Sanzana Z.

I came here because walking in for Sunday brunch at Jack's Wife Freda is nearly impossible. And now I'm a fan of you, Spring. Your food is delicious and your waiters are amicable. I'll be back for dinner soon!

Valerie F.

Had high hopes for this place because the menu sounded amazing. However, slow service, bland food, (had crispy fried chicken wings - this was actually good, very crispy, edamame - meh, and ROASTED PORTOBELLO MUSHROOM MEDALLIONS W/ SAUTEED MORELS - the dish was mainly flavorless except for the mashed potatoes). We also had a long hair in one of our dishes, but they quickly remedied.

SaSi C.

Came here with a friend a few days ago affter doing some shopping around Soho. We were seated right away as the place wasn't to packed as yet. As a recently turned vegan I ordered the chedder veggie burger which came with sweet potato fries and both the burger and fries were really good. For a drink I ordered a peach flavored ice tea which didn't have a hint of a peach taste to it as it was really bland. Had to ask for a sweetener of some sort and the waitress brought me out guava syrup so I added that and squeezed some lemon into it and that made it drinkable. I also ordered the vegetarian spring rolls as an appetizer and they were good. My friend ordered the pulled chicken burger that came with fries and if it wasn't for the soggy bottom of her burger(because of the barbeque sauce) she would have enjoyed it much more; she didn't order any drinks. This place has potential; I just hope they read some of these reviews and step their game up soon.

Luna C.

I decided to go to Spring Street Natural because I was looking for some vegan/vegetarian food before joining my friends to a party. Honestly, I should have read the other reviews and trusted the fellow Yelpers. The service is not good enough: a bit slow, we asked for a swap of ingredients in one of the meals ordered and we were told that we were going to be charged extra for that (we asked for tofu instead of feta. Seriously). The waiters don't look at you in the eye, the just rush to your table, put the dish down and run away. The food tasted like one of those meals I prepare when I'm in a hurry at home: take anything from the fridge and put it on a dish. Maybe it was my unfortunate night out? Not sure. NY offers so many great restaurants, next time I'll avoid this one.

Vivian D.

I can't believe I haven't reviewed this place yet! I have been here tons of times. There is nothing quite special about this restaurant, but the food is good, their menu is vegetarian friendly. Lots of tables for big groups, staff is friendly and attentive for the most part, there are also outside sittings. Prices are fair!

Signoret G.

Great ambiance. Fast and courteous service. Definitely recommend if you're in the area

Kirsten H.

Though not as popular or well-reviewed as some of its neighbors (Jacks Wife Freda is right next door and the famed Balthazar is the next block over), Spring Street Natural Kitchen is consistently good. I've been here multiple times, most recently on a beautiful Saturday. I went around 1:45 pm for brunch and our table for two was seated right away, though there was a wait for the very limited outdoor seating (I think there were only 6 or so tables). The restaurant is quite large, which means you'll rarely have to wait too long for a table. The menu is extensive as well, including everything from large salads, burgers, sandwiches, and entree dishes like fish and stir fry. Everything is very reasonably priced. The burger and fries is particularly good, as is the organic stir fry vegetables. Often stir fry sauces are too salty or sweet, but the classic ginger sauce they use is perfect. Love this place for brunch, lunch, or dinner. It's consistently good, the service is friendly and fast, and if there's a wait there are plenty of stores around to waste time!

Lindsay Y.

While shopping in SoHo we stumbled across this delicious place. Everything was organic and they had endless options. I had the quinoa, apricot salad and my friend had the kale salad, both were tasty and light. We also got seated outside and the day was perfect for outdoor dining. I definitely recommend this place to vegetarians .

Christina M.

SoHo's best not-so-kept secret. Spring Street Natural is my new go-to for an affordable healthy meal in SoHo. My boyfriend and I have been on a strong salad kick lately, trying to battle all of the holiday treats, and there is something to be said for restaurants that create salads healthy and hearty enough that I leave feeling satisfied and full. Spring Street Natural delivered just that. We started with the organic edamame, which I have to say is the best edamame I've ever had. I didn't think edamame could take different restaurant to restaurant, but SSN's edamame tasted SO fresh, and had just the right amount of sea salt. For mains, I got the kale salad, which was protein packed and had an incredible flavor balance of sweet and salty, with chick peas, avocado, apricots, roasted hazelnuts, pecorino romano, lemon-olive oil vinaigrette. My boyfriend ordered the grilled yellowfin tuna salad, which he simply described as delicious. Minus one star for the bathrooms, which have no hooks for jackets or purses - very irritating in one of the city's largest shopping districts.

