Vegan
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Fast food
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Take-out
Bakery
Catering
Fast-casual chain of vegan cafes founded 2015 in New York City as By Chloe and re-branded in 2021 as Beatnic under new ownership. Serves quick meals and bakery treats. Menu offers burgers, hotdogs, subs, fries, salads, grain bowls, mac n' cheese, and brunch foods. Beverage selection include lemonade, tea, and fresh juices. Reported closed July 2023.
106 Reviews
First Review by KeriAnnSnyder
XenaWarriorPrincess
Points +1944
Healthy vegan "fast food" - Edit
Nice place for healthy vegan fast food near Washington Square Park and NYU. I love the build-your-own bowl option which allows you to customize with various toppings. They're very generous with the dressing and portion sizes, and the prices are reasonable. Bring your credit or debit card though, because they do not accept cash payment. Cute indoor seating area and a few outdoor tables as well. Quick, efficient service.
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Poundie
Points +13214
Convenient vegan fast food - Edit
This is an all-vegan fast-food place. I find that the food at Beatnic always satisfies; a bunch of it is of the faux-meat sort, but they have some somewhat healthier items as well.
Read morePros: Good for a quick bite, not expensive, quick service
Cons: No restrooms, not ultra-healthy or gourmet
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VeganFamilyTravels
Points +1626
Great for lunch - Edit
We like pick and mix food so shared a crispy chicky salad, chicky deluxe sandwich and mac and cheese. Our favourite was the salad - texture with the chicky, crispy wontons and almonds, sweetness from mandarins and a nice dressing. The mac was tasty but we would add more sauce. Not sure whether that is a UK thing as all mac seems to be drier here! The sandwich was tasty. The staff were friendly and service quite quick. #Veganuary
Read morePros: Completely vegan, Good choice of food, Friendly
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NayeliAbrego
Points +2261
No longer "By Chloe" - Edit
I do like Beatnic, but I'm so saddened that the quality and consistency really has gone down since rebranding. And it is still expensive. That being said, they do have tasty and convenient food. I will bring vegan friends visiting the city here, because you do have to try it. I'd say this is a good backup place when you're in a rush and need a vegan meal.
Read morePros: Fully vegan, Tasty, Fast and convenient
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spise01
Points +929
Ehhhh - Edit
Not great. Breads kinda dry. Pea patty kinda weird. Honestly the shake shack vegan burger is wayyyy better. Sweet potato fries decent tho.
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TorsiDawn
Points +1193
Not by Chloe - Edit
It’s clearly not the same - the food tastes a million times worse, the vibe inside is so different, it just isn’t a vibe
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martint
Points +7560
Not "By Chloe" anymore and it can be felt - Edit
It is sad that this place is not anymore as good as it was before. In the past always crowded, now it is empty and no wonder why. The food is very simple and unelaborated. I had a salad which looked good but then it turned out to be mostly romaine. It is a pity but I do not see much future for the place.
Read moreOriginal review:
This is the best vegan restaurant/fast food on the world. I enjoy by Chloe's food every time that I visit NYC. And never got disappointed. The salads are very fresh, varied and with lot of taste. So are the burgers. And the sweets are so good, especially tiramisu cupcake.
Updated from previous review on 2022-08-05
Pros: best food ever, affordable
Cons: they waste lot of plastic
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alinakim
Points +202
yum - Edit
great fast casual spot! love the burgers
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MichaelMatsakis
Points +42
Not impressed - Edit
It feels like a menu that was designed by someone who isn't vegan. They're trying to do staples like Mac n Cheese and chicken sandwiches but not getting the flavor right. It tastes like American vegan food from 2005.
Read moreCons: Overpriced, Underseasoned
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GFGoldenLady
Points +1855
Gone downhill - Edit
I used to love by Chloe but since the change over it has gone downhill in taste and quality. Very disappointed. I would steer clear of this chain.
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NataliaLange
Points +780
rebrand made it better - Edit
the first time i was here, it was still by CHLOE. the food was alright, pretty average honestly. but it was nice to have so many vegan fast food options. the portions were quite small and expensive though, and i thought they were trying a bit too hard with the vibes for the interior. i feel that the rebrand has made it better, paying homage to the beatnik generation within that community. still overhyped, and really there are much better vegan options in the city. really not worth your money and time spent in line.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-01-18
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SunflowerGilmore
Points +282
Fantastic fast food! - Edit
This is way better than any non-vegan fast food!
Read morePros: Great selection, Full of flavor, Nice workers
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Joshua_De_Serres
Points +1044
Vegan Fast Food - Edit
If you’re looking for vegan fast food this place has you covered. They have burgers, subs, fries and much more. I had the mushroom loaded nachos, which were delicious, they were smothered in a delicious vegan cheese sauce, topped with black beans, jalapeños, sour cream and mushroom meat. Prices are fair, service is friendly.
Read moreThey lost 1 star from me because they only accept card, I find this ridiculous because if you’re homeless or in a lower socioeconomic class you might not have a credit card or even a bank account, I get that this might not be the demographic of clientele they’re aiming for but regardless it should be accessible for everyone.
Pros: Fully vegan, Delicious
Cons: Does not accept cash
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Luchi
Points +747
Nice variety of choices - Edit
All vegan fast food. Burgers are decent, bread buns could be better.
