Vegan
American
Pizza
Fast food
Beer/Wine
Delivery
Take-out
Breakfast
Manhattan vegan restaurant and bar offering Southern style American comfort food like waffle & chickn, seitan and gravy, breakfast tofu scramble, buffalo pizza. Brunch till 4pm. Replaced Cafe Blossom in 2016. Black-owned. Reported closed January 2024.
180 Reviews
First Review by Jayness33
Walktell
Points +815
Iconic West Village Vegan Spot - Edit
I was first at UVK years ago and was sad to learn this location is going to close, we went here to get a 'last meal'!
Read moreIt's too bad this location is closing because the walls are just packed with cool photos, posters, NYC history and art, so much to look at! The people that work there are super nice & hip. We weren't too hungry because we had snacks not that long before so we just got a bowl of Potato Leek Soup and the Korean BBQ Wings small plate and a taste of our friends Chocolate Chip Tahini Cookie ice cream, it was all delicious! Try to get in before Jan 31st to savor one of best old school vegan restaurants of NYC! #Veganuary
Pros: Delicious vegan food, Cool decor, Friendly service
Cons: Closing permanently!
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NehaNataraj
Points +401
Delicious apps - Edit
1/14/24: We stopped in for apps and drinks in a large group of nonvegans. My partner and I ordered the crispy brussel sprouts and it was delicious! My partner also had the fried oyster mushroom and it was tasty. Hope to eat a proper meal here another time!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-01-15
Pros: Very tasty, Decor is super cute, great vibes
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immallama
Points +273
Good food, but expensive - Edit
Food was very good. Tastes unique!
Read morePrices are a bit high, but the staff is really nice and the space is cozy.
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Arya_adityan
Points +143
My most favorite! - Edit
I ate at Urban vegan kitchen before I turned vegan. It was one of the first experiences that made me serious consider being vegan. LOVE THEIR FOOD!
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Ameisherry
Points +8210
Thank you :) - Edit
Took my international friend here, she’s not vegan, and she did not know this is a vegan restaurant at all lol, she’s the one ask for pancake and waffle so I bring her here but then she orders the Korean vegan chicken and of course she did not know it’s vegan lol , she said she doesn’t want waffle but her body is honest …. She ate all the fruits on top of my waffle 😆😆😆🤣🤣🤣
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-12-18
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MMC
Points +279
Urban Vegan goes sub standard - Edit
Really upset about my recent visit to Urban Vegan Kitchen after many years supporting NYC vegan restaurants, vegan groups, animal rights groups and animal sanctuaries.
Read moreThe new management does not at all meet the same level of excellence in vegan cuisine and courtesy that the previous owners of UVK and Blossom worked hard to achieve. I recently visited for a Vegan Hang Out Team event and was met by the new owner who greeted me, said they were out of the daily special dinner for f vegan steak kebabs to an event with a RSVP on Facebook where I have know the Vegan NYC web organizers & many local vegans for many years.
The organizers say d that VHOT was just st a "social meet up group" and they do d not welcome me at all. I am a longtime supporter & reviewer at Happy Cow.
This is clearly a take over and not friendly to vegans or anyone interested in health and wellness. I ended up eating at Spunto Thin Crust Pizza - also on Carmine. Shame on the sham owners & Vegan groups that are globally spokespersons for healthy vegan & vegetarian options in NYC.
Updated from previous review on 2017-03-19
Pros: Same location at original UVK
Cons: Not professional restaurant , Not vegan or kind to customer , Very different from original concept of UVK
DaytonHarrell
Go to sleep
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zolete
Points +378
Great food, better staff! - Edit
Quiet and nice place, amazing cocktails options in the menu! Highly recommended!
Read moreMMC
Seriously?
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Fridaa
Points +82
Super nice place! - Edit
My favorite is the mac and cheese, lovely!
Read moreThe BLT is awesome as well.
The lasagne, the cauliflower, the cake and the scramble tofu plate is good.
Friendly staff, clean restaurant.
Updated from previous review on 2023-12-07
MMC
Oh yeah, you can fill up your Bio Fuel jets with all the oil you consumed.
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Galini
Points +3145
Amazing Mac n cheese - Edit
Delicious vegan Mac n cheese!! And the cauliflower is also great!! The staff is very polite!!
Read moreI loved it!!
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Mimi96
Points +192
Deliciously Bold - Edit
I recently dined at Urban Vegan Kitchen and tried their Dirty Queen Quesadilla. It was an absolute delight! The vegan twist on a classic quesadilla was executed flawlessly. The atmosphere in the restaurant was trendy and welcoming, making it a great place to enjoy a vegan meal.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-10-09
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SuppleVG
Points +343
Very good spot - Edit
Great spot with friendly (and vegan) staff.
Read moreHad a spicy burger with cashew cheese it was pretty good. Patty and French fries are homemade which is a must in the USA as it doesn’t happen that much.
Dessert was mud chocolate pie and was very very good (homemade too) but a bit too small (which was frustrating tbh)
I recommend this place !
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matse
Points +955
Great vibes and awesome food - Edit
This place has awesome food and very friendly staff. I also liked the decorations inside. This was also the best vegan lasagna I had in NYC.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-10-09
Pros: Great food, Friendly staff
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veganhubby
Points +1056
Wow - Edit
Perfect late night stop after a comedy show. Must have the Korean bbq wings. Soooo good! Rich Boy sandwich was pretty good but the Macn cheese was perfect. Low on beers for some reason. Had the mudslide dessert which was really tasty
Read morePros: Korean Wings , Macn cheese
Cons: No beer available
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ZeOtavio
Points +369
Loved the food! - Edit
Fully vegan place that you can have breakfast, brunch, lunch or have drinks... so truly an all-around option
Read moreI went for breakfast and ordered a half portion of scrambled tofu and the waffles. The waffles were ok (4 stars) but I love so much and it is so difficult to find vegan options that I was thrilled. The scrambled tofu was amazing (6 stars!).
