Looking for vegan-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Joe's Pizza, Dough Doughnuts and White Oak Tavern, 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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Union Square's Affordable Vegan Destinations
Discover a vibrant array of budget-friendly plant-based dining options nestled in the heart of Union Square. This curated selection offers everything from hearty American comfort food and traditional British pub fare to zesty Mexican plates and authentic Italian classics. You can also explore a world of global flavors including Spanish tapas and diverse Asian specialties like Chinese dumplings and Thai favorites, all without breaking the bank. Whether you are looking for a quick bite or a relaxed sit-down meal, these accessible eateries prove that eating vegan in the city can be both delicious and affordable.
30 restaurants in Best Affordable Vegan Restaurants in Union Square | Affordable & Vegan
- Joe's Pizza · rated 5/5: 5 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Dough Doughnuts · rated 5/5: 16 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- White Oak Tavern · rated 5/5: 11 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- The Wren · rated 5/5: 11 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Long Island Dumplings · rated 5/5: 11 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Schmackary's · rated 5/5: 9 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Malii Gramercy · rated 5/5: 6 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Thai.
- Noona's · rated 5/5: 6 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Korean.
- Bar Jamón · rated 5/5: 5 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Spanish.
- The Winslow · rated 5/5: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. British.
- Naks · rated 5/5: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Filipino.
- Popup Bagels · rated 5/5: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Saperavi · rated 4.9/5: 44 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Fortuna · rated 4.9/5: 23 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Los Tacos NYC · rated 4.9/5: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Diner 24 · rated 4.8/5: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Çka ka Qellue · rated 4.8/5: 6 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Los Tacos No.1 · rated 4.8/5: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Naks · rated 4.8/5: 5 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Filipino.
- Sushi Dairo · rated 4.8/5: 15 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Soothr · rated 4.7/5: 16 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Thai.
- Yum Cha · rated 4.7/5: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Oceans · rated 4.7/5: 3 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- All'Antico Vinaio · rated 4.7/5: 6 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Olympia Pita · rated 4.7/5: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Veselka · rated 4.6/5: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Ukrainian.
- Gramercy Tavern · rated 4.6/5: 3 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Pommes Frites · rated 4.6/5: 25 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- Planta · rated 4.6/5: 68 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Boqueria Spanish Tapas · rated 4.6/5: 25 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Spanish.
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.
