Tacotarian was truly a great surprise. Being an OMNIVORE, this establishment was a hidden gem. Ambiance was captivating and l was quite surprised on how large the establishment was... I was totally surprised by how good all the tacos I ordered. The Gabacho, bean and cheese, and mushroom tacos tasted like any regular taco. Dude it all tasted great. Happy hour was amazing not only for drinks but also for selection items. I will definitely return and eat to my hearts desire. Thank you for a great meal. read more

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this cinco de mayo i had high hopes, as i was craving tortilla soup and ordered some to-go from tacotarian, along with a side of black beans. i wasn't very impressed-- the soup was pretty oily overall and not super flavorful. even after i doctored it up with some salt and spices, it just was lacking. i also didn't get very many beans/veggies in mine, it was 95% broth. it could have used some lime, less oil, and more spices! (which maybe my experience was a one-off, because i read another review that the soup was spicy and mine wasn't at all)? the black beans however were delicious; was hoping for a little more out of the soup though! read more

Tacotarian San Diego - TORTILLA SOUP - pretty oily and lacking flavor (to-go order) - Tacos Near Me - San Diego, California

It was my first time trying a vegan taco shop so I was excited! Lots of space to sit inside. It's a very cute restaurant. Service was great. What I ordered was just ok. I provided pictures below. After eating here I didnt feel very well after. Everything looked great but tasted a little off. Idk if the food was just made fresh or sitting around. Sorry but it wasn't a good first try for me. read more

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I was in San Diego for less than ten days and ate here three times. That's how good the food was! The margaritas were also great! They have a big menu too, so I wish I could've tried more. Seems like the kind of place you can't go wrong no matter what you order. The restaurant was nice and has a parking lot in the back, which is great for the busy area. Highly recommend!! read more

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I loved the horchata we got. The churros were damn fresh and crispy too. Good nachos. I wasn't a big fan of the burrito and I would recommend folks to get the tacos here. I wasn't a fan of the side of rice they serve and the burritos are stuffed with that. The al pastor tacos were good and I'd get them again. The insides of the place are huge and the servers was friendly. read more

I really love the food here. I'm not vegan or vegetarian but omg... do I dare to say the food tastes better than if it had meat? The margaritas here are amazing. The Jamaica margarita is the best. The service is great. The only downside is that there are no waiters. But that's okay. I will say that the vibe of this place is very instagramable. The clothes are cute too. read more

Tacotarian San Diego - Tacos Near Me - San Diego, California

I'm a meat eater and this was a nice experience and something different. But the prices are a bit steep. The restaurant is clean and more spacious than I anticipated. Infused water station and plastic cups to grab your own water as needed. We had a reserved table of about 15 people and customer service was good. The pineapple agua fresca was delicious and my favorite part of my meal. 2 salsas that are both very spicy. The al pastor and fish tacos were okay, I really liked the tortilla of the al pastor taco but I noticed they put a lot of toppings in the tacos so I could barely taste or even notice the protein. The guac was okay, expensive for a very small portion of it. The takis elote on the cob looked more flavorful than it was but the corn itself was cooked well. I won't be returning or recommending this restaurant to others, but I'm glad I tried it! read more

Tacotarian San Diego - Al pastor and fish taco - Tacos Near Me - San Diego, California

Amazing vegan food all around. Quality and taste were top notch. My husband and I went two days in a row when we were in town. It's hard to find vegan food that is truly delicious, so we were so happy to find Tacotarian! Best vegan tacos we've had. read more

Yum! Awesome vegan Mexican food. Great service and food came out fast. Extensive menu. Order at the counter and they deliver to the table. This was wonderful. Thank you read more

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I am not vegan, but came here with vegan friends and was pleasantly surprised! I tried a few tacos and they were all filled with so much flavor. The Veggie taco seemed like an upgraded Dorado tacos with a few more things inside. The Carne Asada tasted so good, you couldn't even tell it was vegan. The bean and cheese taco was a classic but tasted great. For drinks, every margarita sounded good so I did the margarita flight. My favorites on the flight were Tamarindo and mango. If you're looking for a vegan spot, this is the go to! read more

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Went here for my Vegan friends birthday and we were super excited to try meatless dishes! I had the asada fries and they were so good I could barely tell that it wasn't real "meat!" I also loved the orange salsa, it had such a kick to it! The place was also such a chill comfortable spot to hang out with friends. read more

