Vegetarian Journal's Guide to Vegetarian and Vegan Restaurants in the U.S. and Canada

New York

Albany Amherst Astoria Batavia Bay Shore Beacon Bethpage Binghamton Brewster Bronx Brooklyn Buffalo Centerport Clifton Park Copiague Croton On Hudson Delmar Depew Dewitt East Islip East Rochester Elmont Farmingdale Fayetteville Floral Park Flushing Forest Hills Fresh Meadows Garden City Geneva Glen Cove Glen Oaks Glenmont Glenville Goshen Great Neck Hamburg Harrison Hartsdale Hewlett Hicksville Horseheads Huntington Hyde Park Ithaca Jamaica Johnson City Kerhonkson Kingston Lancaster Latham Laurelton Levittown Lindenhurst Lockport Long Beach Long Island City Lynbrook Millerton Mohegan Lake Montauk Montour Falls New Hartford New Paltz New Rochelle New York Niagara Falls North Greenbush Northport Nyack Oneonta Orchard Park Patchogue Peekskill Pine Bush Pittsford Plainview Pleasantville Port Jefferson Port Jervis Poughkeepsie Queensbury Riverhead Rochester Rockville Centre Sag Harbor Saratoga Saratoga Springs Sayville Schenectady South Richmond Hill Southampton St. James Staten Island Syracuse Tonawanda Troy Valley Stream Wantagh Warwick Watkins Glen West Hempstead West Seneca White Plains Williston Park Woodstock Wurtsboro Yonkers

Albany

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Clifton Park.)

··Bar Vegan

205 Lark St., Albany, NY 12210

518-818-0833

Vegan/bar. Sushi, chili, salads, stuffed avocados, and other delectable dishes are on the menu. This tapas and cocktail bar has a relaxing, romantic, and upbeat ambiance.

··BARE Blends

1475 Western Ave., Albany, NY 12203

518-650-7094

Vegan/juice bar. BARE Blends is proof that food can be both delicious and good for you, which is exactly the mission of this woman-owned juice and smoothie bar that is expanding franchises beyond its original location in Albany, New York. “Bare” may describe the fact that there are no added sugars or preservatives in its food, but the expansive menu of yummy smoothies, refreshing juices, and mouthwatering smoothie bowls is the exact epitome of bare. Menus have some variations depending on location, but examples include the Green Giant Smoothie (pineapple, orange, mango, kale, lime, matcha, ginger, and oat milk); the Tickled Pickle fresh juice (ginger, pineapple, cucumber kale, and lime); and the Banana Cream Pie smoothie bowl, which has a base of banana, cashew cream, and oat milk, topped with banana, plain granola, coconut, golden raisins, and cashew cream. They also offer waffles with toppings and meal-sized salads that can be made into a grain bowl with the addition of whole grain brown rice. And if you’re needing a pick-me-up, grab a coffee and protein blend, such as the Vanilla Coffee Blend, made with coffee, cashew cream, vanilla protein, and oat milk. Let’s hope that BARE Blends continues to grow, because every state in the country needs at least one!

··Bitchin’ Donuts

193 Lark St., Albany, NY 12210

518-487-4341

Vegan/bakery. Along with a variety of donuts, enjoy sandwiches, burritos, coffee, and more.

Druther's Brewing

1053 Broadway, Albany, NY 12204

(518) 650-7996

Brewpub. You can substitute a Beyond Burger for any of their non-veggie burger options. They also indicate items that can be made vegan on their menu such as Wok Fried Rice, several wood-fired pizzas, and several salads.

El Loco Mexican Café

465 Madison Ave., Albany, NY 12210

(518) 436-1855

Mexican. El Loco offers no-lard refried beans, veggie brown Mexican rice, veggie chili and soups, blue cornbread, and a host of items can be prepared vegetarian. The restaurant has a funky atmosphere, outdoor patio dining, and interesting t-shirts.

·Healthy On Lark

274 Lark St., Albany, NY 12210

(518) 650-7755

Vegetarian/café/juice bar. Healthy on Lark serves breakfast and lunch, as well as a wide variety of smoothies, freshly squeezed juices, teas, and desserts. Breakfast is served all day including a Breakfast Burrito! Lunch items include a Vegan BLT, Hummus Wrap, and Bean & Rice Bowl. Vegan and gluten free options are available.

Mamoun's Falafel Restaurant

206 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12210

(518) 434-3901

Middle Eastern. Mamoun's serves creative vegetarian dishes, including cooked spinach with a tahini sauce served over rice, lentils and bulgur served with salad, couscous with steamed vegetables, falafel, hummus, baba ghanouj, stuffed grape leaves, a spicy eggplant dish, and vegetarian sandwiches. Mamoun's is closed on weekdays between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours.

Spinners Pizza & Subs

22 Picotte Dr., Albany, NY 12208

(518) 482-7311

Pizzeria. Spinners is a great place to go for a casual ambiance and tasty vegan comfort food. Their separate vegan menu includes pizzas, seitan chicken parmesan, veggie burgers, and their famous seitan buffalo wings. Spinners also offers weekly dinner specials for families and other large parties.

··Subculture

227 Lark St., Albany, NY 12210

518-326-0334

Vegan. Subculture’s menu is inspired by American comfort foods. The menu features a variety of sandwiches and burgers including a Reuben with pastrami-style seitan, jackfruit tuna salad, and the Philly cheesesteak made with marinated seitan and cheddar wiz. Buffalo and barbeque wings are available on their own and as part of a wing burger.

··Wizard Burger

74 North Pearl St., Albany, NY 12207

(518) 250-9440

Vegan. Although the Wizard Burger might not be magic, its flavorful dishes are out of this world. Satisfy any craving with one of their unique creations from the Second Breakfast Burger, a potato bun topped with an impossible burger patty, just egg scramble, maple syrup, and tater tots, to the Magic-ano, pulled “pork” and an Impossible patty on a potato bun. Or if you are looking for a dessert that will cast a spell on your appetite try the Pixie Storm, sweet potato tater tots piled high with gooey marshmallows, maple syrup, and a chocolate drizzle!

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Amherst

Mighty Taco

9360 Transit Rd., Amherst, NY 14051

(716) 568-1143

1300 Sweet Home Rd., Amherst, NY 14228

(716) 689-5785

3140 Niagara Falls Blvd., Amherst, NY 14228

(716) 695-1899

Mexican. This regional fast food chain is a great solution for those looking for a quick meal. The beans that Mighty Taco uses are vegetarian. All tacos and burritos can be made without cheese upon request.

Taste of India

3093 Sheridan Dr., Amherst, NY 14226

(716) 886-4000

Indian. This restaurant offers the most authentic dishes, each prepared with a variety of spices to create a distinct and individual flavor. Their fresh ingredients are skillfully cooked to preserve a low-fat, high nutritional value and prepared for your taste from mild to medium to hot. All entrées are served with Basmati rice. Be sure to check out their separate vegan menu!

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Astoria

·Healthy Me

30-08 37th St., Astoria, NY 11103

Vegetarian/organic/juice bar. Healthy Me calls itself an Organic Juice Lab. Inside the cafe, you can see a colorful array of fruits and vegetables, from pineapples to carrots, which will make your juices and smoothies. They also offer an espresso bar, with delicate designs of leafs in the cream on top, and breakfast options, such as the organic yogurt and a granola bowl. As Healthy Me says, “it's not a diet, it’s not a phase, it’s a permanent lifestyle change.”

··Urban Vegan Roots

The World Artisan Market, 34-39 31st St., Astoria, NY 11106

516-490-6895

Vegan. They are located in The World Artisan Market, a repurposed warehouse in Astoria, Queens. Well-stocked bar and restaurant offering pizzas, tacos, coconut "shrimp," salad bowls, seitan-based chick-un and waffles, mac and cheese, burgers, sandwiches and more, in a spacious and minimalist interior with the feel of an old-school NYC arts space, or in outdoor seating. Their stage hosts jazz, Latin grooves, singer-songwriter, and reggae music and even Burlesque shows.

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Batavia

··Eden Café & Bakeshop

109 Main St., Batavia, NY 14020

585-815-4487

Vegan café/bakery. Cauliflower wings, buffalo cauliflower wraps, nachos, carrot dogs, burgers, and more may be found on their menu.

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Bay Shore

Tula Kitchen

41 E. Main St., Bay Shore, NY 11706

(631) 539-7183

Natural foods. Tula Kitchen offers some great vegan dishes including the Tempeh Reuben Sandwich, Tofu Veggie Crab Cakes, "Stick To Your Ribs" Tempeh Teriyaki, and the Bean of the Day Burger. Grilled organic tofu can be added to salads and all of their dishes are baked not fried. Tula means balance in Sanskrit, so come to Tula Kitchen to get back in sync with your taste buds.

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Beacon

··Matcha Thomas

179 Main St., Beacon, NY 12508

845-440-6262

Vegan/teahouse. A fast-casual, wellness teahouse offering purposefully crafted matcha (powdered green tea) lattes, seasonally inspired boba (bubble tea) drinks, and occasional classic treats. As a mindful and calming alternative to a typical coffee shop, Matcha Thomas underscores the value of thoughtfully executed menu items that are vegan, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free. Their matcha is a cornerstone of their lineup and is high quality. Be sure to try the hojicha Thomas, milk & matcha, or milk + matcha boba. Expect the smoothest matcha blended with decadently creamy plant milk, accompanied with superbly chewy and slightly sweet tapioca pearls if you choose the boba drink. The teahouse itself is a sensuous delight, with Japanese and Scandinavian-influenced interior design elements, scents of rose and jasmine, and a forest scene projected on the wall in the shop's lounge featuring nature sounds. Moreover, the business is family-owned and veteran-owned.

··Peaceful Provisions

383 Main St., Beacon, NY 12508

845-440-6385

Vegan/donuts. From blueberry-pistachio to passion fruit tea to cinnamon sugar and many more, Peaceful Provisions offers vegan donuts made with quality ingredients—in addition to other pastries. This family owned business also regularly updated their menu, which can be found on their social media sites alongside great pictures.

Sukhothai Restaurant

516 Main St., Beacon, NY 12508

(866) 838-6973

Thai. Sukhothai is a Thai restaurant with some vegetarian and vegan dishes. Some of their veggie selections include Tofu Grapow (fried tofu with Thai sweet basil) and Eggplant Pad Ped. Sukhothai has a more formal atmosphere but with casual dress. The brick walls are lined with beautiful pieces of Thai artwork. The restaurant is only two blocks away from the Howland Cultural Center.

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Bethpage

·Atithi

398 N. Wantagh Ave., Bethpage, NY 11714

516-513-0054

Vegetarian/Indian. A family owned business, Atithi strives to be mindful of health and to create traditional dishes. While many dishes are vegetarian, items on the Indo-Chinese section of the menu can be prepared vegan. Some of the items in this section include: Lemon Coriander and Sweet Corn Soup, various Chowmein Noodle dishes (Veg Hakka, Schezwan or Chilli Garlic), Veg Spring Roll, Veg Momos (steamed or fried dumplings) and a cauliflower dish--Gobi Manchurian (Dry or Garlic) to name a few.

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Binghamton

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Johnson City.)

··Parlor City Vegan

81 Clinton St., Binghamton, NY 13905

Vegan/American. Parlor City Vegan is a former pop-up turned full restaurant. Entrees consist of plate dinners featuring items such as their vegan truffle mac and cheese, fried chicken-style patties, vegan wings, greens, vegan crab cakes, and so on. They also do catering, so if you're hosting a big meal, but don't want to cook, they may have the solution for you!

Whole in the Wall

43 S. Washington St., Binghamton, NY 13903

(607) 722-5138

Natural foods. Whole in the Wall serves tofu, tempeh, and Middle Eastern dishes; fresh-baked breads and bagels; and soups made from scratch. Examples include miso, spicy vegetarian chili, stir-fried vegetables with tofu, tempeh, or both, tempura, and pita pockets. All non-vegetarian items are cooked separately, and the restaurant can accommodate special diets. For dessert, try a slice of pie, made with fresh fruit and a whole-wheat crust. Live music is featured on Friday and Saturday night.

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Brewster

Jaipore Royal India Cuisine

280 Rt. 22, Brewster, NY 10509

(914) 277-3549

Indian. Jaipore is located in an historic Victorian manor and offers more than 15 vegetarian entrées, including rice dishes, freshly baked breads, vegetable curry dishes, and more.

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Bronx

··Mae Mae Café

2417 Third Ave., Bronx, NY 10451

212-337-6098

Vegan/Mexican. Located in the Bruckner building in Mott Haven (South Bronx), this café doubles as a community space and plant store. Sit amidst cozy decor, dominated by lush plants (available to buy) and llama statues, to enjoy mushroom or cabbage tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and sides and appetizers including salads, beans, and tortillas, before moving on to horchata rice pudding or vegan pastries. Committed to serving the Mott Haven community, not just with healthy plant-based meals, but with community gatherings, summer internships for residential high school students, and a CSA from June through November, which brings produce from organic upstate NY Katchkie Farm (which also provides ingredients for the café) to Bronxites.

··Next Stop Vegan

1818 Archer St., Bronx, NY 10460

347-398-8166

Vegan. Enjoy sandwiches, wraps and bowls, and tostones with many veggie “meat” items at this Latina establishment. Some items are served in a fried plantain bowl!

··Vegan Grill

1201 Castle Hill Ave., Bronx, NY 10462

(718) 684-3916

Vegan/deli. Vegan Grill is a corner deli offering a wide array of plant-based foods! Popular dishes include the Taco Nacho Platter, Crispy Chick’n Sandwich, and Beyond Chopped Cheese Sandwich. The eatery also serves a large selection of breakfast items, cold cut sandwiches, and fresh pressed juices.

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Brooklyn

··Amituofo Vegan Cuisine

19 Bogart St., Brooklyn, NY 11206

(718) 366-2288

Vegan. With wall paintings of trees and Buddha, you will immediately feel connected to nature in this cozy spot. Add to that the Asian-fusion style, all vegan menu and you can’t go wrong! From Red Bean Paste Buns, Coconut Shake, Kimchi fries, endless options of soy protein dishes, Veggie Sushi Rolls, Dumplings, Scallion Pancakes, battered King Oyster Mushrooms to savory Pumpkin Soup served all year round. Some may refer to Amituofo Vegan as Vegan Heaven since they also offer a wide selection of desserts, beer, wine and cocktails!

··Aunts Et Uncles

1407 Nostrand Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11226

(347) 295-0001

Vegan. This women-led, black-owned chic café dishes up artistic, beautiful dishes, many using vegan products such as Beyond Meat and Just Egg, and then paired with homemade touches, like their pesto sauce or daily soups. They also offer a variety of drinks, including kombucha, cappuccino, hot chocolate, liquor, wine, and even striking cocktails, such as their Boylan Shirley Temple or Plantation Pineapple. Of their dozens of positive reviews, noteworthy are the comments raving about their vegan lobster roll. It’s seemingly magical taste is based in hearts of palm. Just a block and a half from the Church Avenue subway stock, a 5 minute walk to the Flatbush Public Library branch, and 10 minutes from Prospect Park, Aunts Et Uncles makes a great stop for a small vegan bite any day you’re in the neighborhood.

·BKLYNwild

Time Out Market, 55 Water St., Brooklyn, NY 11201

917-810-4855

Vegetarian. Located in Time Out Market they offer vegan options like “El Vegano” with a chickpea tortilla, vegan cheddar, faux chorizo, and pico de gallo. Another vegan dish is the “Unicorn Bowl,” which contains purple sweet potatoes, lentils, pomegranate, chili coconut yogurt, and mint.

·Bunna Café

1084 Flushing Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11237

(347) 295-2227

Vegetarian/Ethiopian. Bunna Café is focused on bringing a very traditional Ethiopian experience to its diners. You'll notice a huge focus on their coffee and Ethiopian coffee ceremony. Though many of their dishes can be ordered as an entrée, ordering as a combination is typically more popular. All of the main dishes can be ordered to share in groups of two to four. Please note that the entire menu is vegan with the exception of the honey wine. Formerly only a pop-up eatery, Bunna is now in this permanent location in Bushwick. Reservations are accepted.

··Clementine Bakery

299 Greene Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11238

(718) 483-8788

Vegan/bakery. All their baked goods are organic and vegan. Enjoy Danishes, Scones, Cupcakes, Brownies, and so much more. They also serve sandwiches including Tempeh Reuben, Grilled Cheese, and Tempeh Bacon with Lettuce and Avocado. They also have vegan milk shakes during the summer.

··Cloudy Donut Co.

14 Columbia Pl., Brooklyn, NY 11201

347-463-9628

Vegan/donuts. This donut shop started in Baltimore, MD and has now opened in Brooklyn Heights. Choose amongst 8 different flavor donuts each week such as blood orange, red velvet, chocolate glazed, cookies and cream, maple butter pecan, and more.

·Dao Plate

329 Flatbush Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11217

(718) 638-1995

Vegetarian/Asian. Enjoy pan-Asian dishes made with fresh produce. Most items are vegan. Start with Tempura, Steamed Dumplings, various soups, and salads. Also enjoy noodle and rice-based dishes, as well as many main dishes including Tofu Teriyaki, Basil Soy Protein, Malaysian Curry Stew, Orange Seitan, and Cilantro Tofu. Also enjoy organic hot tea, vegan cheese cake, and vegan soy ice cream. They also offer lunch specials.

··Dun-Well Doughnuts

222 Montrose Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11206

(347) 294-0871

Vegan/donuts. Dun-Well Doughnuts is an all-vegan doughnut shop! Flavors rotate but may include Death by Chocolate, Peach Cobbler, Raspberry Cheesecake, Butterfinger, Jelly Filled, and Espresso Mocha. Dun-Well is located in East Williamsburg. Cash only.

··Earthen Vegan

226 7th Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11215

929-387-8020

Vegan. Earthen proudly proclaims "we make all our dishes in house..." and although "Earthen is not a Gluten-free, Nut Free, Soy free facility, most of the dishes are Gluten Free..." Besides Empanadas, Plantains, and Soups, a few of their several Snack choices are: savory, fermented Lentil Pancake Uttapam with either mushrooms, veggies or chickpea 'chorizo,' Masala Vada--Indian spiced potato, fried in chickpea batter with cilantro-avocado chutney, Dosa Batter Cauliflower Wings with vegan ranch, carrots, celery, and your choice of either sweet-chili, bbq, buffalo or lemon pepper sauce to note a few. Some of their many Entrees include Saffron Rice Vegetables & Cashew Cream with a choice of either Lion's Mane, Falafel or 'Meatballs,' Chana Masala featuring Chickpeas in tomato & onion gravy, and moderately spicy Indian seasonings served with basmati rice & pita. Brunch brings tofu scramble Burritos, Pancakes, 'French Toast' or Chick'n & Waffle--Fried Lion's Mane Chick'n with fruit & maple syrup. Declaring their multicultural inspiration, focus on fresh ingredients and cruelty free sustainability, Earthen celebrates the shared human joy of eating.

·Elisa's Love Bites

10 Porter Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11237

(347) 987-4126

Vegetarian/bakery. Thiis is a vegetarian gluten-free bakery with many vegan options including chocolate chip cookies, carrot cake, mocha cake, and more.

··Familiars Vegan Coffee Shop

94 Ralph Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11221

(347) 295-2574

Vegan/coffeehouse. Familiars serves delicious drinks and treats. To drink, order the latte with oat-milk or the chai latte. Familiars also serves Dun Well doughnuts and bagels. Try the beet lox bagel a vegan take on a lox bagel. This bagel is deliciously filled with tofu cream cheese, beets, smoked salt, dills, and capers. If you are in the mood for something sweet, try the chocolate glazed with peanut or French toast. These doughnuts are guaranteed to satisfy any sweet tooth.

