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25 vegan and vegetarian-friendly restaurants for plant-based eating in San Antonio

By San Antonio Current Staff on Fri, Jan 13, 2023 at 2:54 pm

Plant-based spots boasting comfort food, cocktails, donuts and even cheeseburgers have popped up across San Antonio, creating a veg-friendly scene that’s bigger and more diverse than ever before.

For anyone who is already vegan or vegetarian, plans on switching to plant-based eating or just wants to try some new food — we gathered 25 SA restaurants that offer plenty of veg-friendly offerings. Many of them are even 100% plant-based.

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Ladino
200 E. Grayson St. #100, (210) 325-6007, ladinosatx.com
Coming from Austin-based Emmer & Rye Hospitality group, Ladino is a grill house that focuses on a mix of Mediterranean specialties. Each dish is crafted with bold combinations of spices and herbs, and several are vegan-friendly.

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Rise Up
Multiple Locations, (210) 268-8009, riseupsatx.com
Rise Up offers handcrafted açai bowls, pitaya bowls, smoothies and coffee. Their flavorful fruit combinations leave a strong, sweet impression.

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Plantyful Sweets
1520 N. Main Ave., (210) 957-1480, plantyfulsweets.com
This plant-based superfood bakery offers unique, inventive baked goods. All offerings are gluten-free, vegan, soy-free and free of artificial colors or flavors. Nut-free and sugar-free alterations can also be requested.

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Salata
Multiple Locations, salata.com
With four locations in San Antonio, Salata has established itself as a go-to spot for customizable salads. Their plentiful vegetable and fruit options allow for a fully plant-based creation.

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The Cove
606 W. Cypress St., (210) 227-2683, thecove.us
The Cove serves up locally sourced, sustainable and organic eats. With offerings like the vegan super nachos and the naked salad, their menu provides plenty of vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options.