{"id":27208,"date":"2022-10-06T02:37:07","date_gmt":"2022-10-06T09:37:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/?p=27208"},"modified":"2024-05-22T22:42:54","modified_gmt":"2024-05-23T05:42:54","slug":"5-must-eat-vegan-dishes-in-mexico-and-where-to-find-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/5-must-eat-vegan-dishes-in-mexico-and-where-to-find-them\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Must-Eat Vegan Dishes in Mexico (and Where to Find Them)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;\" class=\"sharethis-inline-share-buttons\" ><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Must-Eat-Vegan-Dishes-in-Mexico-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Must-Eat Vegan Dishes in Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-27209\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Must-Eat-Vegan-Dishes-in-Mexico-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Must-Eat-Vegan-Dishes-in-Mexico-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Must-Eat-Vegan-Dishes-in-Mexico-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Must-Eat-Vegan-Dishes-in-Mexico-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Must-Eat-Vegan-Dishes-in-Mexico-2048x1024.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Must-Eat-Vegan-Dishes-in-Mexico-1080x540.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>5 Must-Eat Vegan Dishes in Mexico (and Where to Find Them)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mexican food is one of the most beloved cuisines throughout the world. Today&#8217;s dishes from Mexico are influenced by the rich foundations of the ancient Mayans and Aztecs to more recent European and Caribbean techniques and ingredients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While you might initially expect Mexican food to be meat-heavy, many dishes are naturally veggie-based or can easily use plants as flavourful meat substitutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re planning a trip to this diverse, fascinating (and delicious) country, here are some must-try dishes and 100% vegan restaurants to visit throughout Mexico.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Staying closer to home? You&#8217;ll also find ideas to bring an authentic flavour of Mexico to your own kitchen.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>1. Ensenada-style tacos<\/em><\/strong><br><em>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/reviews\/paxil-mexico-city-267569?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog_post_name\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Paxil<\/a><\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/reviews\/paxil-mexico-city-267569?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog_post_name\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Paxil-Tacos-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27213\" style=\"width:559px;height:559px\" width=\"559\" height=\"559\" title=\"traditional vegan dishes in Mexico\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Paxil-Tacos-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Paxil-Tacos-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Paxil-Tacos-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Paxil-Tacos-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Paxil-Tacos-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Paxil-Tacos-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Paxil-Tacos-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Paxil-Tacos-120x120.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 559px) 100vw, 559px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Image: Kayleigh Goodman<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Ensenada in Mexico&#8217;s state of Baja California is the home of the fish taco. But as a vegan, how can you taste one of the most popular tacos in Mexico <em>sin pescado?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/reviews\/paxil-mexico-city-267569?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog_post_name\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Paxil<\/a> in Mexico City<\/strong> has created plant-based seafood nirvana. This South Beach-styled taco stand offers a reimagined Ensenada taco filled with battered cauliflower, pico de gallo and chipotle dressing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Their inspired menu of fish-less tacos, cruelty-free tostadas, and raw &#8216;seafood&#8217; includes breadcrumbed avocado, marinated tomato &#8216;tuna&#8217; and mushroom <em>aguachile.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you&#8217;re not vegan, this place may convince you to break up with seafood and leave plenty more fish in the sea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em><strong>2. Al pastor<\/strong><\/em><br><em>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/reviews\/rancho-san-agustin-puerto-vallarta-190117?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog_post_name\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rancho San Agust\u00edn<\/a><\/em> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/reviews\/rancho-san-agustin-puerto-vallarta-190117?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog_post_name\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/al-pastor-burrito.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27214\" style=\"width:556px;height:554px\" width=\"556\" height=\"554\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/al-pastor-burrito.jpeg 760w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/al-pastor-burrito-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/al-pastor-burrito-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/al-pastor-burrito-120x120.jpeg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 556px) 100vw, 556px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Image: @<a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/members\/profile\/eric\" >eric<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter where you travel in Mexico, you can&#8217;t help seeing <em>al pastor<\/em> on the menu.