La Plancha – Mexican
La Plancha pulses with a vibrant energy where the rhythmic crunch of house-made chips and the sizzle of molten queso fundido set the stage for a spirited communal feast. Guests navigate a kaleidoscope of bold flavors, from the smoky char of street corn to the zesty brightness of fresh guacamole, all served in a space that celebrates the art of the shared snack. This lively destination captures the festive essence of a neighborhood hangout, where towering plates of nachos and bowls of savory tortilla soup invite friends to linger over every spicy, savory bite.
3600 Frederica Road, Saint Simons Island GA 31522 https://laplancharestaurant.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-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at La Plancha
Dairy-Free at La Plancha
La Plancha in Saint Simons Island has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rice, Chips + House Made Salsa and Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at La Plancha
La Plancha in Saint Simons Island has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at La Plancha
La Plancha in Saint Simons Island has 13 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Veggie Burrito, Mexican Chopped Salad and Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at La Plancha
La Plancha in Saint Simons Island has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Veggie Burrito, Fried Jalapeño Poppers and Shrimp Taco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at La Plancha
La Plancha in Saint Simons Island has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Queso Dip. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at La Plancha
La Plancha in Saint Simons Island has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Queso Dip. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at La Plancha
La Plancha in Saint Simons Island has 9 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rice, Chips + House Made Salsa and Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at La Plancha
La Plancha in Saint Simons Island has 14 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Veggie Burrito, Mexican Chopped Salad and Rice. 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 Plancha
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Ground Beef Taco | 25.6 g | 62.5 g |
| Mexican Chopped Salad | 44.8 g | 39.3 g |
| Ground Beef Burrito | 14.8 g | 36.5 g |
| Veggie Nachos | 82.3 g | 33 g |
| Dip Trio | 49.5 g | 32.5 g |
| Shrimp Taco | 18.2 g | 29.9 g |
| Macho Nachos | 111.5 g | 28.8 g |
| Chipotle Caesar Salad | 65.3 g | 28.1 g |
| Fundido Dip | 65.5 g | 27.7 g |
| Short Rib Burrito | 69.5 g | 26.3 g |
| Fried Jalapeño Poppers | 0.2 g | 14.8 g |
| Veggie Burrito | 7 g | 11.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its consistently great food and efficient service, guests frequently return for the fast and friendly experience that makes every visit seamless. Reviewers highlight the charming outdoor picnic tables as a favorite spot for
Menu
Appetizers
- Chips + House Made Salsa - $5: Roasted Tomatoes, Onion, Garlic, Cilantro, and Assorted Chiles Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Dip - $8: Cheese dip Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guacamole - $9: Dave’s Mom’s Family Recipe Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dip Trio - $14: Queso, Guacamole, and Salsa Rojo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fundido Dip - $9: Queso Dip with Seasoned Ground Beef, Pico de Gallo, Cilantro, Fresno Hot Sauce Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Street Corn - $10: Off the Cob, Grilled, Tossed with Crema, Topped with Cilantro, Tajin, Cotija Cheese, Served with Tortilla Chips Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Jalapeño Poppers - $10: Served with Cilantro Lime Cream Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Nachos, Soup & Salad
- Macho Nachos - $14: Seasoned Beef, Queso, Refried Beans, Topped with Lettuce, Pico de Gallo, Crema Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Nachos - $12: Queso, Black Beans, Corn Salsa, Lettuce, Crema, Topped with Guacamole Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tortilla Soup - $12: Mild Spiced Chicken Broth, with Tomato, Roasted Corn, Black Beans, and Chicken, Garnished with Cilantro, Onion, and Crispy Tortilla Strips, with Sour Cream on the Side Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexican Chopped Salad - $10: Romaine Lettuce, Black Beans, Corn Pico, Cucumber, Crispy Tortilla Strips, and Cotija Cheese, Served with Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette or Chipotle Ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chipotle Caesar Salad - $10: Tossed in our House Made Chipotle Caesar Dressing, Topped with Parmesan Cheese, Toasted Pepitas, Crispy Tortilla Strips Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
- Ground Beef Taco - $6: Monterey Jack Cheese, Lettuce, Pico de Gallo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Taco - $6: Green Chili Salsa Verde, Cilantro, Onion Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Al Pastor Taco - $6: Grilled Pineapple, Cilantro, Onion Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Short Rib Taco - $6: Shredded Guajillo-Braised Beef, Mexican Crema, Cilantro, Onion Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mahi-Mahi Taco - $6: Blackened, Chimichurri Cream Sauce, Cilantro, Onion, Cotija Cheese Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Taco - $6: Roasted Corn Pico de Gallo, Mexican Crema Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Taco - $6: Chipotle-Agave Glazed Sweet Potato, Guacamole, Pico de Gallo, Cilantro Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Burritos
- Ground Beef Burrito - $16: Rice, Refried Beans, Cheese, Pico de Gallo, Sour Cream Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Burrito - $17: Rice, Refried Beans, Cheese, Pico de Gallo, Sour Cream Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Short Rib Burrito - $18: Rice, Refried Beans, Cheese, Pico de Gallo, Sour Cream Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Burrito - $16: Chipotle-Agave Glazed Sweet Potato, Avocado, Rice, Black Beans, and Cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Fajitas
- Chicken Fajitas - $20: Mexican Rice, Black Beans, Lettuce, Pico de Gallo, Sour Cream, Shredded Cheese, Four Corn Tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Fajitas - $24: Mexican Rice, Black Beans, Lettuce, Pico de Gallo, Sour Cream, Shredded Cheese, Four Corn Tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Rice - $4 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
- Refried Beans - $4 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Beans - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- La Plancha 'Rita - $10: Altos Plata, Triple Sec, Lime Juice, Simple Syrup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Frozen 'Rita - $9: Tequila Blanco, Triple Sec, Lime Juice, Simple Syrup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- Spicy 'Rita - $13: Tanteo Tequila, Agave, Fresh Lime Juice, Triple Sec Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- Beer by the Bottle - $6: Corona, Modelo, Pacifico, etc. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- House Red Wine - $5
Frequently Asked Questions about La Plancha
- Is La Plancha dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. La Plancha has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rice, Chips + House Made Salsa and Guacamole.
- What can I eat at La Plancha on a dairy-free diet?
- Rice, Chips + House Made Salsa and Guacamole carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does La Plancha have vegan options?
- Yes. 9 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Rice and Chips + House Made Salsa.
- Is La Plancha 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 Plancha?
- Ground Beef Taco, at roughly 62.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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