About us
Do you love trying new vegetarian & vegan restaurants? Do you enjoy the company of fellow vegetarians & vegans? Are you occasionally frustrated that your meat-eating friends "don't get it," and do you wish to dine with others that have the same enthusiasm for vegetarian and vegan food that you do?
Welcome to our group. What I am especially proud of is all the wonderful members we have. We seem to attract some of the very nicest, most thoughtful people in New York. Given the focus of our group, I am not surprised.
New York has many excellent vegetarian and vegan restaurants, and new ones are opening all the time. Join us as we explore them all, and enjoy dining with some of the kindest, most gracious, most socially-conscious people in New York.
Plus, join us as we go out on the town to vegetarian and vegan friendly bars and lounges. And partake when we go to visit some outstanding music venues. Great ways to have delightful nights on the town in the company of a fun and friendly group of vegetarians and vegans.
We warmly welcome all vegetarians and vegans as well as those that are considering a vegetarian or vegan diet.
Our meetup group was profiled in a news story on CNN's Headline News channel. Check out the video.
Now you can also follow us on Instagram @nycveganmeetup
Upcoming events
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Veg*n Lunch @ Veggie Heaven #Montclair #NewJersey
Veggie Heaven, 631 valley Rd, Montclair, NJ, US**NJ EVENT ** Arrive any time between 11:30am and 2:30pm and stay as long as you want or leave when you need to. Arriving at 12:30pm or 1pm is perfectly great.
Looking to enjoy great vegetarian food and meet like-minded people in New Jersey? Join us for a wonderful Weekend Lunch event @ VEGGIE HEAVEN Restaurant, a laid-back Chinese place whipping up a vast array of vegetarian & vegan dishes. Join us for a relaxed group lunch at Veggie Heaven, a longtime favorite known in this part of New Jersey. Our meetup is all about: Good food, Easygoing conversation, Meeting new people in a no-pressure setting - Whether you’re vegetarian, vegan, or just curious, everyone is welcome. Come solo or bring a friend - join us!.
For more info :
Website - https://www.veggieheavenmontclair.com/menuor Follow them on Instagram @veggie_heaven_montclair
GOOGLE REVIEW - 4.6/5 stars
A couple of fans reviewed as follows..Kajal - "Veggie Heaven absolutely blew me away. This was hands down some of the best food I’ve ever had — and the fact that it’s all vegan is just mind-blowing. Every dish was packed with flavor, and you would never guess it’s entirely plant-based. It’s such a gem, especially for anyone who’s vegan or just looking to try something a little different.
I highly recommend starting with the super scallion pancakes. They’re crispy, savory, and totally addictive. We also ordered the Ting Ting Two Flavor, which was incredibly flavorful with the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy. The textures and seasoning were spot on. Everything felt thoughtfully prepared and really well executed. The staff was so kind and welcoming. You can tell they care about the food and the experience. Service was quick, and they were happy to answer questions and make recommendations. The vibe in the restaurant was cozy and casual, perfect for a relaxed meal that still feels special.
Whether you’re vegan or not, this place is worth checking out. I’m already planning my next visit because I left full, happy, and totally impressed. Veggie Heaven lives up to its name!"Alexandra - "I’ve been coming to veggie heaven montclair for over 10 years, and it has never disappointed. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. I especially appreciate that they offer vegetarian sushi options, which are hard to find done this well. The atmosphere is beautiful, calm, and inviting, making it a place I truly enjoy returning to again and again. Highly recommend."
For our new members: this is an incredibly friendly and welcoming group. We are a FUN group. Join us for an afternoon of lively conversations and great food with fellow vegetarians and vegans.
Everyone pays for themselves. And Veggie Heaven takes major credit cards. Easy!
Directions: Ideally you can drive up to this location (Parking available at lots nearby).
Hope to see you there!
Karthik :)**NJ EVENT ** Arrive any time between 11:30am and 2:30pm and stay as long as you want or leave when you need to. Arriving at 12:30pm or 1pm is perfectly great.
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33 attendees
Moroccan Vegetarian/Vegan Dinner at Zerza in Essex Market
Zerza Moroccan Mediterranean, 88 Essex St, New York, NY, USNot long ago I had the pleasure of a sightseeing and culinary adventure in Morocco's ancient and modern cities at the edge of the Sahara desert. I'd be delighted if you could join the NYC Vegetarian and Vegan group to enjoy the distinctly flavorful Moroccan food at Zerza restaurant.
This will also be a trip to explore the vegetarian & vegan options in the beautiful Essex Market building, such as Chomps-Élysées, Puebla, and Ni Japanese Deli. And also, the exquisite all-vegan Rebel Cheese (formerly Riverdel). Likely, I am thinking, most of us will order from Zerza. But please feel free to order from multiple vendors and whichever vendors you please.
