Vegan
International
Organic
Salad bar
Beer/Wine
European
Fusion
Plant-based cafe and wine bar offering lunch and dinner foods. Extensive selection with everything from mezze and fusion bowls to soups and salads. One of several outlets in NYC and Belgium, this one est. 2018. Open Mon-Sun 11:00am-9:00pm.
78 Reviews
First Review by Prufrock
andyjng
Points +5348
Beautiful Vegan Chain - Edit
La Botaniste is a local chain serving plant-based fare in the most gorgeous of settings. I met a friend here for dinner and we had a great time.
Read moreThe aesthetics of this shop really lets you relax compared to the hustle and bustle of the outside world. Upon entering, you either order and grab your food, or find a table to settle down first.
My dinner was the Tibetan Curry which was pretty good but was made much better when you added some baked tofu into the mix. I felt the depth of flavor could've been deeper but was still happy with having a great hearty bowl in the heart of Manhattan be so readily available.
They didn't have their full dessert options available so I'll have to try that the next time I'm back for another round.
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chels2ocean
Points +1136
Surprisingly good - Edit
Just looking at the menu doesn't excite me, but I tried the bolognese pasta and was actually quite happy with it! The herby oil topping makes it extra good!
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melodyg94
Points +52
Yummy and nutritious - Edit
I just stopped in for a snack, but all of the options looked amazing. Everything looked so fresh. The desserts had a lot of healthy ingredients but actually tasted way better than expected. The sushi also had a super great sauce to dip it in.
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Thank you and we hope to see you soon for more amazing fresh plant-based meals.
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LindavanNeerven
Points +272
Delicious! - Edit
Heerlijke gerechten, veel lekkere keuzes
Read morePros: Veel keuze, Vriendelijk
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VeganMusicMan
Points +235
So good - Edit
Went in for a light snack, and it was so good! Vegan sushi roll followed with the omega 3 brownie with cashew cream. Delicious! I will be returning for the bowls, the aroma of the food was outstanding. Also, love the vibe with staff wearing lab coats.
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Thank you and we hope to see you soon for organic vegan meals.
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briannamaphis
Points +4103
sooooo fresh - Edit
i was so upset that when we came here we only wanted drinks and were not hungry! this was such an adorable place. i’ve never seen a fancy vegan chipotle-like place where you build your own bowl. it was crazy. the vibes are sooo nice as well.
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Thank you and we hope to see you soon for more organic plant-based bowls and desserts.
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NayeliAbrego
Points +2987
Love the Tibetan Mama - Edit
So delicious! Sometimes they let you try samples before buying which I recommend :)
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Thank you and we hope to see you soon for more delicious organic plant-based meals.
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teabell
Points +271
Tibetan Mama rocks - Edit
So warm and yummy, perfect for a cold day! Also had the brownie which was incredible! Love how it’s counter service! Such a great location and fab healthy quick plant based food!
Read morePros: Taste, Location , Organic and plant based
Le_Botaniste
Thank you for visiting our beautiful location on Grand street. Come see us for more organic vegan bowls.
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veganqueenofqueensnyc
Points +1299
Love! - Edit
As with the other LB locations, the food here is healthy, satisfying and delicious 😋
Read moreIn addition, the staff here is pleasingly friendly and upbeat and I appreciated the brief but friendly conversation while paying for my meal at the register (tell me you like my smile, and you just MIGHT get a bigger tip! 😀)
Pros: Healthy, delicious and satisfying , Friendly, upbeat staff, Great atmosphere
ultraviolet.gomez
Makes me miss NY!!! Love LB!
Read moreWalktell
I definitely need to try again!
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Thank you and see you soon for more plant-based meals.
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JaclynLlyn
Points +18
Beautiful In Every Way - Edit
From the ambience, to the food, to the warmth of the staff, this place was gorgeous. I can understand why the mission statement is “food as medicine,” I honestly felt like the Moroccan stew had healing properties it was so delicious. A fantastic use of spices like saffron and tumeric, a commendable wine selection - highly recommend!
Read morePros: The menu, The staff, The ambience
Le_Botaniste
Thank you for your great review. We are happy you have enjoyed your visit. We hope to see you soon for more organic vegan bowls.
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VeganLens
Points +1342
So unique, healthy and delicious - Edit
This was an incredible find in NYC. I loved the whole entire concept. Let food be thy medicine! Everything at Le Botaniste is vegan and organic. They have bowls, salads, sushi, desserts, and a great wine bar. You can go down the line and create your own bowl. We got the Pasta Bolo, which was incredible! The food is also colorful and vibrant being in its natural state. Everyone was also super friendly and helpful and the atmosphere of the restaurant was wonderful.
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Thank you and we hope to see you soon for more plant power.
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lulutmlnsn
Points +243
delicious cozy food - Edit
this is one of my favourite vegan spots. i often bring my non - vegan best friend here and she also loves it. i order the coconut ceviche as my side and for my main i love to have either the moroccan stew over rice [ with peas and pea shoots ] or the coconut curry over rice [ again , with peas and pea shoots lol ]. ive only tried those as well as the chocolate chip pecan cookie and i love tht as well. my bestie says she cannot tell the difference between this vegan cookie and any non - vegan cookie -- and she even took home the half of it tht i didnt finish. ive eaten here countless times but one time in particular rly stands out to me. my best friend and i were being chased and harassed by a group of men in a car while we were on the sidewalk. we were already on our way to le botaniste, but we had to run into the restaurant terrified for our safety. the staff were, as always, lovely and were looking out for us in this situation. their kindness prevented our night out from being ruined and we had a rly great experience thanks to them. me and my bestie feel safe in this restaurant and we love coming here. i suppose its just a plus that the food is also absolutely delicious loll☺️
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-11-25
Pros: rly rly yummy food, incredibly kind and supportive staff, relaxed atmosphere
Le_Botaniste
Thank you for your review. We are happy to see you had a great organic plant-based dining experience. We hope to see you soon for more plant power.
