Bartaco – Mexican
This breezy, coastal-inspired escape transports diners to a sun-drenched boardwalk where the air is perfumed with charred corn and zesty citrus. Vibrant street-style tacos like tender mojo pork and smoky pulpo al pastor take center stage alongside bowls of creamy esquites and golden plantains, creating a relaxed, communal feast that feels like a perpetual summer afternoon.
464, North Midvale Boulevard, Madison, WI, 53705 +16086208226 https://bartaco.com/location/madison/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Bartaco
Dairy-Free at Bartaco
Bartaco in Madison has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chopped Salad, Ready-to-Eat Rice Bowls and Salsa Verde + Chips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Bartaco
Bartaco in Madison has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chopped Salad and Plantains. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Bartaco
Bartaco in Madison has 8 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chopped Salad, Ready-to-Eat Rice Bowls and Salsa Verde + Chips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Bartaco
Bartaco in Madison has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chopped Salad and Esquites. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Bartaco
Bartaco in Madison has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chopped Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Bartaco
Bartaco in Madison has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chopped Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Bartaco
Bartaco in Madison has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chopped Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Bartaco
Bartaco in Madison has 10 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chopped Salad, Ready-to-Eat Rice Bowls and Salsa Verde + Chips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Bartaco
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chopped Salad | 1.4 g | 62.3 g |
| Esquites | 25.9 g | 26.7 g |
| Mojo Pork Tacos | 7.6 g | 20.2 g |
| Roasted Chicken Family Pack | 39.7 g | 17.9 g |
| Taco Family Pack | 62.2 g | 8 g |
| Ready-to-Eat Rice Bowls | 35 g | 6.6 g |
| Pork Tamale | 10.1 g | 5.5 g |
| Bartaco Margarita | 5.6 g | 0.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Family Packs
Feed the whole gang with a family pack. Each pack feeds four.
- Taco Family Pack - $59.5: Choice of taco fillings, served with salsa verde, chips, and choice of 3 sides. Feeds four. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Chicken Family Pack - $59.5: Roasted chicken served with salsa verde, chips, and choice of 3 sides. Feeds four. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Renal
Main Courses
- Pork Tamale: Retro pork tamale Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal
- Mojo Pork Tacos: Slow roasted pork with mojo sauce
- Pulpo al Pastor Taco: Octopus prepared al pastor style
- Ready-to-Eat Rice Bowls: Individually packaged rice bowls with choice of protein, includes a 12oz soft drink. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers and Sides
- Guacamole + Chips: Fresh guacamole served with house-made chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salsa Verde + Chips: Tomatillo salsa verde with house-made chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Plantains: Fried plantains Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Esquites: Mexican street corn off the cob Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chopped Salad: Fresh chopped salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
Beverages
- Bartaco Margarita: Classic house margarita Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Rainy Day Margarita - $8: Special price margarita available during rain Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Watermelon Mint Margarita: Seasonal summer margarita Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Open Water: Ultra-purified, electrolyte-enhanced canned water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Bartaco
- Is Bartaco dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Bartaco has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chopped Salad, Ready-to-Eat Rice Bowls and Salsa Verde + Chips.
- What can I eat at Bartaco on a dairy-free diet?
- Chopped Salad, Ready-to-Eat Rice Bowls and Salsa Verde + Chips carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Bartaco have vegan options?
- Yes. 10 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Chopped Salad and Ready-to-Eat Rice Bowls.
- Is Bartaco gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Bartaco?
- Chopped Salad, at roughly 62.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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