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Vegan
Chinese
Beer/Wine
Delivery
Take-out
Fourth branch of this Szechuan themed vegan restaurant, est. Nov 2024. Offers both spicy and non-spicy dishes. Examples include dan dan noodles, dumplings, wontons in chili oil, and eggplant in hot pepper sauce. Casual dining. Open Mon-Sun 11:30am-10:00pm.
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232 8th Ave, New York City, New York, USA, 10011
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Last update on 03 Nov 2024 by Guest
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37 Reviews
First Review by Poundie
Kad
Points +357
Very good - Edit
Very nice vegan options, atmosphere and service!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-07-10
Guest
eighthlevelvegan
Points +279
All vegan Chinese in NYC - Edit
My weakness - General Tso’s mock chicken.
Read moreFood was good. Service was good and fast. Prices are a bit high but worth a visit.
Updated from previous review on 2026-06-24
Pros: Good, Location, Staff
Guest
KyraSchwartz
Points +96
Impeccable Flavors and Vibe - Edit
I was so so surprised how good Spicy Moon was! The general Tsos chicken special was fried to perfect crispy perfection and the flavors in every dish were well balanced yet powerful. The duck pancakes just kept flavors rolling after each bite. I need one in Philly!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-06-20
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AnnaMN
Points +303
The good food was really good - Edit
We got several things to try. Favorites were the Dan Dan noodles and the hen of the woods bao. Both of these were outstanding. The tofu bao was okay. The Szechuan edamame was a miss for me. The edamame was overcooked and dull green, and they were sprinkled with what tasted like mild Mexican chili powder. I was hoping for something more interesting.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-06-19
Pros: Really great Dan Dan noodles, Did not use any disposable items
Guest
ecm23
Points +125
Delicious - Edit
Huge portions of deliciousness. Lots of variety.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-06-15
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KristinaEatsPlants
Points +8498
Fast Service, Incredible Food 🤤 - Edit
We loved this place! All of the food came out literally within 5 minutes, and everything was so delicious. Our favorites were definitely the dan dan noodles and the salt and pepper tofu. Such a good spot for flavorful Chinese food!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-05-23
Guest
MH321
Points +198
Spicy Moon has my heart - Edit
The food here is incredible, especially the dry rub “wings” which are full of crunch, flavor and heat. I’m gluten free and vegan and Spicy Moon has several delicious choices. Fast and friendly service.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-05-05
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Mademoiselle_Mina
Points +226
Best food in town - Edit
The food at this place is AMAZING!! During my NYC trip I didn’t eat something better than I did here. The taste of the food was so so so so soooooo good!! Can definitely recommend this place! And the staff was really friendly as well. Will definitely come back next time!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-04-12
Pros: Amazingly delicious food , Friendly staff
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Stubai99
Points +118
Another great find by using Happy Cow app. - Edit
What a great find down in Chelsea, fantastic Vegan food, central location, friendly knowledgable staff. Hector was able to assist with sugestions of food to try, we weren't dissapointed. It was cold out in Manhattan but a warm welcome in Spicy Moon. Food was fresh, arrived quickly and super tasty. Chilli glass noodles, Double fried King Mushrooms, brown rice, Scallion Pancake.
Read morePros: Friendly helpful staff, especially Hector., Extensive range of food, cooked fresh and 100% Veg, The chain have their own brewery!
Guest
CarlyJow
Points +143
Tasty and little pricey - Edit
The food is good and everything in the menu sounds delicious.
Read morewe had dan Dan noodles - spicy and tasty
char sui buns love love love
crabless Rangoons so good
garlic greens with tofu for the health!!!!
Pros: food was all super tasty, fun drink options, food came out super quick
Cons: a little pricey
Guest
soyboy3
Points +577
so good - Edit
all the food we got here was amazing and the folks working were super friendly. we came for lunch and it was pretty quiet, which was nice. we were able to do a lunch special so we could try a couple things which was great!
Read morePros: delicious, lunch specials
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philahealthia
Points +545
Outstanding food, fun and fabulous atmosphere - Edit
We came for a high-speed lunch before a show nearby and the staff were very accommodating. The wonton soup, duck wrap, and spicy cucumber were standouts. They brew their own beer, and the spiced winter ale is delicious!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-02-08
Guest
Shanmarie
Points +223
Vegan Chinese - Szechunan Style - Edit
Yummy vegan Chinese food in the city!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-01-24
Guest
hwing
Points +3181
One of the best Spicy Moon experiences ever! - Edit
ORIGINAL POST: 2025-06-24
Read moreMy partner and I are Spicy Moon fanatics (having been to all Spicy Moon locations more than a couple dozen times collectively). We were excited to try the newer addition located in Chelsea. Conveniently located by various train lines.
It was well-decorated. Felt cozy but not cramped. It was a severely hot summer day so we wish it was slightly more air conditioned. But it was pleasant enough.
We went with our usual go-to’s (and tried a new dish, #3):
1) Dan Dan Noodles with Beyond Beef (level 2 for spiciness): A bit more oily than we’re used to but had excellent flavoring and balance of heat
2) Crabless Rangoon dumpling: One of my fave appetizers. I don’t like super sweet guava purée sauce but the dumplings stand out on their own in my opinion
3) Sizzling Tofu (located under Chef’s Specials): not sure if this was unique to the Chelsea location, but I had not seen this on other Spicy Moon menus. We were excited to try and this may be my all-time favorite dish!! A MUST. A bit pricy ($30) but super delicious!
Will definitely be adding this Spicy Moon location to our go-to vegan spots!
**UPDATED POST: 2025-12-25
Returned to Spicy Moon (Chelsea) for another delightful meal! We were happily surprised to see they were open on Christmas Day. They had their regular menu, no specials for the holidays. Food was just as tasty as always but a bit slower service than usual (perhaps being a bit understaffed for the holidays?).
