Peacefood - Union Square

Vegan restaurant · Greenwich Village

Peacefood - Union Square

Vegan restaurant · Greenwich Village

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41 E 11th St, New York, NY 10003

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Creative vegan fare, desserts & smoothies in a stylish cafe  

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41 E 11th St, New York, NY 10003 Get directions

peacefoodnyc.com
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$20–30 · Menu

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On the Grid : Peacefood Cafe

"Whenever i'm feeling like I should be eating a bit more healthy, I head over to Peacefood Cafe. It's a fun place with lots of natural light and a lively atmosphere filled with happy waiters and fresh food. I've tried a number of things, which have all been good, but my favorites are the pan-seared shanghai-style dumplings and sushi roll (made with raw vegetables only) and tahini sprouts sandwich! They also have great smoothies as well if you're on a liquid diet." - Ken Pao

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19 Places For A Casual Meal Near NYU

"Peacefood is what would happen if By Chloe said f*ck it, because, yes, this is a vegan restaurant, but there are still plenty of unhealthy things to eat. They do focaccia sandwiches, pastries, and pizzas, but we like the chickpea fries, nachos, and vanilla cake the best. They also have lighter options if you’re looking to change up your lunch routine or if you need to reassess how often you mooch pizza during Gallatin events. Meet a friend here for dinner or grab something from their to-go counter." - hannah albertine, matt tervooren

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Peacefood Cafe Review - Upper West Side - New York - The Infatuation

"I recently went to the Upper West Side to eat at a restaurant, and I have good news. I found a place in this part of town that doesn’t absolutely suck, and I also found out that nachos are considered health food. Turns out I’ve been on a diet for years. If you’ve never been to Peacefood Cafe, this is probably new and confusing information to you. Don’t worry - we’ll clear things up. If you have been to Peacefood Cafe, not only are you probably rolling your eyes at my sarcasm (or what I prefer to call meat eater’s wit), but you are also likely annoyed by the fact that we just figured out that this place exists. I will apologize for exactly one of those things. For those not yet indoctrinated into the cult of Peacefood, let us get you up to speed. This restaurant has been operating since 2009 under the mantra that “awareness of non-violence can be spread through feeding people with delicious vegan food.” I have absolutely no idea what that means, but I will say that I felt a warm rush of non-violence flow through my body when I found out that they have nachos on this menu. Like, real, delicious nachos, with real chips and absolutely no sign of ingredients that could also be used to make rope. I also felt significantly less combative when I realized that almost all of the vegan food in this place is quite tasty, though I will admit that I did not eat any of the thing they call “un-chicken.” Just couldn’t get there. Either way, mission accomplished, Peacefood. I am peaceful and I am satisfied. Food Rundown Chickpea Fries A staple item on the Peacefood menu, these chickpea fries are really more like chickpea bricks, in that their flavor, size, and density would make them an ideal foundation for a vegan’s dream home. Order some, and dip them in a mix of agave and hot sauce (your sever can provide both). Peace Bowl A giant bowl of brown rice, served with your choice of vegetables. Our favorite combo is Japanese pumpkin + cauliflower + sautéed bok choi. Go in on this with some sriracha to compliment the ginger dressing and you’ll be stoked. Stoked and really full. Macho Nachos As far as we can tell, the only difference between this plate of nachos and the one we get at the dirty bar near our house is that the cheese on the chips isn’t really cheese. News Flash: The best kind of nacho cheese has always been fake nacho cheese. So I’m glad we’re on the same page there. Fluffy Quinoa Salad A giant salad of quinoa with baby greens, avocado, sweet peppers, corn, and all kinds of other stuff. It’s good and it’s healthy. You’ll see a lot of these on the tables around you. Green Thai Curry A very solid curry with tofu. Thai and Indian flavors are common here, probably because they can make pretty much anything taste good. Key Lime Pie A raw key lime pie that is probably a good substitute for the real thing if you can’t eat cooked food or gluten or whatever other poisons are in real key lime pie." - Chris Stang

https://www.theinfatuation.com/new-york/reviews/peacefood-cafe
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10 Great Asian-Owned Vegan-Friendly Restaurants In NYC

