Bistro Vonish

Vegan restaurant · North Loop

Bistro Vonish

Vegan restaurant · North Loop

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701 E 53rd St, Austin, TX 78751

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Elevated vegan fare, fire pit, picnic tables, local ingredients  

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Best Vegan Restaurants in Austin | Eater Austin

"For vegan finer dining fare from a food truck, head to this North Loop’ food truck, with mac and cheese, sandwiches, and pastas. Takeout and delivery orders can be placed online; there are outdoor dine-in areas." - Nadia Chaudhury

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Best Restaurants and Bars in North Loop, Austin | Eater Austin

"Fancy vegan food truck Bistro Vonish has everything from mac and cheese to a barbecue sandwich to a truly excellent chocolate pie. There are also kolaches and cinnamon rolls for weekend brunch. The truck requires online ordering for takeout or patio dining services." - Erin Russell

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Vegan Restaurants Rely on Their Community to Survive the Pandemic - Eater Austin

"Bistro Vonish, an elevated vegan food trailer, struggled with steady but low sales. Owner Craig Vanis switched to a twice-weekly preorder system to minimize risks and continue operations." - Alisha McDarris

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alexis followill

Google
Wow, so good! Such good quality! Home made deliciousness! I got the beet sandwich and was blown away with every bite of it. This was a great portion size, and a fair price. I can’t wait to try their bbq seitan sandwich. This is a hidden gem.

Ray A

Google
Amazing local vegan spot in Austin with amazing food!! Definitely need to go back and try the rest of the menu. Below are the items I ordered! •Spicy Brussels Mac & cheese •BBQ seitan sandwich - @theveganvegega

Ace Jones-Taylor

Google
First time guest - they were really friendly and helped me decide between two menu items. I tried the seitan kolache and it was delicious! Great smoky flavor in the filling, plus a zingy sauce to dip it in. Genius! Service was also really fast.

S Wallace

Google
Craig is an icon and the food is PHENOMENAL. Would highly recommend the mac & cheese, which is the best I've had since going vegan (and probably ever, honestly). Long live Bistro Vonish.

Emily C

Google
Bistro Vonish offers "elevated vegan cuisine" and that is no exaggeration. The food here is divine. The truck sits among two other vegan friendly food trucks and has multiple picnic tables and even a fire pit. Bistro Vonish serves hot apple cider, which is perfect for enjoying by the fire. The menu changes often, but the options offered are always creative, unique, and beautifully plated. Gluten free options are noted on the menu for those with die restrictions. Definitely stop by for the Mac n Cheese happy hour on Thursdays from 4-8. Maybe even grab a cinnamon roll to take home while you're there!

Raj Patel

Google
This is the go-to place for soy-free kolaches and pasta! Not only is the owner patience and always striving for customer satisfaction, but you can really taste the amount of care he puts in his products. The majority of ingredients/items found on the menu are all prepared in their truck - not easy to do! The spinach mushroom kolache was a delight to eat by itself, but the tangy and spicy sauces did complement its taste (it did numb the natural taste of the kolache however). Also, the Thursday Night Potato Gnocchi is worth a trip over here on a Thursday night! Each bit introduced a new flavor, and they nailed it with the fresh taste. This place and it’s owner are going places! Keep it up!

Topher Masuimi

Google
the best damn food truck in austin. i haven't been a vegan outside of Austin or I would be able to claim all of texas! You won't find this animal or any other animals inside the food truck, but you might find a couple outside. it's a two person spectacular. (from what I can see. I wouldn't be surprised to find out theres more help behind the scenes.) the food is an experience. the compassion is just a bonus benefit! I have been impressed with every selection.

Ashleigh Marie

Google
The BEST food. Fresh, delish and vegan. What more could anyone ask for. The seitan was incredible and the Mac cheese to die for 🤤🤤🤤
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Pree R.

