Plant-based restaurant with full bar featuring vegan versions of Mexican classic dishes paired with a selection of craft cocktails, beer, and wine. On the menu are shareables like nachos, guacamole, and ceviche, signature dishes like burrito grande and echiladas de calabacitas, and street tacos including 'pork al pastor' and 'baja pescado' tacos, and for dessert, chocolate pots de creme and tres leches cake. The kitchen makes vegan cheese and 'meats' in-house using ingredients like mushrooms and eggplant. Confirmed closed September 2021.
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Last update on 07 Sep 2021 by VeganWithAPassport
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Added by Erika on 05 Nov 2020
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22 Reviews
First Review by Erika
VeganWithAPassport
Points +2381
Good-ish food, cute vibe - Edit
Overall I thought my food was okay, my friend devoured her food. I had the ceviche but it was mostly just onions and therefore had a strong(er) than usual vinegary taste to it (also lacked the typical lime accent and there were no avocadoes in it which came as a surprise). Also my taco salad had quite a bit of onion and tomato compared to lettuce and seitan "chicken". The mock meat didn't taste realistic but it was still okay. I liked the cashew cream (I replaced that for vegan cheese), however, don't pour too much into your food because the flavor is strong. My vegetarian friend ordered chips and guac (they were out of the seasonal guac and brought it to us without asking if we wanted the regular guac, my friend had them remove it from the bill), and she ordered enchiladas with vegan cheese which she said were amazing. The outside patio is surprisedly boring to dine on compared to the inside which has a chill vibe to it. Also they were out of all three desserts.
Read morePros: cute restaurant, a variety of menu items
Cons: food is just okay, out of multiple dishes
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AutumnTierra
Points +1552
Wow! - Edit
Loved this place. We had takeout, but the interior is fabulous and the cocktails look amazing. I had the huge burrito. Highly recommend! I will be back to try more. My omnivore friend also really liked it and swore she couldn’t tell it was vegan.
Read morePros: Great food, All vegan, Very hip interior
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savetheginger
Points +88
Not what I expected - Edit
I got the taquitos and my partner got the chimicheese burger. Both were flaky fried flour tortilla- not what I was expecting for taquitos. Everything tasted like smoked paprika- the taquitos, fries, burger. I also got an Arnold Palmer which they did with peach tea instead of black tea- it was fine. The food was kind of one note. Next time I’d just do the nachos and drinks.
Read morePros: Beautiful plating, Drinks are well priced, Outdoor seating/ fun atmosphere
Cons: Everything is seasoned the same
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Tharbyk-C892
Points +26
Great food at a good price - Edit
This is a fun restaurant to go to on a Friday night and spend time with friends or you partner! The food choices are awesome and the staff is very friendly.
Read morePros: Lots of options, Fun atmosphere , Helpful and friendly staff
Cons: On the pricier side
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SandyHatch
Points +168
Delicious - Edit
All vegan mexican.
Read morePros: Ordered the nachos big service . Very tasty.
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RamblingRVRat
Points +42
Guac Star Rocks! - Edit
We built up an appetite from laughing so hard at comedian Anthony Rodia at Tempe Improv, so we popped in to the Guac Star Kitchen and Cantina that was next door. What a find! All freshly made tasty plant-based options, with reasonable prices, nice portions, and outstanding service by Krysta. The Smothered Burrito Grande that Dad devoured lived up to its moniker of being Big-Ass. Though still a carnivore, Mom was intrigued by several of the options but went with the portabella cheeseburger with Southwest fries. It, too, was awesome. Add in the cool music atmosphere, and Guac Star rocks. It earns one of my Rambling RV Rat 5-cheese awards! Looking forward to a return visit.
Read morePros: Freshly made foods, Exceptionally friendly and attentive service by Kr
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WillSzo
Points +84
Very Good! - Edit
Glad to have found this place. Fun vibe and good food.
