Barrio – Mexican
Barrio pulses with a vibrant neighborhood energy, where the smoky aroma of toasted chilies and slow-cooked meats invites guests into a lively, eclectic space. The kitchen masterfully bridges the gap between bold Mexican street food and soulful Southern comfort, serving up everything from zesty chilaquiles and creative, overstuffed tacos to velvety shrimp and grits. Every dish captures a playful, boundary-pushing spirit that transforms a casual meal into a spirited celebration of flavor.
University Square, Columbus, Ohio 43210 https://barrio-tacos.com/Rating: 2/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 12:00 AM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM - 1:00 AM
- Monday - Thursday
- 3:00 PM - 12:00 AM
- Friday
- 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM
What diners are saying
Guests are drawn to the menu with high expectations for a premium dining experience, often looking for a balance between sophisticated food quality and attentive service. While reviewers highlight the potential for a memorable meal,
Menu
Brunch Plates
- BBQ Pork Tostada - $12: corn hard tortilla, refried black beans, pulled pork, corn salsa, over-easy egg, salsa verde Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Chilaquiles - $13: tortilla chips, salsa roja, cilantro, onions, queso fresco, fried egg, choice of protein Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- French Toast Sticks - $9: french toast sticks, cinnamon sugar, cream cheese dip Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pork + Grits - $14: cheddar grits, bbq pork, smoked cheddar, sour cream, guacamole, fried onions Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Shrimp + Grits - $15: cheddar grits, jalapeno-lime shrimp, chorizo, smoked cheddar, cilantro-lime aioli, sriracha Dietary tags: High-Protein, GERD-Friendly Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Brunch Tacos
- Americano Taco - $5: flour tortilla, roja crema, scrambled eggs, bacon, pico de gallo, crunch with a kick, cheddar cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Dirty Scrambler Taco - $5: flour tortilla, scrambled eggs, beer-braised black beans, cilantro, onions, queso blanco, cilantro lime rice, dirty sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- The Cowboy Taco - $6: flour tortilla, cola marinated steak, fiesta potatoes, queso fresco, over-easy egg, fried onions, chipotle honey bbq Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
El Jefe's Selecciones
- Freakin' Vegan - $14: corn soft shell, guacamole, impossible chorizo, hash potatoes, caramelized onions, poblanos, corn salsa, salsa verde Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Dip - $15: flour shell, tender ribeye, caramelized onions, monterey jack, horsey sauce, fried onions, au jus Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smashburger Taco - $13: flour shell, crumbled bacon, American cheese, smash burger, lettuce, pico de gallo, pickles, mac sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Codfather - $14: flour shell, guacamole, cilantro-lime rice, blackened cod, pineapple salsa, mango habanero Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Bacon Ranch - $13: bombshell shell, spice-rubbed chicken, monterey jack, lettuce, pico de gallo, avocado ranch Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- La Tierra - $15: bombshell shell, cola marinated steak, pan-seared portobellos, caramelized onions, poblanos, monterey jack, secret sauce, cilantro-lime aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crunchy Chipotle Chicken - $13: flour shell, crumbled bacon, chicken in chipotle enchilada sauce, smoked cheddar, lettuce, pico de gallo, avocado ranch, widow chips Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- El Jefe Loco - $14: dub shell, chorizo, spice-rubbed chicken, queso fresco, smoked cheddar, pico de gallo, corn salsa, chipotle honey bbq, salsa roja Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Jalapeño Popper Queso - $11: jalapeño cheddar queso, candied bacon, smoked cheddar, avocado ranch, pickled jalapeño Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Habanero Guacamole - $10: monterey jack, bacon habanero jam Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Honey Guacamole - $10: queso fresco, hot honey, bacon Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pineapple Guacamole - $9: mango habanero Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Traditional Guacamole - $8: avocado, lime, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chorizo Queso - $9: spicy spanish sausage, house queso Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Elote Queso - $9: corn, spices, house queso Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Enchilada Queso - $10: enchilada chicken, bacon, smoked cheddar, pico de gallo, widow chips, avocado ranch Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loaded Potato Queso - $10: hash potatoes, bacon, smoked cheddar, widow chips, avocado ranch Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salsa Con Queso - $8: house queso, salsa roja, scallions Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Cilantro-Lime Rice - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Beans - $3 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thick Cut Bacon - $4 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Pickled Jalapeños - $1 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Barrio Paloma - $12: Espolon Reposado, fresh lime juice, grapefruit, agave nectar, hibiscus salt Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Casa Margarita - $10: Sauza Blue Reposado, 100% Blue Agave tequila
- Coco Loco - $13: Cabo Wabo Blanco, Orange Liqueur, agave nectar, lime, coconut water, ginger sugar rim
- Bloody Maria - $11: house mix, Sauza Blue Reposado, thick-cut bacon, dirty stuffed olive, lime, salt + black pepper rim
- Blackberry Bourbon Lemonade - $12: Old Forester, stirrings ginger liqueur, blackberry puree, lemon juice, lemonade Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Dream To Me Mocktail - $7: cranberry-agave puree, lime juice, mint leaves, ginger beer, ginger-sugar rim Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
Frequently Asked Questions about Barrio
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Barrio accommodates mixed dietary needs with extensive options including keto, vegan, gluten-free, and high-protein dishes like Hot Honey Guacamole and Chilaquiles.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular menu highlights include BBQ Pork Tostadas, Chilaquiles, Shrimp + Grits, and creative tacos like The Cowboy and Smashburger Taco.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu is extensive, featuring diverse Mexican-Southern fusion dishes and accommodating over thirty dietary preferences including keto, vegan, and gluten-free.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- This budget-friendly ($) restaurant offers low prices, though its 2.0/5 rating suggests guests may find the food quality and service lacking.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly Mexican restaurant distinguishes itself by blending traditional street food with Southern comfort, though it currently holds a 2.0/5 rating.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided data for Barrio does not contain information regarding the specific number of reviews the restaurant has received.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Barrio features a vibrant neighborhood energy and a lively, eclectic space that blends casual Mexican street food with soulful comfort.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- Barrio is a budget-friendly ($) casual dining spot featuring a lively neighborhood energy, vibrant atmosphere, and Mexican street food.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- With a 2.0/5 rating, this budget-friendly spot offers a lively, eclectic atmosphere suitable for casual dates rather than premium special occasions.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- Barrio is currently operational and can be reached through their official website at https://barrio-tacos.com/ for more information.
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