Yelp
I love that Bistro Vonish has unique vegan offerings that taste absolutely delicious! I came out on a Friday night with my sister to try out some of their offerings. We ordered online and then walked over since they are a small food truck parked in a tiny lot in North Loop. What called me was the spicy vegan mac and cheese with brussels sprouts: it came in a small box but was extremely filling! My sister had the sweet potato arepas, but I helped her out with one. The arepas were on the grainy side, but the cream and jam on top made it an overall good combination. For dessert, I had to finish it off with a cinnamon roll! While I like cinnamon rolls to be fully covered with icing, I was pleased with the consistency of this roll and the dough as well. For all those who put down vegan food and desserts, you need to try this roll yourself and then promptly shut up! Definitely make it out to BV as soon as you can! Even if you aren't vegan or vegetarian, the menu is out of this world!
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Iris T.

Yelp
I was there for Zucchini Kill as they share a common area, but I had to stop at Bistro Vonish just to see if I could have anything there. There are covered tables to eat at which is pretty cool. You can see a heater and what could have been a fire pit for when the weather was more cooperative. There was also a black, steel coffin that I was particularly interested in, but I'm not sure what the purpose of it was. It was empty though. Back to the establishment. It's essentially what looks like a cute little food stand and they sell vegan food of the brunch and lunch variety. The 3 places at the corner were painted black (this vegan eatery, a vegan AND gluten free bakery, and a witchcraft type store) giving off a special vibe. We're allium free vegetarians and most plant based eateries tend to use alliums but it was a wet and dreary day so there was no line, though someone had ordered ahead and picked up. What's the harm in asking? I don't have names but the guy was super nice. I was right; most all their food contains alliums, aside from desserts, but he mentioned the Roast Beet sandwich. The tomato aioli had to be taken out and it was substituted by vegan cream cheese for the wet component, but it could be done! Collard greens were another possibility (just remove the shallots), but I opted for just the sandwich. I admittedly didn't know what a panelle was but it's apparently a savory chickpea-based "cake" that's pan fried and it really takes the sandwich to the next level. I didn't get to eat the 'wich until we made it back to the hotel about 30 minutes later, but the beets were great though the larger slices had a slight bite (not raw, but not as tender as the thinner slices). There are what looked like zucchini slices at the bottom that were dyed a bright red from the beets. The ciabatta was wonderfully chewy. I actually liked it quite a bit and shared with my husband. Wish I got a second sandwich, actually. Haha.. what really made it stand out is my husband - who told me award winning pastries in Paris I dragged him to try were just "fine" or "okay" - really liked the sandwich. He especially loved that panelle. He pointed it out and his tone bordered on what could be considered as enthusiastic. If I could have more food here, this place would get 5 stars. As it is, it is a solid choice for our random trips to Austin and I'll be sure to tell my vegan sister about the beet sandwich. Thank you for the wonderful surprise and delicious meal! Parking could be an issue. There is some parking on 2 sides that I can see filling up. Might be nearby street parking as well, but I'm not too familiar with the area to say for sure. In inclement weather, the parking works great, though.
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Nikki V.

Yelp
I had very high expectations I guess, from a top rated vegan food truck in Austin. The service was courteous but the place and the food truck is as much a vegan cliche as it can be - heavy metal vibes, Close to a tarot reading place, etc. the food was ok, I had the bbq seitan sandwich and mac n cheese with smoked mushrooms - the sandwich was a bit too sweet for my liking. The mac and cheese was good! They do have seating outside, and you might find someone smoking herbs there too *not surprised *
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Anna R.

Yelp
Truly excellent vegan food! The Thursday night gnocchi was hands down the best gnocchi I've had in a long time- super pillowy clouds of delicious sweet potato with smoky grilled mushrooms. Heaven! The kolache was amazing too- stuffed with mushroom and chickpea scramble. Mac and cheese was good but we were expecting to be wowed by it given the hype- maybe the gnocchi just upstaged it. Chocolate pie was tasty too though a bit sweet. We'll be returning to try more. The seating was shaded and nice but there were fire ants crawling on the table and up my legs and I had a few bites by the time we were done. Not their fault though
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Andrew L.

