Quantum Leap: New York City's Premier Vegetarian and Vegan Restaurant

Quantum Leap Introduce

If you're looking for a dining experience that's both healthy and delicious in the heart of New York City, look no further than Quantum Leap. This isn't just another restaurant; it's a destination for anyone passionate about plant-based eating, serving up a creative and extensive menu that proves vegetarian and vegan food can be incredibly flavorful and satisfying. Located in a cozy and welcoming space, Quantum Leap has quickly become a local favorite for its inventive dishes, fast service, and commitment to quality.

From the moment you walk through the door, the atmosphere is inviting, with a casual and trendy vibe that makes you feel right at home. The menu is a true highlight, featuring an impressive array of options ranging from hearty burgers and comfort food classics to fresh salads and wholesome entrees. Whether you're a long-time vegetarian or just curious about exploring more plant-based meals, Quantum Leap offers something for everyone. They focus on using organic ingredients whenever possible, ensuring every dish is not only tasty but also made with care.

Quantum Leap is more than just a place to eat; it's a place to relax and enjoy a great meal with friends, family, or on your own. It's a testament to the fact that you don't have to sacrifice taste for health. With its diverse menu and laid-back ambiance, this spot is perfect for a cozy dinner, a quick lunch break, or a special weekend brunch.

The culinary journey at Quantum Leap is a delightful one. Their menu boasts an incredible variety of vegetarian and vegan options that are both creative and comforting. Start your meal with one of their unique appetizers like the

Vegan Buffalo Wild Wings

Cheesy Corn nachos

. The

Steam Asian Dumplings

and

Crispy Veggie Spring Rolls

are also popular choices. For your main course, you can't go wrong with their extensive burger selection. The

Beyond Meat Burger

and the

Vegan BBQ Jackfruit Burger

are fan favorites, and the

Impossible Burger

is also a must-try. Their subs and wraps, such as the

Beyond Burger 'Cheese Steak' Sandwich

and

Black Bean Chipotle Wrap

, offer a delicious twist on classic comfort food.

Beyond the burgers and subs, Quantum Leap excels at creating flavorful entrees. The

Soy Chicken Katsu

and the

Vegan Chicken Pad Thai

are exceptional choices for a hearty meal. And for those seeking something lighter, their salads like the

Beet Kale Avocado Salad

are fresh and satisfying. Don't forget to save room for dessert! Their

Black-out vegan Chocolate Cake

and

Vegan Blueberry Cheesecake

are the perfect way to end your meal on a sweet note. And if you're a fan of pancakes, they serve a variety of vegan options all day long, from

Vegan Wholesome Blueberry Pancakes

Banana Pecan Pancakes

This restaurant also caters to various dietary needs with a wide range of gluten-free options and homemade soups. Their drink menu is equally impressive, offering refreshing smoothies and fresh-pressed juices like the

Pineapple Coconut Smoothie

and the

Flu Fighter

juice blend. With a menu this diverse, every visit to Quantum Leap feels like a new adventure.

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## Location and Accessibility

Quantum Leap is conveniently located at

1103 1st Ave, New York, NY 10065, USA

, making it a great dining spot for residents and tourists alike. The location is easily accessible, situated in a bustling part of the city. While the restaurant itself is cozy, the neighborhood is vibrant, and the restaurant is known for its fast and efficient service, which is perfect for a quick lunch or a relaxing dinner. For those with mobility needs, the restaurant is fully accessible, with a

wheelchair accessible entrance

restroom

, and

seating

, ensuring that everyone can enjoy a fantastic meal comfortably. Parking is available nearby, with both a

free parking lot

and

paid street parking

options.

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## Services Offered

Quantum Leap goes above and beyond to provide a seamless and enjoyable dining experience. Their service options cater to every need, from a night out to a cozy meal at home. The staff is known for being incredibly welcoming and attentive, ensuring every visit is a pleasant one. They offer:

Dine-in
Takeout
Delivery
No-contact delivery
Table service

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## Features / Highlights

What sets Quantum Leap apart from other vegetarian and vegan restaurants in the city is its dedication to quality, variety, and customer satisfaction. These key features make it a standout choice for anyone seeking a great meal in a friendly environment.

