Taco City DC – Mexican
This vibrant urban haunt pulses with energy, drawing diners in with the irresistible aroma of sizzling carne asada and slow-roasted al pastor crisping on the grill. From the smoky heat of chicken tinga to the earthy richness of portobello mushrooms, each overflowing bowl and hand-held creation celebrates bold, authentic flavors in a lively space that captures the spirited heart of the city.
1102, 8th Street Southeast, Washington, DC, 20003-3635 +12026294012 https://tacocitydc.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, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Taco City DC
Dairy-Free at Taco City DC
Taco City DC in Washington has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mexican Black Beans, Cauliflower Taco and Cauliflower Side. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Taco City DC
Taco City DC in Washington has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guacamole, Sauteed Portobello Mushroom and Crispy Brussel Sprouts. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Taco City DC
Taco City DC in Washington has 28 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mexican Black Beans, Churros Mexicanos and Cauliflower Taco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Taco City DC
Taco City DC in Washington has 10 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Esquites, Seafood Rice Stew and Flautas Ahogadas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Taco City DC
Taco City DC in Washington has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cauliflower Side, Sauteed Portobello Mushroom and Hibiscus Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Taco City DC
Taco City DC in Washington has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cauliflower Side, Sauteed Portobello Mushroom and Hibiscus Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Taco City DC
Taco City DC in Washington has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sauteed Portobello Mushroom. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Taco City DC
Taco City DC in Washington has 12 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mexican Black Beans, Cauliflower Taco and Cauliflower Side. 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 Taco City DC
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Taco City Bowl | 75.9 g | 66.1 g |
| Birria Taco | 3.8 g | 43.4 g |
| Enchiladas Suizas | 31.6 g | 40.1 g |
| Tortas (Mexican Sandwich) | 52.1 g | 35.2 g |
| Chipotle Meatballs | 60.5 g | 34.7 g |
| Flautas Ahogadas | 29.8 g | 32.2 g |
| Seafood Rice Stew | 16.5 g | 30.8 g |
| Cauliflower Side | 24.5 g | 30.6 g |
| Carne Asada Entree | 23.7 g | 30.5 g |
| Shrimp Taco | 18.2 g | 29.9 g |
| Tacos Dorados | 43.5 g | 29.9 g |
| Crab Taco | 65.6 g | 28.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Specials
- Taco City Bowl - $14: Rice, Black Beans, Lettuce, Pico de Gallo, Grilled Corn, Avocado. Choice of Mushroom, Chicken, or Steak Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burritos - $14: Rice, Black Beans, Crema, Salsa Roja, Guacamole, Queso, Pico de Gallo, Lettuce. Choice of Chicken or Steak Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Of The Day - $3: Chicken tinga with chipotle mayo, pickled red onions, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadilla Special - $15: Pico de Gallo, Crema, Rice & Beans. Choice of Mushroom, Chicken, or Braised Beef Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
- Al Pastor Taco - $5.5: Fired pit pork, salsa roja, cilantro, onion, grilled pineapple Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Campechano Taco - $5.75: Steak and chorizo, salsa roja, pork rind, cilantro, onion Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak (Carne Asada) Taco - $5.75: Grilled steak, pico de gallo, avocado sauce, cilantro Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tinga Taco - $4.75: Shredded Chicken, Chipotle Mayo, Pickled onion Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carnitas Taco - $5: Pulled pork, salsa verde, cilantro, onion, pork rind Available at: dinner, lunch
- Portobello Mushroom Taco - $4.75: Mushroom, caramelized onion, avocado sauce, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mahi Mahi Fish Taco - $6: Pan seared, Pico de gallo, chipotle mayo, cilantro Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Taco - $6: Seared shrimp, cabbage, red onion, chipotle mayo, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Barbacoa (Braised Beef) Taco - $5.5: Braised beef, morita sauce, pickled spice habanero relish, cilantro Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chorizo Taco - $5: Spicy chorizo, salsa verde, cilantro, onion, slice radish Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Taco - $7.95: Lump crab, caramelized onion, corn, chipotle mayo, pico de gallo, cilantro Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Gobernador - $6: Shrimp Taco with a Poblano Cream Sauce, Melted Cheese, Pico de Gallo Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cauliflower Taco - $4.75: Baked then Flash fried Cauliflower, Sesame Oil, Seeds, Morita Salsa, Pickled Red Onion, Cilantro Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Birria Taco - $5.75: Braised beef with consome Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Combos
