Vegan
Mexican
Gluten-free
Serves authentic Mexican tacos, burritos, chalupa, nachos and flautas. Drinks offered include Jamaica and Tamarindo Hempchata and Aguas Frescas. Previously located at 1106 East 11th St. Open Mon-Sat 11:00am-8:00pm. Closed Sun.
115 Reviews
First Review by Staceygean
AshleyPeters
Points +164
Descent but not mind blowing - Edit
The food here is good but it’s not mind blowing. I got the flauta plate and my partner got the birra. Mine came with rice and beans but his came w/ nothing. For his specifically it seems a bit pricy not come w/ rice and beans. He did enjoy the flavor though. My flavors were fine but not anything special. Just kinda mid and not remarkable and it was a bit dry. The rice and beans were fantastic. They predominantly use faux meats which is probably why the price is what it is. I wish they had options without faux meats. Finding vegan flautas is a limited option but I feel like they know that and coast on quality because of it.
Read morePros: Rice + beans, All vegan, Has flautas + birra
Cons: Little pricy for portion size on some meals, Predominantly uses faux meats , Mid flavor - not remarkable
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perdida1
Points +312
Unreal Tex-mex - Edit
The Birria is incredible. Do not miss out! Everything is fantastic! Top spot in Austin
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The_Hef
Points +16
Incredible - Favorite Spot in Austin - Edit
The food is simply amazing. I have tried every combo of their taco plate and each one is delicious. Burritos also are high quality.
Read morePros: Food prepared quickly, Close taste to real meat without any meat, Friendly staff
Cons: Closed Sunday
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kathrynmoir
Points +383
One of the best meals I’ve ever had - Edit
Everything about our meals were stunning. Every item was delicious. Staff were lovely, restaurant was clean and spacious. Lots of room on Friday evening but still pretty busy. Perfect!!
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ArilouJean
Points +36
Tacos! - Edit
I've ordered here too many times to count and they never disappoint 🌮
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HippyBikingChick
Points +334
Delicious and fast! - Edit
Nice variety and very good! 2 tables outside and many inside.
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Bethiepic
Points +34
First time, we WILL be back - Edit
The food was delicious! I like mild, he likes spicy. We left full and happy.
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jepige71
Points +64
Totally awesome! - Edit
We went for our first meal at lunchtime on Saturday; not much wait to order. The restaurant was clean and there was a good vibe. Staff was very friendly, helpful, and professional. Clean restrooms. The food was incredibly delicious comfort food. Highly recommend this truly vegan Mexican restaurant!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-06-30
Pros: Clean, Fast service , Delicious
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sundayeyes
Points +193
Phenomenal - Edit
Nissi had such great reviews that I risked almost missing my flight just to have a taste. This is some of the best Mexican food I've ever had (and I had just been in Mexico City a week before and found nothing even remotely as good as this).
Read moreI got the burrito with carne asada and the al pastor taco. Both were juicy, savory, and absolutely delicious!
The rice was a bit spicy – which I didn't expect (I'm a spice wimp and couldn't finish it). The beans were phenomenal, I could eat an entire pint of them.
I can't wait to go back to Austin and eat here again!
The service was also really friendly, I got takeout and the guy behind the counter made sure to let me know he'd packed plenty of napkins and utensils, which was great because I was on my way to the airport.
Pros: Good portions , Flavorful , Friendly service
jepige71
I loved it too.
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BC82
Points +46
Nissi Vegan - Edit
This was my first time eating at Nissi Vegan. I ordered the Flauta plate and it was really delicious.
Read morePros: The food was delicious , All vegan
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PattiSlager
Points +46
Fabulous!!! - Edit
Burrito and Nacho were huge and had fabulous flavor!!
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Anastasiahappy
Points +335
Not healthy - Edit
Bleach smell in the kitchen area I seen lady put wet rag down just in a place that was not the bucket, by the fryer, bleach smell was strong and customer service was horrible and was not very welcoming I did not feel very happy to be served and so I end up buying a water only and walking out very unhealthy menu and I think that the only thing I liked was the color of the tables and the chairs
Read morePros: Water bottle , Vegan place , Nice table color
Cons: Chemicals bleach smell, Customer service, The menu is very unhealthy and small
jepige71
Sorry you had that experience. We didn’t smell bleach.
