I love the interior of this place and the music is so calming it is so relaxing the entry is so pretty the food was great I love this place the food is so good and the service Is excellent they care alot about you i will be coming back read more

Excellent vegan food that is very filling. The reason I do not give a perfect score is that breakfast is now self-serve and sometimes they are out of things or the tortillas are cold. There can be aggro flakes at times that try to flex as you are simply trying to find peace. These flakes are not very formidable and you can drive them away with a simple insult. read more

I have a theory many people see "vegan" and are automatically deterred from trying it. I'll admit I sometimes fall in that category, but I'm glad I had the open mindedness and a friend's rec to check it out. We came on a beautiful day, so the light was shining through the pergola entrance and the tall trees over the outdoor patio. You'll see there's a dedicated play area complete with two playscapes. The outdoor eating areas are clean and inviting. On a weekday lunch, there are people coming for a casual time together and others looking for quiet solitude. Parents of young kids must appreciate the playground! The restaurant itself is a pay at the entrance cafeteria, but with dim/romantic lighting. You pay one fee of $14 to try everything they're serving that day, including soup. The kabocha soup warmed me up from being outside all morning, and nicely seasoned. The salads and dressings with pickled beets worked well together. My favorite was the rice with mushroom on top. There was a nice spread of different veggies and protein (beans), that made for a great experience. I really appreciate this gem! read more

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If you are into healthy, wellness and holistic vibes this place is for you, meals are made daily and are fresh, organic and vegetarian or vegan , the outdoor space is cool plus they have a playground for kids , I absolutely love it here read more

Casa De Luz - a plate of food on a table - Vegan Near Me - Austin, Texas

Casa De Luz is a real gem. Not even a ruby or sapphire but a diamond. The walk up to the restaurant is very pleasant. There are places to stop sit and mediate and its totally worth it to take a minute to reflect before experiencing the nirvana the food here inspires. The food is so clean, its all organic, macrobiotic, vegan, gluten free, vegetarian and you can taste the quality. I've only known Casa De Luz has existed for a few years and I feel like a huge loss now than I know its been around for over 20 years. Not only is the food here excellent the price cant beat. Come for breakfast or lunch and you nor your pocket book will regret it. read more

Casa De Luz - Vegan Near Me - Austin, Texas

My original review of Casa de Luz still stands. It is an Austin institution. I take all of my out of town visitors here just for the experience. The location is mystical. The food is awful. The soup is incredible. I eat a lot of soup and harmonize my auras While tolerating some of the least appealing vegetables in town. My guests all feel they have had a cosmic experience they would have never gotten at home. And they are much more appreciative of the real food that we have for dinner. * * * So what is there to discuss in a new review? Casa de Luz under COVID-19. You go to Casa de Luz to cure your karmic sickness. You eat healthy organic vegetables. You purify your soul in the garden. For at least one meal, you avoid the industrial sludge of our commercialized Fortune 500 diet. Eat here regularly and your five elements becomes re-balanced. The harmonic ratios become restored. You will live long and live happy, filled with natural energy, strength and vigor. * * * So how come in the middle of a pandemic, NOBODY IS WEARING A *@)#*) - ING MASK? The staff is totally responsible and do their job. They are doing their best to save the world from disease. The customers are another matter entirely. People without masks sit at crowded tables. Children without masks run all over the place. Parents without masks run all over the place after them. Tables are not that far from each other - even allowing for open air. * * * When the pandemic is over, Casa de Luz will continue to be where your karma becomes attuned to the rhythms of the universe. However, hang out there too much without your mask and You will enter the cycle of death and rebirth a little faster than you originally intended. Since the plague is on ... I am personally going on a health kick. I am staying home and having Doordash deliver buckets of Church's Fried Chicken. My odds are better with fried chicken in my house than with COVID-19 in a meditation garden. Although to be fair, I am sure that any coronavirus I might catch would be certified vegetarian. read more

After sooo many recommendations from local vegans I came here with my family to check it out. We got here at 3:30p and sat outside at a dirty picnic table (they all were). Asked for something to clean it off and got a napkin. A high chair was already outside so we took it albeit filthy. I used my own wipes to clean it off. My 20m old had a great time. The play area is amazing and it was well shaded for when it gets hot. It's in a peaceful area tucked away but that's about all I can say that's good. They only serve 1 menu item a day which had "all the nuts" so if you have a nut allergy this is not the place for you. Our food was tepid at best. The inside of our tea mugs were dirty so we didn't touch them. The rim of our soup bowls were messy and our silverware had a residue on it. I tasted a little bit of ea item but I ate about 20% of the plate. It wasn't good. At all. I know it's macro, I've had amazing macro in other cities but this was terrible. Service was nonexistent and the 2 staff members I saw looked like they couldn't be bothered. We came here in the middle of the day, I can't imagine how poor service is when it's busy. We'll likely never come back. read more

