Vegan
Fast food
Delivery
Take-out
Mexican
Catering

An all-vegan Mexican restaurant serves a large variety of dishes and beverages. Open Mon-Sat 12:00pm-9:00pm, Sun 12:00pm-8:00pm.


189 Reviews

First Review by ExploreV

KimberlyTravel

Points +24

Vegan
01 Jul 2026

Closed!!!!!

Update the status before I pay for a bus ride over

Updated from previous review on 2026-07-01

Pros: Nothing

Cons: Closed

clamchow

Points +1559

Vegan
28 Jun 2026

Great tacos

Lots of flavor. Asada was my favorite

Updated from previous review on 2026-06-28

laura8it

Points +741

Vegan
27 Jun 2026

Great happy hour!

I was in town for work and stopped over for dinner. It’s hard to go wrong with $8 margs, but the torta was the real star of the show! I added asada and it was one of the best things I’ve ever eaten! The elote was fine - nothing special - but I’ll be thinking about that sandwich for a long time!

Updated from previous review on 2026-06-27

TheLeafAndLuggage

Points +61

Vegan
18 Jun 2026

Great food and service

The food here was fantastic, we had the El Ceviche and Asada Fries.

Updated from previous review on 2026-06-18

edoyle

Points +94

Vegan
06 Jun 2026

Delicious, Unique, and Satisfying

I loved this place! There were a ton of options, all delicious, and several really interesting drinks. I had the Quesadilla Grande dipped in sauce and it was really good, especially with the green side sauce they provide. I also had a Butterfly Pea Flower Horchata which was a uniquely blue version of a horchata.

Updated from previous review on 2026-06-06

Pros: Delicious Food , Unique Options, Good Atmosphere

Cons: A little small

houndmom

Points +316

Vegan
05 Jun 2026

Fast, friendly and delish

Found this spot on HC during a trip to Chicago. Scored a table at 7pm on Thursday immediately. As well as happy hour priced delights (mon-thur 5 to 8)
The Pambazo Torta was our favorite. The Soy chorizo burrito also good, but the torta stood out!
Horchata to finish off a happy tummy.
Servers all super friendly and food arrived within minutes.
Give them a try, you won't be disappointed.
Our server recommended chimichanga for next time 😀

BrianDarling

Points +20

Vegan
17 May 2026

BBB

Supper delicious. Large menu with a lot of the classic dishes. Will come again when in town

Updated from previous review on 2026-05-17

NickiSellKasper

Points +89

Vegan
04 May 2026

Yay! Delicious Vegan Mexican Food

Food and service was great! We had the nachos locos, cheese jalapeño fries, tacos (Al pastor, chimichurri, asada) and butterfly pea horchata. All were delicious- huge portions! Good thing we have a hike to the train after…

Updated from previous review on 2026-05-04

Pros: Takis Elote corn appetizer so good!!!, Mushroom and Asada Tacos, Rice, Beans and Salsa

VegeNeva

Points +132

Vegan
19 Apr 2026

Good vegan Mexican

I LOVED finding a vegan Mexican restaurant, and was pleasantly surprised at how extensive the menu was. Got the taco Tuesday deal, added an extra taco, and the watermelon agua fresca. All very good but the tacos felt a bit greasy, especially the last one I got. It was almost too greasy (but that might've been in part bc of the mushrooms). Agua fresca was really delightful. Loved the artwork/murals on the walls.

Updated from previous review on 2026-04-19

Pros: Taco Tuesday deal, Many options

Cons: Greasy tacos, Beans & rice were just okay

DianaCarter

Points +388

Vegan
12 Apr 2026

PERFECT!

Can’t wait to go back. They have the best tacos!

Updated from previous review on 2026-04-12

Pros: Large menu, Friendly staff, Lovely decor

KelliRosellFisher

Points +106

Vegan
01 Apr 2026

Absolutely amazing!

The food was delicious and fresh made to order. Lots of variety on the menu. The margaritas were excellent. Decor is really cute and the staff were really nice and helpful. Probably one of my favorite all vegan restaurants I’ve ever to.

Updated from previous review on 2026-04-01

Cowlesy

Points +27

Vegan
06 Mar 2026

OMG SOO GOOD!!!

I took the waitresses recommendations, I had the Al Pastor, the Chorizo, and the Asada tacos! So good! I also had the Elote and a Pineapple Jalapeño Marg. so full and so yummy! A must try! 💚

Updated from previous review on 2026-03-06

Pros: Tacos, Elote, Vibes

Alexmilvert

Points +271

Vegan
15 Feb 2026

Can’t miss in Chicago

I have eaten here several times and it never misses. Everything I have tried has been absolutely delicious!

Service is friendly and quick. It’s a small place so I’d recommend making reservations beforehand to be safe.

Updated from previous review on 2026-02-15

SaraConrad

Points +587

Vegan
16 Jan 2026

Good stuff

We got a bunch of tacos to share and fries! So fun. Happy for the options and the flavor.

Updated from previous review on 2026-01-16

Pros: Many options, Easy to read menu

ChloeThonus

Points +1075

Vegan
14 Jan 2026

Great tacos! A little small

So many delicious options on the menu! I've loved every taco here that I've tried. The vibes are super bright and colorful as well and service at this location is good. Smaller location.

