EL TIZONCITO – Mexican
El Tizoncito serves Mexican grill plates on James L Redman Parkway in Plant City, named for owner Anselmo's childhood nickname, tizon, the burning coal he shoveled into his father's stove growing up in rural Mexico. The kitchen leans on fresh, USA-sourced produce across a menu split into house specialties off the grill, seafood plates, and a beer and wine list. Sunday afternoons bring a live mariachi band to the dining room, playing noon to three. Regulars keep coming back for the steak tacos and a trio of salsas, praising quick service and fair pricing at this family-run Hillsborough County spot.
1707 JAMES L REDMAN PKWY UNIT A, PLANT CITY, FL, 33563 863 258 0599 https://www.eltizoncitogrillmex.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, tlc, volumetrics, soy-free
Diet fit at EL TIZONCITO
Dairy-Free at EL TIZONCITO
EL TIZONCITO in Plant City has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Steak a la Mexicana and Pork in Green Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at EL TIZONCITO
EL TIZONCITO in Plant City has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Steak a la Mexicana and Pork in Green Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at EL TIZONCITO
EL TIZONCITO in Plant City has 6 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Camarones al Mojo de Ajo, Camarones a la Mantequilla and Camarones a La Mexicana. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at EL TIZONCITO
EL TIZONCITO in Plant City has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Camarones a La Mexicana, Chicken Wings and Alambre. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at EL TIZONCITO
EL TIZONCITO in Plant City has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Camarones al Mojo de Ajo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at EL TIZONCITO
EL TIZONCITO in Plant City has 6 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Flautas, Camarones al Mojo de Ajo and Tortas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Paleo at EL TIZONCITO
EL TIZONCITO in Plant City has 2 paleo-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Steak a la Mexicana and Pork in Green Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at EL TIZONCITO
EL TIZONCITO in Plant City has 6 pescatarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Camarones al Mojo de Ajo, Camarones a la Mantequilla and Camarones a La Mexicana. 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 TIZONCITO
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Soft Tacos | 1 g | 77.3 g |
| Chicken Wings | 1.4 g | 57.1 g |
| Alambre | 13.5 g | 49.4 g |
| Camarones a La Mexicana | 24.8 g | 37 g |
| Camarones a La Diabla | 67.5 g | 36.2 g |
| Camarones al Mojo de Ajo | 82 g | 25.5 g |
| Nacho Supreme | 87.2 g | 24.8 g |
| Chicken Tenders | 9.2 g | 15.2 g |
| Steak a la Mexicana | 103.4 g | 13.4 g |
| Choriqueso | 0.8 g | 10.4 g |
| Fajita Mix | 5.8 g | 10.3 g |
| Camarones Empanizados | 14.8 g | 9.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Appetizers
- Nacho Supreme - $12.99: Crispy corn tortilla, beans, sour cream, fresh cheese, jalapeño slices, tomatoes, guacamole, and salad. Choice of chicken, steak, al pastor, ground beef, or carnitas. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings - $12.99: 10 piece jumbo chicken wings with choice of sauce: mango habanero, mild, hot, extra hot, BBQ, blue cheese or ranch. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Choriqueso - $7.99: Chorizo with mozzarella cheese and 3 flour tortillas. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Carne - $7.99: Ground beef with cheese and 3 flour tortillas. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tenders - $7.99: 4 piece chicken tenders with french fries. Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Soft Tacos - $2.25: Corn or flour tortilla with choice of meat: steak, chicken, al pastor, ground beef, beef barbacoa, carnitas, chorizo, or beef tongue. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tostadas & Sopes - $3.25: Served with rice & beans, salad, avocado, cheese, and sour cream. Choice of meat. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tortas - $7.99: Served with salad, jalapeño, avocado, mayonnaise and grated cheese. Choice of meat. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pambazo - $7.99: Non-spicy homemade Mexican sauce, chorizo, potato, salad, sour cream, and grated cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadilla Plate - $11.99: 2 mozzarella quesadillas served with rice & beans, salad, and choice of meat. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sincronizada Plate - $11.99: Tortilla sandwich with ham, mozzarella & pineapple. Served with rice & beans, and salad. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gringa Plate - $11.99: Soft flour tortilla filled with cheese, al pastor, and pineapple. Served with rice & beans, and salad. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Alambre - $13.99: Chopped grilled beef and chorizo topped with bacon, roasted peppers, roasted onions, mozzarella cheese, and salsa. Served with tortillas. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Riendo - $13.99: Steak, bacon, mushrooms, onion, and mozzarella cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Nazo - $13.99: Pork chop, bacon, onion, roasted bell peppers, mushrooms, and mozzarella cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Burrito Plate - $11.99: Choice of meat. Served with rice & beans. Available at: dinner, lunch
- T. Rex Burrito - $13.99: Chicken, al pastor, steak, beans, mozzarella cheese, salad, and grated Mexican cheese. Served with rice and beans. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrito-Raptor - $13.99: Steak, chorizo, bacon, beans, mozzarella cheese, salad, and grated Mexican cheese. Served with rice and beans. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajita Mix - $14.99: Chicken, beef, shrimp, bell pepper, onion, mushrooms, rice, beans, guacamole, salad, and grated cheese. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Seafood
- Camarones a La Diabla - $14.99: 14 jumbo shrimp in spicy sauce served with salad and rice & beans. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Camarones al Mojo de Ajo - $14.99: 14 jumbo shrimp infused in a garlic, butter, and olive oil sauce. Served with rice and beans. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Camarones a la Mantequilla - $14.99: 14 jumbo shrimp infused in butter. Served with rice and beans. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Camarones Fundidos - $14.99: 14 jumbo shrimp with melted cheese. Served with rice and beans. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Camarones a La Mexicana - $14.99: 14 jumbo shrimp with homemade Mexican sauce with jalapeños, tomatoes, onion, and cilantro. Served with rice and beans. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Camarones Empanizados - $14.99: 14 jumbo breaded shrimp. Served with rice and beans. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
House Specialties
- Pork in Green Sauce - $12.99: Puerco en Salsa Verde Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak a la Mexicana - $13.99: Bistec a la Mexicana Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Flautas - $11.99: Flautas de Pollo Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Chili - $12.99: Chile Relleno Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about EL TIZONCITO
- Is EL TIZONCITO dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. EL TIZONCITO has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Steak a la Mexicana and Pork in Green Sauce.
- What can I eat at EL TIZONCITO on a dairy-free diet?
- Steak a la Mexicana and Pork in Green Sauce carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Is EL TIZONCITO gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are 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 TIZONCITO?
- Soft Tacos, at roughly 77.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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