"Peacefood is a vegan cafe and bakery owned by Eric Yu and Peter Lu with two locations - one on the Upper Westside and another in Union Square. The all-day menu reminds me of diner-style comfort food: there’s a soup of the day, waffles with tenders, seitan panini, tempeh sandwiches, macho nachos, pumpkin quiche, Shanghai dumplings, and miso tahini sprout sandwiches. There’s an entirely separate menu for pastries and beverages, but I would go back just for a slice of the light, refreshing, and creamy raw key lime pie and a pot of sencha tea. Peacefood also partners with Support + Feed to provide nourishing, plant-based meals for families, seniors, homeless and domestic violence shelters, food banks, and LGBTQ+ centers in marginalized communities." - esther cho, with warm welcome

https://www.theinfatuation.com/new-york/guides/asian-owned-vegan-restaurants-nyc
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14 Great Healthy Lunch Options Downtown

"If you asked us to pick one fully vegan restaurant we had to eat at for the rest of our lifetimes, we’d probably pick Peacefood Cafe. Would we want to eat at one restaurant for the rest of our lives, especially a vegan one? Absolutely not, that sounds awful. But point is: Peacefood makes a big variety of tasty, enjoyable vegan food. You can have a very pleasant quinoa salad, chickpea fries, or even vegan nachos, which definitely are still not healthy but do taste good." - hillary reinsberg

https://www.theinfatuation.com/new-york/guides/best-healthy-lunch-nyc-downtown
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Paul Ampunun

Google
Peacefood in Union Square is a fantastic vegan spot! Delicious and creative plant-based dishes, from sandwiches and pizzas to their famous chickpea fries. A must-visit for vegans and anyone looking for healthy, flavorful food in NYC.

Lindsay Kaufman

Google
I got the burger and my friends each got a smoothie. They were very accommodating to substitutions for the smoothie and gave recommendations as well! Slightly more of a fancy vibe but still good to stumble into!

Deepshikha Kaushal

Google
This place is a real gem. My husband and I recently visited and ordered the chickpea fries, Japanese pumpkin sandwich, and seitan medallion panini - and every dish exceeded our expectations. Their infamous chickpea fries are an absolute must-try; we were blown away by the explosion of flavors in the sauce. I was initially skeptical about ordering the seitan medallion, as I've never had good experience with seitan and always found it to be dry in taste at other vegan spots. But this panini was a game-changer - it was incredibly flavorful and didn't disappoint at all. The Japanese pumpkin sandwich was another highlight, with the perfect combination of roasted pumpkin and caramelized onions. We loved every dish we tried, and even saved room for the raw cacao mousse pie, which was the perfect finishing touch to our meal. To top it all off, the service was extremely good - our server was attentive, making our dining experience truly exceptional at this place. Can't wait to go again and try remaining dishes.

Melody Craig

Google
Came here to have a little birthday dinner with my husband. We enjoyed everything about this establishment. The decor is gorgeous and really sets the mood, the space has really great energy. It's lower lighting in the evening, candles on the table- but it's not a hindrance like it can be in some other places. It's perfect. It's not loud or overwhelming, jazz covers of well-known songs were playing when we were there, and it was very enjoyable to listen for what would play next. The service was incredible from start to finish. Everyone was so welcoming and warm. I also appreciated that they weren't overbearing, our wait person- Nathan, had great timing, was great at his job overall, and was very charming. We had a lot of fun and laughs with him! Definitely adds to the overall vibe of the place. Let's talk about this food... it's incredible. The portions are extremely generous, everything was fresh and hot, and the flavors were to die for. We started off with a smoothie at my husband's suggestion because it sounded really good- and it was SO fresh and beautifully made, I can't remember which kind it was, but I can remember I was happy and will be trying more in the future- and that's all that matters! My husband had a curry dish that was phenomenal (too spicy for me, but I did steal some bites anyway because it was very good). I ordered the burger and fries, and I thought it was an absolute showstopper. The flavors were out of this world and the focaccia bread it comes on was so soft and pillowy, almost doughy and perfectly complimented the burger with all of the wonderful toppings. This dish came with fries that were very crispy and tasty. My husband kept stealing bites from me too! Everything was presented very nicely, and I think the price point is extremely reasonable for the ingredients, the portions, and the experience you'll get here. We were absolutely stuffed by the time we were through with dinner, but wanted to get a piece of cake to go, so we went over to peruse the bakery case and took a look at the menu as well. We took home a slice of carrot cake at Nathan's suggestion, and when we were finally able to eat it the next day- it was a delight. Some of the best carrot cake I've had, hands down. I have a huge sweet tooth, and that's not generally what I would jump at, but this was different, and I'm looking forward to having it again. Overall, I would highly recommend dining here and supporting this business in full- I can't wait to go again!

nells

Google
Great place with super friendly servers and exceptional fare. Our waiter was kind, informative and made my partner’s birthday special. The peace bowl was delicious and made with love as well as the chocolate macaroon I got for dessert. Thanks for a terrific experience!