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Al pastor<\/em> refers to food marinated in dried chiles, spices, pineapple juices, and a lip-staining red achiote paste. And it&#8217;s almost always topped with golden, sweet, grilled pineapple chunks that cut through the smokiness of the marinade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Traditionally pork soaks up an <em>al pastor<\/em> sauce. But this rich marinade offers plenty of opportunities to steep plant-based fillings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/reviews\/rancho-san-agustin-puerto-vallarta-190117?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog_post_name\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Rancho San Agust\u00edn<\/strong><\/a> grows jackfruit as a vehicle for <em>al pastor<\/em> flavour. You can pick up their shredded jackfruit <em>al pastor<\/em> tacos, burritos, quesadillas and volcanes from their 100%-vegan market stall, or take a pack of <em>al pastor <\/em>stew to enjoy in the comfort of your own home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>3. Mole poblano<\/em><\/strong><br><em>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/reviews\/art-libreria-san-cristobal-de-las-casas-276879?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog_post_name\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ART Libreria<\/a><\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/reviews\/art-libreria-san-cristobal-de-las-casas-276879?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog_post_name\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"559\" height=\"559\" src=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/vegan-mole.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27217\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/vegan-mole.png 559w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/vegan-mole-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/vegan-mole-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/vegan-mole-120x120.png 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 559px) 100vw, 559px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You will either love mole poblano or hate it\u2026 personally, I can&#8217;t get enough of it! But no trip to Mexico is complete without trying this mole.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The simplest way to describe mole poblano is a savoury chocolate sauce. But really, it&#8217;s far more complex than that.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sweet and smokey guajillo chillies are toasted and ground alongside fruits, nuts, seeds and fragrant spices like cinnamon and clove. They&#8217;re then simmered into a stock and melted Mexican chocolate to create a luxurious sauce that smothers faux meats, vegetables and tortillas.<br>Mole poblano originates from Puebla in Central Mexico, but you can find this mole across the republic. Say hello to Gerardo at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/reviews\/art-libreria-san-cristobal-de-las-casas-276879?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog_post_name\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ART Libreria<\/a> in San Cristobal de las Casas<\/strong> for guaranteed vegan mole and a passionate lesson on making your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>4. Tortas ahogadas<\/em><\/strong><br><em>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/reviews\/tortas-ahogadas-vega-n-guadalajara-267535?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog_post_name\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tortas Ahogadas VEGA(N)<\/a><\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/reviews\/tortas-ahogadas-vega-n-guadalajara-267535?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog_post_name\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Tortas-ahogadas.jpeg\" alt=\"Traditional local vegan dishes in Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-27218\" style=\"width:555px;height:555px\" width=\"555\" height=\"555\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Tortas-ahogadas.jpeg 1014w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Tortas-ahogadas-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Tortas-ahogadas-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Tortas-ahogadas-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Tortas-ahogadas-120x120.jpeg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 555px) 100vw, 555px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Image: @<a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/members\/profile\/RitaFi\" >RitaFi<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like many great dishes, the torta ahogada was invented by accident. Meaning <em>drowned sandwich, the<\/em> torta ahogada started life after a street vendor dropped a torta (sandwich) into his vat of spicy sauce. His customer loved the sauce so much that they decided to eat the sandwich anyway. And a trend started after the customer told others how delicious it was!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tortas are baguette-like sandwiches traditionally filled with pork<em> carnitas.<\/em> But you can enjoy vegan carnitas using soy strips, seitan or mushrooms seasoned with oregano, cumin, orange and lime. Then dip your sandwich in a tomato and arbol chilli sauce that soaks the fluffy bread.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, head to Guadalajara, the home of tortas ahogadas. You&#8217;ll find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/reviews\/tortas-ahogadas-vega-n-guadalajara-267535?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog_post_name\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Tortas Ahogadas VEGA(N)<\/strong><\/a> who specialises in recreating vegan versions of this traditional dish. Be sure to chase your sandwich down with the national drink distilled in the nearby town of Tequila!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>5. Tetelas Oaxaca<\/em><\/strong><br><em>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/reviews\/hierba-dulce-oaxaca-108703?