New Jersey is home to a vibrant and diverse food scene, and the vegetarian and vegan community is no exception. For those seeking plant-based dining options, the state offers a wide array of restaurants that cater to various tastes and preferences. The Vegetarian Journal’s Guide to Vegetarian and Vegan Restaurants in New Jersey is an invaluable resource for navigating this rich culinary landscape. Here’s a glimpse into what the guide has to offer:
Comprehensive Listings
The guide provides an extensive list of vegetarian and vegan restaurants across New Jersey, ensuring that diners can find delicious plant-based options no matter where they are. From bustling cities to charming suburbs, the guide covers a broad spectrum of eateries, each offering its unique take on vegetarian and vegan cuisine.
Categorized Recommendations
To make your search easier, the guide categorizes restaurants based on different factors, including:
- Cuisine Types: Whether you’re in the mood for American, Asian, Mediterranean, or Latin cuisine, the guide highlights establishments that specialize in various culinary traditions, all while adhering to vegetarian and vegan principles.
- Dining Style: From casual diners and food trucks to upscale bistros and fine dining establishments, the guide covers a range of dining experiences to suit different occasions and budgets.
- Specialty Dishes: Discover restaurants known for their innovative dishes, such as vegan sushi, plant-based burgers, or gourmet salads. The guide often includes recommendations for standout dishes that are particularly popular or highly rated.
Local Favorites and Hidden Gems
The Vegetarian Journal’s guide not only features well-known and established restaurants but also uncovers hidden gems and local favorites. These lesser-known spots offer unique flavors and often have a loyal following among the local vegetarian and vegan communities.
User-Friendly Features
- Location and Accessibility: Each listing provides detailed information on the restaurant’s location, including address, phone number, and website. Many entries also include details about accessibility features, such as parking options and whether the restaurant is wheelchair accessible.
- Menu Highlights: The guide offers insights into the types of dishes available at each restaurant, often highlighting menu items that are particularly noteworthy or unique.
- Reviews and Ratings: For added convenience, the guide includes reviews and ratings from diners, offering a snapshot of what to expect and helping you make informed decisions about where to eat.
Sustainability and Community Focus
In addition to listing restaurants, the guide often highlights establishments that prioritize sustainability and community involvement. Many vegetarian and vegan restaurants are committed to using locally sourced ingredients, minimizing waste, and supporting ethical practices.
Seasonal and Special Events
The guide also provides information about seasonal specials and events hosted by various restaurants. Whether it’s a vegan food festival, a special holiday menu, or a cooking class, the guide helps you stay informed about exciting events in the vegetarian and vegan food scene.
The Vegetarian Journal’s Guide to Vegetarian and Vegan Restaurants in New Jersey is an essential resource for anyone interested in exploring the diverse and delicious world of plant-based dining. With its comprehensive listings, categorized recommendations, and user-friendly features, the guide makes it easy to find and enjoy vegetarian and vegan restaurants throughout the state. Whether you’re a longtime vegetarian, a curious newcomer, or simply looking to try something new, this guide will help you discover the best plant-based dining experiences New Jersey has to offer.
Asbury Park
Cookman Creamery
711 Cookman Ave., Asbury Park, NJ 07712
(732) 361-5215
Ice cream parlor. Cookman Creamery crafts delicious ice cream flavors from local ingredients. The creamery also makes a variety of pies, cakes, and cookies. Vegan ice cream is made with coconut cream, agave, and brown rice syrup. Flavors include Bourbon Maple Pecan, Rosemary Maple Beet, Mexican Hot Chocolate, and AP Chocolate Stout. Traditional ice cream flavors include White Chocolate Mocha, Cinnamon Toast, and Apple Pie. Take home a pint of your favorite flavor!
Hours vary seasonally; call ahead
Counter service
vegan options
take-out, catering
VISA/MC/DISC, $
Crust & Crumble Pizzeria
658 Cookman Ave., Asbury Park, NJ 07712
(732) 776-7767
Pizzeria. Crust & Crumble is an authentic pizzeria at the Jersey shore. Their separate vegan menu features subs, pastas, and pizzas with both vegan cheese and vegan mockmeats. Try vegan sandwiches like the Cali ‘Chicken,’ Sausage & Pepper, or ‘Meatball’ Hero. Portions are quite generous so come hungry! Crust & Crumble is located inside the Shoppes at the Arcade.