Fast Service: Known for its efficient and prompt service, perfect for those with limited time.
Diverse Menu: Offers a wide range of options, including vegan, vegetarian, and even some fish and chicken dishes to satisfy diverse tastes.
Healthy and Organic Options: The menu includes many healthy and organic dishes, from fresh salads to wholesome entrees.
Comfort Food with a Twist: Enjoy classics like burgers and subs reimagined with plant-based ingredients.
Cozy and Casual Atmosphere: The restaurant is a comfortable and welcoming spot, ideal for solo diners, couples, families, and friends.
Catering to All Crowds: Whether you're a family with kids or a tourist exploring the city, you'll feel right at home.
All-Day Breakfast: Craving pancakes? Quantum Leap serves their popular wheat-free, vegan pancakes all day long.

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## Contact Information

Ready to try Quantum Leap for yourself? Here's how to get in touch or find them:

Address:
1103 1st Ave, New York, NY 10065, USA
Phone:
(212) 371-3888

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## What Is Worth Choosing

Choosing Quantum Leap means choosing a memorable dining experience. The restaurant is a hidden gem that has captured the hearts of many with its delicious food and friendly atmosphere. The food is consistently well-prepared and flavorful, with a menu that's designed to satisfy both dedicated foodies and those simply looking for a great night out.

The passion that goes into each dish is evident, whether you're enjoying a hearty burger or a fresh salad. The variety of options, from comforting entrees to quick bites and small plates, ensures there's something for every craving. The commitment to offering healthy and organic choices, along with a wide range of vegan dishes, makes it a top destination for conscious eaters. The service is fast and comes with a smile, making you feel valued and cared for. It’s a place that's a perfect blend of professional and friendly, and it's clear why customers rave about it. Quantum Leap truly lives up to its name, taking a leap forward in providing high-quality, plant-based cuisine that's simply out of this world.

Quantum Leap Menu

Homemade Soups Vegan and gluten free
Soup of the Day $6.00
Veg. Lentil soup
Vegan Sweet Corn Chowder $6.50
Sweet Potato Soup $6.00

Veggie Burgers
All burgers are served on whole wheat bun, lettuce, tomatoes, pepper, onions, mushrooms and vegan mayo. Add Muenster, cheddar, Monterey Jack, vegan cheese, gluten free bun, french fries, sweet potato fries, curly fries, garlic fries, air baked fries, grilled vegetable, steam vegetable and garden salad for an additional charge
Beyond Meat Burger $16.75
Topped with crispy soy bacon, crispy onion ring, guacamole, Vegan Chipotle aiole, lettuce, tomato
Vegetarian Buffalo Chicken Burger $15.00
Panko breaded soy-chicken breast, smothered in buffalo sauce, topped with crispy soy bacon, purple slaw, chipotle aioli, lettuce, tomato on whole grain bun
Beyond Beef PLT $16.00
Vegan beyond burger 100% plant-based beyond beef burger lettuce tomato pickles onion ring guacomole ketchup vegan cheese on multigrain bun
Seitan Mushroom Burger $15.00
mushrooms, mozzarella Soy cheese, pickled daikon-carrots, tomato, lettuce, satay sauce on multigrain bun
Black Bean Poblano Burger $15.00
Grilled pepper onion portobello mushroom topped with pico de Gallo guacamole
Big Leap Quinoa Burger $14.00
home baked. topped with cheddar cheese, onion ring, avocado, mayo lettuce and tomato
Habanero Lentil grain Burger (spicy) $16.00
homebaked lentil burger topped with onion ring, avocado, sweet red pepper, spicy Habanero mayo ,lettuce, tomato
Mighty Lentil Grain burger $15.00
purple slaw, pepper onion, avocado
Crispy soy Chicken Burger $15.00
pepper, onion, pickles, bbq sauce, mayo lettuce tomato
Vegan BBQ Jackfruit Burger $15.00
tempeh bacon, vegan cheese
Tofu BLT $15.00
panko breaded crispy tofu, tempeh bacons, siracha mayo, lettuce tomato
Potorbello Eggplant melt $15.00
onion, muenster cheese
Smoky Texan Burger $16.00
Crispy Plant-Based soy chicken breast smothered in honey garlic bbq sauce, topped with kale purple slaw, jalapeno, chipotle aioli on Brioche Bun
BBQ Jack fruit burger $16.00
tempeh bacon, vegan cheese , vegan mayo, lettuce tomato

Sub Sandwich
Beyond Burger 'Cheese Steak' Sandwich $15.00
Toasted garlic bread with beyond burger onion and green pepper chipotle mayo and vegan provolone cheese on hoagie roll
Vegan Divas $15.00
Slices Soy chicken, vegan hams, soy bacon with soy provolone cheese topped with onions tomato fresh basil and vegan mayo
Buffalo Bomber $16.00
Crispy soy chicken tossed in a buffalo sauce, tomato, onions, lettuce, cool blue cheese and chipotle mayo on toasted hero
Santa Fe Crispy Chick Sub $16.00
Crispy soy chicken, avocado, purple slaw, tomato, onions, chipotle mayo on hoagie roll
Vegetarian Meatballs Garlic Hero $16.00
Toasted garlic bread with meatless meatballs and pepper and onions with tomato sauce Muenster cheese
Black Bean Chipotle wrap $16.00
Quesadilla Grande $16.00
portobello, pepper, onion, black bean, chili bean, cheese

