Old Mexico Express – Mexican
Steaming tamales and hand-pressed sopes take center stage at this vibrant eatery, where the air is thick with the savory aroma of slow-cooked meats and toasted corn. Every bite captures the soulful, sun-drenched flavors of traditional Mexican street food, from the satisfying crunch of golden nachos to the comforting warmth of a perfectly folded taco.
111, Dryden Road, Ithaca, NY, 14850 +16073195633 https://oldmexicoexpress.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, alkaline, renal, tlc, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at Old Mexico Express
Dairy-Free at Old Mexico Express
Old Mexico Express in Ithaca has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tamale (Order of 3), Bowl and Tamale (Single). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Old Mexico Express
Old Mexico Express in Ithaca has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Bowl. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Old Mexico Express
Old Mexico Express in Ithaca has 7 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sopes (Order of 3), Tamale (Order of 3) and Tamale (Single). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Old Mexico Express
Old Mexico Express in Ithaca has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tamale (Order of 3), Tamale (Single) and Add Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Old Mexico Express
Old Mexico Express in Ithaca has 5 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sopes (Order of 3), Tamale (Order of 3) and Tamale (Single). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Old Mexico Express
Old Mexico Express in Ithaca has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tamale (Order of 3), Tamale (Single) and Add Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Old Mexico Express
Old Mexico Express in Ithaca has 6 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sopes (Order of 3), Tamale (Order of 3) and Bowl. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Mediterranean at Old Mexico Express
Old Mexico Express in Ithaca has 3 mediterranean-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tamale (Order of 3), Tamale (Single) and Add 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 Old Mexico Express
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Tacos (Single) | 38.5 g | 67 g |
| Burrito | 46.3 g | 34.5 g |
| Nachos | 76.6 g | 20.4 g |
| Tacos (Order of 3) | 92.5 g | 17.4 g |
| Tamale (Order of 3) | 58.6 g | 17.2 g |
| Bowl | 85.4 g | 11.7 g |
| Sopes (Order of 3) | 48.6 g | 11.7 g |
| Quesadilla | 24 g | 10.3 g |
| Tamale (Single) | 8.7 g | 8.8 g |
| Add Guacamole | 0 g | 1.1 g |
| Sopes (Single) | 0.2 g | 0.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Main Dishes
- Burrito - $10.5: Choice of Grilled Chicken, Chicken Tinga, Steak, Carnitas, Chorizo, Seasoned Ground Beef, Beef Barbacoa, or Grilled Veggies Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadilla - $10.5: Choice of Grilled Chicken, Chicken Tinga, Steak, Carnitas, Chorizo, Seasoned Ground Beef, Beef Barbacoa, or Grilled Veggies Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bowl - $10.5: Choice of Grilled Chicken, Chicken Tinga, Steak, Carnitas, Chorizo, Seasoned Ground Beef, Beef Barbacoa, or Grilled Veggies Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Renal, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos - $10.5: Choice of Grilled Chicken, Chicken Tinga, Steak, Carnitas, Chorizo, Seasoned Ground Beef, Beef Barbacoa, or Grilled Veggies Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos and More
- Sopes (Order of 3) - $8.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sopes (Single) - $2.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tamale (Order of 3) - $9 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
- Tamale (Single) - $3.5 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: dinner, lunch
- Tacos (Order of 3) - $12 Dietary tags: Halal, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tacos (Single) - $4.5 Dietary tags: Halal, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Add-ons
- Add Guacamole - $2.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline
Frequently Asked Questions about Old Mexico Express
- Is Old Mexico Express dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Old Mexico Express has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tamale (Order of 3), Bowl and Tamale (Single).
- What can I eat at Old Mexico Express on a dairy-free diet?
- Tamale (Order of 3), Bowl and Tamale (Single) carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Old Mexico Express have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Tamale (Order of 3) and Tamale (Single).
- Is Old Mexico Express 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 Old Mexico Express?
- Tacos (Single), at roughly 67g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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