Jo S.
Yelp
I discovered Sugar Taco because of an Yelp Elite perk.
It is a casual restaurant located on Ventura Blvd in Sherman Oaks, specialized in Vegan Mexican food. They have also a location on Melrose.
I am not vegan, but I am very opened mind, want to eat health-ish and love tacos. They also have a good rewards program that enticied me to come back, alongside with a nice patio where you can enjoy a nice meal. I also love their funky decor and bright, vivid colors, nice Mexican touches and details like the use of tile and the pots hanging on the walls like you see beyond south of the border.
Parking -they have a few spots behind the restaurant, otherwise street parking.
It's the type of place where you order, pay (no cash, I wish they'd use it) and get a number. They bring the food to your table alongside a bottle of water and glasses. Nice touch! The food arrives fast!
I got again the plate of 3 tacos, it comes with black beans and rice. I chose: Pollo, asada, carnitas. Vegan versions. The tacos are good, loved the corn tortilla, very authentic. Spicy, but not too much, flavorful, the asada is a fave. Great option for meatless tacos that have flavor and spiciness.
I also got their Horchata again, thick, tasty, with lots of cinnamon and their churro donut be cause we like it that much. I would stop by to get that donut when in the area, it's that good and unique.
We shared a half portion of nachos with carne asada.
Nachos are good, full of beans, salsa and cheese. My only compaint - the cheese is kinda thin and runny.
Nice option for vegans and for open minded foodies who want to try a new take on Mexican food. I love street tacos, but I'd like to try their other dishes and drinks. Next time!