La Vagabunda
A colorful taqueria offering a vibrant atmosphere, live music nightly, and a diverse menu with a standout breakfast selection.
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La Vagabunda
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A colorful taqueria offering a vibrant atmosphere, live music nightly, and a diverse menu with a standout breakfast selection.
"The only restaurant that did not hassle or ask me to come eat at their place. Service was quick and very friendly."
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Explore creative options like Crunchy Octopus Tostada or Cauliflower Tacos for adventurous flavors.
Weekend & Holiday Specials
Inquire about special menus, like the Thanksgiving offering with a Mexican flan dessert.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Mexican
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+52 984 176 3145
Address
5ta Av entre 24 Y 26, Quinta Avenida, Centro, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico
Website
vagabundaplaya.com/Highlights
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Vibrant Atmosphere with Live Music
Enjoy a lively ambiance with live music nightly, perfect for people-watching from the open patio.
Extensive Breakfast Menu
Savor a wide array of breakfast options, from traditional Mexican dishes to creative eggs benedict.
Flavorful Mexican Cuisine
Indulge in delicious and authentic Mexican flavors, including tacos, quesadillas, and nachos.
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Try Unique Dishes
Explore creative options like Crunchy Octopus Tostada or Cauliflower Tacos for adventurous flavors.
Weekend & Holiday Specials
Inquire about special menus, like the Thanksgiving offering with a Mexican flan dessert.
Breakfast Hours
Visit during breakfast for traditional Mexican options and diverse egg choices.
Payment Consideration
If paying with US Dollars, ensure bills are in good condition to avoid payment issues.
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Try Unique Dishes
Explore creative options like Crunchy Octopus Tostada or Cauliflower Tacos for adventurous flavors.
Weekend & Holiday Specials
Inquire about special menus, like the Thanksgiving offering with a Mexican flan dessert.
Breakfast Hours
Visit during breakfast for traditional Mexican options and diverse egg choices.
Payment Consideration
If paying with US Dollars, ensure bills are in good condition to avoid payment issues.
Service Awareness
Service can be slow due to high demand; plan accordingly.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
La Vagabunda is praised for its lively atmosphere, friendly service, and extensive breakfast menu, particularly its unique egg benedict variations. While many rave about the fresh flavors and vibrant energy, some find the food to be average and service can occasionally be slow.
"On my recent trip to playa, I stopped in a few times to this lovely little joint. Service was super friendly and attentive and the food was absolutely amazing ! I had the coconut shrimp the first time and then second time a shrimp quesadilla. Both were amazing . Will definitely be back if ever in the riviera area again."
Samanthajz88
"Thoroughly enjoyed my experience. The only restaurant that did not hassle or ask me to come eat at their place. Service was quick and very friendly. Really well priced. There is this mixed juice that tasted really fresh and it was a quite cheap too.
Sam served me and was very informative. All the other stuff were really nice as well.
First meal coming to Mexico and will be going back for more."
Gavin De Souza
"This place was my favorite casual Mexican dinning experience of the trip. The service was quick and friendly, and made helpful recommendations. Loved that you get see the bustle of the street from your table and there were live singers that we could listen to while we ate. The food was all fresh and well seasoned. The carne asada tacos were tender and the baja tacos had juicy shrimp.
One of my favorite dishes was the tuna tostadas because there was a generous portion of tuna and the tuna was delicious. presentation was pretty with an avocado flower on top. Surprisingly the pasta was delicious as well a bit on the creamy side but still flavorful. Ceviche had a nice tang to it and the calamari was perfectly crispy. I recommend trying the enchiladas because the two sauces were both good but I liked the flavor of the green sauce the most. Overall a wonderful experience and would go back if in Cancun area."
Nia
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Frequently Asked Questions
Breakfast is served from 7 am to 1 pm Monday to Saturday, and from 7 am to 3 pm on Sundays. [^M4]
Yes, live music is featured every night, adding to the vibrant atmosphere., [^M6]
While not explicitly detailed, the menu offers various vegetable-based dishes like guacamole and veggie tacos that can often be adapted. It's best to inquire with your server.
The restaurant accepts USD, but ensure bills are in good condition. [^data]
Yes, the restaurant can accommodate large groups and has been recommended for them.
Popular dishes include various tacos, quesadillas, chilaquiles, and unique egg benedict options. [^data],
While reservations aren't explicitly mentioned as required, the restaurant can accommodate walk-ins and large groups. It's always a good idea to call ahead for larger parties.
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La Vagabunda is known for its friendly atmosphere and expat clientele, making it the perfect place to celebrate a big group, family-style thanksgiving. They are offering a wonderfully traditional 3-course menu of baked brie, creamy sweetcorn soup, turkey with all the festive trimmings and a traditional Mexican flan for dessert. To make the meal even more tempting, the price of their Thanksgiving menu includes one glass of wine or a beer.
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Great music & even better food pretty much summarizes what your experience will be like at La Vagabunda. With an open-air dining patio, palm trees, live music, and traditional Mexican food, La Vagabunda feels like a vacation (while on vacation) – honestly, eating here is a lot of fun. Serving up every meal of the day, you can enjoy everything from delicious eggs benedict, Belgian waffles, or pancakes to nachos, enchiladas, or tacos.
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You can start with a drink at La Vagabunda which is likely to have live music, before choosing from one of the many restaurants on offer. Amate 38 has Yucatecan food amongst natural water features and tree top canopies while Luma Taverna offers Mediteranean meals with glimpses of the beach. Cueva del Chango has Mexican classics in a cave-like setting while Trujillos Cantina offers sophisticated cocktails and seafood dishes.
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I’ve been to three of La Vagabunda’s locations which are situated on la Quinta, la 28 de julio and at 38th near the beach. The one on la 28 de julio, my favourite location, hosts an enormous space that is ideal for families with an adjacent swimming pool that you could literally jump in to pre or post dining from your table. Breakfast is served from 7 am to 1 pm from Monday to Saturday and on Sundays from 7 am to 3 pm.
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¡La Vagabunda de la Calle 38 es un favorito local; disfruta de un desayuno mexicano que no vaciará tu bolsillo!. El menú ofrece tacos y burritos para el desayuno (y por supuesto muchos platillos más), pero lo que hace que este establecimiento se destaque es su variedad de opciones de huevos benedictinos. Desde la versión clásica, hasta una con aguacate o incluso con salsa de chile, ¡hay algo para todos los gustos!
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This upbeat Mexican eatery has been flourishing on Playa del Carmen’s famous 5th Avenue for over a decade. In addition to the bursts of colorful decor, the sounds of soulful musicians, and whiffs of authentic Mexican flavors will capture your attention as you pass by their lively patio. For good music, good margaritas, and good times, La Vagabunda checks all of the boxes.
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La Vagabunda: Love live music in the morning with mimosas?. (11am to 1PM weekdays) Then this is your spot!. They offer a full bottle of sparkling wine with a carafe of fresh orange juice on ice for $390pesos or approx $22USD.
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La Vagabunda Fiesta - Don't expect great food or fancy drinks here, but kids love jumping on the inflatables spread out in its outdoor area and there's a swimming pool, too. Good place for hosting your kid's party.
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La Vagabunda Restaurant is popular on 5th Avenue near 26th Street. It has dumbed down Mexican food and basic breakfast. Some hotels use this as a breakfast spot for guest so it looks busier than it should be.
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For Mexican cuisine with an international spin, head to La Vagabunda. Other than serving some of the best breakfast in Playa del Carmen, you can grab a phenomenal lunch and dinner there as well.
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