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    Bouldin Creek Cafe

    4.5 (3.1k reviews)
    ModerateVegetarian, Cafes, Vegan
    Open 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Live Current wait: 1 - 10 mins

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Hipster
    Casual
    Dogs allowed

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    Jenn C.

    Food Get the blueberry corn bread. It was so good and we had to get two. Hopefully your dining companions do not drown in butter like mine did. They have plenty of vegan options and the menu is fully vegetarian. The pasta was so good and the burger was great. Cornbread was the highlight of the menu. Service Fast and friendly service. Our server managed a few tables on top of what we think was a large bachelorette party. It is Austin after Ambiance [[HIGHLIGHT]]Got seated on their outdoor covered patio.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I like that they have a buzzer when your table is ready. There will likely be a line, but there are places to sit down and WiFi while you wait

    Tea !
    Anastasia S.

    So I ordered Southwest stirfry and Sriracha on the side and peanuts on the side and they mix it up and they put peanuts and Sriracha so now I have to wait and make it them redo it and then I got a live-in salad. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's very busy and loud in here inside and outside the patio[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] so I just think that they need to read the tickets a little bigger and pay attention because of Allergies I told them.

    Taylor W.

    As always - this place hits. The service alone is really nice and I find myself debating on what to get for way too long. The selection of food and drinks is fair. The taste of the sandwich was divine and the appetizers are good too! Will be coming back.

    Amrin K.

    One of the best vegan/vegetarian restaurants I've been to. [[HIGHLIGHT]]From the vibe, the customer service and food, everything was amazing![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Definitely busy and there was a wait time. They do have seating outside and inside to wait. The server was friendly and very knowledgeable about the food. They were able to answer questions we had and offer suggestions. Also pretty quick service for as busy as they were. The lattes and coffee were just right and not overly sweet. The flavors in the sandwiches and salad were absolutely delicious and so fresh. Loved the cinnamon roll which apparently were the go to as we were able to snag the last 2 for the day. We can pass on the mini donuts, they weren't our favorite. Great spot for a nice meal!

    Fajitas
    Anisya N.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance is very much Austin- it's quirky, eclectic and very fun![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Expect to wait, we had to for about 40 minutes on a Saturday but you can roam local shops. Our server was so sweet and attentive throughout our entire meal and food comes out fast. Favorites were their chipotle pecan pesto- a must try! I enjoyed my fajitas as well, they were grilled and seasoned to perfection. Good spot for some vegan brunch!

    Big Tarzan Salad
    Marianne L.

    If you want highly flavorful vegan/vegetarian dishes, Bouldin Creek is the place to go. They also make a great drink, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. The portions are large and reasonably priced. The servers are well informed and can guide you with ease. They add a 20% surcharge, but are transparent about it from the start. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I like the old school Austin funky vibe of the restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Parking could be better, but that's to be expected for the location.

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    Rachel B.

    This chaotically busy little cafe served up some really good flavors on a Friday evening! There is some open seating at long tables and at the bar along with tables throughout the restaurant. I ordered a bulgogi bowl and a chagaccino. Both were surprisingly full of flavor and very fun to eat/drink. The chagaccino (no caffeine) was not too far off of a latte in flavor. The bulgogi bowl was spicier than I expected but very delicious. If you're in the area an want something fresh, I would highly recommend this place.

    Rianna R.

    This was our only must-stop place to eat during a brief trip through Austin, and it did not disappoint. I had a hard time deciding what to get off the menu since everything looked so good, and everything on the menu can be made vegan. We both loved our food and maybe even more so the ethos and the incredible service. Make it a point when you go to spend sometime walking around the neighborhood and checking out some of the local businesses and architecture.

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    Aruni G.

    We had a nice time gathering with family friends at Bouldin Creek for dinner this past weekend. They don't take reservations so you have to hope you'll get seated in time. We had a large group of 10 people and one of the people put our name on the list when they arrived and were told it would be about 30 min...and hour or so later we were finally seated. The large group before us took extra time to finish and leave the table even after a few gentle nudges from the wait staff. The food was great and our waiter offered us a free guacamole for the long wait time hassle which was nice as we were pretty hungry by the time we sat down! They also offered to take our drink orders while we were waiting so they would be ready when we got seated, which was thoughtful. Overall a good experience and would love it if one day they took reservations as I know every time I've been there for brunch in the past, there has been a long wait.

    Steve C.

    Bouldin Creek Cafe has an extensive menu filled with creative, freshly made, and tasty items. You can choose between vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. We tried the grilled blueberry cornbread, it was hearty and delicious. The potato leek omelet was very good with refried black beans and potato hash. The breakfast scramwich was very good. Also, the massaman jackfruit curry was quite good - it would definitely get it again. The great yumpkin late (it was October) and matcha late was very good. Also try the spicy pesto, made with chipolte and pecans and served with ciabatta wedges, just delicious and not a dish you find in many spots. The Bouldin Creek Cafe is Austin ground central - the look and feel of the cafe, the servers, the food, it's all a great, homey, local vibe. All our servers were super nice and attentive.

    Eileen O.

