Rito Loco – Mexican
Rito Loco pulses with a vibrant, high-energy spirit where the irresistible crunch of golden chips meeting velvety, warm queso sets the stage for a bold and playful feast. The kitchen transforms comfort classics into indulgent masterpieces, from the towering, flavor-packed "Kitchen Sink" to crispy avocado bites and molten mac 'n cheese balls that celebrate a fusion of textures and heat. It is a lively urban sanctuary where every dish invites guests to dive into the messy, joyful art of modern, soul-satisfying street food.
606, Florida Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC, 20001 +12028364270 https://www.ritoloco.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at Rito Loco
Dairy-Free at Rito Loco
Rito Loco in Washington has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Steak & Peppers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Rito Loco
Rito Loco in Washington has 10 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Two Taco Combo, Verdura Rostadas and Burritos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Rito Loco
Rito Loco in Washington has 6 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Two Taco Combo, Verdura Rostadas and Taco Combo (Three). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Rito Loco
Rito Loco in Washington has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Two Taco Combo, Verdura Rostadas and Taco Combo (Three). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Rito Loco
Rito Loco in Washington has 9 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Two Taco Combo, Verdura Rostadas and Bowls. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Rito Loco
Rito Loco in Washington has 2 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tres Leches. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Rito Loco
Rito Loco in Washington has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Steak & Peppers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Rito Loco
Rito Loco in Washington has 12 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Steak & Peppers, Burritos and Salads. 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 Rito Loco
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Two Taco Combo | 0 g | 51.6 g |
| The Kitchen Sink | 19.7 g | 43.7 g |
| Taco Combo (Three) | 13.3 g | 42.9 g |
| Birria Tacos | 11.6 g | 26.9 g |
| The Trifecta | 63.6 g | 24 g |
| Nachos | 76.6 g | 20.4 g |
| Verdura Rostadas | 7.3 g | 19.5 g |
| Mac 'n Cheese Balls | 36.5 g | 17.3 g |
| Quesadillas | 52.3 g | 15.8 g |
| Steak & Peppers | 44.4 g | 7.1 g |
| Chips & Salsa | 44.1 g | 6.3 g |
| Chips & Guac | 41.2 g | 5.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Apps & Sides
- Chips & Queso - $6.99: Housemade Chips with Spicy Cheese Blend. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Chips & Salsa - $4.99: Housemade Chips and Salsa. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips & Guac - $8.99: Housemade Chips and Fresh Guacamole. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Yucca - $7.5: Delicious Fried Yucca. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice & Beans - $5: 100 Year Old Cuban Family Recipe. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Kitchen Sink - $24.99: A Double Order of All of Our Appetizers Including Housemade Chips, Salsa, Guac, Queso, Rice, Beans, Fried Yucca, and Crispy Avocado. Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Avocado - $9.5: Panko-Crusted Avocado Wedges with Chipotle Mayo. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Trifecta - $14.99: Housemade Chips with Salsa, Queso, and Guac. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac 'n Cheese Balls - $8: Fried macaroni and cheese balls. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Nachos - $13.99: Choice of Protein topped with Shredded Cheese, Black Beans, Sour Cream, Guac, and Pico de Gallo. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Birria Tacos - $16.5: Braised Lamb and Grilled Cheese Tacos Served with Sides of Consume, Pickles, Onions, and Cilantro. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber
- Steak & Peppers - $19.99: 7 oz. Chargrilled Skirt Steak with Roasted Peppers, Rice, and Beans. Dietary tags: Halal, Dairy-Free, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal
- Verdura Rostadas - $14.5: Spice-Roasted Vegetables on Black Bean Puree with Cauliflower, Queso Fresco, and Rice. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Taco Combo (Three) - $15.99: Three Tacos with Housemade Chips & Salsa. Protein Options: Pork Carnitas, Veggie, Crispy Avocado, Shrimp Taco, Carne Asada, Mojito Chicken. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Soy Free
- Two Taco Combo - $12.99: Two Tacos with Housemade Chips & Salsa. Protein Options: Pork Carnitas, Veggie, Crispy Avocado, Shrimp Taco, Carne Asada, Mojito Chicken. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium
- Burritos - $13.5: With a Side of Black Beans and Rice. Protein Options: Pork Carnitas, Veggie, Crispy Avocado, Shrimp Taco, Carne Asada, Mojito Chicken. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Bowls - $13.5: With Rice and Black Beans. Protein Options: Pork Carnitas, Veggie, Crispy Avocado, Shrimp Taco, Carne Asada, Mojito Chicken. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Quesadillas - $12.5: With Pico and Sour Cream. Protein Options: Pork Carnitas, Veggie, Crispy Avocado, Shrimp Taco, Carne Asada, Mojito Chicken.
Salads
- Salads - $12.99: With Pico and Queso Fresco. Protein Options: Pork Carnitas, Veggie, Crispy Avocado, Shrimp Taco, Carne Asada, Mojito Chicken. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
Desserts
- Tres Leches - $6.5: Lucious Sponge Cake with Vanilla Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Beverages
- Large-Format Margaritas - $35: House margaritas available for takeout/delivery. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Rito Loco
- Is Rito Loco dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Rito Loco has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Steak & Peppers.
- What can I eat at Rito Loco on a dairy-free diet?
- Steak & Peppers carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Rito Loco have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Two Taco Combo and Verdura Rostadas.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Rito Loco?
- Two Taco Combo, at roughly 51.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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