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Serves veganized Mexican dishes such as carne guisada de soya, bistec encebollado de soya, fajitas, enchiladas, flautas, tacos en vaso, gorditas, tamales, and ceviche. Mexican sweet breads and churro also available. Was non-veg then turned fully vegan in 2016 when the owners themselves converted to eating vegan. NOTE: Reported that some drinks may not be vegan - please verify and let HappyCow know. Open Wed-Sat 11:00am-8:00pm, Sun 10:00am-6:30pm. Closed Mon-Tue.
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Last update on 29 Jan 2025 by Vegan Vagabond
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152 Reviews
First Review by ChristinaIsBlue
Toast_Malone
Points +129
Sellouts - Edit
Was a favorite and they sold out to sell meat. Wouldn’t be such a problem if they weren’t so rude about everything and blocking everyone that opposed their views. Cowards.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-03-04
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Nayimis
Points +62
El palote panadería - Edit
Disclaimer! They are no longer just a full vegan restaurant/panadería. They sell animal meat. It’s a bummer. They only posted on their stories and not a full post to be transparent with the community. Looks like they will continue to display as if they are an only vegan restaurant.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-02-28
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firefangled
Points +194
Not Vegan -- Never Vegan - Edit
They are no longer vegan per their Instagram.
Read moreThe food they served was pretty good, if oily; but I would not recommend visiting this place due to the fact they are betraying all animals, human and nonhuman, by serving animal bodies, secretions, or byproducts as food.
Their responses via Instagram have also been very rude. They repeatedly claim "we've done more for the vegan community then (sic) most people ever will" and yet, it's the North Texas Vegans who have made their business successful by stepping up to their establishment, promoting it. bringing their friends and family to it, and handing over their hard-earned dollars to this business.
Reality check: If it weren't for vegans, you would not be as successful as you are. And veganism is not a lifestyle; it's about opposing the use and exploitation of animals. As a result, this business was NEVER truly vegan or aligned with vegan values.
Updated from previous review on 2026-02-26
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veronika_vegan
Points +217
Not a vegan place!! - Edit
They betrayed justice for profit and chose oppression. Their laughing and mocking the victims is disgraceful. Animal beings are not resources and don’t exist for human benefit. Their food always sucked too, even when they were plant based (because veganism is not a diet or lifestyle!). If I could give zero stars I would, but two is the least I can do here.👎🏼
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-02-26
Pros: Nothing!
Cons: Oppressors of animal beings, They mock the victims, Morally bankrupt
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JahleelWasser
Points +2091
Yummy - Edit
I've been here twice now. I loveeee their meat flavors.
Read moreTheir desserts are overpriced though. 10 Dollars for a piece of cheesecake is wild
Pros: Meat flavors, Options
Cons: Price
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steamedbroccoli
Points +245
Incredible!!! - Edit
The birria tacos are soooo well seasoned! I also tried one of their sweet breads with cream, which was incredible. Such a good atmosphere.
Read morePros: Unique options, Huge pastry case, Huge portions
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sarahtops93
Points +872
Idk what they put in this food… - Edit
The best 🙌🏻 vegan Mexican food I’ve had outside of Mexico 🇲🇽
Read moreCute little shop with friendly owners
Everything is amazing. You’ll leave happy and wanting a nap 😴
Pros: Authentic
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jenny203k
Points +174
Amazing all vegan Mexican foof - Edit
We were visiting Dallas from Ohio. I had the 4 tacos plate with 4 separate taco flavors. All 4 were delicious. The refried beans were the best I've ever had, I'd go back just for those! Husband had the BBQ sandwich which was also very good.
Read morePros: So many different choices all vegan!, Multiple desserts, They also sell their "meats" to take home
Cons: Only wish they were in my hometown.
