Showing posts with label Austin. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Austin. Show all posts

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

The Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Austin

Although Texas might be renowned for its cattle-ranches, insiders know that some of the best food in Austin is vegetarian. Vegetarians have their selection of bistro types in Austin. Relax at a four star vegan bistro, or grab a quick bite in a vegetarian cafe. Your options are nearly limitless.

For a quick lunch, Austin residents love Leaf, a bistro specializing in epicurean salads. Although some of Leaf's offerings do consist of meat, they offer plenty of vegetarian options such as the Margherita on the Works, which contains fresh greens, mozzarella, basil, cherry tomatoes, black olives, and pine nuts served with a honey-tangerine dressing. If you plan to dine at Leaf frequently, join the Loyal Leafers club. After you purchase five salads, you will receive a free special treat. Leaf is only open for lunch, but Austin has plenty of vegetarian restaurants that are open for dinner.

Vegetarian Dishes

For breakfast, a snack, or just a cup of coffee, Bouldin Creek Coffeehouse & Café is a relaxed all-vegetarian restaurant. Most of the items on the menu are also vegan. Locals love the quirky, arty ambiance, and this bistro is a favorite destination for those on a first date. This coffeehouse encourages lingering, and you will find a range of books and board games to amuse yourself with while you dine. Although this is a coffee house, they have plenty of filling meal options available. The Soul Food Plate and Cosmic Sloppy Joes are perennial favorites.

If you are in the mood for an ethnic dining experience, check out Swad Indian Vegetarian Restaurant?. Diners rave about the taste and potential of the food. Additionally, Aster's Ethiopian offers many vegan and vegetarian meals, and the Ethiopian cuisine can be a nice convert of pace.

For vegans, Austin has restaurants that will cater to your dietary requirements. Vegan diners should check out Bodhi Eco Café, which offers mostly vegan entrees. The chef takes flavor very seriously, and uses mostly local ingredients in order to furnish the most tasty meals possible. Bodhi Eco Café is also excellent for the budget known diner, as most of their offerings are under ten dollars. Casa de Luz is an additional one vegan restaurant, with a focus on holistic macrobiotic dining. All of the food served in Casa de Luz is organic and locally grown. Individuals who only eat raw foods should stop into DaVine Foods, which offers a wide range of raw dishes. They also offer many gluten-free entrees.

If you are staying close to the University of Texas, the closest vegetarian bistro is Veggie Heaven, which serves Chinese food. They also offer brown rice, which is a rarity even in most vegetarian restaurants. Delivery and take out are available, development this the excellent vegetarian selection when you feel like staying at home and being a couch potato.

Vegetarians in Austin have more than sufficient bistro options. There is so much range available that even the most refined palate will never get bored. Even if you are a die-hard meat lover, take a chance and try one of Austin's exceptional vegetarian restaurants. Your taste buds will thank you.

The Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Austin

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Sunday, July 3, 2011

Top picks for Austin vegetarians

Whether you’re a vegetarian visiting the city, or an Austinite looking for something new, you’re in just the right place – Austin is filled with great choices. There are those restaurants dedicated solely to vegetarians, and others that are perfect for meat-lovers. But, even as you venture into a barbeque joint, you’re sure to find at least a few non-meat options. Here are a few of the best Austin restaurants that serve delicious and affordable vegetarian meals.
Mr. Natural – Mr. Natural has two locations in Austin and offers a 100% vegetarian menu. They serve Mexican cuisine that’s great for lunch and dinner – they also recently added breakfast selections. All meals are available for both dine-in and take-out.
Cost: Less than $10 per person
Website: http://www.mrnatural-austin.com
Mother’s Café and Garden – Mother’s is another restaurant that serves entirely vegan and vegetarian cuisine. They’re known for their diverse menu, offering everything from soups and salads to spicy Mexican food. They also have a wide selection of desserts that are served with Amy’s ice cream.
Cost: $8 - $15 per person
Website: http://www.motherscafeaustin.com

Kerbey Lane Café
– Kerbey Lane has been voted a favorite breakfast spot in Austin for the last 5 years. Its four locations throughout the city are open 24 hours a day and have a wide range of both vegetarian and meat options for every meal. Kerbey Lane uses local farmers’ produce, so depending on the time of year and what’s in season, the menu changes to offer new dishes.   
Cost: Under $12 per person
Website: http://www.kerbeylane.com
Casa de Luz – Casa de Luz strives to provide an entire dining experience – a relaxing atmosphere paired with a wholesome meal. They serve 100% vegan and organic cuisine in a fixed price menu that changes daily. A typical lunch or dinner consists of a soup, side salad, and main dish. There are also themed meals hosted weekly, such as specialty Guatemalan cuisine or sushi. Breakfast is served buffet-style.
Cost: Breakfast - $6.50, Lunch and Dinner - $11
Website: http://www.casadeluz.org
Magnolia Café – Another great 24-hour diner, Magnolia Café has two locations in Austin – South Congress and Lake Austin Boulevard. Their diverse (and quite large) menu features breakfast favorites, traditional American food, pasta, Mexican dishes and more. Every member of your party is sure to find something they’ll like.
Cost: $8 - $12
Website: http://www.themagnoliacafe.com

Veggie Heaven
– Veggie Heaven is on the University of Texas campus. It’s a hot spot for students, as it serves all-vegetarian cuisine with an oriental flair for lunch and dinner. It’s also known for its unique selection of bubble tea.
Cost: Less than $10
Website: http://www.veggiehavenaustin.com
Next time you’re in the mood for a delicious vegetarian meal, check out one of the above restaurants. With so many options, you’re sure to find something to satisfy.



This article was written on behalf of Brian Talley of Regent Property Group LLC, a top Austin REALTORÆ providing Austin real estate services and providing buyers with a tool to conduct an Austin home search.

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