Beyond and Impossible Burgers
Beyond Vegan Burito $16.50
100%plant based beyond beef with black bean, brown rice, corn, Pico de gallo, guacamole, tofu sour and vegan cheese, served with green salsa
Vegetarian Meatballs Wrap $15.50
Garlic Meatless meatballs, grill pepper onions, tomato sauce melted muenster cheese
Beyond cheese steak garlic sub $16.00
Impossible cheese steak $16.00
onion, mushroom american cheese, sweet red pepper, mayo
Impossible Burger $16.00
cheddar cheese, avocado,pepper, onion, lettuce tomato
Impossible Banh MI $16.00
vegan ham, impossible meat, jalapeno, cucumber, pickled carrot and daikon, cilantro, and siracha
Western Impossible Burger $17.00
cheddar cheese, crispy onion rings, pickles, BBQ sauce and dollop of chipotle mayo
Vegan Seitan Philly Cheese Steak $16.00
Impossible Meatballs Garlic Sub $17.00
pepper-onion, tomato sauce and vegan cheese
Beyond Tacos $12.00
Beyond Vegan Burrito $15.97
Beyond Quinoa Cauliflower Wrap $17.00

VEGAN Entrees
Soy Chicken Katsu $17.95
Breaded soy chicken cutlet dizzled with tonkatsu sauce served with curry lentil rice and avocado salad
Buddha Bowl $16.95
Soy ginger chicken kimchi quinoa edamame and sauteed garlic kale
Vegan Chicken Pad Thai $17.98
Zen Platter $17.99
Macro supreme Platter $17.00
steam veg, black bean, quinoa and tofu teriyaki
Seitan Satay Platter $18.00
Vegan Ginger chicken sauteed $18.00
Japanese soba with Dumplings $16.98
Big Leap Bowl $16.97
Vegan chicken O'le Bowl $17.00
soy chicken, wild rice, black bean , pico de gallo, and guacamole
Vegan chicken quinoa taco bowl $17.00

Fish/Chicken
Grilled Salmon Burger $15.00
Alaska salmon patty, pepper onion, BBQ and non dairy tartar sauce
Salmon Zuchini Noodles $18.98
Salmon Teriyaki $18.00
salmon in fresh herb $19.00
Salmon Avocado Salad $18.95
salmon with sundried Tomato $19.00
chicken chipotle Wrap $16.50
Chicken Quesadilla $17.50
chicken burrito o'le bowl $18.00
chicken quinoa Taco bowl $17.00

Sides
Cripsy Onion Rings $7.00
Garlic Fries $7.00
Curly Fries $7.50
French Fries $7.00
Sweet Potato Fries (Yam Fries) $7.00
Mashed Sweet Potato $7.00
Tater Tots $6.50
waffle fries $6.98

Beverages
Peanut Butter Chocolate Almond Milk Shake $7.47
Pineapple Coconut Smoothie $7.47
Berries garnished
Flu Fighter $6.75
Carrot ginger pineapple juice
Sweet Beet Kale Apple Ginger Carrot $7.00
Carrot Apple Ginger $6.75
Water Bottles $1.50
Diet Coke $1.95
Ginger Ale $1.95
Pineapple cucumber mints $7.00
Vegan Oreo Shake $7.48
vegan creamy berry delight $7.50

Homemade Desserts
Peach Blueberry Crumb Pie $7.50
Black-out vegan Chocolate Cake $7.48
carrot apple walnut cake $7.50
Vegan Blueberry Cheesecake $7.00

All Day Pancakes!!!!
Wheat free, vegan
Wheat Free Gluten Free Pancakes $15.98
A blend of almond meals, brown rice, tapioca and buttermilk, served with Pete'Sweet organic maple syrup
Vegan Wholesome Blueberry Pancakes $13.98
A blend of whole wheat, whole grain flour, and a touch of cinnamon. Served with Pete's Sweet organic maple syrup
Vegan Chocolate Chips Pancakes $14.00
Pete's Sweet organic maple syrup
Pineapple upside down pancakes $14.99
Banana pecan pancakes $15.00

