Welcome to the Austin Pedal Party Blog, your new most visited site for finding out what to do while you’re visiting us here in Austin, Texas. Known for more than just cowboys and country music, Austin is the kind of city that continues to grow and change every day. Keeping up with informing our visitors of all that the area has to offer is a daunting task, but one we are happy to do. Before you keep reading, bookmark this page so you won’t have any trouble coming back for more info on the best food, drinks and anything else you need to know about visiting in Austin. Here on the Austin Pedal Party Blog, we do more than tell you about our Pedal Party, but we will get to that at the end of the article. For now, read on to learn more about Vegan Food available in the city. You might be shocked to find that there are TONS of plant-based options in Austin and we can’t wait to share some of our favorites with you.
Dear Diary Coffeehouse
4.8 ★
“Coffee For Creatives” is their slogan and one step inside of Dear Diary Coffeehouse will show you that they mean what they say. They present a selection of locally sourced vegan treats and the inside has plenty of character. This is a coffee shop that is home to any artist or art lover that happens to stumble inside. Every day of the week, stop into this spot on Chicon St any time after 8 in the morning for coffee in the most creative setting possible. If ambiance is important to the effect of just how good your coffee hits, Dear Diary Coffeehouse will be your new home away from home. One step inside will have you hooked from the very first inhale of that iconic coffee scent.
Possum Pizza
4.8 ★
Have you ever been driving down the road and saw a possum, then got hungry? Well the folks at Possum Pizza might have a “trashy” name but their menu is quite the opposite. Featuring an entirely plant-based menu, Possum Pizza is known for their vast selection of your favorite classic pizza options, with none of the upset stomach. Vegan eating doesn’t mean that you have to miss out on old loves like hot wings or “cheese” sticks when you take your meal at Possum Pizza inside of Tinnin Food Mart. Comfort food takes on an entirely new meaning when you stop into this location you will want to keep coming back.
Wasota Vegan Paradise
4.8 ★
Here in Austin, we are home to culinary specialties coming from all parts of the world and now in 2022, there are so many vegan and plant based options that you just might be surprised. With more than just veggie plate options, Wasota Vegan Paradise is the same quality of African cuisine that you’ve grown to love from owner Lawrence Eguakun, but entirely vegan. Experience dishes from Nigeria, Ethiopia, Jamaica and more when you dine with Wasota Vegan Paradise on Martin Luther King Jr Blvd in Austin. Plant-based eating has gained much popularity in recent years, but this specialty restaurant stands out with more than a veggie patty or fried veggies. Truly experience a taste of home from a table set in Africa.
The Beer Plant
4.6 ★
Austin’s very first all plant based gastro-pub, The Beer Plant on Windsor Road has a knack for presenting your favorite Vegan plates in an elevated style, alongside your new favorite beer. From 5-10 pm every night, come in and ask about their “cheddar” mac n cheese or Korean broccoli for a real treat. When you are in the mood for a dive bar with better than dive style dishes, you won’t have to look any further than The Beer Plant. This classic take on a more recently popular idea will be the new spot that you and your coworkers meet at every week if you’re in the area, and without a doubt part of the “to-do” list for those visiting.
The Vegan Yacht
4.8 ★
Gluten intolerant, Vegan eaters will rejoice upon entrance to the Vegan Yacht on Southern Oaks Drive. Featuring iconic menu items like Frito Pie, which is actually made with tempeh and completely gluten free. When you can’t shake the craving for a hot dog, or some other classic ballpark options, head over to The Vegan Yacht and feel great about what you’re having. They even have an oatmeal cream pie that will make you want to throw out that brand box and come around every day. The Vegan Yacht seems to find a way to make all our favorites from the good old days easier to ingest so you can feel good about enjoying what once was considered culinarily sinful.
Li’l Nonna’s
4.7 ★
More than just a little pizza joint on St Elmo Rd in Austin, Li’l Nonna’s takes immense pride in hosting “elevated” pizza selections that are all entirely plant based. You won’t miss the difference from regular mozzarella once you take your first bite of their vegan pizza. Featuring the best Brussels sprouts, Sicilian style, you will be more than hooked on Li’l Nonna’s from the moment you walk in and become engulfed by the smell of garlic. Don’t forget that you are not actually in Italy while you’re inside.
Conscious Cravings
4.5 ★
Have you ever thought to yourself, “I’d go Vegan but it’s SO expensive” before? If so, make the conscious decision to wander over to Conscious Cravings in South Austin. Home made sauces, spices from all over the world and fresh fruit smoothies are only a handful of reasons to take lunch with this brand. Along with flavors that will inspire even the most hardheaded of meat eaters to consider more plant-based lifestyle choices, Conscious Cravings is the kind of location whose employees are passionate about the product and ready to answer all your questions. Get ready to get hooked on Conscious Cravings from the moment you view their menu.
