Vegan-friendly
Lacto
Delivery
Take-out
Mexican
Breakfast
Non-veg
Serves meat, vegan options available. Sit down Mexican restaurant offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner with marked "V" for vegan options on the menu. Replaced Ranchos Cocina with update yet similar menu. Open Mon-Sun 11:00am-9:00pm.
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1830 Sunset Cliffs Blvd, Ocean Beach, San Diego, California, USA, 92107
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Last update on 28 Oct 2021 by Hugococina
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Added by MelanieArce on 09 Mar 2017
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41 Reviews
First Review by fullbellyhappyheart
xtineexplores
Points +588
Mid Carne Asada Tacos - Edit
It took a while to get our water. The tacos had so much lettuce it took away from the flavor of the vegan carne asada. The carne asada was forgettable. Ranchos Cocina is way better.
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vegan_mouse
Points +1510
Extensive Vegan Menu - Edit
We had a delicious dinner and had so many options to choose from. They were also very happy to work with dietary restrictions, change the menu around, and offer suggestions for gluten free/gain free options.
Read moreThe server even mentioned that they’d be happy to serve breakfast items during dinner hours.
I had the enchilada combination plate, and had one soy chorizo enchilada and one with nopales. Both were great!
Also, went back the next morning for breakfast and had the tofu rancheros. Also delicious! The breakfast vegan menu is also extensive- I wish I could try more of their offerings!
Updated from previous review on 2025-12-03
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sokahat1
Points +133
More options than most Mexican restaurants - Edit
I was so happy with the vegan options here. I'm used to going to eat at a Mexican food restaurant and having only bean options. I had a fish taco and Apollo asada taco and they were both delicious. Margarita was great too.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-11-05
Pros: Options, Atmosphere, Staff
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Stroudvegetarian
Points +58
Great veggie options - Edit
Veggie options (and vegan) for everything . Friendly staff and reasonable prices
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SueSW
Points +49
BEST VEGAN TACO & ENCHILADAS IN SD! - Edit
Endless vegan options, great tasting combo platter, VEGAN MOLE!💚
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Lots of vegan protein choices, Great service and flexible on combination choices
Cons: It’s not 100% vegan
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silas1912
Points +1686
Pretty good Mexican food - Edit
Lots of vegan options beautiful interior nice patio great place to go when you’re in San Diego  they have the best salsa that they just put on the table with your chips of anywhere I’ve ever been ever ever. It is spicy and flavorful every time I have it I get to think how thankful I am that it’s in my mouth.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-01-05
Pros: Courteous staff, Clean, Lots of vegan options
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Lnealon
Points +352
Delicious and huge vegan menu - Edit
We love coming grrr for great Mexican food. The enchiladas and tostadas are our go to but you can get vegan chicken or vegan chorizo on anything. Highly recommend!
Read morePros: So many choices, Great tostada grande, Very cute dining room
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tmehki
Points +150
Outstanding!!!!!! - Edit
I haven't come here for years - not sure why - an amazing extensive vegan menu. Margaritas were great! Prices are very fair and the service could not be any more friendly! Forgot to take a picture of the vegan fish taco, which is a 10 out of 10! And free parking in the back!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-03-19
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dkinnett
Points +325
So many vegan options ! - Edit
They have a separate veg/vegan menu with lots of tasty options. I had the vegan carne asada burrito and it was delish ! Server was also super friendly.
Read morePros: Lots of options , Friendly service , Cute patio
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Nikkijeanman
Points +90
House made vegan meats! - Edit
Soooo many vegan options! There is a whole vegan menu! The tortilla soup was devine. The tostadas were transcendent! Vegan rice pudding, ya’ll!!! #Veganuary
Read morePros: Great food, Fresh healthy options, Beautiful restaurant
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mozvegas00
Points +39
Full Vegan menu - Edit
Their vegan options are abundant, and each dish is packed with vibrant, fresh ingredients that highlight the best of Mexican cuisine. The burritos are generously portioned and filled with hearty goodness, perfect after a beach day. The cozy, laid-back atmosphere adds to the charm, making Hugo’s Cocina a must-visit for anyone craving tasty, plant-based Mexican fare. It's a vegan haven by the ocean!
Read morePros: Variety of menu items, Dog friendly
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EilishR
Points +32
Huge variety of vegan options - Edit
It’s so silly that places can’t receive 5 starts unless they are fully vegan. Hugo’s has a fully vegan menu with every vegan substitution available. The California burrito is great and the tortas are very large.