Pros: Taco varieties and flavors!, Vibes inside

jones657

Points +47

Vegan
17 Dec 2025

Food looks pretty but is mediocre, top-tier vibes and service

I had the quesabirria:
1. Tortillas fell apart, could barely pick it up, let alone dip in the consomé. Ended up using fully fork and knife
2. The vegan cheese had the texture of... vegan cheese. Obviously not shocking, but still not good.
3. Way too salty, even for a savory dish it really overwhelmed the awesome flavors in the broth and mushrooms.

Probably 2 or 3 bites were fantastic, the rest was disappointing. Would not get the quesabirria again, but I'd definitely give a shot to some of the other things on the menu, especially those without cheese.

Pros: Fast and polite service

Cons: Quesabirria

VeganClarkGriswold

Points +33

Vegan
12 Nov 2025

Late lunch

Popped in on a recommendation from maps. Chimichanga was incredible, portions were HUGE and the NA margarita was great. Spicy but I elected for that experience.

Pros: Portions, Options, Staff

Amyladedada1

Points +942

Vegan
10 Nov 2025

Delicious

Delicious vegan Mexican food. Really glad I tried this spot since I was only in Chicago for a short visit.

Recently visit and went back…. Still delicious! They had a great taco Tuesday deal. The food came out so quickly. Can’t wait to visit again next time I’m in Chicago.

Updated from previous review on 2023-10-05

StephenTanner

Points +109

Vegan
06 Nov 2025

Delicious taco lunch

I stopped by and got the taco dinner combination (three tacos plus rice and beans). Really excellent, savory, filling meal!

Pros: Variety of flavors and textures in tacos, Funky decor

Selonyx

Points +1288

Vegan
14 Oct 2025

Probably one of the best vegan restaurants

One of the best dinners I’ve had in my travel to America would come back in a heartbeat

Staff, vibe and food was amazing and super affordable

Pros: Tasty, Cheap

lentils_af

Points +1128

Vegan
30 Sep 2025

Fantastic

I had the chimichanga. It was great. Lots of good looking stuff on the menu, it’ll be my first stop next time I come to Chicago. Mmmmmmmm

XoxoVeganGirl

Points +197

Vegan
29 Sep 2025

Best taqueria in Chicago!

Update: Andersonville location was so cute and the staff were super nice. The horchata is fantastic. We got nachos, guacamole, chips, a chimichanga (of course), and more tacos. It was really hot in the restaurant because they had the windows open on an 85-degree day, but that was the only downside. The guac was a bit overpriced at $13.50 for a small scoop, but it was super fresh. Chimichanga was extraordinary (as usual). The tacos were all incredible aside from the Baja which lacked flavor (needed more avocado) and the carnitas (which are oat-based) tasted like barley, in my husband’s opinion. The chorizo, barbacoa, asada, and al pastor tacos were tremendous. Overall, though, our second visit was phenomenal and we love supporting women-owned businesses (especially WOC!) that are 100% vegan!! Please, Penelope’s, sell your sour cream in bulk!! I will buy your entire stock!! Same for the tomatillo sauce!
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My husband and I tried this place today for lunch, and boy was it amazing! Reasonably priced, especially for such a downtown location. The texture of my chimichanga was crispy and filling, and the taste was to die for. I asked if they make their own sour cream, and the chef says he does! I knew it was too good to be store-bought. Not to mention, was this thing huge - so I’m currently eating the other half at home while I write. My husband says the tacos were extremely authentic, he was worried it was real meat for a second!

The murals throughout the restaurant are beautiful, and they play a mixture of Hispanic and American pop music. We went around 4:00pm on a Wednesday and we were the only people in there for a while, but as soon as we were leaving, the place filled up immediately! Parking is not terrible, there is street parking with a limit of 2 hours which costs about $10. They have one gender neutral bathroom in the back which is very clean.

The staff were super great and we thanked the chefs on our way out - they gave us a sweet goodbye!

My husband and I will definitely be back to try more menu items, everything looks so good!

Updated from previous review on 2025-09-29

Pros: Food, Staff, Art + culture

Cons: Music was a tiny bit loud, Hot inside 🥵

ForTheAnimals23

Points +1046

Vegan
20 Sep 2025

Bangin’ enchilada

Enchilada was super flavorful and filling. Love the elote corn. Watermelon juice was refreshing

TiannaPrichard

Points +445

Vegan
17 Sep 2025

Delicious!!

I got the enchilada plate and elote appetizer. I’ve never had a chance to try vegan elote before, so I couldn’t pass on the opportunity. The food is fantastic and the atmosphere is very cute!

PlantRich

Points +476

Vegan
14 Sep 2025

Absolutely must visit!

Loved everything about this place! How do they make such incredible queso fresco?!?!?

Pros: Quesobirria tacos, Tacos dorados!!!, Roasted corn pico de gallo

Cons: No t-shirts 🤔

wiselatina

24 Jan 2026

I asked And was told it’s FOllie your heart parmesano vegan cheese

jccoach

Points +114

Vegan
30 Aug 2025

Fantastic vegan Mexican food!!

Tasted like street food in Mexico City. Delicious tacos!!

Manjuvegan

Points +1164

Vegan
23 Aug 2025

¡Para chuparse los dedos!

Exceptional vegan Mexican restaurant. My friend and I got the quesabirrias and a taco dinner and it was all delicious. Tacos were quite filled to the top, which I appreciated because they were so good! Staff is friendly and will help you order if you’re unsure.




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