Serves meat, vegan options available. This Mexican food cafe has an extensive & impressive variety of clearly labeled vegan dishes in their vegan sections of the menu. These include chile rellenos, breakfast burritos, enchiladas, tacos and more. Located in the back of Gateway Village Shopping Center. Reported closed March 2022.
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2950 Johnson Dr Ste 131A (at Northbank Dr), Ventura, California, USA, 93003
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Added by condekedar on 30 Nov 2014
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19 Reviews
First Review by Shnuddy
BeatnikB
Points +605
Vegan nacho heaven - Edit
This is the first time I’ve been here, and it won’t be the last. Tons of vegan options that are clearly identified on their menu. Nachos are my go-to, and these were delicious; big portion with the perfect amount of heat. I ordered them to go, and by the time I got home the chips were still crisp and not soggy (I don’t mind the soggy bits). They come with soyrizo, but it wasn’t overwhelming. The guys behind the counter were really kind. There was a line when I got there, which is saying something! For long time locals, it’s located in the food court next to the old Century 16. Deserves 5 stars!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-07-25
Pros: Lots of vegan options, Friendly staff, Delicious and affordable
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Drmantistobaggon
Points +154
vegan burritos - Edit
The vegan burritos are filling but not the best tasting. Decent meh vegan Mexican food
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2020-11-15
Pros: Vegan options labeled
Cons: Bland food
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Banangela97
Points +2799
Hidden gem - Edit
It's kind of a hole in the wall, I wouldn't ever find this place if I wasn't told about it. I'm never disappointed, I absolutely love [vegan] Mexican food so this is up there next to Doomie's NextMex on my list :)))) so good. I like their rice a lot
Read morePros: Delicious, Fair prices, Variety of awesome vegan options
Cons: Not a totally vegan restaurant
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swedash
Points +1946
good vegan mexican food - Edit
Thankful for these guys being around and expanding their menu to include us vegans with many tasty options!
Read moreThe workers are very nice and helpful. The food is filling, affordable and good.
Pros: Lots of options, Vegan Horchata, Friendly service
Cons: The vegan cheese
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Leslierussell4134
Points +34
My Mexican go to these days - Edit
Love me some Notre Sur, lots of Vegan options, without skipping and flavor. I love this place, because my husband can dine at Sea Ranger next door if he’s feeling some Vegan Sushi ( like tonight). I love supporting this local business.
Read morePros: Lots of Vegan Options , Great Salas, Great staff
Cons: None ☺️
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Ryan MTB
Points +483
Lots of vegan options - Edit
Friendly service, lots of vegan options, reasonable prices. Indoor mini mall of food vendors, casual indoor and outdoor seating.
Read morePros: Plenty of free parking
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StrangerPrints
Points +15
Great Mexican Stop - Edit
When I call a Mexican Food place a "hole in the wall" I mean that as a compliment. This is a great "hole in the wall" Mexican food place that offers many vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options.
Read moreReminds me of the places I've grown up eating in SoCal and works with my mew-ish vegetarian status.
Pros: Vegan & GF Options for my girls w/ allergies, Great Flavor & Huge Portions, Inexpensive
Cons: Dining facility is a little run down
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Jodell78
Points +637
Yummy Mexican food with lots of flavor - Edit
Love eating here when I want a cheap, quick and yummy meal. In a food court that is very slow and has easy parking. Love all the vegan food options and the salsa bar with many salsa to choice from.
Read morePros: Vegan beans and rice with many options, Salsa bar with many choices and excellent guac, Inexpensive and quick service
Cons: Not 100% vegan but is perfect for my husband , Food court in a mall
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VeganCatVet
Points +19
Great vegan options! - Edit
Would give it 5 stars if I could, but Happy Cow reserves those for completely veg restaurants. Norte Sur has TONS of vegan options that are clearly marked. They even feature vegan specials, desserts, vegan horchata, etc. Basically every category in the menu has at least a couple vegan options at this point, and they are all great! We've been going here regularly for almost four years now and they are always adding amazing new choices without taking away old favorites. The prices are very reasonable, the portions are filling, and the people are super friendly. Truly a hidden gem!
Read morePros: Dozens of vegan options, Very friendly service, Great food for a great price!
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armandohilton
Points +19
Delicious! - Edit
I was looking all over for a Mexican restaurant that served vegan or vegetarian options and what do I know?! It’s only a couple of minutes from where I live! This place is really good and the staff is really nice too! I would definitely recommend their red salsa vegan enchiladas. My boyfriend isn’t vegetarian but he seemed to like their vegetarian options as well! I wish I could give you guys 5 Stars!
