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Bringing the flavor! There are so many wonderful dining options in the Alberta district. This place brings flavorful (and sometimes spicy!) elevated Mexican eats. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, so great for any weather. Two of us had trouble deciding, so we got a starter of crunchy corn straws drizzled with deliciousness, a taco plate with one of each of the fillings, a Boing juice and of course a horchata. Omg y'all, the horchata is dessert in a glass. Sweet and cooling like cinnamon toast over ice. Friendly service happy to explain the options. While the menu isn't extensive, it can be almost overwhelming as a vegan to be able to order anything! Filling options included tofu, jackfruit, and soyrizo based options. The salsas were all fresh and flavorful.
Our recent 6-day trip to Portland and Seattle was essentially a non-stop vegan eating extravaganza. Even with stiff competition from a number of other plant-based spots, Chilango PDX was the shining star. It's been about a month and I'm still thinking about their tacos and quesadillas and wishing we had something like that here in San Francisco. Chilango's food was so delicious that, as soon as we took our first few bites, my daughter and I looked at each other and knew that we would be fitting in a second visit before driving home (and we did). For our taco fillings, we tried the tinga, chorizo con papas, campana, suadero, and mushrooms. All were good and worthy of ordering again, but the rich and caramelized suadero offset by tangy salsa was far and away the best, followed closely by the mushroom. If I were pressed to choose a last-place filling, it would be the campana, which is Chilango's play on a Taco Bell-style taco. It was still good, but I'd rather gorge on the suadero and mushroom versions! The quesadilla trio was another winner. The cheese was so soft and melty that it almost became a condiment, and I am a condiment queen so I loved that. If you are a non-vegan who says that plant-based cheese can't be good, Chilango will make you happily eat your words. Something I will skip next time, though, are the esquites. When considering how flavorful and inventive everything else was, these came up a bit short. And I could be wrong, but I think the corn might have been canned or frozen, which - again - seemed out of place against the high quality and freshness of our other selections. But that's a petty quibble on my part. Chilango's tacos and quesadillas were the absolute highlight of our PNW food tour, which is saying a lot because we ate a ton of great food!
Oh damn. These are GOOD. The tinga taco was perfection, I can't even tell it's not meat. The suadero was very lime forward and greasy so I didn't love it, but the flavor was good if you like citrus. I preferred the tinga by far. Textures of both were great. They support Palestine. They love cats. I'm not sure what else I can love more about this place. I brought home a plate with rice and beans and two flavors (tinga and chorizo) for my bf to enjoy and unfortunately I was only given chorizo and no tinga, did not realize this until I got home. I'm so sad because I realized they are closed today (Tuesday) and we leave tomorrow, so my boyfriend won't get to experience the tinga. Sad times. I guess we will have to come back so he can try it next time.
Since I didn't get any for Christmas or New Year, I drove over for the first time today around 4 pm after seeing their Instagram post with tamales take over Sunday's menu and a brand new item called "inside-out tamales." According to the post, January 7, 2024, was the tamales' debut for dine-in Sunday. Unfortunately, I was informed that they sold out of tamales and moles. The staff at the register was helpful after I shared it was my first visit. You order at the counter, they give you a number, then you find your own table to wait for the food. I settled with three hard shell tacos (Tinga, Garlicky Mushrooms, and Chicharron) and a 20 oz horchata for $21.50. Food came out quick! My favorite was the Tinga, which contained sauteed jackfruit and onions simmered in a savory chipotle sauce and garnished with homemade sunflower crema and green salsa. This filling was well-balanced in texture, taste, and spices. It was satisfying in flavor and texture and fulfilling for me! I would order the Tinga again. I was excited about the Garlicky Mushrooms but was disappointed. It was too salty and lack of any flavor for me. The Chicharron en Salsa Verde was the only red salsa (spicy) out of the three tacos I ordered. I was disappointed because the fried Ota Tofu had no flavor. It was smothered in a Tomatillo and Green Chile Sauce, finished with homemade sunflower crema and red spicy salsa. There was a disproportion in the ratio between the fried Ota Tofu and the sauce. I only had a few bites and did not finish the Garlicky Mushrooms and the Chicharron. The horchata was not worth mentioning. I would come back only to check out their tamales since I have yet to find any luck so far in my search for decent tamales, vegan or not in PDX. There were two tables of two each during my visit. The table for two I picked was not clean; I ended up cleaning it by myself since I did not see anyone at the counter while waiting for my food. Self-serve for silverware, water, and napkins. It's cozy enough for indoor sitting. There is a covered outdoor seating area with no heat lamps. P.Y. Inclusive restroom without toilet seat covers.
