Spring Cafe

I waited WAY too long to try this place! Absolutely impeccable service, the atmosphere is cozy and…read morebustling without being overwhelming, and the food is incredible. I had the torched fig and feta salad, which is an unusual choice for me but it just looked so good! It lived up to the expectation -- a delicious, perfectly dressed salad and who doesn't love a fig? Avocado, vegan feta, pistachios....come on! The sausage ravioli with was similarly delicious -- and spicier than expected in the most perfect way. The sauce was flavorful and rich. The house-made raviolis were just great and perfectly filled with savory vegan sausage. (I know it's assumed that everything here is vegan but I can't help but clarify. ) For desert, I had the panna cotta and my bf had the chocolate hazelnut dome. Both were so great and the staff sang happy birthday to me *in harmony*. Overall, an exquisite experience at a place that is now my go to for special occasions. Damn. Don't sleep on this place!

I'm not vegan, but the whipped ricotta toast is one of the best I've EVER had! The hot honey pizza…read morewas also a 10/10. Super impressed!! I didn't enjoy my sausage ravioli as much as I would have expected, but a friend got the ricotta ravioli and it was good. Appetizers/Pizzas better than the Pastas, in my opinion.

Crispy Calamari

Hazelnut Ice Cream

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Cacio e Pepe

Candle

4.6(86 reviews)

1.9 mi•Kips Bay

I came for lunch and had the vegan steak . It was served with mashed potatoes, various mushrooms,…read moreasparagus and a red wine sauce. The flavor was good and everything was perfectly prepared. I also had the chocolate peanut butter bliss for dessert. It was one of the best desserts I've had. It's a double layer ganache and peanut butter mousse, topped with caramel sauce and strawberries served with cranberry sauce candied peanuts Candle still continues to stand the test of time. The original Candle 79 closed almost over a decade ago. A few years ago I discovered that Candle Cafe had still kept its doors open I've visited a few times for brunch and finally came back for lunch; I haven't made it for dinner yet and would gladly return.

SERVICE - located in Kips Bay near 23rd St and 3rd Ave…read more- One of the oldest restaurants in NYC that focuses on plant based food without faux meats - Service is very friendly and helpful. The bartender Carlos makes you feel welcome as soon as you step in and gives you a thorough and honest walk through of the menu - Ambiance good for a semi casual meal - Not very crowded on a weekday lunch MENU - Global inspired shareable small plates and larger entrees - All vegetarian/vegan - Slightly pricey but portions are generous FOOD - Zaatar cauliflower (8/10): grilled cauliflower steak on a bed of tomato chickpea stew topped with a generous dollop of kale pesto and tahini. This dish sounded simple yet each component added a significant flavor and textural element. The cauliflower is tender enough to break with a fork with a crispy exterior from the grilled crust. The chickpea tomato stew is comforting and slightly spicy yet stays light and fresh. The kale pesto is earthy and bright and pairs well with the generous pour of tahini. The portion is good for one person as a lighter entree or can be shared as part of a larger spread. - Mexican brownie sundae (9/10): brownie topped with vanilla ice cream, chocolate fudge, balsamic cherry reduction, and bananas. I was not planning to order dessert but I am so glad that I did. This dessert was the perfect blend of sweet, bitter, and acidic. The brownie is soft and fudgy and melts in your mouth as you take a bite. The ice cream is rich and lightly stuffed with vanilla flecks. The cherries add a strong tartness which contrasts the rich chocolate and sweet vanilla. Highly recommend getting a dessert at the end of your meal. WOULD I GO BACK? As much as I would want to, this place is sadly closing at the end of September 2026

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Candle Burger

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Grilled Kale Salad

Sentir

4.7(136 reviews)

1.6 mi•Flatiron

This was my first stop in the city after my last visit. I came hungry, so it was great. The…read morelighting is dim and the decor is wonderful in the place. The staff were also very sweet. If you didn't know, this is a Mexican restaurant with a full vegan menu. We shared a plate of plantain that came on a delicious later of black bean puree. We also got chips and mango salsa ... That's really a great salsa! For the main course, I decided to get the pescado and al pastor chicken tacos. I have never had the al pastor profile with 'chicken' before, so that was interesting. I enjoyed both tacos, and I think the al pastor was my favorite. I got the churros for the dessert, and the presentation was so cool, but I have to admit I did not love them. They tasted way too fried, if that makes sense. My sister got the chocolate chili tart ... It had stunning presentation, and ... It really was delicious! That would be my first choice next time. This place does brunch and has great cocktails as well. They are more on the expensive side and I would reserve them for special occasions, but I overall enjoyed everything. Highly recommend!

