Incredible dining experience. The food was delicious. I got the fried yuca to start, followed by the masala oyster mushroom dish, which had perfectly seasoned and fried oyster mushrooms, perfectly al dente broccolini and a light celeriac puree. It was very filling but not too heavy. Ended it with a slice of the cheesecake. The staff was friendly and attentive -shout out to robert! Cant wait to come back next time I am in Houston. This place is a gem Didn't get pictures of everything so you have to see it for yourself read more

Mantra - Fried yuca - Vegan Near Me - Houston, Texas

As someone with celiac this place is amazing! The flatbreads are insanely good, my non gluten free friend thought they had wheat in them! The black lentil burger was phenomenal . And the grand puebla el pastor jackfruit sandwich was so perfectly spicy! The space is also beautiful, and has a great vibe. During the week parking is very easy, and is free after 6:00 p.m. Can't wait to go back and try their gluten free pasta and more of their crafted appetizers! read more

I recently visited Mantra on 4/25/2026. My dinner guest and I were excited to visit this vegan restaurant. We were both very disappointed with the service we received. We ordered drinks and an appetizer to start our dining experience. The appetizer was brought to our table and we noticed an insect in our food. I informed our server of this matter and he seemed to very nonchalant of the incident and offered no apology for the condition of the food. It seemed like we were a bother to the server as opposed to customers. We will not visit this establishment in the future. read more

I love the ambience of mantra and the design of the restaurant. It is beautifully put together. Lots of plants and geometrical decorations very inviting and warm. A great place for special events or date night. Featuring a beautiful menu crafted for plant-based living. However, anyone will enjoy the menu. We started off with the yucca fries and the SW hand pies. The fries were my absolute favorite. I did also enjoy the hand pies. They were very feeling. Our server was excellent. He was very attentive and handled the flow of the dining room exquisitely. I had the marsala, everything is well season. I really enjoyed the taste and texture of the oyster mushrooms. The potatoes were cooked perfectly along with the broccolini. My friend enjoyed the nachos. I have had them before and I never disappointed amount of spice, lots of flavor, It's definitely enough for two to share and once you start, you cannot stop. This is definitely a top pick for a nice dinner out. read more

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2/9/25- back for more. The coconut calamari was absolutely amazing and the buffalo jack pizza had a very nice spice level to it plus it was full of flavor. Finished it off with the raw strawberry hibiscus cheesecake. Man oh man the flavors here are truly exquisite and one of a kind. The staff is so kind and the place is kept up very clean. read more

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We went to Mantra this afternoon and it was so delicious. Food was really good and staff were so nice. Will definitely go back again! read more

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What a great experience! We landed in Houston late yesterday and hadn't eaten all day. We searched for vegan restaurants and you won't find many here in Houston. But we found Mantra. Rodney, the hands-on Owner, knocked it out of the park. We had the Brussel sprouts and margarita flat bread for appetizers. We ordered the plantain nachos and maitake chimichurri for our main course. Everything was phenomenal. Remember me saying we hadn't eaten all day, that's why I forgot to take photos. Sorry. Hats off to Rodney for what he's doing there. I encourage you to go there for a great meal, and to support the healthy, plant based lifestyle. read more

Definitely feels a little like a ghost kitchen and service was slow. I was hoping that this would be a greens and lettuce type of vegan place but they specialize in many items that are relatively greasy with vegan cheese (pretty much my least favorite vegan thing). So not for me. My husband and bff loved it since they don't mind vegan cheese. Parking looked hard - we ubered. Ambiance is fine - plenty of seating. The plantain fries and jackfruit sandwich was wonderful. That's what I ended up ordering as an anti-vegan-cheeser. read more

The ambience was incredible but the food was subpar. Everything was okay but it didn't have enough seasoning. I like the concept but after being vegan for 4 years, i wasn't impressed. read more

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Food was delicious. Definitely recommend the Oyster Marsala! Vibe of the place is great as well.

