Vegan restaurant

Veggie Heaven

Hamilton HeightsManhattan

4.6· 1,695 reviewsClosed nowDairy FreeKosherVeganVegetarian
Veggie Heaven — vegan restaurant — in Hamilton Heights — Manhattan — NYC
Veggie Heaven interior — Hamilton Heights

Hamilton Heights

Manhattan

The brief

About Veggie Heaven

A huge menu of Asian vegan/kosher dishes, plus desserts, are served in a spacious, casual setting.

Community Rating

4.6

½

out of 5

1,695 community reviews

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Reviews

What diners say about Veggie Heaven

15 verified Google reviews · 13 with owner responses

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Leticia YoungLocal guide
3 weeks ago

If we are in Teaneck for any reason, this is our go to for lunch or dinner. The food and service are consistently good.<br><br>Our most recent visit was no different. Our waiter swooped in with a container of crayons to save me digging in my bag for our own (the placemats have pictures of veggies for kids to colour.) Tea arrived almost immediately. We ordered bbq "pork" ribs (ok), crispy garlic "chicken" (extremely delicious), and, in a departure from my usual mango "chicken", the black bean burger (also delicious.) The standout on my plate were the sweet potato... Chunks. Way too big to be wedges, let alone fries. This is not, AT ALL, a complaint! They were crispy on the outside and fluffy in the middle, and we're happily taken home as leftovers.<br><br>Veggie Heaven has fantastic, consistent, Chinese food, but now I know not to overlook the other parts of the menu.

Response from the owner

It sounds like you had a great time with us! We're glad you enjoyed the crispy garlic "chicken" and discovered the delicious sweet potato chunks. Looking forward to seeing you again in Teaneck!

Ali SLocal guide
a month ago

The sauces are to die for. All food is vegan but tastes like meat. Great homemade cakes and desserts. Good service and they don't push you to leave.

Response from the owner

Sounds like you had an amazing experience with our vegan dishes and desserts. We're pleased to hear you appreciated the relaxed atmosphere and service. Looking forward to welcoming you back!

Jennifer VegaLocal guide
a month ago

I really enjoyed this restaurant! I ordered split pea soup which was fantastic and filling. I also loved the sweet potato roll and crispy tofu skin roll with brown rice. Healthy and filling. And the green tea cake for dessert was fabulous! Not too sweet, moist, and had a nice green tea flavor without being too overpowering. It did take a while for the server to give us the check though.

Response from the owner

Happy to hear you enjoyed our dishes, especially the split pea soup and green tea cake! We're working on speeding up service, so your next visit should be smoother.

ECO MOLocal guide
3 months ago

I love to try Vegan cafés and I have tried all 3 Veggie Heaven. This one is as good as others.<br>I order 3 things :<br>The Phoenix Ball (Sushi) - 9.5/10<br>Schezuan Dumplings - 9/10<br>Sweet and Spicy Thai - 9/10<br>Plenty of desserts but we were full so couldn’t eat any.<br><br>The ambience and staff both are really good. A cute year old couple date place and nice lighting’s and seatings.

Response from the owner

Glad you enjoyed your visit and our menu selections! It's great to hear that you appreciated the ambience and service as well. We hope to welcome you back soon to try our desserts too!

Maribeth AbramsLocal guide
3 months ago

Reminds me of the restaurants in China Town that my family used to go to when I was a kid. Extensive menu and the food is incredible. We had dim sum, 3 very creative sushi rolls, "ribs," thai basil roll, and mu-shoo "chicken" and vegetables. Unlike most places that serve mock meats, the ones here are ALL HOME MADE. This is incredible and so rare - I don't usually care for mock meats but the "ribs" were sensational based on whole plant ingredients. Having creative sushi is so hard to find (outside of NYC) so that was a real treat. Surprisingly, they have at least a dozen different cakes on the menu. We got 2 pieces: black sesame and oreo. I think it's the best vegan cake I've ever had. Would be worth making a special trip here to pick up a cake for the next occasion. Somehow they have nailed the texture. Great place, must go!!!

Response from the owner

It’s wonderful to hear that our dishes brought back fond memories and that you enjoyed our homemade mock meats and creative sushi. We're thrilled you found our vegan cakes impressive too. Looking forward to welcoming you back for another visit!

Catherine Huston
3 months ago

This is my favorite restaurant of all time. Food made with lots of love. I order from here as often as I can, and could probably eat here everyday. I dont know how they do it but Im always in awe with how delicious everything is. Several options to choose from and incredible service. Delivery is so fast it feels like real magic. And the prices are very reasonable considering the area and quality. Its rare to be able to eat such a delicious meal so guilt free. The cakes are really special and beautiful. I love eating half and saving the rest for breakfast with my coffee. Thanks veggie heaven for keeping my belly full and my mouth happy. Life just wouldn't be the same without you.

Response from the owner

We're thrilled to be your favorite! It's wonderful to hear how much you enjoy our food and service. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to continuing to serve you.

Joanna Smith
3 months ago

The Sushi is crazy Good! The Guacamole is so yummy! I always get the Mongolian Beef and am so pleased. You won't regret this stop as a vegan. However, I would skip dessert. For me it wasn't as successful as the other dishes.