Open Wednesday through Monday for lunch and dinner. Closed Tuesday
Full service
vegan options
take-out, delivery, catering
VISA/MC/DISC, $-$$$
Purple Glaze
516 Summerfield Ave., Asbury Park, NJ 07712
(732) 361-5308
Bakery. Offers hand-crafted vegan vanilla and chocolate cake donuts with numerous vegan toppings.
Open Thursday through Monday for breakfast and lunch. Closed Tuesday and Wednesday
Counter service
take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $
Twisted Tree Café
609 Cookman Ave., Asbury Park, NJ 07712
(732) 775-2633
Coffeehouse/café. If you’re near the New Jersey shore, then you must pay a visit to the Twisted Tree Café! Menu items include the Tofu Meatball Wrap, Soy Chicken Salad Sandwich, and Focaccia Melt. They have homemade baked goods such as vegan cookies, brownies, and muffins; enjoy your dessert with a cup of coffee that includes your choice of soy, rice, almond, oat, hazelnut, or hemp milk. The Twisted Tree Café strongly supports the arts in their community. They feature the works of local photographers and artists on their walls and local musicians play live music on weekends.
Open Thursday through Sunday for lunch. Closed Monday through Wednesday
Limited service
vegan options
take-out, smoothies, soymilk, espresso
VISA/MC, $-$$
Atlantic Highlands
··Wild In The Treats
183 First Ave., Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716
732-872-4449
Vegan bakery. This is a gluten-free vegan bakery. Menu items include granola bars, scones, chocolate whiskey ganache, brownies, jelly bars, biscotti, muffins, turnovers, large cakes, cheesecakes, bundts, and even applesauce molasses dog treats.
Open Wednesday through Sunday for breakfast and lunch. Closed Monday and Tuesday
Counter service
vegan options
take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$
Audobon
··Lesbiveggies
112 W. Merchant St., Audobon, NJ 08106
(856) 278-1496
Vegan/eclectic. LesbiVeggies provides gluten-free, vegan food including Peach Cobbler Pancakes, Zucchini Corn Fritters, Blackened Cajun Cauliflower Sandwich, Coconut Curry Noodles, a Collard Burger, and much more.
Open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Open Sunday for brunch and lunch. Closed Monday
Delivery only
vegan options
delivery
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$
Avon-by-the-Sea
··From Seed to Sprout
410 Main St., Avon-by-the-Sea, NJ 07717
(732) 774-7333
Vegan/organic/raw foods/juice bar. From Seed to Sprout offers organic, whole foods that are made from scratch, including their own coconut milk. They use spelt flour or sprouted grain bread to maintain a gluten-free environment. They strictly use agave nectar for any sweetening. The restaurant has raw options, and a raw food cleanse program. Favorite menu items include Raw Eggnog Cheesecake, Foccacia, Sesame Miso Marinated Tempeh, Ginger Gelato, and Kelp Noodles. They are known for their fantastic Sunday brunches, featuring Chick Pea Frittata, Cashew Battered French Toast, Blueberry Spelt Pancakes, and Tofu Rancheros. Reservations are required for Thursday’s dinner. The restaurant is closed between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours.
Open daily for breakfast and lunch
Full service
take-out, catering, fresh juices, smoothies, espresso/cappuccino
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$
Bay Head
·Playa Bowls
68 Bridge Ave., Bay Head, NJ 08742
Vegetarian. See description under Belmar, NJ entry.
vegan options
Bayonne
··House of Flavor
911 Broadway, Bayonne, NJ 07002
(212) 858-4200
Vegan. House of Flavor is a vegan café that incorporates Spanish and Caribbean classics into a diverse menu. Whether you are in the mood for nachos, a salad, a savory entrée, or a classic smoothie, House of Flavor has something for everyone.
Open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Open Sunday for lunch. Closed Monday
Limited service
vegan options
fresh jujices, take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$
Belmar
··Kaya’s Kitchen
1000 Main St., Belmar, NJ 07719
(732) 280-1141
Vegan/natural foods. This vegan restaurant features an international menu with choices like French onion soup, Oriental sesame salad, tacos, and falafel. If you’re in the mood for some good ol’ American food, try the vegetarian meatloaf with mashed potatoes and vegan gravy or seitan steak also served with mashed potatoes and vegetables. There are also blackboard specials every night that include vegan desserts. Kaya’s is located at the corner of 10th & Main.
