Went here with a vegetarian friend, who is also not a huge fan of the veggie burgers that taste too…read moremuch like meat. It was a risk, because you know how vegetarians can get about cheese (I'm vegan now. When I used to be vegetarian, I'd get annoyed if a meal didn't have cheese in it, or if it had vegan cheese. I've noticed that a lot of my currently vegetarian friends are the same.) , but I figured that he would be cool about it, because he knew that there wasn't much else in the area that I could eat that had a/c. I love my city, but the restaurants need to get their a/c game in order. This is a slightly elevated burger joint. The options are meant to be on the healthier side, so they do stuff like sweet potato fries or a side salad with the burgers instead of potato fries. Here's my tip: get the salad. You'll be pleasantly surprised at how much flavour they can pack into a small but mighty green salad with some dressing on the side. It'll mean that you can avoid eating sweet potatoes (unless you like sweet potato, in which case, you're at the right place). That said, the side salad was excellent. Crisp greens, and a few bonus veg, with a creamy tasting dressing. No complaints, 5 stars. My friend got the black bean burger, and I got the chickpea burger. We got the burgers exactly a said on the menu with no customisation. This was a very VERY good choice. The chefs at Brick City Vegan know what they're doing, and they absolutely season the heck out of the food. Everything tasted so good, and the table fell silent as we demolished the food in front of us in the cool a/c. There was a napkin dispenser on the table, which you will need, because the burgers are generously sauced, and a bit of a mess to eat. Who cares? The food is incredible, and just the right amount of filling. Both of us ate every last morsel, and left feeling satisfied. For both of our burgers, I think it was less than $30 grand total after taxes. Not the cheapest meal, but certainly not at all expensive by vegan standards.

A brief glimpse of New Jersey…read more Stopped for dinner at Urban Vegan (2 blocks from Courtyard hotel). Had their California veggie burger with sweet potato fries. Delicious! Great service and friendly ambiance.

Loved the vibe here…read more Had a business lunch here and honestly it was a great choice. I can't take credit for choosing it. A super comfortable, not too loud or busy atmosphere. I got the Matcha pineapple juice and a Cesar salmon salad. The dressing was super different. It was a tomato Caesar which I've never encountered in the wild. That was absolutely delicious. I'd love to stop back and try some other things. If you're around here you gotta check it out.

My bestie requested Blueprint Cafe Lounge as her post Cherry Blossom Festival 10k meal. I put the…read morecoordinates in my GPS but couldn't understand why it was going to take me nearly 30 minutes to get to. Follow me here: do you remember club Love in DC (early 2000s)? The location is similar - a place that wouldn't be on your radar unless you know. I say all that to say, upon pulling up I remembered attending a private birthday party and some community networking events at Blueprint Cafe! We selected our own seating upon entry. What became our waiter offered a high chair for the baby. I get easily overwhelmed by large menus so I just glanced at the board but focused primarily on the brunch menu. I ordered the Irish Cream French toast which came with chicken. I also ordered a pineapple matcha lemonade. The pineapple matcha lemonade came in a bottle, which met my needs (juggling the baby and myself). I loved how refreshing and sweet it was! I really wanted another but didn't want to see greedy. The French toast was perfect. Not too sweet, light and fluffy. It paired well with the savory strips of chicken which came with a secret sauce. I forgot how nice of an addition Blueprint Cafe Lounge was to the Ironbound section. I'm looking forward to returning this summer and using the outdoor seating!

Delish Vegan Cafe near Newark Airport!! Little cafe tucked into the corner of the building with a…read morepickle to let you know you're in the right spot. We ordered at the counter and a high top table was prepared for us to sit in and eat. Service was friendly and kind for explaining the options and we even got a sample of a smoothie being prepared while we waited for lunch. They really know how to make veggies taste so rich and filling that you HAVE to come and try it if you're looking to explore a plant based diet or more vegan options and flavors! Street parking was sparse but lucky. Two filling vegan lunches and two cheesecake desserts with tax and tip the total was around $50.

Wow. Super impressed with this spot. The lady who served me was very friendly, but more importantly…read morethe food was out of this world truly. I tried the lauryn hill bowl and the young Hendrix. To say the least the young Hendrix was a 10/10 dish featuring an extreme amount of flavor encompassing many different tastes, a pleasant experience for the pállette and every bite keeps one entertained and at edge of their feet truly. The lauryn hill bowl also had great flavor. These dishes are light years more impressive than other restaurants and other vegan restaurants as they are super healthy. The restaurants sends a clear message to the world that you can enjoy your food to the highest ability and it still be very healthy! I hope they open more locations as they are seized for success if they are able to market themselves properly and get people in the door. One critique would be a better ventilation system in the kitchen as fumes did emit into the dining area to the degree, poor ventilation would be my only critique but this is very minor when looking at all the other things. Very budget friendly restaurant, excellent accommodating staff, over the top tasting healthy food! Plan to come back as much as possible in the future

Excellent food Jamaican Patty is awesome as well as the Michael Jordan steak sandwich.read more

Love Caribbean? Come check out this place! Very nice owner and welcoming. They partner with a pizza…read morebusiness so don't be confused lol. I love oxtail Caribbean-style, and this dish did NOT disappoint. The oxtail was delicious and full of flavor, and the sauce paired perfectly with the rice and peas and a side of cabbage. They were also kind enough to bring out extra plantains... YUM! My husband ordered the fresh roti with curry chicken, and it was huge--definitely big enough to share. He also loved the oxtail egg roll; it looked super crunchy and absolutely delicious. We'll definitely be back! Few tips: - Small parking lot but there's residential streets to park at - They accept Apple Pay - They serve cocoa bread with their patties!!! YES PLEASE! We will definitely be back! Thanks for the delicious lunch!

