Vegan
American
Take-out
Catering
Breakfast
Vegan restaurant with an extensive menu of breakfast selections, combination plates, salads, burgers, sandwiches, specials, and beverages. Lunch prices are moderate, dinner entrees are a bit more. Est. since the 2000s, moved here in 2010, and became fully vegan in 2013. Open Tue-Sun 11:00am-9:00pm.
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1000 Main St, Belmar, New Jersey, USA, 07719
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127 Reviews
First Review by myboyfriendisdead
Jeffspotts
Points +140
Unbelievable options - Edit
We have never been to a vegan place with sooooo many amazing options! We are here for 3 days and had 3 meals at Kaya’s. Everything we ate was so delicious. We plan to come back just to try more of the menu.
Read morePros: Delicious options, Desserts, Staff so nice!
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LadyLibrarian
Points +26
Great variety, taste, and service - Edit
Jersey doesn't have a lot of fully vegan restaurants and those open for dinner are even fewer. Still - Kaya's Kitchen is a high quality vegan restaurant not to be missed, if you enjoy plant-based food. My partner and I love breakfast food at all hours so were very glad they serve breakfast all day. We each had a vegan take on the Jersey pork roll. It was absolutely delicious and the home fries were cooked nicely as well. I had a delicious, earthy fresh juice - Jungle Boost. Desserts were tasty too, though I felt like my Tiramisu could have used a little more coffee flavor. The cream was one of the best vegan creams I've ever had. There are some gluten free dessert options too. The staff was extremely friendly and good vibes all around. I will be frequenting this restaurant a lot in future. Looks like they do a lot of takeout as well, if you don't have time to sit and enjoy in the restaurant.
Read morePros: Variety of menu, Friendly staff, Open for dinner
Cons: Needs more coffee in the tiramisu
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ChrisRodrig
Points +74
One my favs - Edit
Everything I tried has been delicious. Friendly service. Great atmosphere and decor.
Read morePros: The food..esp seitan ribs and soups, Service/atmosphere/location
Cons: Closed Mondays:/, I live in north Jersey so can't get there enough
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Eatmorefruit
Points +137
Really delicious food, friendly staff, and extensive GF options - Edit
I drove 30 mins out of the way to come here and it did not disappoint! Excellent menu, lots of great options for everyone. The buffalo cauliflower wings were perfect and the tempeh Rueben was very good. Hand cut fries were also amazing. Service was good and staff were all very nice. Vibe of the restaurant is cool too. I would definitely come back here again and try something new.
Read morePros: Gluten free options
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JessicaMcClain
Points +135
Must try!!! - Edit
This was soooo good. We will be back. There are so many things to try. Greeted with a friendly host. Service was excellent and fast. I had the Oyster Po Boy and damnnnnnnnn it was 🤤. The fries were thicker than I typically like but they were good!! So happy to have discovered this place!!!
Read morePros: Service, Taste, Quantity
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Opsendo
Points +26
Good Vegan Find! - Edit
Loved the outdoor seating. So many menu options! Tried the quesadilla with ground seitan. Delicious! Definitely will be back!
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JasmijnLaseur
Points +409
I really wanted to love this place - Edit
But I just couldn’t. The staff was nice. The food was nothing special. We had the seitan stroganoff and the pierogi. It did not taste bad or anything, but it was quite bland. However, the hibiscus ice tea I got was horrible. I went with non-vegans who did not enjoy their time there at all.
Read morePros: Nice staff
Cons: Bland food
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Goldensmile25
Points +109
Kaya's Kitchen - Edit
Was welcomed with a smile as soon as I opened the door.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-02-15
Pros: The staff was friendly , Clean store
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MarkJobs
Points +30
Excellent - Edit
Everything we tried was very tasty, especially the buffalo cauliflower. Portions were generous with so many options. Excited to go back and try more!
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CinnamonGoil
Points +212
Always Amazing! - Edit
Got the oyster po’boy, as it never disappoints! The sauce they put on it is , mmm… chefs kiss!!!! 🤌🏻
Read morePros: Crispy mushrooms and fries ♡, Fast delivery, Always vegan
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clairee
Points +218
A little disappointed - Edit
The first time I came here, I got the cheesesteak and it was really good. This time, I got the bbq drumsticks, french dipper, and mac and cheese. The french dipper was very good, but the fries it came with didn't have much flavor and seemed overcooked. It seemed to me like the oil may not have been at the optimal temperature. The bbq drumsticks came with mashed potatoes and vegetables, all of which were decent, but the vegetables didn't have much flavor (but I didn't really mind this because I like the taste of the vegetables themselves). The mac and cheese was the most disappointing. It reminded me of daiya mac and cheese, but with less flavor. The mac and cheese we got looked different from the pictures we saw online, so I'm not sure if they changed the recipe. I would go back to try some of the other items, but I'm disappointed this visit wasn't as good as the last one.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-08-08
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Isphynxso
Points +160
2nd time here!!!! Sooo good! - Edit
All vegan, so many entree n dessert options that it’s hard to choose!