Open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner. Closed Monday
Full service
vegan options
take-out, catering, fresh juices, smoothies, special beverages, BYOB
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$-$$$
·Playa Bowls
803 Ocean Ave., Belmar, NJ 07719
(732) 556-6897
Vegetarian. Enjoy a wide variety of Acai bowls, fruit bowls, and smoothies. Leave out the honey and they can be made vegan.
Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Counter service
vegan options
take-out
VISA/MC/DISC, $
Beverly
··La Lus Vegan Café
313 Warren St., Beverly, NJ 08010
609-372-7413
Vegan café. There are a number of tasty items on the menu, including vegan beef Cheezesteak, falafel, zucchini fries, Honey I’m Home Cornbread, banana pudding, and more. Excellent customer service and an accessible location with parking on the street. There is a limited number of seats available.
Open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner. Closed Monday
Full service
vegan options
fresh juices, take-out
MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$$
Bloomfield
Pizzanda
128 Montgomery St., Bloomfield, NJ 07003
973-900-8668
Pizzeria. They have a separate vegan menu with options such as vegan chicken sliders, chili fries, caprese salad, vegan soups, vegan chicken cutlet dinner, vegan mac and cheese, giant vegan burrito, vegan pasta dishes and pizza, vegan calzone and stromboli, sandwiches, empanadas, vegan desserts, and more.
Open daily for lunch and dinner
Full service
vegan options
take-out, delivery, catering
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$
Bradley Beach
··Luna Verde
400 Main St., Bradley Beach, NJ 07720
(732) 361-8180
Vegan/Mexican. Enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine vegan style! Appetizers include guacamole, pico de gallo, nachos, and more. Also enjoy salads and soups, as well as tacos, burritos, fajitas, chimichangas, and tostadas (some filled with seitan or mushrooms). Dessert options include vegan flan and tres leches (vanilla cake with fluffy cream and strawberries). Finally, for brunch enjoy sweet pineapple tamales, no huevos rancheros (tofu Scramble served w/ refried beans, handmade corn tortillas, avocado, crema & fruit), Panqueques Dorados o con Maiz Dulce (three golden pancakes (flour) served w/tofu scramble and fruit), and more.
Open Thursday through Tuesday for lunch and dinner. Closed Wednesday
Counter service
vegan options
fresh juice, beer/wine, take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$
Brick
Sentosa Restaurant
2063 Rt. 88, Brick, NJ 08724
(732) 892-9595
Chinese/Malaysian. Sentosa Restaurant is a popular and very veg-friendly eatery. Among their numerous vegetarian and vegan selections are Malaysian entrées served with brown rice and dishes made with soy protein mockmeats or tofu.
Open Monday for dinner. Open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner
Full service
vegan options
take-out, delivery, catering
VISA/MC/DISC, $-$$
Cape May
(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Stone Harbor and Wildwood.)
Mad Batter
19 Jackson St., Cape May, NJ 08204
(609) 884-5970
Café/bar/venue. This café offers many vegan options including organic fruit and nut granola, vegan BLT breakfast sandwich, vegan black bean and tofu tostados, and vegan tofu scrambler for breakfast. For lunch enjoy the vegan black bean wrap along with several vegan side dishes including vegan corned “beef” hash. For dinner you can try vegan white bean ravioli, various pizzas with vegan cheese, vegan tostadas, etc. They have live music every night!
Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Full service
vegan options
wine/beer/alcohol, take-out, catering
VISA/MC/DISC, $-$$$
Cherry Hill
·Naked Lunch Café
1631 Kings Hwy N., Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
(856) 685-5760
Vegetarian. This organic vegetarian café offers many vegan and raw options as well. Enjoy a wide variety of bowls, salads, sandwiches, soups, and juices.
Open daily for lunch and dinner
Counter service
vegan options
fresh juices, take-out
VISA/MC/DISC, $
Norma’s Eastern Mediterranean Cuisine
145 Barclay Farms Shopping Center, Route 70 East, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
(856) 795-1373
Middle Eastern/Mediterranean. Norma’s Eastern Mediterranean Cuisine is a great option if you are looking for some delicious Mediterranean food! It is not purely a vegetarian/vegan restaurant, however their menus are clearly labeled so you know if a dish is vegan, vegetarian, or gluten-free. They serve a variety of vegan dishes including hummus, Baba Ghanouj, lentil soup, and a falafel salad. They have a wide assortment of other soups, sandwiches, salads, and platters available to vegans and vegetarians alike.