Read morePros: A lot of different Mexican vegan options
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dinakourda
Points +98
Authentic Mexican - Edit
Not 100% vegan, but TONS of vegan options including horchata. I had a soyrizo torta. It was really good and filling. It had more oil than I care for, but I don't expect healthy food when I eat out.
Read moreThis place is located in a food court/strip mall across from a cineplex. It's also Freeway 101-proximate. Easy parking, fast service, friendly staff.
Pros: Ton of vegan options, Friendly staff/fast service, Easy parking/close to 101
Cons: Not 100% vegan, Oily
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rkleo
Points +34
Great burritos - Edit
The vegan chile relleno burrito was so amazing! Can’t wait to go back
Read morePros: Vegan options, Affordable, Friendly staff
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Oxnardvegan
Points +79
great and authentic!! - Edit
Had the vegan mole enchiladas and the vegan mole taquitos and they were delicious!! The Vegan Horchata was also very refreshing and could not tell the difference from the original.
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ScottC
Points +18
Soyrizo Burrito! - Edit
The soyrizo burrito is the bomb!
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piffelina
Points +3608
Longing to go back! - Edit
Even after reading the other reviews, I was still surprised about how vegan-friendly this place was.
Read moreIf I lived in the area, I would definitely be a regular.
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Shellwat1
Points +16
Delicious! - Edit
Their vegan items are so good! Enchiladas, chili relleno, tacos, rice, beans and horchata! Their red salsa is particularly good.
Read morePros: Great service. Great food.
Cons: The food-court style dining area shared by other c
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JewelChamber94
Points +61
Mexican food - Edit
When you drive up to this place the pillar says Mexican food. It is very delicious and they have watermelon juice usually. The owner is always there and he is super helpful and knows the difference between vegetarian and vegan. I highly recommend this place for vegans and vegetarians to take any meat eaters they know. I even got my stubborn gramma to enjoy a vegan soyrizo taco!
Read morePros: delicious , fast, knowledgable staff
Cons: not vegetarian
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catbone
Points +574
What A Great Find...Vegan Mexican Food! - Edit
Every once in awhile you just have to "pinch" yourself to believe it's really true, but it IS! It took me a minute to sink in as I walked up to the HUGE menu board to notice that all the Vegan and Vegetarian choices are written in GREEN PRINT. And it's not just a few "token" Vegan Menu items... there are MANY gorgeous Vegan choices to boot!
Read moreAnd happily, the owner (Geraldo) obviously knows the difference between Vegan and Vegetarian eating preferences
because he features ingredients like "Soyrizo, but no cheese" items for Vegans AND Vegetarians are aptly acknowledged by "cheese with no meat" meals. WOW!
Happy Cowzers, this is a place you definitely want to make a stop at if you are anywhere near the Ventura, CA area. The Pico is good, but the mild Red Sauce is fantastic. The Vegan Nacho plate was calling my name today. It was piled so high with Vegan Soyrizo, refried beans, rice, a generous portion of guacamole and so much more. And after going into a "Food Coma" from eating so much, I somehow get the feeling that my left overs are are going to feed me for at least TWO more meals. That alone should bring you by Geraldo's place.
While he doesn't have a website yet, he showed me his generous "free food" flyer offering for visiting his Facebook page (see photos). I've captured his menu in the photos section of the reviews so you can view the many Vegan and Vegetarian offerings listed in "green print." So when you stop by, you'll expect to have a "hard time" choosing just "one" meal. Don't forget that you can always plan a return trip or two. Well, what the heck... you'll probably want to keep coming back until you try them all! That's what I'm planning to do, even if I have to drive down over from Ojai everytime. See you there!
Pros: Multiple-Item Vegan Menu, Facebook "Free Food" Offer , Ample Parking
Cons: None
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Shnuddy
Points +44
Hole in the wall heaven - Edit
After reading the description of Norte Sur, I was surprised to find that it was a tiny stand inside a small strip mall. However, the menu had vegan and vegetarian items clearly marked, and even though they serve meat they have a wide variety of options, including burritos, tacos, tortas, and enchiladas., even nachos. The food was freshly made and very good. It was also quick and the service was friendly. You order and pick up at the counter, and dine in the common eating area. Take out is availability. Soft drinks only.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options Very inexpensive Good food
Cons: No ambiance , No beer or wine
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