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MiniMina
Points +265
Everything is delicious - Edit
I went with non-vegan people and everyone loved the food. We would have ordered more, if our stomachs weren't already full. Cosy atmosphere, friendly staff. Limited seating area.
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CaitlinLovesLife
Points +1643
Fun and Comforting - Edit
I got the Chicky Chicky with the sauces recommended to me, the Agave BBQ and Mustard which were both delicious! I also tried the Mac N Cheeze, which was a little bland for my liking but after I added the beet ketchup it kicked it up a notch.
Read morePros: Lots of Vegan Options , Friendly staff , Fun ambiance
Cons: Expensive
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wardrive
Points +122
I found a new home. - Edit
I've walked by this place a thousand times before and never went in. But then again, I'm only vegan about 5 weeks and I was a strict meat and potatoes man. I'm also not that into sweets as most are, so such places I walk right on by. But tonight I was stuck at a poetry reading during dinner time and was starving for some quality food. The superiority burger was just two blocks away, but my omni friend who sometimes eats vegan wanted to try this place as we passed it on the way to hear his poetry. How could I refuse?
Read moreLooking at the menu I'm disappointed that I can't get any of the breakfast or brunch items. They look so tempting. The last thing that I wanted was a burger or mac and cheese. I didn't even want a order of fries or nothing. I figured soup or salad would have to do, and finally settled for the kale salad with Caesar dressing, almond parm, dehydrated mushrooms that are so amazing and they give you so many (bless you kind person/people behind the counter), maple wheat croutons that are to die for (OK, I've been on a diet so this is the first time I'm eating croutons in like a month or longer), and sunflower seeds.
My friend's burger was very good and a quality product. He was happy. I can't say enough good things about that silly salad. But everything was perfect and top shelf.
The staff was great. There was a new guy at the register. He was cool too. My friend and I made a great choice in coming here. I can really see why young and old, everyone likes it here.
But Chloe, you have to have some breakfast staples at night. Just one or two items. Simple yet something that you would think of as a comfort food. Like French toast with bananas and walnuts. Perfect for breakfast or dessert at night. Please, please. Give us something at night that we can have that's not another burger and fries. I will say that the meatball sub looks interesting. Again the salad was better than even my salads and I'll give it a perfect score of 10 out of 10. It's the combo of the croutons and mushrooms and almond parm. They need to sell the mushrooms in a 1 pound bag. No joke.
I just found my new hangout for where to get my fix for burgers and fries. Salads and desserts too. I brought home 3 cookies also. Does that make me a bad vegan? Lol
Pros: Beautiful atmosphere. Amazing staff.
Cons: Not closer to home.
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lilliundnik
Points +255
Awesome food but expensive - Edit
We went there innumerable times during our stay in NYC. Had breakfast, mac'n'cheese and the vegan burgers. It was all simply divine.
Read moreCons: Pretty expensive
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ArwenCarlin
Points +96
Delicious food! - Edit
We were happy when we found a vegan restaurant that was open late and also has delicious healthy food. It seems like a lot of vegan restaurants in NYC are good, but the food is really greasy. This food was fresh and flavorful! The quinoa taco salad is the way to go!!!
Read morePros: Healthy , Delicious , Animals weren’t harmed
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Mvegan2
Points +259
Great food - Edit
Great vegan options and desserts
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levi24
Points +644
Awesome food - Edit
Really enjoyed the food and aesthetics of this place. There's a reason they've expanded so quickly, both in NYC and Boston. A must for vegans.
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KaylenaBecker
Points +335
Great stop for plant based food in NYC - Edit
Although by Chole has locations where I call home, I had never been, so it was nice to give it a shot! I had the guac burger which had such great flavor. We got mixed fries which were a great compliment to the burger. Their ketchup is different, made of beets and has a sweet and vinegary taste, but still really amazing! We went right after the Women's March so it was VERY crowded but I would imagine with would be that bad on a normal day! I also had a bite of the pesto sub, Mac and cheese, taco salad and their marshmallow CBD cookie and all everything was AMAZING! although it's a chain it has amazing good and all for a reasonable price!
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AbhiS
Points +124
Good food - Edit
The Guac Burger is a must! It was super rich and tasted amazing. By Chloe also has an option for mixed fries (sweet potato and regular) that tastes great as well. We had to wait a little while for people to leave so that we could sit, but it wasn't too long of a wait. Definitely try the beet ketchup with the fries!
Read morePros: Large portions, Tasty food, Chill Vibe
Cons: Crowded
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daydreamer4life
Points +748
Too good - Edit
I ate a classic burger, sweet potato fries and a cupcake. All delicious, all recommended. I love By Chloe!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2018-10-04
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MaikDünnbier
Points +110
Very cool place - Edit
Excellent salads, burgers and sandwiches
Read morePros: Quinoa taco salad, Pesto meatball sub, Banana bread
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rrsantanna
Points +15
Amazing food - Edit
Amazing food and place, great option price x benefit
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BarbaraCupisti
Points +26
😞 - Edit
Very good avocado toast but ... no hot drinks!!!!... no tea or coffe or anything hot to drink!
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