Good Grub: Vegetarian Lunches in Manhattan
Amy Posey
Available for hire
Looking for lunch in all the right places! There's no shortage of great spots for lunch while sightseeing in Manhattan.
Many of the top notch spots are dinner-only, so I've compliled a list of where you can get an amazing veg lunch. From fast casual burgers to Chinese to elevated veg cuisine, here are my list of great spots.
Not all of these spots are "veg exclusive" so if you'd prefer an all-veg spot, I've indicated those omnivore joints (and let you know what to order for veg!).
11 Places • 5 Saves • ago
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Quick Bites + Burgers
All'antico Vinaio
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Definitely an omnivore spot, and home of the BEST sandwich I've had in a long while. Huge, fluffy foccacia on a loaf as big as your head. Go for the LA Broadway or the LA Caprese. Amazing sandwich. I dare you to eat the whole thing. A great option for take out for a picnic in Central Park.
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Vegan On The Fly
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A great spot for Middle Eastern food fixes, burgers, fries, and vegan drumsticks. Get the chopped cheese for a real NYC sandwich experience.
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Lekka Burger
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Better for you and the planet! A variety of tasty burgers with house made patties, fun flavors like masala and peri peri (even fried pickles!), great sides, it's a great spot for a burger lunch.
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Jerrell's BETR BRGR
@amyposey
Another burger spot that's 100% plant based (also great for late nights!). Solid burger + fries + shake combo when you're in the mood for it.
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The Butcher's Daughter
@amyposey
A gorgeous spot for a relaxed lunch or brunch in Nolita (and expanding elsewhere). Great juices and bowls with outdoor dining.
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Peacefood Downtown
@amyposey
A variety of veg options, including some raw choices. The highlight is the amazingly huge variety of fresh vegetarian baked goods.
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Beyond Sushi
@amyposey
Now in multiple locations, a solid vegetarian sushi option (way more than just a sad cucumber roll) or share one of the bigger plates of pan-Asian choices.
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The Meatball Shop - Hell's Kitchen
@amyposey
Omnivore. A meatball shop? Hear me out. They've got veg and vegan options, nice salads, and tons of great homey sides as well as a veggie lasagne. It's great for a mid-day Italian fix or a cold weather lunch to warm you up.
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The Original Buddha Bodai Kosher Vegetarian Restaurant 🥬 佛菩提
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Are you in Chinatown? Head to this place for some authentic vegetarian Chinese food with all the classics--from dumplings to BBQ to General Tso. Or get dim sum so you can try everything! If the shark fin is vegetarian, should I still eat it? Deep questions.
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PLANTA Queen | New York
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Another sophisitcated choice for your veg lunch, PLANTA focuses on riffs on traditional Asian dishes. Great atmosphere and clever dishes make for a great long lunch.
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abcV
@amyposey
Light, fresh and fancy, abcV creatively treats vegetables like the kings and queens they are. An upscale option for a sophisticated veg lunch--if you're trying to convince your omnivore pals that plants are amazing, this is a great spot.
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Amy Posey
Available for hire
California-based traveler focused on short attention span travel. My guides provide info on how to make the most of a short trip and find the best eats (usually healthy/veg!) in town.
I've spent the last 22 years traveling, living, and working overseas and love experiencing the very best a place has to offer even if I don't have a lot of time. My guides focus on 2-4 day trips in a place. I tend to get out into nature🌲, check out great restaurants 🍽️, and find great coffee ☕️.
📍Currently: San Jose, CA
🇵🇹 Soon: Albufeira, Portugal
🌎 visited 80+ countries
🏃🏼♀️ fast break expert
🏔 mountaineer & paragliding enthusiast
🌱 plant forward + foodie
☕️ coffee lover
✈️ married to an airline pilot, so I live that #nonrev life
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Shop my guides to suss the best things to do with not a lot of time. There's a sample guide or two available for FREE! so check it out.
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Good Grub: Vegetarian Lunches in Manhattan
Amy Posey
Available for hire
Looking for lunch in all the right places! There's no shortage of great spots for lunch while sightseeing in Manhattan.
Many of the top notch spots are dinner-only, so I've compliled a list of where you can get an amazing veg lunch. From fast casual burgers to Chinese to elevated veg cuisine, here are my list of great spots.
Not all of these spots are "veg exclusive" so if you'd prefer an all-veg spot, I've indicated those omnivore joints (and let you know what to order for veg!).
