Le Basque French Vegan Restaurant

This place seriously blew me away. It’s a vegan restaurant, but not like any vegan place I’ve been to before. Think: French fine dining meets plant-based magic. Everything was so flavorful, well-balanced, and beautifully plated. You’d never guess it was fully vegan. The brioche with garlic thyme butter, life-changing. Warm, soft, and buttery (yes, vegan butter!). Easily my favorite bite of the night. The wild mushroom truffle croquettes were golden and gooey and totally addictive. If you love truffle, this one’s for you. I also had a duck confit salad (all plant-based!), mushroom paella, and a super flavorful vegan “steak” made with Chunk Foods. Everything had amazing texture and depth, not a single boring bite. Desserts were a whole moment too. I tried the hazelnut mousse cake and a lemon tart, one was rich and chocolatey, the other was bright and citrusy. Both were chef’s kiss. The whole vibe is cozy-chic, perfect for a dinner date or girls’ night. If you’re plant-based (or just curious), this spot will totally impress you. I left full, happy, and honestly thinking I could eat like this every day.

We were blown away by our meal, especially the desserts. The faux gras was delightfully complex and rich, and the textures of the creamy spread with the crisp toast and apples and soft jam was really lovely. The sunchokes side dish were very flavorful (rich but tasty), and the polenta was incredible in both texture and beautiful mushroom flavors. The only thing we didn't love was the side potato pave which we found to be greasy and a little bland. But these desserts, my God! The chocolate hazelnut entremee was even better than I'd hoped - crisp chocolate shell covering creamy chocolate mousse, soft chocolate cake, crispy candied hazelnuts, and a fig caramel. It was the best dessert I can remember having had in months. But then the lemon tart was somehow even better! Super thin (1mm) ultra short crust, soft pillowy vanilla elderflower meringue, and crisp little wafers that tasted like compressed crispy marshmallows, and delicious lemon filling. I don't think I've ever had a better tart and I'm 46!

Can’t recommend enough! I would love to shout out the front of house staff, including the crew member who prepped tables. Everyone was so welcoming and attentive. ❤️ Everyone deserves a holiday/New Year bonus for the incredible atmosphere they help cultivate. Great pricing for the quality and quantity of food. The dishes are vibrant and are deliciously put together. Cozy and warm with music at just the right volume.

Dinner at Le Basque was incredible. The food was outstanding, beautifully prepared and full of flavors I have not experienced in over 20 years as a longtime vegan. Every dish was thoughtful and memorable. The space is stunning! The service was just as impressive. Freddie, the manager, went above and beyond to make sure my daughter’s birthday felt truly special, which made the whole evening unforgettable. Le Basque is the rare place that delivers on food, service, and atmosphere. Highly recommend.

We couldn't ask for a better experience! We were 4, and only 1 is vegan, All had such an amazing time. The food was delicious, the service was excellent. Can't tell the food is 100% plant based. The brioche was the best we have ever had (better even than real butter one)! Will definitely come back again!!

Beautiful place inside. This place is a gem and so was our waiter Will. He was very attentive but didn't rush us at all and gave me recommendations when I didn't know what to order. He took photos for us, split our duck salad for us and just gave incredible service. We will definitely be back. The food was so delicious. My husband is vegetarian and I am not but I didn't miss anything. The food was wonderful. We had the duck confit salad, the mushroom croquettes and honestly wanted more afterwards. Our mains were delicious as well. So happy we came here. Also it was great acoustics where you can hear each other speak, good lighting and comfy chairs. We will definitely be back!

Beautifully elegant atmosphere with a varied and unique menu that is wonderfully inspired by both France and Spain in the Basque region. The staff, like at all City Roots restaurants, are superb. They are kind, not pushy, and helpful. There's so many great dishes and unique plating that you could visit multiple times and try something new every time feeling like it was the best dish you ever had. Chef Guy knows what's up. Trust him, and all the staff at City Roots restaurants, and you'll never have a bad experience!

