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    Vegan Vato

    4.4 (52 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 8:30 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Jeff S.

    Fantastic. Will definitely go back, and I'm not vegan. The wait was long, but otherwise excellent.

    It blows my mind that anyone would rate Vegan Vato less than 5 stars. This place was incredible. I got the Crunchwrap and the loaded fries with asada and the flavor was unmatched. 100% recommend.

    New Mexico Impossible Burger (that means green chilies among other condiments) and fries.
    Paul F H.

    We decided to come to the Differential Brewery (reviewed separately) last night specifically because the Vegan Vato (Vegan Dude) food truck would be there. We arrived about 4:30 and started with a round of beers. A few minutes later we saw the truck pull up and start prepping for service. After checking their menu on their website as and verifying our selections with the menu board, we walked up and placed our order. Though the chef was still prepping it was no problem to enter our order into his system. When it was ready (and it didn't take too long) a text alerted us that it was ready. The burger was thick and juicy with just the right amount of onions, mushrooms and green chile -- spicy but not overwhelming. An ample amount of fries made for a delicious and filling meal. The others in our party enjoyed their food too. If you are at the brewery (or anywhere else the Vegan Vato shows up--don't let the fact it is vegan deter you from ordering--the flavors and portions should satisfy even the most carnivorous eaters among us.

    Hildie H.

    I have been following on FB Vegan Vato back when ir was a food truck, always said I was going to eat there. I finally came to ABQ and tried the food and it was amazing! So good we order to eat in and then ordered to take back to the airbnb. Recommend this place.

    Vegan cheese Chile relleno, vegan chick'n strips and loaded fries with vegan cheese, seitanand green chili! Yummy
    Dennis M.

    The Vegan food here is so good. Everything we had was spot on delicious! Breakfast items awesome. Lunch items awesome

    This is the location of where you can find really good vegan.  The 3 amigos are very good.  It is hard to find good vegan cheese.
    Henri Y.

    The cheese dip is really good. I would drive 30 minutes to get it. Friendly. I like that it is small. Excellent NMCali burro.

    Loaded fries
    Noel S.

    Wow, I can't believe I am reviewing a vegan joint. These guys were in front of Marble West tonight. We got the loaded fries and wow.... So good! It was hearty even without meat and the flavors were just right with Green and Red chiles. If you get a chance to try it, I highly recommend it. And I would order it again.

    i got the crunchwrap, my husband got the quesadillas

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    The food tastes like it came out of a frozen bag and the owner is really creepy to interact with. Won't be returning.

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    I love this place. I stop here everytime I'm in New Mexico. The food's amazing. Dude cooking is cool. Must try

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    While visiting Albuquerque we ate here for virtually every meal! Really tasty stuff! They were very accommodating and helpful.

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    Wow. Visited Flock of Moons Brewery. Ordered loaded fries from Vato. Amazing...Service great.

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    Ask the Community - Vegan Vato

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    Lucky Goose - The chicken sammie called the Lucky Chick'n

    Lucky Goose

    4.5(109 reviews)
    1.9 miNob Hill
    $$

    In search of vegetarian options and stumbled on this place…read more Super friendly service. Will visit again when in Albuquerque. The ambience was quiet given it was a Friday evening. Super proud of my decision to come here they sure did not disappoint.

