El Presidente – Mexican
El Presidente pulses with a vibrant, festive energy, where the air is sweet with the scent of cinnamon-dusted churro waffles and savory with the sizzle of spiced carne asada. The kitchen transforms traditional morning staples into bold, colorful celebrations, from Yucatecan-style huevos rancheros to hefty Mission burritos and golden chicken milanesa tortas. It is a sun-drenched sanctuary of Mexican-inspired comfort, inviting guests to linger over a leisurely brunch or enjoy a spirited, flavor-packed lunch.
1255 Union Street Northeast https://elpresidentedc.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, nut-free, high-protein, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, low-carb, pescatarian, sugar-free, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, whole30, paleo, diabetic, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, atkins, volumetrics, tlc, low-fodmap, carnivore, mayo-clinic, candida, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:30 AM - 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests love the lively, festive atmosphere of this NoMA gem, which captures the vibrant energy of a Mexican club and restaurant. Celebrated for its gracious and accommodating service, the experience is further elevated by standout dishes like the delicious desserts that reviewers frequently highlight.
Menu
Brunch Specialties
- Churro Waffle - $16: cinnamon-sugar, whipped cream, chocolate sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Breakfast Burrito - $16: papas bravas, jalapeño cheese sauce, eggs, bacon, pico de gallo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Yucatecan Style Huevos Rancheros - $17: fried eggs, slab bacon, roasted tomato sauce, plantains, queso fresco, crispy tostadas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- French Toast - $17: oven-fired torrejas, maple syrup, whipped cream, candied pecans Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- El Presidente Burger - $19: double patty, american cheese, chipotle remoulade, pickled jalapeños & onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Huevos Mexicana - $18: scrambled eggs with tomatoes, onions and cilantro with a side of rice, beans, tortilla and salsa verde Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
Lunch Specialties
- Poquito Dinero Lunch Prix Fixe - $19.99: Choice of Starter (Tortilla Soup or Caesar), two Mains (Tacos or Enchilada), and Dessert (Ice Cream or Sorbet) Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Chicken Milanesa Torta - $18: queso mixto, black bean spread, chipotle remoulade, pickled jalapeño, avocado, cabbage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Carne Asada Mission Burrito - $19: rice, black beans, queso mixto, guacamole, salsa roja, crema, pico de gallo, pickled jalapeño Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Chicken Mission Burrito - $16: rice, black beans, queso mixto, guacamole, salsa roja, crema, pico de gallo, pickled jalapeño Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
Sides
- Bacon - $5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Papas Bravas - $7: morita aioli, red onions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Mexican Style Seasonal Fruit - $9: chamoy, tajin, lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
Desserts
- Tres Leches - $13: strawberries, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- El Presidente Sundae - $16: mexican chocolate ice cream, marshmallow, wet pecans, peanut brittle, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Churros - $14: chocolate and raspberry sauces Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Mexican Chocolate Pudding - $12: spiced chocolate cookie, whipped cream, shaved mexican chocolate Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Ice Cream & Sorbet - $8: daily selection Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Bloody Mary - $16: vodka, spicy tomato, celery
- Bloody Maria - $16: blanco tequila, spicy tomato, celery
- Carmelized Pineapple Mimosa - $15: cava, caramelized pineapple, lime
- Carajillo - $15: licor 43, copa de oro coffee liqueur, espresso
- Café - $4.5
- Cold Brew Iced Café - $6
- Espresso - $4
- Double Espresso - $6
- Capuchino - $6
- Latté - $6
- Artisanal Hot Tea - $6: seasonal selections
- Tigre Sucia - $15: horchata, 1921 tequila crema or bumbu rum crème
Dessert Sippers
- Amargo Vallet - $14.5
- Cantera Negra Café - $13.5
- Casa 1921 Tequila Cream - $16.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Casa D’aristi Huana - $14 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Casa D’aristi Xtabentún - $13.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Copa de Oro - $12.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Fernet Vallet - $14.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Nixta Licor de Elote - $13.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pajarote Clavo & Caramomo - $13.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Pajarote Jengibre - $13.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Pajarote Ponche Tamarindo - $13 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Xila Licor de Agave - $14.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber