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15 essentials · 3 signature dishes
Best Vegan Restaurants in New York City
15 essentials
Where to eat first in New York City
Ranked by overall rating, signature dish strength and how much reviewers praise the food. If you only have a weekend, start here.
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Japanese Ramen, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #1 Ramen
Vegan Deli, Seitan Sandwiches
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Worth ordering: #2 Sandwich
Vegan Fusion, Short Ribs, Cocktails
$$$
The vibe: good for dates
Vietnamese Pho, Vegan Pork Belly
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The vibe: good for dates
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Pizza, Vegan Slices, Artichoke Pesto
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Worth ordering: #4 Pizza
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NYC Bagels, Vegan Schmears
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Worth ordering: #1 Bagel
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Bakery, Vegan Cakes & Tarts
$$$
The vibe: good for groups
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Cajun Pizza, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #2 Pizza
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Vegan Donuts, Babka Muffins
$$$
Worth ordering: #1 PastryWorth ordering: #2 Donut
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Vegan Sushi, Thai & Curry
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The vibe: good for dates
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Vegan Sushi Omakase, Seasonal Menu
$$$
The vibe: good for dates
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Falafel Pita, Fully Vegan
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Worth ordering: #1 Falafel
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Korean Vegan Sushi, Ramen
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The vibe: good for dates
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Thai, Vegan Menu, Mock Meats
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The vibe: good for dates
3 signature dishes
What New York City cooks best
The dishes New York City's reviews name most and praise hardest, each ranked by how reviewers rate the vegan version.
signature #1
Best bagel in New York City
- Number 1. Tompkins Square Bagels Listed above as essential 07
Sourdough Bagels, Vegan Cream Cheese
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Worth ordering: #2 Bagel
Bagels, Vegan Tofu Spreads
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Worth ordering: #3 Bagel
Bagels, Vegan Schmear
$$$
Worth ordering: #4 Bagel
Bagels, Vegan Sandwiches
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Worth ordering: #5 Bagel
45 more
Bagels, Vegan Sandwiches
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The vibe: good for families
Hot Bagels, Vegan Cashew Schmear
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Bagels, Tofu Cream Cheese
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NYC Bagels, Vegan Cream Cheese
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The vibe: good for families
Bagels, Vegan Tofu Spreads
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Bagels, Vegan Cream Cheese
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Bagels, Vegan Tofu Spread
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Bagels, Vegan Tofu Cream Cheese
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NY Bagels, Vegan Sandwiches
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Vegan Bagels, Pandan Latte
$
The vibe: good for relaxing
NY Bagels, Tofu Cream Cheese
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NY Bagels, Tofu Cream Cheese
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Bagels, Tofu Cream Cheese
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Gluten-Free Bagels, Vegan Menu
$$$
Bagels, Vegan Tofu Spreads
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Bagels, Vegan Tofu Cream Cheese
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NYC Bagels, Vegan BEC
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The vibe: good for work & study
Hand-Rolled Bagels, Vegan Tofu Spreads
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Bagels, Vegan Tofu Cream Cheese
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Bagels, Tofu Cream Cheese
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Bagels, Vegan Tofu Spread
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Bagels, Vegan Tofu Cream Cheese
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The vibe: good for groups
Bagels, Vegan Tofu Spreads
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Bagels, Vegan Tofu Cream Cheese
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Stuffed Bagels, Vegan Sausage Egg & Cheese
