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Taste El Nido, 100% Plant-Based Cafe

Vegan Cafe, Smoothie Bowls

Worth ordering: Smoothie bowlnamed in 18 reviews

The cool blue smoothie bowl is a fan favorite for a refreshing treat.

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Top tips

Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Good to know: Ask about daily availability as popular items like the burrito bowl can run out.
  • Try the tapsilog and banoffee waffles for classic Filipino-inspired vegan dishes.
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  • Expect some seating upstairs on floor cushions; bring comfort in mind for a relaxed vibe.
  • Good to know: Cash-only policy reported, but recent reviews mention card payments accepted; confirm payment options onsite.

Must-try

  • Worth ordering: Bowlnamed in 20 reviews

  • Worth ordering: Burrito bowlnamed in 5 reviews

  • Worth ordering: Coffee

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  • Worth ordering: Waffles

People also mention caesar salad, burrito and salad.

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Also mac and cheese and banoffee waffles.

Good for

The vibe: solo

Praised for friendly service, cozy atmosphere and fast service.

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Also praised for attentive service, good value, beautiful interior and lively atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Dish availability varies; check with the venue
  • Outdoor seating
  • Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast, brunch, lunch
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Taste El Nido is a small, cozy cafe specializing in fully vegan dishes with a fusion and international flair. Known for its smoothie bowls, vegan Filipino specialties like tapsilog, and creative toasties, it attracts both locals and tourists seeking plant-based meals. Seating includes a unique upstairs area with floor cushions and outdoor spots, though some find furniture uncomfortable; the staff are friendly and the prices reasonable for El Nido.

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1028 Rizal St, El Nido, 5313 Palawan, Philippines

Opening hours

Monday
06:30–17:30
Tuesday
06:30–17:30
Wednesday
06:30–17:30
Thursday
06:30–17:30
Friday
06:30–17:30
Saturday
06:30–17:30
Sunday
06:30–17:30

the food

4.3 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Great food
  • Good service
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How we rank

eating vegan

Fully vegan

Everything on the menu is vegan.

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

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