Appetizer
Vegan Buffalo Wild Wings $8.00
Honey Garlic BBQ Wings $8.50
Sweet Mango Habanero Wings $9.00
Cauliflower Buffalo Wings $12.00
Steam Asian Dumplings $8.00
Kimchi dumplings $8.50
Grilled Veggie Dumplings $8.00
Vegan Spinach BAO BUNS $9.50
Vegan CHAR Sui Bao Buns $10.00
Vegan Black Pepper Steak Bao BUns $10.00
Spiced Vegan Ginger Chicken Bao Buns $10.00
Honey Garlic BBQ VEGAN chicken Bao Bun $9.98
crispy soy Chicken Nuggets $7.50
Seitan Satay Skewers $9.00
Cheesy Corn nachos $16.00
crispy veggie spring rolls $8.00
Guacamole and chips $12.00
Vegan chicken Tenders $8.00

SALADS
Vegetarian Cobb Salad $16.97
Beet kale avocado salad $17.00
Kale Avocado salad with crispy soy chicken $16.00
Mixed Grain Avocado Salad $16.47
Mid summer Japanese soba salad (peanuts) $16.00

Quantum Leap Details

Service options
No-contact delivery
Delivery
Takeout
Dine-in

Highlights
Fast service

Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible restroom
Wheelchair accessible seating
Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Coffee
Comfort food
Healthy options
Organic dishes
Quick bite
Small plates
Vegan options
Vegetarian options
Wine

Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Table service

Amenities
Restroom

Atmosphere
Casual
Cozy
Trendy

Crowd
Family-friendly
Tourists

Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards

Children
Good for kids

Parking
Free parking lot
Paid street parking

Quantum Leap Photos

Quantum Leap Location

Quantum Leap

New York New York County New York 1st Avenue

1103 1st Ave, New York, NY 10065, USA

Quantum Leap Reviews

An average rating of ★4.9 from 333 user reviews.

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Quantum Leap: A Unique Dining Experience in NYC _quantumleap_I recently had the pleasure of dining at Quantum Leap, and I can confidently say it’s one of the most memorable restaurant experiences I’ve had in New York City. Nestled in a vibrant neighborhood, this restaurant offers a delightful fusion of flavors in a truly captivating atmosphere.From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted by a cozy ambiance, complete with sleek decor and soft, ambient lighting. The owner was incredibly welcoming along with an attentive staff making you feel right at home.The menu is a standout feature, showcasing a creative take on seasonal ingredients with a focus on plant-based dishes. I started with the crispy oyster mushroom appetizer, which was bursting with flavor and beautifully presented. For my main course, I chose a limited time special made impossible burger, as well as the Vegan Seitan Philly Cheese Steak, both were nothing short of spectacular—rich, savory, and perfectly balanced.I also love the freshly made drink selection. I had a Pineapple Coconut Smoothie that paired perfectly with my meal.Overall, Quantum Leap is a fantastic spot for anyone looking to enjoy a unique and flavorful dining experience in NYC. Whether you’re a dedicated foodie or just looking for a great night out, this restaurant is definitely worth a visit. I can’t wait to return and explore more of their incredible menu!
March 05 · J Anthony
This is a little vegan gem that I almost missed. The food was well prepared and delicious and service came with a smile. The atmosphere alittle tight but cozy.
August 19 · D McK
Really big menu and options. The cauliflower buffalo wings were really lightly fried and flavorful. The black bean burger was flavorful but I did need to eat with a fork. My friend reserved about the soy chicken Sandwich. The dessert walnut cheesecake was awesome. Everything was fresh, service was friendly
March 02 · Reina HR
Sad sad reason for visiting, but the food warmed our hearts. Was looking for a vegetarian place while my dog was in the ICU at AMC. It was a short walk in the rain, but the food was amazing. I had the satay skewers plate which tasted just like chicken satay. The sauce was divine, and it was very filling. Steamed vegetables were great too. Partner had the happy Buddha bowl and he devoured the whole thing. He’s not vegetarian, and still loved the fried tempeh. Would definitely stop here again if I was in the area.
May 07 · Melissa Reed
Highly recommend!! Everything was so good we forgot to take photos until dessert. The top star has to go to the Oreo milkshake. Everyone including non vegans will love it. In terms of food, we tried the vegan honey garlic BBQ wings, sesame medallions, the vegan quinoa taco bowl, the carrot apple walnut cake. All were so good, filling, and flavorful! The atmosphere is intimate and the service was amazing and so friendly. What an amazing spot! Will be coming back again!
March 10 · Kathy Wong