EL JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT – Mexican
El Jalisco is Tallahassee's most-multiplied Mexican name, with five sites across the city including Apalachee Parkway, Kerry Forest, North Monroe, Southwood and a taqueria near campus. The operator advertises a long run of local best-Mexican votes. The cooking is generous and unapologetically Tex-Mex-adjacent: guacamole prepared at the table, molcajete a la Monica, pineapple fajitas, nachos El Jalisco piled with chicken, steak and shrimp, street tacos, carnitas, Mexican lasagna and combos built three ways. Diners return for the margaritas, the portions and the prices. Rooms are casual, bright and busy. Each site keeps its own daily specials. Familiar, cheerful, endlessly repeatable.
719 APALACHEE PKWY, TALLAHASSEE, FL, 32301 850-765-4680 https://eljalisco.com/authentic-mexican-food-prepared-family-served-fresh/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at EL JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT
Dairy-Free at EL JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT
EL JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT in Tallahassee has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guadalajara Platter, Master Parrillada and Steak Ranchero. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at EL JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT
EL JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT in Tallahassee has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guadalajara Platter, Master Parrillada and Steak Ranchero. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at EL JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT
EL JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT in Tallahassee has 4 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guadalajara Platter, Mexican Combination 11 and Cancun Quesadilla. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at EL JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT
EL JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT in Tallahassee has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Guadalajara Platter. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at EL JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT
EL JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT in Tallahassee has 2 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guadalajara Platter and Standard Quesadilla. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at EL JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT
EL JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT in Tallahassee has 2 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guadalajara Platter and Standard Quesadilla. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at EL JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT
EL JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT in Tallahassee has 2 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guadalajara Platter and Standard Quesadilla. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Mediterranean at EL JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT
EL JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT in Tallahassee has 1 mediterranean-tagged dish on its current menu, including Guadalajara Platter. 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 JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chimichanga Platter | 26.6 g | 39.8 g |
| Fajita Taco Salad | 68 g | 38.4 g |
| Steak Ranchero | 31.5 g | 13 g |
| Standard Quesadilla | 16.4 g | 8.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Apps to Share
- Nachos El Jalisco - $7.99: Tortilla chips topped with cheese and assorted toppings Available at: dinner, lunch
Fajitas
- Chicken Fajitas - $8.99: Sizzling grilled chicken with bell peppers and onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Master Parrillada - $17.99: Assorted grilled meats and vegetables Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Steak Ranchero - $9.99: Steak topped with ranchero sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guadalajara Platter - $8.99: Traditional Mexican platter 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, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chimichanga Platter - $7.99: Deep-fried burrito served with rice and beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexican Combination 11 - $6.99: Assorted Mexican favorites Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Quesadillas
- Cancun Quesadilla - $8.99: Large quesadilla with seafood or specialty fillings Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Standard Quesadilla - $1.99: Flour tortilla with melted cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Fajita Taco Salad - $6.99: Crispy flour tortilla shell with steak or chicken, peppers, and onions Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides & A La Carte
- Hard or Soft Tacos (3) - $3.99: Three chicken or beef tacos Available at: dinner, lunch
- Single Taco - $0.99: Individual beef or chicken taco Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about EL JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT
- Is EL JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. EL JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guadalajara Platter, Master Parrillada and Steak Ranchero.
- What can I eat at EL JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT on a dairy-free diet?
- Guadalajara Platter, Master Parrillada and Steak Ranchero carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does EL JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Guadalajara Platter.
- Is EL JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT gluten-free?
- 4 dishes are 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 JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT?
- Chimichanga Platter, at roughly 39.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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