MAiiZ Tortilleria & Eatery – Mexican
The air at MAiiZ is thick with the comforting, nutty scent of nixtamalized corn, where the rhythmic press of fresh tortillas serves as the heartbeat of this vibrant eatery. Diners explore a tapestry of authentic Mexican flavors, from the earthy richness of huitlacoche and tender beef barbacoa to the adventurous crunch of toasted grasshoppers, all tucked into warm, hand-pressed masa. Whether sharing a bowl of creamy, lime-spritzed esquites or savoring crispy taquito flautas, every bite feels like a soulful celebration of traditional craftsmanship and bold, sun-drenched ingredients.
Fisgard Street https://maiiz.caRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, renal, tlc, volumetrics, macrobiotic
Diet fit at MAiiZ Tortilleria & Eatery
Dairy-Free at MAiiZ Tortilleria & Eatery
MAiiZ Tortilleria & Eatery in Victoria has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chips & Salsa & Guacamole, Case 6.8 Kg of Tortillas and Maiiz Tortilla Chips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at MAiiZ Tortilleria & Eatery
MAiiZ Tortilleria & Eatery in Victoria has 23 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cornbread, Ice Cream Ube and Mushrooms Quesadilla. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at MAiiZ Tortilleria & Eatery
MAiiZ Tortilleria & Eatery in Victoria has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Esquites. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at MAiiZ Tortilleria & Eatery
MAiiZ Tortilleria & Eatery in Victoria has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chips & Salsa & Guacamole, Case 6.8 Kg of Tortillas and Maiiz Tortilla Chips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at MAiiZ Tortilleria & Eatery
MAiiZ Tortilleria & Eatery in Victoria has 21 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cornbread, Ice Cream Ube and Mushrooms Quesadilla. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at MAiiZ Tortilleria & Eatery
MAiiZ Tortilleria & Eatery in Victoria has 8 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cornbread, Case 6.8 Kg of Tortillas and Chanterelle Mushroom Quesadilla. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at MAiiZ Tortilleria & Eatery
MAiiZ Tortilleria & Eatery in Victoria has 25 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cornbread, Ice Cream Ube and Chocolate Coconut Tamal. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Mediterranean at MAiiZ Tortilleria & Eatery
MAiiZ Tortilleria & Eatery in Victoria has 4 mediterranean-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Case 6.8 Kg of Tortillas, Hominy 1 lb and Tortillas (1kg). 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 MAiiZ Tortilleria & Eatery
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Torta Ground Beef Tamal | 47.2 g | 73.2 g |
| Torta Chicken Tinga Tamal | 47.2 g | 48 g |
| Chicken Tinga Tamal | 10.1 g | 42.7 g |
| Huitlacoche Quesadilla | 133.2 g | 39.4 g |
| Chicken Tinga Quesadilla | 52.5 g | 38.4 g |
| Esquites | 25.9 g | 26.7 g |
| Cheese Quesadilla | 35.4 g | 24.3 g |
| Tortilla Soup | 13.6 g | 21.8 g |
| Beef Barbacoa Tacos | 54.9 g | 20.9 g |
| Torta Refried Beans Tamal | 56.6 g | 18 g |
| Chanterelle Mushrooms Chilaquiles | 1.7 g | 15.3 g |
| Chanterelle Mushrooms Pozole | 1.7 g | 15.3 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 impressive food quality and fresh, well-seasoned dishes, guests rave about the consistently high standards and flavorful preparations that make this a standout neighborhood addition. Reviewers highlight the welcoming service and comfortable setting, noting that the warm atmosphere creates an inviting space for a relaxed meal. Diners frequently praise the attentive staff and the overall quality of the experience, with many already planning their next visit to enjoy the vibrant yet cozy ambiance.
Menu
Tacos
- Grilled Cactus Tacos - $19 Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Huitlacoche Tacos - $22 Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grasshoppers Taco - $8 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tinga Tacos - $19 Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Tacos - $19 Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Barbacoa Tacos - $20 Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Esquites - $8 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips & Salsa & Guacamole - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taquito Flautas - $18 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips & Salsa & Cream - $6.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Quesadillas
- Grilled Cactus Quesadilla - $20 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Huitlacoche Quesadilla - $20 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tinga Quesadilla - $19 Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Quesadilla - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushrooms Quesadilla - $19 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Barbacoa Quesadilla - $20 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grasshoppers Quesadilla - $19 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chanterelle Mushroom Quesadilla - $20 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Tamales
- Huitlacoche Tamal - $11 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ground Beef Tamal - $12 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Refried Beans Tamal - $10 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tinga Tamal - $11 Available at: dinner, lunch
Tortas Tamal
- Torta Huitlacoche Tamal - $17 Available at: breakfast, lunch
- Torta Refried Beans Tamal - $14 Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Torta Chicken Tinga Tamal - $17 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Torta Ground Beef Tamal - $18 Available at: dinner, lunch
Chilaquiles
- Grilled Cactus Chilaquiles - $20 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Beef Barbacoa Chilaquiles - $20 Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Mushrooms Chilaquiles - $19 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chicken Tinga Chilaquiles - $19 Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Chanterelle Mushrooms Chilaquiles - $20 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
Pozole & Soups
- Grilled Cactus Pozole - $18 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Barbacoa Pozole - $18 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tinga Pozole - $17 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushrooms Pozole - $17 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tortilla Soup - $12 Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chanterelle Mushrooms Pozole - $18 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Strawberry Tamal - $12 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal
- Ice Cream Ube - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Ice Cream Elote - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Coconut Tamal - $12 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal
- Cornbread - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Churros - $8.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Nixtamal Products
- Case 6.8 Kg of Tortillas - $154 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
- Tortillas (1kg) - $22.65 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, dinner, lunch
- Maiiz Tortilla Chips - $6.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hominy 1 lb - $4.5 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
- Masa Dough 1 lb - $15 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 MAiiZ Tortilleria & Eatery
- Is MAiiZ Tortilleria & Eatery dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. MAiiZ Tortilleria & Eatery has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chips & Salsa & Guacamole, Case 6.8 Kg of Tortillas and Maiiz Tortilla Chips.
- What can I eat at MAiiZ Tortilleria & Eatery on a dairy-free diet?
- Chips & Salsa & Guacamole, Case 6.8 Kg of Tortillas and Maiiz Tortilla Chips carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does MAiiZ Tortilleria & Eatery have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Chips & Salsa & Guacamole and Case 6.8 Kg of Tortillas.
- What is the highest-protein dish at MAiiZ Tortilleria & Eatery?
- Torta Ground Beef Tamal, at roughly 73.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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