··Garden Carver

187 Grand St., Brooklyn, NY 11211

917-909-0558

Vegan. Both a neighborhood plant-based butcher shop offering vegan versions of deli cuts, pulled pork, take-home packages for meat to grill at home and charcuterie boards etc., from a growing list of both small local companies and larger brands, and a diner offering coffee (or beer/wine in the evenings) with comfort food such as breakfast burgers, sandwiches, and pastries. Sit in the bright, simple, flower-filled interior or at picnic benches outside and enjoy a lavender latte with homemade syrup alongside a croissant for breakfast, then stay sitting with your laptop all day, eating spicy rigatoni or a meatball sub for lunch, and French bread pizza with wine for dinner.

·Govinda's Vegetarian Lunch

305 Schermerhorn St., Brooklyn, NY 11217

(718) 855-6714

Vegetarian/Indian. Located inside the Hare Krishna Center. Their buffet menu changes daily. Cash only.

··GreenPot

86 Greenpoint Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11222

Vegan. Owned by two sisters, GreenPot serves up a variety of coffee, pastries, vegan egg salad, sandwiches, and more.

··Grilled!

264 Sudyam, Brooklyn, NY 11237

718-417-1670

Vegan. Locate in the Bushwick section of Brooklyn, Grilled! (a dentist owned establishment) serves burgers, dogs, sandwiches, subs, and sides all at an affordable price. They have a kid's menu and offer shakes and desserts as well.

··Guevara's

39 Clifton Pl., Brooklyn, NY 11238

Vegan. Described as a vegan version of the nearby Mekelburg’s restaurants, Guevara’s is not only a café, but also offers housewares and more within its bright pink walls. Fully vegan donuts, empanadas, sandwiches, nachos, tortas, papas rellenas, and more are available.

··HAMM

234 Union Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11211

212-271-0110

Vegan/Caribbean. Features appetizers, salads, entrées, sides, and desserts. Non-alcoholic drinks also available. Entrées include Bake and Shark (flatbread filled with cabbage, pineapple, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, and banana blossom drizzled with house-made chutneys, served with side of Mango Chow) and Curry Tofu Bowl (curry roasted tofu, sautéed bell peppers, purple cabbage, sweet plantains, and avocado served with quinoa and curry dressing).

··Happy Zoe Vegan Bakery

102 B Nassau Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11222

718-785-9639

Vegan/bakery. Check out Happy Zoe Vegan Bakery for your next fully vegan custom birthday cake or cheesecake! This bakery specializes in vegan and gluten-free cakes, cheesecakes, cookies, doughnuts, and buns. Their decadent, Instagram-worthy cakes include the vegan chocolate vanilla Black Forest cherry cake with vegan cinnamon roll on top, and their vegan gluten-free dark chocolate peanut butter cheesecake. Happy Zoe Vegan Bakery ships their desserts all across the United States, but be sure to check out their shipping policy for each cake, as they cannot ship fresh fruit.

Ital Kitchen

1032 Union St., Brooklyn, NY 11225

(347) 405-9727

Jamaican. A very homey, comfortable, and colorful environment. Friendly staff and good service. Hearty food that is mostly vegan that will leave you full and satisfied including dishes such as Veggie Jerk Chichen Burrito or a Veggie Burger for lunch and Kanoa Salad, Curry Jack Fruit, Turmeric Stew, and Baked Sweet Plantains for dinner.

··Jajaja Plantas Mexicana

119 Kent Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11249

860-479-2872

Vegan/Mexican. JaJaJa's “Fish” Tacos are highly recommended by yelp and facebook reviewers. They also offer dishes such as Jackfruit Tamale, Chorizo Burritio, Brunch Tacos, Rainbow Chard Bowl, Churritos, and so much more.

··le Petit Monstre

82 Washington Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11205

(718) 269-6855

Vegan. Le Petit Monstre is the perfect place to try some handmade vegan pastries ranging from donuts to tarts to cakes and pies! You can also order either savory or sweet dishes during any meal of the day including watermelon salad, avocado toast, mushroom melt, and an artichoke caprese sandwich.

··Loco Coco

152 North 4th St., Brooklyn, NY 11211

917-909-0563

Vegan/juice bar. Loco Coco is a smoothie and juice bar. Acai bowl, purple rain bowl, enter the dragon, fruits bowls, cacao Nibs, and a variety of other treats are available. The team goes above and beyond to please consumers in addition to providing adequate customer service. The smoothies/bowls have the ideal texture, and the contents are always gorgeous and delicious.

·Lotus Vegetarian

249 Church Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11226

718-484-8797

Vegetarian/Asian. Flatbush restaurant offering a variety of East Asian and Southeast Asian classics, along with soups, salads, American comfort food, and freshly made juices. The entire menu is vegetarian, and many options are vegan-friendly. For the latter, consider trying out the Chicken Nuggets, the Scallion Pancake, the Salt and Pepper King Oyster Mushrooms, and the Broccoli with Garlic Sauce. Please note that they aren't handicap-accessible.

·Luanne's Wild Ginger

112 Smith St., Brooklyn, NY 11201

(718) 858-3880

Vegetarian/Asian. LuAnne's Wild Ginger is an elegant and beautiful Pan-Asian restaurant whose menu is based on traditional Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, and Thai cuisines. Almost entirely vegan, their delicious dishes include Pad Thai, Black Pepper Seitan, Mango Soy Protein, and Yam & Taro Tempura. For dessert, the Peanut Butter Bomb is highly recommended. Wild Ginger is in the Cobble Hill/Boerum Hill area of Brooklyn, between Pacific & Dean Streets. Outdoor patio dining is available at the Brooklyn location during warm months.

·Lucky Vegetarian

5101 8th Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11220

(718) 871-0399

Vegetarian/Chinese. Lucky Vegetarian is located in the basement of a Buddhist temple in Brooklyn. It specializes in Buddhist cuisine, having a slogan of “Healthy and happy life, the world will be a better place with love”. Although the restaurant is fully vegetarian, it has received raving reviews by non-vegetarians. The menu includes many vegan options, such as plant-based “chicken”, “pork”, “beef”, and “fish” dishes, as well as tofu and bean curd. The restaurant also accepts reservations for special occasions.

··Mint Vegan

535 Kings Hwy., Brooklyn, NY 11223

(718) 339-0273

Vegan/kosher. Mint Vegan is located in Brooklyn between 4th St & 3rd St in Gravesend, Midwood. With seasonal menus, ingredients are fresh and the high quality of the food matches the impeccable service. Patrons can enjoy guiltless comfort food like the French Lentil-Seitan Roulade, a lentil-leek-seitan rolled in filo with quinoa pilaf, garlic swiss chard, and red and yellow pepper coulis.

··Modern Love Brooklyn

317 Union Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11211

(929) 298-0626

Vegan. Enjoy vegan comfort food including Tempeh Stuffed Avocado, Citrus Beet Salad, Curried Fried Rice, Mac & Shews, Epic Eggplant Lasagna, Death By Chocolate Cheesecake, and Dulce De Leche Cream Pie.

·Natural Blend Juice Bar and Bakery

243 Malcolm X Blvd., Brooklyn, NY 11233

(347) 378-2440

Vegetarian/juice bar. Natural Blend offers a variety of foods and services from an espresso bar and juice bar to fresh pastries every day and a complete menu offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They serve delicious Jamaican style food in a healthy and exciting way. Try the “Ten Years Younger” juice to add a boost to your day or the cornmeal porridge to warm you up on a hot day.

·Newtown

55 Waterbury St., Brooklyn, NY 11206

347-984-6215

Vegetarian/Mediterranean. Looking for a Mediterranean restaurant with a plethora of vegan options? You must try Newtown. From mouthwatering vegan shawarma sandwiches, falafel, and vegan platters, there’s options for everyone. Newtown also has creamy and delicious vegan hummus that is paired with a side of pickles, veggies, and pita.

··Next Level Burger

365 By Whole Foods Market, 292 Ashland Pl., Brooklyn, NY 11217

(347) 384-2277

Vegan/fast food. This fast food burger joint offers only vegan items including a wide variety of burgers, hot dogs, salads, sandwiches, sides, cold press juices, and shakes. They offer kid's meals as well.

··Next Stop Vegan

88 Livingston St., Brooklyn, NY 11201

917-966-6066

Vegan/eclectic. Next Stop Vegan has burgers, burritos, salads, and several Latin dishes on their menu. Sandwiches and burgers include the sweet and spicy oyster mushroom sandwich with homemade chipotle sauce and sweet plantains as well as Cesar’s Philly Cheesesteak made with portobello mushrooms, peppers, onions, and vegan cheeses. The twisted burrito is loaded with seasoned and grilled portobello mushrooms, homemade mac n cheese, vegan beef, and fresh pico de gallo. Other Latin-inspired flavors include crispy mofonguitos (plantain-shredded baskets stuffed with quinoa meat, pico de gallo, and homemade cilantro and chimi sauce), plantakos (soft green plantain tacos), and loaded fries with vegan sausages, jalapeños, pico de gallo, and drizzled with homemade cilantro sauce, mayo, chimi sauce, and tangy BBQ sauce.

··Ornithology Jazz Club

6 Suydam St., Brooklyn, NY 11221

917-231-4766

Vegan. Ornithology serves dishes such as Chana Masala and Chinatown Fried Bowls, as well as tortizza and organic wines from local breweries. It's a fantastic place to listen to live jazz music.

·Perelandra Juice Bar and Kitchen

175 Remsen St., Brooklyn, NY 11201

Vegetarian/juice bar/café. Perelandra Natural Food Center is a store offering a wide variety of natural and certified organic products. This center also has an organic juice bar and kitchen, which serves many options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. For breakfast you can choose from coconut yogurt parfait, tofu-vegetable scramble, and more. During lunch and dinner you can select a daily soup option, rotating entrees, or a variety of sandwiches including a TLT, chickpea salad, or pesto hummus. The TLT features tempeh bacon served with lettuce, tomato, and avocado on a multigrain bread. Each day of the week the dessert menu is rotated, offering many new selections and flavors, including black bean brownies and chocolate truffles. In addition to their meals, they also offer a variety of organic juices, blends, teas, and smoothies.

··Pine Box Rock Shop

12 Grattan St., Brooklyn, NY 11206

(718) 366-6311

Vegan/bar. The Pine Box Rock Shop has the distinction of being in a building that used to house a casket factory. This unique bar has all-vegan beer, wine, and liquor - they make their own vegan versions of cocktails such as Bloody Marys and Irish Creme. They also have a Waffle Brunch on Sundays in the spring and summer, featuring fresh, local farmers markets toppings. They host some live music acts and have a Trivia Night on Wednesdays. Pine Box is located steps from the Morgan Avenue L Station.

·Pitanga

207 Starr St., Brooklyn, NY 11237

(718) 456-1048

Vegetarian café. Everything at Pitanga is vegetarian, and there are a number of vegan options as well. Enjoy café fare like granola, toasts, sandwiches, wraps, and bowls.

··Planta

316 Wythe Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11249

917-338-3845

Vegan/natural foods. Looking for a fancy vegan restaurant for any special occasion? Planta is the place to be! Planta expands the accessibility of fine dining. Choose from a plethora of plant-based dishes created by top-tier chefs including sushi, salads, brick oven pizzas, a house burger, wraps, pasta dishes, and more. Planta is dedicated to a greener future. From sourcing of their restaurant design, PLANTA ensures all of our produce and supplies are delivered sustainably. PLANTA uses reusable containers to reduce waste and their to-go packaging is made from 100% compostable materials. PLANTA is for the planet and plant-powered dining!

··Planted Café

333 Smith St., Brooklyn, NY 11231

Vegan café. Planted Café may have small servings, but that doesn’t stop customers from stopping by to enjoy the large variety of vegan, gluten free, and natural menu items. The plant-based menu rotates with the seasons to offer food when it’s at its prime, and the chefs create different pastries and desserts daily. The next time you’re in the area, stop by to relax and try their popular red quinoa bowl along with what is arguably some of the best coffee in Brooklyn.

··Public Records

233 Butler St., Brooklyn, NY 11217

(347) 529-4869

Vegan/bar. Public Records is a bar, performance space, and vegan cafe located in Brooklyn, NY. The cafe is predominantly a daytime affair, featuring small dishes like rice balls, buckwheat noodles, seaweed snacks, and so on. Come for a light lunch at the cafe, and stay late for the shows!

·Pusu

318 Bedford Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11249

347-889-5555

Vegetarian/Chinese. Pusu, translated to “uncut gems” in Chinese, is a Chinese restaurant aiming to present fresh and unique Chinese dishes with raw and natural elements. The restaurant has an elegant atmosphere with minimalistic designs that draw your attention to the artwork that you find in their dishes, from their appetizers, such as the Tofu Salad, to their entrees, which offer modern meat alternatives in traditional dishes, such as Sweet & Sour Beyond Pork and traditionally vegetarian dishes such as Garlic Shiitake with Vermicelli. Pusu also offers a selection of rice, noodles, and soups and completes the meal with beautiful desserts such as Lotus Root Starch & Sesame Riceball and Pear & Chrysanthemum Jelly Milk. Make sure to stop by Pusu if you want to try adventurous modern gastronomy combined with the elegance and simplicity of traditional Chinese food!

··Ras Plant Based

739 Franklin Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11238

(718) 622-6220

Vegan/Ethiopian. Described as having a “great” atmosphere in reviews, this vegan organic restaurant serves Ethiopian food in Crown Heights. Ras Plant Based aims to be eco-friendly while offering piassa and mercato platters, teff injera as a side, and much more. Additionally, one can enjoy the distinctive paintings that adorn the walls of this restaurant.

·Scoops Ice Cream Parlor

624 Flatbush Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11225

(718) 282-5904

Vegetarian/ice cream parlor. You can get plenty of vegan ice cream scoops at Scoops! Also known as 24 Scoops and Plates, this ice cream parlor offers not only vegan frozen treats, but Caribbean fare, too. Try a scoop of pistachio after enjoying faux 'sausage' with beans & rice. Vegan individuals should be aware that some items contain honey, so inquire further with the staff when ordering. Cash only.

··Screamer's Pizzeria

685 Franklin Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11238

718-623-6000

Vegan/pizzeria. Enjoy a wide variety of vegan pizza including Pepperoni (sauce, seitan pepperoni, and vegan cheese), Hawaiian (vegan ham, pineapple, tomato sauce, vegan cheese, and scallions), Screamer (garlic oil, vegan cheese, cremini and oyster mushrooms, parsley, and almond parmesan), plus others. They also serve vegan garlic knots and calzones.

··Seitan's Helper

2 Morgan Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11237

(929) 298-0160

Vegan café/bakery. Seitan's Helper is a woman owned vegan queer café with amazing pasteries and food. They have a great variety of pastries such as scones, cake donuts, pound cake, and more. In addition they have a variety of breakfast, lunch, and dinner options such as Triple Threat (our pepperoni, salami, and mortadella, with cheese, lettuce, roasted red pepper, onion, pepperoncini, mayo, and vinaigrette on a ciabatta hero), Chickie Caesar Wrap (our chicken with greens, sun dried tomato, onion, croutons, house-made caesar, parm cheese on a wrap), and Hammy (our ham, tofu scramble, cheese, hollandaise, and spicy ketchup on a roll). They are located just north of Flushing Avenue.

··Shangri-La Vegetarian

7400 3rd Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11209

(718) 836-0333

Vegan/Asian. This restaurant is located in the Bay Ridge Area of Brooklyn. Shangri-La offers Asian cuisine with a modern healthy twist. Enjoy dishes including the General Tso’s Soy Protein (Breaded medallions of sautéed soy protein with steamed broccoli in a spicy brown sauce) or Pineapple Fried Rice (Brown rice sautéed with sunflower seeds, broccoli and browned tofu topped with diced avocado) with one of their many fresh iced or hot teas. Order online for a speedy delivery.

··Slutty Vegan

690 Fulton St., Brooklyn, NY 11217

Vegan. The Slutty Vegan serves creative vegan burgers and hot sandwiches.

·The Butcher's Daughter

271 Metropolitan Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11211

(347) 763-1421

Vegetarian/juice bar/café. See description under New York, NY entry.

··The V-Spot

156 5th Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11217

(718) 622-2275

Vegan/international. The V-Spot offers an eclectic all-vegan menu of salads, soups, pastas, wraps, burgers, and entrées. Many items are gluten & wheat free or can be made so. Don't miss their weekend brunch which includes tofu scramble, whole wheat pancakes, and home fries. The V-Spot has a beautiful outdoor patio for warm weather dining.

··Toad Style

93 Ralph Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11221

Vegan. Located in the Bedford-Stuyvesant section of Brooklyn, this vegan establishment serves dishes such as Mediterranean Kale Salad, Pizza Fries, Fried Cauliflower, a Banh Mi sandwich, BBQ Pulled Jackfruit sandwich, vegan grilled cheese, and more.

·Tofubox

632 Grand St., Brooklyn, NY 11211

(718) 388-4232

Vegetarian/Asian. Flavor, flavor and more flavor! Tofubox serves a large variety of customizable tofuboxes, appetizers, soups, salads and desserts. General Tso's tofu gets rave reviews across the board for being crunchy on the outside, light yet juicy on the inside with sauce that is sweet but not too sweet and served with enough at the bottom to dip your rice into! Add to it three different kinds of mushrooms, garlic broccoli, pickled radishes, sweet taro cubes and yam.

··Uptown Veg

364 Lewis Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11233

718-484-3586

Vegan/juice bar. Enjoy wraps, burgers, sandwiches, salads, pastries and other desserts.

·Vegetarian Palate

603 Washington Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11238

(718) 623-8808

Vegetarian/Chinese. Known simply as VP by regular customers, Vegetarian Palate offers veggie Chinese cuisine, including spring rolls, mock meat dishes, and noodle dishes. And you may want to save room for some soy ice cream for dessert!

·Wild Ginger

182 N. 10th St., Brooklyn, NY 11211

(718) 218-8828

Vegetarian/Asian. Wild Ginger is an intimate and low-key Pan-Asian restaurant whose menu is based on traditional Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, and Thai cuisines. Almost completely vegan, their tasty dishes include Smoked Teriyaki Seitan, Sweet Citrus Soy Protein, Cilantro Tofu, and Malaysian Curry Stew. Make sure to check out their great lunch specials. And no meal would be complete without a slice of vegan chocolate cheesecake. Yum! Reservations are required on weekends. Wild Ginger is located in the Williamsburg area of Brooklyn, between N. 5th & N. 6th Streets.

·Zed Eats and Drinks

675 Flatbush Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11225

Vegetarian. This vegan-friendly vegetarian restaurant offers American, Caribbean, and Mexican dishes, Salads, Sandwiches, Juices, Smoothies, and Desserts.

·Zen Vegetarian House

773 Flatbush Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11226

(718) 282-2255

Vegetarian/Asian Fusion. Serves a wide array of foods from scallion pancakes to mango soy “chicken” to wonton soup. They also serve highly recommended soy milkshakes and vegan cheesecakes.

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Buffalo

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Amherst, Depew, Hamburg, Lockport, Niagara Falls, Orchard Park, Tonawanda, and Williamsville.)

·Amy's Place

3234 Main St., Buffalo, NY 14214

(716) 832-6666

Vegetarian. Enjoy Falafel Sandwich, Veggie Chili, Grape Leaves, Grilled Cheese, and more. The restaurant is located in the University Heights neighborhood of Buffalo.

·Go Veggies Café

1290 Sheridan Dr., Buffalo, NY 14217

(716) 908-2778

Vegetarian/café. Go Veggies Café serves a variety of fare, including six different kinds of veggie burgers. They also have a flavorful selection of vegetarian and vegan soups and curries, and most of their other menu items can be made gluten-free or dairy-free.

Mighty Taco

2363 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14216

716-871-8670

1039 McKinley Pkwy., Buffalo, NY 14220

(716) 240-9856

396 Kenmore Ave, Buffalo, NY 14223

(716) 834-4647

Mexican. See description under Amherst, NY.

Saigon Café

520 Elmwood Ave., Buffalo, NY 14222

(716) 883-1252

Vietnamese/Thai. Saigon Café, located in Buffalo's trendy Elmwood district, offers some of the best cuisine that southeast Asia has to offer. The menu features a "Vegetarian Corner" with such specialties as Vegetable Rainbow, Tamarind Tofu, Basil Noodles, and Vegetable Green Curry.

