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Phatties

Phatties Phatties is a vegetarian and vegan Mexican restaurant located on W. Mission Avenue that specializes in authentic Queretaro cuisine, with dishes such as gorditas and tamales. The restaurant also operates a food truck that serves various neighborhoods and offers limited-time specials like blue corn gorditas and free tamales on Valentine's Day.
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Hello Phatties Fam ❤️Our food truck is up for sale! We’ve done a few trucks at this point, and we’re ready to switch thi...
03/21/2026

Hello Phatties Fam ❤️

Our food truck is up for sale!

We’ve done a few trucks at this point, and we’re ready to switch things up and try something new.

Before anyone panics 😅 Phatties will still be doing pop-ups
👀 Pop-up coming soon btw

🚚 $75k OBO
Fully equipped, 100% self-contained turnkey kitchen with California insignia — ready to operate anywhere in California.

Currently holds an active San Diego Health Department permit.

Perfect for anyone looking to step into the food truck or restaurant space with minimal startup time and overhead.

Priced to sell — ready for its next owner

For serious inquiries or private showings, please DM us.

If you or someone you know might be interested, send them our way or share this 🤍

Friday and Sundays, that’s right! Not one but two pop ups this week! who’s coming and where are you pulling up? 👀Put it ...
12/16/2025

Friday and Sundays, that’s right! Not one but two pop ups this week! who’s coming and where are you pulling up? 👀

Put it on your calendar!

https://www.phattiesinc.com/post/our-first-pop-up-was-a-beautiful-chaotic-full-hearted-mess-and-we-loved-itour first pop...
12/16/2025

https://www.phattiesinc.com/post/our-first-pop-up-was-a-beautiful-chaotic-full-hearted-mess-and-we-loved-it
our first pop up was a success! our next pop ups have been announced! Read all about it!

First things first — THANK YOU to everyone who showed up to our very first Phatties pop-up. Seriously. It was amazing, overwhelming, emotional, and a little chaotic (okay, very chaotic 😅). Seeing so many familiar faces, regulars lining up, and people who’ve been with us since the early days m...

Our first pop-up is HERE! 🎉We’re kicking off December with holiday specials like our vegan cheesy tamales con rajas, veg...
12/09/2025

Our first pop-up is HERE! 🎉
We’re kicking off December with holiday specials like our vegan cheesy tamales con rajas, vegan conchitas, and our classic champurrado.
Plus some of everyone’s favorites — Phatties burritos, breakfast burritos, “asada” burritos, taquitos de papa, and more. 💚✨

📍 This Friday at the San Marcos Farmers Market
⏰ 4–8pm
Live music • Plenty of seating • Perfect cozy vibes

Pull up and celebrate this new chapter with us. 🌙💛

12/09/2025

Who’s ready for our first Pop up? 👀

Make room in your calendar for this Friday, 4-8pm

First pop up is here! You coming or nah? 😎If you’ve missed your favorite taquitos, and you don’t want to miss out on som...
12/09/2025

First pop up is here! You coming or nah? 😎

If you’ve missed your favorite taquitos, and you don’t want to miss out on some vegan conchitas con champurrado…(oh and a few comebacks 👀 like our breakfast and phatties burritos on the list). Don’t miss our first pop up this Friday, plenty of seating, & live music!

See you soon!

…Regresamos en breve bebes 💃🕺Tag a friend you’re bringing to our first food truck pop up! 👀
11/25/2025

…Regresamos en breve bebes 💃🕺

Tag a friend you’re bringing to our first food truck pop up! 👀

❤️ In the middle of our last chinga at the Escondido location!Thank you to everyone who’s been stopping by today 😭💚Don’t...
11/02/2025

❤️ In the middle of our last chinga at the Escondido location!