I thought the food was overall ok. I liked the desserts the best. The pasta was actually below average like you at home could make better just using a jar a of tomato sauce and some noodles. I want this restaurant to do well, I honestly do. I think that they are going to have to make their dishes better. I expect a vegan restaurant to make delicious Brussel Sprouts but theirs was ok. It tasted like something anyone could make using a broiler, salt, and olive oil. The Masala was the best and that is coming from someone who hates mushrooms. The sauce was the star of the dish. It was simple and comforting. The service was awful but it wasn't due to the waitress not working. she could had used a bit of front of house assistance. That being said, we were there for 2 hours because the service was that slow. I hope they grow into their identity and elevate their service and food. read more

A lot of vegan restaurants are gimmicky, so I often approach these sorts of places with pessimism. But Mantra was a nice change of pace as the menu, while justifiably pricey due to the quality of ingredients used, was tasty and clearly technique-driven. They undoubtedly use the best meat substitutes, and our meal featured some fun surprises. We did visit fairly early in their development, thus while the interior was what I would call urban minimalist, there was a great deal of construction outside that made for a fairly ugly view. There was only one front-of-house employee, but he did a wonderful job explaining everything and serving us. My thoughts on our meal: Coconut Calamari - A dish that blew my mind and is an absolute must if you dine here. The taste is indistinguishable from the squid counterpart, though of course the texture can't quite compare. I wish the pieces were a little on the larger side. K-Seoul Pizza - gluten-free crust with vegan mozzarella, sauteed mushrooms, and a syrupy sauce that was tangy, fruity, and spicy. A fragrant and fresh tasting delight, though part of me wishes it was less saucy. The Lioness - a Lions mane crab cake sandwich of sorts. If you've never had this particular shroom, it's super meaty in texture and really tasty. The flavors were there, but I found the actually patty too thin and the gluten-free bun a tad too chewy. The thick-cut fries were well seasoned and fluffy. Overall, probably would try something else instead of paying $18 for this dish again. read more

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One of the best vegan restaurants in Houston! Top notch food, service, and atmosphere. We started with an order of the yucca fries - crispy and well seasoned on the outside, and deliciously soft on the inside. These were perfection! Next, we shared an order of plantain nachos. The "cheese" was amazing and creamy, served with a healthy portion of avocado and pico. Super yummy! Lastly, we shared the "crab cake" sandwich and holy cow, it was delicious. The breading was creative, flavorful, and crispy - the "crab" was made from mushrooms - the combination of flavors was delightful. You can certainly tell the chef pays attention to every little detail and brings the perfect balance of flavors to every dish. Alongside the friendly and helpful service, the ambiance of the restaurant gives a nice, chill, laid-back vibe. We can't wait to go back and explore the menu more! read more

Mantra - Yucca Fries - delicious! - Vegan Near Me - Houston, Texas

What a wonderful experience. The food was delicious. We tried the yucca fries and both pastas. The service was great and both people that helped us were very friendly. I'm not even vegan and I will return. read more

Great little hidden gem with delicious food (yukka fries were seasoned well and the Rasta pasta was delightfully spicy) and excellent service. read more

We enjoyed the service and atmosphere of mantra, and when seated felt a little sad there weren't more people there. I think the two items we ordered just needed a liiittle more of something - more lime and seasoning in the coconut ceviche, more heat or some kind of condiment on the pizza, both were alright but not quite up to the quality that the ambiance and vibe of the space leads you to expect. Just a few tweaks could make these both really great plates. I'd like to return to sample some of the other items! read more

Mantra - Coconut Ceviche - Vegan Near Me - Houston, Texas

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We went as a large group: two families meeting part way and neither from the area. It was wonderful to be able to have options for our dairy free and gluten free family. Not only did we have options but the food was very good. We had so many things : pizza, pasta, egg roll, plantain nachos, and yucca fries. We were a little loud (6 kids under 10) but the service was kind and patient -- even when one spilled a full glass of water . They even took a picture of us as a group and made sure my boys were smiling. Overall --- great food, excellent service and overall good experience . We hope to make it back there if we ever are in town again ! read more