My friend and I had a great experience dining at Le Basque. Service was great and the ambiance was cozy and intimate. Im not vegan but really enjoyed the meal! I would definitely recommend the romesco grilled “chicken” to start and the truffle “shrimp” tortelloni!

Truly a wonderful experience from the moment I stepped in to the restaurant. From the service to the food And everything in between total perfection. I will be back!

I once complained to a friend after a particularly disappointing meal at Ernesto's that Basque cuisine might be the least vegetarian friendly in the world. Someone upstairs must have heard my prayers, because it wasn't long after that Le Basque ambitiously took on the challenge of transforming this meat and seafood dominated cuisine. I give an A for effort, but the results were mixed. I enjoyed the wood ear escargot because who doesn't love garlic butter, and similar to the steak at sister restaurant Anixi, the lion mane-based protein works phenomenally, although the chimichurri sauce was less successful. I also enjoyed the bites of duck confit in the frisee salad. As far as pintxos, I wanted to get behind the stuffed peppers, but the vegan goat cheese had a bit of an aftertaste that I couldn't overlook. The steak tartare was also generally unmemorable. My biggest issue is the environs. It really feels like a hotel restaurant because it is, in fact, a hotel restaurant. The ambiance at Anixi is quite magical, and that just wasn't quite recreated here.

Enjoyed fine French and Spanish dining with a friend tonight at Le Basque in Union Square, Manhattan, NYC. It's kosher and vegan. Ambiance is quite refined, chairs are super comfy and the upstairs has great natural light from the skylight along with the Manhattan view. Service is phenomenal and their staff know the menu inside and out whether you're looking at food or beverages. Shared all the dishes. Never rushed and given all the time in the world to decide and schmooze. Told if we want to order more, they can accommodate us. One minute walk from the 14th street Union Square subway station serving a zillion subway lines. Only negative: only two single occupancy bathrooms leading to a line and backup.

One of the best vegan restaurants! The food was divine, very flavorful and balanced. The butternut squash soup with soy bits and spicy oil was the star it was so delicious! They have French and Spanish classic dishes made vegan. Upscale place but ambience was laid back, servers were very attentive and wait time for food was minimal would def recommend.

Lea Basque is a fully vegan restaurant inspired by French and Basque regional cuisine. I discovered it after dining at Coletta (a vegan Italian spot) a few months ago and learning about the restaurant collective that owns Coletta and a bunch of plant-based restaurants offering global cuisines all around NYC. Since then, I've made it my mission to try one every time I'm in NYC -- and La Basque definitely caught my eye! French cuisine is typically very meat-heavy, so the idea of an entirely vegan take was exciting and unique. I arrived around 4 PM -- an off-peak hour -- and had no problem getting a table for one. I was seated upstairs in a cozy booth, which was a nice touch. I skipped appetizers to save room for the main dishes and started with the vegan salmon Pintxos (skewers). These came with paprika-crusted salmon, sunchoke, dehydrated black garlic powder, and both balsamic and herb sauces. The skewers were beautifully plated over a creamy balsamic drizzle. The "salmon" was tender, chewy, and full of flavor. For my entrée, I ordered the "Port Beef Bourguignon," a vegan take on the classic French beef stew. It featured plant-based beef (I believe from Chunk Foods), a rich port wine sauce, heirloom carrots, pearl onions, crimini mushrooms, and Yukon gold potatoes. The dish was elegantly presented on a rounded rectangular plate, with the protein on one side and roasted vegetables on the other. Everything was well-seasoned, hearty, and filling -- high in plant protein and incredibly satisfying. I didn't order dessert (wanted to save room for gelato later), but I did have a bottle of sparkling water. The service was fast, the ambiance warm and welcoming, and the presentation and flavors were top-notch. I love that this restaurant -- and the whole restaurant group -- is making gourmet, cruelty-free dining so accessible and enjoyable. It's empowering to eat amazing food without compromising on ethics or experience. I'll definitely be back and continue supporting their mission!

