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chaya & cacao Restaurant

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👍👍 This place is AMAZING!!!!!! If you are on the Isla, it’s a must try for breakfast/brunch. Amazing smoothies and cinnamon coffee. All organic, ethically sourced, and all dishes are based vegan with the option to add a free range egg for free!! The staff are all so nice. Met the owner and she is so sw... People often mention vegan, Isla, good, Mujeres, island, great, staff, menu, friendly, vegetarian,


Address

Avenida Matamoros Near, Centro - Supmza. 001, 77400 Isla Mujeres, Q.R., Mexico

Website

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Contact

+52 998 164 4977

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (127 reviews)

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  • 5/5 Miranda N. 5 years ago on Google
    This place is AMAZING!!!!!! If you are on the Isla, it’s a must try for breakfast/brunch. Amazing smoothies and cinnamon coffee. All organic, ethically sourced, and all dishes are based vegan with the option to add a free range egg for free!! The staff are all so nice. Met the owner and she is so sweet, also cooked us our food. The falafel dish was to die for. The avocado toast was so fresh and flavorful. Also they have freshly baked vegan treats with some raw options too!!! SO GOOD!! High quality food, huge portions, nutritionally dense and best of all.. cruelty free. Must visit for vegans, vegetarians, and even carnivores!!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Peter H. 4 years ago on Google
    On Our Vacation looking for Serenity is sometimes hard on Isla Mujeres But NEVER at Chaya & Cacao Peaceful Serene Sexy Thank you Alex 🤗
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Jonathan P. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I went with a friend last Saturday, I must tell you that it was very nice and it has an amazing menu just a detail that I found a bit "in bad taste". There is no menu in Spanish, I ask you to correct this situation so that the place can be considered “Spanish friendly” (Original) Fui con un amigo el sábado pasado, debo decirles que fue muy bonito y tiene un menú increíble solo un detalle que me pareció un poco “de mal gusto”. No hay menú en español, les pido puedan corregir esta situación para que el lugar se pueda considerar “Spanish friendly”
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 James D. 5 years ago on Google
    We tried the Cuban bowl, the coconut curry and the spring rolls. Plenty of farm to table, local, organic ingredients and many vegetarian options. All the food had amazing flavor. It was obvious the chefs take pride in their recipes. Wonderful ambiance and friendly service. So thankful to Everything Isla for this fantastic suggestion.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Adrián C (. 2 years ago on Google
    Solid breakfast option in Isla Mujeres. The portions are good, ingredients are fresh and the fact that is vegan make it a nice option for the vegan crowd that visits Isla Mujeres. Don’t expect anything fancy, though the place goes well with Isla Mujeres’ vibe
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Nicole 4 years ago on Google
    We visited both last night and tonight, around 6pm and it was closed. Super disappointed, update your google opening hours.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Crystal W. 4 years ago on Google
    An almost wholly Plant-Based resto on the island! What a dream. They are plant based plus ethically raised local eggs. Even if you are not plant based/vegan, if you are seeking a healthy meal during your vackay you will find no better than this! Also a superfood smoothie bar. I went 4 times in my 6 days there, everything on the menu is just amazing. Closed sundays and holidays, loosely closes at 3 otherwise but if you are banking on going for a meal I'd reco popping by earlier in the day to confirm their closing time. Indoor seating, back patio in the shade, front patio on the adorable central streets of Isla + bar stools out front at the smoothie bar counter. The Caribbean Bowl was my most fave and I would guess also the most nutritious. Just packed full of protein and nutrients, such a necessity when travelling. The Chaya smoothie was my fave beverage: chaya (similar to spinach), pineapple, ginger and orange juice. So refreshing and nutrient packed!

  • 5/5 Maria E. 4 years ago on Google
    My sister and I stopped there to have an iced matcha green tea, but decided to get something to eat. We were so glad we ate there, the food was really good. We're not vegan, and we were questioning ourselves about eating there but we have no regrets!

  • 5/5 Raoul 4 years ago on Google
    Delicious!

  • 5/5 Emma R. 4 years ago on Google
    Great smoothies. Opens at 9am.

  • 5/5 Devin S. 4 years ago on Google
    Best smoothies on the island! Really good food too.

