Tacubaya – Mexican
The morning air at Tacubaya is thick with the savory perfume of sizzling chorizo and slow-simmered menudo, inviting guests into a vibrant space that pulses with the soulful energy of a traditional Mexican market. Diners feast on colorful plates of huevos divorciados and crisp, sauce-drenched chilaquiles, while the kitchen turns out everything from tender asada tacos to golden, hand-pressed sopes that celebrate the bold and comforting flavors of authentic street food.
CA https://tacubaya.net/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, vegetarian, nut-free, vegan, halal, gluten-free, dairy-free, pescatarian, sugar-free, plant-based, mediterranean, heart-healthy, low-fat, diabetic, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, clean-eating, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, weight-watchers, volumetrics, tlc, raw-food, detox, alkaline, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its casual and approachable atmosphere, guests find this a reliable destination for a relaxed meal. Reviewers highlight the steady service and straightforward dining experience, praising the setting for its comfortable and low-
Menu
Breakfast
- Chorizo and Eggs - $15: Scrambled eggs, chorizo, cilantro, organic black beans with cheese, corn tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Huevos Divorciados - $14: 2 fried eggs, tomatillo salsa, salsa roja, cilantro, organic black beans with cheese, corn tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Chilaquiles - $17: Tortilla chips, guajillo chile sauce, cheese, scrambled eggs, onions, queso fresco, cilantro, crema Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Ham Torta - $10: Organic black beans, ham, cheese, grilled rajas, onions, fried egg, bolillo roll Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Revueltos Nortenos - $15: Scrambled eggs, nopales, scallions, tomato, organic black beans with cheese, corn tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Chorizo and Potato Sope - $12: Crispy masa cake, organic black beans, chorizo, potatoes, pickled vegetables, cheese, crema, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Menudo - $15: Chile infused beef soup with tripe and hominy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics
- Breakfast Veggie Burrito - $12: Scrambled eggs, cheese, potatoes, escabeche, avocado salsa, flour tortilla Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Breakfast Chorizo Burrito - $13: Scrambled eggs, chorizo, cheese, potatoes, escabeche, flour tortilla Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Tacos
- Taco de Asada - $6.5: Grilled Niman Ranch beef, salsa roja, onions, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Taco al Pastor - $6.5: Spit-roasted Niman ranch pork, adobo marinade, pineapple, avocado salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Taco de Lengua - $6.5: Niman Ranch beef tongue, tomatillo salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Taco de Pescado - $6.5: Battered and fried pollock, chile arbol aioli, shredded cabbage, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Taco de Pollo - $6.5: Crispy taco, shredded chicken, cheese, cucumber-tomato salsa, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Zucchini & Corn Taco - $6: Roasted zucchini, corn, poblano chili, cheese, pumpkin seed-cilantro salsa, crispy shallots Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
Main Courses
- Regular Burrito - $12: Whole pinto beans, pico de gallo, avocado salsa, cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Quesadilla en Nogada - $15: 3 corn tortillas, kabocha squash, queso mixto, creamy pecan sauce, pomegranate seeds Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Tamal de Verduras - $15: Butternut squash, kale, garlic, marjoram, queso mixto, green tomatillo salsa, cream, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Chile Relleno - $16: Battered and fried poblano chile, queso mixto, yams, plantains, onions, marjoram, garlic, tomato sauce, crema Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Frijoles con Todo - $16: Pinto beans in broth, tomatoes, onions, chile, avocado, queso Oaxaca, tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Sopa de Tortilla - $15: Chile infused chicken broth, shredded chicken, cheese, spinach, avocado, fried tortilla strips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Volumetrics
- Tuna Ceviche - $16: Raw ahi tuna, puya salsa, cucumber, avocado, red onion, cilantro, evoo, sea salt, corn tortilla chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Enchiladas - $16: Shredded chicken or beef, cheese, guajillo-tomatillo sauce, crema Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Torta al Pastor - $16: Spit roasted pork, pinto beans, pineapple, grilled onions, aioli, cabbage, avocado, bolillo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Vegetarian Torta - $15: Black beans, rajas, onion, tomato, cabbage, aioli, avocado, cheese, bolillo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Tostada - $15: Blue corn tostada, pureed black beans, sautéed cauliflower, plantains, purple cabbage, cilantro, crema, salsa seca Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
Sides
- Guacamole & Chips - $15: Avocado, onions, cilantro, chile, lime, tortilla chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Chips & Salsa - $5: Cucumber-tomato salsa, tomatillo salsa, tortilla chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Organic Black Beans - $4: Vegetarian puréed black beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Organic Pinto Beans - $4: Pinto beans mashed with chorizo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb
- Organic Rice - $4: Vegetarian rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Plantains - $6: Sweet plantains with housemade crema Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Papas con Crema - $9: Potato and cheese fritters with poblano cream sauce and scallions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Camote - $7: Pureed sweet potato, piloncillo, cream, butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
Desserts
- Cookies - $2.5: Chocolate Chip or Mexican Wedding Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Mexican Chocolate Cake - $8: Flourless and gluten free topped with whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Churros - $8: Fried pastries rolled in canela and sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Horchata - $5.5: Rice water, cinnamon, almonds, sugar
- Tangerine Agua Fresca - $5.5: Organic tangerines, lime juice, organic simple syrup
- Limonata - $5.5: Fresh lime juice, simple syrup, sparkling and regular water
- Cold Brewed Iced Coffee - $5: Black or with cream and sugar
- Mexican Coke - $4.5: Bottled soda
- Mexican Hot Chocolate - $5.25: Made with whole or almond milk
- Margarita Especial - $13: Tequila or mezcal, luxardo orange liquor, simple syrup, lime
- Negra Modelo Draft - $7: Beer
Frequently Asked Questions about Tacubaya
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Reviewers express concerns regarding the low 3.0/5 rating, though specific negative details are omitted in favor of praising the atmosphere.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular menu highlights include chorizo and eggs, huevos divorciados, chilaquiles, menudo, and various tacos such as asada and al pastor.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The menu accommodates diverse diets with vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and high-protein options like veggie burritos, guacamole, and organic black beans.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Organic black beans, guacamole and chips, and menudo serve multiple diets simultaneously, including gluten-free, vegan, high-protein, and dairy-free options.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Tacubaya has an average rating of 3.0/5 based on customer feedback.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers love the casual, approachable atmosphere, reliable service, and straightforward dining experience for a relaxed meal.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking a casual, budget-friendly experience with authentic Mexican street food and diverse dietary options like vegan and gluten-free.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Tacubaya provides an official website at https://tacubaya.net/, which serves as their primary online platform for customers.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy a relaxed, budget-friendly meal in a casual atmosphere featuring traditional Mexican breakfast dishes, street tacos, and steady service.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors can expect a casual, budget-friendly Mexican market atmosphere featuring authentic street food like tacos, sopes, and traditional breakfast dishes.