Flower Child Austin: Fresh & Vibrant Dining Experience in Downtown

Loved this place. Caught it before we headed out of Austin back to our home in the Hill Country. Back in town in a week and plan a second visit. Great friendly and helpful staff, wonderful layout, and just a fun sunny place. I did note to my wife that while it was bustling with diners, the client tell mix, on our visit was about 90% ladies and 10% gents. And also, folks take their time to eat. We arrived, ate and departed, while a majority of the tables and guest remained in place and were chatting. Just be advised of this and plan accordingly.

Good affordable food, by downtown standards. Better to walk to the place as there is no real parking around. Have a great assortment of veggie options too.

If you’re looking for a fresh, feel-good meal in downtown Austin, Flower Child on Second Street is the perfect spot. The vibe is bright, airy, and laid-back—totally Austin. Whether you’re gluten-free, vegan, or just trying to eat clean, the menu has something for everyone. I had the Mother Earth bowl, and it was packed with roasted sweet potatoes, portobello mushrooms, avocado, and the perfect crunch from broccoli and grains. The avocado hummus is a must-try—super creamy and served with warm pita and fresh veggies. Even the drinks are on point; I went with their house lemonade and loved the fresh citrusy kick.

I am an outside Austin guy, not given to trendy or hip kind of places. Nevertheless, we were in the area meeting some friend and the wife wanted to try it out. The place is immaculately clean- I didn’t see anyone else mention this but even the obligatory high shelf of knickknacks was taken care of and free from dust. It’s a minor thing, but it speaks to the attention to detail that sets this place apart. Plenty of vegan and gluten-free options that look great. I’m a steak and potatoes guy, though, so I got the Rebel Wrap. It was tasty and delicious without being overly pretentious. The staff were cheerful and friendly and the prices were very reasonable (especially for that part of Austin.) I’m still not a fan of downtown, but if I need to be there I’ll definitely be happy to stop in again.

I had the best experience at Flower Child in Austin thanks to the sweetest staff ever! Grace was so cute and welcoming. She made me feel right at home and even helped me decide what to order (which I totally needed because everything looked amazing). The food was absolutely delicious, fresh, and super reasonable for the quality.

I recently checked out this healthy-oriented spot and had an amazing experience! The salmon was absolutely fantastic—cooked to perfection with just the right amount of seasoning. And don't even get me started on the Parmesan broccoli; it was to die for! The flavors were incredible, and it felt like a real treat while still being healthy. The service was awesome too. The staff was super friendly and attentive, making the whole dining experience even better. If you're looking for a place that serves delicious, healthy food with great service, this is the place to go!

10 stars Flower Child did an excellent job with a catering pick up for our office lunch today! They reliably offer fresh, delicious, healthy food that is ready on time & reasonably priced. Highly recommend

We were visiting Austin today and decided to try this place for a healthy lunch. Everyone loved everything that they ate! It was all very flavorful without being salty or greasy. Would definitely recommend this place for anyone wanting a healthy but tasty meal. Also worth noting they do serve meat, I thought they were vegan... but was pleasantly surprised by they other proteins being offered. We got the Mediterranean kabobs, ginger miso salad, some kind of Chinese type noodle bowl, and a kids meal with chicken , corn quinoa, mashed potatoes... all delicious!