Midway along the bustling pedestrian section of the Real de Guadelupe, I was flagged down by a…read moresmiling waiter and offered a menu. I don't often stop in these cases, but the décor was eye-catching and I was hungry, so I took a look.
The menu was color coded according to whether each item was vegetarian, vegan, or contained meat, with parallel Spanish and English sections. The selection was broad, with lots of Mexican foods, such as enchiladas, tamales, and tacos, and more international items, like a (veggie) burger and turkey croissant sandwich. Everything was reasonably priced, so I decided to give it a try.
I had freshly made hot chocolate and vegan tamales, which were excellent (and huge), and a complementary order of fresh tortilla chips, refried beans, and salsa while I waited. The whole thing cost about 5 bucks, and I was stuffed. The service was a little on the slow side, but faster than anywhere else I'd visited in the city.
One of the great things about Tonantzin is their commitment to supporting the local indigenous communities, in both their produce sourcing and employment practices.
I came back three more times with some friends, to try the vegan enchiladas with mole sauce, the veggie burger, and a freshly blended apple, ginger, and pineapple juice, and the food and service were consistently excellent. When I (hopefully) make it back to San Cristóbal again, I look forward to coming here again!