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NY Bagels, Tofu Cream Cheese
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Bagels, Vegan Tofu Spread
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Bagels, Vegan Tofu Spread
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Bagels, Vegan Tofu Spread
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NY Bagels, Tofu Schmears
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The vibe: good for groups
Hand-Rolled Bagels, Tofu Spreads
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NY Bagels, Tofu Scallion Spread
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Bagels, Tofu Spreads, Vegan Sandwiches
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Bagels, Vegan Tofu Spreads
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Bagels, Tofu Cream Cheese
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The vibe: good for families
Bagels, Vegan Carrot Lox
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Bagels, Vegan Tofu Schmears
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Bagels, Vegan Tofu Cream Cheese
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NYC Bagels, Vegan Tofu Spreads
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The vibe: good for groups
NYC Bagels, Vegan Sandwiches
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NY Bagels, Vegan Cream Cheese
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The vibe: good for work & study
Bagels, Tofu Cream Cheese
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Bagels, Vegan Tofu Schmears
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Bagels, Vegan Cream Cheese
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NY Bagels, Vegan Sandwiches
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signature #2
Best donut in New York City
Vegan Donuts, Coffee Window
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Worth ordering: #1 Donut
- Number 2. Sixteen Mill Bakeshop (window service) Listed above as essential 10
Vegan Doughnuts, Lattes
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Worth ordering: #3 Donut
Vegan Donuts, Housemade Chai
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Worth ordering: #4 Donut
Italian Bakery, Vegan Croissants
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Worth ordering: #4 PastryWorth ordering: #5 Donut
11 more
Sourdoughnuts, Vegan Flavors
$$$
Yeast Donuts, Vegan Glazes
$$$
The vibe: good for relaxing
Vegan Doughnuts, Takeout
$$$
Yeast Donuts, Vegan Glazes
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The vibe: good for groups
Donuts, Mostly Vegan Flavors
$$$
Sourdough Donuts, Vegan Flavors
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The vibe: good for families
Donuts, Vegan Glazes
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Sourdough Donuts, Vegan Picks
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Vegan Donuts, Oat Milk Lattes
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Vegan Donuts, Cinnamon Rolls
$$$
The vibe: good for families
Vegan Sourdoughnuts, Donuts
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The vibe: good for groups
signature #3
Best dosa in New York City
South Indian, Vegan Dosa
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Worth ordering: #1 Dosa
Indian Dosas, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #2 Dosa
Indian Dosas, Fully Vegan
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Worth ordering: #3 Dosa
South Indian Dosas, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #4 Dosa
South Indian Dosas, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #5 Dosa
Vegan & omni
2 lists Fully vegan · Omni standouts
10 places
Fully vegan in New York City
- Number 1. Franchia Vegan Café Listed above as essential 14
- Number 2. Seitan's Helper Listed above as essential 03
Daily Vegan Plates, Organic Pies
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The vibe: good for families
- Number 4. Sen Saigon Listed above as essential 05
10 places
Omni standouts in New York City
- Number 1. Plue Listed above as essential 15
- Number 2. Pizza Collective Listed above as essential 01
- Number 3. Ramen DANBO West Village Listed above as essential 02
Vegan Burgers, Seitan, Bao
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The vibe: good for dates
By occasion
12 lists Breakfast spots · Lunch & brunch · Dinner destinations · Worth the occasion · Hidden gems · Coffee masters · Sweet treats · Cozy hideaways · Work-friendly cafes · Group night out · Budget eats · Family friendly
8 places
Breakfast spots in New York City
Vegan Subs, Soft Serve
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Vegan Cakes, Savory Pastries
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Worth ordering: #5 Cake
Cafe, Tofu Banh Mi, Vegan Bowls
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The vibe: good for groups
