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Mad Mex Shadyside

Mexican, Vegan Seitan Wings & Tofu

Worth ordering: #2 Wings in Pittsburghnamed in 5 reviews

Try the crispy seitan wings with spicy sauce.

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Top tips

Ask about: animal ingredients Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Good to know: Confirm which dishes are vegan: the menu identifies vegetarian dishes but doesn't clearly label vegan ones.
  • Ask about vegan cheese and sour cream substitutions for tofu tacos.
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  • Good to know: Ask about sauces and sides before ordering; one reviewer was told the fajita sauce contains butter, and the black beans contain dairy.
  • Ask whether steamed tofu can be added to a bowl; a reviewer was able to get it even though it wasn't listed on the menu.

People mention

Guacamole, bowl and tacos.

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Also chips and guacamole, enchilada, pepita salsa, tofu plate, burrito and chips and salsa.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: families

Praised for friendly service, generous portions and attentive service.

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Also praised for lively atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout, quick bites
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Mad Mex is a lively, modern Tex-Mex chain with a large menu and colorful decor; reviewers single out the crispy seitan wings, tofu tacos, and fresh guacamole. Vegan cheese and sour cream can be substituted, but the menu labels vegetarian dishes rather than clearly identifying vegan ones, so ask staff to confirm ingredients.

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220 S Highland Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206

Opening hours

Monday
11:00–00:00
Tuesday
11:00–00:00
Wednesday
11:00–00:00
Thursday
11:00–00:00
Friday
11:00–00:00
Saturday
11:00–00:00
Sunday
11:00–00:00

the food

4.3 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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4.3 2,154 reviews Read on Google Maps
HappyCow
3.4 8 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Limited vegan options

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Unclear in places
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
seitan, tofu

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

Ask about: Hidden animal ingredients in dishes labelled vegan: ask about sauces and broths.

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