Elaine H.

We came here simply because we were not able to make it next door, which was about two hours wait on a Sat afternoon. Obviously, this was not the best option. Food here was OK, yet not great. You would not get many choices given this place was not solely for brunch. My vegi omelet white was simply too small and the potato was way over cooked. I liked my juice though, honeydew pineapple.

Von A.

Basic.....Nothing memorable....If I didn't write this review, I probably would have forgotten about this restaurant a week from now. But, the fact that i'm taking the time - kind of warrants it some merit of acceptability. Surprisingly enough, it was easy to get a table for 6 on a Friday night - with no reservation, which was a good thing; as originally we were trying to go to Balthazars. The dining footprint was spacious, ample room for a large seating, and there is a bar available as well. The restaurant is classified as "American," which for the record i'm never really certain of what that means - but the style of food was very random. It seemed like there were a lot of dishes with Asian influences. The appetizers were pretty good - the Korean BBQ Wings, and the Grilled Pork Belly Sliders were the table favorites. My main course which was the NY Strip was a very generous - more than 14 oz serving - but the flavor didn't really 'wow' me; I found my self visitng the salt and pepper shaker to give it some flavor. So, overall - this place is good as a last resort - but not necessarily a seek-out and go-to venue.

Liza P.

I am pretty tolerant with service but this was just awful. I was completely ignored. I am a low maintenance customer. I just need to get my food/drinks. My server didn't ask how I was liking everything or even bothered to see if I wanted to order more. I didn't order enough initially so I waited for a server to come by for a good 10 minutes before I started to wave my hand for someone to see me. Nobody came over and I had to ask random people that worked there for my check. The server never came to apologize and instead I got an apology from a different server who had no fault in this. To make it worse I clearly saw the bartender see that I needed my server but he just kept staring at me. He then started talking to a woman in a pants suit which I assumed was a manager cus she was lecturing him in keeping the floors clean. I'm sorry but if you can't even acknowledge a patron with her hands waving in the air, how can you call yourself a manager. Ugh two thumbs down. This is disappointing cus I live close by and the Root casserole thing was decent. Idk how this place manages to stay open with better options right next door like Jacks wife Freda or eds lobster.

Christina L.

Came here for Sunday brunch around 11, and they had plenty of seating. They even sat our group of 6 right away even though not everyone was present at the time. I ordered the corn crusted catfish sandwich. The bread was nice and crispy, but still plenty soft and chewy inside. The fish was kinda bland. There was saffron mayo on the sandwich, which was kinda heavy. The fries were pretty solid, and the ketchup was really good. Tasted like they made their own? Or at least used something other than Heinz. Overall, my meal was just meh, portion was good though. Service was decent. We had picked up some cronuts before brunch, and ate them at the table after our meal, and the waitress had no problem at all with it.

Za B.

Still sitting in the restaurant as I write this. These people are lucky they are next to jacks wife Freda and get all of the overflow business of people that can't wait for a table there. $15 frittata was a dry overlooked two eggs stretched paper thin on a huge diner plate. Thank god for goat cheese. The potatoes were too awful to describe, I ate none of them. $18 crab Benedict for my fiancé was even worse of a sight. "Poached eggs" were practically boiled, I swear. I felt so bad for her. And the crab was burnt black, also awful potatoes. The only star I give this place was the friendly bartender that greeted us and the prompt service. Although... the food came out so quickly it made you wonder. Absolutely awful, and worth waiting at another spot.

Stephanie Q.

I came here because there was an hour long wait at Jack's Wife Freida. Who has time to wait for that long? There was no wait here, and it was actually pretty good. I opened the menu and thought... oh my, is this place vegetarian? That's cuz I am a carnivore. Any meal with no meat is depressing. Thankfully it was not a vegetarian restaurant. My friend and I started off with a vege platter that had hummus and various vegetables. The hummus and pita were good. For my main course, I had the crab cake eggs benedict. Amazing but not spectacular. It came with a side of potatoes that were ok. I really wanted to try the challah french toast but eating 2 main courses is shameful so I resisted.

Monica T.

Wanna eat a lil healthier and still have it be delicious? Get the grilled chicken salad with gorgonzola, almonds slivers and cranberries for 16.00. This filling salad is consistently delicious and very tasty with the combination of gorgonzola cheese and cranberries in each bite. It is completely satisfying and comes with an orangr mirin dressing that is not even neccessary if youre trying to save on the calories. Ive been ordering it for around 5 or more years and its the one most consistently made item Ive ever eaten.

