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    Roots Cafe

    4.6 (112 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Good for kids

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    Vegan Cheesecake
    Diana A.

    So glad they're back! The other day we stopped in for lunch at the new location in Closter NJ. We had 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!

    coconut lentils
    Matt S.

    We went on a hike with a friend and he told me this place is good, I was skeptical because generally i am not a fan of vegan food, But it blew my expectations. The place is renovated nicely like an old cottage with a modern asethetic. Tried the juices green machine and some of the bowls, and tacos...I had the coconut curry bowl and everything was fyre.

    Fresh Apple juice
    Dasha M.

    Wonderful cafe with art and crafts and live music. If you care about what you put in your body this place is for you. Must try.

    Signage in parking lot (hard to see feom street)

    Delicious hidden gem with loads of healthy gluten-free options! They need better signage from the main road, but one you find it you won't be disappointed!

    Menu
    Jil K.

    Never thought that we would find a place with such a Californian and Hawaiian Vibe here in NJ. Super cute place which might be difficult to locate until you try and go till the end of the suites located at the location, turn left and then enter the cafe through the tent. Friendly staff and the cafe has a quirky interior, their entire menu is vegan. We tried the Trio Timeless Tacos and the Mediterranean quinoa bowl. The Trio Timeless Tacos tasted good, we got one of each, they were so light and healthy, each tasted unique in their own sense. The Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl tasted a bit bland but overall a good portion.

    Interior shot with Riley
    Monica K.

    This is where delicious food, amazing staff, laidback ambiance and magic meet. I went here last week for the first time. When we walked through the parking lot, we were amazed to find such an open outdoor seating area. Perfect for summers and cool fall days. Inside, the decor is fun and warm. The staff were so friendly and made some great recommendations for food and drinks. We ordered quinoa bowl, a classic pizza, the tropical smoothie and a lavender blues smoothie. Everything was fresh and delicious. The meal was so satisfying. We felt full but not weighed down. The cafe also has the sweetest mascot, Riley. Everyone seemed to know her! She's so gentle and adorable. Made the visit even more special. Can't wait to go back and try more!

    Tacos
    Leo Y.

    I'm a meats and potatoes kind of guy, so when a friend of mine suggested meeting up here for dinner, I initially declined, but then told him that I don't mind tagging along, I would just eat ahead of time. That was a big mistake, as this is one of the coolest restaurants I've ever been to, and not at all what I expected. The décor and vibe is hard to describe; I would pick glamping as the best one word description. The food was beautifully plated, and the part of the dinner that was shared with me was delicious. It was hard to believe that it was raw and vegan! There was a long list of delicious sounds smoothies, shakes, and drinks, in addition to all of the appetizers and entrees. I can't wait to come back, and try everything.

    Zucchini noodles and neatballs, super good

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    Really outstanding food and a great chill place to eat. Juices taste awesome and the tacos are excellent. Strongly recommend!

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    Absolutely delicious and vegan food! The vibe there is wonderfully laid back so no rushing necessary.

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    If you don't eat animal products this is the place!

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    4 years ago

    Healthy and delicious vegan meals! Have loved this place from the start as a food truck stop!

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    Friendly service, great food! The people who work here could not be friendlier. Love, love, love the food and staff!

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    Very yummy food, great portions and fantastic ambiance. Dog friendly and an added bonus: GOATS!

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    I got very bad food poising from this place-strange that there were grown men swinging in the waiting room.

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    Ask the Community - Roots Cafe

    Is this a true 100% gluten free restaurant?

    Great question Bob C! "Is this a true 100% gluten free restaurant?" Gluten is found in grains. We don't serve any grains except for our oatmeal dish. I was taught in school that answering a question with the words "all" or "every" or "100 %" in the… 

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    Simply Green Cafe

    Simply Green Cafe

    4.6
    (219 reviews)
    11.0 mi
    $$

    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.

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    Loaded Fries
    Buffalo "chicken" wrap with potato salad - 10/10 delicious

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    Le Botaniste

    Le Botaniste

    4.4
    (88 reviews)
    15.7 mi
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    The food in this restaurant is amazing. It is all vegan and organic. You can mix and match. There…read moreare so many wonderful options to choose from. The service is excellent. There are no long waits to get your food. The staff is friendly, helpful and accommodating. I made the mistake of ordering a dish that had something in it that I was allergic to. After I had already ordered and placed it on my table I asked about the item in question. They checked, immediately whisked it away and made me a new dish with a substituted ingredient. I wish there was a Le Botaniste in every city in the world and that each was staffed with the likes of the wonderful staff at Le Botaniste on 42nd street.

