The flavoring is a little heavy- it's not subtle. Nevertheless, the service is fast and efficient. There's a lot of interesting variety for vegetarians. I've never had mushroom fries before- and they are good! I also enjoyed the braised tofu skin bao buns the best. read more

i never really eat vegan foods, but stumbling upon spring cafe and their genuinely yummy foods may have changed my mind. they have a 4.8/5 star rating on google too, with almost 300 reviews... so you know they're doing something right! i didn't expect to like the food as much as i did - the sandwich and burger i tried were both DELICIOUS and i honestly don't think i would have been able to tell the difference if you had just handed me this to try on the street or something!! what we ordered (* = my faves): - drinks: tropical smoothie*, simple fresh juice - hawaiian vegan burger - vegan ham, "egg" and cheese* - bao buns: braised tofu skin*, vegan bbq pork - zhajiang noodle salad* - salt pepper mushrooms - sweet potato fries - carrot cake* the carrot cake is a MUST GET. sooo delicious, i had to stop myself from eating it all!! both of the drinks tasted really refreshing and you can tell they use fresh fruits. the "chicken" in the hawaiian vegan burger tasted very similar to chicken but the difference is honestly not that noticeable - great flavors & seasoning here for sure. the vegan ham "egg" and cheese sandwich was LOADED and perfect - every bite was yummy and i would def order this one again! the zhajiang noodle salad was also SO good, a little spicy tho so i could only eat a little bit. the peanut/sesame-y dressing was top tier with a bit of kick. read more

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Come here for the best smoothies in NYC. I got the kale smoothie with extra kale. They loaded up the smoothie and it was perfection. I would love to come back and try their food as well. read more

Spring Cafe is one of the only good vegan restaurants not to mention it is also an Asian fusion with a diverse menu ranging from soups and, salads to sandwiches, burgers and also, bao buns! Giving you that classic, authentic taste of Asian cuisine! Furthermore, the atmosphere was also really clean, playful, and vibrant with a beautiful, not to mention the extremely welcoming service. The wait time was long yet worth it as I got to socialize with the beautiful lady working in the front despite my social anxiety. I think you will love it too because it was extremely fun even your kids might appreciate the playful ambiance, and delicious vegan food(We all know how picky kids nowadays are). 10, no 11/10 I would highly HIGHLY recommend! read more

Spring Cafe - Thats cool. - Vegan Near Me - New York, New York

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I wish SC were closer. The food here so good. I tried the mushroom bao and couldn't believe how good it was. The steamed fluffy bun paired really nicely with the crunchy-ish king oyster mushrooms and the sauce. It was messy to eat but worth every piece of clothing I stained. I can't wait to try the braised tofu skin next time. I also ordered the Zhajiang noodle salad which was just as tasty. It reminded me of a dan dan noodle. It says spicy but I didn't find it to be. I love how much vegetable is in the dish. There is a balanced ratio of vegetable to noodle and you can control how much sauce to pour in. Maybe it's a good thing I don't live nearby because I would be there all the time. SC would be good for meat eaters looking to incorporate more plant based foods in their diet. The flavors are so good and interesting that you wouldn't miss meat. read more

Came to this place on a whim and am SO glad I found it. The food is absolutely incredible and I find myself craving their bento boxes all the time. The shop is small but has a good amount of seating. The workers are very nice and they always remind me to use my punch card. Quite literally my favorite lunch spot in the area. read more

Spring Cafe - Vegan Near Me - New York, New York

Paid another visit to Spring Cafe - this time for a quick lunch. I got the vegan chicken bento box and the pineapple green iced tea. All in all it was all delicious! The vegan chicken was crispy and flavorful, and everything tasted really nice and fresh. There was also a little bit of seating in the cafe, so it's a good place for a nice, casual meal. read more

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Came here and got 2 of the buns for $5.50! Lady at the front was kind, I received my order in about 5 minutes. I got the mushroom bun and the braised gluten bun. These buns are filling! I felt kind of full after the first bun. The braised gluten was definitely better than the mushroom in my opinion. The pepper mushroom bun had a very one dimensional flavor and texture while the braised gluten bun had the chewiness of the gluten and some crunch from the pickled veggies. They were okay, nothing amazing. The pepper mushroom bun tasted exactly like the name, I got bored of it after taking a few bites but that's just because I just wasn't a big fan of the flavors, if it sounds like something you'd like, go for it! read more

