New York vegan restaurant in the neighborhood of Chelsea. Fine dining with menu featuring blossom pouch and black eyed pea cake, porcini crusted seitan filet, and pumpkin gnocci, and other gourmet vegan cuisine. Brunch is served on weekends. Chic elegant interior with a fireplace and antique-style banquette. Reservations recommended. Reported closed July 2020.
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187 9th Ave (at Midtown/Chelsea, Manhattan), New York City, New York, USA, 10011
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140 Reviews
First Review by cassius
NSmoke
Points +130
daaaaaammmmnnn - Edit
The food is absolutely way too delicious! I had the Cape Cod Cakes, Trumpet Mushroom Scallops and Raw Passion Fruit Mousse! Those scallops literally are the end of me. I need them in my life every day. I don't know how I'll be able to go on without them. I live in LA!! 😭
Read morePros: food, atmosphere, service
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Cijip
Points +43
great food, service and atmosphere - Edit
Vegan food with full dining experience
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KaitlynnGill
Points +1639
Bliss in Chelsea - Edit
What can I say. They hit it out of the park every time. My non vegan bf loved it too. Had the fried pickles, special empanadas, sietan piccata and tiramisu and strawberry milkshake!
Read morePros: Romantic, Can't order wrong , Ambiance
Cons: Small menu
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KarlaO
Points +254
Great brunch - Edit
Love the food! Have had brunch and dinner and have not been disappointed.
Read morePros: Nice staff, Nice brunch crowd
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Miio Seppaenen
Points +279
hip/high class restaurant - Edit
this place is a bit fancier price wise as well as food quality, consider massaging your taste buds here and pay accordingly! if you are looking for really nice dinner place you may book a table beforehand and enjoy your evening here, but just for quality food there is a lot cheaper and more easygoing places to choose from in NYC - maybe this is just me and when i grow up ill come back and rate this place heavenly! ( :
Read morePros: delicious food, nice staff, the place to go to enjoy dinner
Cons: pricey, crowded
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jojunior
Points +17
Excellent choice! - Edit
Amazing burger! Best vegan food I've ever eat. The desert was very good as well.
Read morePros: excellent food, good environment, excellent service
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GMUGrad2002
Points +267
Happy birthday to me! - Edit
My family (non-vegans) let me pick the restaurant while we are visiting NYC. After looking at many sites and reviews I picked Blossom. So happy I did!
Read moreThey had fried pickles, salads, and sides. I had the lasagna. So yummy!!
We each had a different dessert to share. Favorites were the apple cobbler and chocolate ganache. They brought mine with a candle and the whole restaurant joined in as my daughters sang "Happy Birthday!"
I left very happy!
Pros: lasagna , chocolate ganache
Cons: no kids menu
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DavidFournier
Points +231
Simply the best vegan restaurant in NYC - Edit
We've tried them all in NYC: Candle 79, Dirt Candy, Modern Love, Eats by Chloe, Champs Diner, V Note, etc. But year and after year, we come back to Blossom Restaurant. That's always where we have the best experience, the best food and the best memories. Check it out next time you are in NYC. Everything on the menu is fantastic.
Read morePros: relaxed atmosphere, high quality refined food without pretention, great friendly service
Cons: none
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Kittybiscuit
Points +9927
Nice food - Edit
I came here as a birthday treat. We had an entree, main and dessert. The service was quick and the waiter was helpful.
Read moreI enjoyed all of the options but I didn't think that any were incredible and I've had nicer vegan meals in NYC for half the price. I thought the servings were small too although dessert was fine.
Cons: expensive
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redsox
Points +112
Elegant restaurant with delicious food - Edit
Had lunch on a Tuesday and got the last table, so probably good to book in advance. The place serves delicious food - try the Cashew Cream Ravioli, it's amazing! The lasagna and quiona salad were also really good. A bit pricy but higly recommend this place.
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YuvalMonster
Points +642
Really enjoyed it - Edit
The place is not so big and the atmosphere is great. Very cozy and gave me a positive feeling. The staff was very nice, the portions were very big so it was worth the price.