Service was pretty good and they were happy to offer me a half portion of scrambled tofu, even though it was not explicit in the menu (and that allowed me to get the waffle).
Really worth the visit.
Updated from previous review on 2023-09-23
Pros: Fully vegan, Lots of different options, Tasty
Cons: There could be more options for breakfast, Few non-industrialized beverages, Just opens @ 10 am!
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ConsciousEntrepreneur
Points +212
THE BEST VEGAN COMFORT FOOD IN WEST VILLAGE! - Edit
In a nutshell: Satisfying Vegan comfort food with very amiable service and colorful drinks!
Read moreTHE GOOD
You always can find a seat, I've come at different times and even large group's always can find room. You can place the order yourself by scanning the menu, adding your credit/debit card, and picking from the menu. I've grown accustomed to that in some restaurants but, unless you have questions, the interaction with your server will be minimal which might or not be a plus for you. I will say my waiter tonight has always come with a smile and enthusiasm and even if we haven't chatted as much, I appreciate it even more. On my way in and back to the bathroom, the staff is always very courteous and always with a smile, a real one, not like in other places.
THE BEST
Try the mac and cheese, I had the salmon last time and the flavor and texture were on point. In a blind taste, I would challenge anyone to try this "cheese" dish and find out it's actually plant-based. The drinks... Perhaps was tonight's bartender but the drinks (The first, I ordered with Patron, and the second one with Don Julio) were kind of the weaker side, if I were you skip the cocktails and order wine or beer (Haven't had those myself but I reckon its a safer bet since bypasses the bartender) but by no means bad, just average you know? The ambiance is quite relaxed, very mixed crowd, it is a place not so much to immerse yourself but to socialize with friends or on a date, the music playlist is a take-it-or-leave-it situation. If you want Vegan comfort food that actually tastes like your good home-cooked well-seasoned ones, come here and treat yourself. LEAVE YOUR BELT AT HOME
Pros: Location, Flavors, Nice ambiance
Cons: Impersonal ordering
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johannes_1899
Points +778
Great food - Edit
Cozy atmosphere and friendly staff as well as great food
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MichaelWalker
Points +58
Solid confort food - Edit
Lots of options and variety. I tried a bowl to get a sample of things but regretted not getting the chick’un and waffles. The Korean wings have nice flavor. Definitely want to go back and try some different items. The BLT with avocado is a nice summer sandwich too!
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ricobabyface
Points +372
Very good - Edit
enjoyed chick un waffles. def worth it
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aanunez
Points +30
Just ok - Edit
It wasn't busy when I went. You have to do the QR order thing, don't love that. Despite ordering via an app I still got the wrong drink. Food was actually good, so not that bad.
Read morePros: Food isn't bad
Cons: Poor service , Order via app
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inkedupvegan
Points +141
Best vegan chick’n waffles and quesadilla - Edit
Fluffy waffles! The dirty green quesadilla was also mind bendingly delicious. The shiitake bacon was little crumbles but tasty too.
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adalea
Points +974
Delicious! - Edit
I thought the dishes were cool and yummy and it was the first time I had vegan shrimp.
Read morePros: All vegan
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Depvegan
Points +54
Lot of options. - Edit
Lots of things to choose from on the menu.
Read morePros: The chicken and waffles are great. , Stays open late and the ambience is good. , The location is cool for a good walk after.
Cons: May wait a wild for your food.
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DawnRice
Points +1103
Something for Everyone! - Edit
The selections on the menu will surely have something for everyone. I enjoyed their Belgian Waffle which was fluffy and covered in fresh fruit and maple syrup. So yummy! My husband, who had already eaten elsewhere, enjoyed a beer. He said it was amazing!
Read moreSome other menu items I considered and were recommended by the wait staff were the Buffalo Wings, Mac N' Cheese with shitake mushrooms added as a topper, and the Mississippi Mud Pie.
I'll be back!
Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner. Do note that on weekdays they open at 12 PM. Although they serve breakfast all day, this could throw a hiccup in your plans if you arrive at 10 AM.
Pros: Great selection of ALL VEGAN options, Breakfast ALL DAY! , Excellent & friendly service
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Evington
Points +2430
5* for the combination of food and originality. - Edit
Menu is American comfort food; it’s very well done. I had the seitan steaks for starter and chilly for the main course. The place has existed for 8 years and isn’t just a restaurant, they’re trying to create a community and spread the message. Decor is interesting - it has a grungy feel.
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JesusPeraza
Points +13
Smacked harder than Will Smith - Edit
Delicious dishes, great environment, and the best service despite getting there late for our reservation.
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CarolinaSoria
Points +807
Great comfort food - Edit
I had a very nice and comforting lunch in this place. Loved the vibe & decor, plus staff was very friendly. Food was great, definitely coming back when I visit NYC again!
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michiemei
Points +48
$2 extra for syrup - Edit
This was me and my fiancés first time here. I want to start off by saying that the food here was amazing and exceeded our expectations. Only problem we had was that when we asked for extra syrup the server that knew it was our first time didn’t inform us that the syrup was an $2 extra charge for only half the dipping cup that it came in. It came with 1 syrup for both of our waffles as you can see in the pic but when we asked for 1 extra side of syrup we were charged $2 without knowing for such a small amount. I had never been charged extra for syrup before. It wasn’t until after we were done eating we realized that it was charged onto the bill(we had to order ourselves and pay through a website) We just paid and left shocked by the fact that it was $2 for so little syrup and we weren’t even informed about it.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-01-23
Pros: delicious food
Cons: $2 extra charge for half the cup of syrup
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