Whether you’re looking for vegan burgers, or vegan chilaquiles, there are several Austin, Texas restaurants that can satisfy your cravings. But with so many choices, which restaurants are the best?
Sassy’s Vegetarian Soul Food
Located in Austin, Texas, Sassy’s Vegetarian Soul Food serves vegan soul food. The menu features classic dishes like fried chicken, black-eyed peas, and fried cabbage, all made vegan.
Sassy’s is owned and operated by vegetarian soul food chef Andrea Dawson. Before she became a vegan chef, Dawson admits that she didn’t like cooking. She was the oldest daughter of a large family and was forced to change her diet after developing digestive problems. She began cooking vegan dishes as a way to improve her health. She discovered that she had a hidden talent for cooking vegan food.
Arlo’s Curbside Kitchen
Located in Austin, Arlo’s Curbside Kitchen is a one-of-a-kind food truck. The company serves a variety of meat-free fare, including the aptly named Bac’n Cheezeburger. This award-winning burger features a patty stacked with seitan bac’n, melted vegan cheese, and a hefty helping of lettuce. It is also served with all the trimmings. Arlo’s is one of only three food trucks in Austin that cater to plant-based eaters.
Arlo’s Curbside Kitchen serves the best of both worlds: tasty vegan dishes served in a swanky setting. The company’s main location is located on Fruth Street, in Spider’s House.
Citizen Eatery
Whether you are a vegetarian, vegan, or just looking for a healthier way to eat, you will find something to satisfy your taste buds at Citizen Eatery. This health-conscious restaurant is located in Austin, Texas.
Citizen Eatery offers vegetarian and vegan eats in a casual setting. This Austin restaurant is also family-friendly. It is a great spot for a date or a group dinner. They also offer takeout and doordash delivery.
Citizen Eatery has a full bar and serves a wide variety of cocktails. They also serve vegan shakes, sundaes, and floats from their ice cream shop, Sweet Ritual. These sweet treats are perfect for warmer days in Central Texas.
Nissi VegMex
Located at 9012 Research Boulevard in Austin, Texas, Nissi VegMex offers the gastronomic yums that come with your vegan Mexican fix. With a menu that includes Tacos al Pastor, flautas, nachos, burgers, and burritos, you’re sure to find a meal that hits the spot.
The best part of the experience is that the restaurant offers delivery, takeout, and curbside pickup. While the food may not arrive right away, you can order online and pay for your order right then and there.
Mr. Natural Burger
Known for its barbecue, Austin also boasts a host of meat-free options. In fact, you can get vegan fare in many restaurants, and it doesn’t have to be expensive!
Austin is home to many non-dairy ice cream places, but it also has a variety of restaurants that serve completely plant-based foods. These vegan Austin restaurants offer unique recipes and are worth the try if you’re looking for an all-vegan meal.
The best veggie burgers in Austin are a mouthwatering concoction of a soy patty, Monterey Jack cheese, jalapenos, and barbecue sauce. However, there are also burgers that contain other vegetables and grains.
Lil’ Nonna’s
Located on the North Side, Lil’ Nonna’s Vegan Restaurant in Austin, Texas offers pizza, salads, and vegan ice cream. In addition to a gluten free and soy free menu, customers can order dairy free desserts to-go.
Li’l Nonna’s Pizza Truck in North Austin will also be opening a brick and mortar location at 12601 Tech Ridge Blvd., Suite 300. This location will offer takeout, curbside, and delivery services.
Li’l Nonna’s will continue to operate as a pizza truck, but the new location will offer an expanded menu. It will feature house made beet-based pepperonis, pumpkin seed-based cheeses, and a separate gluten-free and soy-free menu.
Rebel Cheese
Earlier this year, Rebel Cheese opened in Austin, Texas. This vegan restaurant and deli offers the largest selection of vegan dairy cheeses in the South. The cheeses are hand-crafted, cultured and aged for months. Whether you’re looking for a high-end Brie or a creamy Havarti, Rebel Cheese has what you’re looking for.
The cheeses are made from a combination of oils, cultured nuts and herbs. Some cheeses are made in-house, while others are imported. Rebel Cheese also stocks an impressive selection of vegan deli meats and cheeses from around the country.
WHYLD’s Vegan Kitchen
Located at 2324 E Cesar Chavez St., WHYLD’s Vegan Kitchen serves up superfood smoothies, breakfast and hot beverages. It also has a pretty decent wine list. You can find a full list of items on their website. Whyld’s is also known for their sweets.
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