Serves meat, vegan options available. A gothic Cuban bar with a separate vegan section in the menu. Includes Cuban black bean bowl, vegan burritos, vegan tacos, Impossible burger, BBQ jackfruit tacos and a Cuban black bean grilled cheese. Indoor and outdoor seating plus a game room with pinball, pool, and other games. Open Tue-Sat 12:00pm-2:00am. Closed Sun-Mon.
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5240 South Tacoma Way (at 54th St), Tacoma, Washington, USA, 98409
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- Outdoor seating
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
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Added by emilycarlson on 22 May 2019
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25 Reviews
First Review by emilycarlson
tylerlikesvegetables
Points +50
Wish I could give more stars! - Edit
Tons of super tasty vegan options, very friendly bar and waitstaff, and big portions of food. Even if the decor isn’t your thing - the food is great. Wish I lived closer.
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alinasierra
Points +162
Never disappoints - actually 5 stars! - Edit
Hands down one of my favorite vegan menus in the area. Their quality, portions, flavor, and price never miss, regardless if you’re dining in or ordering to go.
Read morePros: Vegan menu (multiple options!), Consistent quality, Parking available
Cons: Closed Sunday & Monday (common for the area)
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Richards_E.C.
Points +752
Take me to church! - Edit
The Church Cantina
Read moreA bar with quite a few Vegan options (more than I expected). Has a very gothic and authentic personally, parking was fortunate- but I could imagine being worse on packed days (not sure how seriously they take their signs saying “parking for x store”.
So this is what I got:
Vegan potato salad- it’s potato salad, but it’s the “best” regular potato salad I would say I had (but doesn’t beat Okinawan sweet potato salad- anyways-) simply delicious :)
Vegan Cubano- surprised me, it’s hard to describe- but it was an easy eat, yet the taste was consistent through and through if that makes sense. their was a (what I would describe as tomato-y) taste in there that was the taste as opposed to getting a taste of the meat and ‘cheese’. Was pretty good nonetheless. I liked the presentation as well
krunchy Vegan- this one stole the show, whether the crunch wrap being something I never see in vegan cuisine, but they did it very well. Tasty, spicy, worth it!
Service was cool, can’t complain. I thought the preparation was appropriately quick and presentable. I enjoyed the food and experience- it was very good. Washington- you got finally got a 4 out of me. Worth trying if you are here to visit like myself.
Pros: Tasty, Presentation and authenticity of the place, Options
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loreleve
Points +304
Vegan Not-Cho’s - Edit
100% recommend the vegan nachos. Was glad to see that there were vegan and gluten free options on the menu. Cool place to hang out and have some eats and drinks with friends.
Read morePros: Vegan and gluten free options
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DoctorVeg
Points +84
Good vegan options amidst fun decor - Edit
Come for the decor, stay for the food. Not a lot to add to the other reviews . There are a handful of varied vegan options that appear to rotate over time. Service was really great, food was good, prices were fine.
Read morePros: Service, Ambiance, Food
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JenReneDiLoreto
Points +20
Great vegan choices. Should be 5 stars - Edit
The atmosphere was something else. We had so much fun checking the place out. The food was amazing!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-03-27
Pros: The vegan menu , The atmosphere , The games
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FrancescaTorres
Points +107
Actually 5 Stars - Edit
Possibly the best vegan Mexican I've had. The crunch wrap was perfect! I can't believe HappyCow won't let me rate 5 Stars. Good prices too, and great pinball choices. Food came out fast & was less than 30 for two humans.
Read morePros: The food, The food, The price
Cons: None.
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rachelandmichael
Points +393
5 Stars - Edit
Like everybody else I agree this is a vegan options place that earns a five star review. We have been twice now. First was a split Krunchy and Nachos, both were awesome and great portion sizes. Second time we did the French toast and Nachos, kids of course went regular menu which they really enjoyed. We ended up with same bartender both times and she was awesome.
Read morePros: Multiple Vegan options without special ordering, Staff , Portions to price
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beforethecoffin
Points +32
So good!!! - Edit
Unfortunately it doesn’t give 5 stars to a not all vegan or vegetarian place but it deserves five stars. They’re amazing. Good vibes.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Goth, Vegan French toast
Cons: None
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VegaanKitty
Points +32
Great place! - Edit
I would give 5 stars but Happy Cow won't let me unless the place is 100% Plant based. I will still give you 5 stars here.The food is good and a lot of vegan options. I love love love their black bean bowl, rice, and fried plantains! Love the music references on their menu. If you reference Depeche Mode in a menu, I become an instant fan.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-09-01
Pros: Good location and great food. Specials of the day., Hearse parked in the parking lot, Fried plantains are amazing
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CactusCooler
Points +375
Pretty good - Edit
I got the breakfast burrito and loved it -the queso was the star of the dish. Other folks in the group got the bbq jackfruit burrito and didn’t love it, the beans were really seasoned with cumin and could’ve had a lot less. The mango slaw on it was delish! Wish they wouldn’t use the field roast chorizo so much in their dishes though, lots of better chorizos out there (both texture and flavor wise)
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Cool vibes , Ski ball
Cons: Lots of the same ingredients used in dishes
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bEzz
Points +1753
Creative Vegan Fare - Edit
Separate vegan menu with a large variety of thoughtfully crafted entrees for brunch, lunch, and dinner. A real stand out in Tacoma.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Creative flavors and ingredients , Cool atmosphere
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AlexWheeler
Points +50
Meh - Edit
I'm happy they have vegan options; it would be better if they put more thought into the menu because I think you could do a lot more with vegan Cuban food. The atmosphere is really unique and very cool. The service is also always really great.
