New York vegan restaurant serving a Mediterranean and Latin-style menu. A selection of raw and cooked dishes available including lasagne, huitlacoche & chorizo quesadilla, and raw squash manicotti platter. Organic ingredients only. Live music every day. Est.1991. Open Mon 1:00pm-10:30pm, Tue-Wed 4:00pm-10:30pm, Thu-Fri 1:00pm-10:30pm, Sat-Sun 11:00am-11:00pm. Closed on Christmas Day and July 4th. Open for Thanksgiving and New Year.
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405 E 6th St (at Avenue A, East Village, Manhattan), New York City, New York, USA, 10009
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- Outdoor seating
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Last update on 09 Dec 2023 by caravanofdreams
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92 Reviews
First Review by bullcityveg
dal665
Points +16
Caravan is awesome! - Edit
I’ve been coming here for 12 years. The food is great and staff are friendly, especially the ones who have stayed here a long time. And the live music is icing on the cake!
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hazelanne
Points +147
Satisfy your pancake craving! - Edit
Best brunch deal in town: $23 for entree, coffee, juice and side salad.
Read morePros: Pancakes, Attentive staff, Large space
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MissCazmataz
Points +51
Delightful little place - Edit
Cute little restaurant with excellent decor.
Read moreThe food was delicious and super quick service.
My non vegan friend had the Lasagne and loved it, I had the quesedilla and it was excellent. The homemade kefir cheese they use was amazing.
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EmdotAlice
Points +4620
Veggie forward with flavor - Edit
I love the decor here. It has very old school vegan vibes. The menu is very veggie forward and lots of healthy options. I definitely was craving some green and leafy after a week of dining out and this place delivered. We got the Caravan sampler, an assortment of spreads with bread and crudite. We really like the miso tahini sauce, but the garlic sauce, smoked eggplant and hummus were also good. We didn’t care for the pesto or cashew cheese. The cheese was so mild it barely had any flavor. For our mains we got the macrobiotic platter with tofu and the quesadilla. The platter was just what I wanted: steamed rice and veggies and tofu with some really flavorful beans and the miso tahini sauce. I would be interested in trying their soups in the future. My partner really enjoyed the quesadilla and it came with a chili sauce that was really punchy—so good. Overall great experience and we’ll likely come back when we’re looking for veggie-forward fare.
Read morePros: Miso tahini and chili sauce 🔥🔥🔥🔥, Healthy options with flavor
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EABessel
Points +1257
Fortified! - Edit
Eat here and be reminded of all the wonderful, healthfully-prepared vegan fare that existed before the impossible/beyond. Incredible selection of raw dishes. Bohemian decor, really good vibes from the staff.
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PlantDocs
Points +117
Restaurant of my Dreams - Edit
Caravan of Dreams has been here in NY for 33 years and there’s a reason. The food is creative classic plant-based made with whole, fresh ingredients, raw options, macrobiotic options. Delicious complex salads. The vibe is French-Gypsy-Romantic. Warm and cozy with an artistic twist. Love this place!!
Read morePros: Creative meals, Simple but delicious dressings, Love the ambiance
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veganqueenofqueensnyc
Points +1299
Good To Be Back - Edit
I was last here in September 2019 with a small group of non-vegetarians/vegans who were nevertheless impressed with the food (why WOULDN'T they be?!) Fast forward 4.5 years when I found myself back (finally) to sample their raw offerings, as part of a Raw Food Worldwide Meetup on Saturday, March 9, 2024, which I would not have known about had it not been for a special someone (and yes, I know you're reading this, and you know who you are - but just in case, I'll just look at you and "whistle!")
Read moreAs it turns out, not only did I find everything I sampled to be delicious and satisfying, but I could not have been more impressed with the graciousness and professionalism of the waitstaff, who never made us feel rushed, and in spite of the fact that I sat there for almost five hours, talking with the organizer of the meetup, someone I now consider a new-found friend. Win-win all around. Last but not least, I very much like the decor and ambiance here. Whether or not you're looking for vegan raw cuisine, I highly recommend Caravan of Dreams. They also have cooked/prepared items available as well, which are sure to satisfy anyone.