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Tubajuba
Points +271
Great Addition to the Valley - Edit
We ate here last night for the first time. It has an upbeat vibe. We came for supper but it looks like a great place to come for drinks during happy hour. We had the enchiladas and the grilled guac pocket. Both were excellent. The serving sizes were just right. We finished them and had room for a shared dessert. We had the tres leches cake. It was large, maybe too large. Definitely should be shared. I had the Funky Donkey cocktail. It is a tequila version of a Moscow Mule. It was very good.
Read morePros: A vegan Mexican restaurant. , Great cocktails. , Our server, Sean.
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joanramiz
Points +27
Excellent ... delicious meal - Edit
Loved everything ... daily different all you can eat specials
Read morePros: Everything plant based, Different tasty sauces, Fabulous servers
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NatashaVanmo
Points +3598
The Cantina that happens to be a plant based restaurant - Edit
The thing here is about Margaritas and as I love tequila this plant based cantina must be my fav. They have a really good choice of cocktails that I want to try so I’m definitely coming back for more.
Read moreAbout the food started with the Sinaloa Ceviche, a mix of fresh coconut, cucumber, taro root and avocado but didn’t find any heart of palm as it was specified on the menu, also missing all the spicy and tangy flavor every ceviche must have, so it was good but not what I was expecting.
Next came the Cauliflower al pastor and it was really tasteful and spicy as the adobo it’s supposed to be.
I ordered the Chile en Nogada, a signature on the menu, but it was unavailable at the time, neither the Oaxacan pizza that apparently was a temporary dish, really shame.
Finally the desert was Churro waffle a vegan gluten free extra sweet dream! So I enjoyed my visit.
NOTE: If you want real Mexican food this is not your place.
Pros: Fully plant based , Good place and location , Fair price
Cons: Not all the menu available , Plain flavored food
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HannahJ14
Points +20
Amazing Vegan Mexican food - Edit
ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS. The nachos are huge and tasty, the white bean dip is garlicky and awesome, and the guac pocket is a little Smokey and flavorful. Highly recommend for vegans and non vegans alike.
Read morePros: Massive, tasty nachos, Smokey, delicious guac pocket, Inventive, garlicky white bean dip
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csailor
Points +989
very good - Edit
Overall tasty mexican cantina style food. Nachos were tasty, but needed a salsa of some sort with it! Their version of a crunchwrap was soooo good.
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tomrussello
Points +102
Unexpected - Edit
Great food, better service. Entertaining atmosphere. Music and the videos bring back memories. Nice.
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Vegan5_oh
Points +274
What an amazing place. The food is sooo good! - Edit
What an amazing place. The food is so good, portions are great. It’s so unique! Jackson was our server, he was awesome the place is all vegan so no need to worry about accidentally getting any cow puss in the queso. It’s one of the best places in the area for vegan food, they have music playing and music videos on the tv’s. It’s a great place, I suggest adding it to the list if you are visiting or in the area.
Read morePros: Great service, All vegan restaurant , Atmosphere is awesome, music is great
Cons: None
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Lizgraves26
Points +609
Not a lot of flavor, totally meh. - Edit
I wanted to like this place, the food was beautiful with good normal non American portions. The flavors, were just meh not a lot going on. I also got the corn elote and I couldn’t even eat it, granted I’m not big on Smokey flavors but it was a real miss for me. I don’t want to give up on this place as I appreciate full vegan restaurants and might, might try it again but doubt it.
Read morePros: Beautiful presentation, Normal portion sizes
Cons: No flavor, Bland
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longcaredonthair
Points +198
AYE PAPI - Edit
The food was beyond delicious, staff was both friendly and great (service wise) and 15/10 stars recommend coming in. Stop by, no regerts.
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christine72786
Points +604
Wonderful Experience - Edit
The food was delicious and the staff was awesome. Everyone was always checking in and making sure we always were taken care of. We cannot wait to go back!
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NoHamahon
Points +24
Really Enjoyed It!! - Edit
ALL PLANT BASED!!! Service was exceptional.
Read moreApp—Chips & dips: Great salsa, guac with pineapple...oh my! The white bean dip was so good too.
Favorites: Enchiladas hands down
2 fav tacos: El pastor & the one with Mushrooms.
Had both desserts and they were worth it!!
Not so fav was the GIANT burrito. But if you’re hungry.....seriously it’s huge.