··Strong Hearts Buffalo

295 Niagara St., Buffalo, NY 14201

716-635-1777

Vegan. Launching from the original Strong Hearts in Syracuse, Strong Hearts Buffalo opened in Summer 2022, on the city’s west side. Take advantage of the free street parking and then be prepared to enjoy comfort food that reminds us that vegans can have our cake—and our burgers, fries, and milkshakes—and eat them, too. Whether you are seeking comfort in its truest sense—think Loaded Fries, Mac N’ Cheese, or a Wild West Beyond Burger—or you are grabbing some greens in a Thai Tofu or a Summer Spinach salad, Strong Hearts Buffalo has something for everyone. You may very well be distracted from the food, however, by the number of milkshake options. It is no wonder they need a “Master of Milkshakes” on staff, to serve up their tasty concoctions including Orange Julius, Maple Vanilla Oreo, and Cookie Dough Espresso.

··Sunshine Vegan Eats

893 Jefferson Ave., Buffalo, NY 14204

(716) 725-0284

Vegan/American. Close to downtown Buffalo, Sunshine Vegan Eats is a cheery spot for lunch or dinner. Choose from comfort foods like tacos, burgers, wraps, and sandwiches or opt for a basket of wings or a breakfast platter. The carrot tuna, a popular appetizer, is served with chips. The restaurant also offers freshly-pressed juices and juice blends, plus creative smoothies and milkshakes. Parking is located in front. For takeout or delivery, use the restaurant’s app or a delivery service.

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Centerport

··Cindy Snacks

90A Washington Dr., Centerport, NY 11721

631-972-7538

Vegan. Cindy Snacks is much more than just a café, bakery, and deli because they also have a whole market! If you are looking for some good vegan snacks they are the place to go! You can grab some morning coffee, sandwiches, and a donut or two while also stuffing your pantry with fun vegan snacks. They put a lively turn on the pink-and-white aesthetic.

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Clifton Park

Antipasto's Vegetarian Bistro & Wine Bar

1028 Rt. 146, Clifton Park, NY 12065

(518) 383-1209

Italian. This restaurant has been called "a vegetarian's delight," and with good reason. Most dishes have wheat-free pasta options and/or can be altered to suit vegan guests. The menu includes appetizers, an "always vegetarian friendly" soup of the day, salads, and vegetarian versions of classic pasta dishes. In addition to traditional toppings, you can choose items like chick peas, pine nuts, and veggie bacon, pepperoni, sausage, or meatballs for a gourmet pizza. Cash or check only; there is an ATM outside their front door.

··BARE Blends

15 Clifton County Rd., Clifton Park, NY 12065

518-280-9815

Vegan/juice bar. BARE Blends is proof that food can be both delicious and good for you, which is exactly the mission of this woman-owned juice and smoothie bar that is expanding franchises beyond its original location in Albany, New York. “Bare” may describe the fact that there are no added sugars or preservatives in its food, but the expansive menu of yummy smoothies, refreshing juices, and mouthwatering smoothie bowls is the exact epitome of bare. Menus have some variations depending on location, but examples include the Green Giant Smoothie (pineapple, orange, mango, kale, lime, matcha, ginger, and oat milk); the Tickled Pickle fresh juice (ginger, pineapple, cucumber kale, and lime); and the Banana Cream Pie smoothie bowl, which has a base of banana, cashew cream, and oat milk, topped with banana, plain granola, coconut, golden raisins, and cashew cream. They also offer waffles with toppings and meal-sized salads that can be made into a grain bowl with the addition of whole grain brown rice. And if you’re needing a pick-me-up, grab a coffee and protein blend, such as the Vanilla Coffee Blend, made with coffee, cashew cream, vanilla protein, and oat milk. Let’s hope that BARE Blends continues to grow, because every state in the country needs at least one!

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Copiague

··3 Brothers Vegan Café

1038 Montauk Hwy., Copiague, NY 11726

(631) 464-4328

Vegan. Features appetizers, pastas, entrees, and wood fired pizzas including Buffalo Cauliflower, Polena Fries, Fried Mac n' Cheese Balls, Kale Caesar Salad, Baked Ziti, Manicotti, Seitan Parmesan, BBQ Pulled Jackfruit Pizza, and so much more, They make all of their cheeses such as fresh cashew mozzarella, cashew milk cheddar, cashew parmesan, macadamia feta, cashew tofu ricotta, cashew bleu cheese, and more! They also make their own desserts.

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Croton On Hudson

Raga Indian Cuisine

44 Maple St., Croton On Hudson, NY 10520

914-271-5060

Indian. Be sure to check out their separate vegan menu! Try Chana Masala, Aloo Govi, Bhindi do Pyrara, Gaingan Bharta, Vegetabale Vindaloo, and more.

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Delmar

·Rooted + Rind

14 Booth Rd., Delmar, NY 12054

Vegetarian. Enjoy smoothies, salads, Acai bowls, breakfast sandwiches, and more.

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Depew

Mighty Taco

1435 French Rd., Depew, NY 14043

(716) 656-0721

Mexican. See description under Amherst, NY.

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Dewitt

Dosa Grill

4467 E Genesee St., Dewitt, NY 13214

(315) 445-5555

Indian. Dosa Grill is an Indian restaurant in Syracuse that features both Southern and Northern cuisine. Although the restaurant is not vegetarian, veggie-friendly options are available. Some vegan friendly options include dosa, vada, idli, puri, roti, vegetable pakora, chana masala, and aloo gobi masala, and eggplant masala.

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East Islip

··Nefista

91 E. Main St., East Islip, NY 11730

631-228-3500

Vegan. Enjoy vegan Turkish dishes including Kofte, lavash bread, herbed chickpeas, hummus, and baklava. They also serve sushi, tacos, and bowls. Please note that they may offer a yogurt based non-vegan beverage in the cooler.

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East Rochester

··Holly Cake House

300 Main St., Ste. 25, East Rochester, NY 14445

585-310-7728

Vegan/café/bakery. Hollycake House is a café-style cake house that not only has gorgeous vegan cakes, but also vegan breakfast and lunch. Some of the cakes they offer include Vanilla Cookies & Cream Cake and Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cake. For breakfast and lunch they offer items such as Avocado Toast, Fruit & Yogurt Parfait, and Chick’n Salad, as well as bakery items like jumbo muffins and danishes. On their coffee menu, Holly Cake House has everything from lattes to frappuccinos. Their bakery offers gluten-free options.

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Elmont

··Toma-Tis

796 Mecham Ave., Elmont, NY 11003

516-599-0891

Vegan/Jamaican. Toma-tis is a plant-based restaurant that serves vegan Caribbean food such as Jackfruit BBQ, Vegan Oxtails, Jerk Chicken, Curry chickpeas, Plantains, and more. They only utilize natural products, including spices and condiments. The workers are quite courteous, cheerful, and informed. When placing an order online, the eatery is called "Liv in Vegan."

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Farmingdale

3 Brothers Pizza Café

75 Merritts Rd., Farmingdale, NY 11735

(516) 755-1100

Pizzeria. 3 Brothers Pizza Café is unlike most pizzerias as it offers two menus: a regular one and one which is fully-vegan! One of the 3 brothers that the restaurant is named for is vegan, and he felt that good vegan food was needed in Long Island. The full vegan menu includes appetizers, salads, pasta, entrées, pizza (create your own & specialty), calzones, and hoagies. Pizza toppings include Tempeh Bacon, Soy Pepperoni, Seitan Meatballs, Seitan Sausage, Grilled Eggplant, and Grilled Portobello Mushrooms. There are vegan cheeses to choose from as well. Don't miss the popular vegan brunch on the weekend; foods include Tofu Benedict, Tofu Omelet, Scrambled Tofu, Tempeh Bacon, and Seitan Sausage.

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Fayetteville

Wegmans Market Café

6789 E. Genesee St., Fayetteville, NY 13066

(315) 446-1180

Natural foods store/café. The café inside Wegmans Market is quite spectacular. Feast on pasta, Chinese dishes, pizza, and more.

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Floral Park

·Honest Restaurant

258-03 Hillside Ave, Floral Park, NY 11040

718-675-4500

Vegetarian/Indian. At Honest Restaurant you will find authentic Indian cuisine. They started as a family street cart based in Ahmedabad. You can now find them in Canada and various locations in the United States. All dishes are cooked to order, and you’ll never find frozen or processed foods here! Samosas, dosas, vegetable dal, and rice dishes are all great options to try! If you’re vegan, ask if the food is cooked with ghee, cheese, or yogurt, and if it can be prepared without them. You will also find interesting menu items such as pizza, sandwiches, and Indian Chinese dishes.

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Flushing

·Bodhi Village

136-20 Booth Memorial Ave, Flushing, NY 11355

718-683-9045

Vegetarian/Chinese/kosher. Bodai Vegetarian is a unique dining experience. All food preparation is monitored by rabbis and prepared in accordance with Jewish law. Patrons may wish to try the Braised Bean Curd Roll with Shiitake Mushroom, Sliced Dry Pressed Bean Curd with Black Pepper Sauce, or the Crispy Shredded Shiitake Mushroom & Broccoli with Brown Sauce. Only one meal on the menu is made with eggs.

·Dosa Hutt

4563 Bowne St., Flushing, NY 11355

(718) 961-5897

Vegetarian/Indian. This affordable establishment offers masala dosas, traditional breads, and other South Indian foods.

·Hindu Temple Canteen

143-09 Holly Ave., Flushing, NY 11355

718-460-8493

Vegetarian/Indian. Looking for authentic South Indian Cuisine? The Hindu Temple Canteen might just be the place for you! This canteen is in the basement of the Ganesh Temple in the Flushing neighborhood of Queens. Served in cafeteria style in a brightly lit basement, their popular items include Idli, Vada, Samosa, 13 types of Dosas, and 9 types of Masalas with plenty of gluten-free options. All come with the traditional vegetable sambar and coconut chutney. Trying to satisfy your sweet tooth, they’ve got you covered with their Rasmalai, Jangiri, Soft Mysore Pak, and Rava Kesari (Saturday-only). They have specials for Saturday and Sunday. For beverages, they serve Madras Coffee, Mango Lassi, Masala Tea, hot chocolate, coffee, tea, and much more!

Queens Health Emporium

159-01 Horace Harding Expy., Flushing, NY 11365

(718) 358-6500

Natural foods store. This natural foods store offers a variety of hot and cold items, many using organic vegetables. The menu is veggie except for tuna salad. Entrées are available for take-out, and upstairs seating is also offered.

·Vege Eats

4546 162nd St., Flushing, NY 11358

(718) 353-5090

Vegetarian. Vege Eats is a vegetarian specialty food store that is mostly vegan. They feature an extensive selection of mock meats including what you would expect - ham, beef, chicken - to unusual items like mutton, duck, abalone, squid, and lobster. Nearly every meat alternative comes in multiple flavors. They also sell tofu, vege balls, and other frozen & dry products.

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Forest Hills

·Red Pipe Café

71-60 Austin St, Forest Hills, NY 11375

(718) 224-8359

Vegetarian/organic. Relaxed cafe with all-organic vegetarian food and live music. Featured items include a hummus sandwich, a quinoa, almond, and cranberry salad, bagels, granola, soups, and a selection of sweet and savory vegan pastries.

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Fresh Meadows

··Amitabha Vegan

6824 Fresh Meadow Ln., Fresh Meadows, NY 11365

718-461-2100

Vegan. Amitabha Vegan features Chinese-Style Asian Fusion cuisine! The restaurant is located in the heart of Queens and offers a wide selection of vegan Chinese foods. Generous-sized portions and delicious flavors are offered for reasonable prices. The pepper & salt king mushrooms, general Tso “chicken,” and roasted “pork” are widely recommended and just a sliver of the variety they offer. This woman-owned, family-oriented restaurant delivers a unique vegan experience!

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Garden City

Akbar

2 South St., Garden City, NY 11530

(516) 357-8300

Indian. Akbar has a good vegetarian selection with at least four vegan entrées; three others have some dairy. Outdoor seating is available. Akbar is closed between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours. Reservations are accepted.

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Geneva

··FLX Vegan

368 Exchange St., Geneva, NY 14456

315-280-8761

Vegan. They share a space with the Captains Café in the heart of the Finger Lakes, Dishes offered include nachos, tacos, Big Joe burger, chickpea salad wrap, peach cobbler, and more.

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Glen Cove

Rising Tide Natural Market

42 Forest Ave., Glen Cove, NY 11542

(516) 676-7895

Natural foods store. This take-out only market makes a huge variety of vegan salads and sandwiches, including Lemon Seitan, Tofu Teriyaki, barbecue tempeh, and vegetarian chili.

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Glen Oaks

·Hillside Dosa Hutt

258-15 Hillside Ave., Glen Oaks, NY 11004

(718) 414-4780

Vegetarian/Indian. This venue offers 36 different kinds of dosas, a crispy crepe made from fermented batter. The Pondicherry dosa gets high marks for its crisp wrapper, shredded vegetables, and spiciness. The adventuresome can try the upma dosa, filled with spiced cream of wheat (a late breakfast?). They also offer a number of Uthappam, which is more like a pancake with the ingredients baked right into the batter. Sides of 7 different kinds of rice dishes are also available. Appetizers like vada (fritters) or samosa can kick off your meal.

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Glenmont

··BARE Blends

380 Fuera Bush Rd., Glenmont, NY 12077

518-621-7975

Vegan/juice bar. BARE Blends is proof that food can be both delicious and good for you, which is exactly the mission of this woman-owned juice and smoothie bar that is expanding franchises beyond its original location in Albany, New York. “Bare” may describe the fact that there are no added sugars or preservatives in its food, but the expansive menu of yummy smoothies, refreshing juices, and mouthwatering smoothie bowls is the exact epitome of bare. Menus have some variations depending on location, but examples include the Green Giant Smoothie (pineapple, orange, mango, kale, lime, matcha, ginger, and oat milk); the Tickled Pickle fresh juice (ginger, pineapple, cucumber kale, and lime); and the Banana Cream Pie smoothie bowl, which has a base of banana, cashew cream, and oat milk, topped with banana, plain granola, coconut, golden raisins, and cashew cream. They also offer waffles with toppings and meal-sized salads that can be made into a grain bowl with the addition of whole grain brown rice. And if you’re needing a pick-me-up, grab a coffee and protein blend, such as the Vanilla Coffee Blend, made with coffee, cashew cream, vanilla protein, and oat milk. Let’s hope that BARE Blends continues to grow, because every state in the country needs at least one!

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Glenville

··BARE Blends

262 Saratoga Rd., Glenville, NY 12302

518-280-0544

Vegan/juice bar. BARE Blends is proof that food can be both delicious and good for you, which is exactly the mission of this woman-owned juice and smoothie bar that is expanding franchises beyond its original location in Albany, New York. “Bare” may describe the fact that there are no added sugars or preservatives in its food, but the expansive menu of yummy smoothies, refreshing juices, and mouthwatering smoothie bowls is the exact epitome of bare. Menus have some variations depending on location, but examples include the Green Giant Smoothie (pineapple, orange, mango, kale, lime, matcha, ginger, and oat milk); the Tickled Pickle fresh juice (ginger, pineapple, cucumber kale, and lime); and the Banana Cream Pie smoothie bowl, which has a base of banana, cashew cream, and oat milk, topped with banana, plain granola, coconut, golden raisins, and cashew cream. They also offer waffles with toppings and meal-sized salads that can be made into a grain bowl with the addition of whole grain brown rice. And if you’re needing a pick-me-up, grab a coffee and protein blend, such as the Vanilla Coffee Blend, made with coffee, cashew cream, vanilla protein, and oat milk. Let’s hope that BARE Blends continues to grow, because every state in the country needs at least one!

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Goshen

··Thank Goodness It's Vegan

27 West Main St., Goshen, NY 10924

(845) 615-9446

Vegan. Thank Goodness It’s Vegan offers a variety of American vegan comfort foods and desserts. Some examples of food that they have are Tofu Scrambles, vegan BLT, Sesame Teriyaki Littles, Chocolate Encased Cannoli, and more.

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Great Neck

·Zen Garden

1 Great Neck Rd., Great Neck, NY 11021

(516) 829-0038

Vegetarian/Chinese. Zen Garden is an all-vegetarian Chinese-American restaurant with vegan options. There are a variety of Chinese dishes, of course, such as Am Po Tofu, Kung Pao Chicken, Tofu with Mixed Vegetables, and so on. There are also more traditional American-style options as well, including burgers and wraps. Several kinds of vegan and non-vegan cake are available for desert as well.

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Hamburg

Mighty Taco

5999 S. Park Ave., Hamburg, NY 14075

(716) 649-8177

Mexican. See description under Amherst, NY.

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Harrison

··Pureganic Café

305 Halstead Ave., Harrison, NY 10528

914-967-2332

Vegan/organic. Select from several Starters such as Sweet Potato Nachos graced by melted cheese, beans, Kalamata olives and many traditional Nacho fixings. Up for Pizza? Choose from Pesto, Sausage and Peppers, Margherita, or Truffle Mushroom–an Almond-Ricotta pie drizzled with Truffle Oil. You can opt for Fresh Made Quinoa or Chickpea Pasta dishes such as Penne ala Bolognese with a lentil mushroom sauce and a few others. Big Bowl selections are abundant. To name a couple, the colorful Ramen Salad Bowl features cabbages and watermelon relish. Super Bowl includes your choice of tofu or Portobello and fermented options like kimchi or sauerkraut, as well as crispy sweet potatoes, cabbage and greens. The array of Burgers is equally generous. Portobello Mushroom Cheezesteak crowned with sautéed onions and peppers. There’s also a Falafel Wrap with Almond Hummus, a Tofu or Portobello Focaccia Panini with roasted peppers, eggplant, tomato, balsamic glaze with fresh basil and many more. All buns and patties are listed as “house made.” There’s a bevy of baked goods, from savory breads, bagels, and quiche, to healthier versions of many favorite Desserts like Coconut and Almond Macaroons, Chocolate Chia pudding, muffins, cookies and brownies. There’s even Raspberry or plain Cheezecake, non-dairy cream cheese frosted Carrot Cupcakes, as well as Coconut and Chocolate Truffles. In a hurry. Pureganic is across from the train station and has Free parking in their lot.

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Hartsdale

·Masala Kraft Café

206 E. Hartsdale Ave., Hartsdale, NY 10530

(914) 722-4300

Vegetarian/Indian. Masala Kraft Café is an all-vegetarian restaurant featuring authentic Indian cuisine in a contemporary setting. The chefs create gourmet dishes from a colorful array of spices and herbs. Try menu items like Masala Dosa, Chana Bhatura, and Samosas. Make sure to ask about the Daily Special.

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Hewlett

Geffen Gourmet

407 Mill Rd., Hewlett, NY 11557

(516) 791-5000

Middle Eastern/Kosher. Enjoy Israeli-style hummus and falafel sandwiches or platters, vegan shawarma, delicious salads, and more. Extra parking is available behind the building.

Little Fu's

1739 Peninsula Blvd., Hewlett, NY 11557

(516) 295-2888

Chinese/Japanese. Little Fu's offers healthy Chinese and Japanese cuisine with a tremendous selection of vegetarian and vegan dishes. Enjoy creative tofu and gluten dishes, vegetable or noodle entrées, delicious soups, brown rice, plus much more. Little Fu's is located in a shopping center where Valley Stream, Lynbrook, and Hewlett meet.

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Hicksville

·Chennai Dosas

128 Broadway, Hicksville, NY 11801

(516) 681-5151

Vegetarian/Indian. Chennai Dosas offers South Indian vegetarian cuisine. Prices are very reasonable and the daily lunch buffet is not to be missed. The restaurant is closed on weekdays between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours.

