Vegetarian restaurant with vegan, kosher and gluten-free labeled menu. Example dishes include vegan chickpea breakfast burrito, grilled tofu wrap, tofu salad sandwich, quinoa salad, scrambled tofu burrito and more. Grab-and-go items can also be found in various shops - locations are listed on main website. Limited seating available. Est. Dec 2018. Open Mon-Sat 10:00am-6:00pm. Closed Sun.
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116 Amherst Dr SE (at Nob Hill Business Center), Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA, 87106
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Added by vsvihla on 12 Jan 2019
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22 Reviews
First Review by vsvihla
StarleenRoseCooley
Points +26
Love the food - Edit
The food is spectacular and the owners are so kind I can’t recommend enough this definitely belongs on everyone’s must try list
Read morePros: Everything is vegetarian , Majority is vegan , Welcoming atmosphere
Cons: Prices are not listed on food
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pklawson
Points +24
Wonderful Food! - Edit
Love, love, love the vegan/gluten free options here. The flavors are so delicious, I try to recreate them at home! Especially the Old Mexican Enchilada Bake and the Asian Noodle dish. Although I have not gone to their storefront, I always pick up their food at La Monanita Co Op. Thank you to all the staff!
Read morePros: Delicious food, always something gluten free and vegan, Convenient locations
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ElFuctardo
Points +27
Sold at Triangle Market Cedar Crest - Edit
The tofu salad is really good (take-and-make). Wife really likes the pizza.
Read morePros: Vegan quick bites
Cons: Pretty pricey
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SaulK
Points +22
Our go to place for 'fast' food - Edit
Fast because everything is ready to takeout. It's all delicious and nutritious.
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lisamfield07
Points +139
Perfect for my tiny casita's kitchen! - Edit
I come to ABQ for work about quarterly. I found Mata G's this time and I'm in love. I can get fresh and quality variety in my diet without going out for each meal. Prices are definitely fair. My selections included a tofu salad sandwich, a super fresh Asian salad, an Indian mixed curry plate (delicious!), and Dal soup. I took it all cold back to my tiny Airbnb kitchen.
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nukinem
Points +806
Surprisingly good to-go grub - Edit
Seems to be like a catering business that specializes in to-go food. Everything they have is stocked in the case, ready to pick up, pay and go. Everything is clearly marked for vegan options. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Read moreOur suggestion is to pack it up in a bag and take a walk to Tractor Brewing and enjoy this tasty food with a refreshing local brew.
Pros: Everything is packaged and ready to go, Friendly staff, Super clean environment
Cons: Everything is cold, but can be microwaved there, Only outdoor seating
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SlimAndSlam
Points +119
Grab And Go Vegetarian Venue With Lots Of Options - Edit
This is definitely a vegetarian (not vegan) venue but the majority of offerings are vegan and are clearly marked. The underlying tradition is Indian with a lot of dal, tofu, chickpea, and related offerings. The venue appears to have a few indoor seats but I'm not sure they're for customers(?). In any case, they do have an outdoor patio with a number of tables and chairs so it is possible to have a sit-down meal. All food is pre-prepared and packaged daily, and available in their refrigerated display cases, so you get your food very quickly. They will heat the food up, if desired.
Read moreI had a tofu wrap with lettuce, tomato, and veganaise. It was some quick comfort food before I jumped on my plane at ABQ. Yum!
Pros: Lots of food options, Food is pre-prepared daily so no waiting, Mostly vegan offerings
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Knoxland
Points +597
Delightful - Edit
Been at this joint several times since opening and has never failed with the quality of food and service. Delightful to have met the owners and their energy is breathtakingly refreshing. Always offering a sample of this that and the other. Clean cafe and some of their items had been found in nearby store.
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bduboff
Points +1445
It was just ok - Edit
This was my second visit here. I wish I could give it a higher rating. The tofu salad sandwich was fresh but bland. The seasonal veggies with zucchini asparagus and artichoke was ruined with too much rosemary and thyme. The Asian noodles were ok but odd - I can't tell you what they tasted like but not really Asian. No staff were wearing masks but they wouldn't let us sit inside or use the restroom so are they operating in pandemic mode or not? We couldn't order off the menu either - it's just takeout from the cooler - a microwave is available to heat items. So mostly I'd give Mata G a rating of MEH ... sorry.
Read morePros: vegan options clearly labeled
Cons: bland or odd seasonings, no restroom, no inside tables
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swedash
Points +1766
It’s grab and go style - Edit
Very good vegan and vegetarian options! Every looks so tasty, it’s hard to choose! Our server was very nice and the place was very garden like.
Read moreWe’d love to return someday!
