Rudy's Mexican – Mexican
The air at Rudy’s Mexican is thick with the irresistible scent of spiced chorizo and slow-simmered chile verde, drawing in locals for a soulful and hearty start to the morning. Here, the kitchen transforms simple staples into comforting masterpieces, folding fluffy eggs, melted cheese, and golden-crisped potatoes into warm, pillowy tortillas that offer a savory embrace in every bite.
138, East Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101 +18058455446 https://www.rudys-mexican.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Diet fit at Rudy's Mexican
Dairy-Free at Rudy's Mexican
Rudy's Mexican in Santa Barbara has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Crispy Tacos, Guacamole and Vegan Sopes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Rudy's Mexican
Rudy's Mexican in Santa Barbara has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Rudy's Mexican
Rudy's Mexican in Santa Barbara has 18 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Crispy Tacos, Guacamole and #2 - Eggs, Cheese, & Beans. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Rudy's Mexican
Rudy's Mexican in Santa Barbara has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Santa Barbara Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Rudy's Mexican
Rudy's Mexican in Santa Barbara has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cerveza. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Rudy's Mexican
Rudy's Mexican in Santa Barbara has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Refrescos and Cerveza. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Rudy's Mexican
Rudy's Mexican in Santa Barbara has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Rudy's Mexican
Rudy's Mexican in Santa Barbara has 10 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Crispy Tacos, Guacamole and Vegan Sopes. 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 Rudy's Mexican
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Seafood Tacos | 132.4 g | 68.8 g |
| Chicken Taco Salad | 55.9 g | 50.2 g |
| Breakfast Torta | 25.3 g | 50.1 g |
| The Veggie Burrito | 81 g | 45.4 g |
| Enchiladas Verdes | 21 g | 42.2 g |
| Classic Burrito | 49.9 g | 38.9 g |
| Tostada Grande | 31.6 g | 36.5 g |
| Rudy's Burger | 74.3 g | 36.2 g |
| Combo Burrito | 28.7 g | 35.6 g |
| Fajita Burrito | 19.6 g | 32.7 g |
| Santa Barbara Salad | 22.2 g | 29.6 g |
| Vegan Crispy Tacos | 44.3 g | 28.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Breakfast Burritos
- #1 - Chorizo, Eggs, Potato, & Cheese: Chorizo, eggs, potato, cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
- #2 - Eggs, Cheese, & Beans: Eggs, cheese, beans Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- #3 - Machaca Eggs & Cheese: Seasoned beef, eggs, cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
- #4 - Chorizo, Egg, & Beans: Chorizo, egg, beans Available at: breakfast, brunch
- #5 - Egg, Potato, & Cheese: Egg, potato, cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- #6 - Egg, Guacamole, Lettuce, Tomato, & Cheese: Egg, guacamole, lettuce, tomato, cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- #7 - Pork Chile Verde, Egg, & Cheese: Pork chile verde, egg, cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
- #8 - Egg, Bacon, Potato, & Cheese: Egg, bacon, potato, cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
- #9 - A la Mexicana: Eggs, onions, tomatoes, rice, beans Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- #10 - Ham, Egg, & Cheese: Ham, egg, cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
Breakfast Plates
- Huevos Rancheros: Over easy eggs on a crispy corn tortilla with salsa, cheese, avocado, potatoes, refried beans Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chilaquiles: Crispy corn tortilla strips with salsa roja, scrambled eggs, queso fresco, sour cream, avocado, refried beans Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Torta: Chorizo, eggs, ham, cheese, avocado, beans, jalapenos Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Spanish Omelet: Eggs, grilled veggies, jack cheese, potatoes, black beans, avocado Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Enchiladas: Two chicken enchiladas topped with an over-easy egg, salsa, cheese, black beans Available at: breakfast, brunch
Burritos
- Classic Burrito: Choice of meat with rice, beans, cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Veggie Burrito: Beans, rice, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, guacamole, sour cream, salsa Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- B.R.C Burrito: Beans, rice, cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combo Burrito: Choice of meat, guacamole, sour cream, beans, cheese Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajita Burrito: Choice of fish, carne asada, or pollo asado, grilled fajita vegetables, rice, jack cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Relleno Burrito: Fresh Chile Relleno, rice, beans, cheese Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bean & Cheese Burrito: Beans, cheese Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Rudy's Specialties
- Chimichanga: Large crispy burrito with choice of meat, beans, cheese, lettuce, salsa, guacamole, sour cream, tomato, cilantro Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sopes: Two crispy masa cakes with choice of meat, beans, lettuce, queso fresco, sour cream, tomato, rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Enchiladas Verdes: Two chicken enchiladas, salsa verde, queso fresco, sour cream, rice, black beans Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Poblano Tacos: Grilled chile poblano, mushrooms, onions, tomato, jack cheese, cilantro, three corn tortillas, choice of meat Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajita Bowl: Grilled assorted vegetables, rice, jack cheese, cilantro, choice of meat Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Tacos: Fresh fish or shrimp, two corn tortillas, avocado spread, cabbage slaw, chipotle sauce, black beans, rice Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Chicken Taco Salad: Corn tostada, black beans, romaine lettuce, grilled chicken, avocado, roasted bell peppers, jack cheese, sour cream, tomato, cilantro, vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Santa Barbara Salad: Soft corn tortilla, whole beans, romaine lettuce, grilled chicken, avocado, tomato, queso fresco Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tostada Grande: Large crispy flour tortilla bowl, choice of meat, beans, iceberg lettuce, cheese, guacamole, sour cream, tomato, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tostada: Chicken or carne asada, beans, cheese, iceberg lettuce, guacamole, sour cream, tomato, cilantro on a corn tostada Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Hamburgers
- Rudy's Burger: 1/3 lb. cheeseburger, guacamole, bacon, lettuce, tomato, pickles, 1000 Island sauce, French fries Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- California Burger: 1/3 lb. cheeseburger, pickles, lettuce, tomato, 1000 Island sauce, French fries Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegan Menu (Presidio Only)
- Vegan Burrito: Beyond Meat, beans, rice, tomatoes, guacamole, salsa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Sopes: Two crispy corn masa cakes, beans, lettuce, tomato, sliced avocado, rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Crispy Tacos: Large crispy corn tortilla, Beyond Meat, fajita veggies, iceberg lettuce, tomato, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Alambre Enchiladas Verdes: Two enchiladas, poblanos, mushrooms, onions, salsa verde, avocado, cilantro, red onion, black beans, rice, lettuce, tomato Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Beans (8 oz.) Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice (8 oz.) Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guacamole Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips & Salsa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Refrescos: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Fanta, Iced Tea, Dr. Pepper Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, South-Beach, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
- Aguas Frescas: Horchata, Jamaica Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Mexican Coke: Medio Litro
- Cerveza: Domestic & Imported Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Rudy's Mexican
- Is Rudy's Mexican dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Rudy's Mexican has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Crispy Tacos, Guacamole and Vegan Sopes.
- What can I eat at Rudy's Mexican on a dairy-free diet?
- Vegan Crispy Tacos, Guacamole and Vegan Sopes carry the dairy-free tag, out of 9 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Rudy's Mexican have vegan options?
- Yes. 10 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Vegan Crispy Tacos and Guacamole.
- Is Rudy's Mexican 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 Rudy's Mexican?
- Seafood Tacos, at roughly 68.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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