Louisiana, of course, has some of the best seafood in the world, along with some of the best sausage and other meat dishes. It’s not exactly the first place vegetarians think of to visit when they are looking for somewhere to explore the cuisine. But over the last few years, there’s been a steady crop of vegetarian-friendly restaurants popping up around Louisiana. Here are some of the most delicious places in the state:

  1. Street Breads, 3475 Nelson Rd., Lake Charles

Yelp.com / Melia R. There are both vegetarian and meat options at this popular sandwich shop, but also plenty of vegetarian and healthier options that are sure to excite you.

  1. Fresh Kitchen, 7474 Corporate Blvd., Baton Rouge

Yelp.com / Rebecca W. This kitchen offers some healthy recipes and cooking methods, including vegan options like a full vegan breakfast with scrambled tofu and banana pancakes.

  1. Fiesta Nutrition Center, 1211 N 18th St., Monroe

Yelp.com / Que N. This health market and nutrition center offers lots of great vegetarian options including salads and the stuffed peppers offered here.

  1. Green Goddess, 307 Exchange Pl., New Orleans

Yelp.com / Momo B.

Yelp.com / Steph Y. Probably one of the most fancy vegetarian restaurants in Louisiana, Green Goddess offers meat and veggie dishes that are truly out of this world. The romantic atmosphere is really special.

  1. Athena Greek & Lebanese Grill, 6030 Line Ave., Shreveport

Yelp.com / Rachel G. There are some truly amazing dishes here and great options for vegetarians. The fried eggplant sandwich pictured here is simply delicious.

  1. Seed, 1330 Prytania St., New Orleans

Yelp.com / Dixi S.

Yelp.com / Brett H. This fully vegan and vegetarian restaurant offers unique twists on favorites. For example, the nachos here with cashew cheese are actually amazing!

  1. Thai With Love, 924 Kaliste Saloom Rd., Lafayette

Yelp.com / Megan G. The veggie options offered here include a variety of noodles and curries that are packed full of flavor.

  1. Toad Hollow Café, 207 N. New Hampshire St., Covington

Yelp.com / Angela S.

Yelp.com / Angela S. This cafe is absolutely beautiful and lovely to spend the morning. There are some awesome options for fully vegetarian individuals as well.

  1. Café Equator, 2920 Severn Ave., Metairie

Yelp.com / Andrea F.

Yelp.com / Andrea F. A delicious thai place in Metairie that offers some great veggie choices that are full of flavor.

  1. MJ’s Café, 672 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge

Yelp.com / Jessica M. The awesome variety of salads here make for a delicious and healthy meal that will please everyone.

  1. Bella Fresca Bistro, 608 Absinthe Ct, Shreveport

Yelp.com / Picha M. There are a variety of veggie options at this relaxed bistro that is perfect for brunch.

Have you eaten any of these restaurants before? Where do you get vegetarian food in Louisiana? What are your favorite vegetarian dishes in Louisiana? Let us know your favorites! Even though Louisiana food isn’t known to be healthy or good for vegetarians, there are some great choices out there.

Yelp.com / Melia R.

There are both vegetarian and meat options at this popular sandwich shop, but also plenty of vegetarian and healthier options that are sure to excite you.

Yelp.com / Rebecca W.

This kitchen offers some healthy recipes and cooking methods, including vegan options like a full vegan breakfast with scrambled tofu and banana pancakes.

Yelp.com / Que N.

This health market and nutrition center offers lots of great vegetarian options including salads and the stuffed peppers offered here.

Yelp.com / Momo B.

Yelp.com / Steph Y.

Probably one of the most fancy vegetarian restaurants in Louisiana, Green Goddess offers meat and veggie dishes that are truly out of this world. The romantic atmosphere is really special.

Yelp.com / Rachel G.

There are some truly amazing dishes here and great options for vegetarians. The fried eggplant sandwich pictured here is simply delicious.

Yelp.com / Dixi S.

Yelp.com / Brett H.

This fully vegan and vegetarian restaurant offers unique twists on favorites. For example, the nachos here with cashew cheese are actually amazing!

Yelp.com / Megan G.

The veggie options offered here include a variety of noodles and curries that are packed full of flavor.

Yelp.com / Angela S.

This cafe is absolutely beautiful and lovely to spend the morning. There are some awesome options for fully vegetarian individuals as well.

Yelp.com / Andrea F.

A delicious thai place in Metairie that offers some great veggie choices that are full of flavor.

Yelp.com / Jessica M.

The awesome variety of salads here make for a delicious and healthy meal that will please everyone.

Yelp.com / Picha M.

There are a variety of veggie options at this relaxed bistro that is perfect for brunch.

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