Looking for vegetarian-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Bombay Bicycle Club, Maddy McMurphy's Irish Sports Bar and Freshest, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry vegetarian-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Discover cheap restaurants in San Antonio with vegetarian options. Budget-friendly vegetarian dining.
San Antonio's Cheap Vegetarian Destinations
San Antonio offers a vibrant array of budget-friendly vegetarian options that cater to every palate without breaking the bank. From the zesty flavors of Mexican staples at Pete's Tako House and Casa Rio to the comforting American classics found at Magnolia Pancake Haus and Bill Miller Bar-B-Q, there is a meat-free dish for every craving. You can also explore international delights like Indian fare at Bombay Bicycle Club or fresh seafood-inspired plates at Freshest, all while enjoying the city's unique and welcoming dining atmosphere. Whether you are grabbing a quick bite at Orderup or relaxing at The Dakota East Side Ice House, these affordable spots prove that plant-based dining in the Alamo City is both diverse and delicious.
30 restaurants in Best Cheap Vegetarian Restaurants in San Antonio | Cheap & Vegetarian
- Bombay Bicycle Club · rated 5/5: 7 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Indian.
- Maddy McMurphy's Irish Sports Bar · rated 4/5: 24 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Freshest · rated 4/5: 14 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- Mad Dogs British Pub · rated 4/5: 14 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Domingo · rated 4/5: 14 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Magnolia Pancake Haus · rated 4/5: 12 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Pete's Tako House · rated 4/5: 9 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Sugartime Shot Bar · rated 2/5: 27 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Casa Rio: 27 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Capo's Pizza: 27 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- The Cove: 26 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- Anacacho Coffee & Cantina: 20 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Joe's Crab Shack: 20 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- The Station Cafe: 20 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Golden Chick: 17 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Sancho's Cantina & Cocina: 14 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Pei Wei: 14 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- 54th Street: 12 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Philo Coffee: 11 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Big Lou's Pizza: 10 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Paesanos Riverwalk: 9 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Landry's Seafood House: 9 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- Ácenar Hot Mex Cool Bar: 9 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Peter Piper Pizza: 9 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Rainforest Cafe: 7 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Fuddruckers: 7 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Orderup: 6 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- What's Brewing Coffee Drive Thru: 6 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Taco Palenque: 5 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- The Dakota East Side Ice House: 4 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
