The owner, Jenny, greeted us when we arrived. 80% of the menu is vegan, and I'd searched for places near NY Presbyterian Weill Cornell since I was having a procedure and wanted my first food after to be close and yum-o. The place is super inviting and totally my style, with exposed brick and art. Mother ordered the Honey Garlic BBQ seitan wings and the char sui bao buns. I got the Beyond vegan burrito, and both had green tea + peppermint tea blend. I also prefer the char sui bao, spinach bao, and mushroom bao to go, as well as a lemon mousse cheesecake to go. Will edit this after I try those! If I'm ever in the neighborhood again, I'll definitely go back. EDIT home, and have tried the rest of my food. The spinach bao were light and fluffy and I loved the char sui bao (which was something I really liked before I was vegetarian then vegan). Quite tasty! read more

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I had the most delicious banana walnut pancakes here! My sister was under the impression they're 100% vegan and I just took her word for it... turns out they're not. Their menu is incredibly vegan friendly, but you definitely have to double check! I realized this when I got scrambled eggs and chicken apple sausage and was like hey... this isn't vegan, is it haha. Their breakfast is all day and they have some fantastic lunch and dinner options, like tacos and sandwiches. And their juices??? Omg. I had this absolutely refreshing juice with beet, pineapple, and some other fruits. It's a trek from where my sister lives, but for anyone who is curious to try vegan food or enjoy delicious food in general. You ABSOLUTELY must stop by here. read more

I've ordered delivery from here many, many times, but this was my first time actually coming in, and it's such a sweet little place. Very homey, with such friendly people. I'd never tried the pancakes here before, and the vegan apple pancakes with a hint of lemon zest were so good. They came piled high with vegan whipped cream, and since the dish comes with two sides, I got the crispy soy bacon and a side of coconut Cool Whip so I could do a little compare-and-contrast between the two. All delicious! And they have a whole freaking pancake menu. Not to be missed. read more

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Always fresh food and artistic presentations. Absolutely the best Vegan food I have found in the City. Tremendous variety and ever changing options Caroline, the hostess, is most gracious and informative. She makes the whole experience next level! read more

Ahh NYC, I can always count on this amazing city to take care of my vegan cravings---there's something in every neighborhood! When I was in the UES this past Sunday, and it was FREEZING outside (probably because of my vicinity to the water). Lucky for me, Quantum Leap was not too far from where I was! The inside was small and cozy, and there was a lady who immediately greeted me and got me a menu. The menu was packed with all sorts of mouth-watering options, so it took me a while to finally "settle" for the "buffalo chicken bomber" - the vegan take on the spicy chicken classic. I also got some hot tea for some hydration that was temperature-appropriate. My sandwich was the perfect size---not to big, but packed with flavor. There was plenty of spicy sauce to go around. The "chicken" was perfectly battered and there was also a strip or two of "bacon". If I lived in the UES, I would definitely be stopping in here more often! I appreciated the comfy space and hospitality of the staff as much as I did the food! read more

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Quantum Leap is heavenly in taste, flavor and savory seasonings. Simply put, Quantum Leap cuisine is based in vegan, fish & chicken. It's an excellent way to allow your palate to lose control from salivating in wait eager to delve into goodness. Every time I visit Quantum Leap, the warm and welcoming atmosphere engulfs me to feel right at home. It's one of New York's favorite and finest Vegetarian Restaurants on the UES. Quantum Leap is #1 in Vegan, Fish & Chicken Cuisine. read more

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Wow! We found this place as a last-minute dinner stop after spending the evening shopping in the area. The menu looked great, especially since it is FILLED with many vegan and vegetarian options, so we decided to give it a try. First of all, this place is so quaint and cute! It's small, but feels cozy. Eclectic decor and sweet, soothing music. Overall great vibes! My husband and I ordered the Crispy Honey Garlic BBQ Buns, the Vegan Buffalo Wild Wings and the Blackout Chocolate Mouse Cake to share (all of which are vegan). EVERYTHING we ordered was absolutely delicious! The buns were a satisfying combination of crunchy and soft with a savory flavor. And vegan wings had a "bone" in them!!! The "bone" was a wooden skewer, but it simulated what a bone-in chicken wing would be like...except no meat involved. Such a wonderful treat for us as we used to love eating wings before we gave up meat. The flavor was also delectable! The cake was (dare I say) moist, saucy and decadent. We ate every last bite, including the berries that were plated next to it, in record-breaking time. Lastly, the service was impeccable! Our water glasses never went less than half full. I dirtied up my napkin from the wings (whoops!) and sometime between taking the old plates and bringing out the dessert plate my napkin was magically switched with a fresh one. These are just a few of the ways that our server made sure to take care of us. We will DEFINITELY be back! Especially when we're craving some wings. read more

