Though I may prefer their previous location in Northvale which was very cozy, I was happy to see…read moreRoots finally reopened in an inviting space with an art space, plants, books, and a stage area. Though not huge, their menu is plant based with an assortment of brunch/lunch items like bowls, salads and interesting sushi, as well as smoothies and other drinks. If you're open to vegan food and uncommon items in a western diet, you'll enjoy it. The pad thai slaw and sushirito were delicious and well made and everything on the menu was inviting. The teas were lovely and I really enjoyed being able to select a blend of herbs for my tea mug. There was some herbal water available, and a selection of desserts on the counter and in the fridge - chocolatey delights like "snickers" bars. We found a corner next to the stage with two armchairs and a coffee table which was the coziest corner to sit and chat. Though it was Friday afternoon at lunch time and there were several other small groups, it never felt crowded and we were able to stay for a few hours enjoying our tea and meal. Staff were very friendly and accommodating, and non-intrusive. You order at the counter and then sit down, and we were not disturbed at all besides our meal being brought to us when it was ready. Parking is limited but at least they have a lot. It's a short walk into the main part of the town. They also occasionally host events. Looking forward to returning!

So glad they're back! The other day we stopped in for lunch at the new location in Closter NJ. We…read morehad the lentil and chili soups--with peanut butter cups and cheesecake! Everything is vegan--I love it because for me it's less to worry about. Ambiance is comfortable, very similar to how they setup the dining room in their old location--which was earthy and homey. This location has an addition of an art room! For art days--appeared to be an area where adults and children can create art. I didn't venture in. Animals are welcome, some patrons had their dogs. Service was great. The cashier charged us for something we did not order and promptly sent a refund. They didn't have the salads and burritos from the previous menu but the owner told me that the menu items will eventually return. Will definitely come back!

I cannot recommend Simply Green Cafe enough! From the service to the food, this is now my favorite…read morebreakfast spot and one of my top restaurants. Everything on the menu is vegan, but my family truly could not taste any difference when we visited. We ordered the Oreo protein pancakes, blueberry pancakes, penne with vodka sauce, and a breakfast burrito. Since I turned vegan, I've been craving pancakes so the food really hit the spot. The pancakes were so fluffy and tasted incredible. The penne was also so flavorful and was maybe our favorite dish. The breakfast burrito was also filling and tasted great. Overall, I'm very impressed with the quality of food and would come here regularly if I lived in the area. Additionally, the prices were super reasonable and are definitely more affordable than the average restaurant in the area. Chelsea was our waitress and I want to give her a special shoutout because she was particularly helpful and friendly to us. She did an excellent job answering our questions and even was willing to share general tips on vegan cooking. She really went out of her way to help me out after I mentioned that I recently turned vegan.

Original vegan dishes. Generous portions and yumy flavoring. We tried tge beef strogonov over…read moremashed potatoes and lemony scampi over linguine, and they were very satisfying! The service was friendly and casual. We were able to get recomendations which didn't disappoint. The decore is pretty basic but clean and pleasant nevertheless, and there is cool artwork displayed on the walls. There are many two person tabkes, which can be put together and four person open booths.

Fresh seafood, waterfront views, and a relaxing afternoon along the Jersey Shore made for the…read moreperfect lunch at One Willow. We skipped brunch and went straight for the seafood favorites, starting with fresh little neck clams and the bright, refreshing citrus calamari with fennel, yuzu vinaigrette, and citrus segments that tasted like summer on a plate. The spaghetti with local littleneck clams was packed with flavor, perfectly balanced with white wine, colatura, breadcrumbs, and aged Parmesan. Paired with an Arnold Palmer and the tropical "Vacation Mode" cocktail, it was the kind of meal that makes you want to stay by the water all afternoon.

I'm really surprised this spot doesn't have an even higher rating! This is one of the best outdoor…read moredining restaurants I've been at, specifically for the gorgeous waterfront views. On a beautiful, warm and breezy day, this is the spot to be! The staff was friendly and everything we ordered was delicious. We got a variety of raw bar items, including the oysters and ceviche, and also the tomato salad, which was amazing! Great vibes all around

Rawsome treats is changing the dessert game…read more I got the trisome and carrot cake. The trisome, which is a berry cake with a 2 layers of creaminess and a base of dates, truly shocked me as to how good it was. Sweet, an amazing texture, and in no-way tasted like a health dessert. The carrot cake on the other hand (which was recommended by the woman behind the counter who I presume to be the owner) was unfortunately no where near as good in comparison to the trisome. It lacked sweetness and despite letting it thaw for at least ten minutes as instructed was too rigid in texture and didn't feel decadent. I will be back next time I am in nyc to try more flavors. The health positives outweigh any sweetness/texture deficits.

raw, plant-based, refined-sugar free, dairy free, gluten free desserts that actually taste amazing…read more Tirawmisu is creamy with three layers of rich coffee flavor. Trisome is bright and citrusy, with a nutty, crunchy base. Black Sesame is earthy, rich, and made for the East Asian palette. Carrot Cake is filled with walnut bits and real carrot ribbons, perfectly moist and satisfying. i don't even feel bad for eating all of them

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..

I was perhaps overwhelmed by the options but in the end underwhelmed by the flavors. I didn't know…read morethe lemonade would be this all either. There was a nice staff at the beginning who guided me a little but as a noobie they should really push harder on the premade bowls because it's too easy to get the wrong combo - which I did here in this case. The remaining staff in the assembly line were not as friendly nor helpful. FWIW I liked their brownie but I didn't like my actual bowl. Fed it to my toddler after because it was "healthy" and wasn't very flavorful. The vibes are nice inside though but it can get noisy and crowded. It's extremely popular which makes sense since there aren't that many vegan options generally

The food here was so amazing - the BLT was out of this world & the PA punch was so delicious &…read morehealthy! I highly recommend & definitely will he back to try more. The service was friendly & fantastic too.

Great vegan, gf, raw, soy free place! The dishes are creative and delicious. Smoothies are very…read moretasty. When I'm in the area this is a great place to eat at. The meal had me feeling refreshed, full and light. Would recommend.

First time visitors. Location on the Asbury boardwalk is stunning. Welcoming by our hostess was…read morevery friendly and our server Alli T. Couldn't have been more attentive and spot on with recommendations. Food was delicious. As frequent visitors to Hilton Head She crab soup was excellent paired with cornbread w/honey butter. Thanks to Alli and all of the above a super outing. Can't wait to return Kathy & Jack

The mahi mahi tacos were okay, but the smoked wings with the dip sauce were a standout, and the…read morecornbread was absolutely delicious. The drinks, however, were extremely strong...so strong that I honestly couldn't enjoy them. I ended up ordering a Pepsi to pour into the Palmetto just so it wouldn't go to waste. I also gave the Sunrise Patio a fair shot and made it about halfway through. To be fair, our waitress did warn us about how strong the drinks were; I just didn't expect them to be borderline undrinkable for my taste. Service was great, and I appreciated the heads-up. Overall, I'd definitely come back to try more food items because the wings and cornbread alone were worth it!