Vegan
American
Pizza
Fast food
Beer/Wine
Delivery
Take-out
Breakfast
Manhattan vegan restaurant and bar offering Southern style American comfort food like waffle & chickn, seitan and gravy, breakfast tofu scramble, buffalo pizza. Brunch till 4pm. Replaced Cafe Blossom in 2016. Black-owned. Relcated from 41 Carmine St. Open Mon-Thu 11:00am-10:00pm, Fri 11:00am-11:00pm, Sat 10:00am-11:00pm, Sun 10:00am-10:00pm.
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265 W 23rd St, New York City, New York, USA, 10011
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Last update on 30 Jul 2024 by Poundie
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Featured Review
JazzyRain
Points +48
SO GOOD - Edit
Heard many a time that UVK is great. Finally went because it was close by (23rd St CE station). Oh my goodness! Absolutely fantastic. The vibes are immaculate, with excellent music, decor and staff. I think the best chick’n and waffles in the city. Delicious loaded broccoli. The orange juice based mocktail with cinnamon was also divine. And what a treat to have a non alcoholic espresso martini!
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273 Reviews
First Review by Jayness33
BelleListon
Points +18
Strongly recommend UVK - Edit
In NYC and decided to try UVK based in happy cow reviews. Got linguine and mashed potatoes to takeaway., and it was delicious. Huge portions and really helpful server.
Read morePros: Delicious food , Helpful servers, Cool vibe
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RoniAvneri
Points +28
Delicious! Don’t skip it - Edit
I came with my nom-vegan family and they all loved the food and atmosphere. The crew was extremely friendly
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Poundie
Points +18896
Funky vegan joint - Edit
This waiter-served place offers down-home vegan food in but clean and roomy setting, with friendly staff and funky decor. I am not sure how healthy everything is, but the food I have had here (and at their Queens location) is quite good; I plan to come back!
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anutthar
Points +917
Tasty and healthy - Edit
We had a great protein boost with seitan skewers, tempeh bacon, broccoli and French toast. Good stuff!
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melissajai_
Points +152
DELICIOUS - Edit
loved everything about our visit to UVK! We visited from the UK, and after watching some tik tok’s and seeing reviews on happy cow we added as a must visit, and it DID NOT DISAPPOINT! The service was lovely, the food was delicious, the decor was super cool. It was a great chill atmosphere and food came quickly. We had some sharing starters and then both got chicken and waffles! We left absolutely stuffed! Thanks so much for having us!
Read morePros: Good range of food , Great service , Cool venue
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00misha
Points +438
Lacking flavor - Edit
Nice servers at this funkily-decorated place. Sadly they didn’t have their Chicken and Waffles for some reason, so I went with the Tofuego sandwich with a side of onion rings.
Read moreWhat the menu doesn’t mention is that the “side of onion rings” is 3 onion rings. Not only that, but you know how onions typically have a couple bad, papery outer layers? One of my 3 onion rings was made from that tough, papery layer! They were crunchy and had rosemary on them, but desperately needed salt and a side sauce other than ketchup. Totally not worth it. Fries would probably be better
The tofuego sandwich was anything but spicy. The tofu was crunchy, which was good, and the potato bun was also nice, but the sandwich was incredibly dry.
Overall, the restaurant gets 1 star for being a clean, decorated vegan restaurant, and one bonus for kind workers. Otherwise, the food was just bleh. Though because of the rave reviews, I am wondering if I got incredibly unlucky…
Pros: Attentive staff, Clean bathroom
Cons: Food lacked flavor, Onion rings felt like a scam
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TreyLegall
Points +153
great dine-in option - Edit
many vegan restaurants in NYC are take-out/limited seating...this spot is a great option for those seeking great vibes and a sit-down experience...and the food is fresh and incredible! some of the best i've had. Will definitely be back!
