Xolo Taqueria – Mexican
Xolo Taqueria pulses with the vibrant energy of a modern street-side cantina, where the rhythmic chop of the cleaver and the sizzle of seasoned meats on the plancha create a lively backdrop for every meal. From the smoky depth of slow-cooked machaca to the irresistible crunch of a cheese-crusted vampiro taco, each hand-pressed tortilla carries a bold explosion of authentic spices and bright, zesty salsas. Whether savoring the earthy char of grilled mushrooms or the tender heat of chile verde, guests find themselves immersed in a soulful dining experience that celebrates the art of the perfect taco.
1916 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, California 94612 http://xolotaqueria.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Diet fit at Xolo Taqueria
Dairy-Free at Xolo Taqueria
Xolo Taqueria in Oakland has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beans & Rice, Beyond Taco (Vegan) and Chips & Salsa. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Xolo Taqueria
Xolo Taqueria in Oakland has 24 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beans & Rice, Burrito Vegetariano and Mexican Chocolate Brownie. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Xolo Taqueria
Xolo Taqueria in Oakland has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Taco de Carne Asada, Quesadilla Suiza and Pescado Taco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Xolo Taqueria
Xolo Taqueria in Oakland has 7 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beans & Rice, Beyond Taco (Vegan) and Chips & Salsa. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Xolo Taqueria
Xolo Taqueria in Oakland has 22 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beans & Rice, Burrito Vegetariano and Mexican Chocolate Brownie. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Xolo Taqueria
Xolo Taqueria in Oakland has 9 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beans & Rice, Flan and Oatmeal Raisin Cookie. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Xolo Taqueria
Xolo Taqueria in Oakland has 2 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beans & Rice and Side Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Xolo Taqueria
Xolo Taqueria in Oakland has 24 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pozole Rojo, Beans & Rice and Beef Taco. 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 Xolo Taqueria
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Pozole Rojo | 99.7 g | 68.4 g |
| Breakfast Chorizo Burrito | 73.8 g | 47.5 g |
| Pollo Taco | 29.8 g | 43.3 g |
| Vampiro Taco | 92 g | 41.8 g |
| Surf ‘n’ Turf Burrito | 104.9 g | 39.6 g |
| Pollo Burrito | 57.3 g | 39.5 g |
| Ensalada de Tacubaya | 66.6 g | 38.5 g |
| Bottled Beer | 24.3 g | 37.4 g |
| Pescado Taco | 4.4 g | 32.8 g |
| Chile Verde Burrito | 76.7 g | 31.1 g |
| Chorizo Breakfast Burrito | 4.7 g | 27.4 g |
| Taco de Carne Asada | 13 g | 26 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Tuesday
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Wednesday - Thursday
- 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM
What diners are saying
Guests rave about the outstanding food quality and fresh, appetizing flavors that define every meal, noting that the ingredients are consistently top-tier. Celebrated for its warm service and pleasant environment, reviewers highlight the welcoming atmosphere and attentive staff as key reasons they are eager to return for future visits.
