Chopt Creative Salad Co.

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Keeping it real out here in Astor place This is hands down my favorite chopt location. Eaten here so many times, it's spacious, well lit and service is always on point. Def not easy to run a store this well in nyc right now but they're doing it well. They always have new seasonal flavors too, ok I'll stop fanboying now read more

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Cole M.

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1 month ago

Staff is nice and only redeeming factor. Chopt may have the worst app I've ever used. Discounts are impossible to apply. Gonna stick with other places read more

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Ploy N.

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I'm kinda in love with the Miso Chicken Warm Bowl! Perfect lunch for a train ride. The sauce was flavorful and the chicken was tender. A filling and nutritious meal. read more

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Sandra M.

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8 months ago

Food is very good. Staff exceptionally nice. We are from out of town so it was nice to find friendly people

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David O.

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10 months ago

Nice staff and good salads. This place is better than sweetgreen. I highly recommend it!

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Damaan G.

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9 months ago

I got a kale caesar from Astor place, really good experience Giselle was very nice ( The Manager )

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Raymond C.

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Compared to the first time ordered, this was so much better. I made my own salad this time and the ingredients were fresh One thing I did have to say is that I requested the dressing tossed in but got it on the side instead. I chose the Chopt blend, heart of palms, Panko fried chicken, red quinoa, roasted Brussels sprouts, marinated kale, and sesame ginger dressing. read more

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Gerardo Ali L.

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Amazing place to eat to get a salad or bowl. I highly recommend it wherever they are located and whatever state and city. The service was quick and the ambience was trendy. read more

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Nancy H.

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I always come here when I'm feeling like eating a salad cause I love that they chop the ingredients into small pieces. I made my own salad. I got romaine, egg, cucumber, tomatoes, pepperjack, and added chicken for extra. Total came out to be $14 which is decent for a meal in the city. The salad is always filled to the brim and I always feel full after eating it. They always put just the right amount of dressing as well! It's a bright space that often has seats- they also offer a free small piece of bread if you purchase a salad. read more

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Jasmine S.

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First time being at Chopt. This was obviously more of a healthier choice. We ordered a salad with Smokey chicken, green onions, Parmesan, and avocado with Smokey bacon Russian dressing. This combination was delicious. The chicken was flavorful from the smokey taste, the bacon added a nice crunch to the salad. The avocado brought in that creamy factor to it. It was a refreshing and satisfying meal compared to our usual sluggish feeling after eating a whole bunch of meat and getting the meat sweats. read more

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Christopher T.

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2 years ago

Food was delicious. friendly staff and relaxed environment. Will definitely come back the southwest steak salad was amazing

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Aneil B.

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The salads are pretty good. The ingredients are fresh and service has been quick the several times I've visited this location. I haven't dined in, but there is a small seating area which feels big due to the tall ceilings. read more

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Yash M.

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Giselle and griselle were both great -- very sweet and intelligent and leader-like. Plus, Some guy was giving me trouble and they helped with the situation. read more

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Kristen M.

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3 years ago

Updating my review to add a star. I ordered in the afternoon recently and the quality has definitely improved!

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Donna S.

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3 years ago

Want to thank the manager Erick at Astor Pl location. My dressing fell out the bag and spilled. Erick replaced my entire order with a complimentary beverage. He went above and beyond. Much appreciated read more

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Frank G.

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3 years ago

Want to say thank you to the GM Griselle, Her customer service was amazing. It was quite busy yet i was attended to very quickly by her and her staff. I needed help knowing what topping was in the Chicken Tinga warm bowl since i have a Avocado allergy & wanted to know if i could make it without it. They was very thorough in explaining i could exchange the avocado for another toping The young lady assembling even recommended i put tomatoes which made the warm bowl taste delicious !! Definitely coming back to try out the Chicken Tinga with the Bacon Russian that i tried 10/10 Store! read more

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Cody H.

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I love this spot. Typically, I eat here 2-3 times a week. More order is pretty basic, Kale Cesar no chicken with bread, and caramels. The staff is always extremely pleasant, the food is fresh, and they are fast...maybe too fast. Special shout out to Elaina, she has a wonderful, engaging personality and always makes me feel like a local. I will continue to frequent this location. NOM NOM NOM read more

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Troy L.

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I got the chicken sante and all pastor salad. The salads were filling. When I went, he place was not packed, so there was not a lot of seating. One thing I didn't realize is that the salads were really spicy. So if you are not into spicy, make sure you ask them to go light on the same. read more

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Farah A.

