Ppl won’t like me for this but this review is specifically for GLUTEN FREE ppl who also need vegan or EGG FREE pan Dulce or desserts/pastries. I’ve been hitting up these guys for near a decade for their food, but more so their Mexican pastries. They do have tons of vegan options and a pretty decent variety of gf. Starting with the cookies that arent fresh and they usually always have packaged right when you walk in are the two different types of pan de polvo. The powdered one tasted more traditional but still off, and the price was very steep ($12). The grossest thing tho was asking abt the shelf life;the girl @counter told me they last a very long time and don’t really expire. Escue mi señorita? The heart shaped cookies they have on the counter for Vday are pretty tasty and seem to be fresher. They always have some day old things on the counter @ 1/2 price and for the most part things I’ve selected have been tasty and still fresh enough. However this last time I went in, I picked the cupcakes, red velvet and confetti, as well as regular priced goodies :a pumpkin empanada ($6) and choc. Chip scone. When I tell you these were all absolutely horrible, that is an understatement. The cupcakes were so dry and crumbly I couldn’t eat more than a bite, had to give the rest to my dog and throw away the other ones. The empanada tasted like it was more than a day old and was extremely dry w/the pumpkin being gooey like it was fermenting. The scone I forced myself to eat but just had this weird flavor to it. This was the first time I’ve been this grossed out over my purchase of pan Dulce from them. I have stayed away from their regular food bc it never tasted good to me. Their tamales are hit or miss but decent if you’re vegan and don’t have any other options. But this….unacceptable at the prices they charge. I know there’s practically NO option here for good vegan &/or gf pan Dulce pero this isn’t it.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 3
Nelson Valdez
Absolutely incredible experience at Mr. Natural Vegan Bakery. Every single item I tried was outstanding. The concha was soft, flavorful, and perfectly sweet, the café de olla was rich, aromatic, and comforting, the brownie donuts were decadent and moist, and the Bavarian cone was next-level. Easily one of the best vegan desserts I’ve ever had.
You would never guess this place is vegan because the flavors, textures, and quality are all phenomenal. On top of that, the customer service was extremely friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better.
This bakery is a must-visit whether you’re vegan or not. I’ll definitely be coming back and recommending it to everyone I know.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
crystallovesduke
Hands down the best vegan pastries I've ever had. The flavors took me back to my childhood. Very authentic! Coffee was very hot and fresh! Very nice counter service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
CrystalMalone
Hands down the best vegan pastries I've ever had. The flavors took me back to my childhood. Very authentic! Coffee was very hot and fresh! Very nice counter service.
Beth Cohen
In January 2026, we were running late to my daughter’s birthday dinner, and I still needed to pick up her cake from Mr. Natural. Their vegan tiramisu is a family tradition. I suddenly remembered that delivery was an option, so I called. I was told there would be a $15 charge—no problem. A few minutes later, they called me back to say that since the restaurant was close, there would be no charge.
We arrived after the cake had already been delivered, so I didn’t get the chance to thank or tip the person who brought it. Maybe he’ll see this post and know how much his kindness and service were appreciated. 💛
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Faith Hamilton
I absolutely love this place! The nachos are sooo good and the bakery is amazing, especially the chocolate forest cake
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hollie Holm Adhikari
So grateful for this gem. We love their frozen tamales and gluten free baked goods. I think their vegetarian meals are so good as well- both from the line and made to order. The staff helped me open the door as I wheeled my mom in by wheelchair. The family who owns this store are authentic and kind people.
Lynn Wolfe
Absolutely loved this place! Food and service was excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
John Eicher
Mr. Natural supplied two cakes for my wedding. Their process of quick and easy. The price was right and the cakes tasted and looked wonderful. My guests were excited and happy to devour them. If you need and egg-less or vegan cake, there is not other choice in Austin!
GoblinFrog
I looooved this place. Lots of vegan pastries, cookies, and meals to get. We ordered some empanadas and a cream pastry. The chicken nugget appetizers should not be skipped! In house made seitan and soooo delicious. We had the fish burrito (also seitan) and the mole enchiladas. Both were stellar. The coffee also came in the cutest cups.
There is a parking lot 🌹✨
Putrid disgusting and repulsive food, for the tamales plate. The food is so bad that the tamales bounces in a plate like rubber.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Sam Norton
First day with Alex was awesome he was respectful and completely knowledgeable The 2nd day at herbal counter was incredibly weird for me- I usually get my Herbs; for past 40 years at the Herb Bar- and the woman was rude, argumentative with schistey energy- when I told her to take the bags as I needed perscisce measurements- she was belligerent and condescending. Alex however knows his stuff and complete opposite- knowing the herbs and having a respect for them. If you come to the Herbal department; request Alex, unless you like people putting their hands on your herbs and complaining about giving your requests on giving whatbyou pay for.
...Or go to the Herb Bar; on Merrielynn now- a ways up north; and a little extra- but where the women respect their herbs as well as their customers; don't cross contaminate, or grossly touch your herbs, and know what they're talking about
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 1
Garrison Clark
One of the best vegan spots in Austin!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Daries Francis
Nice vegan desserts. The macaroons were delicious!
