Vegan
Organic
Take-out
Mexican
Fusion
Organic Mexican food restaurant by the owners of Cafe Gratitude. Most of the produce used is grown on the owners' own local farm. Food is made-in-house in its open kitchen - including the salsas, tamales, and corn tortillas. Concise seasonal menus. Open Mon-Thu 11:00am-10:00pm, Fri-Sat 11:00am-11:00pm, Sun 11:00am-10:00pm.
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8905 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, California, USA, 90291
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158 Reviews
First Review by kenvegan
HCMex
Points +388
Disgraceful to call this Mexican food - Edit
Also happycow won't let me give this a 1 star? Food and service are horrible here. Don't know why a tortilla with sweet potato also constitutes being called quesadilla? If you're in West Hollywood for a vegan dinner just drive yourself to crossroads and ordered their taquito dish. It will be miles better than anything here.
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NWatlington
Points +715
Delicious Upscale Mexican Cuisine - Edit
Highly recommended! I had the chance to try a couple of the dishes and everything was 10/10
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avokari
Points +198
Delicious Mexican cuisine - Edit
The restaurant itself is beautifully decorated, airy and inviting. They have outdoor seating and in the evening with the fireplace on it's really magical.
Read moreThe food itself was great! I most enjoyed the Queso dip. It was spicy and fresh! The gorditas and the lion's mane tacos were also delicious. I love to see Mexican cuisine elevated like this. Wide selection of delicious drinks. I definitely recommend.
Pros: Delicious menu and drinks, Good service, Beautiful decor and terrace
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Vegetate
Points +331
Perfect - Edit
This restaurant was close to our hotel and we didn't realise how amazing it was until we got there. Our server was the best😄we splurged and got a few cocktails they had seasonal ones for halloween, the ceviche to start was a highlight for me! I got the masa cakes with huitlacoche (corn fungus!!) And my partner got the lionsmane tacos - both incredible but the masa cake won the show. Tres leches cake for dessert!! Was pricey but so worth it!
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Yuna_X
Points +689
Amazing food! - Edit
We had the potato flautas, maitake mushroom fajitas, omelette, and crepes and it was all so good! We ordered online and picked it up and the whole process was very easy.
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_NathaliaSeijo
Points +297
A must! - Edit
Everything was amazing. I recommend Gorditas de Chicharrón!! 🤩
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1AP1
Points +852
Slightly less than great - Edit
Everything we've had here has been really good, but always lacking something to push it over the top. Will definitely still return.
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joechrisellis
Points +125
10/10 - Edit
Great food, great service — loved it here. Probs the best dinner we had in LA.
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AliVegan9
Points +61
Elevated Mexican - Edit
First went to GM in San Francisco over 10 years ago and it was an instant hit with my Omni husband. He asked to go again and didn’t hesitate to indulge him. For the queso and guac to start. The queso was very hearty and had a stretch like I’d never seen before. The gauc was very fresh. I let the Hubs order and we got the maitake machaca fajitas and gorditas de chicharrón… I loved the gorditas! The mushrooms were fried perfectly. I didn’t have much of the fajitas, but the hubs enjoyed them and I figured they’d be the better item to reheat later. Overall great food and service. Not to mention a gorgeous patio.
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Tofulicious
Points +1337
Very Good - Edit
The food is pretty spec, the service is amazing.
Read morePros: Food, Service, Long opening hours
Cons: A tad pricey, but good value regardless
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VegDeb10
Points +935
Awesome - Edit
Delicious vegan Mexican food! The tacos, nachos, and bowls are amazing. I wasn’t a fan of the horchata but the food was incredible. Love the vibe and decor. The taco Tuesday option is a good deal.
Read morePros: Vibe/decor, So many options, Service
Cons: Pricey
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veganlibrarianjess
Points +66
Superb experience - Edit
Creative and delicious menu, incredible mezcal selection. Highly recommend the tacos especially the jackfruit. Garden patio vibe has great energy. Knowledgeable staff too. Had a wonderful experience here.
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RobbieG
Points +395
Best Vegan Mexican - Edit
I had put off going here for a while until I heard the SF location closed suddenly so I made sure to come by and support them and not take them for granted.
Read moreThis is the best vegan Mexican restaurant. Everything from location, decor, presentation and of course menu is top rate.
I even picked up one of the chef’s cookbooks here and been replicating them at home.
This place is a must.
Pros: Food, Ambiance , Great coolbook
Cons: Parking can be a little bit of a challenge
ssluchansky
Thanks for pointing out the parking challenge
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gabs1205
Points +210
Nice spot for Mexican food - Edit
I thought the food was pretty good but a little overpriced
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Malehincapie
Points +280
Mmm delicious - Edit
I was so worried that the group (6 people) I came with weren’t gonna like it since they are not vegan, but holly cow they absolutely LOVED it!
