Vips Restaurant Menu – A Taste of Mexico’s Comfort Food

When you think of casual dining in Mexico, a few iconic names likely come to mind. 

Among them, Vips stands out as a beloved institution, a place where families and friends have gathered for generations. 

But what exactly is on the Vips menu that keeps people coming back? 

While it offers a wide range of international and American-style comfort food, its Mexican dishes are a true highlight, providing a delicious and accessible taste of the country’s rich culinary heritage.

Vips and Its Place in Mexican Dining

Before diving into the menu, it’s helpful to understand where Vips fits into Mexico’s restaurant scene. 

Vips is a chain of casual dining restaurants found throughout Mexico, similar in concept to diners in the United States. 

Vips

Known for its extensive menu, affordable prices, and consistent quality. It’s a popular choice for everything from a quick breakfast to a late-night snack.

Sanborns

A unique format that combines a restaurant with a junior department store. Its menu is famous for classics like enchiladas suizas.

Toks

A fast casual chain that has grown significantly, known for its modern take on classic dishes and focus on social responsibility projects.

Bisquets Obregón

Another major player, famous for its freshly baked biscuits (bisquets) and traditional Mexican breakfast options.

Breakfast: The Most Important Meal at Vips

Breakfast is arguably the star of the show at Vips, and the Mexican options are plentiful. 

The menu is designed to cater to a variety of tastes, offering hearty, traditional dishes that provide the perfect start to any day.

Breakfast Category	Popular Dishes	Description
Eggs (Huevos)	Huevos Rancheros, Huevos a la Mexicana, Huevos Divorciados, Huevos con Machaca	Classic preparations featuring eggs with salsa, scrambled with vegetables, or served with dried beef.
Chilaquiles	Chilaquiles Verdes, Chilaquiles Rojos	Fried tortilla pieces bathed in green or red salsa, topped with cream, cheese, onion, and often chicken or a fried egg.
Enchiladas	Enchiladas Suizas, Enchiladas de Mole	Rolled tortillas filled with chicken and topped with a creamy green sauce (Suizas) or a rich mole sauce.
Specialties	Molletes, Breakfast Burritos	Open-faced sandwiches with refried beans and melted cheese (Molletes), or tortillas filled with scrambled eggs and other ingredients.

Huevos (Eggs) Your Way

The egg section of the Vips menu is a tour of Mexican breakfast classics.

• Huevos Rancheros: Lightly fried eggs served on corn tortillas and smothered in a tomato-chili sauce.
• Huevos a la Mexicana: Scrambled eggs mixed with chopped tomato, onion, and jalapeño, representing the colors of the Mexican flag.
• Huevos Divorciados: Two fried eggs separated by a line of refried beans, with one covered in red salsa and the other in green salsa.

The Comfort of Chilaquiles

No Mexican breakfast menu would be complete without chilaquiles. 

Vips offers them with either red (rojo) or green (verde) salsa, allowing you to choose your preferred level of spice. 

They are typically served with a generous topping of crema, queso fresco, and sliced onions, with options to add shredded chicken or an egg for a more substantial meal.

Appetizers and Soups

Moving beyond breakfast, the Vips menu offers a selection of appetizers (entradas) and soups (sopas) that showcase traditional Mexican flavors.

Popular Appetizers

• Guacamole: Made fresh and served with tortilla chips, this is a staple for sharing.
• Queso Fundido: Melted cheese, often mixed with chorizo or mushrooms, served with tortillas for dipping.
• Sopes: Small, thick corn masa cakes topped with refried beans, cheese, salsa, and your choice of meat.

Traditional Soups

The soup selection provides comforting and flavorful options.

• Sopa de Tortilla: A rich tomato-based broth with strips of fried tortilla, avocado, cheese, and a dollop of cream.
• Consomé de Pollo: A classic chicken consommé, often served with rice, shredded chicken, and a side of lime and chopped cilantro.

Main Courses: Classic Mexican Dishes

For lunch or dinner, the Vips menu features a variety of Mexican main courses (platos fuertes) that are both satisfying and familiar to the local palate.

Main Course Category	Popular Dishes	Description
Carne Asada	Tampiqueña, Arrachera	Grilled steak served with traditional sides like enchiladas, guacamole, and rice. Arrachera (skirt steak) is a particularly popular cut.
Tacos	Tacos de Bistec, Tacos al Pastor	A selection of classic tacos, though more limited than a specialized taqueria. Perfect for a lighter meal.
Enchiladas	Enchiladas Suizas, Enchiladas Verdes, Enchiladas de Mole	A cornerstone of the menu, offered with various fillings and sauces. The enchiladas suizas are an iconic Vips dish.
Milanesa	Milanesa de Res o Pollo	A breaded and fried cutlet of beef or chicken, served with fries, salad, or rice. A comfort food favorite.

The Famous Enchiladas Suizas

One of the most talked-about items on the Vips menu is their Enchiladas Suizas. 

The name, which translates to “Swiss enchiladas,” comes from the generous use of cream and melted cheese in the green tomatillo sauce. 

This dish, also a signature at competitor Sanborns, consists of chicken-filled tortillas bathed in a mild, creamy green salsa and topped with melted Swiss-style cheese. 

It’s a creamy, tangy, and utterly comforting meal that has become synonymous with casual Mexican dining.

Desserts and Beverages

To round out your meal, Vips offers traditional Mexican desserts and drinks.

Desserts (Postres)

• Flan: A classic caramel custard, smooth and sweet.
• Pastel de Tres Leches: A sponge cake soaked in three kinds of milk: evaporated milk, condensed milk, and heavy cream.
• Arroz con Leche: A sweet and creamy rice pudding, often flavored with cinnamon.

Beverages (Bebidas)

• Horchata: A refreshing rice milk drink flavored with cinnamon.
• Jamaica: A tart and sweet drink made from hibiscus flowers.
• Café de Olla: Traditional Mexican coffee brewed with cinnamon and piloncillo (unrefined cane sugar).

Casa Fiesta Menu

Dish Name	Price (MXN)	Calories	Protein (g)
Breakfast
Chilaquiles Verdes con Pollo	$145	580	28
Huevos Rancheros	$120	450	22
Molletes con Chorizo	$110	520	25
Lunch
Tacos al Pastor (3 tacos)	$135	650	35
Enchiladas Suizas	$160	720	38
Sopa de Tortilla	$95	350	12
Quesadillas con Flor de Calabaza	$125	480	20
Dinner
Cochinita Pibil	$210	850	45
Mole Poblano con Pollo	$225	920	50
Chile Relleno	$185	680	30
Tostadas de Tinga (2 tostadas)	$140	550	26

Why Vips Remains a Favorite

So, the next time you find yourself at a Vips, you’ll know exactly what to expect from its Mexican offerings. It’s more than just a restaurant; it’s a taste of everyday life in Mexico, served with a smile.