Bodai Vegetarian NYC

Vegan Chinese 9-Course, Fully Vegan

★ 4.6 · $$ · Hours

DinnerDatesSolo DiningExperienceTakeout

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lightbulb Popular tips:  "Try the 9-course tasting menu for a unique experience" "Try the 9-course tasting menu for a unique experience"
"Make a reservation in advance; it's an intimate, small venue"
"Expect small portions but high craftsmanship and presentation"
"Bring your own drink or pre-drink elsewhere due to high beverage prices"
"Enjoy the diverse mushroom dishes, especially the Bodhi Buddha soup"
 

restaurant_menu Must-try:  velvety mushroom soup, soup, sweet and sour riblets velvety mushroom soup — popular (×2)
soup — popular (×3)
sweet and sour riblets — fan-favourite
sweet and sour — fan-favourite
zhajiang noodles — fan-favourite
 

thumb_up Praised for:  nice atmosphere, cozy atmosphere, attentive service nice atmosphere ×5
cozy atmosphere ×5
attentive service
friendly staff
 

BODAI Vegetarian NYC is a small, intimate vegan restaurant specializing in innovative Chinese cuisine served via a meticulously crafted nine-course tasting menu. Known for its elegant yet minimalist decor and focus on mushrooms and fresh herbs, it offers a refined and artfully presented dining experience in Midtown Manhattan. The venue is reservation-only and praised for attentive service, though some note small portion sizes and high drink prices.