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Salads are ok very few options and not as creative as sg. This is my second time here the first time i went to the w51st location and never has the service been great the first time they person making my salad left items out and when i asked for additional items they questioned my request read more

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Lauren M.

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Chopt on its own is fine. But Chopt on MealPal is so stingy!! Every time I get a salad through MealPal, it's essentially nothing but lettuce with a couple of toppings sprinkled in. This is not the case when you order a salad on its own. Just Salad makes MealPal salads just the same as any other order so I'm not sure why Chopt can't do the same. They're cheating MealPal customers for sure. read more

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Michael B.

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Employees handling food and cleaning with bare hands. Complete disregard for safe food handling and the customer experience. read more

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Desireé M.

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I used to go to Chop't at Astor daily. With a few exceptions the staff is always rude, the order is always wrong, and it's extremely expensive for what it is. After being overcharged, told I would be refunded, and then never received my money back, I stopped going to Chop't entirely. From the other reviews, it seems I made a good choice. read more

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Bahruny C.

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Shoutout to my go-to Chopt location! Chopt is a fun experience because you can watch your salad getting mixed and chopped (as the name suggests) with this double-handled rocking chopper (I had to google real hard to properly describe this one) in epic fashion. 4-stars because this is one of the better operating Chopt locations imo. Even during peak lunch hours, I never feel the need to order ahead unless I'm actually in a rush. Whenever I do order ahead, they always have mobile orders prepared in a timely manner. The place itself is bright and well kept with plenty of seating for individuals, small groups, and large groups. If I had to nitpick, this location offers shredded pepperjack cheese instead of cubed. It's not a deal-breaker, but it does make my Sante Fe salad feel different. Sante Fe salad ftw btw. read more

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Max R.

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3 years ago

Awesome service. Even when its busy they keep the line moving quick and efficiently. Food is solid too.

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Kathryn S.

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7 years ago

Experience has improved over last few months! Haven't had any issues with my ingreds being tossed.

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Christila U.

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Normally i frequent Chop't on 42nd st when i used to work around the area. Sometimes i go like once or twice a week especially when my brain started to alert me that i need to eat healthy. This time around tho, was in the area because of some exhibition i needed to attend and my stomach was growling by the time i walked in front of Astor Place station. I saw Chop't and i was like hey, lets eat something healthy tonight! Minute i got in, i realized there was hardly any line and only three staffs were working. Plenty of seating and a working restroom. Even tho there wasnt any line, service was slow. Tired of making my own salad, i just opted for Santa Fe. Had to wait because they ran out of the vinaigrette. Everybody seemed so dull and unlively. Wonder if they're actually happy working there. read more

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Hannah M.

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I've held off writing this review for a long time because I held out hope, but unfortunately Chop't has heavily disappointed a customer: I've been a long-time loyal fan of sweetgreen, and wanted to try one of their competitors because why not, and it was also a little bit closer to my office than the nearest sweetgreen. I came in, initially overwhelmed by the large menu, and decided to try what was marked as one of their "fan favorites": the Santa Fe salad, which has avocado, grape tomatoes, corn, pepperjack, homemade fried onions, and romaine lettuce with a chipotle vinaigrette. I'm not a huge fan of avocado, so I asked if I could sub it out for chicken. I was told there would be an additional charge, which was fine with me, as the chicken is a more expensive "premium" topping than the avocado. I expected to pay the difference or AT MOST, just pay for the damn chicken. Instead, I was mischarged not only for a substitution ($1) but ALSO the chicken (around $3), so my salad ended up being almost $15, making it significantly more expensive than my sweetgreen would have been. And the quality? Not great. I found the ingredients to be not as fresh as they are at sweetgreen, and I just wasn't a big fan of the salad as a whole. The dressing was too sweet for my liking and the flavors just really didn't go well together, despite the fact that I liked all of the parts individually. To make things worse, I reached out to Chop't customer service to let them know I had been mischarged, and received a quick response saying that they would look into the incident and that I would be sent a coupon for a free salad for my trouble. I greatly appreciated the gesture and would have gladly gone to use the coupon and considered becoming a repeat guest had my second, comped visit gone well, but I never received the coupon. I very quickly went from being extremely impressed with the level of customer service to extremely jaded. Would I return? Maybe if sweetgreen were burned to the ground. read more

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Jenny R.

