Thank you, Nikita! My husband and I worked at a couple of Michelin star restaurants when NOVELLE CUISINE was all the rage. It was an exercise and torture. I'm sure you've never heard of him because you're too young, but we worked for JAQUES MAXIMUM. A little Napoleon that could get the same results even better results without screaming constantly! Nothing like being the only woman in the kitchen and having a bunch of Frenchman, screaming obscene words at you in both English and French. Why I tolerated that I still don't know I really wanted to learn. I was on the line with Alfred Portale, and was his commis. He opened his extremely successful restaurant after Jacque decided he had had enough and went back to France. He came every two weeks straight from the airport and started screaming before he even saw anyone down the long hallway. I'm truly not kidding. Alfred warned me don't look the CHEF in the eye. I think that's the first thing he ever said to me. Then the Anita Hill hearings happens and the backlash was incredible. They would sexually harass me every day and then ask me was I going to sue them? I'm not a violent person, but I felt like taking a kitchen knife and never mind. This was my first job in a good Kitchen and the manager had cocaine running out of his nose when he was telling me that I was only worth three dollars an hour. I didn't go to some fantasy school. I went to the school of hard knocks. My husband and I spoke to Mark a very nice guy, at least to us. Most people don't want to get any feedback and that's a big mistake. We gave him. Our feedback thanked him and left it at that he thanked us as well. We really were restaurant consultants. It's so easy to see what's wrong in the kitchen and what's dangerous in the kitchen at first glance and then when you dig deeper, oh my gosh, it's a wonder we even eat out anymore. If people saw what went on behind the scenes, they would never ever eat out, but we know ROOT 2 RISE is not we repeat not like that. You also sell some great crackers. We can't find anywhere else. We kept the box it is called BETTER BUCKWHEAT. ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS AND NOT TERRIBLY OVERPRICED. I think someone might be making mistake when stalking the shelves for crackers and other snacks. Two wonderful ladies were sitting right in front of where the snacks are and when they started looking, we found a few items that are not vegan at all. We don't know how to send this privately, otherwise we would. Phone is terribly compromised. We love your Restaurant and wanted to succeed more than you can believe. We both have been vegan since 1996. We were both vegetarians at about age 11. We really appreciate your great work. Sorry we are terrible at technology and also the phone. She ain't so great. read more

Five stars for the chaat samosa bowl and the mulligatawny soup. Incredible. So invigorating, so fresh. Now the gluten-free bread that comes with the soup? Gross. Smells and tastes like a pile of gym clothes. But that samosa bowl and soup? Incredible and cannot wait to get it again. The beet burger is also pretty good, especially with the spicy aioli, but nothing beats the latter dishes. Trying the tofu-bean wrap next time, too. 5 stars!!!! read more

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It's really nice to see more gluten free and vegan spots in Westchester! Just steps away from the train station, you can enjoy freshly made bagels, mushroom toast, grilled cheese, or their array of soups- the list goes on! The people at the counter are nothing but sweet and will answer any questions you have about the menu! read more

Root 2 Rise NY - Everything Bagel - Vegan Near Me - Pleasantville, New York

Fantastic choice for those craving authentic vegan gluten free food. The food quality never disappoints. They offer seasonal items to keep things interesting. The Dan Dan Noodles is my absolute favorite. It is filling and savory! This is my go to spot each time I am in NY. The chocolate chip cookies are the best I've had anywhere. They melt in your mouth, with 0 guilt. The service is always top notch. Staff is always polite and knowledgeable. The place has a super positive vibe. Keep up the good work! Wish there were places like this in Florida. read more

Root 2 Rise NY - Dan Dan Noodles - Vegan Near Me - Pleasantville, New York

Great great great. Well made. Exactly as was asked for. Just scrumptious. Fresh. Well prepared. Perfect

