Innovative vegan Mediterranean w/ creative dips & vegan steak that 'bleeds.' Upscale ambiance, great for skeptics.
This upscale Mediterranean vegan restaurant offers a unique dining experience, particularly for those skeptical of plant-based cuisine. Reviewers rave about the flavorful dishes, from creative dips to meaty mushroom skewers, and even a vegan steak that mimics the real thing. The ambiance is described as beautiful, making it a great spot for special occasions or an elevated meal.
This restaurant excels in vegan Mediterranean cuisine, with standout dishes like flavorful Mediterranean dips, meaty wild mushroom skewers, and a notable vegan steak that has impressed even meat-eaters. While most feedback is overwhelmingly positive, a few comments mention a focus on mimicking meat and a preference for embracing vegetables more directly. The vegan khachapuri has also received high praise.
"Standout dishes include the flavorful Mediterranean dips, well-prepared wild mushroom skewers, and a remarkable vegan steak. The vegan khachapuri has also been described as mind-blowing."
Customers generally have a highly positive sentiment, praising the creative and delicious vegan Mediterranean cuisine, with many non-vegans being impressed. Some minor feedback suggests a reliance on meat alternatives and a 'try-hard' service, but overall satisfaction is very high.
Important Note
One observation is that the restaurant may rely heavily on plant-based meat alternatives rather than purely celebrating vegetables. Some also found the service to be a bit 'try-hard'.
"The original poster noted that Anixi in Chelsea is on their list and they've heard amazing things about it."
Positive"This commenter recommended Anixi in Chelsea."
Positive"Anixi on 8th Ave is recommended for its nice food, with a note that the decor might be a bit much but it's suitable for solo dining."
Positive"This user rates Anixi as 10/10."
Positive"This user states that Anixi has an amazing vegan khachapuri which blew their mind."
Positive"This user mentions that Anixi has vegan khachapuri."
Positive"The user thoroughly enjoyed Anixi as a non-vegan and states it destroyed their expectations for vegan food."
Positive"The user mentions Anixi as a commonly recommended restaurant by Guy Vaknin in this subreddit."
Positive"The user liked the few dishes they tried at Anixi in Chelsea, though they don't know about its happy hour."
Positive"The user inquired if Anixi is entirely vegan after a recommendation for their vegan steak."
Neutral"Anixi is recommended for its vegan steak that reportedly 'bleeds'. The commenter notes that while the service might be a bit 'try-hard', the food is good and convincing enough for meat-eaters."
Positive"The user expressed intent to vote for Anixi from the provided list, indicating it sounds appealing."
Positive"This Mediterranean restaurant is entirely vegan and is described as amazing, making it a highly recommended option for vegan diners."
Positive"Anixi is recommended as a very good vegan restaurant, even for non-vegans. It is suggested as a potential fit for the user's request."
Positive"Anixi Mediterranean Vegan Restaurant was mentioned."
Neutral"Anixi is recommended for its Mediterranean flair."
Positive"Anixi is recommended for its Mediterranean vibes."
Positive"Anixi, by the same chef as Willow and Coletta, offers delicious food and a nicer, upscale experience. It's part of a group with other restaurants focusing on different cuisines."
Positive"Anixi was recommended as a great dining option."
Positive"Anixi is suggested as a pure vegan restaurant to consider visiting for a change."
Neutral
