I was in the mood for vegetarian Mexican food so I gave Guacamaya a try. The team happily greeted me upon arriving. As this was my first time, I asked for some recommendations on menu favorites, so the Guacamaya wrap it was! I added jackfruit for protein. Inside the flour tortillas was a crispy corn trastada. The wrap was full of flavor. The vegan queso was a creamy consistency that boasts of real cheese flavor and Mexican spices. I topped off my meal with a hibiscus margarita, in a sugar rim glass. The inside felt like a garden oasis, the way it was decorated. The outside patio was full of trees and plants, continuing with the oasis vibes. read more

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Everything's VEGAN and you wouldn't even know it! My partner and I tried this place out because we're out here with our own dietary restrictions and this place completely hit the spot! Food was delicious, the mushroom carnitas were unreal and everything tasted fresh and bright! The workers there were very friendly and accommodating! We came on a Thursday afternoon, and it wasn't very packed. It was nice ti just sit outside and take the beautiful day in while eating this delicious food! Just a note, if you've never been here, the place is a bit hidden, but it's right next to the movie theatre! Parking's easy enough! Honestly, won't be disappointed!! We will come again! read more

Guacamaya Oasis - Fiesta Bowl w/ Mushroom carintas & nachos w/mushroom carnitas - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

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Birria tacos were amazing!!!!!! Before going plant based I loved birria, this is a perfect sub for it! And the consomé is so good! read more

Guacamaya Oasis - Birria Tacos (3) - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

I AM SURPRISED HOW MUCH I LIKE THIS PLACE!! Everything on the menu is vegan. Wanted a little snack so tried the nachos.. and it was different and delicious! The amount of vegan meat they used was a great amount! And the nachos itself was big enough to share 3 people in my opinion! I did try their margarita but I didnt get to take a picture! It was also good and gave me a good buzz!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]This place is at the downey plaza so lots of seating and parking spaces available![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Guacamaya Oasis - Nachos - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

VEGAN REVIEW Amazing vegan Mexican in a Downey mall-- who knew?!?!? Had to come to Downey for a medical appointment with my girl, of course I Yelped to see if I could find some vegan vittles nearby. WHAT A SCORE!!! This place is INCREDIBLE. There were like a million items I wanted to get. Ultimately ended up with the Brunch Wrap (which it took me way too long to figure out it was a play on Crunch Wrap, DUH)- totally delicious. So many protein options & I love being able to get sour cream, cheese & queso. Portions are HUGE-- the wraps are definitely shareable. Great selection of boozy & non boozy bevs Staff is super patient & friendly. Cute little casual cafe vibe. Love the plants & neon lights. Both indoor & outdoor seating. Plenty of parking- it's in a mall. Honestly... worth the drive from Santa Monica! Will return with my sweetie. read more

Guacamaya Oasis - BrunchWrap - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

From the moment I walked in I was greeted. Asking hi, how I was doing and also asked if I had any questions. I politely said no I don't jusy looking at the moment. I ended up getting asada and carnitas gorditas with cheese. Mind you, im not vegan but what I ate tasted good. I had heard of this place before but never checked it out. It came with hot and mild salsa and pickled onion. The salsa were great. I also got a horchata which was damn good. Better than most spots I've been to. I'd come back to try something different in the future. read more

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This was my first time trying this restaurant, and [[HIGHLIGHT]]I was impressed by how beautifully decorated the inside was.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance created a welcoming feeling.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The customer service was excellent and the food was delicious. Overall, this location is worth a second visit. read more

Guacamaya Oasis - Wet burrito, chilaquiles - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

The food here is not bad but it's pricey. The problem here is they do not listen to what ingredients to put in your own food that you pay a good price for. Clearly said no onions and they put a whole bunch of onions in this burrito. Then said no pico in another order and still put pico. Super frustrating. Waste of food. Would've been a lot more satisfying if the food was made right. read more

