La Mexicana – Mexican
La Mexicana hums with the vibrant energy of a traditional kitchen, where the comforting aroma of toasted corn and simmering tomatillos invites guests to linger over authentic, soul-warming fare. Golden chilaquiles verdes and tender chicken bathed in velvety poblano cream take center stage, elevated by the pillowy softness of flour tortillas pressed by hand and served steaming hot. Whether starting the day with spice-kissed breakfast tacos or settling in for a savory feast, every bite celebrates the rich, sun-drenched flavors of a true Mexican home.
1018, Fairview Street, Houston, TX, 77006 +17135210963 https://www.lamexicanarestaurant.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, south-beach, renal, tlc, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at La Mexicana
Dairy-Free at La Mexicana
La Mexicana in Houston has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pollo Poblano and Fresh Handmade Flour Tortillas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at La Mexicana
La Mexicana in Houston has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pollo Poblano. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at La Mexicana
La Mexicana in Houston has 2 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Assorted Tacos and Fresh Handmade Flour Tortillas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at La Mexicana
La Mexicana in Houston has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pollo Poblano. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at La Mexicana
La Mexicana in Houston has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pollo Poblano. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at La Mexicana
La Mexicana in Houston has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fresh Handmade Flour Tortillas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at La Mexicana
La Mexicana in Houston has 1 vegetarian-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fresh Handmade Flour Tortillas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at La Mexicana
La Mexicana in Houston has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pollo Poblano, Chilaquiles Verdes con Pollo and Fresh Handmade Flour Tortillas. 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 La Mexicana
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Breakfast Tacos | 88 g | 29.8 g |
| Pollo Poblano | 13.6 g | 27.7 g |
| Chilaquiles Verdes con Pollo | 1 g | 11.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Main Courses
Authentic and Tex-Mex dishes served all day.
- Chilaquiles Verdes con Pollo: Green sauce chilaquiles with chicken Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Pollo Poblano: Poblano style chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
Freshly prepared tacos with handmade tortillas.
- Breakfast Tacos: Variety of breakfast tacos served all day Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Assorted Tacos: Large variety of tacos served all day Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
Accompaniments made fresh daily.
- Fresh Handmade Flour Tortillas: Made in house everyday Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about La Mexicana
- Is La Mexicana dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. La Mexicana has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pollo Poblano and Fresh Handmade Flour Tortillas.
- What can I eat at La Mexicana on a dairy-free diet?
- Pollo Poblano and Fresh Handmade Flour Tortillas carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does La Mexicana have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Fresh Handmade Flour Tortillas.
- Is La Mexicana 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 La Mexicana?
- Breakfast Tacos, at roughly 29.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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