    I walked in... normally, used to be, other customers got, a welcome/hello. I got a look and sigh…read more Walked up to the counter. Sigh lady says "it'll be a few minutes." Ok. I peruse the menu, another customer drops their shake. Gonna be longer. That's fine, go help them. "No, I can take your order REALLY FAST." Well, I was looking at the menu, but cool to be rushed. I remember when the young lady that used to work there was at the counter. 6-8 people in line, greeted with a smile and Hi! Welcome in! There was a longer wait, but it was ok, because the service was good, and so was the food. Today? I'll never return. I spent over $15.00 including a credit card surcharge (a business owner that wants to take credit cards but can't be bothered to be a business owner and pay their bills.) I left a $5 cash tip - I figured I'd the business owner can't pay the 3% on a bad merchant account, they most likely aren't paying the staff livable wages... I sat down and put my gear down, and waited... for about 15 minutes, before this garbage salad that was falsely advertised as having toppings and 3 sliced chick'n strips. The entire salad didn't fill the bowl.? On the bottom were less than a teaspoon of diced tomatoes. In the entire salad there was ONE "fried onion." The lettuce was chopped like slop, there was barely enough chick'n to call it 1.5 slices. Absolute trash. For 15$ I ate my salad, listening as Morticia Addams' understudy pleasantly said good bye, have a nice day, et cetera to the customers who were leaving. I got up, threw my trash, walked out. Silence: The whole time I was in there, a cheap speaker was streaming some crappy 90s "radio friendly hip hop." When my salad was brought to me, even after explaining it's very hard to eat, or carry , a salad on a motorcycle, it arrived in a to-go/carry out, lid is RIGHT THERE,.Morticia helpfully pointed it out, a subtle hint that I wasn't a welcome guest. As I was gearing up to get on my motorcycle out comes our antagonist. Not to be polite or anything. To smoke or vape. I didn't stick around to smell which one she was doing in the doorway. I get it, lucky goose doesn't want my money. They've made it abundantly clear. That's fine. I'll go to Steelbender, where they have vegan options, and like that customers come on to give them money. I accidentally posted this review to the uptown location. I've never been, and will never be, to that location. This review was the knob hill location.

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    Vegos - Enchilada Plate with seitan, beans and rice. Some elote on the side.

    Vegos

    4.7(176 reviews)
    1.9 miMidtown/University
    $$

    Delicious made-from-scratch casual vegan Mexican food. Yum. I'm so glad I came here amid numerous…read moregreat vegan options in Albuquerque. I was impressed with the wide array of vegan "proteins" including tofu (grilled or fried), soy curls, homemade seitan, calabacitas, and avocado. I got the enchilada plate (because I can NEVER resist enchiladas) Christmas style. It comes with 1-2 proteins and I added a third so I could try the grilled tofu, the grilled soy curls, and the seitan. It was hard to tell what was what with so many things in there - probably should have gotten an extra side of one of the proteins instead. Nevertheless everything was incredible. Great chile sauce and beans and rice. I was super disappointed that they were out of kombucha during my visit - they typically have both Stargazer and New Mexico Ferments.

    This place came highly recommended from research to this city and let me tell you, it was one of…read morethe best meals I had on my cross country trip. With modest curb appeal, it gives the feel of an old school diner with an earthy, sustainable twist. The service was fast and excellent especially if visiting for the first time. We were given suggestions and options based on our tastes. Though I am pescatarian, I enjoy many vegan or vegetarian dishes and I would be willing to bet meat eaters would love this place too! Fresh ingredients packed with so much flavor! A true gem of Albuquerque.

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    Mesa Provisions - Chile en Nogada

    Mesa Provisions

    4.5(159 reviews)
    1.6 miNob Hill

    My wife and I were welcomed by three people with terrific inviting smiles. We didn't have a…read morereservation, they found us a spot the bar. The bartenders were busy busy making drinks and taking care of the people around the bar. Our waiter/bartender greeted us, gave us the lowdown and didn't hurry us. The vibe is a laid back cool. We ordered the biscuits which of course has to have green chile, I mean we are in New Mexico. They were fresh and straight out of the oven. I've could have had ten, but I only ate one and it was the perfect size. My bride ordered the paperadlle pasta, as soon as she had her first bite remarked how fresh and delicious the dish was. I ordered the halibut and it was cooked to perfection. It sat on a saffron sauce that was perfect. Saffron can over power certain dishes and it was the perfect balance. The asparagus with onions were great. We will return! It was great

    Mesa Provisions is serving creative new American cuisine in a casual yet elevated and modern space…read morewith a high top bar and open kitchen. SERVICE Friendly, helpful, attentive. FOOD 5/5 BISCUITS: Green Chile, Sharp Cheddar, Red Chile Honey Butter (superb) 5/5 APPLE & SUNCHOKE SALAD (crunchy, cheesy, creamy, veggie dreamy): Pecan, Aged Gouda, Avocado, Radish, Beet Mostarda 4.5/5 LAMB RAGU: Pappardelle Pasta, Fresh Sheep's Milk Cheese, Herbs 5/5 Chocolate Cake: decadent, moist PARKING Streetside

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    Annapurna's World Vegetarian Cafe - Chapati "taco" with filling.  It was so good I was almost done before I remember to take photo

