Veggie Chinese w/ mock meats, a casual West Village fave w/ a long history.
This West Village spot offers a unique take on Chinese cuisine, specializing in creative mock meat dishes that satisfy cravings for traditional flavors. It's a go-to for locals seeking a more relaxed dining experience and is known for its entirely vegetarian and vegan menu. The restaurant has a long history, formerly known as Vegetarian Paradise.
The restaurant serves Chinese cuisine with a focus on vegetarian and vegan options, notably featuring mock meat dishes. It's considered a good choice for those looking for plant-based versions of classic Chinese fare.
Customers generally have positive feedback, appreciating the creative vegetarian Chinese dishes and the relaxed atmosphere. It's a well-regarded option for those seeking vegan and mock meat alternatives.
Important Note
The restaurant was formerly known as Vegetarian Paradise.
"The user clarified their understanding after realizing Vegetarian Paradise and Red Bamboo might be different establishments."
Neutral"The user confirmed they were talking about the same place when it was referred to as VP2."
Neutral"The user mentioned that the restaurant was referred to as VP2 during the CBGB era, implying a long history."
Neutral"The user was clarifying if Vegetarian Paradise and Red Bamboo were the same restaurant, asking about specific menu items."
Neutral"The user was looking for Vegetarian Paradise in Manhattan and inquired about specific menu items like roasted duck, sticky rice, chicken with bamboo stick, and scallion bread after it was identified as possibly being Red Bamboo."
Neutral"The user confirmed that Vegetarian Paradise is now known as Red Bamboo and recalled the previous name."
Neutral"The user confirmed that the restaurant in question is now called Red Bamboo and is located on West Fourth."
Neutral"Red Bamboo was mentioned as a great vegetarian/vegan option near NYU campus."
Positive"This is recommended as one of the vegan-only restaurants available in the city."
Positive"Red Bamboo is considered a good option for more local and low-key dining."
Positive"Red Bamboo serves Chinese food with mock meat options."
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