Cali Burrito – Mexican
Sun-drenched flavors and the laid-back spirit of the West Coast collide in this vibrant eatery, where the air is thick with the savory scent of slow-simmered proteins and zesty, house-made salsas. Each oversized wrap serves as a culinary roadmap of the California coastline, from the rugged Mendocino to the bold El Dorado, elevated by rotating daily inspirations like the smoky El Barbacoarrito Vegano and artisanal quesos. It is a place where the casual energy of a surf shack meets a passion for bold Mexican fare, inviting diners to savor a hand-held masterpiece in an atmosphere of pure coastal cool.
Reading Road +16103511791 https://www.caliburrito.comRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at Cali Burrito
Dairy-Free at Cali Burrito
Cali Burrito in Greater London has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day, The Nepenthe and Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Cali Burrito
Cali Burrito in Greater London has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guacamole and Salsa of the Week. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Cali Burrito
Cali Burrito in Greater London has 18 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The Arcata, Rice and Bean Combo and The Cardiff. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Cali Burrito
Cali Burrito in Greater London has 4 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The Sonoma, The Santa Barbara and The Old Monterey. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Cali Burrito
Cali Burrito in Greater London has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The Sonoma, The Santa Barbara and The Zeda. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Cali Burrito
Cali Burrito in Greater London has 7 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day, The Nepenthe and Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Cali Burrito
Cali Burrito in Greater London has 18 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The Arcata, The Cardiff and Queso of the Day. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Cali Burrito
Cali Burrito in Greater London has 10 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Queso of the Day, Soup of the Day and The Santa Cruz. 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 Cali Burrito
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Taco Salad | 0 g | 76.6 g |
| Ground Beef Taco | 25.6 g | 62.5 g |
| The Old Monterey | 48.9 g | 51.7 g |
| The El Dorado | 53.8 g | 49.8 g |
| The Mendocino | 57 g | 49 g |
| The Zeda | 17.3 g | 46 g |
| Burrito of the Week: El Barbacoarrito Vegano | 20.7 g | 43.3 g |
| The Santa Barbara | 17.8 g | 43 g |
| The Sonoma | 15.2 g | 40.4 g |
| The Humboldt | 43.7 g | 35 g |
| The Shasta | 28.9 g | 29.3 g |
| The Nepenthe | 52.5 g | 27.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its fair pricing and reliable menu, guests appreciate the consistent quality that meets expectations for a satisfying meal. Diners highlight the adequate portion sizes and straightforward flavors, noting that the experience offers a dependable and balanced dining option for those seeking value.
Menu
Specials
- Burrito of the Week: El Barbacoarrito Vegano - $8.99: Beer braised seitan & tofu, ginger scallion smashed sweet potatoes, chili lime roasted corn, roasted habanero mustard sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salsa of the Week - $1.5: Chipotle, roasted garlic & honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Queso of the Day - $4.5: Chipotle, Roasted Corn & Black Bean, topped with pickled jalapenos Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day - $5.5: Vegan Creole Sweet Potato & Corn, topped with sliced scallions Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Cali Burrito Specialties
Served with homemade chips.
- The Big Sur - $11.99: steak, pinto beans, white rice, ranchero sauce and cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Old Monterey - $11.5: chicken, black beans, white rice, cheese and guacamole Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The El Dorado - $11.5: pork, pinto beans, white rice, ranchero sauce and cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Mendocino - $10.99: ground beef, pinto beans, white rice, cheese and pico de gallo Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Cortez - $12.99: sauteed shrimp, zesty pepper sauce, white rice, pinto beans and cabbage Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Humboldt - $10.5: smoked tofu, black beans, brown rice, sour cream & cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Cambria - $10.5: grilled veggies, black beans, brown rice, guacamole & cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Nepenthe - $10.5: falafel, white rice, black beans, pickles, tahini sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Shasta - $10.5: seitan, zesty pepper sauce, brown rice, black beans and cabbage Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Breakfast Burritos
Served All Day
- The Arcata - $9.99: curried tofu scramble, potatoes, homemade ranchero sauce, black beans and cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Huevos Grande - $9.5: eggs, potatoes, homemade ranchero sauce, black beans, and cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Add bacon Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory
Tacos
Two tacos per order. Served in a crispy corn tortilla wrapped in a soft flour tortilla with cheese, pico de gallo, cilantro-lime dressing and chips.
- The San Diego - $10.99: deep fried cod and shredded cabbage Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Sonoma - $9.5: ground beef, cheese and lettuce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Santa Barbara - $10.5: chicken, lettuce, guacamole and cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Santa Cruz - $9.5: smoked tofu, cheese and cabbage Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Zeda - $10.5: pork, cheese, and lettuce Dietary tags: Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Quesadillas
- The Purest - $7.99: Cali cheese blend Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Manresa - $11.5: steak, grilled veggies, and cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Carmel - $9.99: ground beef and cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Capitola - $10.5: chicken and cheese Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Cardiff - $9.99: smoked tofu, grilled veggies, and cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Taco Salad - $8.99: lettuce, cheese, pico de gallo, black beans with a cilantro lime dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
Kids
For the Grommets (kids under 6)
- Cheese Quesadilla - $5.5: flour tortilla, cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bean and Cheese Burrito - $5.5: flour tortilla, beans, cheese Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ground Beef Taco - $5.5: flour tortilla, ground beef Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Chips - $2.5: homemade mix of corn and flour tortillas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guacamole - $6.5: 8 oz. of freshly made guac Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice and Bean Combo - $4.5: choice of white or brown rice and black or pinto beans Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium, Volumetrics, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side of Potatoes - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- 12 oz. Salsa - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline
Frequently Asked Questions about Cali Burrito
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The menu supports diverse diets including vegan, keto, gluten-free, paleo, whole30, vegetarian, high-protein, and various health-focused options like heart-healthy and low-carb.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- First-time visitors can expect budget-friendly Mexican cuisine featuring oversized wraps, consistent quality, and a vast selection of dietary-friendly menu options.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Cali Burrito has an average rating of 3.0/5, with guests noting its consistent quality and fair pricing.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Menu options include vegan El Barbacoarrito Vegano, keto and low-carb bacon, and gluten-free choices like The Mendocino and rice and beans.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- The restaurant offers a vibrant, casual surf-shack atmosphere with sun-drenched flavors, though reviews focus more on its reliable, budget-friendly dining.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Customers appreciate the restaurant's fair pricing, consistent quality, and adequate portion sizes, resulting in a dependable 3.0/5 rated dining experience.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Budget-conscious diners seeking reliable Mexican flavors and diverse dietary options like vegan, keto, and gluten-free will enjoy this casual eatery.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly Mexican eatery is recognized for its fair pricing, consistent quality, and extensive dietary options despite its 3.0/5 rating.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The menu accommodates diverse diets with vegan, keto, gluten-free, and high-protein options like the El Barbacoarrito Vegano and The Mendocino.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This budget-friendly ($) Mexican eatery offers a casual dining experience characterized by a laid-back surf shack atmosphere and fair pricing.
- Is Cali Burrito dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Cali Burrito has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day, The Nepenthe and Guacamole.
- What can I eat at Cali Burrito on a dairy-free diet?
- Soup of the Day, The Nepenthe and Guacamole carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Cali Burrito have vegan options?
- Yes. 7 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Soup of the Day and The Nepenthe.
- Is Cali Burrito 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 Cali Burrito?
- Taco Salad, at roughly 76.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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