Had the best horchata and chilaquiles verde with chicken here! They bring out complimentary bread,…read moresalsa, and beans. You can see the kitchen from sitting at any wooden table, and the decor feels like being in grandma's home. The service is friendly and nice. There is also an option for an English menu. They have a bathroom in the back. Also, beware some mosquitos inside by the window.

I was not happy with anything. It took almost an hour to get my food and the place wasn't that…read morecrowded. I had to ask for water 3 times. When the food arrived it was totally unappealing.

Total gem! We were hot and tired and then we stepped into this shady oasis of delicious fresh foods…read moreand drinks. First time I've been asked if I wanted my lemonade with or without sugar. Love that! All the dishes were great, and you can see that a lot of care and love goes into the preparation. The server was super nice. The space is full of lucious plants. Calming.

Really happy to have visited this vegetarian friendly cafe our last day in Merida. It was a nice…read morerefresher from the usual meat based traditional fare found in most of Merida. Everything was made for us fresh and tasted really great! We had ice lattes, caramel and mocha. Each one was made with coconut milk. I had the sandwich with veggie ratatouille and cheese on it. I got a fried egg on the side and threw that on top as well. It also came with a side salad. It was filling and flavorful. My friend had the quesadilla with black beans. Also filled with veggies and cheese. We really enjoyed our food and would recommend!

This is probably my favorite vegan place in Yucatán! The…read morewhole experience was beautiful from beginning to end. The restaurant was part of a lovely hotel and the interior design was gorgeous. We were greeted by two gentlemen's and they informed us that they didn't have enough tables but after a few mins they set us a table near the pool. Our serve was very attentive and he explained the menu to us because it was quiet difficult to understand. Once we received our veggie pizza and vegan burger.... omg it we couldn't stop eating lol. This place was amazing !

This is a vegan place. Normally I am not a vegan fan but after having been in Mérida for a while, I…read morewas dying for something without meat. Lo Que Hay is located inside of a hotel in a outdoor courtyard. I don't know how they remain open when it's raining hard but we went there one night after it rained and it seemed fine. The menu changes every day by nationality and by items as well, which is like their specialty. My husband and I went for Japanese night, Italian and Lebanese I think. My favorite was Italian from them. For the Japanese night the rice in the sushi was a little undercooked. The food in general is good not excellent. I don't know how good vegan food could be but this is fine and interesting. The meal normally is 160 pesos per person with tips. Normally it comes with a non-alcohol drink, a soup, an appetizer, an entree and a dessert. Overall it's good for Mérida because it gives you something different and varieties.

We tried to go here but it's no longer in this location. This spot is now more of a coffee…read moreshop/cafe. Was so disappointed since the reviews were so good

A Delicious, Light Gem…read more Ki'ool was a fantastic surprise during our brief stay in Mérida. The menu contained some refreshingly light and healthy alternatives to the wonderful Yucatecan cuisine which abounds here: we each had a fantastic chicken dish with hummus and a delicious salad accompanied by some exceptional baba ganouj (which I normally dislike). The ambiance was bright and airy, in the street level of a famous building, the casa Catherwood. The chef owner was helpful and charming and we felt like we had stepped into a pleasant oasis. We ended up visiting twice in three days. You'll be happy when you check it out!

The best of the best, and many influencers have recommended it…read more A good atmosphere--respectful and generous toward everyone; they are very helpful and can recommend something to eat if you ask.

Absolutely fantastic. Handmade tortillas served in a traditional gourd vessel - everything here is…read morethe best. I have eaten here about 11 times but can never get beyond the poc-chuc - I cannot say enough good things. If you are in Merida, go to La CHaya Maya (there are two locations). You won't regret it.

I was there during my vacation in Merida. My wife is vegan and they gave her so many options for…read moreher to eat. They made food for her that wasn't even on menu. Everyone and everything at this place is great. We went to eat twice during our stay. Will go back. I would highly recommend to anyone.

This place is something very special. We spent a magical evening here under some light rain and had…read morean amazing night. Anna (Ana?) was our server and took great care of us. We had a variety of dishes which were all great but the mole was the star of the show. Beautifully done. Bonus- there's a bookstore also ran by the owners of the restaurant above the main dining room. You can't miss this place on your next visit to Merida EDIT: We loved this place so much we decided to come back again on our last night. As before, the service was amazing and I was able to pick up some great art and architecture books as well.

My husband and I had lunch at Amaro. It was one of the best meals we had during our vacation in…read moreMerida because I didn't have to struggle to find a vegetarian option. They had an entire page of their menu full of vegetarian options-- with protein! We had the stuffed squash and eggplant meshe. Both were fabulous. Then we decided to have the crepe de cajeta for dessert. Another excellent choice! It seems like it is more popular for dinner than for lunch, but we still enjoyed our meal and had great service. Oh, and a high chair with a tray for our son-- an added bonus! One caveat-- I speak enough Spanish that I had no problem ordering and interacting with our server. Not sure if they have an English menu or staff who can speak English to explain menu items. If you aren't super comfortable ordering in Spanish, use a translator on their online website before you go just in case.

To start, bugs would not stop falling from the sky...a bit gross, however it was raining a bit and…read moreit is sort of an outside restaurant. Ordered a mango and strawberry daiquiri and they were not blended. Rim was something strange. Not salt, sugar nor tajin. Service was very slow. The guy was nice but would rather chat with his coworkers. Ordered an avocado pizza, and it tasted like something from the school cafeteria. Chaya crepes were soggy, drowned in sauce to the point where it nauseated me. God help anyone who comes here looking for a fulfilling meal. Included gratuity into the check, but told me I didn't have to pay it if I didn't receive good service. What a weird spot to be put in!?

Delicious Healthy and Vegetarian Restaurant in Merida!…read more I visited Savia Vegana for lunch one afternoon during my stay in Merida this November. I loved the unique décor inside the restaurant. They serve a different menu of the day every day with soup, entree and fresh juice included. You get to choose between a few different options for the soup, main meal and juice. I ordered the garbanzo bean soup and vegetarian lettuce tacos, along with a Jamaica drink. Everything tasted absolutely delicious and fresh. I paid a total of 75 pesos for my complete meal, which was very inexpensive and a great value for what you get! The restaurant serves vegetarian/vegan dishes made from fresh and organic ingredients and healthy twists on traditional Mexican foods. The service was excellent and my server was very friendly and helpful. The atmosphere was really chill, relaxed and peaceful, which made for a very enjoyable dining experience. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a fresh and healthy meal in Merida. I cannot wait to return here next time I find myself in Merida!

Went in for lunch. The waiter was very pleasant. Decent sized menu for vegans…read more The food was enjoyable if not breathtaking. I liked the hot salsa. The atmosphere reminds me of a hippy health food store. Nothing wrong with that. Easy and casual place to stop for a bite.