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Best Vegetarian Restaurants in New York for Summer 2026

FeaturedUpdated August 18, 2026

Best Vegetarian Restaurants in New York for Summer 2026 highlights 10 places in New York, including Dirt Candy, Superiority Burger, and Spicy Moon East Village. Find photos, tips, and booking options for your visit.

Best Vegetarian Restaurants in New York for Summer 2026
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10 stops to try

Dirt Candy — best vegetarian restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Dirt Candy

Vegetarian86 Allen StHours & contact
(212) 228-7732
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
5:30–10:30 PM
Wednesday
5:30–10:30 PM
Thursday
5:30–10:30 PM
Friday
5:30–10:30 PM
Saturday
5:30–10:30 PM
Sunday
Closed

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Dirt Candy gives New York a vegetarian stop built around vegetarian vegetable dish, vegetarian plates, and casual lunches, with a practical fit for vegetarian meals.

Dirt Candy at 86 Allen St works for vegetarian meals when you want vegetarian vegetable dish, vegetarian plates, and casual lunches. Keep it in the mix for casual lunches or group dinners, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Perfect for

vegetarian meals, casual lunches, group dinners

Best on Friday dinner after 6pm

Superiority Burger — best vegetarian restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Superiority Burger

Vegetarian119 Avenue AHours & contact
(212) 339-7425
Monday
12–9:30 PM
Tuesday
5–10:30 PM
Wednesday
5–10:30 PM
Thursday
5–10:30 PM
Friday
12–11:30 PM
Saturday
11 AM–11:30 PM
Sunday
11 AM–9:30 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Superiority Burger gives New York a vegetarian stop built around vegetarian dish, broccoli, and table spread, with a practical fit for vegetarian meals.

Superiority Burger at 119 Avenue A works for vegetarian meals when you want vegetarian dish, broccoli, and table spread. Keep it in the mix for casual lunches or group dinners, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Perfect for

vegetarian meals, casual lunches, group dinners

Best on Friday dinner after 6pm

Spicy Moon East Village — best vegetarian restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Spicy Moon East Village

Vegan328 E 6th StHours & contact
(646) 429-8471
Monday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Friday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM–10 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Spicy Moon East Village gives New York a vegetarian stop built around vegan dish, sichuan food, and mapo tofu, with a practical fit for vegetarian meals.

Spicy Moon East Village at 328 E 6th St works for vegetarian meals when you want vegan dish, sichuan food, and mapo tofu. Keep it in the mix for casual lunches or group dinners, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Perfect for

vegetarian meals, casual lunches, group dinners

Best on Friday dinner after 6pm

Hangawi — best vegetarian restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Hangawi

Vegan12 E 32nd StHours & contact
(212) 213-0077
Monday
5–9:30 PM
Tuesday
5–9:30 PM
Wednesday
5–9:30 PM
Thursday
5–9:30 PM
Friday
5–9:30 PM
Saturday
1–9:30 PM
Sunday
1–9:30 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Hangawi gives New York a vegetarian stop built around plant-based plates, plant based, and bibimbap, with a practical fit for vegetarian meals.

Hangawi at 12 E 32nd St works for vegetarian meals when you want plant-based plates, plant based, and bibimbap. Keep it in the mix for casual lunches or group dinners, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Perfect for

vegetarian meals, casual lunches, group dinners

Best on Friday dinner after 6pm

Spicy Moon West Village — best vegetarian restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Spicy Moon West Village

Vegan68 W 3rd StHours & contact
(646) 590-1390
Monday
11:30 AM–10:30 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM–10:30 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM–10:30 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM–10:30 PM
Friday
11:30 AM–12 AM
Saturday
11:30 AM–12 AM
Sunday
11:30 AM–10:30 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Spicy Moon West Village gives New York a vegetarian stop built around vegetarian vegetable dish, vegetarian plates, and casual lunches, with a practical fit for vegetarian meals.

Spicy Moon West Village at 68 W 3rd St works for vegetarian meals when you want vegetarian vegetable dish, vegetarian plates, and casual lunches. Keep it in the mix for casual lunches or group dinners, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Perfect for

vegetarian meals, casual lunches, group dinners

Best on Friday dinner after 6pm

Spicy Moon Chelsea — best vegetarian restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Spicy Moon Chelsea

Vegan232 8th AveHours & contact
(917) 388-3198
Monday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Friday
11:30 AM–12 AM
Saturday
11:30 AM–12 AM
Sunday
11:30 AM–10 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Spicy Moon Chelsea serves up plant-based Chinese and Szechuan plates.