Yelp
Came here for brunch on a Sunday a little before noon. We had no wait, but it was a lightly rainy and cool day, so I'd imagine this was quieter than their typical Sunday I tried a couple of their kolaches and my partner had the monte cristo, we both thought our meals were great! I particularly enjoyed the smoked mushroom and spicy seitan kolaches. They were all tasty, but the ones that had a more solid filling as opposed to a mushy one stood out as especially good I'd never had mustard with kolaches, but the ground mustard went really nicely with all of them, especially the more bready bites I tried a few bites of the monte cristo and thought it had a great combo of sweet and savory with the strawberry jam and bites really shining through. It is a real hefty sandwich so make sure to come hungry Overall I'd highly recommend giving this spot a try if you're looking for one of the better vegan options in town!
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Lili S.

Yelp
Bistro Vonish is located in a mini food truck park. There is outdoor seating under a canopy. Placing the online order was a quick and easy process, though you can also place an order at the truck. It was ready in a timely manner. Despite the rain pouring down, Craig, the classical trained chef and owner, walked out and handed me the bag. It is very hard to believe this food is vegan, and that's a good thing! The sweet potato arepas are tiny but mighty, with a dense yet soft consistency and a hint of tang from the vegan cheese and sweet sauce. The cinnamon rolls are spectacular and are honestly the best I've ever tasted. The vegan mac and cheese is creamy and smooth, the seasoning on top adds to the savory flavor. I will never stop raving about Bistro Vonish and recommend this to every human. My family and I stop here every time we visit Austin and will continue to do so!
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Tatiana S.

Yelp
I always stop by Bistro Vonish anytime I'm in Austin. Top tier food and top tier customer service. The vibes and energy are always good! I always get the spicy Mac n cheeze and sweet potato arepas!!
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Shradha A.

Yelp
OMG - how was I sleeping on this place all these years! The most incredibly flavorful and delicious meal. Gluten-free friendly. That spicy Brussels Mac n cheese, and mushrooms, and oh the sweet potato canapés - my mouth is salivating just thinking back to it! And don't miss the chocolate pie!!
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Hannah K.

Yelp
There's so much I could say about Bistro Vonish, it's hard to know where to start, or stop, for that matter. It was hard moving to Austin in the middle of a pandemic NOT because of shortages, or social distancing, but because the trailer was only semi-operational, with pre-orders only and super short hours. Now that service is resuming as before, it finally feels like life is returning to "normal." So here's the real scoop: Everything here is amazing. You cannot order wrong. The menu changes with the seasons, but perennial staples like the mac and cheese, kolaches, and BBQ seitan have won their keep for good reason. Brunch in particular is a special time; usually it's tofu scramble or bust, but the mega Monte Cristo sandwich with super tender meatless ham and two slabs of buttery french toast is really hard to beat. Also, I have Chef Craig to thank for my first solo Thanksgiving in the Lone Star State. I got to Zoom with my family while digging into the most amazing roast and Brussels sprouts around. It was a weird time, but also, not the worst. Thanks, Bistro Vonish.
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Joanna M.

Yelp
The best vegetarian food we've had in austin. Unique flavor pairings, beautiful presentation, and it's all vegan. Get the sweet potato arepas!! You will not be disappointed. And, it's next to the north Bananarchy location! My two favorite things together in one space. Though the desserts at bistro vonish look pretty amazing too. Next time. Note: this review was written in 2016, never got posted. Unsure if location has changed!

Will A.

Yelp
Bistro Vonish is hands-down my favorite restaurant - vegan or not - in the world. I've been going here regularly since they opened 10 years ago, and what makes Bistro V special is the ridiculous amount of love and flavor Chef Craig puts into all of his dishes. Everything is made from scratch, all of the ingredients are fresh, and you can tell how much thought and effort is put into every entree, side, or dessert. From a decade of eating here, I can tell you with confidence that the food is consistently amazing every time. It's so good I always end up getting an entree and multiple sides, or splitting multiple entrees with my wife. 10/10, best on the planet.
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Diana H.

Yelp
I heard such good things about Bistro Vonish, and while It wasn't bad, just wasn't my kind of vegan. I'm in it for the health, and prefer more veggies, beans and whole grains. This was more like vegan comfort food, and it was a bit too salty. I did love the potato leek soup -- delish. The grilled carrots were also very good, and a generous portion, well priced. I would go back for those. So for those veggie sides--4-5 stars. Mushrooms were good and meaty, but might be better with a little more spice. The sautéed kale was soggy, too rich and way too much salt. Maybe that was an anomaly. In general, the main dishes were starch heavy -- sandwiches and pasta, not whole grain or bean based. None of the entrees looked appealing, though clearly I'm in the minority. Looks like others love the Mac and cheese, so take what I say only if you are WFPB. I did enjoy what I had, except the kale, so choose wisely.
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Marcus G.

