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    Casa de Luz East

    4.5 (31 reviews)
    Open 7:30 am - 8:30 pm

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    Out front
    Stephanie W.

    Casa de luz was alright, it didn't blow my mind but it's a nice concept! I came with a friend who recommended it that really likes the food - it's "cafeteria" style, they serve you on a tray and it's all vegan so lots of veg and beans for protein. They have some tables inside and more out in the courtyard, which is a nice area. My understanding is this is a nonprofit and the money goes toward the community and folks who work there. That was the vibe I got as well. There was plenty of parking out front, and the bathrooms were sufficiently clean. Overall - this is a very no frills, vegan meal that supports the community (I think); to me the taste wasn't anything special but it wasn't bad either. I wouldn't come again unless a friend wanted to or some kind of event was going on just given it's far from where I live and I think there are many superior vegan food options, but it's nice that it exists :)

    Thanksgiving meal 11/21/25
    Autumn M.

    Thanksgiving came early! I was lucky enough to enjoy a full holiday meal in advance, and they never disappoint with their variety. The fall squash soup was the standout for me, but they didn't forget the classics--green bean casserole, cranberry sauce, sweet potatoes. I appreciate that they offer a "pay what you can system." It's a cafeteria style setup and you bus your own tables. There's a process to follow, but once you get the hang of it, it's easy. The parking lot is usually full when I go, so be prepared to park on the neighborhood streets. If you're looking for a unique plant based experience, definitely check this place out!

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    Eric H.

    A great new location at the southwest corner Poquito and MLK. The parking adjacent to the building on Poquito has a high-grade slope, so be wary of scraping your car against the road. If your vehicle has low clearance it may be advisable to street park instead. Entrance to Casa de Luz East is located on the park next to MLK. It's a pay first, then go pick up your meal type situation. When you enter, there should be a host/hostess at the front. If there are not there, wait for them to come back. Don't be like me wondering around inside wondering about whether it is pay then eat, or eat then pay. Desserts are extra. The interior is bright and airy; seating is at wooden tables on wooden chairs. Bathrooms are located in the hallway behind the front desk, behind a display case. The kitchen itself is open. It's a little unclear what the exact procedure is, but it seems after you pay, you go to pick up a plate of food. Metal utensils (spoons, forks) are located on the side between the dessert fridge and beverage station. Linen napkins are folded and located in a box next to the utensils. Glass cups and ceramic mugs are located in the shelf below the utensils. They have two cold beverages and one hot. Once you finish eating, return your trays at the window. Napkins go in the wooden bin. Beverages: Lemongrass Rooibos, Hibiscus Mint, and Kuchika Tea, all of which are very smooth and refreshing. Food: The food was simple and filling. I enjoyed the soup the most. The plate of veggies was a mixed bag. Beans were seasoned reasonably well and were cooked to a firmer consistency. The beans could be made to taste more scrumptious, perhaps with mixing in a different bean type. The mixed veggies of broccoli, cauliflower, carrot, and zucchini were lightly seasoned, but the seasoning was not evenly distributed. I found those to be underwhelming. The rice in the middle was cooked to a lightly chewy consistency. They also had a more fragrant version of rice containing what seemed to be akin to wild rice which I found to have a more appealing floral taste. The green salad was green salad. The red cabbage was very bright and noticeable. The kale, when eaten with the scoop of stuff on top, was enjoyable. We were trying to identify what exactly was in that scoop. It seemed to contain some vinegar and type of seed or nut mixed with some kind of bean paste. It was delicious. Overall: Very clean, refreshing food. Wonderful beverages, comfortable ambiance. They have room for amping up the flavor profile of their veggies by playing with how they season their food.

    Elle K.

    I love this place for a quick, hearty, affordable vegan meal! For $15 you get an entree, soup, salad, some sides and a drink! They also have vegan desserts for additional purchase. Their drink selection is warm or cold teas, water and some additional drinks in their fridge for purchase. There is tons of seating inside, with small and large tables, good for groups. The staff were kind and helpful. You pay at the front and then the kitchen starts making your plate that you pick up from them. They also have a place for dirty dishes once you are finished. Everyday is a fixed menu, so everyone receives the same plate. You can call ahead to ask what the menu is if you're curious. I also love the complex it is in with great neighboring businesses like a yoga studio, sauna/cold plunge place, juice store and a plant store.

    Lunch
    Ashley A.

