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    4.6 (62 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Tyler T.

    It's not really Kimbap, more like the Whole Foods take on it by stuffing it with ingredients found in a Vietnamese salad bowl. That being said the food is not too bad and has a nice fresh quality to it. It's located next to the pizza section right before you check out in Whole Foods.

    Spicy Pork Bowl
    Gab G.

    I used to live right near the Chelsea Market location, and since I moved, I'm so glad this location is in my delivery zone. You really can't go wrong here, but I usually go for the spicy pork bowl.

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    Sam S.

    The line to have my rolls made wasn't very long, but it took quite a while (perhaps due to deliveries). The kimbap was better than I was expecting based on this being a place inside Whole Foods. It was a bit on the pricey end for the portion size, but it was played very nicely and had good flavor, so I won't complain there.

    Tuna kimbap and bulgogi kimbap
    Sue B.

    Finally, delicious and high quality kimbap in NY! Granted, it's overpriced compared to Korea, but I've had plenty of overpriced mediocre kimbap in the States. Instead, with Kimbap Lab, you are guaranteed a really fresh kimbap that not only tastes great but also doesn't skimp out on the ingredients. I saw that they had pre-made ones on display, but you can get them made to order, so unless you are in a hurry, definitely get your kimbap made fresh! I've had the tuna and the bulgogi and both are very good. I'm partial to tuna because that's always been my favorite type of kimbap, but bulgogi tastes great as well. You get to choose a dipping sauce and side of pickle for each kimbap. For sauce, I got the ssamjang aioli w the tuna and red pepper paste w the bulgogi. To be honest, I didn't need the sauce as the meat / tuna was seasoned well. Both the white radish pickle and kimchi were good. The man making my kimbap was super nice and really didn't hold back piling on the ingredients. The kimbaps are quite big as you can see in the picture. It's a perfect healthy lunch that fills you up. I hope they expand to the other Whole Foods in Manhattan!

    Grace R.

    Kimbap Lab makes kimbap refreshing! Unlike those places that stuff your kimbap with rice filler and oily meats and veg, Kimbap Lab has somehow mastered the crunchy refreshing bite. The roll has the perfect rice to meat to veg proportions! The rice is soft but firm speckled with sesame seeds, and seasoned just right! Gluten free and made with local ingredients, what's not to love? Chefs Wonil Lee and Sarah Lee have elevated Korean snack/picnic food to another level. This was a highlight to our Williamsburg trip!

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    Canny F.

    Finally more Korean joints in Brooklyn! I had the Yubu kimbap and absolutely loved it. It taste great after the time frame they recommended. I love how each piece has the same portion of ingredients so each bite taste exactly the same.

    Bulgogi Kimbap (Classic) with Ssamjang Aioli + Kimchi Sriracha
    Veronica B.

    Kimbap Lab seriously does NOT disappoint in terms of authenticity, nostalgia and taste. They use top-notch ingredients that are fresh and the rolls are created right in front of you! I haven't had kimbap in awhile, and I've been used to homemade rolls since my mom would make them all the time during my childhood. With that in mind, this place really does it right, and for the price you pay the amount of food is enough to fill you up. Presentation is beautiful, and aside from having the classic bulgogi (marinated beef) option, there are plenty of other mixes to choose from that range from seafood to vegan tofu. The kimbap here is the real deal guys, classic food true to Korean flavors but elevated ingredients and style. Only thing I'm upset about is the fact that so far, they're only located in the Whole Foods in Williamsburg (and I think it might be a pop-up). But I have huge expectations for the company getting big and possibly having their own storefront. Also kudos to Sarah who is the co-founder. Super dedicated in the company and welcoming by handing out samples and providing background on her venture and food!

    Sue Y.

    Seriously the best Kimbap in the world!! I love this place everything is delicious!! Highly recommend

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    the kimbabs are a little pricier compared to other places but it's yummy! the tofu kimbab is amazing and so is the beef!

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    Thanks for the kind review, Lisa!

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    I got it and it wasn't all that special. I looked closer to all the other reviews and they are clearly fake sponsored reviews.

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    Really good kimpab. Nice Staff.

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    Not worth the money and time for the price you pay. Better to go to Flushing or other places where there are korean communities.

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    Super delish - but pricing is a little high for one roll of kimbap from a grocery store but ‍

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    This place has given me a new appreciation for kimbap! Fresh, meaty, perfect sauce pairings - next level!

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    Modern Love Brooklyn - Apple berry pie with homemade Vanilla ice cream and coconut whipped cream

    Modern Love Brooklyn

    4.3(743 reviews)
    0.6 miWilliamsburg - South Side
    $$

    If you're into plant-based comfort food that doesn't skimp on flavor (or portion size), Modern Love…read moreis absolutely worth a visit. The menu is stacked--sandwiches, hearty apps, macs, and cozy entrees that make you forget you're eating vegan. During my visit, they were running a Reuben sandwich special that seriously tempted me, but I went with the oyster mushroom calamari, and wow, the seasoning was spot on, and it could easily fool a seafood lover. My friend tried the seitan wings and was really impressed, even though he's usually not into mock meats. They came with super flavorful sauces and were definitely shareable. He also had the smash burger, which was a total win--savory, satisfying, and gave big diner vibes. We heard the milkshakes are amazing too, but we were too full to fit them in. Next time, for sure. Only downside? The service was on the slow side--we waited over 30 minutes between apps and mains. It's a popular spot, so some delay is understandable, but it was noticeable. Overall, I loved it and can't wait to go back with an emptier stomach and room for dessert.