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It’s Mexican comfort food so it’s not meant to be “health food.” It’s much better than going to a regular Mexican restaurant and ordering “vegan options.”
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Seatown_vegan
Points +8096
!!!!!!!!!!! - Edit
Top notch! Ordered the flautas, birria tacos, 2 pastor tacos, and the churro nachos.l for dessert. The flautas were my favorite. The consistency of them were great—cooked to perfection. The birria was on point too. Everything was amazing. I wish I lived closer to this place.
Read morecaronjuneen
Looks super yummy! Austin is a fun foodie town.
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TXRhody
Points +479
Hits the spot - Edit
This is a good place for some vegan Mexican food. I got the flauta plate, which was really good. Service was fast and friendly. I'll have to come back some time.
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LauraK
Points +381
The best! - Edit
Visited while on vacation and still craving it! Wish we had something similar. Delicious food and casual atmosphere. I would probably eat here everyday if I lived in Austin.
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Mateohecktic
Points +268
Phenomenal Flavors, Petite Portions - Edit
With 8 options on the menu, I went with the birria plate. It came out pretty quick. The tortilla was cooked perfectly, the birria soy protein was both delicious and perfectly textured like the real thing, and the cheese was beautifully melted and not lacking in quantity. The consomé was wonderfully flavored and they give you plenty for the 3 birria tacos that come with the dish.
Read moreAfter, I was still hungry and went back for their taco plate. I asked for chicharron as that's a difficult food to make a vegan, but they gave me carne asada. Not wanting to complain or even caring because the tacos still looked great, I dived in. The carne asada was just as delicious as their birria.
I love that they serve their tacos with an appropriate protion of cilantro, lime, and onion as some places never give uou enough. Their housemade salsas were delicious and had a perfect spice. Due to how small the portions were to me and their price, I can't give 5 stars; however, the food itself is so scrumptious that I'll definitely return.
Pros: Quality of food, Quick cook time, Housemade salsas
Cons: Small portions for the price, Limited options
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damitchris
Points +11
I love this place - Edit
I love this place. Best tocos ever
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rxthompson
Points +92
my favorite taco place - Edit
recently just moved out of austin and this place will be missed dearly. the birria tacos are my go to every time, they’re so delicious. i can’t recommend this place enough!
Read morePros: flavor, filing , delicious
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AliBrawner
Points +24
Absolutely delicious - Edit
I ordered the flautus plate and it was absolutely amazing! So favorful and filling!
Read morePros: Price , Taste , Freshness
Cons: Didn’t care for the guacamole
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esther802535
Points +332
Very tasty :) - Edit
This was my first time ever trying carne asada (vegan or non) and it was great! I liked the cheek'n better thought. I also had a hempchata that I highly recommend. Prices are great
Read morePros: All vegan, Reasonable prices
Cons: Location not ideal
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SandraReis
Points +342
Great portions - Edit
I had the taco plate carne assada and chickin with rice and beans. It was o good that I order another plate and substituted the rice/beans for another taco. Loved it.
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JosephAndrew269
Points +183
Killer tacos - Edit
Haven’t had these good of tacos anywhere in Austin. Best check this place out!
Read morePros: Chicharrón , Cheek’n
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ThePixieAdventurer
Points +196
Vegan Mexican Magic! - Edit
Sooo many favorites! I’ve been to this restaurant a couple of dozen times. The flautas are incredible! The sauces are delectable. Very big fan! You’re going to love it. 
Read morePros: Authentic, Savory, Clean
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marthaglass
Points +21
Good but expensive - Edit
The food was really good but very expensive for just 3 tacos, not even rice and beans comes with the Birria plate. I only had water and it was still $18.50.
Read moreSeems very price for not a lot of food.
Pros: Taste great
Cons: No rice be beans comes with all the “Plates”, Too expensive for the amount Of food you get, Still hungry!
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agb1228
Points +32
Delicious - Edit
I got the nacho plate and the flauta plate and both were incredible. The food had delicious authentic flavors. Would definitely eat here again!! #Veganuary
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veronika_vegan
Points +145
Always great - Edit
Nissi never disappoints! The owner has helped us with animal rights in the past too. All vegan places should care about animal rights! #Veganuary
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plantsarelovely
Points +18
Very authentic, great flavors - Edit
Must order the Al Pastor tacos and Birria plate. Tamarind agua fresca and Horchata cannot be missed either. Come hungry!
Read morePros: Super fast
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