28 Best Vegan Restaurants in Ridgewood

“Fantastic food, twist on classic Americana. Great drinks and service“

“Excellent food, nice selection of snd beer and dessert was outstanding. Will definitely revisit.“

“Food was good and friendly customer service. I will recommend everyone this place.“

“The food is amazing! We had the mussels, Brussels sprouts, artichoke hearts, chicken, shepherd’s pie, fish sandwich, and burger. The drinks were wonderful and the ambiance was so much fun. Really had a laugh at the bathroom with all the googly eyes.“

“Very attentive staff!! Delicious food! I love the music!!“

“A classic NYC establishment with gluten-free options! Chef Cristina answered all of our questions about their protocols for gluten-free pastries. They keep them on the top shelf and/or separate from the other pastries and they are made at different times with sanitized equipment. Of course it is a shared kitchen, so keep that in mind in terms of cross contact. Everything we tried was delicious! My favorites that day were the espresso cheesecake, the red velvet cheesecake cup and the flourless chocolate cake. We will absolutely be back!“

“I placed an order late Saturday night and waited an hour but Door Dash canceled the order and my sweets never arrived. I tried again Sunday morning and I was delighted to receive what I ordered in addition to some extra treats for the trouble from the previous night. So very much appreciated. Everything was absolutely delicious. Thank you so much.“

“I come here often and the people are sweet, the food is good, but I genuinely cannot remember the last time they got my bagel order correct. I’m talking consistently wrong for the past few years. I’m beginning to think they are out to get me.. I almost double checked today, but I saw how clearly the order read, “NO EGG” (currently have major egg ick) and thought…, “you know what? Today they will get it right.”… as I walked home with the brown paper bag… something didn’t feel right.. it was too heavy…. When I opened it, sure enough, there was egg. My order was wrong again. Considering my coffee and bagel cost me $20 with an 18% tip, I’m slightly pissed off. Alas, I’ll be back, but next time I’m checking (I won’t).“

“I had a great experience here! The food was fresh, flavorful, and came out quickly. The tacos were packed with meat, seasoned well. The staff was friendly and attentive, and the restaurant had a welcoming atmosphere. The portions were generous for the price, and everything tasted homemade. I’ll definitely be coming back and would recommend this place to anyone looking for authentic, delicious Mexican food.“

“Different, welcoming and quaint.“

“Love this place!
So happy it’s just around the corner from me ☺️. The bartenders are amazing, Jessica is such a sweetheart and makes the absolute best drinks. The owner is super cool and really sets the tone for the great vibes here.
The cook always puts out delicious finger foods which are perfect for snacking while drinking. I especially love when they do karaoke nights and bring in live bands, it’s always a fun time. And when DJ Sound Nice plays there, he always has the place rocking with all types of music.

This spot is a total gem—great atmosphere, great people, and always a good time!“

“Excellent food...excellent people“

“Wonder has been one of our most consistent go-tos. Pickup is usually easy, the system works, the space is clean, and the food has honestly surprised me from day one. When they first opened, it felt like every order was dialed in, like the kitchen cared.

I’ve tried a ton of the menu and there are staples I keep coming back to: the salmon is always generously portioned and perfectly cooked, the sauces and capers are on point, and the broccolini is genuinely one of the best sides I’ve had anywhere - that char + acidity goes with everything. Even the simple stuff like fries and potatoes hit when they’re done right.

That’s why I’m leaving this review: lately I’ve had a stretch of 5-6 orders with small misses that didn’t used to happen - missing toppings, uneven pizzas, a pizza with a huge bubble, broccolini missing the lemon dressing, stuff like that. Not enough to stop ordering, but enough that it makes me stick to the “safe” items instead of exploring.

Still a big fan, still ordering regularly, just hoping the consistency snaps back to how it was because Wonder at its best is hard to beat.“

“The food is absolutely delicious. I had the bleu cheese burger. The best I’ve ever had. No exaggeration. Can’t wait to go back.“

“Delicious fresh burgers, hot crispy french fries. Everything I was hoping for. I am very impressed by the quality of the food. This is the place…“

“I called them at 4pm on a Friday asked about a tiramisu cake for my son’s girlfriend. They did not have it available but promised they would have one fresh for me on Saturday morning and they did not disappoint! It was the most moist yet airy perfect texture perfect sweetness cake EVER! Delicious and beautiful. ❤️“

“Genuinely the greatest vegan pizza I’ve ever had. I have had a hard time finding good authentic Italian food since being vegan and this food is actually this best vegan Italian food maybe on the planet. Not to mention the workers here were so extremely nice and welcoming. Very wholesome place. Will come back over and over.“

“I used to order from seamless. Great food. I love their curry with tofu. They also have great “fish sticks”. This food is really great and always come hot and nice looking. Go for it“

“I've been craving Pineapple Fried Rice for a while motivated me to try Tasty Thai. I'm not sure if it was because I was hungry but the moment I shoved that spoon in my mouth I melted with flavors. It was so good and it had a hint with sweetness which I adored. I added Chicken to it which was such a good hint of protein“

“The Best Food Ever,“

“La Bella is one of those pizzerias that truly understands what “old school” is supposed to mean. Not “retro-inspired.” Not “artisan.” Not “deconstructed.” Just good food, made the way you remember it, with generous ingredients, plenty of flavor, and absolutely no fear of butter, cheese, or carbs.