    Walking away from Boudin Creek Cafe, we were super surprised at how delicious the food was!! We ordered the Egg Potato Leek Omelet, Tofu Neal Taco, and Blueberry Cornbread. Starting off with the coconut water, it was so refreshing, just what we needed on a hot summer day. The main star of the show was the Egg Potato Leek Omelet!! It was cooked to perfection and the salad that came along side with it was dressed perfectly. The orangey vinaigrette paired so well with the salad. We also tried their famous Blueberry Cornbread, but that was less impressive. Note: There is a 20% Fair Wage Surcharge to every bill.

    Zucchini migas, potato and leek omelette, golden oats, blueberry cornbread
    Kara M.

    OVERVIEW: Pretty rad vegetarian/vegan breakfast spot - I understand all the hype! A true Austin vibe spot located off of S 1st street, this place is pretty busy on the weekends and offers up great breakfast, lunch, and dinner plates. We arrived just around 11:30am on a Sunday and fortunately had checked in on Yelp, so we were seated almost immediately. We took first available which was outside, but it wasn't terrible. The drinks are not that great, but the breakfast items hit! I will definitely revisit! QUICK FACTS: - Parking? Small, tight lot in the back but plenty of street parking. - Reservations? No, but you can join the waitlist ahead of time when you're on the way. FOOD/DRINK RATINGS: - Drinks (2/5): Not what they're known for and that's okay. The matcha was not good quality, the fog latte was okay, and the mocha was meh. I would probably stick to drip coffee or juice here. - Potato and leek omelette (5/5): This was the BEST thing we ordered! So good. And the black beans as a side are so tasty!!! Really enjoyed this and will definitely order again. - Zucchini migas (3/5): Not bad but not the best. Needed more salt and seasoning (spice or flavor). Just a basic scramble. - Golden oats (4/5): Pretty tasty! I enjoyed the thickness almost being like an oat bread. Good flavor and good for you! - Blueberry cornbread (3/5): A little drier than I'd like, but not bad. It's the sweetest thing on the menu (like, in lieu of pancakes or something). Comes with butter and syrup.

    It's a chalupa!
    Stephanie K.

    Whether I'm trying vegan, vegetarian, or just having breakfast all day, I love me some Bouldin Creek Cafe. They have my favorite hummus, new found CHALUPA (bet - it's cheap, healthy, AND delicious), and oatmeal cream pie. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Three things to keep me coming back, aside from their local-loving vibes, equitable payment practices, and easy parking for indoor/outdoor seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It's home-base for the SoFi souls.

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    The food was delicious. The scrambled eggs were melt in your mouth. The blueberry corn cake was sinfully delicious. Must try in Austin.

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    How are they re: gluten free options?

    yes their are. it is a small kitchen so there is some risk but as someone who works there I know there has never been an issue that I know of. lots of gluten fee folks dine there.

    Dogs allowed on patio?

    They are allowed :)

    Is the live wait time active? And is seating on a first come first seated basis?

    Yes, the live wait time is accurate. I always get on the waitlist with Yelp and check in when I get there.

    Do you generally need reservations (if they take them)/what's a normal weekend wait for lunch?

    No reservations, just a waitlist you can check into online

    Are there Vegan pancakes?

    Yes they have vegan pancakes...EDIT!!! Terry is right there is NO vegan pancakes here. I confused this place with another breakfast place I went to. Try there vegan cornbread. It was excellent.

    Does anyone know if they are open for Easter?

    Yes

    Do they offer breakfast all day?

    Yes they do and it's delicious!!

    Hours on website say it doesn't open until 5pm Sunday. Is that right?

    Hours are 7a to midnight M-F and 8-midnight sat and Sun.

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    Casa De Luz

    Casa De Luz

    4.5
    (786 reviews)
    1.3 mi
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    I had 3 college friends in town this past week and we ended up eating here at the last minute after…read morea nearby place we had booked didn't meet all the dietary requirements of my friends and we are glad we did. One of my friends is vegetarian and the other is gluten free. I don't eat bell peppers and limit my dairy intake so this place ended up being perfect! So many delicious items and all for just $16! I had the hibiscus tea and it was delicious as well. The person at the register was super helpful and explained everything. They had a menu of the day so everything was made fresh. The menu was hand written! We were able to sit outside under a covered area which was nice when the rain came down a bit. It was a lovely day to sit outside in the evening. I look forward to having another meal here again. As a long time Austinite who maybe ate her a few times 15+ years ago, I'm glad it's still around and serving great, vegan, and healthy food!

    This is one of the most interesting places in Austin i've ever been. I came here to try a new…read morehighly recommended vegan restaurant, I had no idea it was an entire little area filled with shops and services and cafes! I will say the Casa De Luz restaurant itself was a little bit confusing, I didn't know that everyone basically got the same food and that you had to order at the front and then go wait in the line. It was a bit confusing/hard to get assistance from employees with how to order our food. However, once we got our food it was so delicious and I finished my plate. The vibes were absolutely amazing, very peaceful, spatious, beautiful. After we finished our food me and my partner spent about another hour walking around the area and checking out all the little shops. Very very cool and I would totally come back.

