FOOD
Our kitchen focuses on enhancing and elevating simple, natural ingredients found in San Diego and throughout California using contemporary cooking sensibilities of different ethnic backgrounds.
The symbiotic culture clash of our Korean-Chinese-Mexican-American background genuinely showcases itself in Common Theory’s ambiance, food, and drinks; demonstrating one common story of many of what it means to be Californian.
BROWSE FOOD MENU:
SPECIALS
Birria Tacos $17
House-made Beef Birria, Watermelon Radish, Onion, Cotija, Cilantro, Avocado Salsa. Served with a side of Frijoles Puercos and a cup of Birria broth!
(available Tuesdays only!)
(A #TacoTuesday special brought to you by our kitchen team member Juan! Enjoy! Available Tuesdays only until they sell out!)
Birria Nachos $18
House-made Beef Birria, Jalapeño, Cheese Sauce, House made Pico de Gallo, Cilantro, Avocado Salsa.
(available Tuesdays only!)
SHAREABLE APPETIZERS
Duck Fat Fries $22
Shoe String Fries tossed in Duck Fat topped with Shredded Duck Confit, Fried Egg, Gravy, & Scallions.
Sesame Fried Shishitos $12
Chili Peanut Sauce, Bacon, Sesame Seeds, Fresh Herbs.
CT Sausage Board $24
Rabbit, Goat and Cheddar, Boar, House Pickles, Sauerkraut, Grilled Levain.
(*Ask your server for a beer pairing)
Crispy Calamari $18
Banana Peppers, Szechuan Spice, Fresh Herbs, CT Cocktail Sauce, Grilled Lemon.
Crispy Chicken Wings $16
Tossed in your choice of: Salt & Pepper, Smoked Maple BBQ, Mango Habanero, OR Hellfire.
(*6pc/1 sauce)
Buffalo Cauliflower $15
Rice Flour, Buffalo Sauce, House Ranch, Green Onions.
(*Vegan without Ranch)
Hummus Platter $15
House Made Chipotle Hummus, Mint Yogurt, Fresh Tomatoes and Cucumbers, Corn Salad, Garlic Naan Bread.
Fried Brussels $15
Miso Honey Mustard, Bacon, Pickled Golden Raisins, Goat Cheese, Black and White Sesame Seeds.
(*Ask for Vegan/Vegetarian opt.)
Baked Pork Belly Mac & Cheese $17
Crispy Pork Belly, Bacon, Beer cheese, House Cheese Blend, Caramelized Onions, Green Onions, Thyme Breadcrumbs.
Pretzel Balls $15
IPA Mustard, Beer Cheese.
(*Vegetarian, Vegan w/o Beer Cheese or Butter)
Tom Ka Mussels $24
Fresh P.E.I. Mussels - 1LB, House made Tom Ka Broth, Chinese Sausage, Fresh Cilantro.
CHOOSE A SIDE:
Fries, Toasted Baguette, OR Steamed Rice.
White Wine Mussels $23
Fresh P.E.I. Mussels - 1LB, white wine, butter, garlic, shallots, basil.
Add: ”Hell Fire” – add our Hellfire hot sauce to give it some heat.
CHOOSE A SIDE: Fries, Toasted Baguette, OR Steamed Rice.
Salads + Flatbreads
*ADD Grilled Chicken Thigh +$7.00
*ADD Szechuan Hot-Fried Chicken +$8.00
*ADD Seared Salmon +$10.00
*ADD Smoked Tri-Tip +$10.00
*ADD Avocado +$2.00
Cranberry Apple Salad $17
Mixed Tuscan Greens, Apple Honey Vinaigrette, Fennel, Goat Cheese, Dried Cranberries, Fuji Apples, Candied Walnuts.
Caesar Salad $16
Romaine Lettuce, House-made dressing, Parmesan Cheese, Thyme Bread Crumbs.
Thai Chicken Salad $20
Spicy Peanut Dressing, Fresh Thai Basil, Cilantro, Red Cabbage, Mandarin Oranges, Toasted Peanuts, Wonton Strips.
*Salad comes with chicken*
House Salad $17
Mixed Tuscan Greens, Champagne Basil Vinaigrette, Red Onions, Strawberries, Celery, Goat Cheese, Candied Walnuts.
Make Any Salad Into A Meal for Two, or Three!
CHOOSE YOUR PROTEIN:
* ADD Grilled Chicken Thigh +7.00
* ADD Szechuan Hot-Fried Chicken+8.00
* ADD Smoked Tri-Tip +10.00
* ADD Seared Salmon +10.00
* ADD Avocado +2.00
Margherita Flatbread $16
Slow-Roasted Tomato Sauce, House Cheese Blend, Fresh Basil Ricotta, Parmesan.
Chinese Sausage Flatbread $16
House Sausage Blend, Arrabiata Sauce, House Cheese Blend, Parmesan, Basil.
Salami and Cheese Flatbread $17
Slow Roasted Tomato Sauce, Garlic, House Cheese Blend, Parmesan, Basil.
