Last night in Philly called for a visit to Bar Bombón, where authentic Puerto Rican flavors meet a modern, plant-based twist. Cool atmosphere shared with good company, paired with refreshing drinks. A huge shoutout to the attentive staff who went beyond to make the evening special. While everything was tasty, standouts were the deep flavors of romesco in the albóndigas and the crunchy texture of the oyster mushroom tacos. Full order included guacamole fresca, sweet plantains w/ aioli, hearts of palm tacos, and chorizo stuffed poblano pepper. (not pictured). Bonus: the menu clearly marks gluten-free options. It's great to find a place that feels authentic while remaining entirely veg-forward. If you're in the city, stop by for a taste of Puerto Rico. read more

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We had brunch on a Saturday. My friends had dined at Bar Bombon a few times and this was my first visit. Unfortunately, we were all underwhelmed by the service. Getting seated and taking our order were comic (read: frustrating) "Who's on first" ordeal. To make matters worse, my friends ordered guacamole only to lear a few minutes later that they could not serve it because the avocados did not meet their standards. We appreciated their insistence on serving quality ingredients, but were annoyed the waitress was unaware the item was unavailable. The food we managed to have - yucca appetizer, breakfast tacos, big breakfast, and cauliflower tacos were good. In short, the food is good but I'm not sure it's worth the hassle. It may be worth the trouble for strictly vegan folx. read more

Had a really great experience at Bar Bombon! We ordered the braised short empanadas, and Spanish meatballs, and loved all of it. Everything was so flavorfulf and balanced. The place itself is super cute and well-designed, and the vibe is really warm and cozy. The service was also really friendly and attentive, which made it even better. Will be coming back! read more

Bar Bombon - Spanish Meatballs - Vegetarian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Another great visit to Bar Bombón. Arrived a few minutes early to our reservation and they sat us which luckily gave us about 10 minutes to order some HH drinks!! Service was super friendly and the food was amazing, would never know it's all plant based! read more

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We were greeted when we walked in. Great customer service. Tindo was our waiter. He was AMAZING. The manager was also helpful. We were able to get a sticker for parking for a small discount. I was able to take advantage of the $23 meal. My fish tacos (heart of palms) were a 10/10. Everything was super good and flavorful. My ENTIRE soul was happy. read more

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I actually made a reservation since were visiting from out of town but arrived almost an hour early and were sat immediately. Our server, Ttendo took great care of us and gave great suggestions for items on the menu that were vegan friendly for my friend. I did not enjoy the meatballs I ordered but the way they handled the situation is why they get 5 stars! read more

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We only got a tres leches cake so cannot speak on the other options here. This cake was very dense, sweet, and rich (in the best way). Super coconutty, with a generous amount of shredded coconut. I found the cake overall to be a tad too sweet with the pineapple (puree?)on top. I would get this again read more

Bar Bombon - Tres Leches - Vegetarian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I've been here a few times, most recently for an early dinner after work on a weekday. I made a reservation but it was pretty quiet when I arrived around 6. My server was quick to get my order which was just the buffalo cauliflower tacos which I just keep getting every time. They are spicy, decent size tacos that leave me feeling just the right amount of full. I like really the spicy buffalo flavor. I was in and out quickly and had a very pleasant time. read more

Bar Bombon - Buffalo Cauliflower Tacos - Vegetarian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Made a reservation for my friends birthday, we're from out of state and picked this place on a whim based on it being entirely planet based, and also the overall vibe felt cozy yet chic. We couldn't have asked for a better experience! Our server was Bryce and he was absolutely :3outstanding. We were sat timely and waited on expertly with the perfect amount of timing in between checking in on us. Our drinks were so good and we tried a couple that were out of our normal comfort zone at the suggestion of our waiter and he did not disappoint!! Every single item of food we ordered came out of the kitchen very timely, and was seemingly timed perfectly. My review would be novel length if I went into detail on every item we had- just know that every thing was absolutely divine. We couldn't shut up about the foodn the food 10 out of 10. read more

