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Vegan Restaurant Near Gramercy Park: Sentir Guide
Scratch-made Mexican cooking, a full agave bar, and a fully vegan, kosher-certified kitchen, a short trip southwest of the park.
Vegan restaurant near Gramercy Park searches mostly turn up general cafes rather than a dedicated scratch-made Mexican kitchen. Sentir, a short walk southwest in Flatiron, fills that gap with a fully vegan, kosher-certified dinner menu, an agave bar, and a room worth the short trip.
How Far Is Sentir From Gramercy Park?
| Mode | Time | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Driving | 5 min | 0.5 miles |
| Biking | 5 min | 0.5 miles |
| Walking | 12 min | 0.5 miles |
| Transit | 12 min | 0.5 miles |
Most walking routes head southwest along E 19th or E 20th Street, passing Gramercy Tavern before reaching Fifth Avenue. It's a flat, easy walk in either direction, and quick enough that a cab or bike barely saves any time.
What's on the Menu
Every dish at Sentir is built plant-based from the ground up, which is part of why it's become a go-to vegan restaurant near Gramercy Park for a proper sit-down dinner.
Guajillo-Marinated Grilled Skewers
Finished over an open flame with a bright lime marinade, this is one of the most requested plates for guests coming from Gramercy Park. Smoky, citrus-forward, and paired well with a mezcal flight from the bar.
- Carne Asada Tacos: Grilled Chunk Foods plant-based steak, roasted cherry tomato, queso fresco, and chili broth
- Birria Tacos: Slow-braised Chunk Foods steak with a side of adobo consommé for dipping
- Hen of the Woods Mole: Crispy mushrooms, a slow-built mole sauce, crema, and crispy red quinoa
- Salmon Ceviche: Guajillo-cured plant-based salmon with passion fruit, lime, and jalapeño
- Chocolate Chili Tart: Cayenne-infused ganache, chocolate mousse, and caramel tuile
Layered, scratch-made, and finished tableside for guests visiting from Gramercy Park.
What Should You Expect to Spend?
Sentir is priced as a full sit-down dinner, which sets it apart from most cafes billed as a vegan restaurant near Gramercy Park. Tacos and starters land in the mid range for a Manhattan dinner, and the agave bar adds a separate line if cocktails or a tequila flight are part of the plan. Groups of 11 to 25 can also reserve a four-course package rather than ordering individually, worth asking about for a birthday or office dinner from the Gramercy area.
A Common Mistake Worth Avoiding
Not every restaurant near Gramercy Park marked "vegan-friendly" is fully vegan. Some cafes use dairy or egg-based ingredients in dishes labeled vegetarian, which can catch guests off guard. At Sentir, every dish on the menu is built vegan from the start, so there's no need to double-check with the kitchen.
What Guests Are Saying
Questions From Gramercy Guests
Is there a fully vegan Mexican restaurant directly at Gramercy Park?
Not directly at the park. Sentir, about a 12-minute walk southwest in Flatiron, is the closest fully vegan, kosher-certified vegan restaurant near Gramercy Park.
Is Sentir kosher as well as vegan?
Yes. Sentir is both fully vegan and kosher certified, making it a fit for guests with combined dietary requirements visiting from Gramercy Park.
Does Sentir take reservations for groups from Gramercy Park?
Yes. Sentir accepts reservations through Resy and can accommodate groups of 11 to 25 guests with a reserved four-course package.
Can I order delivery instead of making the walk?
Yes. Sentir offers online ordering for pickup and delivery through its own site, which can reach parts of the Gramercy area, another option beyond the standard vegan restaurant near Gramercy Park search.
What other neighborhoods does Sentir cover?
Our guides to Union Square, Chelsea, and Washington Square Park break down the trip from each, alongside our broader look at the vegan mexican restaurant NYC scene.
The route from Gramercy Park to Sentir, 37 W 19th St.
A short trip southwest for a full vegan, kosher-certified dinner. Book a table whenever you're ready.
