El Real Mexican Grill – Mexican
El Real Mexican Grill pulses with a festive energy, where the air is thick with the irresistible scent of charred street corn and bubbling, molten queso fundido. Guests gather over vibrant samplers and golden taquitos, dipping into bowls of fresh, hand-mashed guacamole and zesty house-made dips that celebrate the bold, communal spirit of a true neighborhood fiesta. Every plate, from the smoky heat of baked wings to the savory comfort of fiesta-style fries, serves as a colorful invitation to linger and share in the lively atmosphere.
1475 Buford Drive, Lawrenceville GA 30043 https://elrealmexicangrill.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, tlc, volumetrics, soy-free
Diet fit at El Real Mexican Grill
Dairy-Free at El Real Mexican Grill
El Real Mexican Grill in Lawrenceville has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fresh Guacamole Real. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at El Real Mexican Grill
El Real Mexican Grill in Lawrenceville has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fresh Guacamole Real. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at El Real Mexican Grill
El Real Mexican Grill in Lawrenceville has 8 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Churros with Ice Cream, Traditional Flan Custard and Fresh Guacamole Real. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at El Real Mexican Grill
El Real Mexican Grill in Lawrenceville has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Three Way Dip, Golden Taquitos and Street Corn (Elote). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at El Real Mexican Grill
El Real Mexican Grill in Lawrenceville has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cheese Dip (Large). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at El Real Mexican Grill
El Real Mexican Grill in Lawrenceville has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fiesta Fries and Cheese Dip (Large). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at El Real Mexican Grill
El Real Mexican Grill in Lawrenceville has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fresh Guacamole Real. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at El Real Mexican Grill
El Real Mexican Grill in Lawrenceville has 7 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Churros with Ice Cream, Traditional Flan Custard and Fresh Guacamole Real. 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 Real Mexican Grill
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Three Way Dip | 28.4 g | 55 g |
| Street Corn (Elote) | 21 g | 54.2 g |
| El Real Sampler | 114.9 g | 37.2 g |
| Burrito California | 95.1 g | 33.9 g |
| Golden Taquitos | 0 g | 27 g |
| Chicken Soup (Bowl) | 38 g | 14.9 g |
| Tuxedo Bomb | 70.8 g | 11.3 g |
| Cheese Dip (Small) | 50.2 g | 10.4 g |
| Fiesta Fries | 9.1 g | 7.1 g |
| Traditional Flan Custard | 54.5 g | 6.4 g |
| Fresh Guacamole Real | 25.8 g | 5.9 g |
| Cheese Dip (Large) | 5 g | 5.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests love the relaxing outdoor seating and the excellent service provided by attentive staff, who ensure a comfortable pace for every meal. Standout menu items include the delicious margaritas and flavorful dishes that reviewers highlight as consistently high quality. Celebrated for its welcoming atmosphere and friendly hospitality, the experience is praised for being both unhurried and memorable.
Menu
Appetizers
- Fiesta Chicken - $14.99: Bed of rice topped with cheese dip, potato wedges, grilled chicken, pico de gallo, and jalapeño peppers Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fiesta Fries - $13.99: Bed of fries topped with ground beef, pico de gallo, jalapeños, and cheese dip Dietary tags: Low-Carb, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- El Real Sampler - $16.99: Chicken taquitos, beef mini sopes, grilled chicken quesadillas, and cheese dip Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Three Way Dip - $14.99: Chicken, steak, and shrimp served on cheese dip Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Wings - $15.99: Served with fries and choice of sauce: mango habanero, sweet chili, lemon pepper, mild, hot, or BBQ Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hector's Dip - $12.99: Mushrooms, pico de gallo, ground beef and signature cheese dip Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Fundido - $15.99: Melted Chihuahua cheese with chorizo and scallions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Golden Taquitos - $15.99: Four fried taquitos with lettuce, tomato, cilantro, sour cream, queso fresco and guacamole Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Street Corn (Elote) - $6.99: Grilled corn on the cob with mayo, queso fresco, and Tajín Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Guacamole & Dips
- Fresh Guacamole Real - $11.99: Fresh avocado with onions, tomato, and cilantro, drizzled with cilantro lime sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Belly Guacamole - $16.99: Topped with crispy chunks of pork belly and queso fresco Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Dip (Small) - $5.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Cheese Dip (Large) - $9.99 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach
Soups
- Chicken Soup (Bowl) - $10.99: Chicken broth, shredded chicken, pico de gallo, avocado, cheese, tortilla strips, rice Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Birria Soup - $13.99: Beef birria broth with fresh cilantro, onions and tortillas Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pacific Soup - $16.99: Chipotle seafood broth with shrimp, fish, vegetables, topped with fried calamari Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Molcajete Real - $29.99: Chicken, steak, and shrimp with green tomatillo sauce, spring onions, cactus leaf, and grilled cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada - $20.99: Grilled steak, cheese enchilada, chile toreado, Cambray onion, rice, and tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerry's Chicken - $16.99: Grilled chicken breast, sautéed onions, mushrooms, spinach, cheese sauce, rice, and salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Real - $23.99: Grilled salmon and shrimp covered with chipotle sauce, served with white rice and salad Dietary tags: Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos & Burritos
- Quesabirria Tacos - $15.99: Birria beef, Chihuahua cheese, cilantro, birria broth, pickled red onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrito California - $14.99: Protein choice, rice, black beans, cheese, sour cream, guacamole, pico de gallo, and chipotle cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Traditional Flan Custard - $7.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Churros with Ice Cream - $7.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Tuxedo Bomb - $8.99: Chocolate mousse, vanilla mousse, and chocolate cake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Soda - $3.5: Coke, Diet Coke, Coke Zero, Sprite, Fanta Orange, Lemonade, Mr. PiBB
- Jarritos - $3.5: Pineapple, Fruit Punch, Mandarin, Grapefruit, Mango, Apple Cider, or Sangria
- Horchata - $3.99: Traditional Mexican rice milk beverage
Frequently Asked Questions about El Real Mexican Grill
- Is El Real Mexican Grill dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. El Real Mexican Grill has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fresh Guacamole Real.
- What can I eat at El Real Mexican Grill on a dairy-free diet?
- Fresh Guacamole Real carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does El Real Mexican Grill have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Fresh Guacamole Real.
- Is El Real Mexican Grill gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at El Real Mexican Grill?
- Three Way Dip, at roughly 55g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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