Diner, Vegan Breakfast
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The vibe: good for families
8 places
Lunch & brunch in New York City
- Number 1. Franchia Vegan Café Listed above as essential 14
- Number 2. Tenon Vegan Sushi Listed above as essential 11
- Number 3. Quantum Leap Listed above as omni standouts 04
- Number 4. Ramen DANBO West Village Listed above as essential 02
8 places
Dinner destinations in New York City
- Number 1. Franchia Vegan Café Listed above as essential 14
- Number 2. Reverie Vegan Restaurant and Cocktail Bar Listed above as essential 04
- Number 3. Plue Listed above as essential 15
Thai, Vegan Curries, Sago Bites
$$$$
The vibe: good for dates
6 places
Worth the occasion in New York City
- Number 1. LALYN Listed above as dinner destinations 04
Italian, Vegan Parm, Vegan Soups
$$$
The vibe: good for dates
Fine Dining, Vegan Tasting Menu
$$$
The vibe: good for dates
Basque French, Fully Vegan
$$$$
The vibe: good for dates
10 places
Coffee masters in New York City
Specialty Coffee, Vegan Pastries
$$$
Worth ordering: #1 Coffee
Coffee, Vegan Bakery, Plant Milk
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Worth ordering: #3 Coffee
Vegan Cafe, Specialty Lattes
$$$
The vibe: good for dates
- Number 4. Unregular Bakery Listed above as donut 05
10 places
Sweet treats in New York City
Tahini Soft Serve, Vegan Halva
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Worth ordering: #2 Ice cream
- Number 2. Gigi's Doughnuts Listed above as donut 04
Italian Gelato, Vegan Flavors
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The vibe: good for groups
Italian Gelato, Vegan Sorbet
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The vibe: good for families
8 places
Cozy hideaways in New York City
Vegan Coffee, Mocktails & Sweets
$$$
The vibe: good for groups
Korean Stone Bowls, Fully Vegan
$$$
The vibe: good for dates
Mediterranean, Vegan Mezze
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The vibe: good for dates
- Number 4. Quantum Leap Listed above as omni standouts 04
8 places
Work-friendly cafes in New York City
- Number 1. Kosmic Community Anti Bar & Coffee Shop Listed above as cozy hideaways 01
- Number 2. Principles GI Coffee House Listed above as coffee masters 01
Botanical Cafe, Vegan Treats
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The vibe: good for relaxing
Cafe, Vegan Bowls & Burgers
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The vibe: good for families
10 places
Group night out in New York City
- Number 1. Kosmic Community Anti Bar & Coffee Shop Listed above as cozy hideaways 01
- Number 2. Franchia Vegan Café Listed above as essential 14
- Number 3. Plue Listed above as essential 15
- Number 4. LALYN Listed above as dinner destinations 04
10 places
Budget eats in New York City
Punjabi Thali, Vegan Curries
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The vibe: good for families
- Number 2. Quantum Leap Listed above as omni standouts 04
- Number 3. Franchia Vegan Café Listed above as essential 14
Fresh Wraps, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for groups
8 places
Family friendly in New York City
- Number 1. Ramen DANBO West Village Listed above as essential 02
- Number 2. Pizza Collective Listed above as essential 01
- Number 3. Flava’s vegan Pizzeria & Cafe Listed above as essential 06
- Number 4. Sixteen Mill Bakeshop (window service) Listed above as essential 10
By dish
8 lists Best pizza · Best ice cream · Best sandwich · Best falafel · Best cake · Best ramen · Best coffee · Best pastry
51 places
Best pizza in New York City
Vegan Pizza, Cajun-Italian
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Worth ordering: #1 Pizza
- Number 2. Two Boots Pizza Upper East Side Listed above as essential 09
NY Pizza, Vegan Sicilian
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Worth ordering: #3 Pizza
- Number 4. Flava’s vegan Pizzeria & Cafe Listed above as essential 06
38 places
Best ice cream in New York City
Vegan Ice Cream, Maple-Sweetened
$$$
Worth ordering: #1 Ice cream
- Number 2. Seed + Mill Listed above as sweet treats 01
Ice Cream, Vegan Flavors
$$$
Worth ordering: #3 Ice cream
Vegan Ice Cream, Waffle Cones
$$$
Worth ordering: #4 Ice cream
32 places
Best sandwich in New York City
Vegan Panini, Cauliflower Bites
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Worth ordering: #1 Sandwich
- Number 2. Seitan's Helper Listed above as essential 03
Vegan Deli, Sandwiches, Bodega
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Worth ordering: #3 Sandwich
Chinese Dumplings, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #4 Sandwich
25 places
Best falafel in New York City
- Number 1. PAOLINA Listed above as essential 13
Falafel, Vegan Plates
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Worth ordering: #2 Falafel
Middle Eastern, Vegan Falafel
