The Green Bean Cafe
“They also deliver which is great.”
“I'm not vegan myself, so if I want baked goods, I'll saunter up the block to Beanocchio, the sister store to Green Bean.”
“The green bean is one of my favorite go to places on the Upper East Side.”
The Green Bean Cafe
Delivery: Yes
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Caters: Yes
Price range.
$ Price range Under $10
8 reviews
Rate and write a review Cancel reply
You must be logged in to post a comment.
Sub par vegan treats. I ordered a breakfast wrap and really expected it to be cooked fresh in the case but it was pre made.
I also ordered a shot of wheatgrass and was disappointed that the works [ cayenne pepper, ginger and a slice of orange] werent included with the shot. And when i asked for the ginger she told me a dollar extra and i said its not a lot of ginger you would be adding to a 1 oz wheatgrass shot and she goes its cause its organic. ARe you effin kidding me …. i have brought several pieces of organic ginger for less than a dollar.
I will never come back here. The prices are expensive and the service was sub-par.
I love this place! Yes it's expensive and that is annoying but what vegan place isn't? I come here for lunch sometimes and there has never been a dish that wasn't damn good! The smoothies are also pretty awesome. Now I just have to learn how to make this stuff in my tiny kitchen… Or I will just keep eating here ; )
My sandwich of avocado, tempeh bacon, greens, tomato & mayo on multi-whole-grain-seed-nut bread was very fresh and delicious, and my companion enjoyed his Golden Ticket smoothie. The menu is extensive even though the place is tiny and has very little seating. Many items are made-to-order but many are premade, so you can still get "slow food" fast. The prices are average for Manhattan vegetarian / vegan places. Green Bean is a keeper.
This place is definitely in my work lunch rotation. It can get a bit pricey but so far I feel everything I've tried was well worth it.
You can't go wrong with the Portobello Mushroom Burger. It is so savory and filling; you may have some trouble finishing the whole thing.
I also enjoy the Tofu Club. It has very simple components but it is an extremely satisfying sandwich.
The Inner Balance Plate didn't wow me but I'm just not much into plates with a rice base. I have not yet tried the hot/cold lunch bar but usually I see a number of people ordering from it.
I have had several of their juices and smoothies and all have been delicious. They seem to have revamped their juice/smoothie list recently; the Detox Flush smoothie from the new list was great.
I usually stay away from the pre-made sandwiches and plates in the fridge case; I just have a feeling that the made-to-order items are better.
I'm sure that I will try more items on their menu in time and I'm glad to have this healthy option on the UES.
We picked this little place because of its close proximity to The MET.
We intended to spend the afternoon looking at art, which can be exhausting, so we needed sustenance.
Order at the counter and grab a spot, seating is limited.
Healthy vegan sandwiches and drinks. Good grub.
Tiny spot for amazing smoothies and takeout of organic, vegan options. My fave smoothie is the jolly green giant which makes kale taste like a healthy desert drink, and a couple berry smoothies.
The soups, home made mini buffet items are always interesting and delicious, and they also have a mini salad bar with delish heathy options.
When I have been extremely hungry lunchtime or after a long run, this is where I have come for
Food that's healthy and tastes great.
They have a shelf of organic bars, kale chips and other organic snack options.
The owner is very present, involved and passionate about his businesses.
They also deliver which is great.
It is very small with only a few small tables and a couple window stools… Not making it conducive to be social here. Usually when I've come here it's been alone to grab a bite or to pick up, or Ive had smoothies delivered. Still, I'm usually able to have a seat if I choose.
On a couple occasions when I've come here with a friend during the busy school lunch hour (nearby schools make this and other local businesses very busy during peak lunch hours) and there were not any tables available.
Only negative is they have earlier hours; there have been many times I've wanted a smoothie at night but they were closed.
Definitely recommend for smoothies and vegan/ organic takeout.
So it has vegan food…but with so many vegan options in New York, I was very disappointed. I got the raw falafel and tiramisu and have definitely had better of both.
Also, I was a little put off by the servers, who implies that they didn't like the food cause they weren't vegan. Not terrible, but definitely disappointing.
FYI: Very small and not a lot of seating. Good for take out.
I like the place for their brown-egg organic wraps (even though egg color means nothing). I'm not vegan myself, so if I want baked goods, I'll saunter up the block to Beanocchio, the sister store to Green Bean. Others seem to like the joint, and there are not many options around for organic, vegetarian fare. Green Bean seems to be it.
TIP: re those wraps: I like them mostly b/c they are pre-made and ready to go, as opposed to Beanocchio, where you have to wait a bit for an egg "taco".