MXDC Cocina Mexicana – Mexican
MXDC Cocina Mexicana pulses with a sleek, high-energy sophistication where the bright tang of fresh lime and the smoky aroma of charred chilies set the stage for a vibrant culinary journey. Velvety house-made guacamole and citrus-cured ceviche awaken the senses, leading the way to a parade of artisanal tacos filled with everything from tender, slow-roasted cochinita pibil to crisp, golden mahi mahi. This stylish destination reimagines traditional Mexican soul through a modern lens, inviting guests to linger over bubbling cheese fondues and artfully crafted plates in an atmosphere of urban elegance.
600, 14th Street Northwest, Washington, DC, 20005 +12123931900 https://www.mxdcrestaurant.com0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, glp1, 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, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at MXDC Cocina Mexicana
Dairy-Free at MXDC Cocina Mexicana
MXDC Cocina Mexicana in Washington has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Corn on the Cob, Traditional Guacamole and Chips & Salsa. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at MXDC Cocina Mexicana
MXDC Cocina Mexicana in Washington has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Traditional Guacamole and Empanaditas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at MXDC Cocina Mexicana
MXDC Cocina Mexicana in Washington has 18 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Huitlacoche Quesadilla, Corn on the Cob and Traditional Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at MXDC Cocina Mexicana
MXDC Cocina Mexicana in Washington has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Carne Asada Tacos, Empanaditas and Pollo Tacos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at MXDC Cocina Mexicana
MXDC Cocina Mexicana in Washington has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cilantro Pesto Brussels Sprouts. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at MXDC Cocina Mexicana
MXDC Cocina Mexicana in Washington has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cilantro Pesto Brussels Sprouts. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at MXDC Cocina Mexicana
MXDC Cocina Mexicana in Washington has 11 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Corn on the Cob, Traditional Guacamole and Chips & Salsa. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at MXDC Cocina Mexicana
MXDC Cocina Mexicana in Washington has 19 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Huitlacoche Quesadilla, Corn on the Cob and Traditional Guacamole. 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 MXDC Cocina Mexicana
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Empanaditas | 10.9 g | 79.3 g |
| Four Cheese Fondue | 55.8 g | 69 g |
| Short Rib Hash | 34.3 g | 49.4 g |
| Salmon a la Plancha | 68.2 g | 41 g |
| Huitlacoche Quesadilla | 133.2 g | 39.4 g |
| Pollo Tacos | 0 g | 37.2 g |
| MX Fajita | 114.1 g | 33.3 g |
| Cochinita Pibil Tacos | 34.9 g | 29.1 g |
| Carne Asada Tacos | 0 g | 23.6 g |
| Cilantro Pesto Brussels Sprouts | 3.5 g | 21.2 g |
| Nachos | 76.6 g | 20.4 g |
| Black Beans & Smoked Chiles | 36.5 g | 20.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM - 12:00 AM
- Saturday
- 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Menu
Appetizers
- Traditional Guacamole - $15: Tomatoes, Onion, Cilantro, Jalapeño Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Ceviche - $15: Chipotle, Smoked Peppers, Tomatoes, Corn, Lime Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Four Cheese Fondue - $15: Oaxaca, Chihuahua, Cotija, Queso Fresco, Tortillas Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Empanaditas - $9: Tomato, onion, cilantro, jalapeño Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos - $11: Tortilla chips, queso mix, pico de gallo, black beans, pickled onion, crema Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Caesar Salad - $13: Romaine, Roasted Garlic Caesar, Cotija, Red Chile, Mexican Croutons Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos and Quesadillas
- Carne Asada Tacos - $18: Soy-Ginger Marinade, Avocado, Pico, Pickled Onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mahi Mahi Tacos - $18: Wild-Caught, Baja Beer Batter, Chipotle Aioli, Pineapple Chutney Sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Tacos - $17: Chile Marinade, Fajita Salsa, Avocado Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GLP-1, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cochinita Pibil Tacos - $17: Braised Pork Shoulder, Pickled Red Onions, Cilantro, Garlic Aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hongos Tacos - $17: Huitlacoche, Wild Mushrooms, Tomatillo Truffled Corn Salsa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kabra Quesadilla - $16: Goat Cheese, Cotija, Mozzarella, Chihuahua, Arugula, Smoked Chile Aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
- Huitlacoche Quesadilla - $18: Mexican Corn Truffles, Mozzarella, Chihuahua, Arugula, Epazote-Black Truffle Chimichurri Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Grilled Meat - $32: Terres Major, chipotle corn on cob, grilled avocado Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Relleno - $25: Cauliflower, corn, brussels sprouts, mushrooms, queso, smoked chile, white truffle sauce, rice & beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon a la Plancha - $26: Pan seared salmon, honey chile glaze, yellow rice, sautéed carrots, zucchini, mushrooms Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- MX Enchiladas - $23: Carne with mole rojo or pollo with mole verde, yellow rice, black beans, sour cream, queso fresco, white onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- MX Fajita - $34: Terres major, pollo, camarones, peppers, cherry tomato, red onions, guacamole, pico, warm tortillas, jalapeno Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- MXDC Burger - $24: Guacamole, arugula, cheese, pico, jalapeño, chipotle aioli, fries Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak & Eggs - $26: Terres Major Steak, Tequila-Mole Hoisin Sauce, Breakfast Potatoes, Choice of Eggs Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Short Rib Hash - $25: Braised Short Ribs, Hoisin Chocolate Mole, Breakfast Potatoes, Eggs, Avocado, Soft Tortillas Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Huevos Rancheros - $16: Three Hard Shell Tortillas, Refried Black Beans, Fried Eggs, Crema, Queso Fresco, Tomato Salsa Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
Sides
- Lemongrass Rice - $8 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
- Black Beans & Smoked Chiles - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cilantro Pesto Brussels Sprouts - $9 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Corn on the Cob - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fries - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips & Salsa - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Churros - $10: Cinnamon Sugar, Caramelo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Flan - $10: Sweet Milk, Espresso, Frangelico Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Tres Leches - $10: Cream, Sponge Cake, Rosemary Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Ice Cream with Fried Churros - $12: Fried Churro, Vanilla Ice Cream, Cinnamon Sugar, Chocolate-Peanut Sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mango Sorbet - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
Beverages
- Margarita de Casa - $12: Tequila blanco, mxdc cordial, agave, fresh lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Blackberry Margarita - $13: Tequila blanco, mxdc cordial, blackberry syrup, agave, fresh lime
- Classic Paloma - $13: Tequila blanco, grapefruit soda, fresh lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Oaxacan Old Fashioned - $16: Tequila reposado, mezcal, agave, angostura bitters, orange bitters
- Corona - $6
- Modelo Especial - $9
- Mexican Sodas - $6: Fanta, Sprite, Coca-Cola
- Jarritos - $6: Pineapple, grapefruit, mandarin, lime
Frequently Asked Questions about MXDC Cocina Mexicana
- Is MXDC Cocina Mexicana dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. MXDC Cocina Mexicana has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Corn on the Cob, Traditional Guacamole and Chips & Salsa.
- What can I eat at MXDC Cocina Mexicana on a dairy-free diet?
- Corn on the Cob, Traditional Guacamole and Chips & Salsa carry the dairy-free tag, out of 9 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does MXDC Cocina Mexicana have vegan options?
- Yes. 11 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Corn on the Cob and Traditional Guacamole.
- Is MXDC Cocina Mexicana gluten-free?
- 2 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 MXDC Cocina Mexicana?
- Empanaditas, at roughly 79.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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