Yelp
Best hidden joint in Austin. Craig is a bad mofo with a menu. The Mac and cheese is divine, and the savory kolaches are amazing, and the bbq sammich really whips the llama's ass.
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Parker B.

Yelp
Don't gravitate towards vegan at all, but this place was pretty great! The brussels sprout mac and cheese was top tier Loved the casual outdoor vibe too

Ted W.

Yelp
If I have a complaint, it is the issue of parking. That said, I had a great experience. The young man working was really helpful & kind. As this was my first time, I asked him to just take care of me, and he did. I had the salad and BBQ Sandwich. Loved it. The bread was awesome, sauce not overwhelming and the vegetables et al were tasty. I also got a Chocolate desert to die for. The whole meal was great and actually made two meals for me. I really liked the ambience and the staff. He was just a very nice person which is always a plus.
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Tina M.

Yelp
Bistro Vonish is hands down the best vegan restaurant in Austin. Don't believe me? I dare you to try it and say otherwise! Operating from a food truck on North Loop Street near Airport Blvd, culinary genius Craig Vanis uses local fresh product and ingredients to cook original dishes, reinventing cheese cake, pizza, sandwiches and more. The truck may be small, yet it does not stop chef Vanis from creating restaurant-grade concoctions in there, day in, day out. On top of being delicious and providing top notch service, Bistro Vonish features a small rotating menu of new dishes every week alongside their solid regular menu. My husband and I really enjoy the experience of discovering new plates every time we visit. Since Bistro Vonish operates from a food truck, they offer outdoor seating. There are no bathrooms, but the food is so good I don't mind holding it in until I'm back home. Yes, it's that good. To be perfectly honest, it took a while for my husband and I to muster the courage to visit the Bistro. We didn't know what to expect from the food truck. But after trying it only once, we were hooked, and we keep coming back for more. 5 stars, no less.
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Jordan N.

Yelp
This vegan food truck park (yes, it surprising exists!) has several treasure troves on this spot. The linchpin of the park though has been for a long time Bistro Vonish. And trying this place out - I can see why. I'm not vegan, but the vegan options here are absolutely tasty. And of all the vegan places I've tried in town in Austin, this one is by far my favorite. I highly recommend their gnocchi (and I'm not even a gnocchi type of guy), and their sandwiches. Hopefully they'll eventually branch out to more locations or even have a brick-and-mortar - we're definitely needing more restaurants, especially vegan, of this caliber.
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Andrew S.

Yelp
Always grateful to find a good vegan cheesecake while I'm out on business travel. Polite service and delicious desserts.
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Litsa L.

Yelp
Our customers are OBSESSED with Bistro Vonish! We resell his kolaches, sandwiches, and tacos, and have multiple folks come in and order their favorites every day. Craig as a fantastic partner; he is responsive to feedback, delivers on time, and his food is consistently high quality. My personal favorite Bistro Vonish item are the mushroom spinach kolaches. We put them in the panini press for a couple minutes and let them get all nice and toasty. I spread the dijon aioli on top... so tasty!
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Sam P.

Yelp
The brussels mac & cheese is one of the best vegan dishes in Austin, bar-none. Excellent vibes in the all-veggie food truck park, too. Eating here makes me feel good about Austin, still.
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Jenny L.

Yelp
I usually trust yelp as far as recommended places, since i've been active for like 8-9 years. I trust my palate, because i've been vegan for over 20 years. as excited as we were for finally trying Bistro Vonish, I haven't been this let down in awhile. sunday brunch : tofu scramble with home fries, spicy tempeh kolache & red white and blue kolache. tofu scramble was not a scramble. it was tasteless tofu chunks, heavily covered in a spice blend. the home fries were nicely seasoned with salt and pepper. spicy tempeh kolache was a tasteless & dry dough, stuffed with a nice tasting tempeh & greens blend - but no spice whatsoever. the red, white and blue kolache was (again) a tasteless & dry dough, with some jam and cream cheese. if the dough wasn't so tough to eat, both kolaches would have been better. it was almost as if the dough was stale. the whole meal was just so dry. why is it called a scramble? where are the vegetables? "elevated vegan cuisine" the only thing elevated about Bistro Vonish is the attitude.
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Elissa D.