BBQ Chicken Flatbread $17
Gojuchang BBQ sauce, House Cheese Blend, Red Onions, Corn Salad, Pickled Shishitos, Cilantro, Crispy Onions.
Burgers + Sandwiches
INCLUDES: a house dill pickle spear.
CHOOSE A SIDE: Fries, Coleslaw or Mac Salad
or +$4.00 House Salad/Cranberry Apple Salad/Caesar Salad,
or +$5.00 Thai Chicken Salad
ADD-ONS:
*ADD Bacon Strips +$2.50
*ADD Egg +$2.00
*ADD Avocado +$2.00
*ADD Angus Burger Patty +$10.00
CT Burger $18
1/2 # Premium Burger Blend, Iceberg Lettuce, Caramelized Onions, Tomatoes, Kimchi House Spread, Garlic Aioli, American Cheese, Brioche Bun.
Szechuan Hot-Fried Chicken $18
Szechuan Peppercorn Fried Chicken Thigh, Szechuan Oil, House Made Kimchi Cabbage Slaw, Brioche Bun.
*Available Grilled
LEVEL-UP MODS:
“To Hell-N-Back” – smothered with our Hellfire hot sauce +2.00
“Texan Style” – dipped in Smoked Maple BBQ sauce +2.00
Smoked Tri-Tip $21
House-Smoked Tri-Tip, Beer Cheese, Horseradish Sauce, Garlic Aioli, Crispy Onions, Brioche Bun.
Wagyu Ribeye Burger $21
1/2# A5 Wagyu, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Blue Cheese, Caramelized Onions, Gojuchang Mayo, Garlic Aioli.
Tuna Salad Sandwich $19
Albacore Tuna, Chipotle, Roasted Shishito Aioli, Avocado, Cucumbers, Pickled Red Cabbage, Whole Grain Mustard, Arugula, Grilled Levain.
Bulgogi Cheesesteak $19
Korean Style Marinated Beef, Bell Peppers, Caramelized Onions, Pickled Jalapeno, Swiss Cheese, Artisan Lettuce, Garlic Aioli, Grilled Demi Baguette.
Black Bean Burger
House-made Quinoa and Black Bean Patty, Spicy Aioli, Cheese Blend, Arugula, Brioche Bun.
*VEGETARIAN
Bowls + Entrees
Bulgogi Rice Bowl $18
Korean-Style Marinated Beef, Steamed Rice, Kimchi, Bean Sprouts, Sunny-Side Up Egg.
Salmon Rice Bowl $20
Crispy Seared Salmon, Pickled Daikon, Soy-Sesame Cucumbers, Buttered Rice, Shishito Lemon Pepper Aioli.
Pork Sisig Rice Bowl $18
Crispy Pork Belly, Red Onion, Jalapeno, Green Chile, Cilantro, Calamansi-Soy Sauce, Buttered Garlic Rice, Cucumber-Tomato Salad, Sunny Side Up Egg, Green Onion.
Chicken Katsu Plate $18
Breaded Chicken Thigh, Furikake Mac Salad, Kimchi Slaw, House Katsu Sauce, Steamed Rice.
Kimchi Fried Rice $16
Fried Rice, Bacon, Dashida, Chopped Kimchi, Garlic, Onions, Butter, Sunny-Side Egg, Furikake.
CHOOSE YOUR PROTEIN:
* ADD Duck Confit +$10.00
* ADD Grilled Chicken Thigh +$7.00
* ADD Szechuan Hot-Fried Chicken Thigh +$8.00
* ADD Smoked Tri-Tip +$10.00
* ADD Salmon +$10.00
* ADD Avocado +2.00
* ADD Another Egg +2.00
Birria Tacos $17
House-made Beef Birria, Watermelon Radish, Onion, Cotija, Cilantro, Avocado Salsa. Served with a side of Frijoles Puercos and a cup of Birria broth!
(available Tuesdays only!)
(A #TacoTuesday special brought to you by our kitchen team member Juan! Enjoy! Available Tuesdays only until they sell out!)
Birria Nachos $18
House-made Beef Birria, Jalapeno Cheese Sauce, House made Pico-de-Gallo, Cilantro, Avocado Salsa.
(available Tuesdays only!)
Don’t forget about DESSERT!
CT 9 Anniversary Bread Pudding $7
Tropical Black Tea Bread Pudding, Banana, Toasted Coconut, Salted Caramel Ice Cream
Caramel Toffee Cake $9
Bourbon Maple Cream Cheese, Fresh Strawberries, Candied Walnuts, Powdered Sugar.
House Made Paleta $3
Ready to chill? A seasonal 'Ice Pop' can cool you off. Ask your server about available flavors.
Add an extra for $2.
FEELING EXTRA SWEET?
$8 “SEND A BEER” to the kitchen staff!
We use this kind gesture to plan fun outings for our back of the house staff and to provide them extra tips!
KID'S MENU
All Day
** 20% Gratuity is automatically added on checks for parties of 6+
** Maximum 4-way split checks regardless of party size. (Pro-Tip: Venmo your friends!)