Expanded Mid-Week Schedule
By popular demand, our rustic kitchen and autumn harvest market are now open mid-week. Come savor seasonal Mexican warmth, slow-braised comforts, and fresh provisions every Wednesday.
Hot Kitchen Specials · Autumn Harvest Provisions · Walk-ins Welcome
An extra day to explore, shop, and enjoy your favorites. With the Red Barn Flea Market now bustling four days a week, your weekend routine starts earlier and lingers longer. Whether you are strolling the vendor avenues for vintage curiosities, fresh produce, or handmade goods, our warm kitchen is ready to anchor your visit.
Please note: while the Red Barn Flea Market grounds welcome shoppers from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, El Tío Carlos runs continuous counter service throughout market days. You can comfortably pause your shopping run anytime to pull up a stool or grab dishes to go.
9:00 AM – 4:00 PMGeneral market shopping grounds. Restaurant counter operates concurrently for dine-in & takeout.
Three distinctive culinary traditions prepared in limited weekend batches throughout November. Individual serving schedules and availability details apply per dish below.

Traditional slow-simmered beef shank stew prepared with bone-in cuts, fresh chayote, sweet corn cobs, squash, and rich aromatic broth. Accompanied by warm handmade corn tortillas.
Serving Schedule: Featured Wednesdays in November while supplies last
Price: $15 per bowl

Tender chicken quarter bathed in complex, handcrafted artisanal Puebla-style mole with roasted chiles and bittersweet chocolate. Served with savory Mexican yellow rice and fresh homemade tortillas.
Availability: Saturday & Sunday Only
Price: $16

Four crispy griddled corn tortillas infused with rich chili broth, packed with melted quesillo cheese, slow-braised beef, finely chopped white onions, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.
Pricing: $15 Main Order | +$3 Consomé
Schedule: Weekend Kitchen Feature