Meline V.

Mediterranean grilled yellow tuna salad is my favorite at Spring Street Natural Restaurant.One of our favorite spots for brunch on weekends! Always good & coffee is just perfect! Love...Love...Love!

Ian K.

We ate here last night and were truly unimpressed with the service. At first our waiter was very attentive, offered drinks right away and asked to take our order. We weren't ready and then he disappeared for at least 10 min, I gave the benefit of the doubt as one of us had stepped away from the table for a quick call, but we were waiting nonetheless. Our meals came about 15/20 min later, not super long but probably too long for this type of place. While the food was fine, a salad and stir fry, the waiter didn't check on us until about 10 minutes after the food hit the table. At that point, i was tempted to ask what the bread plates were for (we were never served any bread), but my more friendly wife simply asked for some bread. Again, food was good but waiter really made the meal unpleasant and I wouldn't return. We've been to the UWS location (pretty sure related) and really enjoyed, surprising that spring street was so disappointing.

Travis T.

Got seated really quickly as a group of 4 Served water immediately upon sitting down After about 10 min, had our borders taken, and then given a basket of bread (French roll and tomato bread slices) Appetizer- Crab cakes- comes with 2 cakes, sauce tastes okay, cakes are delicious, and tastes healthy Ginger Chicken- really healthy tasting, balance of slices and flavors, decent serving size Entree- Grilled Chicken Burger- huge servings, the tomato made the burger, 2 sauces balanced the overall taste. 5/5 South Western Chicken Salad- great taste, nice size, chicken tasted excellent 4.5/5 Grilled Salmon- really tasty but too much wasabi 4/5 Quinoa Salad- good balance of sweet, salty, and spicy. 4/5

Evelyn W.

E-Scale: 6.5/10 I stumbled onto this place by accident. It wasn't very crowded and the place is big. Service was fast and the food was pretty good. I don't go downtown much during the winter but I'd love to return here once the weather warms up.

Marthie D.

SALAD people! While traveling, the last thing I expected to REALLY like was a salad. Shoot.. I didn't even think I was gonna order anything with Salad in it's name entirely, until I came to Spring Street Natural Restaurant (SSNR). On my last day in New York, my friend and I planned to go next door to grab brunch (well lunch because it was definitely lunch time) at the next door Jack's Wife Frieda. The line was ridiculous but after looking at a few reviews of SSNR, we thought we giv SSNR a go. In the restaurant's name itself is the word "Natural," and automatically I'm thinking fresh farm food, organic.. yanno the whole healthy gig. After looking at some of the Yelp pictures, we opted to share two salads: Quinoa Salad: Seriously, 5/5 stars. It was super light, refreshing, and SOO delicious. Every time I eat quinoa now, I think of this salad. It has granola (I know.. granola! Who would have thunk!?), avocado, olives, tomatoes, green onions, cucumbers and I believe apricots inside the quinoa. We didn't leave a bit of that salad left. When I go back to New York.. I want to go back here to just eat this salad. I also left kinda full with this. & the Shaved Brussel Sprouts Salad: 3.5-4/5 stars. Not too bad. I personally LOVE Brussels sprouts but the Quinoa Salad seriously had me swooned. It was definitely refreshing and it comes with grilled chicken. It was still delicious, but I rather get the Quinoa Salad. For drinks.. I just got a cold iced coffee. It was okay. Seating is outdoors or indoors. We opted for outdoors since the day wasn't that bad. It's not quite scenic outside personally, and just a bunch of cars just driving around Soho. Service was alright but nothing spectacular. You're seriously walking distance from all of the shopping stores. So grab a bite here and then go shopping. I did. Overall, I would come back for that Quinoa Salad. :)

MAX J.

Don't write reviews often but just figured I need to give warning to stay away from this place. Came here on a Saturday afternoon at 4pm. Didn't expect many brunch choices as it was pretty late so we got a "sunset menu" instead. Actually was kinda turned off by the limited choices, and nothing sounded appealing but we were already seated so ok, just give it a chance. Ordered a taco salad with grilled chicken: you are better off going to chipotle than paying 16 bucks for this blah tasting plate. Where's the flavour? Girlfriend ordered a chicken sandwich. Chicken was dry. Fries soggy. Managed to eat only half. In addition, we noticed that other tables got bread baskets but funny, because we didn't. But we couldn't be bothered to ask for it. Also server had a nonchalant attitude, forgot the sour cream in the taco salad but didn't apologise. This is not a one star. It's zero Big mistake that we didn't flee at the beginning

Esther S.