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Honestly the staff helped me get through my order easily and can't wait to eat my salad when I get home. However i don't know who ever the lady was on the register, I said something, was gonna ask a question and she just talked to me with attitude and looked either pissed or upset. Honestly made me really not want to come back again to this location again. read more

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Jenai B.

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This was my first time trying Chopt and I am not only pleased with the freshness of all the ingredients but the staff is on point. I would like to give a special thanks to Nigel. keep it up! read more

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Hersh C.

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4 years ago

I love chop't and this is my favorite location, mostly because the people here are so friendly and wonderful. Nigel, Elana, Chris are always amazing. Their friendly spirit just adds that little jest to my Salad! Guys, you rock. read more

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Bonnie C.

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I've been to many Chop't locations in the city & what makes this one stand out is THE STAFF! Every time I enter this location I'm helped by this SUPER friendly upbeat guy Nigel! He makes ordering my food easy & fast ! What more can you really ask for? Great job Chop't! Keep up the amazing service read more

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Gina S.

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I live nearby to this location. I usually have a good experience there, but there is one employee who goes above and beyond and that individual is Nigel. He is friendly and welcoming, always with a smile on his face. And he knows his salads! I always leave very satisfied when Nigel is at the helm! Nigel is the best! read more

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Takisha P.

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Second time here this week! Each time, Nigel helped me figure out my selection with so much positivity! My salad was great as well. I don't know if I can afford coming another time this week haha but I will definitely be back! read more

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Tom T.

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Your basic Chopt. A little slow inside but the usual food is there. Clean seating area.

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Sam H.

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3 years ago

Super kind staff, great Mediterranean warm bowl. Little pricey but that's Manhattan. No wait either

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Mikey G.

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I like this location very much, it's super clean and well organized, the staff are very friendly and efficient, every salad I have ever got here was just absolutely delicious I love all the dressings! My favorite would have to be the Mexican Caesar salad! Has a little kick to it and it is just Soooo Good! They have a lot of ice cold beverages and the lemonade from the fountain is my favorite to pair up with my salad along with the complementary fresh whole wheat bread!Chop't is one of my favorite lunch spots in the city! There's nothing else like it and nothing else that compares! read more

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Beth N.

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never going back, paid $12 on monday for a salad... got the same salad today and they charged me $16 for adding chicken... chicken is part of the salad... over rated over priced. educate your cashiers how to charge you for your order and not argue with you when you question it. NEVER AGAIN!! read more

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Carter B.

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Had always been a Sweetgreen fanatic, but finally tried Chopt after a friend's recommendation. I decided to create my own after seeing the array of fresh ingredients. It was absolutely delicious. I will most definitely be back here! This location is also good, bright, sunny, good seating choices and good spot for a quick lunch. read more

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51 Astor Place
New York, NY 10003
East Village
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(646) 979-1990
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Hours

What time does Chopt Creative Salad Co. open?

Chopt Creative Salad Co. opens at 10:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Chopt Creative Salad Co. opens at 11:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Chopt Creative Salad Co. close?

Chopt Creative Salad Co. closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Chopt Creative Salad Co. closes at 5:00 PM on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Thu 10:30 AM - 8:00 PMFri 10:30 AM - 5:00 PMSat-Sun 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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Does Chopt Creative Salad Co. take credit cards?

Yes, Chopt Creative Salad Co. takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Chopt Creative Salad Co. have catering options?

Yes, Chopt Creative Salad Co. does have catering options.

Does Chopt Creative Salad Co. serve alcohol?

No, Chopt Creative Salad Co. does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Chopt Creative Salad Co. have TVs?

Yes, Chopt Creative Salad Co. has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Chopt Creative Salad Co. have bike parking?

Yes, Chopt Creative Salad Co. has bike parking.

Does Chopt Creative Salad Co. have outdoor seating?

No, Chopt Creative Salad Co. does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Chopt Creative Salad Co. have parking?

Yes, Chopt Creative Salad Co. has parking options.

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Does Chopt Creative Salad Co. have free WiFi?

Yes, Chopt Creative Salad Co. has free WiFi.

