50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants near South River

“Went today with my Mahjong friends and had a fabulous meal as did everyone else. Excellent service and wonderful food and dessert 🍮“

“Hey guys, listen to what I'm saying.There is no need for anyone to look anywhere else. This is definitely the spot. Excellent food, nice place and beautiful people. If you order a full tray of food, trust me, you won't be disappointed ?. I usually take empanadas to my coworkers in NYC, and they love them. Thanks to Nossa Aldelia Bakery. And by the way, they make some amazing pastries.Thanks ? Danny Rodriguez“

“I have been there several times and the food is always great.“

“⭐️ Hidden Gem Alert: Bagel 1 in Old Bridge, NJ ⭐️

It’s amazing how some of the smallest, most unassuming spots turn out to have the most delicious food and Bagel 1 is absolutely one of them.

From the outside, the place might not grab your attention, it may even seem like somewhere you wouldn't go, but don’t judge a book by it's cover! The food coming out of this kitchen is delicious, fresh, flavorful, and made with care. If you’re hunting for a legit bagel or breakfast sandwich, go here.

What really stood out during my visit was the service. Wael, the gentleman working the front counter, was exceptionally polite, attentive, and patient. His attention to detail and willingness to listen closely to my order, especially as someone who likes to customize their breakfast sandwiches, this was refreshing. In many bagel spots, staff can seem rushed or distracted, but Wael made the experience easy.

Whether you're a classic bacon-egg-and-cheese kind of person or someone who likes to get a little creative with your sandwich, Bagel 1 delivers quality without the chaos. The spot is low-key, but the flavor is next level.

Highly recommend swinging by if you’re in the area and want a breakfast that hits the spot. Old Bridge is lucky to have this place!“

“The Best Staff, a staple of the community. Beautiful restaurant and Who doesn't love Portuguese and their food!!!!“

“Good ambiance.tasty food.staff is very friendly. Would definitely recommend.“

“Three of us had a wonderful dine-in experience at Koy Grill Marlboro/Morganville enjoying authentic Turkish/Mediterranean flavors and attentive service. From the moment we opened the door at 8:30 pm on a Sunday evening, we were greeted by a hostess who genuinely welcomed us to the restaurant. When we were seated, a pretty glass bottle of cold water was brought to our table, along with seasoned fresh/homemade Turkish bread and olive tapenade. The dinnerware and utensils were clean and tightly wrapped in napkin. Waiter and hostess (Ali and Olivia) introduced themselves. New to restaurant, I was given ample time to review menu. Both Ali (in training) and Olivia were very patient with my many menu questions. Needless to say, Ali and Olivia were spot on. We ordered multiple appetizers - shepherd salad, hummus + pita, crispy feta in phyllo rolls, and lentil soup. For dinner we had chicken shish, lamb adana, and lamb gyro + pita that I opted to top with grilled mushrooms and hot pepper. The online photos did not do the dishes any justice. I should have taken my camera out to share how plentiful the dishes were when served and how perfectly grilled the meats were, too! The food had delicious seasoning - that did not repeat afterwards. We took leftovers home and will enjoy lunch the next day. We each had desserts, too, that were served in glassware. One pistachio/gelato and two hazelnut/chocolate flute - both as pictured on menu. We were offered to take glassware home with us afterwards, but forgot to take with us while we focused on remembering to take our bagged leftovers. All in all, it was a truly enjoyable, unplanned Sunday evening dinner. Aside from the freshly cooked delicious food and desserts, it was one of the most pleasant interactions with restaurant staff that I can remember in a long time. Thank You Koy Grill and an even bigger Thank You to Ali and Olivia for welcoming us and for providing us with a great restaurant experience.“

“Frequent customer, but always blown away with the freshness of their summer menu. The shrimply the best tacos, which was originally on a tostada last summer, was just as amazing, but didn’t sit as heavy as a tostada. Love the move to a light tortilla. The Mexi-Avo toast was so filling and the flavors melted together so nicely. Don’t forget the decor inside is so cozy, boho/havana vibe and perfect for a date or girl’s brunch. 10/10“

“Wow! What a find! Just celebrated my birthday! The food, the atmosphere, and the service was stellar! The hostess explained the dishes in a warm caring manner. Will definitely be back. Created a wonderful experience.“

“Saffron in Piscataway offers an exceptional Indian dining experience, blending authentic flavors with an elegant ambiance. The diverse menu, welcoming staff, and beautifully crafted dishes make it a must-visit for food lovers!“

“Everything is so perfect. Can not think of any better vegetarian!!“

“For a $1000 meal I expect flawless service and unfortunately that was not the case. Drinks ordered during dinner arrived while eating desert. Two times they brought over the wrong drinks and one order they completely forgot.. Also when waiter brings over food he should know who ordered what and not have to ask again. Food was good but service needs improvement if those are the prices you will be charging.“

“Nice experience ❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍 Great menu“

“Good food and atmosphere and service always on point and both courteous and prompt ….. make a an awesome Pomegranate Martini 🍸“

“Lovely auntie makes the best samosa chaat I’ve ever had! Literally so mouthwatering“

“Hot pot is often very hard to eat. Our vegetarian family often struggles to find food not contaminated with meat or fish. At Mala Town, we were very pleased to see how thoroughly the dishes and utensils were cleaned. Furthermore, the food options were vast, fresh and customizable. This place is perfect!“