This restaurant is part of the City Roots Hospitality group which includes a bunch of fantastic vegan establishments. I'm quite familiar with the other restaurants which are go-to's for myself, friends and family looking for vegan dishes. For some reason, this restaurant, the newest of the group, fell short for me. While grateful for the upscale ambiance and French- and Spanish-inspired menu, my impression of some of the dishes reminded of my experience from two decades ago when vegan dishes tasted too much like the earth. The best dish for me here was the cheese board, diverse in flavors and texture, and very tasty. The faux gras was also really good. As for the other dishes, it was difficult to detect the French or Spanish influence. My friends did enjoy the Mojo Flank Steak, made with Chunk Foods vegan meat. For the pintxos, we tried the mint grilled lamb, allium, and truffle beef. The lamb was very stringy, and the allium really is a bunch of onions. The truffle beef was topped with an impressive vegan egg. It is pretty obvious each pintxo was unique and dressed with different sauces. Each pintxo was presentable and sounded interesting, but tasted less so. While I appreciate the availability and effort of these dishes, I was not a fan of the execution of the pintxos. In addition to the cheeses, the Entremet aux Noisettes (hazelnut chocolate cake) was my second favorite bite. In regards to the service, our waitress was professional when it came to taking our order and letting us know the name of the dish if she was nearby. Her demeanor was quite robotic, seemed purely transactional. Also it was really odd to have had a dish placed on our table which didn't look like one of the dishes we had ordered. It took a couple of minutes before our waitress appeared and we got her attention to clarify the name of the dish. She did realize we were brought an incorrect dish and did remove it from the table. But then she proceeded to place that dish at another table (probably the correct patrons who ordered it). The couple could see the dish had come from our table and then rejected it, rightfully so. We were asked if all was okay by a man who appeared to be the manager. Even though the pintxos were less impressive than expected, the cheese board, faux gras, and hazelnut chocolate cake were great; and the chunk foods steak, for me, was not bad. I have faith in the menu and would like to still return and try out the other dishes and also the brunch menu. The service provided by the food runners and bussers was on-point and attentive; they were very friendly and helpful.

I can't say enough about this place the chef is awesome the food is mind blowing along with his 4 other restaurants! I,m addicted ! Whenever I have the chance I bring someone to have the experience !

We came here for our anniversary dinner and what an amazing job Chef Guy Vaknin has done with this place - food, drinks, ambiance, service - everything is great! The vibe is modern, dark and swanky! Perfect spot to celebrate your special occasion, that too at an all VEGAN restaurant. We loved all other city root hospitality's vegan restaurants and was looking forward to try this newest place under their umbrella. I went ahead with white wine based tropical sangria and devoured it throughout my dinner. Husband's bare it all cocktail which is mezcal based had an amazing kick too! We started off with pinxtos which are kind of tapas small plate items. We opted for both soy based pinxtos. I loved the chorizo especially appreciated the crunchy salad and sauce it came with. The Mint lamb was also delish, but I would have liked a dash of lemon on it. In the main course we went with Chicken paella and blue oyster mushroom steak. Best was chicken paella - the soy based chicken was so nicely spiced and smoky charred. Even during our Spain visit, we didn't had such a good paella :) And great creativity with the oyster mushroom steak - my husband couldn't believe it was mushroom, hahaha! I loved the sauce as well which came with this dish and asparagus on the sides were perfectly cooked! The service was quick and they were very attentive of our needs. Lot of people were ordering the chocolate based dessert which looked tempting but we were too full. Probably next time!

Place was okay. Got the cheese board and it was pretty good. Also got the steak tartare which wasn't bad. My main complaint is that it was very expensive for a vegan place. (I'm not vegan but my friend is). The steak was $41 which seems like a lot for fake meat. Went to dinner with the same group I usually go with and the bill was much higher here than it was at other places.

New fully vegan restaurant @lebasquenyc is quite amazing! The brioche was better than many other bakeries' and I really enjoyed the mushroom steak. The space was beautiful and the staff were friendly throughout the meal. We had a good time and I'd love to try their brunch menu in the future!

