Megan Mulholland
Service was awful in that there was one person working. He had to manage those seated and orders online. We had a 6:15 reservation. Got our appetizers an HOUR later. Then dinner and finally our drinks. One couple waited 20 minutes and left without being waited on. He didn’t clear tables and was not attentive.
That aside we were there for the Persian menu (yes, at a Mexican restaurant. The owner is Iranian).
We shared 4 small plates and then had our own small plates. Plenty of food. The only white they had was a rose. Bleh.
So food was good but man the service was rough. It was also very loud so it was hard to talk and listen.
… moreSaam Mohebi
I ordered delivery but this easily became one of my favorite spots around! not only do they have amazing mexican food but the persian menu on mon/tues is amazing. some of the best gheimeh i’ve ever eaten in my life. love the persian menu love what you guys are doing thank you
… morejessica suman
Viva Mexicana has an amazing variety of burritos that work for all kinds of dietary restrictions. Whether you’re looking for vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free options, they’ve got you covered. The flavors are absolutely fantastic—fresh, bold, and so satisfying. It’s rare to find a place that balances variety with quality this well. Highly recommend! The Traditional Medicinal Employees love it
… morelinda S
Food was good. Service was prompt and the server made good suggestions that improved my dining experience .
… moreJoan Price
I’ve been eating Viva Mexicana’s delicious food for years, usually take out. I’m vegan, and I love the variety of vegan options. my favorite: very vegan burrito. The owner is delightful, and the whole staff is friendly and skilled. I like that the restaurant doesn’t close between lunch and dinner, so we can eat whenever we want. I feel lucky to have Viva Mexicana in our town!
… moreChetan Chandrashekar
The food was below average for such a high rated restaurant. We specifically went for vegan options. We also took non vegan food and both were equally poor. The service is excellent, the host/server was great. I’m was also annoying that tip option was pre programmed. I’d recommend to drive 5 mins more to sebastapool downtown and eat and many other options.
… morealison roberts
Dined at Viva last night with friends from Petaluma. We absolutely loved our experience. It was chef and owner Sima’s Persian Night, something new she is doing on Monday and Tuesday nights. Sima is Persian, and although she has served amazing Mexican food since assuming ownership of the restaurant, she has always added a twist that reveals her Persian influence. The new menu offers a great selection of traditional Persian cuisine, sweet, savory, tart and includes wine, beer, and specialty drink pairings. My party enjoyed a crisp Sauvignon blanc, but next time I will try the Santa Rosa plum fruit roll up margarita as it looked beautiful and the woman at the table next to ours said it was delicious. We ordered an herb and cheese app, sima brought olives in a walnut sauce, the cucumber yogurt dish, lamb and quince stew, lentil and rice, and chicken pomegranate stew. All was delicious! We rarely order dessert, but were curious about the menu so had the pistachio ice cream, havla, and bread pudding. Sima brought an herbal tea that was a perfect compliment. Each dessert was incredible-the ha la my favorite but my friends voted the bread pudding. Amazing! The portions are just right which allowed us to try many different things, including desserts, but leave feeling satisfied, not “stuffed.”
Sima made everyone in the restaurant feel as though they were in her home. Persian music was playing in the background, and although she was busy serving, supporting staff, helping with takeout orders, she spent time visiting at tables, sharing food and her extensive knowledge about the traditions behind the meals on the menu.
I noticed some customers arrived expecting her normal Mexican fare and she honored it.
This is not a “get in and get out” experience- come for a unique, sobre mesa experience. Highly recommend.
… moreY. Mestrada
A delightful little Mexican restaurant that offers a vegan menu! I had the butternut squash enchiladas with fresh avocado and spicy chipotle sauce, plus veggie refried beans and Spanish rice. I enjoyed every bite. I also enjoyed a Vegan coconut horchata— this had to be hands down the most delicious and tasty horchata I’ve ever drank!! So good! The staff were very friendly and hospitable. They also offer a couple of vegan desserts. I enjoyed my meal and felt the price point was well worth the price. A healthy meal that felt satisfying and nourishing. I highly recommend this cute dining spot located in enchanting Sebastopol.
… moreJanina Turchin
A tried and true staple here in Sebastopol. The healthiest and freshest Mexican food around. They use organic ingredients, the flavors are well balanced and not overpowering or too spicy, and they use oil very minimally so you can actually taste the individual ingredients. They use locally caught fish, grass fed beef, and they have a lot of wonderful vegan and vegetarian options as well. I also have to stick to a very special diet due to some health issues and this is one of the only places I can get takeout from because they don’t use excessive seasonings. I found a couple dishes that I can eat from time to time and I’m really grateful for that.
… moreFlying Rook
We had dinner at a delightful restaurant in Sebastopol! The food was really delicious and well prepared! They take care to offer vegan, gluten free, and vegetarian options! Solid place for anyone. The staff was exceptional! Super friendly and knowledgeable, plus while we dined in, the server greeted everyone by name! They seem to have a dedicated and devoted following! We had vegan tamale plate, vegan sopes plate and a vegan elote! All so good! Their watermelon aqua fresca was next level! So fresh and tasty! We really enjoyed our experience and would recommend this place to anyone! Viva good food!
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