Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Long Island City (11101)
6 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Takumen LIC
Broth-forward ramen and tsukemen with sides that actually matter.
Notable Picks
#1
Takumen LIC
8.3
A ramen-first Japanese spot that rewards going beyond the basics—broths run deep, noodles hold up, and sides land with real intent. It’s strongest when you pick a signature bowl and add one crispy, salty side to round out the meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Wantan Men, Tsukemen, Karaage
What makes it special: Broth-forward ramen and tsukemen with sides that actually matter.
8.2
A vegetable-forward neighborhood restaurant where vegan diners can build a full plate without compromises by mixing market sides with a plant-based main. Best used for brunch-to-dinner flexibility when you want a comfortable room and a menu that’s designed to accommodate.
Must-Try Dishes:
Market plate (all-veg build), Plant-based entrée, Seasonal vegetable sides
What makes it special: A menu built around vegetables, making vegan ordering unusually easy.
#3
Oh! Calcutta
8.1
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Birthday & Celebration Central
Comfort Food Classics
Hidden Gems Heaven
An Indian and Bengali-leaning dining room where vegetarian ordering is naturally built into the menu—especially if you anchor the table with dals, chana, and vegetable-forward mains. Best for a real dinner feel without needing to overthink substitutions.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken saag, Malai tikka, Kolkata-style biryani
What makes it special: Bengali-leaning Indian comfort with big-group-friendly ordering.
Worthy Picks
7.9
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Comfort Food Classics
A value-driven Indian counter-service spot where vegetarian eating is fast, filling, and repeatable—especially via the rotating veg lunch special. It’s not a linger-and-vibe room; it’s a dependable “I need something warm and satisfying now” move.
Must-Try Dishes:
Butter chicken, Lamb biryani, Chole bhature
What makes it special: Fast, dependable Indian staples built for takeout value.
#5
Tuk Tuk
7.7
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Comfort Food Classics
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Family Friendly Favorites
A long-running LIC Thai standby that works best for classic, no-drama comfort—curries, stir-fries, and noodles that show up fast and satisfy. Treat it as a dependable weeknight option where value and speed matter as much as nuance.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pad kee mao, Massaman curry, Tom kha
What makes it special: A classic LIC Thai standby focused on fast, familiar comfort dishes.
7.7
A compact all-day cafe that works best as a low-friction vegetarian breakfast-and-lunch stop near the waterfront corridor. The sweet spot is simple bowls and sandwiches paired with smoothies and coffee when you want something quick, clean, and portable.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pesto sandwich, Bánh mì-style sandwich, Breakfast sandwich
What makes it special: A small café that executes both breakfast and lunch sandwiches well.