Casa De Luz - Vegan Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I ate at this restaurant for the first time, and I'm totally in love! I also ordered a chocolate slice of pie (not pictured). None of it had refined sugar, gluten, or oil!! I could literally eat at this restaurant every single day. It has inspired me to eat way more veggies, salads, and drink green juices going forward. read more

Casa De Luz - Wednesday's daily menu 03/17. - Vegan Near Me - Austin, Texas

Oops!! I loved this place/food just months ago, BUT today "OH NO!!" Something IS missing?!?! Flavor, satiation. The first time I ever ordered dessert and pudding was watery, flavorless. Chocolate cookie tasted like a brown paper bag. I feel SAD at a $30 dollar meal that reminded me of the nursing home. And I'm reducing this to one star because when I commented directly to them on the watery, flavorless pudding they rudely dismissed me. Steer clear as they are about to open another one in Austin!! read more

Pulling into Austin on a long road trip hungry and tired, Casa de Luz was my first Austin experience, and what a first impression it made on me! From the ethereal bamboo canopied entrance that opens up onto the greater compound, you couldn't ask for a more welcome setting. Upon entering the primary building, you feel the positivity and calm that envelopes this seemingly-sacred space. The food is simple in the best way, allowing for the quality of the ingredients to shine and the love put into its preparation evident. Casa continues to be my favorite place in town and the main element that is keeping Austin weird for me! read more

I came to austin on a short business trip. I was worried that I had tried every vegan joint in town and that there was nothing left. Then I discovered Casa De Luz. This place is not only a restaurant but a wholistic center. You pay one price for either breakfast or lunch/ dinner, and you enjoy a preset macrobiotic meal with tea. Dessert is additional. The meal center around vegetables in season and Whole Foods. I was shocked to learn that their sauces are natural seed based and not from preservatives. They do sell bulk beans, books, and other fun gift items for purchase. read more

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Always great to be there, meeting friends or just eating vegan meals with the nice desert menu reachable on demand. Zero waiting, no tipping necessary and you can stay as long as you like. Vegetable Soup read more

5 stars for the clean eating and the concept. I love that they serve unprocessed, clean, whole foods, and always variety of things in one plate. And they taste good. Protein is also included. (Beans, every time I can remember). My body and mind are happy after eating here read more

honestly an amazing expedience to have eaten here. food is excellent, employees are kind, and there is such a beautiful vibe in the place. in my short trip to austin, i ate there once in lunch time and then made sure to also eat dinner there another day. make sure to check online for their daily posted menus! it's definitely worth it...i'm glad i listened to a lot do the good reviews. read more

Casa De Luz - Vegan Near Me - Austin, Texas

Very clean food to eat and light on the stomach. I highly recommend their cookies, too!

Balanced, nutritious, delicious. Love the dark lighting for an intimate vibe. Outdoor seating also very nice. The walk in is like an adventure. Perfect for vegans and omnivores alike as the food is whole veggies, beans, grains etc. and the salad dressing is phenomenal. read more

We visited Casa De Luz on a Saturday afternoon and it was magical. All the staff have face masks and there was plenty of space outside and inside to be socially distant. There is an amazing playground for kids & toddlers. The atmosphere here is so zen and chill. You can probably just come by and order dessert and read a book. I saw a lot of people reading or on their laptops. It's such a beautiful scenery! The staff are friendly and the price of the meal is really great. There's only one menu per day, so make sure you check the website each day. Our meal was gluten-free, vegan and peanut free. I'm not sure if every day the meal is gluten-free but it's really nice to not worry about any allergies. The food is macrobiotic which means it's very simple, zen Buddhist type of food. It's very simple foods, our meal didn't have much or any seasoning but it still tasted good. My husband and I ate everything and felt really good afterwards. The chocolate mouse cake was DELICIOUS (pay extra for dessert items). I can't wait to go back here!! I do wish they clearly labeled if the herbal tea has any caffeine. read more

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A lovely healthy vegan meal on Christmas Day at my favorite restaurant, Casa De Luz. The kitchen is a happy place and the peace and serenity fills the room and pours outside. So many colors and flavors from a tamale with cranberry sauce and avocado to a fresh salad and a delicious lentil veggie soup. There were so many desserts to choose from and the walnut pie and chocolate pie were my favorite. Perfect.... read more

