Bartaco is a popular restaurant chain that serves delicious Mexican-inspired food. They offer a variety of vegan options that include cauliflower tacos and bowls, sides, and a couple of almost-vegan items.
In this article, we will take a closer look at the cruelty-free options available at Bartaco.
1. History of Bartaco
Andy Pforzheimer and Sasa Mahr-Batuz co-founded Bartaco in 2010. The restaurant chain is known for its beachy, laid-back atmosphere and fresh, flavorful food inspired by the beach culture of Brazil, Uruguay, and Southern California.
Today, Bartaco has locations all over the United States and continues to be a favorite among food lovers.
2. Our Findings – VeganTail
Our team at VeganTail has picked some of our favorite vegan options at Bartaco. Usman’s favorite is the Brussels Sprout Taco (vegan), which she found to be surprising and delicious. She also recommends the Cauliflower Taco and chips & guac. Faizan’s favorite is the Cauliflower Taco and the Fresh Pineapple with lime as a side snack.
3. Vegan Options at Bartaco
If you are looking for vegan options at Bartaco, there are some great choices available.
Here are the Plant-based options that you can find at Bartaco:
3.1 Tacos
Bartaco’s vegan taco options include the cauliflower taco with fresco sauce (which contains nuts).
3.2 Not Tacos
If you’re not in the mood for tacos, Bartaco also offers other plant-based options such as Guac, Roja, and Verde, which are all vegan. You can also order the Chopped Salad without queso, Kale Salad with Apples without goat cheese, and it comes with cilantro-lime vinaigrette.
3.3 Sides
Bartaco’s vegan side dishes include Fresh Pineapple with lime, Asian Slaw with napa cabbage, purple cabbage, carrots, and green onion, Black Beans with Sofrito, and Steamed Brown Rice. You can also try the Spicy Cucumber Salad made with garlic, red pepper flakes, and rice wine vinegar.
3.4 Rice Bowls
Bartaco’s rice bowls are made with steamed brown rice and sliced bell peppers, and onions, and topped with your choice of cauliflower.
3.5 Kids
If you’re bringing your little ones, Bartaco offers vegan-friendly options like Cucumbers, Steamed Broccoli, and Fruit Skewers.
PRO TIP
According to my Experience: If you’re looking for vegan options at Bartaco, try the cauliflower tacos and bowls, guac, salsa, and salads. Make sure to double-check almost vegan items like the Portabello taco and Brussels Sprout taco, and ask your server for variations. Don’t miss out on their spicy margaritas and fresh pineapple with lime!
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4. FAQs – Cruelty-Free Options at Bartaco
Vegan options at Bartaco include cauliflower tacos and bowls, guac, salsa, chopped salad, kale salad, rice bowls, and various sides.
No, vegan options may vary by location, so it’s best to check with your server to verify what vegan options are available.
Yes, some almost vegan options include the Portabello taco and bowl (contains Queso Fresco), Brussel Sprout taco and bowl (contains carrot puree with butter), and Fried Plantains (contains eggs in the gordita sauce). Check with your location to see if they can be ordered without non-vegan ingredients.
5. Summary
Bartaco offers a variety of vegan options that include tacos, rice bowls, sides, and kid-friendly options. They also have a couple of almost vegan options that can be made vegan by ordering without certain ingredients.
Always check with your server to confirm vegan options at your location.
Disclaimer: At Vegantail.com, we strive to keep our Vegan Guides updated, but menu items may change without notice. We are not liable for any inaccurate or outdated information. Please confirm your location and server before ordering. If you spot something that needs to be updated, Please inform us.
