Tacos El Grullense – Mexican
The vibrant energy of a traditional taqueria comes alive here, where the rhythmic sizzle of the grill and the bright tang of citrus-marinated ceviche transport diners to the heart of Mexico. Guests gather over baskets of warm, salted chips and creamy guacamole before diving into a masterclass of textures, from the cheese-crusted richness of slow-simmered quesabirria to the satisfying crunch of perfectly golden crispy tacos. It is a lively, flavor-forward escape where every bite celebrates the bold spirit and soulful heritage of authentic street food.
575, Ralston Avenue, Belmont, CA, 94002 +16502578575 https://tacoselgrullense.net/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, low-carb, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, vegetarian, vegan, keto, mediterranean, pescatarian, diabetic, heart-healthy, low-fat, sugar-free, plant-based, paleo, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, raw-food, volumetrics, tlc, detox, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Starters
- Chips and Salsa - $2.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Guacamole & Chips - $11.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Ceviche Appetizer - $21.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
- Shrimp Cocktail - $22.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, TLC, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
Tacos
- Regular Taco - $2.75: Choice of Meat, onions, cilantro and salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Super Taco - $7.25: Large corn tortillas topped with Choice of meat, melted Jack Cheese, sour cream, guacamole, and pico de Gallo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Crispy Taco - $4.5: Crispy corn tortillas filled with choice of meat, lettuce, tomatoes, Jack cheese and sour cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Quesabirria - $6.99: Tender marinated beef and melted cheese on a corn tortilla served with consume (birria broth) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Frank Taco - $8.99: Flour tortilla topped with battered deep fried fish or shrimp, cabbage, pico de gallo and chipotle sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Gober Taco - $6.99: Shrimp taco on a corn tortilla with melted cheese, bell pepper, onion and chipotle sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Sopes - $6.25: Thick handmade tortillas topped with choice of meat, refried beans, lettuce, tomato, sour cream, cotija cheese and tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Tostada - $6.25: Fried tortilla topped with refried beans, choice of meat, tomatoes, lettuce, sour cream, cotija cheese and tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Flauta - $3.99: Corn tortilla filled with choice of meat then deep fried, topped with lettuce, sour cream, cotija cheese, tomatoes and tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Enchilada (Single) - $3.99: Soft rolled tortilla dipped in special sauce filled with choice of meat, topped with melted Jack Cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Burritos
- Regular Burrito - $12.5: Large flour tortilla, filled with choice of meat, rice, whole pinto beans, onions, cilantro and salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Super Burrito - $13.5: Large flour tortilla, filled with choice of meat, rice, whole pinto beans, onions, cilantro, sour cream, cheese and salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Breakfast Burrito - $12.5: Choice of Mexican Sausage, Bacon, or Ham with eggs, rice, beans, onions, cilantro and salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Wet Burrito - $14.5: Large Flour tortilla filled with choice of meat, rice, whole pinto beans and guacamole, topped with red or green sauce, sour cream and melted Jack cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- California Burrito - $14.99: Large flour tortilla, filled with choice of meat, rice, whole pinto beans, sour cream, guacamole, Jack cheese, nacho cheese, french fries, onions, cilantro and salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Chile Relleno Burrito - $14.99: Chile relleno, rice, beans, onions, cilantro, salsa, wrapped in a large flour tortilla Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Beans and Cheese Burrito - $9 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
Special Plates
- Carne Asada Plate - $23.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chile Relleno Plate - $18.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fajitas (Chicken) - $21.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Camarones a la Diabla - $23.99: Spicy shrimp Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pozole - $22.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Volumetrics
- Menudo - $22.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Volumetrics
Other Favorites
- Quesadilla Cheese - $12: Melted Jack cheese, onions, cilantro and salsa Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Meaty Fries - $14.5: French fries with Jack cheese, nacho cheese, choice of meat, onions, cilantro, salsa and sour cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Nachos - $14.5: Refried beans, nacho cheese, choice of meat, onions, cilantro, salsa, sour cream and guacamole Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Torta Regular - $13: Mexican style sandwich with choice of meat, lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, onions, cilantro, and salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chimichanga - $14.5: Large flour tortilla filled with choice of meat and Jack cheese, deep-fried, topped with sour cream, guacamole and pico de gallo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Sides
- Side of Rice and Beans - $6.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Side of Fries - $7.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
Desserts
- Churros - $3.99: A fried-dough pastry tossed in sugar and cinnamon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Platanitos - $6.99: Deep-fried plantains served with a side of sweet condensed milk or sour cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Flan - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Arroz con Leche - $4.5: Rice pudding Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Canned Soda - $2.5
- Mexican Bottled Soda - $3.5
- Aguas Frescas (Small) - $5.5: Horchata, Jamaica, Mango, or Fresa
- Champurrado - $4.25
- Domestic Beer - $7