Laughing Planet – Mexican
This vibrant, high-energy haunt invites diners into a world of fresh, global flavors where the crunch of golden chips meets the creamy richness of house-made guacamole and zesty, small-batch salsas. Nutrient-packed greens take center stage in inventive bowls like the sumac-dusted salads and the "Highway to Kale," while steaming portions of hearty vegan chili provide a comforting, soul-warming anchor to the experience. It is a playful sanctuary for the health-conscious, blending wholesome ingredients with a spirited atmosphere that makes every nourishing bite feel like a celebration of vitality.
3320, Southeast Belmont Street, Portland, OR, 97214 +15032356472 http://laughingplanetcafe.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, carnivore, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Snacks & Shareables
- Guacamole & Chips - $8: Larger size for sharing! Served with non-GMO corn tortilla chips. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salsa & Chips (Small) - $4: Non-GMO corn tortilla chips and your choice of one of our homemade salsas. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salsa & Chips (Large) - $5: Non-GMO corn tortilla chips and your choice of one of our homemade salsas. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso & Chips - $7: Aged white cheddar, medium cheddar, fire-roasted tomatoes and chipotle peppers. Served with non-GMO corn tortilla chips. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Zappatista Salad - $12: Romaine lettuce, Smart black beans, jack cheese, pico de gallo, non-GMO corn tortilla chips, choice of avocado lime dressing or salsa. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sumac Salad - $12: Lacinato kale, curry-roasted pumpkin seeds, spinach, roasted cauliflower, quinoa, apples, dried cranberries, and queso fresco tossed in roasted red pepper sumac dressing. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kale Caesar Salad (Large) - $10: House-made Caesar dressing, curry-roasted pumpkin seeds, nutritional yeast, lemon. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Highway to Kale Salad (Large) - $10: Lacinato kale and carrots with lemon-parsley vinaigrette, dried cranberries, pumpkin seeds, and queso fresco. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups
- World Famous Vegan Chili (Bowl) - $7: Smart pinto, black and garbanzo beans, corn, zucchini, carrots, onions, green bell peppers, and celery. Served with non-GMO corn tortilla chips. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seasonal Soup of the Day (Bowl) - $7: Served with non-GMO corn tortilla chips on the side. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
Quesadillas
- Cheese & Pico Quesadilla - $8.5: Jack cheese and pico de gallo. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Chicken Quesadilla - $10: Grilled chicken, jack cheese, pico de gallo, and Chipotle BBQ sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Quesadilla - $10: Grilled chicken breast, jack cheese, and pico de gallo. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Burritos
- Bean & Cheese Burrito - $8.5: Smart pinto beans, brown rice, jack cheese, and pico de gallo. Available at: dinner, lunch
- SW Green Chile Burrito - $9.75: Smart black beans, house-roasted green chiles, corn, cheddar cheese, brown rice, and pico de gallo. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tempeh Royale Burrito - $11: Baked organic tempeh, brown rice, Smart black beans, steamed kale, pico de gallo, and fresh guacamole. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach & Black Bean Burrito - $9.75: Smart black beans, steamed spinach, jack cheese, brown rice, and pico de gallo. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Burrito - $11: Grilled chicken breast, Smart pinto beans, brown rice, jack cheese, and pico de gallo. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bubba Burrito - $11: Grilled chicken breast, Smart pinto beans, jack cheese, corn, brown rice, pico de gallo, and chipotle BBQ sauce. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Burrito - $11: 100% pasture raised beef, Smart black beans, cheddar cheese, brown rice, pico de gallo & choice of salsa. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Holy Mole Burrito - $11: Grilled Chicken, Smart Pinto Beans, Jack Cheese, Brown Rice, Pico de Gallo, Mole Sauce and Sour Cream. Available at: dinner, lunch
Bowls
- Comfort Bowl - $14.75: Brown rice, Smart black beans, sliced avocado, organic sour cream, cheddar cheese, pico de gallo, black olives, and cilantro. NY Sauce on the side. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Harvest Bowl - $14.75: Quinoa, Smart black beans, yams, steamed kale, tempeh, avocado, cilantro-lime slaw, and pumpkin seeds. Killer Green sauce on the side. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thai Bowl - $15.5: Baked organic tofu, garlic green beans, and steamed broccoli on brown rice or jasmine rice. Topped with cilantro lime slaw and Thai Lemongrass Peanut sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bollywood Bowl - $15.5: Grilled chicken breast, roasted cauliflower, curry-roasted pumpkin seeds, garlic green beans, broccoli, spinach and yams on brown or jasmine rice. Southern Indian spicy coconut sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tahini Chicken & Broccoli Bowl - $15.5: Grilled chicken, jasmine rice, steamed broccoli, romaine lettuce with lemon parsley vinaigrette, tahini sauce, mixed sesame seeds. Dietary tags: Mediterranean Available at: dinner, lunch
- Korean BBQ Bowl - $15.5: Choice of braised beef or baked tofu, broccoli, brown or jasmine rice, cilantro-lime slaw, quick-pickled cucumbers, toasted sesame seeds, and spicy Korean BBQ sauce. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Braised Beef Bowl - $15.5: 100% pasture raised beef, cheddar cheese, pinto beans, corn, green chiles, pico de gallo, chopped onion, bbq sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Rice & Beans - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side of Chicken, Tofu, or Tempeh - $3.25 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side of Beef - $3.75 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Veggies - $3: Choice of Broccoli, Garlic Green Beans, Grilled Veggies, Cauliflower, Spinach, Corn, or Yams Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Freshly Baked Cookie - $3.5: Regular or Gluten Free options available. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Smoothies
- Berry Berry Good - $8: Blueberry, marionberry, strawberry, banana, and apple juice.
- Mango Peach Lemon - $8: Mango, peach, banana, fresh lemon juice, and apple juice.
- PB&J Smoothie - $8: Strawberry, banana, blueberry, marionberry, peanut butter, and apple juice.
- Green Dream - $8: Kale, spinach, avocado, banana, ginger, lemon, and apple juice.
Beverages
- Classic Margarita - $9: House-made margarita with fresh lime juice.
- Kombucha - $6: Local kombucha.
- Yerba Mate - $3.5: Locally made.
- Iced Tea - $3.5: Local teas.
- Home-Made Lemonade - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Canned Soda - $3.5
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