Texican Cafe – Mexican
Texican Cafe pulses with a festive energy where the smoky aroma of sizzling fajitas and slow-roasted cabrito drifts through a lively, welcoming atmosphere. Guests gather over golden bowls of velvety chile con queso and crisp botana platters, transitioning into hearty plates of tender steak tampiquena or hand-stuffed avocados bursting with bold, border-inspired flavors. This vibrant destination captures the soulful essence of Tex-Mex dining, blending traditional techniques with a spirited warmth that makes every meal feel like a celebration.
78748 https://texicancafe.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free
Diet fit at Texican Cafe
Dairy-Free at Texican Cafe
Texican Cafe in Austin has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Homemade Sopapillas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Texican Cafe
Texican Cafe in Austin has 4 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Ice Cream, Chile Con Queso Cup and Chile Con Queso Bowl. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Texican Cafe
Texican Cafe in Austin has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cabrito and Chicken Fajitas 1/2 Lb. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Texican Cafe
Texican Cafe in Austin has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cabrito. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Texican Cafe
Texican Cafe in Austin has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House Texican Martini and Texas Size House Margarita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Texican Cafe
Texican Cafe in Austin has 8 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Ice Cream, Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers and Chile Con Queso Cup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Texican Cafe
Texican Cafe in Austin has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chicken Fajitas 1/2 Lb. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Texican Cafe
Texican Cafe in Austin has 6 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Ice Cream, Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers and Chile Con Queso Bowl. 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 Texican Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Homemade Sopapillas | 161.1 g | 39.2 g |
| Stuffed Avocado | 16.5 g | 29.6 g |
| Chicken Fajitas 1/2 Lb | 3.8 g | 21.3 g |
| Cabrito | 0 g | 17 g |
| Homemade Tres Leches Cake | 60.1 g | 15.6 g |
| Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers | 14.5 g | 14.4 g |
| Chile Con Queso Cup | 33 g | 12.7 g |
| Chile Relleno | 22 g | 12 g |
| Mexican Coke | 16.8 g | 11.9 g |
| Steak Tampiquena | 18.9 g | 8.4 g |
| Chile Con Queso Bowl | 52.2 g | 5.7 g |
| Fried Ice Cream | 6.7 g | 1.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests rave about the high-quality food and perfectly portioned dishes, frequently highlighting the expertise of the helpful and knowledgeable service staff. Celebrated for an intimate setting that creates a truly memorable atmosphere, diners leave feeling thoroughly satisfied by the well-crafted menu and attentive care.
Menu
Appetizers
- Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers - $6.99: 4 red jalapenos filled with cream cheese in a crispy batter, served with sweet jalapeno jelly Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Botana Platter - $14.99: 4 jalapenos, 4 chicken taquitos, chile con queso, sour cream, guacamole salad, and pico de gallo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Avocado - $10.99: Stuffed avocado with choice of ground beef or shredded chicken, topped with spicy green chile queso Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Con Queso Cup - $6.99: Creamy yellow cheese dip served with hot tortilla chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Con Queso Bowl - $8.99: Creamy yellow cheese dip served with hot tortilla chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Beef Fajitas 1/2 Lb - $18.99: Tender marinated beef strips grilled with onions, bell peppers and tomatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fajitas 1/2 Lb - $17.99: Tender marinated chicken breast strips grilled with onions, bell peppers and tomatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Tampiquena - $21.99: Rib-eye steak in a citrus marinade, served with 1 cheese El Paso enchilada, ranchero sauce, refried beans, guacamole and pico de gallo Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cabrito - $28.99: Tender young goat roasted in herbs and spices, topped with grilled vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Relleno - $14.99: Poblano pepper stuffed with cheese and choice of meat, topped with Cozumel sauce and white cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Texas Size House Margarita - $9: 18oz frozen or on the rocks Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- House Texican Martini - $13: Tequila, orange liqueur, fresh-squeezed orange, lime, and olive juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Mexican Coke - $3.5: Bottled Mexican Coca-Cola
- Iced Tea - $2.99: Freshly brewed tea
- Domestic Beer - $4: Budweiser, Miller Lite, Coors Light, or Michelob Ultra
Desserts
- Homemade Tres Leches Cake - $7.5: Moist white cake soaked with tres leches sauce, topped with orange liqueur cream icing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Homemade Sopapillas - $5.75: Traditional Mexican puff pastry served with honey and cinnamon sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal
- Fried Ice Cream - $6.99: Crispy fried vanilla ice cream topped with pecan praline sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Texican Cafe
- Is Texican Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Texican Cafe has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Homemade Sopapillas.
- What can I eat at Texican Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Homemade Sopapillas 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 Texican Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including House Texican Martini and Texas Size House Margarita.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Texican Cafe?
- Homemade Sopapillas, at roughly 39.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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