·Dosa World

355 S. Broadway, Hicksville, NY 11801

516-390-4444

Vegetarian/Indian. Enjoy a wide variety of Northen and Southern Indian food incuding dosas, thali, alu gobi, alu baigan, uttapam, bhindi masala, and much more!

·Rajbhog Café

351 South Broadway, Hicksville, NY 11801

516-513-0939

Vegetarian/Indian. The Rajbhog Café offers an expansive menu, filled with Indian snacks, treats, and meals! The entirely vegetarian café also offers many vegan options. If you're looking for a light snack, try the pakora, samosas, or spring rolls. For a more filling meal, try the Chole Puri or the Aloo Kathi Roll. Friday through Sunday, and on holidays, Rajbhog also offers a rotating lunch buffet so you can get your delicious food quick and easy! Don’t forget to grab some traditional Bengali sweets on your way out.

·Saravanaa Bhavan

Delco Plaza, 285 S. Broadway, Hicksville, NY 11801

(516) 261-7755

Vegetarian/Indian. See description under New York entry.

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Horseheads

··Grandma’s Kitchen

Arnot Mall Food Court, 3300 Chambers Rd., Horseheads, NY 14845

607-526-5062

Vegan café/bakery. The menu at Grandma’s Kitchen is built around locally sourced dishes made from scratch. Adding a personal touch, many selections are vegan versions of family recipes. One of their Hot Plates, Shepherd's Pie, combines grilled Impossible hamburger mixed with tomato and grilled chopped onions covered in green beans, topped with house made mashed potatoes and melted cheddar cheese. Hot Sandwiches include: Impossible Hamburger Sloppy Joe and barbecued Pulled Pork with their creamy coleslaw and pickles. Both feature house made sweet and tangy barbecue sauce. Cold Sandwich options are Egg Salad made with mustard and fresh dill or Grilled Daring Chicken Salad mixed with Dijon mustard, celery, and red grapes. Both include vegan mayo and come with lettuce, tomato, and onion. They offer a Kids’ Menu featuring Impossible Hot Dogs or Macaroni and Cheese. Two kinds of Bread baked from scratch, a few Sides, as well as Salads and Soups are also available. Grandma’s Kitchen serves Brunch on the weekend from 10am until supplies run out. Choices include Quiche of the Day made with Cheddar and a house made buttery crust, made from scratch Cinnamon Roll with cream cheese frosting, Tofu Scramble with peppers, onions, mushrooms, and light curry seasoning, Homefries and Breakfast Sausage. Consider leaving room for Dessert. There are lots of choices! Pies, Brownies, Dessert Bars, Cheesecake Bars, Cookies, and Cupcakes vary daily..

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Huntington

··Real Food, Real People

249 Main St., Huntington, NY 11743

(631) 425-7325

Vegan/café. Real Food, Real People is an Organic Eatery that turns food into art. Their plating and food presentation is spectacular. They specialize in wraps and bowls, and offer treats such as ice pops. The Mango-cado wrap and the Thai Peanut Zoodle bowl are particularly tasty according to Yelp reviewers.

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Hyde Park

··Emy Delights & Bites Café

4322 Albany Post Rd., Hyde Park, NY 12538

(845) 233-4393

Vegan café/bakery. Emy Delights & Bites Café was opened by Culinary Institute of America graduate Emily Horta. Emily started in business with EMY D’s Allergy Friendly Desserts and has expanded her food palette to include breakfast and lunch. All products are made without soy, wheat, gluten, dairy, eggs, tree nuts, peanuts, and sesame. Along with delicious handmade gourmet chocolates, Emy’s also offers many grab and go options as well as outside seating. The menu has salads; a variety of Hummus, Avocado and “Sweet” Toast offerings; sandwiches; and smoothies and smoothie bowls. The real stars, it seems to this reviewer, are Emy’s amazing desserts, which vary from day to day.

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Ithaca

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Freeville and Trumansburg.)

··Angelhearts Diner

401 East State St., Ste. G2, Ithaca, NY 14850

(607) 319-4205

Vegan/diner. Angelhearts Diner aims to offer every customer, vegan or not, a delicious comfort food experience. They have holiday specials, but also have consistent menu items like soy mozzarella sticks, vegan buttered biscuits, and a beet burger salad. The diner is decorated with a black, white, and blue palate and each customer can recognize the classic checkered floor tile pattern that decorates Angelhearts Diner.

Collegetown Bagels

329 Pine Tree Rd., East Hill Plaza, Ithaca, NY 14850

(607) 273-1036

420 College Ave., Ithaca, NY 14850

(607) 273-0982

301 E. State St., Ithaca, NY 14850

(607) 273-2848

Café/bakery. The sandwiches are made with everything from portobello mushrooms to seitan to avocado. They also offer bagels with Tofutti cream "cheese."

Ithaca Bakery

400 N. Meadow St., Ithaca, NY 14850

(607) 273-7110

Café/bakery. This bakery is located on Rt. 13 in the historic west end of Ithaca. Besides breads and pastries, they have a selection of vegetarian sandwiches, including the Cayuga Croissant (with avocado, tomato, mushrooms, sprouts, and parsley-garlic dressing), Michigan Hollow (marinated portobello with roasted red peppers and dressing on multi-grain), and Varna Vegan (lemon teriyaki seitan on oatmeal wheat bread with fresh spinach, tomato, and balsamic vinaigrette).

Moosewood Restaurant

DeWitt Building, 215 N. Cayuga St., Ithaca, NY 14850

(607) 273-9610

Natural foods. Moosewood is a cooperatively owned and managed restaurant with a menu that changes often.The menu offers a variety of dishes including Organic White Quinoa Salad, Spicy Coconut Curry and a Black Bean Burger. Also enjoy a daily vegan soup. There is a friendly ambiance, and seasonal outdoor terrace dining is available.

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Jamaica

·Annam Brahma

8443 164th St., Jamaica, NY 11432

(718) 523-2600

Vegetarian/Indian. Annam Brahma, inspired by the spiritual teacher Sri Chinmoy, is a completely vegetarian restaurant. Although primarily Indian, cuisines from all over the world are also offered. Make sure to try their all-you-can-eat international smorgasbord on Sundays. They also have an extensive selection of specialty beverages. Cash only.

·Smile of the Beyond

8614 Parsons Blvd., Ste. A, Jamaica, NY 11432

(718) 739-7453

Vegetarian/diner. Unlike a typical diner, where the only options for vegetarians and vegans are fruit or toast, Smile of the Beyond is all-vegetarian! Breakfast includes pancakes and meat substitutes like soy bacon and soy sausage. If you are in more of a lunch mood, try one of their sandwiches, salads, or soups. Located just up the hill from the Parsons Boulevard 'F' train stop, it's hard to believe this vegetarian diner started out as an ice cream parlor. Cash only.

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Johnson City

Health Beat Natural Foods & Deli

214 Main St., Johnson City, NY 13790

(607) 797-1001

Natural foods store/deli. This deli is located in the back of a natural foods store. Both hot entrées and cold dishes are available.

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Kerhonkson

··The Baba Bodega

5938 US Rt. 209, Kerhonkson, NY 12446

Vegan. Baba Bodega serves 100% seasonally fresh food at Kerhonkson's Starlife Motel. Baba Bodega offers grab-and-go sandwiches, salads, and local vegan snax, among other things.

··The Baba Food Truck

5938 US Rt. 209, Kerhonkson, NY 12446

Vegan/food truck. Baba is a mobile food truck that serves 100% seasonally fresh food at The Starlife motel in Kerhonkson. The menu includes pizza margherita, jerk tofu sandwich, BABA burga, dumplings, and much more.

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Kingston

·Moonburger

5 Powells Ln., Kingston, NY 12401

845-663-2933

Vegetarian/fast food. Moonburger is a burger restaurant with a drive-through window. Their small menu consists of golden, crispy fries, two burgers including the traditional burger with griddled Impossible meat, double onion, dill pickle, and crunchy iceberg lettuce, the MB Brownie Batter shake made with Elmhurst 1925 oat milk, and their rich, handcrafted chocolate ganache are all available.

Sissy's Café

324 Wall St., Kingston, NY 12401

(845) 514-2336

American. Sissy’s Café offers raw juices, smoothies, salads, paninis and “classic” deli sandwiches. Lots of vegan options to choose from, as well as gluten-free items. They also offer breakfast items and soups. They have iced and hot coffee and tea, kombucha, natural sodas, and micro brew beers. This is a go to eatery for vegan dishes when in Kingston. The food is always fresh and delicious and the owners and staff couldn’t be nicer. Their soups are especially wonderful!

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Lancaster

··Balanced Bite

5476 Broadway St., Lancaster, NY 14086

Vegan café. Enjoy smoothies, fancy toasts, salads, sandwiches, and more.

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Latham

··BARE Blends

664 New Loudon Rd., Latham, NY 12180

518-713-4004

Vegan/juice bar. BARE Blends is proof that food can be both delicious and good for you, which is exactly the mission of this woman-owned juice and smoothie bar that is expanding franchises beyond its original location in Albany, New York. “Bare” may describe the fact that there are no added sugars or preservatives in its food, but the expansive menu of yummy smoothies, refreshing juices, and mouthwatering smoothie bowls is the exact epitome of bare. Menus have some variations depending on location, but examples include the Green Giant Smoothie (pineapple, orange, mango, kale, lime, matcha, ginger, and oat milk); the Tickled Pickle fresh juice (ginger, pineapple, cucumber kale, and lime); and the Banana Cream Pie smoothie bowl, which has a base of banana, cashew cream, and oat milk, topped with banana, plain granola, coconut, golden raisins, and cashew cream. They also offer waffles with toppings and meal-sized salads that can be made into a grain bowl with the addition of whole grain brown rice. And if you’re needing a pick-me-up, grab a coffee and protein blend, such as the Vanilla Coffee Blend, made with coffee, cashew cream, vanilla protein, and oat milk. Let’s hope that BARE Blends continues to grow, because every state in the country needs at least one!

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Laurelton

··A LIVE Kitchen

227-16 Merrick Blvd., Laurelton, NY 11413

(718) 470-2587

Vegan/eclectic. A LIVE Kitchen is a fully vegan and almost entirely organic one, nestled in the Laurelton neighborhood of Queens. With specialty dishes like empanadas, toona melts, and Rasta pasta, they offer healthy vegan food that tastes great too.

·Health Conscious Natural Foods

231-22 Merrick Blvd., Laurelton, NY 11413

(718) 712-7740

Vegetarian/natural foods store. Health Conscious Natural Foods has a small but tasty menu featuring a variety of organic salads, soy & veggie patties, and vegetarian sushi. They also offer a large selection of organic vegan juices ranging from the "Iron Man" wheat grass drink to the "Rasta Blend" mango & apple drink.

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Levittown

··Green Street Eatery

7 Emerson Ave., Levittown, NY 11756

516-806-2557

Vegan. Green Street Eatery was previously a subway station on the south side of Hempstead T'pike in Levittown, behind the racetrack. The north and west storefronts are connected by a huge outdoor mall that stretches all the way to Hicksville Rd. The staff is kind and accommodating. The food's quality and portion sizes are outstanding. Definitely check out the Jackfruit Carnitas Tacos, Vietnamese fries, Seoul Bowl, and so much more! Brunch dishes on Sunday include pancakes, French toast, smoothies, and donuts.

That Pizza Place In Levittown

303 Wantagh Ave., Levittown, NY 11756

(516) 731-4500

Pizzeria. That Pizza Place has many vegan options. They serve vegan pizza, calzones, and rolls. Most menu items can be veganized. A popular dish is the vegan buffalo chicken calzone.

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Lindenhurst

The Lindenhurst Diner

195 E. Montauk Hwy., Lindenhurst, NY 11757

(631) 991-8600

Diner. This Art Deco Diner has been serving food since 1954. Inspired by a vegan family member and a desire to introduce vegan food to their menu, they have added an extensive selection of vegan takes on standard diner fare. They offer starters, burgers, sandwiches, paninis, wraps, salads that look huge, all day breakfast items, and full dinners. They have “drive-in dining” every evening from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and the rest of the time they offer take-out and delivery. This fresh take on classic diner food is a great idea and a great step forward.

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Lockport

Mighty Taco

5691 S. Transit Rd., Lockport, NY 14094

(716) 434-8211

Mexican. See description under Amherst, NY.

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Long Beach

Bob's Natural Foods

104 W. Park Ave., Long Beach, NY 11561

(516) 889-8955

Natural foods/café/juice bar. Bob’s Natural Foods is a grocery that offers natural and organic produce, body care and more. Included is a juice bar and café, which offer several vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Their food items include grilled tofu wraps, organic black bean soup, and an array of smoothie flavors such as creamsicle, berry bonanza, and amazing acai.

··Fermento

1048 West Beech St., Long Beach, NY 11561

(516) 208-3250

Vegan/Italian. Inspired by Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, this café serves a selection of baked goods, lunch items, and even serves fresh-squeezed orange juice! They also offer espresso, tea, and a myriad of other coffee drinks. Be sure to try their homemade pancakes or a tofu scramble bowl for breakfast.

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Long Island City

··Healthy as a Motha

40-05 Skillman Ave., Long Island City, NY 11104

212-271-0110

Vegan/Caribbean. Healthy as a Motha is a plant-based establishment with an array of delicious options. From dishes like seasoned buffalo oyster mushroom sandwich and mac and cheese to jerk sweet plantain patties or curry chik'n tacos, Healthy as a Motha has a little bit of something for everyone.

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Lynbrook

Leona & 3 Brothers Vegan Café

152 Union Ave., Lynbrook, NY 11563

(516) 599-3330

Italian. Whether vegan, or not, Leona & 3 Brothers Café will be one of your favorite Italian restaurants. Among the popular dishes on their vegan menu, is the oyster mushroom 'calamari,' almond ravioli, cauliflower steak, and seitan marsala. This restaurant serves only Italian dishes. If someone would prefer a lighter meal, 3 Brothers offers a variety of salads including the Baby Spinach and Beets Salad with quinoa, cashew parmesan, and topped with a balsamic vinaigrette. They also have vegan dessert. Reservations are accepted.

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Millerton

Golden Wok

2 Main St., Millerton, NY 12546

(518) 789-9236

Chinese/Japanese. Located next to the well-known Harney & Sons tea store, this restaurant offers both Chinese and Japanese dishes. Options for vegans include Agedashi Tofu and vegetable rolls.

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Mohegan Lake

Almadinah Market Halal

1969 E. Main St., Mohegan Lake, NY 10547

914-743-1560

Middle Eastern. Enjoy hummus, stuffed grape leaves, falafel (wrap or plate), and more.

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Montauk

Naturally Good Foods & Café

779 Montauk Highway, Montauk, NY 11954

(631) 668-9030

Natural foods store/café. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are available at this café, where you'll also find a deli case, take-out, fresh baked goods daily, and fruit smoothies, along with a natural foods store.

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Montour Falls

··Grandma's Kitchen

123 South Catherine St., Montour Falls, NY 14865

607-210-4308

Vegan/American. This charming restaurant in the center of Montour Falls serves up all-vegan versions of classic American breakfast and lunch foods. The old-timey décor with family pictures and plenty of light creates a cozy ambience in which to enjoy the likes of casseroles, scrambles, salads, soups, and shepherd’s pie — or just a selection of teas or coffee and baked goods. Menu, handwritten on a chalkboard, varies daily, but you can be sure they will offer a variety of delicious, filling, plant-based options to choose from.

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New Hartford

The Phoenician Restaurant

623 French Rd., New Hartford, NY 13413

(315) 733-2709

Middle Eastern/Lebanese. Vegetarian platters include falafel, fattoush, tabbouleh, and other Middle Eastern items.

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New Paltz

··Karma Road

11 Main St., New Paltz, NY 12561

(845) 255-1099

Vegan/café/deli/organic. Karma Road is a bright and cheery all-vegan spot in the heart of downtown New Paltz. Environmental sustainability is integral here as they create, "food for an inspired planet." Because they utilize organic, local, and seasonal ingredients, their menu is always changing based on availability. Past offerings include Persian Lentil Soup, Tomato Chowder, Falafel Wrap, and Baked Tempeh Reuben. An extensive number of menu items are gluten-free. Their deli case offers an amazing selection of grab-n-go items and their organic fresh-squeezed juices and smoothies are very popular. Desserts are made with spelt and brown rice flour or no flour at all and include muffins, pies, and cakes.

·Krishna Kitchen

5 Church St., New Paltz, NY 12561

845-255-7685

Vegetarian/Indian. Offers vegan items like the “Pakora” which is a shredded cabbage, cauliflower, potato and rainbow bell pepper fritter fried in chickpea flour. As well as the “Kofta: which is a cauliflower, cabbage, and carrot dumpling made with chickpea flour.

··Lagusta's Luscious Commissary

11 Church St., New Paltz, NY 12561

845-288-3426

Vegan. Lagusta’s Luscious is an artisanal vegan chocolate company that sources its ingredients from ethical and local sources to make delicious chocolates. They offer hot and cold coffee and tea, baked goods, ice cream, as well as their handmade chocolates— like their Peanut Butter Caramel Bar or Strawberry Balsamic Caramels.

Main Street Bistro

59 Main St., New Paltz, NY 12561

845-255-7766

Vietnamese. Exciting things are happening at Main Street Bistro, which has served Downtown New Paltz for many years! While their other menus are not vegan, they now offer an all vegan Vietnamese menu for dinner. Appetizers include Bo Bia Jicama Rolls made of rice paper, steamed jicama, carrots, basil, tofu, and homemade peanut sauce, Goi Cuon Bo’ Avocado Spring Rolls of rice paper, vermicelli, and homemade peanut sauce, Seaweed Xao Lan--curried seaweed sautéed with mushrooms and tofu in coconut sauce with rice crackers, Vegetable Dumplings and Dau Hu Chien Fried Tofu Puffs with fresh mint and peppery lime sauce. One of the Salad choices is Banana Flower “Chicken” in tangy tamarind peanut dressing with lettuce. Some Entrée options are Vegetable Curry combining potatoes, peas, carrots, and eggplant with coconut milk and rice, Pho Chay Vegetarian Pho soup made with All spice, chives, rice noodles, vegetables, onions, cilantro, and your choice of Soy beef, chicken or tofu, Rau xao thap cam Vegetable Stir Fry of broccoli, Bok choy, cabbage, carrots, mushroom, onions, tofu vegetable broth, and garlic, Bun Bo Hue Spicy Noodle Soup of rice vermicelli noodles with Thai Chile, lemongrass, mushrooms, scallions, cilantro, tofu, and soy beef. Yang Chaw Fried Rice is offered as a “Child Friendly” choice with peas, carrots, cashew, and tofu. Dessert is sometimes available, but varies and so is not posted on line.

Mexican Kitchen

15½ North Front St., New Paltz, NY 12561

(845) 256-5070

Mexican. Looking for a fun place to eat with family or friends? Mexican Kitchen is a great place to go that offers a variety of dishes for vegetarians and vegans. The vegetarian options are marked on the menu and vegan cheese and sour cream are available alternatives for your meals. Choose from vegetable burritos, tostados, bean tacos, and quesadillas, or stop by for a vegetarian breakfast.

··Moonburger

87 Main St., New Paltz, NY 12561

845-633-8196

Vegan. Enjoy Impossible burgers, fries (with or without cheese sauce), shakes, and beverages.

The Bakery

13 A N. Front St., New Paltz, NY 12561

(845) 255-8840

Bakery/café. The Bakery offers not just baked goods but sandwiches, soups, and salads. They are very veg-friendly. Menu items include Vegan Black Bean Chili, Hummus Wraps, Vegetarian Reuben Wraps, Garden Burgers, Black Bean Burgers, and Vegetarian Fat-Free Ham. As for sweets, The Bakery serves the usual muffins, scones, and cinnamon buns, but also unique pastry items like Apricot Linzer Tart and Espresso Fudge Torte. Enjoy the outdoor café with children's play area and gardens.

