Taco Del Mar – Fresh Mex Options for Dairy-Free & Vegan Diners

Updated February 2022! Taco Del Mar is a Mexican fast casual chain that spans the U.S. and Canada. They have a great build-your-own Burrito, Bowl, Tacos, Taco Salad, or Enchilada model that makes it easy for special diet needs. Our dairy-free guide below breaks it down for easy ordering, and includes allergen notes, gluten-free options, and vegan choices.

Taco Del Mar Dairy-Free Menu Guide with Allergen & Vegan Options

Allergen Notes: It does not appear that Taco Del Mar uses any peanut ingredients, and the only items that contain tree nuts are their cookies (which are not dairy free). We’ve labeled items containing egg, soy, and/or wheat below. Any items not labeled with wheat are listed on their gluten-free menu.

Vegan Options: All non-meat, non-egg items listed below are vegan-friendly, except for the Enchilada Sauce. Vegans should skip the enchiladas and wet burritos. For the “protein” select menu items have Beyond Meat as an option, or you can order the Veggie/Vegan option. The latter adds guacamole (at no extra charge) in place of the protein.

Build Your Own

• Burrito (contains wheat)
• Mondito Burrito (contains wheat)
• Wet Burrito (topped with enchilada sauce) (contains wheat)
• Burrito Bowl
• Tacos
• Taco Salad (contains wheat)
• Nachos (sorry, no cheese!)
• Enchilada Platter (contains wheat)

Heads Up! All of the above are delicious without dairy! Skip the cheese and sour cream toppers, and use the guides below to pick your proteins, toppings, and sauces. We do not yet know if the new Tortilla Soup is dairy-free. The Fish Tacos do contain milk.

Tortilla Products

• Corn Tortillas
• Flour Tortillas (contains wheat)
• Spinach Tortillas (contains wheat)
• Tomato Basil Tortillas (contains wheat)
• Whole Wheat Tortillas (contains wheat)
• Tortilla Chips
• Taco Salad Shell (contains wheat)
• Taco Shell

Proteins

• Beyond Meat (vegan)
• Carnitas Pork
• Chicken
• Ground Beef (contains soy)
• Shredded Beef
• Shrimp (contains soy)
• Steak

Heads Up! The Eggs, Fish, and Lobster and Seafood blend at Taco Del Mar contain milk. If breakfast is served at your location, the Chorizo Sausage and Jalapeno Bacon are made without dairy.

Rice & Beans

• Mexican Seasoned Rice
• Black Beans
• Pinto Beans
• Refried Beans

Other Toppings

• Black Olives
• Cabbage
• Chopped Onions
• Chopped Tomatoes
• Cilantro
• Jalapeno Peppers
• Lettuce
• Lime Wedge
• Serrano Peppers

Sauces & Dressing

• Baja White Sauce (contains egg)
• Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette
• Enchilada Sauce (contains soy)
• Guacamole
• Mayonnaise (contains egg)
• Black Bean & Corn Salsa
• Chipotle Salsa
• Corn Salsa
• Habanero Salsa
• Mango Salsa (contains wheat)
• Pico de Gallo
• Reaper Salsa
• Roasted Chipotle Salsa
• Tomatillo Salsa
• Verde Salsa

Heads Up! Salsa options may vary by location. Taco Del Mar states their Mango Salsa contains wheat, but that it is gluten-free on their gluten-free guide.

Sides

• Chips & Guacamole
• Chips & Salsa
• Rice & Beans (with Pinto, Black, or Refried)
• Breakfast Potatoes

Dessert

Heads Up! The allergen chart lists the “Oreo Brownie” as dairy-free (but containing eggs, soy, and wheat). However, the brownie currently available is not an Oreo Brownie. We are confirming the ingredients. The Churros (where available) and all Cookies at Taco del Mar contain milk.

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 Taco Del Mar

Their are over 250 Taco Del Mar locations in the U.S. and Canada, primarily in the West. See the website below for addresses, hours, and online ordering.

Website: www.tacodelmar.com

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