I love the veggie wrap and sweet potato fries, homemade ketchup ! My to go to spot when in Soho !

Thalie A.

I've been coming here for years. I used to live locally & was never disappointed by this bar/restaurant. Vegan/Vegetarian/Carnivore? All are welcome & all will be satisfied here. Loads of the healthy & delicious options. Pleasant & welcoming staff, spacious seating configuration yet it has a very NY buzz. My most recent visit was for a late breakfast. Yummy with free regular/decaf refills. Nice venue for drinks & dinner too. What are you waiting for? Get in there!

Preethi K.

Why is this place not rated better??!? We actually just happened by this place because we were waiting for jacks wife freida next door and saw this place next door and decided to try it.. We split the chopped salad with tofu ( so good, it comes with this creamy red wine vinagarette) and was so super filling, the two of us were starving and splitting this could have filled us both. We also got the veggie burger which was a pretty normal veggie burger but asked for chipotle mayo instead of the dijon mayo that it comes with. (+fries were amazing) the burger basically looked like a beet burger on a ciabatta bun. The roohiboos-vanilla tea was delicious also, the malbec, not so much.

Helene C.

I ordered the Root vegetable cassoulet but I got the Moroccan vegetable tagine: medley of seasonal vegetables, chick peas, toasted almonds, dried fruit, Moroccan spices, herb lemon cous-cous. I was very happy that they gave me the tagine because it was so delicious. The root vegetables, the sweetness from the dried fruit and slightly spicy from the spices. I really liked it and I would order that dish again. They have a homemade Rosemary-Sun Dried Tomato Bread that is like a savory loaf.

Mark G.

Passed this by because I was going to a show nearby. The service was ok as far as speed, but they didn't allow any changes to anything due to dietary restrictions. It also felt like a big diner and the food tasted no better than diner food. I wouldn't go there again.

Samer H.

Not bad not amazing. The food was pretty basic, but sometimes that's what you want. The ingredients all seemed fresh, but the dishes themselves weren't anything creative. If you're looking for a simple, fairly cheap, and no frills meal, this is the place for you.

Farah K.

This place was okay. We got two things from the menu: 1) Garden Veggies Egg White Omelette and 2) Blackened Tilapia Sandwich. The Garden Veggie Egg White Omelette was okay. I wasn't the biggest fan - I wouldn't recommend this as the omelette was not fluffy and the homefries were subpar. Wasn't up to my expectations. If you want a great omelette, I highly recommend The National in Midtown or Bayside Diner in queens (my absolute favorite!). The Blackened Tilapia Sandwich helped my review a bit. The fish was not smelly (I wouldn't have eaten it otherwise). It would have been tasty if there was more sauce - maybe a chipotle mayo or something. My fish literally fell out of the bun, but not bad. I do recommend getting the regular fries as opposed to sweet potato fries. Overall, it's okay. I think the reason this place is getting business is because of the overspill from Jack's Wife Freda next door. That's the reason I ended up here!

M B.

I had fish tacos. Not terribly memorable, but not terrible either. Beautiful restaurant inside n out , fun spot for people watching at outdoor table. Elisa was our waitress, she has terrific attitude and presence. Great attitude helped in this review.

B H.

Nice place for a afternoon lunch. Wasn't sure what to expect since the people I was with choose it and they were vegetarians but surprisingly it was not a vegan place but rather a organic vegetarian friendly establishment. The food was so much better than I expected, the Chicken Apple Sausage Quesadilla was amazing and almost felt like I was eating healthy. Not overly greasy or loaded with too much cheese. Nice and light.

Kayo N.

A recent brunch had me saying "eh." Surpsising, since I've had dinners in the past that were ok to good. Not the best eggs benedict I've had - with the hollandaise, looking like it's been luxuriating under the kitchen's heat lamp for too long. The English muffin was soggy from having the crab sit on it too long. The breakfast poatoes were similarly soggy. Not inspired at all.

Kathryn M.

Had a great dinner here on a Sunday night of a holiday weekend...not too busy, not too empty. Service was solid, no complaints. Food was perfect. It tasted healthy, not heavy, but was still flavorful. A total find.

Stephanie P.

When shopping in Soho, there seems to be a limited amount of places to eat. This is one of the go-to's, even though I am not crazy about it. The place is very large, so you wont have a wait, thankfully, but the food was mediocre. Had a salad with very dry, grilled chicken on it. On a positive note everything seemed very fresh and healthy.

