Vegan
Mexican
All vegan, traditional, Mexican tacos and mole. All local and organic. Serves rustic cacao and coffee too. Open Mon-Sun 12:00pm-8:00pm. Closes when fresh food is gone.
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Francisco I. Medero 108, San Cristobal De Las Casas, Mexico
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Last update on 17 Dec 2024 by Lucía.
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Added by Laura.Li on 23 Feb 2022
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60 Reviews
First Review by Laura.Li
barliebell
Points +27
Incredible establishment best fresh delicious vegan food - Edit
The food was so delicious and we were taken such good care of by the owner. All the food, even the salsa was made after we ordered and was delicious, while the owner was welcoming and gracious, and walked us through any food and could not be more kind and attentive. Cannot recommend the vegan cheese enough.
Read morePros: Fresh Organic food, Excellent service , Delicious
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laurennfrostt
Points +18
Amazing food, lovely owner - Edit
The food was incredible, everything fresh and organic. The vegan cheese was amazing. The owner was lovely and talked us through all the options and how everything was made. He was very passionate about his food and making sure we had an amazing experience.
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hakanoygur
Points +20
Authentic and Insightful - Edit
If you ever want to have a moment away from the commercial side of the town specially designed to please established habits of tourists, you’ll find solace in this place decorated with the history and culture of authentic Mexico together with healhty, organic, really local, delicous food served in satisfying plates with a variety. It was gerat pleasure to talk to the owner who gave insight of the richness, and nature of the people and land of Mexico and their struggles and hopes diverting from the main-stream narrative. Thank you for the great food and the company!
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DavidAlfandary(ד
Points +50
the owner is racist - Edit
im an israeli, left wing, ,vegan. against any harm to all living beings!!(including Palestinians needles to say) i go to demonstrations for peace and to end the horrible war( that started by butchering 1500 israelis b.tw) .according to the racist owner, im a murderer ... .senor owner ,i am sorry for your ignorance and your inability to see the complexity in the world . i hope nobody will support you racist cafe
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-06-26
Pros: nothing, if you like racisem this place is for you
Cons: owner is racist
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BLA1234
Points +290
Racist restaurant - Edit
Would give 1 star if I could but Happy Cow has a minimum of 2 stars when rating a vegan restaurant. This restaurant kicked my friend out of the restaurant simply due to his answer to the question which country he is from. Would not support this business.
Read moreGerardoGlez
YOU SABOTAGE MY RESTAURANT AND YOU KILL PEOPLE IN PALESTINA.
Read moreHAPPY COW SOUD BE NOT PRO ISRAEL.
NOW THE BEST RESTAURAN OPRGANIC LOCAL PLACE IN MEXICO IN SABOTAGE FOR BAD PEOPLE.
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inspioraid
Points +943
Strange experience - Edit
We went there and were the only people. We hadn't booked a food tour and it felt strange that they overexplained everything like we had never even eaten Mexican food in our lives before. Ask first? We just wanted to eat a meal there. If we had wanted a food tour, we would have booked one.
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lorna_m
Points +42
Una joya en San Cristóbal - Edit
Una de mis top experiencias en México. Me encantó la comida rica, el ambiente comunal, y conocer el dueño/chef Gerardo. Es un espacio único y especial, y me encantaría volver a ir en el futuro.
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sibzen
Points +22
A unique, authentic & yummyyy experience - Edit
Everything was so, so delicious. You can taste all the love and passion that gerardo puts into the food :)
Read moreWe went there in the afternoon.
We enjoyed our visit very much. The setting, the stories of Gerardo etc... A must when you are in San Cristobal.
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Lucía.
Points +6455
Vegan ingenuity 💚✨ - Edit
Art Libreria is more than just a restaurant. It is a place to connect with likeminded people, where the host Gerardo welcomes you as a friend the minute you step in. The first time I went to see if there was something sweet for takeaway available, and the great taste and texture of the pastry I got made me return the next evening to enjoy dinner. It was a very comforting 3 course all you can eat meal including a delightful soup, rolled tacos and another heavenly vanilla pastry with the most delicious cacao. Gerardo is not only a skilled cook, (his guacamole is first-class) but also a passionate activist, who sources everything locally with the aim to be the change he wants to see in the world. I went back for dinner two more times, combining it on one evening with a cheese workshop, that he offers. I'd recommend that intriguing experience to anyone, as it empowers you to create a splendid cheesy flavour, which may be varied in many ways according to your liking. Of all the spots in Sancris, Artlibreria is definitely the one you shouldn’t miss, if you're looking for sublime authentic Mexican, Pre-Hispanic cuisine in a caring atmosphere.
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donteatthehomies
Points +976
Great food, lovely owner. Very affordable. - Edit
As per the title, we left full and content 😁 a must visit whilst in San Cristóbal.
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MiriWallich
Points +1620
Can’t recommend enough - Edit
Must go vegan place in San Cristobal. The owner was lovely and explained all about the food and his philosophy. The food is all organic, locally sourced healthy Prehispanic style and it did not disappoint. The guacamole was the nicest I’ve ever had, and all the vegetables were delicious.
Read morePros: All you can eat, Amazing atmosphere
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aayers15
Points +80
Fantastic meal from a passionate cook! - Edit
Gerardo was so welcoming and his passion and love for food came through in each bite. Could not recommend this place more - amazing value (so much food!) and even better conversation and ambiance. Thank you, Gerardo, for all that you do!
