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El Mexicano Zapata Cantina | Auckland

Mexican, Vegan Tacos & Burritos

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Top tips

  • Ask about the vegan taco filling with beans, lentils and quinoa, and confirm which toppings can be made vegan.
  • Good to know: Ask staff about allergens before ordering; a reviewer reported that the mole sauce contained peanuts, which weren't flagged on the menu.
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  • Expect a lively atmosphere on Saturday nights; one reviewer reported a 25-minute wait for drinks during a busy service.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention churros, quesadilla and horchata.

Good for

The vibe: dates The vibe: groups

Praised for lively atmosphere, beautiful interior and friendly service.

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Also praised for attentive service, generous portions, good value and fast service.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Wi-Fi
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Colourful, groovy decor and a lively dining room set the scene for Mexican favourites, including soft-tortilla tacos, burritos and customizable vegan dishes with bean, lentil and quinoa filling. Reviews mention friendly, enthusiastic staff and cocktails such as the mango margarita; the menu also includes meat and dairy, so check how vegan dishes are prepared when ordering.

Vegan menu

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11 Totara Avenue, New Lynn, Auckland 0600, New Zealand

Opening hours

Monday
17:00–21:00
Tuesday
11:30–15:00, 17:00–21:00
Wednesday
11:30–15:00, 17:00–21:00
Thursday
11:30–15:00, 17:00–21:00
Friday
11:30–15:00, 17:00–21:00
Saturday
11:30–15:00, 17:00–21:00
Sunday
11:30–15:00, 17:00–21:00

the food

4.2 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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4.0 1 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Good vegan options

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Basic understanding
protein
beans, lentils, quinoa
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