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"How Latham Thomas, Wellness Guru, Spends Her Sundays"
New York Times
December 22, 2017
In her New York Times Sunday spotlight, wellness queen Latham Thomas spilled the (vegan) beans: she's obsessed with Jajaja Mexicana. Her ideal NYC Sunday? A dreamy brunch at the Lower East Side location with "killer" frozen margaritas, crave-worthy nachos perfect for sharing, and pupusas stuffed with beans and serranos that she can't stop raving about. Self-care, but make it spicy.
"How Frankie Grande Spends His Sundays"
New York Times
January 27, 2024
In his New York Times "Sunday Routine," Broadway star and glitter enthusiast Frankie Grande gave Jajaja Mexicana the ultimate vegan love letter. After a jam-packed day of SoulCycle, sequins, and sobbing through The Color Purple, Frankie capped his evening with a delivery order from his "greatest vegan restaurant ever." His go-to Jajaja feast? Nachos, buffalo cauliflower tacos, and vegan queso—perfect for awards show snacking with extra sass. If it's good enough for Frankie's glitter-covered palate, it's definitely party-worthy.
"I've lived in New York for over 50 years — here are 43 of the best places where you should actually eat"
Business Insider
February 8, 2022
Business Insider gave Jajaja Mexicana a big ol' gold star, naming it one of NYC's best restaurants. Their Lower East Side spot gets the love for serving up bold, plant-based Mexican eats that are anything but boring—think vibrant flavors, killer cocktails, and vibes so good you'll forget it's vegan.
"There's a New Guard of Vegan Restaurants in New York"
Bloomberg
September 16, 2022
Bloomberg shouted out Jajaja Mexicana as part of NYC's new vegan vanguard—where meatless eats are finally getting the flair they deserve. In a sea of pulled pork pretenders and plant-based lobster rolls, Jajaja is holding it down with bold, inventive Mexican dishes that prove vegan food can party just as hard as the carnivores.
"Vowing to Eat Vegan in 2021? Here's How to Kickstart a Plant-Based Diet"
Vogue
January 12, 2021
In a 2021 Vogue feature on how to dive into veganism without crying over cheese, Jajaja Mexicana gets a subtle but stylish shoutout. The co-founder of Galioto's Deli name-drops Jajaja's very own Executive Chef Ricky Colex as part of the culinary dream team behind their plant-based Italian menu—proof that Jajaja's flavor magic isn't just staying in its lane. It's influencing vegan eats all across NYC.
"The Best Taco Tuesday (and Tequila) Spots in NYC"
Eater NYC
June 19, 2019
In a sizzling roundup of NYC's best Taco Tuesday spots, Eater and Tequila Cazadores name-drop Jajaja Plantas Mexicana as the go-to for plant-based taco lovers. Highlighted for its flavor-packed vegan creations—like chayote squash "fish" tacos and turmeric chorizo—the article also spotlights Jajaja's exclusive Kale Ginger Margarita made with Cazadores Blanco and green juice. Because who says your Tuesday can't be both a party and a wellness ritual?
"How Diners Pressured NYC's Restaurateurs to Be More 'Ethical'"
Eater NYC
January 13, 2020
In Eater's deep dive into NYC's evolving ethical dining scene, Jajaja Plantas Mexicana gets a shout for being part of the city's new wave of plant-based trailblazers. The piece highlights how restaurants are going beyond just vegan menus—getting serious about sustainability, inclusivity, and social impact. Jajaja stands proud as a place where your tacos come with a side of values—proving you can have your (egg-free) cake and eat it too, all while doing a little good for the planet.