Updated January 2023! Despite the regional name, Moe’s Southwest Grill started in Atlanta, and I’ve never seen one in the Southwest. There also is no Moe. Moe’s is an acronym for “Musicians, Outlaws and Entertainers,” which is why they have music and art themes at their restaurants. Nevertheless, Moe’s is a favorite or build-your-own fresh Mex. And they have a big menu of options for dairy-free guests. In fact, much of their menu is dairy-free, egg-free, nut-free, and gluten-friendly. We’ve even outlined the vegan options below.
Moe’s Southwest Grill Dairy-Free Menu Guide with Allergen, Gluten & Vegan Notes
This menu guide is broken down by “build-your-own” components. Be aware of special order requirements in parentheses () next to the menu items, and see the Heads Up notes to help fill in the blanks.
Other Allergen & Dietary Notes: At last check, none of the items listed as non-dairy contained peanuts or tree nuts. We’ve noted any items below that contain egg or gluten. We’ve also noted any items that contain “allergenic” soy. Per the FDA, items made with highly refined soy oil are not considered allergenic and do not require labeling. Moe’s does use soy oil for much of their cooking. For vegan options, see the Vegan Menu Guide at the bottom of this post.
Tortillas & Bases
- Corn Tortillas
- Crispy Corn Tortillas
- Flour Tortillas (all sizes) (contains gluten)
- Romaine Lettuce
- Tortilla Chips
- Whole Grain Tortillas (contains gluten)
Heads Up! Moe’s has stated that their corn tortilla products are made without gluten, but may be fried in a shared fryer with their salad bowl, which contains gluten. That’s why their online “gluten-friendly” menu sometimes labels those products as gluten-free, but sometimes doesn’t.
Proteins
- Adobo Chicken
- Fish
- Pork Carnitas
- Steak
- Tofu (contains soy)
- White Meat Chicken (contains soy)
Heads Up! The Ground Beef at Moe’s does contain milk. Please note that their dietary and allergen filters are spotty. Their white meat chicken is dairy-free, but it is not vegan-friendly!
Rice & Other Grains
- Cilantro Lime Rice (contains soy)
- Quinoa Blend
- Seasoned Rice (contains soy)
Beans
- Black Beans (contains soy)
- Pinto Beans
Fresh Ingredients
- Cilantro
- Corn Pico (contains soy)
- Cucumbers
- Jalapenos
- Jalapenos, Pickled
- Lettuce
- Lime Wedges
- Mushrooms, Grilled
- Olives
- Onions, Diced
- Onions, Grilled
- Peppers, Grilled
- Tomatoes
Extras
- Bacon Pieces
- Guacamole
Sauces
- El Guapo Salsa
- Hard Rock and Roll Hot Sauce
- Kaiser Salsa
- Pico de Gallo
- Southwest Vinaigrette
- Space B’Green Salsa
- Tomatillo Salsa
- Tres Jalapeno Salsa
Heads Up! As expected, the Chipotle Ranch and Queso at Moe’s do contain dairy.
Soup
- Baja Enchilada Soup
Dessert
- Brownie (contains egg, gluten, soy)
- Cinnamon Chips (contains gluten, soy)
Heads Up! The Cookies at Moe’s do contain milk. Not all locations carry the dairy-free dessert options.
Moe’s Southwest Grill Vegan Menu Guide
Vegan Tortillas & Bases
- Corn Tortillas
- Crispy Corn Tortillas
- Flour Tortillas (all sizes)
- Romaine Lettuce
- Tortilla Chips
- Whole Grain Tortillas
Vegan Proteins, Beans, and Rice
- Tofu
- Black Beans
- Pinto Beans
- Cilantro Lime Rice
- Quinoa Blend
- Seasoned Rice
Vegan Fresh Ingredients
- Cilantro
- Corn Pico (contains soy)
- Cucumbers
- Jalapenos
- Jalapenos, Pickled
- Lettuce
- Lime Wedges
- Mushrooms, Grilled
- Olives
- Onions, Diced
- Onions, Grilled
- Peppers, Grilled
- Tomatoes
Vegan Sauces
- Guacamole
- El Guapo Salsa
- Hard Rock and Roll Hot Sauce
- Kaiser Salsa
- Pico de Gallo
- Southwest Vinaigrette
- Space B’Green Salsa
- Tomatillo Salsa
- Tres Jalapeno Salsa
Vegan Desserts
- Cinnamon Chips
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 Moe’s Southwest Grill
There are over 600 Moe’s restaurants in the U.S. See the website below for addresses, hours, and online ordering.
Website: www.moes.com/nutrition
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Good info
This is very good advice as someone with an egg allergy
No mushrooms or olives at Moes!!
Hello!!
I have been vegan for four years and I’ve always loved going to Bose. Recently I realized they took mushrooms and black olives off the menu! So sad because I don’t eat a lot of the other things and now it’s not worth it for me to get a burrito anymore.
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