custom house sauce. Includes rice, beans, lettuce, tomatoes, and tortillas. |
Combinations
| Item Name | Description |
| Combo 1: Enchilada, Tostada | Classic combination served with house rice, beans, lettuce, and tomatoes. Option to add sour cream or guacamole. |
| Combo 2: Enchilada, Tamale | Traditional tamale paired with an enchilada, served with house rice, beans, lettuce, and tomatoes. Option to add sour cream or guacamole. |
| Combo 3: Enchilada, Taco | Crunchy or soft taco paired with an enchilada, served with house rice, beans, lettuce, and tomatoes. Option to add sour cream or guacamole. |
| Combo 4: Burrito | Plentiful single burrito platter served with house rice, beans, lettuce, and tomatoes. Option to add sour cream or guacamole. |
| Combo 5: Enchilada, Relleno | Authentic chile relleno paired with an enchilada, served with house rice, beans, lettuce, and tomatoes. Option to add sour cream or guacamole. |
| Combo 6: Burrito, Relleno | Filling burrito paired with a traditional chile relleno, served with house rice, beans, lettuce, and tomatoes. Option to add sour cream or guacamole. |
| Combo 7: Chimichanga | Deep fried crispy burrito platter served with house rice, beans, lettuce, and tomatoes. Option to add sour cream or guacamole. |
| Combo 8: Two Enchiladas | Double corn tortilla enchilada platter served with house rice, beans, lettuce, and tomatoes. Option to add sour cream or guacamole. |
| Combo 9: Two Tacos | Double taco platter with choice of protein, served with house rice, beans, lettuce, and tomatoes. Option to add sour cream or guacamole. |
| Combo 10: Burrito, Taco | Hearty burrito paired with a classic taco, served with house rice, beans, lettuce, and tomatoes. Option to add sour cream or guacamole. |
| Combo 11: Chalupa, Enchilada | Crispy chalupa shell paired with a classic enchilada, served with house rice, beans, lettuce, and tomatoes. Option to add sour cream or guacamole. |
| Combo 12: Enchilada, Burrito, Relleno | Three-item platter featuring an enchilada, burrito, and chile relleno. Served with house rice, beans, lettuce, and tomatoes. Option to add sour cream or guacamole. |
| Combo 13: Chimichanga, Enchilada, Taco | Deluxe trio featuring a crispy chimichanga, soft or crunchy enchilada, and a taco. Served with house rice, beans, lettuce, and tomatoes. Option to add sour cream or guacamole. |
| Combo 14: Two Enchiladas, Taco | Hearty trio of two house enchiladas and a single taco. Served with house rice, beans, lettuce, and tomatoes. Option to add sour cream or guacamole. |
| Combo 15: Three Enchiladas | Triple enchilada platter with choice of fillings, served with house rice, beans, lettuce, and tomatoes. Option to add sour cream or guacamole. |
| Combo 16: Two Chimichangas | Double golden-fried chimichanga platter served with house rice, beans, lettuce, and tomatoes. Option to add sour cream or guacamole. |
Vegetarian Platter
| Item Name | Description |
| Burrito Verdura | Large flour tortilla filled with rice, whole beans, select vegetables, and cheese. Topped with mild sauce, lettuce, sour cream, and fresh guacamole. |
| Vegetarian Fajitas | Fresh mushrooms, green peppers, onions, carrots, and tomatoes sauteed with a special house sauce. Served with rice, whole beans, sour cream, guacamole, and tortillas. |
Salads
| Item Name | Description |
| Taco Salad | Served in a crispy flour tortilla shell topped with fresh lettuce, cheese, tomatoes, and choice of ground beef, shredded beef, chicken, or pork. Option to add sour cream or guacamole. |
| Daisy Salad | Grilled chicken breast placed over a top layer of crisp lettuce with fresh tomatoes, corn, mushrooms, bell peppers, cheese, and avocado slices. |
| Fajita Salad | Choice of chicken or steak sauteed with green peppers and onions, served atop fresh lettuce in a crispy flour tortilla shell. Accompanied by guacamole, sour cream, and pico de gallo. |
Side Orders
| Item Name | Description |
| Taco | Choice of beef, chicken, or shredded beef. |
| Enchilada | Choice of beef, chicken, or shredded beef. |
| Burrito | Choice of beef, chicken, or shredded beef. |
| Chimichanga | Rolled fried tortilla with choice of meat, topped with lettuce, guacamole, sour cream, and mild sauce. |
| Chile Relleno | Fresh poblano chile with cheese folded into a fluffy egg topping, laced with savory sauce and melted cheese. |
| Tamale | Fresh corn masa filled with pork, wrapped and steamed. Topped with enchilada sauce and melted cheese. |
| Chalupa | Folded crispy flour tortilla filled with choice of meat, topped with lettuce and tomatoes. |
| Guacamole | Fresh ripe avocado combined with tomatoes, onions, spices, and fresh cilantro. |
| French Fries | Classic golden crispy potato fries. |
| Side Beans or Rice | Individual side options of seasoned Mexican rice or savory beans. |
| Tortillas (4) | Choice of four warm flour or traditional corn tortillas. |
| Fried Peppers | Side of seasoned, blistered fried peppers. |
| Pico de Gallo | Freshly diced tomatoes, onions, jalapenos, and cilantro blend. |
| Side Cheese | Extra portion of shredded cheese. |
| Side Sour Cream | Extra portion of premium sour cream. |
Children’s Menu
(For children 12 and under. Served with rice and beans. Adults may order for an additional fee.)
