14 Amazing Spots in NYC for Vegan Brunch or Breakfast

Where To Find Vegan Breakfast & Brunch Options in NYC

#1 Jajaja

Multiple locations in Lower East Side, West Village, Hudson Yards, & Williamsburg
Interested in a boozy vegan brunch in NYC? Look no further than Jajaja! This Mexican-inspired vegan eatery has a full lineup of delicious signature cocktails like Sangria Spritz or Matcha y Coconut!

If you’d rather start your day on a lighter, booze-free note, don’t miss their traditional almond horchata—the creamy cinnamon concoction will put a pep in your step. Their all-day brunch menu is small but mighty, featuring hearty Breaky Burritos (filled with sausage, guac, coconut queso, and beans), Pappa con Huevos, or get a little stack of Choco Dulce pancakes topped with maple butter, orange peel, and toasted almonds!

Now, when it comes time to order, you’re in for a challenge — everything looks amazing! If you’re looking for a little smokey spice in your life, check out their chorizo enfrijoladas with smoked avocado, nopales, and cashew cream. For something a little traditional but with a Latin American spin, try the sweet plantain pancakes! These fluffy cakes are way better than banana pancakes and topped with sweet maple syrup and house-made ricotta — these are unforgettable.

If you’re feeling like you need an antioxidant boost, check out their lineup of cold-pressed juices — the 13 Goddesses of Green always hits the nutrient boost spot (kale, cucumber, green apple, fennel, pineapple, thyme, and spirulina)! There is so much to love here, it’s good that there are two convenient locations!

Their brunch lineup is just as fun and delicious — golden Belgian waffles covered in maple syrup, fully loaded breakfast sandwiches with crispy tofu, shitake bacon, and hollandaise aioli, or a savory tofu scramble. They’re also known for their irresistible cocktails—you can’t leave without a sweet Marquito—this Puerto Rican coconut eggnog is delicious year-round!

This is the perfect spot to meet up with friends and catch up over a plate of Tuscan Toast (sourdough toast topped with house-made tofu ricotta, sun-dried tomato pesto, a sweet balsamic reduction, and much more) or go sweet with their delicious French toast topped with strawberries and blueberry compote. Their brunch menu is small, but what it lacks in size it makes up in flavor! 

#6 PLANTA Queen | Williamsburg

15 W 27th St, New York, NY 10001
Every Saturday and Sunday, this chic spot serves up a small but mighty brunch menu alongside bottomless mimosas and sake sangria — is there a better combo?! The vegan brunch menu features some of their signature Asian flair with dishes like XO Mazeman (noodles with snow pea shoots, egg, and XO sauce), or go for traditional American brunchy faves like a giant cinnamon bun covered with sweet chai icing or golden banana waffles topped with toasted peanuts!

Their brunch menu features house-made buttermylk waffles, crispy oyster shrooms and grits, and their famous Mac & Shews bowls! Along with an irresistible lineup of food, they also have a full bar serving up specialty cocktails (don’t miss the rosé mimosas), spiked mylk shakes, and coffee.

Their brunch menu features classic favorites amped up like Matcha waffles covered in blueberry compote, decadent French toast made with Challah and custard, or bacon, egg, and cheese on steamed bao buns. You’ll also want to pair your delicious meal with one of their fantastic cocktails; may I suggest a Ladybird Reunion (Lillet rosé with rose, lemon, basil simple syrup, passionfruit, and Tiki bitters)?

#11 Vegan Grill

Multiple locations throughout NYC
This fast-casual vegan spot knows how to make a stellar breakfast menu! When you’re craving something fried or drenched in maple syrup, come here! Their menu includes everyone’s breakfast favorites — stacks of golden pancakes, thick slices of sourdough French toast, hearty breakfast burrito, and much more! No matter what you choose, make sure you add on a side of hashbrowns and vegan sunny side up eggs — that’s not a typo!

For a first visit, you can’t skip over their traditional lineup. All of the dishes are unlike any other brunch dish you’ll find in NYC — jackfruit kitfo, enkulal firfir, and more! Once you’ve sampled at least one traditional dish then you’ve got to check out the “kinda not” section. It’s full of all the traditional things you could want to get your day going — thick-cut French toast, Ethiopian-style loaded burritos, and more!

Inside this little diner, guests pack in for a hearty dose of vegan comfort food. Your taste buds will faint at the sight of their thick-cut French toast covered in whipped cream, giant waffle sandos, and buckets (seriously, buckets) of fluffy pancakes. This is the place to start out your day big — forget diets and calorie counts, just enjoy! 

#14 Jungle Cafe

131 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222
Over in Brooklyn’s Green Point neighborhood is this cozy little vegan cafe. I was really hoping this spot would have breakfast during the week, but alas, it’s only available on the weekend! Weekday vegan breakfast spots are a little more challenging to come by (well, if you want more than an acai bowl or smoothie). On Saturday and Sunday, you can wander in here and enjoy a stack of strawberry topped French toast, a savory omelet with potatoes, simple avocado toast, and much more.

NYC Hotels with Vegan-Friendly Breakfast Options

If you don’t have time to make it to one of those fantastic vegan cafes, don’t fret! These NYC vegan-friendly hotels have options on their breakfast menus to help you get fueled and out the door.

Arlo Soho

231 Hudson St, New York, NY 10013
Start your day with a sausage, egg, and cheese sandwich, acai bowl, or overnight oats at this trendy Soho hotel. If you’re looking for snacks, they’ve got those too, just check out their onsite bodega. One other bonus, this spot is also eco-friendly!