Updated February 2023! When in Honolulu, I stumbled across a popular Mexican-style, fast casual spot called Chronic Tacos. I looked them up to find out dairy-free options, and discovered they have many locations throughout the U.S. They have an allergen guide available, but it’s a little confusing and a little dated. So we dug a bit deeper to identify the current dairy-free options. We’ve also included notes for vegan diners and for other food allergic guests.
Chronic Tacos Dairy-Free Menu Guide with Vegan & Allergen Options
You can build your own burrito, tacos, salad, or bowl (with rice, chip, or fries!) at Chronic Tacos. They have just a couple preset burritos on the menu (at last check, both were dairy-free when ordered without cheese), and the rest is choose your own adventure. The dairy-free list below is followed by quick information on the vegan options (of which there are many).
Fryer Note: Chronic Tacos might use shared fryers for various menu items. If concerned about potential cross-contamination of allergens in fryers, speak with the staff about your best options.
Other Allergen & Dietary Notes: All items listed below are made without egg, peanut, tree nuts, and wheat, unless otherwise clear in the name or noted in parentheses. For vegan options, see the Vegan Menu Guide at the bottom of this post.
Burrito, Taco, and Bowl Bases
- Burrito – Flour Tortilla (contains gluten)
- Fries – French Fries
- Nachos – Tortilla Chips
- Salad – Lettuce
- Taco – Corn Tortilla
- Taco – Crispy Shell (contains gluten) (select locations)
- Taco – Flour Tortilla (contains gluten)
- Tortas – Telera Bread (contains gluten) (select locations)
- Tostada Bowl – Tostada Shell (contains gluten)
Protein Options
- Al Pastor
- Carne Asada
- Carnitas
- Plant-Based Beyond Beef
- Plant-Based Mindful Chik’n
- Pollo Asada
- Sautéed Mahi Mahi
- Sautéed Shrimp
- Shredded Beef
- Veggie (see Beans below for options)
- White Chicken
Heads Up! The Beer Battered Mahi Mahi, Beer Battered Shrimp, and Potato Taco Base at Chronic Tacos do contain dairy.
Breakfast Protein Options
- Bacon
- Carne Asada
- Chorizo
- Eggs (no cheese)
Rice
- Spanish Rice
- White Lime Rice
Beans
- Black Beans
- Pinto Beans
- Refried Beans
Toppings
- Cilantro
- Diced Onions
- Diced Tomatoes
- Fajita Veggies
- Guacamole
- Lime Wedge
- Shredded Cabbage
- Tortilla Strips
Signature Topping Styles: Chronic Tacos has three topping styles that you can choose from if you want to quick order. Here’s how to get them dairy-free:
- Street Style – Lime, onions, cilantro & salsa
- Gringo Style – Lime, lettuce, & salsa (no cheese)
- Baja Style – Lime, cabbage, pico de gallo & baja sauce (no cheese)
Sauces & Dressings
- Baja Sauce (contains egg)
- Chipotle Lime Vinaigrette
- Pico de Gallo
- Roja Salsa
- Verde Salsa
Other Sides
- Chips & Guacamole
- Chips & Salsa
- Potato Tots (verify allergens in store)
- Tortilla Soup (select locations)
Heads Up! Chronic Tacos also offers their Guacamole, Rice, Bean, Sauce, and Salsas (all listed in the sections above) as side options.
Dessert
- Churro Bites (contains egg, gluten)
Specialty Drinks
- Jamaica Juicy Whip
Heads Up! Unfortunately, the Orange and Rica Horchata Juicy Whip at Chronic Tacos contain milk.
Chronic Tacos Vegan Menu Guide
Vegan Burrito, Taco, and Bowl Bases
- Burrito – Flour Tortilla
- Fries – French Fries
- Nachos – Tortilla Chips
- Salad – Lettuce
- Taco – Corn Tortilla
- Taco – Crispy Shell (select locations)
- Taco – Flour Tortilla
- Tortas – Telera Bread (select locations)
- Tostada Bowl – Tostada Shell
Vegan Protein Options
- Black Beans
- Pinto Beans
- Plant-Based Beyond Beef
- Plant-Based Mindful Chik’n
- Refried Beans
Vegan Rice
- Spanish Rice
- White Lime Rice
Other Vegan Toppings
- Cilantro
- Diced Onions
- Diced Tomatoes
- Fajita Veggies
- Guacamole
- Lime Wedge
- Shredded Cabbage
- Tortilla Strips
Vegan Salsas & Dressing
- Chipotle Lime Vinaigrette
- Pico de Gallo
- Roja Salsa
- Verde Salsa
Other Vegan Items
- Chips & Guacamole
- Chips & Salsa
- Potato Tots
- Jamaica Juicy Whip
This Post is for Informational Purposes Only
Menus, ingredients, kitchen procedures, management, food sourcing, and restaurant protocols are subject to change at any time. Always read the menu and discuss your dietary needs with the staff before ordering. Make sure they can accommodate your situation. This post is for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as advice.
There is always a risk for potential cross-contamination of allergens in any commercial kitchen. If cross-contamination is an issue for you, always speak with the manager to ensure that your meal can be safely prepared. Listings here do not guarantee that a restaurant is safe enough for your individual needs. Only you can make that decision.
Each location of a chain restaurant has different management and staff, and some might have different owners. This means differences in processes, ingredients used, menu options, and food sourcing can occur. Always verify the safety of your order for your needs at your current location.
Where to Find Chronic Tacos
Chronic Tacos has over 50 restaurant locations in the U.S., and a few outposts in Canada and Japan. See the website below for addresses, hours, and online ordering.
Website: www.chronictacos.com
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