Panchitas – Mexican
The air at Panchitas is thick with the comforting scent of toasted corn and melting cheese as skilled hands shape golden pupusas filled with savory pork, seasoned beef, or rich, earthy beans. This lively neighborhood gem invites guests to linger over a vibrant spread of traditional starters, offering a soulful dining experience where every bite celebrates the heart of authentic, hand-crafted flavors.
3091, 16th Street +14154314232 https://www.panchitaspupuseria.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, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at Panchitas
Dairy-Free at Panchitas
Panchitas in San Francisco has 18 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Main Dish 5, Starter Dish 5 and Starter Dish 1. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Panchitas
Panchitas in San Francisco has 12 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Main Dish 5, Starter Dish 5 and Starter Dish 1. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Panchitas
Panchitas in San Francisco has 18 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Main Dish 5, Starter Dish 5 and Starter Dish 1. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Panchitas
Panchitas in San Francisco has 18 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Main Dish 5, Starter Dish 5 and Starter Dish 1. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Panchitas
Panchitas in San Francisco has 18 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Main Dish 5, Starter Dish 5 and Starter Dish 1. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Panchitas
Panchitas in San Francisco has 17 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Main Dish 5, Starter Dish 5 and Starter Dish 1. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Panchitas
Panchitas in San Francisco has 19 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Main Dish 5, Starter Dish 5 and Starter Dish 1. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Mediterranean at Panchitas
Panchitas in San Francisco has 12 mediterranean-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Main Dish 5, Starter Dish 5 and Starter Dish 1. 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 Panchitas
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Pupusa (Pollo) | 10.2 g | 32.8 g |
| Starter Dish 5 | 38.1 g | 7.5 g |
| Dessert Dish 2 | 38.1 g | 7.5 g |
| Main Dish 2 | 50.3 g | 3.6 g |
| Starter Dish 4 | 47.9 g | 3.4 g |
| Starter Dish 6 | 47.9 g | 3.4 g |
| Main Dish 4 | 47.9 g | 3.4 g |
| Main Dish 3 | 53.9 g | 2.9 g |
| Starter Dish 1 | 59.7 g | 2.3 g |
| Starter Dish 2 | 59.7 g | 2.3 g |
| Starter Dish 3 | 59.7 g | 2.3 g |
| Main Dish 1 | 59.7 g | 2.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Mo-Th - Sunday
- 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM, Fr, Sa 09:00 - 26:30
Menu
Pupusas
- Pork Pupusa (Revuelta) - $5: A thick corn cake filled with our classic mixture of pork and Jack cheese, cooked on a hot griddle. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Pupusa (Res) - $5: A thick corn cake filled with our mixture of beef and Jack cheese, cooked on a hot griddle. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Pupusa (Pollo) - $5: A thick corn cake filled with our mixture of beef and Jack cheese, cooked on a hot griddle. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mix Pork & Beans (Mixta) - $5: A thick corn cake filled with our classic mixture of pork, refried beans and Jack cheese, cooked on a hot griddle. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beans (Frijoles) - $5: A thick corn cake filled with our Salvadorian style refried Beans and Jack cheese, cooked on a hot griddle. Available at: dinner, lunch
Starters
- Starter Dish 1 - $10: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. 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, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Starter Dish 2 - $11: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. 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, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Starter Dish 3 - $8: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. 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, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Starter Dish 4 - $12: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. 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, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Starter Dish 5 - $9: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. 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, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Starter Dish 6 - $12: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. 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, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Main Dish 1 - $22: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. 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, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Main Dish 2 - $15: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. 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, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Main Dish 3 - $11: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. 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, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Main Dish 4 - $10: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. 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, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Main Dish 5 - $18: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. 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, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Main Dish 6 - $16: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. 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, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Dessert Dish 1 - $8: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Dessert Dish 2 - $13: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Renal
- Dessert Dish 3 - $14: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Dessert Dish 4 - $15: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Dessert Dish 5 - $18: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Dessert Dish 6 - $10: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about Panchitas
- Is Panchitas dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Panchitas has 18 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Main Dish 5, Starter Dish 5 and Starter Dish 1.
- What can I eat at Panchitas on a dairy-free diet?
- Main Dish 5, Starter Dish 5 and Starter Dish 1 carry the dairy-free tag, out of 18 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Panchitas have vegan options?
- Yes. 18 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Main Dish 5 and Starter Dish 5.
- Is Panchitas gluten-free?
- 12 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 Panchitas?
- Chicken Pupusa (Pollo), at roughly 32.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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