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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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
TinaCheong
Points +485
It’s okay - Edit
I came here for an early dinner and beat the dinner rush. The service here could have been a little bit better, as the server took a really long time to give us water and then finally take our order despite the fact that there wasn’t that many tables.
Read moreAt this place we got the grilled cheese and their chicken and waffles. I don’t understand why the grilled cheese came in a bread that was hard to chew. I’ve had better vegan grilled cheese at other places for cheaper. Their chicken and waffles though were amazing. The chicken was cooked just right and the waffle was soft. Paired with the syrup it just perfect.
Overall I felt that the place is slightly overpriced, because the portions weren’t too big for the price you are paying. The grilled cheese was nothing special, but do give this place a try if you are craving for some vegan chicken and waffles. The service seems to be a hit or miss, so overall I probably wouldn’t return.
Pros: Decent seating area
Cons: Slightly expensive , Service was meh
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AbiM
Points +5213
Avo massaged kale!!! - Edit
Tasty food, good menu (avocado massaged kale!!!) with separate specials, nice dessert too (mississippi mud pie). Popular place, book ahead!!!
Read morePros: Great vibe, great music, Quick service
Cons: Dark so hard to get good photos
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JordanAshley
Points +18
Amazing Vibe - Edit
Comfortable, entertaining funkadelic experience full of sophisticated energy.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options , Flavorful , Specials available
Cons: Pricey
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Simon_the_BassPlayer
Points +155
Disappointing... - Edit
Maybe we came here on a bad day, as most of the other reviews lavish praise on this place. The food we were served was greasy (and I mean crrrrrazy greasy, like they were trying to copy a bad diner) and the fries were absolutely pickled in salt. Sure, it's a super-funky venue, the staff are incredibly nice and the music is fun.. our server took time out from painting a mural on the wall to show us to our seats, very boho... But then we were handed a BLT and a Vegan 'Beef' Burger, both of which appeared to have been sprayed with chip-fat, and servings of french fries which were layered in salt. Like I say, maybe the chef was hungover or something, but for the prices they charge here they'll need to do a lot better than that.
Read morePros: 'funky' , friendly staff
Cons: awful food, I mean really awful food.
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NadineVegano
Points +132
So good I went back with everybody! - Edit
I met a friend for dinner and was so happy to find this place, that I went back several more times with each of my family members. The food is delicious, the staff is super nice, and the place is cozy. Great everything!
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Chella
Points +189
Love this place! - Edit
Came in for brunch with my omni friends. They have something for everyone. “Chicken” and waffles were on point. Buffalo seitan impressed the nonvegans in the group. Looks like they do a lot of presentations on veganism which was cool to see.
Read morePros: Excellent options, Great for brunch
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ginap416
Points +36
I absolutely adore this place. - Edit
This is my go-to place for dinner out with friends. The wait staff is always incredible, and the place has nice personality. I love the Mac and cheese, the chicken and waffles, and the BLT. Great place to order a bunch of stuff and share with friends.
Read morePros: Great for sharing , Fun drinks , Amazing food & dessert
Cons: Pricey
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lindsay33
Points +90
Worth the price - Edit
Food was incredible. Me and a friend split the chicken & waffles along with chili fries and Mac and cheese and we couldn’t finish everything. Good portions but a little pricey, although I think it’s worth it
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bnjmn3
Points +52
Incredible - Edit
Wonderful brunch with all the home style favorites without the beat products! Loved the atmosphere, service and prices. Go!
Read morePros: Great food, Great service, In Greenwich close to the metro
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SusanSmith
Points +501
Every dish is great - Edit
I've yet to have a bad meal here. I've had the shrimp po boy, mac and cheese, breakfast sandwich, chicken and waffles, fried okra, and BLT. All of the dishes are messy and you'll have sticky hands after eating there... and that's a very good thing.
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westchestervegan
Points +1133
Awesome food, fun atmosphere. - Edit
So, let me start by saying the food and service was fabulous and the atmosphere was great. It is, however, a bit pricey for the sizes of the portions. The hush puppies were delicious, as was the jackfruit quesadilla. While the Mac and cheese was good, I have had better. Loved the Mississippi mud pie and seasonal blueberry pie. My son devoured his brownie all the way before I could take a bite but, he said it was AMAZING!! I will definitely go back and try more! It was part of the Blossom Group but, recently switched owners. The seating downstairs is a bit dimly lit for my liking and there was not a clear point of egress from downstairs, which concerned me if there was a fire.
Read morePros: Creative menu, Nice staff , Flavorful food
Cons: Pricey for the portions , Not a clear 2nd fire exit
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TrisBucaro
Points +149
Good, but pricey - Edit
Went with a friend for a spontaneous dinner, and the food we shared was incredible (Mac n cheese, chicken and waffles). However, it is very expensive and the portions are tiny.
Read morePros: Vegan
Cons: Expensive, Small portions
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calabrla
Points +76
Delicious! - Edit
Stopped in after pride and couldn’t have been happier in our choice. We had the buffalo wings, chicken and waffles and the shrimp po’boy. Everything was phenomenal! We can’t wait to go back!
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sfaulkiner
Points +154
Best Vegan Food in NYC - Edit
I LOVE the vegan food in NYC. I had a BLT here that was so phenomenal I couldn’t stop eating it long enough to get a photo. Dessert was also great. It appears to be staffed by the owner, so service isn’t always super fast, but the food is incredible.