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My friend and I came here on a Sunday afternoon and we didn't have a reservation, but they were able to seat us right away. Our server was very friendly and informative when I asked questions about what he recommended, especially since we were trying to narrow down our appetizer and entree picks. For my drink, I got a mango agua fresca. It tasted sweet and refreshing. For appetizer, we shared the philly steak empanada (two pieces - one for each). I liked the flavor of the empanadas and the meat inside was quite juicy. For the entree, my friend ordered impossible tacos and I ordered the hearts of palm 'fish' tacos. My friend and I swapped one taco each so we could try both. For the impossible tacos, they were seasoned well but they tasted very ordinary to me. Nothing special. However, I really enjoyed my hearts of palm 'fish' taco. I thought the fried hearts of palm, corn, and sauce gave a nice texture, taste and mouth feel. Last but not least, for dessert, he ordered the tres leches cake and I ordered the bittersweet chocolate pudding. The tres leches cake was dense and a little more on the sweet side. I was not a fan of my bittersweet chocolate pudding though. Since it was pudding on the menu, I thought it would have a pudding-like texture, but it almost looked like ice cream. Also, the taste of the pudding was very bad. It was grainy and reminded me of chocolate chickpea pudding. Even though I don't like to waste food, unfortunately, I could only take a few bites of the pudding and I couldn't finish the rest. Other than my dessert, I did enjoy the food and service here overall. I would come back just for the 'fish' tacos. :) read more

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Came here with a friend on a Saturday afternoon with no res. They were busy but not full, and we were seated quickly. Our server was very friendly and the food came out so quickly once we ordered (probably under 5 minutes). We didn't realize it was vegan when we walked in and it isn't really advertised as such, so my friend was a little disappointed by that but we stayed anyways. I got the breakfast tacos off of the brunch menu, and my friend had the impossible tacos. They both looked pretty similar - two medium tacos covered in pico de gallo and pickled cabbage. The breakfast tacos were well seasoned didn't "taste vegan" but I don't eat much meat. My friend also thought the impossible tacos were pretty good. Overall I thought this spot was good but not amazing. I would come back if I needed a quick spot in the area, but wouldn't necessarily seek it out. read more

Bar Bombon - Breakfast Tacos - Vegetarian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

There were some highs and lows to this place but overall a good experience. We got the meatballs since the pictures looked really good and we don't usually get the chance. When they came out, they dropped somw of the bread on the table which wasn't a big deal but they got us somw extra anyway which was nice. The meatballs and sauce were good but they were pretty cold which makes me think they either get them pre-made or make a tone and freeze them. Either way that part was a little off putting. The taste was pretty good though and went well with the fluffy bread. read more

Bar Bombon - Vegetarian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Parking is a nightmare in the area, not just for this business. You may spend a long time looking for street metered parking. I ordered the nachos with only jackfruit, cheese, lettuce, pico de gallo, and avocado slices... It ended up coming with corn on it. So I just picked the corn out. It tasted okay. I wouldn't order it again. The staff were okay. They answered all of my questions. The bar sitting is not comfortable because you have to basically air in the walkway to keep your knees from hitting the bar. The table doesn't come out far enough so you have to lean a whole lot... not good for posture. I probably should take 1 star away, but the service was okay so I'm giving this place 3 stars for just okay read more

Bar Bombon - Jackfruit nachos - Vegetarian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Great vegan food! Tried the buffalo cauliflower tacos. They were amazing and it was the perfect amount of food for lunch. Service was friendly and super quick. The restaurant is super cute and cozy. Would definitely recommend. read more

Bar Bombon - Buffalo Cauliflower Tacos - Vegetarian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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This was a nice vegan restaurant. The yuca was so good,but it was spicy. The tacos were also good. Same as the bacon. The staff were really nice and the food came out super fast. read more

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I loved bar bombón!! It's a cozy but well decorated spot. Initially, I selected the restaurant because of its completely vegetarian / vegan friendly menu. Every dish is crafted so creatively and packed with delicious vegetables. It was a dream trying to pick a dish, since I had TOO many options for once! That's incredibly rare as a vegetarian. We settled on splitting nachos and a taco to try both dishes. Not only did the food taste exceptional, but the prices couldn't be beat. Despite being close to the end of the day, we were served quickly and with care. I'll have to come back and work my way through the rest of the menu. read more

