It makes perfect sense that one of the most forward-thinking culinary cities in the world should have a generous helping of great vegetarian restaurants. Here are the New York City Experts' favorites.
Michelin-starred chef Hohn Fraser brings array of affordable, seasonal, vegetarian dishes, largely sourced from the nearby Union Square Greenmarket. Innovative cocktail menu and comprehensive selection of wines.
72 University Place (11th Street)Badass vegetarian fast-food from legendary Punk Rock drummer Brooks Headley. Satisfying fare including veggie burger, faux sloppy joe, and an extraordinary "Hippy Wrap." Limited sitting, but with Tompkins Square park close by, seating is practically limitless when the...
119 Avenue AProviding a well-curated menu of healthy vegetarian offerings, this Koreatown haunt is a veritable shrine to vegetarian cuisine with a decidedly and not unexpected Asian milieu. Aside from ensuring that meat doesn't get past the door, Hangawi offers one of the best selections of ...
12 E 32nd St (bet. 5th & Madison Aves.)Zen Palate got its start in 1990 by a group of Buddhist vegetarians living in New York who noted the absence of any quality Asian-based vegetarian restaurants in the city. Believing that great health, great taste and great dining experience could all be obtained at the same time,...
663 9th Ave (at 46th Street)Tremendous falafel and other Middle Eastern treats in the West Village from husband and wife team Chef Einat Admony and Stefan Nafziger, who envisioned Taim as a way to reconnect with the street food of Tel Aviv they missed so sorely in the otherwise culinarily complete New York ...
222 Waverly Place (7th Ave S)Vegetarians unite, for Amanda Cohen has created an amazing temple of gardenly delights with her aptly-named Dirt Candy. This attractive restaurant serves sumptuous fare with flair and panache; the dishes are moreover creative and intriguing. Tasting menu offers a $57 & $87 op...
86 Allen Street (bet. Broome and Grand Streets)Caravan Of Dreams has been providing New York City with healthy, flavorful food since 1991—organic vegan cuisine in a romantic, Old World-meets- East Village setting.
405 E 6th StKosher, Vegetarian Chinese food in the heart of Chinatown.
5 Mott StreetVegetarian cuisine with the finest soy and gluten ingredients and the freshest produce.
140 W 4th StAlthough the name, Candle 79, upholds tradition, the unique menu and great atmosphere enables them to provide patrons with a sophisticated dining experience which parallels the quality of their vegetarian fare. Their bi-level space is ideal for an intimate dinner or a grand priva...
154 E 79th St