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    Orchard Grocer

    4.7 (341 reviews)
    ModerateDelis, Vegan, Sandwiches
    Open 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Quiet
    Good for kids

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    Another vegan deli counter for the city!
    Fallopia T.

    I can't believe I haven't reviewed this place yet--since I'm here at least five days a week! For me, this tiny store is Vegan Central; they have things I literally can't find elsewhere. It's tiny because the store next door is MooShoes--world's first non-leather shoe store. They divided a larger space so they could sell vegan shoes and vegan food. As such, they sell both staples and treats--and they always have vegan soft-serve in either a cone or a cup: two flavors of the day--available either separately or as a twist. Their sandwich specials are all named after past and present shop cats who lived in the shoe store--the Edith, the Marlowe, the Bowery. So happy this store is so close to me and is thriving! They also do deliveries, for those who need it.

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    CJ D.

    If you talk extensively about a sandwich hours after eating it then that sandwich is wifey material. After a successful Mercury Lounge concert, my main man Brian drove us back to Jersey. On our trek we reminisced on this vegan chicken and the similar sandwich textures of old. Copenhagen Salmon sliders stood next to Orchard Grocer in high regard. Something about the flaky, buttery, smearable nature of this meat alternative proved satisfying on all cylinders. Fraternal twins Romey and Georgina stand tall, with sauce (Buffalo or BBQ) the primary difference. Scientifically proven, my taste is superior. Our group passed around five different sandwiches and my selection was top rated by the majority. Pickled onion fans unite under the Romey flag, ranch dripping heavy enough to seduce any Midwesterner. Our other members were the aforementioned Georgina, breakfast oriented Bowery, too little mayo Monty, and BLT copycat Rocko. As a sauce savant, my only suggestion would be to lather the Monty a bit thicker with that white condiment that your grandparents love. Barring that small change, hats off to the Thursday AM kitchen crew you beauties. The argument that you want "real meat" will only get you so far in life. Grow up and come taste this delectable deli you cowards.

    Soft serve twist cashew vanilla & chocolate
    Yvonne M.

    For a vegan ice cream, it's really delicious! They were able to make it creamy and right amount of sweetness. I also tried the joy ride sugar free candies which weren't bad just everything was pricey. It's a cute store and glad they have different alternatives for vegans!

    Menu, July 2023
    Andy N.

    My first stop after arriving back in NYC for breakfast was here at Orchard Grocer, a vegan grocery store in Chinatown with a robust deli menu. Their menu is filled with traditional and bagel sandwiches - all clearly marked with ingredients and mode of carb. You order with the staff at the front and wait for them to call your order. I went with the Edith ($12), their take on the NY classic bagel & lox, and also ordered a side of their Mac N Cheese ($7). The bagel was massive - I had forgotten how thick these were in NY, but it was very much reminiscent of lox with the marinated carrot. The mac was also good and a hearty side. Everything was great but very heavy, so don't feel like you need to finish it all in one go. Since you're inside a grocery store, there isn't much space to sit and eat. They do have a small counter by the door that fits 2-3 people where you can eat and people watch.

    The Rocko Sandwich
    Allison D.

    Small in size but impactful on the vegan belly and pantry. A great option for those who can't make it further to a larger grocery store for vegan specialty items. A somewhat remarkable selection of cheeses. I had the rocko sandwich today and it was without a doubt perfectly delicious, the tempeh was cooked well. I saw people noshing on the soft serve outside but regrettably didnt partake. The outdoor dining is still there so I got to enjoy the old Orchard street vibe at the same time as my sandwich. Epic vegan vibes!

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    Ruwan J.

    Orchard Grocer is a small vegan deli. the shelves are stocked with a limited variety of vegan-friendly grocery / pantry items. there's a small counter and menu-above where you can order vegan sandos + some sweet eats and vegan soft serve. i've had the sandwiches like the grilled cheese in prior years and those have been good and satisfying (4-star quality). finally, tried the vegan soft serve a few weeks ago and had high hopes...but the soft serve missed the mark in terms of overall quality and flavor. ordered a vanilla soft serve but it barely tasted like vanilla but tasted more like cashews bc that's one of the ingredients in the soft serve, itself. there was not a hint of vanilla flavor, at all, just the cashew flavor. nothing against cashews--they are fine and all but they don't like vanilla. the other issue with the soft serve was that it was more like an icee / slurpee consistency than soft serve smooth. there were small frozen ice chips throughout and tasted less like ice cream...and more like ice cream blended with ice. not terrible, but not very pleasant to eat either. kept thinking maybe it's just the top of my soft serve cup, but i spooned through the soft serve and it was small ice chipped throughout. maybe they should allow you to sample the soft serve beforehand. maybe they should allow you to sample the soft serve beforehand? hopefully this was an off-day for the soft serve...but the soft serve was 2 stars at best. i rounded up the review to 3 stars--to give this place the benefit of doubt. the service was curt, at best.

    The Edith Sandwich
    Rue Z.

    Service is great. The food was delicious, I ordered the Bowery sandwich on an everything bagel and I would definitely order it again. My husband ordered the Edith sandwich and he really enjoyed it.

