El Hornito Bakery – Mexican
The golden glow of the oven and the nutty aroma of toasted sesame seeds define this bustling neighborhood gem, where the art of the Pueblan cemita is celebrated with every hand-crafted roll. Diners tuck into towering sandwiches layered with spiced meats and creamy avocado, or savor the rustic comfort of steam-kissed tamales and crisp picaditas drizzled in vibrant, zesty salsas. The experience rounds out with a sweet transition to the bakery cases, where rich mocha and Americano cakes offer a decadent, velvety finish to a meal rooted in soulful Mexican tradition.
South Gammon Road +16082206116 https://www.elhornito.coRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, renal, tlc, volumetrics, macrobiotic
Diet fit at El Hornito Bakery
Dairy-Free at El Hornito Bakery
El Hornito Bakery in Madison has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Morning Bun, Rosca de Reyes and Rebanada. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at El Hornito Bakery
El Hornito Bakery in Madison has 48 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Polvoron, Croissant and Bola de Berlin. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at El Hornito Bakery
El Hornito Bakery in Madison has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Asada Taco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at El Hornito Bakery
El Hornito Bakery in Madison has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Morning Bun, Rosca de Reyes and Rebanada. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at El Hornito Bakery
El Hornito Bakery in Madison has 21 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Polvoron, Croissant and Morning Bun. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at El Hornito Bakery
El Hornito Bakery in Madison has 10 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Croissant, Morning Bun and Rosca de Reyes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at El Hornito Bakery
El Hornito Bakery in Madison has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Bolillo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at El Hornito Bakery
El Hornito Bakery in Madison has 26 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Polvoron, Croissant and Morning Bun. 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 Hornito Bakery
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Dona | 26 g | 46.5 g |
| Enchilada Cemita | 4 g | 38 g |
| Asada Taco | 0 g | 23.6 g |
| Scone | 135.4 g | 14.2 g |
| Torta de Agua | 45.1 g | 12 g |
| Mocha Cake | 55.6 g | 10.8 g |
| Hojaldra | 29.7 g | 9.3 g |
| Bolillo | 40.2 g | 8 g |
| Croissant | 22 g | 6.7 g |
| Tres Leches Cake | 9.4 g | 5.8 g |
| Marble Cake | 39.7 g | 5.6 g |
| Chicken Tamale with Green Salsa | 6.9 g | 5.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the flavorful dishes and generous portions, highlighting the satisfying nature of the menu. Guests love the prompt and knowledgeable service provided by the attentive staff, which pairs perfectly with the relaxed vibe that makes for a memorable dining experience. Celebrated for its welcoming atmosphere, it is frequently praised for providing a high-quality dinner in a comfortable and unhurried setting.
Menu
Cemitas
- Arabe Cemita: Marinated pork meat with onions, served with chipotle salsa Available at: dinner, lunch
- Enchilada Cemita: Chile marinated pork with beans, mayonnaise, cheese, onions and chipotle peppers Available at: dinner, lunch
- Milanesa Cemita: Breaded chicken with beans, mayonnaise, cheese, onions and chipotle peppers Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos & Picaditas
- Picaditas (Green or Red Salsa): Thick masa tortilla filled with beans, topped with salsa, onions and queso fresco Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arabe Taco: Marinated pork meat with onions, served with chipotle salsa Available at: dinner, lunch
- Asada Taco: Marinated beef topped with onion and cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Seasonal Tamales
Available Saturday and Sunday from October to March
- Chicken Tamale with Green Salsa: Chicken with green salsa Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jalapeño and Cheese Tamale: Jalapeño and cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Cakes
- Americano Cake: Chocolate or vanilla cake with whipped cream. Custom with fruit, jam or spread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mocha Cake: Chocolate cake with coffee in both the cake layers and whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocoflan: Hybrid dessert that combines chocolate cake with flan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Flan: Creamy caramel custard with caramel sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Tres Leches Cake: Three milk soaked vanilla cake layers with whipped cream. Custom with or without fruit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Marble Cake: Chocolate and vanilla swirled cake layered with whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Sweet Bread (Pan Dulce)
- Bigote Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Concha Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cuerno Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Galleta Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic
- Mil Hojas Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic
- Ojo Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Payaso Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast
- Riel Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast
- Bola de Berlin Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cono Relleno Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Volumetrics
- Danish Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Wedding Cookie (Galleta de Boda) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Morning Bun Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Oreja Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast
- Piedra Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast
- Rebanada Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast
- Broca Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Croissant Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Dona Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Mante Concha Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Moño Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Orquidea Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Polvoron Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Scone Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Beso Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic
- Churro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cubilete Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Empanada Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Mantecada Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Multi Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pachuco Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Puerquito Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast
Savory Bread (Pan de Sal)
- Cemita Bread Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pambazo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chamberina Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pelona Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chancla Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Telera Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Bolillo Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
- Colorado Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, lunch
- Torta de Agua Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
Seasonal Breads
- Pan de Fiesta Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Rosquiconcha Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Rosca de Reyes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Hojaldra Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
Frequently Asked Questions about El Hornito Bakery
- Is El Hornito Bakery dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. El Hornito Bakery has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Morning Bun, Rosca de Reyes and Rebanada.
- What can I eat at El Hornito Bakery on a dairy-free diet?
- Morning Bun, Rosca de Reyes and Rebanada carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does El Hornito Bakery have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Morning Bun and Rosca de Reyes.
- What is the highest-protein dish at El Hornito Bakery?
- Dona, at roughly 46.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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