The countdown has started for one of Oklahoma City’s best-known vegan spots. The Loaded Bowl, a longtime favorite for plant-based comfort food, has announced it will close this summer, with its final day of service set for June 27, 2026. Fans are already scheduling goodbye visits before the doors shut for good.
Final Day on the Calendar
According to KOKH, the restaurant shared a farewell message that began, "After 13 incredible years... we have decided to close up shop!" The post confirmed, "Our last day of service will be June 27th, regular hours" and invited customers to swing by for one last round of bowls and merch before the lights go out.
From Food Truck to Farmers Market Fixture
The Loaded Bowl’s story started on four wheels in 2013, when it launched as a food truck. It moved into a permanent home at 1211 SW 2nd Street in the Farmers Market District in December 2016, according to The Loaded Bowl. The business long billed itself as Oklahoma's first locally owned vegan restaurant and later shifted its focus toward takeout and pickup service. That transition, along with the early growing pains of going brick-and-mortar, was previously detailed by the Oklahoma Gazette.
Online Farewells and Favorite Orders
News of the closure sparked a wave of nostalgia online. A thread on Reddit quickly filled with memories from regulars and former customers. Commenters swapped stories about their go-to dishes, shared disappointment at the news, and urged others to grab a final meal before the June 27 closing date.
Owners Ready for the Next Chapter
In their farewell, the owners explained that life was "taking us in a different direction" and that they wanted to "go out on our terms," as reported by KOKH. Customers looking for current hours, pickup details or merch information can still find it on the restaurant's official site. The Loaded Bowl remains open at 1211 SW 2nd Street in Oklahoma City for now, and the owners are encouraging fans to stop by while they still can.
