Best Healthy Haven Restaurants in University Village
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Chloe
Vegan comfort food café pairing big salads and burgers with bakery-level desserts.
Notable Picks
#1
Chloe
8.3
Chloe is a vegan all-day café on Bleecker serving burgers, bowls, salads, and house-baked sweets in a bright, boho space. Locals use it as a reliable plant-based stop near Washington Square for hearty, vegetable-driven comfort food and laptop-friendly counter seating.
Must-Try Dishes:
Guac Burger, Quinoa Taco Salad, Chocolate Mocha Cake
What makes it special: Vegan comfort food café pairing big salads and burgers with bakery-level desserts.
#2
Banter
8.1
An Australian-style café on Sullivan Street known for avocado-laden plates, ricotta hotcakes, and all-day brunch standards. It’s a favored stop for lighter-feeling, produce-forward breakfasts that still eat like a full meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Smash avocado toast, Banter Big Breakfast, Ricotta hotcakes
What makes it special: Aussie brunch hub balancing indulgent plates with fresher, veg-forward options.
Worthy Picks
7.8
This LaGuardia Place outpost of the better-burger mini-chain focuses on organic meats, plant-based patties, and a big build-your-own menu in a casual, family-friendly room. It’s the most flexible option near NYU for mixed groups juggling vegan, gluten-free, and classic burger cravings.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beef Burger, Impossible Burger, Fry and Onion Ring Combo
What makes it special: Organic, customizable burgers and plant-based options with real outdoor seating by NYU.