El Tamarindo – Mexican
The rhythmic patting of masa fills the air at El Tamarindo, where award-winning pupusas are griddled to golden perfection and served alongside vibrant, street-style tacos bursting with fresh, zesty flavors. This lively neighborhood gem invites guests to linger over the rich aroma of a full coffee menu, blending the warmth of a traditional Central American kitchen with the comforting, communal hum of a modern cafe.
1785, Florida Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC, 20009 +12023283660 https://www.eltamarindodc.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Diet fit at El Tamarindo
Dairy-Free at El Tamarindo
El Tamarindo in Washington has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Delicious Tacos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at El Tamarindo
El Tamarindo in Washington has 2 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Delicious Tacos and Full Coffee Menu. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at El Tamarindo
El Tamarindo in Washington has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Delicious Tacos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at El Tamarindo
El Tamarindo in Washington has 1 vegetarian-tagged dish on its current menu, including Delicious Tacos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at El Tamarindo
El Tamarindo in Washington has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Delicious Tacos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at El Tamarindo
El Tamarindo in Washington has 1 low-sodium-tagged dish on its current menu, including Delicious Tacos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Mediterranean at El Tamarindo
El Tamarindo in Washington has 1 mediterranean-tagged dish on its current menu, including Delicious Tacos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Paleo at El Tamarindo
El Tamarindo in Washington has 1 paleo-tagged dish on its current menu, including Full Coffee Menu. 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 Tamarindo
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Delicious Tacos | 15.2 g | 4.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Friday - Saturday
- 10:00 AM - 2:00 AM
- Sunday - Thursday
- 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Menu
Pupusas
Our signature Salvadoran dish
- Award Winning Pupusas: Authentic Salvadoran stuffed corn tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
Fresh and flavorful Mexican tacos
- Delicious Tacos: Authentic Mexican style tacos Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
Coffee and other drinks
- Full Coffee Menu: Assorted coffee drinks from El Tam's Café Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about El Tamarindo
- Is El Tamarindo dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. El Tamarindo has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Delicious Tacos.
- What can I eat at El Tamarindo on a dairy-free diet?
- Delicious Tacos 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 Tamarindo have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Delicious Tacos.
- What is the highest-protein dish at El Tamarindo?
- Delicious Tacos, at roughly 4.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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