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New Rochelle

··Jolo's Kitchen

49 Lawton St., New Rochelle, NY 10801

(914) 336-2626

Vegan/Jamaican/juice bar. Jolo's Kitchen serves all-vegan Ital food in a warm, comfortable environment. Delicious menu items include Ginger "Chicken" & Broccoli, Veggie Ribz, "Fish" Stew, Smoked "Duck," and Jerk Tofu Patties. Jolo's also features a juice bar where you can create your own juice or smoothie. .

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New York

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see New York City.)

·ABCV

38 E. 19th St., New York, NY 10003

(212) 475-5829

Vegetarian. ABCV is a restaurant located in ‘abc carpet & home’, a furniture and design store in New York City. The restaurant serves a variety of light and fresh vegetable dishes, as well as warm soups, noodle & rice dishes, dosas (lentil crepes), and dishes packed with legumes and grains. Vegan dessert options are available such as chocolate mousse with mint chocolate crumble, matcha crème brûlée, and coconut custard. Abcv also offers cold pressed organic juices, tonics, and shakes.

·Adyar Ananda Bhavan

1071 1st Ave., New York, NY 10022

(212) 750-6666

Vegetarian/Indian. Adyar Ananda Bhavan is an all-vegetarian Indian restaurant in Midtown East Manhattan. The dosas are highly recommended, though they do serve North Indian and South Indian curries as well. Many of the options are vegan by default, or can be made vegan.

·Ahimsa

204 E. 38th St., New York, NY 10016

212-228-2022

Vegetarian/Indian. Curious about the name? The Sanskrit word, Ahimsa, commonly translates to “nonviolence.” A stated goal at Ahimsa is serving meals based on generational family recipes. The Vegan Curry menu section includes Chana Masala (a seasoned chickpea dish), Bhindi Masala which is Okra sauteed with onion, tomato, ginger, garlic, and spices, Alu Baigan (potatoes, creamy spinach, lightly spiced vegetables, and stir-fried eggplant), or Alu Matar featuring Potatoes and peas in a tomato gravy to name a few. All come with Basmati Rice. There are some gluten-free options and other vegan dishes scattered throughout different sections of the menu, such as NORTH INDIAN CURRIES like Vegetable Jalfrez-- Mixed veggies in a sweet, sour, spicy sauce, Yellow Dal-- Yellow lentils with cumin and garden herbs, or Vegetable Vindaloo, a “very spicy” vegan curry of fresh vegetables and herbs for a “low-fat,” plant-based meal. Among specialty Breads, these are also listed as Vegan: Garlic or Plain Naan, Lachha Paratha--whole wheat flatbread with soft, flaky, crispy layers and Onion Kulcha, a whole wheat leavened Indian bread stuffed with onions, baked in a tandoor oven. Their Vegan Dessert is Coconut Pudding featuring Coconut milk, shredded coconut, cardamom, and saffron.

··Anixi

290 8th Ave., New York, NY 10001

646-410-0946

Vegan/Mediterranean. If there has ever been a restaurant made to fit the needs of every possible dining party, it must be Anixi. Meaning “Spring” in Greek, Anixi offers a menu of fresh, beautiful dishes that are not only vegan but also kosher and in many cases gluten-free as well. Even non-vegans will be impressed with dishes like the Arak Cured “Salmon” with sumac, labneh, harissa, and caper berries, or the “Beef” Dolmas served with basmati rice, labneh, apricots, and saffron. The pizza-lover in the group can nosh on one of the Turkish flatbread pizzas—such as the Fire Roasted Eggplant whose toppings include tomato marmalade and pomegranate molasses. The bar menu is 4 pages long, and includes kosher wines as well as exotic cocktails such as the Smoky Sumac (tequila, mezcal, and Campari with grapefruit juice, lime, sumac simple syrup, and mint). And no one will be able to pass on dessert—not with offerings like the Medjool Date Cake or the selection of ice cream flavors, which include Tahini, Pistachio, and Rose Water.

··Avant Garden

130 East 7th St., New York, NY 10009

(646) 922-7948

Vegan. Avant Garden is an upscale fine dining vegan restaurant. The menu is divided into three different sections, hot, cold, and toasts, and is accompanied by natural wines. Vegetables are treated like "meat," often roasted, braised and seared. This cozy restaurant is located in the East Village and its snug size makes it ideal for date nights. The restaurant features white washed walls, petrified wood counters, and a chandelier made from branches. A real gem that should visited by all diners alike.

B & H Dairy

127 2nd Ave., New York, NY 10003

(212) 505-8065

Deli/kosher. This kosher restaurant offers daily soup and sandwich specials, omelets, sandwiches, salads, soups, baked goods, and desserts. Hot entrées like vegetarian stuffed cabbage and vegetarian chili. This establishment does serve fish. B & H is located in the East Village.

Ba'al Café and Falafel

71 Sullivan, New York, NY 10012

(646) 368-9957

Middle Eastern. Where possible, they use local, organic, and fair trade ingredients. Veggie sandwiches include falafel, roasted beet and hummus, hummus with eggplant and zucchini, and more. Combo platters are an option with sides such as tabouli or roasted potatoes. They also have soup. Cash only.

··Bar Verde

65 2nd Ave., New York, NY 10003

(212) 777-6965

Vegan/Mexican. Bar Verde features upscale takes on Mexican and Latin American favorites like wild mushroom tamales, nachos with butternut queso, hearts of palm ceviche, and a variety of meatless tacos along with an extensive wine selection. They offer brunch all day (try the plantain pancakes) and for dessert, enjoy churros with chocolate sauce. A great place for a date night and open late.

··Beatnic

181 Front St., New York, NY 10038

212-243-2235

630 Lexington Ave., New York, NY 10022

Vegan. Beatnic serves up wide variety of vegan dishes including Pancakes, Mom's Cinnamon Roll, Quinoa Hash Browns, Spicy Thai Salad, Quinoa Taco Salad, Whiskey Barbecue Burger, The Guac Burger, Air Baked French Fries, Mac n' Cheese, Avocado Pesto Pasta, cold-pressed juices, and a variety of baked goods.

··Beyond Sushi

62nd West 56th St., New York, NY 10019

646-964-1117

134 West 37th St., New York, NY 10018

(212) 564-0869

Vegan. Beyond Sushi serves a unique alternative to traditional sushi. With fruits and vegetables, including kiwi, mango, carrots, and snap peas, everything is vegan. The sushi is wrapped in black Chinese forbidden rice and six grain rice. Beyond Sushi offers a variety of vegan rolls and many of the rolls served are gluten-free as well. Each roll comes with a customized tofu and veggie sauce, including jalapeno-wasabi, carrot-ginger, and mango-chili. They also have dumplings, noodle dishes, soups, salads, and more. Menu varies by location.

··Buddha Bodai Kosher Vegan

77 Mulberry St., New York, NY 10013

(212) 233-2921

Vegan/Chinese/kosher. This modern vegan Chinese restaurant is located in the heart of NYC's Chinatown. Enjoy a wide variety of dishes including Steamed Dumplings, Corn Soup, Sesame Veg. Chicken, Ma-Po Tofu, Chow Fun Noodles with Veg. Chicken, Stir-Fried Watercress, Sauteed Stringbeans or Baby Bok Choy, and Sweet Sticky Rice Ball. Be sure to check out their lunch specials as well.

·Buddha Bodai One

5 Mott St., New York, NY 10013

(212) 566-8388

Vegetarian/Chinese/kosher. Buddha Bodai One offers many delicious dishes including veg lobster with black bean sauce, veg lamb with mixed veggies in garlic sauce, and veg shark fin soup. Make sure to stop by for their weekday lunch special which is a great value. Buddha Bodai is kosher certified.

··Cadence

111 E. 7th St., New York, NY 10009

(833) 328-4588

Vegan/soul food. Cadence is under the umbrella of the Overthrow Hospitality group, whose mission includes a commitment to charity, community, inclusivity, and sustainability. Its menu offers a 100% plant-based spin on Southern and Soul food. Options range from lighter fare, such as the arugula salad with a champagne Dijon dressing, to the more decadent, including the Jerk Mac + Cheese or the Cadence cobbler, made with dairy-free ice cream. And no Southern menu would be complete without cornbread, which is served with bee-free honey butter and jams. The wine offerings are selected from black-owned wineries in South Africa and California.

··Candle

388 Third Ave., New York, NY 10016

838-222-6353

Vegan café/organic. Candle Café offers a variety of gourmet dishes made with organic or locally farmed whole foods. Starters include nachos with oyster mushrooms and cashew cheese, and chimichurri skewers with char-grilled seitan and chipotle coulis. Wild mushroom crepes, a Cajun seitan sandwich, and the Candle burger with house made seitan patty are available as entrees. Brunch is available on the weekends and includes French toast, the Candle croissant with smoked tempeh bacon, and nuevos rancheros with homemade tortillas and tofu scramble. The dessert menu includes a strawberry rhubarb cobbler and carrot cake with caramelized pineapple sauce.

··Caravan of Dreams

405 E. 6th St., New York, NY 10009

(212) 254-1613

Vegan/organic/kosher. Caravan of Dreams offers organic and vegan cuisine with many raw foods dishes. Try their Black Bean Chili, Corn Polenta with Sweet Potato & Leek Sauce, or Grilled Marinated Tofu. Many dishes are wheat-free, and the water is osmosis-filtered. The staff at Caravan is committed to using only organically-grown ingredients whenever available and to designing balanced dishes for healthful eating. The restaurant also features live music nightly, an art gallery, lectures, and various classes. Caravan of Dreams is located between 1st & Avenue A and is kosher certified.

··Chakra

317 E. 5th St., New York, NY 10003

929-462-7272

Vegan. The name of this place stays true to what this restaurant brings, food for the soul. Chakra is a multicultural restaurant that has different menus from across the South-Asian diaspora. Keeping in mind any and all food diets, they provide a Thai Vegan menu, Fruitarian menu, Jain menu, and Swaminarayan Menu. Their specialties include papaya salad, mango salad, glass noodle salad, mountain curry, and drunken noodles. The Drunken noodles are Jain friendly. For desserts you can order Black sticky rice with Mango and Banana and Banana in Coconut Milk. Feeling thirsty? There are chakra smoothies that follow each color and fresh juice.

··CHLOE

185 Bleecker St., New York, NY 10012

646-896-1841

Vegan. CHLOE aims to incorporate “thoughtfully sourced ingredients.” There are some gluten-free options. A couple of the Appetizers are Butternut Nachos with butternut-cashew cheese, spicy maple seitan, mango salsa, avocado, and coconut lime drizzle and seasonal Summer Corn Mac made with corn-cashew cream, pine nut ricotta, and jalapeño pesto. To get to the “meat” of the matter, you might try Chloe’s house-made Classic Burger featuring butternut-cashew cheddar and charred Trumpet mushroom on a brioche, or Avocado Burger with corn and Calabrian chili aioli. Feeling spicy? How about the Hot Italian meatballs with cashew mozzarella, basil pesto, and almond parmesan, amped up with Arrabbiata sauce and hot cherry tomato jam? The “meat” in all three is a blend of mushrooms, walnut, and soy. One Salad option is seasonal Farmers Market with greens, cucumber, watermelon radish, minted pearl couscous, white balsamic vinaigrette, oven dried tomatoes, tofu feta, edamame hummus and grilled bread. One of their Sides is Spicy Cashew Kelp Noodles crafted with chili cashew sauce, scallions, black sesame, and crushed peanuts. Raw, organic Cold Pressed Juices are among the many Beverage options. For Dessert, a myriad of Cookie choices includes Cinnamon Espresso, Rocky Road, and Vanilla Caramel Chocolate Chunk to name a few. There are also Cupcakes and Cakes, Chocolate Chip Pecan Banana Bread, Matcha Soft serve served in a coconut, Tiramisu, and more.

··Coletta

365 3rd Ave., New York, NY 10016

646-861-2889

Vegan/Italian. Coletta is located between 26th and 27th Streets in the North Gramercy of Manhattan. Entering Coletta, you might feel as though you’ve left the City and stepped into the Italian countryside. The décor whispers of romance. Walls bloom with floral murals that celebrate nature in vintage botanicals. Coletta offers Gluten Free options in every menu category and some additional items can be modified to GF if requested. In keeping with the garden motif, Olive and Rosemary Bread is served in a flower pot joined by a trio of dips, one of which is herbed feta and sunchoke, reminiscent of Italy’s golden sunflower fields. Also check out the gorgeous photo of “Tuna” Crudo on their website which showcases pink petals of “tuna” surrounding a truffle caviar center. One of several 12” pizzas is Fig Jam and “Prosciutto” featuring a medley of toppings like house-made fig jam, fresh mission figs and aged balsamic. Or, you might taste an enchanted Italian forest when you bite into their seared Wild Mushroom Truffle pizza with truffle oil, caramelized onions and fresh rosemary. The numerous entrée choices include “Squid” Ink Ravioli which stars spinach, “ricotta,” lemon butter and sage sauce, Sunchoke and “Scallop” Risotto (GF) with king oyster mushroom “scallops,” sunchoke purée, micro seagrass chili oil, sunchoke chips and Seared seitan “Steak” Marsala with parsley, asparagus and lemon baked potatoes. Among a host of pasta possibilities, one is Alfredo Chick’n Linguini with garlic cream sauce and bac’n. Desserts include lemon almond cake adorned with cashew cream sauce and strawberry coulis. If you feel like ending on a sweetly spiced note, you might consider Gluten Free Cardamom Vanilla Panna Cotta featuring mint and strawberries, or the Italian classic, Tiramisu served with vanilla cream and dark chocolate zested with lemon.

··Confectionery

440 East 9th St., New York, NY 10009

646-869-0133

Vegan/bakery. They serve a variety of baked goods and chocolates that are handmade, as well as ice cream.

··Dahon Vegan

Canal Street Market, 261-263 Canal St., New York, NY 10013

929-920-8250

Vegan/Asian. This is a sushi and salad food stall located in the Canal Street Market. Some of their dishes include Miso Truffle Eggplant, Crispy Broccoli, Pad Thai Slaw, Dahon Signature Roll, and more.

··Delice and Arrasin

20 Christopher St., New York, NY 10014

(212) 243-7200

Vegan/French/gourmet. Whether you’re looking for a delicious brunch crepe or a delectable entree for your late night out, Delice and Arrasin is the place to be. Delice and Arrasin offers vegan versions of classical French food, like the Escargot Beurre Maître d’Hôtel or the Ratatouille Niçoise.

·Dirt Candy

86 Allen St., New York, NY 10002

(212) 228-7732

Vegetarian/contemporary. At Dirt Candy, the focus is clearly on vegetables. Owner/Chef Amanda Cohen actually thinks of them as nature's candy saying, "Made of little more than water and sunlight, vegetables are candy from the dirt." Menu selections at brunch and the bar area have include Jalapeno Hush Puppies, Portobello Mousse, and Carrot Risotto. Everything can be made vegan upon request. Dinners entail a tasdting menu only. Reservations are strongly recommended.

·Divya's Kitchen

25 1st Ave., New York, NY 10003

(212) 477-4834

Vegetarian. Divya's kitchen is an eclectic Ayurvedic restaurant focused on healthy, balanced eating. Entrees include vegetable curry in cashew sauce, stone-cut oatmeal, vegan lasagna, and more. Smaller dishes are available as well, including jicama avocado salad, focaccia, and mung soup. They are open every day, but you may want to reserve a table in advance.

··Double Zero

65 2nd Ave., New York, NY 10003

(212) 777-1608

Vegan/pizza/Italian. Enjoy a wide variety of ceative vegan pizzas including Farro-Fennel Sausage, Creamy Artichoke, White Pizza, and more. They also offer a variety of salads and side dishes, as well as desserts.

··Franchia

12 Park Ave., New York, NY 10016

(212) 213-1001

Vegan/teahouse. Franchia, an offshoot of the nearby upscale vegan Korean restaurant Hangawi, was designed with waxed floors, low tea tables, and intricately carved wooden sliding doors to evoke a mountain-temple-style traditional tearoom. It features a vegetarian kitchen specializing in soups; vegetarian sushi; green-tea-flavored pancakes, noodles, salads, and bread; soy and grain "meat" dumplings; sautéed rice cakes; pumpkin noodles; and desserts, including soy ice cream and soy cheesecake. In addition, you may buy their teas and other items in the gift shop and through their website. Franchia is located between 34th and 35th Streets.

§··Hangawi

12 E. 32nd St., New York, NY 10016

(212) 213-0077

Vegan/Korean. This upscale vegan restaurant serves traditional Korean dishes in a serene setting, with ancient decor and traditional folk music. Shoes must be removed at the door. There is a fixed price menu that comes with starters, appetizers, entrée, and dessert. An á la carte menu is also available with several other options, including salads, soups, rice and noodle dishes, stews, and much more. A fun fact about this restaurant is that birthday honorees are dressed in traditional Korean attire for their meals and photographed by the staff.

·Honest Restaurant

176 Bleecker St., New York, NY 10012

917-261-2610

Vegetarian/Indian. At Honest Restaurant you will find authentic Indian cuisine. They started as a family street cart based in Ahmedabad. You can now find them in Canada and various locations in the United States. All dishes are cooked to order, and you’ll never find frozen or processed foods here! Samosas, dosas, vegetable dal, and rice dishes are all great options to try! If you’re vegan, ask if the food is cooked with ghee, cheese, or yogurt, and if it can be prepared without them. You will also find interesting menu items such as pizza, sandwiches, and Indian Chinese dishes.

·Hummus Kitchen

1613 2nd Ave., New York, NY 10028

(212) 988-0090

768 9th Ave., New York, NY 10019

212-333-3009

Vegetarian/Mediterranean/kosher. Hummus Kitchen features hummus in a variety of forms, but also serves various other Middle Eastern specialties, including falafal, baba ghanouj, baklava, and more. They have a full menu, including appetizers, soups, salads, and desserts. Hummus Kitchen is located between 83rd & 84th Streets on the Upper East Side.

·Hummus Place

305 Amsterdam Ave., New York, NY 10023

(212) 799-3335

Vegetarian/Middle Eastern/kosher. If you love hummus, then this is the place for you! Enjoy dishes like Tabule Quinoa, Hummus Tahini, and Veggie Couscous at this kosher restaurant. Don't miss their great specials! With 5 locations in the Manhattan area, there’s bound to be a Hummus Place near you! The location at Saint Mark's Place is in the East Village, between 1st Avenue & Avenue A. The locations on Broadway and Amsterdam Avenue are both in the Upper West Side. The location on Macdougal Street is in Greenwich Village. The location on 7th Avenue is in the West Village.

··Jajaja Plantas Mexicana

162 E. Broadway, New York, NY 10002

(646) 883-5453

63 Carmine St., New York, NY 10014

(917) 262-0184

450 W 33rd St., New York, NY 10001

917-722-8419

Vegan/Mexican. JaJaJa's “Fish” Tacos are highly recommended by yelp and facebook reviewers. They also offer dishes such as Jackfruit Tamale, Chorizo Burritio, Brunch Tacos, Rainbow Chard Bowl, Churritos, and so much more.

··Jerrell's Betr Brgr

117 6th Ave., New York, NY 10013

347-522-8049

Vegan/Burger Joint. Enjoy burgers, loaded waffle fires, hearty chili bowl, oat shakes, soft serve, and more. They have late evening hours!

John's of 12th Street

302 E. 12th St., New York, NY 10003

(212) 475-9531

Italian. John's of 12th Street uses the highest quality, freshest ingredients to prepare traditional Italian cuisine with plenty of vegan and gluten-free options. They have a separate vegan menu (which includes desserts!), and they use dedicated utensils to prepare vegan dishes. The romantic, festive décor includes tiled floors and painted scenes of Italy. Try the vegan Eggplant Parmigiana with Daiya Cheese, Seitan Scallopini with Marsala Wine Mushroom Sauce, or Grilled Portobello Mushroom with Polenta and Greens. Satisfy your sweet tooth with vegan Almond Coconut Panna Cotta, vegan ice cream, or vegan cannoli. The restaurant is in the East Village between 1st and 2nd Avenues and near NYU. Cash only.

