If you’re plant-based, or looking for meatless Monday perfection. NOLA’s got you covered!
No matter the reason, all of us should be cutting down on our meat consumption! That transition can be super tricky with all the delicious foods of the South on offer across Louisiana. Luckily, New Orleans’ plant based scene has seen a dramatic change in scenery over recent years, and it’s never been a more perfect time to be vegan in NOLA.
From unbelievable burgers, to tasty health food hotspots. The Big Easy has got it all. We’re going to be breaking down some of our favorite plant-based restaurants in the city.
Here’s 10 of our favorite vegan and vegan-friendly eateries in NOLA:
1. Sweet Soulfood
Where: Treme
If you’re vegan and missing that authentic soul food that NOLA’s famous for, then you’re in luck! Sweet Soulfood is the perfect spot to try out plant-based alternatives to Southern cuisine staples. You have to leave with this place with a tub of vegan ice-cream. The flavors are insane!
2. Max Well New Orleans
Where: Audobon
Awesome vegan comfort food is available at this Magazine Street gem. Three blocks from Audobon Park, have a post-park lunch at this plant-based paradise. We recommend getting the gyoza and make sure you grab a smoothie to-go before you pay the check!
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3. Vegan Wit’ A Twist
Where: Central Business District
We’d have every cheat day at Vegan Wit’ A Twist if possible .Their extensive menu is full of vegan treats like their Stuffed Mushroom “Oysters”, or one of their awesome burgers!
4. Green Goddess
Where: French Quarter
Located in the heart of the French Quarter, Green Goddess offers an eclectic dining experience with vegetarian and vegan options. If you want innovative, vegan alternatives to traditional New Orleans dishes, then this is the place for you! If you’re missing cheese, then we think you should order the Vegan Queso Croquettas.
5. Good Eden NOLA
Where: Midcity
This health-conscious counter nestled in Swan City Yoga is perfect for vegan snacks, smoothies & coffee. We’re obsessed with their tacos, but you’ve got to have something sweet with your latte or cappuccino!
6. Meals From The Heart Cafe
Where: French Quarter
If you’re looking for vegan gumbo, then this place is for you. Wonder the back alley’s of the French Quarter and you’ll find this vegan-friendly gem. If you’re not feeling the gumbo, then you have to try their vegan burgers!
7. Small Mart
Where: Marigny/Bywater
For bagels that challenge NYC, you’ve got to check out Small Mart Cafe, New Orleans! Although the bagels are show-stopping, we think their curry specials are the secret stars of the show!
7. Cafe Carm
[Featured Image: Maxwell New Orleans]