Taqueria La Herradura – Mexican
Taqueria La Herradura pulses with the rhythmic sizzle of the flat-top grill, where the air is thick with the savory aroma of charred meats and the irresistible scent of tortillas griddled to a golden, cheesy crisp. Diners are treated to a masterclass in street-food comfort, from decadent baked potatoes overflowing with smoky bacon and caramelized onions to the signature Takochiles that burst with bold, authentic spice. Every bite, whether it’s a perfectly seared taco de tripa or a hearty, pressed sincronizada, captures the vibrant and soul-warming essence of a bustling neighborhood gem.
2200, Trenton Road, McAllen, TX, 78504 +19563221660 https://taquerialaherradura.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: halal, vegetarian, low-sodium, pescatarian, high-fiber, south-beach
Diet fit at Taqueria La Herradura
Halal at Taqueria La Herradura
Taqueria La Herradura in Mcallen has 2 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Simple Potato and Quesadillas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Taqueria La Herradura
Taqueria La Herradura in Mcallen has 2 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Simple Potato and Quesadillas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Taqueria La Herradura
Taqueria La Herradura in Mcallen has 2 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Simple Potato and Tacos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at Taqueria La Herradura
Taqueria La Herradura in Mcallen has 2 pescatarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Simple Potato and Quesadillas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Fiber at Taqueria La Herradura
Taqueria La Herradura in Mcallen has 1 high-fiber-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sincronizada. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
South-Beach at Taqueria La Herradura
Taqueria La Herradura in Mcallen has 2 south-beach-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Prepared Beans and Simple Potato. 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 Taqueria La Herradura
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Simple Hot Dog | 40.6 g | 36.4 g |
| Cachondo Hot Dog | 71.7 g | 36 g |
| Sincronizada | 33.6 g | 31.4 g |
| Torta | 38.7 g | 26.2 g |
| Simple Potato | 11.6 g | 16.2 g |
| Quesadillas | 52.3 g | 15.8 g |
| Tacos with Cheese Tortilla | 22.7 g | 14.9 g |
| Prepared Beans | 2 g | 10.4 g |
| Tacos | 18.5 g | 6.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 2:30 AM
Menu
Tacos
- Tacos - $6.99: Corn (5) or Flour (5) tortillas with Bistec, Tripa, or mixed meats. Served with cilantro and grilled onions. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tacos de Tripa - $7.99: Corn (5) or Flour (5) tripe tacos. Served with cilantro and grilled onions. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tacos with Cheese Tortilla - $8.5: Cheese (4) tortilla with Bistec, Tripa, or mixed meats. Served with cilantro and grilled onions. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Tacos - $7.5: Beans, white cheese, and bistec. Served with lettuce, tomato, and avocado. Available at: dinner, lunch
Potatoes
- Simple Potato - $5.5: Butter, mild cheddar, and Mexican sour cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Potato with Bacon Bits - $6.5: Butter, mild cheddar, Mexican sour cream, and bacon bits. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Potato with Meat and Grilled Onions - $8.99: Butter, mild cheddar, Mexican sour cream, bistec, and grilled onions. Available at: dinner, lunch
Specialties
- Takochiles - $7.99: Bistec and mozzarella cheese on jalapeño peppers. With or without tortilla. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sincronizada - $8.25: Beans, mozzarella cheese, and bistec. Served with lettuce, tomato, and avocado on the side. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Torta - $7.5: Avocado, mayonnaise, ham, American cheese, bistec, lettuce, and tomato. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadillas - $6.5: Corn (5) or Flour (5) tortilla with white cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Hot Dogs
- Simple Hot Dog - $3.5: Mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup, tomato, raw onions, and grilled onions. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cachondo Hot Dog - $5.5: Mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup, raw onions, tomato, ham, American cheese, bacon, avocado, and grilled onions. Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Prepared Beans - $4.5: Charro beans with bistec and mozzarella cheese. Dietary tags: South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Taqueria La Herradura
- Is Taqueria La Herradura halal-friendly?
- Yes. Taqueria La Herradura has 2 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Simple Potato and Quesadillas.
- What can I eat at Taqueria La Herradura on a halal diet?
- Simple Potato and Quesadillas carry the halal tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Taqueria La Herradura?
- Simple Hot Dog, at roughly 36.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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