Vegan-friendly
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Mexican
Serving bountiful, fresh, Mexican-inspired meals in a warm inviting space in the heart of East Vancouver since 2009. Also offers weekend brunch on fresh baked cornbread. Everything can be made vegan. Formerly known as Bandidas Taqueria Open Mon-Thu 4:00pm-10:00pm, Fri 4:00pm-11:00pm, Sat 10:00am-11:00pm, Sun 10:00am-10:00pm.
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2781 Commercial Dr, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, V5N 4C5
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59 Reviews
First Review by christine_bean
seal
Points +880
burritos & fajitas - Edit
We had the Wolf & Goat burrito and Fajitas, both were tasty and filling. The red cabbage in the Wolf & Goat burrito was different for me, but I liked it! Nice server, pleasant atmosphere. Also, they don't charge more to veganize menu items.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-11-10
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Kwr_
Points +1146
Canadian Mexican - Edit
I like the atmosphere and that everything can be made vegan. Food is good but definitely a very Canadian take on Mexican. The Mary Jane burrito had excellent flavours with the roasted veggies.
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ABeanz
Points +908
Mexcican Inspired: Mock Guac and Burritos - Edit
We popped into The Burrow to use the Plant Curious, 2-fo-1 Burrito deal. We grabbed the burritos "to-go," so we could have them for lunch the next day. While we waited for the food, we hung out and tried the Mock Guac with Chips. The dip was great and the servers were so accommodating.
Read moreWhen we got home, we moved the food to glass containers, and then today, we heated the the burritos up for lunch. I have to say, we both really enjoyed our meals. I had the Felix Jasper as a bowl, to make it gluten-free, and was very pleased. The restaurant made a mistake and gave me regular cheese, on the side, but it was no big deal. My partner, who is not vegan, was stoked and just added it to his when he heated it up. So he was extra happy.
Pros: Nice Servers, Cute Dining Room , Yummy Mexcican Inspired Food
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EmTak
Points +53
Horrible - Edit
This is the worst Mexican food and possibly the worst vegan food from a restaurant I’ve ever had. The salsa had humongous chunks of raw white onions like it was made from someone who has never had salsa before. The rice and beans tasted like an alley smells. The enchilada was bone dry. The cookies were so tiny and burnt we didn’t even try them. There’s a Mexican restaurant next door, maybe someone there can help this place.
Read morePros: Popsicles were good , Workers were nice
Cons: The food
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cjfussner
Points +1308
Travels well - Edit
I was worried how this would travel and how clear ordering vegan would be on Uber eats but all went well! The whole menu can be made vegan at no extra charge and on Uber there is a button that says “make it vegan” so that made me feel a lot better. Burrito was on the smaller side but still very good. Potato enchiladas had a little heat so be ware if you’re a baby with spice like me.
Read morePros: Entire menu can be made vegan with no extra charge
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Vast
Points +428
Yummy veggie Mexican - Edit
Used to be banditas, same
Read moreMenu new owners? Food is really good even if it’s a pretentious hipster crowd they cater to. I usually get the tacos as they are gluten free and there are a bunch of recipes to choose from like squash and so on.
Pros: Veggie Mexican, Tacos , Variety
Cons: Hipsters
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Nana123
Points +410
Amazing - Edit
A large menu with several vegan items and other vegetarian dishes that can all be made vegan on request. We tried to order a wide variety to try as much as possible of the menu and enjoyed absolutely everything. Would definitely visit again!
Read morePros: Big menu, Friendly staff , Everything can be made vegan
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HannahCooper
Points +109
Loads of options and very tasty - Edit
Everything can be made vegan (and with substitutions not just removing things) we shared nachos, an enchilada and a baked burrito and all were so good! Huge portions too
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Aniseed
Points +5253
Good Burritos - Edit
Filling and wholesome burritos. Tasty vegan options!
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NirvanaRoseWilliams
Points +5198
Huge serves - Edit
I liked that most things could be made vegan. The place had a cool and relaxed vibe. Staff are friendly and knowledgeable of veganism. The serves are huge.
Read morePros: Plenty of vegan options , Huge serves , Nice vibe
Cons: A bit pricey
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RonnyRR
Points +178
Nice surprise - Edit
Great taste and big portions. Plus friendly staff
Read morePros: Most items in menu can be made vegan, Extremely friendly and accommodating staff, Huge portion and very tasty
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tonyakay
Points +3527
So thankful! - Edit
Ⓥ Mexican in Vancouver? I just moved from Los Angeles where authentic Mexican cuisine is standard whether it’s v or not. So I was sad for a while here in Van - until I found Burrow! Listen, I’d have given 5 stars if they’d dine these three mandatory authentic Mexican cuisine things: fry your own chips, bake your own tortillas and have a signature rice (yes the rice that goes with everything needs a personality). Otherwise the flavors and creativity in every dish was excellent and surprising and rich and … avocado abundant - another mandatory Mexican cuisine staple!