Read morePros: food, atmosphere , friendly service
Cons: wish there were more locations 😅
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Sarahnyc
Points +29
Love UVK! - Edit
Comfort food plus! A delightful vibe and yummy Southern-inspired food. Try the Korean flavored seitan!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-08-26
Pros: Even better than the Village location!, Some of the best vegan pizza I've ever had, Friendly vibe
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jifrah
Points +463
Great new setting - Edit
Love the new location in Chelsea. And, they’re open for lunch. Sadly the other vegan restaurants in the neighborhood are no longer open for lunch. Great menu and lovely staff.
Read morePros: Mocktails are delicious. , Comfort food menu
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mszucker
Points +64
Delicious food, all vegan - Edit
Casual restaurant with all vegan menu. The food is amazing and the staff is wonderful. We had the Korean barbecue wings which was one of the most delicious things I’ve ever eaten…for seitan, it wasn’t stringy or chewy either. We also had the Art of Choke pizza which was amazing and the delicious Tofuego sandwich. Yum!
Read morePros: All vegan, Casual urban vibe, Amazing foods
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Vagabondoer
Points +340
Pretty good - Edit
Solid vegan comfort food. Pretty good burger.
Read morePros: Cool decor, Varied menu
Cons: Expensive
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little_vegan_brie
Points +622
They’re Back!! - Edit
One of our favorite restaurants is back in a new location! Of course, I had to get the chicken n’ waffles! 😋 my all time fave!
Read moreWe got the Brussel sprouts appetizer and it was so greasy (there was standing liquid in the bottom of the dish), I couldn’t even eat it, but we don’t really come here for health food 😅
Love the new spot, but they are just freshly opened so still have some kinks to work out. Hopefully they fix the leaky sink in the bathroom soon.
Updated from previous review on 2024-08-05
Pros: All your faves + more
Cons: Greasy food
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Dumbaer
Points +24
Amazing food and people - Edit
Stepped by for the chick-un & waffels.
Read moreIt was an awkward combination for a german kid that tastes great. The location is lovely with lots of pictures and paintings on the walls.
Not to forget about the waiters and the owner who were up to a friendly chat.
An overall extremly pleasent experience.
Updated from previous review on 2024-08-04
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Walktell
Points +1089
Iconic West Village Vegan Spot - Edit
I was first at UVK years ago and was sad to learn this location is going to close, we went here to get a 'last meal'!
Read moreIt's too bad this location is closing because the walls are just packed with cool photos, posters, NYC history and art, so much to look at! The people that work there are super nice & hip. We weren't too hungry because we had snacks not that long before so we just got a bowl of Potato Leek Soup and the Korean BBQ Wings small plate and a taste of our friends Chocolate Chip Tahini Cookie ice cream, it was all delicious! Try to get in before Jan 31st to savor one of best old school vegan restaurants of NYC! #Veganuary
Pros: Delicious vegan food, Cool decor, Friendly service
Cons: Closing permanently!
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NehaNataraj
Points +483
Delicious apps - Edit
1/14/24: We stopped in for apps and drinks in a large group of nonvegans. My partner and I ordered the crispy brussel sprouts and it was delicious! My partner also had the fried oyster mushroom and it was tasty. Hope to eat a proper meal here another time!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-01-15
Pros: Very tasty, Decor is super cute, great vibes
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immallama
Points +349
Good food, but expensive - Edit
Food was very good. Tastes unique!
Read morePrices are a bit high, but the staff is really nice and the space is cozy.
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Arya_adityan
Points +183
My most favorite! - Edit
I ate at Urban vegan kitchen before I turned vegan. It was one of the first experiences that made me serious consider being vegan. LOVE THEIR FOOD!
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Ameisherry
Points +13151
Thank you :) - Edit
Took my international friend here, she’s not vegan, and she did not know this is a vegan restaurant at all lol, she’s the one ask for pancake and waffle so I bring her here but then she orders the Korean vegan chicken and of course she did not know it’s vegan lol , she said she doesn’t want waffle but her body is honest …. She ate all the fruits on top of my waffle 😆😆😆🤣🤣🤣
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-12-18
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MMC
Points +279
Urban Vegan goes sub standard - Edit
Really upset about my recent visit to Urban Vegan Kitchen after many years supporting NYC vegan restaurants, vegan groups, animal rights groups and animal sanctuaries.