| Item Name | Description |
| Kids Taco | Simple, kid-friendly taco served with seasoned rice and beans. |
| Kids Burrito | Small soft burrito served with seasoned rice and beans. |
| Kids Enchilada | Single mild enchilada served with seasoned rice and beans. |
| Kids Chicken Nuggets | Crispy white meat chicken nuggets served with golden French fries. |
| Kids Cheese Quesadilla | Grilled flour tortilla with melted cheese, served with rice and beans. |
Desserts
| Item Name | Description |
| Churros (4) | Four golden, cream-filled pastry churros deep fried, tossed in cinnamon and sugar, topped with fresh whipped cream and sweet strawberry sauce. |
| Deep Fried Ice Cream | Vanilla ice cream rolled in crunchy corn flakes, quick-fried, and served inside a fried flour tortilla bowl. Finished with honey, cinnamon, sugar, whipped cream, and strawberry sauce. Optional toppings include chocolate, caramel, or white chocolate. |
| Flan | Traditional smooth vanilla custard baked with burnt caramelized sugar, topped with freshly whipped cream and strawberry sauce. |
| Sopillas (6) | Six puffy light Mexican pastries sprinkled with aromatic cinnamon, sugar, and rich honey, finished with whipped cream and strawberry sauce. |
Beverages
| Item Name | Description |
| Soda | Choice of Coca Cola, Diet Coke, Sprite, Lemonade, Root Beer, or Orange. Includes two free refills. |
| Strawberry Lemonade | Premium mixed specialty lemonade. Includes two free refills. |
| Milk | Ice-cold regular milk. |
| Choc. Milk | Rich, sweet chocolate milk. |
| Coffee | Freshly brewed hot coffee. |
| Ice Tea | Refreshing chilled iced tea. |
| Shirley Temple | Classic specialty mixed mocktail drink. No refills. |
| Roy Rogers | Classic sweet specialty dark mocktail drink. No refills. |
| Jarrito | Traditional bottled Mexican soda. Ask server for current seasonal flavors. |
| Horchata | Traditional sweet, creamy spiced rice milk beverage. No refills. |
| Italian Sodas | Flavored carbonated custom sodas. Available choices: Strawberry, Raspberry, Blueberry, Banana, Mango, Coconut, Kiwi, or Blackberry. No refills. |
Cerveza / Beer
| Item Name | Description |
| Mexican Imports | Premium imports featuring Corona, Tecate, Pacifico, Modelo, Negra Modelo, XX, Sol, or Corona Familiar. |
| Domestic Beers | Local favorites including Coors Light, Bud Light, Budweiser, Blue Moon, Michelob Ultra, or Miller Lite. |
| Michelada | A traditional cocktail made with beer, lime juice, assorted spices, hot sauces, black pepper, and clamato. Served ice-cold in a premium Tajin-rimmed glass with your custom choice of beer. |
Wine Selection
| Item Name | Description |
| Wine by the Glass | Premium house pours. Your personal choice of Merlot, Moscato, White Zinfandel, Pinot Grigio, or Chardonnay. |