    A lot of restaurants talk about vegan, but they only have soy or pseudo meat options. What I loved…read moreabout Modern Love was that they weren't trying to imitate meat and everything tasted delicious. Complex flavors, creamy texture & great for meat eaters too because you don't think it's suppose to taste like something it's not. It was quite busy, but we got seated by the entrance which was cute and feminine with varying mirror shapes. Definitely recommend. $20-$30 meals.

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    Modern Love Brooklyn - White and Red Sangria with huge cinnamon sticks

    White and Red Sangria with huge cinnamon sticks

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    Poutine Fries with gravy and vegan ricotta cheese

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    HAAM Caribbean Plant Cuisine - Yuh Mothas Mofongo

    HAAM Caribbean Plant Cuisine

    4.5(181 reviews)
    0.8 miEast Williamsburg
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    Let's talk about this corner restaurant called HAAM, located in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. As you step…read moreinside, you're enveloped in a warm, homey atmosphere with a fantastic reggae vibe. The music is so soothing that it instantly makes you feel at ease and ready to relax in your seat. Now, let me tell you about the food. It's all vegan and plant-based, and it's absolutely delicious! I was skeptical at first, thinking, "This can't be all plant-based. What's going on here?" But boy, was I wrong! I ordered a few items, including nachos, trio empanadas, and vegan wontons. I wasn't expecting much, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors were so vibrant and the textures were so satisfying. I couldn't stop eating! Then, I ordered the oxtail with rice and beans, steak in a chimichurri sauce with rice and beans, and a hamburger with yuca fries. I also ordered two mac and cheese dishes and a side of tostones with a garlic sauce. To top it all off, we ordered a sour sop with vodka, a cream juice, and a red stripe beer. And let's not forget the tres leches and cheesecake with a passion fruit drizzle. I know I usually don't write long reviews, but this place had me hooked from the very first appetizer. The parking isn't great, so get there early and have your credit card ready. It's not a cheap place, but the quality of the food is worth every penny.

    HAAM in South Williamsburg serves a vibrant fusion of Dominican and Trinidadian flavors. The space…read morefeels refreshing the moment you step inside, with its large windows, bold green wallpaper, and tasteful decor. We ordered the Steak and Rice along with Yuh Motha's Mofongo. The "steak" chunks had a perfect sear that anchored the entire plate. For drinks, the guava and passion fruit juice offered a sharp, tropical contrast. While the menu is naturally plant-forward, there are plenty of solid gluten-free options like the mofongo and tostones. The staff, specifically Elise, was engaging and provided informed recommendations. Even if you aren't local to this part of Brooklyn, the experience makes it well worth the trip.

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    HAAM Caribbean Plant Cuisine - New bar at the end of the photo

    New bar at the end of the photo

    HAAM Caribbean Plant Cuisine - The onigiri is a must! look how much joy it brings

    The onigiri is a must! look how much joy it brings

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    New decor

    Ras Plant Based - injera with tasty hot source on the side - Awaze (Hot Sauce)

    Ras Plant Based

    4.8(497 reviews)
    3.0 miCrown Heights
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    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.

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    Ras Plant Based - Fries...we ok, nothing exceptional

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    Fries...we ok, nothing exceptional

    Slutty Vegan - Burger

    Slutty Vegan

    4.1(169 reviews)
    2.2 miFort Greene
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    So yummy!!!! Obvi a small space, wish they had more seating but still really tasty and lots of…read moreoptions!!!

    Ive been meaning to try this place for the past 2 years so I was excited to finally eat there…read more It's a corner store on a busy road so gets a lot of foot traffic and its within walking distance to Barclays. Takeout review Price: $$ (burgers are $19-22) but its comes with seasoned fries (more on that below) and the burgers are HUGE Store: few seats in the back, otherwise takeout mostlly. they call you a "slut" upon entering and leaving (it's entertaining). Food: - Dancehall Burger- sounded interesting but the maduros were a miss. would have been better with avocado and bacon. the slut sauce made this burger. onions were grilled but not caramelized. overall it was a solid burger. - Hollywood Hooker: massive but kind of bland? the texture was spot on for a philly chopped sandwich. but no slut sauce :( get the burger - eggrolls: philly cheesesteak egg roll. it was popular. Solid choice. i couldnt tell it wasnt beef. i added sweet chilli sauce to it which added some spice. - Fries: one batch was hot, crunch, perfectly cooked and had great seasonings. the other batch was soggy and was likely sitting out. if you get the fries fresh its worth it. Service: - Order on kiosks - Trainwreck. online order and suprised when it was ready within 4 minutes. Within 20 minutes I was in the store. 3 people + 2 food delivery drivers waiting. 2 workers - one was cooking while the other disappeared to get supplies / take out the trash. 10 minutes go by- no one gets food. 15 minutes. 1 delivery driver gets food. more people enter - delivery drivers + customers. Only 1 was greeted and told it would be a wait. 20 minutes. no food. The second workers comes back and helps with orders. finally 3 orders come out for in person orders only. 30 minutes, I ask for an update. 5 mintues later I get my food. total time was around 50 minutes not 4 minutes. I would recommend trying it for a good vegan burger and if you have an hour to wait. if you need a quick order or are rushing to catch a concert, show, or game at Barclays I would avoid. Food; 4 stars Overall 3 stars