Open daily for lunch and dinner
Full service
vegan options
take-out, delivery
VISA/MC/DISC, $-$$
Silver Diner
2131 New Jersey 38, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
(856) 910-1240
American/diner. Silver Diner serves American diner food but offers several vegetarian and vegan selections (both noted on the menu). Some of their vegan items include Avocado Toast, Meatless Tacos, Lemony Chickpea Hummus and Cauliflower Pita, Veggie Chili, Thai Cauliflowr Quinoa Pasta, Just Egg Benedict, Meatless Taco Bowl, Oatmilk Protein Pancakes, Just Egg Breakfast Tacos, Plant Based Shakes, and more. They often use whole grain breads and offer gluten-free items as well as entrées under 600 calories. This location of Silver Diner is across from the Cherry Hill Mall.
Open Monday through Saturday for three meals through late night service. Open Sunday for three meals
Full service
vegan options
take-out, beer/wine
VISA/MC, $-$$
Cliffside Park
··Nefista
656 Anderson Ave., Cliffside Park, NJ 07010
201-774-4080
Vegan. Enjoy vegan Turkish dishes including Kofte, lavash bread, herbed chickpeas, hummus, and baklava. They also serve sushi, tacos, and bowls. Please note that they may offer a yogurt based non-vegan beverage in the cooler.
Open Wednesday through Monday for lunch and dinner. Open Tuesday for dinner
Counter service
vegan options
take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$
Clifton
··Happy Vegan
1279 Main Ave., Clifton, NJ 07011
(973) 928-1301
Vegan. The Happy Vegan specializes in Turkish vegan food. Order the Vegan Çig Köfte made with crack wheat, tomatoes, pepper, red pepper juice, pomegranate sauce, garlic, and mint. Another great option is the crispy tofu salad filled with fried tofu, walnuts, salad, tomatoes, and carrots. On the side, try the dr. OZ Green Juice with apple, celery, ginger, and lemon. For dessert try the delicious Baklava stuffed with dough, pistachio, and vegan butter.
Open daily for lunch and dinner
Full service
vegan options
fresh juices, take-out, delivery
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $
Clinton
·Grounded For Life
20 Leigh St. (Rear Building), Clinton, NJ 08809
(908) 894-5258
Vegetarian. Grounded For Life is a wellness cafe with a heavy focus on a plant based diet. The cafe’s goal is to raise consciousness on how food choices effect health, families, community and earth. Organic and locally sourced ingredients are used to create menu options, whenever possible. Breakfast is served all day and includes muffins, cookies, and tacos. There are a variety of sandwiches, veggie dogs, quinoa wraps, and grounded BLTs made with smokey tempeh. There’s also an impressive selection of smoothies, teas, and other beverages.
Open daily for breakfast and lunch
vegan options
take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $
Collingswood
Thai Basil
653 Haddon Ave., Collingswood, NJ 08108
(856) 833-0098
Thai. They have many items under their vegetarian section of their menu including Ginger Mock Duck, Vegetable and Tofu Street Noodle, Sweet and Sour Mock Chicken, etc.
Open Tuesday through Friday for lunch and dinner. Open Saturday and Sunday for dinner. Closed Monday
Full service
vegan options
take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$
The Pop Shop
729 Haddon Ave., Collingswood, NJ 08108
856-869-0111
American. This retro soda fountain offers several vegan options that are clearly marked on their menu. Enjoy Bettys (vegan pancakes), Tofu Scramble, Vegetarian Philly Cheese (made with vegan cheese and seitan), Veggie Quesadilla (made with vegan cheese), and housemade vegan ice cream. They also have a party room and offer special events for all ages. Outdoor seating available weather permitting.
Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Full service
vegan options
take-out, delivery, catering
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$
Cranford
·Ester’s Bakery and Vegetarian Kitchen
408 Centennial Ave., Cranford, NJ 07016
Vegetarian/bakery. Ester’s Bakery & Vegetarian Kitchen serves blueberry bread, scones, muffins, cookies, and other delectable meals and baked goods. Desserts flavors vary depending on whether they are seasonal or local. The atmosphere is light and airy, with large windows allowing natural light to shine through.
Open Thursday through Saturday for breakfast and lunch. Closed Sunday through Wednesday
Counter service
vegan options
take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$
Denville
Café Metro
60 Diamond Spring Rd., Denville, NJ 07834
(973) 625-1055
Café. Café Metro offers a diverse menu with vegetarian and vegan options, including stir-fries, grilled and steamed vegetables, soups, and salads in a completely smoke-free environment. Reservations are recommended.