I've been to other vegan restaurants that copy regular non-vegan food and it taste like crap and it's overpriced and I leave dissapointed. Not the case with Mantra! We ate multiple items on the menu and it tasted great! The service was A1, very attentive. The drinks were a good kind of different. Best thing we had was the cheesecake. Ten out of ten would recommend. I will be returning! read more

Very delicious food! Amazing staff. I would recommend this place for sure! Can't wait to come back! read more

Mantra - Jackfruit sandwich was amazing. A little spice but delicious - Vegan Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Found out about this place right before I moved out of Houston to Phoenix but it lived in my head rent free. Finally got a chance to check it out over the weekend as we fly back to Htown to hang out. First off the ambient is super chill and inviting, the owners are amazing and very personable and the food is simply amazing and creative. I love how they use whole ingredients and the flavors show. Will be trying the rest of the menu when we return for the holidays!! Even if you're not vegan you definitely should still check it out. FUBU! read more

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Ohhh soosoo divine!! I really need to learn how to make some of these dishes. Their service is also exceptional. Cristian is the sweetest and tentative server. He's great about recommending new things to try. read more

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Everything we had was amazing! Great menu selection! The service was excellent and we can't wait to come back!! Highly recommend especially if you have dietary restrictions! read more

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Mantra was AMAZING. It started off with a wonderful gentleman that was so helpful, super pleasant, and nice. After looking at their 100% vegan and GF menu, I couldn't decide what to get so we got a ton . The coconut calamari is phenomenal and seriously was, by far, the best vegan dish I've ever had! Egg rolls and the yucca fries were good. Plantain nachos were amazing as was the korean bbq tacos and penne! Mantra's ambience was chill and laid back with great music. Its beautiful inside and the service was really beyond excellent. Nice clean eating with a well thought out menu and exceptional customer service. read more

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Tried this place out for the first time and it was absolutely delicious restaurant was very clean and our waiter served our food with gloves on. They have soft music in the background and the decor is very nice. I highly recommend trying this place out. read more

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Fantastic food, drinks, ambiance. I'm glad we got there early because it's hoppin' after 7. I had the rose lemonade with Tito's and the man had a gluten free beer. Started with the Tex rolls and then it was all on my husband to make the choices. I could not choose from the amazing array of dishes. Alex, the server, on his own making drinks, greeting, serving and exemplifying the patience of a saint with demanding, needy patrons never showed any strain, stress or annoyance. Just kind, thoughtful, prompt service. I only got a a picture of the app because we dug into the black lentil burger, lions mane "crab cake" and the masala dishes which were perfect. I get to eat the rest tomorrow which I am so excited about. We brought home the cheesecake because....vegan cheesecake. Thrilled that we got to experience yet another wonderful vegan restaurant that I cannot recommend enough. read more

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This place was awesome! Attentive servers. The food was delicious. I got the Buffalo Jack pizza. The portions are decent size but not too overwhelming. Good fresh ingredients. I also really liked the decor and vibe inside. Great place to check out even if you're not vegan or gluten free. read more

Mantra - Buffalo Jack - Vegan Near Me - Houston, Texas

Seven of us ate there last night and we all ordered different dishes and we all reported that we really liked what we got. I can vouch for the Maitake Chimichurri. The desserts were also quite good. read more

Cannot say enough good things about this place. The food was delicious, the staff helpful, the ambiance relaxing. I went with friends and everyone was impressed. Definitely a new favorite place. Really love that its vegan and gluten free and yummy. read more

Their Mantra should be: do not go there...do not go there... The food was forgettable ...and unfortunately the service was even worse. For some reason our server would not use the iPad to record our order but instead relied on her memory...which resulted in forgotten orders and serious delays in getting drinks and everyone of our orders. We were excited to try a new vegan restaurant...but sadly we will not be returning. read more

Run, don't walk, for the EXCELLENT service and the coconut calamari. Wow! The verde pizza and broccolini salad left a lot to be desired. Wanted to love it, but the pepitas were rancid, the cheez dollops didn't taste like anything, and the pizza sauce which was "herbed tomato" didn't have a tomato in it. They were both robust portions and super stocked with vegetables which is great, but we agreed the flavor just wasn't there. I'll update my review with another visit bc again, the service was soooo great and the appetizer was exquisite - there's gotta be something else on the menu that's as likeable! read more

