"For years, one of the worst parts of being a vegan in the Lone Star State was missing out on a good bowl of chunky queso. Thankfully, this fast-casual eatery recognizes the importance of this cheesy staple. Local Foods uses cashew cheese to get the same smoothness Texans know and love and adds in vegan “taco meat” for an extra punch of richness. Add vegan chili and chips and you’ve got yourself a vegan frito pie. Still hungry? Try the quinoa burger or the power bowl, a combination of navy beans, brown rice, quinoa mix, curry tofu, roasted squash, red watercress, and sunflower seeds with a harissa vinaigrette." - Andy Huff, Brittany Britto Garley, Megha McSwain