Ppl won’t like me for this but this review is specifically for GLUTEN FREE ppl who also need vegan or EGG FREE pan Dulce or desserts/pastries.
I’ve been hitting up these guys for near a decade for their food, but more so their Mexican pastries. They do have tons of vegan options and a pretty decent variety of gf.
Starting with the cookies that arent fresh and they usually always have packaged right when you walk in are the two different types of pan de polvo. The powdered one tasted more traditional but still off, and the price was very steep ($12). The grossest thing tho was asking abt the shelf life;the girl @counter told me they last a very long time and don’t really expire. Escue mi señorita?
The heart shaped cookies they have on the counter for Vday are pretty tasty and seem to be fresher.
They always have some day old things on the counter @ 1/2 price and for the most part things I’ve selected have been tasty and still fresh enough. However this last time I went in, I picked the cupcakes, red velvet and confetti, as well as regular priced goodies :a pumpkin empanada ($6) and choc. Chip scone. When I tell you these were all absolutely horrible, that is an understatement.
The cupcakes were so dry and crumbly I couldn’t eat more than a bite, had to give the rest to my dog and throw away the other ones. The empanada tasted like it was more than a day old and was extremely dry w/the pumpkin being gooey like it was fermenting. The scone I forced myself to eat but just had this weird flavor to it. This was the first time I’ve been this grossed out over my purchase of pan Dulce from them.
I have stayed away from their regular food bc it never tasted good to me. Their tamales are hit or miss but decent if you’re vegan and don’t have any other options.
But this….unacceptable at the prices they charge. I know there’s practically NO option here for good vegan &/or gf pan Dulce pero this isn’t it.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 3
Absolutely incredible experience at Mr. Natural Vegan Bakery. Every single item I tried was outstanding. The concha was soft, flavorful, and perfectly sweet, the café de olla was rich, aromatic, and comforting, the brownie donuts were decadent and moist, and the Bavarian cone was next-level. Easily one of the best vegan desserts I’ve ever had.
You would never guess this place is vegan because the flavors, textures, and quality are all phenomenal. On top of that, the customer service was extremely friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better.
This bakery is a must-visit whether you’re vegan or not. I’ll definitely be coming back and recommending it to everyone I know.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hands down the best vegan pastries I've ever had. The flavors took me back to my childhood. Very authentic! Coffee was very hot and fresh! Very nice counter service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hands down the best vegan pastries I've ever had. The flavors took me back to my childhood. Very authentic! Coffee was very hot and fresh! Very nice counter service.
In January 2026, we were running late to my daughter’s birthday dinner, and I still needed to pick up her cake from Mr. Natural. Their vegan tiramisu is a family tradition. I suddenly remembered that delivery was an option, so I called. I was told there would be a $15 charge—no problem. A few minutes later, they called me back to say that since the restaurant was close, there would be no charge.
We arrived after the cake had already been delivered, so I didn’t get the chance to thank or tip the person who brought it. Maybe he’ll see this post and know how much his kindness and service were appreciated. 💛
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I absolutely love this place! The nachos are sooo good and the bakery is amazing, especially the chocolate forest cake
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
So grateful for this gem. We love their frozen tamales and gluten free baked goods. I think their vegetarian meals are so good as well- both from the line and made to order. The staff helped me open the door as I wheeled my mom in by wheelchair. The family who owns this store are authentic and kind people.
Absolutely loved this place! Food and service was excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mr. Natural supplied two cakes for my wedding. Their process of quick and easy. The price was right and the cakes tasted and looked wonderful. My guests were excited and happy to devour them. If you need and egg-less or vegan cake, there is not other choice in Austin!
I looooved this place. Lots of vegan pastries, cookies, and meals to get. We ordered some empanadas and a cream pastry. The chicken nugget appetizers should not be skipped! In house made seitan and soooo delicious. We had the fish burrito (also seitan) and the mole enchiladas. Both were stellar. The coffee also came in the cutest cups. There is a parking lot 🌹✨
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Putrid disgusting and repulsive food, for the tamales plate. The food is so bad that the tamales bounces in a plate like rubber.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
First day with Alex was awesome he was respectful and completely knowledgeable
The 2nd day at herbal counter was incredibly weird for me- I usually get my Herbs; for past 40 years at the Herb Bar- and the woman was rude, argumentative with schistey energy- when I told her to take the bags as I needed perscisce measurements- she was belligerent and condescending. Alex however knows his stuff and complete opposite- knowing the herbs and having a respect for them. If you come to the Herbal department; request Alex, unless you like people putting their hands on your herbs and complaining about giving your requests on giving whatbyou pay for.
...Or go to the Herb Bar; on Merrielynn now- a ways up north; and a little extra- but where the women respect their herbs as well as their customers; don't cross contaminate, or grossly touch your herbs, and know what they're talking about
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 1
One of the best vegan spots in Austin!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice vegan desserts. The macaroons were delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Highly recommend their enmoladas!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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