Every meal, every visit, every time at Casa De Luz is medicinal. I invited my sponsor to lunch and felt myself getting romantic about it when describing the grounds and food, from past experiences. The meals are an artistic prescription that is nothing short of amazing. I often wonder how they manage to perfectly pair nutrient rich ingredients to be at their best, so flavorful, so clean. I'm filled with enriched abundance, charged with peace, and walk out genuinely feeling much better. read more

First of all, let me say, I'm not a vegan. I'm a huge fan of healthy food. I'd have to go back here a few times before I'd judge the food by taste. There's no doubt that this food is good for your body. If I could learn to eat this way, I'd be so much healthier than I am now. What I like is how you get freshly prepared food, you can see into the kitchen and you bus your own table so you don't feel compelled to leave 20% of your tab for someone else to do it. Beautiful dining room and outdoor dining with soft music. Also, a place for your kids to play outside. read more

Casa De Luz - Brown rice with crushed pecans, I think. Sautéed vegetables, kale with dressing and salad with dressing. - Vegan Near Me - Austin, Texas

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If you like nutritious food, this is my all time fave. The only offer one meal option. It always all vegan and has a lot of variety. I always leave completely full and feeling great. This has been one of my absolute favorite restaurants for a few years. I am not vegan but absolutely love this place. read more

The only place I know that serves healthy food-organic, no oil. A wonderful establishment with the best vision. Absolutely love this place.

Can we give them a million+ stars? There aren't words to truly explain the consciousness, pure intention, love, & healing behind Casa de Luz (House of Light, if translated to English). Macrobiotic diet.... what does it mean? It means eating clean, eating nutrition & food that give us more life & doesn't compromise our wellbeing making us sick. It's 100% vegan, as organic as it can get & made with lots of love. It's truly healing medicine-food. Community tables, lovely, happy & healthy people sharing a higher purpose to raise human consciousness about us as a whole with the planet & all beings. Come to eat, to visit, to take Yoga classes, attend a workshop, have a Healing Cranialsacral Therapy session, just hang out, feel the love, the energy & have your own experience. Much love, light, blessings, & healing to you. ‍‍‍ read more

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Food is fresh and comes with u/l soup and salad of the day with their featured entree of the day. There is no menu. It has an open kitchen so you see the great chefs at work. Very open zen outdoor space for seating with beautiful scenery of trees. A small park for the kids close by the seating. I'd like to come back and see what other meals are offered for lunch and dinner. read more

Casa De Luz - Meal of the day. Veggie tacos. - Vegan Near Me - Austin, Texas

I really like ambiance of Casa De Luz. It's a place to just sit and relax. About food, no big fan. I am a vegetarian and prefer vegan food but they have very less option and same repetitive menu which makes it boring. I hope they can add more item in the menu. Also there are no instruction about how to get food and pay. I felt little clueless. read more

Casa De Luz - Vegan Near Me - Austin, Texas

Lovely and peaceful place! We were craving something fresh and healthy and found Casa De Luz. Lunch was a $15 set plate of vegan salads, soup, etc. Everything was delicious. read more

Wow. A place that has actual healthy food! There's a very serene atmosphere here. The menu changes daily and there's an entree of the day that comes with drinks and soup. That being said, there isn't a menu that I can choose from, so when I come here I don't know what is going to be served but its always been delicious and healthy, as in not a lot of oils, fats, ect, and off course it's all vegan. read more

Casa De Luz - Vegan Near Me - Austin, Texas

Yikes what a nightmare. No protein or any nutrients in the meals. It feels like you haven't even eaten yet after finishing the bland offerings. Bring a bag of beef jerky if someone makes you eat here. read more

We love Casa de Luz and have been coming for the atmosphere while enjoying a vegan meal outside since my 3 yr old was a baby. Suddenly and without warning tonight, I was charged $3.75 for his 0-3 yr old with an adult purchase meal even though the menu both online/printed showed that 0-3 yr olds eat free (small portion size). I asked the cashier who shrugged and said "I guess they changed it" and didn't even offer me a receipt. My son turns 4 in a few months, so won't be much of a worry for us, but if you have young kids under 3 yrs old and come here often, what is advertised online as a free meal actually is $3.75 - posting so you're not surprised like I was! read more