Bhakti Dalvi

Google
Amazing place. Nice vibes, good decor. Got the recommended chickpea fries. They were nice. Good quantity and quite heavy. Their soup of the day was artichoke plus cauliflower I believe, don’t remember exactly. It was very soothing and refreshing nevertheless. The small bowl is more than enough. Also got the pesto panini sandwich. Taste was decent. The portion size was very big for one person. For dessert got the strawberry shortcake. It was extremely sweet for me. So a bit point down on that one for me. Overall a great place and a worth it stop.

Ramakrishnan K

Google
November 16, 2024. Two of us went to this place specifically because it was vegan and I wanted to eat something nutritious/healthy. One needs to realize that a restaurant being vegan doesn't imply that the food will be healthy. We had the following : 1. Chickpea Fries - The waitress suggested this to us. It was good, but the `hint of Indian spices' advertised in the menu was just plainly familiar to us---probably bengal gram flour (for the deep fry) and curry leaves, primarily. This dish might've appealed to non-Indian tongues better, perhaps. 2. Chunk Steak - On asking for a high-protein food, the waitress suggested this item. The mock-meat part of the dish might have been protein-rich, but, the entire dish---the string beans, the mock-steak, potatoes, and the gravy--- was too oily. A nearby customer said he had tried this once and the mock-steak has beetroot in it to get to that dark reddish colour. (They've imitated blood in the flesh?) These two items were sort-of-sufficient for us, and I felt slightly disappointed that for all of its vegan-ness, the food was still pretty unhealthy. And it isn't very cheap either, $47 for the above two items.

Holly Burdick

Google
Spectacular tastes! Each dish was subtle yet perfectly seasoned. The "eel" sushi appetizer was phenomenal and we really felt like it was meat! The spicy wonton and chick pea fries as appetizers. All were outstanding! We had the crab cakes, grilled.oyster mushrooms with kale, and pom poms mushrooms. All were outstanding and satiating. I can't say enough good things about this restaurant. I'm sorry we dug in too fast to take photos.

Roger P.

Yelp
The restaurant offers a wide variety of creative and delicious vegan dishes. I've been coming here for years and haven't found another restaurant with such a wide variety of vegan meal options and delicious vegan bakery options that keep me coming back.. Among my favorites are the miso wonton soup, fluffy quinoa salad, pom pom mushroom curry, parmesan rigatoni with pfc cutlet, plant-based cutlet teriyaki, magic cookie, carrot cake, fruit scones, and more. Everything is vegan, and the restaurant has a pleasant environment with friendly and helpful staff. The food is served hot, and the efficient service and quick prep time allow you to get in and out if you're short on time.
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Rachael M.

Yelp
So many delicious items on the menu here, including some amazing desserts. We got the banana bread scone and walnut cinnamon bun today and both were incredible. Highly recommend for delicious vegan food whether you're vegan/plant -based or not.
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Latha P.

Yelp
Since my last review in 2019, I have gone vegan and gone back here many many times over. Went yesterday for lunch with a colleague/friend and had the Japanese sweet potato sandwich which they serve with a radish salad. Delish. I usually don't do caffeine after 11 am or noon, but their turmeric ginger soy latte is so inviting on a cold day so couldn't resist. It was outstanding. Their service, as always, is friendly and efficient, even if a little ditzy :) but that is okay, it is part of the charm of this place.

Liam D.