Try it now for #veganuary ! #Veganuary
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NicoleVanDuyn
Points +49
Delicious - Edit
Food is always fresh and delicious with a wealth of vegan options!
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ScottCline
Points +3156
Delicious food to go - Edit
As part of my travels to Albuquerque, I was going to be at a site where I did not have access to vegan meals. As a result, I picked up the Mexican tofu scramble wrap and the spicy tempeh wrap the day before planning each of those for breakfast and lunch, respectfully. Both were delicious and easy to bring. The staff were very friendly and the peanut butter cookie was yummy!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Friendly staff
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Barney Big Ears
Points +395
Fresh, tasty food - Edit
Easy place to grab and go. Friendly staff.
Read morePros: Clear vegan labels, High quality
Cons: Small portions
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rowanoaktree
Points +50
Punjabi chickpea burrito! - Edit
Everything I’ve had here has been tasty but that chickpea burrito is seriously the bomb. The menu rotates somewhat often and there are lots of vegan options both for entrees and dessert.
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athleticvegan
Points +71
Friendly service - Edit
Small little deli with mostly prepackaged ready to go items, but all looked pretty good. No bathroom, so have hand sanitizer, or be prepared to go to the co-op to use the restroom. Plenty of vegan options.
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oak_leaf
Points +1270
Delicious! - Edit
Vegetarian and vegan restaurant! The hot meal of the day always has a vegan and a vegetarian option separately. They now partner with other stores and establishments, keep an eye out for Mata G food at other places around town!
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The_Hydrated_Pilot
Points +121
Such a cute hole-in-the-wall - Edit
Very clean, well lit, well managed & maintained. The staff is friendly & knowledgeable, & will explain all options. Limited seating, but very comfortable and welcoming, & the background music is calming. The food was very flavorful & there were many grab-n-go options. Will definitely be stopping by again.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Lots of vegetarian options , Non-vegan products: honey/dairy (clearly labeled)
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Rasputin
Points +530
Everything on shelf was EXPIRED - Edit
Was only serving pre-packaged food the day I visited. Everything on the shelf was expired-some items were a week past their expiration dates. One employee looked as if they had just rolled out of bed and sprinted to work. Drinks were drastically sub-par. Service was extremely slow-even though nobody else was there. I’m honestly surprised they are still in business. Don’t waste your time.
Read moreCons: All pre-packaged food was expired, Slow Service
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tqudduss
Points +25
Great find - Edit
Found this place on our way to the Albuquerque airport. Amazing food. Manager was very welcoming and engaging. I had one of their rotational specials. Very good.
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alizzzy
Points +24
Tasty! - Edit
Beautiful space, great service and tasty food! We had the hot enchilada plates they were serving fresh.
Read morePros: Beautiful/Clean space, Friendly staff and owner, Delicious house-made teas and food.
Cons: Seemed a little pricey
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JBGilmour
Points +16
delicious - Edit
I was greeted warmly by Guru Mata G, and promptly given a tour of the delicious wraps, take-home meals, and side dishes, was convinced to go with the special of the day after a proudly excited description— couscous, vegetable kebab, and chickpea masala stew. When I tasted it, I knew it was exactly what I was looking for today!
Read moreAs they say here, they are 100% vegetarian, and 80% vegan.
Wonderful people. Delicious food. Welcoming, clear, high vibes abound.
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vsvihla
Points +568
Vegetarian and vegan deli - Edit
This tiny shop carries a big selection of prepared foods. We went during its soft launch recently. We ordered from the hot entree and some prepared foods, then ate at one of the few cute tables along the window. The space is attractive and bright, and staff very friendly. One person did not know if a dish was vegan or not, and quickly went to ask someone. This is a good sign for a new restaurant that is still training staff.
Read moreWe ordered the yellow dahl and rice from the hot buffet. The rice was tasty and fluffy. Neither seemed greasy or over salted (in fact, we added a bit of salt). From the prepared goods, we selected a tofu pita sandwich with tabouli, the tofu salad, and a Lebanese set of rice, green beans in sauce, and grain-based kibbeh.
Everything was tasty. I especially enjoyed the kibbeh and tofu salad.
Prepared foods all have the date written on the bottom. Some were older than I would expect to see (3 days old), but everything tasted very fresh.
I wish they used re-usable/washable cups/plates/silverware for dine-in customers. They have compostables and recyclable plastic and they said they do separate them.
I would certainly go here again, and this place would be a great option when feeding a big group and needing a couple grab-and-go options for the vegans.
Pros: Multiple vegan options with protein, Rotating selection of hot dishes, Great grab-and-go / take-out
Cons: Tiny space, Some dishes would be better heated, so dine in is
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