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vero87
Points +60
Tipica acojida chiapaneca - Edit
Comida varia, simple pero muy rica, típicos sabores locales. El sitio está muy acojedor y el dueño es muy agradable y comparte mucho con los clientes, sobretodo de la politica y la historia del país. Seguramente un sitio donde ir para entender mejor la cultura chiapaneca y comer buen vegano.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-08-19
Pros: Comida organica
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hodgsonsam
Points +24
Incredible space and food. - Edit
The food was just the topping to an otherwise beautiful experience sharing stories and desires for the world over home cooked food made with love. Not to be missed.
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alebola98
Points +64
No te lo puedes perder - Edit
La comida es simplemente deliciosa, sencilla pero deliciosa; libros interesantes también y platicas buenas con gerardo
Read morePros: Mole, Guacamole, Ceviche
Cons: No es muy cómodo el asiento
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SleepyKoala
Points +33
Amazing food and experience! - Edit
ART Libreria is amazing! Gerardo makes a lot of different dishes from scratch with only local organic ingredients. We had a very nice cold cocoa drink, guacamole, beans with local herbs, fresh corn tortillas, spicy salsa, fajitas and mole (which is a must try). The setting is really nice too, it’s like a living room where Gerardo cooks, with lots of books and one big table that you share with other people. We had good chats too.
Read morePros: All vegan, local and organic , Gerardo is an inspiring host and chef
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Fatt
Points +214
Excelente comida mexicana - Edit
La comida esta muy rica, todo es súper saludable, abundante y delicioso. 100% recomendado #Veganuary
Read morePros: La comida me encantó , La atención de Gerardo
Cons: Faltan más mesas
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veganadrien
Points +138
Amazing place - Edit
It's something you have to see for yourself. The cacao is unlike anything I've had before. All organic and local.
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marinalouise
Points +369
Communal dining - Edit
The food was so good, such good value for the small price, and the owner is so nice. He makes a daily menu with such love. The guacamole is out of this world good.
Read moreThere's one big table on the floor for all customers to sit around, so it's a very social meal (could be a good thing or not!).
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jaredrd77
Points +363
OUTSTANDING - Edit
Gerardo cooks with so much love and passion. This is far from a typical dining out experience - it's like going to his house for lunch/dinner. There is a single large round table for a communal experience. He prepares the food with such care using fresh ingredients. His guacamole is amazing. And he serves organic corn tortillas. He will feed you until you are full - it's not one single dish - it's multiple dishes and all you can eat. He is saving money to buy his own land to grow his own fresh organic ingredients. Eat here! You'll be glad you did.
Read morePros: Delicious and fresh food, Cozy environment , All you can eat
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TomBuchanan
Points +295
BEST MEXICAN FOOD EVER - all you can eat vegan 🌱 - Edit
Amazing experience here and the most lovely gentleman who runs the homely and cozy restaurant. For 200 pesos we had the most tasty 3 course meal. These courses consisted of lentil soup and potatoes, followed by THE BEST guacamole 🥑, and a cacao mole with a hint of chili. There were lots of crispy tostados served to fill with the various dishes. Finished with the most delightful cacao drink that make our minds ALIVE.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-11-21
Pros: Various tasty meals , Fantastic flavour , Cozy setting and friendly service
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KellyRollings
Points +953
A delight and full bellies - Edit
We popped in to see what the menu was for the day and returned later.
Read moreBellies full for $120 pesos
We had a mix made from left lentil and broccoli soup for tacos, tostadas, tortillas, rice, hot sauce, guacamole, mole, lime water and Gerardo also whipped us up Mole to try.
We enjoyed the conversation and insight into his life, plus what he hopes to achieve through healthy organic vegan food.
Pros: Great host, Won’t need to eat all day after , Mole and guacamole were mi favorita
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YossiErgas
Points +119
Vegan workshops and good meals - Edit
Amazing and homely restaurant, we are a couple and we were here at a vegan cheese workshop that was very exciting and enjoyable and very tasty! We ate here couple of times, it's really special and local, high quality vegan meals!
Read morePros: Very nice Vegan cooking workshops, Special and tasty meals, pay same price no matter how much food you take
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JoeMorley
Points +18
Incredible!! Best food in San Cris - Edit
We had a delicious meal here - the best food we’ve had in San Cristobal!
Read moreGerardo is so nice and so knowledgeable, as well as so passionate about his food, which is delicious 🤩
I absolutely recommend everybody to come here - unmissable!!
Pros: Delicious food, Great atmosphere, Lovely host
Cons: None
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ÉtienneParenteau
Points +11
Wow! - Edit
Nourriture à volonté, art et bas prix, ce petit resto à tout pour plaire. Le propriétaire est très sympathique et vous jouera même ses compositions au piano.
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rbiddle
Points +50
Great food, great mission, great owner - Edit
The food was amazing, some of the best tacos I’ve had in Mexico, all organic and a great bookshop, he even played the piano whilst we ate our food, coming back soon!
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TaylorWalker
Points +265
Great food, friendly owner - Edit
Art Librería is a must visit if you’re in San Cristobal. The owner was very friendly, the food was great, no chemicals and all the ingredients were sourced from Chiapas.
Read moreGerardoGlez
Man thanks, I think you gane back next day, when the dios Is finish I clóset, I tray yo me fresh every day. Kind Regards
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