Incredible donuts - especially the cinnamon sugar Who cares…read morethat they are vegan Been there several times

This place is fantastic!…read more Sarah was very helpful and friendly as it was my first time in the shop. I got an iced latte with brown sugar cinnamon, the tofu taylor ham egg and cheese on a bagel, and some baked goods. Sandwich was bomb!!! Iced latte was good -- the baked goods are definitely what people come for. I got an apple fritter, glazed donut, cosmic brownie, and hostess cupcake. My favorites go in this order: cosmic brownie, fritter, donut, cupcake, but all are soooo good. Support this vegan small business!!!

Menu on a sandwhich board with daily options…read more Ordered the: Wild black rice with chickpeas and fried mushrooms. Strawberry smoothie. Friendly, fast Busy. One table with four chairs Local art on walls. Would return.

There's a whole block of vegan spots here in Newark: juice, meals, snacks, ice cream, and more. All…read more100% vegan and healthy! I had the black rice and "fried fish" (made with banana) and was totally blown away. Worth a trip :)

I came here after work and let me just say, they did not disappoint. The Korean Fried Oyster…read moremushroom wrap was EVERYTHING. The taste & textures were on point. It didn't feel like I was eating a vegan meal. Then on the side they have a side salad that includes a spring mix w/ basil & a home made ranch that was to die for . They also have fresh juice options & herbal shots. I had a Martinelli's juice & a burdock root shot. I can not wait to order again!

Great little vegan place for a quick lunch stop. I popped by here on a Tuesday afternoon. Was…read morepleasantly surprised by the selection and the variety of ingredients. My Chic-King Sandwich W/Side Of Fries was freshly made and tasted great. Service was very quick. Prices are fairly reasonable. I hope I can stop by again soon to update this review.

The vibe of this place is a dime in a dozen. The service provide is spectacular the owner know a…read morelot about conscious living and can help you with your path if you choose so. The empanadas are my favorites. Every week the menu meal plan changes so be on the look on for what dishes you don't like. It's better to finish it all on one day. Good for the family but not too sure for just an individual because it will get soggy the next days if you don't eat it straight away. Better to eat fresh.

I went here back on Labor Day weekend and the biggest standout memory was the waitress went so far…read moreout of her way to ensure we were happy here with the food, her service was truly outstanding here - she really took care of us. There was seating available both inside and outside and our meal was delivered to us very quickly on the patio with a smile and extra delicious home made sauce. It's pretty rare to find vegan biscuits with chicken to this level. We enjoyed the chocolate chip cookies and we will surely be back.

10/10 experience here! the food was so so so good! i had the california burger, i asked for the…read moresalsa in the side but oh my god is everything crafted together! as soon as i took a bit with the salsa i knew it had to go together! i subbed out the salad for sweet potato fries and had them with this delicious sauce! the people working here are AMAZING! i thought the lady that helped us was the owner based off of her hospitality, WRONG! she spoke so highly of the owner and talked about all the lovely things! the inside is such a vibe too. it is a bit cold inside but i'm also from california so did wear a sweater haha. will be coming back for sure!

The crispy crabby patty was everything and then some! The flavor and texture didn't skip a beat…read more Truly a 10/10 and something I would return for. And their desserts, so many great options. Service was great ! Whom helped me was very nice. And although I did take out , the ambiance was welcoming! Very nicely done. My first time and definitely not my last. Thank youuu How Delish !

I go here often enough and the customer service is amazing. They also have rewards and an app now…read moreso I recommend getting your points. Nice black-owned spot with variety of vegan options and it is clean. There's space to dine-in and they are open on Sundays. The energy is also open enough where strangers will have a convo while waiting. Coming from Brooklyn, I'm happy to have this spot so close to where I am now. Savory: My go-to is the chickpea tuna sandwich. I've tried it on a roll, long sub, and gluten-free... highly recommend the long sub. It's way too messy on the roll for me. Typically get it with the works. The potato salad is also very good most of the time (sometimes the potatoes are a little undercooked). I've also had the macaroni salad and the fried mushroom sandwich which are also good. I definitely enjoyed the thanksgiving special with stuffing (highly recommend that if they bring it back this year). Tip: if ordering a hero and you don't see yourself eating the entire thing in one sitting, I recommend requesting for the sandwich to not be cut so you can cut it evenly on your own For baked goods: the peach cobbler is good and it comes in a cute cup with a little spoon. I've also had the lemon cake & rum cake. Would order all 3 again. Would love to see donuts or cinnamon rolls (hopefully without cashews or walnuts due to my allergy). DRINKS: I haven't had a drink there that I would get again. The teas are overwhelmingly sweet; hibiscus punch was a lot like kool-aid to me. I also don't recommend the matcha if you are a matcha snob. Harper's Cafe is a great black-owned spot for a consistently good latte and they use quality matcha if you want quality nearby. Great spot with lots of options, especially if you're looking for a black-owned spot to support.