Machete Ancestral Mexican Food
★ 4.7 (731) · 
· $$
1007 Main St, Vancouver, BC V6A 4L4, Canada
Phone: (778) 302-4795
Machete Ancestral Mexican Food in Vancouver is a 4.7-star Mexican restaurant with 731 Google reviews, known for Machete Huitlacoche Quesadilla and Pollito Machete.
Why we love it
- Ancestral Mexican with indigenous influences
- Authentic flavors, vibrant decor, family-friendly
- Attentive service with knowledgeable staff
- Ancestral Mexican with indigenous influences
- Located nearby
- Authentic flavors, vibrant decor, family-friendly
- Attentive service with knowledgeable staff
What to Order
Machete Huitlacoche Quesadilla
This "huge" elongated quesadilla features huitlacoche, a corn fungus delicacy, offering a unique and earthy flavor profile.
"The machete huitlachoche quesadilla was huge and amazing and the yucca fries were delicious."
Andrew Simpson
Pollito Machete
A delicious and "big beautiful" machete filled with chicken, served on a soft blue corn tortilla.
"The pollito machete was delicious, a big beautiful, somewhat messy-to-eat (in a good way); the blue corn tortilla was soft and a unique take for a wrap."
Riley Batten
Huarache
A traditional Mexican dish with a thick, oval-shaped corn tortilla base, praised for its authentic taste.
"Amazing food! Very authentic Mexican food! Try the huarache"
erik j
Pozol
A refreshing, cocoa-based drink that is highly recommended, especially if you ask for it less sweet.
"Toma Pozol is a fantastic cocoa drink. So refreshing. Ask for less sweet. It is fantastic!"
Maryam Khezrzadeh
Hot Chocolate
A smooth and frothy hot chocolate with a great blend of spices that tantalizes the taste buds.
"The hot chocolate was smooth, frothy with a great blend of spice that tantalized the taste buds."
Andrew Simpson
Horchata
A delicious and refreshing traditional Mexican drink, perfect for cooling down.
"We tried the horchata (delicious and refreshing), though the menu also features several cacao-based drinks that immediately caught our eye for a future visit."
Annie Rupani
Inside Scoop
- The restaurant specializes in "machetes," which are elongated quesadillas perfect for sharing.
- The blue corn tortillas are freshly stone-ground and a unique highlight.
- The cacao-based drinks (pozols) are a must-try and can be customized for sweetness.
- The owner's husband, Alex, is known for explaining the menu and providing excellent service.
- It's a small, inviting space that can get busy, especially during lunchtime.