11 Places • 5 Saves • ago
Free
Quick Bites + Burgers
All'antico Vinaio
@amyposey
Definitely an omnivore spot, and home of the BEST sandwich I've had in a long while. Huge, fluffy foccacia on a loaf as big as your head. Go for the LA Broadway or the LA Caprese. Amazing sandwich. I dare you to eat the whole thing. A great option for take out for a picnic in Central Park.
Add to
Details
Vegan On The Fly
@amyposey
A great spot for Middle Eastern food fixes, burgers, fries, and vegan drumsticks. Get the chopped cheese for a real NYC sandwich experience.
Add to
Details
Lekka Burger
@amyposey
Better for you and the planet! A variety of tasty burgers with house made patties, fun flavors like masala and peri peri (even fried pickles!), great sides, it's a great spot for a burger lunch.
Add to
Details
Jerrell's BETR BRGR
@amyposey
Another burger spot that's 100% plant based (also great for late nights!). Solid burger + fries + shake combo when you're in the mood for it.
Add to
Details
Sit Down + Enjoy
The Butcher's Daughter
@amyposey
A gorgeous spot for a relaxed lunch or brunch in Nolita (and expanding elsewhere). Great juices and bowls with outdoor dining.
Add to
Details
Peacefood Downtown
@amyposey
A variety of veg options, including some raw choices. The highlight is the amazingly huge variety of fresh vegetarian baked goods.
Add to
Details
Beyond Sushi
@amyposey
Now in multiple locations, a solid vegetarian sushi option (way more than just a sad cucumber roll) or share one of the bigger plates of pan-Asian choices.
Add to
Details
The Meatball Shop - Hell's Kitchen
@amyposey
Omnivore. A meatball shop? Hear me out. They've got veg and vegan options, nice salads, and tons of great homey sides as well as a veggie lasagne. It's great for a mid-day Italian fix or a cold weather lunch to warm you up.
Add to
Details
The Original Buddha Bodai Kosher Vegetarian Restaurant 🥬 佛菩提
@amyposey
Are you in Chinatown? Head to this place for some authentic vegetarian Chinese food with all the classics--from dumplings to BBQ to General Tso. Or get dim sum so you can try everything! If the shark fin is vegetarian, should I still eat it? Deep questions.
Add to
Details
Get Fancy
PLANTA Queen | New York
@amyposey
Another sophisitcated choice for your veg lunch, PLANTA focuses on riffs on traditional Asian dishes. Great atmosphere and clever dishes make for a great long lunch.
Add to
Details
abcV
@amyposey
Light, fresh and fancy, abcV creatively treats vegetables like the kings and queens they are. An upscale option for a sophisticated veg lunch--if you're trying to convince your omnivore pals that plants are amazing, this is a great spot.
Add to
Details
* * *
CURATED BY
Amy Posey
Available for hire
California-based traveler focused on short attention span travel. My guides provide info on how to make the most of a short trip and find the best eats (usually healthy/veg!) in town.
I've spent the last 22 years traveling, living, and working overseas and love experiencing the very best a place has to offer even if I don't have a lot of time. My guides focus on 2-4 day trips in a place. I tend to get out into nature🌲, check out great restaurants 🍽️, and find great coffee ☕️.
📍Currently: San Jose, CA
🇵🇹 Soon: Albufeira, Portugal
🌎 visited 80+ countries
🏃🏼♀️ fast break expert
🏔 mountaineer & paragliding enthusiast
🌱 plant forward + foodie
☕️ coffee lover
✈️ married to an airline pilot, so I live that #nonrev life
____________________________
Shop my guides to suss the best things to do with not a lot of time. There's a sample guide or two available for FREE! so check it out.
New!: Cartagena and Medellin Colombia
Coming soon!: Algarve, Portugal, Global Pizza Quest, San Jose Burrito Throwdown
Send A Tip
Support Amy Posey’s work.
Select your tip amount
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$10
$20
$50
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Feeling overwhelmed?
Thatch can help.
Send a request and we'll handpick a list of Thatch-verified travel creators who would love to help with your trip.
No request is too big or small...
✓
"Research places for beach trips this winter."
✓
"Help me plan a romantic getaway to Milan."
✓
"Find and book kid-friendly activities in Paris."
✓
"Curate a walking tour of historic Berlin."
✓
"Suggest wineries worth visiting in Napa."
You can relax now :)