Vegan-friendly
Lacto
Ovo
Delivery
Take-out
Mexican
Non-veg
Serves meat, vegan options available. A Mexican restaurant that offers plenty of vegan and vegetarian choices as well, including vegan cheese and faux meat in dishes (soy chorizo, vegan beef/chicken, carne asada). Look on the chalkboard for featured vegan dishes. Offers free delivery throughout San Diego County. Open Mon-Thu 12:00pm-9:00pm, Fri-Sun 10:00am-9:00pm.
74 Reviews
First Review by secret reviewer
JustinCory
Points +968
And iiiiiiiiii, will always love youuuuuuu - Edit
I’ve been coming to Ranchos Concina since the early aughts when they had multiple locations and a vegan market next to the north park one. I’ve made my bands come here multiple times on every tour we do in its proximity. Ranchos is one of my favorite restaurants in the whole world. A massive menu where everything can be veganized and there are no duds. Favorites are: vegan breakfast burrito, fish tacos (hell yeah battered tempeh), carne asada Cali burrito, enchiladas, tortillas from heaven, amazing chips and salsa, micheladas, margaritas, and more…
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annies755
Points +662
Thankful for so many vegan options - Edit
Lots of ways to eat vegan at this Mexican restaurant. The vegan shrimp ceviche was my favorite. Some of the other tacos lacked flavor though.
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ElMath
Points +367
So many vegan options - Edit
So many vegan options it was hard to choose. Just flew into San Diego that morning so thought I’d be fitting to get the Cali burrito. Very unique, I enjoyed it! Also got the chips and guac which were very good.
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NicoleParks
Points +2154
yummm - Edit
i got the vegan shrimp quesadilla and it was really good!! definitely could tell that it was vegan but that’s also a plus because it put me at ease lol
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AditiSurma
Points +46
Many vegan options - Edit
So many great vegan options. They carry vegan cheese, sour cream, multiple protein options. I think I've tried all their protein and will say carne asada is the best! Chorizo and vegan chicken would be the second choice for me. Both times I've been, staff has been so helpful and knowledgeable of vegan options.
Read morePros: Friendly staff, Variety of vegan options , Carne asada and vegan chicken
Cons: No dedicated parking
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purplegrover
Points +96
Delicious! - Edit
Not completely veg, but they had so many vegan options we were not limited at all. Friendly service that 100% understands what it means for something to be “Vegan”.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-04-11
Pros: Fresh made hot sauce / salsa , Tasty tacos & tostadas , Nice dining room & patio
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Retrorambler
Points +89
Great spot - Edit
In town on business and took my nephew (omnivore) to dinner. I had the mole plant based chicken. It was great. It comes with two servings of rice though I wish it came with black beans. It was delicious.
Read moreNearly all of the menu has a vegan option. The owner took the time to talk through the menu and options. He made great recommendations.
The atmosphere was cozy and energetic at the same time.
Updated from previous review on 2024-01-20
Pros: Mole plant based chicken , Atmosphere , Staff
Cons: Would like beans as well as rice with my dish
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MysticMerman
Points +83
A lot of vegan options - Edit
Ranchos Cocina has been around for decades. They've had a full vegan menu for nearly as long. Basically, anything on the menu can be ordered vegan or vegetarian. The portions are generous, so you might have to take some home if you want 5o save room for dessert! #Veganuary
Read morePros: A lot of vegan options, The guacamole is divine, Friendly service
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dgomez354
Points +28
Birthday dinner with non vegans - Edit
Rare find for vegan and non vegans to dine together and not have to alter or eliminate ingredients to make something vegan friendly. Huge plus in my opinion. Really appreciated the menu was clear about vegan options and our waitress was so helpful making sure who was vegan and who was not. Burrito and enchiladas were just good but we did not try any mock meats so can’t comment of those. Beans and rice were delicious. Would still go back to accommodate groups with non vegans. Willing to give other options a try and always willing to support the restaurants that are vegan friendly too.
Read morePros: Clearly labeled vegan dishes , Large amount of vegan dishes, Nice atmosphere, staff and good prices
Cons: Little low on flavor for enchiladas , Almost too many choices
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pickyeatr1
Points +28
Best vegan Mexican food - Edit
I order from here a few times a month, and not only are they delicious, they're consistent. The refried beans are so good!! I'd give 5 stars if the app allowed me.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options
Cons: Parking isn't super easy
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lfusfeld
Points +264
Delicious - Edit
There are an overwhelming number of vegan options and the food is very delicious. I recommend the vegan Mexican hot chocolate and the enchiladas.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Reasonably priced
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BlairBurggren
Points +108
Great vegan options! - Edit
So authentic and great service. I suggest the vegan fish tacos! And the BEST vegan horchata that i have ever had
Read morePros: Most everything can be made vegan, Great vegan horchata
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JuanpabloContreras
Points +19
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ FIVE STARS - Edit
Soooo many options..!! SOOO MUCH FLAVOR!
