I came here on my most recent visit to the city when with my family. Walking it, it felt very much…read morelike a Vegan SweetGreen. They had a menu of curated salads and bowls but you also had the ability to create your own. Everything looked and smelled very fresh and the restaurant itself looked bright, fun and eclectic. The service was very friendly and we were assisted and guided promptly. There were so many interesting sounding menu items so it was a struggle in deciding what to order! I ended up opting for the burrito chipotle bowl as the sound of jackfruit and guacamole together just sounded amazing! The food was prepared quickly and we were able to find a table as there were ample ones available. The seating was comfortable and we indulged in our food. I loved how well seasoned everything was in my dish and the spiced beans, rice, jackfruit and guacamole all melded together quite nicely. I left feeling uplifted and my family also thoroughly enjoyed their meals, with my cousin raving about the superb texture of her falafel. We got some cookies to go and those ended up being nice and soft and indulgent and not overly sweet. I highly recommend this restaurant if you want a restaurant that is healthy and conveniently located to many great NYC sites! I love how there's something for everyone too!

A Hidden Gem That Completely Changed My Perspective on Vegan Food…read more Yesterday was my first visit to Le Botaniste, and I honestly wasn't sure what to expect. The storefront and fresh drinks first caught my attention, so I thought it was mostly a juice or beverage spot. The moment I walked inside, I realized it was so much more. The restaurant has a warm, inviting atmosphere, and everything looked incredibly fresh. You can immediately tell they take pride in the quality of their food. The highlight of our visit was the exceptional customer service from Alan. He welcomed us with a smile, took the time to explain the menu, answered all of our questions, and gave us recommendations based on what we were looking for. His knowledge and enthusiasm made choosing our meals easy. Alan recommended their most popular bowl, the Pasta Bolognese, and mentioned it was also his personal favorite. After just one bite, I understood why. It was rich, hearty, full of flavor, and if no one had told me it was vegan, I never would have guessed. It has officially become one of my favorite plant-based meals. For my mother, Alan recommended the seasonal Mediterranean Bowl, and it was another excellent choice. I asked her if she enjoyed it, and her response was simple: "Yes... and I want more." That pretty much says it all. The drinks were also fresh, refreshing, and paired perfectly with our meals. Honestly, I don't think you can go wrong with anything on their drink menu. Even if you're not vegan, don't let that stop you from trying this place. Le Botaniste proves that plant-based food can be comforting, satisfying, and packed with incredible flavor. A huge thank you to Alan for making our first visit such a memorable one. Great food is important, but great hospitality makes people want to come back. Needless to say, I'll definitely be back to work my way through the rest of the menu.

My daughter was recently diagnosed with celiacs and has been searching for good food. She is also…read morea vegetarian so it's been extremely difficult. We went to Friedman's before a concert and we were so happy! The staff were very friendly and the food was amazing! There were so many options that it was difficult to decide. Not only did we have a wonderful meal but she was able to enjoy a strawberry shortcake! Our experience was incredible and we will definitely be visiting again.

A gluten-free dreamscape located in Midtown. This is an absolute must-visit for anyone craving a…read morereal, solid gluten-free breakfast. I ordered the famous lemon ricotta pancakes with strawberries, lemon zest, whipped cream, & maple syrup. All the way delicious. Not just "delicious for gluten-free" but actually all the way delicious. Also had a dreamy iced latte with a touch of vanilla in it. Woke me right up. This is my favorite breakfast place in Manhattan as of right meowwww.

Food: this is my fav restaurant in NYC, I come here everytime I come to NYC. Their sushi rolls are…read moreamazing. Service: it's always great. Ambiance: cool restaurant with great vibe.

Went to dinner with a vegan friend of mine and found this place…read more Cocktails were good although not too strong. The original one I wanted was the lychee but they ran out of the ingredients at 5pm. Anyway I tried the Lilac cocktail was pretty good. We had an array of things ... spicy crab hand roll, steamed edamame dumplings, zucchini chips, tofu and avocado The star of the happy hour menu was the spicy tuna maki roll . My favorite thing . I didn't even taste watermelon lol . Vegan sushi roll for the win. My friend has the kebabs and I had the beef and broccoli which was good. Spent like $100 pp I would come back and have that sushi roll again and try other things

First day after a red-eye flight from the West Coast, I was craving something truly healthy and…read morenourishing. We wanted to chill at Bryant Park while each of us grabbed whatever we felt like eating, and La Botaniste--right across from the park--was the perfect grab-and-go option for me. The colorful Dutch ovens filled with fresh, vibrant dishes and amazing aromas made it so hard to choose. I'm still kicking myself for not taking pictures because everything looked so mouthwatering. I finally went with the Botanical Salad, and it was AMAZING. Fresh, flavorful, satisfying, and exactly what I was hoping for. Everything on the menu looked comforting and delicious while still being plant-based and health-conscious. Even though the line was busy, the staff was genuinely friendly. They took the time to answer questions, explain the dishes, and make recommendations without making us feel rushed.

Such a great place for a quick last minute dinner in midtown.. The staff couldnt have been nicer…read more The woman taking my order gave me a detailed run down on my options. I opted for the asian noodle salad and the energy cookie. The food was ready fast and was both delicious and felt healthy. Which is a rare combination..

Excellent food and service. Worst-kept secret for pre-theatre drinks and bites. 85 character…read moreminimum is cruel.