Went here for the first time today. We ordered the jackfruit carnitas tacos and the tofu black bean burrito...YUMMMMMMM!!!! The food was REALLY GREAT!! Seasoned perfectly, check. Nice portion size, check. Reasonably priced, check. Delicious, double check!! The food was made quickly. The staff were super nice! And the place was cozy and cute. As you can tell, I AM A FAN!! If you're looking for well made, delicious, reasonably priced food THIS IS THE PLACE TO GO! I couldn't recommend it more. Just go. You'll love it! read more

I'm neither vegan nor gluten-free, but the flavors are so well done here I find myself stopping by for lunch frequently--this food gives good energy. The Dan Dan noodles and Mushroom toast are particularly memorable. Chocolate muffin is outstanding: there is some kind of wizardry involved to make the baked items taste so good while still remaining gluten-free. read more

The staff fantastic and friendly. I also loved that they're pet-friendly, which is a big plus. The food was delicious, and the space itself is beautiful, making it a perfect spot to hang out and take a break. The only downside was that the wait time was a bit longer than expected, for two bagels but overall, it was a great experience. read more

I have an obsession with Root 2 Rise. I've had the pleasure of visiting twice for food, (I live about an hour away) and everything is so fresh and vibrant, healthful and delicious. It leaves me feeling energized and satisfied. I've also ordered breads from them which I freeze and use as I need. They freeze so well! As do the cookies! The choc chip cookies here blow my mind. And I feel good after I eat them! My favorite dishes are the yellow lentil soup, samosas, and buffalo tofu pizza. Staff are always friendly and helpful. And the place is very cute with a little area with snacks and goodies to purchase. read more

Root 2 Rise NY - Samosa - Vegan Near Me - Pleasantville, New York

The establishment is very quaint, modern, and clean. I was immediately greeted by the front desk staff with a smile as I came in to pick up my order. They were timely with preparing my order. Now onto the food... sigh... First, they gave me the wrong muffin. I ordered a double chocolate muffin, but I believe they instead gave me some kind of pumpkin apple muffin. I spent about 70+ dollars just so my partner and I can try several different items from the menu. Pumpkin Apple muffin - moist on the inside but dry on the outside. Very mild in flavor and sweetness. 3/5 Apple Cider Donut - also dry overall and very mild in sweetness and flavor 3/5 Chickpea Tuna Crostini - probably the best out of all of the items I got. I just wish there was more depth to the flavor. It needs more balance. The ingredients stated that there's nori but I felt like I just tasted salt 4/5 Black Daal - taste was good but overall flavor and spice were just mild and lacking compared to other black daals I've had. And the naan that it came with just looked like prepackaged flatbread from a fancy organic grocery store. 3/5 Mac & Cheese - literally probably one of the worst vegan Mac & cheeses I've ever had. There were literally big chunks of old bread that were supposed to be "breadcrumbs." Usually breadcrumbs are nice because it adds a nice crisp or crunch to the top of Mac and cheese, but this was soggy. The flavor was just off. They should just stop making this. 0/5 Falafel bowl - also very disappointing because it's one of the more expensive items. Falafels are big but size doesn't matter when quality is lacking. They were so dense and dry that we couldn't even eat them. I ate the rest of the bowl because I love veggies but it was basically just salad with a bunch of pickled veggies. I'd give it a 2/5 just because I ate the rest of the salad, but my partner would give it a 0/5. We expected a whole lot better for the price we paid, but it is what it is. read more

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Such a great spot - everything is vegan and gluten free. A wide variety of foods-- sweet and savory. Indoor and outdoor seating. As well as some grab-and-go items, including candy, popcorn, and even jarred goods. They don't carry almond milk, so oat milk it is! Which is fine by me but I know some of my ibs besties may have issue with that. The bagel is crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside! What a treat to be able to order a bagel out. They don't skimp on the vegan cream cheese either, which makes it feel all the more authentic New York style! It gets quite slippery so I ended up eating mine open-faced. They also have soups, muffins, scones, salads, burgers, bowls, chia pudding... Any craving, they have you covered. I'll definitely be back for more!! read more

Root 2 Rise NY - Gluten free plain bagel with vegan herbed cream cheese and avocado. a cold brew with oat milk - Vegan Near Me - Pleasantville, New York

