I spent the weekend before last in New York. One night I stayed with my friend and old roommate Julie in the Lower East Side and the other night I stayed with Becca and Wahima, two friends from California, in Astoria. As always, eating at delicious vegan-friendly restaurants was top priority. Reviews:
(Brunch – Lower East Side)
Okay, everyone. This was amazing. First of all, for the low price of $11 dollars, you get:
coffee, a morning alcoholic beverage, and a brunch special. I would pay $1100/month just to live in Manhattan and eat there everyday. Well, maybe not. Anyway, I got the vegan banana walnut pancakes, coffee, and a greyhound. The pancakes were great. Three plain-looking pancakes on the outside, but full of banana and nuts when you cut into them. Delicious, filling, and cheap. We didn’t have to wait for a table, our service was great, and I think I was wearing the exact same outfit as our waiter. Good fucking eats. If you can find it (I’ve tried and failed on previous trips to find this place), you will love it.
(Brunch – East Village)
This is an old favorite of mine. I like going here because it’s small, it’s cute, and it’s close to Washington Square Park which is easy to find and get to. They didn’t have my favorite pancakes in the world, so I got a vegan waffle and a half pitcher of sangria instead. The sangria was delicious and adorably garnished with pineapple slices. The waffle was delicious, but not as good as my pancakes I’ve had from them before OR the pancakes at Kate’s. Sacred Chow is a little pricey, but the quaintness, location, and sangria make it worth it. Or at least, that’s what I think.
This has been another installment of Kirsten Thinks She’s a Food Critic. Thanks for eating!
Love,
Kirsten
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