Vegan Ginger Root Menu

1164 1st Ave, New York, NY 10065, United States
$$$ Vegan restaurant
(381 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Introducing the Menu at Vegan Ginger Root

Located in the heart of New York City, Vegan Ginger Root is a delightful vegan restaurant offering a culinary journey through Asian-inspired dishes. The menu is a treasure trove of flavorful options, featuring well-loved classics like vegan duck and General Tso’s chicken, each prepared with a creative twist.

  • Highlights: Savor the rich flavors in dishes like the seitan skewers and dim sum, or indulge in the generous lunch specials that ensure a satisfying experience.
  • Finish off with decadent desserts such as their renowned cakes and cheesecakes.

With a commitment to serving fresh, plant-based ingredients at reasonable prices, Vegan Ginger Root welcomes everyone—from seasoned vegans to culinary adventurers eager to explore new tastes. The friendly staff and warm atmosphere make each visit a memorable one.

Homemade Dim Sum

  • H01. Crystal Dumpling

    Best Vegan Crystal Dumpling

    US$12.00
  • H02. Steam Vegetable Dumpling

    Napa cabbage, carrot, shiitake mushroom, celery, shallots

    US$13.00
  • H03. Pan Fried Vegetable Dumpling

    Napa cabbage, carrot, shiitake mushroom, celery, shallots

    US$13.00
  • Steamed Vegan Chicken Dumplings

    Steamed vegan chicken and vegetable (napa cabbage, carrot, shiitake mushroom) dumplings

    US$14.00
  • Pan Fried Vegan Chicken Dumplings

    Pan Fried vegan chicken and vegetable (napa cabbage, carrot, shiitake mushroom) dumplings

    US$14.00
  • H04. Fresh Mixed Mushrooms Dumpling

    King mushroom, shimeji mushroom, enoki mushroom, celery, shallots

    US$13.00
  • H05. Shumai

    Vegan chicken & vegan shrimp, shiitake mushroom, carrot

    US$13.00
  • H06. Bean Curd Skin Roll

    Napa cabbage, carrot, shiitake mushroom, shallots, and dried tofu filing

    US$13.50
  • H07. Chao Style Dumpling

    Jicama, shiitake mushroom, celery, dried tofu, corn, peanut, scallion & cilantro filing

    US$13.50
  • H08. Spinach Dumpling

    Spinach, carrot, corn, edamame, pea and celery filing

    US$13.00
  • H09. Nourishing Dumpling

    Chinese yam, goji berry, corn, raisin, king mushroom, water chestnut, carrot, scallion and cilantro filing

    US$13.50
  • H10. Taro & Pine Nut Dumpling

    Taro, pine nut, dried tofu, celery, scallion and cilantro filing

    US$14.50
  • H11. Pan Fried Vegetable Bun

    Napa cabbage, carrot, shiitake mushroom, celery, green peas and jicama filling

    US$14.50
  • H12. Steam Vegetable Bun

    Napa cabbage, carrot, shiitake mushroom, celery, green peas and jicama filling

    US$13.50
  • H13. Steam Vegan Char Siu Bun

    Vegan barbecue pork (seitan) bun

    US$13.50

Starters

  • 01. Spring Roll
    US$8.50
  • 02. Mango Roll
    US$12.00
  • 03. Summer Rolls

    Vietnamese style raw rolls with shredded vegetables, bean curd, basil leaves and moo-shu sauce.

    US$11.50
  • 04. Agedashi Tofu
    US$11.00
  • 05. Cold Silken Tofu

    Served with savory brown sauce. Garnish with dry seaweed, almonds, and sesame.

    US$9.00
  • 06. Scallion Pancake

    Homemade mango salsa.

    US$11.00
  • 07. Baked Eggplant

    Served with Miso sauce and garnish with dry seaweed.

    US$12.00
  • 08. Teriyaki Tempeh

    Grill Indonesian soy cake in teriyaki sauce.