Was not impressed by this spot. I hate writing bad reviews for vegan spots, but the food was just bland and VERY overpriced. I've had much better quality and value at similar places in Manhattan. The service wasn't the best either. Cute atmosphere and easy parking though. read more

Root 2 Rise NY - Vegan Near Me - Pleasantville, New York

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Went to the one in Pleasantville yesterday with a friend from the City. We both ordered the lasagna. it was amazing!! Good prices, friendly service. Great location! Can't wait to go back for more! read more

Root 2 Rise is a haven for pastry and bread enthusiasts. They also offer great menu items like the falafel wrap which has the perfect kick of spice. The inclusion of a healthy vegan snack section adds to its appeal. I would definitely recommend checking this place out. read more

Oh. My. Goodness. The kale and quinoa Caesar was incredible. And the samosa was so delicious -- really bold flavor and really crisp, flaky shell. I was not sure I'd find the salad and samosa filling because I was famished, but they were, and the flavors were really perfect. read more

I was in need of comfort food & ordered the garlic bread with vegan cheese & the Mac and cheese, both were good! The garlic bread is served on a bun and had a bit of a kick to it. The Mac and cheese was also good and satisfied the craving I had but I will say it's a stretch to call it Mac and cheese- still a good vegan and gluten free pasta though & something I would order again. My bf got the margarita pizza and as someone who doesn't have to be gf or df, he enjoyed it. read more

Second visit. Tried the daal and naan again. Love The tahini on the falafel bowl is to die for. The masala grilled cheese is perfect. Just the right amount of masala. The cilantro chutney with the samosa was so fresh and you can just taste so many different flavors And don't forget to get their Thai chill sauce. It's the best !!! read more

Ordered takeout from this place the other day - avocado toast, vegan lasagna & soup - all three were and are excellent - still eating them. The avocado toast is among the best I have ever had - healthy fare here in Pleasantville! Don't miss! read more

I went into Root2Rise today to check out the Vegan Menu. As a paying customer, I have the right to know what I'm about to consume. I asked the cashier if I could see the ingredients and explained I do not ingest anything with "Natural Flavors." I was trying to enlighten the cashier about what exactly "Natural Flavors" are. Then the girl who was to the left of the cashier blurts out arrogantly with attitude "I have my BS in Nutrition, different strokes for different folks." I was not speaking to her but with the cashier. The girl to the left appeared miserable, unpleasant, rude and didn't want to be bothered. As if she has some chip on her shoulder that has nothing to do with paying customers. I decided to walk out and not give them my money. Her attitude is a reflection of the business overall. I will not be retuning here. This isn't directed towards the cashier but whoever the girl was sitting on the left. The cashier was helpful. I won't be returning. I have no confidence in the reviews because a lot of the time the top rated reviews are not a reflection of the customer service within that business. read more

I'm by no means vegan, but this place ROCKS if you're looking for plant based and gluten free options. This little cafe recently opened, and is run by two very well seasoned chefs. I tried a bunch of items like the plant based burger, vegan "grilled cheese", and the Dan Dan Bowl. The Dan Dan Bowl is next-level good. It's bursting with tahini and lime flavor, crunch from the peanuts and vegetables, and warm temperature from the plant based noodles. I would go out of my way for this. read more

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Super casual place to have a meal or grab one of their vegan snack options. We always stop here before heading to the great Jacob Burns Film Center across the street. You can also find healthy popcorn, chip, and granola options and they make a great iced oat milk latte. The chocolate mousse made from chick peas is so good it is cruel. read more

All my dreams have come true, now that I have found Root2Rise! Absolute amazing!! The chocolate covered cookie thing is just the best thing I have ever eaten!! read more

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When healthy food is actually good for you! The food here is amazing and you really can't go wrong with what you order. If you like spicy food make sure to tell the kitchen to make the dish spicy! read more

Root 2 Rise NY - Joe's way grilled cheese, spicy Thai ramen, and chaat salad - Vegan Near Me - Pleasantville, New York