Yelp
ALL I CAN SAY..........is I LOOOVE BISTRO VONISH !!!!! I have NEVER HAD anything there I didn't like E V E R !!!!! Craig (the owner) & everyone there r soooo incredibly N I C E !!!!!! ALSO......**Counter Culture** ALSO has AWESOME food !!!!!!!!!
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Oso C.

Yelp
Craig is a nothing short of a genius in the kitchen and a wonderful host. While I sat outside by the chimenea I could not help but be charmed by the aesthetic of what once may have been a food truck now transformed in to what felt like a lovely home. Moving on to the food, I got to try some of the best Arepas I have ever had(Sweet Potato Arepas w/ Habanero Jam) these were superb. Every bite was sweet, spicy and savory. I am still day dreaming of these. Next, I ordered the Special: Southern Fried Oysters(not really oysters everything is Vegan ) these were packed with flavor and spices and left me impressed. You can tell that Craig put so much thought into the batter and this was not your average fried food. Third, I got to try some Gnocchi, which I had never had before, it is something like a dumpling with a tasty gravy (I highly recommend this). Finally, I tried some Mac n Cheese. Although this was not exceptional, I do think this is among some of the best vegan Mac out there. All in all, this restaurant is an A++ I will definitely be coming back again and again.

Sara F.

Yelp
Thank you for the amazing brunch, Chef Craig! We loved the pumpkin French toast, greens, home fries, tofu, kolaches, and cinnamon rolls. Thanks for helping us start the morning off right!
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Deborah M.

Yelp
Have not been here in 4 years and missed this place so much. The barbecue sandwich is to die for! Highly recommend - chef is amazing! Try to pickles too - they are yum! This place also rocks since it's next to Zucchini Kill ( best cupcakes ever) and other vegan food trucks in Possum Park on 51st street.

Dani P.

Yelp
i could eat the sauteed greens every day for the rest of my life !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! one of the best vegan spots in austin
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dan g.

Yelp
I have enjoyed all the things I have eaten here. Their tofu scramble is full of flavor (can be a little greasy but I don't mind). Their french toasts are tasty but sometimes I like a basic french toast and the flavor profiles here can veer toward zanier than I like. Their seitan hoagie is legit. A very delicious sandwich for sure served on Wheatsville baguettes (so I am a LITTLE biased). Their cinnamon rolls are tasty, too. Nice flavor and the right amount of sweet. When it's cooler they have a fire pit which adds a nice touch. In general, Bistro Vonish hits some of the same notes that Bouldin hits for breakfast and Wheatsville hits for sandwiches and doesn't do it better so I don't go as often. It is tasty though and worth a visit!
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Jannifer K.

Yelp
I came here a couple nights ago and I loooove the atmosphere (cute little outdoor nook of Hyde Park with a couple other food trucks and some jazz music). The woman who took our order was also really warm and made you feel welcome. I ordered the barbecue seitan sandwich and upon trying the first bites of the I was wowed by the flavors but the texture was a little off for me. It was a bit to hard and chewy for my liking but I tend to be most picky about textures when it comes to food so others may fully love and enjoy the dish. Overall, I'm glad they're trying to be innovative with vegan food and loved everything else about the experience so I'd definitely come back to try something different on the menu.

James S.

