Terlingua – Mexican
Terlingua captures the rugged spirit of the Southwest, inviting guests into a space where the intoxicating scent of wood-smoke mingles with the bright, zesty aromas of fresh lime and cilantro. The kitchen transforms fire-kissed ingredients into bold, elevated comfort food, from velvety smoked pork pozole and spicy grilled shrimp tacos to chilled seafood cocktails that sparkle with coastal freshness. Whether sharing a spread of house-made salsas and smoky wings or savoring a quiet, soul-warming stew, every meal feels like a vibrant celebration of rustic flavors and soulful hospitality.
40, Washington Avenue, Portland, ME, 04101 +12079567573 http://www.terlingua.me/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Terlingua
Dairy-Free at Terlingua
Terlingua in Portland has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coctel de Camaron, Salsa and Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Terlingua
Terlingua in Portland has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coctel de Camaron, Guacamole and Terlingua Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Terlingua
Terlingua in Portland has 12 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Queso, Spicy Grilled Shrimp Taco and Street Corn Succotash. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Terlingua
Terlingua in Portland has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Carne Asada Taco and Spicy Grilled Shrimp Taco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Terlingua
Terlingua in Portland has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Queso and Terlingua Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Terlingua
Terlingua in Portland has 7 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including El Mayor Bourbon Barrel Aged Extra Anejo, Salsa and Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Terlingua
Terlingua in Portland has 11 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Queso, El Mayor Bourbon Barrel Aged Extra Anejo and Street Corn Succotash. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Terlingua
Terlingua in Portland has 6 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Queso, Spicy Grilled Shrimp Taco and Street Corn Succotash. 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 Terlingua
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Family-Style BBQ (Per Person) | 111.3 g | 62.9 g |
| Saddle Up BBQ Board | 121.8 g | 56.1 g |
| Smoked Pork Pozole | 88.4 g | 35.4 g |
| Elote | 43.6 g | 30.5 g |
| Carne Asada Taco | 13.1 g | 24.7 g |
| Spicy Grilled Shrimp Taco | 94.4 g | 19.3 g |
| Deviled Eggs - Smoked Salmon | 73.3 g | 18.7 g |
| Terlingua Board | 60.9 g | 14.3 g |
| Coctel de Camaron | 41.2 g | 11.3 g |
| Guacamole | 37.7 g | 11.2 g |
| Terlingua Salad | 8.7 g | 10.6 g |
| Queso | 15.2 g | 9.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Deviled Eggs - Smoked Salmon - $11: 3 halves per order, pickled peppers, crispy onion, chile oil Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Salsa - $5.75: Served with chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso - $12 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guacamole - $20.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tortilla Chips - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coctel de Camaron - $28: Shrimp cocktail Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Wings: 3lb bags of freshly smoked wings Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads and Soups
- Terlingua Salad - $48 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Pork Pozole - $14: Smoked pork shoulder, local hominy, guajillo, ancho peppers, cabbage, avocado, onion, cilantro, radish Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Spicy Grilled Shrimp Taco - $18: Jumbo shrimp, hot bbq sauce, crema, lime marinated cabbage, avocado, cilantro, cotija on flour tortilla Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Taco - $18: Tequila and lime marinated top round, xxx sauce, chimichurri, onion, avocado, corn tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Terlingua Board - $36: 3/4lb house-smoked meats, pickles, cornbread, honey butter, house BBQ sauce, side salad Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Saddle Up BBQ Board - $100: 2lbs house-smoked meats, salsa, guacamole, chips, poblano mac & cheese, daily side, pickles, cornbread, honey butter, house BBQ sauce. Feeds 2-4 people. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Board - Hot Pick Up - $23 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Family-Style BBQ (Per Person) - $55: Chips and salsa roja, chips and guacamole, Prime Brisket, Pork Shoulder, Rotating Daily BBQ, pickles, cornbread, salad, and Mac n’ Cheese Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Mac & Cheese - $25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Street Corn Succotash - $25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Elote: Lime mayo, tortilla crunch, cotija, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Margarita Growler for 2 - $25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- El Mayor Bourbon Barrel Aged Extra Anejo - $20: 100% agave tequila aged in American Bourbon white oak barrels for 3.5 years Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Prickly Mango Margarita - $14: El Jimador Blanco, mango, prickly pear, lime and agave Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Frequently Asked Questions about Terlingua
- Is Terlingua dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Terlingua has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coctel de Camaron, Salsa and Guacamole.
- What can I eat at Terlingua on a dairy-free diet?
- Coctel de Camaron, Salsa and Guacamole carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Terlingua have vegan options?
- Yes. 7 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including El Mayor Bourbon Barrel Aged Extra Anejo and Salsa.
- Is Terlingua gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are 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 Terlingua?
- Family-Style BBQ (Per Person), at roughly 62.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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