Read morePros: Lotsa guacamole, Amazing flavors, Really creative
Cons: Run of the mill chips, Run of the mill tortillas, Run of the mill rice
Missvegan9
I feel you on the signature rice! 👏🏼
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titstothewind
Points +482
Bandidas, always - Edit
I’ve ate here bi-weekly for like, eight years? Large vegan Hampton nachos with a hibiscus lemonade - TREAT YOURSELF. Big fan, big fan.
Read morePros: Superb nachos , Great portions, The best staff
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BhartiSharma
Points +131
Tasty vegan enchiladas!! - Edit
Ordered the enchiladas with the lentil walnut filling and both sauces (half and half). Perfect for a cold day! Very tasty and flavorful!
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Zai
Points +39
Not the biggest fan of the food - Edit
The reviews were so good I had to try. I ordered tacos to start, but it was the end. Tacos were cold right from the refrigerator, with a tiny little salad with absolutely no flavor on top. If you go,avoid the tacos at any cost. I tried a bit with what my friend had, a burrito,was good but not as great as you would expect if you read the excitement in the reviews. The menu is fully vege.
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raecoops
Points +53
Amazing, Vegan options - Edit
Such great food so flavorful and so many options! Vegans have great choices too including their take home options.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options
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HannaBecker
Points +230
I could eat their burritos every day - Edit
This is my favorite ever food place. Everything I tried there was sooo delicious. They also got me hooked on their vegan crazadillas after I got one for free once from a special deal. I always buy the frozen ones now and warm them up in the oven for movie nights. It's all I ever wanted from life!
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gwenyvr
Points +202
So good - Edit
I used to go here all the time when I lived nearby. It’s also one of my must visits when I head back to Vancouver. The meals are fresh and creative, with lots of vegan options. I’ve also brought lots of meat eaters here and they enjoy it too.
Read morePros: Fresh and flavourful
Cons: Need to reserve at busy times
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AmberSunset
Points +64
10/10 - Edit
The food is really good here
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CandidCrow
Points +86
great brunch spot on the drive! - Edit
Great selection of housemade cocktails and diner style veggie/vegan food 😊 low key atmosphere and friendly staff!
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Paigecs
Points +623
Very cute place but the food was a miss for me - Edit
I went with this place because it had a mole on the menu. After finally experiencing a mole in Mexico City at a divey vegan taco joint that made me understand what it was supposed to taste like, I've been searching for more of that goodness ever since, The Bandidas mole is pretty one-note, unfortunately.
Read moreI got a chipotle enchilada with mole. It incorporated daiya, which I already don't love, but there are a handful of restaurants I've been that have incorporated it in such a way that it married with the rest of the dish. Here, it's as offputting as I normally find daiya to be. I think they should explore house-made options to elevate this dish. The tofu filling was sort of bland and ultimately boring to eat.
Their 7 layer dip was yummy and their vegan sour cream is solid.
Service was friendly, fast and super competent (we wound up at the bar but they remembered that we didn't prefer it, and quickly reseated us when something opened up). The horchata & bourbon cocktail was pretty delicious.
Pros: great service, excellent ambience, delicious horchata cocktail
Cons: mole is just OK
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larissavb
Points +692
Lovely place - Edit
Very nice place, with a lot of personality. The food was really good and everything can be made vegan, replacing with Daya cheese. The service is excellent.
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MarianaFuentes
Points +418
Tasty! - Edit
Very delicious. I highly recommend the enchiladas with tofu chipotle, the portion it’s so rich and full of taste.
Read moreThe burritos are awesome and the price it’s reasonable. Don’t go without trying for dessert the vegan coconut chocolate chunk!
Pros: Lots of vegan options , Friendly staff , Nice vibe
Cons: It’s not all vegan
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pnagra
Points +36
Top 5 Favourite Vegetarian Restaurant - Edit
I've been coming here for years and it's one of my favorites! I brought some friends visiting from South America here, and they said it tasted like home. I love the cozy, chill atmosphere and the food is delicious!
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Orion
Points +1447
🌶🔥🌶🔥🌶 - Edit
I think everything on the menu can be made vegan which is great.
Read moreI ordered the chipotle tofu enchilada and got given a butternut squash enchilada so I was a bit disappointed but didn’t send it back because I didn’t want it to go to waste, still food food tasted great and had a good bit of spice.
Pros: Spicy, Not overly expensive , Lots of options
Cons: Got served the wrong meal...
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denailac
Points +389
So good - Edit
Brunch was amazing. Service was great. Perfect little spot
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avery15
Points +200
Best brunch in town! - Edit
I love Bandidas! My favourite brunch item is the vegan benny. The cornbread that comes with it is amazing!
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