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Worth ordering: #3 Falafel
Syrian Falafel, Vegan Platters
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Worth ordering: #4 FalafelWorth ordering: #5 Sandwich
16 places
Best cake in New York City
Cakes, Vegan Desserts
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Worth ordering: #1 Cake
Cafe, Vegan Empanada & Cake
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Worth ordering: #2 Cake
Vegan Cakes, Japanese-French
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Worth ordering: #3 Cake
Raw Cakes, Fully Vegan
$$$
Worth ordering: #4 Cake
17 places
Best ramen in New York City
- Number 1. Ramen DANBO West Village Listed above as essential 02
Japanese Ramen, Vegan Options
$$$
Worth ordering: #2 Ramen
Japanese Ramen, Vegan Miso
$$$
Worth ordering: #3 Ramen
Japanese Ramen, Vegan Sushi
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Worth ordering: #4 Ramen
19 places
Best coffee in New York City
- Number 1. Principles GI Coffee House Listed above as coffee masters 01
Specialty Coffee, Vegan Cookies
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Worth ordering: #2 Coffee
- Number 3. Oldschool Coffee & Bakery Listed above as coffee masters 02
Vegan Coffee, Pastries
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Worth ordering: #4 Coffee
18 places
Best pastry in New York City
- Number 1. Sixteen Mill Bakeshop (window service) Listed above as essential 10
Vegan Croissants, Fresh Bread
$$$
Worth ordering: #2 Pastry
Diner, Vegan Vegetable Tarts
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Worth ordering: #3 Pastry
- Number 4. Unregular Bakery Listed above as donut 05
By cuisine
3 lists American · Italian · Mediterranean
10 places
American in New York City
- Number 1. Quantum Leap Listed above as omni standouts 04
American Comfort, Fully Vegan
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The vibe: good for dates
- Number 3. Orchard Grocer Listed above as breakfast spots 01
- Number 4. Flava’s vegan Pizzeria & Cafe Listed above as essential 06
10 places
Italian in New York City
Italian Pasta, Pizza, Fully Vegan
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The vibe: good for dates
- Number 2. Don Cheech Listed above as worth the occasion 02
- Number 3. Two Boots Pizza Upper East Side Listed above as essential 09
- Number 4. Pizza Collective Listed above as essential 01
10 places
Mediterranean in New York City
Mediterranean, Fully Vegan
$$$
The vibe: good for dates
Vegan Bowls, Raw Cakes
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The vibe: good for dates
Palestinian, Vegan Platter, Falafel
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The vibe: good for dates
Vegan Pastries, Breakfast
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The vibe: good for work & study
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Questions about eating vegan in New York City
Are there vegan restaurants in New York City?
Yes — New York City has 1,570 vegan-ready venues. The top-ranked are Pizza Collective, Ramen DANBO West Village, Seitan's Helper. Spinach ranks them on overall rating, signature dish strength, and reviewer praise for the food.
Is New York City good for vegans?
New York City scores 88.0/100 on the Spinach vegan city index. The city has 333 vegan-friendly venues and 317 high-quality restaurants out of 1,570 analyzed.
How many vegan restaurants are in New York City?
New York City has 146 fully vegan restaurants and 53 vegetarian restaurants. 333 venues score B or higher on the Vegan Friendliness grade.
What dishes is New York City known for?
New York City's top signature dishes for vegans are bagel, donut, dosa, and the city also does pizza and ramen well. Signature dishes are ranked by how the city's venues score against the other 157 cities we track.
What are the best cuisines for vegans in New York City?
The vegan scene in New York City leans American, Asian, Mediterranean. American is particularly strong, with 10 venues serving quality plant-based options.
What's the best vegan restaurant in New York City?
Pizza Collective is ranked #1 in New York City by the Spinach Essentials algorithm, which weights rating, signature dish performance, and reviewer praise. See all 15 Essentials for the full ranking.
How does Spinach rank these venues?
Spinach ranks vegan venues by formula: a composite of Google Maps rating, the Spinach Rating (Wilson-confidence scored), dish-quality Wilson scores from extracted review signals, and city-specific signature dish strength. Essentials add a tier weighting; category lists add their own mood/occasion weights. No pay-to-play.
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The last refresh is stamped at the foot of this page. Rankings come from public reviews on Google Maps and HappyCow, read by Spinach's own analysis. We never republish the reviews themselves.