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    4.8 (28 reviews)
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    Chelsea P.

    Stopped by this cute spot . The owner was the sweetest and most encouraging woman I ever met . With this pandemic people are cold but she's so warm . The place is super cute and small and I love that . We got the apple loaf , lemon loaf , red velvet cupcake , the crumb cake . My favorite was def the apple loaf I absolutely loved it it was moist and not too sweet . Just a really beautiful taste . What I love is that she incorporates really cool ingredients like beets to get that natural coloring on the red velvet or using tumeric in the lemon loaf to get that nice color . I would always support her . You should too ! Go check her out :)

    Here is a sandwich where Ava's turmeric bread is used and it is to DIE FOR. Please believe me!
    Toshonie W.

    I found out about this establishment by going to another black owned business that let me know who makes there bread and I went on a scavenger hunt to locate the creator of this bread. Upon entering the establishment your invites in with the beautiful yellow and gold accent walls that instantly pull you in. Right in the heart of bed- stuy which I love because this in t my community. The owner Ava was so insightful, kind, helpful and pleasant to speak with! She educated me on the different variations of breads to choose from as well Ingredients & as how to ensure optimal freshness of the bread. I will be eating my rolls in the morning and for dinner. I love that she has created breads for vegans, vegetarians, and people who are alkaline! It's such a refreshing feeling to know I can come in my community to get good quality bread that taste SO GOOD! Thanks Ava for being so welcoming. You got a customer for life!

    Multigrain Gourmet Turmeric Bread
    Jailine D.

    Downloaded the app to pick up some left overs! I was able to get a whole bag of their turmeric multigrain gourmet bread! It was delicious and somewhat sweet! They are such a cute shop with flowers everywhere! Loved it and will definitely come back as a regular customer next time!

    Welcoming affirmation

    This small vegan bakery in Bedstuy has some of the best vegan pastries I've ever had and the staff are always very friendly. The ambience at Ava's is very welcoming. The bread is baked freshly on the premises, a must have.

    Strawberry shortcake

    Sooooo good. I cannot say enough how delicious everything was. I recommend the strawberry shortcake! And it was a pleasure to meet Ava!

    Tavanya G.

    The best vegan baked goods in the area. The cakes are all so moist. The owner is also the sweetest lady, very warm and welcoming. Look out for when she has savory foods too. I've never liked mushrooms in my life, and she cooked them so good I loved it.

    Restaurant love

    All the vegan treats your heart desires! Great vegan bakery menu, vegan bits and workshop classes to learn HOW TO bake vegan treats!! Add to your favorites and really stop by!

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    ZeeJay V.

    Beautiful little vegan bakery shop. The most kindhearted people matched with amazing tasting vegan treats. You can feel The love in their food. Definitely visiting when I come back to NY

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    Definitely 5 star baked goods! Fresh and absolutely delicious oh and it's vegan!

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    Wow. The baked goods here are some of the best i've ever had in my life. The carrot cake made me moan. 10/10.

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    Modern Love Brooklyn - Apple berry pie with homemade Vanilla ice cream and coconut whipped cream

    Modern Love Brooklyn

    4.3(743 reviews)
    1.2 miWilliamsburg - South Side
    $$

    If you're into plant-based comfort food that doesn't skimp on flavor (or portion size), Modern Love…read moreis absolutely worth a visit. The menu is stacked--sandwiches, hearty apps, macs, and cozy entrees that make you forget you're eating vegan. During my visit, they were running a Reuben sandwich special that seriously tempted me, but I went with the oyster mushroom calamari, and wow, the seasoning was spot on, and it could easily fool a seafood lover. My friend tried the seitan wings and was really impressed, even though he's usually not into mock meats. They came with super flavorful sauces and were definitely shareable. He also had the smash burger, which was a total win--savory, satisfying, and gave big diner vibes. We heard the milkshakes are amazing too, but we were too full to fit them in. Next time, for sure. Only downside? The service was on the slow side--we waited over 30 minutes between apps and mains. It's a popular spot, so some delay is understandable, but it was noticeable. Overall, I loved it and can't wait to go back with an emptier stomach and room for dessert.

    A lot of restaurants talk about vegan, but they only have soy or pseudo meat options. What I loved…read moreabout Modern Love was that they weren't trying to imitate meat and everything tasted delicious. Complex flavors, creamy texture & great for meat eaters too because you don't think it's suppose to taste like something it's not. It was quite busy, but we got seated by the entrance which was cute and feminine with varying mirror shapes. Definitely recommend. $20-$30 meals.