Ordered our usuals: Dan Dan Noodles (default spicy level 3), Kung Pao (mixed tofu and vegetables), Sizzling Tofu, Greenbeans, and General Tso’s Mushrooms
Updated from previous review on 2025-06-24
Guest
SharonR
Points +3464
Every Spicy Moon is a good hang - Edit
Did not disappoint. The shocking winner of the night was the v egg and sausage fried rice. Super creamy.
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RebeccaSullivan
Points +7369
4.5 Stars - Edit
Really delicious. Came for dinner and ordered the Dan Dan noodles, wontons in chili oil, hen of the woods bao bun, and the general tsos chicken. We were accidentally brought the general tsos mix of chicken, tofu, and vegetables at first, and we liked it more than the chicken. Everything was delicious. My least favorite was the noodles, and we felt the bun could use more flavor, but overall we really enjoyed our meal.
Read morealypso
Why were the noodles your least favorite if you don’t mind me asking?
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Xtraspatial
Points +73
Tasty Szechuan for Vegans - Edit
Our party stopped here after touring the High Line and Little Island, before continuing to a Broadway show. Good was amazing and the entire experience was very enjoyable. Dan Dan noodles! Cumin Fries!
Read morePros: Vegan options , Ambiance, Service
Cons: A bit pricey
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MatthewGoderre
Points +270
Great Vegan Szechuan Food! - Edit
There’s a decent amount of seating inside and the ambiance is really nice. They also have a small bar and a drink menu, though that’s not really my thing. The food was great! I had the cumin tofu with added vegan beef—it had the perfect level of spice. I went with the lunch special and added a spring roll, which came out crispy and hot. The filling was tasty (mostly veggies, no fake meat), and it came with a creamy mayo-style sauce that was surprisingly good. For dessert, I had a cupcake—delicious, but pretty basic. I kind of regret not getting the mochi! Definitely recommend this place.
Read morePros: Great food, Good selection , Nice seating area
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JahleelWasser
Points +2141
Other location better customer service - Edit
Food was as good as other location.
Read moreBut here the customer service was poor. They had a sign outside for bottomless drinks. I asked what it consisted of and I didn't get an answer. I saw the menu and it was for mimosas. I ordered 3 only got 2. Then, the guy came out while I was waiting for the third and he said the bottomless mimosas were only for Sundays. Yet the sign was out on a TUESDAY. they should have taken it down, OR TOLD ME WHEN I ASKED FOR THE BOTTOMLESS DRINKS. Not AFTER. Was charged regular price for the damn drinks.
Pros: Great food
Cons: Poor customer service
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MarthaGreally
Points +634
1 of my top 2 meals in NYC - Edit
I absolutely loved Spicy Moon! We got crab Rangoons which were my least favourite thing but still nice, but the spicy dumpings, Dan Dan noodles with vegan beef and the general Tsao’s chicken were all unbelievably delicious. The chicken was soooooo crispy and the noodles had the nicest creamy sauce. The vibes were also fantastic, they played pop music and served Kylie rosè…. So I was in heaven!
Read morePros: All vegan , General Tsao’s chicken , Great vibes
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Roseplant
Points +99
Tasty!!! - Edit
So many alternative meat options as well as the silky silky tofu! Plus desert selection
Read moreGuest
*Winter*
Points +139
Delicious - Edit
ordered: Spicy Tofu Bun, Dan Dan Noodles, Spicy Cucumber - Everything tasted great, arrived super quickly, and there were a bunch more items on the menu that I’d still like to try sometime. Still thinking about the Spicy Tofu Bun…
Read morePros: Delicious food, Lots of options, Nice vibe
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Seatown_vegan
Points +9005
Dan Dan noodles - Edit
You should order Dan Dan noodles. I ordered Dan Dan, mushroom bao, and a bun. The bun and bao were nothing special. The Dan Dan was the best.
Read moreService was lacking at this branch. I walked in and stood there a few minutes waiting to be seated. After seeing someone but her refuses to come greet me, I walked to her and asked for a seat in which I was told to sit anywhere. Once I ordered, I asked for water and didn’t receive it until after my food arrived and another server asked if I wanted water.
Overall, I would come here for the Dan Dan but maybe visit another branch.
Guest
m1234567890
Points +61
Tasty dumplings and noodles - Edit
All vegan Sichuan food that doesn’t hold back in flavor or spice! So delicious, I can’t wait to come back! Plenty of searing at 1pm on a Tuesday. Awesome lunch specials too.
Read morePros: Spicy food that was actually spicy!, All vegan.
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EmdotAlice
Points +6432
Crowd pleaser - Edit
It’s been awhile since I’ve been to Spicy Moon, and this is my first time at this location. I was sad to see they no longer have turnip cakes, one of my favorite dim sum dishes, and hard to find a good vegan version of. I got the garlicky greens with mock duck and the cumin tofu, both spice level 9 (they start at 1 and go by odd numbers up to 9) I do not have the spice-o-meter of a normal person, but I would give it a ~3/5 on my personal spiciness scale. I thought the garlicky greens were a bit oily and could have had more duck, but they weren’t bad. The cumin tofu was my favorite, and I’ll definitely order it again!
Read moreAmeisherry
I think bodhi in downtown they still have the turnip cake
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vegandinosaur
Points +669
Obsessed as always - Edit
You really can’t go wrong here. I love the Dan Dan noodles, but I’m also a fan of the cumin tofu. Just note that it’s heavy on the cumin.
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ivanovic
Points +405
Delicious sichuan food - lovely staff - Edit
Loved the spicy, vegan, sichuan food. Amazing!
Read morePros: Dan Dan noodles, Mapo tofu , Pea greens
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