Las Tortugas Taqueria – Mexican
Las Tortugas Taqueria pulses with the vibrant energy of a bustling Mexican market, where the air is thick with the savory aroma of slow-simmered birria and the sizzle of fresh tortillas. Guests gather over overflowing plates of golden supernachos and velvety queso dip, savoring the rich, melt-in-your-mouth depth of birria quesadillas and the bright, citrusy crunch of street-style elote. It is a lively celebration of authentic flavor, where every bite—from the smoky char of grilled nopales to the comforting spice of morning chilaquiles—transports diners to the heart of a festive neighborhood gathering.
Van Dyke Avenue +15865547581 https://www.tortugastaqueria.comRating: 3/5 (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, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Las Tortugas Taqueria
Dairy-Free at Las Tortugas Taqueria
Las Tortugas Taqueria in San Francisco has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Nopales, Pico De Gallo and Consome de Chivo Grande. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Las Tortugas Taqueria
Las Tortugas Taqueria in San Francisco has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Consome de Chivo Grande, Loin with Avocado and Chiles Toreados. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Las Tortugas Taqueria
Las Tortugas Taqueria in San Francisco has 16 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tres Leches, Flan and White Cheese with Avocado. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Las Tortugas Taqueria
Las Tortugas Taqueria in San Francisco has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including White Cheese with Avocado, Costillas de Res and Cubana Pork. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Las Tortugas Taqueria
Las Tortugas Taqueria in San Francisco has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pico De Gallo and Queso Dip. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Las Tortugas Taqueria
Las Tortugas Taqueria in San Francisco has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pico De Gallo and Queso Dip. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Las Tortugas Taqueria
Las Tortugas Taqueria in San Francisco has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Nopales, Pico De Gallo and Chips & Salsa. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Las Tortugas Taqueria
Las Tortugas Taqueria in San Francisco has 16 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tres Leches, Flan and White Cheese with Avocado. 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 Las Tortugas Taqueria
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Cubana Pork | 24.6 g | 74.7 g |
| Breakfast Burrito | 102 g | 62.5 g |
| Supernachos | 69.3 g | 49.5 g |
| White Cheese with Avocado | 23.1 g | 39.2 g |
| Egg with Chorizo Torta | 26.9 g | 39.1 g |
| Regular Burrito | 61.5 g | 36.4 g |
| Burrito California | 95.1 g | 33.9 g |
| Flautas | 13.6 g | 33 g |
| Costillas de Res | 13.6 g | 32.9 g |
| Elote | 43.6 g | 30.5 g |
| Breakfast Tacos | 88 g | 29.8 g |
| Birria Tacos | 11.6 g | 26.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its approachable and casual atmosphere, guests highlight the venue as a dependable choice for a straightforward dining experience. Reviewers find the portions to be adequate for a satisfying meal, noting the consistent
Menu
Appetizers
- Guacamole - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Dip - $8 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pico De Gallo - $5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb
- Birria Quesadilla - $17: Large flour birria tortilla with melted cheese, meat, onion, and cilantro Available at: dinner, lunch
- Elote - $6.5: Corn on a cob prepared with mayo, cotija cheese, and chili powder Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nopales - $9: Grilled cactus, onions, and tomatoes served with choice of tortillas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Birria Tacos - $17: Three tacos with melted cheese, onion, and cilantro with Consome to dip Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Supernachos - $18: Tortilla chips, cheese, beans, lettuce, tomato, onion, avocado, jalapeño, cheese, sour cream. With choice of ground beef, steak or chicken Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips & Salsa - $4: 4 oz salsa with basket of chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Breakfast
- Chilaquiles - $12: Mix of tortilla chips, three scrambled eggs, house salsa, and cheese. Served with refried beans and rice Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Tacos - $6: Two tacos with eggs, beans, cheese, and choice of ham, bacon, sausage, or chorizo Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Burrito - $6: Soft flour tortilla, filled with eggs, beans, cheese, and choice of ham, chorizo, bacon, or sausage Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Huevos con Chorizo - $12: Three scrambled eggs with chorizo. Served with rice, beans, and choice of tortillas Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Huevos Rancheros - $12: Two eggs served on a fried tortilla topped with house salsa and cheese. Served with rice and beans Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Huevos a la Mexicana - $12: Three scrambled eggs mixed with onions, tomato, and jalapeno. Served with rice, beans and choice of tortillas Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
The Traditional
- Taco - $3: Double corn tortilla filled with your choice of meat, onions, and cilantro Available at: dinner, lunch
- Regular Burrito - $7: Your choice of meat, beans, and cheese wrapped in a 10 inch soft flour tortilla Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrito California - $10: Your choice of meat, rice, lettuce, tomato, onion, cheese, and avocado wrapped in 12 inch soft flour tortilla Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Torta - $12: Mexican bread filled with your choice of meat, mayo, lettuce, tomato, onion, jalapeños, and avocado Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gordita - $7: Corn gordita filled with your choice of meat, lettuce, tomato, onion, queso fresco, avocado Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadilla - $6.5: Soft flour tortilla filled with your choice of meat, lettuce, tomato, avocado, and onion Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tostada - $6: Hard corn tortilla topped with beans, your choice of meat, lettuce, tomato, onion, avocado, sour cream, and cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Special Tortas
