BA Restauraunt: California Burrito Co.

I miss my burritos. In Colorado we are spoiled with Qdoba, Chipotle, and Illegal Pete's burrito joints always nearby. Here in Buenos Aires, you are lucky if you can find a tortilla (I still can't find them at the supermercados). Especially for vegans, burrito places are essential for survival.

So we were excited when we found a (vegetarian-friendly) burrito place started by American expats right in downtown Buenos Aires: California Burrito Co, located at Lavalle 441.

It works just like the burrito places back home: you get in line to go to the counter and tell them everything you want on it, pay at the caja, and take it to your table. Unfortunately it is a little tough to get them to put guacamole on, and they don't have a grilled veggie burrito like Qdoba or Illegal Pete's back home. However, they do have black or pinto beans, rice, tasty sauteed onions, and some good salsa options. No bottles of hot sauce available, but they still taste delicious without.

I couldn't tell you if the torillas are vegan, but my experience with places in the US is that they usually are. So, this may be one of the best vegan spots in town if you are looking for something quick, satisfying and reminiscent of US-style fast-casual dining. I loved it.