For Super Bowl yesterday, we ordered the Vegan Nachos and Black Daal soup from Root2Rise in Pleasantville. Absolutely, amazing!!! We assembled it at home, so the chips were crispy. I have been addicted to the black daal when it hit the menu a few weeks ago. The homemade gluten free naan is insane. (been ordering it weekly!) I passed a major certification test for the ICU as a nurse, and my celebration meal was black daal with 2 chocolate chip cookies. The staff is so nice, and the energy is relaxing and positive in the store. It feels so good to eat so healthy. For the record, no one is vegan in our family of 5. We lean towards vegetarian, trying to expand our menu and palate. read more

Root 2 Rise NY - Vegan Nachos - Vegan Near Me - Pleasantville, New York

This is what we got for $12 Mumbai cheese. The people seem to have good intentions but the food is ridiculously overpriced for the quality and quantity . There r much better options in the neighbourhood read more

Root 2 Rise NY - Vegan Near Me - Pleasantville, New York

I got the Falafel Bowl and it came out quickly and was super delicious. I would come back again. Nice flavors. Nice outdoor seating. read more

Root 2 Rise NY - Falafel Bowl - Vegan Near Me - Pleasantville, New York

I never write reviews but I have truly never been to a restaurant/cafe like Root 2 Rise. It's hard to believe that everything on the menu is plant-based, vegan, grain-free, dairy free! I ordered the DanDan Bowl for myself, my husband got the pizza and we got the grilled cheese for our 1 year old. We also couldn't resist the beety burger. They were so helpful in tailoring our orders so everything was perfect for us. Our son LOVED the grilled cheese so much that he inhaled the whole thing and started chowing down on the burger. The pizza was amazing and my nutrition-nut husband didn't feel guilty about eating it afterwards. It was like a "cheat meal" without any of the guilt! I ended up eating the burger with my son and saved the DanDan bowl for the next night's dinner and it was still so good. Tons of flavor and texture from the crunch of the peanuts. We drove all the way back from queens the following week and got bagels, scones and cookies. I felt good knowing I was giving our son food that was not only delicious but also good for him. That's worth every penny. I don't know what kind of magic is in their food and how they make it taste so good with such healthy ingredients, but RUN, don't walk, to try everything out for yourself. read more

Root 2 Rise NY - DanDan Bowl - Vegan Near Me - Pleasantville, New York

I went in for my first time yesterday for a lunch bite. I ordered the Mushroom Toast which is open-faced sourdough toast topped with sautéed mushrooms, sunflower cheese and caramelized onions, micro greens, house made herb oil, and chili flakes. It was absolutely delicious. I reluctantly shared one final bite with my friend and she also agreed that it was delicious. I also had a Ginger Cardamom Chai, which turned out to be unsweetened, which surprised me and was disappointing, as I didn't discovered the lack of sweetener until after I had left, and didn't have any sweetener to add to it. I also had a chocolate chip cookie, which had the perfect texture but was slightly too salty for my taste (though in fairness they do state it is topped with sea salt). I will be back as soon as possible, as there are several other items on the menu I wish to try. Thanks Root2Rise! read more

We're fans! We came while in NY for the holidays with our non-vegan family with kids, and everyone loved their food! We had the panini, falafel wrap, Dan Dan peanut ramen, lasagna, and the truffle grilled cheese. The six year old loved the lasagna & ramen, and we finished up with some gluten free brownies, cookies, and hot chocolate (on account of the snow coming down outside). Thank you to the staff who helped and really took care of us! We had a great evening & the kids may end up getting memorabilia next time. Took home left overs-- it's a great neighborhood spot to stop in not only for lunch or dinner, but for their bakery as well! Will be back next time we're in town. read more

Delicious. Conscious. Healthy. Seasoned RIGHT food. The best vegan mac and cheese ever! I have tried almost everything on the menu and everything has been amazing. I love healthier foods that are seasoned properly, you can really tell that the owners CARE about quality. It's really hard to find nowadays. Cheers read more

