Good vegan food. Quiet atmosphere. Polite staff. Happy to return. Good spot for take out.Dietary restrictions: VeganKid-friendliness: Would go with kidsWheelchair accessibility: No steps.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Constantina Bey
Went here for my birthday the other day and the food was good, the owner was very personable and kind. I'll definitely go her again. I really enjoy Buddhist food.Vegetarian options: EverythingDietary restrictions: Vegetarian/veganWheelchair accessibility: No step to worry about just a door
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: General TSO's Bean Curd, Sauce, Pad Thai, Singapore Mei Fun, Sesame Chicken
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Very delicious vegan dishes! I strongly recommend this restaurant! They don’t use onion, garlic or scallion which was a plus for me!Dietary restrictions: Vegan
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Zhongnanzi
Very good vegeterian restaurant and the tech is super cool！
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chaya Moont
We all wished the meals were less sweet. We loved having access to a vegan spot but the indoor dining is really 1 table - it's a take out
Disclaimer: I hesitate to write this negative review because I do not want to negatively impact the livelihood of a small family business. However, I had two miserable experiences ordering takeout from Amitabha, and I do not want potential customers to be shocked by the poor service and inconsistent quality of food. I have been vegan since 1997 and grew up in Queens. I know firsthand how limited the vegan options are in Fresh Meadows. So, I would have loved nothing more than to write a positive review here. Here's a brief summary of my miserable experiences (and one good one):I first discovered Amitabha during Covid and was super excited because of the dearth of vegan options in Fresh Meadows. Despite how empty the restaurant was, I waited almost 2 hours for the food to be prepared. There was no explanation provided for the delay. I was told repeatedly that the food would be ready "soon." Being generous, I decided to blame the delay on Covid. Because the food was very good (this one and only time), I wanted to give Amitabha a second chance in the future, hoping the unreasonable delay was just a fluke. The second time was not nearly as long a wait, and the food was mostly good, but hit or miss. So, I hesitated to rush back.Fast forward to December 3, 2023: I was ready to walk out without my $163 order because of how infuriatingly long I had to wait--again nearly 2 hours. I did not see a single other customer the multiple times I returned to ask for an update, and to eventually ask for a refund of whatever hadn't already been prepared. The refund was somehow not an option for the restaurant. I was simply told again and again that the food would be ready "soon." Trying to get a time estimate was futile. When my food was eventually ready, MULTIPLE items were not included. How it took 2 hours to cook only a few simple dishes blows my mind. Adding insult to injury, I was told to come back in 40 minutes if I wanted the missing items. Apparently, there was a "problem" with the kitchen. Why wasn't this communicated to me for ~2 hours? The absurdity of suggesting that I come back after waiting for so long! Needless to say, I left and will not return in the future.It's worth noting that the only reason I waited nearly 2 hours is because I could not get a partial refund. While the chef agreed to refund the many missing items, this could not happen on the spot, which was only half shocking, given how Amitabha runs their business. They had no way to process the refund while I was in the restaurant. I didn't ask many questions about it at that point--I just wanted to get out of there and sit in traffic for an hour heading back into Manhattan. Needless to say, it was clear that I needed to submit a dispute with my credit card. To make a long story short, I contested the cost of the missing items, along with the associated tax and 20% tip on this amount. Amitabha did indeed partially refund me (before American Express proceeded with my dispute). However, Amitabha neglected to adjust my refund to reflect the tax and the 20% tip associated with the refunded amount. Luckily, AMEX refunded the difference to me. I'd like to believe that Amitabha made an honest mistake and simply forgot to refund the tax and tip associated with the refund, but the idea that Amitabha should keep the few extra bucks is the cherry on top. (This is a matter of principle.)So how was the food this time? Mostly inedible. Greasy and/or tasteless and nothing in between.
I’ve dined here for. Few years now and the food is excellent! I wish it was still available in seating but the food is still enjoyable and service is great!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sesame Chicken, Singapore Mei Fun, Five Dumplings, General TSO's Chicken
Seth Hoffman
This place is so wonderful! The chef puts her heart in every dish. I'm coming back here next time I'm in the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
L Y
Good vegan-friendly restuarant, foods are delicious and at very reasonable prices, the owner is very kind too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ase J
UPDATE 12/1 updating them from 1 star to a 3 star because they took the time to resolve the issue and took accountability that’s a 5 star experience in itself.Food was trash, ordered the mock duck and veggie beef. The mock duck didn’t have much flavor but was okay texture wise than the veggie beef which was just flour fried up into thick squares (I could have did thatmyself and saved a 30 min drive) no attempt to get any type of texture, tough to chew and had 0 seasoning, this is one of those spots where the sauce is the seasoning, spent $40 on inedible food. They put the food on a bed a flavorless veggies like broccoli, cauliflower, squash 0 seasoning and give you a side of rice
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 5
Adaiah J.
One of my favorite places to visit and order take out from. Everything on the menu is good. I enjoy the pumpkin soup and samosas. Try anything and everything. Nice spot for a casual date or dinner with a friend.
The owner is so sweet and good quality food
Great food.Great people.
