Urban Vegan Roots – American
Vibrant energy and soulful rhythms pulse through Urban Vegan Roots, a sanctuary where plant-based comfort food is reimagined with a bold, hip-hop-inspired flair. Diners are treated to a sensory remix of global flavors, where the smoky heat of buffalo cauliflower and the golden, crispy crunch of Korean BBQ wings prove that soulful indulgence knows no bounds. This lively urban escape transforms conscious eating into a celebration of culture, blending nostalgic favorites like creamy mac n’ cheese with fresh, citrus-kissed salads in a space that feels both modern and deeply rooted.
34-39 31st Street, Astoria NY 11106 https://urbanveganroots.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
What to order at Urban Vegan Roots
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| The Lucky Sheldon Sandwich | 50.6 g | 77.1 g |
| The Big Brando Breakfast Burrito | 55.1 g | 75.2 g |
| Dew Drops in the Garden | 3.8 g | 72.7 g |
| The Break-Fast Club Citrus Salad | 0.1 g | 50.4 g |
| Ropa Nueva | 22.1 g | 47.3 g |
| The Hollyhood Special | 24.4 g | 43.2 g |
| The Good Bunny Roasted Carrots | 44 g | 41.6 g |
| The Italian Stallion GF Lasagna | 43.8 g | 41.4 g |
| So Fresh & So Clean | 33.4 g | 29.5 g |
| The Orange Juice Jones Mocktail | 12.6 g | 28.1 g |
| The Golden Child French Toast | 127.1 g | 26.1 g |
| Chef’s Shroom V Steak | 34.8 g | 25.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its extensive menu variety, guests appreciate the diverse range of options that cater to various tastes for a casual meal. Diners highlight the straightforward service and relaxed atmosphere, noting it as a dependable spot for an easygoing dining experience. Standout features include the broad selection of dishes, which reviewers praise for providing plenty of choices in a comfortable, low-key setting.
Menu
Shares & Smalls
- The Good Bunny Roasted Carrots - $16: Chili agave glaze, toasted pumpkin seed, tahini, lemon, maple, parsley Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Break-Fast Club Citrus Salad - $17: Arugula, grapefruit, orange, pepitas, chia seed, mint vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- That Boy Good Maduro Salad - $17: Sweet plantain, citrus tarragon glaze, pickled red onion, avocado, grape tomato, hemp seed, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Infamous Loaded Broccoli - $16: Roasted broccoli, cashew cheese sauce, tempeh bacon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Soldier Cauliflower Bites - $14: Ranch, scallions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Illmatic Mac n’ Cheese - $17: Cashew cheese sauce, herbed bread crumbs, scallions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Empanadas - $17: Shiitake & cremini mushrooms, numu mozzarella, parm, avocado salsa verde Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- I’m Still #1 Korean BBQ Wings - $17: Gochujang bbq seitan, gochugaru ranch, sesame seeds Available at: dinner, lunch
- We Not Going to Sizzla Coconut Shrimp - $18: Coconut breaded konjac shrimp, arugula, chili aioli, avocado salsa verde, pico Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Plates
- I Ain't No Chicken Avocado Ranch Salad - $21: Kale, romaine, southern fried seitan, avocado, tomato, garlic croutons, parm, ranch dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Golden Era Chick-un & Waffles - $25: Belgian waffle, southern fried seitan, marinated kale, maple mustard aioli, maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Ropa Nueva - $25: Pulled chunk steak, cilantro lime rice, black beans, peppers, onion, olive, tomato, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Luca Brasi Oshi Salmon Pasta - $26: Roasted mushrooms, truffle cream sauce, shiitake bacon, pomegranate Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chef’s Shroom V Steak - $27: Oyster mushroom steak, roasted broccoli, tarragon oil, rustic mashed potatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Heavy Hitter Steak Sandwich - $27: Chunk steak filet, grilled mushrooms & onions, blue cheese, zesty aioli, pickles, arugula, pretzel bun, served with handcut fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wild Style Zucchini Scallopini - $23: Lightly breaded zucchini, lemon caper sauce w/ mixed mushrooms, mashed potatoes, parsley Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wild Style Seitan Scallopini - $26: Lightly breaded seitan, lemon caper sauce w/ mixed mushrooms, mashed potatoes, parsley Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Italian Stallion GF Lasagna - $25: Brown rice noodles, cashew tofu ricotta, red sauce, kale, zucchini, carrots, numu mozzarella, basil Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Brunch All Day
- I’ll Be Back Belgian Waffle - $15: Fresh fruit, powdered sugar, maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- The Big Brando Breakfast Burrito - $18: Turmeric rice, black beans, marinated tofu, numu mozzarella, avocado, pico, flour tortilla, chili aioli Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- The Golden Child French Toast - $17: Warming spices, fruit compote, toasted almonds, powdered sugar, maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Egg McNuthin’ - $17: Tofu, avocado, hollandaise, shiitake bacon, arugula, onion, kala namak, housemade bread Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bangin’ BLT - $16: Tempeh bacon, tomato, romaine, zesty aioli, housemade bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- The Lucky Sheldon Sandwich - $16: Marinated tofu, pumpkin seed pesto, sun dried tomato, numu mozzarella, lettuce, housemade bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: brunch, lunch
