The best plant-based restaurants in NYC.
Looking to eat out at a plant-based restaurant in NYC? Look no further. We’ve got you covered. Read on for our top vegan restaurants in New York.
Facts are facts - veganism is not a trend. It’s an exciting and growing way of life for countless people; and the world’s cuisine is quickly catching up. In fact, NYC has become a mecca for vegan cuisine - whether it’s plant-based options or an entire vegan menu, you’ll find a vegan spot to eat on every corner.
But, how do you know where to begin? How do you filter the ‘meh’ from the ‘MEGA’?
Luckily, that’s where we come in. We’ve pulled together our favourite plant-based restaurants right here in NYC. We’d love to know - what would you add to the list?
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Glur Thai
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Vegan friendly thai food, nestled in the heart of Chelsea? We’re in!
Glur describes their menu as ‘comfort food’, and we couldn’t agree more. Every single dish is packed to the brim with delicious ingredients, and although this isn’t a 100% plant-based restaurant in NYC, the vegan menu is exceptional. Almost all dishes are available vegan and their ‘specials’ board will leave your mouth watering - trust us.
Try the Vegan Duck Noodle Soup - we’re obsessed.
abcV
Hailed as the ‘best vegan spot in New York’, abcV is part of the esteemed ABC empire. With chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten at the helm, this tasty dining experience offers high vibration food, embracing balance with beauty, wellness, wisdom and love - fancy, right?
All dishes are plant based, non GMO, sustainably sourced, artisanal and organic wherever possible. The food is creative and delicious, while looking #instaworthy.
Eleven Madison Park
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Thanks something on the fancy side? Then head on over to Eleven Madison Park. This 3-star Michelin restaurant is known not only for its delicious food, but also for its impressive decor and stunning view of Madison Square Park. But the really great news? It has recently moved its menu to an entirely plant-based format.
And it is DIVINE. We’re so impressed with their bold move to a vegan menu. We really recommend paying them a visit for your next ‘treat night’.
Bodhi Kosher
Bodhi Kosher’s vegetarian dishes are made fresh every day and aim to make vegetarian food as accessible as possible.
Their menu is Chinese Cantonese, with divine dim sum and a whole host of other Chinese dishes. While it isn’t the fanciest restaurant on the list, it does what it says on the tin: delivers seriously delicious meals that don’t harm the planet. It’s a ‘YES’ from us.
Beyond Sushi
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Convinced that you have to wave your sushi obsession goodbye once you commit to the big V? Wrong!
Beyond Sushi is one of the leading plant-based restaurant chains in NYC, ‘reimagining plant-based food one plate at a time’. Everything on their menu is 100% vegan, and they’re well known for their unconventional approach to sushi.
Their dishes are globally inspired, and everything from the sushi to the desserts to the cocktails packs one hell of a punch. If you’ve never been before, give one of their Signature Rolls a try. You won’t be disappointed!
Avant Garden
Avant Garden provides a little slice of vegan heaven in NYC. The perfect place to take meat-eating pals, Avant Garden has been described as ‘excellent food that just happens to be vegan’.
The food is special - really special. They offer upscale contemporary vegan dining alongside curated global natural wines. From their house made carbonara to scorched cauliflower, you’ll struggle to choose just one dish from the menu (a perfect excuse to go back time and time again, of course!).
HanGawi
‘A vegetarian shrine in another space and time’ - yes please!
HanGawi offers a varied selection of healthy vegetarian food all within the Korean cuisine. The seasonal menu is split into a tasting menu and a fixed lunch; both are packed with gorgeous dishes and different options. One of our current favourites? The Summer Appetizer Plattor, with stuffed apple and eggplant rolls in a spicy sauce, tofu ball skewers and mushroom and broccoli fritters. We’re drooling just thinking about it.
P.S. Kitchen
There’s something very special about P.S. Kitchen. Not only is their food - ahem - sublime, but they also donate 100% of their profits to their charitable partners.
That’s right - 100%. They call it the P.S. Approach: their vision is to create jobs for the marginalized in New York, donate 100% of their profits to sustainable non-profit work and to provide New Yorkers with delicious dishes that are kind to the body and the earth.
Their menu boasts influences from around the world; we’re slowly but surely making our way through all of it!
Le Botaniste
The story of Le Botaniste first began in Ghent, Belgium, known as the vegetarian capital of Europe. Now, this creative, colourful, organic and plant-based restaurant has a firm home in New York.
Their menu is bright and fresh with a tonne to choose from. If you choose the Botanical Therapy option, you get to try three half-portion bowls - something we really recommend.
Avocaderia
Well, we couldn’t celebrate the best plant-based restaurants in NYC without mentioning Avocaderia, could we?
At Avocaderia, we create our dishes built on the premise that if we eat well, we feel better. Our ingredients are organic and locally sourced wherever possible, and we offer a range of meals to suit all dietary requirements.
Whether you’re in the mood for a healthy salad bowl, gourmet avocado toast, tacos, smoothies or our specials, we’re here to serve up the good stuff. Check out our menu and pay us a visit (or order online!) today.