Satisfy your need for a salad by visiting any of these restaurants in Austin, Texas.
2N1 Salad Bar and Grill
4.5 ★
Starting off the list today is the king of all salad bars in Austin. 2N1 Salad Bar and Grill on Braker Ln is the place to be for build your own salad and satisfy your taste buds in exactly the right way. If you’re not picky, they keep a selection of themed specialty salads. High quality ingredients prepared by friendly people are always on the menu at 2N1 Salad Bar and Grill where they make sure to keep everything fresh. The “build your own” trend goes strong with their burgers, wraps, and chicken sandwiches, meaning you can add any toppings from the salad bar to your meals. Only open on Sundays for private events but ready for the public throughout the rest of the week, you can plan your trip to 2N1 Salad Bar and Grill from 10 am – 9 pm (closed at 5 pm on Saturdays) to build a salad that is so big, you might have to take some leftovers home.
The Brewtorium
4.6 ★
Sometimes, you’re in the mood for a “big ass” salad and The Brewtorium boasts exactly that on their menu. At The Brewtorium, they are invested in elevating bar and pub food to more than a quesadilla or cheeseburger. Fresh greens start off the process for their overwhelmingly large salads and you will want to order an extra side of the honey apple vinaigrette. From the Blues on the Green Side to the Spicy Hand Ranch Bowl, the option to add protein like bratwurst or fried chicken is available. Throw out any idea of what you thought a salad or pub food in general is supposed to look and taste like when you order a meal at The Brewtorium. Order a traditional German-style beer and let all your cares fade away when you visit this establishment after 4 pm every day except Monday when they close.
Foodheads
4.7 ★
Located inside of a former home turned into a cafe, Foodheads is waiting for you to visit them on west 34th St for homemade soups, sandwiches, and salads. Everything you’re going to order from this menu is prepared in house with soup and meat specials changing every day. Featuring a long menu, Foodheads keeps something for everyone’s specific taste preferences. If you can manage to ignore their sandwich selection (which will be hard to accomplish) you will be happy to find an extensive series of salads as well. Salmon, steak and arugula, grilled chicken are only a couple of protein options, or you can go full veggie. No matter what you select, the house made dressings will add to the mix and elevate every bite you take. Visit them throughout the week (except Sundays) from 8 am – 3 pm for breakfast, lunch, or early dinner. Foodheads is a family owned and locally maintained business that cares about each and every guest who visits them. For the full “Foodheads” experience, we suggest ordering a large glass of iced tea and request to sit at an outside table.
Vinaigrette
4.5 ★
Occasionally, the salad portion of a menu can appear to be more of an afterthought than an actual addition to the full selection. With Vinaigrette on College Ave, the salads are the star of the show with their build your own salad bar. Get back to nature and visit them for gourmet salads that come with an assortment of toppings that you might not have seen coming. This bright and modern space feels warm and inviting to those that want to pay attention to how their food is prepared. Open 7 days a week from 11 am until 9 pm, Vinaigrette is the place to feel good and eat good at the same time. Check out their weekend brunch menu for a special treat that tastes even better when you’re sitting at one of their outside tables.
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Local Foods
4.5 ★
Heavily influenced by the community surrounding these restaurants, Local Foods is invested in Austin and Texas as a whole. Dedication to providing fresh, locally sourced food is the driving force behind Local Foods and the effort shows with their salads, bowls, and other menu options. When you look at each location’s menu, you will notice that the little house icon is next to the menu listings more often than not. Seeing the house icon means that the menu item in question is only available at that store in particular. The name Local Foods is not just a catchy way to say that their menu is full of fruits and vegetables, but a way to let you know that they source their ingredients from within the community.
Honest Mary’s
4.5 ★
While Honest Mary’s does not advertise “salads” on the menu, their “bowls” are full of all the same healthy ingredients that you’d have in a salad so they deserve a place on this list. Fast and casual, Honest Mary’s will whip you up a healthy meal quickly while taking any of your dietary needs into consideration. Visit Honest Mary’s by taking a trip to Burnet Rd or over to the Green Hills Market, both locations will go above the call of duty to make sure you’re only getting what you want and need out of a bowl. Add a side of roasted cauliflower or brussel sprouts if you want a vegetable that will blow your mind for the amount of flavor they can infuse into these basic vegetables.
Salata
4.5 ★
When you’re in the picky sort of mood, Salata is the restaurant that has a wide selection of ingredients for your tastes with nothing you don’t want. Start by selecting a wrap or salad setup and then pile on any of their more than fifty available toppings and ask for a bowl of soup to finish off the meal. Maybe even add some cookies to satisfy your sweet tooth with a light treat. Wet your whistle while you’re at it with a plum cinnamon tea or a prickly pear limeade at Salata in The Shops at Arbor Walk. Closed on Sundays, Salata opens every other day from 10:45 am – 9 pm with salads and wraps that are tailored to exactly what you need.
Cypress Grill
4.6 ★
Located on William Cannon Dr is Cypress Grill, which is a restaurant that is much more than a great pun that plays off of an awesome band name. People love to visit this establishment for a vibe that is unmatched and salads that are just as filling as the steak dinners. Try their Chicken Club salad or the Orleans Shrimp salad, they pack your plate to the brim with fresh and flavorful ingredients.Taste the flavors of New Orleans when you hang out at Cypress Grill and enjoy salads that are more than some vegetables and dressing. They add a personal touch to every plate that you can taste throughout the whole meal. From 11 am – 10 pm, Cypress Grill is the place to be when you want to chill out with a good salad.
CONCLUSION
In Austin, we have a special love for creating meals that make everyone feel full and satisfied. Throughout this town there is never a shortage of places to find your new favorite meal and in the realm of salads, we have a vast selection to pick from. At The Austin Insider you will be able to access a number of resources that will aid you in creating the best possible experiences while you’re visiting with us. Food, drinks, things to do, and many other topics can be found in our “Guides” tab at the top of this page. Don’t get too concerned with details, we will handle that part for you.
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