50 Best Vegan Restaurants in Austin

“Everything was good, but best brisket ever…“

“We were blown away by this place! Service was outstanding, but the food was next level. We ordered the salad, shishito peppers and nuts for an appetizer and then came the smash burgers. Everything was so good! We finished our meal with the best carrot cake any of us have ever had. We’re already planning our next visit. Highly recommended!“

“My wife and I had the best experience here for my birthday lunch, I'm so glad we chose this restaurant to eat at while in town for the Austin FC match! I can't say enough about the staff and the owner Joel who went out of his way to be extremely kind to us. Not to mention the food and drinks were so good. We'll definitely be back!“

“Great Food and awesome ambiance.“

“Food was excellent & the atmosphere was very warm & cozy.“

“The food is really good and the staff seem happy and nice and knowledgeable. Had the $16 biscuit sandwich and it was great. Could complain, I guess, about the price to portion size ratio but I guess that’s how it is everywhere these days.“

“The Chicken pho was absolutely delicious!! The flavors were clean and fresh. I had the jalapeño hibiscus Paloma drink as a special treat. The drink was refreshing although it had a smoke flavor rim. For dessert I had an oar milk chia latte. The restaurant on a weekday was packed around 1pm but around 1:30 pm it cleared out some. It is a small restaurant with delicious food. The restaurant was very loud. There is seating outside too.I had to drive around to find parking and finally I parked near the food trucks and paid for parking. The parking lot they have is very small. The service was great. ?“

“Very crowded busy local Hotspot. Even with wall to wall people the staff provides excellent service and the food is to notch, always prepared fresh. The frozen margaritas with fresh mango topper is a personal favorite! Queso is amazing.Parking: It's a tight fit but we'll worth the effortWheelchair accessibility: Three parking spots, full accessibility but the place is often wall to wall people.“

“excellent dining in a great atmosphere an awesome service sampled a bunch of tasting plates from the fish tacos to the bone marrow and the oysters even had a wonderful dessert with their homemade ice cream and bananas did I say that the service was awesome top notch five stars all day definitely a place to visit in Austin“

“Great Austin Menu, had the Loyal Forever Burger & the Wife got the Cheeseburger Lettuce wrap with Avocado! Delicious Outdoor Lunch with a Fun Atx Atmosphere! We’ll be back for the Burgers & Vibes!“

“Best Caesar salad ever and some of my favorite pizza of all time!“

“Amazing food,good service,❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“Holy cow is this plane worth the wait. We got there at 6:30am but we enjoyed the experience. They open the lobby around 9 and let you in to shop and use the restroom and sell beer. I’m glad we decided to dedicate half a day to this place on my one weekend in Austin. Don’t sleep on the turkey and the jalapeño cheese sausage.“

“Amazing!!! Great atmosphere, amazing food, and down to earth owner!!!“

“The food is absolutely AMAZING. Every single thing I’ve had to eat here has just been perfect. Today we had Ryan as our server at lunch & he was amazing too. Aba never disappoints“

“I really appreciate that this restaurant has both really delicious food, reliable options, anything in the menu can be made vegan ? If you're looking for an option for omnivorce and vegetarians to enjoy, this menu is huge and awesomeI love that they are very local community focused:- transparent about a fair wage surcharge for servers- have gathering areas and a wildlife garden, murals and sticker art, accessible community boards- artists display their own work and I believe handle their own payments ?- options for those with dietary restrictionsVegetarian options: Everything can be made veganParking: There's a parking lot behind it, but it is off in full. If you keep going into the neighborhood, you can find street parking“

“For our bachelor party in Austin, we decided to switch gears from the traditional Texan BBQ scene and opted for some Japanese cuisine at Uchi. Initially hesitant about finding top-notch sushi in Texas, I was pleasantly surprised by the impeccable quality of fish and craftsmanship on display here. While the prices may lean towards the higher end and the portions are modest (as is customary with fine dining), the food quality and ambiance are truly unbeatable. Our waiter, who was nothing short of exceptional, guided us through the menu with expert recommendations. He even treated us to a delightful surprise--wagyu nigiri (which we devoured and I totally forgot to document)--knowing it was a special occasion for our bachelor party. For larger groups like ours, I highly recommend going the à la carte route rather than opting for omakase. Not only do you get more value for your money, but you also have full control over your dining experience. We indulged in a variety of cuts of fish, unagi nigiri, wagyu nigiri, shishito peppers, salad, and mapo tofu. To cap off our feast, we indulged in some tapioca and candy bar desserts, which we inhaled in record time. In the heart of Texas, Uchi stands as a testament to the diversity and excellence of the Austin dining scene. Try it out - you won't regret it! Tip: I recommend making a reservation before visiting to ensure you secure a spot at this gem of a place.“

