Tacolicious – Mexican
This vibrant, high-energy haunt pulses with a modern social spirit, where the scent of sizzling MF chicken tacos mingles with the rhythmic mashing of fresh, made-to-order guacamole. The kitchen dances between coastal freshness and soulful comfort, offering jewel-toned roasted beets and zesty shrimp aguachile alongside bowls of velvety, molten chile con queso. Every plate, from the crispy crunch of chicken chicharrones to the inventive fusion of Mexitalia meatballs, invites guests to linger over a spirited feast that captures the playful heart of contemporary Mexican-inspired dining.
632, Emerson Street, Palo Alto, CA, 94301 https://www.tacolicious.com/location/tacolicious-palo-alto/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, 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, zone, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Tacolicious
Dairy-Free at Tacolicious
Tacolicious in Palo Alto has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Black Midnight Beans, Shrimp Aguachile and Kale Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Tacolicious
Tacolicious in Palo Alto has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Shrimp Aguachile. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Tacolicious
Tacolicious in Palo Alto has 15 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Black Midnight Beans, Tacos (2 for 15) and Shrimp Aguachile. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Tacolicious
Tacolicious in Palo Alto has 4 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp Aguachile, Steak Fritas and Chicken Chicharrones. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Tacolicious
Tacolicious in Palo Alto has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp Aguachile and Grilled Broccolini and Carrots. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Tacolicious
Tacolicious in Palo Alto has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp Aguachile, Grilled Broccolini and Carrots and Chicken Chicharrones. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Tacolicious
Tacolicious in Palo Alto has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Black Midnight Beans, Kale Salad and Made-to-Order Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Tacolicious
Tacolicious in Palo Alto has 11 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Black Midnight Beans, Grilled Broccolini and Carrots and Kale Salad. 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 Tacolicious
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| MF Chicken Tacos | 111.7 g | 69.6 g |
| Marina Girl Salad | 15.9 g | 67.6 g |
| Kale Salad | 242.7 g | 56.1 g |
| Steak Fritas | 38.8 g | 48.4 g |
| Aztec Soup | 38.9 g | 41.8 g |
| Chicken Chicharrones | 12.7 g | 38.6 g |
| Roasted Baby Beets | 120.2 g | 31.2 g |
| Shrimp Aguachile | 3.8 g | 28.9 g |
| Chile Con Queso (Mike’s Cheese Dip) | 52.2 g | 24.9 g |
| Grilled Broccolini and Carrots | 0 g | 20.1 g |
| Non-traditional Refried Beans | 2 g | 17.9 g |
| Mexitalia Meatballs | 27.5 g | 15.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Snacks
- Made-to-Order Guacamole - $13.25: Avocado, optional sliced veggies 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
- Chile Con Queso (Mike’s Cheese Dip) - $13: Cheese dip, optional chorizo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Chicharrones - $9: Chicken, MF hot sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Small Plates
- Roasted Baby Beets - $14: Orange, grapefruit, cashew crema, salsa seca Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Aguachile - $16: Blood orange, serranos, cilantro oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Atkins, South-Beach, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Tostada Contramar-Style - $9.25: Chipotle mayo, avocado, crispy leeks Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Calamari - $16: Yellow-eye beans, salsas veracruz and verde Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- MF Chicken Tacos - $14: Two crispy tacos, roasted tomato salsa, queso oaxaca, crema, shredded lettuce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aztec Soup - $14: Chicken, spicy broth, avocado, jammy egg, tortilla strips Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexitalia Meatballs - $15: Pork-beef meatballs, tomato-chipotle sauce, soft polenta Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
- Tacos (2 for 15) - $15: Choice of filling, served with three signature salsas Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tacos (4 for 29) - $29: Choice of filling, served with three signature salsas Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tacos (10 for 65) - $65: Choice of filling, served with three signature salsas Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Marina Girl Salad - $16: Chopped romaine, avocado, cucumber, radish, jicama, pepitas, cotija cheese, jalapeño vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kale Salad - $16: Cabbage, almonds, crispy quinoa, grapes, cumin vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Steak Fritas - $39: Roasted NY strip, house fries, arugula, orange sauce, flour tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Tamales - $18: Chicken with pulla or squash with cheese, served with rice and beans Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Black Midnight Beans - $7: Oregano, garlic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Non-traditional Refried Beans - $7: Cotija cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice-o-licious - $7: Mojo verde 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, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Broccolini and Carrots - $9: Green onion-ginger pesto, almonds Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Churritos - $12: Cinnamon sugar, caramel sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Beverages
- Green Juice - $13: Kale, green apple, fennel, celery, lemon, mint
- Margarita De La Casa - $16: Tequila, lime, agave Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Housemade Horchata - $8: Rice and cinnamon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Mexican Soda - $5: Coca-cola or Sprite Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about Tacolicious
- Is Tacolicious dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Tacolicious has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Black Midnight Beans, Shrimp Aguachile and Kale Salad.
- What can I eat at Tacolicious on a dairy-free diet?
- Black Midnight Beans, Shrimp Aguachile and Kale Salad carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Tacolicious have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Black Midnight Beans and Kale Salad.
- Is Tacolicious 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 Tacolicious?
- MF Chicken Tacos, at roughly 69.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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