  • 5/5 Saray G. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing food!!!

  • 5/5 Jude K. 4 years ago on Google
    Super cozy and cute little place on the island. The staff are so sweet and I had a lovely time talking to them. They have awesome vegetarian/vegan/gluten free options as well and amazing coffee!

  • 5/5 Will W. 4 years ago on Google
    Awesome food, great music, and super friendly staff.

  • 5/5 Alexander Frederick C. 4 years ago on Google
    Good food for your body and soul. Amazing things happen in this restaurant

  • 5/5 Greg H. 4 years ago on Google
    Such an incredible restaurant, wonderfully friendly staff and unbelievable food. Wish we could have eaten here every meal as other vegan options on the island are hard to find and really bland.

  • 3/5 Gilad B. 4 years ago on Google
    OK service, bad coffee

  • 5/5 Nadya T. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place, food is just amazing!!! A must stop if visiting Isla Mujeres!

  • 5/5 Alec N. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing food and lovely location. Backyard is quiet and cool, which is perfect for a hot summer day

  • 5/5 Wei-Yun M. 4 years ago on Google
    Great green smoothie, phenomenal falafel bowl. Highly recommended. Don't think about having brunch anywhere else.

  • 5/5 Jolene F. 4 years ago on Google
    Vanilla custard French toast is delish (dairy free), and the smoothies are beautiful and taste great!!

  • 5/5 Nathan C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The best vegetarian / vegan on the island! If you are looking for a healthy place, here you have it. The owner and the waitresses were very welcoming and good advice. (Original) El mejor vegetariano/vegano de la isla! Si buscan un sitio saludable, aquí lo tienen. La propietaria y las camareras fueron muy acogedores y de buen consejo.

  • 4/5 Franco M. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is a good vegan and vegetarian restaurant in the center of Isla Mujeres, highly recommended to have a good breakfast and start the day energized (Original) Es un buen restaurante vegano y vegetariano en el centro de isla mujeres, muy recomendable para tomar un buen desayuno y comenzar el día energizado

  • 5/5 Julius K. 5 years ago on Google
    Really glad to have found this place. Amazing smoothies and breakfast. With chaya & cacao and Olivia restaurants, so close by, i hope there is a great-food trend forming in the area. As this is one of the reasons we would come back to enjoy the vacation.

  • 5/5 Sabine G. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great veggie food, tasted excellent, nice atmosphere not too big, a bit out of the way and very friendly, (Original) Super vegitarisches essen ,hat uns ausgezeichnet geschmeckt,nette Atmosphäre nicht zu groß,etwas abseits und sehr freundlich,

  • 4/5 Istar Macias B. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent and healthy food, only that the mixtures are something heavy for the stomach. (Original) Comida excelente y sana, solo que las mezclas so algo pesadas para el estomago.

  • 5/5 Bianca G. 2 years ago on Google
    Every dish can be ordered vegan or with bio / organic eggs (vegetarian). They are currently opened 9am - 3pm. Nice staff, fantastic food, good portions! Even Mexican-style breakfast like Flautas and Empanadas is available 😁 The French toast and the vegan 'eggs' Benedict were perfect. My friend also liked Flautas (the green sauce is not my taste) and the Empanadas (great!) Definitely visit Chaya & Cacao when you're staying in Isla Mujeres.

  • 5/5 nitin s. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent food. Really fresh, healthy and yumm. Would definitely recommend the eggs Benedict and green matcha. All Their drinks are fabulous.

  • 5/5 Kate B. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent food and service! My smoothie and avocado toast were DELICIOUS! I was so happy to find this cute little vegan-friendly place!

  • 5/5 Max B. 2 years ago on Google
    some of the best food I’ve ever had. definitely the best vegetarian food on the island. great vibe and music in there too. everything here is great but I highly recommend the flautas

  • 5/5 A W. 2 years ago on Google
    Delicious. The menu says vegan but they do have eggs on the menu. With that being said this is one of the best restaurant we have been to on Isla Mujeres. Very good ingredients. The bread and tortillas were great. Nice atmosphere. Nightly recommended.

  • 5/5 Donna H. 2 years ago on Google
    Unbelievable from scratch restaurant! The plates of food are literally art. Healthy, fresh and filling. The staff goes above and beyond to make you feel welcome in Isla. If you have the opportunity to enjoy a meal here you won’t be disappointed. I highly recommend.