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Holy Vegans!! This spot is fantastic!! Delicious choices on a diverse menu! There is nothing better than knowing you can order almost anything on the menu without having to worry about flesh, but then everything we have tried has also been fantastic!! read more

Cute spot with great music and food! Went with three in our lunch date. I had the tofu curry stew and it was amazing! The tofu, carrots, coconut milk and other seasonings were perfectly blended for a complete meal. The lentil rice was the perfect side to accompany this stew. One friend had the salmon with garlic, brown rice and veggies. The loved it all! The friend that suggested it ha the Katzu chicken with a side salad and they were pleased with everything that they have eaten from here. On a winter's day we all opted for the hot green tea. They also do have beer, wine and prosecco available! I WILL return! read more

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This is one of my favorite restaurants on the Upper East Side. The owner is an incredibly down-to-Earth, thoughtful, and considerate human being. The food seems to be made with so much care, with great ingredients and memorably flavors. And although I typically do take out, I've always enjoyed the experience dining in here. It is peaceful with good hosts. I've brought guests here who are neither vegan nor vegetarian and they enjoyed it too. Highly recommend. read more

Amazing! Dined here for a solo birthday breakfast, and each part of this meal was perfect. The apple pie pancakes were so warm and well-portioned, the scrambled tofu was packed with texture and the tempeh bacon was shockingly flavorful. The environment was also so calming and delightful. read more

Quantum Leap - Apple Pie Vegan Pancakes, Scrambled Tofu, Tempeh Bacon - Vegetarian Near Me - New York, New York

We were pleasantly surprised at the quality and the price of the lunch specials. $15. Wow! I will be back to try a few vegan options soon and will add to this review. The owner is a sweetheart read more

Quantum Leap - Salmon burger. - Vegetarian Near Me - New York, New York

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Probably the best sweet potato fries in NYC, and the best fish tacos we have had Anywhere, Ever. My kid loved the vegan hot dog too, so they have got things figured out here. On suggestion: for the chocolate bean butter shake, substitute a frozen ripe banana for the ice chunks. Ice was clogging the straws read more

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Beautiful, flavorful food, served with mellow cheer in a warm and cozy space. Just a wonderful place with lovely service. Both I & my vegan wife leave cooing and happy every time! Too many excellent items to name everything, so will cite their brunch & desserts in particular as knock-your-socks-off fabulous. Huge, fluffy pancakes, any number of different combinations meats & eggs (farm or vegan), and a rotating list of seasonal specialties for desserts - pies to tarts to all sorts of other goodies. (the fall pumpkin specialties are particular faves!). Has also been a go-to for "occasion" dinners, & the occasional casual night out. Give Quantum Leap a try, and see if it doesn't become a favorite of your own. Cheers! read more

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Sad sad reason for visiting, but the food warmed our hearts. Was looking for a vegetarian place while my dog was in the ICU at AMC. It was a short walk in the rain, but the food was amazing. I had the satay skewers plate which tasted just like chicken satay. The sauce was divine, and it was very filling. Steamed vegetables were great too. Partner had the happy Buddha bowl and he devoured the whole thing. He's not vegetarian, and still loved the fried tempeh. Would definitely stop here again if I was in the area. read more

Quantum Leap - Seitan Satay Platter V - Vegetarian Near Me - New York, New York

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Amazing, cute, healthy, cozy, charming, tasty, relaxed, small plant base cafe restaurant with a big menu which is not only plant base. Food is creative and tasty. Burgers are very tasty and you must try. Caroline the main lady there is very kind and you must meet! A cute gem, at the front of Trader joe's and Hone depot. read more

I do not usually write reviews but this is my new favorite restaurant! Such a big, varied menu and the food is absolutely delicious!!! The vegan food & desserts are amazing- the best I have had and I have been vegetarian for decades. The service was outstanding as well. Quantum Leap will now be a regular part of my NYC visits. read more

We came here for dinner the other day and this place was a great find! I really loved this place. The interior is small, so it isn't the best for large groups. However, they can still accommodate groups of 6-8 people. The menu is very vegetarian friendly and the food is fantastic. You won't miss the meat at all. Some of our favorite dishes: Philadelphia Cheese"steak" - not quite as savory as traditional cheesesteak. There is a sweeter BBQ component mixed into this. All in all divine Summer Rolls - amazing, fresh and ready for the summer. The lychee lemonade was also incredible! IG: QueenOfAdventureNYC read more

