Buddha Cafe – Atitlan Eco Retreat

About the Buddha Cafe

Our Buddha Cafe is a wonderful meeting point, where we eat our community meals here at Atitlan Eco Retreat. Whether you are here for a retreat, a yoga class, or are simply passing through, you can join us for delicious vegetarian food and great company. This outdoor deck dining space overlooks the lake; it is surrounded by the lush landscape and has a variety of seating (and hammock!) options. Travelers meet to share stories, experiences, a cup of tea, and so much more. Rest, connect with new friends, and enjoy delicious food and snacks with the beautiful views of Lake Atitlan.

Meals and service at Buddha Cafe of Atitlan Eco Retreat

We serve breakfast, lunch, snacks and drinks.

Breakfast and lunch are included with all of our retreats.

Our menu changes according to season and produce availability. We are as much as possible farm to table, from our gardens as well as local farmers.

Our meals are vegetarian, delicious, hearty and rich. Seasonal salads and garden vegetables come with the meals.

The menu is designed by a chef and nutrition consultant (graduate of the Natural Gourmet Institute in NYC), as well as the Global College of Health and Nutrition.

The menu is balanced between breakfast and lunch. We recommend you book both for complete nutrition needs.

Snacks and drinks include homemade muffins, homemade kombucha and ginger beer, coffee, herbal tea, and more.

Our menu may change to support a perfect experience
(we may add a hummus day or a side dish)

Breakfast · 9:00 am

Lunch · 1:00 pm

Monday

Superfood oatmeal with chia and flax seeds, fresh fruit, Jam and crushed peanuts

Veg-bean burgers on homemade buns, with caramelized onions, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, mayo, mustard, and sautéed greens.

Tuesday

Homemade sourdough or tortillas, with eggs, beans, greens, and salad

Homemade crepes with our secret rich stuffing, or gluten-free stuffed cabbage rolls, with salad, steamed greens, and cauliflower steak.

Wednesday

Superfood oatmeal with chia and flax seeds, fresh fruit, Jam and crushed peanuts

Mujadara, rice with lentils and carrots, a beet and pineapple salad, zucchini with cumin, and tahini sauce.

Thursday

Homemade sourdough or tortillas, with eggs, beans, greens, and salad

Pasta with green sauce, steamed broccoli, and a seasonal salad.

Friday

Superfood oatmeal with chia and flax seeds, fresh fruit, Jam and crushed peanuts

Vegan Pizza with broccoli, cauliflower, olive toppings, red sauce with protein power, salad, and seasonal veggies.

Saturday

Homemade sourdough or tortillas, with eggs, beans, greens, and salad

Empanadas with red sauce, a green salad, and roasted pineapple.

Sunday

Banana oat pancakes, jam, panela syrup, fresh fruit, and crushed peanuts

Tacos with pico de gallo, beans in tomato sauce, salad, and güisquil with sesame seeds, or Deep Flavor Veg Curry.

Includes

Water, herbal tea, and coffee

Flavored water

Join us for a Yoga Class at 11am and stay for lunch. 10% off Lunch.

We tailor our menu and side dishes based on seasonal availability to ensure a fresh and healthy offering.

Snacks & Drinks

Even if you are just passing through, there are great options available at the cafe at any time! We offer many homemade snacks and goodies. You can usually expect to find vegan and gluten-free options available. Some of our regular menu items include:

Superfood smoothies with granola
Coffee grown organically on the property and herbal tea
Homemade spicy drinking cacao
Home-brewed kombucha and ginger probiotic drinks
Vegan banana muffins
Bliss balls made with local cacao
Vegan/Gluten-free brownies made with local cacao

Our food Philosophy

Every meal is made with seasonal, local ingredients. Much of the food grows in our gardens: coffee, bananas, avocados, lettuce, herbs, and other fruits and vegetables. Our oatmeal is packed with chia seeds, flax seeds, and other super foods. When possible, peanut butter, jam, and lightly fermented sauerkraut are homemade on site.