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El Quetzal Bxl

Mexican Tacos, Veganizable

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Top tips

Ask about: mixed vegan claims Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Try the guacamole and nachos as reliably vegan-friendly dishes.
  • Good to know: Request vegan versions of enchiladas, tacos, and quesadillas but clarify ingredients carefully.
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  • Good to know: Be prepared for occasional slow or inconsistent service especially concerning vegan modifications.
  • Enjoy the outdoor seating and the 1970’s playlist for a relaxed atmosphere.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention nachos, guacamole and tacos.

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Also aguachile, burrito, pupusas, tamale, tamales, tortilla chips and enchilada.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: relaxing

Praised for friendly service, attentive service and beautiful interior.

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Also praised for generous portions and cozy atmosphere.

Good to know

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

About

El Quetzal is a Mexican restaurant known for its authentic dishes such as guacamole, nachos, enchiladas, and tacos that can be made vegan on request. The venue features generous portions and a casual, laid-back vibe with outdoor seating and a 1970’s playlist. Prices tend to be on the medium to medium-high side, and occasional service inconsistencies with vegan orders have been reported.

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Rue Stevin 82, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium

Opening hours

Monday
12:00–14:30, 18:30–21:30
Tuesday
12:00–14:30, 18:30–21:30
Wednesday
12:00–14:30, 18:30–21:30
Thursday
12:00–14:30, 18:00–22:00
Friday
12:00–14:30, 18:00–22:00
Saturday
12:30–15:00, 18:00–22:00
Sunday
Closed

the food

3.5 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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3.7 3 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Limited vegan options

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

Ask about: The menu makes inconsistent vegan claims.

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

What the grades mean

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