LA PLAYA CAFETERIA – Mexican
A North Florida Avenue counter working the seam where Cuban and Puerto Rican cooking meet. The format is deliberately portable: tacos, loaded bowls and wraps built on island seasoning rather than Tex-Mex habit. Much of the trade is pickup and delivery, which suits food designed to travel. Small operation, clear point of view.
3251 W HILLSBOROUGH AVE, TAMPA, FL, 33614 813-280-9659 https://cafeteriamerengue.es/ubicacion0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at LA PLAYA CAFETERIA
Dairy-Free at LA PLAYA CAFETERIA
LA PLAYA CAFETERIA in Tampa has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Gourmet Sandwich, Fresh Garden Salad and Breakfast Toast. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at LA PLAYA CAFETERIA
LA PLAYA CAFETERIA in Tampa has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fresh Garden Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at LA PLAYA CAFETERIA
LA PLAYA CAFETERIA in Tampa has 4 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Gourmet Sandwich, Freshly Baked Pastries and Fresh Garden Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at LA PLAYA CAFETERIA
LA PLAYA CAFETERIA in Tampa has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fresh Garden Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at LA PLAYA CAFETERIA
LA PLAYA CAFETERIA in Tampa has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Gourmet Sandwich, Fresh Garden Salad and Breakfast Toast. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at LA PLAYA CAFETERIA
LA PLAYA CAFETERIA in Tampa has 3 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Gourmet Sandwich, Fresh Garden Salad and Breakfast Toast. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at LA PLAYA CAFETERIA
LA PLAYA CAFETERIA in Tampa has 4 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Gourmet Sandwich, Freshly Baked Pastries and Fresh Garden Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at LA PLAYA CAFETERIA
LA PLAYA CAFETERIA in Tampa has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fresh Garden Salad. 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 PLAYA CAFETERIA
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Fresh Garden Salad | 8.8 g | 5.6 g |
| Coffee | 39.3 g | 5.6 g |
| Ice Cream Milkshake | 96.1 g | 4.4 g |
| Classic Burger | 8.9 g | 0.4 g |
| Freshly Baked Pastries | 0 g | 0 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Fresh Pastries
A variety of freshly baked and delicious pastries.
- Freshly Baked Pastries: Assorted freshly baked goods Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
Healthy Salads
Fresh salads, perfect for a light and nutritious lunch.
- Fresh Garden Salad: Fresh seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Assorted Sandwiches
Sandwiches made with fresh, high-quality ingredients.
- Gourmet Sandwich: Fresh quality ingredients on artisan bread 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: lunch
Juicy Burgers
Burgers prepared to order with high-quality meat.
- Classic Burger: High quality meat prepared to order Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Zone, Volumetrics, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Assorted Toasts
Toasts with different ingredients, ideal for a delicious breakfast.
- Breakfast Toast: Toasted bread with various toppings 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: breakfast, brunch
Refreshing Beverages
Refreshing milkshakes and hot beverages.
- Ice Cream Milkshake: Milk and assorted ice cream flavors
- Coffee: Freshly brewed coffee
Frequently Asked Questions about LA PLAYA CAFETERIA
- Is LA PLAYA CAFETERIA dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. LA PLAYA CAFETERIA has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Gourmet Sandwich, Fresh Garden Salad and Breakfast Toast.
- What can I eat at LA PLAYA CAFETERIA on a dairy-free diet?
- Gourmet Sandwich, Fresh Garden Salad and Breakfast Toast carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does LA PLAYA CAFETERIA have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Gourmet Sandwich and Fresh Garden Salad.
- Is LA PLAYA CAFETERIA 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 PLAYA CAFETERIA?
- Fresh Garden Salad, at roughly 5.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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