First time in. Found this place here on Yelp! We came in to celebrate someone's birthday The girl taking our order was super helpful especially for those that haven't tried plant based foods before. And we love the decor like a refreshing tropical oasis! One person was not excited with the pozole being green. But everyone else loved the food. All of the dishes are very flavorful. As for the drinks all were good except I felt the horchata was closer to plain almond milk than horchata I just didn't feel the cinnamon taste was strong enough. At first I thought the food was a bit pricey but definitely not! The portions are huge and if we knew that we might have shared. I would like to try more so I look forward to a return visit. read more

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So glad I tried this eatery. Everything is plant based. I had the Avocado Cilantro Salad. Quite tasty. For protein, I opted for mushroom carnitas. Hubby liked the Breakfast Burrito, which was huge. I had a bite, & I approved. The only thing I didn't enjoy is the Menudo. The real deal tastes much better. The watermelon fresca was refreshing & addictive. A comfortable space with a cool vibe. There's a lot of green. Plenty of parking. I recommend. read more

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I wanted to clear up what an earlier reviewer said- this restaurant actually DOES have gluten free options. When I called, the waitress said that everything besides the flour tortillas is gluten free. I got a fiesta bowl with jackfruit barbacoa and it's flavorful, and the portion is HUGE. Definitely will order again! read more

Guacamaya Oasis - Fiesta Bowl - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

This quickly became one of our go to places when we moved to Norwalk. The food is definitely and has large servings. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Everyone is always sweet and the restaurant is clean and has a very cool ambiance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] You can ask to sample the different proteins before ordering which was really nice since I can be really picky while trying new vegan meats. The chicken is my favorite. Super juicy and tasty. The staff is great. read more

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I'm lowering my rating based on the lack of response from the owner or management. Sent several messages to them via the gmail they provided in my last review however they failed to respond and did not even bother to reply. One thing's for sure--I bet they will see this new updated review and will speak up then. As a business owner, I suggest in the future to have better communication skills. This is how you keep customer retention...because of this I will not be returning here nor will not be recommending this place to anyone. Lack of response speaks volumes and it clearly shows this restaurant doesn't care. You're just another number and on with the next. I support small businesses, however if there is lack of interest in making your brand better, then less customers will show interest in return. The place has potential, but not responding and lack of courtesy is all I need to know about this place. EDIT: Lol the owner deliberately ignoring this review is hilarious. I know he saw it but refused to respond. No one wants to go to your sh*tty establishment anyway. read more

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Amazing vegan Mexican food. I highly recommend going and trying everything on the menu. It's all very filling too, but you don't feel bloated afterwards. I can never finish a whole meal too. So it's always nice to have leftovers. Once you go you'll no doubt return. It's a nice location too, especially when it's warm outside you can enjoy their patio. The staff is always nice as well. Try the gorditas with an horchata. Just go! read more

Guacamaya Oasis - Try their Abulita's Gorditas for starters. - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

My mom and I stopped here for vegan Mexican food and OMG was the food good! I was delighted as always because as a vegetarian I now have more food choices. It was cool to try vegan birria, but my mom and I downright attacked the nachos we ordered. I like that they had a lot of choices and the servers answered my questions about my allergies. The people were friendly and checked in. I'll definitely be coming again! read more

Guacamaya Oasis - Birria, nachos, and kombucha - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

Today was my first time at Guacamaya. It was so so delicious. I haven't eating pozole in over a decade because I'm vegetarian. It was so lovely to eat a delicious bowl of pozole today! I'm already looking forward to coming back. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The decor was very nice and the restaurant was very clean![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Guacamaya Oasis - Vegan pozole. Fantastic! - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

Yes, fresh and solid vegan options. The location threw me off, it's in front of a movie theater and not visible from the street or parking. The decor and vibe were cute and staff were helpful. You order at counter. The menu felt a bit overwhelming. I opted for the Guacamaya Wrap no proteins. It was so yummy. I also got the Lime Chipotle Salad, which had fresh ingredients and Chips with Green Salsa, which sadly was not spicy but made up for it in flavor. I washed it all down with a delish Horchata (perfectly sweet)! I had plenty of left overs and was able to grab to-go containers and enjoy it all at home. I would definitely recommend this place! read more

