Vegetarian diets have never been more popular. In 2022, more than 9.7 million U.S. consumers follow a vegetarian diet – a more than 3,200% increase since 2007, according to data from DoorDash. The delivery service saw more than 1.5 million plant-based meat orders placed in the first half of 2022, an impressive number for the ever-evolving protein.
With the help of DoorDash’s aggregated data, we’ve rounded up the five most popular vegetarian and vegan restaurants in Houston. World Vegetarian Day is on Saturday, Oct. 1, and to celebrate, why not indulge in some of your city’s delicious veggie-full options?
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718 W 18th Street / Website
Branded as a “superfood cafe” Kale Me Crazy uses only organic, fresh ingredients for its loaded menu of acai bowls, poke bowls, specialty toasts, salads, and sandwiches. To drink, enjoy cold-pressed juices, like the Kale Yeah!, made with kale, spinach, cucumber, apple and lemon, or the Charcoal Lemonade, made with activated charcoal, lavender, lemon, agave, and water. In addition, the cafe serves a curated lineup of smoothies and a variety of uber-healthy juice shots. Check out the full menu here.
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Multiple Locations / Website
This veggie-focused store and deli prioritize using local and farm-fresh ingredients and has been for over 30 years. On the menu, find delicious and quality dishes like impossible nachos, portabella mushroom wraps, and an assortment of salads that can be mixed and matched ( choose three for $12!), in addition to an array of smoothies. The store portion includes unique natural items, like Irish sea moss gel, and natural supplements like maca root and black seed oil. Check out the orderable menu here.
5832 Fairdale Lane / Website
Enjoy a bevy of plant-based proteins at Dirty Little Vegan. The vegan BBQ burger features fried onions, vegan cheese, and BBQ sauce on a vegan roll. Other eye-catching menu items include the mushroom flatbread, the jackfruit al pastor tacos, cauliflower tacos, and sweet potato fries. This is a great spot to try if you’re just getting into veganism because many items are vegan imitations of American fare classics. Check out the full menu here.
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10540 Cypress Creek / Website
This tasty spot is all about flavorful, homemade vegan, and authentic Mexican cuisine. From fries and queso to jackfruit fajitas to empanadas and ceviche, you’ll forget the whole menu is, in fact, entirely vegan. While the spot is currently closed temporarily, the numbers don’t lie, Houston vegans love Andaluz and its loaded, mouthwatering menu. Check out the full menu here.
5400 Pointe West Circle, Richmond / Website
Head to this popular vegetarian chain for fresh dishes with a Mediterranean flair. The falafel hummus pita sandwich is a tasty contender, as well as baba ganoush and hummus veggies plates, and the tabbouleh salad. With a tasty menu of easy, healthy classics this spot is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Check out the full menu here.
Hungry for more vegan treats in the city? Check out our picks for the 6 Best Vegan Ice Cream Shops In Houston.
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