Austin’s plant-based dining scene bursts with creativity, transforming veggie cuisine from simple salads to bold, flavor-packed experiences. Local restaurants like Bouldin Creek Cafe and Acre 41 prove that cruelty-free eating can be both delicious and deeply satisfying.
From Nissi VegMex’s innovative Mexican-inspired dishes to Rebel Cheese’s artisan plant-based offerings, these spots showcase why Austin leads the way in compassionate, inventive dining that appeals to herbivores and omnivores alike.
Discover Austin’s most mouthwatering vegan restaurants now!
Featured Vegan Restaurants in Austin
Acre 41
What to Expect
West Campus dining destination with elevated American classics
Description
Acre 41 elevates West Campus dining with dressed-up American classics in a contemporary casual atmosphere. The restaurant serves refined comfort food with a modern twist, featuring creative interpretations of traditional dishes. Cocktail-friendly and versatile, it offers daily dining from breakfast through dinner with a specialty weekend brunch menu.
Where: Austin | More Info: Acre 41
Bouldin Creek Cafe
What to Expect
Living wage commitment and community-driven restaurant model
Description
A woman-owned vegetarian and vegan cafe serving scratch-made dishes with a community-focused mission. Standout items include the potato leek omelette, blueberry cornbread, and vegan Tex-Mex queso. The cafe offers both indoor and outdoor patio seating with a commitment to supporting local workers and community causes.
Where: Austin | More Info: Bouldin Creek Cafe
Casa de Luz
What to Expect
Community-driven whole plant vegan dining temple
Description
Casa de Luz serves whole plant, organic vegan cuisine with a profound community-centered philosophy. Their menu features intentionally prepared dishes without processed oils or artificial additives, emphasizing fresh, nutrient-dense ingredients sourced with reverence. More than a restaurant, it's a transformative dining experience focused on holistic nourishment and human connection.
Where: Austin | More Info: Casa de Luz
Nissi VegMex
What to Expect
First 100% vegan Mexican restaurant in Austin
Description
Austin's first 100% plant-based Mexican restaurant serving innovative vegan Mexican cuisine. Their menu transforms classic dishes like birria tacos and carne asada burritos using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Standout dishes include flavorful birria tacos that impress even meat-eaters, showcasing creative plant-based interpretations of traditional Mexican fare.
Where: Austin | More Info: Nissi VegMex
Rebel Cheese
What to Expect
Handcrafted artisanal vegan cheese production with competition-winning varieties
Description
Rebel Cheese crafts artisanal dairy-free vegan cheeses that challenge traditional cheese expectations. Their meticulously developed plant-based cheeses range from Cave-Aged Brie to Pimento and Pepper Jack, offering complex flavors and textures that rival dairy counterparts. Standout selections include their award-winning Tomato Herb Fromage and richly nuanced Truffle Chevre.
Where: Austin | More Info: Rebel Cheese