La Zanahoria

Top choice in Puebla


This blessing for vegetarians is an excellent place for lunch, just moments from the zócalo. The draw is the popular daily buffet from 1pm to 6pm in the spacious interior colonial courtyard. It features more than 20 dishes, salads and desserts, such as soy-meat lasagna, chilaquiles and Middle Eastern tabbouleh and includes a drink and coffee.

The extensive à la carte menu includes everything from soy or oat hamburguesas (popular at a mere M$29) to nopales rellenos (stuffed cactus paddles) and breakfasts. In the front of the restaurant is the express-service area (including a juice bar and a health-food snack shop).


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