El Pelon – Mexican
This vibrant neighborhood gem hums with the energy of a bustling cantina, where the air is thick with the savory scent of sizzling meats and the irresistible crunch of warm, salted chips. Diners tuck into golden-fried taquitos and overstuffed tortas, while a variety of griddled quesadillas—oozing with melted cheese and smoky braised pork—offer a comforting, soul-warming taste of authentic street-food flair. Whether sharing a plate of sweet, caramelized plantains or diving into a crisp tostada, every bite captures a festive spirit that turns a simple meal into a sun-drenched escape.
2197, Commonwealth Avenue, Brighton, MA +16172629090 https://elpelon.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, nut-free, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, keto, low-carb, sugar-free, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, raw-food, tlc, detox, alkaline, slow-carb, mayo-clinic, pegan, candida
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Antojitos
- Taquitos - $7.75: Corn tortillas filled with shredded beef lightly fried. Served with salsa fresca and guacamole. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Tostada - $7.95: Crispy corn tortilla layered with refried beans and your choice of chicken, steak or pork. Topped with salsa fresca, lettuce, cheese and sour cream. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Plantains - $6.95: Lightly fried until golden brown. Served with fire roasted salsa. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Chips & Salsa - $4.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
Quesadillas
- Cheese Quesadilla - $5.95: Flour tortilla grilled with Jack cheese and served with a side of salsa fresca. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Grilled Chicken Quesadilla - $8.95: Flour tortilla grilled with Jack cheese and grilled chicken, served with a side of salsa fresca. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Braised Pork Quesadilla - $7.95: Flour tortilla grilled with Jack cheese and braised pork, served with a side of salsa fresca. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Grilled Steak Quesadilla - $8.95: Flour tortilla grilled with Jack cheese and grilled steak, served with a side of salsa fresca. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Black Bean Quesadilla - $6.95: Flour tortilla grilled with Jack cheese and black beans, served with a side of salsa fresca. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
Tortas
- Grilled Chicken Torta - $8.95: Mexican sandwich on a toasted roll with refried beans, limed onions, lettuce, salsa, spicy mayo and guacamole. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Braised Pork Torta - $8.95: Mexican sandwich on a toasted roll with refried beans, limed onions, lettuce, salsa, spicy mayo and guacamole. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Grilled Steak Torta - $8.95: Mexican sandwich on a toasted roll with beans, limed onions, lettuce, salsa, spicy mayo and guacamole. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Burritos
- El Guapo Burrito - $12.5: Grilled steak, Mexican rice, black beans, fried plantains, Jack cheese, fire roasted salsa, Romaine lettuce and sour cream. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Grilled Chicken Burrito - $10.95: Grilled chicken with black beans, Mexican rice, Jack cheese, lettuce and salsa fresca rolled in a flour tortilla. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Grilled Steak Burrito - $11.95: Grilled steak with black beans, Mexican rice, Jack cheese, lettuce and salsa fresca rolled in a flour tortilla. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Braised Pork Burrito - $10.95: Braised pork with black beans, Mexican rice, Jack cheese, lettuce and salsa fresca rolled in a flour tortilla. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Fish Burrito - $11.95: Atlantic cod lightly fried in a crispy corn meal breading with black bean, Mexican rice, lettuce, spicy mayo and salsa fresca. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Calabacitas (Veggies) Burrito - $8.95: Roasted butternut squash, tomato, zucchini and onion with black beans, Mexican rice, Jack cheese, lettuce, and salsa fresca. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Bean & Cheese Burrito - $7.5: Black beans, Mexican rice, Jack cheese, lettuce and salsa fresca rolled in a flour tortilla. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
Tacos
- Pescado Tacos (2) - $11.95: Crispy cornmeal and spice encrusted cod topped with arbol chile mayo, limed onions, pickled cabbage and cucumbers. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Caramelos Tacos (2) - $12.95: Grilled steak with melted Jack cheese, hot sauce, salsa fresca and guacamole. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Americanos Tacos (2) - $9.95: Grilled chicken, Jack cheese, lettuce, sour cream and salsa fresca. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Rajas con Queso Tacos (2) - $8.5: Black beans, roasted poblano chiles and Jack cheese with salsa fresca. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Single Braised Pork Taco - $4.95: Braised Pork with refried beans, limed onions, pickled cabbage, cucumbers, and fire roasted salsa on a soft corn tortilla. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
Main Courses
- Chicken Plate - $12.5: Served with Mexican rice, your choice of beans, Rajas con Queso and two corn tortillas. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Steak Plate - $12.5: Served with Mexican rice, your choice of beans, Rajas con Queso and two corn tortillas. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Chimichanga - $6.75: Two flour tortillas rolled with chicken and cheese. Topped with tomato-jalapeño sauce, lettuce and crema. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Tamale - $3.95: Roasted Poblano peppers, corn and Jack cheese in cornmeal, steamed in a cornhusk and served with crema. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
Sides
- Guacamole (1/2 pint) - $7.95 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Mexican Rice - $3.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Refried Beans - $3.95 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb
Beverages
- Mexican Coca Cola - $3.95
- Jarritos - $3.95
- Fountain Soda - $2.95
- Lemonade - $2.95