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Had Brunch here on Easter, absolutely delicious as always. I've been a Quantum Leap fan for decades, back when it was on Thompson street. My husband and I eat here once a week, if not more. I've never had a bad meal, or bad service. The only problem there are just too many things to choose from, I usually end up bringing a couple things home with me for later! One of our all time favorites, and Caroline is the absolute best!! read more

Had the most amazing experience last weekend at Quantum Leap! As a vegan dinning with a friend with food allergies, this place was just the best. The staff were so well-informed in addition to being super friendly and welcoming. There were so many options for everyone (including a friend who was not vegan or gf) making this place the perfect spot. I'm counting down the days until I can comeback back to try more because the food was incredible! read more

This is a friendly place where the staff are always helpful and there are several choices which fit into my non-meat diet. I also appreciate the creativity where you can get original creations that are not available in other health-food restaurants. It is also a bright, relaxed atmosphere. A friend of mine whom I have known since we were kids goes here several times a month and I can understand why. I make sure to stop by for a meal whenever I am in the neighborhood. read more

I accidentally found this gem. This place is small if you blink you might miss it and that would be unfortunate. It has that nice comfy home feeling. Service is prompt and the servicer was very friendly. The food was absolutely delicious. As you can see, I started eating the dessert before I took the picture. I was almost finished before I realize I hadn't taken a picture. Will revisit. read more

Quantum Leap - Lemon mousse cheesecake - Vegetarian Near Me - New York, New York

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Love this place! Got the "chicken" katsu and kimchi dumplings. Both were flavorful and delicious. Excellent service and atmosphere too.

Quantum loop is an incredibly delicious plant- based restaurant that feeds both the hunger and soul. The restaurant owner is kind, comforting, and insightful, reflecting the passion she has in her food. We can't wait to come back again soon to try the rest of the menu! read more

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great food, good service, patrons are wonderful too. I recommend this place for intimate dining or for a birthday party.

I got the Soy Chicken Katsu, and it was so delicious! There are a lot of vegetarian/vegan options. I'm not sure if the woman who was our waitress is also the owner, but she was so kind. It is a small establishment so if your party is larger than 3, just be aware it might be a tight squeeze/long wait. You can order for pick-up as well if that works better. There is also a restroom which can be hard to come across in NY. Highly recommend! read more

Quantum Leap - CRISPY SOY CHICKEN KATSU (v) - Vegetarian Near Me - New York, New York

Quantum Leap is sometimes overlooked and it should not be the case at all!!! My tastes needs what Quantum Leap has plenty of!!! I ate like a queen and I had the vegan prizes which was delicious with vegan meats to die for and such delicious pasta also. Everything was a culinary prize and now I will introduce my best friend to Quantum Leap to a vegan fish dinner!!!! I am looking forward to that!!! It is a cozy place with the most scrumptious foods that are deliciously cooked and savored!!! The pancakes are marvelous as well so I am looking forward to my best friend loving a vegan fish dinner at Quantum Leap soon!!!!!!!!! I will also add that it is also a very clean place to eat and enjoy !!! The ambiance is also very fine so it is veganism loving your taste buds indeed!!! Review by Naomi S. read more

Craving a new spot, I hit up quantum leap with my party. It was refreshing to find a spot that specialized in vegan food - from beyond meat, to seitan to impossible meat, the choices were endless. They have such a huge variety from burgers to bowls, cheesesteaks, and vegan pancakes. We ordered the vegan char siu baos to share. They were very accommodating and were able to add one more for the 4 of us to share. I ordered the vegan quinoa taco bowl which was really good. A few of us got burgers which looked very filling and tasty. A nice gem in the area - the restaurant is a little small, but apparently they have been around for ~5 years. I will definitely be coming back if I'm craving healthier vegan food when I'm in the area. read more

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Featuring a mix of vegan and non-vegan options, Quantum Leap is small and cozy. If you are at Home Depot or Trader Joe 's near Bloomie's and hungry, stop in! The best and most fluffy pancakes are here. Service is quick and friendly and portions are generous. You won't believe you are eating vegan food. It's filling, tasty, and satisfying. There is a two glass wine special and other treats. Come for brunch early before it fills up! There's a small bathroom that is kept very clean and a shred full of cookbooks to peruse. Bus stops are nearby. Enjoy! read more

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OMG!! I have eaten at many vegan restaurants in NYC and around the world. Some very high end fancy, many quite expensive BUT this restaurant is everything you could ever hope for. The food is exquisite, simply made, cleanly made, and just delicious. It is a very easy-going café style, everyone who works here is gracious and kind and last, but not least everything is priced extremely fairly with a lunch specials being an incredible deal. Don't skip their amazing homemade desserts. Not much more I can say. read more

Signature burger (veggie patty, onion ring, avocado) with garlic fries (not garlicky enough) Good service and normal atmosphere (not too loud but also nothing special) read more

been going there for 3 years since I moved to a midtown. really love the food and service. great menu.