Amazing vegan place - would love to come again and try other items! Their romanesco grilled chicken was my favorite one!

This was my first time at Le Basque! I've been to the other sister restaurants before and I love how each restaurant has a different inspiration. According to its website, "Le Basque pays homage to the Basque region, an area renowned for its vibrant and diverse cuisine that seamlessly marries the culinary heritage of both France and Spain." Make sure to sit on the second floor because you can sit under the full-ceiling skylight and watch as the sun sets. The dishes were innovative! Here's everything that me and my friends ordered: - Le Basque Pâté ($28): the mushroom walnut was my favorite because of the umami flavors. The salted cod & spring onion tasted bland, but it was topped with "caviar." The smoked goat cheese & jamon was my second favorite because it resembled the flavors. - Escargot ($19): great flavors, but too costly for wood ear mushrooms. I've never had escargot before, so I wasn't sure what it was supposed to taste like but I do like the fresh seasonings. - Salmorejo ($20): heirloom tomato soup was finished immediately. - Port Beef Bourguignon ($34): the texture of the beef resembled actual beef! It was very yummy. - Mushroom Paella ($30): it was a bit bland but I liked how the mushrooms resembled seafood like scallop and shrimp. - Mojo Flank Steak ($41): the steak texture was crazy because it was shreddded and tasted similar. The lentils were so good! - Dijon Salmon ($34): omg! the salmon taste and texture was so similar! It was wild! - Romesco Grilled Chicken ($20): so delicious! The chicken was shredded similarly to real chicken and I liked how it wasn't chewy! The sauce was yummy. We also shared two bottles of wine: Blanc de Blancs, Bella Mistala (sparkling) and Bizkaiko Txakolina, Itsasmend (white) between six people. I liked how both of the wines were dry! Service was great! The servers were helpful by providing honest recommendations.

As huge fans of the chef's other restaurants (Anixi and Coletta), we were excited and intrigued at the prospect of vegan basque cuisine (fusion of southern France and northern Spain). The restaurant is an experience. It is an elevated fine dining space that feels exclusive but romantic, modern but classic. We were able to secure a table in the coveted upstairs dining room with a stunning skylight and decor that will impress. Our waiter walked us through some highlights of the menu; they seem particularly proud of the cheese plate, the homemade bread, the pintxos (skewer appetizers), and the chicken paella. We started with the trio of pâté dips accompanied by rustic sourdough bread. This dish is a work of art. Each dip has multiple beautiful garnishes and an accompanying jam. The smoked goat cheese was shockingly realistic; all three dips were interesting and tasty. The sourdough was equally impressive; we would have been happy to bring home a loaf. Next, we enjoyed the chorizo pintxo. It was packed with flavor. We were tempted by the allium pintxo and will have to try that next time. We also really enjoyed the duck confit salad with frisée lettuce. We were tempted by all the vegetable sides and settled on the torched leeks drenched in a red wine sauce. This was a beautiful, tasty, and unique dish. The only entree we had the chance to try was the chicken paella. This ended up being our favorite dish. The portion was fairly small, but every bite, whether it was the chicken, the confit sunchokes, or the piquillo peppers, was incredible. For dessert, they had run out of all the options except the entremet aux noisettes, a chocolate dome filled with hazelnut mousse and drizzled with salted fig caramel. It was amazing. Overall, this was a fantastic meal unlike any we had ever had before. It is an opportunity to sample diverse, memorable flavors from a cuisine (basque) that is rarely found in the United States and is certain to be enjoyed by vegans and non-vegans alike.

