Vegan-friendly
Japanese
Macrobiotic
Organic
Asian
Non-veg
Serves fish, vegan options available. Noodle and macrobiotic restaurant. Menu is approx. 80% veg in addition to fish. Has dishes with tofu and tempeh. No dairy. Small seating area. Open Mon-Sat 12:00pm-11:00pm, Sun 12:00pm-10:00pm.
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326 E 6th St (at East Village, Manhattan), New York City, New York, USA, 10003
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24 Reviews
First Review by felisuke555
AfterSeeingOkjaTwice
Points +424
Lovely dinner - Edit
Couldn’t leave New York without trying Souen! Their cornbread was maybe the best I’d ever had. The cashew alfredo had the perfect amount of vegetables, really delicious and a generous portion without being too heavy. The chocolate mousse was great too. I highly recommend for any vegan fortunate to find themselves in the East Village!
Read morePros: Great menu, Kind staff
Guest
chels2ocean
Points +1136
Healthy vegan options - Edit
I ordered the vegetable curry and also got to try a bit of the pesto veggies and cashew cream pasta my friend ordered. The food was not bad, but personally not my favorite. I expect more flavor when dining out. But for people who want something that's more on the healthy and simple side than the typical restaurant, I see the appeal.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-08-18
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EABessel
Points +1257
I love eating this way - Edit
Simple, honest food prepared well. I can feel my body thanking me for eating here. Nice staff. Highly recommended.
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laura_e_vegan
Points +1673
Delicious vegan options - Edit
Delicious macrobiotic vegan options, shame the restaurant isn’t fully vegan or it would easily be a five star.
Read moreRegardless, most of the menu is, so lots to choose from. The owner is lovely. Prices in line with NYC prices.
Guest
JJones315
Points +2169
Quiet Haven - Edit
I happened on this mid-block gem one day and have an healthful, interesting meal. I will definitely add this as a Go-To spot when as I travel around the city.
Read morePros: Loads of veg/vegan options, Healthy, Quiet and calm
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rudevegan
Points +37
A MUST VISIT - Edit
Souen has been a must visit of mine for ten years whenever in NY. There are very few remaining macrobiotic restaurants anywhere these days, and this one hits all the right marks. Shoyu ramen is the best ramen I’ve ever had; squash tofu is simultaneously the healthiest and most satisfying meal ever. You absolutely must get the YUBA as a starter - so hard to find this on menus. Everything is divine. HappyCow needs to allow 5 stars for this.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-04-21
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Zwähnia
Points +1116
Amazing - Edit
I think this is a really underappreciated place.
Read moreThe food was amazing with many different options and contained a good amount of veggies.
Many daily dishes and quite varied food options!
Pros: Most options are vegan , A lot of different styles of cuisine
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Zagsper
Points +20
Tiny Gem in E. Village - Edit
We’ve been enjoying this wonderful, macrobiotic cozy eatery for many years. Vegan but for fish options. Would be 5 stars, if Happy Cow allowed that for places that are not fully vegan. The staff are friendly and very attentive to any special dietary requests. There is a bean and soup of the day. The macro plate and miso soup are the best in town and very reasonably priced. Great dressings and sauces (vegan). A lot of variety, including stir fries and ramen noodle dishes [brown rice or zucchini noodles (both gluten-free) or udon or soba (both not gluten free). Terrific veggies and yummy sweet potato fries with spicy chipotle tahini sauce. Scrumptious vegan gluten free desserts! You must try blueberry or kobucha squash pies. It’s not fancy, but you will enjoy yourselves immensely and you deserve to have a healthy, tasty and satisfying meal at this down to earth consistently lovely place that is all too rare in this crazy world where nothing is guaranteed. Come back again or try it for the first time. You’ll be very happy you did.
Read morePros: Delicious vegan plus fish, no dairy or eggs , Many gluten, soy, nut free options incl. dessert , Healthy, tasty, satisfying dishes, great staff.
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Poundie
Points +15256
Not as impressed as previously - Edit
I have been going to Souen for years in the previous two locations, and have always enjoyed it as a healthy, tasty restaurant. I was eager to try them in their new location, and maybe we just ordered the wrong things, but I was less impressed than previously. We had a squash soup, lentil croquettes, broccoli curry, and peanut tofu--nothing was that flavorful.
