NYC has so many restaurants tucked away in the bustling urban life that finding foodie-favorite spots is no big deal. But when it comes to veggies… well, let’s say it can get a bit hard to find restaurants that nail that umami flavor and the hearty broth that leaves meaty dishes at the door. So where are all the best vegetarian restaurants in NYC for the vegos who want to celebrate World Vegetarian Day in NYC? You’ll find them in the list below! Let’s veg out together!
abcV
Address: 38 E 19th Street, New York, NY 10003, United States
Phone: +1 212-475-5829
Starting off with a Michelin-starred vegetarian restaurant in NYC! And like all Michelin-starred restaurants, abcV wants to do something different from other vegetarian restaurants.
Wood-roasted freekeh, grilled oakwood shiitake, crispy smoked chicken of the woods mushroom, and so much more – this vegetarian restaurant must be under your radar. Want to be a part of the community on World Vegetarian Day before you start your day? Their delicious breakfast is back, available from Monday to Friday, from 8 am going until 10:30 am.
And no, it’s not just about smoothies and juices. Their plant-forward dishes are out of this world, especially brought to you by Chef Neal.
Hangawi
Address: 12 E 32nd Street, New York, NY 10016, United States
Phone: +1 212-213-0077
Hangawi is a gem for vegetarians in NYC! Right in the heart of Manhattan, they offer fine dining and Korean dishes.
But it’s not just about the Emperor’s Tasting Menu or the chef’s dessert selection that makes this vegetarian restaurant so special. It is the fine dining and, at the same time, a down to earth ambiance that makes Hangawi an experience, not just a plant-based restaurant.
And since you’re here, you’ll have to get used to the Korean way of eating – wearing socks as you’ll be leaving your shoes at the door and sitting on the floor cushions as you dig in the hearty pumpkin soup and fall stone bowl rice.
Soda Club
Address: 155 Avenue B, New York, NY 10009, United States
Phone: +1 833-328-4588
Soda Club has a very cozy date night, kind of wine bar-like experience, but the best part is that they also have a great plant-based menu, very Italian and very fresh.
Featured on The Michelin Guide, there will be no compromise on food quality! Castelvetrano Olives in starters, Arugula & Radicchio in salad, Tagliatelle and Gigli in pasta, and Cannoli and Date Cake in dessert. There are a few other places in NYC that will make you feel guilty about eating so much, even when it’s a vegetarian menu.
But who cares, right? It’s World Vegetarian Day! You deserve to grab a bite!
Cadence
Address: 111 E 7th Street, New York, NY 10009, United States
Phone: +1 833-328-4588
Cadence has had a hot girl summer glow-up since Chef Shenarri has returned and now the menu looks even more incredible with new fall-inspired dishes!
The Southern soul food classics are all vegan and soy-free, so who’s holding you back from grabbing a quick bite on World Vegetarian Day. Need suggestions?
Palm Cake! It’s made with Heart of Palm, Chickpeas and Chipotle Aioli Slaw.
Fried Oyster Mushroom & Waffles. They serve it with Lavender Maple and Buffalo Sauce.
And Southern Fried Lasagna. You won’t forget the Pine Nut Ricotta anytime soon.
OLIO E PIÙ
Address: 3 Greenwich Avenue, New York, NY 10014, United States
Phone: +1 212-243-6546
NYC’s vegetarian restaurants are pretty underrated for joining hands with almost every cuisine in the world.
Craving Indian tarka? They have that in NYC.
Want a smash burger without the meat? The veggies are here to cover up!
The same goes with Italian delicacies. OLIO E PIÙ is a fancy Naples-inspired spot that lets you sit on the sidewalk and indulge in the Italian wines and the Caprese salads, the thin-crust and wood brick Bufalina and Capri pizza and handmade Spaghetti Carbonara.
They also offer brunch (courtesy of Executive Chef Danilo Galati) and happy hour menu (going from 3 pm till 6 pm on Mondays till Fridays.) Also don’t forget to check out the dessert menu. A Tiramisu fix is as important as the veggie fix on World Vegetarian Day.
Spice Symphony
Address: 150 E 50th Street, New York, NY 10022, United States
Phone: +1 212-300-4869
You will find Spice Symphony spreading its Indian-magic all over NYC with its three branches on Times Square, Midtown East, and Lexington Avenue.
And the reason why this place is like a buzzword in vegetarians of NYC is because they take pride in their personalized, age-old cooking methods that remind people of comfort food that their grandmas used to make.
Which brings us to the said comfort food – vegetable biryani, stir fried vegetables, veg Manchurian, paneer Szechuan, palak paneer, chana masala, butternut squash soups, and much more. There are so many flavors to flex in every dish, and it is up to you to find out which one is your favorite.
Little Alley
Address: 550 3rd Avenue, New York, NY 10016, United States
Phone: +1 646-998-3976
Another fancy, Michelin starred spot on our vegetarian restaurants list in NYC, because it is World Vegetarian Day and you deserve to treat yourself a little.
Let’s just say that Little Alley is one of the most beautiful Asian restaurants in the city, and that’s not an exaggeration. The vibe here is otherworldly.
Chefs are determined to craft every dish with perfection. The décor and lighting are always on point, and the food never misses the spot!
The brick walled Shanghainese ambiance works well with the vegetarian venue, which offers Dry Pot Cauliflower, Water spinach with fermented bean curd, Bean sprouts in soup, Fish-flavored eggplant and so many other vego favorites that it definitely takes the cake when it comes to celebrating a vegetarian day in NYC!
Loi Estiatorio
Address: 132 W 58th Street, New York, NY 10019, United States
Phone: +1 212-713-0015
Loi Estiatorio is a go-to spot for seafood classics, but did you know that there are plenty of vegetarian dishes here too that you can dig in?
The restaurant might seem a bit unassuming and tiny, but they serve some of the best Village Salads, Grilled Cheese, Spinach Pies, and Stuffed eggplants in NYC. There aren’t many vegan or vegetarian choices in the Entrées, but you can find many vegan dishes like Kounoupidi, roasted vegetables and Patates Lemonates in the accompaniments.
The desserts are even better. Baklava, Ekmek Kadaifi and rice pudding – not many restaurants nail that distinctive flavor in such desserts!
