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The 9 Best Michelin Star Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurants In NYC

There are plenty of Michelin Star vegan restaurants In NYC to choose from, and they’re all offering delicious options that will blow your mind. New York is the most populous city in the United States and with that title, it sure does deliver when it comes to its cuisine culture. Over the years, there has been a shift in the culinary world to accommodate people who aspire to eat cleaner.

Restaurants specializing in plant-based food have seen a significant rise, and some of these restaurants have managed to gain recognition as top Michelin Guide-recommended Michelin Star vegan restaurants in NYC. Whether you prefer eating Asian, Italian, or French cuisine, you’ll certainly find what you love at these vegan and vegetarian Michelin Star restaurants in NYC.

1. Eleven Madison Park – 3 Michelin Stars

Type Of Cuisine: Plant-Forward

Eleven Madison Park is the world’s highest awarded plant-based restaurant, having held 3 Michelin Stars since 2018 and named #1 in the World’s 50 Best Restaurants in 2017. During the pandemic, they made the bold shift to a plant-based tasting menu (8-10 courses, $350/pp). Whilst the jury is still out on whether this is the best plant-based tasting menu on the planet, some would argue it just might be.
Address: 138 Orchard St, New York, NY 10002
Operating Hours: 6 – 10PM, Tuesday to Saturday

2. Dirt Candy – Michelin Guide Recommendation

 

 
 
 
 
 
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Type Of Cuisine: Vegetarian

With a unique name such as Dirt Candy, it isn’t surprising that this vegetarian restaurant offers such delicious meals. Chef Amanda Cohen manages to show customers how amazing vegetables can be when prepared correctly. A speciality meal that is a broccoli hot dog, infused with warm broccoli kraut and a Carolina mustard sauce is a flavourful meal that’s fun and innovative. Their love for vegetables is not just for dinner, they also serve vegetable inspired desserts such as the triple-layer cauliflower cake with white icings.

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Address: 86 Allen St., 10002 New York
Operating Hours: 5:30 – 10PM, Tuesday to Saturday

3. Glasserie – Michelin Bib Gourmand Restaurant

 

 
 
 
 
 
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Type Of Cuisine: Middle Eastern

As the name suggests, Glasserie restaurant is situated in an old glass factory in the northern part of Greenpoint. Their Middle Eastern food includes a table-shared mezze feast that’s served with other small dishes. Their Executive Chef Yusuf Lovett favours working with organic and locally sourced ingredients.

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Address: 95 Commercial St, Greenpoint Brooklyn, Ny 11222
Operating Hours: 12:00-3PM & 5:30-9PM Monday to Thursday, 12:3PM & 5:30-10PM Friday,
11AM-4PM & 5:30-10PM Saturday, 11AM-4PM & 5:30-9PM Sunday

4. HanGawi – Michelin Bib Gourmand Restaurant

 

 
 
 
 
 
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Type Of Cuisine: Korean

HanGawi is a vegetarian-only restaurant that truly represents an authentic traditional Korean experience, with its own modern twist. Everything about the restaurant is unique, with its no shoe policy, low traditional tables and serene ambience and meditative music. HanGawi’s philosophy is to make healthy food delicious for all, in order to keep the body balanced. Expect to enjoy plenty of freshly grown green vegetables, radishes, carrots, and potatoes.

Address: 12 East 32nd Street, New York, NY 10016
Operating Hours: 5-9:30PM Monday to Thursday

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5. 232 Bleecker – Michelin Recommended For Commitment To Sustainable Gastronomy

Type Of Cuisine: American, Vegetarian

Chef Suzanne Cupps is the Head Chef of 232 Bleecker, which is situated at the West Village. The restaurant is intimate enough to allow the chef to interact with customers on a personal level. They have an enormous wood-burning hearth which allows visitors to enjoy their bright salads, flavourful pasta and dishes that are vegetable-forward. Some of the meals to try is their Koginut squash that’s paired with a black barely salad and a creamy pepita mole.
Address: 232 Bleecker St., New York, 10014
Operating Hours: 12-3PM, 5-10PM Tuesday to Sunday

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6. AbcV – 1 Micheling Star Chef Jean-Georges

 

 
 
 
 
 
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Type Of Cuisine: Vegetarian

abcV is found inside the flagship showroom of the ABC Carpet & Home. The restaurant prides itself in offering elevated vegetarian cuisine in a space that’s beautifully minimalistic. The clean space, with bursts of bright colours has an open kitchen, which allows for a happy and inviting scenery. Their menu is detailed with options ranging from green chickpea hummus, served with emmer wheat pita, to refreshing crudités. abcV’s Pastry Chef Karen DeMasco’s vegan chocolate cake is a must.
Address: 38 E. 19th St., New York, 10003
Operating Hours: 12 – 3PM, 5 – 11PM, Monday – Friday, 11AM – 3PM, 5 -11PM Saturday and Sunday

7. Avant Garden – Michelin Recommended For Commitment To Sustainable Gastronomy

 

 
 
 
 
 
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Type Of Cuisine: Vegan

Avant Garden is located in the East Village, and they are a true testament of breaking the stereotype that vegan and vegetation food have to imitate meat. Their goal is to serve each dish as uniquely as possible to bring out its own ingredient’s personality. This upscale restaurant knows what its selling point is, and they do it quite impressively.

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Address: 130 E 7th St, New York, NY, 10009
Operating Hours: 5-11PM Tuesday to Sunday

8. Blossom – Michelin Guide Recommendation

Type Of Cuisine: Vegan & Vegetarian

Blossom offers a long menu that’s filled with inventive organic vegan food which are carefully crafted with attention to detail. The restaurant itself is stunning, filled with earthy tones that bring out a relaxed and comfortable setting. Meals to try at Blossom are their Seitan Piccanta, Tofu BLT and BBQ jackfruit.

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Address: 507 Columbus Ave, New York, NY, 10024
Operating Hours: 12 – 9PM Daily

9. Double Zero – Michelin Bib Gourmand Restaurant

 

 
 
 
 
 
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Type Of Cuisine: Vegan

Matthew Kenny is a plant-based food guru and his vision for the restaurant was to create a space where vegans and vegetarians can simply enjoy. The chef describes Double Zero as crafting the future of food. The restaurant is strictly vegan, with no dairy or meat served. On the menu, expect to find low-gluten pizza, sweet potato cavatelli and a vegan cheese plate. If you are one to enjoy plant-based cuisine, Double Zero offers that and a lot more.

Address: 65 Second Ave., New York, 10003
Operating Hours: 12-11PM Sunday to Thursday, 12PM-12AM Friday & Saturday

One thing’s for sure, there’s no shortage of amazing Michelin Guide recommended and Michelin star vegan restaurant NYC options!

Krisza February 16, 2023

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