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GeminiDreamer47
Points +103
Tastes as good as it looks - Edit
Had the Omega 3 Brownie with the cashew cream, and a Quinoa Peanut Butter cookie. Both were absolutely gorgeous, but I'm not a big fan of the cashew cream. Might be worth trying to make it with Oatmilk instead.
Read moreValue for money's quite lovely. Have to say I'm a cheapskate when it comes to eating out, so I almost expected to walk in, look at the menu prices then walk straight back out haha =P
But that wasn't the case.
Staff were courteous and helpful too, cheers.
I'd already had a main meal with family at a Chinese restaurant nearby. Then I accidentally came across this Le Botaniste, and I regretted having the tofu bowl with plain rice LOL, when I could have basically walked a couple of streets over and gone here instead. At least I know what to look for now, because if I'm ever in the big apple again, I'll be sure to dine here ; )
Nice one.
Pros: Good range of lush starters, mains and desserts, Smart place with a chilled atmosphere, Courteous and helpful staff
Cons: Maybe a little tricky to find if you're new to NY
Le_Botaniste
Hello there, happy to see you have discovered us. We have 5 locations in NYC and look forward to see you soon for organic vegan meals.
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caoba
Points +24
Great food, friendly staff, good prices - Edit
In a matter of days, Le Botaniste has become my default place to eat in NYC
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Thank you. We are thrilled you enjoyed your visits.
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Fridaa
Points +104
Great food! - Edit
Friendly staff, lovely food and alot to choose from. You can even taste before you order. The lemonade is great and everything is really fresh!
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Thank you and we hope to see you soon for more organic vegan bowls and drinks.
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AlexiaL
Points +715
Let food be thy medicine, gluten free, whole food deliciousness - Edit
This is a great place where you can build to a bowl with organic, quality, thoughtful and healing options.
Read moreYou must get the brownie.
Updated from previous review on 2023-11-09
Pros: Gluten free, Clean, While food options
Le_Botaniste
Thank you for your kind words. We hope to see you soon for more organic vegan dining experience.
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SoyKal-El
Points +4940
Delicious dessert - Edit
Tried the chocolate chia pudding from here and was very impressed. I’d definitely be open to trying more of the menu later.
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Thank you and we hope to see you for more organic desserts.
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DV30
Points +54
Great options - Edit
I love my meal, the place and the service. A must try in Soho!
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Awake1234
Points +1468
So goood! - Edit
Creative organic plant based. Must come by when in SOHO!
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Thank you and we hope to see you soon for some plant power!
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San&Ruben
Points +110
Amazing food - Edit
We took the mediterian salade and the botenical salad. Great portions, amazing tastes!
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Thank you and come see us soon for more organic plant-based menu.
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johannes_1899
Points +1163
Nice place - Edit
Tasty, although partially a little bit bland
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Thank you for your feedback.
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joalsmom
Points +16
Excellent and Unexpected - Edit
My son and I stopped by on a whim. Outstanding service and great food!!!
Read moreLe_Botaniste
Thank you and happy to see you discovered us. Come see us soon for organic vegan dining experience.
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Ameisherry
Points +10332
Love the raw vegan options - Edit
Love the raw vegan options from this store , there’s no much raw vegan options but can pick the raw veggies from the bar and make your own bowls out of it😄
Read moreLe_Botaniste
Thank you and happy to see you enjoyed our organic plant-based bowls.
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laurenwildbolz.com
Points +16
really tasty - Edit
very cool to make the choice between warm
Read moreand raw dishes felt very nourished after this visit, I love it!
Le_Botaniste
Thank you and see you for more plant power!
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DineshAdhikari
Points +264
Okay Food - Edit
Food taste was ok but have small potions. I wont really call it as restaurant as food has to be ordered at country, wait there to carry yourself.
Read morePros: Fully Vegan, Good location
Cons: Small potion, Lack of protein in meal, Service
Le_Botaniste
Thank you for your feedback.
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AnneB13
Points +94
Very friendly service and incredible food - Edit
Every time I come in to order I am greeted with the nicest servers and eat great food!!
Read moreLe_Botaniste
Thank you Anne, will pass the message to our wonderful team. Take care and see you soon for more great organic food!
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tbeanjean
Points +29
Wow just wow - Edit
What can I say? Insanely fresh and delicious. Love how you can customize the bowls to your liking and go heavier or lighter depending on the day. My partner & I really loved the turmeric onions, Kimchi and Chili (especially the chili combined with the sauerkraut). Even the lettuce was insanely crisp and fresh- probably the crunchiest & most flavorful kale / romaine I’ve ever had. Veggie balls looked like they were going to be super crispy & crumbly like a falafel, but they were more wholesome and similar to a bread-like texture which was different than I expected, still really good tho. Can’t wait to go back and try more! Already dreaming of the day.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-04-06
Pros: Super fresh, Customizable
Cons: Expensive
Le_Botaniste
WAOUW! Thank you for this stellar review. We hope to see you again soon for more plant-based delicious food and wines!
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