“We had a great time! We came on a Saturday afternoon and had the roasted pig and it was excellent. The live entertainment was great. Beer was cold and fun to try the variety. We didn't feel rushed. Just enjoyed visiting with each other over good food!“

“Absolutely best barbecue have ever had. Coming from South Dakota was first barbecue we ate nothing else could even come close after we ate there. Both meats and sides were amazing“

“The service was fast and friendly. The food was absolutely delicious! The best breakfast my wife and I have ever had!“

“A great place to hangout with your friends, with ample outdoor and indoor seating, good tasting beers, and yum food. They also have a number of games available for you to play with your friends. Parking is no issue at all and service is fast too.“

“Took our kids here while visiting San Antonio. Very delicious. All the kids commented that it was better than regular ice cream. My son even went back for seconds with his own money. Would definitely visit again. Wish I had one in my own town.“

“This was a suggested location by the local bomb squad and man was it the BOMB! Great set up and outside atmosphere. The owner/operators were fantastic, happy to see us and offer opinions for 1st timers. The brisket and sausage were the best I've hade in all my Texas travels and will be back again when even close to the area.“

“Great ice cream and great service“

“LA MEJOR COMIDA Q HAY EN AUSTIN TX Y UN SERVICIO MUY BUENO“

“Great pecan shrimp with apples, shrimp dumplings. Pass on the pork belly and super thin egg rolls. That was a bust! It is high end so be prepared.“

“5 stars well deserved! My husband and I have been here three times and the food is delicious, fresh and unique, phenomenal sake list and friendly staff. Writing a review tonight because Kaylen (spelling? Sorry) made our night extra awesome - so friendly, attentive and had great recommendations. Will be back many times over! Thank you!!“

“The Butternut Squash was very delicious and Jaycee? Jacie? Was amazing.“

“Sato san is a great sushi chef, who has a great passion for his art. I tried the 45 min omakase experience and it was great. He concisely explains every dish. The food is excellent and staff is friendly, definitely a must go spot for omakase in “

“I've been meaning to try this place and I'm so glad I did! Came in as a party of ten so we got to try a lot of the dishes. Service was super fast and food came out pretty quickly and was piping hot. Tofu with Crab Meat: this was alright to me, I didn't really taste the crab meat. Couple Beef Slice: I love this appetizer and I love that it comes cold. Super flavorful and not too heavy. Green Beans w/ Minced Pork: I love stir fried green beans and this one did not disappoint. Boiled Fish Fillets in Chili Sauce: This was one of my favorite dishes. The fish was so tender and the soup was so flavorful. There was lots of veggies inside which I loved and it was the perfect amount of spice. Definitely a must order. Honey Walnut Shrimp: The shrimp was lightly battered, super crispy, and not too sweet. Twice Cooked Pork Belly: This dish was also delicious and not too fatty. Perfect amount of spice, but be careful not to bite into a jalapeno seed. Peking Duck: Order the whole duck and you get some of the House Duck Soup. The duck skin is perfectly crisp and the duck itself is super tender. Perfect for sharing and definitely a must order--especially for a large party. Overall a great experience, the wait here can get long so definitely get there before peak hours!“

“My boyfriend and I were in town to paddle board and wanted something yummy afterwards with a dive bar feel. Nailed it!! This place was legit. Their bacon wrapped buffalo chicken was so good, and their burger and Parmesan fries, also amazing. This will be our place every time we are in Austin.“

“Recently moved into a brick and motar location from the food truck they've had for the past 10 years. Came on a Thursday at 2pm and the lunch rush was just starting to wind down. Service was super friendly, helpful, and seemed to really love the place. Food was amazing with the veggies tasting fresh and the meat wonderfully marinated and grilled. Not that long of a wait either. Each Bun bowl came with a side ramekin of spices in fish sauce that wasn't spicy and a bottle of spicy garlic chili sauce per table. Also love that the vegetarian options are full proper dishes and not just a filler substitute nor overpriced. (The diners on the side all got the Tofu Bun and were full of complements.)The place is cute and homey with wooden tables and Iron Chef playing on the TV inside and picnic benches with umbrellas outside. There is a small parking lot sized appropriately for the capacity of the restaurant. (If the lot is full, there's likely a wait for tables.)Would recommend!“

