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: 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, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
What to order at El Comalito
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Salvadoran Chicken Tamal | 22.4 g | 45.1 g |
| Burrito | 46.3 g | 34.5 g |
| Pupusa | 81.3 g | 30.3 g |
| Fresh Guacamole | 20.3 g | 26.8 g |
| Nacho Supreme | 87.2 g | 24.8 g |
| Fajita Salad | 54.3 g | 23.1 g |
| Tinga Nachos | 108.2 g | 22.8 g |
| Tortilla Soup | 13.6 g | 21.8 g |
| Salvadoran Pastelitos | 50.8 g | 10.3 g |
| Quesadilla | 24 g | 10.3 g |
| Chips and Salsa | 44.1 g | 6.3 g |
| Tacos | 18.5 g | 6.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
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, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nacho Supreme: Tortilla chips, refried pinto beans, sour cream, cheese, pico de gallo, jalapenos Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tinga Nachos: Tortilla chips, shredded chicken, grilled onions, chipotle salsa, refried pinto beans, cheese, sour cream Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salvadoran Chicken Tamal: Corn dough, chicken, vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Sweet Plantains: Served with sour cream or beans Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ceviche: Shrimp cocktail, lime juice, onion, tomato, cilantro Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Raw-Food, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salvadoran Pastelitos: Handmade corn dough stuffed with chicken and vegetables, served with curtido Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads and Soups
- House Salad: Lettuce, onions, peppers, carrots, olives, cucumbers Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tortilla Soup: Chicken broth, fried tortilla, cilantro, onion, avocado, cheese, seasoned sour cream Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajita Salad: Grilled onions and peppers on house salad Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Burrito: Flour or whole wheat tortilla, Spanish rice, black beans, lettuce, pico de gallo, sour cream, cheese Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadilla: 12 inch flour tortilla filled with cheese, served with yellow rice and refried pinto beans Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tacos: 3 soft corn tortillas, onions, cilantro, lime, radish, green salsa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Enchiladas: 3 rolled corn tortillas with cheese, served with yellow rice and refried pinto beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajitas: Sizzling peppers and onions, served with rice, beans, pico de gallo, sour cream, tortillas Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Birria Pupusa Plate - $12: 2 pupusas stuffed with stewed shredded beef, served with consomme, cilantro, onion, salsa Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada: Seasoned grilled steak, avocado, rice, refried pinto beans, salad, corn tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
Pupusas
- Pupusa: Thick corn tortilla stuffed with savory filling, served with tomato salsa and curtido Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Fresh Guacamole 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
- Spanish Rice: Vegetarian Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Casamiento: Salvadoran mix of rice and black beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Tres Leches: Milk cake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Churros: Fried dough with cinnamon sugar and choice of topping Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Homemade Flan: Sweet caramelized egg custard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Horchata: Milk, sugar, morro seed, rice
- Mexican Coca Cola: Cane sugar soda
- Margarita: Fresh squeezed lime and orange juices with tequila
Frequently Asked Questions about El Comalito
- What is the highest-protein dish at El Comalito?
- Salvadoran Chicken Tamal, at roughly 45.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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