    I can't say enough how lucky we are to have Casa de Luz. While, I love the original location like no other, the ease of parking and traffic means I'll be coming to this new east side location a lot more often. I was pleasantly surprised at how much it retains the melancholic, peaceful vibes of the original location and I'm so grateful that as we've lost a lot of plant based restaurants to covid, we have a new star to make up for some of it. The Food: I think $15.60 for this portion size was very reasonable and it seems like a bigger amount than I'm used to even for dinner at the Barton Springs location. Of course, I'd love to see the menu online, but if they removed that to save money and keep their ability to be profitable at both locations, that's a small price to pay. My one qualm, is I kind of wanted to know what I was actually eating when I was being served. They had a cold, green soup that I can't really figure it if it was mixed with avocado or what and I like to know what I'm eating. But again, if it costs too much and they want to be able to change the menu if something goes out of stock during that day, I can get over not knowing. Thanks for all you've done over the years.

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    This is my favorite restaurant. I love that veggies are the main event for every meal. I feel so good coming here.

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    The Vegan Nom

    The Vegan Nom

    4.4
    (655 reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$

    I moved to Austin about a month ago, and I've already lost count on how many times I've eaten here…read more It is SO GOOD!! I've also already brought friends and family to try it! The breakfast tacos have a flavor I've never been able to get at home. I don't know how they cook everything! The 3am is by far my favorite taco with that breakfast sausage that tastes like real meat. I've also gotten the "beef" nachos maybe three times. I'm constantly craving those. The food truck park is a cute area with lots of tables and fans. The staff is always friendly and the food comes out fast even when they're busy.

    Food Good, but found it too expensive for our taste. The…read morerunny egg they had in the chilliques taco was really good. The chorizo was nothing to write about. Service The guy working the truck seemed to be high while taking our orders and making food. That must explain why tacos are $7, they were decently large and that runny age was good. It also took ages to make and get our food. I know vegan food does tend to take longer because of the care process, but this was another level. They did not call our names when the food was ready and it took ages. We even came to check on our food a few times and it was not ready. Ambiance Food truck in the middle of an empty lot. There are quite a few other trucks, but they were all pretty expensive. Bathrooms are decent onsite and there area few tables around the here you can eat. Honestly meh on the location and truck food.

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    Nori

    Nori

    4.6
    (311 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$$

    Apr 8, 2026 review:…read more I've been at Nori two times in person and recently tried their to-go order. We got one Austin roll ($22), volcano roll ($15), creamy spicy tan tan ramen ($20), teriyaki sesame tofu yakisoba ($20). I have had their sushi and yakisoba but tried their ramen for first time. I was impressed with their packaging. As you can see in picture, veggies and noodles box was on top and soup at bottom. The only thing I didn't like how noodles became very sticky because of how tight they were packed. So I got it as cold (because I live 30 mins away) and sticky. Ramen came with all the veggies like grilled Chinese broccoli, tofu, sweet corn, marinated shiitake mushrooms, red onions and negi. Yakisoba noodles had the Stir-fried noodles tossed with cabbage, scallion, carrot, marinated shiitake mushrooms, and fragrant negi in a savory house sauce. It was good if you like this type of noodles. Austin roll had Smoked tempeh, tempura tofu, jalapeño, pickles. And on the to Avocado, roasted garlic oil, tempura flakes, smoked paprika, teriyaki. Volcano roll was a deep fried roll which had spinach, avocado, sweet potato. On top: spicy mayo, sweet soy sauce, chili sauce, Caviart and tempura onion. I would say this is the best vegetarian sushi place I've found in Austin. So if you're in search, this wouldn't disappoint you.

    I went to Nori for the first time on Friday for a friends birthday. I was honestly unsure about it…read moreat first because I have never been to a plant-based restaurant, but everything about this experience makes me want to come back. T he food was delicious I had the Spicy TanTan Ramen and the Spicy Edamame and it was so good! Our server was amazing and attentive. It did take quite a bit of time for the drinks to come out but totally understandable for a bar to be backed up. All the drinks that we did try were delicious and my favorite part was you got to chose on whether to make then N/A, Spiked, or Infused. We were on their outdoor patio and the vibes were good and quiet perfect for our large group to talk and hear each other. Can't wait to go again!

