Quesadilla Gorilla – Mexican
This vibrant eatery reimagines the humble quesadilla as a canvas for culinary creativity, where the sizzle of the griddle and the aroma of melting cheese invite guests into a lively, modern space. Diners can explore a playful spectrum of flavors, from the savory comfort of mac-and-cheese-stuffed tortillas to the indulgent sweetness of warm Nutella and PB&J creations. Every golden, toasted fold offers a satisfying crunch, making it a destination where simple comfort food is elevated into an inventive and crave-worthy experience.
570 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo CA 93401 https://quesadillagorilla.com/slo/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Quesadilla Gorilla
Dairy-Free at Quesadilla Gorilla
Quesadilla Gorilla in San Luis Obispo has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chips and Salsa, The Sampler Tray and Veggie Tray. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Quesadilla Gorilla
Quesadilla Gorilla in San Luis Obispo has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including The Sampler Tray. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Quesadilla Gorilla
Quesadilla Gorilla in San Luis Obispo has 8 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Nutella Quesadilla, Chips and Salsa and Custom Tray. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Quesadilla Gorilla
Quesadilla Gorilla in San Luis Obispo has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including #1 Evan Boling. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Quesadilla Gorilla
Quesadilla Gorilla in San Luis Obispo has 11 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chips and Salsa, The Sampler Tray and Veggie Tray. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Quesadilla Gorilla
Quesadilla Gorilla in San Luis Obispo has 19 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Nutella Quesadilla, Chips and Salsa and Custom Tray. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Quesadilla Gorilla
Quesadilla Gorilla in San Luis Obispo has 2 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The Sampler Tray and Veggie Tray. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Quesadilla Gorilla
Quesadilla Gorilla in San Luis Obispo has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Jungle Bird. 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 Quesadilla Gorilla
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Return of the Mac | 96 g | 29.4 g |
| Paloma | 23 g | 21.9 g |
| Gorilla Cerveza | 4.2 g | 16.2 g |
| Mango Habanero Margarita | 55.3 g | 15.9 g |
| Tequila Piña | 62 g | 15.6 g |
| OG Margarita | 115.3 g | 13.6 g |
| Corona/Modelo | 2.5 g | 12.5 g |
| Guava Berry Margarita | 12.4 g | 12.3 g |
| #1 Evan Boling | 15.2 g | 9.2 g |
| PB&J Quesadilla | 34.1 g | 6.6 g |
| Chips and Salsa | 44.1 g | 6.3 g |
| Oaxaca Old Fashioned | 83.1 g | 5.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Wednesday
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Thursday - Friday
- 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Saturday - Monday
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners appreciate the extensive variety of menu options at Quesadilla, noting that the diverse selection makes it a reliable choice for casual group outings with friends. Guests highlight the adequate service and straightforward atmosphere, praising the menu for offering a broad range of flavors and dishes that cater to a variety of different
Menu
Dilla of The Day
- Return of the Mac: House made mac n cheese, crispy bacon, fresh jalapeños, in a cheddar cheese quesadilla. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Unique Combinations
- #1 Evan Boling: Cilantro lime chicken with crisp bacon and fresh jalapeños, mixed with our white cheese blend Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- #2 The Classic: House made pork chile verde with whole black beans and Spanish style rice in a white cheese dilla Available at: dinner, lunch
- #3 Asada or Nada: House Marinated Grilled carne Asada with fresh pico de gallo and spanish style rice in a white cheese dilla Available at: dinner, lunch
- #4 Atomic Veggie: Fresh pico de gallo with whole black beans and grilled fajita veggies in a white cheese dilla Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- #5 Just The Cheese, Please!: Your choice of cheese on a warm fresh flour or corn tortilla Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
The Basics
- Meat & Cheese Quesadilla: Your choice of 1 protein and cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips and Salsa: Corn tortillas chips salted with lime made fresh to order, comes with three side salsas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- PB&J Quesadilla: Rich and savory peanut butter & fresh jelly melted just right between a crispy, warm flour tortilla Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Nutella Quesadilla: Sweet, rich nutella spread between a crispy, warm flour tortilla (dusted with powdered sugar and mexican chocolate) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Beverages
- OG Margarita - $13: Fresh lime juice blend, Cointreau, blanco tequila, and light agave Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- Jalapeño Margarita - $13: Jalapeño-infused tequila, agave, tajin rim
- Mango Habanero Margarita - $15: House-made habanero-infused agave syrup, mango Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal
- Guava Berry Margarita - $15: Reposado Tequila, Cointreau, Lime, Pineapple, Guava Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Amor que Quema Marg - $15: Tequila, lime, Aperol, Grapefruit bitters, Habanero agave Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Paloma - $15: Reposado Tequila, Grapefruit, Lime, Grapefruit Soda
- Tequila Piña - $15: Reposado Tequila, Pineapple, Lime, Cream of Coconut, Nutmeg Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Carajillo - $15: Reposado Tequila, Component Cold Brew Concentrate, Licor 43
- Oaxaca Old Fashioned - $16: El Tesoro Reposado, Del Maguey Mezcal, Agave, Angostura & Orange Bitters Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Jungle Bird - $15: Dark Rum, White Rum, Campari, Pineapple, Lime, Demerara, Nutmeg Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Cold Brew Martini - $15: Vodka, Component Coffee Cold Brew Concentrate, Coffee Liqueur, Demerara Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Gorilla Cerveza - $5: House Mexican Lager Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Corona/Modelo - $4: 12oz Bottle Mexican Lager Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
Catering Trays
- The Sampler Tray - $130: Two of each of our top builds (feeds 15-20 people) 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, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meat and Cheese Tray - $108: 8 quesadillas with chicken, bacon, asada, chile verde (feeds 12-16 people) Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Custom Tray - $122: 8 build-your-own quesadillas (feeds 12-20) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Tray - $95: 4 atomic veggies, 4 rice and 4 beans (feeds 12-16) 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
Sides
- Large Chips and Queso - $5: House-made chips, creamy and savory queso dip Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Quesadilla Gorilla
- Is Quesadilla Gorilla dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Quesadilla Gorilla has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chips and Salsa, The Sampler Tray and Veggie Tray.
- What can I eat at Quesadilla Gorilla on a dairy-free diet?
- Chips and Salsa, The Sampler Tray and Veggie Tray carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Quesadilla Gorilla have vegan options?
- Yes. 11 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Chips and Salsa and The Sampler Tray.
- Is Quesadilla Gorilla 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 Quesadilla Gorilla?
- Return of the Mac, at roughly 29.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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