- 3 Taco Combo - $16: 3 Tacos of your choice (Chicken Tinga, Braised Beef, Portobello Mushroom, Carnitas); includes side of White Rice and Black Beans Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- 2 Taco Combo - $12: 2 Tacos of your choice (Chicken Tinga, Braised Beef, Portobello Mushroom, Carnitas); includes side of White Rice and Black Beans Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- 2 Seafood Taco Combo - $14: 2 Seafood Tacos (Mahi Mahi or Shrimp) with Rice and Beans Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- 3 Seafood Taco Combo - $19: 3 Seafood Tacos with Rice and Black Beans Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- 3 Birria Taco Combo - $18: Braised Beef, Cheese, onions, cilantro and Consome with White Rice and Black Beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- Family Tacos & Kids Combo with Drinks - $95: 10 tacos, 2 kids cheese quesadilla meals, Guacamole, 2 House Margaritas, 2 Hibiscus Agua Frescas Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Family Tacos & Kids Combo - $60: 10 tacos, 2 kids cheese quesadilla meals Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Carne Asada Entree - $22: Marinaded grilled steak, cactus, chile serrano, cilantro rice, black beans, side house salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon - $22: Pan seared salmon, Grilled Corn Rice, Poblano Pepper Cream Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Enchiladas Suizas - $21: Shredded chicken, crema, melted chihuahua, tomatillo salsa, queso, onions, cilantro rice, beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tortas (Mexican Sandwich) - $14: Mexican Sandwich, Bean Puree, Crema, Cheese, Avocado Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadillas - $16: Pico de gallo, crema Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kids Cheese Quesadilla - $10: Includes side of beans and rice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken with Poblano Rajas - $21: Creamy Chicken with Poblano rajas, grilled corn, side of white rice Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Rice Stew - $23: Seafood rice stew, Parmesano, sauteed shrimp, crab meat rice Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Enchiladas with Mole Poblano - $21: Chicken or Braised Beef topped off with rich mole Poblano, crema and queso fresco, rice Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Guacamole - $15: Fresh mashed avocado, pico de gallo, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Esquites - $12: Sauteed street corn, mayo, crema, lime, cilantro, queso Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Fundido - $12: Cast Iron Melted Cheese, tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chipotle Meatballs - $10: Beef Meatballs, Queso Fresco, Side of Rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Empanadas - $11: Two Chicken Empanadas with chipotle mayo or barbacoa (beef) with salsa morita Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Corn Tamale - $6: Sweet corn tamale, crema, queso, salsa verde Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tacos Dorados - $14: 3 Crispy Chicken Stuffed Taquitos, Pico de Gallo, Crema, Queso, Lettuce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Flautas Ahogadas - $13: Braised Beef Taquitos, Smothered with a salsa Chile Morita, Queso Fresco, Crema, Cilantro Garnish, Pickled Onion Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tamal With Mole - $7: Slow-steamed chicken tamal topped with fresh mole sauce, crema, sesame seeds, red pickled onions and cilantro Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- White Rice - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexican Black Beans - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sauteed Portobello Mushroom - $8 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Brussel Sprouts - $11 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
- Chips and Salsa - $2: Guajillo Salsa Molcajete - charred tomatoes, onions, garlic, cilantro, chipotle Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pinto Beans Dip - $7: With Queso Fresco Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cauliflower Side - $9: Baked Then Flash Fried, Sesame Seeds, Pickled Red onions, Side Salsa Morita Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups and Salads
- Pozole Rojo O Verde - $15: Pork hominy soup or Pozole verde with Chicken Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $9: Romaine Lettuce, Telera Bread Croutons, Cesar Dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Churros Mexicanos - $8: Fried Dough Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Coconut Custard - $7.5: Coconut custard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Tres Leches - $8.5: Sponged cake soaked in three milk Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Beverages
- Mint Limeade - $5: Muddled limes and mint, simple, fresh lime mix, splash soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Horchata - $4: Orgreat, milk beverage
- Hibiscus Tea - $4: Refreshing tea flower beverage with fresh lime Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Mexican Coke - $4.5
- Jarritos Mexican Soda - $4: Flavor of Choice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Taco City Margarita - $11: Silver Agave, Triple Sec, Fresh house Lime Mix Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Spicy Margarita - $12: Serrano Infused Tequila, Triple Sec, Fresh House Lime Mix
Frequently Asked Questions about Taco City DC
- Is Taco City DC dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Taco City DC has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mexican Black Beans, Cauliflower Taco and Cauliflower Side.
- What can I eat at Taco City DC on a dairy-free diet?
- Mexican Black Beans, Cauliflower Taco and Cauliflower Side carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Taco City DC have vegan options?
- Yes. 12 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Mexican Black Beans and Cauliflower Taco.
- Is Taco City DC gluten-free?
- 3 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 Taco City DC?
- Taco City Bowl, at roughly 66.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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