Yelp
I have been going to peacefood for more than 8 years now and it has always been my favorite vegan restaurant. Incredibly kind staff, speedy service, and amazing food. There is always ample seating and great ambiance for a family/friends dinner, date night, or solo meal. I always get the same two items, the pan fried Shanghai dumplings and the pfc tenders. The dumplings, which are my favorite dumplings in the city, have a bit thicker and chewier of a dough with a mushroom chive filling. Even as a mushroom-disliker, these are still incredible and would highly recommend. The chicken tenders are also a fan favorite, with non-vegan friends also enjoying them. If I had one recommendation for a change, I would love to see them use reusable metal cups for the dipping sauces rather than paper to generate less waste. Hope others continue to eat here and keep their business going, they deserve it!
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Jay C.

Yelp
Leaning into fall with @peacefoodnyc's seasonal menu full of warm and hearty dishes. Nothing screams comfort food than a plate of steak, mashed potatoes, and string beans. I'm a whole foods, plant-based type of vegan so I did not order this special. But a taste of it from my friend's plate had me shooketh. It had a deep, umami flavor. Clean. And the texture was natural. I want to say it was made out of mushroom. If you do know, please tell me. Else, I might just have to go back and order it for myself to find out. The mash and string beans just took it over the edge, with the potatoes soaking in that porcini mushroom gravy goodness and the sauteed beans adding a textured crunch. Layered in some sweets and closed the meal with a slice of the cashew cream cheesecake and peanut butter cheesecake served with a comforting mug of apple orange cider. Service was warm as always. It was a satisfying way to celebrate World Vegan Day.
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Vania T.

Yelp
I absolutely love Peacefood Cafe! Here's my list of orders: - PFC Seitan Medallion Focaccia Sandwich (substitute with PFC Unchicken Cutlet) - Chocolate Ganache - Ultimate Cheeseburger & Fries - Gingerade Enjoy your meal!

B L.

Yelp
Waiter did not wash hands in bathroom, then delivered our food. One member of our party refused to eat. Limited menu of mediocre food, and overpriced for what you get. I will not return.
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Stephanie Y.

Yelp
Came for lunch with low expectations given historical disappointing experiences with vegan (and gf) food but was blown away and will def be back. Visited for brunch and it wasn't too crowded so got a nice spacious seat towards the back. Staff were very attentive and had great explanations for each dish. Especially liked the chickpea fries (though a bit salty), dumplings and seitan sandwich. Pumpkin was also good and the carrot cake was moist and a larger portion than I expected.
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Me 2.

Yelp
I've been here several times and have had a variety of dishes. ThIs last time marks my first time in the main dinning: I usually opt for the bar. But this option is no longer open as the staff has taken it over. No worries. Service is almost always casual; like "oh hey, I'm headed to the kitchen, hungry?" but very friendly. Food sounds better then it actually turns out to be. Not bad but not great. I think they shine at desserts. The decor is lovely..
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Marylene S.

Yelp
I used to like coming here after a wellness appointment in spite of the B health grading because of the spacious room, nice ambiance, and delicious vegan food -- in particular, the Puerto Rican plantain lasagna. But the service has become so awkward and unkind, that to my regret, I may not be coming back.
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Wali G.

Yelp
Attention, all vegans, by curious vegans/vegetarians and carnivores. Please gather here! This restaurant offers cooked and raw food/dessert that is not overwhelming, and I love that as a vegan! The ambiance, the service and the positive vibes from the employees is inviting. Every individual that I've encountered at the restaurant had such a welcoming attitude. I got the chance to meet and chat with the owner for a bit and he was lovely. Down to earth for sure! The cashier was very helpful and prepared my to go orders with such care. He made sure that I was supplied with all the napkins and utensils needed. Handsome gentleman, I must say . The baker was sweet and made beautiful/tasty desserts for the restaurant. The pan seared dumplings and cinnamon buns are a must buy! They offer various types of cinnamon buns such as, espresso, tres leches, coconut and of course, the classic cinnamon bun. If you haven't already visited their two locations (Union Square and UWS), please do! They're very appreciative of your business, no matter the amount you paid and I love that. Also, be sure to check their Instagram page for daily specials. Thank-you Peacefood for keeping veganism alive and to the community, please help Peacefood to stay alive as well. Peace
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Mrs B.

Yelp
Yumm to everything on the menu. Service was great! Attentive and fast service. Busy place and can get noisy, good food is meant to be shared.
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Michael C.