    First day after a red-eye flight from the West Coast, I was craving something truly healthy and…read morenourishing. We wanted to chill at Bryant Park while each of us grabbed whatever we felt like eating, and La Botaniste--right across from the park--was the perfect grab-and-go option for me. The colorful Dutch ovens filled with fresh, vibrant dishes and amazing aromas made it so hard to choose. I'm still kicking myself for not taking pictures because everything looked so mouthwatering. I finally went with the Botanical Salad, and it was AMAZING. Fresh, flavorful, satisfying, and exactly what I was hoping for. Everything on the menu looked comforting and delicious while still being plant-based and health-conscious. Even though the line was busy, the staff was genuinely friendly. They took the time to answer questions, explain the dishes, and make recommendations without making us feel rushed.

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    Energy Cookie
    Sweets ahead

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    Moby Dick’s Oyster Bar & Grill

    Moby Dick’s Oyster Bar & Grill

    4.4
    (83 reviews)
    56.2 mi
    Locally owned & operated
    Certified professionals

    My first time at Moby Dick's Oyster Bar & Grill was an overall great experience. It is a classic…read morebar and restaurant setup with main bar seating and tables all around. It isn't huge inside but they use the space so wisely. The kitchen is open to the bar so you can see and hear all the amazing things happening back there which really adds to the local neighborhood vibe. The bartenders there are very sweet and attentive, they help bring the whole experience there to 5 stars. I came on a Wednesday for the $17.99 lobster roll special and it was easily one of the best I've ever had. It is a quarter pound of lobster and you get actual lumps of claw and meat rather than the shredded stuff some other places serve. The butter it's sautéed in is seasoned delicately to accentuate the fresh lobster instead of covering up the taste. The portion was surprisingly large and it comes on a fresh bun that is lightly buttered and toasted. It even comes with a little cup of extra butter which I totally slathered on because I love butter! Every bite was so fresh and soft. The roll comes with fries and I did the optional $5 upcharge for the lobster bisque. That was also the best I've ever had because I've never seen bisque with such large chunks of lobster in it. It was just crazy good. Everything was well worth the price and I'd honestly come back even on days when it's not a special. They have something going on every night like the $9.99 burger and fries on Mondays, so that will definitely be my next reason to visit. I will be back for sure!

    Money Dick's was one of the best meals of our vacation week!…read more They have a few tables outside, high tops, or you can sit at the bar like we did. I hope Courtney is your bartender because she is fantastic. She was showing the ropes to the very nice Mellisa, and they both took great care of us. We started with a lobster roll and decided that it was so good. We wanted another because I didn't wanna share. We enjoyed some vodka sodas, which is our usual beverage of choice.

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    Seafood Martini
    Seafood Martini
    Seafood Tower
    Seafood Tower
    Creamy Tomato Soup + Grilled Cheese

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    Creamy Tomato Soup + Grilled Cheese
    T BAR Roslyn

    T BAR Roslyn

    3.9
    (51 reviews)
    20.4 mi

    Sad to hear that they are permanently closed. We came out here for my mother's birthday in January…read more The decor was beautiful and classy. The staff was friendly and offered to take photos for us. Loved the food every try hung was delicious

    Cute restaurant located on the main street of Roslyn village. It might be hard to find street…read moreparking but there are several lots nearby. The place is quite spacious upon walking in - a bar area when you walk in, a larger dining area as you walk further in past the stairs, another bar and dining area upstairs, a private room upstairs, and an outdoor patio. For appetizer, I tried the crispy sushi and it was delicious! There are 4 pieces of different fish served on top of a crispy rice. My colleague got the burrata and it smelled/looked amazing as well! For entree, I got the burger which was perfectly cooked but did not have any seasoning so be sure to add some sauce of your liking. It did come with fries that were beautifully fried and seasoned. For dessert, I got the cookie sampler which came with 2 of 5 different cookies - chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, sugar, sesame, and chocolate. The cookies were fresh and they came out warm and soft. My favorites in this order are oatmeal raisin, chocolate chip, and chocolate. Everyone else got the cheesecake with whip cream or chocolate cake with Ice-Cream. The cake slices were pretty big and heavy. Very nice ambiance and our server was attentive/helpful! Will definitely be back to the more things on the menu.

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    Exterior.
    Exterior.
    Downstairs dining room.
    Downstairs dining room.
    T BAR Roslyn

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    Roots Cafe - vegan - Updated August 2026

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