Bar Bombon - Nachos - Vegetarian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Many sources telling me about Bar Bombon meant I had to make a reservation well in advance to secure a spot for Valentine's Day weekend. I think I booked this in the beginning of January but I'm so happy I did. I want to preface this review by saying this restaurant is TINY. Very slim walkways and the tables are close together. It didn't bother me but I could see how it might be annoying in the winter especially with heavy outdoor garments. I was unaware that the serving style was tapas but I was not mad about it. The Mexican Street Corn came out first, it was a little spicy but tasty! Good sized portion for sharing. Impossible Tacos had my mouth watering - honestly pretty basic ingredients but they made for a delicious entree. There were quite a few entree options I was interested in but for some reason the tacos stood out to me. Pleased with my decision. Philly steak empanadas were excellent but I wish they had a little bit more cheese. The spicy ketchup on the side was a great addition. The Tres Leches cake was moist and rich. The pineapple on top was the best part. Coconut milk smothering the entire slice was a good call on their end. Service was great despite it being a busy night! We had several people wait on us/bring us our food and everyone was extremely kind. I'd recommend this spot for an intimate date night or happy hour with friends. read more

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Finally tried this vegan latin spot and loved it! The space has a modern, stylish vibe. Jackfruit Birria Vegan Tacos (4/5) - The consommé was rich and flavorful and the tacos were crunchy and savory Double Chorizo Burger with Papas Fritas (4.5/5) - Incredibly satisfying with great texture and spice. The fries were perfectly seasoned and so crispy! Some of the best fries ever. The place was relatively empty during lunchtime on a weekday and the service was attentive and friendly. A must-visit for vegans and non-vegans alike! read more

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Bar Bombón was a great surprise. I did not realize it was fully plant based going in, but everything was solid. Reservations were easy to book and we were seated right away. Our waiter gave excellent recommendations. We started with the guac and chips, which were good. I had the Philly steak empanada and the buffalo cauliflower taco, and the empanada absolutely stole the show. My girlfriend had the heart of palm fish taco with rice and beans and the house salad, all of which she enjoyed. We skipped dessert this time but will definitely try it on our next visit! Would happily come back! Don't sleep on this spot! read more

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This was such a great spot to meet my co-worker for happy hour! I got the fish tacos (which apparently I also got back in 2016). Anyway, they are still AMAZING, Nicole knows what she's doing. I also got to try the street corn appetizer this time, and split that with my co-worker. It was delectable. We sat outside on the side of the building and it felt really fun to be outside in the hustle and bustle of Rittenhouse square, people watching. Highly recommend! read more

Bar Bombon - fish tacos - Vegetarian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Finally tried this place. I found reservations for the same evening which was surprising cause it was packed. I'm vegetarian but not vegan but it's nice to find a place where I can eat without stressing. I got the mango margarita with a spicy rim and I loved it. I also got the nachos. Nachos were really good. It was quite loud and the wait to get checked up on also took a while but understandable since it was so busy. Will return to try other options. read more

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So happy for a full on plant based experience! Thank you, Bar Bombón! Came on the recommendation of a local on a Wednesday night. Did not anticipate needing a reservation on a Wednesday and it turns out this place is so popular you do. Fortunately, the very kind hostess was able to find a single seat outside left that I was able to be seated at for service. The cocktail menu was wonderful and I ordered a delicious cocktail along with an appetizer of the plantains, which were amazing. For dinner I chose the meatballs. The sauce for the meatballs was really good. The meatballs themselves seem to be a premade Impossible-type plant based product. All my servers were superb. I have only the highest price for them. Location was in a gorgeous corner of Rittenhouse Square. Highly recommend for both happy hour and for dinner. read more

Bar Bombon - You must get the plantains!! - Vegetarian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Excellent plant based restaurant that even my omnivore boyfriend LOVED! Great food, good service and great ambience - and at a reasonable price. We are already planning a return, even though it's a *90 minute* drive away. read more

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I was skeptical at first because "vegan Latin food" doesn't sound the most appetizing - but I was pleasantly surprised! The salted grapefruit margarita I had was top notch - just right the right balance of sweet and strong. I opted for the double chorizo burger without pickles or ranch and it was very good! The "chorizo patties" didn't taste like your typical soyrizo but instead was more so like alternative beef than pork. The papitas fritas were super crunchy and skinny! Their menu isn't super extensive but what they serve, they do really well. Our server was also great at managing all his tables - checking in frequently without being pushy. read more

Listen this place used to be my favorite restaurant and today I order takeout because I was just feeling like having something for my favorite restaurant and I don't know. I got the worst food poisoning in my life. I never have food poisoning before I have never felt so incredibly ill in my life. I am truly so upset because I don't think I'm ever gonna be able to eat there again. I don't know what happened, but I have noticed the decline and this just signifies that that decline is real. read more