    The Orchard Cobb Salad
    Audrey D.

    New favorite vegan spot. Remind me of a classic NYC bodega, but catered to a vegan audience. The store is stocked with amazing vegan goodies and the deli makes amazing sandwiched and salads. The staff here are very friendly, but they do take a while to get your order ready especially when it's rush hour. I recommend ordering online and picking up your order to avoid a wait. I've tried several of their sandwiches and salads, they're always filled with food and so flavorful. Also don't miss out on trying their soft serve, so good especially on a hot day. Their stuff is definitely on the pricier end, but imo worth it since you can't find anything like it.

    Sunday special 2/5
    Amanda L.

    My favorite place to get delicious and creative vegan sandwiches. Our clinic often orders delivery from here on Sundays and my go to's are either the special of the day or the chicken nuggets. Everything from here travels extremely well and are created with high quality ingredients. The nuggets are super crispy and come with a variety of dipping sauces, my favorite is the bbq. The most recent special I had was a hot agave popcorn chicken sandwich which was absolutely amazing with its sweet and savory contrast. Overall fantastic spot and I can't wait to visit in person one day!

    - The Miles Sandwich
    Parita A.

    Hands down one of the best vegan breakfast sammies I've tasted. I order The Miles and my husband order The Bowery. Both were delicious z the flavors melded so well together and it was the perfect level of spicy with the spicy mayo. The croissant was buttery and flakey and simply so delicious. The grocery store itself is nice and has quite a bit of variety!

    The Georgina with pickle and lettuce. Very good
    Lea H.

    Great great great! Enjoyed a lot. Has snacks and sandwiches. Great great great great. I like it! Good great and awesome

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    Delicious. Thrilled to see they have expanded their food menu and are serving coffee now! Appreciate their small outdoor seating.

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    Love the Edith, a bagel with vegan cream cheese and with carrot lox. Great selection of vegan pantry items. Staff is nice too.

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    Ask the Community - Orchard Grocer

    Is this place 100% vegan?

    100% vegan! 100% palm oil free! And they have gluten free options.

    What's the soft serve made out of?

    Hi Tiffany. Our soft serve is cashew based.

    Can I buy the carrot lox by the lb to take home or is it only available with food orders?

    you can buy it as a small or large side order. im dont think they sell it buy the pound. but im sure you can buy enough sides so it is a pound.

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    Came in on a Sunday afternoon and sat at the bar, the atmosphere was exactly what I needed. Quiet,…read morerelaxed, not too loud or busy. A really nice vibe overall. The service was excellent. My bartender Lewis/Luis was incredibly attentive, frequently checking in to see how everything was going. He also recommended the Avocado Sushi with truffle miso to go alongside the Bang Bang Broccoli I had already ordered, and it was a great call. The Bang Bang Broccoli is good the tempura is well done and the sauce is delicious but after a couple of bites, the sauce starts to overpower the broccoli and becomes a little too saucy and salty. I found myself reaching for water more than I expected. The Avocado Sushi had a really beautiful smoky, rich flavor, though I do wish they'd pack a little less rice. With so much rice in each piece, it's hard to get a balanced bite cutting it down by half would make it perfect. The Matchatini was a standout. Creamy on top, with just the right amount of alcohol not overpowering at all, just enough to complement the matcha. As tempting as it was to order another one, I wanted to savor the moment, and I'm glad I did. For dessert, I had my eye on the Matcha Sandwich Cookies with ice cream, but they were sold out. Fellow reviewers saved the day though, pointing me to the Matcha Cheesecake and they were 110% correct. That cheesecake did not disappoint. Though it didn't seem to be a lot of food but I couldn't even finish it on my own so I got it to go.

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    We went to Franchia Vegan Cafe at 12 Park Ave and it was absolutely top notch. The restaurant is in…read moreMurray Hill, and it feels like such a great find if you're looking for a really special vegan Korean / Asian-inspired restaurant in Manhattan. The space was super clean, calm, and had a vibe that felt authentic to the cuisine. The staff was also incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and fast, which made the whole experience even better. But the food is what really blew me away. I got the Korean Wild Green Tea First Picked, and it was unreal. Yes, it had that beautiful green tea character, but it was so much more layered than that--smooth, complex, almost naturally sweet, and honestly one of the most memorable teas I've had anywhere. I also ordered the iced matcha latte, and it was easily the best matcha latte I've ever had: no grittiness at all, just incredibly smooth, creamy, and perfectly balanced. We also had the baby dumplings in spicy sauce, popcorn shrimp, fried Manchurian cauliflower, spicy kimchi pancakes, Peking duck baos, and the duck rice bowl. Every single dish was excellent. I'm still baffled by how well they nailed the shrimp texture--seriously impressive. The flavors across the board were rich, creative, and satisfying without feeling heavy. If you're in Murray Hill and want a standout vegan lunch or dinner, or you're just looking for one of the best plant-based restaurants in Manhattan, Franchia is absolutely worth going out of your way for. Highly recommend.

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