Vegan
Mexican
Gluten-free
Breakfast
Est. March 2025. The first fully vegan restaurant in Oak Lawn's history. Has a large menu including breakfast, dinner and lunch meals, appetizers, smoothies, cold pressed juices, tamales on the weekends and more. Coffee, house-made pastries, enchiladas, gorditas and more are also on offer. Always has refined sugar-free and gluten free options. Open Tue-Sun 8:00am-8:00pm.
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- Outdoor seating
- Reservations required
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
- Free Wi-Fi
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Last update on 21 Apr 2025 by ElVeganoLoco
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Added by Casandraflores on 07 Mar 2025
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17 Reviews
First Review by JeremyGrove
Vegan365
Points +57
Vegan Mexican food at its best! - Edit
Awesome service accompanied with great food!
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vegva4eva
Points +77
Fresh and delicious Mexican - Edit
We ordered Tres Tacos and Pozole. We started with the corn “ribs,” which are basically corn on the cob split into quarters lengthwise. The sauces really elevate this appetizer. The tacos were delicious; my favorite was the asada (mushroom) taco. Tacos were small, but they were delicious. Abuelita offers vegan ice cream, and the restaurant features a small apothecary shop. The location is very convenient for guests at Midway Airport hotels on Cicero Ave. (We were staying in one of those hotels)
Read morePros: Flavorful sauces, Location near Midway Airport hotels, Warm customer service
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rogeriomachado
Points +66
Very Nice vegan Mx Restaurant - Edit
Excellent and diverse menu, and the staff were very attentive.
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st3ph29
Points +30
Very fresh and flavorful - Edit
I enjoyed the flautas de papa.
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KristenRio
Points +29
Fabulous Mexican food - Edit
No junk, just deliciously healthy homemade food, like your mom made. I really enjoyed the Green Eyes smoothie, light and refreshing mint! The mushroom burrito was great, especially the homemade tortilla. Chips and salsa were fresh! The space was very nice, had a big table for large groups. And the few gifts/packaged foods were thoughtfully curated (matcha powder, chocolate bars, dried fruits, body care, rebel cheese, craft kombucha!)
Read morePros: Homemade tortillas , Ice cream, Curated gift/package food selection
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MireyaSolberg
Points +16
Hidden Gem - Edit
The Owners are so sweet, the food is delicious , I been going for the past week they personalized a drink for me.
Read moreMatcha Latte with a scoop of coffee ice cream! A must try!
Pros: Amazing Food, Ice cream , Owners and staff are welcoming and sweet!
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G_zus
Points +20
Must visit - Edit
Asada, Al pastor, corn, cookies, ice cream. All fresh, all delicious!
Read morePros: Food, Staff, Food and staff
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ilysoymatcha
Points +83
Fully vegan Mexican cafe! - Edit
I’m impressed. The food is pretty and delicious. I ordered the flautas and smoothie. I will definitely be back to try more!
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Veggie46
Points +124
Amazing - Edit
This place is fantastic! Everything was so delicious. Their home made tortillas are fire
Read morePros: Quality of food, Horchata , Friendly service
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LizOmen
Points +60
So glad to see it here - Edit
This place is amazing. It is a little more that the local Mexican spot but for what they offer its a great value! They only use the best ingredients and have healthier options . Plus homemade everything ! They also gave a plethora of teas and smoothies. So it's worth a trip even if you don't want a full meal. (Lots of gluten free options too)
Read morePros: The healthy drinks like teas and smoothies, They are so kind and friendly, Yummy food 🤤
Cons: No outdoor eating, It wasn't here 10 years ago when I worked a block
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cmc09c
Points +494
Excellent food, drinks and dessert! - Edit
Such a gem and a much needed vegan spot in the burbs! We can’t wait to make it a staple!
Read morePros: Authentic Mexican food , Cute ambience , Homemade vegan ice cream!
Cons: A little pricey (but worth it)
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CheriseJanes
Points +19
Smoothies, Ice Cream, and Entrees! - Edit
Vegan, Healthy, and no refined sugars- and so very good!!!
Read moreIf you’re going to try their ice cream, I absolutely suggest the coffee ice cream 🍨
If you’re in the mood for a smoothie, Cielito Lindo (Cute Little Sky) pineapple, banana, blue spirulina smoothie tastes as amazing as it looks!
And when they asked if I wanted to try the calamari they would be adding to the menu it was absolutely excellent 😍
The proteins/meats they use are mushrooms, coconut, and jackfruit- all perfectly seasoned- and beautifully plated
When they say they created this place to honor their grandmother they truly succeed and plus they treat you like you are a welcomed family member while you are there
Updated from previous review on 2025-05-29
Pros: No refined sugars, Flavorful foods- nothing bland here!, Compostable to-go utensils, cups, & containers
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daaanna
Points +160
Vegan burrito and chips - Edit
I liked the atmosphere. They have a wide variety of food to choose from. I ordered the burrito with birria (jackfruit) and chips with green salsa. I liked the rice and tortilla of the burrito, but the texture of the jackfruit was like pulled pork and didn't have a good flavor. The "meat" options included mushrooms and jackfruit. I wish there was an option for tofu or beans as "meat."
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-05-24
Pros: Vegan, Nice indoor seating, Compostable food containers
Cons: Expensive
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DanBeard
Points +16
Amazing, authentic, and made with love. - Edit
I can’t say enough about how fantastic the entire experience at Abuelita Coco is! The place is beautiful, the food is delicious, and every aspect of their restaurant is crafted with care and respect for tradition and the environment. Plus, the service is as fantastic as the food!! Highly recommended!!
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eaflores2333
Points +72
Lunch at Abuelita’s - Edit
The good reminded me of sitting in my abuela’s kitchen! So happy to find a vegan restaurant that tastes like home.
Read morePros: Flan, Fries, Tamales
Cons: None , None, None
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lalupitagomz
Points +584
Highly anticipated, but a bit disappointed - Edit
We have been waiting for Abuelita Coco to open since it was announced and we were finally able to visit this weekend. The food is very good overall, but we were a bit surprised that the price for everything that we ordered came out to $100 . I personally had the menudo and thought it was good, but I would have liked a bit more lime for it. I also had the horchata, which I thought was very good, especially since I haven't had it in 5 years! We also had the corn ribs, which were pretty good and unique as well. Lastly, I had the flan, which we thought was good; my best friend said it tastes like store bought flan, so I assume that it was good for her. However, the flan was $16, so that was a bit shocking. Finally, the restaurant is a bit short staffed, which is understandable, but the waiting time was quite long and we were there roughly about 2 hours. So while I think this is a wonderful place, I would likely only return here to try main dishes by themselves or for a special occasion.
Read morePros: Good food, Friendly staff + cozy environment
Cons: Expensive, Long waiting times (understaffed)
Vegan Vagabond
Sadly, these prices are everywhere anymore. Rent, salaries, produce, etc, are insane. It’s going to have an impact on prices.
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JeremyGrove
Points +27
Fresh, healthy, made from scratch - Edit
Food was delicious and healthy. No refined sugar and everything made from scratch including the tortillas. Friendly service and a great atmosphere. I had the tacos with one of each. My favorite was the Al Pastor.
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