Tacotarian San Diego - Carne asada fries - Tacos Near Me - San Diego, California

It was my first time trying tacotarian, and I was obsessed with the takis elote. I haven't had elote prepared like this since I went vegan 8 years ago, so this was so nostalgic. The ratio of the elote and taki topping on top was perfectly balanced to me! My friend and I also opted for the Crunchwrap and burrito, both of which were delish as well! My friend brought her husky along with us, and I appreciated how dog friendly this place was. They have some outdoor seating, but we were able to sit indoors with her. read more

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Dessert and coffee spot for us! The fried Oreos, vegan ice cream, and for me horchata iced coffee is our go to here they're delicious. The savory food for us was just not worth it at the price point the fact that maybe 0.5oz sides of crema were $2 was definitely not great. And the entrees themselves just weren't our favorite personally but we'll keep coming back for the dessert, coffee, welcoming service, and calm chic atmosphere! read more

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Okay. I lowkey adore this place. It's bigger than you think. As a meat eater, it's more delicious than you think. And someone who always likes to save a buck or two, it's more affordable than you think. Really enjoyed my time here. I came on a Monday around 2pm for a late lunch. They recommended the platter since it's my first time but because I also had an early dinner, I went with two tacos. The first was a jackfruit taco and the second was a dorado. Both kinda smacked but the jackfruit was superior. I opted for the extra hot salsa (which was more medium than anything) and it gave a nice little added touch to the meal. My friend had the asada fries which he devoured so it must have been good. They have a water station there with sliced fruit. They have free wifi. They have merch. The only downside is parking. There are a few right in front of the spot but you'll mostly have to look further out. They have brunch options as well as starters, tacos, elote, side dishes, soups, salads, and most importantly, dessert! Staff were great. I left my wallet and they held onto it as I circled back 30 minutes later. The last thing to note is the phrases and sayings on the wall. A little cheesy but kinda cute at the same time. read more

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Loved trying Tacotarian! The staff was fantastic explaining the menu and assured us everything was plant based, from the "meats" to the "cheeses." I tried the Horchata, chorizo taco, and veggie taco. The horchata tasted delicious, but was a bit thicker than I was used to. Either way, would definitely order again! I often cook with soyrizo, so was looking forward to the chorizo taco, but it tasted more like ground beef than pork to me. The veggie taco was the real standout! Delicious, fresh, and was different than any other taco I've had with its mushrooms and mashed potatoes. It was pretty empty on Saturday night, I hope buisness is busier on other days. Would love to see this place grow and thrive! read more

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Delicious tacos!!! The service was great! The waiter/bar tender was friendly! Watch out for the margarita flight! Delicious but deadly! The elotes were great! Nice casual open air space! read more

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Great vegetarian Mexican food place. My wife dying for sopa de fideo. A lot of places don't have it but these guys did and she loved it. Place has a hip vibe. Not a lot of parking. read more

Best vegan Mexican food. There is plenty of seating inside and also on the patio. My favorite thing to get here is the taco plate where you can mix and match tacos. I have been eating here often over the last year and the food is always fresh and flavorful. read more

Waking into the place was nice, a lot of nice things to look at, and the place was very quaint. The place was not busy when we were there but a lot of order pick ups. The workers that day were very helpful and polite. The bathroom situation is very interesting but cool. If you feel curious look in the men's bathroom. We got the food and understanding what type of food you are eating and tasting the food, you would never know the difference. This place is great and a must try. Thank you read more

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I was in San Diego on business and was excited to see a Tacotarian because I thought it was only in Las Vegas. As a vegan, it's so nice to eat tacos off the entire menu. The service was really good - personable and checked in on us. My husband had the birria ramen special. It was more like birria spaghetti than brothy - like ramen. But it was still good. And I had my faves: the plantain con mole taco, the barbacoa, the gabacho. We even ordered burritos the next day to have on the plane on the return trip home. Highly recommend and wish we had one on the East Coast. read more

would definitely come back here for taco tuesdays! 2.99 for most of their tacos. huge selection of different "meats". i had the carne asada, al pastor, and plantain con mole. all were so delicious and the tortilla was soft and perfect! customer service was awesome. staff was very friendly and personable offering suggestions and recommendations. inside was clean with plenty of seating. read more

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Ordered the taco platter and plantains! Preferred the Al pastor over the asada. More flavorful/unique. The size green salsa added just the right kick. Rice and beans hit the spot, good portion size. Plantains were small portions and kinda unremarkable but good. I could go without and rather get another taco. read more

