El Mexicano Zapata
Mexican, Vegan-Friendly, Outdoor Seating
Vegan options
Outstanding for vegans ★ 4.5 (2,149) · $$ · Restaurant · Mexican · Hours
Amenities: deck Outdoor Seating
Popular tips: "Try the vegan chimichanga and cactus tacos for flavorful vegan Mexican dishes."
Must-try: quesadilla, fajitas, nachos
Praised for: friendly service, good value, generous portions
El Mexicano Zapata serves Mexican dishes with many vegetarian meals that can be modified to vegan by removing cheese and sour cream. The menu includes lunch and dinner portion sizes, with popular items like vegan chimichangas, cactus tacos, and jalapeño poppers. Known for friendly, attentive service and large portions, the venue offers a casual atmosphere complemented by cocktails such as spicy margaritas and frozen margaritas as large as a person's head.
schedule
Hours
Sunday 11:30 AM-3 PM, 5-9 PM
Monday 11:30 AM-3 PM, 5-9 PM
Tuesday 11:30 AM-3 PM, 5-9 PM
Wednesday 11:30 AM-3 PM, 5-9 PM
Thursday 11:30 AM-3 PM, 5-9 PM
Friday 11:30 AM-3 PM, 5-9 PM
Saturday 11:30 AM-3 PM, 5-9 PM
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1148 Tutanekai Street, Rotorua, 3010, New Zealand
Vegan Friendliness
iOutstanding for vegans
A
- VEGAN OPTIONS Many · 5–10 dishes
- MENU Clearly marked
- STAFF Knowledgeable
- PROTEIN jackfruit, chickpea falafel
Some users reported staff aren't always sure about ingredients.
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