Yelp
Wow...superior. I ordered four items and they were all available on time, and well executed. To be fair, I drove 20 minutes and had to micro a couple of them to the proper temperature, so that definitely affected the taste of one or more items. I ate everything with a 2016 Bordeaux that was inexpensive but a decent complement to the food. I ordered the: 1) BBQ Sandwich a la carte - really well done but probably suffered from the time delay before I ate it. The baguette was (still) fantastic. This isn't really my favorite type of sandwich, partially because I'm meh about seitan, but I'd still give it 3.5/4 stars. 2) Potato & Black Bean Taco - 5 stars, fantastic. I'd go back just for this. Such a great combination of flavors. Fresh tortillas are amazing and this was no exception. 3) Spicy Mac&Cheese - 5 stars, also fantastic. I loooove spicy food and this was a nice riff on a classic. I mentioned to the chef that I would have ordered this with the brussels sprouts if it was available. 4) Mousseline Chocolate Pie (slice) - 5 stars, so good I was almost sad. I mean, it has to end, right? No, I shouldn't have gotten a whole pie, jeepers. :) All in all, fantastic food and deserves some serious investors to uplevel it to a location that matches the food's sophistication. I'll be back, absolutely.
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Benjamin K.

Yelp
excellent vegan food If you are vegan or vegan-curious, but have yet to find a restaurant that is legitimately as tasty as a meal with meat in it, look no further. Bistro Vonish is SUPER GOOD. I have had good experiences with all the sandos, and my wife has always got the pasta that has been awesome. i remember eating the barbecue seitan sandwich and thinking it was better than most barbecue sandwiches i've had. (not all, but most--bbq flavor, nice and moist and great texture) but yeah if you have vegan friends from out of town you want to impress, look no further.
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Laura O.

Yelp
Bistro Vonish is one of my favorite food trucks. Hands down the best vegan mac n cheese. They also have amazing bruschetta and their weekend French toast during brunch is always excellent.
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Valerie I.

Yelp
10/10 recommend Bistro Vonish. Best food I have had in a longggg time. I highly recommend the French toast and seitan.
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Vicky N.

Yelp
I really wanted to like this place. I had high hopes, and I'm actually really bummed out that my expectations weren't met. My friend asked me to go to this food truck with her that serves a really good vegan mac n cheese. I've been on this mac n cheese kick for a few weeks since it's the best comfort food and life hasn't been great lately (lol). We get there and we're told there's a discount for the weather! (Because it's so damn hot already.) It was a 30% discount so I decided to get the watermelon agua fresca too. ...........The most interesting agua fresca I've ever tasted...It was unlike any other I'd had before. It was carbonated, but not like topo chico carbonated. It was a flavored carbonation, like a slightly bitter taste, similar to perrier or san pellegrino (both of which I hate). I was told the agua fresca would be as sweet as a watermelon would be, but it wasn't sweet. I'm not sure if a bad watermelon was used, but this was not a traditional-tasting agua fresca. Not sweet, not refreshing, and not smooth in flavor. I give it 4/10. Then the mac n cheese. It smelled really good. REALLY good. We went back to my friend's place to eat and after the first few bites....it was not good. It took me longer than my friend to admit it wasn't that good. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't good. I thought it was a little too salty and I loved the texture of the crispy/crusty parts that were obviously stuck to the pan, but to my friend, she tasted flour while I tasted rice. Reminded me a lot of burnt rice, actually. Also, we'd asked for waters, but never got them. Two guys who ordered after us were given them when they paid. We went back to the counter to order them, and were told they'd be brought to us. We were confused because the guys had gotten theirs immediately....but in the end, we got our food and agua fresca, but no water. I'm fairly certain it was only one person running the truck, so I want to lend some sympathy, but yeah......idk I'm probably not gonna come back again.
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Film G.

Yelp
This was mecca. This was amazing. I am not a vegan, but rather an unwilling lactose intolerant soul. So I love stress-free eating when the "vegan" sign is on. And this place is on. Heart o Palm Po'Boy. Black Garlic Bruschetta, Sweet Potato Arepas. And kolaches! I haven't had a kolache in 20 years (they all have milk). Everything was really good, spiced just right, layered flavors. I was ordering things with intriguing names, and each dish was freakin' delicious. And, the lady inside was really nice! Yeah. Go and eat.
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Samuel C.