We will return soon!
Pros: flavors, atmosphere , service
GuacStar
Thank you for the amazing 5 stars. First time we have had a negative review regarding our GIANT burrito but if it has to be a negative, I will take that it was too big. Haha. Hope you visit us again soon!
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courtney.explore
Points +126
Amazing food, atmosphere, & staff - Edit
Guacstar is such a fun and fresh place to go! The food is great and the staff is eager to hear what you enjoy and what can be improved. The menu is great and I hope to try everything!
Read morePros: All Vegan, Fun atmosphere , Fast service
GuacStar
Courtney, thank you for the 5 stars and the great pictures. Hopefully, you will come in and try everything.
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AaronMG
Points +2315
Love this place - Edit
Very attentive and friendly staff. Food is flavorful and delicious. Very happy to have a fully vegan Mexican restaurant in the area. Good place to grab some food and drinks before going out.
Read moreGuacStar
Thank you Aaron for the positive review and the kind words. Hope to see you back again soon!
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GiggleandGab
Points +18
Corporate Vegan Miss - Edit
TLDR: IF YOU AREN'T LOOKING FOR FLAVOR, THIS RESTAURANT IS PERFECT FOR YOU.
Read moreGuac Star is a complete miss. This restaurant is literally, in the manager's own words, a corporate attempt to fill a vegan void in a college town. When he came over and asked our opinion, I frankly replied it was bland and a miss. His response was that the flavor was designed to make the customer drink more and that they don't want to add too much spice or flavor because they have to please everyone. In my opinion, its not about the food at all which is unfortunate because I think there is a huge market for delicious vegan food but there was not even an attempt here honestly.
Enchiladas: Flavorless, no spices or fresh veggies anywhere?!? In a vegan place?!?!
Cauliflower side: Soggy, non fresh cauli with a random tomato sauce, bland AF al pastor and didn't add anything.
Elote: tasted like corn from a can that had been sitting out all day... literally did not imitate an Elote dish in any aspect. This is one of the "favorites".
Tacos Dorado: Tastes like Jack in the Box Tacos, zero fresh anything.
House Margs: infused with avocado pit? The manager even admitted this adds zero flavor but it's "just their thing" which explains the entire menu, pointless with a DJ booth.
I literally never write bad reviews but I am so passionate about vegan food and this just gives it a bad name. Do yourself a favor and go to an authentic Mexican restaurant and order a veg entree. Be on the lookout Scottsdale, they're coming your way soon too.
Pros: Fully Plant Based, Cheap Decent Margs
Cons: No Fresh Veggies , No flavor AT ALL, Not Authentic in any way
GuacStar
Hello GiggleandGab,
Read moreObviously, this is not the type of response we hope to hear but we appreciate your honest review of the experience that you had at our restaurant. We are expanding our menu and adjusting our recipes constantly and take to heart your opinion. If possible, we would love to have you come back to our restaurant as our guest and give us another chance to win your favor with better flavor. If you would like to take us up on this, please contact either Seth@Guacstar.com or Randy@Guacstar.com and let us know when you would like to come in. Thank you for giving us a chance and hopefully another opportunity.
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Erika
Points +2237
Wow - Edit
I am so impressed with Guacstar. For starters, all of the staff are warm and welcoming including the general manager. We had the opportunity to meet him and he was incredibly kind and receptive to feedback. The service was quick and our waitress was a gem. The food was also next level. We tried the tres salsa, house margarita, enchiladas and Baja pescado tacos. Everything was fresh and flavorful. My favorite were the enchiladas, the crema sauce mixed with their enchilada sauce was amazing. I also loved the creative mushroom “meat” for the pescado tacos. I was sad when our meal ended because it was one of the best I’ve had in a long time. I can’t wait to visit again and encourage everyone to check them out!
Read morePros: Fresh, plant-based and flavorful, Service, Cocktails
GuacStar
Erica,
Read moreThank you for the fantastic review and we are so happy to hear about your experience. We are really trying to introduce a plant-based dining experience in a whole new way. Nice to hear that we hit the mark with you and hope to see you again soon!
Guest
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