Read morePros: Charming atmosphere, good service
Cons: Not that flavorful or inventive
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garrinh
Points +47
A restaurant that deserves a 5-star rating - Edit
Souen is my absolute favorite restaurant for vegan fare in New York City. They have a loyal following for good reason. Fresh, steamed vegetables with beans and brown rice, miso soup, delicious vegan desserts & so much more. You come here, and as the guy next to me exclaimed when he walked in, "I'll have the whole menu!". There are so many amazing VEGAN options, that it's hard to know which one to order. I'm a local and come here regularly. Their staff is wonderful. If you're ever in NYC, do yourself a favor and drop by for a flavorful meal.
Read morePros: Amazing Selection, Supremely Healthy, Always Fresh
Cons: There is only one bathroom (not an issue)
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jifrah
Points +280
Tiny oasis in the east village - Edit
The food was good and the cold kukicha tea was delicious and refreshing. Try the cornbread. Dense and very reminiscent of the classic cornbread from the sorely missed Angelika Kitchen.
Read morePros: Food is very good, Server was super nice, Extra clean and furnishings seemed brand new
Cons: Wonky a/c on an extremely hot summer day
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VinnieRodriguez
Points +368
I always walk out of here feeling like a million bucks - Edit
The food is so healthy that my gut thanks me every time.
Read moreI used to go for their tofu box but they’re discontinued it. That was my favorite. I like virtually all of their meals. Their Tai noodles are fantastic! (The peanut sauce is on point). The sweet potato fries and edamame beans are always a staple appetizer.
I had their stew and it made me feel like a million bucks. Their teas are great way to wash it down (I took their ginger tea bag)
Regarding dessert, I love their sweet potato pie, and I know their tofu cheesecake has some potential (the recipe could be improved over the long term).
Pros: Healthy food, Healthy treats, Great environment/ambiance
Cons: Not all items on menu always available, One of the treats could be bland
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TorsiDawn
Points +1193
Absolutely obsessed with the noodles - Edit
Absolutely obsessed with their peanut udon noodles. So next level good
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salsasalsa
Points +22
Souen my go to every time in NY - Edit
Always love visiting this special gem
Read morePros: Macrobiotic , yin yang balance energy foods
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gailprev
Points +16
Sooooo goood - Edit
Really delicious, great vegan options
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options
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OdeGouge
Points +41
Many savory vegan options - Edit
We had edamame and noodle soup bowls (ramen). The broth options are all vegan, the bowl was very well garnished. As a side dish we had roasted kale, it was delicious. Very good meal. Around 60$ for two, but we brought some leftovers home.
Read morePros: Beaucoup d’options vegane
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lilwid
Points +138
Great choice of vegan foods with Japanese flair - Edit
Raw foods like salads and see weeds
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ElenaMoreno
Points +23
A lot of vegan options - Edit
Cozy environment, nice staff, big dishes, good food and normal prices. For me was perfect :)
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Zhenli
Points +83
a must for our every NY trip - Edit
As a macrobiotic, I was very happy to discover this cafe. Love their food/simple, fresh/peaceful.
Read morePros: try macroplate- super value for money
Cons: a but tiny)))
Guest
holistic.chica
Points +66
Yummy, Noodle Heaven - Edit
Love this place, especially in the winter, has such good noodle options with vegetable broths and vegetables, great place to eat for vegans, vegetarians or your fish eaters. Small intimate, gets packed quickly so go early or late.
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Oscar M
Points +199
Interesting experience - Edit
I liked the food, the music, the staff and the interior design. All of the above made it a great experience!
Read morePros: All of it
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Oslo
Points +72
yums - Edit
Vegan GF ramen! Heaven. Amazing menu, cozy interior.
Read morePros: GF ramen, special desserts, almost everything is vegan
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Lanky
Points +404
Alright - Edit
Apart from a couple of fish dishes, the restaurant seems to be vegan.
Read moreI had the Bento Box... it was acceptable, but not great.
I'm interested to go back to try the ramen.
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felisuke555
Points +20
A nice oganic Japanse restaurant - Edit
The best restaurant where you can find Japanese food anywhere. The food is authentic and delicious.
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