    Annapurna's World Vegetarian Cafe

    3.5(283 reviews)
    1.1 miMidtown/University
    $$

    I was so excited to come to Annapurna's because I love Ayurvedic food and innovative food and was…read morelooking forward to sharing a wholesome, nutritious meal with friends. We came around 3:30pm so we could catch the masala chai happy hour. I love masala chai and rarely have the chance to get freshly made dairy-free chai. I was disappointed basically from the first moment after walking inside. The server greeted us by announcing, "We are out of vegetables today." I didn't know how this was possible; eventually, she explained that they had run out of the "veggies of the day" that come with certain dishes such as the yogi plate; they were still able to provide vegetables in other dishes like the kitchari. But I was shocked, since I love vegetables, and their veggies of the day are so prominently advertised. I asked if the other location had vegetables available today. The server was unable to tell me. We decided to place our order anyway. I had some questions about the baked goods, since I rarely get the chance to have desserts that are vegan and seed oil-free. I was curious if any of the baked goods was entirely oil-free or at least free of coconut oil. The server seemed very unmotivated to help me figure this out. When I asked about ingredients, she just repeatedly pointed me to the labels on the cookies that denoted the type of sugar each one contained as well as certain allergens, but did not have full ingredient lists. I asked if the chef or manager might be available to clarify certain ingredients, only to be told that "the chef usually only works in the mornings." I was at a loss, and eventually, with some obvious reluctance, the server went into the kitchen to ask one of the cooks about the ingredient lists. The server returned saying "Yes, the majority of the items have coconut oil." Ummmm the majority? Which ones, exactly? At this point, I gave up and just did not order dessert. I tried to order an iced chai which they were out of. I ended up getting a hot chai as well as kitchari and dal. The chai was pretty average. It wasn't particular spicy nor particularly hot. The kitchari and dal were actually incredibly delicious. It's rare to find a restaurant that doesn't use excessive salt; these dishes were perfectly seasoned with warm, nourishing spices and very little (if any?) salt. Even the fact that they were served basically lukewarm didn't detract from how much I enjoyed them. This place seems truly special and I don't know if my experience was an exception. I really wanted to love them, but they made it pretty difficult, despite having great and healthy food.

    I ordered a samosa with coconut and date tamarind chutneys and a cup of carrot ginger soup. I…read morereceived neither chutney, and the samosa was barely cooked (see photo). The soup was okay but lukewarm. When I called respectfully to let them know, I was spoken over and met with defensiveness instead of being heard. Manager: please review both kitchen standards and front-of-house professionalism. You all are better than this.

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    M’tucci’s Bar Roma - Cacio e Pepe ravioli

    M’tucci’s Bar Roma

    4.1(335 reviews)
    1.8 miNob Hill
    $$

    Excellent food. Way too loud inside. Anything from the bar is slow to receive. Glass of wine…read moretook 15 minutes. Servers are efficient and polite for the most part. Very disappointing experience the other day at lunch. One of the people in our party ordered from the lunch special column. It was supposed to come with a lemon cookie but when we asked about it we were told they didn't have any. The server said she'd bring a scoop of ice cream instead. She later came back and said her manager said she could not give him any ice cream. The server apologized and said it was her fault for offering it in the first place. The manager humiliated the poor waitress and disappointed us over a scoop of ice cream. Very poor judgment.

    My boyfriend and I went out to dinner with my work mom and her husband. It was wonderful! I like…read morethe ambiance in this location better than the others. It's in a historic area but the inside is chic, modern, and lively. Bold paint colors, unique bar and table sets, and they even have chandeliers hanging from the ceiling. The only caveat is that it is LOUD. Between the noise of eating, talking, and the music, it is difficult to hear each other. The service was excellent. I wish I could remember his name to give him a shout-out. He was knowledgeable about the menu and had great suggestions for drinks, appetizers and main dishes. He also, was friendly and funny, and took care of us without hovering but was somehow always there when we needed something. The food was excellent, with large portions, great flavors, clean ingredients and fresh new takes on a lot of dishes. I had the Sourdough Gnocchi with onions, brocolini, and added salmon. It was truly amazing! They had a blackberry shrub, which is non-alcoholic, that I was able to add alcohol to and it was delicious! We also had the calamari for an appetizer and it was beautifully done, perfectly cooked, with light breading, and excellent sauces to dip it in. If you haven't been, I would highly recomend you check it out!

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    Vegan Vato - foodtrucks - Updated June 2026

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