Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant (Calabacitas Tiernas), inside the La Jicara cultural space alongside a bookshop and store. Has separate vegan and vegetarian sections (some of the vegetarian dishes can be vegan by omitting the quesillo/crema from the taquitos). The clearly labeled all-vegan items include hummus (garbanzos or lentils), chile relleno of seitan, and a veggie burger. Usually has a vegetarian menu del dia which might be veganizable. Atmosphere is casual. Also has a large selection of mezcales, and Mexican beers (including Oaxacan artisanal beers). Open Mon-Sat 1:00pm-10:00pm. Closed Sun.
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42 Reviews
First Review by rellis
SinzianaK
Points +304
Lots to choose from - Edit
They have a separate vegan menu, they offer a seitan- stuffed pepper, a pasta, a salad and a burger (might have omitted something). Their menu of the day was vegetarian: a soup, tacos with salad -vegan if you omit the cheese the tiniest dessert ever, two minuscule slices of caramelised fig. The set menu was nice but not amazing. The seitan stuffed pepper and the chocolate mousse dessert were actually really good. I didn’t try the burger but it looked great on other people’s plates :). Their raspberry and pineapple water wad delicious!
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m@earthville
Points +9815
Very vegan-friendly, good vibes - Edit
As others here have noted, La Jicara offers a pleasant atmosphere and a primarily vegetarian menu with several vegan options (which are clearly indicated on the menu).
Read moreDuring our visit, the daily set menu was also all vegan, but we opted for ordering several a-la-carte items. The chili relleno was good if a bit mild, and was served with a side of grilled veggies that were more flavorful than the chili itself. The vegan hamburger was quite good. The vegan ceviche (mushroom-based) was also pretty good. The most impressive feature of our meal, though, was dessert: "orgasmo de chocolate," a deliciously rich chocolate mousse cake.
There's also a tiendita (small shop) offering a particularly appealing selection of regional sweets, snacks, and healthy staples, of which many are vegan.
We found La Jicara to be one of the best midrange options for veg*n eating in Oaxaca, and the omnivores who ate with us also liked it.
Enjoy!
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BrittanyMExplores
Points +341
Fantastic Healthy Vegan and Vegetarian Food in Oaxaca - Edit
This is a fantastic restaurant serving healthy vegetarian and vegan-friendly meals and snacks with fresh ingredients in Oaxaca.
Read moreI ate here twice during my stay, as it was less than a 5-minute walk from my hostel and they had amazing food. I tried both the vegan ceviche and the tostadas and both were delicious. The restaurant had a charming covered courtyard with tables situated in the centre and around the edges, with lots of lovely tropical plants as well. The atmosphere was quiet and the staff were friendly. The vegan options were clearly marked on the menu and there was a variety of options for both vegans and vegetarians including salads, soup, pastas (not gluten-free) and others, including tasty kombucha which was hard to find in Oaxaca.
They also had a small bookstore and a selection of local and organic natural beauty and food products and authentic chocolate bars for sale too. I recommend this restaurant to vegans and vegetarians staying in Oaxaca.
Pros: Healthy Options, Pleasant and Relaxing Atmosphere
Cons: None
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amylorelle
Points +125
Lovely little oasis with great food - Edit
Such a great space, with beautiful atmosphere and energy. Staff were very lovely, although we didn't speak much of the same language (me only English).
Read moreVegan only menu was a treat. I had the Hommus to start which was super yummy and made really well.
Along with a black coffee which was rich and local tasting. When asked, they confirmed it was from Oaxaca.
My food also came out with another extra bread plate which is great for those with big appetites and in need of a full belly.
Noticed they even had a vegan banana bread and other vegan desert options (what a treat).
Music was super chilled and the courtyard where the seating is great.
The bookstore has some really cool stuff, with local artists items like stickers and printed things.
All in all a super great find, definitely head here if you are veg or vegan as there is a lot of love here for you.
Will be back again for sure.
Pros: lots of clearly marked vegan and vego options on m
Cons: a little further up from the main area, although t
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kittylegumes
Points +40
love this place - Edit
A whole vegan section on the menu as well as vegetarian and paleo. Amazing space. Played great music. Very friendly staff. I came here several time during my trip and was never let down. A must visit for a relaxed afternoon away from the buzzing markets.
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a.caroline
Points +212
Could be good, could be bad - Edit
Even though the menu looks fenomenal, both times we went there, something was really wrong. It seems that he people in the kitchen don't bother trying things before they served them.
Read moreWe found the waitresses were not very kind either, so it took the charm off the beautiful garden-like restaurant.
The pesto was phenomenal, the ceviche was really not. You are better off drinking an artisanal beer, the aguas frescas are not very good and may be served warm.
I think this place has a lot of potential, it just needs better service.
Pros: Good varied menu, Vegetarian and vegan options, Pretty place
Cons: Too warm without fan or AC, Some of the food is staight-up poorly cooked
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instantxkarmaa
Points +109
Loved, loved, loved this place! - Edit
I absolutely loved this place. We ate here twice, and I wouldn't have minded eating here even more than that.