Menu
Tacos
- Machaca Taco - $4.95: Shredded beef slow cooked with red bell peppers and onion, cheese, red onions Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco de Carne Asada - $5.25: Grilled steak, salsa roja, red onion, garlic, cilantro, lime Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Taco - $5.25: Crispy taco with shredded beef, cheese, cabbage, pico de gallo Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Taco - $4.95: Grilled achiote-marinated chicken thighs, avocado salsa, pickled red onions, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Verde Taco - $4.95: Pork stewed in tomatillos and chiles, diced onions, cilantro Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vampiro Taco - $4.95: Al pastor (pork), salsa ranchera, red onions, cilantro, fried cheese tortilla Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pescado Taco - $5.25: Batter fried tilapia, arbol aioli, cabbage, cilantro, lime (contains gluten) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Camarones Taco - $5.25: Batter fried shrimp, arbol aioli, cilantro, cabbage, lime Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hongos Taco - $4.95: Crimini mushrooms, cheese, tomatillo-arbol salsa, pico de gallo, avocado, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetariano Taco - $4.95: Whole pinto beans, cheese, rajas, pico de gallo, avocado Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beyond Taco (Vegan) - $5.25: Beyond meat, tomatillo arbol salsa, cumin, pickled onion, garlic, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Burritos
- Machaca Burrito - $13.5: Shredded beef slow cooked with red bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, cheese, pintos, rice Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Pollo Burrito - $13.5: Grilled achiote-marinated chicken thighs, avocado salsa, black beans, rice, cheese, tomatoes, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Verde Burrito - $13.5: Pork stewed in tomatillos and chiles, black beans, cheese, red onion, crema, cilantro Available at: dinner, lunch
- Big Ranch Burrito - $13.95: Al pastor (pork), pintos, cheese, tomatillo arbol chile salsa, rice, pico de gallo, avocado Available at: dinner, lunch
- Surf ‘n’ Turf Burrito - $13.95: Carne asada, shrimp sautéed in butter, pinto beans, rice, cheese, onions, jalapeños, garlic, parsley Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breakfast Chorizo Burrito - $13.5: Scrambled eggs, chorizo, potatoes, black beans, cheese, pickled jalapeños, cilantro Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chile Relleno Burrito - $13.95: Battered and fried poblano chile stuffed with cheese and herbs, black beans, tomato chile sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrito Vegetariano - $13.5: Zucchini, bell peppers, pinto beans, rice, cheese, cream, pico de gallo, avocado, arbol salsa Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hongos Burrito - $13.5: Sautéed crimini mushrooms, avocado salsa, black beans, rice, cheese, tomatoes, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Bean & Cheese Burrito - $7.75: Salsa verde, cheese, black beans Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Bean & Cheese Burrito - $7.75: Salsa ranchera, cheese, refried pinto beans Available at: dinner, lunch
Breakfast Burritos
- Chorizo Breakfast Burrito - $13.5: Chorizo, scrambled eggs, potatoes, black beans, cheese, pickled jalapeños, cilantro Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Kid’s Breakfast Burrito - $8.25: Eggs, black beans, cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
Xolo Specials
- Ensalada de Tacubaya - $12.5: Mixed greens, shredded red cabbage, carrots, red onion, avocado, lemon vinaigrette, roasted pumpkin seeds Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pozole Rojo - $12.5: Guajillo chile puree, hominy, diced pork, oregano, onions, cabbage, cilantro, lime, avocado Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sopa de Lima - $11.95: Tortilla soup with chicken, lime, tomato, onion, cilantro, garlic, serrano chiles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadilla Suiza - $11.75: Pollo or al pastor, avocado, cheese, sour cream, salsa de arbol, flour tortilla Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides & Snacks
- Chips & Salsa - $3.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guacamole & Chips - $11.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beans & Rice - $3.75: Choice of black beans, black beans and rice, refried pinto beans, refried pinto beans and rice, or whole pinto beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Refried Pinto Beans - $4.5: With salsa ranchera and cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadilla - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side of Rice - $3.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side Salad - $6.75 Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Churros - $7.5: Mexican doughnuts with canela and sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Flan - $7.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Mexican Chocolate Brownie - $4.75: Contains almond extract Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mexican Wedding Cookie - $3.75: Contains pecans Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Sugar Cookie - $2.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Oatmeal Raisin Cookie - $2.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Chocolate Chip Cookie - $2.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cajeta Rice Krispie Treat - $6.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Agua Fresca - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Horchata - $5
- Jarritos - $4.25
- Mexican Coca Cola - $4.25
- Coke - $2.5
- Diet Coke - $2.5
- Iced Tea - $2.25
- Bottled Beer - $6: IPA, Pacifico, Modelo, Corona
- Can of Wine - $11.5: Santa Julia Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Xolo Taqueria
- Is Xolo Taqueria dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Xolo Taqueria has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beans & Rice, Beyond Taco (Vegan) and Chips & Salsa.
- What can I eat at Xolo Taqueria on a dairy-free diet?
- Beans & Rice, Beyond Taco (Vegan) and Chips & Salsa carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Xolo Taqueria have vegan options?
- Yes. 7 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Beans & Rice and Beyond Taco (Vegan).
- What is the highest-protein dish at Xolo Taqueria?
- Pozole Rojo, at roughly 68.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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