El Gitano Mexican Restaurant & Lounge – Mexican
Vibrant energy pulses through this spirited lounge, where the aroma of charred carne asada and sizzling fajitas drifts past guests sharing overflowing platters of zesty shrimp botana. The kitchen honors deep-rooted traditions through the earthy, bubbling heat of authentic stone molcajetes and coastal-inspired Burritos Vallarta, creating a festive atmosphere where every meal feels like a spirited celebration of bold Mexican flavors.
1125 East Sunset Drive, Bellingham WA 98226 https://elgitano.net/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, vegetarian, vegan, keto, low-carb, sugar-free, pescatarian, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, diabetic, high-fiber, clean-eating, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, carnivore, volumetrics, tlc, detox, aip, zone, raw-food, alkaline, lectin-free, mayo-clinic, candida, slow-carb, pegan
Currently closed
Hours
- Tu-Th - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its well-prepared and high-quality cuisine, guests frequently rave about the delicious steak which stands out as a menu highlight. Reviewers highlight the professional and attentive service that makes it an ideal choice for special occasions, all while enjoying the comfortable and inviting setting.
Menu
Appetizers
- Baby Shrimp Botana - $19.99: Pre-cooked baby shrimp with pico de gallo, avocado, crushed chiles and lime juice 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, Zone, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Bean Dip - $6.99: Refried beans covered with melted cheese and served with corn chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- California Nachos Large - $25.99: Beans, melted cheese, tomatoes, green onions, jalapeños, sour cream and guacamole Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Gitano Platter - $24.99: Mozzarella sticks, nachos, quesadillas, taquitos, breaded mushrooms and jalapeño poppers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Mexican Pizza - $13.49: Flour tortilla, choice of chicken or beef, beans, cheese, tomatoes, jalapeños, green onions, guacamole and sour cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
House Specials
- Fajitas - $25.99: Top sirloin steak or chicken breast cooked with onions, bell peppers, carrots and mushrooms. Served with rice and beans. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Carne Asada - $25.49: Slices of tender skirt steak charbroiled and served with guacamole, jalapeños, green onions and tomatoes. Served with rice and beans. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- El Molcajete - $38.99: Grilled carne asada, nopales, chicken, shrimp, jalapeño, green onions and chorizo sausage served in a heated molcajete with Mexican cheese, salsa, avocado, rice and beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Burrito Vallarta - $29.99: Flour tortilla stuffed with crab and shrimp, topped with special sauce and served with sour cream and sliced avocado. Served with rice and beans. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Seafood
- Arroz con Camarones - $24.49: Fresh prawns sautéed in special sauce with mushrooms and olives, served over a bed of rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory
- Camarones a la Diabla - $24.49: Fresh prawns sautéed in butter, mushrooms, spices and a hot red sauce. Served with rice and beans. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Siete Mares - $26.49: Mussels, clams, crab, prawns, snapper, octopus and calamari cooked in natural juices 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, Carnivore, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Candida, Lectin-Free
Vegetarian
- Enchiladas Espinacas - $17.99: Spinach sautéed with mushrooms, onions, tomatoes, cilantro and jalapeños rolled into three corn tortillas with veggie sauce and Monterey Jack cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Vegetarian Tamales - $16.99: Two tamales made with corn masa and filled with carrots, spinach and chile pasilla. Served with rice and whole 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, Mayo-Clinic
Beverages
- Horchata - $5: Traditional Mexican rice drink
- Margarita Rocks - $7.99: Classic lime margarita served on ice
- Mexican Bottle Beer - $5.99: Imported Mexican beer
- Pepsi - $2.99: Fountain soda
Desserts
- Flan - $7.99: Traditional Mexican custard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Churros - $7.99: Fried dough pastry with cinnamon sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Sides
- Rice & Beans Side - $4.99: Mexican rice and refried beans Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Guacamole Side - $5.99: Freshly made avocado dip 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