·Juice Press

25 E. 17th St., New York, NY 10003

(212) 675-0550

Vegetarian/ice cream parlor. Located just a block from Union Square, Juice Press offers smoothies, shakes, fresh juices, acai bowls, Chloe's soft serve, and more.

··Kernel

315 Park Ave. S., New York, NY 10010

650-675-5981

Vegan. Must order online and pick up at the location. Serves sandwiches, veggies, salads, sweets, sauces, and drinks. Sample dishes include: Kernel Salad – kale, radicchio, savoy cabbage, chickpeas, and signature Kernel dressing; Crunchy Cucumbers – wild rice, basil, cilantro, mint, chili jam, cashews; Roasted Carrots – farro, roasted dates, spiced almonds, salsa verde (avocado, herbs, and chili); Marinated Beets – quinoa, super-seed crunch, and green hummus; Kernel Burger – roasted veggie patty (sweet potato, quinoa, and chickpeas) with salsa verde and pickled onions on a toasted brioche bun; and Crispy Chicken Sandwich – crispy cutlet with classic slaw, pickles, chipotle mayo on toasted brioche bun. Desserts are Chocolate Chunk Cookie and Oatmeal Raisin Walnut Cookie.

··Kraves Vegan Foods

100 Freedom Pl. S., New York, NY 10069

212-582-2480

Vegan. Sample items include “Sweet Chili Bites with Veggie Fried Rice” (crispy soy protein doused in an Asian sweet chili sauce served with vegetable fried rice (corn, purple cabbage and green peas; add oyster mushrooms for an additional cost); “Empanadas” (pastry dough stuffed with soy-based beefless crumbles seasoned with Puerto Rican spices and olives served with housemade sauce); “Kraves Crunchwrap” (soy chorizo, beans, corn, avocado, and vegan cheese wrapped in a tortilla, with a crunchy tortilla inside); and “Oyster Mushroom Sandwich” (crispy fried oyster mushrooms on a toasted bun topped with house-made cheez sauce, tomatoes, pickles, and sprouts). They offer a side of French fries.

Kubeh

464 Avenue Of Americas, New York, NY 10011

(646) 448-6688

Middle Eastern. Kubeh which is mainly found in Lebanon refers to a Levantine dish. The restaulrant's menu has almost 100 choices from appetizers, main dishes, desserts, to even a wine and beer menu. If you’re bringing a large party we recommend ordering from the “For the Table” side of the menu which offers Roasted Eggplant, Tabbouleh, to Shirazi salad and allows the whole party to try more than one option. From the “mains side” of the menu we recommend trying the Kubeh, with the option of Iraqi vegetables, served with broth and dough, or you might like to try the highly recommended bowl of Jerusalem Couscous with an assortment of mushrooms, leeks, and golden raisins. All in all Kubeh Restaurant is not only praised for its delicious dishes but the warm and welcoming environment received.

··Ladybird

111 E. 7th St., New York, NY 10009

(917) 261-5524

Vegan/bar. Enjoy creative vegetable focused dishes at this bar as well as fondues, and more.

··Le Botaniste

833 Lexington Ave., New York, NY 10065

(917) 262-0766

127 Grand St., New York, NY 10013

(917) 262-0766

666 3rd Ave., New York, NY 10017

(917) 262-0766

156 Columbus Ave., New York, NY 10023

646-998-4605

11 West 42nd St., New York, NY 10036

646-452-2555

Vegan/organic/café. This sophisticated cafe features an inventive plant-based and organic menu with dishes like the young coconut ceviche, pasta ‘al mafiosi’ (slow-cooked soylognese with gluten-free fusilli), a mezze platter to share, Apple Cinnamon Volcano, and their quinoa peanut butter cookies. They also have a natural wine list and take care to add only minimal amounts of oil to their dishes.

LifeThyme Natural Market

410 6th Ave., New York, NY 10011

(212) 420-9099

Natural foods store/deli. LifeThyme Natural Market features one of NYC's largest selections of organic produce, natural personal care items, all-natural deli (including a 100% organic salad bar and hot bar), and an all-vegan kosher bakery. Sweet selections include cookies, cakes made-to-order, raw fruit cheesecakes, and more! LifeThyme is located between 8th and 9th Streets.

··Loco Coco

2905 Broadway, New York, NY 10025

212-222-6300

835 Lexington Ave., New York, NY 10065

212-888-9900

84 South St., New York, NY 10038

212-222-1818

Vegan/juice bar. Loco Coco is a smoothie and juice bar. Acai bowl, purple rain bowl, enter the dragon, fruits bowls, cacao Nibs, and a variety of other treats are available. The team goes above and beyond to please consumers in addition to providing adequate customer service. The smoothies/bowls have the ideal texture, and the contents are always gorgeous and delicious. This location is near Columbia University.

··Luanne's Wild Ginger

380 Broome St., New York, NY 10013

(212) 966-1883

Vegan/Asian. LuAnne's Wild Ginger is in the Little Italy area of Manhattan, between Mott & Mulberry Streets. Enjoy a wide variety of dishes including spring rolls, dumplings, BBQ satay tempeh, red curry ramen, kimchee pumkin gumbo, black pepper seitan, sweet-citrus soy on kale, tofu Teryaki sizzling platter, and much more.

Mamoun's Falafel Restaurant

119 MacDougal St., New York, NY 10012

(212) 674-8685

30 St. Marks Pl., New York, NY 1003

646-870-5785

508 Columbus Ave., New York, NY 10024

347-379-7676

Middle Eastern. Mamoun's Falafel serves delicious and inexpensive falafel along with other Middle Eastern favorites. Try their 100% vegan lentil soup.

·Matchaful

184 Prince St., New York, NY 10012

646-846-9077

217 Mulberry St, New York, NY 10012

646-846-9077

87 Christopher St., New York, NY 10014

646-846-9077

Whole Foods, 450 W. 33rd St., New York, NY 10001

646-846-9077

Clean Market, 240 E. 54th St., New York, NY 10022

646-846-9077

Clean Market, 250 Vesey St., 2nd Fl., New York, NY 10281

646-846-9077

Vegetarian/café/bakery. This restaurant uses honey in some itemss and otherwise is vegan. With its cafes offering a moment of Zen amidst the bustle of New York City life, the thought and intention behind Matchaful’s “farm-to-whisk” matcha elevate this Japanese drink from a unique coffee alternative to an experience that will ensure you never look at a cup of tea the same again. There are several ways to enjoy their matcha, from the more classic Matcha Au Lait (matcha with water and plant-based milk) or Cold Foam Matcha (made with oat or almond cold foam and maple), to the more creative concoctions, such as the Fountain of Chai, made using house made chai, reishi, maple, vanilla, cinnamon, and oat milk. Matcha also makes its way into some of their smoothies, like the Emerald Sunrise Smoothie, which also includes almond milk, hemp seeds, cacao, cacao nibs, dates, and flaxseeds. To add more sustenance to teatime, Matchaful also offers a range of yummy pastries and snacks, including donuts (flavors include Matcha, Yuzu, and Chocolate Pistachio), a matcha brownie, parfaits like the Matcha Sunflower Butter Oats Parfait, and the Earth Glow Soft Serve (which includes cashews, oat milk, taro, and blue spirulina). For those who can’t completely abandon the coffee habit, they also have a small selection of coffee drinks, including a mushroom cold brew and lattes and cappuccinos. With matcha offerings like these, though, even hard-core coffee drinkers may find themselves craving a green pick-me-up.

··May Kaidee New York City

215 E. Broadway, New York, NY 10002

917-443-7885

Vegan/Thai. May Kaidee offers imaginative vegan dishes focused on traditional cuisine inspired by Thai provinces. Quality is their top priority. Think slow cooked—not fast casual. They try to source organic whenever possible—particularly soy, oil, and produce. For Starters a couple of possibilities are Pumpkin Hummus (Tam Fak Tong) made with steamed pumpkin, cashews, peanuts, sesame seeds, onion, and coriander with sour and spicy sauce, or (wheat-free, and not fried) Fresh Spring Rolls (Poh Pia Sod) of lettuce, carrot, avocado, cilantro, baby spinach, and ginger wrapped in broad rice noodles, with peanut sauce, tamarind sauce or ginger carrot dressing. If it’s a Salad Day, two of many options are Green Mango (Yam Ma-Muang) with a slightly sweet-spicy sauce, crowned with peanuts or cashews or Green Papaya Salad (Som Tam) with chili, tomato and roasted peanut in a tangy sauce. Both contain carrot, lime, and cilantro. So many soups, such as Cinnamon Soup (Pah Loh) Chinese-Thai soup with carrot, mushroom, celery, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, and cinnamon, or Tom Yam Spicy sour soup offering bok choy, tomato, coconut milk, kaffir lime leaf, lemongrass, galangal, chili, lime, and coriander. A few of many enticing entrées are Panang Curry (Gaeng Panang)—cumin-seasoned with coconut milk, cabbage, carrot, cauliflower, onion, garlic, cabbage, and kaffir lime leaf, Haw Mokk Isaan—a thick Curry made with bamboo shoots, dill, carrot, garlic, onion, coconut milk, tofu, kaffir lime leaf, galangal, and lemongrass, with brown-red rice (Not gluten free) and Glass Noodles with Shitake Mushrooms (Op Wun Sen) featuring garlic, coriander, carrot, broccoli, ginger, black soy sauce, and celery. Numerous sides are offered as well. Dessert offers include Khao Niew Ma-muang—Black Sticky Rice with coconut milk and mango, banana, or both. There’s also Buad Shee—either Pumpkin or Banana in sweet coconut milk, topped with sesame seeds.

··Neat Burger

25 Cleveland Pl., New York, NY 10012

949-412-1669

Vegan/Burger Joint. Neat Burger is a trendy vegan burger joint with locations around the UK and now the USA. This is the perfect place for a quick vegan burger, hot dog, sandwich, salad, or shake! Their signature “Neat Burger” includes a double Neat Patty, vegan cheese, caramelized onions, tomato, lettuce, pickles, and their special Neat Sauce, served on a brioche bun. If you’re looking for something spicy, you can try their “Buffalo Chick'n” sandwich or a side of their “Spicy Corn Ribs.” Their specialty vegan shakes are made with a creamy oat base, and offer flavors such as Double Chocolate, Oreo, Strawberry, Caramel, or Original.

·Nish Nush

41 John St., New York, NY 10038

(212) 577-6474

88 Reade St., New York, NY 10013

(212) 964-1318

Vegetarian/Middle Eastern. Enjoy hummus and/or falafel sandwiches or platters along with a variety of creative Middle Eastern salads, fries, and more.

··Orchard Grocer

78 Orchard St., New York, NY 10002

(646) 757-9910

Vegan/deli. Located next door to the vegan shoe store MooShoes, Orchard Grocer is a vegan grocery and deli. Enjoy breakfast sandwiches, hearty lunch/dinner sandwiches, soft serve ice cream, baked goods, and more.

··P.S. Kitchen

246 W. 48th St., New York, NY 10036

(212) 651-7247

Vegan/gourmet. P.S. Kitchen is conveniently located in New York City’s Theatre District in Midtown West. They donate 100% of their profit to various sustainable charities. Their “Buffalo Hen of the Woods” dish is among the most highly rated entrees. The “Maitake Mushroom Bun” is also very popular. P.S. Kitchen has a wide selection of desserts, including Strawberry Shortcake and “Chocolate & Raspberry.”

··Peacefood Café

460 Amsterdam Ave., New York, NY 10024

(212) 362-2266

41 E. 11th St., New York, NY 10003

(212) 979-2288

Vegan/natural foods/bakery. Peacefood Café's menu includes panini, pizza, vegetable tempura, chickpea fries, strawberry shortcake, and raw key lime pie. Locally-grown ingredients are used whenever possible. Desserts are baked in their own kitchen with no dairy, egg, or refined sugar. Peacefood on Amsterdam is located uptown at 82nd Street while the café on East 11th is located downtown at University Place.

··Plant Junkie

226 Front St., New York, NY 10038

646-233-0111

Vanderbilt Food Court, 230 Park Ave., New York, NY 10169

646-233-0111

100 Pearl St., New York, NY 10004

646-233-0111

Vegan. Enjoy delicious dishes such as Sri Lankan Karma Bowl, Bangkok Noodle Drop, Tokyo Bowl, and more. You can also create your own bowl by selecting four of their gluten-free side dishes including coconut kale, Thai cabbage slaw, chickpea curry, and other options. They also have several desserts.

··Planta Queen

15 W. 27th St., New York, NY 10001

917-675-7700

Vegan. Planta Queen offers a plant-based menu that promotes environmental sustainability. Their menu features Asian-inspired cuisine such as vegan sushi, dumplings, fried rice, and noodles. Their brunch menu includes sticky buns, French toast, truffled omelets, and endless mimosas. Soft serve made with coconut and oat milks is available for dessert.

··PLNT Burger

11 W. 42nd St., New York, NY 10036

646-679-2903

Nomad, 1147 Broadway, New York, NY 10001

646-798-4285

Vegan/Burger Joint. PLNT Burger is a straight-forward vegan burger shop. The patties are Beyond Meat, the "cheeses" are vegan, and the fries are herb seasoned. Pair it with an oat milk based soft-serve or a sweet tea, and you've got a nostalgic masterpiece of a meal.

·Pongal

110 Lexington Ave., New York, NY 10016

(212) 696-9458

Vegetarian/Indian/Kosher. Pongal specializes in southern Indian cuisine, so you will find items like dosai and crepes, made with fermented batters that are stuffed with potatoes and other vegetables. This restaurant is certified kosher. The 110 Lexington Ave. location is between 27th and 28th Sts. The 1154 First Ave. location is between 63rd and 64th Sts.

··Proletariat

21 E. 7th St., New York, NY 10003

212-779-6707

Vegan/pub. Enjoy this gastropub with a British dining experience and a unique underground beer and a tattoo flashy atmosphere. Over 20 selected drafts and unusual, limited bottles and cans. Reservations open 21 days in advanced. Example of menu: Bubble & Squeak, potato and polenta cakes, Brussel sprouts, leeks, pickled cabbage, and mustard cauliflower purée. Locate near Swiss Institute Art Museum.

··Ras Plant Based

170 Bleecker St., New York, NY 10012

917-697-1056

Vegan/Ethiopian. Enjoy sambusas, red lentils, collard greens, yellow split pea stew, and more along with injera (Ethiopian bread). They also offer Ehiopian coffee and various bowls.

··Rawsome Treats

158 Orchard St., New York, NY 10002

(646) 767-0373

Vegan/raw foods. Watt Sriboonruang a Kickboxer from Thailand opened her first shop Enjoy vibrant cakes, pies, tarts, and truffles that are all nut based after they have been soaked for hours. Try the choco mango, TriSome Pie, and Banana Cream Pie. Enjoy the guilt-free deliciousness.

··Rebel Cheese

Essex Market Stall 35, 88 Essex St., New York, NY 10002

Vegan. Rebel Cheese offers a wide variety of vegan cheese including aged cheeses, brie, firm cheeses such as Colby Jack and Smoked Cheddar, fromages, Chèvres, as well as dips and spreads.

··Red Bamboo

140 W. 4th St., New York, NY 10012

(212) 260-1212

Vegan/Caribbean. Red Bamboo specializes in all-vegetarian Caribbean soul food. Its menu includes unique entrées such as Caribbean Jerk Spiced Seitan, Creole Soul Chicken, Maryland Fried Scallops, Salmon Teriyaki, Citrus Beef with Asparagus, Butterfly Soy Chops, and Quesadillas. They also offer appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, pasta dishes, specialty rices, and sides like Sweet Potato Fries, Collard Greens with Veggie Ham, and Mango Salsa. Red Bamboo is located at Washington Square & 6th Avenue in Manhattan's West Village.

·Saravanaa Bhavan

81 Lexington Ave., New York, NY 10016

(212) 679-0204

413 Amsterdam Ave., New York, NY 10024

(212) 721-7755

Vegetarian/Indian. Saravanaa Bhavan is part of the popular Chennai-based international franchise. Specializing in South Indian vegetarian cuisine, the restaurant offers traditional dishes including dosa, uthappam, curries, and thali. The location on Lexington is located at the corner of 26th Street in Curry Hill. The location on Amsterdam is between 79th and 80th Streets on the Upper West Side.

··Seasoned Vegan

128 Second Ave., New York, NY 10003

Vegan. This mother/son team offers take-out organic vegan comfort food including a BBQ Craw Sandwich, Craw Pretzel Boy, Lemon Crusted Nuggets, fries, raw cheesecake, cupcakes, and cookies. You can also purchase combo dishes.

··Sen Saigon

150 E. Broadway, New York, NY 10002

347-969-3727

Vegan/Vietnamese. When the owners of Sen Saigon embarked on a vegan lifestyle, it literally got their creative juices flowing. They aim to reimagine familiar Vietnamese fare through a vegan lens, but also to share their passion, helping diners discover some lesser known dishes. Located on the Lower East Side, their signature Banh Mi, referring to bread or sandwich, is Lemongrass Tofu Mushroom featuring house-made nut pate, mayo, banh mi sauce, Vietnamese pickles, cilantro, and coriander on a crisp baguette. There's also a version of this with house-made vegan ham. Soups include Pho Sen Noodle Soup with house-made vegetable broth, mushrooms, tofu, and vegan beef ball, topped with mung bean sprouts, cilantro, onion, Thai basil, and lemon. Hue Spicy Rice Noodle Soup is a similar version in a lemongrass broth with carrots and vegan ham, topped with red and white cabbage, banana blossom, most of the same seasonings as the Pho but with the addition of Tia To (a peppery herb) and lemongrass chili sate. Sen Signature Salad blooms with Lotus root, cucumber, red pepper, carrot, and herbs, tossed with a vegan fish sauce dressing and crushed peanuts. Both Spring Roll options offer fried rice paper, wood ear mushroom, taro, and onion with sweet and spicy dipping sauce, but the Root Vegetable version also contains sweet potato and mung bean. The Corn Spring Roll has corn and fried shallot. Both Lemongrass Mushroom and Lemongrass Tofu Summer Rolls showcase fresh rice paper with peanut hoisin dipping sauce. Vermicelli Noodle Bowl with Spring Rolls includes some of the same ingredients plus shiitake flower mushroom. If you’re a fan of flan, they offer a nut-free, gluten-free, caramel vegan custard version for dessert.

··Sentir

37 W. 19th St., New York, NY 10010

212-871-3171

Vegan/Mexican. Vegan Mexican Plant-Based Cuisine including tacos, ceviches, shared plates, entrées, desserts, and crafted cocktails. Bar features extensive collection of premium tequilas and mezcals as well as cocktails highlighting agave spirits. Appetizers include Salsa Trio – chips de Malanga, charred tomatillo and nopales, mango habanero, and grilled salsa fresca; Escabeche – pickled purple cauliflower, mango, shallot, red jalapeño, grilled nopales, chayote; entrees include “Beef” Taquitos – charred guajillo salsa, avocado mousse, queso fresco; Champinones Fritos – king oyster mushroom, toasted chipotle sauce, avocado mousse, crema; various tacos; Grilled “Chicken” Enchiladas – lime marinated chicken, flour tortilla, salsa verde, crema, avocado, cotija, pickled onion; Chile Relleno – fire roasted poblano, braised “beef,” sinaloa rice, queso fresco, tortilla-tomato sauce, avocado, crema, pomegranate; various vegan desserts including Lime Carlota – vanilla crust, cashew lime cream, condensed coconut milk, lime gelee, vanilla wafer crumble.

··Slutty Vegan

300 W. 135th St., New York, NY 10027

Vegan. The Slutty Vegan serves creative vegan burgers and hot sandwiches, along with sides and dessert.

