Vegan-friendly
Lacto
Fast food
Take-out
Mexican
Small Mexican fast food shop with limited seating. Huge burritos. Tacos with your choice of tofurkey sausage, roasted potatoes or chipotle tofu. Has a vegan pizza. All items can be made vegan by substituting dairy with guacamole. Open Tue-Sat 12:00pm-9:00pm.
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44 Kingsway, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, V5T 3H9
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40 Reviews
First Review by fatguts
Kwr_
Points +1030
Quirky Vancouver Spot - Edit
Don’t expect Mexican, but if you’re looking for a funky vibe and filling, comforting vegetarian food this is your spot. Veggie burritos with various fake meats (or just beans!) and can be made with vegan cheese or guacamole instead. I like the Poser or the Johnny. My boyfriend likes the one with the tofurky sausage inside. We went there twice this week and I’m pleased.
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Mooloobooloo
Points +1115
Adequate. Needs work. - Edit
I've been several times with friends, expecting it might be better each time I go. I was disappointed each time. The veggie burritos on the menu themselves are just okay - not all that flavourful, not all that different from one another, and could be better. Probably best to order without the vegan cheeze, because whatever they're using really dulls the rest of the taste.
Read moreI see some of the 5 star reviews here, and I find them surprising. The food isn't terrible here; I'm not saying that. They are in the adequate category, though, rather than amazing.
Updated from previous review on 2024-08-09
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FrancheskadelPilar
Points +639
Big servings but lacking flavour - Edit
Their burritos have is a good portion for the price (which is rare in Vancouver lol) but not that flavourful. Kind of disappointed because the reviews are so good
Read morePros: Portion , Price
Cons: Dry burritos
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Vast
Points +422
Awesome Veggie Mexican - Edit
Always a go to with late hours and fast take out service. I always get tacos since they are gf but same recipes as burritos more or less and lots of choices for fillings. Long time institution with reasonable prices. A little over the to during Covid but that seemed to have passed last few times I was there.
Read morePros: Tacos, Casual vibe, Funky and unpretentious
Cons: Closed Sundays and Mondays
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hypercubes
Points +578
Love the quirky vibe - Edit
Well, Vancouver is not known for its Mexican food, and Budgies is not anything special in that regard. But it's good comfort food, and most of all, I love the weird vibe and decorations. Check out the bottom floor!
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js-toronto
Points +1192
Big burritos!!! - Edit
I love a burrito thick enough to stand on its own! The prices at this place are fair and the burritos are good. Easy place to grab food on the run.
Read morePros: Big burritos, Good value, You don’t pay more for guac if you don’t get chees
Cons: Not a good place to sit, better takeout
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thePeterKelly
Points +13
Delighted with food & service - Edit
Ordered the "Poser", a massive burrito with veggie meat.
Read moreIt was delicious, the service was excellent and friendly.
I'll be back next time I'm in town
Pros: Portions are huge, They make a point to ask if dairy ingredients are , Service was fast and staff really nice
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GoHerOwnWay
Points +1785
Not a Daiya Cheese fan - Edit
Had the JameDog Burrito, sort of bland and the vegan cheese was daiya and personally there’s a weird taste to daiya cheese that’s not enjoyable.
Read moreReally wanted to like this place and maybe it was just the menu item I got that.
I do want to go back cause you can make a lot of items vegan and just omit any cheese.
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Lis91
Points +73
Big burritos! - Edit
All burritos, tacos, and quesadillas can be made vegan by subbing vegan cheese (no extra charge) and/or adding guacamole. Got the Jamedog and Blair Stanley. Both were massive (easily 1-2lbs or 1kg each) and delicious.
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LillyHooper
Points +338
Best burritos - Edit
Amazing options, quick service, best burrito I’ve had in Canada
Read morePros: Lots of options
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tonyakay
Points +3496
Why did it take me so long to get here?! - Edit
I just moved to Canada and multiple locals have said Budgies have the best burritos in Vancouver. These locals didn’t even know it was vegetarian! All meals can be made vegan. Cheese replacement is like a shredded Dayia or similar. Chips are good and my Live’s burrito was my fav burrito ever - the green cabbage and pickled jalapeño! Budgies has been around 18 years at this location and I only regret not visiting sooner.
Read morePros: Everything can be Ⓥ , Funky dining room spinning metal, Reasonably priced
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Heatherw1019
Points +433
Delicious burritos - Edit
Good prices and the burritos are huge and delicious. Any burritos can be made vegan.
