El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant – Mexican
El Pueblo captures the vibrant spirit of a traditional Mexican morning, where the air is thick with the savory aroma of sizzling chorizo and freshly pressed tortillas. Diners dive into oversized breakfast burritos bursting with tender steak and eggs or savor the bold, tangy crunch of chilaquiles smothered in vibrant red or green salsas. This bustling neighborhood gem transforms the first meal of the day into a festive celebration of authentic heritage and hearty, sun-drenched flavors.
820 Birmingham Drive, CA 92007 https://elpueblomex.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, macrobiotic
Diet fit at El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant
Dairy-Free at El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant
El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant in Cardiff By The Sea has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chips and Salsa, Rice (8oz) and Beans (8oz). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant
El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant in Cardiff By The Sea has 10 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chilaquiles Rojos Or Verdes, Chips and Salsa and El Pueblo Fish Taco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant
El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant in Cardiff By The Sea has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Surf and Turf Burrito, El Pueblo Fish Taco and Carne Asada Taco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant
El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant in Cardiff By The Sea has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chips and Salsa, Rice (8oz) and Beans (8oz). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant
El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant in Cardiff By The Sea has 8 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chilaquiles Rojos Or Verdes, Chips and Salsa and Rice (8oz). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant
El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant in Cardiff By The Sea has 4 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including El Pueblo Fish Taco, Rice (8oz) and Beans (8oz). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant
El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant in Cardiff By The Sea has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Rice (8oz). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant
El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant in Cardiff By The Sea has 14 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Surf and Turf Burrito, Chips and Salsa and El Pueblo Fish Taco. 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 Pueblo Mexican Restaurant
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Breakfast Burrito | 102 g | 62.5 g |
| Surf and Turf Burrito | 51.2 g | 53.5 g |
| Supreme Veggie Burrito | 78.5 g | 34.1 g |
| Super Breakfast Burrito | 67.7 g | 31.3 g |
| Chilaquiles Rojos Or Verdes | 73 g | 29.5 g |
| Carne Asada Burrito | 40.1 g | 25 g |
| Carne Asada Taco | 13.1 g | 24.7 g |
| Huevos a la Mexicana | 61.4 g | 23.7 g |
| El Pueblo Torta | 42.6 g | 23.4 g |
| Steak and Eggs Burrito | 35.6 g | 22.5 g |
| Huevos con Jamon | 34.4 g | 17.7 g |
| Bean and Cheese Burrito | 35.7 g | 17.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
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What diners are saying
Celebrated for its inviting atmosphere and professional service, this neighborhood addition is a hit with guests who praise the consistently tender appetizers and main courses. Standout dishes include the exceptionally flavorful pizza, which reviewers highlight as a must-order item. Diners appreciate the welcoming staff and warm environment, often noting that making a reservation is well worth it for such a high-quality experience.
Menu
Breakfast Burritos
- Super Breakfast Burrito - $10.99: Eggs, beans, cheese, potato, and choice of ham or bacon Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Steak and Eggs Burrito - $11.99: Steak, scrambled eggs, and cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Machaca Burrito - $10.5: Shredded beef, bell peppers, onion, tomato, scrambled with eggs Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Burrito - $8.99: Eggs, beans and cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chorizo Burrito - $9.5: Eggs and chorizo Available at: breakfast, brunch
Breakfast Plates
- Huevos a la Mexicana - $11.25: Scrambled eggs, bell pepper, onion, tomato, and cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Huevos con Jamon - $11.25: Scrambled eggs, ham, and cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Huevos Rancheros - $11.5: Fried eggs over a fried tortilla, with salsa ranchera and cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chilaquiles Rojos Or Verdes - $12.99: Choice of red or green sauce, tortilla chips, scrambled eggs, onions, cilantro, sour cream, and cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
Burritos
- Fish Burrito - $10.99: Chipotle sauce, fried fish, cabbage, and pico de gallo Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Burrito - $12.5: Carne asada with pico de gallo and guacamole Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Supreme Veggie Burrito - $9.5: Beans, rice, pico de gallo, sour cream, and cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bean and Cheese Burrito - $6.99: Beans and cheese in a fresh, warm tortilla Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- California Burrito - $12.99: Choice of meat, french fries, pico de gallo, and cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Surf and Turf Burrito - $14.5: Carne asada, shrimp, guacamole, sour cream, and rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chimichanga - $13.5: Deep-fried burrito with choice of shredded chicken or beef, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, and cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
- El Pueblo Fish Taco - $1.39: Chipotle sauce, cabbage, and pico de gallo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Taco - $4.5: Carne asada, pico de gallo, and guacamole Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- 5 Rolled Tacos - $7.99: Choice of chicken or beef, topped with guacamole or sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- 3 Flautas - $8.5: Choice of chicken or beef, flour tortillas, guacamole, lettuce, pico de gallo, sour cream, and cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses & Plates
- Carne Asada Plate - $15.99: Seasoned carne asada served with rice, beans, lettuce, guacamole, salsa fresca, and tortillas Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Relleno Plate - $14.5: Cheese stuffed chiles served with rice, beans, lettuce, guacamole, salsa fresca, and tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- El Pueblo Torta - $12.99: Carnitas, avocado, lettuce, tomato, and enchilada sauce. Served with fries. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tortilla Soup - $9.5: Traditional chicken tortilla soup Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Beans (8oz) - $3.5: Mexican style beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice (8oz) - $3.5: Mexican style rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips and Salsa - $4.99: Fresh tortilla chips and house salsa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Horchata - $3.25: Traditional rice milk beverage
- Jamaica - $3.25: Hibiscus tea
- Fountain Drinks - $2.99: Assorted sodas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant
- Is El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chips and Salsa, Rice (8oz) and Beans (8oz).
- What can I eat at El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant on a dairy-free diet?
- Chips and Salsa, Rice (8oz) and Beans (8oz) 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 Pueblo Mexican Restaurant have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Chips and Salsa and Rice (8oz).
- What is the highest-protein dish at El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant?
- Breakfast Burrito, at roughly 62.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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