Read morePros: Variety, Lots of seating, Public restrooms
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SarahBaker
Points +576
Tasted Good - Edit
This place had great atmosphere. It was fancy but not too fancy. I had the Chick'un Avocado Ranch Salad. I subbed out the fried seitan for the buffalo seitan for $2 (total price- $21). The prices were steeper than I expected for the portions but I might just be asking too much. My partner got the Country Fried Seitan ($22). It was also smaller than expected. The flavors weren't great enough for the value. But we were in a more expensive part of town I think. I took a star away because my meal was severely missing flavor and because of small portions. It wasn't until I left that I realized I never got any avocado. Still this was my first and I would definitely go back and try more things. The prices weren't that surprising compared to other places.
Read morePros: nice place, lots of seating, good entree options
Cons: expensive, don't go if really hungry
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CIII
Points +167
veganlife - Edit
Food is outstanding and service was top notch. Great cocktails, small plates.
Read morePros: Great food
Cons: Added up-surcharge.
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JJones315
Points +2331
Great food - Edit
So far, this is my favorite of the Blossom-group restaurants. The food (and I’m all about the food) is inventive with a healthy twist (not too oily or salty). The dining experience is super casual, which can be nice, but has its limits. For example: my sparkling wine was served in a water glass, apparently because they do not possess the appropriate barware. There was a DJ (I’m guessing that is the term for the person standing in front of 2 laptops and wearing headphones) so the noice level did not allow for comfortable conversation. That said, if you want great vegan food in a lively spot - this is a great choice. Staff were attentive and friendly.
Read morePros: 100% vegan , Great tasting food, Friendly staff
Cons: Loud music
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Caitlin1125
Points +36
GREAT FOOD. Service Downstairs is bad. - Edit
I’ve been going to UVK since they first opened and it’s been one of my go-to brunch/ dinner spots for both vegan and non-vegan friends. The food is AMAZING- chicken and waffles is my fave dish but everything I’ve had is pretty tasty. That being said, the last two times I’ve been, my friends and I sat downstairs and the service was AWFUL. I hate writing bad reviews especially for vegan spots but this is worth noting. The first time we had bad service my friend and I actually ended up leaving after waiting 20 minutes and getting one water pour then finally asking for a server to come over to take our order and then waiting another 15 minutes and no one came. We did say something but the servers reaction was sub-par. The last time we stayed and sucked it up because I wanted my friends to try the food so bad but again this should be addressed by management. Hoping it improves ;)
Read morePros: delicious food
Cons: expensive , awful service in downstairs room
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ElenaMakarova
Points +15
great place - Edit
I have tried half of menu and nothing has disappointed. I would say the food is great. Definitely will be back here again and again
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MentaManson
Points +59
New fav - Edit
Probably one of my new favorites! I had the mac and cheese and the Mississippi mud pie and both were delicious. The staff is attentive and the place is very nice and cozy.
Read morePros: friendly staff , nice atmosphere and music , good location
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als chicago
Points +36
Great diner food! Great service! - Edit
Love the ambiance in this place. We had the BLT and the faux chicken and waffles. Both were delicious. The waittress was fantastic -- getting us served quickly because she knew we were in a bit of a hurry. Would definitely go back again.
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Edwards
Points +117
Absolutely delicious and fantastic service - Edit
Food, service, music and ambiance were just great!!
Read moreThis is a must visit place while in NYC!
PS: Don’t forget to add mozzarella to your burger!
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Suebedo
Points +341
Made-over Beautiful place into grunge pricey vegan? - Edit
Sad because the location has some amazing food like “faux egg” hollandaise but the owner in my opinion has no idea how to provide a menu to draw vegan People and vegan friendly in. The menu is to limited and I don’t like the “grunge makeover. I can’t recommend this place despite the awesome intentions. Hurts to give vegan place thumbs down but it hurts to spend so much $ including 20 percent tip because staff deserves good tip even if menu very limited and some how off.
Read moreThis make over thumbs down accept for large animal photos. I suggest make some lower price point choices, work on menu options — and go back to original decor.
13 dollar sundae thumbs down. Coconut whip cream — leave out “whip cream” dessert ? You could not pay me $13 to eat it. I wish I could get $65 “lunch” back
Staff nice food is good but... this place pre make-over delicious.
Pros: nice staff, location , bathrooms
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oolong80
Points +52
Standard vegan fare - Edit
Ok but their are better options
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Elfia5
Points +32
Delighted! - Edit
Great cocktails, music, and the food was on point! The Chick ‘un Waffles were perfectly sweet and savory! Definitely coming back to this place when we visit NYC again. 👌🏽
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MatthewOliver
Points +78
INCREDIBLE!!!! - Edit
It was the perfect place, great food, great location, and the BEST SERVER!!! I totally recommend - perfect ❤️
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SophiaRig
Points +26
Delicious Food and Refreshingly Great Service - Edit
I ordered the chicken and waffles after my server had recommended it to me and it was absolutely delicious and quite filling. The “chicken” was perfectly crispy, which I believe is hard to find for vegan chicken. Likewise, my server was fantastic and wonderfully attentive and kind. The atmosphere is really cool as well, for the restaurant has a hip urban feel and has two floors. Clean as well. My one and only complaint is the price. For chicken and waffles it cost $22, which prevented me from trying other menu items. This may be the one thing that limits my visits here. Regardless, I strongly recommend to dine here!
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