Yelp
This is a very chic spot. The service was great, our waiter specifically was all-world. And the food was... very good. Everything was excellent except for the chickpeas fries (which were OK) and the soup (which was bad, I forget which, it was a special, tasted like cement. But they took it off the bill for us). The mushroom curry was great, the vanilla cake blew our minds! And I tore into the nachos like it's nobody's business. I'd come back, best pure vegan restaurant I've been to in the city.
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Rebecca P.

Yelp
Perfect place to enjoy dessert! I think their tiramisu and carrot cake are literally spot on in the flavors, texture and presentation. I have been wanting to try other things here but every time I end up here I just want the tiramisu or carrot cake because they are so spot on and many other places that try similar items miss on the texture or flavor so I feel like I have to enjoy it where I can. Definitely recommend here for a great vegan dessert!
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Niqua L.

Yelp
Great place for good clean food, everything is crispy, crunchy and natural. They also have dessert which I have to go back for.
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Debbie C.

Yelp
Oh my GAWD. This place is incredible. I had dinner alone and highly recommend the main dishes. The raw key lime pie was good. I went back the next day to try their strawberry shortcake and it did not disappoint. U had to split it in half and share it with my partner because it was so thick and dense. Run don't walk here. Oh, be careful when you order to go -- they left out one item in my order :( .
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Alli K.

Yelp
This is an extremely welcoming little cafe with a great variety of options. I strolled up (literally with a massive "NYC stroller") on a weekend afternoon. The staff was incredibly accommodating to find a table that allowed us to park the stroller on the side and have a highchair for a toddler. Everyone who helped us was an absolute delight -no one rushed us. I was a bit disappointed by the chickpea fries; they're less "fry" and more "french toast stick" in appearance - they didn't have the crunch I was looking for. The flavor was still nice though. Shared appetizers were enjoyed by all with the sushi being a standout. Desserts were SPOT on, and I'll definitely be back for another soon. What a LOVELY spot on the UWS. For anyone thinking about going with a baby, there is no changing station in the bathroom. Not a complaint, just an FYI.
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Liu H.

Yelp
Came back here for my birthday and also ordered a vegan cake. Great experience! Their restaurant downtown is cleaned and the staff are friendly. I love coming here. It's so chilled and I know I can eat everything ok the menu. :) Even my meat-eating boyfriend loved his ultimate burger and would come back again.
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Mallory S.

Yelp
Oh my god, SO good with great GF vegan options. The chili will have us back for more, really flavorful and hit the spot on a rainy day. The cornbread has got great texture and was moist despite being GF. The pumpkin quiche was to die for and also amazing dipped in the chili. Nice and fresh veggies, the cookie was amazing and could have been a meat alone! This place has a great vibe and kind and attentive servers. I'll definitely come for more!
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N S.

Yelp
The food and service were GREAT. Very nice atmosphere. Extremely baby friendly, just let them know about babies when making a reservation so they set your table up with high chairs and bring water in closed cups with straws. Great spots for a family evening out. The chick pea fries were my Favorite. Will return in a heartbeat.
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Allison D.

Yelp
We had the soup (pumpkin) and salad combo (Caesar) and the picnic plate, while my fiancé had the chili and seitan sandwich. Provided the rainy day in Manhattan, we were both so happy with our choice of this cozy cafe with our hot soup. The ladies sitting next to us were way cooler than us, but that's Greenwich village for you. As we walked out, we drooled over the pastry case...next time!

J C.

Yelp
This is the 3rd cake we have had made by Peacefood and I wanted to finally write a review. As a vegan, finding yummy cakes for parties is always a treat. And while Peacefood is not the only bakery to make them, they have very delicious ones. They recently did my gender reveal cake, successfully keeping the gender from me (my doctor dealt with the bakery directly), and I really appreciated that extra effort from them. They do a great job decorating, and I hope they only expand on their style offerings in the future. I am a DIY party thrower for my daughter's parties, so I do all the food besides the cakes, and I always appreciate how the cakes enhance my spreads. TJ, the manager who handles ordering has a nice way of interacting as a human and Jill, the head pastry chef is great at what she does and wants to do the best for customers. I will always aim to get my cakes and party treats made here.
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Melanie C.

