El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood – Mexican
This lively coastal-inspired grill invites guests into a bright, welcoming space where the aroma of sizzling chorizo and freshly griddled tortillas fills the air. Diners can savor everything from zesty huevos rancheros and protein-packed breakfast burritos to indulgent shrimp-topped omelettes that celebrate the bounty of the sea. Each dish captures a fresh, authentic spirit that turns a simple morning meal into a vibrant celebration of bold Mexican flavors.
2982 East Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley CA 93065 https://elcapitanmexgrill.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, 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, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood
Dairy-Free at El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood
El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood in Simi Valley has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp Soup, Blackened Salmon and Fresh Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood
El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood in Simi Valley has 9 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp Soup, Blackened Salmon and Fresh Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood
El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood in Simi Valley has 18 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including El Capitan Omelette, Shrimp Soup and Blackened Salmon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood
El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood in Simi Valley has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Garlic Shrimp, Pork Carnitas and Shrimp Cocktail. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood
El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood in Simi Valley has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Garlic Shrimp and Pork Carnitas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood
El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood in Simi Valley has 5 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Capitan Steak Fries, Steak and Eggs and Garlic Shrimp. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood
El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood in Simi Valley has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Chicken Breast and Pork Carnitas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood
El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood in Simi Valley has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh Guacamole, House Salad and Avocado Toast. 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 El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Pozole Rojo | 99.7 g | 68.4 g |
| Delicias Del Mar | 63.4 g | 64.2 g |
| Breakfast Burrito | 102 g | 62.5 g |
| Capitan Platter (For 2) | 58.8 g | 46.6 g |
| Seafood Casserole | 44.2 g | 39.7 g |
| Capitan Steak Fries | 9.5 g | 37 g |
| American Omelette | 17.8 g | 35.2 g |
| Shrimp Scampi With Linguine | 50.4 g | 33.2 g |
| Steak Salad | 26 g | 31.8 g |
| Simi Strong Nachos | 65.9 g | 27.8 g |
| Fresh Guacamole | 20.3 g | 26.8 g |
| Vegetarian Burrito | 100.7 g | 26.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Tuesday
- 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:30 AM - 9:00 PM
- Thursday - Saturday
- 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its exceptional appetizers and pleasant environment, guests frequently return for the consistently high-quality dining experience that keeps families coming back for dozens of visits. Diners rave about the attentive service staff who are noted for being helpful and checking in regularly, while the inviting atmosphere ensures every guest leaves feeling completely satisfied.
Menu
Breakfast
- Healthy Omelette - $17.5: Seasonal assorted vegetables, cheese, choice of salsa Roja or ranchera. Served with fresh fruit and black beans. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Burrito - $17.95: Eggs, bacon, black beans, cheese, tomato, and guacamole wrapped in a flour tortilla. Served with chips and salsa. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Vegetarian Burrito - $15.95: Assorted sautéed vegetables, watercress, and cotija cheese. Served with black beans or hash browns. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Shrimp Omelette - $22: Shrimp, fresh spinach, and grape tomatoes. Served with hash browns and fruit. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch
- El Capitan Omelette - $24.95: Lobster chunks, cherry tomatoes, spinach, with a creamy lobster sauce. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch
- American Omelette - $17.5: Ham and cheese. Served with hash browns and fresh fruit. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Made Your Way Eggs - $17.5: 2 eggs scrambled or fried served with hash browns and choice of sausage or bacon. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sweet Breakfast - $17.95: Pancakes, waffles, or french toast served with 2 eggs scrambled or fried with choice of chorizo or bacon. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Huevos Rancheros - $17.95: Two eggs sunny side up on a corn tortilla, topped with salsa ranchera and served with choice of refried or black beans. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Huevos con Chorizo - $17.95: Scrambled eggs with Mexican sausage. Served with refried beans and handmade corn tortillas. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chilaquiles - $17.95: Crispy corn tortillas tossed with green or red sauce, topped with machaca, eggs, and sour cream. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Machaca - $21: Shredded beef, egg, ranchera sauce, served with black beans. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Steak and Eggs - $27.95: 10oz New York Steak, Eggs of your choice. Served with hash browns. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Avocado Toast - $9.5: Whole grain bread, Avocado and mixed greens. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Appetizers