Read moreThe location is cute with an attached bookstore, gift store, and children's reading area. The dining room is in a courtyard type area. On our first night, they didn't have the chile relleno or the dessert we wanted, but they gave us other options. We tried the ceviche (small portion but tasty) and the veggie burger. I thought the burger was really unique and enjoyed the flavor. They gave us a slice of a vegan pie that still remains a slight mystery - it was delicious, but I have no clue what was in it except perhaps cocoa and plantains.
For our next visit, we were able to try the chiles rellenos. They came unfried, which was a totally different, healthier take than I've seen in the U.S. They were very tasty, and so was the plantain pie that followed. (It was a different pie than the previous visit, but even tastier!)
They also have a little food shop where you can buy granola, cookies, nuts, seeds, chocolate, and other small items.
Pros: Great food, Healthy options, Nice ambience
Cons: Didn't have everything on the menu, Limited options
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sachabernasconi
Points +1129
NOT Vegetarian - Edit
They advertise this place online as being vegetarian but is very far from it: they offer all kind of dead animal including a daily paleo menu. Knowing this the food is very good and there are several vegetarian and vegan options. They have a daily vegetarian menu which apparently in some days can be made vegan.
Read morePros: Nice patio restaurant
Cons: NOT VEG*N
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bonn93
Points +309
My favourite vegan food in Oaxaca - Edit
This was the best vegan food I had in Oaxaca. The restaurant has a very nice setting and atmosphere, and is right next to a lovely bookshop. The day we visited they had a vegan set menu for MX$90 which included soup, main dish (taquitos), dessert (a very small fruit dish) and tea (well supposedly...this never came but I didn't mention it because I didn't particularly want it after all that food). The soup and taquitos were really good, although the dessert was a bit underwhelming. My boyfriend had a veggie burger which was very nice. The menu has clearly marked vegan options, including one vegan dessert. They also seemed to have a large selection of beers.
Read morePros: Nice atmosphere, Clear vegan options
Cons: None
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charlieontravel
Points +111
Quite good food but not amazing - Edit
The food here is good. Ingredients are fresh and there is a lot of variety and different kinds of dishes on the menu. But there's a lot of white bread, white pasta etc. It would be nice to have healthier wholegrain options and for there to be brown rice. The food is nice nonetheless and the menu is good for both vegetarians and vegans.
Read morePros: Veg and vegan options
Cons: No wholegrains, all white flour
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DanielaCastillo
Points +44
Excellent Food and Vegan Friendly - Edit
I was visiting Oaxaca with my boyfriend and am a long-term vegan. I really enjoyed this restaurant for the vegan menu that they offer. The hamburguesa de avena, chile relleno de picadillo de seitan and the humus dish were excellent. I am so happy that this restaurant in Oaxaca has a menu vegano and offers very tasty food. We wished that we could have stayed in Oaxaca longer to return to this great restaurant.
Read morePros: Nice location, Great vegan dishes
Cons: Serves fish, which is not vegetarian, Fish is devastating to the seas, Few vegan options
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OlsonKolb
Points +171
Delicious vegan lunch - Edit
I loved both meals I had at Calabacitas Tiernas. Both times I got the vegan ,end of the day, which includes salad, soup, entree, and a drink. Sometimes the menu of the day is vegetarian, not vegan, but they keep their Facebook up to date so you can check before you go. Even if th special isn't vegan, there are three other vegan options on the menu.
Read morePros: Excellent food, Charming courtyard
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Douja
Points +56
Great Spot - Edit
Visited twice for lunch and each time was very happy with the food and service. They have vegan days where the whole menu is vegsn but it fell on vegetarian days for me. Although they modified the menu to accomodate me. Soups are very tasty, salads and seasoning too. I loved the hot mint tea the day I happened to have a cold.
Read morePros: Tasty, Vegan friendly, Varied
Cons: The wind inside the restaurant
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blsrsuz
Points +213
Wonderful - Edit
The cook at Calabacitas is wonderful. The food is always fresh and clean. Each day her menu varies and she is very creative in her menu preparation. For 90 pesos ($7USD) you get juice, homemade bread with salsa, soup, salad, your entree, dessert and tea. Always delicious. 2 days a week she offers a vegan menu. If you are vegan, you can ask her to accommodate you on other days and she usually can.
Read moreHer door is a bit hard to find.. She hangs a green chalkboard on the door with the days menu. It is right next to a coffee shop.
Go. You will enjoy it. Vegetarian, vegan or not. Everyone enjoys her food even serious meat eaters. Try it. Only open M-F 1:30-3:30ish
Pros: Clean food, Healthy food, All homemade
Cons: Only open for lunch, Easy to walk past
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rellis
Points +42
Amazing Vegan & Vegetarian Oasis - Edit
I stumbled upon Calabacitas Tiernas as it doesn't even have a sign on the restaurant but does have a chalkboard they hang on the door daily with specials. This lunch only place offers a fixed price, five course vegan or vegetarian special lunch daily which includes bread, soup, salad, main course and desert, tea and includes a different juice drink daily. The food is amazing. Beautifully prepared, hygienic, delicious and creative. The stunningly beautiful owner is also the server and speaks perfect English and is friendly and helpful. The crowd is a mix of younger, hip, urban professionals and foreign tourists who have found their way to this vegetarian oasis. Highly recommended.
Read morePros: Delicious Food, Friendly Staff, Great Value
Cons: Needs a Better Sign
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