CHICO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT – Mexican
A roadside Tex-Mex room on US-17 in San Mateo, in Putnam County, family-owned and open Tuesday through Sunday from late morning to early evening. Chips and salsa are the calling card, and regulars have been known to ask whether jars can be shipped out of state. Fajitas draw the loudest and most consistent praise. Burritos and tacos are built to order with ground beef, chicken, grilled steak, barbacoa or shrimp on soft corn, crunchy corn or flour tortillas. Diners describe a small, tidy room and staff who learn names and usual orders. Takeout and delivery run alongside the dining room.
731 HWY 17 S, SAN MATEO, FL, 32187 386-329-8000 https://restaurantesmexicanosfamosos.com/restaurante/chicos-mexican-restaurant0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, high-protein, low-sodium, paleo, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, renal, tlc, soy-free
Diet fit at CHICO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT
Dairy-Free at CHICO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT
CHICO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT in San Mateo has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Mole Poblano. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at CHICO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT
CHICO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT in San Mateo has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Mole Poblano. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at CHICO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT
CHICO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT in San Mateo has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Carnitas Tacos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at CHICO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT
CHICO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT in San Mateo has 1 low-sodium-tagged dish on its current menu, including Carnitas Tacos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Paleo at CHICO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT
CHICO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT in San Mateo has 1 paleo-tagged dish on its current menu, including Mole Poblano. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Whole30 at CHICO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT
CHICO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT in San Mateo has 1 whole30-tagged dish on its current menu, including Mole Poblano. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Anti-Inflammatory at CHICO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT
CHICO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT in San Mateo has 1 anti-inflammatory-tagged dish on its current menu, including Carnitas Tacos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
DASH Sodium-Reduced at CHICO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT
CHICO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT in San Mateo has 1 dash sodium-reduced-tagged dish on its current menu, including Carnitas Tacos. 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 CHICO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Mole Poblano | 96.8 g | 106.4 g |
| Carnitas Tacos | 0 g | 18.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Appetizers
- Carnitas Tacos - $15: Juicy pork carnitas served with green salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Mole Poblano - $18: Traditional Mexican mole with a complex blend of flavors and spices Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gratinated Enchiladas - $16.5: Soft tortillas filled with stew and topped with melted cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about CHICO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT
- Is CHICO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. CHICO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Mole Poblano.
- What can I eat at CHICO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT on a dairy-free diet?
- Mole Poblano carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Is CHICO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT gluten-free?
- 1 dish is 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 CHICO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT?
- Mole Poblano, at roughly 106.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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