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Lacto
Ovo
Mexican
Bakery
Non-veg
Serves meat, vegan options available. Mexican food, French bakery, art gallery, and a feminist book store. Has vegetarian dishes but ask for vegan options. Open Mon 8:00am-10:00pm, Wed-Sun 8:00am-10:00pm.
32 Reviews
First Review by BekkaTheOwl
kiwischokolade
Points +166
Solides Essen, tolle Getränke - Edit
Die Gerichte sind ganz gut als vegan ausgeschildert, ist auch sehr wichtig, da nicht alle Mitarbeitenden wissen, was vegan ist. Die Fotos der Speisekarten von Happy Cow sind nicht mehr aktuell. Das Essen letztendlich war okay, nichts außerordentlich gutes. Die Cocktails jedoch waren richtig gut.
Read morePros: Getränke
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McMallory
Points +2164
Adorable spot, came here twice - Edit
When I found this place, I hadn't noticed it on HappyCow for some reason, so had been planning to add it myself because I was so impressed.... only to find that it was here after all! This is an adorable outdoor restaurant with a mostly-vegetarian menu and a lot of good vegan options. It's a no-frills type place (their full name includes a small caveat that translates to "not gourmet food") but everything is really tasty. More than that, the vibe here is incredible. It was a great mix of locals and tourists, and it definitely attracted a politically-aware and savvy group of people, likely due to its location in a feminist and antifascist bookstore. I got to eavesdrop on a conversation where about 15 young people from a collective of some sort were getting to know each other, and several of its members were explaining veganism to the other members of the group, who were really receptive. The place just had a great welcoming vibe, not just for vegans, but for anyone who was open and tolerant.
Read moreAnd the food was good! As promised it was pretty low-frills but it was tasty and the portions were huge. The first night I ordered enfrijoladas which were excellent. The second night I got enchiladas which were good but I admit I wish they'd had vegan cheese. There are a lot of options for appetizers and dessert as well.
One of my favorite places in Merida!
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CamilaGalvez
Points +1489
De mis favoritos en Mérida - Edit
Me encanta este lugar, también para ir con gente que no es vegana.
Read moreEl sazón es deliciosos, los platillos son grandes y abundantes.
Pros: Muchas opciones veganas, Excelente sazón
Cons: No aire AC, hace mucho calor
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BettyCa
Points +125
Riquísima comida mexicana vegan - Edit
Hay muchas opciones veganas y vegetarianas con sabor mexicano , el mole delicioso ! Y súper bien servidas .
Read moreStaff atento .
Pros: Muchas opciones veganas, Comida mexicana , Cerveza , bonito jardín al aire libre
Cons: Ninguna
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AFlyGuyTravels
Points +183
Wonderful place to for vegan and non vegan friends - Edit
This cafe has the cutest chill vibe. The food is good but sometimes lacks flavor so ask for salt. I love coming here with my non vegan friends as we all have options. Has a great beer selection, best I've seen at a cafe here. Cafe runs consistent hours unlike many cafes in Merida which clothes on random days and hours.
Read moreUpdate: Since my first review the Cafe has removed some of the vegan options which were the ones that were high in protein like the vegan fajitas. The vegan options now are a bit boring and bland and contain very little vegan protein.
Updated from previous review on 2021-08-01
Pros: Nice vegan tomato soup, Great garden for dinning, English speaking staff
Cons: Sometimes food is bland, Vegan options lack protein
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liskarlett
Points +60
Muy rico - Edit
Tienen varias opciones veganas muy interesantes. El mole estaba muy rico. El lugar es muy agradable.
Read morePros: Agradable , Rico
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Pikis
Points +58
Lindo lugar con opciones vegan limitadas - Edit
Buen lugar con buen servicio y cierran tarde.
Read morePros: Buenos precios de acuerdo a la porción , Abierto en lunes hasta tarde , Lindo lugar
Cons: No suficientes opciones veganas
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Louna_imilla
Points +192
My first mole in Merida - Edit
I loved the food in this restaurant, the vibes and the environment, the service is super friendly and the craft mezcal they offered me was energizing and woke me up!
Read morePros: Plenty of vegetarian options
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MollyManriquez
Points +1884
Cool location - Edit
This place is worth going just to see it. We went around breakfast time. The pink piña was the perfect morning drink and the enchiladas were delicious.
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vegaleo
Points +101
Great meal - Edit
There were a lot of vegan options, and the ones we had were delicious! Nice ambiance and friendly staff.
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FernandaDBL
Points +48
Gorgeous! - Edit
Lots of vegan options, excellent taste and the atmosphere is cozy.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Great taste, The place is lovely
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taybs
Points +40
Nice atmosphere, disappointing food. - Edit
The enchiladas lacked flavour and our mushroom mole tasted bitter/burnt. Good vegan options on paper but need executing better as the food was quite bland which was a shame.
Read morePros: A good amount of vegan options , Nice atmosphere , Friendly staff
Cons: The vegan food we ordered was pretty tasteless , Some of the food tasted bitter/burnt , Overall pretty disappointing
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nikita999
Points +186
🌈 - Edit
Un lugar muy bello con libros increibles un espacio bello con una comida demasiado agradable
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MeretAmSo
Points +31
Imaginative, modern and hip - Edit
El Apapacho is a really fantastic spot in Mérida: they have many vegetarian and vegan options, serve water for free (!) and have an amazing variation of feminist books. The waiters were incredibly nice and fast.
Read morePros: Free Water, Bookstore, Good Food for a fair price
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bibsn
Points +961
Best food in town - Edit
There aren't many vegan restaurants in Mérida, many are already closed. So we tried El Apapacho with 'vegan options'. Best decision ever! Wonderful fresh food, nice courtyard and staff.