Yelp
The chickpea fries - holy moly. I am beyond obsessed. My friend and I split the chickpea fries and I'm so glad we did, although in retrospect we probably could have each gotten our order because they were amazing! The fries come with a vegan ranch that is also delicious. For my meal I got the sweet plantain lasagna and it was incredible. The portion sizes were big and I brought half of it home for lunch the next day. My friend go the parmesan rigatoni + pfc cutlet which is a tofu based cutlet. She loved that the rigatoni pasta was also mixed in with cauliflower and other veggies so the dish wasn't heavy. Upon entering we were warmly greeted by two staff members who gave us our choice of a table and promptly brought us waters. They were so kind and fun and it was great chatting with them throughout our meal. Service was incredibly prompt and we got our food quickly without feeling rushed. I love that the menu feels safe, because everything is vegan and the menu is clearly listed with gluten free options. Overall ambiance in Peacefood reminded me of a hotel lobby but the staff and food made up for the funky vibes. I feel like it could be a fun spot to grab lunch and read a book at or bring a laptop and do some work. I have a feeling Peacefood might be my new winter take-out go-to!
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Justine B.

Yelp
Really tasty vegan food. The appetizers and soup dishes were very good and unique. The desserts were amazing as well. So many options to choose from. Indoor and outdoor seating. Dog-friendly seating available. Service is good and ambiance is pretty too!
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Amy K.

Yelp
Brought our young granddaughter for dinner here before going to see Blue Man Group; she's vegetarian so that made sense, as this place is vegan so she could have ordered anything from the menu. She was a happy camper! The 3 of us shared the chickpea fries as an appetizer and they were so good! I was expecting a plate of roasted chickpeas, BU it wasn't that. It was several long skinny rectangular French-fry lookalikes, served with a vegan ranch dipping sauce. The fries had a little spicy kick to them and she liked the dip (I'm not a ranch dressing fan, but that's just me). For entrees, she chose a salad from he appetizer menu, with quinoa and greens, and a sliced avocado (maybe half of a very large one?). She ate a lot of it and we took the rest with us which I enjoyed for breakfast a couple of days later, a little soggy but fine. I very much loved the raw lasagne. Thin slices of zucchini, eggplant, other veggies and what was probably a cashew cheese - this was delicious! My husband had some kind of cutlet teriyaki, which he really liked a lot. Dessert was called for (9-year-old!). We were all pretty full, so we ordered 2 of heir mini-brownies. OM!G, soooo chocolatey, so delicious! Go!
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Dakota A.

Yelp
A friend and I decided to try this vegan eatery for lunch. I loved the ambience and decor. Very tasteful and quiet enough to converse easily. Our waitress was wonderful! Friendly and very helpful. We ordered the roasted vegetables with quinoa dish, the fried calamari with marinara dish, the pan-seared shanghai dumplings dish, the carrot cake and the magic cookie. The roasted vegetables and quinoa dish was good. I liked that the quinoa was not overcooked. The vegan calamari was pretty good as well, not as fishy as the real deal but with enough flavor to make you think you were having calamari. I was a bit disappointed with the portion size. At $13 per serving they could have added a few more rings, especially since it doesn't come with a side. The pan-seared shanghai dumplings and carrot cake were my absolute favorite! The dumplings were sooo flavorful with their hint of ginger. This dish was also $13 and did not come with a side so a couple of extra dumplings would have been nice. The carrot cake was phenomenal and of decent size. The tofu frosting was delicious, as was the cake itself. The magic cookie had a rich mix of flavors but i wasn't crazy about the oil and cane sugar in it. Dates would have been a healthier sweetener. The cake was by far my favorite although they did not post the ingredients for that one. Next time, we hope to try the Ultimate Burger & Fries. It looked phenomenal
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Susan R.

Yelp
Get the Chickpea Fries, they're so tasty. Had dinner on a cold Winter night here with a friend. Keep in mind they don't have alcohol here but my friend really enjoyed his Chai Latte . I got the Gingerade which is lemonade with fresh ginger and really good. Apps were the great Chickpea Fries and a savory biscuit which I highly recommend getting. This one was Tomato Jalapeño Onion I think. It's a vegan biscuit so it's crunchy on the outside and soft and chewy inside. Get one .Mains were the Fava with Cutlet and greens which is tasty. The Grilled Oyster Mushroom is a little hard to eat but comes with delicious horseradish mash. I'd try the Rigatoni Parmesan next time. Get dessert because they have a whole bakery upfront. We got the Strawberry Cheesecake but I think the Raw Cashew Cheesecake is more delicate so Get that if you go here . Staff are really nice and the place is very chill and relaxing. I recommend this pretty vegan restaurant (and bakery .)
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Frances L.