Absolutely love everything about this place! Decor was beautiful, it's spaced out and the bar is…read morepretty. The steak tacos 11/10, shrimp tacos 11/10 & al pastor 11/10!!!! Flavorful, not over stuffed or under stuffed but the perfect amount. Our bartender Shaike (misspelled it) was the absolute best !!! Makes a bomb cocktail & very attentive!!! We will be back

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Tamal de Carne

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Albóndigas

abcV

4.0(756 reviews)

1.5 mi•Flatiron

I came across this restaurant because I was looking for a place to accommodate my vegetarian…read morefriend. The ambiance was intimate and bright with the white decor throughout the restaurant. Avocado Lettuce Cups($23)- Comes with 2 lettuce cups that hit many different flavors. Spicy, sweet, tangy and creamy all in one bite Whole roasted cauliflower- ($33)- It has a nice grill/char flavor that was greatly complimented with the spicy tahini. Was a nice touch of textures with the additional pomegranate Spaghetti($29)- This dish had a creamy sauce that surprised me since it had a more citrus flavor than I expected. Flavor was a little bland compared to the others Overall I really enjoyed it and would not mind coming back to try some of the other dishes, but my favorite was the cauliflower which I would order again. The waiter was extremely helpful and knowledgeable about the dishes we order and accommodated anything we needed such as substituting certain ingredients to cater a vegan if needed. Visited October 2026 Food- 8/10 Cleanliness- 8/10 Staff- 10/10

We were in NYC for our celebration and dined at abcV on our first night. We had a fantastic…read moreanniversary dinner at abcV and Yanette the manager made our celebration even more special! We are veg/vegan and were really looking forward to coming to abcV for dinner having heard so much about it. All the options we were recommended were excellent (cocktails, avo lettuce cups, humus, beets, mushroom bolognese, koji tofu and chocolate cake), very unique dishes, presented exquisitely. Yanette and the staff provided excellent service. The decor ambience and open kitchen have a nice chic vibe, definitely a date place or for celebrations. Highly recommend!

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Pasta Special - with morels and vegan hazelnut butter. Really heavy; I didn't like this.

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Onigiri with perigord truffle

Little Beet Table

4.1(679 reviews)

1.8 mi•Flatiron

The food was so good I forgot to take pictures of it before diving into it. As my hunger quieted, I…read morebegan to realize how well treated each dish was. I appreciate the attention to detail and found that taking a bite of everything felt cohesive in ways that celebrate vegetables. Brussel sprouts paired well with the puree sauce, a bit bland on its own (which is nice as a filling palette cleanser). I would consider this to be a great casual spot to catch up with friends/family.

pesto here is phenomenal - such little ingredients that pair wonderfully! Appreciate the sister for…read morebuying this because it is a bit pricey! Cheers!

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Willow Vegan Bistro

4.5(497 reviews)

1.8 mi•Chelsea

I've experienced all kinds of vegan restaurants and thought i couldn't be surprised anymore until…read morehere. There were some truly unique options including vegan steak. There were so many options that we ordered 2 more entrees to go. The service was fast and it's definitely more of an upscale feeling to the place. We had reservations but it wasn't too busy. Might not have been necessary but don't take a chance on missing out.

The best vegan appetizers that I've had. We didn't order any entrees, but my group and I certainly…read morewant to come back when we have more time. Properly priced and portioned, our customer service was great from Natalie. She was kind, helpful, honest and attentive to detail.

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Lamb Burger

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Cocktails at Willow

PLANTA Queen Nomad

4.3(950 reviews)

1.9 mi•Flatiron

Food: this is my fav restaurant in NYC, I come here everytime I come to NYC. Their sushi rolls are…read moreamazing. Service: it's always great. Ambiance: cool restaurant with great vibe.

Went to dinner with a vegan friend of mine and found this place…read more Cocktails were good although not too strong. The original one I wanted was the lychee but they ran out of the ingredients at 5pm. Anyway I tried the Lilac cocktail was pretty good. We had an array of things ... spicy crab hand roll, steamed edamame dumplings, zucchini chips, tofu and avocado The star of the happy hour menu was the spicy tuna maki roll . My favorite thing . I didn't even taste watermelon lol . Vegan sushi roll for the win. My friend has the kebabs and I had the beef and broccoli which was good. Spent like $100 pp I would come back and have that sushi roll again and try other things

2.3 mi•Murray Hill, Midtown East

Inside downstairs

Beef with Broccoli

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MATCHA CHEESECAKE

Franchia Vegan Cafe

4.1(1.1k reviews)

Have been going here since past 10 years and this restaurant never disappoints!…read more The Korean crispy chilli tofu was so amazing!!! All of us absolutely loved it. Korean plum tea is super refreshing - winter or summer - it does leave you refreshed.

It's rare to come across a fully vegan Korean restaurant so I was so excited to try this place!…read moreAbsolutely loved everything we ordered here! Brought my non-vegan friends and they all enjoyed the meal as well! Sweet Corn Cilantro Pancake - came in 4 pieces which made scaring easy Popcorn Shrimp - was a favorite on the table Kimchi Jjigae - this was so flavorful and so delicious Naengmyeon - this was my personal favorite because I love cold noodles and I haven't been able to find a vegan version before! Vegetarian 'Duck' Bibimbap - can never go wrong with Bibimbap, this was filling! The ambiance is super cute! Perfect for a date night and the service was quick and friendly. Will definitely be back!