Read morePros: Lots of options , Location in OB, Kind service
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jlusin
Points +494
Authentic Mexican food - Edit
Outside seating, friendly service, and lots of vegan options
Read morePros: Friendly staff , Outside seating , Lots of vegan options
Cons: Pricey
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ToeKneeOni
Points +405
Very large selection - Edit
A whole page of the menu dedicated to vegan/vegetarian options. They have vegan horchata; not listed on the menu but it's available. The vegan fish tacos were excellent. The birra taco was okay but the shiitake tacos was bland and rubbery. Very friendly staff and the food came out quickly
Read morePros: Vegan horchata , Vegan fish tacos , Friendly staff
Cons: Shiitake tacos bland and rubbery
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cocoveg6
Points +28
Tummy Full & Good Sleeps - Edit
They have a vegan menu with options my dude. The special that they had was a vegan Birria and I went there and got it twice in one week 🫠 the food coma nap was amazing 🙌 also, you can sit outside with all the cute little plants 😍🥰
Read morePros: Food , Indoor and Outdoor Vibes , Kind Staff ❤️
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LorraineGadsden
Points +7760
Lots of Veg Options - Edit
Hugo’s is your typical heavily Americanized Mexican food. To me, it’s nostalgic, but it’s also on the side of bland and ultimately nothing amazing. The menu is huge (per usual for these kinds of restaurants), but their unique feature is the abundance of vegan options. We ordered carne asada nachos, a trio of veggie enchiladas, a bean and cheese burrito (I added nopalas), and a strawberry margarita. The food itself was good, but nothing extraordinary, and in general, it was missing some flavor. The rice, surprisingly, was the best part of the night and had a bit more flavor than anything else. The produce was fresh. The strawberry margarita was yummy.
Read moreThe staff was very friendly, accommodating, and understanding of veganism. I personally would not go out of my way to eat here, especially considering the better vegan options in the area, but if you’re in the area, craving this kind of food, or need an accommodating place for nonveg people, this is your spot.
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HoneybeeHarlow
Points +36
Best carne asada I’ve had as a vegan!!! - Edit
Delicious and GREAT service!! Also had great options for non-vegans 😃🙌
Read morePros: Carne asada burrito , Great service, San Diego tortillas (you know what’s up!)
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VirgilMiller
Points +89
Mexican food in Ocean Beach - Edit
Plenty of vegan options, good size portions, and good service.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Big portions, Good service
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bbgv711
Points +27
Delicious! - Edit
Hugo’s was delicious. We ordered the nachos, “fish” tacos, and potato fajitas. Everything was delicious and the servings were large. Leftovers for days!
Read morePros: Tons of vegan options , Friendly staff, Delicious food
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vegonugs
Points +1902
so many options! - Edit
The menu has multiple clearly labeled vegan options. The food was a good size portion and very delicious!
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ogrodwendu
Points +164
Very good, homemade - Edit
I the food is delicious! Very authentic Mexican cuisine in the vegan version. I had sweet potato burrito (it came with the whole west fresh tortilla), tofu enchilada ( it had a tomato sauce made with the fresh tomatoes) and veggie tamale (so good!). Cons - they serve animal products as well and their to go containers are plastic.
Read moreWe will come back! #Veganuary
Pros: Lots of marked vegan options , Authentic, homemade , fresh ingredients , Good taste
Cons: Serves animal food too
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yatil
Points +36
The best! - Edit
Whenever we are traveling to San Diego, Hugo’s is the center point for us. Breakfast burritos let you explore the city or the beach for many hours.
Read morePros: A lot of vegan options, Friendly staff, Smol patio
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villarreallevi
Points +962
Great food - Edit
Got the combo plate with the soy chorizo tacos, Spanish rice and refried beans. The food was flavorful and delicious! So many clearly labeled vegan options on the menu too and service was quick. Free chips and salsa too!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-10-03
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SweetSimpleLife
Points +152
It’s good- but could be better - Edit
Large vegan selection, while the food was good it was lacking a bit. The carne was tasty but overall I felt the California burrito as a whole was a bit bland. The chips were meh, and the salsa tasted like their was tequila in it. My 4yo really enjoyed her carne taco.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options
Cons: tad bland
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summercampo
Points +73
My new favorite mexican place! - Edit
They have SOOOO many vegan options it’s insane, but the vegan California burrito is what I got, very good loved it. Everyone was very nice too.
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anutthar
Points +917
Okay food but lotsa options - Edit
Small joint serving lotsa vegan Mexican choices. Got enchiladas and chimichanga. Not among the top 10 Mexican vegan food I’ve had, but not bad either.
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Pollardpies
Points +16
5 stars! - Edit
I was so excited to come back to San Diego literally just to eat here again! My boyfriend, sister, and I who are all vegan ate here more times than we would like to admit lol! Anyways this place is by far the best vegan Mexican food I have had and I cannot get enough, wish they had one near where I live! Cannot recommend this place enough!!!
Read morePros: So many vegan options , Super friendly staff
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