- Shrimp Tostada (2) - $14.95: Shrimp on crispy tortillas. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Fundido - $13.95: Melted cheese, chorizo, and poblano pepper strips. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Simi Strong Nachos - $11.95: Tortilla chips, refried beans, jack cheese, sour cream, guacamole, pico de gallo. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari - $17.95: Fried calamari served with spicy red sauce. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Guacamole - $16.5: Made fresh at your table. 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, Renal, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Capitan Bean Dip - $11.95: Cheese and chorizo. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Capitan Steak Fries - $15.95: Steak fries topped with carne asada, cheddar cheese, sour cream, guacamole, and chives. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Capitan Platter (For 2) - $19.95: Beef taquitos, mulitas, nachos, chicken wings, guacamole, ranch dressing, and sour cream. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Cocktail - $17.95: Shrimp, avocado, fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, cilantro, red onions. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings (10) - $17.95: Buffalo or Honey BBQ. Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups
- Delicias Del Mar - $27.95: Calamari, clams, mussels, shrimps, scallops, white fish. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Soup - $24.95: Shrimp, spinach, celery, tomatoes, onions, carrots, and cilantro. Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Menudo - $21.95: Beef tripe, lime, onions, cilantro, red chili peppers, garlic, cumin, and oregano. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pozole Rojo - $19.95: Chicken, garlic, oregano, guajillos, chiles anchos y de Arbol, hominy, cumin, radishes, onion, cabbage. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- House Salad - $8.5: Mixed greens, cucumber, red onion, and jicama with a cilantro vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- California Fresh Tostada Salad - $16.95: Romaine lettuce, corn, cilantro, black beans, red onions, tomatoes, creamy chipotle dressing or cilantro vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Salmon and Lentil Salad - $27.95: Red cabbage, shredded carrots, and cilantro vinaigrette. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Tuna Tower - $21.95: Seared ahi tuna, mixed greens, grilled zucchini, carrots, avocado, tomatoes, sesame seeds, with a ginger vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Salad - $28.95: NY steak, romaine lettuce, poblano peppers, cilantro, chopped tomatoes, red onions, tortilla chips, pepitas, cotija cheese, avocado dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Dishes
- Seafood Casserole - $28.95: Shrimp, white fish and scallops simmered in creamy or molcajete sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Tilapia - $19.95: Golden brown whole fish bone-in. Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Salmon - $27.95: Roasted garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, and a touch of cayenne pepper. Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Shrimp - $27.95: Butter, garlic, white wine, guajillo peppers, and lime. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paella - $27.95: Seafood mix, sausage, chicken, onions, peppers, saffron, and rice. Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Breast - $23.95: Served with a tequila lime sauce. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada - $28.95: Seasoned grilled meat. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Carnitas - $25.95: Slowly braised pork, topped with onions and cilantro. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Rigatoni With Grilled Chicken - $22.95: Sundried Tomatoes, Mushrooms, and Grilled Chicken in Creamy Alfredo Sauce with Grilled Jalapenos. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fettuccine Alfredo With Chicken - $18.95: Naturally made cream sauce with Grilled or Breaded Chicken. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Scampi With Linguine - $25.95: White Wine Sauce, a touch of Tomato, Italian Parsley, and Parmesan Cheese. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Orange Juice - $4.5
- Espresso - $4.5
- Skinny Margarita - $11.95: House Tequila, Miel de Agave, Fresh lime juice.
- EC Cadillac Margarita - $14.5: 1800 Tequila, Bols Triple Sec, Fresh Lime, Grand Marnier. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Michelada - $10.95: Beer, Fresh lime juice, Salted glass.
Desserts
- House Made Flan - $6.95: Mexican Caramel Custard, topped with whip cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Churros - $6.5: Cinnamon and Cajeta. Served with Vanilla Ice Cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Cake - $7.95: Layers of chocolate cake made with cocoa from Ecuador with Hazelnut cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood
- Is El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp Soup, Blackened Salmon and Fresh Guacamole.
- What can I eat at El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood on a dairy-free diet?
- Shrimp Soup, Blackened Salmon and Fresh Guacamole carry the dairy-free tag, out of 9 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Fresh Guacamole and House Salad.
- Is El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood gluten-free?
- 9 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 El Capitan Fresh Mexican Grill And Seafood?
- Pozole Rojo, at roughly 68.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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