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titstothewind
Points +478
Something for everyone! - Edit
Budgies is a great place to grab some burritos with friends, and has easy alterations for everyone’s restrictions. Also has a very cute vibe goin on in there!
Read moreTo note: Some good parks in the area to go eat your burrito in too 👌🏼
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cat_lover_41
Points +316
City Staple - Edit
Everyone knows Budgies and they've been around for ages. If you're ever looking for a big-ass burrito or to nurse a hangover in a quiet spot, everyone goes here.
Read morePros: Customizable, Relaxed Vibe, Alcohol
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AmberSunset
Points +64
You need to try it! - Edit
The serving sizes are very generous. Flavourful is great. 3 types of got sauce. Very delicious
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BradVancouver
Points +66
Clear vegan options, great chipotle sauce - Edit
The prices have gone up as time goes on, but it's decent bang for your buck.
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alex39
Points +90
Favourite burritos ever - Edit
The burritos here are seriously my favourite I’ve ever tried from anywhere. They’re super big and filling, my favourite is the Blair stanley. Staff is decent, place is small but cool to sit and eat in. Love the guac and the fact that they have vegan cheese as well as so many vegan meats. Their sauces and beans are delicious. I moved away from Vancouver more than half a year ago and I still wish that I could get budgies all the time.
Read morePros: Seriously the best burritos I've ever had , Nice chill restaurant , Huge portions for decent prices
Cons: There’s not a budgies in every city
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soyboycult
Points +94
Addicting - Edit
I love their burritos. Theyre big and delicious.
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TheVeryCraftyVegan
Points +170
Deliciously messy - Edit
We’ve eaten here a few times and are never disappointed!
Read morePros: All vegetarian, Lots of vegan substitutes , Kids menu
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JamesW76
Points +1355
fun local - Edit
some good options here. full of locals all sitting on the benches outside chatting. i enjoyed my tacos with a twist.
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Ken.thompson
Points +832
Hits the spot! - Edit
Budgies is a regular favourite of mine if I am in the area and hungry. It's not 'exceptional' taste wise, but I easily give five starts because its perfectly good, affordable, is a cool spot, and has huge portions. If you're looking for authentic Mexican or world-changing taste, go elsewhere (try the vegan options at Chancho downtown perhaps) but if you're looking to fill up with perfectly good vegetarian and vegan fare look no further than Budgies.
Read morePros: Affordable and fresh, Consistent, Perfectly tasty
Cons: Not the most flavourful, A bit 'grimy'. Fine by me, though!
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HAndie
Points +66
Hipster burrito joint - Edit
Funky place I found by total fluke, but it was a happy accident. Easy to order vegan choices, big portions, yummy sauces. If you sit in to eat, the space is cool but also a little creepy in terms of decor
Read morePros: Portion size, Unique vibe, Easy vegan options
Cons: The paintings are super creepy
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kerriLondontoVan
Points +17
big portions, ok flavour - Edit
This is an all veggie burrito joint with vegan options. It's not the biggest place inside or particularly lovely to sit in, we tend to get takeaway. There is a set menu or make your own with lots of options, just make sure you go for the options that have been marinated or are on the spicier end or there won't be a lot of flavour!
Read morePros: big portions, cheap, lots of options
Cons: some options are bland, prone to mix ups
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Nutmylk
Points +404
So great! - Edit
You want a quick pretty reasonably priced burrito? Hell yeah, come to budgies. I appreciate that they offer vegan cheese (daiya) for free. My fave is between the poser and the Henry. Get it with refried beans ! Awesome vegan “meats”. My fave place to go
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Just great
Cons: The place is pretty small, but take it to go!
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JessicaKlose
Points +552
Best burritos at a good cost - Edit
Amazing vegetarian burritos, all of which can be made vegan at no extra cost. Their gauc and hot sauces are amazing!
Read morePros: cheap, delicious, fast
Cons: serves dairy
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Shan-Shan
Points +369
Hits the spot - Edit
This is a little hole in the wall type restaurant with a bench out front and a few bar type tables inside.
Read moreI had the veganized Janedog burrito. Those garlic lime potatoes...so delicious! Very filling and inexpensive. Staff was friendly and helpful with recommendations.
Pros: friendly staff , good music , inexpensive
Cons: disposable cutlery
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samIam5
Points +37
8 thumbs up - Edit
Great selection, great taste, decent service, great price. What's not to love?
Read morePros: variety, mock meats
Cons: parking
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