Read moreYou can ask for ANYTHING to be made vegan.
This place is LEGIT! Don’t miss it. #Veganuary
Pros: anything can be made vegan, Everything bursts with flavor, Service is always great.
Cons: Only one location. , Very limited street parking only.
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OctavioFuentes
Points +16
This is a 5 star place for the many vegan options Ranchos offers + great staff. - Edit
There's an extensive vegan menu, most non vegan dishes can be made vegan on request, and they have daily vegan specials
Read morePros: So many vegan options, Vegan specials offered daily, Best vegan menudo anywhere
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plantbasedgal
Points +461
Extensive Menu - Edit
There's something for everyone here, and most dishes can be veganized.
Read moreWe had fajitas with tofu and vegan cheese. It was prepared just right. The veggies were al dente, not overcooked. Perfect rice and beans.
Alexie, our server, was extremely helpful and personable.
Pros: Lots of vegan choices
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LuckyAng
Points +76
Atmosphere - Edit
A pretty and cozy little restaurant. Great food with reasonable prices and portion sizes. Options for vegan, vegetarian, meat eaters. Good sized margaritas for $5.50
Read morePros: Vegan options!, Reasonable prices, Easy parking
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eed293
Points +212
SO MANY OPTIONS - Edit
This place was amazing with a great mission—to make plant based food more approachable for those who eat meat. Pretty much every item on the menu had a vegan alternative, I was almost overwhelmed with choices! The value for the food was amazing as well—I got a colossal burrito for only $10. I do wish I had gotten the chick’n rolled tacos, but my burrito was still pretty dang good.
Read morePros: TONS of delicious vegan options, Great service, knowledgable and helpful staff, Great value
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shakesqueery
Points +24
Options aplenty! - Edit
Plenty of delicious vegan options on the menu. I had the cali burrito. Very good but light on the vegan meat. It was flavorful and marinated well. Complimentary chips and spicy salsa!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Great for mixed diet groups, Nice decor
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FootyFoster
Points +16
AMAZING - Edit
Me and my girlfriend both got a cali burrito- she substituted the “carne asada” for soyrizo. I had mine as is. It was fantastic. We also ordered a mango margarita and horchata.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Cute atmosphere , Not too busy
Cons: Non vegan food served as well
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Nyasa
Points +188
So many good options! - Edit
This place was awesome! My boyfriend and I couldn’t decide between all of the possibilities. Can’t wait to come back and try more!
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LucienSea
Points +281
Plenty of vegan and vegetarian options - Edit
Vegan cheese available, as well as tofu and tempeh and possibly vegan pollo asado. I liked what I had, but it was just standard Mexican fare- not a standout
Read morePros: Many, many options
Cons: many options- many just the same recombinations
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y2k4eva
Points +255
Epic vegan food - Edit
Tons of vegan options, if anything there are too many? Too hard to choose.
Read moreAdd the vegan carne asada to anything you order. Trust me on this.
Pros: Extensive vegan options , House made vegan meats, Staff is knowledgeable about vegan vs vegetarian
Cons: Menu can be overwhelming
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ElizabethElías
Points +109
:) - Edit
Delicious and authentic to the real Mexican taste,but a little bit too pricey for my taste.
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mallow
Points +382
Lots of variety, not a lot of flavor - Edit
A friend ordered Uber eats so it’s possible the quality is better in person. They had a very vast menu of vegan food for a non vegan place, but most everything seemed to lack salt and seasoning. The meat substitutes were pretty convincing at the least
Read morePros: Tons of options
Cons: Gluten free not labeled clearly on site
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itsmyrun
Points +130
SOLID menu of vegan options!! - Edit
The menu overall is massive, and they mark which options are vegan, and there are SO MANY vegan options. Great stop for vegans 👍
Read morePros: LOTS of vegan options, Great bang for the buck!
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arivegan2
Points +56
It was fine... - Edit
The menu is huge and they clearly take care to provide many vegan options. However, the food was just okay. I got the vegan cilantro pollo burrito, which was 50% greens. Didn’t love the chicken substitute. Their chips and salsa were delicious though.
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KimBailon
Points +38
Best Vegan Mexican food! - Edit
Amazing food! Although not entirely vegan, they have at least 100 vegan options on their HUGE menu. I like to bring my omnivore and vegetarian friends here because I know everyone will enjoy their meal. Great service from super friendly staff. I can't recommend Ranchos enough!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-06-19
Pros: Huge vegan menu, Faux meat and tofu, Lots of Good food for little cost
Cons: Bad parking, Small space, limited seating
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