Cholita Linda – Mexican
Stepping into this vibrant, sun-drenched space feels like a festive escape to a bustling Latin American marketplace, where the air hums with energy and the scent of citrus-marinated meats. The kitchen turns out golden-battered Baja fish tacos and pressed sandwiches overflowing with succulent, slow-roasted lechon, offering a kaleidoscope of bold flavors that dance across the palate with every zesty, spice-kissed bite.
Cholita Linda, Ferry Plaza, Financial District, San Francisco, California, 94111, United States https://cholitalinda.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Tacos
- Baja Fish Taco: crispy fried fish, salsa roja, cabbage slaw, baja crema Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Pollo Taco: spit-roasted free range chicken, salsa roja, onions, cabbage slaw, baja crema
- Carne Asada Taco: steak, chipotle salsa, onions, cabbage slaw, baja crema
- Carnitas Taco: slow braised pork, chipotle salsa, onions, cabbage slaw, baja crema Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Tofu Taco: seasoned organic tofu, salsa roja, cabbage slaw, baja crema Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Sandwiches
- Cubano: pulled pork shoulder, black forest ham, mustard, pickles, aioli and Swiss cheese on grilled French bread
- Papito: steak, plantains, caramelized onions, organic arugula, aioli and Swiss cheese on grilled French bread Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber
- Asado: peruvian style roast beef, caramelized onions, organic arugula, aioli and jack cheese on grilled French bread
- Lechon: pulled pork shoulder, sweet potato, salsa criolla, organic arugula, aioli on grilled French bread
- Papito Tofu: seasoned organic tofu, plantains, caramelized onions, organic arugula, aioli and Swiss cheese on grilled French bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber
- Chica Pica: marinated chicken, slaw, chipotle aioli, and Swiss cheese on grilled French bread
Salads
- Ensalada: organic mixed greens, black beans, crispy tortilla strips, salsa, crema, cotija cheese, light vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Main Courses
- Pollo Cholita: Free range boneless chicken thighs with herbs and spices, rice, choice of beans, organic salad and plantains
- Chicharron Pollo: crispy pieces of free range chicken thighs topped with salsa criolla, rice, pinto or black beans, organic salad and plantains
- Pescado Frito: Fried fish topped with salsa criolla, rice, pinto or black beans, organic salad and plantains Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Picadillo Plate: stewed Niman Ranch ground beef with peppers, tomatoes, onions, spanish olives and raisins, rice, black or pinto beans, plantains and organic salad Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Sides
- French Fries: Crispy, golden-brown fries seasoned with Cholita's unique blend of spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal
- Sweet Potato Fries: Crispy sweet potato fries seasoned with Cholita's signature spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Slow-Carb
- Chips & Guac: Crispy tortilla chips served with creamy guacamole Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Rice & Black Beans: Fluffy rice served with savory black beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Tostones con Picadillo: Crispy tostones topped with flavorful picadillo and zesty dipping sauce
- Plantains: Sweet, golden fried plantains Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Rice & Pinto Beans: Fluffy rice served with hearty pinto beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Chips & Salsa: Crispy tortilla chips served with fresh salsa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal
- Small Black Beans: Savory black beans slow-cooked with spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Yuca Frita: Crispy yuca fries Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Small Pinto Beans: Savory pinto beans seasoned and slow-cooked Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
- Chips: Crispy tortilla chips, lightly salted Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal
- Guacamole: Creamy guacamole with lime, cilantro, and spice
- Small Organic Salad: Fresh organic salad with garden greens, tomatoes, and cucumbers Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline
- Small Rice: Fluffy, perfectly cooked rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Pico de Gallo: Fresh tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and lime
Desserts
- Maizena de Coco: Coconut maizena, light and fluffy Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Churros: Golden churros coated in cinnamon sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Mango Passionfruit Agua: Mango and passionfruit Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Limeade Agua: Freshly squeezed lime juice Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Strawberry Agua: Ripe strawberries Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Blackberry Agua: Ripe blackberries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Mango Strawberry Agua: Mango and strawberries Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, 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, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Blackberry Strawberry Agua: Blackberries and strawberries Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Limeade Blackberry Agua: Lime and blackberries Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Limeade Mango Agua: Lime and mango Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Limeade Strawberry Agua: Lime and strawberries Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, 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, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Modelo Negra: Dark Mexican beer with roasted malt and caramel
- IPA: Bold and hoppy craft beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Modelo Especial: Crisp Mexican lager
- Pacifico: Light and refreshing Mexican lager
- Corona: Light and crisp Mexican lager
- Tecate: Classic Mexican lager
- Dos XX: Smooth Mexican lager
- Margarita: Lime juice, tequila, and orange liqueur
- Sangria: Red wine with fresh fruits and citrus juice
- Frozen Pina Colada: Coconut cream, pineapple juice, and rum Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Frozen Paloma: Tequila, fresh grapefruit juice, and lime
- Coke
- Squirt: Grapefruit soda
- Diet Coke
- Sprite
- Topo Chico: Sparkling mineral water
- Fanta: Fruity soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Restaurants near Cholita Linda
- Chalos — Mexican
- Tlaloc — Mexican
- ¡Venga! Empanadas — Mexican
- La Fusión — Mexican
- Taqueria Zorro — Mexican
- Cafe La Tazita — Mexican
- Tres — Mexican
- Matador — Mexican
- Underdogs Cantina — Mexican
- El Faro — Mexican
- Los Hermanos Taqueria — Mexican
- Vida Cantina — Mexican