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    Rebel Cheese

    Rebel Cheese

    4.5
    (357 reviews)
    1.8 mi
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    An update full of nostalgia and sadness. This location is closed now, but this seems like a great…read moreplace to review their online shop too. Up until it's final day Rebel Cheese has been excellent in food, atmosphere, and service. The space was always clean and there were plenty of foodstuffs to peruse in their store. On more than one occasion I got myself a bit of snacky vegan deliciousness to go. It wasn't all cheese, there were sauces, spreads, and sugary treats too. Every single cashier has been kind and friendly. The food always came out fresh and hot. Online ordering is easy and my products arrived right on time. No complaints! This is a great place to at least try to make the switch to vegan cheese. There are plenty of options and everything is flavorful.

    Ordered for the first time from Rebel Cheese about a month ago after having them on my radar for a…read morelong time. Being a mail order customer isn't for the faint of wallet because it makes sense to order at least six cheeses at a time, and that's not a small amount of money. Trying to factor in the timing is also part of the experience. Some of their cheeses can be frozen, and some are recommended to not be, like the brie. They recommend consuming the cheeses within 7 days of opening. It's just my husband and me in the household, so finishing a whole package of cheese in a week's time could be daunting. Speaking of the brie, it wasn't my favorite of the selection I received, which was a curated collection of Lorie's from Shark Tank. When we first got the delivery Dear Hubby and I set up a charcuterie tray for ourselves as a late lunch / early dinner. So many wonderful tastes! It was a delightful experience to mix the cheeses with crackers, salamis, Mediterranean olives, and fruit / jam. The sweet chevre offering was divine. Might have been my favorite. We opened four of the cheeses to sample them and left two for later. It's been wonderful for me to have better vegan cheeses than what the local grocery stores tend to stock. Real flavor! Real creaminess! With the holidays approaching, I'm considering when to place another order to carry me through the time when having special cheese would add to the edible side of the season.

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    Mission Burger

    Mission Burger

    4.7
    (201 reviews)
    2.0 mi
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    We returned to Mission Burger for the second time today because everything we had the first visit…read morewas so delicious--and once again, they did not disappoint. The food is incredible, the atmosphere is welcoming, and the staff truly make this place special. Huge shoutout to amazing team members Ariel and Emily for being so warm and kind. The chef even made our pup Zoloft a pup cup today, which was such a sweet gesture. The lovely woman who helped us during our last visit also gave Zoloft a pup cup, so they've consistently shown kindness to our little family. They even gave complimentary vegan cookies to guests when we arrived (not sure if it was a special promotion, but such a thoughtful touch!). And the ice cream... WOW. Made with lentils, and honestly some of the best ice cream we've ever had--rich, creamy, and unforgettable. Friendly staff, delicious food, thoughtful service, and creative plant-based treats. Mission Burger is a gem in Austin, and we'll absolutely be back again whenever we return to Austin

    It was my first time here, and I couldn't be more impressed. The service was excellent. The person…read moreat the front was friendly and helpful, offering suggestions and giving me a cookie while I was ordering. As for the food, I was amazed that it was all plant-based and made with high-quality ingredients. I ordered the Ruben, Steak Burger, and Lemon Pepper Chicken Sandwich. They were all great, but my personal favorite was the Lemon Pepper Chicken Sandwich.

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    Arlo's Junior

    Arlo's Junior

    4.4
    (682 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$

    I hadn't had Arlo's in 7 years just about, but during a business trip I was craving a good vegan…read moreburger. I had the pleasure of speaking with the owner prior to my arrival. He had given me new updates on what's changed to Arlo's. He told me that they are no longer a good truck and moved to the ghost kitchen set-up out of the Lovebirds bar. He told me to order via the website and pick up at a side window. He even told me to call him back if the food isn't good. I ensured him that his food was the bomb diggity so there would be no need for a follow-up call. Whew Chile, if you're ever craving a BBQ burger, don't pass up the sweet, spicy, messy, and fulfilling goodness of this burger. Pair it with the tots and you got yourself a delicious meal. Speaking of the tots they are perfectly seasoned with salt. Big, juicy, thick ass burger. So good that you'd be in a food coma if you finish every bite in one sitting. Luckily I couldn't subject myself to continuous bed rest, I saved some for later so that I can continue to savor the luscious goodness. Absolute best as always!

    Everything was good. The service nice. The environment was cozy. I really enjoyed the experience…read more The only thing I would suggest that the food be brought out to the customer. I was a first time guest and I don't realize that I would have to go out the building to a side window. My food had been ready for about 12 minutes and I didn't realize because I was expecting it to come out to me or at least have my name called when it was ready. You order through a QR code.