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4.8(497 reviews)

4.3 mi•Crown Heights

Ras Plant Based is absolutely spectacular! I just finished volunteering at the Brooklyn Half…read moreMarathon and was looking for a vegan restaurant to eat at while visiting this neighborhood and I feel like I hit gold! This 100% plant based restaurant serves Ethiopian food and has some of the best unique flavor profiles I have ever tried. Food Ordered - Mercato Platter --This plate came with a lentil stew, ground chick peas, collard greens, and a pepper/carrot veggie medley. Everything in the platter was amazing - super flavorful and hearty. - Spiced Mac and Cheese --If you told me this Mac and Cheese was dairy free I would think you are trying to pull a fast one. The sauce was super creamy and light and had that amazing cheesy flavor. - Chefs Special --The Chefs Special was the star of the show for me! This dish was Kitfo covered in collar greens and avocado with the most amazing smoky sauce. All of the ingredients went together amazing to create a perfect bite.

If you've never tried Ethiopian food this is your sign to go!…read moreRas has an all vegan menu with the most incredible variety of plants that will be the most flavorful and healthy meal ever! The food is so appealing that it's always on our list whenever we are in town. The staff is friendly and we've always had a great experience. They had an outdoor seating area but city rules made them put it away and apply for a permit. They are waiting for approval and plan to put outdoor seating again.

Mushroom Tibs

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Fries...we ok, nothing exceptional

Le Botaniste

4.4(80 reviews)

1.7 mi•Midtown West

YUM. This place was so good. I came in after a long day of working (and it was only 2pm) and this…read moreplace revived me in so many ways. It is so cozy inside. It feels like you're entering a library. It is really beautiful and chic. The staff were friendly and I ordered the Tibetan Mama ($15.93) Coconut Curry and it was delicious. It was so flavorful and fresh. Genuinely my only complaint is that they didn't give me more. I also ordered a lemonade (~$4) that had a nice sweetness to it, but didn't taste too artificial. It was a great addition to the hearty curry.

I had lunch from Le Botaniste last Saturday and enjoyed the meal. I say from Le Botaniste rather…read morethan at Le Botaniste, because - even though the cafe is beautiful and huge (I saw a sign pointing to more seating in another room) - it was a gorgeous day and I took my lunch across the street to enjoy in Bryant Park. And that's really one of the best things about this location of Le Botaniste (there around 7 locations in the city) - being right across from Bryant Park, you can enjoy a healthy lunch while enjoying the park! So what is Le Botaniste? It's an organic, plant-based, and carbon-neutral cafe with locations in NYC and a couple in Europe. So everything is vegan. Everything is organic. The calories and other dietary information are listed on the menu. I had their Chef Priyanka Samosa Bowl (a seasonal offering), which includes brown rice, saag, samosa balls, crispy chickpeas, turmeric onions, tamarind and green chutneys, and yogurt raita. It is 433 calories and 12 grams of protein. I thought it was good - although I thought the samosa balls were quite dry (the chutneys, saag, and raita helped), and I liked that it was light and healthy and wouldn't slow me down for the rest of my busy day. I also grabbed a water and a quinoa peanut butter cookie that I saved in my bag for later. (I noticed that they had some wines that I would have been happy to try - if you eat in, you can have a full experience with a drink.) I showed up right at 11 when they opened, and there was only one other customer. My bowl was ready in seconds and I was out the door and across the street seated in Bryant Park within a minute or two. If you're looking for a healthy vegan lunch in the neighborhood, Le Botaniste is a good option!

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Sweets ahead

Divya's Kitchen

4.4(532 reviews)

0.5 mi•East Village

The waitstaff were amazing. Unfortunately, overpriced food…read morewhich was mediocre at best--very bland. Will not be returning.

The food was as expected, fresh and delicious and generally well balanced but still packing in…read moreflavor. The space itself is calming, with a good ambiance to allow folks to catch up and hear each other. I think it's also no coincidence that this spot is right next to the Bhakti Center as the yogic/ayurveda connection is a quite strong. Price point is also very reasonable with a 3 course meal set at under $50. HOWEVER, big missed opportunity in engaging the clientele and educating more people about dosha types. I expected the waiters to inquire if we're familiar with Ayurvedic principles and or are aware of our dosha type. This could have helped with guiding our choices, being prescriptive without being strict that a kapha can only order kapha meals. The experience was sorely lacking in promoting the whole value prop of an Ayurvedic meal and what makes this place actually special.

0.5 mi•East Village, Alphabet City

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Avant Garden

4.4(502 reviews)

•$$$

Five stars isn't enough for our experience at Avant Garden…read more From the moment we walked in, the team made us feel so welcomed and cared for. Every dish was thoughtfully explained, beautifully presented, and genuinely felt like a fine dining experience from start to finish. The food was absolutely delicious. Truly some of the best vegan food we've ever had. Every course felt creative, elevated, and packed with flavor in a way that completely exceeded expectations. If you're looking for incredible vegan food in New York City, Avant Garden deserves a spot at the very top of your list. We already can't wait to go back. Highly, highly recommend.