Drinks are decent here! Intimate space in a narrow townhouse that is elegantly renovated into a trendy bar and restaurant. Drinks for happy hour were acceptable for the price. Not sure if we'll be back as the mood inside was so-so, but it's not my typical scene read more

Stopped in for brunch and had an amazing time! This is a vegan restaurant and by far the best I've had in that area. Service was friendly and food was delicious! Got the burger with fries to go along with the Tres Leche cake. Didn't try it yet but looks incredibly tasty. read more

Bar Bombon - Vegetarian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I've had my eye on this place for a long while and finally got the opportunity to try it. My friend and I were heading to an event and wanted to get happy hour before. We walked in at about 4:30 and were seated at an outdoor table. I thought the food was delicious. I reminded my friend a couple of times that it was vegan. So good! We stayed with the happy hour menu and were delighted with each bite. The empanadas were delicious and the quesadillas were one of our favorites. I ordered the Mac taco and it was so creative and delicious! Creamy, fake-cheesy and adorned with a dill pickle. The drinks were made well and kept us satisfied. I would like to try more on the regular menu. I recommend! Whether you are vegan or not! read more

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First time here and we did not enjoy it. The plantains were great and tasty but nothing else was. The enchiladas with mole were extremely dry and had a a very bad flavor. My friend and I both did not finish them. The beans and rice also had barely any flavor, we were very disappointed. read more

Bar Bombon - Vegetarian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

You can never go wrong here. My dad is vegan, mom and wife are not. They actually enjoyed too! I've been here so many times I probably tried everything on the menu. The drinks are good too! Cute place, small shotgun style layout. Happy Hour is a good way to get a try of everything for little dollars. The food is flavorful and you will have a hard time picking just one thing. The service is quick and friendly. You will not be upset and these pics are just one of the many times I've gone. And easily a go to when you in Rittenhouse read more

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Great service and nice music! The impossible tacos were really good. Wish the tortilla was toasted. The sweet plantains were very good loved the garlic aioli sauce it came with. Interesting that they had salt gave it nice taste. Corn was okay, didn't love the loaded yuka "cheese" not my favorite. Our waitress was really nice! read more

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A gem of a place!! My daughter and I were in the city overnight and my daughter being plant base was looking for restaurants with these options. We loved the menu and made a reservation. Upon entering, we walked to the dining area where a young lady was standing. Not sure if she worked there, I politely asked her if she worked there. She, looked at me and just said "Yeah..." but nothing followed. So we proceeded to say we had a reservation. She, Shannon is her name, said "OK....again, nothing followed. We said "we like to be seated" and she was "what's the name" we told her, found it, grabbed the menus, and sat us..told us our waiter Tatiana would be with us soon and left. We were so perplexed with this interaction, that we were hoping our server would be better. And she was!! She was amazing! We pretty much forgot about rude Shannon! Now, for the food-one word: AMAZING!!!! The Yuca was delicious, although I would have the sauce on the side to prevent the yucca from becoming soggy, nevertheless, delicious! Then, the Philly cheesesteak empanadas! So good! A bit more cheese please, but fantastic! I ordered the Enchiladas de Mole, Wow oh wow! Out of this world delicious and the Heart of Palm tacos were outstanding! To drink, had the Cantaloupe Paloma with tajin rim, oh so freshening! For dessert, Tres Leches, not your typical Tres Leches, the flavors just dance in your mouth! We gobbled that thing in 2 minutes! Is THAT good! Overall, 10 out of 10!!!! Our server Tatiana, was outstanding!! Made our evening and experience so much better! She rocks! Go try this place, whether you're plant based or not. Highly recommend. read more

Bar Bombon - Heart of Palms Fish Tacos - Vegetarian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Came for dinner and fortunately got a table outside. Tried the jackfruit tacos and Spanish "meatballs". Both were super flavorful. Great service. Will be back. read more

