Looking for vegan-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Kame, Osamil and Pavé, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry vegan-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Discover affordable restaurants in Herald Square with vegan options. Budget-friendly vegan dining.
Herald Square's Affordable Vegan Destinations
Herald Square offers a surprisingly diverse array of plant-based dining options that prove you don't have to spend a fortune to enjoy a high-quality vegan meal in the heart of Manhattan. This curated selection spans the globe, featuring everything from savory Korean stews at Cho Dang Gol and Osamil to delicate Japanese flavors at Kame and Shokudo. Whether you are craving classic American comfort food from Black Iron Burger and Vanilla Gorilla Cafe, fresh Mediterranean dishes at Çka ka Qellue, or a quick Italian bite at Pronto Pasta & More, there is a budget-friendly table waiting for you. Explore the vibrant streets around 34th Street to discover how these local favorites are redefining affordable vegan dining through creative French pastries at Pavé and inviting atmospheres at spots like Tara Rose and Take Care.
30 restaurants in Best Affordable Vegan Restaurants in Herald Square | Affordable & Vegan
- Kame · rated 5/5: 40 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Osamil · rated 5/5: 12 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Korean.
- Pavé · rated 5/5: 7 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- Cho Dang Gol · rated 5/5: 5 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Korean.
- Take Care · rated 4.9/5: 5 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Shokudo · rated 4.9/5: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Çka ka Qellue · rated 4.8/5: 6 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Keens Steakhouse · rated 4.6/5: 3 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Planta · rated 4.6/5: 68 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Cho Dang Gol · rated 4.6/5: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Korean.
- Hangawi · rated 4.6/5: 112 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Korean.
- CHILI 美麗 · rated 4.6/5: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Il Punto Ristorante · rated 4.6/5: 3 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Olde City · rated 4.6/5: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Bubo · rated 4.6/5: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- The Landing · rated 4.6/5: 6 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- The Dawson 39 · rated 4.6/5: 29 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Ichiran · rated 4.5/5: 11 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Woorijip · rated 4.5/5: 5 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Korean.
- Akdeniz · rated 4.5/5: 3 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- At nine Restaurant & Bar · rated 4.5/5: 7 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Thai.
- Poké Bar · rated 4.5/5: 37 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Veggie Grill · rated 4.5/5: 7 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Kaijitsu · rated 4.5/5: 10 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Leonetta · rated 4.5/5: 12 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Andrews NYC Diner · rated 4.4/5: 3 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- KungFu Kitchen · rated 4.4/5: 5 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Patzeria Perfect Pizza Pasta & Grill · rated 4.4/5: 11 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Zaytinya · rated 4.4/5: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- BLACKBARN Restaurant · rated 4.4/5: 6 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