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    Fabrik - Austin

    Fabrik - Austin

    4.9
    (69 reviews)
    3.1 mi
    $$$$

    Came here to celebrate my last birthday and they made the day so special. They really go above and…read morebeyond with the thought they've put into their tasting menus and I can't wait to go back!

    Came to Fabrik for a late birthday dinner--such a thoughtful gift from my family, I was seriously…read moreimpressed. From the ambiance to the service to the food, everything was absolutely impeccable. We opted for the seasonal 7-course tasting menu: 1. Local corn and onion snacks - Loved the corn soup and the sweet potato crisp. The polenta was good, but if I'm being honest, I could've used a few more of those sweet potato crisps because they were dangerously delicious. 2. Bread with blistered shishito pepper cream, garlic butter, and tarragon chermoula - All were great, but the blistered shishito pepper cream stole the show. I quite literally licked the plate clean. 3. Glazed carrots with carrot cream - Refreshing with a subtle kick of Asian-inspired flavors that really elevated the dish. 4. Cauliflower and white grape soup - Hearty, comforting, and perfect for the cold weather. I was skeptical about the grapes at first, but they worked beautifully, adding just enough sweetness to balance the saltiness. 5. Squash cappelletti - The pasta was cooked to perfection with the ideal amount of filling. I was already getting full at this point, but there was no way I was leaving this unfinished. 6. Cranberry & ginger popsicle - A fantastic palate cleanser that actually helped reset my appetite for dessert. 7. Concord grape sorbet - I neither loved nor disliked it, but it was refreshing and surprisingly nostalgic. It instantly reminded me of PB&Js with grape jelly that my mom used to pack for me as a kid. 8. Burnt butter apple cake with maple ice cream - I'm a sucker for anything apple, and this combination was next-level. The perfect way to end the tasting. Overall, I had an amazing experience. The service was outstanding, the space was intimate and ideal for a date night, and the food was thoughtful and creative. I'll definitely be back for the spring menu. You don't have to be vegan to love this spot!

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    Fabrik Austin restaurant interior
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    Starting dish.
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    FTG ATX

    FTG ATX

    4.9
    (64 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    Fry Let me tell you…read moreabout FTG. The little food truck in the back of a sweet-ass dive bar called Mama Dearest. Do you wanna know about the dive bar? You'll have to check out my other review. But just know it's filled with weird taxidermy and novelty items that are one of a kind. But I digress. Back to the food. I would like to tell you I tried everything on the menu as many times as I came here. But alas, only four or five things. Unfortunately, their pierogies are the best thing I've ever had. Not just in Austin, but ever. I am now desperately seeking pierogies that rival FTG's. It's not just the pierogies themselves... but the sauce, it would make angels sing. Every time I tried something new, my heart would long for the pierogies. I finally gave in to my desires and quit trying other new things. I think next time I go back I'm just going to ask strangers if I can have a bite of their food, so I can say I've tried everything. But until then, this review is for what I have tried. After the pierogies. My next favorite things in order. Fried chicken (perfectly crisp bites), jerk chicken (little spicy, not dry, perfect), chilli (so spicy), gnocchi. The cheesecake would technically rank after the pierogies, but because they're a dessert I don't wanna mess up the order here and confuse y'all. The two dudes that work this truck, are here EVERY time. I'm pretty sure the only days they take off is Mondays and Tuesdays. Tell them the girl from Kansas City with a big dog sent to you. Lastly. Know that you won't find this place overrun with college kids or snotty hipsters. Just regular people enjoying a good dive bar.

    Rating: 2.7/5 [Postmates delivery]…read more We were so excited to try FTG's food, especially given its high Yelp rating. Unfortunately, it ended up being extremely disappointing. The meats were unforgivably dry, though everything else was good. Steak & Zab ($22): The zab, a mix of green beans, mushrooms, and broccoli tossed in salsa macha with sabayon, was actually enjoyable. I liked the flavors, but it was a bit too creamy/saucy for my husband (likely due to the sabayon). The steak, however, was dry and very chewy. Asian Style Spare Ribs ($17): This came with a 1/3 rack of spare ribs, a Thai cabbage salad, and five-spice fried potatoes. The potatoes were fire, and the salad was solid. But again, the meat missed the mark--super dry for the most part. We tried dipping it in the sabayon and other sauces to add moisture, but it didn't help. The fish sauce glaze didn't come through either. The only redeeming quality was the generous portion size.

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