Vegan
International
Beer/Wine
Delivery
Take-out
Caribbean
Catering
Small veggie food shop with an extensive menu featuring soul food, mockmeat dishes, sandwiches, Asian dishes, pasta, desserts, and more. Fixed menu is a good deal with large portions. Fully vegan since Feb 2020. Quiet atmosphere but gets busy. Does not take reservations. Open Mon-Sun 12:00pm-9:00pm.
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140 West 4th St (at Washington Square and 6th Ave, West Village, Manhattan), New York City, New York, USA, 10014
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Last update on 18 Oct 2023 by Guest
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133 Reviews
First Review by Poundie
xHoneyx
Points +35
So yummy - Edit
Omg . Second time I’m here Best vegan ever
Read morePros: Staff, Food
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DEdoc
Points +324
Extensive menu - Edit
Indoor seating, huge variety of food choices including dessert. I had an eggplant hero, came with sauce on the side. Eggplant was too greasy for me but the rest of my family very much enjoyed their choices. Thai beef curry, sweet n sour chicken. Friendly staff.
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daleaucoin
Points +58
Fake Meat Fix - Edit
I hadn't been in years and went recently with a friend. I had the ribs which were pretty tasty but dry and chewy. The mashed potatoes and gravy was tiny and disappointing. I find most of their "meats" to be a bit on the tough side. I do however like how big their menu is and the food is always fresh.
Read morePros: big menu, good variety
Cons: can be loud and crowded, noisy chairs
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chels2ocean
Points +1186
Huge menu, probably hit or miss - Edit
Came here for the first time with a group. Really nice staff. I tried the BBQ buffalo wings and the vegetable tempura. The wings were good, the sauce use is very tasty, but I do wish the seitan or soy meat that they use was a little less tough. The tempura wasn't bad but not what I expected, it's not a light airy batter. I probably wouldn't order the tempura again. Every one else seemed happy with what they ordered. It's a huge menu so lots of things to try next time, and they have desserts from vegan treats which is a plus!
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catenthusiast
Points +87
My fav in Manhattan - Edit
Everything is delicious! Their desserts are the best vegan cakes at a restaurant!
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suikunkun
Points +791
Wow! - Edit
Tasty vegan stuff with an extensive menu! Interesting mix of Asian and American food with many things to try. I got the popcorn shrimp - very nice - and the teriyaki salmon. Both tasted good though I wasn't a huge fan of the shrimp sauce or the vegetables on the side (a bit plain). But overall a great place to go for sure!
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Xxlauraann
Points +219
Varied menu - Edit
We shared some starters and had a main each- the portions were generous meaning unfortunately we didn't finish all of it but all of the food was so delicious! Friendly and welcoming staff too. Definitely recommend.
Read morePros: Variation, Portion size
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NYCswimmer
Points +675
Ok vegan food - Edit
Nice service. Quick and efficient
Read moreThe food tastes pretty much the same regardless of the dish
Pros: Bamboo nuggets , Dragonfly dumplings
Cons: Collard green rolls, Coconut almond Chicken , Asian dumplings
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Annukka
Points +263
Einfach köstlich! - Edit
Sehr leckeres Essen und nette Bedienung - und preislich für New York auch völlig in Ordnung. Große Empfehlung!
Read morePros: Very tasty food, Lots of choice, Friendly staff
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kmoffatt
Points +172
Great old school vegan place - Edit
Crab Rangoons were great. Lots of mock meat options here. Recommend sesame beef
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maraschino
Points +701
classic - Edit
Been eating here for 10 years. It used to be impossible to get a table! Staff is friendly and helpful, and can’t beat the extremely expansive menu and great location. The food is straightforward, basics - tough comparisons these days in NYC but it still hits the spot. Sleeper dish: Yummy side of greens.
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Vegan4life83
Points +45
One of my long time favorites - Edit
I’ve been coming to Red Bamboo for at least 15 years and it is a go to spot when I’m in the village and want a meal. It usually has a bit of a wait especially at peak times , a testament to its popularity (and no reservations) and tinier , intimate space . Of course this is supposed to be soul food so if you’re looking for a “whole food” experience go to Le Botaniste lol!! This is delicious and it comes well before some of these newer “trendier “ vegan places . It has always stayed consistent and prices are fine . I hope Red Bamboo stays around for a very long time !