I didn't realize I had already bookmarked P.S. Kitchen as a vegan spot to try in New York City, but…read moresince I was staying near Times Square, I stopped in for a quick meal after a long morning. I arrived at an off-hour, between 2:00 and 3:00 p.m., so it was fairly empty. The space was immaculate, with clean, crisp colors and plenty of open seating. I ordered the Buffalo maitake sandwich to go. It came with breaded maitake mushrooms, lettuce, tomato, red onion, and house blue cheese dressing on a pretzel bun. It was neatly wrapped in aluminum foil and traveled well back to my hotel. There was plenty of sauce to complement the Buffalo-style mushrooms, and while the breading had a nice texture, I would have preferred it a little crispier. Overall, it was a tasty and filling sandwich. I expected the pretzel bun to be larger, but the smaller size worked well. I enjoyed the meal and would definitely return to dine-in on a future trip to NYC!

This was my first stop in the city after my last visit. I came hungry, so it was great. The…read morelighting is dim and the decor is wonderful in the place. The staff were also very sweet. If you didn't know, this is a Mexican restaurant with a full vegan menu. We shared a plate of plantain that came on a delicious later of black bean puree. We also got chips and mango salsa ... That's really a great salsa! For the main course, I decided to get the pescado and al pastor chicken tacos. I have never had the al pastor profile with 'chicken' before, so that was interesting. I enjoyed both tacos, and I think the al pastor was my favorite. I got the churros for the dessert, and the presentation was so cool, but I have to admit I did not love them. They tasted way too fried, if that makes sense. My sister got the chocolate chili tart ... It had stunning presentation, and ... It really was delicious! That would be my first choice next time. This place does brunch and has great cocktails as well. They are more on the expensive side and I would reserve them for special occasions, but I overall enjoyed everything. Highly recommend!

Absolutely love everything about this place! Decor was beautiful, it's spaced out and the bar is…read morepretty. The steak tacos 11/10, shrimp tacos 11/10 & al pastor 11/10!!!! Flavorful, not over stuffed or under stuffed but the perfect amount. Our bartender Shaike (misspelled it) was the absolute best !!! Makes a bomb cocktail & very attentive!!! We will be back

Amazing vegan food with many different choices but in my opinion, the chicken and waffles was the…read morestandout. Staff was great and we met the owner, Danny who was very friendly and made us feel welcome. Stop by if you're in the area

Delicious food, live jazz, great decor. Portions are a bit small for the price--some of the mains…read morearen't that much larger or more filling than the appetizers. They were out of a few dishes I wanted to try, which was annoying. Also I didn't like the mandatory server spiel of 'Is this your first time? Well, Urban Vegan Kitchen is 100% vegan--'. It's like, yeah, I gathered that from the fact that you're called 'Urban Vegan Kitchen'. Also my water wasn't refilled once the entire time. And the water cups they give you are tiny. Ultimately I like this place and want to like this place. But they're very clearly not a well-oiled machine just yet. Worth going still, though.

Great food, always fresh and consistent. The service Is great, the team is always ready and the…read moreflow of the line is smooth. The Spirit of the restaurant is alive and clean all the time

I keep seeing my co workers keep getting food from them , so I got curious. On a rainy day I went…read morethere for lunch . Only chicken is halal , so I have tried that . Funny thing is there not much chicken on the bowl lol , it's all salad & sauces . Hard to find chicken . I ended up with lots of rice & salad . Will I come back again ? Not sure . Customer service was not great either. It needs a lot of work . The place looks clean .

The food was amazing. The ambience was so cool. The service was amazing I love the theme of the…read morerestaurant it was like I felt like I was in real Japan but, there wasn't any pandas. It was just the calm five in the music. I'm giving this place 11 out of 10 for the service the ambience in the food and my waiter was so nice! I would also recommend trying the Ube cheesecake. It was so good.

Where do I even begin?…read more I had the absolute pleasure of catching up with my goddaughter over lunch here, & the entire experience, from the food & presentation to the service by Maria & ambience was fantastic. We both opted for the $19 Lunch Special (choose two items from Sushi, Dumplings, or Sides): My Pick: Salmon Avocado Roll (white rice, salmon, avocado, seaweed caviar) & Ginger Beef Dumplings. Goddaughter's Pick: Charred Avocado Roll (white rice, crab, cucumber, charred avocado, black caviar) & Spicy Eggplant. The culinary creativity here is next level. Everything from the aroma & presentation to the very first bite was incredibly impressive. The service was top-tier as well. Our main server was warm & attentive, & two other team members checked in throughout our meal to ensure we had everything we needed. Value-wise, you can't beat it, our lunches plus two glasses of Prosecco came out to just $60 total. Whether you're plant-based or a full-on omnivore, Beyond Sushi is a must-try. You will not be disappointed. To note, post lunch, I received a thank you email from the restaurant. Fabulous experience across the table.

Came here with a friend at around 2am after a concert because we were hungry and this was one of…read morethe only places open late. It was still very bustling when we walked in and there was a queue of people waiting to be seated. We waited at most 5 minutes, which was not bad. The food is as good as I remembered and they offered to refill our banchan dishes, which was great. They still had the plastic barriers between tables which I appreciated since the tables are quite tight and in close quarters. The dividers gave a small sense of privacy. The only complaint is that the bathroom is downstairs, which is a bit dingy and inaccessible.

There was a line to get a table, so I assumed this place was going to be amazing. Unfortunately, it…read morewas a huge disappointment. The interior is old, rundown, and felt dirty. The food was below average, and the atmosphere was nothing special either. To make matters worse, our waitress didn't speak a word of English, which made communicating and ordering difficult. I honestly don't understand the hype or why people wait in line for this place. With so many better Korean restaurants in Koreatown offering great food, better service, and a much nicer atmosphere, I would never come back. Definitely not worth the wait! See