Top notch tacos! I've had hundreds (thousands??) of tacos in my life, and there's one in particular from Chilango that I crave relentlessly. It's the suadero with jackfruit confit and caramelized onions. While every taco I have had here has been delicious, that one is just chefs kiss.
I went to Mexico near Mexico City when I was 18 for two weeks and it was like my second home. I was an omnivore and had real Mexican street tacos. As a result of this authentic experience while traveling I ended up with Montezuma's revenge aka loose motions. Fast forward to 2023 I am in the NE of PDX going to Chilango PDX for some vegan tacos. The owner is from Mexico City making authentic vegan street tacos from where he is from. My server was from Brazil and was very friendly. Upon his suggestion I went with the following four tacos: Chicharron Suadero Taco Campana Tinga Two were jack fruit based, one was tofu based and the last was my server's favorite aka impossible and beyond meat combination. I am not too keen on impossible and beyond meat yet still found all the tacos tasty and flavorful albeit a bit heavy. It was about $15 USD for everything. I would suggest having a more healthy option on the menu like a plant based vegetable dish or two. I have been to three all vegan taco places on Turtle Island aka the US including: The one in Austin aka Nom Taco I believe (my favorite) aka a food truck Chilango PDX in Portland a second favorite One in Sacramento which had a nice potato side dish yet tacos could have been better Four stars.
The tacos were authentic street tacos. I had the suadero, tinga, and campano, and the suadero was my favorite. I originally ordered the chicharron as well but they ran out. When I picked up my food, they were very apologetic and explained they replaced that taco with a different one and also comped me with a free horchata on top of the one I ordered. Their customer service was impeccable and for that reason alone I'll keep coming back. Thanks Chilango!
Great food and service!! Love the toppings and the ability to try 3 of them on the taco plate!!! Easily the best vegan Mexican place I've been to.
As someone who loves meat, I am very critical of vegan food bc yes I try to eat less meat sometimes but it's hard bc it also has to taste good yanno, I cant live a life with no flavor. This place hits the mark - they have either the best or 2nd best vegan tacos I've tried in pdx so far. Very creative options compared the the veggie option at most taco trucks which is just sautéed veggies. I've tried about 5 or 6 of the tacos and enjoyed them all. My favorites are the Tinga Taco, Rajas con crema & Taco Campana which is their take on a classic Taco Bell taco. If I had to choose a least favorite it would probably be their mole verde, it was just a bit mushy in texture. It's too bad vegan tacos are almost always more expensive than meat tacos or I would definitely eat them more.
Service was friendly and quick. Cashier happily explained the menu options and how to choose fillings for the entrees. The space has a open, somewhat industrial feel. The food was so well seasoned. Every dish exploded with flavor. The tacos were smallish so buying multiple would be smart if you have a big appetite. The Jamaica beverage was a bit too sweet to be enjoyable. Would definitely recommend and return to this restaurant.
This was one of the best vegan spots in OR so far! And the fact that it is authentic Mexican cuisine creatively and deliciously made vegan with so much flavor is crazy!! And the service and hospitality is out of this world! Thank you for making us feel so welcomed! Every bite of everything was so amazing! We had the street corn, the trio of salsas, a chorizo tostado, a chicharron quesadilla, and the enchilada verdes with suadero style. Again so flavorful, so delicious! We also had cafe de olla, Jamaica, and the Horchata! Thank you for bringing compassionately curated Mexican food to Portland in such a culturally inspired space!
