the
HEALTHY-ISH
guide
*TASTES AS GOOD AS IT MAKES YOU FEEL
It's hard to survive solely off of heavy pastas, loaded pizzas and indulgent desserts... That's one of the many reasons why we love the New York City food scene. Here, you can find decadent and delicious food that isn't all that bad for you. From quick-service style salads, to quinoa pasta, dairy-free soft serves & Californian cafes, ...this is your ultimate guide to HEALTHY-ISH food in NYC.
SIT-DOWN RESTAURANTS
abc Kitchen
Chic New American eatery via Jean-Georges Vongerichten sourcing local, organic ingredients in a beautiful Flatiron space.
LOCATION
35 E 18th St, Gramercy
Bluestone Lane Collective Cafe
Melbourne-inspired coffee shop/ cafe serving up Australian style drinks & healthy fare all day long.
LOCATIONS
West Village, UES, UWS
Creative, health-conscious American cooking & seasonal cocktails in a casually stylish space
LOCATION
10 Downing St, West Village
Westville
A rotating menu of farm-to-table, vegetable-oriented dishes offered up in a casual space.
LOCATIONS
Chelsea, East Village, West Village, Financial District, Dumbo
Trendy Mexican restaurant with vegan and vegetarian options, plus awesome drinks
LOCATION
Chinatown
Casual Meatpacking restaurant serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner + Cocktails with a focus on healthy-ish cuisine in a laid back vibe
LOCATION
53 Little W 12th St, Meatpacking
Vegan spot by chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten for seasonal plates, juices & cocktails inside the beautiful ABC Carpet & Home space.
LOCATION
38 E 19th St, Gramercy
Banter
Australian cafe on a quiet Greenwich Village block serving up delicious fare with many healthy & vegan options + full bar
LOCATION
169 Sullivan St, Greenwich Village
De Maria
Chic all-day cafe serving colorful salads, grain bowls & other healthy 'New American' dishes.
LOCATION
19 Kenmare St, SoHo
Jack's Wife Freda
A lively NYC bistro with a delicious menu of American-Mediterranean food that serves breakfast, lunch & dinner in chic settings
LOCATIONS
Soho, West Village
Healthy brunch spot with cute decor and trendy menu.
LOCATION
401 W 25th Street, Chelsea
Vegetable-focused menu by Michelin star chef, John Fraser serving up modern dishes accompanied by cocktails & boutique wines.
LOCATION
72 University Pl, Greenwich Village
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Two Hands
A full-service, all-day restaurant with friendly Australian vibes, top-notch coffee, and a tasty healthy-yet-hearty menu
LOCATIONS
Tribeca, Soho
Cafe Mogador
Mediterranean spot specializing in delicious & filling brunch plates served alongside some of the best people-watching in the city
LOCATIONS
East Village, Brooklyn
Dimes
Eclectic, inventive and delicious health-driven Californian cuisine in an airy, artful Chinatown space.
LOCATION
49 Canal St, Chinatown
Seamore's
Nautical, seafood-focused spot serving sustainable "Catch of the Days" in enjoyable preparations like tacos, pasta, salads & more + beer, wine & cocktails in relaxed neighborhood digs
LOCATIONS
Soho, Chelsea, Dumbo
Small coffee shop and cafe with a West-coast-inspired menu.
LOCATION
100 Stanton St, Lower East Side
Hearth
Casual Meatpacking restaurant serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner + Cocktails with a focus on healthy-ish cuisine in a laid-back vibe
LOCATION
401 E 12th St, East Village
FAST- CASUAL
West~Bourne
A rotating menu of farm-to-table, vegetable-oriented dishes is offered up in a no-frills space.
LOCATION
137 Sullivan St, Soho
Clean-eating market plate spot offering a variety of creative dishes to keep you from getting bored. They follow the classic protein+2 sides model for a satisfying non-salad option.
LOCATIONS
SoHo, Gramercy, DUMBO
Wholesome, 100% plant-based food that fuels and energizes without compromising flavor, taste or satisfaction
LOCATIONS
Multiple
Chic casual cafe with delectably fresh market plates, sandwiches & pastries. Many farm-to-table, vegan & Gluten Free options.
LOCATIONS
SoHo, Gramercy, DUMBO
Brodo
Chef Marco Canora’s takeout spot serving nourishing, customizable, sip-able bone broths out of coffee cups & smoothies.
LOCATION
East Village, West Village, Soho
Wholesome, 100% plant-based food that fuels and energizes without compromising flavor, taste or satisfaction
LOCATIONS
Multiple
DEZ
Israeli-inspired vegetable Mezes, ideal for sharing, chef-crafted Salads, Bowls, and Pita Sandwiches plus soft serve desserts, beer & wine
LOCATIONS
227 Mulberry St, SoHo
Fast-casual spot serving a wide variety of healthy breakfast and lunch options, all made with high-quality ingredients.
LOCATION
78 5th Ave, Greenwich Village
dessert
.Specializing in dairy-free, made-to-order "Nice Cream"soft serves, Mike & Daves is packed with protein and delicious ingredients to help you crush your sweet-tooth craving the healthy way; they also have vegan Nice Cream sandwiches!
LOCATION
120 Macdougal St, Greenwich Village
Pressed Juicery
Juice Shop which serves, Freeze, their soft-serve made from 100% fruits, nuts, and vegetables (its non-dairy, gluten-free, and has no refined sugars). You can add toppings just like at ice cream bar, the likes of which include: blueberries, strawberries, shaved almonds, coconut, chia seeds, almond butter, cacao drizzle, honey, and other fruits, seeds, and nuts.
LOCATIONS
Multiple Locations
Soft Serve shop that serves frozen dairy-free fruit treats such as sundaes & smoothies made from just fruit, water & cane sugar. You can add toppings like fresh fruit & their signature warm peanut butter.
LOCATIONS
25 E 17th St, Flatiron