Casa De Luz - Kids: 0-3 Free This is advertised in tonight's menu in both print/online. - Vegan Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Where do i begin.... how do I describe one of the most magical and beautiful places?? There is no restaurant/community center in Austin that puts so much care into what they put out into the world. Casa De Luz realizes the importance of community, nature, and healing through food. All their food is cooked with love, ACTUALLY. Each meal is throughly planned out with YOU in mind. All there lovely meals are here to help heal your body and allow you to share with those around you. They know the truth, food is our medicine!! And with that in mind they use Ayurvedic, energetic, and macrobiotic principles to give you a meal that feels like love! That makes you feel good! That makes you smile! And food that leaves your body healthier and happier :) At Casa de Luz, food is holy and sacred..... "Before each meal is prepared, the staff forms a circle to bring unity and intention to our cooking" "We endeavor to get our daily nourishment as close to when it grows from the soil... it is both health giving and pH balancing." "In planning our meals, our chefs take into account everything from the weather, season, abundance of the food, variety of colors, yin and yang balancing, and locally sourced" Have you ever found a restaurant that puts so much to ensure the food is the best for your body?! You can eat as you please here and rest assured knowing your food was cooked with the vibration of love and will nourish you in every way. Ive read some reviews saying the food is "bland"... well today most food is heavily adulterated and fried and cooked with tons and tons of sauces, spices, oils, etc. But as previously mentioned, Casa de Luz finds away to ensure their food has the best energy and healing abilities for your body while tasting amazing! Go home and try making yourself a meal that's oil free, gluten free, organic, non gmo, vegan, no refined sugars, no processing, no preservatives, etc. etc. etc. Casa de Luz has encompasses all of these important healing aspects into your food, and it tastes beautiful and wonderful, flavorful sauces which make kale addicting! Delicious and warming soups! abundant veggies cooked with unique healing ingredients like real salt, miso, kombu, umeboshi plum, etc. If you're looking for fried foods, pasta, vegan junk food, oil, breads, or anything not right from Mother Earth... well then they probably will not have something for your taste, But I feel everyone should give Casa de Luz a chance, there is no place like it really. P.s. water is fluoride free!! (No restaurant I've found yet has taken that into account!) Inside you can find: A little library with informative books about health and life. Ingredients they use in their kitchen for sale (teas, spices, sauces) Healing remedies like bath salts, cacao, or soaps Engaging conversations! Desserts, desserts, desserts! (Absolutely amazing with no refined sugars) They even sell their cookbook explaining ways you can support your body with certain ingredients and methods, as well as their best recipes! (Amazing use it all the time) I find myself driving 40 minutes to Casa de Luz multiple times a week. It is my friend and I's favorite spot, tons of huge overarching trees, so many places to sit, playgrounds for kids, multiple gardens, hammocks, different seating places. Everyone I speak to is so kind. I always see people smiling, walk past people playing music, and hear the most interesting conversations. They also host events such as yoga, dancing, and info sessions. You could spend hours here! It is truly an escape from the downtown city of Austin. When I'm there, I don't feel I'm in Austin or a city or any place really, its just a peaceful spot away from everything! Check it out for yourself, bring a book, a sketchbook, or just talk to someone new! I recently moved out of state, but I'm moving back to Texas here soon, and the one place I know Ill be going to as soon as I arrive is Casa de Luz ( have yet to find anything remotely similar anywhere else!) read more

Casa De Luz - Full Breakfast, amaranth, beans, veggies, soup - Vegan Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Oh gosh... I'm being generous only because it's a vegan place... the atmosphere: wonderful, beautiful scenery, family and dog friendly, look at pictures for more info! Service: "what service?" Honestly, the young woman who took our orders looked as though she wished she didn't work there. You have to get all your food, and bring it back... you also have to clear off your plates. At least you save 20% on tip. Food: I SO wanted to enjoy this place but the food was BLEH. My poor boyfriend ended up not even being able to take more than two bites. There was a LONG THICK hair in our salad. Yeah. I mean if you're traveling and don't have a kitchen and are in need for vegan food that doesn't have sugar, oil, or spices... OK sure go here. BUT DO NOT take friends bc you'll end up being a jerk for it. Also, the young woman who took our order also was cutting the deserts in the open dining area with NO gloves, NO hair net, nothing but her, the deserts, and a knife. That's after she had taken cash and card orders... yuck. I do not recommend this place at all. Maybe buy lunch somewhere else and then come eat it at the "health institute." I'm sure they wouldn't mind since they don't even check on you or care that you're there. read more

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As I was eating my meal, I felt so jealous of people who live around this place and can eat something so healthy and soulful everyday if they wish. The menu is set which changes everyday. Everything worked well together, and the nuttiness in the dressings added texture and flavour. The flavours balanced each other nicely. The outdoor sitting under the trees was beautiful. The desserts however was everything one could wish for. Loved the pumpkin pie and chia pudding. read more

Always a great option for home cooked, satisfying meal. Priced right and always hot and tasty. Love coming here at least once a month if not more! read more