Wasn't sure what to expect when trying this place but was very happy with what I ate. The chorizo style taco was my favorite and the one with the impossible meat did not disappoint at all. Trying this place has opened up my mind even more than vegan substitutes can taste just as good as the regular. Margarita was very good as well. Made fresh and didn't seem to just use a bland mix. A must try for everyone!
Yummy tacos! They are a bit small and not very filling, however they are pretty tasty and thoughtfully invented. The tortilla chips tasted like they were out of a Tostitos bag, I would have liked fresher tortilla chips. Yet the flavor of the tacos and the side sauces is what has made me boost the rating to 5 stars - as well as the great attitude of the owner.
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My wife and I found this place after a honeymoon road trip up the Oregon coast, and could not be more impressed. Growing up in Tucson, AZ, I have very high standards for Mexican food. Being so far from home, I was skeptical but the good reviews brought me in. We both had the garlicky mushroom tacos and they were truly phenomenal. I've had dozens of renditions of a mushroom based taco and this was the best. They even had a glass bottle coke to enjoy on the side! The service was very friendly. Everyone working seemed to enjoy being there. the food came out really quickly and the presentation was wonderful. The restaurant has the perfect ambiance for enjoying some tacos. The music isn't too loud for a conversation and the decorations are very cool. read more
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Absolutely delicious vegan Mexican food. I highly recommend the tostadas which might be the best I've ever eaten. read more
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The most amazing VGF street tacos I've ever had. Perfect texture & taste. They are in the old Back To Eden space on Alberta and it's such a cute space. Everyone was very kind with all of my questions and when I spoke to one of the owners she told me how they want their space to be community focused. They pay their employees well, which is important to me when I support a business. Y'all, go get THE BEST street tacos in PDX. And have a horchata with your meal when you stop in. read more
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Super yummy plant based mexican food! I got 3 tacos: suadero (jackfruit), chicharron en salsa verde (tofu), and papas con chorizo (vegan chorizo). The suadero was my favorite, so so flavorful. Not too pricey and a great location, will definitely be back! read more
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First off, please follow their instagram page because they are hilarious with their quotes. @chilangopdx I have written the following in Spanish and English. Absolutamente hermoso por dentro y muy mexicano. Me encantan las máscaras de Luchador, es lo que me atrajo. También pensé que vendían helado adentro por un letrero afuera, pero debe haber sido de un lugar que antes era vecino. La dueña del restaurante, Vanessa, es incluso más simpática que el propio restaurante. Difícil de creer. Ella es una verdadera Chilanga, oriunda de Ciudad de México (Ciudad de México). ¡Estaba tan emocionada de encontrar latinos trabajando y siendo dueños de su propio lugar! Sin embargo, ni siquiera quería decir que ella era la propietaria porque sentía que la comunidad era la propietaria. Quería que quienes comieran allí se sintieran parte del restaurante. Ella quiere que sea un lugar cómodo. Se nota en la forma en que habla con sus visitantes, como yo. Incluso se tomó el tiempo para decirme por qué los chilangos no necesitan queso en sus quesadillas. Para cualquiera que no haya estado en la Ciudad de México, el queso no viene automáticamente en su quesadilla. Tienes que solicitarlo. Para ellos, una quesadilla es solo una tortilla con los ingredientes que quieras. Podrías debatirlo, pero ella tiene razón. Aprecio mucho que le hable a cada visitante como si fuera su amigo. Un ambiente tan acogedor. Me gustó mucho su horchata y el olor de la comida. Los admiro por hacer comida mexicana para veganos. ¡Antes, cuando fui vegano durante más de un año, fue muy difícil encontrar buena comida mexicana! Estoy muy feliz de que este lugar esté disponible para servir a Portland y para los latinos que desean encontrar el nuestro. ¡Viva Mexico! ¡Viva la raza! Gracias por tu horchata y comida mexicana. Gracias por decirme que tengo un lugar al que ir cada vez que quiero hablar con otros latinos. Absolutely beautiful inside and very Mexican. I love the Luchador (Mexican wrestler) masks, it's what drew me in. I also thought they sold ice cream inside because of a sign outside, but it must've been from a place that was previously its neighbor. The owner of the restaurant, Vanessa, is even nicer than the restaurant itself. Hard to believe. She is a