Tacotarian San Diego - Taco platter - Tacos Near Me - San Diego, California

the food and service here are great! i love the location and design of the restaurant, and was super excited to try out some new vegan food. they have a very solid menu selection, and i like how many protein options they have. i tried the nachos and the taco platter, which were both delicious! the vegan proteins are very well made, and i thought that the sauces and flavor combinations were very well thought out. personally, my favorite taco that i tried was the plantain taco as it was unique in terms of flavor profile. the guac is also made fresh here and was quite tasty. the food also came out really fast given that there were quite a few people ordering and eating in the restaurant. it was a little bit loud inside the restaurant, but it wasn't crazy or anything. overall, i would definitely recommend tacotarian for some quick service and delicious tacos! read more

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Completely plant-based taqueria with a solid menu. It's clean and has a trendy vibe. We loved everything we tried, especially the birria platter, the elote, and the al pastor taco. The salsas were delicious too. I personally wasn't a fan of the vegan cheese texture on the birria tacos (I'm vegetarian, not vegan), but my husband didn't mind it. Service was friendly and the food came out quickly. For two people, our total was $48 with one glass-bottle soda, birria platter, and 3 tacos from the taco menu. A little on the pricey side for me, but overall, really good food. read more

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Stopped by this place when I was heading back home and got hungry. The place is very spacious and clean, and the prices are decent. I'm giving it 3 stars because the tacos have way too much garnish! the al pastor had very little meat and about 3/4 of pineapple, the potato one had so much lettuce and cheese that I didn't even tasted any potatoes and it fell apart within the first bite (they over fried the tortilla and with the weight and wetness of the garnishes it broke). The chicken milanesa one had a little piece of chicken and no milanesa in sight. You can see by the pic I took how big and vast they look, unfortunately, is mainly cheese, crema, and lettuce. Un buen taco debe de ser mitad carnita, un cuarto de guarnición, y poco espacio libre para la salsa y para que aguante el peso la tortilla. read more

Tacotarian San Diego - al pastor, chicken milanesa and taco dorado. - Tacos Near Me - San Diego, California

Delicious as always! I'm from out of town and my family makes it a point to come when we're in town. My non-vegan grandpa, finds it delicious and cleans his plate every time. Great customer service and food. The horchata is bomb too. There are options for outdoor & indoor seating. There are restrooms available for customers. Complimentary water is available in the dining area. If you manage to find a spot right in front, you'll have to pay for parking (we got $56 in fines because we didn't realize). There is free parking behind the restaurant though! read more

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I absolutely love Tacotarian! This place is a true gem, especially for vegans. There really need to be more spots like this. Mexican food is my favorite, and taco shops are one thing I truly missed after making the lifestyle change. I come here all the time, and my go-to is the chilaquiles for breakfast with carne asada. That said, everything here is fantastic, and don't forget to try the horchata, just be sure not to drink it all before your food arrives! I'm also a huge fan of the Quesa Birria, though a small tip for the cooks: please heat up the consommé a bit more. I'll definitely keep coming back, and a big thanks to the owners and staff for bringing such good food and great vibes to the neighborhood! read more

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I wanted to love this place so much more than I did because of the great reviews. We got two tacos-veggie and the fish and both were okay. I know things are expensive, but I was hoping for more than 2.5 bites for $3.99. They were okay, the flavors were missing for more and I really wanted something else from these. Maybe we got the wrong type of tacos, but I was left wanting more from these two tacos. Also got the asada fries and also okay? I was so excited to see asada fries on the menu and was excited to see the number of toppings to fry ratio. The asada didn't have much flavor and the guacamole was the only redeeming part of the meal. I could not actually finish it and that might be one of the first times that it has ever happened. I wanted to get the churros, but given how I was so unimpressed by the rest of the meal I could not bring myself to buy them. Really wish we had gone elsewhere for tacos. read more

Great Plant Based Mexican food (even if you or friends are not vegan). Really good spot for non-vegans to try out some delicious plant based dishes. Easy, smooth service with good recommendations. Order from the bar, get your drinks/cocktails/etc. and order #, go sit down, inside or out, food is brought warm and friendly to your table. Good vibes. Good for families. Nice setting. Right on 30th St. Easy street parking out front (just be sure to pay with the app bc SD parking enforcement is Aggressive for real). Enjoy? read more

Tacotarian San Diego - BIG taco, loaded nachos, hot and mild salsas, shredded corn app, Pina Fresca, and taco plate - Tacos Near Me - San Diego, California