    US$12.00
  • 09. Edamame

    Soy beans in the pod.

    US$10.00
  • 10. Root Vegetables Tempura

    Deep-fried Yam, Taro & Pumpkin served with tempura sauce.

    US$15.00
  • 11. Crispy Vegan Chicken Nugget

    Deep-fried battered vegan chicken nuggets with plum sauce.

    US$12.00
  • 12. Curry Samosas

    Homemade vegetable and vegan chicken pastries with sweet plum sauce.

    US$12.00
  • 13. Fried Wonton

    Vegan Chicken, Shrimp

    US$11.00
  • 14. Vegan Lobster Roll

    Deep fried soy protein and carrot with tangy sauce.

    US$12.00
  • 15. Seitan Skewer

    Grilled tender seitan, onions, bell peppers and in teriyaki sauce.

    US$15.00
  • 16. King Oyster Mushroom

    Battered king oyster mushroom served with spicy salt, topped with diced bell peppers and onion.

    US$14.00
  • 17. Fried Shiitake Mushroom

    Battered Shiitake mushrooms served with spicy sautéed diced bell-peppers and onion.

    US$15.00

Soup And Salad

  • 01. Miso Soup

    Seaweed, tofu, and scallions in a miso broth.

    US$8.00
  • 02. Pumpkin Soup

    Sliced pumpkin, yam, celery, white bean in broth

    US$10.00
  • 03. Hot & Sour Soup

    Silken tofu, mushrooms and bamboo shoots.

    US$10.00
  • 04. Hot & Sour Wonton Soup

    Silken tofu, mushroom, bamboo shoot and wonton

    US$15.00
  • 05. Vegan Chicken And Corn Soup
    US$12.00
  • 06. Wonton Soup

    Vegan chicken & shrimp wonton in vegetable broth.

    US$13.00
  • 07. Mixed Vegetable Soup

    Broccoli, Carrot, Baby Corn, Shiitake Mushroom, Snow Bean and Peas in vegetable broth.

    US$11.00
  • 08.Green Salad

    Mixed greens, cucumbers, grape tomatoes with vegan thousand island or carrot-ginger salad dressing.

    US$12.00
  • 09.Tofu Salad

    Mixed greens, tofu, dried seaweed, sesame, sliced almonds with vegan Thousand Island dressing or carrot-ginger salad dressing.

    US$13.00
  • 10. Seaweed Salad

    Mixed green black seaweed and marinated shredded.

    US$13.50
  • 12. Avocado Salad

    Thin-sliced avocado, mixed greens and carrot with thousand island or carrot-ginger dressing.

    US$14.50
  • 13. Mango Salad

    Shredded mango, mixed greens, asparagus, peppers, tomatoes and mango-mustard dressing.

    US$14.50
  • 14. Vegan Chicken Salad

    Thin-sliced soy protein, almonds, mixed greens with vegan thousand island or sesame-peanut dressing.

    US$14.50
  • 15. Green Papaya Salad

    Papaya, mixed greens, grape tomatoes, lime wedge and peanuts with plum dressing or carrot-ginger dressing.

    US$14.50
  • 16. Cucumber Salad

    Mix cucumber, peanut, chopped garlic and cilantro with Balsamic Vinegar.

    US$12.00

Main Dishes

  • D01. Steam Assorted Vegetables

    Steam broccoli, carrots, cauliflower, asparagus, zucchini, snow peas, baby corn, lotus root, and water chestnuts with brown sauce on the side. Miso soup and rice included.

    US$19.00
  • D02. Tofu Teriyaki

    Strips of brown tofu in teriyaki sauce over a bed of bean sprouts, broccoli and onions. Miso soup and rice included.

    US$19.00
  • D03. Sauteed Tofu Vegetables

    Sautéed firm tofu, broccoli, cauliflower, zucchini, carrot, baby corn and snow peas in brown kung-pao sauce. Miso soup and rice included.

