Malportaco Mexico City

Best vegan tacos in Narvarte

Carolina from Mexico City

About me I'm currently studying film production at Centro de Capacitación Cinematográfica and English Literature at UNAM. I love riding my bike around my neighborhood (Narvarte) alongside Baphy (my dog) and watching movies at Cineteca Nacional. I love food and I love discovering new vegan spots in my city that offer things I never imagined I needed in my life–like pumpkin flower hot wings. I...
""Malportaco" in Mexico City is a 100% plant-based/vegan restaurant - its vegan tacos are amazing! Very cosy at night with its romantic dim candlelight..."

With Mexico being one of the top Latin American countries the most vegan/vegetarian inhabitants, it comes as no surprise that many traditional dishes have left meat for other plant-based substitutes. Located in front of Parque Naciones Unidas (AKA Parque Las Américas) in Narvarte, Malportaco offers a variety of popular Mexican deliciousness. Although it is not widely advertized as such, 100% of Malportaco's menu is plant-based.
The restaurant has a few tables outside, a small bar and some more tables inside. It is small but cozy. At night, it is lit by candles and dim lights, making it the perfect spot for a romantic dinner. However, it is also a great spot to eat with friends and drink some artisanal beer.

The staff is very friendly and helpful. My personal favorite is the chicharron taco, and their "agua del día" never disappoints.

The minimum amount to pay with card is $100mxn, so be sure to bring cash if you're not that hungry.

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About me I'm currently studying film production at Centro de Capacitación Cinematográfica and English Literature at UNAM. I love riding my bike around my neighborhood (Narvarte) alongside Baphy (my dog) and watching movies at Cineteca Nacional. I love food and I love discovering new vegan spots in my city that offer things I never imagined I needed in my life–like pumpkin flower hot wings. I also like to walk around and admire the mid-twentieth century architecture around my neighborhood, wondering who might be living there now. Why Mexico City Mexico City is one of th...

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