Vegan
Mexican
Bookshop with vegan, traditional, Mexican tacos and mole. All local and organic. Serves rustic cacao and coffee too. Open Mon-Sun 12:00pm-8:00pm. Closes when fresh food is gone.
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Francisco I. Medero 108, San Cristobal De Las Casas, Mexico
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Last update on 30 Sep 2024 by MiriWallich
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Added by Laura.Li on 23 Feb 2022
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51 Reviews
First Review by Laura.Li
donteatthehomies
Points +531
Great food, lovely owner. Very affordable. - Edit
As per the title, we left full and content 😁 a must visit whilst in San Cristóbal.
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MiriWallich
Points +550
Can’t recommend enough - Edit
Must go vegan place in San Cristobal. The owner was lovely and explained all about the food and his philosophy. The food is all organic, locally sourced healthy Prehispanic style and it did not disappoint. The guacamole was the nicest I’ve ever had, and all the vegetables were delicious.
Read morePros: All you can eat, Amazing atmosphere
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aayers15
Points +80
Fantastic meal from a passionate cook! - Edit
Gerardo was so welcoming and his passion and love for food came through in each bite. Could not recommend this place more - amazing value (so much food!) and even better conversation and ambiance. Thank you, Gerardo, for all that you do!
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vero87
Points +44
Tipica acojida chiapaneca - Edit
Comida varia, simple pero muy rica, típicos sabores locales. El sitio está muy acojedor y el dueño es muy agradable y comparte mucho con los clientes, sobretodo de la politica y la historia del país. Seguramente un sitio donde ir para entender mejor la cultura chiapaneca y comer buen vegano.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-08-19
Pros: Comida organica
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hodgsonsam
Points +20
Incredible space and food. - Edit
The food was just the topping to an otherwise beautiful experience sharing stories and desires for the world over home cooked food made with love. Not to be missed.
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alebola98
Points +64
No te lo puedes perder - Edit
La comida es simplemente deliciosa, sencilla pero deliciosa; libros interesantes también y platicas buenas con gerardo
Read morePros: Mole, Guacamole, Ceviche
Cons: No es muy cómodo el asiento
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SleepyKoala
Points +33
Amazing food and experience! - Edit
ART Libreria is amazing! Gerardo makes a lot of different dishes from scratch with only local organic ingredients. We had a very nice cold cocoa drink, guacamole, beans with local herbs, fresh corn tortillas, spicy salsa, fajitas and mole (which is a must try). The setting is really nice too, it’s like a living room where Gerardo cooks, with lots of books and one big table that you share with other people. We had good chats too.
Read morePros: All vegan, local and organic , Gerardo is an inspiring host and chef
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Fatt
Points +64
Excelente comida mexicana - Edit
La comida esta muy rica, todo es súper saludable, abundante y delicioso. 100% recomendado #Veganuary
Read morePros: La comida me encantó , La atención de Gerardo
Cons: Faltan más mesas
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veganadrien
Points +136
Amazing place - Edit
It's something you have to see for yourself. The cacao is unlike anything I've had before. All organic and local.
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marinalouise
Points +368
Communal dining - Edit
The food was so good, such good value for the small price, and the owner is so nice. He makes a daily menu with such love. The guacamole is out of this world good.
Read moreThere's one big table on the floor for all customers to sit around, so it's a very social meal (could be a good thing or not!).
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jaredrd77
Points +355
OUTSTANDING - Edit
Gerardo cooks with so much love and passion. This is far from a typical dining out experience - it's like going to his house for lunch/dinner. There is a single large round table for a communal experience. He prepares the food with such care using fresh ingredients. His guacamole is amazing. And he serves organic corn tortillas. He will feed you until you are full - it's not one single dish - it's multiple dishes and all you can eat. He is saving money to buy his own land to grow his own fresh organic ingredients. Eat here! You'll be glad you did.
Read morePros: Delicious and fresh food, Cozy environment , All you can eat
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TomBuchanan
Points +161
BEST MEXICAN FOOD EVER - all you can eat vegan 🌱 - Edit
Amazing experience here and the most lovely gentleman who runs the homely and cozy restaurant. For 200 pesos we had the most tasty 3 course meal. These courses consisted of lentil soup and potatoes, followed by THE BEST guacamole 🥑, and a cacao mole with a hint of chili. There were lots of crispy tostados served to fill with the various dishes. Finished with the most delightful cacao drink that make our minds ALIVE.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-11-21
Pros: Various tasty meals , Fantastic flavour , Cozy setting and friendly service
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KellyRollings
Points +714
A delight and full bellies - Edit
We popped in to see what the menu was for the day and returned later.
Read moreBellies full for $120 pesos
We had a mix made from left lentil and broccoli soup for tacos, tostadas, tortillas, rice, hot sauce, guacamole, mole, lime water and Gerardo also whipped us up Mole to try.
We enjoyed the conversation and insight into his life, plus what he hopes to achieve through healthy organic vegan food.
Pros: Great host, Won’t need to eat all day after , Mole and guacamole were mi favorita
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YossiErgas
Points +119
Vegan workshops and good meals - Edit
Amazing and homely restaurant, we are a couple and we were here at a vegan cheese workshop that was very exciting and enjoyable and very tasty! We ate here couple of times, it's really special and local, high quality vegan meals!