    US$19.00
  • D04. Eggplant String Bean

    Sauteed eggplant in basil garlic sauce on a bed of string beans. Miso soup and rice included.

    US$19.00
  • D05. Shredded Moo Shu Vegetables

    Sautéed Shredded cabbage, shiitake mushrooms, carrots, onion and snow peas with hoisin sauce. Four (4 ) piece wrappers and miso soup included.

    US$20.00
  • D06. Sauteed Shredded Bean Curd

    Sautéed mushrooms, carrots, dry tofu, snow peas and bean sprouts. Miso soup and rice included.

    US$19.00
  • D07. Mango Vegan Chicken

    Sautéed thin-sliced soy protein in a mellow plum sauce with mango, zucchini, asparagus, bell peppers and onion. Miso soup and rice included.

    US$21.00
  • D08. Sweet Citrus Vegan Chicken

    Marinated, thin-sliced soy protein in a sweet and tangy citrus sauce, topped with almonds over a bed of kale. Miso soup and rice included.

    US$21.00
  • D09. Sweet & Sour Sesame Vegan Chicken

    Deep fried, breaded soy protein with broccoli, cauliflower, bell peppers and pineapple in a sweet and sour sauce. Served with miso soup, spring roll, pumpkin slice and brown rice or white rice.

    US$21.00
  • D10. Malaysian Curry Stew

    Sautéed soy protein in mild coconut curry with broccoli, carrots, zucchini and potatoes. Miso soup and rice included.

    US$21.00
  • D11. Basil Vegan Chicken

    Sautéed tender slices of soy protein with zucchini, asparagus & bell peppers in basil-ginger sauce. Miso soup and rice included.

    US$21.00
  • D12. Vegan Seafood

    Sautéed Vegan seafood with asparagus, snow peas, carrot, zucchini, cauliflower, sliced lotus root and baby corn. Miso soup and rice included.

    US$25.00
  • D13. Smoked Teriyaki Vegan Duck

    Sautéed sliced of smoked seitan with house special sauce over a bed of snow peas. Miso soup and rice included.

    US$22.00
  • D14. Black Pepper Vegan Beef

    Sautéed sliced tender seitan in a savory black pepper sauce over a bed of spinach. Miso soup and rice included.

    US$22.00
  • D15. Vegetable Medley Lettuce Wrap

    Sautéed diced vegetables: shiitake mushrooms, jicama, peppers, onions, celery and tofu, topped with pine nuts. Four (4) piece boston lettuce wrappers and miso soup included.

    US$23.00
  • D16. Vegan Chicken Cutlet Platter

    Sautéed thin breaded soy cutlets in a tangy black bean sauce with broccoli, onions, carrot, zucchini, and bell peppers. Miso soup and rice included.

    US$22.00
  • D17. General Tso Vegan Chicken

    Sautéed breaded soy protein with steamed broccoli in spicy brown sauce. Miso Soup and Rice included.

    US$23.00
  • D18. Orange Vegan Beef

    Sautéed breaded medallions of wheat protein in a spicy citrus sauce over a bed of broccoli. Miso soup and rice included.

    US$23.00
  • D19. Vegan Beef Baby Bok Choy

    Sautéed seitan with baby bok choy. Miso soup and rice included.

    US$21.00
  • D20. Vegan Chicken Baby Bok Choy

    Sautéed soy protein & baby bok choy. Miso soup and rice included.

    US$21.00
  • D21. Peking-Style Vegan Chicken

    Stir fried breaded vegan chicken coated in a Peking-style sauce over a bed of steamed broccoli. Miso soup and rice included.

    US$23.00
  • D22. Mapo Tofu

    Spicy Sichuan-style silken tofu with diced bell peppers, spicy preserved radish, seitan, shiitake mushroom, peas, carrot, and scallion garnish.

