TELA – American
Kitchen serving Gainesville under the Tela name, running its board on its own site in the college town's dining lane. The format works the modern-neighborhood register — plates, pours, and easy evenings. It suits Gainesville dinner rotations, date-night defaults, and regulars whose table is assumed.
1702 W UNIVERSITY AVE, GAINESVILLE, FL, 32603 352.554.4320 https://www.eattela.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Diet fit at TELA
Dairy-Free at TELA
TELA in Gainesville has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at TELA
TELA in Gainesville has 6 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetarian Bowl or Burrito, Churros and Vegetarian Quesadilla. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at TELA
TELA in Gainesville has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Steak Quesadilla. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at TELA
TELA in Gainesville has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chips, Tropical Drink and Fountain Drinks. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at TELA
TELA in Gainesville has 6 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetarian Bowl or Burrito, Churros and Vegetarian Quesadilla. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at TELA
TELA in Gainesville has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chicken Quesadilla. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at TELA
TELA in Gainesville has 8 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetarian Bowl or Burrito, Churros and Vegetarian Quesadilla. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Paleo at TELA
TELA in Gainesville has 1 paleo-tagged dish on its current menu, including Tropical Drink. 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 TELA
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Steak Quesadilla | 13.9 g | 23.8 g |
| Vegetarian Quesadilla | 23.2 g | 13.5 g |
| Chicken Quesadilla | 13.1 g | 10.3 g |
| Churros | 41.5 g | 5.1 g |
| Fountain Drinks | 48.8 g | 5.1 g |
| Chips | 39.8 g | 4.9 g |
| Chorizo Quesadilla | 1.4 g | 3.4 g |
| Yuca Frita | 61.9 g | 0.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Bowls & Burritos (Baleadas)
Pick your base, protein, toppings, and sauce. One serving of beans and one serving of each topping included.
- Vegetarian Bowl or Burrito - $10.45: Choice of Brown Rice, White Rice, or Romaine Lettuce. Includes Refried Beans, Red Beans, Eggs, Plantains, Pico De Gallo, Corn Salsa, Pickled Red Onion, Cilantro, Lettuce, Pickled Jalapenos, Lime, Cotija Cheese, and choice of sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Bowl or Burrito - $11.45: Choice of Brown Rice, White Rice, or Romaine Lettuce. Includes Refried Beans, Red Beans, Eggs, Plantains, Pico De Gallo, Corn Salsa, Pickled Red Onion, Cilantro, Lettuce, Pickled Jalapenos, Lime, Cotija Cheese, and choice of sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chorizo Bowl or Burrito - $12.45: Choice of Brown Rice, White Rice, or Romaine Lettuce. Includes Refried Beans, Red Beans, Eggs, Plantains, Pico De Gallo, Corn Salsa, Pickled Red Onion, Cilantro, Lettuce, Pickled Jalapenos, Lime, Cotija Cheese, and choice of sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Bowl or Burrito - $13.45: Choice of Brown Rice, White Rice, or Romaine Lettuce. Includes Refried Beans, Red Beans, Eggs, Plantains, Pico De Gallo, Corn Salsa, Pickled Red Onion, Cilantro, Lettuce, Pickled Jalapenos, Lime, Cotija Cheese, and choice of sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
Quesadillas
Filled with a four-cheese blend and served with fresh pico de gallo and corn salsa.
- Vegetarian Quesadilla - $10.45: Blend of cheddar, Monterey Jack, asadero, and pepper jack cheese. Served with pico de gallo and corn salsa. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Quesadilla - $11.45: Blend of cheddar, Monterey Jack, asadero, and pepper jack cheese. Served with pico de gallo and corn salsa. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chorizo Quesadilla - $12.45: Blend of cheddar, Monterey Jack, asadero, and pepper jack cheese. Served with pico de gallo and corn salsa. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Quesadilla - $13.45: Blend of cheddar, Monterey Jack, asadero, and pepper jack cheese. Served with pico de gallo and corn salsa. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Yuca Frita: Crispy golden yuca fries, garlic aioli, fresh cilantro. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips: Crispy tortilla chips seasoned with salt and lime juice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Churros: Two churros filled with dulce de leche, coated in cinnamon and sugar, served with chocolate dipping sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Tropical Drink - $3: Tropical flavored beverage. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Fountain Drinks - $2.5: Assorted fountain sodas. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about TELA
- Is TELA dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. TELA has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chips.
- What can I eat at TELA on a dairy-free diet?
- Chips carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does TELA have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Chips and Tropical Drink.
- What is the highest-protein dish at TELA?
- Steak Quesadilla, at roughly 23.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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