Megan Wray

Top 10 Plant-Based Take-Out Restaurants in New York City Spend just a day in New York City and you will soon find that it is one of the most vegan-friendly cities in the United States. From vegan versions of classic NYC staples like cheesecake and bagels with a nice cream cheese schmear to fresh new takes on street food and sushi, the options are endless. Here are some of our favorite take out options that we think you should check out the next time you find yourself in the Big Apple. 1. MTHR Vegan This funky restaurant has an eclectic vibe that makes you feel as if you have just stepped into a house party - but with incredible food. MTHR’s fully vegan menu includes eight lunch combos, wings, and tacos, but most importantly, it has an all-day brunch. To make things even sweeter, MTHR donates a portion of all its profits to Woodstock Farm Sanctuary.  2. Beyond Sushi The fish-free sushi rolls of your dreams can finally come true, courtesy of Beyond Sushi. The folks here are dedicated to providing accessible, high quality, healthy, plant-based sushi bites. Take the name literally - they go way beyond sushi, featuring items like spanakopita and chipotle seitan skewers on top of their innovative black rice sushi rolls. 3. Blossom Depending on where you find yourself in the city, you may have two very different experiences at Blossom. Their Ninth avenue location boasts a more intimate environment while their Columbus avenue dining adventure has a more open atmosphere complete with a full bar stocked with local drinks. 4. Peacefood Cafe Born out of the idea that peace begins on your plate, founders of Peacefood Cafe believe in spreading non-violence through delicious vegan food. From tasty pizzas and house-made focaccia to classic New York cheesecake, Peacefood is sure to enlighten people about the joys of plant-based eating. 5. Black Flamingo This Mexican restaurant marries classic with elegance in its unique menu that features more than just your standard meat substitutes. Black Flamingo deviates from the norm, offering dishes based around hearts of palm, oyster mushrooms, and jackfruit.  6. Champs Diner These are your standard American classics, but vegan. Champs reimagines popular food from across the United States in their plant-based forms featuring items like Philly cheesesteaks, chicken and waffles, patty melts, and others on their menu. 7. Candle Cafe It is all about nourishing, energizing plant-based foods that deliver in flavor and satisfaction at Candle Cafe. Bright, delicious dishes like the Cajun seitan sandwich are a staple here, but it is their extensive drink selection (with both boozy and non-alcoholic options) that sets them apart from others. 8. by Chloe It is easy to stumble across one of the nine by Chloe locations throughout New York City. Brought to you by Chloe Cascarelli, this restaurant makes wholesome meals feel new, fun, and delicious. Try their chicky chicky parm parm burger and finish it off with a sweet chocolate vegan donut. 9. Urban Vegan Kitchen Talk about comfort food. Urban Vegan Kitchen allows you to revisit all your childhood favorites, without animal cruelty. Try their Korean BBQ wings, Mac & Cheese, or chickpea tuna. If none of those are speaking to you, create your own bowl or burrito! 10. Modern Love As the name suggests, you can feel the love put into the dishes at this restaurant. Their colorful and high-end plating elevates classic dishes like fries mozzarella and kale Caesar salad. They say you eat with your eyes, and here you can be sure of it!