    US$21.00
  • D23. Homestyle Braised Tofu

    Fried tofu, shiitake mushrooms, carrots, snow peas, and bean curd skin braised in a homemade brown sauce.

    US$21.00
  • D24. General Tso Tofu

    Sautéed fried tofu with steamed broccoli in spicy brown sauce. Miso Soup and Rice included

    US$21.00

Noodles

  • 01. Cold Green Tea Noodles

    Cold green-tea noodles tossed with sesame sauce.

    US$14.00
  • 02. Udon Noodle Soup

    Japanese thick udon noodle tofu, seaweed, spinach, carrots, bean sprouts, and mushrooms, in miso broth.

    US$16.00
  • 03. Soba Noodle Soup

    Thin Buckwheat Soba, firm tofu, seaweed, spinach, carrots, bean sprouts, and mushrooms in miso broth.

    US$16.00
  • 04. Ho Fun Noodle Soup With Wonton

    Flat rice noodle, wonton, shiitake mushroom and spinach in soup.

    US$18.00
  • 05. Mai Fun Noodle Soup

    Vermicelli, tofu, seaweed, spinach, bean sprouts, carrots and mushrooms in miso soup.

    US$16.00
  • 06. Singapore Mai Fun

    Sautéed vermicelli with bell peppers, onion, bean sprouts, veggie fish-cake in curry.

    US$19.00
  • Vegetable Mai Fun

    Stir fried vermicelli with string beans, bean sprouts, mushrooms, snow peas, and carrots.

    US$19.00
  • 07. Yaki Udon

    Japanese style stir fried udon noodle with shredded cabbage, brown tofu, shiitake mushroom, bean spurts and snow beans.

    US$19.00
  • 08. Yaki Soba

    Japanese style stir-fried Soba noodles, shredded vegs and brown tofu.

    US$19.00
  • 09. Pad Thai Noodles

    Thai style thin rice noodle with dry tofu, bean sprout, bell pepper and onion topped with crushed peanut and lime.

    US$19.00
  • 10. Jap Chae Noodles

    Korean-style stir-fried sweet potato noodles with spinach, veggie fish-cake,onion, mushroom and bell peppers.

    US$19.00
  • 11. Lo-Mein Noodle

    Stir fried Shanghai noodle with shiitake mushroom, snow bean, carrot and bean sprout. Choices: Vegetables,soy protein, seitan.

  • 12. Chow Fun - Mixed Vegetables

    Stir fried flat rice noodle with carrots, snow peas, broccoli, bean sprouts and onion.

    US$20.00
  • Chow Fun - Vegan Chicken

    Flat rice noodles with vegan chicken (soy protein), onion, snow peas, bean spouts and carrots

    US$22.00
  • Chow Fun - Vegan Beef

    Flat rice noodles with vegan beef (seitan), onion, snow peas, bean sprouts and carrots

    US$22.00

Rice and Bowls

  • 01. Pineapple Fried Rice

    Fried rice with diced pineapple, broccoli, raisin and dry tofu topped with diced avocado and shredded vegan meat.

    US$20.00
  • 02. Mixed Vegetable Fried Rice

    Chinese style fried rice with broccoli, lettuce, carrot and green peas.

    US$18.00
  • 03. Vegan Chicken Fried Rice

    Chinese style fried rice with vegan chicken (soy protein),lettuce, carrot and green peas

    US$20.00
  • 04. Vegan Beef Fried Rice

    Chinese style fried rice with vegan beef (seitan), lettuce, carrot and green peas

    US$20.00
  • 05. Vegan Shrimp Fried Rice

    Chinese style fried rice with vegan shrimp, carrot, green peas and lettuce.

    US$21.00
  • 06. Vegan Kimchi Fried Rice

    Korean style fried rice with vegan beef (seitan), vegan kimchi, and scallions.

    US$21.00
  • 07. Yangzhou Fried Rice

    Chinese style fried rice with vegan chicken, vegan shrimp, vegan char siu, peas, carrots, and scallions.