Yelp
A fine vegan food truck. The cook is an excellent cook - and a nice guy as well. The vegan I was eating with was ecstatic and would rate this place twenty eight stars. * My dishes were all fine - but my take on what makes vegan food wonderful is slightly different than that of management. Bistro Vonish's take on vegan food is to make it substantial so you don't feel hungry and deprived. So their menu is heavy on starches. Lots and lots and lots of starches. Pizza, sandwiches, bruschettas, mac and cheese. Vegetables are garnishes or show up on one or two occasional dishes. * You walk away full. Execution is uniformly excellent. (Special shoutouts for the black garlic bruschetta and for the barbecue seitan sandwich An extra tip of the hat to their hush puppies. Your mother never made them so good). The cook loves what he does and turns out a nifty dish. Another plus - beets are honored and respected at this establishment. Any friend of beets is a friend of mine. * But what I love about great vegan restaurants is amazing vegetables which is not what Bistro Vonish does. I have been in legendary vegan restaurants where the vegetables are intoxicating magic. There are soups to die for - greens with multiple tastes going on at once - complex layered vegetable dishes with amazing combinations of flavors. * Bistro Vonish is simple happy starches. Enjoy your mac and cheese and have a nice day. Bistro Vonish is light years ahead of any loaded baked potato restaurant you know. But potatoes just can't complete with the flavor possibilities of vegetables. * One note on ambience. This place is much much nicer in winter than in summer. For whatever reason, their spot on North Loop is the epicenter of a skyscraper sized community of mosquitoes. Bistro Vonish offers de-bugger and has anti-mosquito equipment - but the clouds of bugsies distract from the food. In contrast - in winter there ain't no mosquitoes and the stock of this place goes way up. There are lots of heaters - and they have a very classy campfire. Sit around a burning fire - and eat a seitan sandwich. Good eating. Good times. * So write a goodbye letter to kale. Curl up around the fire. And warm your soul with mac n cheese. Sometimes happiness is a warm hush puppy.

Skinny L.

Yelp
neither vegan nor vegetarian and in fact gravitate toward carnivore/low-carb/seed oil minimalism but my mom's vegetarian so i took her here to try. everything we ordered was tasty! arepas, spicy mac n cheese, baguette sandwich, and the grilled mushrooms were all delicious. curious what is used to imitate fake cheese. bill was about $38 after taxes and tip.
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Nicole W.

Yelp
Craig, owner, makes some pretty fantastic uncommon vegan dishes at Bistro, all of which make my tastebuds sing. I love love love his BBQ sandwich and his Hearts of Palm Po Boy sandwich......all ingredients so fresh, scrumptious and nutritious. His passion for creating unique delicious vegan food is a pleasure to experience. Make sure you get one of his thirst-quenching agua fresca's, and round out your meal with a slice of divine Mousseline Chocolate Pie!
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Katie M.

Yelp
This food truck is our go to vegan truck (well basically tied with the vegan nom let's get real) and I absolutelyyyyy have loved everything we have gotten here. Their menu changes as well so it's great to be able to try different innovative vegan food from the same great chefs! We came on a Sunday at noon and got the sweet potatoe arepas with jalapeño jam. I don't even like sweet potatoes that much but my boyfriend convinced me he would eat it if I didn't like it - so we gave it a try. These were awesome and the jam was sooo heavenly!! Next we got the mac and cheese which seems to be a crowd favorite in the yelp reviews. I will say I was a little disappointed but that's more because I love cheese and not a fan of fake cheeses. The pasta was cooked super well and was crisped. It also had a great addition of paprika to give it a smokey flavor.
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Courtney G.

Yelp
Their weekly French toast with changing flavors each week is a must! Make sure to get their tofu scramble on the side, as it truly is a unique experience with the way they fry up the tofu! This past weekend they had a strawberry rhubarb French toast and it was a seriously delicious flavor combo, especially with the agave they put on the side to drizzle on top. I also asked to try their homemade bbq sauce to dip my tofu in and I highly suggest getting some on the side if you're a bbq sauce fan! All around great experience with the friendliness and cool demeanor of the owner as well! I look forward to my next visit! I hope to try their dinner options next time!
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Jenn C.