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    Modern Love Brooklyn - White and Red Sangria with huge cinnamon sticks

    White and Red Sangria with huge cinnamon sticks

    Modern Love Brooklyn - Poutine Fries with gravy and vegan ricotta cheese

    Poutine Fries with gravy and vegan ricotta cheese

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    HAAM Caribbean Plant Cuisine - Yuh Mothas Mofongo

    HAAM Caribbean Plant Cuisine

    4.5(183 reviews)
    1.1 miEast Williamsburg
    $$

    Saturday afternoon in Brooklyn. A galpal and I decided to try HAAM. And we are so happy we did. It…read morewas a great ending to an already beautiful Saturday. We roamed the menu before we got there. We decided to share an appetizer of ISLAND ONIGRI and a side dish of CRISPY OYSTER MUSHROOMS. Both arrived hot and once bitten into DELICIOUS. Our drinks, besides lemon water, were SORREL BLOSSOM (non alcoholic) and CASA GUANABANA. Again, delicious. My main meal was JERK SALMON FETTUCCINE. My galpal's OXTAIL RICE AND PEAS. Then we had the nerve to order a dessert of PASSIONFRUIT TRES LECHES. We both said in unison at the end of the meal ," Everything was good and we are stuffed." I came back to Long Island and went for a walk to try and burn some of the goodness. My galpal jumped on her treadmill The wait staff was knowledgeable and patient and not intrusive. One of them took our picture. Another closed the shades to help block the sun and turned on the AC so we could feel more comfortable. IT WORKED. The music was loud but not overwhelming. HAAM sits on a busy corner. So parking could be an issue. But it's Brooklyn. There are two bathrooms. The one I went into was narrow but nicely decorated in black-my fav color. BOTTOM LINE: HAAM IS DA BOMB. We will be back. And BONUS: Prior to my coming there, I got a link to a BONUS BITE which lead me to a side dish of macaroni and cheese-vegan style

    Let's talk about this corner restaurant called HAAM, located in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. As you step…read moreinside, you're enveloped in a warm, homey atmosphere with a fantastic reggae vibe. The music is so soothing that it instantly makes you feel at ease and ready to relax in your seat. Now, let me tell you about the food. It's all vegan and plant-based, and it's absolutely delicious! I was skeptical at first, thinking, "This can't be all plant-based. What's going on here?" But boy, was I wrong! I ordered a few items, including nachos, trio empanadas, and vegan wontons. I wasn't expecting much, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors were so vibrant and the textures were so satisfying. I couldn't stop eating! Then, I ordered the oxtail with rice and beans, steak in a chimichurri sauce with rice and beans, and a hamburger with yuca fries. I also ordered two mac and cheese dishes and a side of tostones with a garlic sauce. To top it all off, we ordered a sour sop with vodka, a cream juice, and a red stripe beer. And let's not forget the tres leches and cheesecake with a passion fruit drizzle. I know I usually don't write long reviews, but this place had me hooked from the very first appetizer. The parking isn't great, so get there early and have your credit card ready. It's not a cheap place, but the quality of the food is worth every penny.

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    HAAM Caribbean Plant Cuisine - New bar at the end of the photo

    New bar at the end of the photo

    HAAM Caribbean Plant Cuisine - Sweet plantain boat, Bacon Egg & Cheese Empanada, Curry Chik'n Empanada, guava and cheese empanada

    Sweet plantain boat, Bacon Egg & Cheese Empanada, Curry Chik'n Empanada, guava and cheese empanada

    HAAM Caribbean Plant Cuisine - New decor

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    Ras Plant Based - injera with tasty hot source on the side - Awaze (Hot Sauce)

    Ras Plant Based

    4.8(497 reviews)
    1.4 miCrown Heights
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    Ras Plant Based is absolutely spectacular! I just finished volunteering at the Brooklyn Half…read moreMarathon and was looking for a vegan restaurant to eat at while visiting this neighborhood and I feel like I hit gold! This 100% plant based restaurant serves Ethiopian food and has some of the best unique flavor profiles I have ever tried. Food Ordered - Mercato Platter --This plate came with a lentil stew, ground chick peas, collard greens, and a pepper/carrot veggie medley. Everything in the platter was amazing - super flavorful and hearty. - Spiced Mac and Cheese --If you told me this Mac and Cheese was dairy free I would think you are trying to pull a fast one. The sauce was super creamy and light and had that amazing cheesy flavor. - Chefs Special --The Chefs Special was the star of the show for me! This dish was Kitfo covered in collar greens and avocado with the most amazing smoky sauce. All of the ingredients went together amazing to create a perfect bite.

    If you've never tried Ethiopian food this is your sign to go!…read moreRas has an all vegan menu with the most incredible variety of plants that will be the most flavorful and healthy meal ever! The food is so appealing that it's always on our list whenever we are in town. The staff is friendly and we've always had a great experience. They had an outdoor seating area but city rules made them put it away and apply for a permit. They are waiting for approval and plan to put outdoor seating again.

