The Best Vegetarian-Friendly Restaurants in New York

Cosme is a busy restaurant in New York serving contemporary Mexican-inspired meals by Enrique Olvera. The lively vibe and modern take on familiar flavors make it a welcoming place to gather with friends or celebrate a special moment. You’ll find an energetic atmosphere that brings a fresh twist to Mexican cuisine.

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Robert Dentice

Food | Wine Connoisseur

The fastest flight to Mexico City is directly through Cosme! A stunning meal that combines authentic Mexican ingredients, concepts and dishes with a deft, high level of execution! Every dish vibrated with energetic flavors. The entire meal bedazzled our sensibilities and continues to deeply resonate days later. Dry German Riesling turned out to pair stunningly well! Service and hospitality took the entire evening up to an even higher level.

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Hindu Temple Canteen offers a low-key way to experience South Indian flavors in a unique temple setting in Queens. Diners appreciate its welcoming community feel and straightforward, satisfying meals. Though it can be a little hidden, many say it’s worth seeking out for an authentic taste.

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Mimi Lan

Chef/ Consultant/ Foodie

We’ve never had temple food so good. Hard to find but worth it. You walk inside this temple and go downstairs to a large community room and order from a window delicious authentic South Indian food, particularly dosa, cafeteria style: tissue thin dosa, masala dosa, rava masala, spicy paneer dosa, tamarind rice, everything was delicious and so cheap.

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Dirt Candy is a welcoming vegetarian-focused spot in Lower Manhattan, where creative dishes are visually striking and full of flavor. Guests can watch the kitchen in action from the bar seats, adding to the fun atmosphere. It’s an easy choice for anyone looking for something different in New York.

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Alex Nieminen

Foodie and Restaurateur

Dirt Candy is a must-visit restaurant for vegetarians in Lower Manhattan. Amanda Cohen and her team create imaginative "fine dining-ish" dishes that please both the eye and the palate.The seats by the bar overlooking the open kitchen are fantastic.

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abcV is a plant-based restaurant by Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten inside ABC Carpet & Home in New York. It offers a relaxed setting and a produce-driven menu designed to appeal to both vegetarians and non-vegetarians. The focus is on creating simple, thoughtful meals without forcing any particular dietary stance.

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Alex Nieminen

Foodie and Restaurateur

Jean-Georges Vongerichten's trio of restaurants at the massive ABC Carpet & Home -store in Chelsea, NYC, are worth the visit just for the amazing decor (as one could imagine). Of the three, ABCv is a plant-based restaurant with fantastic, dishes that are not trying to push a point. The food is great whether you are a vegetarian or not.

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Oxomoco is a Michelin-starred Mexican restaurant in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, known for its relaxed atmosphere and creative approach to cooking. Diners often mention the friendly service and focus on fresh ingredients, making it a welcoming spot for a satisfying meal.

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Alex Nieminen

Foodie and Restaurateur

Seriously delicious and creative Mexican restaurant in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Oxomoco is a Michelin-starred restaurant. And not without merit. Actually, in many ways, Oxomoco is the kind of restaurant I would want to see more of on the guide: Relaxed restaurant with friendly service mixed with innovative and tasty cooking. The famous tacos are a heavenly mix of fresh quality ingredients and perfect cooking. Service experience is friendly and helpful. Being a vegetarian, I had beetroot tacos and sweet potato tlayda - both fantastic. My party also had the meat and fish dishes and loved everything. Swordfish tacos were apparently the ”best Mexican food ever tasted”. Even the humble guacamole impressed - I don’t usually like the ”innovative” version on staples. But here, avocados with smoked cherry tomatoes and queso fresco really worked great.

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Eggholic – Indian Veg & Egg Street Food brings the flavors of Indian street food to Queens with a focus on egg-based options. They’re known for mixing just the right spices and cooking everything fresh, giving their dishes an authentic taste. The relaxed setting and variety of choices make it a welcoming spot to explore Indian-inspired meals without feeling overwhelmed.

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Wylie Dufresne

Chef

Eggholic - egg focused Indian street food. The green egg rice would make Dr Seuss smile. On Hillside Avenue in Queens.

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Laser Wolf Brooklyn is a rooftop restaurant atop The Hoxton in Williamsburg, serving Israeli-style dishes cooked over live coals. Its open-air setting provides sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline, making it a relaxing spot to enjoy a meal with friends.

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Will Guidara

Restaurateur

I love the original Laser Wolf by Michael Solomonov in Philly, but the one in New York, on top of The Hoxton Hotel has beautiful views of the New York Skyline and the most amazing Israeli food. Incredible hummus, amazing pita and all the meats fresh off the grill. I I think laser Wolf is one of the coolest restaurants in New York right now. The food is freaking delicious.

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Zaytinya by Chef José Andrés, located in The Ritz-Carlton in NoMad, brings together Greek, Turkish, and Lebanese influences through a variety of meze-style offerings. The bright, open interior creates a relaxed space for guests to explore Mediterranean flavors in the heart of New York.

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Margherita Bentivogli

Foodie

A breath of the Mediterranean taste in New York city inside the Ritz-Carlton hotel in Nomad, a restaurant that I really liked, the Zaytinya by chef Jose Andres: it offers innovative andare delicious Meze (small courses that precede the actual meal) inspired by Greek, Turkish and Lebanese cuisines and presented in a refined way in a spacious, bright and original interior.

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Eleven Madison Park is a three-Michelin-star restaurant in New York that has embraced a plant-based tasting menu by Chef Daniel Humm. Diners appreciate the thoughtfulness behind each course and the welcoming atmosphere. Even without animal products, the cooking remains elegant and memorable, making it a noteworthy spot for fine dining.

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Mika Ihamuotila

Foodie

So heaven is made of plantsThis legendary 3 Michelin star institution turned to plant based only (vegan) a couple of years ago, maintaining its stars and position as one of the world’s best restaurants. Serving only a tasting menu consisting of 10 unbelievable and innovative dishes. Makes you wonder, how this all is possible from plants only. One of the most amazing culinary experiences of my life. Future? Time will tell. Wonderful wine list and service. Worth the 380 $ if you compare the price to other top NYC institutions.

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Aska is a Michelin-starred restaurant in Brooklyn led by Swedish chef Fredrik Berselius, offering a tasting menu inspired by Nordic traditions. Its calm, slightly moody space pairs Scandinavian heritage with the energy of New York, creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests. Thoughtful sourcing and attentive service give a sense of care without feeling overly formal, making it a distinctive spot for a special meal.

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Paul Ivic

Chef

Very nice ambience and wonderful service. A wine list that really appealed to me. The food was fantastic. Complex dishes with delicate taste and density.

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