I had been looking forward to trying Avant Garden for a long time and chose it for a birthday…read moredinner, so this was especially disappointing. We had a 9:30 reservation on May 9. The reservation email said they would hold the table for 15 minutes, and we arrived at about 9:43 after getting stuck in traffic. We were still within that window, but as soon as we checked in, the host immediately told us the kitchen was closing in one minute and that the bar would close in about 20 minutes, so we needed to place our food order right away. It made the meal feel rushed from the moment we arrived. The restaurant was virtually empty, but we were seated directly next to the bathroom. There were clearly plenty of other seating options available, which made that choice even more frustrating. Unfortunately, there was a noticeable bathroom odor from our table, which was really unpleasant and not what I would expect from a restaurant at this price point. Servers were also constantly going back and forth between the dining room and what seemed to be either a storage or cleaning area near the bathroom, so in addition to the odor, there was steady foot traffic throughout the meal. There were also papers or sugar packets underneath the table next to us, which added to the feeling that the dining room was not being carefully maintained. We ordered the paella, fig toast, and Calabrian flatbread. The food itself was fine in terms of flavor, but the rest of the experience made it feel understated and much less enjoyable than it should have been. The paella and toast came out quickly, and then we waited about 45 minutes for the flatbread. During that time, no one checked in, explained the delay, or asked how anything was. We honestly thought the flatbread had been forgotten. Then, after that long wait, the flatbread and dessert were brought out almost at the same time. The server explained that the kitchen was telling them to bring everything out at once. We had also ordered a bottle of Lambrusco, but it was not available, so we were given a different wine instead. Overall, the pacing and service felt very disorganized. We were rushed to order immediately, then largely ignored for the rest of the meal. No one asked how the food was, no one checked on the delay, and the timing of the final dishes made the meal feel chaotic rather than enjoyable. Even though the food was fine, the experience around it really took away from the meal. I also think there is a practical issue with the reservation timing. If the kitchen closes 15 minutes after the last available reservation, it does not make sense to offer a 15-minute grace period. Either the final seating should be earlier, or the kitchen should remain open long enough to properly serve guests who arrive within the stated reservation window. For a restaurant with Avant Garden's reputation and price point, I expected a much more thoughtful and polished experience. I wanted this to be a special birthday dinner, but we left feeling disappointed. I don't feel eager to return, and based on this visit, I would have a hard time recommending it to vegan friends.

2.1 mi•Midtown West, Hell's Kitchen, Theater District

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Obao

4.0(4.5k reviews)

•$$$

Obao has delicious food. If you're in Hells Kitchen and happen to stumble by Obao, it is worth…read morecoming in. Obao is has both Thai and Viet food. It does well with doing the whole "fusion" schtick without losing the essence and flavor of the dishes. Pad Krapoa Moo Krob, the meat on the pork belly was so juicy - the pork skin was crunchy and chewy at the same time, flavors of Thai spice, basil, and bell peppers harmoniously working together to bring a balanced meal. The shrimp basil fried rice was delicious, a great alternative if you're not feeling the crab fried rice. The service at Obao is always prompt and helpful, whether it's questions about the menu or recommendations, anyone is willing to help. Inside Oboa is dimly lit, a moody vibe that is fun and invites playful conversations.

While walking down the street in Hell's Kitchen, Obao caught my family's and my eyes. We looked at…read morethe menu and noticed that there were many gluten-free options, so we decided to try them out. The hostess stated how she had a long reservation list, but was able to get us right in! Once we sat down, our server, Spaghetti, came over to us. He was extremely friendly and took our drink orders right away. I ordered an Espresso Martini, and it was delicious. My father ordered a Vietnamese Iced Coffee, which was extremely tasty. For our entrees, my mother ordered the Pad Thai, and my father and I ordered the Pho Bó. My mom absolutely loved the Pad Thai! The Pho Bó was incredible. The broth was so delectable, and it was honestly the best broth that I have ever had. The portions were also incredible, especially for the price and being in the city! Once we received the check, we noticed that next to the Pho Bó, it stated that it is Michelin Recommended, and we completely understand why! We are looking forward to going back!