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    Velvet Taco

    Velvet Taco

    4.5
    (813 reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$

    Perfect spot for late-night tacos!…read more The best part is that they have great vegetarian options, including both paneer and tofu tacos, and both are absolutely delicious. It's not always easy to find flavorful vegetarian tacos, so this place was a pleasant surprise. I loved it so much that I ended up visiting twice during my two-day trip to Austin. If you're in the city, this place is definitely worth checking out!

    Right next to Punch Bowl Social, good spot for a meal or snack. There is a good amount of seating,…read morebut the tables are pretty close together. Some tables could use a cleaning in between guests, but it was fairly clean. You order your food at the counter and they call you when it is ready. I ordered the grilled steak taco, rotisserie chicken taco and special taco of the week (pork dumpling smash taco). We also ordered the elote and queso to share. The elote was good, but very creamy and a bit heavy. The queso was good but tbh I prefer Torchy's. The grilled steak taco was a bit underwhelming, I wanted it to have more flavor, it just tasted like beef and cheese. The chicken had good flavor and the special weekly taco was enjoyable and interesting, not like any taco I have had before. There is plenty of variety for people including those with dietary restrictions. My friends ordered two tacos each and I was full after 3 tacos so if you are not a big eater stick with two.

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    The Vegan Nom

    The Vegan Nom

    4.4
    (655 reviews)
    2.4 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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    Swift's Attic

    Swift's Attic

    4.0
    (1.2k reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$$
    Locally owned & operated
    Large group friendly

    Overall: 4.4/5 [dine in]…read more We came in on a weekday night and were seated right away. The place is nice and quiet, the service was good, and the food was even better than our last visit. They change their menu often so there is always something new to look forward to. Charred Edamame With Pop Rocks ($9): So fun to eat and quite addictive. The chili oil was spicy to me but not my husband so just be aware of your heat tolerance. The salt pop rocks combo is genius and so good that we wanted to take it home to season our steak. The edamame were also perfectly charred. Highly recommend! Lamb Pops ($28): Came with 3 lamb pops that were perfectly cooked and so delicious. Even better with the yuzu yogurt. 44 Farms Tartare ($24) + Quail Egg ($6): This looked like a bird's nest and had so many textures going on. A great sensory experience and it tasted really good too. I would say a little less of the crispy bits would help since I felt they were close to overpowering the rest of the dish.

    An amazing little spot that's cozy, amazing key that rotates fairly often, and beautiful cocktails…read more The edamame was a perfect starter and they had a limited crab pasta meal that was perfect. The Your Favorite Drink was shimmery and thoroughly enjoyed the pea flower with not a super sweet drink. The only miss was the service. Wasn't really as helpful or even energetic, sort of felt like we were burdening them in a way. Otherwise perfect meal!

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    TenTen

    TenTen

    4.3
    (569 reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$$

    We had a fantastic night and savored every dish that was served. To our lucky surprise we came…read moreduring happy hour, so we ordered many things off of the happy hour menu. Both of the sandos were perfect. The wagyu beef sando had a little bit more flavor but it was slight and both are worth trying. Every roll was enjoyable and I felt like each had a little twist that really made the flavors explosive, like a shaved onion or a crispy puff on the side of the roll. The service was stellar and they were easy to book on OpenTable I also tried the green tea mocktail and found it to be light and refreshing and I was happy that it wasn't super sweet My two favorite items were: 1. The Edamame - which were charred in a way that I feel like I've never experienced it before and had such great flavor. 2. The scallop roll had a thinly sliced shaved truffle on top that made the roll simple yet out of this world. Shout out to the manager who came by just to check in. I always think that is such a sweet gesture.

    Tenten has one of my favorite sushi happy hours in Austin, and I keep coming back for a few…read morespecific menu items. My favorite maki rolls are the scallop chirashi and the A5, but the scallop maki is the one I crave most--it's so good. Their lychee martini is also delicious and not overly sweet. The Kyoto Blush, on the other hand, was far too sweet for me, so I wouldn't order that one again. I've tried a few other dishes as well. The wagyu sando wasn't quite what I expected, since the meat had more of a patty-like texture that I didn't think paired especially well with the milk bread. The wagyu donburi had a nice layer of crispy rice at the bottom after mixing, but there were too many sour and pickled components, which threw off the balance of the dish a little. Overall, Tenten is a solid spot, especially once you know which menu items you like. Service can be a bit hit or miss, but nothing bad enough to keep me from coming back.

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    Fabrik - Austin

    Fabrik - Austin

    4.9
    (68 reviews)
    3.5 mi
    $$$$

    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!

    I can't stop raving to everyone who will listen about how much I loved Fabrik. From the sensational…read morefood to the warm service and intimate atmosphere, they offer an out of this world dining experience. I was skeptical about vegan fine dining as a concept but my tune quickly changed as I went through the experience and found each course to be better than the last. The food was fresh, unique, so flavorful and very filling. Presentation of each course was stunning as well. Completely worth the $75 pre fixe price. The restaurant is very small with maybe 10 tables per seating and only two seatings per evening. Plan ahead to visit this gem as they book out months in advance. I've already booked my next reservation for April :)

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