true Chilanga, native of Ciudad de Mexico (Mexico City). I was so excited to find latinos working and owning their own place! Yet, she didn't even want to say she was the owner because she felt the community was the owner. She wanted those who eat there to feel as though they were a part of the restaurant itself. She wants it to be a comfortable place. It shows in the way she speaks to its visitors such as myself. She even took time to let me know why Chilangos do not need to have queso in their quesadillas. For anyone who has not been to Mexico City, cheese does not automatically come in your quesadilla. You need to request it. For them, A quesadilla is just a tortilla with whatever toppings you want. You could debate it, but she is right. I very much appreciate that she speaks to each visitor as if they are her friend. Such a welcoming atmosphere. I really liked their horchata and the smell of the food. I admire them for making Mexican food for vegans. It was so hard previously when I was vegan for over a year to find great Mexican food! I'm so happy this place is around to serve Portland and for Latinos wanting to find our own. Viva Mexico! Viva la Raza! Gracias por tu horchata y comida Mexicana. read more
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This place is so good it brought me out of years of Yelp-silence lol. Amazing food (quesadilla de tinga- you won't regret it!!!) And even better service. Like, unreal how nice they are! read more
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I wish I would've taken photos of the food but we didn't even do that before we drove into eating. They were so friendly and the art inside was cool and atmospheric too! 3.6 percent discount on cash too! I especially recommend the esquites - strong lime flavor! If you are a meat eater and feel like vegan places don't always hit the spot, you don't have to worry at all. Fantastic flavor and texture and it is filling. read more
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Chilango PDX has been on my list of places to to since i got to Portland a couple months ago. Finally got there today! I got the 3 taco set. I chose the garlicky mushroom, chicharron, and suaderdo tacos. All were delicious and PACKED with flavor. Also got a small cup of the esquites and that was also amazing. Their in house queso fresco is incredible and that kick of lime really brightens it up. The owners of the truck are extremely kind. We got to chatting and they wrote me a really sweet note on my box wishing me luck on my new journey here in Portland. Such a nice gesture! If you want good food made my good people, this is the spot. This wont be the last time they'll be seeing me! read more
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The food here is so so good. I have followed them since they were a cart. The service is great and the place is so cute. Go here. You won't regret it vegans and non-vegans alike. read more
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THE BEST. I mean it. Hands down the best Mexican food in the city. A flavor explosion in every bite and Vanessa the owner is a total sweetheart. We typically order one of each taco and esquites as well. Always worth it, always delicious. There's covered outdoor seating too for Portland rainy days. Don't miss out! Chilango is a hidden gem. And all vegan too! read more
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I can't say enough about this amazing spot. Great food but even better people. I got one of every taco, and they all hit the spot. My favorites were the jackfruit (tinga and suadero), but don't sleep on those garlicky mushrooms...my mouth is watering just thinking about it. Esquites was also so good and creamy. I left satisfied and already looking forward to coming back. Make sure you get there early as they often sell out before closing time (this happened to me on my first two tries). read more
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Upon entering the staff were so friendly and welcoming! I ordered Taco x8 that was Taco de Chorizo con Papa, Taco de Mole sin Pollo, Taco de Suadero, Taco de Tinga. Every taco was amazing! Vanessa knocked it out of the park with all of the flavors. My absolute favorite was the Taco de suadero and the taco de mole sin pollo. They both had a meaty texture and was like no other vegan taco I've had. It was so delicious that after finishing, I got in line to order more! On top of that, the esquite was so good! It was fresh, hot and had the perfect amount of spice. Also, The refried beans were THE best beans I've ever had! I was scraping the plate because that's how good they were! They were so creamy and so good on their own. The Horchata was also top notch. So creamy and delicious, for being a vegan horchata. I Definitely recommend coming here. Chilango's is a 10/10!!!! read more
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