Read morePros: Big portions, Good atmosphere, Friendly staff
Cons: Expensive
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dkinjer
Points +305
One of the things I like to come to New York for - Edit
Blossom Vegan Restaurant (9th Avenue Chelsea) is among the best vegan restaurants in the world. I like traveling to big cities, and one of the things I like to do is try different vegan and vegetarian restaurants. I don't think any city in the world has the choice of quality vegan restaurants that New York City does (I don't mean falafel joints, fast food places, juice bars, and the like, or those health places that serve you a bowl of grain and beans or stewed vegetables - I mean creative attractive cooking). And in New York City, there are several excellent vegan restaurants, Blossom being among them. Given that I have to restrict the carbohydrates I eat, I am, nevertheless challenged to find what to select from the menu, but I ended up choosing two first courses, rather than a main, and enjoyed them very much, and I got to try different dishes that way. One of them was the raw zucchini rolatini, which was tasty and served beautifully. The service was excellent, as well.
Read morePros: Upscale chef-quality food, All vegan, Excellent service
Cons: Somewhat expensive, Would like more low carbohydrate choices
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kenvegan
Points +13513
Pretty Good Lasagna - Edit
I finally got the chance to have lunch at what I was told was one of the top vegan restaurants in New York City.My waitress was very kind and helpful.After carefully looking at the menu, I decided on the lasagna. The portion size was perfect for me, as I was hungry. I thought it was good, but I have had better vegan lasagnas. I felt it was a bit too heavy and I think it would have been much better had they put tomato sauce all over the dish. I did enjoy the taste.I'll have to try the other dishes when I go back.
Read morePros: nice atmosphere
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anibene
Points +164
nice atmosphere, but the food..... - Edit
Nice atmosphere, good service, but the food is not at the level of the cost. We had a autumn tower with tempeh well balanced but the cauliflower au poivre (suggested by waiter because daily fresh) was totally untaste with cauliflower not cooked at all (I love not too cooked vegetables but when is not cuttable with a knife becomes umbarassing) and out of sense (heavy oiled) french fries; cost = $25! Last but not least berries with cream with berries more cooked (because not fresh) than cauliflower. it's lost opportunity. Pitty.
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CharlotteC49
Points +133
Fake meat... - Edit
I treated myself to a meal here last summer, it was a bit pricey for me but I did enjoy most of my meal, but again the menu is very heavy on the seitan/ soy side for me, I couldn't really find a dish without it and I don't really enjoy the meaty texture to my food so that was a tad disappointing. I really enjoyed the kale and mash potato, which were very heavy due to the truffle oil, but I enjoyed the slightly unhealthy treat and they most definitely delivered on the flavour side for me, but I didn't really touch the seitan part of the meal, gave it a try, but it's really not for me, really enjoyed the starter and dessert I had though! I'd recommend it for a evening out and the atmosphere was just right.. Especially for a date night! ☺
Read morePros: Lovely atmosphere, Date night written all over it
Cons: Too much fake meat for me, Bit pricey
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veggylvr
Points +350
Vegan but not the healthiest - Edit
I wanted to love this place, as I'm always supportive of vegan restaurants. I'm a Happy Cow ambassador, so whenever I'm in a different city, I love trying different vegan/vegetarian places. Blossom has a nice atmosphere, though tables are a little tight. I follow a low fat, plant-based diet and was hoping that the chef might be able to make me something without oil. However, the server was very clear that all their main dishes have a lot of oil in them. They even put oil in their mashed potatoes! They steamed me some bland greens, and I ordered the potatoes anyway because I was really craving them, but they were so full of "truffle oil" that they were inedible (why ruin mashed potatoes by putting oil in them?) From the dishes I observed being served, this is the equivalent of a vegan greasy spoon diner - fatty and fried comfort foods made meatless. If you just want to have a meatless meal, it'll probably be fine for you. But if you're looking for something healthier, better go elsewhere. It's disappointing because one would hope that vegan/vegetarian restaurants would offer healthier, low fat options.
Read morePros: Vegan , Nice Atmosphere, Good service
Cons: Unhealthy food, Expensive
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bilby
Points +326
worth a night out - Edit
We had the appetizer plate which is suggested for 2 but in fact was enough for 4, plus a main each and a drink. With tip it came to about $50 a head so that's the range you are looking at for what is a good quality restaurant. I think some of the main course dishes could be a little more adventurous but frankly there is plenty here to keep just about anyone interested. Not the kind of place I'd eat at every week but certainly worth it for a night out.