This cozy Chelsea spot is a haven for lovers of Szechuan cuisine, with a menu that's entirely plant-based. The dishes are packed with the bold flavors and spices that define Chinese cuisine, making it worth the trip for those seeking a meatless yet flavorful meal.

Perfect for

Spice lovers, casual dinners, plant-based Chinese

Go dinner for a spicy, satisfying meal.

Soda Club — best vegetarian restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Soda Club

Restaurant95 Avenue AHours & contact
(833) 328-4588
Monday
5 PM–12 AM
Tuesday
5 PM–12 AM
Wednesday
5 PM–12 AM
Thursday
5 PM–12 AM
Friday
5 PM–1 AM
Saturday
5 PM–1 AM
Sunday
5–11 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Soda Club gives New York a vegetarian stop built around vegetarian vegetable dish, pasta, and pizza, with a practical fit for vegetarian meals.

Soda Club at 95 Avenue A works for vegetarian meals when you want vegetarian vegetable dish, pasta, and pizza. Keep it in the mix for casual lunches or group dinners, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Perfect for

vegetarian meals, casual lunches, group dinners

Best on Friday dinner after 6pm

The Original Buddha Bodai Kosher Vegetarian Restaurant 佛菩提 — best vegetarian restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

The Original Buddha Bodai Kosher Vegetarian Restaurant 佛菩提

Vegetarian5 Mott StHours & contact
(212) 566-8388
Monday
11 AM–9:30 PM
Tuesday
11 AM–9:30 PM
Wednesday
11 AM–9:30 PM
Thursday
11 AM–9:30 PM
Friday
11 AM–9:30 PM
Saturday
10 AM–9:30 PM
Sunday
10 AM–9:30 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

The Original Buddha Bodai Kosher Vegetarian Restaurant 佛菩提 gives New York a vegetarian stop built around dim sum, dumplings, and chinese, with a practical fit for vegetarian meals.

The Original Buddha Bodai Kosher Vegetarian Restaurant 佛菩提 at 5 Mott St works for vegetarian meals when you want dim sum, dumplings, and chinese. Keep it in the mix for casual lunches or group dinners, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Perfect for

vegetarian meals, casual lunches, group dinners

Best on Friday dinner after 6pm

Wild — best vegetarian restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Wild

Gluten-free535 Hudson StHours & contact
(212) 929-2920
Monday
11 AM–10:30 PM
Tuesday
11 AM–10:30 PM
Wednesday
11 AM–10:30 PM
Thursday
11 AM–10:30 PM
Friday
11 AM–11 PM
Saturday
10 AM–11 PM
Sunday
10 AM–10:30 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Wild gives New York a vegetarian stop built around salad, vegetarian dish, and vegetarian plates, with a practical fit for vegetarian meals.

Wild at 535 Hudson St works for vegetarian meals when you want salad, vegetarian dish, and vegetarian plates. Keep it in the mix for casual lunches or group dinners, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Perfect for

vegetarian meals, casual lunches, group dinners

Best on Friday dinner after 6pm

Urban Vegan Kitchen — best vegetarian restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Urban Vegan Kitchen

Restaurant265 W 23rd StHours & contact
(646) 438-9939
Monday
11 AM–10 PM
Tuesday
11 AM–10 PM
Wednesday
11 AM–10 PM
Thursday
11 AM–10 PM
Friday
11 AM–11 PM
Saturday
10 AM–11 PM
Sunday
10 AM–10 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Urban Vegan Kitchen serves organic vegan comfort food with cocktails and mocktails.

In the heart of the West Village, Urban Vegan Kitchen delivers on all fronts with its hearty vegan comfort food. The intimate setting makes it perfect for a cozy meal, and the menu spans Southern classics to Mexican-inspired dishes. The cocktails and mocktails add a fun twist to the experience.

Perfect for

Comfort food cravings, casual dates, intimate gatherings

Go dinner for a comforting end to the day.