Read moreThe new management does not at all meet the same level of excellence in vegan cuisine and courtesy that the previous owners of UVK and Blossom worked hard to achieve. I recently visited for a Vegan Hang Out Team event and was met by the new owner who greeted me, said they were out of the daily special dinner for f vegan steak kebabs to an event with a RSVP on Facebook where I have know the Vegan NYC web organizers & many local vegans for many years.
The organizers say d that VHOT was just st a "social meet up group" and they do d not welcome me at all. I am a longtime supporter & reviewer at Happy Cow.
This is clearly a take over and not friendly to vegans or anyone interested in health and wellness. I ended up eating at Spunto Thin Crust Pizza - also on Carmine. Shame on the sham owners & Vegan groups that are globally spokespersons for healthy vegan & vegetarian options in NYC.
Updated from previous review on 2017-03-19
Pros: Same location at original UVK
Cons: Not professional restaurant , Not vegan or kind to customer , Very different from original concept of UVK
DaytonHarrell
Go to sleep
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zolete
Points +478
Great food, better staff! - Edit
Quiet and nice place, amazing cocktails options in the menu! Highly recommended!
Read moreMMC
Seriously?
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Fridaa
Points +106
Super nice place! - Edit
My favorite is the mac and cheese, lovely!
Read moreThe BLT is awesome as well.
The lasagne, the cauliflower, the cake and the scramble tofu plate is good.
Friendly staff, clean restaurant.
Updated from previous review on 2023-12-07
MMC
Oh yeah, you can fill up your Bio Fuel jets with all the oil you consumed.
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Galini
Points +4972
Amazing Mac n cheese - Edit
Delicious vegan Mac n cheese!! And the cauliflower is also great!! The staff is very polite!!
Read moreI loved it!!
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Mimi96
Points +240
Deliciously Bold - Edit
I recently dined at Urban Vegan Kitchen and tried their Dirty Queen Quesadilla. It was an absolute delight! The vegan twist on a classic quesadilla was executed flawlessly. The atmosphere in the restaurant was trendy and welcoming, making it a great place to enjoy a vegan meal.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-10-09
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SuppleVG
Points +357
Very good spot - Edit
Great spot with friendly (and vegan) staff.
Read moreHad a spicy burger with cashew cheese it was pretty good. Patty and French fries are homemade which is a must in the USA as it doesn’t happen that much.
Dessert was mud chocolate pie and was very very good (homemade too) but a bit too small (which was frustrating tbh)
I recommend this place !
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matse
Points +1864
Great vibes and awesome food - Edit
This place has awesome food and very friendly staff. I also liked the decorations inside. This was also the best vegan lasagna I had in NYC.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-10-09
Pros: Great food, Friendly staff
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veganhubby
Points +1056
Wow - Edit
Perfect late night stop after a comedy show. Must have the Korean bbq wings. Soooo good! Rich Boy sandwich was pretty good but the Macn cheese was perfect. Low on beers for some reason. Had the mudslide dessert which was really tasty
Read morePros: Korean Wings , Macn cheese
Cons: No beer available
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ZeOtavio
Points +422
Loved the food! - Edit
Fully vegan place that you can have breakfast, brunch, lunch or have drinks... so truly an all-around option
Read moreI went for breakfast and ordered a half portion of scrambled tofu and the waffles. The waffles were ok (4 stars) but I love so much and it is so difficult to find vegan options that I was thrilled. The scrambled tofu was amazing (6 stars!).
Service was pretty good and they were happy to offer me a half portion of scrambled tofu, even though it was not explicit in the menu (and that allowed me to get the waffle).
Really worth the visit.
Updated from previous review on 2023-09-23
Pros: Fully vegan, Lots of different options, Tasty
Cons: There could be more options for breakfast, Few non-industrialized beverages, Just opens @ 10 am!
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