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Coffee shop in NYC Columbus Circle subway station that offers a multitude of vegan coffee drinks, baked goods, and sandwiches. Baked vegan offerings include pastries, scones, and cookies from local vendors which change on a regular basis. Sandwiches include a vegan prosciutto croissant sandwich and a maple tofu, avocado, spinach & tomato sandwich on focaccia. Non-dairy milks available for coffee include oat, almond, soy, and others upon request. Located underground in the subway station. Open Mon-Fri 7:30am-6:30pm, Sat-Sun 10:00am-6:30pm.


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13 Reviews

First Review by Poundie

alphil

Points +429

Vegan
08 Sep 2024

Can't describe how good their Bagels are

We stumbled across this place on our last day, and I'm so glad we did. They have so many vegan options. We had a sausage and egg bagel and a bacon and egg bagel. Both bagels were incredible, and I can't stop thinking about them. The member of staff behind the counter was super friendly and fun to talk to. When we come back to New York we'll be back, but until then, I'm telling everyone to go here.

veganveg1

Points +359

Vegan
28 Jun 2023

Labeled vegan options

Has several labeled vegan options! Many non-dairy milks available for drinks.

NanaNatalie86

Points +47

Vegan
28 Apr 2023

Absolutely phenomenal breakfast bagel.

100% have to try the ‘Just egg’ ‘cheese’ and ‘sausage’ bagel here. Beyond delicious. Best breakfast by far we have found in NY and tried MANY places before this amazing find. Yum. Staff lovely and friendly. Also remembered our coffee order from the day before. Very sweet.

MoniqueGS

Points +663

Vegan
25 Apr 2023

Little gem in the subway

I'm so glad i heard about this place through HC! We stopped by for a quick lunch before getting on our bus back to Maine. We tried the Prosciutto sandwich & the Breakfast sandwich.
Both were very good.
The service was fast.

iloveveganicecream

Points +984

Herbivore
12 Feb 2023

Great options

They have so many vegan options for sweet and savory items, plus alternative milks for the drinks.

Pros: Lots of options

TabithaA

Points +4794

Vegan
04 Jan 2023

Tasty

Lots of options
Very tasty
Fast service

Pros: Lots of options

hyooo

Points +32

Vegan
11 Oct 2022

One of my favorite spots

I work in the area and have to go through Columbus Circle station pretty much every day. Every time, I have to restrain myself not to come in and grab like five different things. They have so many vegan options it's mindblowing, and they even change their offerings seasonally so it's not the same stuff every time. The workers are really sweet too, and super considerate. Love this place a lot! They deserve 5 stars!

Pros: The most vegan friendly cafe in the area, The vegan prosciutto sandwich is incredible, Extremely friendly and reliable

Cons: Wish they were fully vegan so I could rate 5 stars

marky_mark

Points +22973

Vegan
18 Feb 2022

Actually downunder (under street level)

Chinese-driven takeout, a few seats in middle of aisle/walkway in front if store. Friendly staff; in subway station 'downunder', so
e vegan items. Apricot-almond bars, cookies, muffins.

LeahLenore

Points +111

Vegan
04 Oct 2021

SO MANY OPTIONS

Super friendly service and an absolute ton of options for vegans. I was so impressed with the amount of baked goods, sandwiches, sweet treats and drinks that they have at this awesome little location. The workers are always super friendly and helpful and it’s conveniently located in this really cool Turnstyle Market near Central Park.
As a mother of a three-year-old, I can say I was totally stoked to see that they also had vegan cake pops – so was my kiddo!

Updated from previous review on 2021-10-04

Pros: Lots of vegan options, Located near Central Park

TashaW.Phifer

Points +18

Vegan
11 Sep 2021

LARGE selection of vegan food and treats!

I recommend the Just Eggs sandwich on an everything bagel👩🏾‍🍳💋... this place has the best selection of vegan treats I've seen anywhere and several vegan sandwich options. If you need a grab and go, this is the place for sure👍🏾Enjoy!

Pros: Lots of vegan options, great staff, convenient to, grab on the Go!

Cons: None spotted:)

uesvegan

Points +28

Vegan
10 Sep 2021

Hit the Spot

Down Under Coffee has tasty drinks and a respectable amount of vegan options, ranging from breads, cake pops, muffins, breakfast sandwiches, and regular sandwiches. The Turnstyle location isn’t for everyone but it’s definitely convenient. The interior of the actual store is quiet and cozy. I’ll definitely be coming back next time I’m feeling a snack or breakfast on the go.

newveg!

Points +56

Vegan
04 Aug 2021

It's alright

I tried a sandwich, the pb cookie, and the pop tart (all vegan)

Pros: Very friendly service, Cute shop, Tasty sandwich

Cons: Expensive, Baked goods dry, Baked goods too sweet

Poundie

Points +15533

Vegan
08 Jul 2021

Coffee place in a subway station

This place is located in the Turnstyle Food Court located below ground right before the entrance of the Columbus Circle subway stop--it essentially feels as though you are in a subways station (though it is located before you insert your Metrocard to take the subway). To find this place, go to the north end of the food court. There are a bunch of other food places in the Turnstyle Food Court, but as of now just one other vegan-friendly place (Pressed Juicery).
The coffee here is very good, and they have a bunch of vegan pastries and some vegan savory items as well. It is ideal for takeout to go to nearby Central Park, or to get some takeout coffee and a pastry before going to nearby Lincoln Center or Carnegie Hall. There are some places to sit and eat in the food court itself as well, but do remember--this is in a subway station, so the surroundings are naturally not too pleasant for a relaxed coffee break.

Pros: Good coffee, vegan pastries.

Cons: In a subway station




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