Such a cool restaurant! The decor and lighting are great for a romantic date spot. Lots of vegan and dairy free options. Everything we've tried has been delicious! We've never needed reservations and can usually get a table immediately. Also offers takeout! read more

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I was so excited to find this place in Houston. The atmosphere was really classy. The server was very friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable about the menu items. We tried the egg rolls, the lioness, maitake dish, and the raw cheesecake. All were delicious. Would highly recommend this place! read more

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This place was wonderful! My husband and I stopped in after a long day at Methodist. We are WFPB so it was so refreshing to find a place that we didn't have to do a bunch of modifications. The owners were so friendly and we enjoyed visiting with them. You can tell they care about their customers. We had the Tex egg rolls and buffalo flat bread and the I think it was called Rasta pasta and it was so delicious! Highly recommend. Looking forward to going back. read more

Had dinner with the fam, interested in a foodie outing and chanced upon Mantra, a vegan and gluten free restaurant. We are vegetarian and sometimes pescatarian, which limits our choices when we go ad a group. Most restaurants have veggie choices but usually it is the same main ingredient and we end up all getting the same thing. Not here. This place has vegan calamari, but also flatbread, 2 types of sandwiches and other choices that were different in taste texture, etc. We loved the calamari and the egg roll filling. Both were freshly made and very tasty. The entrees were equally yummy-lots of flavor. The gluten free bread was so on point I forgot it was gluten free. This a great place to try something new and it's all plants! Thanks for the evening, we will be back soon! read more

One of the best vegan restaurants in Houston. The food is incredible and the staff is so friendly! We love coming here

Mantra is an entire vibe! The decor is super modern and neat. There's a huge beautiful amethyst in a corner and the space is full of plants and good vibes. The food is 100% vegan and delicious Great staff too. read more

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This place is so cute. The person that served us was very helpful and nice. I had their plantain nachos, this food tastes very home made to me, which is a great thing! I love eating places that bring that type of comfort read more

Mantra - Plantain nachos and Rasta pasta - Vegan Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Wanted some really great food and a a nice place to enjoy our anniversary and this didn't disappoint! Loved all the food (ordered quite a few different things) and loved that they had some delicious non-alcoholic drinks on the menu for a nice alternative! Definitely come here for some good eats! read more

The superb customer service was the first thing I noticed about this place. Our waitress was friendly and genuine and gave tons of helpful recommendations for us. The decor and environment was beautiful and clean. It wasn't too busy, there was only one other table occupied besides us on a weekend night which was a bit surprising. We got the margarita pizza and the lioness. The vegan cheese on the pizza was the most flavorful I've ever had in the 5 months I've been vegan but i won't lie and say we weren't disappointed in the serving size. It was the radius of a personal pizza but they only gave half of the whole circle. the crust was quite thin so you might need to order a bit more to be full. The lioness was good but not quite what I expected either. the standouts were the bun and the crispy yucca fries that came with it. Overall I enjoyed my experience and I could tell they put in a lot of thought behind each dish but the taste falls a little short of the price. read more

Mantra - Margarita pizza - Vegan Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I had an absolutely horrible experience. I came in last night because I needed to use the restroom but was told it was only for customers, so I ordered their cheesecake. The bathrooms were flooding with black tar sewage and water spitting out of the floor drain, and there was no sign indicating they were out of order nor was I verbally told that their restroom facilities were closed. I am almost positive that they understood that I was only buying a cheesecake to go in order to use their restroom facilities. They watched me go to the restrooms and didn't say anything until I left the restroom area since I was physically unable to enter due to the flooding. When I went out the bathroom a worker giggled at me and said yeah I wouldn't go in there. I had sewage water all over my shoes and I paid $15 for a sliver of a cheesecake smaller than the width of 2 fingers, that tasted like medicine. Walking by I wanted to go here for a meal but I will never after this experience. I am completely disgusted. read more