From someone who is a regular at Anixi and Coletta... The ambiance was lovely, but the seating felt really cramped my jacket was touching the arm of the person at a different table next to me, and the tables were so close together/ music was loud that it was hard to have a conversation across the table. The upstairs was marketed as the more intimate seating area and it was not. The food had its highs and lows. The escargot was flavorful, but it mostly tasted like garlic butter--delicious but something I could easily replicate at home. The romesco grilled chicken was a standout--tender, juicy, and reminiscent of Anixi's chicken skewers, though with a slightly moister texture. But with my eyes closed they would both taste the same. The cheese board was good but didn't quite wow me. The presentation could use a bit more attention, and I would have liked more olives or pickled items to balance the flavors. Plus, the four small slices of bread weren't nearly enough for the amount of cheese provided. Dessert was amazing like a huge Ferraro Rosher- loved it! Overall, it's a nice spot, but for the price point, I was expecting a bit more in terms of portion sizes and attention to detail. Still, the flavors were enjoyable, and I can see the potential here with a few tweaks!

Another phenomenal restaurant from City Roots that just happens to be vegan. The plant-based interpretations across all the dishes were both artful and delicious. The escargot was a hit as well as the paella. I'm gluten-free and was well accommodated by the staff. The service was a bit hit or miss, the servers were still in training and unfortunately were bickering with the manager at a station right behind our table, but it's a new restaurant and mishaps are bound to happen. The wine list is outstanding, sporting an impressive collection of French and Spanish wines by the glass and an extensive number by the bottle. This is true upscale dining that just happens to be vegan.

Great spot for a date - the food is elevated without being too stuffy. I was surprised by how closely the flavors of the fish dishes were to the real deal! Some things didn't quite sing, but that happens. The waitstaff was so friendly and attentive without doing the whole refill your glass every couple minutes deal (a fine balance!)

I was totally pleased with the food and the restaurant. The food was light, delicious and leaving you wanting to return to try other dishes. I could not try anything else in this sitting because I was content. I would place this restaurant at the top of my list and then do away with the list. The service was respectful , warm ,nice and patience.

My review profile on Yelp just increasingly becomes more and more glowing reviews of culinary adventures of Chef Guy but I can't help it that he just keeps making amazing vegan restaurants. My husband and I were very excited to try Le Basque, in part because it's been ages since I've had paella after going vegan. We did order the grilled chicken paella, which was very good, but honestly not the star for me. The two appetizers we got were so delicious I think I want to come back and just order more starters. What we tried: -the escargot - so garlicky and buttery, we thoroughly enjoyed it -the faux gras - first of all, great name. This was so delicious, smoky, fatty, and the presentation of the server using a kitchen torch to sear the top when it arrives tableside was a nice touch of fancy. The sweetness of the jam paired with this one was also a great compliment. Our favorite of the night. -the steak - the mojo! Chunk steak is a great vegan substitute if you haven't had it before, but order this for the sauce. -the grilled chicken paella - a solid dish. I am curious to try the mushroom paella next time we go to see if that maybe alludes more to seafood. Our server, Ana, was also wonderful and made some great recommendations. We will definitely be back to try more dishes (and this time leave room for dessert!).

Absolutely. Amazing!!!! From the decor, food and service, everything was perfect!! I went for my birthday, brought my non-vegan husband and he was blown away how delicious the food was. We got the Escargot starter, Blue Oyster Mushroom Steak entree, the Salmon entree and he was in awe how much the salmon dish resembled real fish. I also appreciated the attentive service and the heartwarming birthday gesture. I would recommend this restaurant to everyone. Vegan or not! Thank you for an amazing birthday dinner!!

I took my wife, who eats vegan here for her special birthday. Everything was perfect. The very nice manager who greets you at the door and the servers made this such a welcoming environment. The food was superb. Presentation and portion size was very good. The restaurant is beautiful. I 100% would recommend.

Came for lunch and blew my mind. The restaurant was gorgeous. Ground floor was . Second floor was . I'm not a French food fan (non vegan or vegan) but this place is def changing my mind. Everything that was suggested was 10/10. Service was professional/Michelin level. 100% recommend for all vegan or not.

What an incredible experience at Le Basque! This is in my top 2 of Guy Vaknin restaurants and Ive been to all of them. Will was our server and he was attentive and knowledgeable! You can tell he takes pride in his work. The food was elevated but not pretentious. I love leaving a restaurant excited to come back! Must haves- Foie Gras, Chicken Pallea, Sunchokes, DEFINITELY get desert!!!! We had the Apple compote. YUM!!!!!

