Mealtime can offer a fun setting for family bonding, especially when you head out as a group to a restaurant the whole family enjoys. Still, it can feel like a real challenge to stay healthy when you’re eating out (or ordering in!). Colleyville and the surrounding area thankfully features a wide range of restaurants that deliver that perfect mix of healthy ingredients and delicious flavor that will keep you and the kids coming back for more.

Crème de la Crème of Colleyville put together this list of local healthy eateries to inspire you the next time you’re searching for a restaurant to sample. Whether you’re in the mood for hearty Italian food, sweet smoothies, or anything in between, you’ll find a healthy option close to Colleyville.

Loveria Caffe

Take a trip to Italy without ever leaving Colleyville when you stop by local favorite Loveria Caffe for a meal. Authentic, delicious Italian food gets an upgrade thanks to the healthy ingredients this restaurant uses to craft its simple yet tasty meals. The restaurant is dedicated to serving up artful Italian food suited to any diet, so whether you looking for a classic dish or a favorite with a vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free twist, you can count on the menu here.

With a whole vegan menu available, Loveria makes ordering healthy foods a breeze. Choose from favorites like Ravioli agli Spinaci (vegan spinach ravioli stuffed with a mushroom and basil mix) or Spaghetti di Zucchine (noodles made from zucchini and tossed with roasted vegetables). The restaurant also offers a kids menu with treats like penne pasta and margherita pizza, taking the guesswork out of finding a place to eat that will please the whole family. You can’t beat Italian food made from scratch if you’re looking for a healthy yet welcoming meal out.

CV Local Juicery

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What better way to bring healthy choices into your routine than with Colleyville’s own CV Local Juicery? After all, this spot prides itself on being our hometown’s first cold-pressed, all-organic juice bar. This dedication to fresh organic and vegan products comes through as soon as you taste any of the juices on the menu. They’re all produced in-house, and the accessible location means its easier than ever to build clean, healthy eating into your everyday lifestyle.

It’s not just juice you’ll find here, though. With a range of smoothies and superfood snacks on the menu, the restaurant boasts wholesome treats for any craving. Try an açaí bowl or avocado toast, or treat the kids to a smoothie chock-full of fruits and more. Whether you grab a juice while you’re on the go or stop in for a heartier meal, you’ll find yourself looking for excuses to bring the kiddos to this popular local spot every chance you get.

Napa Thai Asian Cuisine

Introduce the kids to traditional Thai culture by grabbing a meal at Napa Thai Asian Cuisine. This Colleyville restaurant features a range of flavors sure to get your taste buds firing. The relaxing yet elegant restaurant provides the perfect backdrop to a meal out with your family.

Start off with an appetizer like chicken satay or vegetable egg rolls, and add another healthy touch with a soup or salad like their tangerine and mixed greens salad. Then, dive into a menu full of traditional and modern takes on classic Thai meals. Napa’s signature dishes include sesame chicken, stir-fry mixed vegetables with tofu, and more — and that’s just the start. You’ll see rice and noodle options alongside curries, so you’re sure to find a wholesome and delicious dish you’ll love.

DessertsRx Organic Cafe

If you want to satisfy your kid’s sweet tooth with something healthy (or maybe treat yourself!), make sure you add DessertsRx Organic Cafe to your list of places in Colleyville to check out. The menu comes from a team of nutrition health coaches and plant-based and raw food chefs, offering up a unique assortment of foods and drinks designed to boost your wellbeing. Clean, organic, non-GMO treats include coffee and tea, not to mention snacks, smoothies, and more.

Kids will love the sugar-free desserts, and you can’t go wrong with a boost from a warm latte or lemon ginger black tea for yourself while you’re there. From chocolate frappes to berry smoothies, DessertsRx does it all. They even offer a no-cheese cheesecake perfect for birthday parties and other special occasions at home.

Pure Cafe Southlake

Make the short trip to Southlake for a wide variety of healthy eats at Pure Cafe Southlake. This restaurant features casual meals like sandwiches, salads, and smoothie bowls that will power you through your busy days.

Flatbread sandwiches served with carrot sticks or kettle chips make for an ideal low-key meal out with loved ones. Their avocado BLT includes turkey bacon and a touch of low-fat mayo for a healthier take on the lunchtime classic, but that’s just the start of this extensive menu. Whether you go for a sweet kale salad, a seasonal smoothie, or a hearty bowl of lentil or tomato basil soup, you’ll love how easy Pure Cafe Southlake makes it to eat healthy while you’re out.

TruFire

With a passion for sourcing fresh, local, and organic ingredients, TruFire is another sure bet when you’re looking for healthy eateries close to Colleyville. The restaurant features one location in nearby Southlake (their other location, in Frisco, isn’t too far away either). They even offer plenty of gluten-free choices to make ordering even easier.

Their progressive menu melds together Mediterranean, Italian, and other global flavors in freshly prepared dishes sure to have your family eager for the next trip to the restaurant. Popular items include the Naked Avocado Salad, Latin Fire Pizza, and Spicy Garlic Noodles, but no matter which meal you order, you’ll taste the passion for crafting unique and healthy foods at TruFire.

There it is, Crème de la Crème of Colleyville’s list of amazing local spots to check out the next time you’re looking for a healthy meal. Did we miss a restaurant your family frequents? Let us know so we can check out your favorite eatery and add it to our list!