Spring Cafe - Pepper mushroom - Vegan Near Me - New York, New York

This place was amazing! I'm not vegan, and don't usually eat a lot of vegan food, but I still decided to give this place a shot and I'm so glad I did. I had the portobello mushroom burger, and my friend had the beyond burger - we both loved it. The patty was fresh and crunchy. Also, don't forget to get the salt and pepper mushroom as a side, it was one of my favorite dishes. The tofu skin bao was good too if you just want a snack. - Navya J @nyconthetable read more

Spring Cafe - Vegan Near Me - New York, New York

I would order anything on their menu. It's all unique and super affordable with great portion sizes. And based on what I've tried so far, I'm sure everything would taste delicious as well. I had the crispy portobello burger and with so many ingredients listed, I expected at least one thing to get lost in the shuffle. However, I was surprised to find a burger that still looked fluffy when I got home with vibrant ingredients busting from all sides. The lettuce, avocado, tomato, and cucumbers all tasted and looked fresh. The portobello had a beautifully crunchy outside that had a nice savory-sweet flavor to it. I also tried the braised tofu bao bun. I've never had a bao bun, so I can't speak to how it compares to the non-vegan version. I can say that I thoroughly enjoyed it, though, and would definitely get it again. The tofu was surprisingly sweet with notes of cinnamon but it was then balanced with the pickles, peanuts, and cilantro toppings. My sister also got sweet mustard with her tater tots and this mustard was SO good I recommend you get it over the other dipping sauces. read more

Spring cafe: Chinatown A vegetarian choice and Tofu lover. I got a lunch box from Spring cafe. I'm not Vegetarian but I believe once awhile you wanna have a lot of vegetable, and tofu because you are sick of meat, aren't you? My Lunch had Black tofu steak, and tofu spicy curry, with broccoli on side. It's very simple, and taste not too bad. Tofu steak was so so. But I liked the soft tofu in spicy curry. The texture of Tofu was very chewy. All of this with one water bottle. It's a steal. Spring cafe was good place. Recommended! #director_eat_out read more

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Glad to see Spring Cafe is getting the recognition they so rightfully deserve! One of the best fast-casual vegan lunch spots in the City, hands down, full-stop‍ read more

Spring Cafe - The DELICIOUS BBQ "pork" bao bun featured in the NYT!! - Vegan Near Me - New York, New York

Seating is limited but the buns here are so good! It's a little more on the oily side but for vegetarian meat this place is a huge gem! Their bbq pork one is more similar to a regular pork bun than others I've had and the chicken here is just like real chicken. read more

Spring Cafe - Steamed Ginger Vegan Chicken Bao Bun and Vegan BBQ pork bao bun - Vegan Near Me - New York, New York

Super weird with stamping your card for an order over $10 but the food is good & super filling. Great if you need vegan options without sacrificing the flavor. Service is weird the manager was like we changer for tap water....after I paid for a $70 order, def not the best on service read more

Great and reasonably priced lunch spot! The bento boxes seem like a great deal. I wanted something more light and healthy, so I went with the Zhajiang noodle salad. It was good although pretty heavy on the noodles (could have used more veggies such as some greens). It is a tiny place but they do have a few indoor seats, which I appreciated. read more

Spring Cafe - You can enjoy your bento box lunch special inside this cute outdoor bento box - Vegan Near Me - New York, New York

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I came here to get some snacks to nibble after my dinner- - Sweet Potato Fries : not bad but nothing special, I guess they are trying to be on the healthier side so there's less batter and seasoning, which I'm okay with. However, the Spicy Mayo they made was disgusting.. C'mon you've had it before, prob the cheapest Mayo you can ever get and very water down.. You can do better this is the easiest thing to make! - Salt and Pepper Mushroom : as tasty as it sounds. Juicy mushroom very addicting. Too addicting! read more

