It is great to have options for vegan, especially in Mexican food. It is a small eatery with a few tables, comfortable enough for a quick dine-in. The chorizo potato phatties were really good. The enchiladas suizas and handmade tortillas were ok, not as flavorful as we had hoped. One of us ordered the sampler plate, but it was not fabulous, just ok. He didn't eat much of it. We were told the only way to get salsa was to order chips and salsa, which we did even though we didn't eat the chips - just wanted salsa. Salsa was good.Vegetarian options: Menu is vegan!Dietary restrictions: All vegan items! They were kind enough to look into whether or not their chips and other items were GF. Because products may change, we suggest you ask them also if you have dietary sensitivities or restrictions.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Gordita Plate
David Wright
Exceptional Mexican cuisine, surprisingly inventive with ingredients. My torta was interesting with a spicy dry rub on the bread. There was plenty of filling. The gorditas my wife ordered had her smiling and she adored the cucumber lemonade.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Nasser Salomon
Phatties Vegan Mexican Restaurant in Escondido, CA is an absolute gem for plant-based food enthusiasts. I can attest to the flavorful and diverse offerings that grace their menu. The fact that everything is 100% vegan makes it a haven for those seeking ethical and delicious dining options. They also offer tasty desserts to complement their meals.Now, let’s talk about the gorditas plate—a true masterpiece! These thick, pillowy pockets of joy are generously stuffed with savory fillings, and each bite is a celebration of taste. Whether you’re a seasoned vegan or just curious about exploring plant-based cuisine, Phatties delivers on both flavor and variety. The freshly made food and friendly service add to the overall experience, making it a place I keep coming back to. So, if you’re in Escondido, don’t miss out on this delightful culinary adventure at Phatties! ???
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gordita Plate, Phatties Burrito, Green Enchiladas Suizas
Briana B
Came here Friday, March 8th, and didn't have the best customer service experience. You order up front, and they bring the food out to you so there isn't much of a sit-down resteraunt feel.Food presentation is sub-par, and when asking the cashier what his favorite items are, his response was, "I'm confused about what you want." I told him I wanted the top two taco combos he had, and it was a struggle to communicate that.The owners definitely have a complex where they feel like their resteraunts existence is doing everyone a favor. Before they closed at 8 pm, they started turning off the light at 7:45. This would have been fine if they at least offered the remaining customers to-go boxes. The food was nothing special, so I left my full plate for them to collect.The owners are not really customer service people, but money hungry vegans.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Chips, Chips & Salsa, Avocado
Donna McAdams
Food was delicious!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hakuna Matata!
The food is pretty good depending on what you order. But the prices are way too high. They also don't like to stay open, roll a dice and they might be open or closed. Their prices are ridiculous now. Lost a regular for sure. Even a bean and cheese burrito is ridiculously priced, can just get beans rice and guac for almost half the price at a regular restaurant...
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 2
Kirby Collins
Excellent Cooks & Staff ?
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jonathan Bron
Delicious food, good service, really cute atmosphere. No complaints, will 100% be coming back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joy Landers
The food is consistently good! One of our favorites.
got the Cali burrito and it was great. good salsas, seats about 28, so plan accordingly. will be back w friends soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Phatties Burrito
Kelsey Palmer
Incredible!!! Everything was beyond delicious!! GET THE CHEESECAKE!!! Will be back for sure!!Dietary restrictions: Vegan
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Micayla Antonia
Love this place !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bryan
This place is INCREDIBLE. Best food--Vegan or Non Vegan it's amazing. If Vegan-welcome to paradise. If non Vegan-you'll like it too. Staff is friendly and service is great. I saw a review saying no dining in--that's not true now--dining in is available and nice. I wish there was a Phatties in every city!!! I could only choose one--I usually order online and pick up --but I have dined in and ordered delivery. Also-could only choose Lunch or Dinner--I do both. Birra is incredible on the weekends..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegan California Burrito, Taquitos De Papa, Gordita Plate, Phatties Burrito, Green Enchiladas
david boston
Very yummy. I don't do vegan but the person I was with is on a vegan diet. They will ask what you are interested in and offer suggestions. They actually asked if I was ok with soy meats or if I preferred vegetarian, which I really appreciated. I went with a bean and "cheddar" burrito, and I added avocado and pico. It was big and toasted to perfection. The salsa options are both medium and very tasty! I enjoyed the food and would go back if I have the option.I love the atmosphere there, you feel like you are in an outdoor cafe, the music was loud and well curated, salsa and other upbeat rhythms.Dietary restrictions: All vegan
Good healthy food
