El Cantaro

Husband and wife Hector and Luvia dreamed of owning a restaurant that provided healthy, authentic Mexican food – and this resulted in El Cantaro. Both vegans, the duo believes that the path to healthy eating comes with many challenges, and wanted to find away to help their customers overcome these struggles. El Cantaro’s mission is to help others understand the importance of a vegan diet.

Monterey is not the most vegan-friendly destination since most restaurants want to make use of all the great local seafood. El Cantaro is an exception. You’ll find plant-based spins on traditional Oaxacan and Pueblan dishes, like tlayudas, mole negro, and chile en nogada.

There’s no shortage of great vegan Mexican options where I live in L.A.; but if I’m being completely honest, I feel we’re lacking in really authentic vegan Mexican food here. Like, I want a healthy serving of refried beans with the melted cheese on top, Spanish rice, alongside some melty, gooey, enchiladas – and some fresh, crispy tortilla chips to scoop it all up with. And guess what: Monterey’s got just the spot to satisfy my never-ending cravings for exactly that, at El Cantaro, a fully vegan Mexican restaurant.

791 Foam St, Monterey, CA 93940If you’re looking for authentic Mexican food that is 100% vegan, look no further than El Cantaro in Monterey. This restaurant is serving up an incredible menu of Mexican favorites like homemade tamales, chilaquiles, empanadas, tacos, and more!. Try my favorite — the Hurache — a corn tortilla layered with beans, cheese, smoky cactus, and topped with avocado and a tangy tahini sauce.

Best for: Vegan Mexican foodAddress: 791 Foam St, Monterey, CA 93940Contact info: (831) 646-5465Cuisine: VeganDon’t miss: Potato tacos No reservations Menu. Take your vegan friends to this popular spot, which serves up traditional and creative Mexican fare without the meat. The extensive menu features many dishes you would expect in a Mexican restaurant, including burritos, tacos, mole, and pozole.

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Everyone who walks into this cheery, famliy-run restaurant walks out rooting for its success. That's because the hardworking couple who own El Cantaro (along with her father) are on a mission: they want to bring healthier, GMO-free, sustainable, food to the United States. But they push that agenda with big, wide smiles and some of the tastiest, freshest grub in town.

Yes, you read that right, and El Cantaro nails it like nothing we’ve ever seen!. If you thought you’d never be able to order a vegan barbecue chickin (spelled incorrectly on purpose) burrito, you’d be wrong. Located at the end of Wave Street, El Cantaro has an extensive menu including all of your favorite Mexican dishes — and every ingredient is completely vegan.

Everyone who walks into this cheery, famliy-run restaurant walks out rooting for its success. That's because the hardworking couple who own El Cantaro (along with her father) are on a mission: they want to bring healthier, GMO-free, sustainable, food to the United States.

El Cantaro was established by a couple, Luvia and Hector as they would like to pursue their dream of providing healthy food. This vegan Mexican restaurant serves authentic Mexican food in the US. Appretizers, salads, soups and kid’s menu are being served.

You’ll find plant-based spins on traditional Oaxacan and Pueblan dishes, like tlayudas, mole negro, and chile en nogada. Tacos are also a staple here: choose from nopal, mushroom, crispy potato, or a variety of vegan meats as your filling.

Editor's Note: There's no photo available at the time of writing. A haven for vegan-friendly people. If you love Mexican, and if you love vegan, there is no place you would rather be than at El Cantaro Vegan Mexican Restaurant.

Description: Cheery, health-conscious eatery featuring vegan Mexican standards, including some with faux meat. Website:www.orderelcantaro.com. Location:791 Foam St, Monterey, CA 93940

791 Foam StMonterey, CA 93940(831) 646-5465 Visit Website See Menu Open in Google Maps. El Cantaro provides Monterey with affordable vegan items that originated from Mexican cuisine.

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