The Queens Vegan Dining Guide
May we present the ultimate guide to vegan dining spots around the borough. Here are 16 suggestions that should leave you full and happy, with no animals harmed in the process.
Bareburger
Why We Love It: The Astoria-born organic burger chain now needs no introduction; however, any list of vegan options must pay homage to this joint that offers not just one, but two vegan burger patties and clearly...
District Saigon
Why We Love It: For pho, an essential meal throughout the year, or excellently acidic pickled mango summer rolls, head to this family-owned and family operated Vietnamese eatery that takes veggie options very...
Flattopps
Why We Love It: It’s another Astoria burger joint, yet it’s become an essential. From the owners of Queens Comfort, this wacky, colorful restaurant also specializes in comfort food, but they’ve made a point of...
Xi’an Famous Foods
Why We Love It: This now-super-famous northwestern Chinese chain has spread into Manhattan and Brooklyn, bringing the cuisine of its namesake city to everyone who craves a tasty plate of noodles for lunch. You can go...
King of Falafel & Shawarma
Why We Love It: A list of vegan recommendations can’t leave out falafel, and Astoria has one of the best around in King of Falafel. The brick-and-mortar has followed the insanely popular truck and cart, and their...
Ayada Thai
Why We Love It: Do you like your veggies and tofu spicy? You’re in luck! Ayada Thai in Elmhurst can make things very, very hot while maintaining a ton of flavor. From the fried tofu with chili and peanut sauce...
Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao
From Alicia Kennedy's article "No Animals Were Harmed..."
"On your next trip to Flushing (perhaps after you’ve digested the noodles...
Jujube Tree
Why We Love It: At Jujube Tree, everything is vegan. The Astoria staple goes pan-Asian in style, with a lot of mock meat in their expansive main entrees (like General Tso’s soy protein) and rice bowls. They have a...
Seva
Why We Love It: “For standard North Indian dishes, Seva is a Manhattan-beater,” says Greer, “with amazing aromas and my favorite coriander chutney.” Every vegan option on the menu is clearly marked with a...
De Mole
Why We Love It: At this Mexican spot in Woodside (which also has a location in Sunnyside), you can order a seitan burrito with tofu cream cheese. “They have vegan cheese to make vegan quesadillas or sub cheese in...
Tufino Pizzeria Napoletana
Why We Love It: This is the most vegan-friendly of pizza kitchens, with tons of vegetables available to top your brick-oven-baked marinara pie that comes with simple tomato sauce, garlic, oregano and basil. Peppery...
Natural Tofu & Noodles
Why We Love It: This cozy Korean kitchen specializes in tofu stew, and Sohn loves the vegetarian one. “The tofu is made in house,” she adds. And if you order the bimbimbap, just request no egg.
William Hallet
Why We Love It: A gastropub doesn’t necessarily scream “vegan!” but Roth says it’s become one of her go-tos. “Surprisingly, they offer numerous vegan entree options, such as vegan fried chicken banh mi (no...
Monika’s Cafe Bar
Why We Love It: Do you want vegan calamari? Of course you do! This place serves it up with oyster mushrooms for that same chewy, meaty texture you once knew and loved. You should also hit up Monika’s if you’re in...
Dosa Delight
Why We Love It: There is no list of vegan eats in Queens without dosa, and Dosa Delight in Jackson Heights delivers some of the best. You should also go for their momos, vegetable uttpam and aloo gobi (cauliflower...
Mama’s Empanadas
Why We Love It: Much of the menu uses veggie stock in the filling, so you can enjoy these veggie empanadas when you’re in the mood for something fried and delicious.