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Soft Tofu with Kale in Ginger Sauce

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Mojito

Sunflower - Gramercy

4.2(494 reviews)

1.8 mi•Kips Bay

First time going to this brunch place and the food was amazing, even if it was a little expensive…read more I got The Braunch. you should totally as well. It offers a mix of everything: breads, eggs, meat (2 cripsy bacon slices, and a well done juicy sausage), plus an assortment of fresh veggies and small tator tots. Despite being buys the food comes out relatively quickly within 5 ~ 7 minutes of ordering and the atmosphere it lively. They leave the windows open so the cool NYC air can surround you as you eat. Severs are also very kind

Stopped in for lunch and OMG, food was delish. The service was good. The ambiance is comfortable…read moreinside. They also have a space outside which is nice on a good weather day. We were a party of five, it was a little snug--next time i will ask for a corner. I love the menu options. I ordered the grain bowl with falafel and a peach juice. My companions ordered pancakes with a cheese omelette and bacon jam, the crispy chicken with a side salad, another grain bowl with chicken and burger with loaded fries. Everyone loved the food. We will definitely be back!

Steak & Eggs (~$29)

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Freddo Cappuccino (~$7) - mixed

Seasoned Vegan

4.1(1.3k reviews)

1.0 mi•East Village

Seasoned vegan is my absolute favorite vegan place to eat. I have been a huge fan of Seasoned vegan…read moresince they were first located Uptown. Very happy that they are now located downtown in the East Village with late night hours. The service and food are absolutely amazing. My absolute is the BBQ vegan craw fish sandwich on the pretzel bun. The fries are delicious! Could not believe how amazing they are. Last but not least.... the cupcakes. The lotus biscoff cupcake is highly addictive not sure what's the ingredients, but they taste so delicious and they are vegan. All I know is, I can't get enough of them. They are my absolute favorite. Special thank you to Chef B, Aaron, Anthony, and all of the wonderful staff that makes Seasoned Vegan a special place to eat healthy, great tasting, soulful vegan food!

I heard some unfortunate news that SV will be closing soon, so I decided to stop by to show some…read morelove. This was my first time at this location, although I used to be a regular at their Harlem location. I ordered the SV Nugglet Sandwich (7/10) , the Mac (6/10) and Kangen Alkaline water. Ms. B was very friendly and so was the woman working with her that day.

Seasoned Vegan's food menu.

Craw "fish". Mac and "cheese". Mixes vegetables. Candies yams.

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Mocha swirl cheesecake.

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Deana Marie L.

Elite 24

133

670

3 years ago

I recently stopped by Spring Cafe for the second time. This visit I tried the Hash Brown & Cheese Sandwich ($10.95), hesitating between that and the Vegan Ham, Egg & Cheese option. My choice was spot-on. The sandwich was so good - exactly like the picture and bursting with freshness. The bread, tomato, lettuce, mayo, and the perfectly cooked hash browns created a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Even the ketchup was outstanding, a departure from the ordinary. Aside from great food, the service was incredibly friendly. Their menu is diverse, offering burgers, salads, bowls, bao buns, coffee, smoothies, and more. Plus, they have a loyalty program with stamp cards - 9 stamps get you a $10 credit. Although I usually refrain from reviewing based on one dish, the exceptional quality and service compelled me to share my experience. I'll definitely be back to explore more of their offerings! *watch me eat my way through Spring Cafe https://youtu.be/wFJIqVD3YTU read more

Angelika L.

7 years ago

Fantastic little place for vegan food. Super delicious and a good value for your money even though I know I can fry a Beyond Burger for cheaper at home, their sauce is so yummy. I love the tanginess of the burger sauce and the full slice of tomato and lettuce leaf. The baos are certainly a mouthful like the mushroom ones and ginger "chicken" one. It's all bouncy and savory yumminess. It is a popular spot. I've been here maybe 5 times. Clean place and cute decor. Nice staff. Fast. They have combo specials. Is good even as takeout. read more

Kazzerine R.

7 years ago

Hawaiian burger is tasty (I didn't get the combo.) however, I got the sweetened hibiscus tea and it came out to be unsweetened. When I told the cashier, she gave me a dirty look and tell me that I should've told her earlier. Bad customer service, however good foods for two star. I only got the burger and it was exceptionally good. read more

Tammy R.

5 years ago

I got the ginger vegan chicken and braised tofu bao when I was in Chinatown last month. Both were delicious. The hot and sour soup was warming, full of veggies, and not too spicy. The hibiscus iced tea was the perfect beverage to wash it all down. I will definitely visit again next time I'm in Chinatown read more

L V.

7 years ago

I love that this place doesn't contain any garlic and onions as I follow a temple diet. My go to favorite is the Hawaiian burger but their chicken salad is so good too! The service is also spectacular. The two girls are very sweet and friendly. Love this spot! read more

Mars Y.

4 years ago

Bao buns were excellent, wished I had ordered more!

Mary L.

7 years ago

Very cute vegan cafe. Loved the food

Anna M.

7 years ago

Burger is tasty and staff is good

Spring Cafe - vegan - Updated October 2026

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