Read morePros: Taste, Options, Location
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bfigs04
Points +250
Never a bad meal! - Edit
A childhood favorite restaurant of mine
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irlmonkey
Points +43
best vegan food in new jersey! - Edit
love love love this place! finding vegan and gluten free food in nj is pretty difficult but the options at this place are so good so it’s pretty much the only place my husband and i go to. i’ve tried a few things but my favorites are the tempeh reuben and the grilled tofu steak with *the best* mashed potatoes. the portions are pretty decent also, every time i order the tofu steak i have enough left over for another meal. i wish they had some more gluten free options but what they do have is really great!
Read morePros: big portions, friendly staff, mashed potatoes
Cons: not as many gf options as i’d like, some things are a little pricey, fries aren’t gluten free :(
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VeganSquirrels
Points +60
The Best Vegan Restaurant on the Jersey Shore - Edit
Can’t say enough about the delicious vegan food from Kaya’s Kitchen!  So many amazing choices that it’s hard to decide, however, my absolute favorite is their Philly cheesesteak! Sooooo good!
Read moreWe visit Kaya’s Kitchen at least twice when we are on vacation. Can’t wait till May to have another cheesesteak!
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ashleyy
Points +244
Simply the best!!! - Edit
Kaya’s kitchen was the first place I tried when I went vegan over 10 years ago and I’ve been hooked ever since! I love their Mac & cheese, French onion soup & Hungarian perogies. A vegan MUST try place!
Read morePros: Completely vegan , Amazing staff, Yummy food
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diggs1984
Points +14
Consistent - Edit
Buddha's Dream and falafel are so so good.
Read morePros: Service, Atmosphere, Menu
Cons: So good I'm gonna go broke
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carsurmo
Points +15
Rocky Mountain Stew 10/10 - Edit
Kaya’s never disappoints. My go-to order was Miso Soup, Salad, Buffalo Tempeh…until I tried the Rocky Mountain Stew! The Rocky Mountain Stew is so flavorful and filling. If you are portion controlling, you will have left overs (if you can stop yourself from eating it all)!!!
Read morePros: Pick up order always hot, Ingredients , Great variety
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Thetofuguy
Points +164
Best vegan restaurant on the shore - Edit
This might be the best restaurant on the Jersey Shore. Friendly staff and wide selection of vegan food. The portions are very big. We tried the Kaya’s Combo and the quesadilla. 10/10
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jwoods44
Points +38
Fantastic - Edit
All vegan menu. Food was absolutely delicious. I got the seitan steak and my bf got the tempeh and seitan buffalo wings. We also had the bbq seitan ribs for an appetizer and we loved all of it. We sat outside and was attended to constantly. The kitchen was very busy with orders so they warned us the food may take a little longer but we didn't mind and it was well worth the wait. We had their local coffee after our meal which was very tasty as well. The service was great and our server gave us coffee on the house when she learned that it was my birthday which was very sweet. Whenever I am in the area I will definitely be back! Highly highly recommend.
Read morePros: Delicious Food, Great Service, Appealing Atmosphere
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mbabec
Points +190
Food was fantastic - Edit
They have an incredible menu it was hard to choose. Ended up getting Buffalo cauliflower and tofu burger and it was outstanding!
Read morePros: Clean, Friendly , Reasonable priced
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janicecause4
Points +92
Wonderful place - Edit
The staff was friendly and helpful. The food was amazing. Had a fried oyster mushroom poor boy and the potato salad. Atmosphere is warm and comfortable.
Read morePros: Staff, Options
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sarahl1219
Points +28
Incredible! - Edit
Best vegan wrap I've ever had! Flavors were delicious!
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pinkysinclair
Points +49
Always mmm - Edit
Everything I get from Kaya’s is always delicious. My faves are the Soul Seitan and gyro. I mostly order takeout, but the restaurant service is friendly and quick whenever we dine in. This is a great place for vegans and non-vegans alike, as there is a huge menu with plenty of delicious options.
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heatherlavayen
Points +47
Extensive menu - Edit
We ate at Kaya's Kitchen while visiting NJ and had a great experience. Very nice atmosphere with a very extensive menu and a lot of variety. We were with a group who tried a number of different dishes which were all delicious. The only one not loved was the Mac & cheese because it tasted sweet rather than savory. We'll definitely be back on our next visit!
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monfis2
Points +18
Awesome place! - Edit
My wife and I went there yesterday. We loved it. Lots of clean food options.
Read morePros: I like the fact that it's 100% plant based., We liked the clean food options., Very cozy with nice decor.
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sevkoci
Points +97
Love this place so much - Edit
They have everything! My favorites are the buffalo tofu, Mac n cheese and the vegan fried chicken sandwich. And for dessert the peanut butter chocolate bomb cake!
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