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Lovely cafe, lovely staff. I dropped in for a smoothie but I'll be back to try more of the food. Everything looks fresh and tasty. Great refuge for some nourishment just off canal st. read more

Spring Cafe - Kale Smoothie - Vegan Near Me - New York, New York

I have been itching to try this spot in Chinatown for a while now because of their unique vegan offerings that put a healthy spin on traditional Chinese and American dishes such as vegan baos, burgers, and salads. I came right before closing time and was served very quickly! I was very curious about the Zhajiang Noodle Salad they have with vegan tofu/pork. I grew up eating Zhajiang noodles and I love this dish so much, but I have never tried a vegan version. I asked them if they could substitute noodles for papaya since I was torn between trying this one or their Beyond Papaya Salad (I'm a huge fan of papaya salad too) and they said yes! Staff is super kind and accommodating. This dish blew my mind and exceeded my expectations. It tastes like a healthy version of my favorite comfort food. Even though there is no real pork that one would expect from a Zhajiang dish, the mock meat with tofu was exceptionally flavorful and almost tasted like the real deal. The sauce paired with their chili oil brought the entire bowl together. Since I swapped noodles for papaya, everything was so refreshing and perfect for a light and nutritious meal. The vegetables all tasted very fresh. I literally couldn't stop eating it once I started. Easily the best salad I've ever had. It was $13 for quite a generous portion of food and honestly this is one of the best deals I've found for vegan/healthy food that has an Asian twist on it. I would 10000% come back to try their other dishes such as their baos and burgers. I already know I'm going to continue to crave this Zhajiang salad for a while. I cant say enough good things about this place and I wish I lived closer so I could regularly support them-- but if you haven't already, definitely give this spot a try!!!! read more

Spring Cafe - Zhajiang Noodle Salad (Spicy) with Papaya - Vegan Near Me - New York, New York

I got the beyond burger combo with the special sauce and sweet potato fries. Seriously outstanding. Tip: do yourself a favor and get the special sauce. It actually is special! I'm going to be craving these burgers all the time now I'm not actually vegan, but I'm one of those weirdos who likes veggie burgers over normal ones. Veggie burgers are my thang and I've had so many in my life. I'm a seasoned veggie burger eater. I'd never actually had a beyond burger before. Not sure if it's supposed to, but it didn't taste like meat. But it sure was darn good anyways. I don't like the taste of normal burgers so maybe I'm biased ‍ read more

Spring Cafe - Vegan Near Me - New York, New York

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For vegan food 5/5, for food in ny 4, maybe 3.5/5. Very good though! I feel like most vegan places are usually burgers or salads, so it was really nice to have Asian vegan food. Everything was seasoned very well. read more

Spring Cafe - Sweet & Spicy Tofu Burger - Vegan Near Me - New York, New York

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Great little spot for lunch by the courts. Delicious burgers and fries! Loved the hibiscus tea. The service is great as well!

I like the fresh interior of this cafe. I am not a vegetarian but they serve everything vegetarian here (not meat of any sorts) so this will be a new great spot for the vegetarians out there. I have a mushroom bao bun. It was good. The fries sucks though. It's nothing like the pictures. In the picture, the fries were light yellow and looks delicious. In real life, the fries were brown and nasty. Looks like they reused the same oil for months. Not soft fries, but nasty hard fries. I'd rather get fries from Mcdonald's right around the corner. read more

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My go-to spot for reliable and absolutely spectacular vegan food delivery. I have eaten in the restaurant a few times as well-- it's extremely welcoming and cozy:) They have a great variety and everything is delicious. Spring Cafe is very careful and always follows my notes-- plus they are super speedy. Could not possibly recommend more highly. Thank you, Spring Cafe!!! :) read more

Such a cute spot for quick vegan Asian food! The vegan bbq pork bao and vegan chicken was so delicious (not a fan of the sauce though). I'm not vegan but my vegan friend wanted to come together and it was amazing! Will definitely come back to try other items on the menu :) read more

