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Vandal Taqueria, Sydney

59 Enmore Rd, Newtown NSW 2042, Australia

Recommended by 70 people

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Find Vandal Taqueria, Sydney

59 Enmore Rd, Newtown NSW 2042, Australia

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+61 468 820 245
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Vandal Taqueria, Sydney

Pure Inner West energy on Enmore Road, Vandal Taqueria turns plant-based Mexican on its head with entirely meatless antojitos that routinely fool devoted carnivores. The kitchen builds serious texture into flaky "fish" and "duck" tacos, stuffed crispy zucchini flowers, and charred corn coated in chipotle sauce. For groups, the multi-course set banquet removes the guesswork—often supplemented with a round of crisp cheeseburger spring rolls. Midweek drops down to four-dollar plates on Taco Tuesday, accompanied by smoky mezcal margaritas and fast, upbeat floor staff who keep the tempo humming.

  • Convincing Plant-Based Taqueria: Plant-based takes on flaky fish tacos, duck carnitas, and tuna sashimi tostadas consistently surprise and satisfy committed carnivores.
  • Group-Friendly Feast: A multi-course tasting menu lets groups graze through stuffed zucchini flowers, quesadillas, and signature tacos without ordering friction.
  • Taco Tuesday and Cocktails: Midweek brings four-dollar tacos alongside spicy margaritas in a loud, graffiti-walled room with attentive staff.
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Why Diners Choose Vandal Taqueria

Discover why Sydney diners choose Vandal Taqueria for bold plant-based feasts and vibrant group dining.

  • Plant-Based Mexican Without Compromise

    Vandal proves that a 100% plant-based taqueria can deliver intensely rich Mexican flavours and realistic textures from duck carnitas to popcorn prawn tacos.

    On our first visit, we didn’t even realise it was entirely plant-based. That’s how good it is.

    Sascha

  • Astonishing Plant-Protein Textures

    Clever culinary craft creates convincing plant-protein renditions of fish and meat dishes that replicate the taste and bite diners crave.

    I'm still scratching my head wondering how that was not fish!

    Maj Lolas

  • Effortless Multi-Course Group Dining

    Multi-course banquet tasting menus eliminate ordering friction for group gatherings, bringing diverse palates together effortlessly.

    If you are going as a group, definitely get the set menu and add some nachos or empanadas to share.

    Raylene Park

  • Winning Over Omnivore Diners

    Bringing non-vegan friends and family turns into shared delight when skeptics discover how rich and satisfying cruelty-free dining can be.

    Even my non-vegan dad was obsessed with the food.

    Clare Watts

  • High-Value Taco Tuesday Ritual

    Weekly Taco Tuesday specials feature four-dollar tacos alongside house cocktails, providing a high-value mid-week dining tradition.

    We went on a Tuesday when they had their ‘taco Tuesday’s’ offer - each taco is $4 and margaritas are $15.

    Charlotte Birch

  • Abundant Feast at Accessible Pricing

    Generously portioned multi-course set menus allow diners to explore signature courses at a remarkably accessible set price.

    We would recommend getting the set menu for $44pp to try all their fav dishes without having to choose one and miss the other gem

    Nguyen Thi Song Ha

Most loved plant-based tacos and signature starters

  • Chargrilled corn

    The highlight for us was definitely the chipotle chargrilled corns.. Divine flavors

    Nguyen Thi Song Ha

  • Tuna ceviche

    The highlight is the “tuna” ceviche and the mushroom quesadilla I was drooling over.

    Georgia E

  • Stuffed crispy zucchini flowers

    stuffed crispy zucchini flowers ( one of the star dishes for sure)

    Neeqs27

  • Korean eggplant taco

    I always get the eggplant and fish tacos

    Raylene Park

Other favorites

Complement your feast with standout starters, sides, specialty cocktails, and desserts

  • Cheeseburger spring rolls

    We added the cheeseburger spring rolls and they definitely were one of my favourites.

    Hitesh Moolchandani

  • Smokin' Gun Margarita

    chargrilled corn and the Smokin' Gun Margarita were absolute standouts.

    Larissa the Cat

  • Churros

    The churros are huge, definitely a 2 person desert. I am obsessed.

    Crystal Creep

  • Empanadas

    We ordered the empanadas, nachos and four tacos

    Raylene Park

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate the plant-based dining experience at Vandal Taqueria.

  • Birthday Dessert Celebration

    Waitstaff bring out a candle on dessert to mark birthday celebrations for guests.

  • Tailored Spice Adjustment

    Staff proactively adjust dish preparation to accommodate guests with low spice tolerance.

  • Attentive Course-by-Course Guidance

    Waiters provide guided, dish-by-dish recommendations and pace out multi-course set menus smoothly.

  • Creative Specialty Margaritas

    Signature house cocktails feature distinctive preparations like the mezcal-based Smokin' Gun and piña colada margaritas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the food completely plant-based?

Yes, the entire menu is 100% plant-based Mexican cuisine, featuring vegan renditions of duck carnitas, fish tacos, lamb, prawns, and tuna sashimi tostadas.

Is there a set menu option, and is it filling?

Yes, Vandal offers a popular multi-course set tasting menu (often $38–$44 per person) that covers signature items like guacamole, chargrilled corn, stuffed zucchini flowers, quesadillas, and tacos. Reviewers note it is very filling and ideal for groups.

What is the Taco Tuesday deal?

Every Tuesday, Vandal runs a Taco Tuesday special featuring discounted $4 tacos alongside specialty margaritas.

Can I book a table in advance?

Yes, table bookings are accepted and especially recommended for evening dining and sought-after patio seating.

What are the parking options around the restaurant?

Street parking can be tricky along busy Enmore Road, but both free and paid street parking spots can usually be found on nearby side streets with a short walk.

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