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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