Open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner. Open Saturday for dinner. Closed Sunday
Full service
vegan options
catering, take-out, fresh juices, espresso/cappuccino, smoothies, BYOB, outdoor seating
VISA/MC/AMEX/DC, $$
··Mo’pweeze Bakery
32 Broadway, Denville, NJ 07834
(973) 627-2300
Vegan/bakery. Mo’Pweeze bakes delicious treats including cupcakes, cakes, and bread that also happen to be free of the top 8 main allergens as well as vegan. According to the business they are always dairy, egg, nut, gluten, and soy free, and now certified kosher as well!
Open Tuesday through Saturday late breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Closed Sunday and Monday
Counter service
vegan options
take-out, delivery, catering
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$-$$$
··Veggie Heaven
57 Bloomfield Ave., Denville, NJ 07834
(973) 586-7800
Vegan/Asian. Veggie Heaven offers an extensive vegan menu including soups, noodle dishes, and mockmeats. Desserts include Vanilla Soy Cheesecake, Tofu Ice Cream (vanilla almond bark, wild berry, chocolate, or butter pecan), and the extremely popular Green Tea Cake.
Open Wednesday through Monday for lunch and dinner. Closed Tuesday
Full service
take-out, delivery, catering, fresh juices, smoothies, special beverages, BYOB
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$-$$$
East Windsor
··Cinnaholic
Town Center Shopping Center, 319 US-130 Unit 24, East Windsor, NJ 08520
609-301-8839
Vegan/bakery. Cinnaholic offers over 30 flavors of gourmet cinnamon rolls — and they are all vegan! Some include Almond, Blackberry, Butterscotch, Caramel, Cream Soda, Key Lime, Root Beer, & Pomegranate. Toppings range from Cookie Dough Chunks to Shredded Coconut and everything in between. They offer other sweet treats including cookies, brownies, muffins, specialty pie rolls, and baby buns (mini cinnamon rolls). If your sweet tooth has still not been sated, have a Frosting Shot!
Open daily for lunch and dinner
Counter service
vegan options
take-out, delivery, catering
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$
·Honest Restaurant
9 Princeton Hightstown Rd., East Windsor, NJ 08520
609-222-4481
Vegetarian/Indian. At Honest Restaurant you will find authentic Indian cuisine. They started as a family street cart based in Ahmedabad. You can now find them in Canada and various locations in the United States. All dishes are cooked to order, and you’ll never find frozen or processed foods here! Samosas, dosas, vegetable dal, and rice dishes are all great options to try! If you’re vegan, ask if the food is cooked with ghee, cheese, or yogurt, and if it can be prepared without them. You will also find interesting menu items such as pizza, sandwiches, and Indian Chinese dishes.
Open Thursday through Tuesday for lunch and dinner. Closed Wednesday
Full service
vegan options
take-out, catering
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$-$$$
Edgewater
Whole Foods Market
905 River Rd., Edgewater, NJ 07020
(201) 941-4000
Natural foods store/deli. A wide variety of vegetarian and vegan foods are offered in the deli and on the salad bar.
Open daily
Cafeteria
vegan options
take-out, fresh juices,
VISA/MC, $-$$
Edison
·Honest Restaurant
1681 Oak Tree Rd., Edison, NJ 08820
(732) 243-9213
Vegetarian/Indian. At Honest Restaurant you will find authentic Indian cuisine. They started as a family street cart based in Ahmedabad. You can now find them in Canada and various locations in the United States. All dishes are cooked to order, and you’ll never find frozen or processed foods here! Samosas, dosas, vegetable dal, and rice dishes are all great options to try! If you’re vegan, ask if the food is cooked with ghee, cheese, or yogurt, and if it can be prepared without them. You will also find interesting menu items such as pizza, sandwiches, and Indian Chinese dishes.
Open daily for lunch and dinner
Full service
vegan options
take-out, catering
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$
·Saravanaa Bhavan
Oak Wood Plaza, 149 Wood Ave., Edison, NJ 08820
(732) 767-0033
Vegetarian/Indian. Saravanaa Bhavan is part of the popular Chennai-based international franchise. Specializing in South Indian vegetarian cuisine, the restaurant offers traditional dishes including dosa, uthappam, curries, and locally-inspired dishes. Saravanaa Bhavan is closed between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours.