  • 5/5 Rebekah C. 3 years ago on Google
    I am neither vegan nor vegetarian, but this is in my top 3 favorite restaurants on the island! Every single thing on the menu is phenomenal! Some of my favorites are the caribbean bowl, avocado toast, and peanut noodle bowl. But don't leave without trying the housemade kombucha.

  • 5/5 Hava F K. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing fresh, healthy food. A must visit!

  • 5/5 David Z. 5 years ago on Google
    Great place if you’re in to vegan ? food or good coffee ☕️. I had the falafel ? bowl.

  • 5/5 Meg B. 6 years ago on Google
    Transcendent vegan experience on Isla Mujeres. If you’re vegan, interested in vegan food, have a vegan aunt or just know how to spell vegan- get yourself to this restaurant. The vibe was chill, the decor was relaxed yet chic, and the service was exceptional. The menu changes daily with local ingredients, and there are always many options. The food is inventive and exciting while accommodating to a wide range of palates. Island flavors with exceptional vegan takes on local food. Absolutely phenomenal. We stopped by again the next morning to grab breakfast and had another AMAZING meal. My wife’s blue corn pancakes with pistachios and mango were to die for. My quinoa toast with almond butter, sliced fruit, and goji berries hit the spot as some healthy fuel for the morning. Karen and Monserrat became quick friends; and again, we were treated incredibly well. Gracias por todo, chayo y cacao!

  • 4/5 Rosamund L. 5 years ago on Google
    Delicious vegan lunch! Avocado toast was very good, but the Mayan Falafel Bowl was outstanding!! Chaya & Cacao will definitely be added to our list of go-to places!

  • 5/5 natasha m. 5 years ago on Google
    Best restaurant on the island . Best freinds service . Food fantastic . Clean . Good mixes of veggie and nice sauces . Great mixed menu . Ate here everyday except Sunday as it was closed . I was sad ?

  • 5/5 Andre H. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very pleasant to stay there. Nice service, delicious food and not directly in the tourist traffic. We recommend!!! (Original) Sehr angenehm dort zu verweilen. Nette Bedienung, lecker Essen und nicht direkt im Touristenverkehr. Sehr zu empfehlen!!!

  • 5/5 Carrie M. 5 years ago on Google
    Great Matcha smoothie. You know it’s going to be good when there is no option for regular milk on the menu. The French toast looked amazing. Definitely recommend if you’re looking for good organic, GF, or vegan food!!

  • 5/5 sam p. 5 years ago on Google
    This is by far the best vegan breakfast/lunch place I have ever been to. Amazing service and friendly staff. My food was delicious and I will definitely be back here tomorrow!!

  • 5/5 Paige B. 5 years ago on Google
    If you are visiting Isla Mujeres you have to stop here. The cookies were life-changing, the smoothie bowls were delicious, and the matcha smoothie was amazing! All of the food was fresh and looked as good as it tasted, I can't wait to go back!

  • 5/5 Jeremias C. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Perfect place to go as a couple. Homemade and super healthy food. I will return. I loved it ? (Original) Perfecto lugar para ir en pareja. Comida casera y super sana. Voy a volver. Lo amé ?

  • 5/5 Lara T. 5 years ago on Google
    This place is so underrated.they have the best vegan menu, and such lovely staff! Absolute must visit whilst in Tulum. We went every morning. The coffee fraopes on coconut can't be beaten.

  • 5/5 Mariel D. 5 years ago on Google
    I loved it!

  • 5/5 Antonia Alice M. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Best breakfast in Isla Mujeres! (Original) Mejor desayuno en Isla Mujeres!

  • 5/5 Grace S. 3 years ago on Google
    Had the eggs Benedict. Gluten free, dairy free and meat free, all natural ingredients. It was fantastic. The plantain croquettes were my favorite part, they complemented all the flavors of the dish. Not sure what the “bacon” was made of but it was interesting.