··Soda Club

155 Ave. B, New York, NY 10009

833-EAT-4LUV

Vegan/Italian. Here you can select from more than 200 natural and organic wines curated from around the world, pairing them with fare from the “Snacks” menu, which features fresh vegan pasta, focaccia, and a date cake served with vanilla ice cream. Non-wine-drinkers need not go thirsty, as beer and chic sodas (such as the Blood & Roses, containing blood orange and rosemary) are also served. The swanky décor and the easily-shared plates of food seem well-suited for an after-work dinner with friends or a casual weekend date night.

Souen

326 E. 13th St., New York, NY 10003

(212) 388-1155

Macrobiotic/organic. Sample Souen's various seitan, tofu, and tempeh entrées. Appetizers, soups, salads, tempura, and noodle dishes with the option of udon or soba noodles are also offered. Please note that fish is served here.

··Spicy Moon

328 East 6th St., New York, NY 10003

(646) 758-6277

68 W. 3rd St., New York, NY 10012

(646) 758-6277

265 Bowery, New York, NY 10002

(646) 758-6277

Vegan/Chinese. Spicy Moon offers traditional Asian cuisine as well as innovative out of the box meals packed with flavor, which is also aesthetically pleasing. These dishes include, Peppercorn Brussel Sprouts, Edamame with BBQ seasoning, Dan Dan Noodle with Beyond Beef, “Honey” Walnut Edamame Nugget, Mountain Yum Vegan Cheese Puff. They also serve up some of the traditional Asian meals, such as spring rolls, vegetable fried rice with Beyond Beef, Vegetable Ramen, and Mapo Tofu. Spicy Moon offers rice wine, boozy milk teas, and a variety of juices, all which are vegan.

··Spring Café

153D Centre St., New York, NY 10013

(212) 226-9669

Vegan café. Small vegan brunch & comfort food café. Sells burgers, salads, breakfast sandwiches, smoothies, sides, and bao buns. Uniquely, they serve a sandwich made with a Filipino purple yam called ube. Lots of interesting vegan burgers to choose from as well.

·Superiority Burger

119 Ave. A, New York, NY 10009

646-422-7707

Vegetarian. Superiority Burger is a burger shop in New York City that will have meat-eaters craving a veggie burger. They offer burgers, salads, wraps, and more. Their specialty dish is the Superiority Burger, which is vegetarian but has an available vegan version. Everything they cook is vegetarian but many dishes were ‘accidently’ made vegan. The restaurant has limited seating so it is best for take out.

·Taim

222 Waverly Pl., New York, NY 10014

(212) 691-1287

45 Spring St., New York, NY 10014

(212) 219-0600

75 Maiden Ln., New York, NY 10038

(212) 226-1248

64 West 22nd St., New York, NY 10010

(212) 966-7364

Vegetarian/Middle Eastern. Taim Falafel & Smoothie Bar offers inexpensive all-vegetarian (& mostly vegan) Middle Eastern cuisine with a gourmet twist. Their falafel is gluten-free and prepared fresh-to-order. It comes in three flavors: Green (parsley, cilantro, mint), Harissa (Tunisian spices), and Red (Roasted Red Peppers). Taim on Waverly is located in the West Village. Taim on Spring is located in Nolita. Cash only.

··Tamam

1108 Lexington Ave., New York, NY 10075

(212) 639-1818

Vegan/Middle Eastern. Nestled between East 77th and 78th street lies Taman, a restaurant that specializes in falafel. Taman features falafel, crispy eggplant (Sabich), and cauliflower shawarma. These can be served in a pita sandwich or platter. Another entrée option is a hummus bowl that is either served plain or with falafel, Sabich, or shawarma. This menu is simple, yet delicious and filled with mouthwatering spices. Be sure to order an extra side of falafel—trust me you will want one.

·The Butcher's Daughter

19 Kenmare St., New York, NY 10012

(212) 219-3434

581 Hudson St., New York, NY 10014

(917) 388-2132

Vegetarian/juice bar/café. Enjoy fresh juices and smoothies, along with a variety of salads and sandwiches at lunch time, as well as a number of hearty dishes at dinner including angel hair carbonara, raw pesto linguine, and the butcher burger. Please note that this is a small place with few tables.

·The Chick Shop

805 Third Ave., Atrium Level, New York, NY 10022

(212) 754-3033

Vegetarian/Middle Eastern. The Chick Shop brings a modern take on classic Middle Eastern street food, inspired by the Israeli-born owners who grew up enjoying locally-sourced, super fresh cuisine and their desire to bring this authenticity to the NYC lunch crowd. Their food is made fresh daily using high quality, natural ingredients. Their pitas are baked on location, and they offer an array of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options such as crispy falafel, sabih', creamy hummus, quinoa tabouli, Israeli chopped salad, among many other delicious items. The Chick Shop is dedicated to providing homemade and simply, great tasting food. The food is vegan except for the feta cheese and hard boiled eggs.

The Health Nuts

1208 2nd Ave., New York, NY 10021

(212) 593-0116

2611 Broadway, New York, NY 10021

(212) 678-0054

Natural foods store/deli/juice bar. A natural deli and juice bar are situated inside a large health foods store. Freshly-prepared gourmet vegetarian salads, pasta, grains, hot foods, pizza, soups, pastries, cakes, and snacks are available. Sometimes, a vegan cheesecake is even offered.

··Third Kingdom

West Entrance, 21 E. 7th St., New York, NY 10003

833-328-4588

Vegan. Menu focused entirely on mushrooms in New York’s East Village, with an expansive wine list. Dishes include Yellow Enoki – orange balsamic vinaigrette, couscous, almond, arugula; Lion’s Mane – dumplings, daikon sauce, micro cilantro; Comb Tooth – celery root purée, pickled hon shimeji, coleslaw; Blue Oyster – celery root, fennel, button mushroom puree, charred cipollini, peppercorn sauce; and one dessert – lava cake, rosemary & porcini ice cream, candied shiitake, chocolate crumble. Can accommodate private events with up to 100 people. Outdoor seating available.

··Tsion Café

763 St. Nicholas Ave., New York, NY 10031

212-234-2070

Vegan. Located in the Sugar Hill neighborhood of upper Manhattan, Tsion Café (pronounced see-on) serves artistically presented Ethiopian, Mediterranean, Israeli, Middle Eastern, and African cuisine. Dishes are all house-made with sustainably sourced, local, organic, ingredients whenever possible. Some appetizers include Sambusas, a thin, flaky dough filled with lentils and Ethiopian Spices, paired with zesty sun-dried tomato dipping sauce, or Fried Breadfruit & stewed brown lentils. One Entrée choice, Mama Africa Bowl, offers Jollof Rice, black-eyed peas cooked in coconut milk, cabbage and beets with tahini, cilantro, and lime sauce. Other possibilities include Duba Tsebhi—spiced Pumpkin & Sweet Potato Stew, or Mushroom Tibs featuring Portobello mushroom, tomatoes, jalapenos, awaze (a spicy-hot Ethiopian spice blend), and fresh herbs. There are a couple of Salad options and several vegetable, bean/legume and rice side dishes cooked with variations of ginger and assorted Ethiopian spice blends as well as Injera--a teff based, fermented Ethiopian flat bread. You’ve likely heard of tea ceremonies, but what about coffee? Very proud of their coffee, on special occasions, Tsion Café performs traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremonies. Among their wide array of Cocktails, there’s even a Kafa Martini crafted with Ethiopian coffee, vodka, and Almande Liqueur. For Dessert there’s Sesame Halva or Malawach (a flat bread comprised of thin, flaky layers similar to puff pastry) with date syrup and roasted coconut.

··Uptown Veg

52 E. 125th St., New York, NY 10035

212-987-2660

349 Lenox Ave., New York, NY 10027

646-590-0308

Vegan/juice bar. Enjoy wraps, burgers, sandwiches, salads, pastries and other desserts.

··Urban Vegan Kitchen

265 West 23rd St., New York, NY 10011

(646) 438-9939

Vegan. For brunch try a Belgian Waffle or French Toast. For lunch or dinner enjoy a wide variety of dishes including Buffalo Cauliflower Bites, Korean BBQ Wings, a BLT sandwich made with tempeh bacon, Garden Pizza, Jackfruit Tostadas, and so much more. Be sure to leave room for dessert!

·Vatan Indian Vegetarian

409 3rd Ave., New York, NY 10016

(212) 689-5666

Vegetarian/Indian. Decorated to evoke a Gujarati village, diners at Vatan remove their shoes to sit on fluffy cushions surrounding a central courtyard. They offer an all-you-can-eat dinner featuring dishes, such as samosas, batatavada (fried potato balls in chickpea flour batter), bhaji (chickpeas and spinach), and khichdi (lentils, rice, and vegetables). You may also order from a four-course prix fixe menu that includes appetizers, soups, rice, entrées, and desserts. No children under 10 allowed. Vatan is located between 28th & 29th Streets.

··Vegan Hood

2100 Fredrick Douglas Blvd., New York, NY 10026

917-265-8172

Vegan/soul food. Vegan Hood offers authentic soul food including bed Stuy shrimp fry, saint nick chix, saint nick fried, Flatbush, boro beef less broccoli, the mac zaddy burger, shaolin burger, and more.

··Vegan on the Fly

24 W. 45 St., New York, NY 10036

917-265-8242

Vegan. Vegan on the Fly serves quick vegan food inspired by New York City street food culture and its diverse ethnic cuisines. They serve gyro sandwiches, chopped sandwiches, burgers, platters, salads, bowls and a handful of sides that range from mac and cheese to empanadas. Their specialty is Seitan. When you order online, there’s a place to add toppings as well enter special requests which they will try to accommodate. Although stock varies, they offer several desserts including a gluten-free option. They are located between 5th and 6th Avenues near Times Square.

··Vegan Quick Bites

1636 St. Nicholas Ave., New York, NY 10040

917-261-2323

Vegan. Vegan Quick Bites is a small store in New York City that serves Mexican/American type food from burritos to bowls, beans, and sautéed vegies. Also, they have a popular plant-based mac and cheese.

·Vegetarian Dim Sum House

24 Pell St., New York, NY 10013

(212) 577-7176

Vegetarian/Chinese. This restaurant in Manhattan's Chinatown features Dim Sum all day. Try rice flour rolls, spring rolls, various dumplings, sweet cakes, fresh juices, and more. Cash only.

··Whipped Urban Dessert Lab

95 Orchard St., New York, NY 10002

646-892-3338

Vegan/ice cream parlor. Whipped Urban Dessert Lab is bringing its oat milk-based soft serve to NYC! The shop ran by women and minorities provides only oat-based soft serve. They pride themselves on putting innovative spins on regular desserts while providing high-quality foods and avoiding the use of preservatives and artificial colors and flavors. Stop by and try their original vanilla sweet cream on its own, or top it off with one of their natural crumb coats or sauces. You can also enjoy their soft serve fusions, like their coffee waffle crunch, or chocolate peanut butter pretzel.

··Willow

199 8th Ave., New York, NY 10011

(212) 929-2889

Vegan. Willow is an all plant-based bistro serving everything from “cobb” salads, to “steak” fries, to a hickory-smoked burger. Don’t worry, they have a great dessert menu too! Enjoy vanilla bean cheesecake, banana foster cake, and chocolate chip cookie skillet.

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Niagara Falls

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Amherst, Buffalo, Lockport, Tonawanda, and Williamsville.)

Mighty Taco

2591 Military Rd., Niagara Falls, NY 14304

(716) 297-7198

Mexican. See description under Amherst, NY.

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North Greenbush

··BARE Blends

26 North Greenbush Rd., North Greenbush, NY 12180

518-279-2600

Vegan/juice bar. BARE Blends is proof that food can be both delicious and good for you, which is exactly the mission of this woman-owned juice and smoothie bar that is expanding franchises beyond its original location in Albany, New York. “Bare” may describe the fact that there are no added sugars or preservatives in its food, but the expansive menu of yummy smoothies, refreshing juices, and mouthwatering smoothie bowls is the exact epitome of bare. Menus have some variations depending on location, but examples include the Green Giant Smoothie (pineapple, orange, mango, kale, lime, matcha, ginger, and oat milk); the Tickled Pickle fresh juice (ginger, pineapple, cucumber kale, and lime); and the Banana Cream Pie smoothie bowl, which has a base of banana, cashew cream, and oat milk, topped with banana, plain granola, coconut, golden raisins, and cashew cream. They also offer waffles with toppings and meal-sized salads that can be made into a grain bowl with the addition of whole grain brown rice. And if you’re needing a pick-me-up, grab a coffee and protein blend, such as the Vanilla Coffee Blend, made with coffee, cashew cream, vanilla protein, and oat milk. Let’s hope that BARE Blends continues to grow, because every state in the country needs at least one!

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Northport

Batata Café

847 Ft. Salonga Rd., Northport, NY 11768

Café. Batata Cafe has a special menu for vegans including items such as Massaged Kale Salad, Quinoa Cakes with Chipotle Aioli, and Dragon Bowl with Peanut Dressing. The menu is constantly changing, so be sure to check for updates online. Batata offers some gluten free options.

The Purple Elephant

81B Fort Salonga Rd. (West), Northport, NY 11768

(631) 651-5002

Café. The Purple Elephant offers a special deal on Tuesdays aka “Take-Out Tuesdays.” Get 20% off your take out order from 4pm-closing (cash only). They serve Central American cuisine. A notable vegan menu item is the "Lamb" Shawarma with Tzatziki & Yucca. The Purple Elephant also serves gluten free options.

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Nyack

·Art Café

65 South Broadway, Nyack, NY 10960

845-353-4230

Vegetarian café. Vegan options are clearly marked on the menu. For breakfast, try two almond flour pancakes topped with fresh seasonal berries and served with tofu scramble, gluten-free toast and maple syrup on side. They also offer hummus and tahini, vegan salads and bowls, vegan stuffed grape leaves and vegan Israeli couscous. Vegan cheese substitute is also available

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Oneonta

Simply Thai

139 Main St., Oneonta, NY 13820

(607) 441-5200

Thai. Simply Thai is a restaurant dedicated to preparing traditional Thai dishes using the freshest ingredients. They offer many vegetarian and vegan items, and most dishes can be made vegetarian or vegan upon request. Try veggie selections such as vegetarian spring rolls, vegetable soup, and mock chicken.

The Autumn Café

244 Main St., Oneonta, NY 13820

(607) 432-6845

Natural foods. This American bistro offers daily specials and uses whole foods. All items are prepared on the premises. Veggie options include Vegan Curry, Tofu, Lettuce, and Tomato Sandwich, Tempeh Reuben, and more.

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Orchard Park

Mighty Taco

3318 Southwestern Blvd., Orchard Park, NY 14127

(716) 675-7260

Mexican. See description under Amherst, NY.

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Patchogue

··Peach & Pine Café

Location Varies, Patchogue, NY

Vegan/food truck. Enjoy bake goods and vegan comfort food such as New Bacon-ings, which consists of a hot honee buttermilk biscuit, buttermilk fried chik’n, cheddar, bootleg bacon, arugula, and maple paprika aioli. They have also offered Buffalo Cauliflower, Fried Pickles, and more.

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Peekskill

Birdshall House

970 Main St., Peekskill, NY 10566

914-930-1880

Pub. The Birdsall House is the best place to go if you are looking for a fun night out. They have a classical 20’s-style bar with carefully crafted dining. For lunch and dinner, they are known for their mighty filling burgers and they have one veggie burger option: Beet and Quinoa Burger. They also have a Seitan Gyro sandwich and a CrabCake Boy made out of jackfruit. Each meal comes with hand-cut fries! They are located about 6 miles away from Bear Mountain State Park.

·PK Blendz Juice Bar

1002 Main St ., Peekskill, NY 10566

(914) 930-7538

Vegetarian/juice bar. Mostly vegan but vegetarian due to honey in some of the smoothies. The vegan options include burgers, nachos, and pizza, a wide variety of juices and smoothies, as well as acri, protein and tropical bowls. Among other menu items, their veggie pasta of Spiralized Zucchini topped off with red wine tomato sauce, chopped eggplant, zucchini, and squash sounds unique and delicious.

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Pine Bush

··Pure City

100 Main St., Pine Bush, NY 12566

(845) 744-8888

Vegan/Chinese. Pure City is a family-owned Chinese restaurant which offers a wide variety of delicious, MSG-free appetizers, soups, and 21 entrées. The menu includes the Pure City appetizer platter, Green Jade made with veggie ham, Ginger Veggie Nuggets, Bai-yeTofu (bean curd with a savory mild mushroom sauce), and excellent BBQ veggie ribs. Also, the décor is beautiful, the owners are great, the restaurant is clean, and all of the food is made fresh to order.

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Pittsford

Aladdin's Natural Eatery

8 Schoen Pl., Pittsford, NY 14534

(585) 264-9000

Mediterranean/Greek. Aladdin's Natural Eatery offers fresh, moderately-priced food in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. All pasta dishes are vegetarian. Enjoy outdoor dining on the canal at the Pittsford location. Aladdin's on Monroe in Rochester has an outdoor deck for dining in warmer weather. Aladdin's on Exchange is located in Corn Hill Landing.

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Plainview

Hunan Cottage

135 Central Park Rd., Plainview, NY 11803

(516) 349-0390

Chinese. Their separate vegetarian menu offers 12 dishes using mock "meats" and more.

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Pleasantville

··Root2Rise

359 Manville Rd., Pleasantville, NY 10570

914-769-8460

Vegan/café/juice bar. An upscale fast casual café, bakery, and juice bar featuring a wide range of breakfast items, baked goods, salads, plant-based burgers, pizzas, beverages, and more. All of their menu options are gluten-free, vegan, 100% plant-based, and organic. Some popular dishes include Mushroom Toast, Blueberry Cardamom Scone, Chickpea Quinoa Chaat Salad, Smashed Pea Guacamole, Spicy Thai Peanut Ramen, Beety Burger, Mac & Cheese, Mulligatawny Soup, and Black Daal Soup. Overall, the menu is seasonal, unique, and globally inspired. Additionally, there is limited seating available inside the establishment and outside.

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Port Jefferson

Tiger Lily Café

156 E. Main St., Port Jefferson, NY 11777

(631) 476-7080

Café/juice bar/java bar/eclectic. Tiger Lily's website describes it as "the funkiest alternative vegetarian eatery to be found." Although not completely vegetarian, the café has extensive veggie selections. Try the Sesame Tofu Cutlet Wrap or Balsamic Roasted Vegetable Wrap. There is a great vibe inside with plenty of art on display and a pleasant atmosphere. Enjoy a specialty beverage at either their juice bar or java bar. Tiger Lily features a private outdoor deck for dining in nice weather. Cash only.

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Port Jervis

··Fogwood and Fig

24 Front St., Port Jervis, NY 12771

(845) 672-4222

Vegan/café. The quality comfort food is matched only by the beautiful rustic interior design of Fogwood and Fig. Every entrée on the menu is decadent and unique, and adding a sides or dessert can turn a casual lunch outing into a dining experience unlike any other! Enjoy salads, burgers, sandwiches, bowls, and the Cake of the Day!

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Poughkeepsie

·Chakra Bowls

33 Arlington Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 12603

845-849-0399

Vegetarian café. Chakra Bowls Cafe is a vegan-friendly acai and smoothie bowl café offering smoothie bowls and smoothies, juices, avocado toast, coffee and tea, and salads. Smoothie bowls include a plant-based milk topped with fruits, nut butters, granola, and chia seeds. Signature salads are made fresh daily and include the earth bowl (greens, cabbage, edamame, and hummus) and the senorita bowl (quinoa, greens, beans, and tortilla strips). Some menu items include honey.

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Queensbury

··Bitchin’ Donuts

21 Ridge St., Queensbury, NY 12801

518-741-0010

Vegan. Enjoy vegan donuts and more!

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Riverhead

Green Earth Natural Foods Market

50 E. Main St., Riverhead, NY 11901

(516) 369-2233

Natural foods deli. This deli has several veggie options.

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Rochester

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Brighton, Pittsford, and Victor.)

Aladdin's Natural Eatery

646 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607

(585) 442-5000

Mediterranean/Greek. See description under Pittsford, NY.

