Winner: Sweet Yams
218 N. Cherry St.
(210) 229-9267
Vegans aren’t the only ones who have high praise for this friendly, funky East Side eatery. While the fare is organic and gluten free, there’s also plenty for omnivores to sop up. The vegan red beans and rice draw raves, as do the macaroni and cheese and sweet potato muffins, but the “soul” in the billing here is broadly defined. In addition to healthy twists on Southern staples, you’ll also find offerings such as ginger-cilantro salmon that show owner and chef Gus Bard’s versatility.
2. Urban Soul Market
1316 Pat Booker Road, Suite B, Universal City
(210) 290-8105
3. Binge Kitchen
449 McCarty Road
(210) 442-8126
This article appears in Jul 28 – Aug 10, 2021.