We Ate All The Vegan Burritos in Los Angeles So You Don’t Have To (Here’s Top 10)
Looking for the best vegan burritos in Los Angeles? We’ve got you.
This post is a part of our best LA meatless burritos series. Check out 30 Best Bean and Cheese Burritos in LA, Best Chile Relleno Burritos and Best Veggie Breakfast Burritos (coming soon).
Best Vegan Burritos in Los Angeles
Los Angeles is a treasure trove for vegan food lovers, and when it comes to burritos, the city does not disappoint. From hearty fillings to creative spins on classic recipes, LA’s vegan burrito scene is diverse and delectable.
Whether you’re a longtime vegan or just curious to try something new, here’s a roundup of the best vegan burritos in Los Angeles.
1. Honorable Mention: Sugar Taco – Melrose & Long Beach
RIP Sugar Taco, you’ll be dearly missed. Sugar Taco’s vegan burritos were a testament to the power of plant-based Mexican food in LA. With locations in Melrose and Long Beach, you could enjoy their signature offerings like the jackfruit carnitas. We’ll also miss their Thanksgiving special burrito with a side of vegan gravy. Please stay, Sugar Taco!
2. El Cocinero – Valley Village
Start your journey in the Valley with El Cocinero, where traditional Mexican flavors meet vegan ingenuity. Their burritos, packed with veganized versions of carnitas, al pastor, and even birria, are true crowd pleasers. The seasoning is spot-on, offering a comforting yet vibrant taste that’s hard to beat. Well worth a trip to the Valley!
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3. Olga’s Mexican – Baldwin Hills
In Baldwin Hills, Olga’s Mexican offers a robust vegan burrito that’s anything but ordinary. The vegan Portobello Burrito is especially popular but do check out the entire dedicated vegan menu. The green spinach tortillas make the whole experience that much more photogenic. The list of best vegan burritos in Los Angeles couldn’t be complete without Olga’s.
4. Tacos Tu Madre – Westwood, WeHo & more
Tacos Tu Madre is renowned for its creative vegan options. Their vegan burrito menu is quite likely the most elaborate in town with plant based options such as vegan Korean BBQ, fried avocado, eggplant soyrizo or squash blossom. Their dedication to quality ingredients makes this a must-try for any vegan burrito enthusiast. don’t miss the red velvet churros for dessert!
5. Doomie’s NextMex – Hollywood
Doomie’s NextMex in Hollywood is famous for its indulgent vegan comfort food. The regular burrito is great but it’s all about the chimichanga here. And wet burritos. Better still – make it a wet chimichanga! Don’t miss the frips (fries and chips). It’s a perfect choice when you’re craving something naughty. And you might spot a celebrity or two thanks to the proximity of the studios.
6. Hijo de Su Madre – Santa Monica
Hijo de Su Madre in Santa Monica offers a unique Yucatecan twist on vegan burritos. The Spicy Beach Burrito is their plant based take on fish burrito and especially popular. El Yucateco is another popular option. We’ll be back to try the vegan breakfast burritos. It’s also one of the few spots in town where you can taste the amazing sikil pak pumpkin seed dip aka Mayan hummus.
7. Bombay Frankie – Culver City
If you’re looking for a fusion of Indian and Mexican cuisine, Bombay Frankie in Culver City is your spot. Their naan bread wrapped burritos combine flavorful curried Indian flavors with traditional Mexican ingredients, creating an unexpected but delicious blend. Gotta try it to believe it!
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8. Cena Vegan – Glendale & Whittier
Cena Vegan serves up vegan burritos that are both fresh and flavorful. The menu features all the favorite Mexican flavors except they are all plant based. We love their tacos, too. Once a take out only spot, it now has a Whittier location where you can sit down in a roomy food court. Go for the burritos, stay for a history lesson – the building once housed the office of President Nixon.
9. Sonoritas – Sawtelle & DTLA
Sonoritas in Sawtelle brings a delightful twist to burritos. Their Grilled Veggie Burrito is not strictly speaking vegan – you have to ask for no cheese and no mayo. It includes a mix of delightful roasted zucchini, grilled peppers, beans, rice, guac and a zesty tomatoes. Their burritos are as flavorful as they are photogenic thanks to their presentation in a cute little bread tin.
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10. Chicas – Mid Wilshire
Chicas Tacos was born in the streets of Los Angeles in 2016 while searching for fresh, healthy versions of the Southern California street tacos we grew up with and love so much. Their satisfying vegan burritos are no less loved. The Chicas Burrito features a hearty mix of your choice of protein, quinoa, beans, avocado salsa, pico de gallo, pickled onion, cilantro wrapped in our Michelin award-winning flour tortilla
11. Stuff I Eat – Inglewood
Last but not least, Stuff I Eat is a fantastic spot for vegan burrito lovers. It’s one of the OG vegan spots in the city, founded by the force of nature that is chef Babette Davis. Their Lunch Burrito and Lava Burrito are great. So are the delicious tacos – head over to Inglewood for Throwback Thursday 2 for $10 taco deal!
But it’s the weekend-only breakfast burrito that steals the show. It includes a mix of grits, potatoes, walnut, quinoa sausage, tofu scramble, kale and more. All wrapped in a tortilla and served with a side of their delicious chips and salad. See you at brunch?
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Best Vegan Burritos in Los Angeles – Honorable Mentions
These spots didn’t quite make the top 10 best vegan burritos in Los Angeles but deserve a trip:
- Trejo’s Tacos – try their young jackfruit or mushroom asada vegan burritos
- 7 Veggie Burrito (ask for no cheese) at Pachanga Mexican Grill in Manhattan Beach
- Pronto’s in Downey – ask for the veggie burrito veganized (no cheese)
- Leonor’s Vegetarian Mexican in North Hollywood
- Mole Burrito at Grain Cafe in Redondo Beach, Culver City and Mid City
- Las Glorias del Buen Comer – RIP 🙁
- El Otro Amigo Taqueria in Torrance – ask for the veggie burrito without cheese
- El Vegetariano at Pinches Tacos – we’ve been told it’s vegan friendly
Best Vegan Burritos in LA – Conclusion
LA’s vegan burrito scene is as diverse as the city itself. Each of these spots brings something unique to the table, ensuring that every bite is a delicious adventure. Whether you’re a lifelong vegan or just exploring plant-based options, these burritos are sure to impress and satisfy.
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