··Allah's Kitchen

24 Hinchey Rd., Rochester, NY 14624

585-623-8781

Vegan. Allah's Kitchen uses natural and organic foods and is influenced by Jamaican and Indian cuisine. The Culture bowl, curried seitan, and many other vegan alternatives are available on the menu. The ambiance is cool, cozy, and stylish with outdoor dining.

··Anyone’s Café & Bakery

133 Gregory St., Rochester, NY 14620

585-510-6209

Vegan café/bakery. Anyone’s Café & Bakery is a worker-owned cooperative offering plant-based baked goods, breakfast, and lunch. The bakery offers muffins, cinnamon rolls, and cookies (including the popular sunbutter cookie). The bubba oyster mushroom sandwich and fried shiitake mushrooms nuggets are available on the lunch menu. Salads can be ordered as a side or as an entrée such as the dandelion salad. Signature drinks include the lilac latte (espresso, plant-based milk, and house-made lilac syrup) and the Sappho (espresso, French vanilla and lavender syrup, oat milk, and dried violets).

··Grass Fed

980-982 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14620

585-851-8564

Vegan. This totally-vegan butcher shop in Rochester, New York, recreates your favorite meat products without the animal! With a low-carb, high protein ingredient called vital wheat gluten, they make healthy, delicious vegan meat products that have similar texture and taste to the real thing! With everything from bacon, to brats, to chicken, to beef; Grass Fed has it all! Or order special-occasion products like the Holiday Roast or Thanksgiving Soy Curls in Gravy.

·India House Vegetarian Café

1009 S. Clinton Ave., Rochester, NY 14620

(585) 271-0242

Vegetarian/Indian. This restaurant offers Southern Indian cuisine, including many items not found in a typical Indian restaurant. Appetizers include dahivada (lentil and onion fritter) and soups like rasam (spicy lentil and tomato soup). A variety of dosai (crispy crepes), as well as curries (spinach made with paneer or tofu, for example), rices, breads, and desserts make this a unique place to eat.

··Natural Oasis Café

288 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607

(585) 325-1831

Vegan/Ethiopian. This Ethiopian buffet and vegetarian café is located in the Natural Oasis Market & Wellness Center, where you can do yoga, get a massage, and buy local and/or organic foods.

··New Ethic Pizzeria & Café

545 Titus Ave., Rochester, NY 14617

(585) 623-8231

Vegan. New Ethic Pizzeria abjures the use of animal products entirely. From the "wings" to the pizzas, everything is vegan! Try the Dick Dale: their vegan version of the Hawaiian pizza! Or try the Iggy Popeye, a white pizza made with artichokes, tofu ricotta and, of course, spinach. There are also wings, subs, paninis, and calzones to choose from, so stop by today for a compassionate and peaceful dinner!

··Squatchos

17 E. Main St., Rochester, NY 14614

Vegan/pizzeria. Offers not only a variety of pizza pies, but also salads, burgers, wings, hot subs, soups, mac salad, fries, and sweets. Try the chicken parmesan hot sub with spinach artichoke soup and a homemade cookie.

The King and I

1455 E. Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY 14623

(585) 427-8090

Thai. An extensive vegetarian and vegan menu includes an excellent Phat Thai and vegan ice creams made with coconut milk. The atmosphere is enchanting and the service is friendly.

The Owl House

75 Marshall St., Rochester, NY 14607

(585) 360-2920

Natural foods/organic/local. The Owl House features local and organic foods, numerous vegetarian and vegan options, and even has a separate vegan menu! Try the Seitan Meatball Sandwich (request Daiya or no cheese to make vegan). They cook all vegan items on separate grills and fryers from meat. The Owl House is closed between lunch/brunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours. Reservations are accepted.

··The Red Fern

283 Oxford St., Rochester, NY 14607

(585) 563-7633

Vegan/American/café. The Red Fern is an all-vegan, American café with a quaint and rustic atmosphere. The food is bought fresh from local markets. Daily specials include everything from lentil burgers to biscuits and gravy. The compost plate, their version of the garbage plate, is served daily. The Red Fern has found creative ways to turn timeless favorites into vegan meals. The eatery is located on the corner of Oxford and Park. Outdoor seating is available. Cash only.

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Rockville Centre

Za Late Night Pizza

2 N. Park Ave., Rockville Centre, NY 11570

(516) 678-5283

Pizzeria. ZA Late Night Pizzeria has a vegan section on their menu. In addition to offering vegan cheese, ZA has a variety of vegan “meat” options, including Sriacha Seitan and BBQ Chick’n. ZA also has gluten-free options. Delivery until 4am.

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Sag Harbor

··Nikki’s Not Dog Stand

51 Division St., Sag Harbor, NY 11963

631-899-4429

Vegan. Not dogs include L.A. Dog (sautéed peppers and onions, pico de gallo, yellow mustard, ketchup, and mayo) and Chicago Dog (yellow mustard, electric green relish, chopped onions, tomato slices, pickle spear, sport peppers, and celery salt). Burgers include California Burger (caramelized onions, mustard, iceberg lettuce, pickles, mayo relish sauce, and tomato) and Oklahoma City Burger (bbq sauce, pickles, mayo, along with shredded cheddar cheese). Sides include Nikki’s Chili, White Sweet Potato Fries, Coleslaw, Nikki’s Potato Salad, and Jackson’s Sweet Potato Chips. Desserts feature Greyston Bakery Fudge Brownie, Birthday Cake Blondie, and Cinnamon Roll Blondie. Drinks include Malted Shake, Root Beer Float, and Hal’s New York Seltzer.

Provisions of Sag Harbor, Ltd.

Bay & Divisions St., Sag Harbor, NY 11963

(516) 725-3636

Natural foods deli. In this homey atmosphere, you'll find a salad bar with organic lettuce, and dishes such as Scrambled Tofu, an Organic Vegetable Pot Pie, and a Tempeh Reuben.

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Saratoga

··BARE Blends

18 Congress St., Saratoga, NY 12866

518-886-1426

Vegan/juice bar. BARE Blends is proof that food can be both delicious and good for you, which is exactly the mission of this woman-owned juice and smoothie bar that is expanding franchises beyond its original location in Albany, New York. “Bare” may describe the fact that there are no added sugars or preservatives in its food, but the expansive menu of yummy smoothies, refreshing juices, and mouthwatering smoothie bowls is the exact epitome of bare. Menus have some variations depending on location, but examples include the Green Giant Smoothie (pineapple, orange, mango, kale, lime, matcha, ginger, and oat milk); the Tickled Pickle fresh juice (ginger, pineapple, cucumber kale, and lime); and the Banana Cream Pie smoothie bowl, which has a base of banana, cashew cream, and oat milk, topped with banana, plain granola, coconut, golden raisins, and cashew cream. They also offer waffles with toppings and meal-sized salads that can be made into a grain bowl with the addition of whole grain brown rice. And if you’re needing a pick-me-up, grab a coffee and protein blend, such as the Vanilla Coffee Blend, made with coffee, cashew cream, vanilla protein, and oat milk. Let’s hope that BARE Blends continues to grow, because every state in the country needs at least one!

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Saratoga Springs

Druther's Brewing

381 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

(518) 306-5275

Brewpub. You can substitute a Beyond Burger for any of their non-veggie burger options. They also indicate items that can be made vegan on their menu such as Wok Fried Rice, several wood-fired pizzas, and several salads.

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Sayville

Cornucopia Natural Foods

39 Main St., Sayville, NY 11782

(631) 589-9579

Natural foods. This small café and deli located in a natural foods store offers fresh juices, soups, veggie burgers, sandwiches, salads, and more.

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Schenectady

Druther's Brewing

221 Harborside Dr., Schenectady, NY 12305

(518) 357-8640

Brewpub. You can substitute a Beyond Burger for any of their non-veggie burger options. They also indicate items that can be made vegan on their menu such as Wok Fried Rice, several wood-fired pizzas, and several salads.

Moon & River Café

115 S. Ferry St., Schenectady, NY 12305

(518) 382-1938

Café. Moon & River Cafe has plenty of vegan options, including vegan French toast, a vegan burrito, and vegan spare ribs! Breakfast is available all day. Moon & River has a homey ambience and there is live music nightly beginning at 8pm. Cash only.

··Take-Two Café

433 State St., Schenectady, NY 12305

518-280-9670

Vegan/American. Whether you need a cheerful start to your day or something hearty to fill your belly in the afternoon, Take-Two Café offers delicious, locally and ethically sourced meals and coffee in a relaxing environment. Favorites include the avo smash - avocado, pesto, feta, cucumbers, and walnuts on toasted bread - and the Buffalo crane wrap - loaded with buffalo seitan, buffalo ranch, lettuce, tomato, shredded carrots, and cheese sauce on a crunchy tostada and wrapped in a flour tortilla, all grilled to perfection with homemade salsa on the side. Not too hungry but desperate for an energy boost? Choose from an assortment of teas, coffees, lattes, and iced drinks of your liking. Take-Two encourages all people - whether vegan or not - to enjoy a taste of fresh, plant-based cuisine.

··UnBEETABLE

148 Clinton St., Schenectady, NY 12305

518-527-3610

Vegan. A vegan restaurant, bar and arcade, UnBEETABLE has an unbeatable vibe for you and your friends! They provide classic arcade appetizers with different style wings, mozzarella sticks, nachos and so many more to choose from. Their main dishes include different styles of hot dogs, burgers (patties made with the Beyond Meat), tacos, Jerk chicken quesadillas. A kids menu is available and sweet desserts are available along with a gluten-free options for all entrées.

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South Richmond Hill

··Veggie Castle II

132-09 Liberty Ave., South Richmond Hill, NY 11419

(718) 641-8342

Vegan/Caribbean. Veggie Castle II offers vegan "fast food" with a Caribbean flair. Try their vegan mac & cheese or a veggie burger. Please note that they are mainly a take-out restaurant as seating is very limited. Cash only.

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Southampton

Four Oaks

42 Jagger Ln., Southampton, NY 11968

631-287-6445

Café. Although they are not entirely vegetarian they do have some awesome plant-based options. Some of those include their Cali Cali Veggie sandwich, their supreme veggie wrap, and their veggie chipotle wrap. They also have an incredible selection of juices and smoothies.

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St. James

··Sweet Soul Bakery

454 Lake Ave., St. James, NY 11787

(631) 250-9399

Vegan/bakery. The mission of this little Long Island, New York bakery is simple--create delicious and satisfying food that is appealing to vegans and non-vegans alike. They offer tasty desserts and treats for everyday and special occasions without preservatives or artificial ingredients, while using organic ingredients whenever possible. Stop in to try the soup of the day, like Loaded Baked Potato or Spicy Zucchini and follow them on Facebook for special events like a Vegan Egg Sandwich pop up!

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Staten Island

Dairy Palace

2210 Victory Blvd., Staten Island, NY 10314

(718) 761-5200

Kosher dairy. This pizza and dairy restaurant features a Chinese menu, mock meat dishes, and an ice cream bar. Please note, they do serve fish.

··Tri Lounge and Café

1938 Clove Rd., Staten Island, NY 10304

(718) 442-5800

Vegan café. Enjoy vegan pizza, pasta dishes, a variety of burgers, chili, soup, fries, mac & cheese, desserts, and more. They also have entertainment on some days.

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Syracuse

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Fayetteville.)

Alto Cinco

526 Westcott St., Syracuse, NY 13210

(315) 422-6399

Mexican. Alto Cinco uses no lard and no MSG in any of their foods. The rice and beans are vegetarian, and they have a vegan burrito, nopales tacos and vegan enchiladas on the menu. All sauces are made fresh daily. Alto Cinco also has a shorter dine-in menu, with a special vegetable platter featuring fall harvest vegetables and wild rice.

··Aurora's Café

231 Northern Lights Plaza, Syracuse, NY 13212

315-928-7037

Vegan café/bakery. Aurora’s Café offers soups and sandwiches as well as baked goods. Soups include broccoli cheddar soup, pumpkin bisque, and loaded baked potato soup. Savory specials items include chick’n and biscuits and "tuna" melt on marble rye. Several types of baked goods are available including donuts, cinnamon rolls, pies, cakes, and cookies. Coffee is locally sourced.

··Nice Biscuit

2324 Court St., Syracuse, NY 13208

315-221-3797

Vegan. Soft, buttery, and warm southern-style biscuit sandwiches, biscuits, and spread are on the menu. They also offer sweet biscuits for dessert.

··Our Vegan Corner

446 E. Brighton Ave., Syracuse, NY 13210

315-461-2262

Destiny USA Mall, 9090 Destiny Usa Dr., Syracuse, NY 13204

315-461-2262

Vegan. At either their downtown or Destiny USA Mall location, Our Vegan Corner provides customers with vegan soul food, Mexican food, Italian food and soft serve and Italian ices! Vegan ribs and fried chick’n, or tacos and nachos and more can be ordered online through their website as well.

··Strong Hearts Café

315 Irving Ave., Syracuse, NY 13210

(315) 478-0000

Vegan café/organic. Strong Hearts Café offers inexpensive vegan comfort food in a relaxed and casual environment. Menu items include sandwiches, salads, burgers, and milkshakes. Caring about sustainability and community, Strong Hearts Café uses organic and locally-grown ingredients as much as possible and only 100% biodegradable and compostable food packaging.

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Tonawanda

··Guud & Evul Vegan Eats

21 Main St., Tonawanda, NY 14150

716-260-2278

Vegan/American. Guud & Evul Vegan Eats quickly moved from serving its American comfort foods on a food truck to a brick-and-mortar location in September 2021. Their menu offers a variety of burgers, including The Loose Cannon (a vegan spin-off of a patty melt) and Hell over Evul, which includes jalapeno cheese and “Hell sauce.” Sauces are another specialty of theirs and include a Bernaise and a Mornay. The playfulness of the menu continues with “This ain’t chicken strips” (made from Portobello mushrooms) and “Crack Rolls” (wonton-wrapped apple pie filling with icing)—an addiction that customers seem happy to adopt.

Mighty Taco

1762 Sheridan Dr., Tonawanda, NY 14150

(716) 332-0324

Mexican. See description under Amherst, NY.

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Troy

··Burrito Burrito

333 Broadway, Troy, NY 12180

(518) 712-9099

Vegan. They have Burritos, Tacos, Nachos, Burgers, Sides, Bowls, Salads, Drinks, and Desserts. Specialties include spicy soy 'steak,' fried chickpea patty, BBQ jackfruit, seitan with house-made hemp queso, and 'feesh' (kelp marinated tofu cornmeal crusted and fried). They are a nut-free establishment.

··The Cakerino

340 Congress St., Troy, NY 12180

518-599-5172

Vegan/bakery. Specializes in baked treats, cakes, and frozen ice cream cakes. Highly-acclaimed items include the oatmeal cream pie, the cannoli, the black and white cookie, and the apple pie bar. Owner and operator Bri has been serving the region for many years via her website, regular menu items at local restaurants, food festivals, and pop-ups. The location is handicap accessible, and there is parking available in the back. Note that for orders they need a two day notice for cupcakes and cookies, four day notice for cakes, and at least a week’s notice for custom decorated cakes. Gluten-free options available.

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Valley Stream

Jojo’s Juice Bar and Grill

124 Brooklyn Ave., Valley Stream, NY 11581

516-887-1694

Juice bar/café. Enjoy a wide variety of juices and smoothies, avocado toast, jackfruit wrap, dahl, teriyaki tofu bowl, sweet and sour chickpeas, and more.

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Wantagh

·Marrygold

3266 Railroad Ave., Wantagh, NY 11793

516-900-1168

Vegetarian/Asian. MarryGold offers vegetarian takes on traditional Chinese dishes, such as Lo Mein, General Tso’s, Orange Plant Chicken, and Sweet & Sour Plant Protein; as well as other east Asian favorites like Edamame, Roti Canai, and Malay Curry Noodle Soup. Located across the street from Triangle Park.

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Warwick

··Conscious Fork

14 Railroad Ave., Warwick, NY 10990

(845) 988-5253

Vegan/café/juice bar. Conscious Fork houses not only a vegan kitchen; this restaurant also has a juice bar and a market. Enjoy a freshly pressed carrot-apple-ginger juice or an avocado salad in a relaxed setting, or dine outdoors while overlooking Railroad Avenue. For brunch try the Tofu Scramble. For lunch and dinner dine on soup, salads, sandwiches, bowls, and more. Conscious Fork also offers catering. This restaurant gives great attention to sustainability--it works with local growers and uses compostable take-out containers, among other efforts.

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Watkins Glen

Glen Mountain Market

200 N. Franklin St., Watkins Glen, NY 14891

(607) 535-6900

Bakery. This bakery makes European-style breads and pastries fresh daily. Menu items include tofu burger, healthy hoagie, hummus, cheese sandwich, and PB&J.

··Green Elephants

507 N. Franklin St., Watkins Glen, NY 14891

607-210-6161

Vegan/Thai. Located on N. Franklin Street, the main street running through Watkins Glen, but also a five minutes’ walk from the Cavern Cascade, the trailheads for Watkins Glen state park, and the Six Nations Campground, as well as a 15 minutes’ drive from Farm Sanctuary, Green Elephants offers an all-vegan menu featuring all the classic Thai dishes and more, mostly with a choice of tofu and seitan mock duck: Pad Thai, Pad See Aew, Pineapple Fried Rice, Thai curries, stir fried veggies, rolls, dumplings, soups, spicy salads, and desserts including Fried Bananas and Lychee on Ice. All dishes are beautifully presented and live up to authentic Thai standards, brimming with color and flavor.

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West Hempstead

The Witches Brew

311 Hempstead Turnpike, West Hempstead, NY 11552

(516) 489-9482

Coffeehouse. The Witches Brew is really popular for their desserts and specialty drinks. Customers enjoy The Witches Brew’s sandwiches and nachos as well.

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West Seneca

··Eat Your Feelings

4208 Clinton St., West Seneca, NY 14224

716-771-7412

Vegan/bakery. Vegan chocolate birthday cake, cookie cake, cookie butter cake slices, raspberry turnover, and more are available at Eat Your Feelings bake shop.

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White Plains

·Falafel Place

204 Mamaroneck, White Plains, NY 10601

Vegetarian. See descripton under Yonkers, NY entry.

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Williston Park

··Rock n Roots

469 Willis Ave., Williston Park, NY 11596

516-385-4889

Vegan. Enjoy a granola cup, sushi rolls, wraps and salads, panini sandwiches, burgers, and desserts.

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Woodstock

··Garden Café on the Green

6 Old Forge Rd., Woodstock, NY 12498

(845) 679-3600

Vegetarian/organic/eclectic. Garden Café is a vegan café located in downtown Woodstock. Focused on organic and natural foods, they use no preservatives, chemicals, transfats, or genetically-engineered products. Their menu features seasonal offerings, daily specials, and eclectic choices like the Grilled Mediterranean Chickpea Wrap, Homemade Southwest Black Bean & Roasted Sweet Potato Burger, and Caribbean Grilled Pineapple Chili Tofu.

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Wurtsboro

·The Red Dot

106 Sullivan St., Wurtsboro, NY 12790

845-644-5000

Vegetarian. The Red Dot Vegetarian Kitchen offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, adorned with decor from various cultures that reflect its global culinary inspiration. This restaurant reimagines traditional foods from around the world into inventive vegan dishes, such as their Beefless bulgogi or Golden Thali, delivering exceptional rich, delicious flavors. Whether you're stopping by for a quick, satisfying lunch while traveling along the highway or a local resident looking for a special meal close to home, The Red Dot provides a gourmet experience with plentiful options to choose from.

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Yonkers

·Falafel Place

2219 Central Park Ave., Yonkers, NY 10710

(914) 902-0072

Vegetarian/Middle Eastern. As a sister restaurant to Hummus Place, Falafel Place also offers many hummus options in addition to falafel. Everything is made on a daily basis, and their key dish is their falafel sandwich, filled with hummus, falafel, tahini, and other vegetables and spices!

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