El Jefes Taqueria – Mexican
El Jefes Taqueria pulses with the vibrant energy of a modern street-side cantina, where the sizzle of the grill and the aroma of toasted spices create an immediate sense of celebration. Diners craft their own culinary journey through overstuffed burritos, crisp taco salads, and steaming bowls of zesty chicken tortilla soup, all served alongside golden chips and vibrant salsas. It is a lively destination where bold, traditional flavors are reimagined in a fast-paced, colorful atmosphere that turns every meal into a festive escape.
3807, Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213 +14129322080 https://www.eljefestaqueria.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, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at El Jefes Taqueria
Dairy-Free at El Jefes Taqueria
El Jefes Taqueria in Pittsburgh has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Plantains and Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at El Jefes Taqueria
El Jefes Taqueria in Pittsburgh has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Plantains and Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at El Jefes Taqueria
El Jefes Taqueria in Pittsburgh has 26 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Single Taco, Plantains and Queso Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at El Jefes Taqueria
El Jefes Taqueria in Pittsburgh has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Side of Protein. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at El Jefes Taqueria
El Jefes Taqueria in Pittsburgh has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Queso Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at El Jefes Taqueria
El Jefes Taqueria in Pittsburgh has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Queso Sauce and Side of Protein. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at El Jefes Taqueria
El Jefes Taqueria in Pittsburgh has 8 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Plantains, Chips and Salsa and Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at El Jefes Taqueria
El Jefes Taqueria in Pittsburgh has 21 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Plantains, Queso Sauce and Flan. 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 Jefes Taqueria
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Side of Protein | 16.1 g | 97.5 g |
| Mexican Chili | 50.5 g | 79 g |
| Super Nachos | 21.6 g | 78.5 g |
| Taco Salad | 0 g | 76.6 g |
| French Toast Breakfast | 19.8 g | 43.9 g |
| Mexican Breakfast Bowl | 154.5 g | 39.1 g |
| Single Breakfast Burrito | 109.8 g | 35.1 g |
| Burrito | 46.3 g | 34.5 g |
| Veggie Nachos | 82.3 g | 33 g |
| Cheese Quesadilla | 35.4 g | 24.3 g |
| Mexican Breakfast Burrito | 48.5 g | 21.1 g |
| Super Chimichangas | 44.2 g | 21 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Tacos, Burritos & Bowls
- 3 Tacos - $11.25: Choice of protein and toppings Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Single Taco - $4.25: Choice of protein and toppings Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrito - $11.25: Choice of protein and toppings Dietary tags: Halal, High-Fiber
- Bowl - $11.45: Choice of protein and toppings Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajita Bowl - $13.95: 3 proteins, fajita veggies, any hot or cold sides, 3 tortillas Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
Soups & Salads
- Chicken Tortilla Soup - $6.95: Chicken, broth, tortilla strips Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Mexican Chili - $6.95: Beef, pork, black beans, kidney beans, Mexican spices Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Taco Salad - $9.95: Protein, lettuce, pico de gallo, cheese, sour cream
- Super Salad Bowl - $11.45: Protein, cold toppings, optional taco shell Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
Accompaniments
- Chips (plain) - $3.25: Corn tortilla chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal
- Chips and Salsa - $4.45: Chips with choice of salsa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Chips and Queso - $5.45: Chips with cheese sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Chips and Guacamole - $5.95: Chips with fresh guacamole Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal
- Street Corn Cup - $5.25: Corn with traditional toppings Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Nachos - $9.95: Spicy ground beef, queso, jalapeños, pico de gallo, sour cream Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Veggie Nachos - $9.95: Roasted veggies, queso, jalapeños, pico de gallo, sour cream Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Super Nachos - $11.25: Protein and any cold toppings Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Chimichangas - $7.95: Two 8-inch fried burritos with spicy ground beef, corn, and cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Super Chimichangas - $11.25: Two 8-inch fried burritos with spicy ground beef, corn, cheese, rice, and beans
- Cheese Quesadilla - $6.45: Cheese, sour cream, one salsa Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Veggie Quesadilla - $9.95: Roasted or fajita veggies, cheese, sour cream, one salsa Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Super Quesadilla - $11.25: Protein, hot toppings, sour cream, salsa or guacamole Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Volumetrics
Breakfast
- Mexican Breakfast Burrito - $9.75: Two 8-inch burritos, scrambled egg, breakfast protein, rice, beans, cold toppings, home fries Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- American Breakfast - $9.75: 2 eggs any style, toast, home fries, breakfast protein Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Huevos Rancheros - $10.5: 2 eggs any style, salsa, home fries, breakfast protein, rice, beans, cold toppings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Mexican Breakfast Bowl - $10.5: Breakfast protein, scrambled egg, home fries, rice, beans, cold toppings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- French Toast Breakfast - $9.95: Four pieces, syrup, breakfast protein, home fries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Side of French Toast - $5.5: Four pieces and syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Single Breakfast Burrito - $5.95: One 8-inch burrito, scrambled egg, breakfast protein, rice, beans, cold toppings Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Breakfast Sandwich - $5.95: Texas Toast, one egg, breakfast protein, cheese
Sides
- Side of Protein - $4.25: Choice of protein Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Halal, Whole30, Paleo, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Guacamole - $3.75: Fresh avocado dip Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Alkaline
- Mexican Rice - $3.25: Traditional seasoned rice Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal
- Plantains - $3.75: Fried sweet plantains Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Queso Sauce - $3.75: Melted cheese sauce Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Desserts
- Flan - $5.75: House made caramel custard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Churros - $6.25: Fried dough with cinnamon sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Nutella Empanada - $6.25: Pastry filled with Nutella Dietary tags: Halal
Beverages
- Fountain Soda - $2.95: Assorted flavors
- Jarritos - $3.25: Mexican soda
- Horchata - $3.25: Traditional rice milk drink
- Fresh Orange Juice - $4.95: Squeezed orange juice
- Mexican Hot Chocolate - $2.95: Spiced hot cocoa
Frequently Asked Questions about El Jefes Taqueria
- Is El Jefes Taqueria dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. El Jefes Taqueria has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Plantains and Guacamole.
- What can I eat at El Jefes Taqueria on a dairy-free diet?
- Plantains and Guacamole carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does El Jefes Taqueria have vegan options?
- Yes. 8 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Plantains and Chips and Salsa.
- Is El Jefes Taqueria gluten-free?
- 2 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 Jefes Taqueria?
- Side of Protein, at roughly 97.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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