    US$21.00
  • 08. Ginger Root Macro Bowl (Nourishing Bowl)

    Steamed pumpkin, chickpeas, kale, green seaweed, broccoli, carrot and tofu on a bed of rice. Come with Mint Chutney.

    US$21.00
  • 09. Kale Avocado Shiitake Bowl (Nourishing Bowl)

    Soy fillets, marinated mushrooms, red kidney beans, kale and avocado slices on rice with carrot-ginger dressing. Garnished with sesame.

    US$19.00
  • 10. BiBimBap (Nourishing Rice Bowl)

    Korean-style rice bowl topped with seitan, avocado, green seaweed, chick peas, spinach, mango salsa, and kimchi. Garnished with sesame and served with sesame-peanut sauce and chili sauce on the side. Pumpkin soup included.

    US$21.00

Sides

  • 01. White Rice
    US$5.00
  • 03. Steamed Pumpkin Slices
    US$9.00
  • 02.Brown Rice Soy Bean
    US$5.00
  • 04.Sauteed Baby Bok Choy
    US$11.00
  • 05.Steamed Assorted Vegetables
    US$11.00
  • 06. Coconut White Rice
    US$7.00
  • 07. Crispy Candied Walnuts W/ Sesame Seeds
    US$12.00
  • 08. Roasted Peanuts

    Salted

    US$6.00
  • 09. Vegan Kimchi
    US$11.00

Dessert

  • 01.Chocolate Peanut Butter Bundt
    US$15.00
  • 02. Fudge Brownie
    US$12.00
  • 03. NY Style Cheesecake W. Blueberry
    US$15.00
  • 05. Chocolate Mousse Cake
    US$15.00
  • 08. Organic Ice Cream

    1. Mint Chocolate or Sicilian Pistachio

Hot Tea

  • Wu Yi Oolong Tea
    US$4.50
  • Peach Ginger Tea
    US$4.50
  • Triple Green Jasmine Tea
    US$4.50
  • Moroccan Mint Tea
    US$4.50
  • Passion Fruit Tea
    US$4.50
  • Lemon Tea
    US$4.50
  • Black Tea
    US$4.50

Homemade Iced Drink

  • Homemade Thai Iced Tea
    US$7.00
  • Homemade Mango Lassi
    US$8.00
  • Homemade Iced Passion Fruit Tea Lemonade
    US$8.00
  • Homemade Thai Iced Coffee
    US$7.00
  • Homemade Lemonade
    US$6.00
  • Homemade Iced Mint Tea
    US$6.00
  • Homemade Iced Lemon Tea

    Black Tea

    US$6.00
  • Homemade Kale Smoothie

    Kale, apple, and celery

    US$12.00

Beverages

  • Pellegrino Sparkling Water
    US$4.00
  • Poland Spring Water (16.9 Oz)
    US$3.00
  • Soda
    US$3.00

Utensils

  • Utensils
    US$0.00

Lunch Special

  • L01. Steam Mixed Vegetables Lunch

    Steam broccoli, cauliflower, snow peas, zucchini, carrot, baby corn, water chestnut and brown sauce on the side. Served with miso soup, spring roll, pumpkin slice and brown rice or white rice.

    US$15.00
  • L02. Sauteed Tofu Vegetables Lunch

    Sautéed dry tofu, broccoli, cauliflower, zucchini, water chestnut and bell peppers. Served with miso soup, spring roll, pumpkin slice and brown rice or white rice

    US$15.00
  • L03. Sauteed Shredded Bean Curd Lunch

    Sautéed Shredded bean curd, bean sprout, carrot, snow peas and mushroom. Served with miso soup, spring roll, pumpkin slice and brown rice or white rice.

    US$15.00
  • L04. Yam Taro Pumpkin Tempura Lunch

    Deep Fried battered Yam, Taro & Pumpkin. Served with miso soup, spring roll, sliced pumpkin and brown rice or white rice.