It is great to have options for vegan, especially in Mexican food. It is a small eatery with a few tables, comfortable enough for a quick dine-in. The chorizo potato phatties were really good. The enchiladas suizas and handmade tortillas were ok, not as flavorful as we had hoped. One of us ordered the sampler plate, but it was not fabulous, just ok. He didn't eat much of it. We were told the only way to get salsa was to order chips and salsa, which we did even though we didn't eat the chips - just wanted salsa. Salsa was good.Vegetarian options: Menu is vegan!Dietary restrictions: All vegan items! They were kind enough to look into whether or not their chips and other items were GF. Because products may change, we suggest you ask them also if you have dietary sensitivities or restrictions.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Gordita Plate
Exceptional Mexican cuisine, surprisingly inventive with ingredients. My torta was interesting with a spicy dry rub on the bread. There was plenty of filling. The gorditas my wife ordered had her smiling and she adored the cucumber lemonade.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Phatties Vegan Mexican Restaurant in Escondido, CA is an absolute gem for plant-based food enthusiasts. I can attest to the flavorful and diverse offerings that grace their menu. The fact that everything is 100% vegan makes it a haven for those seeking ethical and delicious dining options. They also offer tasty desserts to complement their meals.Now, let’s talk about the gorditas plate—a true masterpiece! These thick, pillowy pockets of joy are generously stuffed with savory fillings, and each bite is a celebration of taste. Whether you’re a seasoned vegan or just curious about exploring plant-based cuisine, Phatties delivers on both flavor and variety. The freshly made food and friendly service add to the overall experience, making it a place I keep coming back to. So, if you’re in Escondido, don’t miss out on this delightful culinary adventure at Phatties! ???
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gordita Plate, Phatties Burrito, Green Enchiladas Suizas
Came here Friday, March 8th, and didn't have the best customer service experience. You order up front, and they bring the food out to you so there isn't much of a sit-down resteraunt feel.Food presentation is sub-par, and when asking the cashier what his favorite items are, his response was, "I'm confused about what you want." I told him I wanted the top two taco combos he had, and it was a struggle to communicate that.The owners definitely have a complex where they feel like their resteraunts existence is doing everyone a favor. Before they closed at 8 pm, they started turning off the light at 7:45. This would have been fine if they at least offered the remaining customers to-go boxes. The food was nothing special, so I left my full plate for them to collect.The owners are not really customer service people, but money hungry vegans.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Chips, Chips & Salsa, Avocado
Food was delicious!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food is pretty good depending on what you order. But the prices are way too high. They also don't like to stay open, roll a dice and they might be open or closed. Their prices are ridiculous now. Lost a regular for sure. Even a bean and cheese burrito is ridiculously priced, can just get beans rice and guac for almost half the price at a regular restaurant...
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 2
Excellent Cooks & Staff ?
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious food, good service, really cute atmosphere. No complaints, will 100% be coming back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food is consistently good! One of our favorites.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Taquitos De Papa
Restaurantji Recommends
got the Cali burrito and it was great. good salsas, seats about 28, so plan accordingly. will be back w friends soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Phatties Burrito
Incredible!!! Everything was beyond delicious!! GET THE CHEESECAKE!!! Will be back for sure!!Dietary restrictions: Vegan
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love this place !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is INCREDIBLE. Best food--Vegan or Non Vegan it's amazing. If Vegan-welcome to paradise. If non Vegan-you'll like it too. Staff is friendly and service is great. I saw a review saying no dining in--that's not true now--dining in is available and nice. I wish there was a Phatties in every city!!! I could only choose one--I usually order online and pick up --but I have dined in and ordered delivery. Also-could only choose Lunch or Dinner--I do both. Birra is incredible on the weekends..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegan California Burrito, Taquitos De Papa, Gordita Plate, Phatties Burrito, Green Enchiladas
Very yummy. I don't do vegan but the person I was with is on a vegan diet. They will ask what you are interested in and offer suggestions. They actually asked if I was ok with soy meats or if I preferred vegetarian, which I really appreciated. I went with a bean and "cheddar" burrito, and I added avocado and pico. It was big and toasted to perfection. The salsa options are both medium and very tasty! I enjoyed the food and would go back if I have the option.I love the atmosphere there, you feel like you are in an outdoor cafe, the music was loud and well curated, salsa and other upbeat rhythms.Dietary restrictions: All vegan
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chips, Chips & Salsa, Phatties Burrito