“Our go to burger place, love their crispy chicken burger, look forward to their new milkshake flavors!“

“Excellent service from the entire staff, especially the chefs. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and made the experience even more enjoyable. The food was so good, the drinks were excellent, and the prices were very reasonable. I highly recommend this place and would definitely come back!“

“amazing! great tasty stuff“

“The host Ranjitha and team deccan spice were excellent. Would recommend to everybody😊“

“Food is awesome. Service is top notch.“

“We had an amazing meal a few weeks ago at Luca’s! We were greeted and seated and waited on promptly. We brought our own wine in which they had no problem opening for us. The food was out of this world. Their meatball appetizer is everything you’ve heard and then some. Incredible sauce, bread service, and our meals were excellent. My partner had the octopus for an appetizer and said it was incredible. Both of our meals were amazing and served timely and piping hot. I had the chicken marsala with mushroom risotto, delicious! And he had the veal saltimbocca. The service was prompt, pleasant and just perfect, and the atmosphere is lovely. I highly recommend this restaurant!“

“Had breakfast here early on a Saturday with a friend. Food was good for sure. However, EVERY person working at this restaurant attended to us. We had a hard time finishing one sentence of our conversation without being asked how things were or if we wanted more coffee. I'm serious, no fewer than 6 people visited our table. Our waitress, Marissa, was personable and helpful; she was taking care of us very well. The 1-star for atmosphere was because the OWNER came to our table and asked if we wanted more coffee. I declined, but my friend accepted. I swear she did this just to make him go away as Marissa had offered us coffee moments before and she'd declined. THEN WE OVERHEAR the manager giving Marissa a hard time because we ACCEPTED COFFEE. His assumption was that she had not been attending to us instead of understanding that women know that the male ego has a hard time with the word NO. Not only should management not be giving a good waitress a hard time, they certainly should not do it where customers can hear. Gross!“

“My experience was 1000/10! Absolutely loved the ambiance, food options & cocktails! Of course, i owe my experience to our amazing server, Bella! She took the time to explain all different cocktails, specials & main plates! She spoke with so much knowledge & confidence, you can trust her with any recommendation! When I return, I am requesting Bella & if you wanna have the same experience, I recommend you do too!

My girls and I had an amazing time at this place. Most of us had steak, 10/10. If you love Espresso Martini’s, i highly recommend the Frozen Espresso Martini with sweet foam on top. Music is not too loud by the seating area which was great! Place is super aesthetic for pictures as well.

10/10 !“

“I personally know, not think, this was the best experience I’ve ever had. The workers here made me feel so comfortable. I am from Georgia and it was my mom’s birthday and they were playing Georgian songs before her cake came. About the cake, desserts, and food it was absolutely amazing. Would definitely recommend !“

“Great burger! And the service was great as well. Love the location also.“

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“Went with 5 couples…party of 10! All the appetizers, meals and drinks were great. Very good service…would definitely go back!“

“I work there service with attitude“

“Great healthy food! Highly recommend to anyone“

“excellent service. great food. having 45th anniversary there.“

“The manager goes above and beyond. The food is on point whether eating there or using DoorDash. Excellent food, service and cocktails“

“Stopped by Hummus Republic and honestly didn’t expect it to hit this hard. Everything tasted fresh, portions were filling, and the flavors were on point. Great spot if you want something that feels healthy but still super satisfying. Definitely coming back.“

“Authentic and delicious food for Indian food lovers. Great service and very humble staff. Very competitive prices as compared to other Indian restaurants with better service and food. We enjoyed it a lot.“

“Usually pick up pizza to go never disappointed in the quality and service.“

“Great food! Friendly atmosphere! Five stars! ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Everything you order is so fresh and delicious!“

“Excelente servicio! La comida estaba muy deliciosa y el personal nos atendió con mucha amabilidad.“

“Obwroy gave good service amazing place ,I came here very far place ,Food is always oshhm“

“Loved the food and friendly staff, large portions and great prices“

“Excellent cold sesame noodles! Everything is so fresh!“

“Only reason they didn't get 5 stars is because this was my first time eating there. The food was hearty, healthy and delicious—looking forward to the next visit. (They make their own bread!)“

“Taco Empreso is number one in all NJ & NY my absolute favorite spot. Not only is the food top tier but the drinks are amazing too. The piña colada is my favorite, the churros are delicious, and the tacos with mango are a must try. Even though the place is always packed, they’re always fast, and that says a lot you can tell everything is made fresh. The customer service is excellent, and Joanna is wonderful. She always makes sure my family and I feel satisfied every time we go. Taco Empreso, truly the best.“

“Best pizza I’ve ever eaten in my life!“

“We tried the new drinks - Buko Pandan___ and Cassava Latte (pardon me, I forgot the exact names),they both were soooo good!“

“The Pho here was delicious rich color, deep flavor, and the fatty brisket was exactly how it should be… fatty!!

The pork spring rolls were damn good 👍

They’ve also have a great vibe with music you wouldn’t expect, but it works. Really like this place, I’ll have a rice plate next time and update with more photos. Check it out if you’re a Pho lover.“

“It is really good good with good quantity Very friendly staff and good at explaining their menu Must try“

“Found this restaurant by chance and had a wonderful lunch for four of us. The food was great - The rodizo platters were cooked just as ordered. The staff was attentive and professional. We will go back!“

“Great food and service, has been coming here almost daily lately! Definitely recommend the zinger sandwich 🙏🏻“