I've been here several times, and loved it every time. This time, we went in on a Sunday for brunch. We had reservations for like 12:30, and that was a smart thing to do, because things got busy in the middle there, and we needed a place to fuel up on food before heading back home on a train for the next hour. We got the nachos, and empanadas. Excellent choice on both fronts. The crust on the empanadas was chewy on the inside and crispy crackly on the outside. When they got to our table, they weren't so hot that they'd burn your mouth. Instead, they were hot and ready to eat right away. Nice! The nachos were generously drizzled with their house made queso (which I think they mentioned is like a potato/carrot situation that they mix in some follow your heart cheese into) which is addictive. You can dip your empanada in there, and you'll be a happy camper. The one wish I had is that they throw a touch more guacamole onto the nachos. There was a tiny little scoop of it on top. However, the rest of the stuff on the nachos was lovely, and we finished every last one. For our main dishes, we got the chorizo burger and the avocado toast. I had been eyeballing the Grande Platter, but the waitress warned me that it was going to be a LOT of food when I asked her how big it was. I switched to the avocado toast instead. That was the right move. The empanadas and the nachos were a fair bit of food, so the avocado toast was just enough so that I didn't die. Both dishes were absolutely delightful. Also, we had the Puerto Rican punch, in mango passionfruit. Holy cow, that was so good. We each kept wanting more, because it was probably the nicest, most refreshing cocktail we'd had all weekend. This is a cute spot for bringing a date, but I'd say it's even better for small groups of friends. There's enough variety in the menu that you can pick and choose a bunch of stuff and share it around. There's enough variety in the cocktail menu that you can all get something that you like. And, when you're done, you can wander out and take a walk, because the location is right by a ton of really good shopping. Service was friendly and attentive. The food did take a bit of time to get to us, but I'd wager it was because everything we ordered had so many components to it that none of it was going to be done quickly. That's fine by me, because it also means that they're probably cooking everything up fresh, rather than letting it sit there waiting for someone to order. read more

We're a true vegetarian crew, and Bar Bombón exceeded all expectations! Every dish was better than the last, the staff were warm and welcoming, and they even surprised us with a complimentary dessert to celebrate our special day . A must-try for vegetarians and food lovers alike! read more

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Wow! Last night we ate dinner with a friend who can't eat onions. The staff was so helpful and accommodating that they actually had a list of prepared dishes that she could eat waiting for upon our arrival. The drinks were so good any you order will be fantastic. You must order the plantain appetizer and the yucca appetizer! These were worth ordering double! That is to say these were excellent. The oyster mushroom and hearts of palm fish tacos were delightfully delicious. Desserts of coffee not ice cream, tres leches cake and chocolate spicy pudding topped off a fabulous evening ing to complement the lovely atmosphere and wonderful waitstaff! read more

We went here for a date. We love going on dates to restaurants. We ate food and we ordered drinks. We had a very nice time on our date. Thank you very much Bar BomBom. read more

Have slowly but surely eaten our way through the menu at Bar Bombon. For someone who isn't vegan, I come back to this place time and time again for it's insanely creative and flavorful dishes, and really fun vibes. Atmosphere-wise, you could be in an elevated beach-front spot in LA. Service is laid-back but quick, and if you've been to any of the HipCity sister restaurants, then you know the cocktail menu is no joke! Their margaritas rank highly on my personal favorites list. Menu-wise, their creative solves for protein are incredibly delicious - you seriously don't miss the meat! Their queso tastes arguably better than the real thing, and their guac never misses. I have hit most Mexican restaurants in the city, and Bar Bombon's are among some of my favorites. read more

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I gave this place another shot and have been having brunch here about 6-8 times a year. The food is tasty and the selection is good on the brunch menu. You'll find staple brunch items like French toast and such. Also get the chest yuca fries. You won't be disappointed. Brunch service smoothly and items come out relatively quickly. Drinks are really good and they have some tasty mock tails for those of you that are zero proof. It's a small space inside for both the bar and the restaurant but it only feels congested when you first walk in to check in for a table. Regarding lunch and dinner, I keep it to just brunch here as I haven't been a fan during those times. read more

Really cute location. But very small. Bar upon walk in was very cozy, not much space to wait if you are holding for a table. When seated, we were told the food comes out as it is made (tapas style) which worked! Beso Romero cocktail was great. Food however lacked flavor. The "chorizo spiced beef" just tasted like warmed impossible meat- which to me is off-putting. Philly Cheese Steak Empanada was not as Philly as they thought. Again, lacked flavor. Plantain's were plantains, can't really mess those up. This visit was not a good representation of Puerto Rican/Latin flavor or culture...vegetable based or not. If I was to return, it would be with grace and a drink at the bar. read more

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