Bistro Vonish
4.7 ★
At first glance, Bistro Vonish might appear to stand as just a food truck but in this case there is more than meets the eye. Alongside picnic tables and fire pits, this food trailer sits on 53rd Street, waiting for you to come out and order Vegan French Toast. It is the kind of location that keeps regulars coming back and Bistro Vonish serves a wide array of plant-based options that will fill you up and still make you want more. We all know the real truth; all the best dishes have always come from food trucks and Bistro Vonish is no exception to that fact.
Forking Vegan
4.9 ★
Every day except Tuesday and Wednesday, ride over to Forking Vegan on Congress Ave for Vegan delicacies that you won’t believe have no animal products. Spaghetti, nachos, even biscuits and gravy are available choices for those who can’t wait to fall into a food coma with the comfort foods we all crave. Check out their BBQ nachos for the perfect sharing appetizer. You won’t miss the meat for even a second at Forking Vegan.
Plow Burger
4.6 ★
Another Vegan burger option that gives you exactly the plant-based patty that you’ve been wanting, find Plow Burger at two locations, one just off East Riverside and another at Hyde Park. Ask about their Burger of the week and try one of the five sauced “wings” when you arrive. We are sure you will keep coming back to cover the entire menu. Plow Burger gives everyone the option to go plant-based and gluten-free, with Impossible patties and locally sourced buns.
Bouldin Creek Cafe
4.7 ★
A woman owned local favorite, Bouldin Creek Cafe resides on south 1st Street in Austin and was named Best Vegetarian/Vegan restaurant in the city in 2021. Not just plant-based, but created entirely from scratch, Bouldin Creek Cafe’s food selection comes from the heart. Using only locally sourced products for their hand-crafted specialties, this is a restaurant that is truly a part of the community and part of the reason why Austin is such a wonderful place to visit. Stop in anytime from 8 am – 10 pm on any day of the week and see why locals can’t get enough of Bouldin Creek Cafe.
Nissi Vegan
4.8 ★
Austin, Texas is another section of the United States that has gained reputation for hosting some of the best Mexican restaurants you can find north of the border and Nissi Vegan fits right into the mix, despite being void of animal products. Head to 11th St to find tacos, burritos, even chalupas, all plant-based and without skipping on any of the flavor. Nothing hits the spot better than Vegan chalupas, trust us.
Vegan Nom
4.7 ★
Identifying themselves as the “best” Vegan food truck in all of Austin, you won’t wonder about their confidence after your first order. Vegan Nom is located on Cesar Chavez St and hosts a selection of funky tacos that cover the spectrum from all ends. They claim to have the best tacos in not just Austin, but on the entire planet so if you are one for a challenge, go test their theory and don’t be shocked when you find yourself agreeing with the sentiment. Vegan Nom is ready and waiting to blow all your expectations about Vegan/plant-based tacos.
Citizen Eatery
4.5 ★
Not just vegan, but health conscious also, Citizen Eatery is ready to change your life. All you have to do is come into their location on Burnet Rd to experience something new and amazing. Whether it be the all-day breakfast or absolutely fantastic Pecan Pesto Noodles, add Citizen Eatery to your list of new favorite places to stop in for Paleo Bowls and more. This location is not only a top spot for flavor, but they are genuinely interested in healthy eating. Eat great and be great to your body at the same time at Citizen Eatery.
Counter Culture
4.6 ★
Taking immense pride in their friendly and informative staff, Counter Culter is an Eco-Focused, Vegan restaurant located on E Cesar Chavez St. Hibiscus mint iced tea, local kombucha and Creamsicle smoothies are only the start of their expansive drink menu. That doesn’t even begin to cover all the Vegan plate options. Check out their menu online or walk in one day, you will be a regular before you know it.
CONCLUSION
Well, that’s that ! Now you have no reason to complain about a lack of plant-based options here in Austin, Texas. We are the type of folks around here who love to cook, eat and feed everyone who walks through the doors. Never again do you have to select one of the two vegetarian options at the back of every major chain restaurant’s menu with all these options to choose from. Now that you have gathered up a list of where to find the food, you just have to pick one and make your move. Here at Austin Pedal Party, we do our best to make the planning process for your trip to Austin an easy one. Cheers to hoping that now, we’ve eliminated another question from your list of plans to make. While you’re here, let us inform you of something else you will need to plan the trip of your dreams. No matter what party you might be planning, reunions, wedding parties, even work retreats, we have the activity that you need to plan for.
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