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    Slutty Vegan - Is my combo without a drink?

    Is my combo without a drink?

    Slutty Vegan - This is the entrance. Not wheelchair accessible

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    This is the entrance. Not wheelchair accessible

    Lakou Cafe - Vegan Griot (Fried Jackfruit) Plate

    Lakou Cafe

    4.4(177 reviews)
    3.4 miCrown Heights
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    This place slaps! They are small, but they utilize the space very well. Nice colors, good vibe. I…read moremade reservations, but they weren't really honored in the sense that we were running late, and when we came in, we just so happened to be able to get a table. It's not like one was actually reserved, but hey, it worked out, so I'm happy about that. Onto the food: I am half Haitian, and I may not speak Haitian Kreyol, but I know my Haitian food. I can prove my Haitian ethnicity by cooking traditional dishes. The legume was on point! That dish was my favorite. My friend truly enjoyed her salmon. Honestly, I wish I had gotten the salmon to take home instead of the Haitian fried chicken. Now, that wasn't that great to me, and I didn't enjoy it :( I'm still giving them all the stars and all the props because I really appreciated the service. This was my first time trying a Haitian patty with spinach, and it was absolutely fantastic. I think it's even better than the chickpea one. I would definitely highly recommend this place and also go back. But the Haitian fried chicken need to be better. Still, I'll definitely come again and try the salmon next time!!!

    Offering delicious and flavorful Haitian comfort food tucked away in the heart of Brooklyn, Lakou…read moregave me my first delicious taste of Haitian cuisine. I ordered the vegan platter whose black beans were smooth and piping hot, alongside the crispy fried tostones and meaty vegan meatballs. In fact the meatballs were so meat-like that neither my sister nor my husband could belief that they were made of jackfruit. The white rice was also extremely fluffy and moist and judging by the diligent rice-washing that was taking place behind the counter as we ate, I could tell that the staff really works hard to make it not just an afterthought, but a quality addition to the meal. My sister also really enjoyed her shrimp plate while my husband devoured his half-chicken platter. The sauces on our platters were also extremely flavorful, complementing the proteins in a beautiful way. All of us left Lakou Cafe feeling happy and satisfied with the portion sizes and level of quality. 10/10 I will definitely be heading back to this place the next time I'm in Brooklyn!

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    Lakou Cafe
    Lakou Cafe - Cool down with an iced coffee from Lakou Cafe

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    Cool down with an iced coffee from Lakou Cafe

    Lemongrass Brooklyn

    Lemongrass Brooklyn

    4.3(1.7k reviews)
    2.6 miCobble Hill
    $$
    Outdoor seating
    Vegetarian friendly

    The decor, the food, the flavors, the service, the drinks....so basically everything was top…read morenotch...came to lemongrass to celebrate alot of accomplishments and left lemongrass fully satisfied and in good spirits. Everything was tasty, flavorful and eye-catching. The server did a great job handling a large group and the chefs did a great job sending out all meals in a timely manner. Everything was hot..sweet..spicy and ohh so good. Those who were vegan enjoyed..only ate fish enjoyed....It was a smorgasbord of different dishes and there was no complaints. The space is intimate but the decor makes up for it..its a very instagrammable space great for date night,girls nite or just out hanging with family

    Haven't been here in years! But last Sunday I decided to stop in around 8pm to grab a bite. It was…read moreso packed when we arrived, I didn't think we were going to get a table but luckily we were able to snag a table right away since it was just 2 of us. The service was good, nothing too spectacular or overly friendly but it was quick and efficient. We had a young lady that was training, so she was being guided by someone else but she did a good job. Drinks: w head the cha-ba and the passion fruit margarita. The cha-ba was a big miss but the passion fruit margarita was great! Food: we had the shrimp roll to start. It came out piping hot and was flavorful and the sweet chili sauce complimented it well. For entrees we had the pad Thai noodle with chicken and the pineapple fried rice with chicken and shrimp. Both dishes came out hot and fresh. The pineapple fried rice was a big serving and it was very good! The pad Thai serving was more on the smaller side. I wish I would've asked if they could make it spicy because I requested chili oil after to add to it but they didn't have. Spice aside, the flavors were great!

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    Lemongrass Brooklyn
    Lemongrass Brooklyn
    Lemongrass Brooklyn

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