Read morePros: pleasant atmosphere, good range of starters
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AP
Points +164
Very soy and gluten based adorable place. - Edit
I was going for vegan, gluten free and soy free and my options were limited to curried lentils and sweet potato gnocchi. Both okay, but not calling me back. Berries with cream had an amazing subtle flavor mixed in. I'm giving it a four because the couple next to me really seemed to be enjoying all of their dishes and the restaurant is tiny and adorable.
Read morePros: their menu is labeled, so you always know what pot
Cons: wish they expanded their menu beyond soy and glute
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veganin2014
Points +133
good lunch! - Edit
Stopped in for a late lunch with 2 non-vegan family members. They both had the Soy Bacon Cheeseburger and fries - and said it was very good. I had the Tofu BLT which was delicious. A little pricey lunch but it was good food.
Read moreWaiter was very nice
Pros: Good Food, Cute atmosphere
Cons: pricey for lunch
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TracyV600
Points +190
great staff, average food - Edit
Waitress was fantastic, but the food was not as great. We ordered the eggplant parmigiana which was delicious however we had to send it back because it was ice cold in the middle. They made another but it was still cold in the middle :-; not sure why. Also ordered a sampler of four sides that were only average (curried sweet potato, truffle mashed potato, escarole and beans and garlic tofu.
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MelanieLennie
Points +51
great place for dinner - Edit
Dinner was delicious... We started with the zucchini rollatini which was to die for! I had the special of the night which was a lobster and trumpet mushroom risotto and my husband got the lasagna... Would def recommend the latter. To finish we had the lemon cheesecake which was nice and plenty to share.... Overall very good but a bit on the pricey side.
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kelskris
Points +82
Wonderful! - Edit
The food was absolutely wonderful! I had the
Read moresouthern seitan sandwich. Great atmosphere and friendly staff as well - I highly recommend it.
Pros: Excellent food, Friendly staff, Nice vibe
Cons: Pricey
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Richard Myers
Points +770
We all enjoyed that meal big time - Edit
It would be difficult to say anything negative about this eating experience. There were four of us and we all ordered something different and there were many choices. One of us has a nut allergy and it was good to see the nut free items marked. Despite the large bill, we left feeling it was all worth the great food adventure.
Read morePros: Great food, Great service
Cons: A touch loud
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JustineHsu
Points +114
Best vegan restaurant in NYC - Edit
I have eaten at quite a few vegan restaurants on my NYC trip, Blossom was the best. I took a meat eater who was skeptical about vegan food here and he absolutely loved the food. I will definitely return!
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teafour2
Points +221
Pricey but great - Edit
We were on holiday and had so much great vegan food in NYC, but Blossom was the best. Yes it was pricey, but we had 3 courses and beer and port, and we just don't have that choice or quality locally. The food reminded me of French style cuisine. Everything vegan, everything tasted exceptional and I can't tell you how many years it's been since I had Tiramisu.
Read morePros: everything vegan, Really high end style food
Cons: Expensive, Small restaurant
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robpaterson
Points +221
Hands Down One of My Favorite Vegan Restaurants - Edit
I have been vegan for eighteen years and have been to a lot of vegan and vegetarian restaurants, and I consider this to be one of the top five vegan in the country, and one of the top ten in the world.
Read moreHowever, I don't think every dish is a 10 out of 10. As with any restaurant, even the best ones, certain dishes will appeal to some and not others. My wife had the Feijoadinha With Smokey Tempeh, which was quite good, but for me, not nearly as good as the outstanding Port WIne Seitan dish. Having said that, Blossom's worst dishes, are much better than most restaurant's best.
Their salads are excellent: fresh, perfectly balanced, the desserts are excellent as well. All in all, one of the best vegan restaurants in the United States, and in the world.
Pros: Exquisite Food, Nice Ambience
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MuK-UK
Points +262
Tip top! - Edit
I think if I could only eat in one NY restaurant on my visits, it would probably be Blossom.
Read moreThe food is truly delicious.
Pros: Excellent, varied menu, Fantastic sauces
Cons: Not cheap but worth it, Busy, best to book
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