Good vegan food. Quiet atmosphere. Polite staff. Happy to return. Good spot for take out.Dietary restrictions: VeganKid-friendliness: Would go with kidsWheelchair accessibility: No steps.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Went here for my birthday the other day and the food was good, the owner was very personable and kind. I'll definitely go her again. I really enjoy Buddhist food.Vegetarian options: EverythingDietary restrictions: Vegetarian/veganWheelchair accessibility: No step to worry about just a door
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: General TSO's Bean Curd, Sauce, Pad Thai, Singapore Mei Fun, Sesame Chicken
Very delicious vegan dishes! I strongly recommend this restaurant! They don’t use onion, garlic or scallion which was a plus for me!Dietary restrictions: Vegan
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very good vegeterian restaurant and the tech is super cool！
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We all wished the meals were less sweet. We loved having access to a vegan spot but the indoor dining is really 1 table - it's a take out
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
My favorite restaurant around the neighborhood~*
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Braised Tofu Skin, Sesame Chicken, A4 Soy Vegan Duck, Crispy Duck
Disclaimer: I hesitate to write this negative review because I do not want to negatively impact the livelihood of a small family business. However, I had two miserable experiences ordering takeout from Amitabha, and I do not want potential customers to be shocked by the poor service and inconsistent quality of food. I have been vegan since 1997 and grew up in Queens. I know firsthand how limited the vegan options are in Fresh Meadows. So, I would have loved nothing more than to write a positive review here. Here's a brief summary of my miserable experiences (and one good one):I first discovered Amitabha during Covid and was super excited because of the dearth of vegan options in Fresh Meadows. Despite how empty the restaurant was, I waited almost 2 hours for the food to be prepared. There was no explanation provided for the delay. I was told repeatedly that the food would be ready "soon." Being generous, I decided to blame the delay on Covid. Because the food was very good (this one and only time), I wanted to give Amitabha a second chance in the future, hoping the unreasonable delay was just a fluke. The second time was not nearly as long a wait, and the food was mostly good, but hit or miss. So, I hesitated to rush back.Fast forward to December 3, 2023: I was ready to walk out without my $163 order because of how infuriatingly long I had to wait--again nearly 2 hours. I did not see a single other customer the multiple times I returned to ask for an update, and to eventually ask for a refund of whatever hadn't already been prepared. The refund was somehow not an option for the restaurant. I was simply told again and again that the food would be ready "soon." Trying to get a time estimate was futile. When my food was eventually ready, MULTIPLE items were not included. How it took 2 hours to cook only a few simple dishes blows my mind. Adding insult to injury, I was told to come back in 40 minutes if I wanted the missing items. Apparently, there was a "problem" with the kitchen. Why wasn't this communicated to me for ~2 hours? The absurdity of suggesting that I come back after waiting for so long! Needless to say, I left and will not return in the future.It's worth noting that the only reason I waited nearly 2 hours is because I could not get a partial refund. While the chef agreed to refund the many missing items, this could not happen on the spot, which was only half shocking, given how Amitabha runs their business. They had no way to process the refund while I was in the restaurant. I didn't ask many questions about it at that point--I just wanted to get out of there and sit in traffic for an hour heading back into Manhattan. Needless to say, it was clear that I needed to submit a dispute with my credit card. To make a long story short, I contested the cost of the missing items, along with the associated tax and 20% tip on this amount. Amitabha did indeed partially refund me (before American Express proceeded with my dispute). However, Amitabha neglected to adjust my refund to reflect the tax and the 20% tip associated with the refunded amount. Luckily, AMEX refunded the difference to me. I'd like to believe that Amitabha made an honest mistake and simply forgot to refund the tax and tip associated with the refund, but the idea that Amitabha should keep the few extra bucks is the cherry on top. (This is a matter of principle.)So how was the food this time? Mostly inedible. Greasy and/or tasteless and nothing in between.
The food is excellent and they never
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Five Dumplings
Restaurantji Recommends
I’ve dined here for. Few years now and the food is excellent! I wish it was still available in seating but the food is still enjoyable and service is great!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sesame Chicken, Singapore Mei Fun, Five Dumplings, General TSO's Chicken
This place is so wonderful! The chef puts her heart in every dish. I'm coming back here next time I'm in the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good vegan-friendly restuarant, foods are delicious and at very reasonable prices, the owner is very kind too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
UPDATE 12/1 updating them from 1 star to a 3 star because they took the time to resolve the issue and took accountability that’s a 5 star experience in itself.Food was trash, ordered the mock duck and veggie beef. The mock duck didn’t have much flavor but was okay texture wise than the veggie beef which was just flour fried up into thick squares (I could have did thatmyself and saved a 30 min drive) no attempt to get any type of texture, tough to chew and had 0 seasoning, this is one of those spots where the sauce is the seasoning, spent $40 on inedible food. They put the food on a bed a flavorless veggies like broccoli, cauliflower, squash 0 seasoning and give you a side of rice
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 5
One of my favorite places to visit and order take out from. Everything on the menu is good. I enjoy the pumpkin soup and samosas. Try anything and everything. Nice spot for a casual date or dinner with a friend.