Read moreMeal size is good, we had a misunderstanding and ordered 4 dishes for two people 😅
They're also offering Mexican wine and Beer.
Try this restaurant!😄
Pros: Fantastic food, Fair prices , Staff speaks english/spanish
Cons: Not directly in the City center
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SibelLagerdahl
Points +85
Lots of flavours and big portions. - Edit
The mushroom mole was a flavour explosion. I wanted to try cactus too I ordered Nopales Rellenos. It stuffed with mashed potato. served with salsa verde. Authentic mexican flavours.
Read moreThe wine was great and the staff was very helpful and spoke very good english as the menu is in spanish only. Recommended.
Updated from previous review on 2022-02-05
Pros: authentic, tasty, good portions
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AxelCarmona
Points +48
Lot of vegan options - Edit
They have a many vegan/vegetarian options, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, good service and a very chill garden and it is not a very expensive place.
Read moreI ordered 'Nopal relleno', it was delicious.
El Apapacho is also a bookstore.
Pros: Lot of vegan options
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kavesapi
Points +58
Delicioso y hermoso lugar - Edit
La comida es muy rica, porciones bien servidas y el lugar es muy cálido y fresco, el servicio por parte del Mesero Ronald EXCELENTE! Nos dan fruta al llegar y colores para los niños 😊 muchas opiniones veganas
Read morePros: Enchiladas de champiñones , Pan masa madre, Arroz y frijoles
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LishMCC
Points +640
Delicious Toast! - Edit
Beautiful atmosphere!
Read moreFriendly staff!
Yummy Avocado toast!
The restaurant has a few vegan options. The food was delicious.
Pros: Beautiful Atmosphere , Friendly staff, Delicious Toast
Cons: Pink Chai Tea wasn't sweet. , It is just a personal preference.
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Gabetrav
Points +265
I wanted to lick my plate - Edit
We were a little on the edge about coming here after reading reviews, however our entire party agreed it was an excellent choice. Is the food exceptionally creative? No, but the authentic dishes did not disappoint and the flavors and presentation were on point. I absolutely loved my Mexican Soya (soy protein) Fajitas and my partner (who’s a bit of a mole expert) said the Soya Mole will have a special place in her heart. Our omnivore friends also enjoyed their plates
Read moreOver half the menu is vegan and all vegan dishes have the option to be made vegetarian by adding appropriate dairy products.
They also serve a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages — we really enjoyed the Jamaica!
MENU HERE: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bTjhDm2D9n97KXIVwe91Jmpz9p7lHZR-/view
Pros: Tasty authentic Mexican cuisine w vegan twist, Clearly labeled vegan and vegetarian options, Unique vegan desserts
Cons: Only outdoor and semi outdoor seating, They had bug spray on the table, but we had no issues with mosquitos
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LammertWesterhoff
Points +1078
Nice place and food but service not great - Edit
The place has a nice vibe to it and it's lovely to sit in their outdoor backyard area. We also liked the food and they have several vegan options which are clearly labeled on the menu.
Read moreUnfortunately the staff was a bit cold and we didn't feel as welcome as we often feel at other restaurants. Also they overcharged us a small amount and when we mentioned it politely the staff basically ignored it and didn't take it off the bill.
Updated from previous review on 2021-06-29
Pros: several labeled vegan options on menu, nice ambiance
Cons: staff could be friendlier
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chelssjh
Points +298
Lots of options but meh - Edit
I want to love this place and will certainly eat there again. The items are clearly labeled and fairly priced. However, I found the dishes kind of boring.
Read morePros: Lots of options, Clearly labeled
Cons: Lacking creativity
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lgsbloor
Points +52
Wonderful food, menu items are the same but available in all options, I had the vegan, loved it. It is on my list of fave Merida eateries - Edit
There was outdoor dining at distanced tables, great atmosphere, murals, simple and unpretentious. Staff were friendly and service was fast..
Read morePros: Excellent food
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ilsemarel
Points +114
Deliciosas enchiladas - Edit
Tiene un jardín bonito. Todos pedimos enchiladas de mole y están deliciosas. Muy bien servidas y hechas de tortillas a mano. Tienen un amplio menú vegano, y también hay varias opciones para los no veg. Al llegar te dan una jarra de agua, lo cual me pareció un buen detalle. Además el chico q nos atendió súper amable y sirven rápido. Lo recomiendo ampliamente.
Read morePros: Muchas opciones veganas , Bonito jardín
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AlanGallart
Points +68
Delicious - Edit
They easily modify almost any dish to vegan versions. Fantastic flavors, friendly staff and nice garden sitting.
Read morePros: All the above
Cons: None
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ariannabeau
Points +316
Great place to hang! - Edit
Great service! Our waiter was super sweet and extremely helpful with ensuring everything was vegan and helping us pick the most delicious thing off the menu. The atmosphere was fantastic! Beautiful murals everywhere and a great soundtrack. Our food was Devine! Definitely would recommend checking this place out while in Merida.
Read morePros: Great Service, Allows dogs, Chill vibe
Cons: Smallish portions
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Karmadawn
Points +75
Lovely place! - Edit
I absolutely love El Apapacho; I have been here twice in 4 days specifically for the mole. It is exceptionally amazing! I could eat it all day. There are plenty of Vegan options as everything that’s listed vegetarian can easily be made Vegan - let them know.
Read moreThe garden space outside is super cute and welcoming and in the baño, if you need, there are feminine products which I thought was super nice of them.
The staff is so friendly. There is a huge book selection, a clothing rack, where I bought a really nice and decently priced dress as well as really good natural soaps and other products.
This is a must visit place for sure and definitely have something with mole on it, you won’t regret it.
Pros: Amazing mole, Awesome garden space , Friendly staff; great products to buy
Cons: It’s not a completely Vegan restaurant
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