El Mezcalito – Mexican
Stepping into El Mezcalito feels like a journey to the heart of Oaxaca, where the air is thick with the scent of toasted chilies and the rich, complex aroma of house-made black mole. From the steam rising off hand-wrapped tamales to the vibrant sizzle of carne asada on the grill, every dish celebrates traditional flavors with a soulful, rustic elegance. Whether you are tucking into velvety enfrijoladas or savory memelitas, the experience is a warm embrace of authentic Mexican heritage served in a lively, welcoming space.
2123, Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, 98109 +12062164446 https://seattlemeetsoaxaca.com/el-mezcalito/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Diet fit at El Mezcalito
Dairy-Free at El Mezcalito
El Mezcalito in Seattle has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tortilla Chips with Guacamole or Pinto Beans, Habanero Salsa and Side of Tortillas (3). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at El Mezcalito
El Mezcalito in Seattle has 7 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Quesadillas, Extra Cheese and Tortilla Chips with Guacamole or Pinto Beans. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at El Mezcalito
El Mezcalito in Seattle has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Quesadillas, Memelitas and Molotes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at El Mezcalito
El Mezcalito in Seattle has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Extra Cheese. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at El Mezcalito
El Mezcalito in Seattle has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tortilla Chips with Guacamole or Pinto Beans, Agua Fresca and Habanero Salsa. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at El Mezcalito
El Mezcalito in Seattle has 7 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Quesadillas, Extra Cheese and Tortilla Chips with Guacamole or Pinto Beans. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at El Mezcalito
El Mezcalito in Seattle has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tamale de Rajas, Habanero Salsa and Side of Tortillas (3). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at El Mezcalito
El Mezcalito in Seattle has 2 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Garlic Shrimp and Tacos al Pastor. 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 Mezcalito
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Fried Quesadillas | 13.8 g | 61.8 g |
| Tlayuda (Mexican Pizza) | 13.3 g | 46.6 g |
| Tamale de Rajas | 67.3 g | 45.2 g |
| Entomatadas | 25.5 g | 40.6 g |
| Memelitas | 35.3 g | 28.6 g |
| Enfrijoladas | 62.2 g | 26.5 g |
| Garlic Shrimp | 0.2 g | 24 g |
| Molotes | 26.1 g | 23.3 g |
| Tamale Salsa Verde | 58.5 g | 20.2 g |
| Tacos Carne Asada | 21.1 g | 19.6 g |
| Chorizo with Egg | 2 g | 14.5 g |
| Chile Relleno | 22 g | 12 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday
- 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Tuesday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Lunch Specials
- Tamale de Rajas - $17: Corn masa, chicken, tomatoes, onions and jalapeños wrapped in a corn husk, served with white rice and black beans topped with crema and queso fresco Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tamale Salsa Verde - $17: Corn masa, pork in tomatillo sauce, wrapped in a corn husk, served with white rice and black beans topped with crema and queso fresco Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Memelitas - $13: Thick corn tortillas topped with lard, black bean sauce, queso fresco, avocado salsa and salsa roja Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chorizo with Egg - $19: Scrambled eggs with pork chorizo served with red rice, black beans topped with crema and queso fresco and corn tortillas Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Enfrijoladas - $23: Corn tortillas smothered in black bean sauce, topped with onions, lettuce, crema, queso fresco and served with skirt steak Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Entomatadas - $21: Corn tortillas smothered in tomatillo salsa topped with queso fresco, crema, lettuce, onions and served with skirt steak Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Tacos al Pastor - $15: Barbequed pork on corn tortillas, pico de gallo and salsa verde Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tacos Carne Asada - $15: Steak on corn tortillas topped with cilantro, onions and salsa Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oaxacan Black Mole - $20: House specialty black mole with chicken or pork ribs, white rice and corn tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Plate - $21: Skirt steak served with rice, black beans, pico de gallo, guacamole, fried jalapeño and corn tortillas Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Relleno - $19: Cheese stuffed jalapeño pepper, deep fried in egg batter and served with red rice, black beans and corn tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tlayuda (Mexican Pizza) - $29: Giant corn tortilla topped with beans, quesillo, lard, cabbage, avocado, chorizo, cactus, tomatoes, fried jalapeños and steak Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Shrimp - $21: Lime, chile, and garlic marinated sautéed prawns with white rice, pinto beans and corn tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pozole - $18: Pork and hominy stew served with corn tostadas, sliced cabbage, radishes, cilantro and onions Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Tortilla Chips with Guacamole or Pinto Beans - $11: Corn tortilla chips served with a side of guacamole or pinto beans and house-made salsas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Molotes - $13: Fried corn rolls filled with potatoes, pork chorizo and topped with avocado sauce, queso fresco and salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Ceviche - $22: Shrimp marinated in lime juice with pico de gallo, topped with avocado slices, served with corn tostadas Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Quesadillas - $12: Two fried quesadillas topped with black bean sauce, lettuce, salsa, cheese, crema and avocado salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- House Margarita - $11: Sauza, fresh lime juice, triple sec
- Cafe de Olla - $4: Cinnamon-infused coffee
- Agua Fresca - $4: Freshly made fruit water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Mexican Coke - $4: Bottled soda
- Michelada - $8: Fresh lime juice, house Michelada mix, Tajin rim and choice of beer
Add-ons
- Extra Cheese - $2 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach
- Extra Crema - $2 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Habanero Salsa - $2 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline
- Side of Tortillas (3) - $2 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
Frequently Asked Questions about El Mezcalito
- Is El Mezcalito dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. El Mezcalito has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tortilla Chips with Guacamole or Pinto Beans, Habanero Salsa and Side of Tortillas (3).
- What can I eat at El Mezcalito on a dairy-free diet?
- Tortilla Chips with Guacamole or Pinto Beans, Habanero Salsa and Side of Tortillas (3) carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does El Mezcalito have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Tortilla Chips with Guacamole or Pinto Beans and Agua Fresca.
- What is the highest-protein dish at El Mezcalito?
- Fried Quesadillas, at roughly 61.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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