Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Lake Austin

"It’s a vegetarian restaurant, but you won’t really be able to tell when you’re indulging in all the hearty, filling, super tasty breakfast items at Bouldin Creek Cafe. This place has been around forever and is a South Austin classic. WEBSITE | 1900 S 1st St"

"If you’re looking for the best cheap vegan restaurants in Austin, the menu features a range of cuisine styles and flavors, all available for anywhere from $5-15. Saving the planet never tasted so good!. Featured Image Credit: Koriente on Facebook"

"Bouldin Creek Cafe is a casual indoor/outdoor coffee shop meets restaurant serves up some dang good non-meat fixins. If you get there in the morning, head to the patio and order the breakfast tacos. You will not be disappointed."

"When you ask locals to name the best tacos in town, Torchy’s is inevitably the first word out of their mouths. At under $4 a taco, this delicious chain is not only supremely affordable, but it also offers alternatives like green chile pork, fried avocado and Jamaican jerk chicken. If you're feeling really adventurous, order a special taco off of the secret menu (a little Mad Cow, anyone?)."

"Austin is known for a lot of things, but perhaps nothing more so than tacos. And no taco establishment is more essential to this town than Torchy’s, an empire born and bred out of the Austin food truck movement. These days, they have brick and mortar restaurants all over town, so be sure to check out their prime location on South Congress."

"Torchy’s has crazy, inventive tacos and some of the best queso in Austin, and you can order ahead so all you have to do is walk in and pick it up!. WEBSITE | multiple locations"

"Technically no longer a food truck, Counter Culture is most definitely worth a mention, and a visit, as it was one of the first female-run vegetarian food trucks to make a mark on the city. Counter Culture has enjoyed growing success since the original truck opened its doors — or hatches — in 2009, and has since moved to a brick and mortar restaurant in East Austin. Here, diners can enjoy hearty and delicious vegan grub like vegan hatch chile burgers and bbq soy curl tacos to take away or enjoy out on their patio."

"The food was not impressive, but not better than what I would make at home. I was expecting more effort from a vegan place. Just tasted like premade food..."

"Specializes in: Basically everythingOne of Austin’s earliest vegetarian joints, if you’re eating with Mr. Natural, you can feel secure in the knowledge that everything is 100% meat-free. One especially noteworthy menu item is the veggie burger, one of the best in town—it's available in traditional fashion, loaded with barbecue sauce and piled with “bacon,” or topped with a tasty medley of sautéed onions and spinach, avocado, and Monterey jack cheese. Want to try a little of everything?"

"One of the longest-running vegetarian restaurants in town, Mr. Natural is not only an Austin institution but a staple in the vegan and vegetarian community. The fully vegetarian Mexican restaurant and bakery offers a variety of vegetarian, vegan, ovo-lacto, non-dairy, wheat-free and gluten-free specialties including tamales, tacos, and flautas, to name a few. If you go, don’t forget to grab a sweet treat or two from the bakery case."

"Mr. Natural makes gluten free and vegan birthday cakes at their popular local franchise. They make round and sheet-style birthday cakes in a wide variety of flavors. The Tres Leches, Red Velvet, and Berry Bliss cakes rank among their best."

"A more traditional breakfast spot, Counter Cafe’s simple diner setup and classic menu make it great for a low-key breakfast situation. Somewhere between the steak and eggs, biscuits and gravy, and hot cakes, you’ll feel right at home here. If you’re dining solo, grab a spot at the counter and do like they did in the 40’s (or whenever it was that people actually ate a real breakfast before work)."

"I love this cute, casual, East Austin cafe for their giant pancakes, locally sourced eggs and meat, and all-around yummy breakfast!. Try their giant blueberry pancakes, the crab cake benedict, and the tasty biscuits and gravy. WEBSITE | 1914 E 6th St, Austin"

"Greasy diner meets farm-to-table in the most delicious way possible at Counter Cafe. Yes, all-day breakfast is a thing, and yes, you can find it here."