I think this was the last of the restaurants in the City Roots group I had yet to try. On this trip alone we went to Anixi and Sentir. Previously we have been to Beyond Sushi and Willow. I would say Willow is probably my favorite in the group (though it been years since we have gone there). Le Basque was my least favorite. First, the space is beautiful. This is the highlight of the whole restaurant. It really feels upscale and glamorous. Unfortunately it goes downhill from there. Our service was atrocious. We ordered a bottle of white wine. The server brought out the wine and a bucket of ice. Unfortunately they never came back at any point to refill our glasses. We had to self-serve the wine. I know how to pour myself wine, but for the price point of this restaurant it seemed like a server should be coming back to check. There were 4 of us at dinner. Both couples ordered mains to split. My partner and I got our main. However our friend's main course came out way later (after asking two different servers where the dish was). We ended up sharing the first dish because of how long the wait was. And by the time we decided to eat it the dish was cold. At no point did the server apologize for the delay. Then when the check came, not only did the server not give any compensation for the dish that took forever, they also charged us for a dish we did not order (and did not recieve). Again no apology when the first check came. I don't like writing bad reviews, but this experience was comically bad. I understand mistakes can happen, but you can't forget a main course and then charge for a dish that wasn't ordered. The food was hit or miss. Some delicious bites and some not so great. But for the price point, I expect all the food to be good and the service to be better. I will not go back.

The food at Le Basque was delicious. The pricing is on the higher end and the portions are somewhat small. We had the cheese plate to start, it had a variety of different style vegan cheeses as well as some nuts. For entrees, I went with the chicken paella and my friend went with the mojo flank steak. I enjoyed the dish a lot; It was so flavorful.My friend also enjoyed her dish. The night we went they only had the cheesecake for dessert options. It has a savory taste due to the rosemary and is a bit mousse-y and not too dense. The decor of the restaurant definitely feels intimate so I would say more date and celebratory than for casual dining or for large groups:

I was meeting a pescatarian friend for dinner and gave her a few fish-heavy and vegan restaurant options to choose from, in an effort to make sure she had enough variety from which to select her meal. She was super intrigued about the compelling, meat-referenced dishes on Le Basque's menu and just how they would be able to make those with alternate sources of protein. I had been similarly interested, so I was glad that she selected the place as our dining destination. While I waited for her at the host stand on that planned evening, I chatted with the sweet hostess about just how beautiful the restaurant was. She had explained that they had been open since November and that they were part of a larger, all-vegan restaurant group that was also planning to soon open a dessert and cocktail spot in Brooklyn. She noted that while the downstairs lounge and bar were on the quiet side, we would be sitting upstairs in the main dining room, which was much busier. The second floor was also very bright and welcoming, thanks to a large skylight in the center of the ceiling. The furnishings in the place were modern, classy, and artistic. It really was a stunning space! Reading through the descriptions on the menu, one would be shocked to discover that all of those "meat" dishes were actually anything but. We each wanted to try so many things that we thought it made the most sense to just get a bunch of items to share. We began with 4 types of skewers: lamb, mushroom, beef, and salmon. The Mint-Grilled Lamb was my absolute favorite! It tasted exactly like meat, though a more like brisket than lamb. It had been rubbed with cumin, pistachio, and mint for a spiced and aromatic crust. It was served over an asparagus purée that I could not get enough of! The Wild Mushroom skewers included a mix of chanterelle, oyster, wood ear, cremini, and hen of the woods types that were laying in a tarragon porcini cream that was drizzled with aged balsamic vinegar. It was another winner that packed a variety of earthy notes. The Truffle Beef ones looked like ground beef patties and actually tasted more like lamb to me! They were plated over a black garlic lemon sauce and a truffle goat cheese purée. A slice of fake quail egg was draped over the beef and tasted just like the real thing. Burnt shallot oil and chervil were sprinkled over the dish. The beef skewers were the most elaborate of the presentations. Lastly, the Paprika-Crusted Salmon was surprisingly fishy tasting, perhaps maybe too much so. These filet-looking pieces were placed over a blend of confit sunchoke, dehydrated black garlic powder, and aged balsamic. In addition to the skewers, we shared the Duck Confit Salad, which was a large mountain of frisée greens, dotted with shredded duck confit, pommes persillade, and shaved manchego, all seasoned with shallots and a red wine vinaigrette. The roughly-cut duck and diced potatoes might have looked slightly different, but they tasted fairly similar. I did not get a lot of fowl flavor in the dish. In addition to the cuisine we sampled, I also tried the Bare It All cocktail, which was a smokey and refreshing blend of mezcal, herbal liqueur, elderflower, Aperol, lime, and mint. It was a very enjoyable drink. I also should call out that the service was very professional and refined, which perfectly paired with the upscale decor. From start to finish, Le Basque provided an elegant and artfully prepared experience that I would recommend to vegans and carnivores alike.

