Looking for vegetarian-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 vegetarian-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Union Square's Cheap Vegetarian Destinations
Discover the vibrant and budget-friendly side of Union Square with our curated collection of vegetarian-friendly eateries that don't compromise on flavor. This diverse selection ranges from the comforting Italian slices of Joe's Pizza and British pub fare at The Winslow to the aromatic Thai dishes at Malii Gramercy and Chinese specialties from Long Island Dumplings. Whether you are craving a quick Vietnamese treat from LA LA Bakeshop or a classic American meal at The Wren, these local favorites offer a wealth of meat-free options for every appetite and occasion.
30 restaurants in Best Cheap Vegetarian Restaurants in Union Square | Cheap & Vegetarian
- Joe's Pizza · rated 5/5: 25 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Dough Doughnuts · rated 5/5: 37 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- White Oak Tavern · rated 5/5: 22 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Noona's · rated 5/5: 19 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Korean.
- Schmackary's · rated 5/5: 19 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- The Wren · rated 5/5: 18 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- LA LA Bakeshop · rated 5/5: 18 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Vietnamese.
- Malii Gramercy · rated 5/5: 16 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Thai.
- Long Island Dumplings · rated 5/5: 13 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Bar Jamón · rated 5/5: 9 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Spanish.
- The Winslow · rated 5/5: 7 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. British.
- Naks · rated 5/5: 7 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Filipino.
- Popup Bagels · rated 5/5: 7 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Maya Mezcal · rated 5/5: 5 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Saperavi · rated 4.9/5: 63 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Fortuna · rated 4.9/5: 29 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Los Tacos NYC · rated 4.9/5: 5 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Diner 24 · rated 4.8/5: 5 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Çka ka Qellue · rated 4.8/5: 22 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Los Tacos No.1 · rated 4.8/5: 5 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Naks · rated 4.8/5: 9 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Filipino.
- Sushi Dairo · rated 4.8/5: 15 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Malt & Mold · rated 4.8/5: 4 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Olio e Più · rated 4.7/5: 6 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Soothr · rated 4.7/5: 22 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Thai.
- Barbounia · rated 4.7/5: 15 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- LOULOU · rated 4.7/5: 13 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- Tara Rose · rated 4.7/5: 8 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Yum Cha · rated 4.7/5: 5 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Oceans · rated 4.7/5: 3 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
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.