Read morePros: Very nice Vegan cooking workshops, Special and tasty meals, pay same price no matter how much food you take
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JoeMorley
Points +18
Incredible!! Best food in San Cris - Edit
We had a delicious meal here - the best food we’ve had in San Cristobal!
Read moreGerardo is so nice and so knowledgeable, as well as so passionate about his food, which is delicious 🤩
I absolutely recommend everybody to come here - unmissable!!
Pros: Delicious food, Great atmosphere, Lovely host
Cons: None
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ÉtienneParenteau
Points +11
Wow! - Edit
Nourriture à volonté, art et bas prix, ce petit resto à tout pour plaire. Le propriétaire est très sympathique et vous jouera même ses compositions au piano.
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rbiddle
Points +50
Great food, great mission, great owner - Edit
The food was amazing, some of the best tacos I’ve had in Mexico, all organic and a great bookshop, he even played the piano whilst we ate our food, coming back soon!
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TaylorWalker
Points +260
Great food, friendly owner - Edit
Art Librería is a must visit if you’re in San Cristobal. The owner was very friendly, the food was great, no chemicals and all the ingredients were sourced from Chiapas.
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Man thanks, I think you gane back next day, when the dios Is finish I clóset, I tray yo me fresh every day. Kind Regards
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Tammysaint
Points +16
Most incredible, memorable night - Edit
I can’t reccomend this gem more. I’ve been travelling for months and this evening stood out above anything I’ve ever had. The food was absolutely sensational, the space was so intimate and special, a single large round table which we all sat around. The host chatted to us whilst he cooked, telling us about his inspring life, and then played some piano as we ate. He used to be a professional pianist so the music was beautiful. It’s such a unique space, decorated amazingly and just the opposite to a normal restaurant. Don’t hesitate, go go go
Read morePros: Entertainment - live piano, Sensational food , Kind, friendly and special host
Cons: Not being able to go back!
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groen
Points +469
Local and healthy vegan food - Edit
I’m glad we visited this place, we had a lovely vegan menu: lentil soup, taco’s and guacamole. The host is very friendly and likes to play the piano.
Read morePros: Healthy vegan food, Fresh local produce
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OscarLang
Points +96
Must see - Edit
Hearty, simple, filling delicious food at a good price! Nothing pretentious and everything is delicious and authentic. Super friendly host who knows lots about the area
Read moreAnd good music too!
Pros: 100% vegan, organic, local , Good price , Friendly atmosphere
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terrasara
Points +30
Wow. - Edit
I’ve travelled the world as a vegan and this has got to be one of the most unique and special places I’ve stumbled upon. In the middle of the small place is one table where a group was already eating. Gerardo, the owner and chef welcomed us and told us to sit down and join them, immediately serving us delicious homemade soup made exclusively from produce from his and his friends gardens. He told us it was all we could eat soup and fresh guacamole made from his avocados for not even $7!!!!!! We made friends with the people we sat with as we shared life stories and Gerardo told us about his life and his permaculture knowledge. He’s truly doing something revolutionary at this place; the fact that the food was absolutely delicious and fresh was an added bonus!! I can’t recommend this place enough.
Read morePros: Amazing fresh food straight from the source, Kind owner, Cheap
Cons: NONE!
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Yes!2Success
Points +16
Easily One of the Top 3 Restaurant Experiences I've ever had. - Edit
Gererdo is a gracious, kind and generous host. He wants to make sure You're comfortable and well taken care of. It's like sitting at the Chef's Table. All the Food is made in front of You and everything is Organic. If he doesn't grow it himself he sources it from his local Permaculture Community.
Read moreThe Food was absolutely delicious. He served Me 3 Bowls of Hearty Squash Soup and 2 Bowls of Guacamole. I had all I could eat tostdos and their was some fiery spicy peppers on the side.
If Your visiting San Cristobal I would highly recommend. Its a hole in the wall, so keep Your eyes peeled!
Pros: Food = Flavorful, Organic and Made in Front of You, Host is Welcoming and aims to please w/o pushing., Quaint, Intimate and Immersive Atmosphere
Cons: N/A, N/A, N/A
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Jules_Stroot
Points +13
Yum - Edit
Such a nice interactive eating experience! Gerardo won’t let you leave if you’re still hungry, you pay for your meal and eat as much more as you’d like. So delicious and all vegan.
Read morePros: All vegan
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ninat
Points +93
Really delicious and healthy! - Edit
If you’re looking for a whole food plant based meal, this is the place. I had a lentil soup which was really delicious. And the owner is very kind and friendly!
Read morePros: All vegan and delicious , Healthy - whole food plant based, Very lovely owner
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emiana
Points +695
Delicious local food - Edit
Delicious home made, organic food and all you can eat (large portion to begin with anyway). The owner is a long-time vegan and extremely warm, welcoming and affable. There’s a nice collection of books too. We loved it and it was nice to sit at a communal table with other travellers.
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oghalps
Points +132
Super fresh vegan feast - Edit
Go for the all-you-can-eat vegan guacamole and daily dish, stay for the lovely vibes and conversation. Gerardo is my hero
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