Yelp
I confess - the first time I went to this food park, it was to get tacos and I checked out Bistro Vonish's menu and was wishing I had not ordered tacos already! I have been back several times, and my friend who is a local sheriff is now a convert and even brings her trainees there. First off - that bbq sammich - ooh yeah! The kolaches - I could just eat 2 or 3 or 5 of those for my breakfast and lunch (that would be a 10 mile run day!). Everything I have tried there is so good and I am planning to make it there for dinner at least once or twice before I return home on Saturday this trip. Plus - the chef is such a nice guy - he's polite, passionate, has a great smile and I always enjoy chatting with him, albeit brief. Great food - go eat at Bistro Vonish, it's real food and really good!

Christina C.

Yelp
Amazing restaurant, been going here for years and years. My heart is just really broken that they took away the black garlic bruschetta.... it was my absolute favorite thing to eat in austin for so so so long....I don't know why they took it away....I've tried recreating it at home and have no idea what I'm doing.....will y'all be bringing it back anytime soon? -Sincerely a pregnant woman craving her favorite thing
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trish t.

Yelp
This place is totally vegan and totally delicious. Have eaten here a dozen or more times and have never been disappointed. Made a special trip for Spicy Mac today - because it's that good. I asked for it extra spicy, and wow! So good.
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Pax S.

Yelp
Service is always beyond great. The Sunday brunch is always unexpected yet highly consistent! Come prepared to love your meal--vegan or not--and enjoy North Loop before it becomes even more densely populated. Highly recommend the French toast, the kolaches/donuts, the cornbread and greens (+seitan), and all agua frescas!
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Michael V.

Yelp
Bistro Vonish is my go to vegan food truck in Austin!! There menu options are delish! I love the pizza, great flavor. My other favorites are the bbq sandwich, the sweet potatoes arepas and the yummy chocolate cake! It's located in north loop which is a cool vintage/artsy scene!
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Thu M.

Yelp
I'm back from a hiatus, only because my list of eat-ables have gone down significantly now that I'm eating exclusively plant based. I guess it's a good thing to be able to narrow down the selection for yelp vegan eaters out there. -Mac and Cheese. Definitely try that. This is the best vegan mac and cheese I've had (besides the home-made one I had a long time ago). -Sweet Potato pizza. The pureed blend of sweet potato was an excellent replacement for the cheese and mozzarella that would have been on a classic pizza. -Turnip cake. This was a gourmet dish with a blend of sweet and savory flavors. They did well! Coming back here when I have a craving for creative gourmet vegan dishes!
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Alyssa B.

Yelp
We ate here three times while visiting Austin for a week. We had a lot of vegan food around the city but this place was hands down the best. The mac and cheese is seriously top 3 mac and cheese ever - you wouldn't believe it's vegan or gluten free. Everything we got was delicious but the bbq sandwich was the perfect pairing with the mac and cheese. The pizza is also pretty great. This place is a real gem!
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Jason S.

Yelp
Just wow! It is an easy place to miss as it's kind of tucked away but once you find it, it's amazing! I got a spicy tempeh kolache and the combination platter with French Toast and tofu scramble. It was amazing! There was a wait but it was well worth it. Cost of being a popular place. It being a trailer, there was outdoor seating. Great if you want to bring a dog. The cinnamon roll was legit too. A vegan cinnamon roll is hard to come by, or at least a good one.
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Nina K.

Yelp
VEGAN OPTIONS: Yes. The entire menu is vegan. This food truck was a little out of the way, but totally worth the hunt. It's as fine dining as a food truck can get, and the food is delicious. I suggest that you arrive right at opening time, since this is a one man operation, and you'll have to wait a bit for your food. I ordered the gnocchi with cauliflower special, and it was absolutely spectacular! Better than many brick and mortar spots. The portions are small, but the taste is on point. Highly recommended for a date night, and/or those who love the whole "hidden gem" vibe.
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Meagan S.

Yelp
I am always fantasizing about the BBQ Seitan Sandwich, I want to explore the whole menu but it's hard to when I know how good this sandwich is! Along with the spicy mac & cheese. F*********ck!
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Jessica E.

Yelp
If you're in the mood for some fancy vegan fare, this is a place to get it! Bistro is so great and I love taking friends there to try it, especially their Mac and cheese! It's AMAZING! One of my favorite vegan macs I've ever had. I can also vouch for their soups and their brunch, both of which are incredible. Love going and will always return!