Doesn't look like much when your walking past it, and most people will stop at the other places around them and overlook it. However, I recommend stopping by and giving them a try. We have grown so accustomed to the norms and the habits we create that we fail at times to try some place new. So if your in the Downey area, give Guacamaya a try! I encourage you to try their Chile Relleno Burrito, it is all Vegan, which is plant based and healthy for you. Also, for those who are twenty one and up, try their select cocktails, I enjoyed the delightful Tamarindo Tentación. Let me know which one you try! Overall this place was relaxing and pleasant. The customer service was great and my small family and I had a wonderful time. Thank you. read more

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It's giving eclectic, unique & sharp! I'm a Pisces and I'm drawn to bright lights, loud colors, and wild patterns. I love high ceilings and spacious buildings. The owners had an eccentric take on interior design. It was a highlight for me because fast-food restaurants aren't always going for ambiance. Time was taken to ensure the customer would not only enjoy the food but that the dining experience would be just as inviting. Vegan Mexican food, who would have put these two together? Well, they did and it worked the food was plentiful, fresh, and delicious. I will say when I went the customer service was moderate. Wasn't bad but it wasn't great either. We all have our days and I won't hold them to that. Nonetheless, that didn't change how impressed I was with the food. I legit face-timed my sister because that food was that good. I look forward to returning because I enjoyed the time I spent here. read more

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4.5/5 stars: from a long-time vegetarian! I've been meaning to make it out to Guacamaya Oasis for a while now, but finally got to try this spot and it definitely lived up to the hype! I've tried several other fully vegan Mexican restaurants before (and I'm so incredibly glad more restaurants are opening up) and I have to say this was one of my favorite spots! The food: I've been craving tacos but the vegan tacos I had recently didn't really hit the spot, so I went up to the register asking for their most popular taco, and just ordered as recommended! The friendly staff said her favorite was the quesabirria tacos, so I just ordered the three on the menu. Post tax and tip, it was just below $19 for my order. My friend ordered the Chile Relleno Burrito, and we got to share a little of each other's order. The tacos came with onions, cilantro, and lime, while the burrito came with green and red sauce. My friend and I both preferred the tacos over the burrito, but not having tried meat versions of either order, I can't really say how'd they compare to their meat counterparts. But, truly, if you're not vegan or vegetarian and come in with an open mind, I'm fairly certain you'll end up enjoying the flavors, regardless of if there's any meat in your order! At least, this was the case for my non-vegan/vegetarian friend. I just wish they had an option to mix and match diff tacos, because truly I wanted to try a little of everything! But I guess that just means I need to make the trek back. Everything else: You'll find the restaurant located in a series of plazas in Downey next to the theater and a boba shop (Ding Tea). Note that the restaurant is not on the outer edge by the parking lots, but in the inner row. There's plenty of parking, but on a Saturday night, I had to make several circles in the parking lot maze before I found a spot. Service was fairly quick, and you order at the register. If you dine in, they'll give you a number plate and bring you your food, but you'll need to get your own utensils & water at their little self service area, and bus your plates back to the trash can when you finish! It's a casual spot and a comfortable dining experience. There's limited seating inside but also plenty outdoor seating. read more

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We were so hungry and wanted vegan tacos. I read the yelp reviews and since they were pretty good we decided to give Guacamaya oasis a try. So we got 2 orders of tacos. And guacamole and chips. Guacamole was my plentiful but blah. The tacos were barely warm. And for 15.95 for three tacos- not worth it. Taco shells were fresh from the Old El Paso box. And the tacos were mushy. We pay over $43 for our meal and left very sad. read more

This is a great vegan spot! Multiple burritos and taco options available Luv the cocktails. I got the Jamaica cocktail and it was amaaaaazing, super sweet, barely tasted like alcohol They also have an assortment of beverages at the front. You order & then you find a seat. Plenty of seating indoors and outdoors. I actually came in w my dog and it wasn't a problem whatsoever; she sat underneath my chair outside while we dined. The place is very cute (see attached photographs). My burrito was great but it had so much guacamole that it wouldn't be good to heat up later. The portion was huge though, so I saved the rest for my mother to take to work. My friend who is not a vegan got the "brunch wrap" which he likened to the crunch wrap supreme. He really liked it! I would definitely dine here again :) lovely spot, plus there's some nearby bars and shops (plus a photo booth) and cinemark theatre to explore read more

