Vibrant veg-forward dining in Flatiron. Creative dishes, stunning interior. Great for celebrations & omnivore-approved.
Molly Fitzpatrick reviews abcV, a vegetarian restaurant in Flatiron, highlighting its vibrant dishes like green chickpea hummus and dosa, making it a great spot for celebrations or convenient dining.
abcV, a vegetarian restaurant in Flatiron, is a vibrant and visually appealing spot that proves eating vegetables can be a pleasure. It's praised for its creative dishes, such as green chickpea hummus and flavorful dosa, making it a great choice for celebrations or a refined dining experience. While some find it more casual than other upscale options, its unique atmosphere and well-prepared vegetarian and vegan offerings make it a standout.
This vegetarian restaurant offers a creative and refined menu with dishes like green chickpea hummus and flavorful dosas. While most reviews are positive, with commendations for vegan and plant-based options, some find certain dishes like the whole roasted cauliflower to be anticlimactic and the cornmeal crusted oyster mushrooms to be unpleasant. The tahini-coconut-stuffed dates and Koji Mont Blanc are noted as standout desserts.
"The Green Chickpea Hummus, Dosa with flavorful sauces, and the Tahini-coconut-stuffed dates are highlighted as must-try items. The Whole Roasted Cauliflower is popular but has received mixed reviews. For drinks, the Sparkling Green Apple cocktail is recommended."
Overall positive, with many praising its creative vegetarian and vegan dishes and appealing atmosphere. Some note it can be a bit pricey or more casual than expected for an upscale establishment.
Important Note
One review suggests skipping the Cornmeal Crusted Oyster Mushrooms due to an unfavorable breading-to-mushroom ratio. The Whole Roasted Cauliflower, while popular, received mixed reviews for being bland in the center. Ordering multiple small plates can become expensive.
"The commenter expresses surprise that abcv has remained open for so long, given the challenges faced by vegan restaurants."
Positive"ABCv was found to be mediocre, with Gramercy Tavern being preferred. Hangawi, a vegan Korean restaurant, is also suggested."
Negative"The commenter found ABCv to be underwhelming during a recent visit."
Negative"Avant Garden is mentioned as a good meal option for vegan tapas, though it doesn't quite compare to Gramercy Tavern."
Neutral"ABCv was found to be unmemorable, while Gramercy Tavern's desserts received praise. Indian Accent is also recommended as an alternative with easy reservations and great food."
Negative"The commenter suggests ABCv over the Gramercy Tavern, especially if the tavern's menu remains unchanged."
Positive"ABCv is considered more casual, while Gramercy Tavern is more appropriate for a dressed-up occasion."
Negative"ABCv is highly praised as a favorite Jean-Georges restaurant and is noted for its gorgeous interior."
Positive"ABCv is described as slick and chic with more vegetarian options, though less traditional than Gramercy Tavern."
Positive"It's advised to check the menus for both Gramercy Tavern and ABCv as they are very different."
Neutral"ABCv can be very casual, and the suitability of Gramercy Tavern for a vegetarian depends on the menu, though Gramercy Tavern might suit the occasion's vibe better."
Negative"ABCv is considered more suited for vegetarian and vegan dishes but lacks the 'dressed-up' vibe of Gramercy Tavern, appearing more casual."
Negative"ABC V was listed as a recommended restaurant."
Positive"This commenter found abcv to be not bad but a bit corporate."
Neutral"abcV was mentioned as a vegetarian option."
Positive"abcV was listed as one of several vegetarian-friendly restaurants in NYC."
Positive"Describes Abcv as an upscale vegetarian restaurant in Flatiron with unique dishes."
Positive"This restaurant is recommended for its vegetarian options and suitability for a quiet dining experience."
Positive"abcV is mentioned as a restaurant with a conscious and seasonal menu that can accommodate allergies and dietary needs."
Positive"Abcv is mentioned as a suggestion."
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