    US$15.00
  • L05. Eggplant String Bean Lunch

    Sautéed eggplant and string beans in basil garlic sauce. Served with miso soup, spring roll, pumpkin slice and brown rice or white rice.

    US$15.00
  • L06. Cold Green Tea Noodle Lunch

    Cold green tea noodles with sesame-peanut sauce. Served with miso soup, spring roll and pumpkin slice.

    US$17.00
  • L07. Stir Fried Soba Noodle Lunch

    Stir fried soba with bell peppers, cabbage onion and snow peas. Served with miso soup, spring roll and pumpkin slice.

    US$17.00
  • L08. Vegetable Chow Fun - Lunch

    Stir fried flat rice noodle with broccoli, snow peas, baby corn, carrot and bean sprouts. Served with miso soup, spring roll and pumpkin slice.

    US$17.00
  • L09. Stir Fried Singapore Mai Fun Lunch

    Sautéed vermicelli noodle with vegan fish cake, bell peppers, shiitake mushroom, bean sprout and onion in curry sauce. Served with miso soup, spring roll and pumpkin slice.

    US$17.00
  • L10. Vegetable Lo-Mein Noodle Lunch

    Stir fried Shanghai noodle with broccoli, snow peas, carrot and bean spout. Served with miso soup, spring roll and pumpkin slice.

    US$17.00
  • L11.Sweet & Sour Vegan Chicken Lunch

    Deep fried, breaded soy protein with broccoli, cauliflower, bell peppers and pineapple in a sweet and sour sauce. Served with miso soup, spring roll, pumpkin slice and brown rice or white rice

    US$17.00
  • L12. Basil Vegan Chicken Lunch

    Sautéed soy protein with zucchini, asparagus & bell peppers. Served with miso soup, spring roll, pumpkin slice and brown rice or white rice.

    US$17.00
  • L13. Mango Vegan Chicken Lunch

    Sautéed soy protein with mango, snow beans, asparagus and bell peppers in plum sauce. Served with miso soup, spring roll, pumpkin slice and brown rice or white rice.

    US$17.00
  • L14. Sweet Citrus Vegan Chicken Lunch

    Sautéed soy protein over a bed of kale. Served with miso soup, spring roll, pumpkin slice and brown rice or white rice.

    US$17.00
  • L15. Black Pepper Vegan Beef Lunch

    Sautéed seitan in black pepper sauce over a bed of spinach. Served with miso soup, spring roll, pumpkin slice and brown rice or white rice.

    US$17.00
  • L16. Smoked Teriyaki Vegan Duck Lunch

    Sliced seitan with house special sauce on a bed of snow peas. Served with miso soup, spring roll, pumpkin slice and brown rice or white rice.

    US$17.00
  • L17. Malaysian Curry Stew Lunch

    Sautéed soy protein, broccoli, carrots, zucchini, and potatoes with curry. Served with miso soup, spring roll, pumpkin slice and brown rice or white rice.

    US$17.00
  • L18. Orange Vegan Beef Lunch

    Stir fried breaded wheat protein in spicy citrus sauce over a bed of steamed broccoli. Come with miso soup, spring roll, pumpkin slice and rice.

    US$17.00
  • L19. General Tso Vegan Chicken Lunch

    Stir fried breaded soy protein in spicy brown sauce over a bed of steamed broccoli. Served with miso soup, spring roll, pumpkin slice and brown rice or white rice.

    US$17.00
  • L20. Peking Style Vegan Chicken Lunch

    Stir fried breaded vegan chicken coated in a Peking-style sauce over a bed of steamed broccoli. Served with miso soup, spring roll, pumpkin slice and brown rice or white rice.

    US$17.00
  • L21. Vegetable Mai Fun

    Stir fried vermicelli with string beans, bean sprouts, mushrooms, snow peas, and carrots. Served with miso soup, spring roll and pumpkin slice.

    US$17.00