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La Palapa

Mexican Food, Vegan Menu, Guacamole

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Top tips

  • Try the flautas de papa and grilled fajitas with soyrizo for vegan options.
  • Good to know: Vegan options may be limited and occasionally certain items like soyrizo may be unavailable.
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  • Enjoy the fabulous guacamole served with chips.
  • Outdoor seating is available and wheelchair accessible.
  • Plan ahead as the food truck operates on a first-come, first-serve basis and can run out of dishes.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention guacamole, tacos and chicken burrito.

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Also chicken fajitas, empanada, potatoes substitute and tamale.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: families

Praised for friendly service, generous portions and cozy atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout

About

La Palapa is a casual Mexican restaurant known for its flavorful dishes like chicken fajitas, burritos, and a highly praised guacamole. It provides a warm Latino hospitality vibe with ample seating options, including outdoor areas accessible for wheelchair users. The venue is popular for catering services, notably having catered large events such as weddings with positive feedback on the authenticity and taste of its tacos and other offerings.

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2224 E Carson St, Pittsburgh, PA 15203

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
16:00–22:00
Wednesday
16:00–22:00
Thursday
16:00–22:00
Friday
11:00–22:00
Saturday
11:00–22:00
Sunday
11:00–21:00

the food

3.9 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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4.5 1,243 reviews Read on Google Maps
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2.0 1 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Separate vegan menu
staff
Basic understanding
protein
soyrizo, potatoes
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