# Mushroom-Based Restaurant Burgers The Beef Free Boy from The Beefy Boys is Vegan-Friendly By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2023-09-30 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-beef-free-boy References: [vegconomist](https://vegconomist.com/gastronomy-food-service/fast-food/the-beefy-boys-vegan-burger/) & [thebeefyboys](https://thebeefyboys.com/)  The Beef Free Boy from The Beefy Boys is the brand's first [vegan-friendly burger](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grilld-and-beyond-meat) that's perfect for diners of all kinds to try out this fall as a meatless way to indulge. The burger features a [mushroom-based patty](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-mushroom-bacon-burger) topped with lettuce, onion, pickles, vegan cheese and a vegan dirty mayo, all served on a fresh bun. The burger responds to consumer demand for vegan-friendly fare and expands on the brand's existing [plant-based option](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/actual-veggies-burgers), which currently includes three burgers that are vegetarian-friendly but feature dairy. The Beef Free Boy from The Beefy Boys is arriving now at all of the brand's participating locations after a successful test at its Hereford location in the UK in July. The burger follows on the brand's commitment to authentic cooking methods and locally sourced ingredients. Image Credit: The Beefy Boys ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 18% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Vegan-friendly Burgers:** The Beef Free Boy from The Beefy Boys is a vegan-friendly burger that caters to the increasing demand for plant-based options in the restaurant industry. - **Plant-based Foods:** The mushroom-based patty in The Beef Free Boy burger showcases the growing trend of incorporating plant-based ingredients in meatless alternatives. - **Locally Sourced Ingredients:** The Beefy Boys' commitment to using locally sourced ingredients demonstrates the rising interest in supporting local farmers and producers in the food industry. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Restaurant Industry:** The Beef Free Boy burger highlights the opportunity for restaurants to cater to the increasing demand for vegan-friendly options and attract a broader customer base. - **Plant-based Food Industry:** The inclusion of a mushroom-based patty in The Beef Free Boy burger signifies the potential for innovation and market growth in the plant-based food industry. - **Sustainable Agriculture Industry:** The Beefy Boys' emphasis on using locally sourced ingredients presents an opportunity for the sustainable agriculture industry to promote and supply produce to restaurants that prioritize sustainability. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Crispy Vegan Fish Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-fish-burger.md) - [Plant-Based Virtual Burger Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegelicious.md) - [Plant-Based Beef Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basic-burger.md) - [Plant-Based Beef Patties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/this.md) - [Meat-Free Bacon Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bakon-king.md) - [Fermented Rye Plant-Based Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-grain-vegetable-burger.md) - [Versatile Vegan-Friendly Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grilld-and-beyond-meat.md) - [Flavorful Veg-Forward Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juicy-marbles.md) - [Plant-Derived Smash Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delicious-smash-burger.md)