Open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner. Open Saturday and Sunday for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Full service
vegan options
take-out
VISA/MC/DISC, $$
Egg Harbor Township
The Nizam’s Authentic Indian Cuisine
6666 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
(609) 677-8829
Indian. Vegan options are clearly marked on their menu. Try their samosas, mulligatawny soup, bhindi masala (okra), channa masala (chickpeas), aloo ghobi (potatoes and cauliflower), yellow dahl, and more.
Open daily for lunch and dinner
Full service
vegan options
take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$
··Vegan 15
3003 English Creek Ave. #201, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
609-246-0027
Vegan. Located in South Jersey, Vegan 15 is an all-vegan restaurant founded on ideals of ethics, health, and the planet. At the restaurant you’ll find healthy, plant-based meals that are delicious and wholesome. They offer many options, inspired by various different cultures, so there’s something for everyone. Find Italian-inspired pasta dishes, American-style burgers, Thai rice bowls, and even Mediterranean falafel. Complete your meal with a dessert like their refreshing coconut sorbet!
Open daily for lunch and dinner
Full service
vegan options
take-out, delivery, catering
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$
Elizabeth
Jerusalem Pizza
150 Elmora Ave., Elizabeth, NJ 07202
(908) 289-0291
Kosher/natural foods. Enjoy kosher Middle Eastern vegetarian food, as well as pizza, salads, and more.
Open Sunday through Thursday for lunch and dinner. Open Friday for lunch. Closed Saturday
Limited service
vegan options
take-out, catering
$
Englewood
··Fat Choy
52 E. Palisade Ave., Englewood, NJ 07631
201-408-4581
Vegan/Chinese. The name Fat Choy was inspired by the colloquial Cantonese greeting for New Year’s (gong hei fat choy), where fat choy means “wishing you great happiness and prosperity.” Fat Choy has a Chinese menu with dishes including hot and sour soup, cauliflower bao buns, Kung Pao tots and tofu, wide rice noodles, not quite beef and broccoli, bananas rangoon, and more. They also offer mocktails.
Open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner. Closed Monday
Full service
vegan options
take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $
··Vegan Pastry Lab
18 E. Forest Ave., Englewood, NJ 07631
201-431-9152
Vegan/bakery. Small all-vegan bakery on the corner of Dean St. and E. Forest Ave. Stop in for a sweet treat or a hearty snack: offers savory pastries alongside a daily-varying selection of cinnamon rolls, cupcakes, cookies and the like, plus small local goods (candles etc.). Gluten-free options available. There is limited seating inside (the interior is bright, and modern, with walls of plants and neon signs) and outside. They also have an extensive online menu of celebration cakes (chocolate, red velvet etc.) that can be ordered in different sizes.
Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Open Sunday for brunch and lunch
Counter service
vegan options
take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$
Englishtown
··The Baklava Lady Café & Bakery
34 Main St., Englishtown, NJ 07726
732-851-5445
Vegan. Enjoy a large selection of soups, salad, sandwiches, snacks, many Turkish (e. g., Pomegranate Ricotta Birds Nest, Chocolate Hazelnut Baklava) and non-Turkish desserts, and a variety of hot and iced drinks. Turkish-style baklava, brunch dishes, and baked goods made fresh daily. Baklava trays available for events.
Open Friday through Sunday for lunch. Closed Monday through Thursday.
Counter service
vegan options
take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$
Freehold
··Gray Leaf Café
58 Thoreau Dr., Freehold, NJ 07728
732-334-8843
Vegan café. Looking for a healthy and delicious café? Green Leaf Café is a must try for your wraps, salads, smoothies, and more. Wraps include Grilled Falafel wrap, Buffalo Cauliflower wrap, and more. Pair your wrap with a favorite fruit-filled smoothie, such as Acai Berry, Tropical Kale smoothie, and Strawberry and Banana.
Open Tuesday through Saturday for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Closed Sunday and Monday
Counter service
vegan options
fresh juices, smoothies, take-out, delivery
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$
Galloway
Aroma
224 E. White Horse Pike, Galloway, NJ 08205
(609) 380-2842
Indian. Vegan options are clearly marked on their menu. Try their samosas, mulligatawny soup, bhindi masala (okra), channa masala (chickpeas), aloo ghobi (potatoes and cauliflower), yellow dahl, and more.
Open daily for lunch and dinne