El Comalito – Mexican
The vibrant spirit of Central America comes alive at El Comalito, where the air is perfumed with the sweet aroma of caramelized plantains and the savory steam of traditional chicken tamales wrapped in banana leaves. Guests gather over overflowing platters of golden-crisp pastelitos and zesty, citrus-bright ceviche, enjoying a soulful dining experience that balances rustic comfort with bold, sun-drenched flavors.
460, West Street, Amherst, MA, 01002 +14132599999 https://elcomalitorestaurantbar.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, vegetarian, nut-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, keto, low-carb, pescatarian, sugar-free, plant-based, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, low-fat, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, weight-watchers, raw-food, tlc, detox, alkaline, volumetrics, lectin-free, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, pegan, candida, macrobiotic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Wednesday
- 10:30 AM - 9:00 PM
- Thursday - Saturday
- 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Chips and Salsa: Daily homemade fried corn tortilla chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Nacho Supreme: Tortilla chips, refried pinto beans, sour cream, cheese, pico de gallo, jalapenos Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Tinga Nachos: Tortilla chips, shredded chicken, grilled onions, chipotle salsa, refried pinto beans, cheese, sour cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Salvadoran Chicken Tamal: Corn dough, chicken, vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Fried Sweet Plantains: Served with sour cream or beans Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Ceviche: Shrimp cocktail, lime juice, onion, tomato, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Salvadoran Pastelitos: Handmade corn dough stuffed with chicken and vegetables, served with curtido Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Salads and Soups
- House Salad: Lettuce, onions, peppers, carrots, olives, cucumbers Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Tortilla Soup: Chicken broth, fried tortilla, cilantro, onion, avocado, cheese, seasoned sour cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Volumetrics
- Fajita Salad: Grilled onions and peppers on house salad Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida
Main Courses
- Burrito: Flour or whole wheat tortilla, Spanish rice, black beans, lettuce, pico de gallo, sour cream, cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Quesadilla: 12 inch flour tortilla filled with cheese, served with yellow rice and refried pinto beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Tacos: 3 soft corn tortillas, onions, cilantro, lime, radish, green salsa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Enchiladas: 3 rolled corn tortillas with cheese, served with yellow rice and refried pinto beans Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Fajitas: Sizzling peppers and onions, served with rice, beans, pico de gallo, sour cream, tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Birria Pupusa Plate - $12: 2 pupusas stuffed with stewed shredded beef, served with consomme, cilantro, onion, salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Carne Asada: Seasoned grilled steak, avocado, rice, refried pinto beans, salad, corn tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
Pupusas
- Pupusa: Thick corn tortilla stuffed with savory filling, served with tomato salsa and curtido Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Nut-Free
Sides
- Fresh Guacamole Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Spanish Rice: Vegetarian Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Casamiento: Salvadoran mix of rice and black beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
Desserts
- Tres Leches: Milk cake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Churros: Fried dough with cinnamon sugar and choice of topping Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Homemade Flan: Sweet caramelized egg custard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
Beverages
- Horchata: Milk, sugar, morro seed, rice
- Mexican Coca Cola: Cane sugar soda
- Margarita: Fresh squeezed lime and orange juices with tequila