  • 5/5 Alexander K. 3 years ago on Google
    I'm a regular meat eater and I have to say this is probably the best food I've ever had. The falafel dish was delicious and satisfying. Everything was fresh including the beverages, and presented wonderfully. The atmosphere was cozy inside and in the rear yard. The attention to detail extraordinary, and the staff are friendly and professional. This restaurant is a must if you are hungry and visiting the island, regardless of dietary preferences. Highly recommend.

  • 5/5 doug 4 years ago on Google
    I just love when you're traveling and you find an out of this world vegetarian restaurant! Ate there three times Loved all of it. Make sure to try the smoothies for just five bucks. Really nice staff as well.

  • 5/5 Kevin H. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing food! They have the best chilaquiles on the island. The owner Lori is such a nice person. She's also a great baker. I recommend trying the pumpkin pecan cinnamon rolls, they're incredible!

  • 5/5 Lopez F. 3 years ago on Google
    The aphrodisiac smoothie had a really great taste didn’t get to put it to use lol. Definitely a smoothie must place.

  • 5/5 Andrew R. 3 years ago on Google
    Even if you're a meat eater, go eat at Chaya & Cacao! We've been vacationing in Isla Mujeres since 2015 (we even got engaged here) and this is one of THE best local spots on the island. The vibe feels like your favorite aunt is personally cooking for you. The food is delicious, nourishing, fresh, and locally-sourced. It's delivered to your table surprisingly quickly. The detail and care in the presentation is stellar. The price points would be double or triple in the USA. And Lori the owner is lovely. Support local. Explore. Have an adventure.

  • 5/5 Michael L. 3 years ago on Google
    Recently we have been getting curbside service of some special non vegetarian dishes.... the taste was authentic and full of flavour. We had Jerk chicken with some great tropical chutney. We had Indian Samosas which were amazing and the Tamarind chutney was to die for. The Korean BBQ burrito was very tasty too. We will be regulars for these dishes!

  • 5/5 William Magnus R. 3 years ago on Google
    Really tasty and healthy food! Great service and good prices compared to other places around.

  • 5/5 Louiza B. 3 years ago on Google
    Fell in Love with this place! Had breakfast there everyday! Food is great and staff is friendly! Loved it ! Cant wait to go back!

  • 4/5 s k. 3 years ago on Google
    Loved the smoothies here. Everyone was really friendly. The cat was my favourite part : )

  • 5/5 Diana O. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very good food, vegan and vegetarian, super rich, everything I have tried so far, excellent service, it has wifi and a small patio, it can be expensive if you are Mexican, but for me it is totally worth it. (Original) Comida muy buena, vegana y vegetariana, súper rico todo lo que he probado hasta ahora, excelente atención, tiene wifi y un pequeño patio , puede llegar a ser costoso si eres mexicano, pero para mi vale totalmente la pena

  • 5/5 Marina G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Wonderful food, warm service and fair price. (Original) Comida maravilhosa, atendimento acolhedor e preço justo.

  • 5/5 DG A. 3 years ago on Google
    Very friendly and charming. Good coffee.

  • 5/5 Dianne S. 4 years ago on Google
    The most delicious and creative vegan food I've ever had.

  • 5/5 souad b. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Really a nice surprise on Isla Mujeres, we did not expect to find such good, healthy and beautifully decorated dishes served in this restaurant found by chance on our way. The chef has a great deal of know-how to execute such tasty and well-worked vegan dishes. The only place in Mexico where we ate so well! Great team ethic that encourages local producers. (Original) Vraiment une belle surprise sur isla mujeres, on ne s'attendait pas à trouver des plats aussi bons, sains et joliment décorés servis dans ce restaurant trouvé par hasard sur notre route. La cheffe a énormément de savoir-faire pour exécuter des plats végétaliens aussi savoureux et bien travaillés. Le seul endroit au Mexique où l'on a aussi bien mangé ! Belle éthique de l'équipe qui encourage les producteurs locaux.

  • 5/5 Andreas B. 6 years ago on Google
    Best vegetarian / vegan place on the island. Exiting menu - very healthy and tasty farm-to- table, modern Mexican cuisine. My favorites: Mole Enchiladas, Eggs Benedict and......?

  • 5/5 Jeffrey E. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food, atmosphere, and people - a great healthy find in a sea of not-so-healthy restaurants.


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Amenities


  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Drive-through
    • ✓️ Kerbside pickup

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