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    Ras Plant Based - Mushroom Tibs

    Mushroom Tibs

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    Ras Plant Based - Fries...we ok, nothing exceptional

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    Fries...we ok, nothing exceptional

    Slutty Vegan - Burger

    Slutty Vegan

    4.1(169 reviews)
    1.5 miFort Greene
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    I finally tried Slutty Vegan and it lived up to the hype. The burger was flavorful honestly, if no…read moreone told me it was completely plant-based, I never would've guessed I wasn't eating meat or dairy cheese. The only small thing I'd change next time is getting the sauce on the side. The location also has a small seating area in the back, which is great if you want to dine in.

    Ive been meaning to try this place for the past 2 years so I was excited to finally eat there…read more It's a corner store on a busy road so gets a lot of foot traffic and its within walking distance to Barclays. Takeout review Price: $$ (burgers are $19-22) but its comes with seasoned fries (more on that below) and the burgers are HUGE Store: few seats in the back, otherwise takeout mostlly. they call you a "slut" upon entering and leaving (it's entertaining). Food: - Dancehall Burger- sounded interesting but the maduros were a miss. would have been better with avocado and bacon. the slut sauce made this burger. onions were grilled but not caramelized. overall it was a solid burger. - Hollywood Hooker: massive but kind of bland? the texture was spot on for a philly chopped sandwich. but no slut sauce :( get the burger - eggrolls: philly cheesesteak egg roll. it was popular. Solid choice. i couldnt tell it wasnt beef. i added sweet chilli sauce to it which added some spice. - Fries: one batch was hot, crunch, perfectly cooked and had great seasonings. the other batch was soggy and was likely sitting out. if you get the fries fresh its worth it. Service: - Order on kiosks - Trainwreck. online order and suprised when it was ready within 4 minutes. Within 20 minutes I was in the store. 3 people + 2 food delivery drivers waiting. 2 workers - one was cooking while the other disappeared to get supplies / take out the trash. 10 minutes go by- no one gets food. 15 minutes. 1 delivery driver gets food. more people enter - delivery drivers + customers. Only 1 was greeted and told it would be a wait. 20 minutes. no food. The second workers comes back and helps with orders. finally 3 orders come out for in person orders only. 30 minutes, I ask for an update. 5 mintues later I get my food. total time was around 50 minutes not 4 minutes. I would recommend trying it for a good vegan burger and if you have an hour to wait. if you need a quick order or are rushing to catch a concert, show, or game at Barclays I would avoid. Food; 4 stars Overall 3 stars

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    Slutty Vegan - Is my combo without a drink?

    Is my combo without a drink?

    Slutty Vegan - This is the entrance. Not wheelchair accessible

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    This is the entrance. Not wheelchair accessible

    Lakou Cafe - Vegan Griot (Fried Jackfruit) Plate

    Lakou Cafe

    4.3(176 reviews)
    1.6 miCrown Heights
    $$

    This place slaps! They are small, but they utilize the space very well. Nice colors, good vibe. I…read moremade reservations, but they weren't really honored in the sense that we were running late, and when we came in, we just so happened to be able to get a table. It's not like one was actually reserved, but hey, it worked out, so I'm happy about that. Onto the food: I am half Haitian, and I may not speak Haitian Kreyol, but I know my Haitian food. I can prove my Haitian ethnicity by cooking traditional dishes. The legume was on point! That dish was my favorite. My friend truly enjoyed her salmon. Honestly, I wish I had gotten the salmon to take home instead of the Haitian fried chicken. Now, that wasn't that great to me, and I didn't enjoy it :( I'm still giving them all the stars and all the props because I really appreciated the service. This was my first time trying a Haitian patty with spinach, and it was absolutely fantastic. I think it's even better than the chickpea one. I would definitely highly recommend this place and also go back. But the Haitian fried chicken need to be better. Still, I'll definitely come again and try the salmon next time!!!

    Offering delicious and flavorful Haitian comfort food tucked away in the heart of Brooklyn, Lakou…read moregave me my first delicious taste of Haitian cuisine. I ordered the vegan platter whose black beans were smooth and piping hot, alongside the crispy fried tostones and meaty vegan meatballs. In fact the meatballs were so meat-like that neither my sister nor my husband could belief that they were made of jackfruit. The white rice was also extremely fluffy and moist and judging by the diligent rice-washing that was taking place behind the counter as we ate, I could tell that the staff really works hard to make it not just an afterthought, but a quality addition to the meal. My sister also really enjoyed her shrimp plate while my husband devoured his half-chicken platter. The sauces on our platters were also extremely flavorful, complementing the proteins in a beautiful way. All of us left Lakou Cafe feeling happy and satisfied with the portion sizes and level of quality. 10/10 I will definitely be heading back to this place the next time I'm in Brooklyn!

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    Lakou Cafe
    Lakou Cafe - Cool down with an iced coffee from Lakou Cafe

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    Cool down with an iced coffee from Lakou Cafe

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