All around wonderful dining experience. First off, a disclosure: I'm a huge Guy Vaknin fan. Anixi has long been my favorite, but now Reverie is in the running. I hesitated on checking out Le Basque (the only of his restaurants I had not had a full meal at yet), as I always associate Basque food as being heavy/rich, very meat forward. But of course, it's a Guy creation, and each dish we tried was original, delicious, creative, and beautifully presented. We started with the vegan cheese board, which was a great way to start. We then shared the chicken paella and the beef bourguignon. Both were delicious, but I am always amazed by Guy's beef dishes. Perfection. But it's also the little things: great wine, our server (Jasmine) was lovely, the setting was beautiful, the host was welcoming.

Came here tonight for our 17th wedding anniversary. It was absolutely amazing!! This is the 4th restaurant of Guy's we've been to. They are all incredibly well executed food with above and beyond wait staff. Would return and can't recommend enough. So very fancy inside, which made it perfect for our special celebration!

What an incredible experience. From the moment we got there, we felt the incredible service. The restaurant is STUNNING. We sat on the second floor, which is definitely the most beautiful with the skylight. The service from there was just outstanding. Even if you're not vegan, you would have NO idea everything is plant based. The options are endless and also delicious. The bread service is excellent. I highly recommend the Port Beef and the caramel dessert.

Had a Great Sunday dinner at Le Basque during the weekend!!! As usual, the cuisine was terrific, atmosphere was excellent and service was wonderful. Our drinks made by Israel were amazing The entire staff was very attentive and accommodating especially with my family's dietary restrictions. The whole experience was amazing!!!!

Truly amazing vegan food in the style of Basque cuisine that tastes as good as it looks. Standout by far was the chicken paella but the faux gras was also delicious so stop by if you're in Union Square and support this great restaurant

This place completely changes how you think about vegan food. The sophistication of every meal is astounding. You can have it all. The service is super friendly and atmosphere is great. Definitely will come back!

My wife and I visited Le Basque for Valentine's Day and it's pure magic! The ambience, staff, cocktails, and (especially) the food totally blew us away. We tried the pate, sunchokes, chicken paella, and the flank steak. Wow! Everything here is vegan, beautifully plated, fresh, and wonderful. Le Basque is one of the very best restaurants in all of Manhattan :)

This Le Basque serves dishes that make you slow down and enjoy. Both dish quality and staff attentiveness were excellent. I found zero faults with this place. The entr?e combined textures and flavors expertly. Give this establishment your time.

New French/Spanish vegan spot in Union Square! My favorite dish was the dessert called Entremet aux Noisettes! It tasted like a large Ferrero Rocher chocolate yum. Our service was on point. The waiter recommended most of the plates. Apparently the restaurant has two floors. We sat on the first floor however I hear the second floor is the place to be so I definitely will be going back!

I can't even begin to explain how amazing this restaurant is. The staff was so helpful in guiding us through the menu choices and just so caring and on point. The atmosphere is lovely. The food was delicious. We ordered the Faux Gras which I still dream about every few nights while cooking dinner (and will try to recreate at home soon). The flame was an extra added touch. The paella is yummy, especially the "chicken" and the sun chokes. We also had the Impossible meat skewers with the "quail egg." That egg blew our minds. Please go and enjoy your time at Le Basque.