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Today tried the Asada Fries & mom got her usual fish taco. I have to say the food is really tasty & you'd never know the dishes are plant based, no real meat. The Asada Fries were delicious and the fish taco. Service was pleasant & I didn't have to wait long to order & was less than 10 minutes to prepare. There are two sides for seating the bar area is open & breezy wall/bar high chair seating & seats at the bar. And more tables are available on the opposite side that is not opened to the outside so less breeze. There is parking in entrance from alley off Meade or Kansas street. And limited street parking if you're lucky. Entrance from 30th street & also from the parking lot. Prices are pretty reasonable & some items comparable to regular Latin food shops but the fries $13.99 were half the size of those spots with meat. But definitely filling. Tacos are similar & actually $1 or so less. So I recommend Tacotarian for healthier options. Tacotarian is Latin & women owned & started in Las Vegas & there they have several different locations. It's one of my aunts favorite places when she visits Vegas. So she was extremely excited to come visit her sister & find this gem below the apts she lives in. read more

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Great staff, great food! Will definitely be going again. I recommend trying the hibiscus margarita

I've visited one of the Vegas locations a few times and was excited to visit their SD location, it was just as good! I tried their Mexican pizza. I imagined it would be about the size of the Taco Bell one, but it wasn't, this one is huge! It's about the size of a medium pizza. Their enchiladas were tasty, but cold on the inside. At tacotarian you order at the counter, you're given a number and they bring your food out. It's super casual ambiance and service, with very tasty food. read more

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I love have a vegan option in town. I never thought I would ever try birria. Until I tried it here, so flavorful and fun to dip. I love all they have so many options. I recommend the gabacho for meat eaters. I also love the barbacoa. Fideo soup is always good and I love the rice with veggies mixed in. Definitely a go to when Im in the area. read more

We had visitors from out of town who were vegan, so we needed to find a great spot in San Diego that everyone could enjoy. That's how we found Tacotarian. I ordered the Cali Burrito with carne asada, which came with beans, rice, and a salad. The portion was generous and filling for the price. Overall, I really enjoyed the food, though I did notice a slightly weird aftertaste from the burrito. I also ordered a margarita flight, and it was so fun to try all the different flavors and rim dips. I'd definitely recommend getting the flight instead of just one margarita. It's worth it for the variety and the price. Service was fast. Our food actually came out before our drinks! The restaurant itself is beautifully decorated, with lots of indoor seating and a nice outdoor area too. read more

Tacotarian San Diego - BIRRIA PLATTER, CALI BURRITO, Margarita Flight - Tacos Near Me - San Diego, California

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I'm not vegan , but I come here with my vegan friends and mom and this place is delicious ! You can't even tell it's vegan . Hands down would come everytime I am near by this place ! read more

The drill is order at the counter and food is brought out in simple dining yet sufficient ambiance. Friendly staff. Infused water. I went with the taco platter which comes with three tacos and a side salad with beans and rice. I went with the veggie- mashed potato, mushroom, onion, roasted poblano pepper, corn, garlic, lettuce, cilantro lime dressing, and pico, carne asada- seitan, guacamole, pico, and queso fresco, and mushroom asada- portobello, chili powder, onion, and cilantro. All in all, they were tasty and nourishing. Recommended! read more

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Good spot for being vegan. I'm not vegan but it was good and the alternative meats tasted solid. Secret menu crunch wrap was the highlight read more

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Absolutely loved every bite and the horchata was one of the best I've ever had so it's unfortunate that I'm giving this a 3 rating. My experience with staff was very unpleasant. Pick up order through the online was great and quick. So, I wish this establishment no ill review at all, food was fantastic but the rude discriminatory exchange I had with one staff member was not cool and could have been executed better. Again, great vegan food! read more

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This was super good. Asada fries no cream extra cheese. Kept me full all day for $15. Service was great the cashier was super nice . Cool spot. read more

Tacotarian San Diego - ASADA FRIES - Tacos Near Me - San Diego, California

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The sign outside the restaurant reads, "Don't let anyone treat you like free salsa." Ironically, that's exactly how I felt when I stepped inside. The restaurant itself is visually appealing, with a great logo and merchandise. However, as a first-time visitor, I found it confusing. A sign indicating where to place orders would have been helpful. I took a seat at the bar, expecting to be served, but unfortunately, no one attended to me. Then some younger people walked in and they were greeted and told where to place their order! When I did place my order the food arrived quickly, it was good but I thought the soy alternative to meat was too sweet. The iced tea was very good. I wouldn't be able to recommend this place at this point. read more