Vegan
Organic
Beer/Wine
Delivery
Take-out
Mexican
Vegan Mexican restaurant by the owners of Cafe Gratitude. Uses produce from the owners' farm. Makes food in-house including the salsa, tamales, corn tortillas. Concise, seasonal menu. Reported closed August 2023.
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2211 Mission St (at Mission District), San Francisco, California, USA, 94110
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- Outdoor seating
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
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Last update on 31 Aug 2023 by Zombiecynthia
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Added by rebeccaj on 28 Dec 2009
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282 Reviews
First Review by alexkors
TessaWhite
Points +867
Such an amazing menu - Edit
So many flavors, been around forever and still thoroughly thriving
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MandrillusSphinx
Points +301
Worth a 20 minute wait - Edit
I came with two other vegans and we all enjoyed our food.
Read morePros: Vegan, Fun vibe, I’ll be back for the flan again
Cons: Everything was good nothing was amazing.
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Pinktoe
Points +32
Meh - Edit
Being a vegan Mexican restaurant, I really wanted to like this place. The restaurant itself is very clean and is always busy. The first time I tried the enchiladas and found them bland. The only thing I liked about the meal were the chips and beans. Thinking I just ordered wrong, I decided to give it another chance and ordered what what recommended, the Tamal but again I was disappointed with how bland it was. I really like they use organic locally sourced produce but for the price and taste, was not worth it. I just don't get the hype.
Read morePros: Organic, Vegan, Clean
Cons: Bland, Too Expensive, Overhyped
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J.J14
Points +22
Tasty 👌🏼 - Edit
Tasty Mexican Food
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Nadine2804
Points +46
Very nice - Edit
We had lunch there while visiting SF. The food was prepared with fresh ingredients and tasted great. The interior was beautiful and the staff was very nice too.
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ParisL
Points +149
Amazing food - Edit
Everything here is vegan. Makes it so easy!
Read moreI got the tacos: Three corn tortillas filled with eggplant, butternut squash and mushrooms, lettuce, pico de gallo, cilantro, onion and cashew cheese. Served with black beans. It was really really good, I'd like to try their other food sometime though too.
Since it is pricey (tacos are $17), I would definitely go back but only for special occasions or if I'm really treating myself :)
Pros: All vegan menu, Really good food, Healthy food
Cons: Expensive, Crowded, may have to wait for a table
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vegangirl22
Points +132
Great Mexican food - Edit
I really like the food here. It's delicious, filling, flavorful and creative. Definitely give it a go!
Read morePros: Great food
Cons: Expensive
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spark0
Points +130
Good food, good service, nice atmosphere - Edit
Very nice place for any time of day
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dbader13
Points +2272
The best VEGAN Mexican food ever - Edit
This restaurant is the most delicious Mexican food with generous portions and a wide range of dishes. Highly recommend! My absolute favorite!
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lizardlucas
Points +1152
Always Incredible - Edit
I lived in the bay area for about six months last year, and I can't even begin to say how many times I went to Gracias Madre. The food is incredible, although I wish they kept their empanadas on the menu longer! The cashew cheese they use for the fried cauliflower, and on a few other dishes, is absolutely delicious. The seasonal desserts are amazing, and I have never had a bad experience with the staff either. Great wine selection, too! Simply cannot say enough good things about GM.
Read moreFor those of you saying the area is sketchy - yes, if you are unfamiliar with the Mission it is not the best place to be at night. Like any big city there are some sketchy neighborhoods and I can't hold it against GM. I'm sure if they moved to Valencia rent would be much higher... It is a few blocks away from the BART so you would not be out in the streets for very long.
Pros: great food, good value
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badgirlsvegan
Points +2104
Gracias - Edit
Food was good and cool atmosphere
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bowerac
Points +26
Worth it! - Edit
Very delicious, well-made, creative dishes. We will absolutely go again!
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Johnnykt
Points +96
Big disappointment - Edit
Noisy environment with a very very strange take on communal dining (which is great everywhere but here). We were a party of 4 at a table for 6... which meant it was very awkward to have 2 people join us. Food was universally too hot (spicy) for all 4 of us. And we all like spicy food. Terrible waste. Even the bloody Mary was too spicy. Won't be back. The one in LA was pure joy. This one was expensive waste of money.
