Yonkers’ vegan dining scene is blossoming with plant-based options that reflect the city’s diverse culinary landscape. From hearty Mediterranean-inspired dishes to innovative local creations, plant-based eaters can explore a range of delicious alternatives throughout the city.
Whether craving a quick falafel lunch or a sit-down meal at Masala Kraft Cafe in nearby Hartsdale, Yonkers offers plant-based diners multiple satisfying dining experiences that showcase fresh, flavorful ingredients and local cooking styles.
Discover Yonkers’ best vegan dining destinations now!
Featured Vegan Restaurants in Yonkers
- Sweet Grass Grill (Tarrytown)
- Falafel Place
- Grass Roots Kitchen (Tarrytown)
- Masala Kraft Cafe (Hartsdale)
- Cocina Burger Shop
Cocina Burger Shop
What to Expect
Customizable burger menu with vegan and traditional protein options
Description
A versatile burger shop serving both classic and vegan-friendly patties, featuring Impossible Burgers, custom build-your-own options, and specialty fries. Their menu offers creative protein choices, including vegetarian-fed chicken and plant-based alternatives.
Where: Yonkers | More Info: Cocina Burger Shop
Falafel Place
What to Expect
Kosher and gluten-free vegan Mediterranean street food
Description
A Mediterranean restaurant specializing in authentic kosher falafel with vegan options. Serves classic Middle Eastern street food with a New York twist, featuring crispy falafel, fresh salads, and plant-based Mediterranean staples. Their gluten-free menu offers hearty, flavor-packed dishes that celebrate traditional Mediterranean cuisine.
Where: Yonkers | More Info: Falafel Place
Grass Roots Kitchen (Tarrytown)
What to Expect
Flexible menu with clearly labeled vegan and omnivore options
Description
A fresh-casual restaurant offering a diverse menu with robust vegan options, Grass Roots Kitchen serves creative plant-based dishes alongside omnivore selections. Their vegan menu highlights include the Root Smash Burger made from beet, lentil, and mushroom, and the Korean BBQ Wrap with tofu. The restaurant features flexible dining with all-day breakfast and clearly marked vegan (V) and vegan-possible (VP) menu items.
Where: Tarrytown | More Info: Grass Roots Kitchen
Masala Kraft Cafe (Hartsdale)
What to Expect
Extensive gluten-free and vegan Indian menu adaptations
Description
A cozy Hartsdale Indian cafe specializing in regional snacks, dosas, and sandwiches with an impressive array of gluten-free and vegan options. Chef Jasumati Vaghji crafts authentic dishes that capture the spirit of a Bombay bistro, offering everything from Mumbai Pav Bhaji to Paneer Kati Rolls with a health-conscious twist.
Where: Hartsdale | More Info: Masala Kraft Cafe
Sweet Grass Grill (Tarrytown)
What to Expect
Bar carved from a single fallen oak tree from Rockefeller Preserves
Description
Sweet Grass Grill offers a farm-to-table dining experience featuring locally-sourced seasonal cuisine. With relationships with about a dozen local farms, their menu changes weekly based on daily harvests. Expect thoughtfully crafted dishes highlighting regional ingredients, from seasonal soups and salads to rotating entrees with a focus on fresh, high-quality produce.
Where: Tarrytown | More Info: Sweet Grass Grill