El Cerro Azul – Mexican
El Cerro Azul pulses with the vibrant energy of a Mexican celebration, drawing guests in with the savory aroma of slow-cooked carnitas and the irresistible crunch of warm, salted tortilla chips. The table becomes a colorful landscape of shared plates, featuring bubbling cauldrons of queso fundido and mountains of festive nachos layered with velvety cheese sauce and hand-mashed guacamole. It is a spirited destination where bold, traditional flavors meet a warm, welcoming atmosphere perfect for lingering over a casual feast.
2650, Anderson Highway, Powhatan, VA, 23139 +18045988400 https://www.elcerroazul.com0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, soy-free
Diet fit at El Cerro Azul
Dairy-Free at El Cerro Azul
El Cerro Azul in Powhatan has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fajitas Caseras and Fresh Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at El Cerro Azul
El Cerro Azul in Powhatan has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fajitas Caseras. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at El Cerro Azul
El Cerro Azul in Powhatan has 8 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fajitas Caseras, Cheesecake and Burrito Sebas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at El Cerro Azul
El Cerro Azul in Powhatan has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Carnitas, Tostaditas and Texas Fajitas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at El Cerro Azul
El Cerro Azul in Powhatan has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cheese Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at El Cerro Azul
El Cerro Azul in Powhatan has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cheese Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at El Cerro Azul
El Cerro Azul in Powhatan has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fajitas Caseras, Fresh Guacamole and House Margarita Medium. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at El Cerro Azul
El Cerro Azul in Powhatan has 8 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fajitas Caseras, Cheesecake and Burrito Sebas. 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 Cerro Azul
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Texas Fajitas | 21.1 g | 57.9 g |
| Baja Quesadilla | 9.2 g | 48.3 g |
| Cazuelon | 68.5 g | 47.4 g |
| Burrito Sebas | 33.1 g | 36.8 g |
| Fiesta Nachos | 102.3 g | 32.7 g |
| Fajitas Caseras | 34.3 g | 29.6 g |
| Fresh Guacamole | 20.3 g | 26.8 g |
| Tostaditas | 1.4 g | 23.5 g |
| Supreme Nachos | 21.6 g | 20.5 g |
| Carnitas | 0 g | 18.9 g |
| Quesa-Birria Tacos | 30.1 g | 18.1 g |
| ACP (Arroz con Pollo) | 26.6 g | 17.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Tostaditas - $9.99: Three mini flour tostadas with black bean spread, grilled shrimp, chipotle mayo, red cabbage, and scallions. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baja Quesadilla - $11.99: 10” quesadilla with grilled shrimp, mozzarella cheese, and black bean corn salsa served with chipotle cheese sauce and blue corn chips. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Los Fritos - $9.99: Four crispy shredded chicken taquitos topped with red cabbage, pico de gallo, sour cream, and feta cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fiesta Nachos - $12.99: Nacho crispy white corn tortilla chips topped with grilled chipotle chicken, black beans, pico de gallo, sour cream, cheese sauce, Monterey jack, and feta cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Supreme Nachos - $12.99: Nacho crispy yellow corn tortilla chips topped with ground beef, shredded chicken, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, guacamole, cheese sauce and sour cream. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Nachos - $7.99: Nacho chips topped with generous amounts of hot cheese sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
Dips
- Fresh Guacamole - $6.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Fundido - $9.99: Mexican sausage and cheese sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Sauce - $5.99 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Main Courses
- Carnitas - $13.99: Pork chunks cooked golden brown, seasoned with secret spices and herbs, served with rice, refried beans, pico de gallo, and flour tortillas. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cazuelon - $18.99: Grilled top sirloin filet steak, and single-lobe chicken, topped with grilled green onions, pico de gallo, and sliced avocados served with rice, refried beans, and flour tortillas. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- ACP (Arroz con Pollo) - $15.99: Grilled chicken cut strips, topped with cheese sauce, on a bed of rice. Served with guacamole salad and flour tortillas. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Texas Fajitas - $20.99: Grilled tender steak, chicken, shrimp cooked with red and yellow peppers, and onions. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesa-Birria Tacos - $15.99: Three crispy corn tacos with mozzarella cheese, and birria. Served with consomme and homemade spicy tomatillo sauce. Dietary tags: High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegetarian Dishes
- Burrito Sebas - $12.99: 10” Burrito filled with zucchini, mushrooms, potatoes, onions, tomatoes, red and yellow peppers, topped with cheese sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajitas Caseras - $16.99: Grilled potatoes, zucchini, onions, red and yellow peppers, asparagus, mushrooms, and fresh organic baby spinach. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Cheesecake - $3.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Flan - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Dulce de Leche Churros - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Soft Drinks - $4.15: Coca Cola, Diet Coke, Sprite, etc.
- House Margarita Medium - $11.99: House mixed margarita lime. Frozen or on the rocks. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Domestic Beer - $4.5: Bud Light, Miller Lite, Michelob Ultra, etc.
Frequently Asked Questions about El Cerro Azul
- Is El Cerro Azul dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. El Cerro Azul has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fajitas Caseras and Fresh Guacamole.
- What can I eat at El Cerro Azul on a dairy-free diet?
- Fajitas Caseras and Fresh Guacamole carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does El Cerro Azul have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Fajitas Caseras and Fresh Guacamole.
- Is El Cerro Azul 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 El Cerro Azul?
- Texas Fajitas, at roughly 57.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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