- Loin with Avocado - $12: Pork loin, avocado, lettuce, tomato, onion, jalapeño, mayo, and mustard Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cubana Pork - $12: Loin, ham, queso fresco, avocado, lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo, jalapeños, and mustard Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ham Torta - $12: Ham, melted cheese, avocado, lettuce, tomato, onion, jalapeños, mayo and mustard Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Egg with Chorizo Torta - $12: Scrambled eggs with Mexican sausage, avocado, lettuce, tomato, onions, jalapeño, mayo, and mustard Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- White Cheese with Avocado - $12: Queso fresco, avocado, lettuce, onion, tomato, jalapeño, mayo, and mustard Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Milanesa - $12: Choice of chicken or beef milanesa, mayo, mustard, lettuce, tomato, onion, avocado, and jalapeño Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups and Salads
- Caldo de Res - $14: Traditional Mexican beef soup made with beef chunks and vegetables with rice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Menudos - $14: Mexican style beef tripe soup (Sat and Sunday only) Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Consome de Chivo Grande - $14: Mexican style goat barbacoa in its own broth (Sat and Sunday only) Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bowl - $12: Base of rice, lettuce, pico de gallo, shredded cheese, sour cream, and choice of meat Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Dinners
- Wet Burrito - $14: Burrito with meat of your choice, beans, and cheese topped with melted cheese and house sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Costillas de Res - $25: 4 sliced beef ribs grilled, beans, rice, pico de gallo and your choice of tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Flautas - $18: Four taquito tacos topped with lettuce, tomato, onion, avocado, sour cream, and cheese. Served with rice and beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tamales - $18: Three pork tamales topped with melted cheese and house salsa. Served with lettuce, tomato, onions, and avocado on the side Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajitas - $20: Your choice of beef, chicken, or veggie fajitas. Served with grilled bell peppers, onions, guacamole, rice, beans, and your choice of flour or corn tortillas Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Enchiladas - $18: Three corn tortillas filled with choice of ground beef, chicken, or cheese. Covered with red or green sauce and cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Parrillada Grande - $95: Serves 4-6. Grilled chicken, hot links, sirloin steaks, skirt steak, carnitas ribs, stuffed jalapeños, stuffed shrimp, grilled veggies, rice, beans, and tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Parrillada Chica - $55: Serves 2-3. Grilled chicken, hot links, sirloin steaks, skirt steak, carnitas ribs, stuffed jalapeños, stuffed shrimp, grilled veggies, rice, beans, and tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chimichanga - $18: Crispy flour tortilla stuffed beans, cheese, choice of beef or chicken. Topped with sour cream and Guacamole with side of rice and beans Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Kids Menu
- Kids Enchilada - $7: Red or green sauce, meat, with melted cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kids Quesadilla - $7: Flour tortilla with cheese and meat Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kids Burritos - $7: 1 Flour tortillas rolled with beans, meat, and cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kids Taco - $7: Corn or Flour Tortilla with meat, lettuce, and cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Chiles Toreados - $4.75: 3 grilled Jalapeños served over grilled onions Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arroz y Frijoles - $4.75: Rice and beans 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, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Frijoles Charros - $4.75: Cowboy beans with onion and cilantro Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Fried Ice Cream - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Arroz con Leche - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Tres Leches - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Flan - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Churros - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Las Tortugas Taqueria
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include birria quesadillas, birria tacos, supernachos, elote, and breakfast options like huevos con chorizo and chilaquiles.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Las Tortugas Taqueria has an average rating of 3.0/5 for its authentic Mexican cuisine and casual dining experience.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers love the approachable, casual atmosphere, dependable dining experience, and consistent, adequate portions for a satisfying meal.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This restaurant is unique for its vibrant market-like atmosphere featuring authentic birria quesadillas, street-style elote, and extensive dietary-friendly options.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Las Tortugas Taqueria offers an approachable, casual, and lively atmosphere reminiscent of a bustling Mexican market with a straightforward dining style.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain information regarding the specific hours of operation for Las Tortugas Taqueria.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Las Tortugas Taqueria specializes in authentic Mexican cuisine, featuring traditional dishes like birria tacos, supernachos, and various breakfast specialties.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy a casual, budget-friendly dining experience featuring authentic Mexican dishes like birria quesadillas and supernachos in a lively market-style atmosphere.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The menu accommodates diverse diets with high-protein fajitas, keto-friendly guacamole, and various gluten-free, vegan, and dairy-free options for groups.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Budget-conscious diners seeking a casual, straightforward Mexican experience with authentic dishes like birria tacos and diverse dietary options would enjoy this restaurant.
- Is Las Tortugas Taqueria dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Las Tortugas Taqueria has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Nopales, Pico De Gallo and Consome de Chivo Grande.
- What can I eat at Las Tortugas Taqueria on a dairy-free diet?
- Nopales, Pico De Gallo and Consome de Chivo Grande carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Las Tortugas Taqueria have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Nopales and Pico De Gallo.
- Is Las Tortugas Taqueria gluten-free?
- 4 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 Las Tortugas Taqueria?
- Cubana Pork, at roughly 74.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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