Cantina Los Mayos – Mexican
Cantina Los Mayos transports diners to the sun-drenched Yucatan, where the vibrant energy of a traditional gathering spot meets the deep, ancestral flavors of Mayan heritage. The air carries the enticing aroma of bubbling queso fundido spiked with charred xcatic peppers, while colorful plates of crisp panuchos and lime-brightened ceviche showcase a masterful balance of crunch and citrus. It is a spirited sanctuary where every bite of a golden empanada or refreshing jicama taco feels like a soulful celebration of coastal Mexican artistry.
431, Balboa Street, San Francisco, 94118 +14155718027 https://cantinalosmayas.com0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Cantina Los Mayos
Dairy-Free at Cantina Los Mayos
Cantina Los Mayos in San Francisco has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mayan Mole con Pollo, Banderias Pilche and Cochinita Pibil. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Cantina Los Mayos
Cantina Los Mayos in San Francisco has 5 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mayan Mole con Pollo, Banderias Pilche and Banderias Plate. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Cantina Los Mayos
Cantina Los Mayos in San Francisco has 11 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Banderias Pilche, Branzino Frito and Churros (Creme Filled). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Cantina Los Mayos
Cantina Los Mayos in San Francisco has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pollo al Horno. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Cantina Los Mayos
Cantina Los Mayos in San Francisco has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pollo al Horno. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Cantina Los Mayos
Cantina Los Mayos in San Francisco has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Jicama Taco Kit (Vegan) and Ensalada de Milpa. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Cantina Los Mayos
Cantina Los Mayos in San Francisco has 4 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Churros (Creme Filled), Jicama Taco Kit (Vegan) and Ensalada de Milpa. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Cantina Los Mayos
Cantina Los Mayos in San Francisco has 2 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pollo al Horno and Jicama Taco Kit (Vegan). 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 Cantina Los Mayos
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Cochinita Pibil | 71.7 g | 33.7 g |
| Queso Fundido con Xcatic | 13.4 g | 29.4 g |
| Sopes (2) | 30.4 g | 27.5 g |
| Cantina Bowl | 70.5 g | 21.6 g |
| Empanadas de Maya | 11.6 g | 16 g |
| Quesadilla Niño (2) solo queso | 16.8 g | 11.9 g |
| Ceviche Crudo Maya | 21.3 g | 11 g |
| Pollo al Horno | 6.1 g | 3.6 g |
| Tacos de Jicama | 15.8 g | 3 g |
| Ceviche Crudo Peninsula | 30.5 g | 2.9 g |
| Churros (Creme Filled) | 42.8 g | 2.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Tacos de Mayas - $7.7: ONE Taco per order - Housemade Masa Tortilla topped with choice of filling Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sopes (2) - $17.6: Masa Cakes topped w/refried beans and choice of filling (TWO per order) Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Fundido con Xcatic - $20.9: Xcatic peppers, chorizo, and mushrooms melted in oaxaca cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Panuchos (2) - $16.5: Mayan crispy tacos filled w/refried beans with choice of filling
- Tostones (2) - $15.4: Savory fried plantains topped w/refried beans topped with choice of filling (TWO per order) Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Empanadas de Maya - $17.6: Topped w/crema, lettuce & queso fresco Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tacos de Jicama - $15.4: Thinly sliced jicama "tortilla" w/papaya, topped w/ Mayan salad, lime and light habanero Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ceviche Crudo Peninsula - $20.9: White fish crudo w/red onions, sweet potato, chile serrano, & cilantro dressed in lime juice and topped w/salmon roe on a mango puree Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ceviche Crudo Maya - $22: Shrimp & Scallop crudo w/red onion, chile serrano, pineapple, cilantro dressed in lime juice, topped w/salmon roe on a passion fruit puree Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadilla Niño (2) solo queso - $14.3: Cheese only quesadillas Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads and Soups
- Pozole Verde Soup - $16.5: Mexican stew made w/tomatillos, green chiles, & hominy Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ensalada de Milpa - $16.5: Beets & Sliced oranges mixed mint in a citrus dressing on a bed of arugula Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
Main Courses
- Cantina Bowl - $20.9: choice of topping with rice, guacamole and frijoles charro (pinto beans w/bits of stewed pork) topped with pickled onions Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal
- Pollo al Horno - $28.6: Roasted chicken Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Mayan Mole con Pollo - $28.6: Chicken with Mayan mole sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo
- Chamoro de Borrego - $39.6: Lamb shank w/smoked pepper sauce baked in banana leaves served w/side of tortillas
- Chuleta De Jabali - $33: Grilled pork chop over pureed sweet potato sauce with broccolini Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo
- Banderias Plate - $23.1: Shrimp, scallops, and octopus onions and peppers skewer served with a papaya, pineapple habanero sauce. w/rice and side salad Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Jicama Taco Kit (Vegan) - $20.9: Make Your Own Jicama Tacos (Vegan) - [4] Jicama "Tacos" with/Mayan Salad (carrots, papaya, mango, habaneros, chamoy sauce and tajin) with tomato and avocado side salad. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Banderias Pilche - $28.6: Grilled Skewers w/shrimp, scallops & octopus onions & peppers. Served w/a papaya, pineapple habanero sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline
- Branzino Frito - $44: Fried whole fish w/shrimp, scallops, mango habanero cream sauce, served w/arroz yucateca Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Cochinita Pibil - $28.6: Slow-roasted pork dish, staple of Yucatecan cuisine. Served with warm tortillas and fresh salsa. Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal
Desserts
- Churros (Creme Filled) - $13.2: Creme filled churros Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Mexican Wine Selection: Curated selection of exclusive Mexican wines Dietary tags: Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Cantina Los Mayos
- Is Cantina Los Mayos dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Cantina Los Mayos has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mayan Mole con Pollo, Banderias Pilche and Cochinita Pibil.
- What can I eat at Cantina Los Mayos on a dairy-free diet?
- Mayan Mole con Pollo, Banderias Pilche and Cochinita Pibil carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Cantina Los Mayos have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Jicama Taco Kit (Vegan) and Ensalada de Milpa.
- Is Cantina Los Mayos gluten-free?
- 5 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 Cantina Los Mayos?
- Cochinita Pibil, at roughly 33.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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