New York vegan restaurant in the neighborhood of Chelsea. Fine dining with menu featuring blossom pouch and black eyed pea cake, porcini crusted seitan filet, and pumpkin gnocci, and other gourmet vegan cuisine. Brunch is served on weekends. Chic elegant interior with a fireplace and antique-style banquette. Reservations recommended. Reported closed July 2020.
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187 9th Ave (at Midtown/Chelsea, Manhattan), New York City, New York, USA, 10011
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141 Reviews
First Review by cassius
sullivans
Points +41
Outstanding - Edit
I am used to Vege and Vegan restaurants in Europe. which can vary in quality.
Read moreSo it was so fantastic to dine at a restaurant which is vege and high quality too. Ate there 3 times in a row!
We also enjoyed Candle 79, which cost a bit more.
Updated from previous review on Tuesday June 19, 2012
Updated from previous review on Tuesday June 19, 2012
Updated from previous review on 2012-06-19
Pros: Good prices, Varied menu, Vegan too
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sm1102
Points +73
Such creative vegan food - Edit
With so many options in New York, it’s hard to find a bad vegan restaurant, but this one was among one of my favorites. I got this very tasty BBQ Tempeh (my first experience with tempeh!). The cheesecake was excellent. I can’t wait to move to New York for uni!!
Read morePros: Creative, Lots of options, Formal
Cons: Pricey
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andreazuluaga
Points +273
YUMM! - Edit
Came here for the first time yesterday for take out and ordered the Tofu BLT. nothing but good things to say about it! You got to choose between fries and a salad as a side which i always appreciate. I can't wait to come back and try something new!
Read morePros: friendly staff
Cons: pricey
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Austintje
Points +221
Delicious - Edit
Very delicious food, and very friendly staff. Portions could be a little bigger for me personally.
Read morePros: Friendly, Fancy
Cons: Expensive
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MariannaPinhoCosta
Points +24
Delicious and friendly staff - Edit
Top top top top i recommande
Read morePros: Calme , It’s gastronomic style, Clean
Cons: Cher, Tiramisu wasn’t good, it’s teasing bland
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Peaceloveheather
Points +42
One word—tiramisu! - Edit
After foregoing tiramisu (non-vegan) at Christmas, I was so happy to finish this delicious dinner with an incredible tiramisu a week later. My non-vegan husband said the burger was the best vegan burger he has had, and he has had many. We had the fried artichoke appetizer and ravioli appetizer (both so good!), arugula salad (yum), and I had a seitan special. We will definitely be back to try everything else...although I am sure my husband will want the burger again and I will absolutely want the tiramisu!
Read morePros: All vegan, Delicious, Attractive
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jnjcej6
Points +11
the best meal of my life - Edit
My brother and I shared a bottle of wine - artfully recommended by our server- the lasagne and the mushroom rigatoni. everything was delicious, but the lasagne was phenomenal. great atmosphere with a peaceful vibe.
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charlie-bird
Points +1127
Classic Vegan restaurant in NYC - Edit
Blossom is a must go for us every time we go to NY.
Read moreThe food is always tasty and the portions are generous. And it's organic!
The tiramisu is the best vegan tiramisu I've ever had!
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GlobeTrotter18
Points +821
Awesome vegan cafe in Chelsea - Edit
Cozy cafe on the edge if the village. Service was great. Lots of vegan options. I had an awesome bendect florentine with rosemary potatoes and asparagus on a glutenfree english muffin. I would highly recommend. I have this spot on my list to come back the next time I am in NYC.
Read morePros: Big menu all vegan, Priced right
Cons: Make reservations for nights and weekends.
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goldconch
Points +497
Homey comfort vegan - Edit
Really enjoyed an impromptu early seating. Reservation seating normally as it is very busy.
Read morePros: Substantial salads - even small, excellent flavours and presentation , Busy and professional
Cons: Tiny washrooms upstairs
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KMcC
Points +71
Great Lunch Option - Edit
I stopped by for a quick solo lunch while I was out exploring NY and really enjoyed both the sweet potato soup (silky and flavorful) and the fried artichokes with a zingy lemon aioli. There were a number of other options on the menu that intrigued me and I had a difficult time deciding. The service was acceptable but nothing special. I thought the (lunchtime) prices were very reasonable by NY standards, particularly for the quality of the food.
Read morePros: Lots of menu options
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nataliabrcoelho
Points +81
Rancid food, too pricy for the quality - Edit
I had a very bad experience. I had high expectation for the chef degustation platter but it was so boring and expensive. The fried dough that looks like an empanada tasted like it was made days ago. My husband ordered the burger with fries but the fries were rancid. We left almost all on the plate. I’m never going back!
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MollyDonchez
Points +38
Wow! - Edit
Found this place through opentable & I’m so glad I did! I got the seitan cordon bleu and it was everything I wanted and more! My (nonvegan) boyfriend had the lasagna and loved
Read moreIt as well! My only complaint on our whole experience was the service, I understand it was a busy night but I felt very rushed, the second we finished eating our plates were cleared. Other than that, I had a great time!
Pros: Lots of options, Accommodating with allergies, Amazing food
Cons: Service, Felt rushed
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VeganOnVacation
Points +275
Great organic vegan food. - Edit
Really nice restaurant with a great organic vegan menu.