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sheilab73
Points +30
So good! - Edit
Great food..so many choices including a huge dessert case. I had the gordita plate (didn’t get a pic bc I was sooo hungry)
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gooooey
Points +106
You have to go! - Edit
This was so good and so flavorful. Not busy at all and the staff were super nice. I can’t believe this entire place is vegan. There are SO many options and baked goods and to go items too. You have to make the trip!
Read morePros: Lots of options, Decent pricing, Super flavorful
Cons: None!
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TheVeggieOuters
Points +50
Many Tasty Options For Vegans - Edit
We highly recommend El Palote! Their crunchy tacos were a highlight when we visited them and they have one of the biggest menus among vegan restaurants in the metroplex while still staying within the same food category. That means you will have plenty of options when it comes to vegan mexican themed food!
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cursedandcozy
Points +276
Tex-Mex perfection - Edit
We were only in town for 1 day, and made a special point of stopping here. It did not disappoint! We got tamales, enchiladas, and desserts. And I could not get the food to my face fast enough! Gahhhd I wish we were local.
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writerlane
Points +219
Wow wow wow. - Edit
I’ve been to a couple places farther away (Denton) but El Palote is in my opinion, the best vegan Mexican food in Dallas. Just outstanding.
Read morePros: The brisket tacos, The dessert selection , The ambience
Cons: If I have to say something, needs less styrofoam, Needs more earth friendly serving stuff
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snuffpvppy444
Points +68
Most authentic vegan tacos I’ve had - Edit
I’ve been here multiple times. Their food menu doesn’t really change, but they have rotating desserts, my favorite being their blueberry cheesecake. Off the food menu, i recommend their birria tacos, they’re the most authentic I’ve had.
Read morePros: Authentic food, Their sauces are really good, Tamales on the weekend
Cons: Pan dulce are kinda dry
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Notegirlclc
Points +40
Authentic Tex-Mex - Edit
I love this place it's so on point from their bakery options to their tacos. Only con is they don't have healthy options and chips and salsa don't come with meals.
Read morePros: Best tex mex, Mex bakery, Fast
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Vegan Vagabond
Points +5645
Best BBQ I’ve ever had - Edit
I like this place’s bbq so much, I mail order their stuff to Chicago. They are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, which is odd and irritating, as I travel to Dallas for business, usually on Tuesdays. Otherwise I’d eat here far more often.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-03-11
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KevinSara
Points +22
Great little Mexican restaurant - Edit
Came here at the recommendation of a friend. Great little spot, clean and great service. I had the gorditas with barbacoa. Very tasty. The only slight negatives were that the portions could be a little bigger (I’m a big eater) and disposable plates. I’m coming back next Saturday to meet up with friends. Give the place a try! We need more good vegan restaurants!
Read morePros: Clean, Great food, Super friendly service
Cons: Smaller portions (probably okay for most)
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Scholemillers
Points +874
Wonderful! - Edit
I had a chimichanga al pastor and a slice of a sort of pudding pie. I ate too much, as the food was too tasty to stop. The chimichanga was much larger than the menu picture seemed to show. I love this place and want to go back.
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AlisonQuinn
Points +50
Inner child is very pleased - Edit
Everything was totally vegan! They offer a large selection of "meat" styles and delicious dairy free cheese and sour cream. The Nachos Norteños are heaven. Tamales were fantastic as well. And I loved the baked goods!!!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2019-01-26
Pros: Totally vegan
Cons: Addictive
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cmor15
Points +2429
100% Vegan Mexican Place - Edit
Hardly ever see a 100% vegan Mexican place so I wanted to stop in while passing through Dallas to check it out. This place was really neat. The 4 taco plate was insanely delicious. It was pretty awesome trying all the different vegan meats/marinades on each taco. Flautas and Gorditas were also really good but I'd highlyf recommend the tacos plate to get an idea what they're all about.
