Vegan & macrobiotic Japanese spot w/ standout ramen & healthy bowls. A beloved, long-standing NYC institution for clean eating.
This Japanese restaurant is a long-standing establishment known for its unique macrobiotic and vegan offerings. It's a go-to spot for those seeking healthy, plant-forward meals, with a particular emphasis on their flavorful ramen and nourishing macro bowls. While many praise its healthy options and long history, some diners have experienced stomach issues in the past, leading to a mixed but generally positive sentiment regarding its health-conscious cuisine.
This Japanese restaurant specializes in macrobiotic and vegan dishes, with a strong emphasis on healthy, plant-based options. It is frequently recommended for its ramen and macro bowls, appealing to those seeking clean eating or plant-forward meals. While generally well-regarded for its healthy offerings, one diner reported a negative experience with stomach issues after dining there a few years ago.
"The restaurant is particularly noted for its ramen and macro bowls, which are highlighted as healthy and flavorful vegan options."
Customers generally have a positive view of this restaurant, often recommending it for its healthy and plant-forward Japanese cuisine. However, there are a few reports of past negative experiences with stomach issues, leading to some caution.
Important Note
One user reported experiencing stomach issues after dining here a few years ago.
"Agrees with the recommendation for Souen."
Positive"Souen is suggested for macro bowls, noting it's an institution that offers healthy but not necessarily exciting food."
Positive"Identifies Souen as a macrobiotic staple in NYC."
Positive"Simply states 'souen!' as a recommendation."
Positive"Souen was suggested as a restaurant option."
Neutral"This comment suggests Souen as a lunch spot that is good for kids and healthy."
Positive"Souen is mentioned as a place that is entirely vegan and macrobiotic, offering several ramen options."
Positive"The user enjoyed Souen's large ramen bowls but had a bad experience with stomach issues a few years ago, leading them to avoid it since."
Negative"This user mentions missing Souen."
Neutral"This user lists Souen Soho as a closed restaurant they miss."
Neutral"Souen is listed as a potential clean eating spot, but the commenter has not been there."
Neutral"Souen is recommended as a restaurant that fits the user's preference for light, plant-forward meals."
Positive"Lists Souen as a potential dining suggestion in response to the request for healthy eats."
Neutral"Strongly recommends Souen (vegan) 'always and forever'."
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