“Every time we have friends and family visit us, we bring them to Torchys! In this pastime, we had 11 of us, and our orders came out quickly. Everyone loved their orders. I got the street corn for the first time, and it was amazing! I have a new favorite for sure!The staff was also always on the move and maintaining a great and clean dining area.Vegetarian options: My daughter is s vegetarian, and there are several items that she loves!“

“Such a lovely setting and an oasis in the middle of Austin. Loved the food as well and the service was outstanding. I want to come back to enjoy the patio and the gardens with all those beautiful live oak trees. Such a treasure!“

“This is a great little gelato place. They have some delicious gelato with our favorite flavors being Coffee, chocolate chip and the pineapple sorbet. The place gets packed and I felt bad there was only one server. She was great though. The layout is simple and the plants in the window look great. It’s a small shop so just two tables inside and another on the front porch. We stood outside to eat and it was fine. Overall a great little place to grab some tasty gelato on a hot day. #gelato“

“Had the avocado toast with a side salad and the star of the dish was the side salad cilantro-lime dressing. The dressing at the restaurant was a delightful surprise, perfectly balancing zest and herbaceous notes of mustard. The cilantro melded seamlessly with the zingy lime, creating a vibrant, tangy profile. Its creamy texture was spot on for the side salad.“

“Had a wonderful experience at Arlo Grey. We had the oyster mushrooms, burrata, cappelletti, hen and swordfish. It’s family style so we picked a few different dishes. The desserts we got were the sourdough ice cream and banana pudding. Personally the desserts were my favorite! The food was all delicious, seasonal, local, beautiful, seasoned well and large portions. I purchased Kristen Kish’s cookbook. While there she came to our table to meet us and sign my book. She was lovely! Great night and I can’t wait to go back. The service was top notch too.“

“Incredible food. loved the salmon. ice cream very rich and creamy.“

“First time. Amazing. Seemed like really nice folks too.“

“really good, a little sweet and a little spice. Delicious!“

“I was looking for something healthy. I’m glad I stumbled upon this place. Love the vibe inside and outside. The thunder storm rolling in only added to the ambience. I had the Brussels and grilled chicken salad that is currently their specials. The Thai Brussels were stupid good. 10/10 recommend.“

“julios is a great neighborhood cafe, family style, the soup is the best - it's homemade, healthy, nutritious, and just the best thing after a hard day!“

“I’ve been here for brunch before and was not impressed but recently went for dinner and was blown away by the duck enmoladas! I also tried a couple of their frozen margaritas: avocado and coconut, but both were liquidy and felt like I was drinking cottage cheese. They need to use more ice or fix their margarita maker.“

“Totally new world of tacos! Amazing flavors, unusual combinations, super fresh ingredients and perfectly prepare. Well deserved James Beard award!“

“There is a busy, rambunctious food truck in the same lot. Don’t put it in reverse like almost did. You can likely find a seat inside the Brewery quickly.Bar is decent size to wait at. Nice pleasant staff even at a Friday lunch. Quiet interior with tables well spaced for a lunch meet up. You could actually hear the person across from you speaking. Outdoor seating is available as well.Marguerite Pizza was thin and crispy like a pizza should be and the Stromboli was good as well. Really tall cold beers and cool brews on the board.I’d definetly make the drive north again.“

“It was my first time at Gusto and I was told by my family that the food was always excellent, though service had often been subpar. We were there to celebrate my sister’s birthday. To our delight, and we all agreed, the service was excellent. My sister, and I both ordered the duck confit, which was an off-menu special. The duck was well prepared except that it was exceptionally, ridiculously salty. It should have been called duck con sal. We should have sent it back, but that interrupts everyone else’s enjoyment of their food because they feel bad eating without everyone. So we ate the salty duck. Everything else was excellent from the Chianti by the glass, the Amarrita cocktail, the mussels, focaccia bread, Caesar salad, pasta bolognese, Mediterranean Sea bass to the desserts. It is so surprising that everything else was so good and yet the duck was so overly salted. I will definitely go back, but I will stay clear of dishes that are off menu.“

“I recently dined at this restaurant around the corner from me that left me thoroughly impressed. The portions were generous, satisfying even the heartiest appetites. The standout dish for me was the flavorful and perfectly cooked Hunan Chicken – a must-try that exceeded my expectations. The overall experience was delightful, and I highly recommend this place for both quantity and quality lovers.“

“Great restaurant with great prices.“

“Love this place! The food is so good“

“Thoroughly enjoyed everything about this place. Food was delicious and flavorful. Favorites: Pullman bread (pictured), linguini, and fried cauliflower. Loved the South Austin Iced Tea cocktail (chai) as well!Service was great. Emma was super attentive, patient, and gave great recs.Atmosphere was lovely too!“