With a name like Quantum Leap, by definition it's a breakthrough or an advance...not a traditional restaurant name but this vegetarian and vegan establishment does indeed advance or breaks through the misconceptions of eating this type of cuisine. I know for me generally a carnivore, it was a leap in choice. And a great choice it was. Welcomed with a warm and friendly smile the minute I approached for a table. I was seated quickly and without an issue as I was a tad early for my dinner plans. I made it known and it was not a problem. A random Wednesday night and it was almost full capacity at 6:15pm. The menu is filled with choices, breakfast all day or Mexican or Asian style dishes. It was very hard to choose. There was even an added new menu so given it was my first time, it was a lot to read. My dining companion has been here for years and loves it so I knew it would not disappoint. Everything we ordered was very delicious and I didn't miss the meat! You gotta try the grilled "chicken" satay with peanut and coconut sauce. That flavor profile really came through as the seitan was slathered in the sauce. So good. The sweet corn chowder soup, soy base "cream" was very sweet and bountiful with ingredients - corn, potatoes, carrots, etc. My entree of choice black bean quesadilla. The sweet homemade salsa was a pleasant surprise and the guacamole with fresh chips completed the entree. Proportions were generous. I was already getting full after my first piece of quesadilla. Totally would order this again. Dessert didn't disappoint either. We did ask our super attentive waiter Elvin to pace our meal so we were not rushed and he did. We also asked for a somewhat deconstructed creamy carrot and walnut cake slice to share. It was odd coming separately but we enjoyed it so that we could decide how we wanted it - sweetness level with the frosting, fruit compote on the side and even the delectable roasted walnuts with cinnamon and brown sugar was a surprise. The carrot cake was moist and really packed with flavor. Jennie the manager and owner, runs this spot and seems the whole family is all in as well. She's had the same chef for 20+ years, no easy feat. This restaurant is not that old but he's been with her at their other brick and mortar spots. Good for them! I'd totally return to try their breakfast all day... See you soon guys! read more

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I ordered pickup from here. This is a really cute hole-in-the-wall spot with tons of plant-based options. We got a few different dishes, and everything was tasty. The food was ready when I arrived a few minutes early, and I thought the prices were fair. read more

Amazing vegan food! We had the habanero wings, a burger and a vegan ginger chik'n dish - all of them were great but the aloha pineapple beet burger was out of this world. Such a unique flavor and done perfect - crispy buns and good proportions of the filling. The service was great and the waiter was friendly. The place itself is kind of small but good ambiance and good decor. I don't see this being the best for take out (especially the burgers) so I'd definitely recommend going in person. They also had good alcohol deals and a happy hour I believe. read more

Quantum Leap - Vegetarian Near Me - New York, New York

This place is a small establishment perfect for casual lunches and dinners with your favorite pescatarian/vegetarian/vegan friends. Great food and great service! I walked in with my partner for a weeknight dinner, but I'd probably call ahead for larger parties (5+). I highly recommend the eggplant parmesan - perfectly crisp under a lovely sweet tomato sauce, and a gooey center that melts in your mouth. If you like pasta with your parm, they won't have it... that said, I didn't miss it! read more

I waited way too long to try Quantum Leap! They are not fully vegan or even vegetarian but have a fantastic menu of satisfying flavorful vegan food and desserts. The vegan nachos were very good. The habanero tempeh wrap was good although a little sweet for my taste. There was a corn avocado tamale plate on special that was outstanding. The most memorable item was the frosted carrot apple walnut cake - incredible! read more

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Very simple but nice place to eat, very mall intimate place, even if you want to eat by yourself.

My review is based on my delivery order. I have been wanting to try Quantum Leap for quite a while. I saw they have a lunch special, so I decided to try it out! First of all, I was overwhelmed by the number of choices. I am plant based, so I am not used to having so many options on the menu. I got the tacos and soup combo. The taco was delicious! I can't wait to make a visit in person and try my menu items. read more

I'm vegan and their pancakes are so good! I recommend in person or phone call pick up. The place is small but really friendly staff. The blueberry pancakes, banana nut, and Apple caramel all vegan and all delicious! I've also tried their tempeh bacon, hash browns and tofu. That combo is awesome! Can't wait to try more! read more