Yelp
Best vegan food I've had in a while! Our favorite was the veggie burger but the chicken fingers were also delicious. We were too full for dessert but all the options looked really good.
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Lisa S.

Yelp
** WAKE UP ** Someone needs to tell your dimwit host with the long red braids that just because you can't visibly see pain or a disability does not mean it's not there. Loved this place for years, but so so disappointed. **EDITED TO ADD** Not surprised to receive mansplaining and an attempt to deflect - so predictable. Yes Eric, people definitely read these reviews. The customer "service" has become abysmal in NYC, and sadly, that day at downtown Peacefood was no exception. Your "host" (or whoever) with the braids was *obnoxious* and there was no dog involved. Being vegan is amazing, but doesn't give you a pass. Be kind to everyone, Eric, even if they are unwell, even if they "look fine" to you. Yes, this is vague. Maybe your staff will think twice before being so unbelievably rude to someone walking in their door. Do better.
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Stephanie N.

Yelp
I ordered the Szechuan wonton and the dumplings and was pleasantly surprised by both. Food is delicious, great flavors, and everything here is vegan!!! Also ordered the peace bowl which I didn't try yet but it looks amazing. Great mix of flavors and colors and super healthy.
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Masha S.

Yelp
Beautiful spot with delicious food and great service! Got the miso soup and seitan panini. Filling, warm and flavorful!
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Lindsay N.

Yelp
Best vegan carrot cake I've ever had! It was so moist and not too sweet. Huge slice! Was the perfect birthday treat! I love carrot cake and almost always find it disappointing - esp the icing but this one was executed perfectly. No one would be able to tell it is vegan

Not A.

Yelp
The food is always delicious and the staff is always nice. There is no pressure to rush you out the door, which is always a plus. I love their four-choice vegetable plate.
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Marcus M.

Yelp
Suffice it to say that the only thing going for it is the desserts. Entrees, service, ambiance, all get a minus 5 stars. Might consider take out, if I'm in the mood for wading through the snooty 'tude. BTW, although I haven't tried Le Botaniste yet, I've heard good things. Might go there instead?
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Krista H.

Yelp
I'm not sure exactly how busy it gets, but I always seem to walk in at off-peak hours, like in the mid afternoon. So while there are other customers, there's no wait. The ambience feels like a peaceful, quiet oasis off the streets of New York, and a lot of the ambient noise from outside feels a bit muffled indoors, which is really nice. The service is warm and friendly, adding to the cozy atmosphere. I never feel rushed to finish. At my most recent visit, I ordered the Japanese pumpkin sandwich with tempeh. The pumpkin was sweet, and the tempeh and cashew cheese were nicely savory and salty to contrast. Nice texture, not soggy at all, and matched well with the juicier jicama I got on the side. It was surprisingly comforting, tasty, and filling. I'm interested to see what the future seasonal offerings are like, and will certainly come back to try them out.
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Dana C.

Yelp
Lunch is served. Have no idea how they made the vegetables so flavorful and cooked to perfection, but they scored big!!! Add sundried tomato pesto on top and basil pesto on the bottom and . The creamy mushroom soup was velvety and delicious. Peacefood has been a favorite of mine for a long time and continues to be. #nyc #unionsquare #vegan #veganfood #veganfoodie #plantbased #flavorbomb #flavortown
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Amy G.

Yelp
The seitan medallion sandwich was okay, but could be improved by using a ripe tomato instead of one of those tasteless pink ones. The kids cheese pizza was way too greasy and did not taste good. The custom bowl was delicious! Desserts are clearly their strength. Wide selection of tasty treats!
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Anthony H.

Yelp
I have been a customer of PFC for many years and somehow the food keeps getting better and better. The menu doesn't have a huge selections but everything is great. The raw pies are unreal. Drinks are awesome. Very friendly and attentive service.
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Joojoo J.