Food: At Zerza, you can try their variety of starters, such as Zaalouk, Falafel Salad (order without feta cheese), Roasted Cauliflower, or indulge in a traditional entree such as Couscous and Falafel Sandwich. There are also vegan sides like Hummus and Spinach Dip (made without dairy) or create a Mezze Plate with several vegan items. PLEASE NOTE: Zerza is NOT all-vegetarian, so please confirm that your food matches your diet at the time of ordering.
Service: The staff are very accommodating to vegan/vegetarian dietary preferences. Food is served quickly.
Everyone pays for themselves; cash & major credit cards accepted.
FOR OUR NEW MEMBERS - We are an incredibly friendly, FUN, and welcoming group! Join us for a stellar evening of lively conversations and great food/drink with fellow vegetarians and vegans!
Train information:
- Take F M J Z train to the Delancey St.-Essex St. station. Essex Market is right on this corner, above the train.
- Another option is to take B D train to Grand St. station, then walk a few blocks east.
Website with menu: https://www.zerzany.com
WHERE TO MEET and WHERE TO EAT: After picking up our food, our group will be going upstairs to Essex Market's 2nd Floor, where there is a large seating area. We will meet as a group there, after individually picking up our food at Zerza and/or other food vendors.
We look forward to seeing you on Friday, March 6, upstairs at Essex Market's 2nd Floor seating area.
Michael
69 attendees
3.14 Mile Veg*n Pi Day Pizza Crawl (Walk over Williamsburg Bridge)
Scarr's Pizza, 35 Orchard St, New York, NY, USFeel free to join the Veg*n Pizza crawl for any length of time, tag along halfway, and leave the crawl whenever you wish. You can either start with us in Lower Manhattan, or join us mid-tour. Buying food/eating at Veg*n establishments is at your discretion. If you like to eat at local joints please don't forget to bring some CASH.
New York City has some fantastic eating and drinking neighborhoods, with some very unique local NYC spots serving New-York Style Pizza - which is as Wiki explains ".. pizza made with a characteristically large hand-tossed thin crust, often sold in wide slices to go. The crust is thick and crisp only along its edge, yet soft, thin, and pliable enough beneath its toppings to be folded in half to eat."
Join us on 3/14/26 (Pi Day) as we explore and eat at local PIZZA venues serving Veg*n options in Lower Manhattan and Williamsburg area and of course, walk over the Williamsburg bridge along the way to burn some calories - Overall we will be walking close to 3.14 Mile (Pi mile).
In the past years, we had done similar Veg*n pizza crawls in other NYC neighborhoods - It was FUN event!
Veg*n Pizza Crawl - 11:15 AM onwards
Stop 1 - Scarr's Pizza (35 Orchard St, New York, NY)
https://scarrspizza.square.site/s/stories/menu
Pizzeria with retro looks serving pies, slices & subs made with modern ingredients.Leave Stop 1 - 12:15 PM onwards
Walk over Williamsburg Bridge
Reach Stop 2 - 1:30 PM onwards
Stop 2 - Williamsburg Pizza (265 Union Ave, Brooklyn, NY)
https://www.williamsburgpizza.com/
Local chain serving creative thin-crust pizzas, plus salads & heroes, in a low-key space.Walk over to Stop 3
Stop 3 - Dun-Well Doughnuts (222 Montrose Ave, Brooklyn, NY)
https://www.dunwelldoughnuts.com/
All-vegan artisanal donut shop with a rotating list of 200 varieties.In total we would have walked 3.20 mile close to 3.14 mile :)) supporting establishments that support vegan cause.
FOR OUR NEW MEMBERS: this is an incredibly friendly and welcoming group. We are a FUN group. Join us for a Pizza Crawl with lively conversations, great veg*n pizza and drinks with fellow vegetarians and vegans. Please wear comfortable clothes and stay hydrated. Also, don't forget to pace yourself!
Food Crawl - Everyone pays for themselves at veg*n establishments. Bring some CASH, and most other locations take major credit cards. Easy!
TRAIN DIRECTIONS: For Stop 1 Scarr's Pizza - Take D train to Grand Street Station - 7 Min/ 0.3 Mile to the venue OR Take F train to East Broadway Station - 5 Min/ 0.2 Mile to the venue. For Stop 2 - Williamsburg Pizza - Take L train to Canarsie-Rockaway Pkwy - 11 Min/ 0.4 Mile to the venue OR Take G train to Broadway Station - 6 Min/ 0.2 Mile to the venue.
See you at the Veg*n Pizza Crawl on Pi Day!
Karthik :))Feel free to join the Veg*n Pizza crawl for any length of time, tag along halfway, and leave the crawl whenever you wish. You can either start with us in Lower Manhattan, or join us mid-tour. Buying food/eating at Veg*n establishments is at your discretion. If you like to eat at local joints please don't forget to bring some CASH.
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54 attendees
Past events
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