I stumbled into LeBasque with my family. Did not know what to expect but we all had a wonderful time. The decor is quite elegant. Will was our waiter and besides giving good recommendations for dinner, he gave us a tutorial on our selections and matches. The food was very good and tasty. Nobody rushed us and the servers were quite attentive. Would I return? Absolutely, because everything was excellent. Thank you, Will, and manager Freddy who also has a keen eye for service.

You'll find me here regularly because they've figured out the formula for great dining. Staff members deliver consistently excellent experiences. Without hesitation, superior dishes. This restaurant outperforms all others nearby. This spot is excellent and I recommend it confidently!

The decor and ambience of the place as well as the soft music makes dining there pleasant. Overall, the food was well executed - the bread was delicious, and so were say the paella and pate. Though I do wonder if the restaurant may want to work on the menu by not trying to make the food resemble real meat, both by the way dishes are named as well as the the aspirations of what the dish is. Plant based food doesn't need to imitate meat dishes by any means but can standalone be what they are and delicious. An intro page in the menu about the restaurant could be helpful too.

This restaurant in Union Square is an absolute gem with such a romantic atmosphere--great for a date or a night out with friends. I'm not vegan, but I really enjoyed every dish; they were all so creative and delicious, just as you'd expect from a Guy Vaknin spot. The cocktails were also fantastic and beautifully crafted. Have you ever seen a cocktail with a croissant in it? It was unique and tasty! My friend had a smoky cocktail that was full of flavor and really enjoyable. I'd love to come back again soon.

Simply the yummiest vegan meal I've had in a long time. The "oysters" and paella were well flavored. Best part however was the croissant infused martini.

It is always amazing the "art " aka food that comes from Guy Vankin. I really enjoy what he and his team does from the food to the design and this place is wonderful. The bread and butter all the way to the unique choices for entrees and even the basque cheesecake... it was all so good and I am always a fan. The ambiance and the food wonderful. Great work all.

The full experience leaves nothing to criticize. The staff maintained a friendly tone while working efficiently. The food expands your culinary horizons noticeably. These guys are solid. This restaurant offers comfortable familiarity.

I had the cheese platter, escargot, and mushroom paella. Highly recommend this creative vegan experience!

The hype made me doubtful until I tasted for myself and understood the praise. This place is an exceptional discovery!!! You won't leave hungry with these portions. I plan to make repeated visits to this place. The dishes impressed us and employees helpful. I'll return!

Food is super delicious, servers are attentive in this vegan take of dishes typical of the Basque region, on the French-Spanish border. The place is elegant, great for a date. They have gluten-free options too (although I am not sure they avoid all crosscontaminations).

For a proud and loud carnivore I didn't know this place was vegan. I naturally rolled my eyes and said let's do this! I need to tell you EVERYTHING was great. Ambiance, service, and food. Will our server was perfect, we had the duck confit, escargot, mushroom paella, pintxos grilled chicken, salmorejo. Reminder, all of this is vegan! The best part of the evening other than the food was the service. All the staff, and I mean all were lovely. In short, I would totally come back. There is said it, I don't mind being vegan for this!

Arriving leaves questions unanswered initially. The items I received satisfied my taste buds. The workers here set the service standard. Le Basque maintains their excellent reputation. This place deserves to be successful long-term.

Recently went for a friend's birthday dinner and we received absolutely impeccable service! The staff was super accommodating to our birthday brunch needs and the food was more than delicious. I feel like there's often a stigma about vegan cuisine but the food here was so good it was easy to forget the entire menu is vegan friendly! Drinks were strong too, but don't worry there are good mocktails for those who don't consume alcohol. Would 100 come back for another brunch!

The best vegan meal I have had in NYC. Absolutely delicious. The restaurant itself is beautifully appointed and the wait staff very attentive. Will go back MANY times.