La Plaza – Mexican
The air at La Plaza hums with the rhythmic patting of handmade pupusas and the savory sizzle of grilled skirt steak, drawing guests into a vibrant space filled with the comforting aromas of toasted corn and melted cheese. Golden mounds of crispy yucca and tender pork rinds share the table with velvety sweet plantains and rich cream, creating a tapestry of textures that celebrates the soulful heart of Latin American comfort food.
629, Pennsylvania Avenue Southeast +12025469512 https://www.laplazadc.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, high-fiber, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, lectin-free, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at La Plaza
Dairy-Free at La Plaza
La Plaza in Washington has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guacamole Dip and Rio Grande Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at La Plaza
La Plaza in Washington has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Rio Grande Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at La Plaza
La Plaza in Washington has 7 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Azteca Chicken Quesadilla, Guacamole Dip and Azteca Shrimp Quesadilla. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at La Plaza
La Plaza in Washington has 4 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Golden Taquitos and Rio Grande Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at La Plaza
La Plaza in Washington has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rio Grande Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at La Plaza
La Plaza in Washington has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rio Grande Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at La Plaza
La Plaza in Washington has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Rio Grande Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at La Plaza
La Plaza in Washington has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Guacamole Dip. 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 Plaza
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Golden Taquitos | 0 g | 27 g |
| Tortilla Soup | 13.6 g | 21.8 g |
| Nachos | 76.6 g | 20.4 g |
| Fiesta Mexicana Sampler | 96.3 g | 18.4 g |
| Rio Grande Soup | 2.8 g | 16.6 g |
| Guacamole Dip | 63.9 g | 11.7 g |
| Grilled Steak Nachos | 56.9 g | 11.4 g |
| Chile Con Queso Dip | 50.2 g | 10.4 g |
| Quesadilla | 24 g | 10.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Pupusas - $4.5: Corn tortillas stuffed with pork and cheese, beans and cheese, or only cheese. Served with marinated cabbage. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yucca with Pork Rinds - $10.95: Fried yucca served with pieces of pork and topped with marinated cabbage. Dietary tags: High-Fiber, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Corn Tamale - $4.95: Sweet corn tamale served with sour cream. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Plantain with Cream and Beans - $6.95: Fried plantain served with refried beans and sour cream. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadilla - $8.95: Flour tortillas stuffed with cheese, jalapenos and scallions, served with lettuce, pico de gallo, guacamole and sour cream. Dietary tags: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Skirt Steak Strips - $11.95: Tender grilled strips of skirt steak served on a bed of romaine lettuce and topped with tomatoes. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Matamoros Shrimp - $12.95: Shrimp sauteed in fresh garlic and white wine sauce, served with slices of French bread. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Con Queso Dip - $8.95: Mild melted cheese with diced tomatoes, peppers and served in bowl for dipping. Dietary tags: Halal, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chorizo with Cheese - $9.95: Spanish sausage topped with melted cheese and served with 3 warm flour tortillas. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos - $9.95: Crispy corn tortilla chips covered with refried beans and melted cheese then topped with jalapenos, guacamole and sour cream. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Steak Nachos - $17.95: Crispy corn tortilla chips covered with refried beans, melted cheese strips of grilled skirt steak, lettuce, tomatoes, jalapenos, guacamole and sour cream. Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Fiesta Mexicana Sampler - $24.95: 1 chicken taquitos, 1 pupusa, quesadilla and steak nachos, served with jalapenos, pica de gallo, guacamole and sour cream. Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Guacamole Dip - $11.95: Crispy flour tortilla bowl filled with fresh guacamole and served with flour tortilla chips. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Golden Taquitos - $9.95: Crispy taquitos filled with chicken or beef, served with lettuce, pico de gallo, guacamole and sour cream. Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Azteca Chicken Quesadilla - $11.95: Two 8 inch flour tortillas filled with cheese, grilled chicken breast and jalapenos served with sour cream guacamole and pico de gallo.
- Azteca Steak Quesadilla - $13.95: Two 8 inch flour tortillas filled with cheese, grilled skirt steak and jalapenos served with sour cream guacamole and pico de gallo.
- Azteca Shrimp Quesadilla - $14.95: Two 8 inch flour tortillas filled with cheese, jalapenos and shrimp. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
Soups
- Tortilla Soup - $9.95: Chicken soup with tomatoes, celery, onions, cheese, avocado and fresh cilantro. Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Rio Grande Soup - $24.95: Seafood combination including shrimp, mussels, clams and flounder. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about La Plaza
- Is La Plaza dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. La Plaza has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guacamole Dip and Rio Grande Soup.
- What can I eat at La Plaza on a dairy-free diet?
- Guacamole Dip and Rio Grande Soup 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 Plaza have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Guacamole Dip.
- Is La Plaza 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 Plaza?
- Golden Taquitos, at roughly 27g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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