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El Tamarindo

Salvadoran Pupusas, Vegan Menu

Worth ordering: Pupusanamed in 18 reviews

Try the vegan pupusas with plant-based cheese; they’re a recurring favorite.

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Top tips

Ask about: mislabelled dishes Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • The covered outdoor seating has heaters and is dog-friendly.
  • Good to know: Confirm that your order is made with vegan cheese; one diner received a dairy-cheese pupusa after specifying they were vegan.
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  • Good to know: Allow extra time or order ahead; several diners report slow service or order waits.
  • Jackfruit enchiladas and tacos are popular vegan choices.

People mention

Enchilada, ceviche and juice.

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Also plantains in mole sauce, slaw, tacos, beans, rice, salad and salsa, coleslaw and esquites.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: families

Praised for friendly service, generous portions and lively atmosphere.

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Also praised for cozy atmosphere and beautiful interior.

Good to know

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

About

El Tamarindo pairs Salvadoran pupusas with Mexican dishes, including vegan pupusas with plant-based cheese and jackfruit enchiladas. Reviews praise the clearly labeled vegan choices and covered, heated outdoor seating, though some diners report long waits and occasional order mix-ups.

Vegan menu

See all 14 dishes and drinks

El Tamarindo · dine-in · 14 dishes and drinks

More options may be available. Other dishes on this menu are still being checked.

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1785 Florida Ave NW, Washington, DC 20009

Opening hours

Monday
10:00–00:00
Tuesday
10:00–00:00
Wednesday
10:00–00:00
Thursday
10:00–00:00
Friday
10:00–02:00
Saturday
10:00–02:00
Sunday
10:00–00:00

the food

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How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Abundant · 10+ dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
jackfruit, beans, mushrooms + 1 more

Ask about: Dishes labelled vegan that weren't: check with staff.

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

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