Updated from previous review on 2024-03-10
Pros: Both raw and cooked options, Professional and courteous waitstaff, Beautiful decor and ambiance
RavishingRavenous
Wow, never been here but will have to try it out♡
Read morecraigmc
looking fantastic.❤️🌱
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chels2ocean
Points +1136
Exceeded my expectations - Edit
Went here with a few friends for dinner and wow we all loved our entrees! I personally had the burrito. It's not cheap- $25 for a burrito is definitely on the higher side but it was really delicious, especially with the spicy sauce on the side! The sangria was nice too! We also shared a brownie sundae which I would say to pass on, the ice cream was a very icy texture and the flavor was nothing special. But go here for the entrees, and the wonderful ambiance! I can see how this place has been around since 1991.
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rtnc68
Points +649
Delicious - Edit
Classic vegan restaurant. Raw options. #Veganuary
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Thanks & blessings.💖
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little_vegan_brie
Points +612
Huge menu omg - Edit
Can’t wait to go back to try more things! I love the variety on the menu. Since it was my first time, I decided to try the raw sampler platter. (See photo) it was great but didn’t feel like a full meal for $25. We also got the burrito with seitan which was really big & very tasty!
Read moreThey have a really nice hot apple cider (with whiskey) on the drink menu - it was so good! Definitely recommend!
Service was great, space was great! Definitely worth checking out!
Updated from previous review on 2023-11-19
Pros: Wide variety of options
caravanofdreams
Thank you for sharing! We are happy that you enjoyed your meal. We have been around since 1991, hence the big menu! We can't wait for you to come back. Peace + love.
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Passion_Fruit
Points +60
Vegan since 1991, with live music too - Edit
This is such a nice place! I love the atmosphere and that it has been in business since 1991 -- it feels like a real community place. I went twice in one day, and there were different duos of musicians playing each time -- so nice! They have a large menu to choose from, with many healthy, veggie-filled options, and everything I tried was good. They have a fixed price menu for brunch ($19) that comes with salad, coffee, and fresh-squeezed orange juice. Also, the brownie sundae was really nice.
Read moreIn summary, I highly recommend this place! If I lived nearby, I'd be a regular customer.
Pros: Live music, Lovely atmosphere, Extensive menu with many healthy options
Cons: No cons :)
caravanofdreams
Thank you for sharing. Our vegan brunch is always a hit! Please feel free to share photos on Instagram and tag us @caravanofdreamsny. Cheers!
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IshaElafi
Points +34
Was better years ago and now not so good - Edit
I went for first time since long time and felt it was very expensive and not tasty and smaller portions than in the past . Guess they changed chef
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-06-22
Pros: All vegan, Delicious , Often music
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vegandoc16
Points +123
Great food and service - Edit
Delicious food, nice atmosphere, and very friendly and helpful server. The seitan and chorizo were especially good. Quesadilla was a little spicy for my taste (I'm VERY sensitive). Hibiscus tea was very flavorful; they added a slice of orange which was a nice touch. Highly recommend.
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Lagoonies
Points +49
Awesome find - Edit
Had a fantastic lunch here, loved the menu and the decor, super place, highly recommended will definitely visit again :)
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TexasAmy
Points +47
Tons of Gluten Free options - Edit
Such a fun restaurant. I was so relieved on my return to NYC to find it had survived the pandemic. They asked the questions that gives every Celiac confidence. I got the lasagna and Caesar salad (modified with tempeh for GF), and the split green pea soup. Our waiter was excellent. Made the visit memorable.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-01-02
Pros: Celiac safe, Gluten free selections, Service / Environment
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zhartz134
Points +58
Food that heals! - Edit
It’s nice to find a restaurant that uses all vegetables in their meals and as entrees.. no faux meats here. The Raw entrees (manicotti, and raw zucchini garden pasta) will bring your palate in tune to how are bodies need to be fed. The ambiance is cozy and the live piano music sets a relaxing and enjoyable tone. This is a staple that needs to be experienced!!!