Thank you to everyone who’s been stopping by today 😭💚

Don’t forget to head over to phattiesinc.com and sign up to be the first to get updates about our next chapter, the food truck + pop-ups! 🚚✨

It’s happening ❤️One last weekend at our Escondido location 💕📅 Fri 12–7 | Sat & Sun 10–8 PMCome celebrate the end of thi...
10/31/2025

It’s happening ❤️
One last weekend at our Escondido location 💕
📅 Fri 12–7 | Sat & Sun 10–8 PM
Come celebrate the end of this chapter and the beginning of the next —
See you soon at our pop-ups! 🚚✨

🌮 Only 13 seats left for tonight’s Taco Dinner Night! 🌮Join us for one of our special nights at Phatties 💕We’re serving ...
10/27/2025

🌮 Only 13 seats left for tonight’s Taco Dinner Night! 🌮

Join us for one of our special nights at Phatties 💕
We’re serving up cozy favorites like Sopita de Fideo + Taquitos de Papa, the perfect combo to kick off these final nights in Escondido. Plus a few freebies from the chef 🧑🏻‍🍳

📲 Text “Taco Dinner” to 858-717-1637 to grab your spot before they’re gone!

Let’s make these last dinners unforgettable 🌙💚

Spots are starting to fill up for our Taco Dinner Nights — happening Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday (Oct 27–29) 🌮✨This will...
10/25/2025

Spots are starting to fill up for our Taco Dinner Nights — happening Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday (Oct 27–29) 🌮✨

This will officially be our last week at our Escondido location, and we’re going out with flavor and heart 💚

We’re doing an exclusive all-taco menu, a lineup of your Phatties favorites plus a few new creations you don’t want to miss! 🔥
Come sit with us one more time, share a meal, and celebrate everything this little spot has meant to our community over the years.

💵 Cash Only (POS contracts have ended)
📲 Text “Taco Dinner” to 858-717-1637 to save your spot
Reservations are limited to 70 guests per night and yes, some lucky tables will get surprise delicious freebies these three nights! 🎁

Let’s make this last week together unforgettable.

Phatties Throwback Weekend + Taco Nights Incoming! 💕🌮We’re bringing back some of your favorite Phatties classics for one...
10/24/2025

Phatties Throwback Weekend + Taco Nights Incoming! 💕🌮

We’re bringing back some of your favorite Phatties classics for one of our last weekends in Escondido and rolling right into our final TACO DINNER NIGHTS next week!

✨ This Weekend’s Throwbacks:
FRIDAY → Smoky King Trumpet Chik’n Tinga Tostadas 🌶️
SATURDAY → Classic Mexican Elotes 🌽 BOGO — Buy One, Get One Free!
SUNDAY → Comeback drinks! 🥝🍓 Kiwi Agua Fresca + Strawberry Horchata

Then it’s time for TACO DINNER NIGHTS → Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday (Oct. 27–29)
A full taco lineup featuring your favorites; Roasted Poblano, Vegan Adobada, Phish, Huitlacoche + plus our new Cheesy Calabacita Tacos! 🔥

⏰ Dinner hours: 5–9 PM
📲 Text “Taco Dinner” to 858-717-1637 to save your spot for Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday.
We’ll start filling up Monday first, then Tuesday, and so on, so text early to lock it in!

Let’s make these final nights at Phatties unforgettable, full of flavor, friends, and gratitude. 💚

Address

242 W. Mission Avenue Ste D
Escondido, CA
92025

For the vegetarian/vegan restaurant and Mexican restaurant on W. Mission Avenue in Escondido, you can get there by public transport via the bus route number 302 which stops nearby. Alternatively, for those driving, the restaurant is located just off the I-15 freeway and has parking available on-site.

Opening Hours

Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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What people say

Mexican restaurants are known for their flavorful and authentic dishes, and Phatties on W. Mission Avenue in Escondido is no exception. This vegetarian and vegan restaurant specializes in bringing the best of Queretaro, Mexico to your plate. Their gorditas are a must-try, with a variety of fillings that will satisfy any craving. But what sets Phatties apart is their commitment to plant-powered Mexican cuisine, making it a great option for those looking for healthy and delicious food options. And now, you can follow their food truck all over San Diego or catch them at various events like the Vegan Market in LA. With their dedication to quality ingredients and unique flavors, Phatties is definitely worth checking out. Don't forget to try their tamales on Valentine's Day when they're giving them away for free!

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