5 Napkin Burger
5 Napkin Burger is a modern American burger joint known for its gourmet meat and plant-based burgers. It has a casual, lively atmosphere popular for lunch and dinner, especially before Broadway shows. Vegan options include the Impossible burger, vegan chicken sandwich, and chili cheese fries, though recent changes have reduced vegan variety and require careful ordering to avoid dairy.
Vegan Friendliness
iPoor vegan options
- VEGAN OPTIONS Some · 3–5 dishes
- MENU Clearly marked
- STAFF Knowledgeable
- PROTEIN tofu (implicit in vegan chicken), mock chicken, Impossible burger (soy-based patty) + 1 more
Some users reported cross-contamination — worth asking about sauces before ordering.
Others mentioned hidden animal ingredients in dishes labeled vegan — ask about sauces and broths.
A few noted staff aren't always sure about ingredients.
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