Read morePros: Amazing Raw entrées, Wonderful sandwich’s , Pastas and salads
Cons: Can say anything negative
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MaryPascale
Points +234
Delicious and wholesome - Edit
Very nice quaint restaurant! I felt like we were away on vacation when we went there. Such nice relaxing vibes. Wonderful live music! Great costumer service and healthy wholesome plant based options!
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Ameisherry
Points +10332
Amazing raw options :) - Edit
This place totally taste just like Florida😄amazing raw vegan options, it’s like heaven😄I totally love this place😄I’ve been following their Instagram for so long finally get the chance to try it , thank you thank you thank you mucho glacias
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creativegan
Points +1033
One of the originals - Edit
I make a point of visiting CoD with my vegan bestie whenever I get back to the city. Most times the food is phenomenal, but there are occasional disappointments. Yesterday I had the breakfast burrito at brunch, and it was sublime. I had berry pancakes too, but found them dry even after maple syruping them.
Read moreMy main reason for four instead of five stars is the price. We paid $16 for a plate of pancakes a la carte. I wanted to try the mango lassi, but couldn’t bring myself to pay the $12 menu price. I don’t begin to know what NYC restaurants have been going through during the pandemic, and I do know they’re paying higher prices for everything now; but I know I can’t afford meals like this one more than every now and then.
Updated from previous review on 2022-06-25
Pros: All vegan, Sweet staff, Mostly delicious
Cons: Very expensive, Occasional disappointing dishes
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Amyladedada1
Points +650
Love it - Edit
About 15 years ago I went raw for the summer. Caravan of Dreams was a perfect find for that time with their delightful desserts. I have ventured back recently too and have tried a few different items - always great. I tend to eat in New York alone and before a crowd like for a late lunch/early dinner. I never have any lines or waiting.
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SophsEats
Points +430
Bad evening! - Edit
The menu looks great and the place has a nice friendly ambiance. I'm not sure if it was a bad day in the kitchen but the food was really underwhelming and expensive.
Read moreThree of us had the $20 ramen which had about 3 spaghetti noodles in it in total? Small portions and not enough ingredients. The service was really slow, we waited almost an hour for our food.
The cocktails weren't very good either.
Overall disappointed, we expected more as the reviews looked positive.
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lizardperson
Points +61
Not good - Edit
Service was slow but they had only one person working, so that is understandable while annoying.
Read moreFood was just not good. No flavor to the dishes that we paid a decent clip for.
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kirstblum
Points +132
Pretty tasty! - Edit
Nothing crazy, but I was a big fan of the potato jalapeño omelette. My mom likes the ceasar salad. She ordered a vodka soda and they charged her the same price as my blueberry mojito, which seems like too much. Mojito was tasty, but I’ve had better
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An.drea
Points +254
Super yummy - Edit
Super yummy vegan restaurant - I could die for the apple ravioli. Relaxed, funky atmosphere with live music some evenings. They have a nice selection of raw dishes and juices too
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-07-16
Pros: Everything vegan
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mgallego
Points +24
Pure organic food - Edit
Amazing food so rich in nutrients that made me feel high. There are not many places left where you can eat creative raw food. I also love their terrace and their live music. It’s a friendly place where people talk to each other and nobody push you to pay.
Read morePros: Large menu with a variety of creative food, Raw, microbiotic, cooked, gluten free, All organic, guilt free desserts, great soups
Cons: 30 years old funky restaurant
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TravegLife
Points +113
Probably the worst restaurant I’ve been to in NYC. - Edit
The food was bad, flavorless and not interesting.
Read moreThe service was the worst, and we were blamed for not liking the food.
Pros: None
Cons: Bad service , Food is flavorless
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MVS
Points +30
Healthy/Hippie Combo - Edit
Perfect blend of healthy and hippie without being a try hard spot. Food & service is always fantastic and the vibe is really cozy. I’ve even taken reluctant omnis there and by the end of the meal they’d fallen in love with the place too
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