Plato Loco – Mexican
Plato Loco invites guests into a vibrant space where the air is thick with the savory steam of slow-simmered broths and the bright, zesty aromas of traditional spices. Deep, ceramic bowls overflow with everything from rich, earthy menudo and golden chicken tortilla soup to brimming seafood stews that capture the essence of the coast. Crisp, garden-fresh salads provide a cool, refreshing contrast to these bubbling caldos, creating a nourishing dining experience that feels like a warm embrace for the soul.
223 East FM 1382, Cedar Hill TX 75104 https://cafeplatolococedarhill.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, high-protein, vegan, low-carb, dairy-free, nut-free, low-sodium, pescatarian, whole30, paleo, plant-based, low-fat, glp1, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, gerd, tlc, alkaline, aip, volumetrics, renal, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests love the intimate setting and warm, attentive service, frequently praising the staff for their regular check-ins and welcoming nature. Standout dishes include the tender desserts, which reviewers highlight as a must-try finish to the dining experience. Celebrated for its cozy atmosphere, it is a favored spot for friends looking to enjoy a well-paced and enjoyable meal together.
Menu
Soups & Salads
- Beef Soup - $8.99: Traditional Mexican beef soup Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Menudo - $6.5 Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tortilla Soup - $6.5 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caldo De Pollo - $8.99: Chicken soup Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Stew - $12: Assorted seafood stew Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Fat, GLP-1, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Stew - $8.99: Large size only Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Stew - $8.99: Large size only Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tortilla Soup - $8 Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $5.5 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad - $8.99 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Salad - $11.25: Served with sour cream and guacamole Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexican Fajita Chicken Salad - $8.79: Layered salad with bean and Monterey Jack cheese nachos, lettuce, tomato, fresh avocado slices, and sliced grilled chicken breast Available at: dinner, lunch
Breakfast Menu
- Huevos Rancheros - $6.99: Two eggs served with beans, covered in ranchera and verde sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chilaquiles - $6.99: Fried tortilla chips with choice of sauce, two eggs, and beans Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Migas - $6.99: Two scrambled eggs with jalapeno, tomatoes, onion, and tortilla strips with beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Potatoes with Eggs - $6.99: Two scrambled eggs mixed with fried potatoes and refried beans Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Spinach, Mushroom and Bacon Omelette - $6.99: Topped with cheese and one toasted bread Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chorizo with Eggs - $6.99: Spicy Mexican sausage mixed with two scrambled eggs and refried beans Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Huevos Ala Mexicana - $6.99: Two scrambled eggs mixed with onions, tomatoes, and jalapenos with refried beans Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bacon and Eggs - $6.99: Two scrambled eggs with three strips of bacon, fried potatoes, and beans Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sausage and Eggs - $6.99: Two scrambled eggs with two sausage patties, fried potatoes, and beans Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pancakes - $5.25: 3 pieces Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Jalisco Platter - $12: Diced potatoes with onion, tomatoes, pork, and poblano pepper, topped with two eggs and ranchera sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Glorious Eggs with Pork - $6.99: Poblano pepper, onion, pork, potatoes, beans, and two eggs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Burrito - $2: Eggs and choice of two other ingredients Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Taco - $2: Eggs and choice of two other ingredients Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Loco Breakfast Burrito - $10: Extra large tortilla with scrambled eggs, chorizo, bacon, sausage, cheese, and potatoes Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Steak and Eggs - $12: Carne asada, two eggs, potatoes, and beans Available at: breakfast, brunch
Main Courses
- Grilled Torta - $9.5: Mexican sandwich with lettuce, tomato, onion, cheddar, avocado, beans, mayo, and fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Burger and Fries - $6.99: Lettuce, onion, tomatoes, cheddar, and pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loco Burger and Fries - $7.99: Bacon, guacamole, lettuce, onion, tomatoes, cheddar, and pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fried Steak - $8.99: Served with gravy, fries, and salad Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Catfish Plate - $12: Served with rice, fries, and salad Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tres Amigos - $10.99: Three tacos (chicken, beef, pork) on flour tortillas with loco beans, rice, and salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chimichanga - $9.99: Deep fried burrito topped with chili or queso, served with rice and beans Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tilapia Platter - $10.99: Tilapia filet over rice with avocado, tomatoes, and side salad Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Flauta Plate - $12: Two flautas with rice, beans, sour cream, and guacamole Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrito Maximo - $10.99: Deep fried burrito with beans, rice, cheese, and potatoes, topped with chili con carne and diablo sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whole Fried Fish - $10.5: Served with rice and house salad Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Ala Diabla - $10.75: Grilled shrimp with spicy chipotle sauce, rice, charro beans, and avocado Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Relleno - $7.99: Poblano stuffed pepper with ranchera, rice, and beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- Barbacoa Plate - $13: Served with rice, charro beans, cilantro, onion, spicy sauce, and three tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fajita - $15.99: Rice, beans, pico de gallo, sour cream, guacamole, and three tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Fajita - $15.99: Rice, beans, pico de gallo, sour cream, guacamole, and three tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada - $14.99: Steak with grilled onions, rice, beans, pico de gallo, and avocado Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Chicken Pasta - $6.99 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Alfredo Pasta - $6.99 Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Ala Carte
- Ground Beef Flauta - $2 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Tamale - $1.5 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Enchilada - $2.29 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bean Tostada - $2: Lettuce, tomato, and cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ground Beef Taco - $2.15 Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Pie Ala Mode - $5: Homemade apple pie on a hot skillet with ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Cheesecake Burrito - $5: Deep fried burrito with ice cream, syrup, and whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Cake - $3.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Vanilla Flan - $3: Traditional homemade vanilla flan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fried Ice Cream - $3.25: Deep fried ice cream with whipped cream and syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Sopapillas - $2.25: Three pieces Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Sweet Tea - $1.99
- Pepsi - $1.99
- Mexican Coke - $2.75
- Horchata - $2
- Jamaica - $2
Sides
- Mexican Rice - $1.5 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loco Beans - $2.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries - $2.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Plato Loco
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Plato Loco accommodates mixed dietary needs with high-protein, gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options like Migas, Shrimp Ala Diabla, and French Fries.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The restaurant's hours of operation are not provided in the available data.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- Plato Loco stands out among Mexican restaurants with a perfect 5.0 rating, budget-friendly pricing, and an extensive range of specialized diet options.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Plato Loco is a budget-friendly ($) restaurant, offering an affordable dining experience for guests.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Plato Loco by visiting their website at https://cafeplatolococedarhill.com/ for more information.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include traditional soups like menudo and chicken tortilla soup, seafood stews, and high-protein options like shrimp ala diabla.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- Plato Loco supports diverse diets including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, high-protein, pescatarian, plant-based, and heart-healthy options across its menu.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers praise the intimate setting, attentive service, and tender desserts, highlighting the restaurant as a cozy spot for enjoyable meals.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Rated 5.0/5, guests praise the intimate setting, attentive service, and tender desserts, making it a favored spot for groups.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- Plato Loco is family-friendly, offering budget-friendly pricing, a welcoming atmosphere, and diverse menu options like burgers, fries, and chicken pasta.
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