Yelp
4.5 stars, really. Service is always nice and attentive, love the spacious room with easy lighting and non-cramped tables/seating, food is always tasty (and i'm not even a vegetarian) and they have so many desserts! (My favorite is the carrot cake.). My only beef (er... dissatisfaction...) is with their menu-- it hasn't been updated in years and there's not a lot of-- oddly enough-- fresh veggies options, like a macro plate or another stir-fry option, and a couple more salads would be great!
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Haley R.

Yelp
I finally had the opportunity to try out this vegan restaurant. Their menu items are made with love and care and they even had attentive staff!! (Rare in NYC to be honest). I had the Teriyaki which came with delectable pumpkin and broccoli. I thought the warm lighting and candles added a touch of romance, so be sure to take your boo here soon :)
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Keimei T.

Yelp
I wanted something sweet after eating at a non vegan restaurant. So I ordered the vanilla cake and a chocolate chip cookie on Uber eats. When the cake arrived I took one bite and could taste the baking soda in it. Yuck. Also the icing was salty!! I've never had salty icing. I bake vegan cakes all the time and have never had a cake that tasted like this. They need to use an egg replacer bob mills so do not need to use so much baking soda. Also for the buttercream icing they should use Mykonos vegan butter and regular powdered sugar. This ruined the Super Bowl for me. Ugh
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Donny M.

Yelp
I love everything about Peacefoods, and, given how often I go there, I feel badly that it's taken me years to post a review. The food is consistently delicious. My favorite dishes are the oyster mushroom, the Shanghai dumplings, the Peacebowl (extra healthy) and the cinnamon bun. It's a large, serene space that is fairly quiet for a NYC restaurant, and the wait (if there is one, is never long). Many of the servers have worked there for several years, and they are as hospitable as can be.

Rebecca R.

Yelp
Food is so good ~ warm and nourishing. A good place to go when you're feeling down ~ order yourself a turmeric ginger soy late and a strawberry shortcake and you will feel better! Downside is that it is not cheap. But lovely for a treat!
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Cody C.

Yelp
Been coming here since they first opened, and my favorite thing has been the seitan medallion panini. I don't know what they changed about it recently, but it's better now than it's ever been. It's always been delicious, but it's next level now. Same ingredients and everything, but wow. Can't explain it, but I'm impressed!
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Annie M.

Yelp
Really appreciated all the options here & everything we had was delicious! Next time I'd definitely try a dessert too. Honestly, was a fancier place than I expected once I walked in but I did enjoy the ambience overall. Food: loved the chickpea fries! I wasn't sure what to expect with them, but they were crispy and light. The burger was nothing special but I did enjoy the focaccia. Penne was also good and portions were generous! Service: they were very attentive! Came by numerous times to check on us Insider tips: bakery is in the front so you can just stop by to pick something up if you don't have time to sit down! Good for: vegan / vegetarian friends visiting, healthier options for dinner
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Queer E.

Yelp
We had a large group of people and Peacefood was so accommodating. Our server was fantastic and so patient with us. Some of us ordered the nachos as an appetizer and they were fantastic!! The chili on the nachos was the perfect amount of sweet against the saltiness of all the other toppings. I ordered the picnic plate as my main dish and it was pretty good. I do wish it had had more vegan chicken in the potato salad, but overall I really enjoyed it!. After brunch, we ordered the tiramisu, strawberry shortbread, and cheesecake. My favorite was definitely the shortbread, it was so, so good!! I would never have thought it was vegan. The cheesecake was super tasty and pretty close to real cheesecake. The tiramisu needed more coffee flavor, but was still overall very good. I would definitely recommend this place to vegans and non-vegans. They are also very gluten allergy friendly!

Milo

Yelp
Peace Food Cafe is a place to relax and ENJOY the scrumptious VEGAN FOOD . At peace food the food is 100% vegan . The service is unparalleled to Great .

Monya G.

Yelp
The ambiance is so relaxing and esthetically pleasing....my husband and I always come here when we want to wind down from all the hustle and bustle.of the world to spend time with eachother and talk and laugh over plenty of delicious vegan dishes...and we have tried so many vegan places. Peacefood Cafe Downtown location surpasses all other vegan food places by far! Oh...and the service is outstanding. The staff are so accommodating and always serves with a smile.

Vera L.

Yelp
Favourite vegan restaurant in nyc by far, my husband and I have been coming here for years.