Response from the owner

It's great to hear you enjoyed the sushi, guacamole, and Mongolian beef! We're sorry the dessert didn't meet your expectations, and we'll pass your feedback to our culinary team.

London “Tea” TeaLocal guide
4 months ago

Heaven is an amazing place! Everything was absolutely delicious and surprisingly affordable. The flavors were fresh, well-seasoned, and you can really tell they put care into every dish. The portions were generous, and the presentation was beautiful. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, perfect for hanging out with friends or enjoying a relaxed meal. They even offer free tea, which is such a nice touch and makes the experience feel even more special. If you’re looking for great quality food at a good price, this place is definitely worth visiting. I will definitely be coming back!

Response from the owner

We're glad you enjoyed everything, from the food to the atmosphere. Happy to hear the free tea added to your experience. Looking forward to your next visit!

John BojorquezLocal guide
5 months ago

Hands down best vegan cake selection in the country. I can’t believe I didn’t discover this place sooner! The black sesame cake was so delicious. And don’t get me started about the sushi 🤤 We will definitely be back!

Response from the owner

We're delighted you enjoyed our vegan cake selection and the sushi. The black sesame cake is a favorite, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!

Y CLocal guide
5 months ago

Place is very outdated and I remember the food tasting better then it did. Was pretty disappointed.

Response from the owner

I'm sorry to hear that your recent visit didn't meet your expectations. We understand how important it is for our food to be memorable, and it's disappointing to hear that this wasn't the case. We'll take your feedback seriously as we work to improve both our dishes and the overall dining experience.

Ritesh MathurLocal guide
6 months ago

Good service and plenty of seating at lunch. Park in the lot on the side street. I had the boneless bbq ribs, japanese drumsticks and mongolian beef.<br><br>Boneless Ribs- interesting chewy texture but this was on the sweet side even without the sauce and I would skip this next time.<br><br>Japanese Drumsticks- 2 orders next time please! Intense crispiness and a great exterior crunch. Odd sauce pairing- but I doctored the ribs sauce with soy for a better dip.<br><br>Mongolian Beef-fresh crisp veggies and a nice savory sauce-would order again

Response from the owner

Sounds like you had a mixed experience. Happy to hear you enjoyed the Japanese drumsticks and Mongolian beef. We’ll take your feedback on the boneless ribs into account to improve.

Jeff T. CriticLocal guide
11 months ago

Veggie Heaven<br>473 Cedar Lane<br>Teaneck, NJ 07666<br><br>Spring Rolls<br>Crispy Soul Chicken<br>Vegetable Lo Mein with Roast Chicken<br>Crispy Garlic Chicken<br>Scallion Pancake Deluxe<br>Sweet & Sour Chicken<br><br>Appearance: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️<br>Taste: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️<br><br>If you are looking for an affordable meal, you’ve come to the right place. And here’s the rub; everything tastes exactly like meat and this is a vegan restaurant!<br><br>I sampled multiple chicken entrees and if I hadn’t known, I would have sworn I was eating real chicken.<br><br>Their sweet & sour chicken stands out from their competitors because they mix in pineapples and vegetables with the sauce.<br><br>Typically scallion pancakes are an appetizer. But, if you want to make a meal out of them, order the scallion pancake deluxe!<br><br>I highly recommend for take out only; the dining service is not the greatest.<br><br>#VeggieHeaven #vegan #springrolls #teanecknj

Response from the owner

Great to hear you enjoyed the food and found the flavors convincing! Thanks for pointing out the highlights like the sweet & sour chicken and scallion pancake deluxe. We'll definitely work on improving the dining service. Hope to see you again for a takeout soon!

BX ALocal guide
a year ago

Nostalgic American Chinese food from my non-vegan childhood days! Thoroughly enjoyed the Wonton Soup, General Tso’s Chicken, Lo Mein and Spring Roll… the vegan cake was a delicious cherry on top of a tasty meal. And all that for a very reasonable price with the lunch menu! Will definitely be back to try more dishes!!

Response from the owner

Thrilled to hear that our dishes brought back fond memories for you and that you enjoyed your meal so much. Looking forward to welcoming you back to try even more!

deepan prabhuLocal guide
a year ago

Value slayers would enjoy this place, food, ambiance and price!<br><br>The cooking is home style, spice is used carefully and would appeal to lot of people!<br><br>The popular picks from google tasted great.<br><br>Spicy dumplings were awesome!<br><br>Roast chicken fried rice was not great. The chicken chunks were bit sweet, lacked much needed flavor - no garlic, onions or aroma.<br><br>We found corn and peas!<br><br>The spicy noodle soup was mediocre too.<br><br>The soy chicken was not fresh!

Shawn WaltersLocal guide
2 years ago

Excellent fully vegetarian/vegan restaurant. Large menu of Chinese /Japanese/Thai dishes, sushi, sides, drinks and desserts.<br><br>I went with the Garlic Chicken, brown rice and Jamaican patties. Everything was cooked perfectly. Their vegan chicken substitute is delicious.<br><br>The restaurant is very clean, welcoming and spacious. I can't wait to return with family and friends. This is definitely one of the best vegan restaurants I've been to in NJ.

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