- UVK Quarter Pounder - $18: Housemade roasted mushroom barley patty, tomato, pickles, red onions, romaine, zesty aioli, pretzel bun Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
Pizzas
- Dew Drops in the Garden - $20: Pumpkin seed pesto, zucchini, kale, mushrooms, red pepper, red onion, numu mozzarella, parm Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- So Fresh & So Clean - $18: Red sauce, arugula, red onion, capers, olives, parm, greek dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Hollyhood Special - $21: Red sauce, fried korean bbq seitan, numu mozzarella, gochugaru ranch, sesame seeds Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lupe’s Fiasco - $21: White sauce, numu mozzarella, buffalo tofu, mushrooms, parm Available at: dinner, lunch
Dessert
- Chocolate Chip Tahini Cookie - $6: Soy free Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mississippi Mud Pie - $13: Cookie crust, chocolate fudge Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Lemon Blueberry Cake - $14: Whipped cream frosting Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cereal Ice Cream - $10: Cap’n crunch’s crunch berries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly
- Gluten Free Pineapple Cake - $14: Cinnamon, pineapple compote Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
- Flan - $15: Salted brown sugar brittle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Beverages
- Muse Mushroom Blend - $6: House mushroom blend, cacao, mct, bacopa monnieri, ginkgo biloba, house spice blend, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- You Need to Chill - Calming Tea - $6: Tulsi krishna, lemon balm, passion flower, skullcap, milky oat tops, chamomile Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Immune to the BS - Immune Tea - $6: Nettle leaf, tulsi krishna, ginger root, elderflower, lemon peel Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Trust Your Gut - Digestive Tea - $6: Fennel seed, dandelion root, marshmallow root, raspberry leaf, peppermint, raspberry fruit Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Super Sop - Energy Tea - $6: Panax ginseng, rhodiola root, schisandra berry, lemon verbena, ginkgo biloba, soursop fruit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Volumetrics
- My Brother’s Keeper - Prostate Tea - $6: Nettle root, cornsilk, burdock root, lemon balm, saw palmetto Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Dream Big - Lucid Dreaming Tea - $6: Lemon balm, blue lotus tulsi krishna, mugwort, passion flower, orange peel, violet leaf Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- The Orange Juice Jones Mocktail - $11: Sea moss, orange, pineapple, cinnamon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Sparkling Hibiscus Lemonade - $6: Lemon, hibiscus, soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol
- Moscow Mule - $14: Vodka, lime, ginger beer
- Damn, That’s My Jam! - $15: Tequila, lime, jam, jalapeno Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Old Fashioned - $15: Bourbon, sugar, bitters
- Paris is Drinking - $16: St germain, prosecco, hibiscus Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Aperol Spritz - $16: Aperol, prosecco, soda
Sides
- Garlic Broccoli - $12: Garlic, red pepper flakes Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Urban Vegan Roots
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include Buffalo Soldier Cauliflower Bites, I’m Still #1 Korean BBQ Wings, Illmatic Mac n’ Cheese, and Golden Era Chick-un & Waffles.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- The restaurant offers a relaxed, low-key atmosphere with a hip-hop-inspired flair, providing a comfortable and casual setting for diners.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include Buffalo Soldier Cauliflower Bites, Korean BBQ Wings, Chick-un & Waffles, and the Luca Brasi Oshi Salmon Pasta.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The provided restaurant data does not include a specific address or location for Urban Vegan Roots.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking a casual, hip-hop-inspired atmosphere with extensive plant-based comfort food options and diverse dietary-friendly menu choices would enjoy this restaurant.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Garlic Broccoli and The Infamous Loaded Broccoli work for multiple diets, including keto, gluten-free, vegan, and low-carb simultaneously.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Urban Vegan Roots offers a vibrant, hip-hop-inspired atmosphere that provides a casual, low-key setting for soulful plant-based dining.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Reviewers do not mention specific concerns, instead highlighting the straightforward service, relaxed atmosphere, and extensive menu variety for casual dining.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- Urban Vegan Roots offers a unique hip-hop-inspired atmosphere featuring plant-based comfort food and an extensive menu catering to over thirty dietary preferences.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- With a moderate price level ($$) and a 3.0/5 rating, customers value the extensive menu variety and dependable casual service.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Urban Vegan Roots?
- The Lucky Sheldon Sandwich, at roughly 77.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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