Read morePros: Clearly marked vegan menu , Awesome atmosphere , Great service
Cons: Menu doesn't vary much
JeffMuehlbauer
They offer 10 vegan entrees and multiple appetizers that can be veganized. They also recently updated the menu and added new vegan entrees. To say that the menu doesn’t have a variety of vegan options is just dishonest.
Read moreAlexWheeler
Ok dude lol
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AK665
Points +103
Delicious Vegan Options - Edit
Such a cool, spooky vibe with plenty of delicious vegan options! If you love the Halloween, horror, spooky vibe, this is a must go to!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options!
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JenniferKercher
Points +48
Vegan section on their menu! - Edit
This place is adorable, and they have a vegan section on their menu. I got a grilled cheese with sweet potato fries, and they were delicious.
Read moreI have a dairy and egg allergy, so trying new places is always scary. I can report they were great about cross contamination!
I'm definitely going back.
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Zannabanana
Points +25
Amazing vegan menu items! - Edit
Driving through and hangry! We found on Happy Cow and what a gem! Had to be one of the best burritos I’ve ever had. Fresh ingredients and well seasoned. Bring a friend, that burrito is a big one!
Read morePros: Delicious burrito and tacos, Friendly service , Food well spiced, very fresh
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ieshapaige
Points +24
Great spot - Edit
The staff was amazing and the place was really neat. I got the burrito and it was really good and fresh tasting!!
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elijahbarone
Points +52
BIG portions - Edit
Decor aside, the food portions are insane. I got the vegan burrito for like 10 bucks and it is a fork and knife two meal ordeal. Guac wasn’t even extra! I wanted the bbq jackfruit but I knew I wasn’t that hungry, I can only imagine it to be even more filling. I swallow burritos normally, but this thing was a BEAST! Yummy rice, beans, and sweetum taters, very filling.
Read moreMy wife (vegetarian) got the nachos without meat and those were massive too. Lunch dinner status!
Also I’m big on horror so the decor was perfect for me. If you’re averse to spooky goth macabre whatever then maybe get food to go…but face your fears cus the grub is worth it!
Pros: Clearly labeled vegan menu, Goth af , Pinball!
Cons: No graveyard for me to be buried in, I wasn’t allowed to sleep in the coffin, Skeletons not made from real bones
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Catladyeatsvegan
Points +113
My new fav spot in Tacoma - Edit
I love everything about this place. Definitely has that divey vibe you expect from a goth bar, but the food and drinks are top notch. I got the vegan burrito, which did not disappoint. Prices are good and the portions are large. In addition to the amazing food and beverages, the staff was great and the service was quick. Will definitely make this my new must go spot every time I visit Tacoma.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-05-30
Pros: Excellent vegan options , Outdoor seating, Chill vibe
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GeneO
Points +264
Amazing burritos! - Edit
I stopped in here while visiting Tacoma and had a great cocktail and one of the best burritos ever!! I’m writing this as I’m sitting here and deciding whether to get the vegan crepe, which sounds amazing, but I’m pretty stuffed after that burrito!
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dataleek
Points +230
Yummy vegan burritos - Edit
Large portions and tasty sauces.
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jradtke1
Points +56
Great food, good vegan menu. - Edit
We liked everything we ate, friendly staff fun atmosphere plenty of parking.
Read moreHighly recommended.
Pros: Fast service , Pool table
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MysoreDon
Points +80
A Gem - Edit
Wonderful Cuban fusion. Plenty of vegan options and cozy authentic atmosphere!
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DemiM97
Points +21
I’d give 5 starts if I could. - Edit
Delicious food. You won’t be disappointed. Order the chimmichurri with your food
Read morePros: Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Delicious food
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emilycarlson
Points +107
Fun place, tasty food! - Edit
The Church Cantina has a fun atmosphere and delicious food! They had about 6 designated vegan options. They serve an impossible burger and load it up with lots of good stuff so it isn’t just a plain old burger. Prices are reasonable, but happy hour prices are even better. I grabbed a Cuban black bean bowl for $5! They also have a full bar and cocktail menu.
Read morePros: Food was great, Prices were fair, Fun environment
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