Spring Cafe - Vegan Chicken Salad - Vegan Near Me - New York, New York

Some of the best bao ive ever had. I absolutely love this place. I recommend it to all of my friends. Doesn't taste vegan, just good. They have nice outdoor seating too. This place is a must try. I'll definitely be coming here a lot. The braised tofu skin bao is so good. That's my favorite one but all of the flavors are good. Also the baos are a great deal. One is like the size of my head. I heard the mushroom fries are amazing so I'm excited to try that out. The inside is super cute with lots of plants as well. read more

This place is one of a kind. I really hope they can open up a lot more locations in nyc because the food is so good. I travel here from midtown often just because I can't find food like this anywhere else. My favorite thing on the menu is the hash brown sandwich. Simple and delicious. The noodle salad bowl is outstanding. It is spicy and salty and has really good vegetable and protein toppings. The pineapple lime tea thing is my favorite drink. It has all these chunks of fresh pineapple in it. This place has options for everyone. Burgers, fries, tater tots, salads, Bao, etc. definitley give this place a try and bring your skeptical friends read more

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The "chicken" bento box was amazing and a pretty good value for the sides you get with it. Would definitely come again.

I got the Sweet and Spicy Tofu Burger Combo with fries and sweetened black tea. 10/10 was never a fan of burgers, especially vegan patties, but I will eat this! The fries were also really crispy. My friend tried the Teriyaki Quinoa Bowl, healthy and a decent size. She enjoyed it except the salad dressing wasn't her favorite. Cost was about $30. They also sell vegan desserts which I have to come back and try. Overall, I would recommend this for vegans and non-vegans! read more

Spring Cafe - Vegan Near Me - New York, New York

Delicious and healthy, with filling vegan food. The decor is very cute and the staff handles the lunch rush well. They were on MealPal as of this review, so the discount from that app made the price affordable. read more

Spring Cafe - Beyond meat papaya salad - Vegan Near Me - New York, New York

If you are looking for a dynamic vegan Chinese joint downtown, get here because it's a happening little spot with a delicious menu. It is officially one of my life goals to eat everything off of this menu because it is that good and affordable! The only drawback is it's super small so I prefer take out or going at an off peak time. I have tried the spring sandwich most recently and some of the other sandwiches. The appetizers are all insane. read more

Unassuming store front on Canal St and Centre St, but delicious food awaiting inside! I highly recommend the braised tofu skin on literally anything, but especially the bao buns. The tofu skin is firm but not tough, chewy but not rubbery, sweet and salty similar to char siu sauce. The bai came with pickled mustard greens which provide just the right amount of acidity and crunch. Lovely! I've had buns from other places that are half filled, mostly just dough, but these were filled fully! Two will satisfy you, three will definitely fill you up! Also note the bun is a little denser than a freshly steamed bun, but still good. The vegan BBQ is similar to the one from Buddha Bodai, which I also highly recommend for vegan dim sum. :) All in all a great quick lunch! read more

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I went there 3 different times when I was in Chinatown. The first time I had ordered the Crispy Portobello Burger. So much better than Shake Shack. I had the combo with hibiscus tea and that was a great complement with the seasoned fries. The burger itself felt like it was meatier. Not sure how to describe it but it was definitely worth it. 2nd time my friend and I tried the Hawaiian Vegan Burger Combo. Not impressed especially with that price. 3rd time I ordered my favorite...the Crispy Portobello Burger Combo. Unfortunately this time didn't have the same wow affect like the the first time. The mushroom was flat. Probably was a small Portobello cap and they just flatten it, battered, then fried it. It was disappointing this time. Just didn't feel satiated with that meal this last time. read more

Super cute cafe... the staff and friendly and it's a great spot to get vegan food and desserts in Chinatown.

