Silvestre Chicken – Mexican
The air at Silvestre Chicken is thick with the savory, mouthwatering aroma of slow-roasted poultry, where golden-skinned rotisserie chickens spin to succulent perfection. Guests find comfort in the sizzle of handmade pupusas stuffed with molten cheese and the sweet, caramelized warmth of fried plantains served alongside rich black beans and cool cream. It is a vibrant celebration of Latin soul food, offering a hearty, unpretentious escape where every bite feels like a home-cooked embrace.
7535 Landover Road, Hyattsville MD 20785 https://silvestrechicken.com/locations/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: 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, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Silvestre Chicken
Dairy-Free at Silvestre Chicken
Silvestre Chicken in Hyattsville has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rice, Spicy Steak Strips and Sautéed Jumbo Shrimp. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Silvestre Chicken
Silvestre Chicken in Hyattsville has 10 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Spicy Steak Strips, Whole Red Snapper and Sautéed Jumbo Shrimp. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Silvestre Chicken
Silvestre Chicken in Hyattsville has 14 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Veggie Quesadilla, Rice and Whole Red Snapper. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Silvestre Chicken
Silvestre Chicken in Hyattsville has 6 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Silvestre Steak, Mixed Quesadilla and Silvestre Steak & Shrimp. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Silvestre Chicken
Silvestre Chicken in Hyattsville has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Whole Red Snapper, Silvestre Steak and Silvestre Steak & Shrimp. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Silvestre Chicken
Silvestre Chicken in Hyattsville has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Whole Red Snapper, Silvestre Steak and Silvestre Steak & Shrimp. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Silvestre Chicken
Silvestre Chicken in Hyattsville has 4 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Whole Red Snapper, Silvestre Steak and Silvestre Steak & Shrimp. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Silvestre Chicken
Silvestre Chicken in Hyattsville has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rice, Fried Plantain and Fried Cassava. 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 Silvestre Chicken
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Grilled Chicken Breast Salad | 45.2 g | 70.3 g |
| Chicken Breast Quesadilla | 51.6 g | 63.6 g |
| Chicken Breast Tacos | 26.3 g | 47.8 g |
| Steak Tacos | 8 g | 34.8 g |
| Cheese Quesadilla | 35.4 g | 24.3 g |
| Steak Quesadilla | 13.9 g | 23.8 g |
| Veggie Quesadilla | 30.5 g | 20.9 g |
| Mixed Quesadilla | 0 g | 20.5 g |
| Silvestre Steak | 0 g | 18.9 g |
| Silvestre Steak & Shrimp | 0 g | 18.9 g |
| Quarter Chicken | 0 g | 17.4 g |
| Bean and Cheese Pupusa | 0.1 g | 11.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests rave about the outstanding food quality and mouth-watering freshness of every dish, celebrating the menu for its consistently high standards. Reviewers highlight the welcoming atmosphere and praise the accommodating service, noting that the warm environment makes it a standout addition to the neighborhood.
Menu
Rotisserie Chicken
Served with choice of sides and sauces.
- Whole Chicken: Served with 2 Large Sides & 4 Sauces (Hot or Mild) Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Half Chicken: Served with 2 Regular Sides & 2 Sauces (Hot or Mild) Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quarter Chicken: Served with 2 Regular Sides & 2 Sauces (Hot or Mild) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Fried Plantain with Black Beans & Cream: Fried plantain, black beans, cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Pupusa: Small grilled tortilla stuffed with cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bean and Cheese Pupusa: Small grilled tortilla stuffed with cheese & beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork and Cheese Pupusa: Small grilled tortilla stuffed with pork & cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
Quesadillas
- Cheese Quesadilla: Flour tortilla, cheese, mixed peppers & onions, sour cream, house salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Quesadilla: Flour tortilla, cheese, mixed peppers & onions, sour cream, house salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Breast Quesadilla: Flour tortilla, chicken breast, cheese, mixed peppers & onions, sour cream, house salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Quesadilla: Flour tortilla, steak, cheese, mixed peppers & onions, sour cream, house salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Quesadilla: Shrimp, steak, chicken, cheese, mixed peppers & onions, sour cream, house salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
- Chicken Breast Tacos: 2 soft shell tacos, chicken breast, salsa, shredded cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Tacos: 2 soft shell tacos, steak, salsa, shredded cheese Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Tacos: 2 soft shell tacos, shrimp, salsa, shredded cheese Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
All platters are served with two choices: rice & salad or rice & black beans
- Silvestre Steak: Grilled New York steak Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Silvestre Steak & Shrimp: Grilled New York Steak & 4 Jumbo Shrimp Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Steak Strips: Hot spicy sautéed steak strips with mixed peppers, tomatoes & onions Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sautéed Jumbo Shrimp: 8 Sautéed jumbo shrimp with mixed peppers tomatoes & onions Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whole Red Snapper: Whole deep fried fish Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Filet: Salmon with green pepper and onions, served with 2 sauces Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Shrimp Salad: 8 Shrimps, mixed lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, shredded cheese Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Breast Salad: Grilled chicken, mixed lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, shredded cheese Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Fresh Salad Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Plantain Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Cassava Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice 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
- Black Beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Silvestre Chicken
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- The restaurant is family-friendly, offering a welcoming atmosphere, accommodating service, and budget-friendly Mexican soul food like quesadillas and pupusas.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features a diverse selection of rotisserie chicken, pupusas, tacos, and quesadillas, accommodating over thirty-five different dietary preferences.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- Silvestre Chicken is unique for its outstanding rotisserie chicken, handmade pupusas, and a welcoming atmosphere that celebrates Latin soul food.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- Silvestre Chicken is currently operational, with location details and menu information available on their official website.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers rave about the outstanding food quality, mouth-watering freshness, welcoming atmosphere, and accommodating service that makes it a neighborhood standout.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- The shrimp salad works for both keto and gluten-free diets, while black beans and rice are gluten-free and vegan.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly Mexican restaurant stands out for its outstanding food quality, fresh ingredients, and welcoming atmosphere compared to neighborhood competitors.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Silvestre Chicken specializes in authentic Mexican cuisine and Latin soul food, featuring rotisserie chicken, pupusas, and traditional sides.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Silvestre Chicken has a website at https://silvestrechicken.com/locations/, though the provided data does not specify online ordering capabilities.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Silvestre Chicken offers a vibrant, welcoming, and unpretentious atmosphere featuring a hearty Latin soul food style with accommodating service.
- Is Silvestre Chicken dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Silvestre Chicken has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rice, Spicy Steak Strips and Sautéed Jumbo Shrimp.
- What can I eat at Silvestre Chicken on a dairy-free diet?
- Rice, Spicy Steak Strips and Sautéed Jumbo Shrimp carry the dairy-free tag, out of 12 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Silvestre Chicken have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Rice and Fried Plantain.
- Is Silvestre Chicken gluten-free?
- 10 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 Silvestre Chicken?
- Grilled Chicken Breast Salad, at roughly 70.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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