Read moreAlways wanted to try a vegan pozole and damn, it was a great choice. I also got the chance to try their chicharrón and I would give it a solid 5/5
Pros: Lovely atmosphere
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BurakDemir
Points +612
Great food and cocktails - Edit
Lovely place, good selection of Mezcal. Mushroom chicarron is a beauty.
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jeffsheldon
Points +1356
Sometimes you just need a food cheat day, and this was it. - Edit
Celebrating special occasions used to be a tradition for us at the now-closed San Francisco location, but LA's visit proved equally memorable.
Read morePOWER LUNCH PRIX-FIXE, was definitely a $$$ saver and I highly recommend.
Started with the QUESO FUNDIDO and GUACAMOLE & SALSA starters, the Queso was warm rich and cheesy with a perfect amount of spice. Entrees personalized TACOs and a perfectly crafted MUSHROOM QUESADILLA highlighted the diverse menu.
Desserts, like the warm APPLE GALETTE with salty caramel gelato and the rich WARM CHOCOLATE OLIVE OIL CAKE, concluded the meal on a sweet and satisfying note. A culinary experience that made the diet detour well worth it.
Pros: BEAUTIFUL restaurant , Amazing Food and Flavors
Cons: We just ruined our January Diet😉
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k_robsss
Points +1157
Delicious vegan Mexican food - Edit
I really enjoyed my meal here and would definitely go back. It seems to get busy so I plan on making reservations next time. You can tell they use high quality ingredients. I also tried a non-alcoholic margarita for the first time and it was delicious!
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nicolecarnevale
Points +410
Never disappoints - Edit
Gracias madre never disappoints. It’s vegan Mexican that hits every time and is honestly rooted quite traditionally, but with a vegan spin. It’s definitely a little pricey, but a nice splurge every so often.
Read moreMushroom enchiladas were amazing and rich, the gordita was nice and fresh and the masa cake was great. The olive oil cake was great and not too heavy. Also got empanadas to start (not pictured) and they had great flavor!
Pros: Ambience , Flavors , Variety
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vegan4000
Points +150
YUMMMMM - Edit
Vegan Mexican Dream! Must try.
Read morePros: Yummy, Plenty Options, Spacious
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Huraiquire
Points +9692
V Horchata 💕🥛🍚 - Edit
Lovely and no complaints. I enjoyed the French toast and the Madre bowl with the chili items on the side. The flavors are not really strong or loud, but instead subtly pleasant. The Chilaquiles looked delicious, but the do have chili mixed in.
Read moreI like the description of this being a Mexican inspired and upscale place.
Expect to taste each ingredient. Don’t expect lots of salt or pungent tastes. The horchata is quite sweet, but really nice to have this, as many places didn’t make a v version.
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divyaj
Points +651
Great chicharron and crab cake - Edit
The heart of palm crab cake was really good, and the mushroom chicharron was excellent. The molcajete was not that good. We also had the cocktails, which were quite mild, basically lemonade. The outdoor heated patio seating with nice lighting was pretty good ambience, but overall way too pricy
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yetimtn67
Points +60
Great Upscale Vegan Place - Edit
Good atmosphere and great vegan food. Iced hibiscus tea also hit the spot. Only downside- good luck finding parking.
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rickem
Points +644
Solid and reliable Mexican-inspired food - Edit
I’ve eaten here many times and often felt the patio and cocktails were the stars while the food was just good but not great.
Read moreI have to say, the last couple of times I’ve been, I’ve enjoyed the food a lot more.
It still feels like a vegan restaurant for non-vegans, but the menu is large and varied and the food always feels fresh and tasty. I generally stick to the bowls but everyone I’ve taken here (mostly non-vegans) has enjoyed it too.
Overall a really solid and reliable option in West Hollywood!
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Desh
Points +1287
🔥 I don’t know how they can get better - Edit
I haven’t been in a while but The food was delicious, the horchata and the flautas. The churros and the tres leches cake were on another level, loved the music and the vibe.
Read moreThey used to have an art piece on the wall nearby done by a famous artist named retna
If you get a chance to visit… Do 100%. On point
Updated from previous review on 2023-09-08
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abbyg
Points +342
really amazing food and atmosphere - Edit
an impressive mexican restaurant! would be great and enjoyable for vegans and non vegans alike. the place is so comfortable and the menu has lots of different dishes. would highly recommend if you’re in the LA area.
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Kplant
Points +4563
Best outdoor seating - Edit
Fancy Mexican vegan. Gringo style. I have been to this location many times over the years. The environment is beautiful, great vibe. Food is served looking amazing though taste has suffered a bit over time. Its nice to be pretty though taste is more important. I'm tougher here because i remember how every bite was better then the last.
Read moreThis place is amazing at desserts.
Updated from previous review on 2020-09-08
Pros: All vegan , Great outdoor seating, Sleek vibe
Cons: Could be a LONG wait
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