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Taquería El Califa

Mexican Tacos, Vegan Cheese

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Top tips

Ask about: cross-contamination

  • Try the vegan milanesa taco for a flavorful plant-based twist.
  • Good to know: Be aware that some vegan dishes might be prepared near meat products.
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  • Ask staff about vegan cheese and meat alternatives, they are knowledgeable.
  • Order multiple items due to varied portion sizes.
  • Enjoy late-night dining as the venue stays open till early morning.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention milanesa, gringa and oaxacan cheese.

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Also tacos, agua de carambola and agua fresca.

Good for

The vibe: groups

Praised for fast service, friendly service and good value.

Good to know

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

About

Taquería El Califa serves classic Mexican tacos with a notable range of vegan items including tacos with vegan cheese and vegan milanesa. It's a lively taco joint favored for quick service and late-night hours, with prices slightly above average yet considered worth the experience by many guests. The portions, especially for vegan dishes, have been a point of discussion, balancing quality flavors with smaller servings.

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Av. P.º de la Reforma 382, Juárez, Cuauhtémoc, 06600 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico

Opening hours

Monday
12:00–04:00
Tuesday
12:00–04:00
Wednesday
12:00–04:00
Thursday
12:00–04:00
Friday
12:00–04:00
Saturday
12:00–04:00
Sunday
12:00–04:00

the food

4.0 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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4.3 11,041 reviews Read on Google Maps
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3.3 6 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
mock meat, vegan cheese, portobello mushroom + 2 more

Ask about: Cross-contamination: ask about sauces before ordering.

Good to know: Vegan options aren't always available.

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