Root 2 Rise NY - Black Lentil Soup (Black Daal) - Vegan Near Me - Pleasantville, New York

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Root 2 Rise is my go to place when I want a meal that's fresh, clean, and healthy. I always feel appreciated as a customer when I arrive and the service is caring and loving. Some of my favorite dishes are the Black Daal, jackfruit tacos, and Avocado toast. I always feel energized after a meal from here, not to mention they always have fresh pressed juice ready to go. I'll even order extra meals so I can stock my fridge for a few days! If this isn't already a regular stop for you, it should be! read more

Food is incredible!! It's hard to believe that it's vegan!!! Super fresh, and healthy, and GOOD for you!

We are from Princeton, NJ, and we traveled nearby to go to a concert at the Caramoor Music Festival. On our way to our destination, we found this restaurant on Happy Cow. In the end, we ended up taking most of our meals here (three!), just because of the sheer quality and diversity of the offerings. This is an amazing vegan restaurant. It is vegan, local, gluten-free. Strongly recommend the paninis. I got the roasted vegetable one with the peashoot guac, my partner got the green pesto -- they each tasted like their own thing, but both were so divine they were eaten before I could take a photo. We ordered them again and again. But we also loved: The Kale-Caesar Salad, the lasagna, the grilled cheese sandwich, the fresh cut fruits. We can't wait to try more. On our third visit, we got to meet the owners. It turns out the founder, Jyoti Tewani, is this incredibly caring and thoughtful person, who had been in the kitchen for every one of our meals, and she vets every product carefully. For instance, she vets the product they sell off the shelves. She tastes every batch of juices that her staff makes. The restaurant is entirely run by family, each with their own purpose. (And the staff that isn't family is very sweet too!) We are looking forward to coming back on our next vacation in the area. Sometimes rather than going to many different restaurants, it's nice to find one good one and hit it up over and over again! This place is worth a detour on its own. Check it out! read more

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Always a go-to for literally the best gluten free baguette, bread, scones, chocolate chip cookies and more. Their GF bread is light, fluffy, crusty but not hard, flavorful, which is hard to find. Most gluten-free bread so I've tried are so dense, heavy, it's like you eat a bag of nuts. Some processed ones are filled with sugars or almond flour. This tastes like...bread. And, not made of nuts! Can't even find a place that sells this caliber of GF bread in the city, and I feel like I've tried them all read more

Delicious pastries and real Indian chai!!! It takes a while but it's clearly made in the moment and prepared authentically and not from some overly sugared premade beverage that is called chai at many coffee shops! I look forward to trying more of their menu in the near future! read more

Healthy organic food that actually tastes good! I'll definitely be returning. Fairly priced too.

Root2Rise is a gem in Pleasantville! From the moment you walk in, you're welcomed by a warm and calming atmosphere. The staff is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, always eager to help you find exactly what you need. The food is delicious and has everything you need whether it is a quick snack on the go or a sit down meal! read more

Tasty food that makes you feel good! Great juices, soups, salads, avo toast, breakfast cookies... have enjoyed everything I've tried so far. Love the vibe, the conscientious chefs, even the packaging is done right. A really nice addition to Pleasantville. read more

Best food I've ever had, I'm not a vegan or gluten free but wow this place blew my mind! Food is bursting with flavor. My favorites are any of the grilled cheeses, the falafel wrap, and the mushroom toast (pro-top: order w chili flakes!) I have made my way through most of the menu and can honestly say I've had nothing which has disappointed me. To all vegans, or those who like tasty food, don't look at anywhere else in Pleasantville than root2rise. read more

My son insists on Vegan so I wanted the best when he came over for dinner last night. I found it at Root 2 Rise. We had the Dan Dan Noodles, a pizza, the pink hummus, a couple of garlic knots. Ok we ordered a bit much, but well worth it. Every bite delicious. I forgot to mention I was running late and forgot to order online to have it waiting for me. Not a problem. They had everything ready in record time. A must stop for those who follow a plant based diet or want to try to. read more