ZipPicks Awards
Best Vegan Restaurants in Upper East Side
Master Critic Review
Loco Coco
7.6
Loco Coco is a compact, fully vegan smoothie and bowl shop specializing in thick açaí and pitaya blends topped with fruit, granola, and superfoods. It’s a go-to for quick plant-based breakfasts, post-gym stops, and grab-and-go sweet treats that still feel relatively clean.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mermaid Bowl, Purple Rain Açaí Bowl, Blue Smoothie
Scores:
Value: 6
Service: 7
Consistency: 7.5
Food Quality: 8.5
Atmosphere: 7.4
Cultural Relevance: 7.2
What makes it special: Vegan smoothie bowls and soft serve built around colorful pitaya and açaí bases.
Who should go: Plant-based eaters wanting lighter meals or dessert-like bowls.
When to visit: Late mornings and midafternoon to avoid peak lunch lines.
What to order: Mermaid Bowl, Purple Rain açaí bowl, signature blue smoothie.
Insider tip: Order in-store rather than delivery if you care about presentation and texture.