"Specializes in: Giant burritos & samosasAny Texan knows an essential staple of the state cuisine is the ever-popular, ever-messy frito pie. Vegans and vegetarians alike can indulge in a guilt-free version of this dish at The Vegan Yacht—where the Freeto Burrito, with organic tempeh chili, organic corn chips, avocado, and cheese, is just one of their jam-packed, size-of-a-newborn vegan burritos to chow down on. Located next door, and operated by the same owners, is the new Maha Market."

"The Vegan Yacht will transport your taste buds to the Tex-Mex-inspired shores of meatless burrito land. From the popular Burrito Supreemo to the trailer-smoked tempeh Buffalo Burrito and beyond, this lunch spot is all about everyone’s favorite Mexican wrap. Bonus: Many options are gluten-free, so no need to worry about getting left behind with wheat meat."

"Think you can’t have authentic Tex Mex flavor without the real meat and cheese?. Well, The Vegan Yacht will make you think again. This converted Airstream is where you can fill up on supremely flavorful and meatless takes on classic Mexican fare."

"This kid-friendly restaurant is also located in the Domain area. They have a large outdoor seating area, kid menu, kids coloring book, and a very friendly vibe. 11800 Domain Blvd, yardhouse.com"

"Trudy’s “Big Game” packages are filled with fajitas, wings and handcrafted tacos inspired by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Kansas City Chiefs. Grab to-go cocktails including 32 oz of Trudy’s Famous House Margarita starting at $25. The special is available at Trudy’s North Star and South Star locations."

"File this under “looks gross tastes great.” The avocado is fried, stuffed with chicken or veggies, and smothered in suiza sauce."

"Located in the historic University of Texas district, Veggie Heaven offers delicious Chinese cuisine for vegans and vegetarians, including traditional pot stickers, California rolls and sesame noodles. Most of the full-size portions are directed towards vegans, who flock to this location so they can enjoy the freshly made sauces and spices. Non-meat-eaters can also come here to enjoy the bubble tea, which is an Austin favorite – the boba milk tea is probably the most famous and is great for after dinner or when walking around."

"Austin's always been a health-conscious city full of vegetarian options. One of the most beloved is Veggie Heaven, a Taiwanese comfort-food restaurant that opened in 1998 on Guadalupe Street across from the University of Texas. It was a student favorite, thanks to cheap lunch specials with an appeal that extended beyond just vegetarians, and has now relocated to West 6th Street, where it continues to stay true to its roots with a broad menu of nonmeat dishes under $10."

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"Mayfield Park started life as the Mayfield Gutsch Estate, a lovely historic cottage that was built in the 19th century on 21 acres of natural land, including a beautiful 2 acre garden. Mayfield Park is quiet, peaceful, and beautiful, with walking trails and community garden space often filled with flowers and veggies, depending on the deason. The trails are short, perfect for families or people looking for a quick stroll."

"Why You’ve Got to Go: Laguna Gloria and Mayfield Park and Nature Preserve is among the fun places for kids in Austin. This is a two-in-one destination that includes learning as well as play. What to Do: The Betty and Edward Marcus Sculpture Park is one of my favorite aspects of the Laguna Gloria museum."

"Right next door to Laguna Gloria, Mayfield Park is a small and magical park that’s ideal for picnicking. However, Mayfield’s biggest attraction is the flock of gorgeous peacocks that roam freely. Best of all, this unusual park has no admission fee."

"Cosmic Coffee is one of our favorite South Austin coffee shops to work and meet up with friends for an evening drink. Whether you’re looking for coffee, kombucha on tap, or an ice-cold beer, this is your place. They have an array of food trucks parked outside every day with more than enough picnic tables for you to spread out and keep your distance from others."

"There’s both indoor and outdoor seating, but the outdoor area is particularly magical with plants, rocks, and a chicken coop that serve as endless entertainment. There’s also food trucks parked on the property so you can make a meal of it. (photos by Chase Daniel of Greater Goods Coffee for Arch Daily)"