Celia's Mexican Restaurant – Mexican
Vibrant and welcoming, this neighborhood gem hums with the energy of shared laughter and the irresistible aroma of sizzling spices and melted cheese. Tables overflow with golden-fried Chimichanguitas and loaded Nachos Rancheros, inviting guests to dive into generous samplers that celebrate the bold, festive heart of Mexican comfort cooking. Whether you are crunching into a zesty jalapeño popper or sharing a plate of savory wings, the atmosphere remains effortlessly spirited, making every meal feel like a communal celebration.
3740, West El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306 +16508430643 https://www.celiasrestaurants.com/location/palo-alto/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, vegan, high-protein, dairy-free, nut-free, pescatarian, low-sodium, plant-based, whole30, paleo, heart-healthy, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, gerd, high-fiber, atkins, alkaline, zone, volumetrics, tlc, renal, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Combo Appetizer - $19.95: Quesadilla, guacamole, lettuce, chimichanguitas and regular nachos Available at: dinner, lunch
- Celia’s Sampler - $22.95: Quesadilla, nachos, chimichanguitas, hot wings, and jalapeño poppers. Served with ranch dressing & guacamole Available at: dinner, lunch
- Regular Nachos - $19.25: Corn tortilla chips, beans, jalapeño peppers, melted cheese and chopped tomato Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos Rancheros - $21.95: Corn tortilla chips, choice of meat, beans, melted cheese, chopped tomato, jalapeño peppers, guacamole and sour cream
- Quesadillas - $17.25: Flour tortillas stuffed with melted cheese. Served with guacamole & lettuce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajita Quesadillas - $23.25: Giant flour tortilla, cheese, sautéed onions, bell peppers, choice of chicken or steak
- Chimichanguitas - $17.25: Deep-fried flour tortillas filled with chicken or picadillo. Served with guacamole and lettuce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Jalapeño Poppers - $16.45: Mild jalapeño peppers stuffed with cheese, breaded and deep fried Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Celia’s Hot Wings - $17.45: Nine wings served with ranch dressing, carrot and celery sticks
- Morillos - $20.75: Shrimp wrapped in bacon with melted jack cheese, tomatoes, jalapenos, and onions
Salads and Soups
- Garden Salad - $13.45: Fresh lettuce, carrots, cucumbers, tomato, mushrooms, avocado slices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
- Grilled Chicken Salad - $17.45: Fresh lettuce, carrots, cucumbers, tomato, mushrooms, avocado slices with grilled chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb
- Seafood Salad - $21.45: Baby shrimp & real crab meat mixed with lettuce, tomatoes, avocado slices and jack cheese
- Tortilla Soup (Large) - $11.25: Onions, tomatoes, cilantro, avocado and cheese
- Albondigas - $16.95: Meatball stew with vegetables
Main Courses
- Expresso Burrito - $25.25: Giant tortilla with rice, beans, cheese, choice of meat, guacamole, onions, tomatoes, parmesan and special sauce
- Carne Asada - $28.45: Flank steak cooked over broiler, served with rice, beans, lettuce, guacamole, pico de gallo and tortillas
- Arroz con Pollo - $26.25: Boneless chicken breast sautéed in special sauce with mushrooms, tomatoes, onions over rice and melted cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Camarones al Mojo de Ajo - $28.25: Butterflied prawns and mushrooms sautéed in butter, garlic, onions and spices Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Chile Verde - $22.45: Pork stew served with rice and beans
- Fajitas Supremas - $32.45: Steak, chicken and shrimp sizzling hot over sautéed onions, carrots and bell peppers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium
Sides
- Spanish Rice - $8.05 Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal
- Refried Beans - $8.05: Served with three tortillas Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC
- Side of Guacamole - $7.05 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline
- French Fries - $9.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal
Desserts
- Celia's Flan - $8.95: Homemade vanilla custard with a fried sugar topping Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fried Ice Cream - $9.25: Deep fried breaded vanilla ice cream with chocolate or strawberry sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Churros - $12.95: Pastry sticks with cinnamon sugar, vanilla ice cream and caramel syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Horchata - $3: Refreshing rice drink with a hint of cinnamon
- Soft Drinks - $1.5: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Root Beer, Lemonade
- Mexican Beer - $6: Tecate, Corona, Dos Equis, Pacifico, Modelo Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
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