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog_post_name\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hierba Dulce<\/a><\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/reviews\/hierba-dulce-oaxaca-108703?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog_post_name\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/tetels-oaxacas.png\" alt=\"vegan dishes in mexcio\" class=\"wp-image-27219\" style=\"width:559px;height:559px\" width=\"559\" height=\"559\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/tetels-oaxacas.png 633w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/tetels-oaxacas-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/tetels-oaxacas-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/tetels-oaxacas-120x120.png 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 559px) 100vw, 559px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Get a taste of pre-hispanic Mexican snacks with comforting tetelas. This triangle-shaped street food originates from the southwestern state of Oaxaca.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oaxaca is where much of the produce used in today&#8217;s Mexican cuisine originates, including vegan-friendly beans and corn (and chocolate!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tetelas look like a cross between a quesadilla and a samosa. Corn tortilla dough, called <em>masa,<\/em> is stuffed with refried black beans and sometimes (vegan) Oaxacan cheese. The tortilla is then folded into a triangle-shaped parcel before being cooked on a <em>comal<\/em> (clay griddle pan) for a few minutes on each side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eat tetelas with your favourite salsas for breakfast, lunch or dinner, or try them alongside more vegan Oaxacan dishes at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/reviews\/hierba-dulce-oaxaca-108703?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog_post_name\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hierba Dulce<\/a> in Oaxaca City<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Have you tried any of these local vegan dishes in Mexico? Or do you know of any other unique vegan dishes that you would add to this list? Let us know in the comments!<br><br><strong>Hope you enjoy these related articles too:<\/strong><br><strong>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/vegan-in-south-korea-happycow-complete-guide\/\" >Vegan in South Korea: HappyCow\u2019s Complete Guide<\/a><\/strong><br><strong>\u2013\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/the-worlds-10-best-vegan-ice-cream-shops\/\" ><strong>The World\u2019s 10 Best Vegan Ice Cream Shops<\/strong><\/a><br><strong>\u2013\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/10-best-vegan-ramen-restaurants-in-the-world\/\" ><strong>10 Best Vegan Ramen Restaurants in the World<\/strong><\/a><br><strong>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/5-traditional-bakrid-recipes-veganized-for-a-cruelty-free-feast\/\" >5 Traditional Bakrid Recipes Veganized for a Cruelty-Free Feast<\/a><\/strong><br><strong>\u2013<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/10-vegan-sushi-restaurants-for-your-culinary-bucket-list\/\" ><strong>10 Vegan Sushi Restaurants for Your Culinary Bucket List!<\/strong><\/a><br> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Follow us on<\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.instagram.com\/happycow\" target=\"_blank\"  rel=\"noreferrer noopener external nofollow\"><em>&nbsp;Instagram<\/em><\/a><em>,&nbsp;<\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/happycow\" target=\"_blank\"  rel=\"noreferrer noopener external nofollow\"><em>Facebook<\/em><\/a><em>,<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/happycowguide\/\" target=\"_blank\"  rel=\"noreferrer noopener external nofollow\"><em>&nbsp;Pinterest<\/em><\/a><em>, and<\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.twitter.com\/happycow\" target=\"_blank\"  rel=\"noreferrer noopener external nofollow\"><em>&nbsp;Twitter<\/em><\/a><em>&nbsp;for vegan tips, stories, guides, recipes, and a lot more. And if you\u2019re loving this content, go on and explore the rest of the<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/\" ><em>&nbsp;HappyCow blog<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br><strong><em>A little note from TeamCow:&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><em>Veganism is growing and so is HappyCow! In order to help us deliver the full functionality that the Cowmunity deserves, we\u2019ve made the choice to make the app paid again. With more resources, we can accelerate the moo-vement by better serving the Cowmunity. Share&nbsp;<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/downloadHC\" target=\"_blank\"  rel=\"noreferrer noopener external nofollow\"><em>HappyCow<\/em><\/a><em>&nbsp;with a Friend!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mexican food is one of the most beloved cuisines throughout the world. Today&#8217;s dishes from Mexico are influenced by the rich foundations of the ancient Mayans and Aztecs to more recent European and Caribbean techniques and ingredients. While you might initially expect Mexican food to be meat-heavy, many dishes are naturally veggie-based or can easily use plants as flavourful meat substitutes. If you&#8217;re planning a trip to this diverse, fascinating (and delicious) country, here are some must-try dishes and 100% vegan restaurants to visit throughout Mexico. Staying closer to home? You&#8217;ll also find ideas to bring an authentic flavour of Mexico to your own kitchen.&nbsp; 1. Ensenada-style tacosAt Paxil Ensenada in Mexico&#8217;s state of Baja California is the home of the fish taco. But as a vegan, how can you taste one of the most popular tacos in Mexico sin pescado? Fortunately, Paxil in Mexico City has created plant-based seafood nirvana. This South Beach-styled taco stand offers a reimagined Ensenada taco filled with battered cauliflower, pico de gallo and chipotle dressing.&nbsp; Their inspired menu of fish-less tacos, cruelty-free tostadas, and raw &#8216;seafood&#8217; includes breadcrumbed avocado, marinated tomato &#8216;tuna&#8217; and mushroom aguachile. 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