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Tucker333
Points +569
Super fairly priced but food was nawt good :( - Edit
Maybe we didn't order the right things but of what we had, really nothing impressed us and we left pretty disappointed. We ordered the crab rangoon, seitan katsu, and red curry. The curry was definitely the best, and the only reason I can justify giving a 2 instead of a 1. As someone who is vegan and does not eat imitation meat/cheese, it felt impossible to find something to eat here, as everything seemed to be imitation chicken or beef. Overall, the group thought the crab rangoon was a 3-5 out of 10, the katsu was a 2.5-3 out of 10, and the curry was a solid 6 out of 10. I don't think any of us will return, unfortunately, even though it is in such a convenient location and at such a reasonable price (~20 per person). I've also been so excited to try it and was so sad to be let down.
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tolmeia07
Points +559
Absolutely delicious and fairly priced! - Edit
A really lovely spot with an incredible menu and very delicious food! Great portion sizes for the price!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-09-20
Pros: Amazing choices , Delicious , Good prices
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sls79
Points +115
Delicious and so much choice! - Edit
I was short on time so a bit worried I wouldn't be able to order and finish my meal in time, turns out I did! Ordered the 'beef' Thai massaman curry with rice - it was delicious and such a huge portion! The lady serving was lovely and I felt right at home. Will definitely visit again when I'm next in NYC.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-09-14
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RebeccaSullivan
Points +4081
Delicious Food - Edit
Been here a few times and food is always incredible. Highly recommend!
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MatEP
Points +58
Total Winner - Edit
Unbelievable food, great atmosphere and a fantastic location. Not wheelchair accessible in any way but worth the extra effort
Read morePros: Amazing food!
Cons: Non-accessible
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agentfword
Points +190
A neighborhood staple - Edit
Delicious food, chill atmosphere, kind people! The jerk seitan skewers and the spicy mock chicken with broccoli fed two of us amply. I was so into the food, I didn't even think of a photo til our plates were clean.
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DianaGoFish
Points +218
Great variety! - Edit
Lots of variety! Very hard to choose. The seitan jerk skewers were great. Collards with soy ham were a little dull. I’m eager to try more things!
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lukec98
Points +693
THE BEST PLACE EVER! - Edit
I cannot stress how fantastic this restaurant really is. The food is out of this world, the staff are SO nice and chatty and the options are unreal. Hands down the best spot in New York.
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JasonManias
Points +1387
Thanksgiving Feast - Edit
Not part of their normal menu obviously but the thanksgiving feast was amazing
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klingsor
Points +76
NYC favorite - Edit
Such a great spot. I started going here ~15 years ago when I lived in NYC. I love to come back and visit my old haunts, though many are now gone (RIP Sacred Chow).
Read moreRed Bamboo is as good as it ever was, maybe even better. Great food, reasonable prices, friendly staff and just a cool space
Pros: Lots of good options from varied cuisines, Reasonably priced , Delicious!
Guest
Mizzen
Points +42
Yummy - Edit
My favorite place for Vegan Fried Rice and Cakes
Read morePros: A go-to for my Asian Food fix, Vegan Cake!
Cons: The burgers are okay, but not fab
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JulieVargo
Points +115
Fresh, delicious veggies, huge menu! - Edit
We had black bean veggie stir fry and two side salads for lunch. Everything tasted so fresh and amazing. Salad dressing and sauce were complex and clean. I wish I saved space for dessert because the menu looked amazing. We’ll be back soon and often!
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leg
Points +406
Friendly Staff, Quick Service - Edit
This restaurant is like the size of a studio apartment, yet it is filled with so much character. I love seeing people veganizing their own cultural dishes, and this menu is full of ethnic foods turned vegan. There were a lot of things I wanted to try. I got two appetizers instead of a main course. I got the Caribbean jerk-spiced seitan skewers and the almond coconut chick’n. I enjoyed both, but I think the latter wins. The texture of both were amazing. The seitan was not overly chewy like many are, and the chicken was very crispy on the outside. Both had great flavor. The family next to me seemed to be enjoying their food too (even the little kids). The little bathroom is very nice. The staff was extremely friendly, and I never had to wait a second because they were always right there and alert (even though there was only 1 waitress and 1 hostess). I do have one minuscule criticism which is that the menu is 100% meat alternatives. I understand the point is to give us vegans the foods we can’t typically enjoy, but we want everyone to enjoy vegan food. This leaves some people like my mom (an omnivore), who is willing to eat vegan food, but only naturally-vegan food like legumes, vegetables, tofu, etc., out.
Read morePros: Great service, Diverse menu, Intimate
Cons: Menu lacks produce
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Libra77
Points +3520
Red Bamboo - Edit
We absolutely loved it here. Extensive menu, something for everyone. One of our favourites in NYC when we visited.
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EthanMinter
Points +99
So Many Options - Edit
They have a million options and they’re all solid. Big fan of this place.
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