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TraveLaika
Points +495
Great food - Edit
Truly fancy Spanish/Mexican food with some great offers from 3-6PM!😉So get some friends and go for the graving! ;)
Read morePros: Lots of different options, Lovely meals :)
Cons: Service is not so personal and nice, Gets super busy all the time
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misterkinch
Points +38
Thanks, indeed! - Edit
Brunch should be taken seriously, and Gracias Madre is a haven of vegan deliciousness. My wife and I arrive right when they opened on Saturday and easily found a spot at the bar. The atmosphere was super warm and friendly, yet energetic. Our bartender brought us hibiscus tea - it was a perfect blend of sweet and sour. So incredibly refreshing. In no time at all: BEHOLD - amazing chilaquiles and a breakfast burrito covered in some sort of crack sauce worthy of prayer. Every bite was so satisfying, including my favorite: the PLANTAIN FRENCH TOAST. Dear lord - I can’t stop thinking about it. Make the trip to Gracias Madre and you won’t be disappointed.
Read morePros: Fresh options., Great atmosphere. , Classics done right.
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ajmalde
Points +47
excellent food. flan was outstanding - Edit
Clean, nice decor
Read morePros: all vegan
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FidelGastro
Points +90
MUST EAT - Edit
Gracias Madre’s service was a little slow but the wait was definitely worth it. You must have the tostada if you come here, as the crema was absolutely delicious. Also have the desserts because they are also absolutely delicious.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Delicious food, Beautiful presentation
Cons: Slow service
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hotdishsf
Points +16
Cold food - Edit
We waited for a table for 45 minutes. Both of our entrees were slightly warm. By the time we received our entrees it was 9:30 so we didn't want to send them back to get hot enchiladas. Expensive meal for the temperature and taste of the food.
Read moreCons: cold food that should be served hot
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allirae
Points +1355
Amazing! - Edit
We had dinner here and everyone enjoyed their dinner and the home salsa was incredible!!!
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100%vegan
Points +585
Deliciously yummy - Edit
Casual place, but be sure to make a reservation. It’s popular for a reason... it’s awesome. Had several dishes that we tried and all were good. Finishing the night with warm peach cobbler with cinnamon ice cream.
Read morePros: Lots of choices, Friendly staff , Quick on getting food
Cons: Had trouble with our gift card
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Xabier
Points +462
Below average mexican food - Edit
We had to wait 40' for our table, because the place was really crowded. Nice decoration and vibe, although a bit posh.
Read moreThe Quesadillas we ordered were really bland and two tiny portions; the Bowl 1 had only a little piece of chorizo and the portion itself was barely enough for a dinner.
The prices were high and in relation to the servings, excessive. So we left the table disappointed and dissatisfied.
The service was OK, albeit having been offered drinks insistently even if we clearly stated that we only wanted tap water.
Before we left the restaurant a group of mariachis made its appearance and played live music, which improved the overall impression somewhat.
Pros: Decoration and vibe, Live mariachis
Cons: Posh and expensive, Little portions, Tasteless food
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770veg
Points +3631
Ridiculously good - Edit
So authentic and a warm environment. Enjoyed a Saturday date here passing through SF. Will definitely be back. Pick anything on the menu, you can’t go wrong! And yes, the black beans are that damn good!!
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jonh
Points +160
Gracias Madre indeed! - Edit
Food was delicious. I could eat a bucket of their black beans.
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veghead007
Points +252
food is amazing - Edit
Great food and atmosphere! Freindly staff. We sat at the bar and had a great time. I recommend taking a cab though as the area wasn't nice if you are coming from north of mission.
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lildvegan
Points +25
Went for brunch, sweet potato hash was delicious! - Edit
They were out of flan so had the strawberry cheesecake, very nice & light. The neighborhood is not super safe, females traveling solo be careful.
Read moreCons: Not a very nice neighborhood
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Szia05
Points +37
Yummy! - Edit
Omnis and vegan alike enjoyed our food and service here. I would definitely go back if I lived in the area.
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VegDan
Points +115
Wonderful Mexican in San Fran - Edit
Wonderful selection of vegan Mexican food!!!
Read moreJust had a quick amount of time to come in and eat and it was so worth it!
Event the apps are wonderful!
Pros: Quick, Staff is great
Cons: Parking
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