Raleigh Restaurants with Healthy Options
Sometimes, it is nice to get some take out once in a while. The challenge is to find healthier options like gluten free or vegan / vegetarian options. Good news is that we have found some great places right here in Raleigh, NC that are serving up great service and healthy food options nearby. Here are some of our favorite local spots.
Irregardless Cafe and Catering
This spot has been serving farm to table dishes in Raleigh since 1975. Voted one of Best Vegetarian Restaurants in the USA, this place is a local favorite for everyone hosting live music every night. Outside dining is available as well as curbside pick up.
Fiction Kitchen
A sweet little restaurant located downtown on South Dawson Street offering thoughtfully prepared vegan and vegetarian dishes from a full vegetarian kitchen with gluten free options. Their menu is inspired by southern hospitality and Carolina charm with mock Chicken and Waffles to Corn-meal Fried Green Tomatoes.
David’s Dumpling and Noodle Bar
Offers a variety of gluten free and vegetarian options. One of the best Asian cuisine restaurants in Raleigh. David’s Dumpling and Noodle Bar is located at the intersection of Hillsborough Street and Pullen Road. As of this time, David’s only overs delivery and takeout during the Coronavirus pandemic.
Guasaca South American Grill
Have you ever had an arepa before? If you hadn’t then you are missing out. A corn type pancake gets stuffed with fillings of your choice from beans to plantains, salsa, and even guasaca (a.k.a south american guacamole). Or have a salad or a bowl if you rather. No matter what your diet is, there is always something to get here with the highly customizable menu.
Sassool
Family recipes from Lebanon, Sassool is probably one of the best Mediterranean spots in the Triangle. They have so many vegetarian and vegan options along with kabobs and platters for meat eaters. Fresh, authentic and full of love, Sassool has gained a crowd of raving fans all over the RDU triangle.
New World Cafe
This little hole in the wall cafe is a personal favorite of the Beverly Medical Center’s staff. New World offers the best locally roasted coffee with Counter Culture Coffee from Durham and Black and White Coffee Roasters from Wake Forest. Fresh salads, sandwitches and acai bowls, New World Cafe has something for everyone. They are located on Pleasant Valley Road and Glenwood Avenue between K Beauty Discount and Dominos.
CleanEatz
Dedicating to clean, healthy meals, CleanEatz serves up more than just made-to-order grub. They operate as a meal planning kitchen where you can customize your meals and have your order shipped to you to enjoy throughout the week. Lean meats are provided such as salmon, turkey bacon, ground bison, shredded beef and shrimp along with lots of veggie options.
Do you have a favorite health food spot in Raleigh? Let us know! We are always looking for great recommendations.