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paublina
Points +122
Truly amazing - Edit
I am Mexican born and raised. I’ve been vegan for 5 years. The vegan options where I currently live are not abundant (in fact they keep closing) so my husband agreed to drive us an hour to El Palote for my birthday. We went at around 2p without having eaten anything. We got a jamaica and horchata for our drinks, a torta (chicharrón con salsa), flautas, 3 tacos (barbacoa, chicharrón con salsa, and al pastor), loaded fries with al pastor, an enchilada, a tamal, menudo, concha, and a rebanada con mantequilla y azúcar. This is by far the BEST vegan Mexican food I have had since I’ve been vegan and since I moved to the US. The experience was so great, we stayed for an hour and a half because we were just savoring everything. The flavor of the barbacoa is so spot on, my husband (who is not vegan) said it was the closest to real barbacoa he’s ever had and I agree. I have no clue how they make their meats but it’s no wonder they sell them by the pound. If I had a chest freezer I’d buy 10lbs so I could always have some at home. The flavors are so great, it reminded me of home. I hadn’t had menudo in years. I hadn’t had vegan tacos that good in years. The whole experience made me want to cry. It was truly so special.
Read moreI would have paid any amount to eat here but it’s so reasonable, we spent maybe $100 for everything I listed.
Si leen estas reseñas les agradezco mucho que tengan un lugar como el suyo. Y también les agradezco que sean veganos y ofrezcan opciones que toda la gente pueda comer. Su comida es tan deliciosa que no se necesita ser vegano para apreciar el amor y respeto que le ponen a su comida. Muchas gracias.
Pros: Taste, Price, Selection
villain
Great review!
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AshKenyail
Points +3017
Just okay - Edit
I've eaten here about four times over the years. The first time I tried a meal was at a vegan or veggie food festival, and it tasted delicious. The times after that were through delivery or dine-in at the restaurant, and the meals just tasted okay. I've had their nachos, tacos, rice, and beans. While dining in, I didn't like that flies were flying inside of the glass or plastic containers where the food was. I was concerned about the cleanliness, as there was no urgency on their part to get rid of the flies.
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LivRichard
Points +15
Best vegan street tacos in dfw - Edit
Amazing authentic street tacos. They are so good you doubt it's vegan. Awesome family owned resturaunt, the al pastor taco platter is the best. I even take my omni friends/family, and they love it.
Read morePros: Al pastor taco plate, Elotes
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Vegan_Hiker_Foodie
Points +5961
Pan Dulce! - Edit
Not gonna lie, I went because of the pan dulce lol. I miss pan dulce so much so to be able to order from a case full of vegan pan dulce was amazing and we did go a little overboard lol.
Read moreFirst off, the staff was amazing. They have a lot of protein choices so we were asking about them and they offered to let us try them…so we picked out 4 and they brought samples. We liked the al pastor and the fajita the best. We got the loaded fries, the elote, and horchata. The loaded fries with the fajita protein was so good and the elote was good too but it came in a cup and did feel like it was missing something.
One complaint I did have was that our food and drink all came in styrofoam and this was for dining in too…so that was a bummer.
Pros: Helpful staff , Let us try proteins , Delicious food
Cons: Styrofoam plates and cups even for dine in
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NatalieCooper
Points +50
Best tacos of my life - Edit
The crispy chicharron was out of this world! They have the vegan meats down to a flavorful and delicious science. Also, their desserts are phenomenal! Will be going out of my way for many years to eat here for sure.
Read morePros: Many vegan meats options, Desserts, Flavor
Cons: No dislikes
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RyanBischoff
Points +316
Great place! - Edit
They’ve got everything you could hope for. Plenty of protein flavor options and everything we tried was delicious (good texture and ‘meaty’ flavor). The rice and beans are solid. Got a filling chimichanga plate and taco plate with drinks for under $40 and it’s all vegan! Very nice staff as well.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-03-09
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FelixRivera
Points +30
The only option fully veganI found in Dallas - Edit
Is a vegan Mexican restaurant. The meat is simulated with dehydrated soy, marinated in different styles. Very good and a reasonable price.
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