Everything I’ve had there feels like it was made with care. The slice selection is huge, with just about every topping combination you can think of. The Sicilian squares are especially good: thick, fluffy, properly sauced, and somehow sturdy enough underneath that you don’t need a fork, a knife, and structural engineering degree to eat one. They’ll also add whatever toppings they have available, because apparently happiness is customizable.

My Friday go-to is the baked ziti with meatballs, which never disappoints, but the real heroes of the meal are the garlic knots that come with it. Soft, chewy, absolutely drenched in buttery garlic goodness, and perfectly designed for soaking up every last bit of sauce. Calling them a “side” feels disrespectful. They are an event.

If you’re in the area, I highly recommend La Bella—especially if you’re from that particular generation that drank from the garden hose, came home when the streetlights turned on, and remembers when a neighborhood pizzeria didn’t need a mission statement.

La Bella keeps it simple. La Bella keeps it old school.

La Bella keeps it real.“

“I just ordered a smoked Brisket Pho, the Brisket was well cooked, the Broth was savory. Highly recommend!!!!!“

“Don’t hesitate if you want to eat a good sandwich. $12-15 💵(average) for good quality and you get full. It took like 15 m to wait to bring the food but it was worth the wait. I will come back to try different things. For + food food in NY follow me @elmanudominguez 🍴and I will help you with good tips.“

“My cold brew and everything bagel was absolutely divine, I’m only here in bushwick temporarily and sad to leave because of this“

“I reached out to Ridgewood Taco Factory to host a surprise birthday party, and I truly could not have asked for a better experience. Aidan, the owner, was incredibly helpful and wonderful to work with throughout the entire planning process.

For one set price per person, we had unlimited plates of five different types of tacos, empanadas, chips, salsa, guacamole, elotes, churros, and rice pudding, all served hors d’oeuvres-style with a waitress walking around with fresh plates of food throughout the party. Beer, sangria, and margaritas were included as well, which made everything so easy for us as hosts.

Aidan went above and beyond by creating a special taco just for the birthday girl and even printing custom menus for the occasion. We weren’t expecting that at all, and it was such a thoughtful, sweet addition that made the party feel even more special.

The food was fantastic. Everyone was raving about the tacos, and the rice pudding was an especially huge hit, it was served with these cinnamon sugar chips and diced mango and was SO good. Even the French fries we ordered for the kids were amazing! Everything came out hot and fresh, and we could actually see the food being prepared throughout the party.

The restaurant itself is adorable, I barely needed any decorations. I was initially a little worried that it might feel tight with 30+ people, but it was honestly the perfect size. The cocktail-style setup worked so much better for a party like this than a traditional sit-down dinner because everyone could walk around, talk, eat, and enjoy themselves.

Our waitress was incredibly friendly, attentive, and accommodating, she even took a bunch of pictures for us, and the bartender was great too, he definitely knew how to make a good, strong drink!

From the planning to the food to the service, the entire experience was wonderful. Aidan and his staff made everything so easy for us and helped make the birthday feel genuinely special. I would absolutely recommend Ridgewood Taco Factory for a party or event or even just for take-out.

Thank you so much to Aidan and the entire Ridgewood Taco Factory staff for making it such a memorable night!“

“best pizza ever all the pastas ,salas , hot and cold heros, soups ,wraps etc“

“This place has it all such an amazing assortment of freshly made treats. They also have shakes, frozen, yogurts, and toppings galore. I always pass with my family as my kids love the frozen yogurt and the self serve that they can make their own delicious Sunday. I suggest you stop by give the place a try if you haven’t been there before. Thanks for reading my review you could also give me a follow on Facebook.“

“As someone born and raised in Thessaloniki, I know a proper gyro. Gyro World gets it right. The pork gyro is spot on - juicy, seasoned just like we do it back home, carved fresh off the spit, wrapped in soft pita with tomato, onion, and real tzatziki. Tastes like Greece.

My brother got the chicken gyro and it is just as good. Tender, full of flavor, with that nice char. You can tell they care about doing it properly.

The place feels welcoming. The staff are friendly and the service is quick. No frills, just honest, quality Greek food. If you’re looking for a proper gyro in New York, this is the spot.“