Looking for plant-based-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Summer Moon Coffee, The Kebab Shop and Pacific Star Restaurant & Oyster Bar, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry plant-based-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top-rated dining experiences
Discover the best Austin restaurants with plant based options. Highly rated spots with authentic plant based menu items.
Austin's Premier Plant Based Destinations
Austin’s vibrant food scene offers an incredible array of plant-forward dining, ensuring that everyone at the table finds something delicious to enjoy. This curated collection highlights the city's best spots for plant-based options, ranging from classic American comfort food and hearty Middle Eastern plates to fresh Japanese ramen and zesty Thai flavors. Whether you are craving Korean BBQ, Chinese tea treats, or a quick sub, these local favorites across Austin provide diverse menus that celebrate fresh ingredients without compromising on taste.
30 restaurants in Best Austin Restaurants with Plant Based Options | Top Rated
- Summer Moon Coffee · rated 5/5: 22 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- The Kebab Shop · rated 5/5: 18 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Pacific Star Restaurant & Oyster Bar · rated 5/5: 12 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- Halal Bros · rated 5/5: 11 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Middle Eastern.
- Ronnie's Real Food · rated 5/5: 9 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Chi'Lantro BBQ · rated 5/5: 7 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Korean.
- Central District Brewing · rated 5/5: 6 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Bluefin Sushi Bar and Ramen · rated 5/5: 5 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Hoody's Subs · rated 5/5: 5 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Lustre Pearl · rated 5/5: 3 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Zen Japanese Food Fast · rated 5/5: 3 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Summer Moon Coffee · rated 5/5: 3 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Tandoori Lounge · rated 4/5: 27 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Indian.
- Falafel Burger · rated 4/5: 25 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Middle Eastern.
- China Cafe · rated 4/5: 25 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Zilker Brewing Company · rated 4/5: 21 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Old Gregg Brewing Company · rated 4/5: 17 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Tomodachi Sushi · rated 4/5: 15 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Halal Bros · rated 4/5: 14 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Middle Eastern.
- Trianon Coffee · rated 4/5: 12 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Austin Beerworks · rated 4/5: 12 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Korean Grill · rated 4/5: 12 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Korean.
- Blue Owl Brewing · rated 4/5: 11 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Independence Brewing Co. · rated 4/5: 11 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Tarka Indian Kitchen · rated 4/5: 11 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Indian.
- Salerno Cucina Italiana · rated 4/5: 11 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Pho Hanoi · rated 4/5: 11 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Vietnamese.
- The Coffehouse at Caroline · rated 4/5: 10 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Casper Fermentables · rated 4/5: 10 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Korean.
- Muangthai Thai Cuisine · rated 4/5: 10 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Thai.
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.
