El Mexsal – Mexican
The air at El Mexsal is thick with the savory scent of griddled corn and slow-simmered beans, drawing diners into a vibrant celebration of Latin American comfort food. Golden, hand-pressed pupusas reveal ribbons of melted cheese and savory fillings with every bite, while robust burritos offer a hearty embrace of traditional flavors crafted with soul and simplicity.
97, Medford Street, Malden, MA, 02148 +17813039528 https://elmexsalauthenticlatinfoodma.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: halal, vegetarian, low-sodium, pescatarian, anti-inflammatory
Diet fit at El Mexsal
Halal at El Mexsal
El Mexsal in Malden has 1 halal-tagged dish on its current menu, including Burritos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at El Mexsal
El Mexsal in Malden has 1 vegetarian-tagged dish on its current menu, including Burritos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at El Mexsal
El Mexsal in Malden has 2 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Scrambled Pupusa and Burritos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at El Mexsal
El Mexsal in Malden has 1 pescatarian-tagged dish on its current menu, including Burritos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Anti-Inflammatory at El Mexsal
El Mexsal in Malden has 1 anti-inflammatory-tagged dish on its current menu, including Beans and Cheese Pupusa. 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 Mexsal
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Beans and Cheese Pupusa | 35.9 g | 15.1 g |
| Burritos | 20 g | 5.4 g |
| Scrambled Pupusa | 8.6 g | 3.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Menu
Main Courses
- Burritos - $15.6: Flour tortilla with rice, beans, sour cream, pico de gallo, lettuce, and cheese. Served with chips and salsa. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Pupusas
- Scrambled Pupusa - $5.15: Pork and cheese. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Beans and Cheese Pupusa - $5.15: Corn or rice flour tortilla, filled with beans and cheese. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about El Mexsal
- Is El Mexsal halal-friendly?
- Yes. El Mexsal has 1 halal-tagged dish on its current menu, including Burritos.
- What can I eat at El Mexsal on a halal diet?
- Burritos carry the halal tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- What is the highest-protein dish at El Mexsal?
- Beans and Cheese Pupusa, at roughly 15.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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