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Probably the best Mexican vegan spot I have ever been to. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a order at the front and find your own kind of seating restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The portions are very generous and full of flavor. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I like the decor.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Would recommend to anyone that just likes good food! Vegan or not read more

I absolutely love having a place like Guacamaya Oasis so close to us here in Downey. As a vegan, I truly appreciate the delicious all-vegan menu and the consistently great customer service. I was recently helped by Mariano, who was kind, professional, and very attentive. The food is incredible, and the team is just so impressive. read more

Great space. Feels like a calm little oasis. You order first and wait for your food to come. Customer service was great and everyone was very welcoming. The only thing I didn't anticipate was the size of the bowl. It's massive! I'd definitely share next time, as it's hard to save salads . I did my best to eat this entire bowl but would suggest a smaller size option. Otherwise, I'll be back with a friend read more

Guacamaya Oasis - Cucumber Chia Lemonade was great and refreshing. - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

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Excellent customer service. It seems that plant-based restaurants always have better CS than their carnivore rival restaurants. Guacamaya Oasis is clean, and the food was absolutely delicious. And unlike many other plant-based restaurants, the portions offered here are substantial. Super fair prices too, which is something not commonly found in Southern California. I will 100% be back. read more

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All Vegan! Loved it. Everything we had, over all was very good. It's one the vegan restaurants where it doesn't seem like the ingredients are on the vegan processed food side. They are happy let you sample the different vegan proteins used. I loved the food all the way. I will be back. I didn't care for the "cheese "sauce they let us sample. read more

Always great food, love the bowls and asada anything. Would recommend to anyone that's vegan or non vegan. Don't forget the horchata! The discounts you get almost every time you eat also, which is great right now for anyone. read more

Disclaimer. If it was based just on the freshness and taste of food this coukd have been a 4 or 5 stars. My experience was alot of waiting for my order. Granted only tried it once, but good was so good. Fresh, light and tummy. I had the Mushroom adobo bowl forget the name. Drinks were great as well. Back to my pick up experience. Yes fresh food takes time to prep, but after placing my order online, i was given an ETA. Arrived few minutes past my pick up time as i was on work lunch and did not want to wait. Welll ended up waiting an additional 20-25 min. This was around 12ish close to 1pm, so no Lunch rush there. Most of the people waiting for to-go orders and delivery app drivers. Note to the business, its difficult but try to set a realistic pick up time if you are busy. read more

Guacamaya Oasis - Mushroom Carnitas Vegan - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

What a great discovery, Guacamaya Oasis is located between the theater Cinemark and The Olive Restobar. I walked passed and noticed it was a Plant based food place. Me not being a Vegan, kept on walking, not sure why but I turned back and decided to give it a try. The Food - I ordered the Green Pozole, risky move because I have already tried the best Pozole ever made, my aunts. To my surprise, this was very tasty, it had great color which made it visually delicious, and was pleasantly packed with flavor. The Service - The setup is simple, walk up, order, and take your seat. Not much to it, but, I was greeted with a smile. The Ambiance - The place is themed with greenery, tasteful tables and chairs, also has an outdoor seating area. Music plays not too loud, I even enjoyed reading a book after my meal in the outdoor seating area. To sum it up, I will make it a point to come back and try the rest of the menu. Good job Guacamaya! read more

Guacamaya Oasis - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

I ordered the Menudo it was soy free made with mushrooms and very tasty. I also purchased an almond cold brew drink. Not my favorite only because I wanted something stronger but it was gentle on my gut. So I shouldn't complain. Rdawg ordered the birria tacos, vegan cheese and guacamole really tasty. It even came with the birria consume for dipping. read more

I always enjoy my food from this particular restaurant. I've never been disappointed. One of my go to spots.

The food here is just delicious And the portion size is more than enough we had to take half of our order home even after sharing [[HIGHLIGHT]]Love the outside patio for my dog[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Staff super friendly and helpful Second time and will keep coming back I am not vegan but I definitely love the food here [[HIGHLIGHT]]Good vibes[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more