Spring Cafe NYC!! They deserve endless love. This is my all time favorite spot to grab lunch or a quick meal throughout all of NY. I have been in love with them for my 3 years of being vegan. They never disappoint. The food is always top notch, fresh, and extremely flavorful. My favorite things to get are the ginger "chicken" bao buns, hawaiian burger, zhajiang noodles, taro rolls, and the PINEAPPLE GREEN TEA!!!! I live 2 hours upstate but whenever I make it down to the city this is my first stop. And trust me I have been reviewing vegan spots around the city for 2 years now. This is my favorite out of over 30+ places I could name off the top of my head. Spring Cafe!! I love you guys. read more

We've ordered several of their items and really appreciate the variety and flavor. The pulled pork sandwich is delicious, and who can't resist a side of tater tots? The portable mushroom sandwich was enjoyed as well. Great service and delicious food. I highly recommend them! read more

On the corner of Canal and Centre, is this fairly new, all-vegan hole-in-the-wall/gem! It's a small cafe that serves vegan versions of Asian classics, including their now famous bao buns. They are super affordable and are HUGE. $3 for one and then only $5.50 for two?! You can't go wrong. I got the braised tofu skin and vegan ginger chicken bao buns. The quality despite them being so cheap is phenomenal. The ginger chicken tasted like your traditional ginger chicken, and all the flavors in and out of that braised tofu skin speaks louder than words. The sauce and the peanuts on top made that bao. I need to come back to try more of the baos, their drinks, and other vegan Asian options. Go by 153D Centre St. today! read more

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4.5 stars for me so rounding up. Wow I wish this place was closer to my office, because I could see myself coming here for a hearty meal! Had the Hawaiian Chicken Vegan burger (no fries, drink), and I went from being famished to incredibly full. Also how is this not chicken? I can't believe this is not chicken because I could have sworn it was chicken... IT WAS SOO GOOD! My only comment is that the pineapple that was used in the burger gave off a very artificial smell and taste - literally right out of a can or something, and it messed with the flavor imo. Yet, I am intrigued and want to try the mushroom burgers next time. I love how the menu has portobello burgers because that's my one pet peeve with vegan/vegetarian burgers: why do we need to sub meat with faux-meat? Sometimes it's nice to have veggies do their job at "meatiness" read more

Spring Cafe - Let's do this! - Vegan Near Me - New York, New York

Wow this place is SO GOOD and a good addition to Chinatown. I'm saying this as a non-vegan, mon-vegetarian, and non-healthy eater. I ordered a Hawaiian vegan burger combo, which comes with fries and a tea for $9.95 plus tax. This is really one of the best things I've had a long time. The vegan chicken in the burger really tastes like the real friggin deal! Like I'm blown away. The fries are great and the housemade tea is great too. They also do a combo with the baos , which I will try next time. The card minimum is $10, but if you get a combo you'll be good. TRY THIS PLACE OUT! read more

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I'm always very skeptical when it comes to vegan spots. I always passed by Spring Cafe on my way to work and noticed that it was a lot cleaner and more aesthetically pleasing than the last vendor. One of my friends recommended that I stop by because of the great lunch special deal. Their menu is relatively small and consists of mainly burgers or sandwiches. I got the Hawaiian vegan "chicken" burger with fries and a slightly sweetened hibiscus iced tea. The hibiscus tea was really refreshing on a humid day. The burger was pretty good as well. It was a fried vegan "chicken" patty on top of lettuce, tomatoes, pineapple slice and chipotle aioli. I was pretty impressed at how much it tasted like meat. I'm not usually into vegan dishes that use meat replacements but this was was pretty good. However, my favorite was the fries! It was super crispy and flavorful. One issue that I had was that most dishes they had included some sort of meat replacement. I really wish they had more veggie featured dishes. I'm not a big fan of meat replacement because I always feel extremely parched after eating. Another thing I didn't like was that everything on the menu was pretty much either fried or really greasy. I guess it more geared to vegan fast food than anything else. However, I do think that their dishes are pretty good and you definitely get a bang for your buck. read more

Spring Cafe - Hawiian Vegan Chicken Burger with fries - Vegan Near Me - New York, New York

Can only speak to the Bao buns because that's all I had but WOW!!! That ginger vegan chicken!! Is so good!! The ginger sauce is done so well, it melts right into the bun. Also got the braised tofu Skin and the flavors are great. Will return back. Burgers looked good, too! read more

Spring Cafe - Braised Tofu Bao Bun - Vegan Near Me - New York, New York

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