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OMG!!!!! I LOVE THIS PLACE! It's a cute little area tucked away behind Chuy's. You have to pay for parking Monday through Friday 8-5pm, I believe those hours are correct. This place offers a lot of little hidden gems. There are hammocks and swings. There is an outdoor area to sit. There is a child care area and they have an outdoor play ground. I've seen them come in to eat lunch here at well, so something must be set up for them to do that. This is the best tasting whole food place in Austin! The overall atmosphere is so calm and relaxing. I could go on and on about how wonderful this place is. read more

Casa De Luz - Vegan Near Me - Austin, Texas

Casa de Luz continues to be one of my favorite restaurants for over 20 years. The ambience is calming and cozy. Everyone greets you with a warm smile... The food is consistently delicious... creative AND healthy! Thank you Casa! read more

This old school Austin eatery will rock your Vegan house! I highly recommend all of their dishes for your eating pleasure. read more

The premiere vegan venue for great tasting, colorful, and nourishing. I bring all my guests, friends, customers and vendors to eat here. Casa De Luz is an Austin treasure. read more

This place is heaven on earth for any veggies lovers, vegans, hippies, or even if you're just remotely, tiny bit of health conscious, coming here at least once to check them out is a must! It was instant love at first sight for me. I fell in love so HARD with Casa De Luz that I ditched my quarter written 300th review on Eddie's V to make Casa De Luz my 300th! I was like a lost puppy coming here not too sure what to expect, except for some good vegan food. Let's walk thru this serene experience together shall we! First of all, don't expect to find fancy/greasy/salty food at Casa De Luz. Their food concept is macrobiotic. I had to google this word to see what the heck it means after seeing so many people mention it. Macrobiotic is not just a diet. It's a way of life, but in this case, they focus on food that are rich in nutrients and have balanced yin/yang properties. You'll see a lot of whole grains, fresh vegetables, low sodium level (for those of you complaining the food taste plain), no refined sugar in drinks or desserts. For once, try to take in the natural freshness that vegetables have to offer, instead of looking for sodium/butter loaded food. They have a big parking lot right across the street. Not an Austinite myself, I wasn't aware that it's free to park on the weekend, and possibly in the evening on the weekdays, but don't take my words for that second part. Walking to the restaurant I was a little confused. Maybe I missed the sign directing patrons to where the restaurant is, kept looking around hoping I wouldn't walk into the wrong place since the restaurant is tucked all the way at the end of the beautiful walk way. So if it's your first time here, just keep walking straight towards the back until you can't go any further and just open the door to the magic land of wonderfulness when you see one. Everything here is self-serve except the entree plate. You pay at the counter for your meal/dessert then pick your own table. Grab the silverware/chopsticks, napkins, and cups on the left side across from the cashier, next to the dessert display. It's all you can eat salad and soup. They usually have 2-3 different teas to choose from. There are always people walking around, keeping an eye out to see when you're done with your soup/salad so they can bring you your entree. If they're too busy or you're too hungry (eat more soup and salad) to wait 5-10mins, just go to the ladies by the salad/soup counter and ask for your entree plate. Their desserts are pretty good. They're beautifully displayed in the glass case. It was hard for me not to get one of everything. Except for the drink bottles, all the desserts are $4/each. You either pay for them at the beginning along with your meal, or just go back to the cashier and pay for them when you want them. I'm not a fan of pecan pie in general, but I inhaled their vegan pecan pie in about a minute. Definitely recommend. For breakfast it's less than $8, lunch and dinner are $12, this includes tax. The cost covers all you can eat soup/salad and 1 plate of entree. If you want another plate, it'd be an extra $8/plate. They do not accept tips here, so please make sure to bus your own table. Casa de Luz is not just a typical restaurant. Come here for the experience or just a quick getaway from the busy, crowded of downtown Austin. I'm definitely looking to come back here next time I'm in Austin! read more

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Casa De Luz is magical! My vegan friend and I were looking for somewhere to eat after Barton Springs and walked over. Right when I walked in, I felt relaxed. It's a beautiful, green location with some hammocks, swings, and benches. You pay $14 (for lunch) and serve yourself a salad, soup, and a tea/water. After you sit down, someone brings you a delicious, substantial entree. I will definitely be back! Tips: there is a parking lot across the street but you have to pay! All of the food is organic, vegan and gluten-free. There is no option to tip because it's almost buffet styled. read more

Casa De Luz - Entrance - Vegan Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I literally loved everything about it! The food, the people, the space. I felt so peaceful and nourished after my lunch here. It was a good price for good food! read more

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