La Cantina
Mexican, Vegan Enchiladas
Vegan options
Very vegan-friendly ★ 4.4 (2,665) · $$ · Restaurant · Mexican · Hours
Amenities: deck Outdoor Seating
Popular tips: "Try the vegan enchiladas with roja or verde sauce for a flavorful meal"
Must-try: enchilada, enchiladas, nachos
Praised for: lively atmosphere, fast service, friendly service
La Cantina is a casual Mexican cantina known for its extensive vegan menu featuring traditional dishes made with seitan and other plant-based proteins. The vibe is lively and welcoming with fast service, generous portions, and tasty margaritas. While the restaurant serves meat and dairy, it maintains a separate vegan menu, though some reviews mention vegan items may be fried in shared oil.
schedule
Hours
Sunday 11 AM-10 PM
Monday 11 AM-10 PM
Tuesday 11 AM-10 PM
Wednesday 11 AM-10 PM
Thursday 11 AM-10 PM
Friday 11 AM-11 PM
Saturday 11 AM-11 PM
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directions
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1911 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
Vegan Friendliness
iVery vegan-friendly
B
- VEGAN OPTIONS Many · 5–10 dishes
- MENU Separate vegan menu
- STAFF Friendly
- PROTEIN seitan, Upton’s protein, vegan beef + 3 more
Some users reported cross-contamination — worth asking about sauces before ordering.
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