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VeganFamilyTravels
Points +1847
Disappointed - Edit
We hate being disappointed by a completely vegan restaurant but unfortunately this is how we felt. The waiter was grumpy, chewing gum, hardly spoke and had a pen behind his ear. The waitress cleared plates and glasses from our table whilst one of us was still eating. This is not something you expect in a fine dining restaurant. One of our main courses arrived before the other and was fairly cold and had to be sent back. We ended up eating our main courses separately. I always get excited when I see ravioli on the menu, but the pasta was a bit thick and chewy. The polenta with the truffle mushroom was lovely but the mushroom itself was a bit bitter. The kale and squash side was delicious. The mash with the seitan picatta was lumpy. We don't mind paying restaurant prices, but for that we do expect restaurant level service. Won't be returning.
Read morePros: Vegan restaurant
Cons: Expensive, Poor service
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gabandtonic
Points +3023
Simply amazing - Edit
The scallop dish is probably one of the best meals I’ve ever had. Everything I tried was amazing, the wine selection was great as well. Just fabulous. Sit upstairs if you can
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toroco11
Points +335
Wonderful at Lunchtime - Edit
Soup and salad were wonderful, great flavors; staff was very accommodating.
Read morePros: Friendly, cozy yet formal atmosphere, Great selectiobs
Cons: None that I wouldn't be reaching to mention here
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IrisCredo
Points +74
Flavorful - Edit
Maybe we weren't completely blown away by the cuisine since we'd come in after hearing such rave reviews, so we may have expected too much. The flavors were good, but found most of the dishes to be not quite as creative (mostly vegan versions of traditional meat dishes) as some other NY venues. For the prices of the dishes, I would've expected more flair in the flavor. This seems like more a place to convince omnivores that plant-based "meat" can taste just like real meat, but seasoned vegans (especially from California/west coast) might not find it that fresh or interesting. I do appreciate what they're doing however 👍🏽
Read moreCons: Spendy
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lizardlucas
Points +1152
Amazing - Edit
Absolutely fantastic food. I took several non vegans here and they couldn't find anything to complain about. The cordon bleu and lasagne were great! Also got the ganache for dessert and while it was a bit rich it was delicious. Very fast service too.
Read morePros: All vegan, Good food, Good service
Cons: Expensive , Reservations necessary
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iindia
Points +16
i want to cry (tears of joy) - Edit
i genuinely have not been this happy in years. i had the caeser with "chicken", my mom had the riggatoni, we had the isreali bourekas for an appetiser, tiramisou for dessert, and the elderflower lemonade to drink. they all were impeccable. i would pay the chef to make me food all day if i could. do! not! miss! this! restaurant! who cares if the food is a little pricey. one night won’t break the bank. COME HERE
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SuzT
Points +937
Delicious - Edit
Great food and good service. Was a bit on the pricey side but well worth it!
Read morePros: Vegan options , Menu choices
Cons: Expensive
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VeggieDoctor
Points +124
Wonderful fancy evening - Edit
I loved this restaurant! The stuffed sweet potato was so delicious and unique. The cheesecake was also very yummy. Cute little place very intimate and great for a special evening.
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Jeanne-ClaireFink
Points +90
Lovely thanksgiving - Edit
Came here for thanksgiving and was happily surprised by the staffs warmth and the amazing food lived up to reviews
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jakertz
Points +103
Amazing! - Edit
Came here for a birthday dinner and was not disappointed! The apple cobbler dessert was a great finish to a wonderful meal!
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dmcknerney
Points +90
Disappointed - Edit
The restaurant is very quaint. It has two levels. The top level is nice and airy. The bottom is busier but still very nice. Food presentation is very nice and the portions are just right.
Read moreBut this is where our positive experience ends. Our server, while not rude, was clearly not into his craft. He didn’t want to be there and was annoyed at us asking for the basics (like water). The tables for 2 are very small and some are so close to your neighbor you might as well just join them and eat as a community.
We ordered apps, entrees and a desert. The soup of the day was the only thing we order with flavor and somewhat fresh. The rest, well it tasted like it was warmed up in microwave. My spouse order lasagna. The meal was dry and the cheese was hard and crusty. I ordered their GF entry and it too failed in taste. The desert, a mousse, was hard, dry and tasted days past its prime.
For the price, I expect better service and fresher food. I definitely wouldn’t suggest this restaurant to a friend and we won’t be going back.
Very disappointed
Pros: 100% Vegan, Nice atmosphere , Allergy options clearly defined on Menu
Cons: Food is not fresh, Poor service, Bland tasting food
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alysescotti
Points +338
Best Food I’ve Ever Had - Edit
They had reservations for the entire night but managed to squeeze us in. The Chefs Sampler Appetizer is pretty good, the avocado toast is the best thing on there. Everything was quick and absolutely perfect. Very attentive service.
Read morePros: Best Food Ever, Great Service, Nice Atmosphere
Cons: Expensive
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amazingmariella
Points +112
Never eaten better food - Edit
I have genuinely never been served better food than at blossom. Blossom has the most delicious food I have EVER tasted in my entire life (including when I ate meat, eggs, and dairy). Their tofu Florentine is DELICIOUS. The mushroom ravioli in truffle sauce is to die for. If you’re willing to spend some money, you get what you pay for. You get high end, classy, delicious food. Very nice staff! I will go back every time I have the chance.
Read morePros: Delicious everything, Great staff, Decent pricing for high end food
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