Giannabrie F.

I'm a fan of this restaurant and have been for a while! I just love that you can pretty much close your eyes and point on the menu and be guaranteed a delicious and healthy option. They offer some vegetarian/vegan options but they also offer good quality meat options for those of us that are "picky meat eaters." This last visit I came in during lunch and it was more packed than usual but we were seated within 10 minutes. We ordered the popcorn shrimp appetizer which was very good, the cauliflower soup, also very good and I tried one of the salads and added chicken. It has goat cheese, peppers, onions, etc. It was very very good. My uncle ordered the burger and enjoyed it very much. The fries were a little soggy and small so those were disappointing but everything else was tasty. The service is decent, the prices are typical and the atmosphere is more on the "loud" side but still decent. Perfect lunch/brunch spot after a day spent in the soho or Chinatown area. :)

J H.

Pretty outside seating. Terrible food. We had dirty utensils that weren't replaced so we had to take some from an adjacent table. Service is fine. I had an extremely overcooked omelette. Rubber, dry, bad.

Natalia C.

Poor service, food was bad, salty and gave me food poison. First and last time I'll eat at Spring Natural. There are plenty of great restaurants in the area-- do not come here, unless you want an upset stomach. This place should be inspected by the health department.

Lauren H.

My father and I came here on a Monday night at 10:30 after seeing a play at the Soho Rep. It smelled of bad Chinese food, but we didn't have a whole lot of options at that point. We ordered a healthy green juice and a blood orange lemonade. Despite the fact that these should have been freshly made, both arrived at our table within a minute. My dad pronounced his green drink "okay," and I felt the same way about my lemonade, which didn't taste at all of blood orange and could as easily have been a peach Snapple. Very well and good, but the food? It arrived on plates that were none too clean--picking one up, I noticed that the bottom had a rough, grainy, grimy quality that I didn't want to think about too closely. Our veggie burgers were quite good--textured and flavorful, with bits of veggies and almonds that generated a feeling of substance. The buns were a bit dry, but no matter. I ordered regular fries, which were rather limp and greasy. It took all night for the taste of rancid oil, salt, and phony blood orange to exit my mouth. Definitely wouldn't return. I know late night on a Monday is unlikely to yield the restaurant's best, but if you're open, you should be raring to please no matter what the date or time.

Xi L.

My first experience, 5 stars, second experience 2.5 stars, but I'm still going to give it a 3 and here is why. Second experience involved a friend asking for the shrimp version of her salad and the waiter asks "how many"... Are you serious, how many shrimp do you want on your salad?? The price is apparently 2 bucks a shrimp, the salad itself is 14 or something so each shrimp is basically 14% of the cost of the salad...What the hell is this madness. I order an oj in a somewhat skinny glass (normally for water) and that turns out to be 6 bucks. Fortunately the entree I got the first time was mayan eggs, which was fantastic (5/5) flavor and quantity was there. The second time I got the bacon eggs benedict and it was decent (3.5/5) but the eggs were not cooked that well and the bacon was too much and overpowered the rest of the dish. i did not like the fact that it came with fries (and they were soggy) and it just made the benedict dish just too unhealthy compared to what you would expect from any other eggs benedict dish. ***This place is right next to the popular brunch place Jacks Wife Freda which is extremely good, but its almost impossible to get a seat there and you WILL have to wait a long time. If you come to Spring before 1pm you can sit down immediately, this place is huge. Jacks Wife's line will be almost an hr wait even if you show up at 11:30.

Larry F.

Overcooked burger with hardly any cheese. Largely absent server. Will not be coming back. I ordered a medium rare $17 cheeseburger. I received a medium well beef disc with a dry, charred bun and hardly any of the gruyere cheese i ordered on it. The bacon jam didn't have enough bacon in it to where you could taste it. My waiter didn't visit the table between taking my dinner order and the meal being long gone, my plate long since collected by the highly efficient bussing staff. He asked me how everything was, I told him "not great" and asked for the check. He didn't follow up on that at all. Overpriced, bad value, and inattentive. Avoid.

Pamela M.

A new work neighborhood fav for me! I sat at the bar and enjoyed a cheese burger and fries. The gentleman next to me had the same but swapped his fries for a salad. My fries came HOT...just like I like my fries to be served!! (Nothing worse than cold fries, imho). The gentleman next to had a beautiful salad in place of fries. We both agreed that the burger was a "good burger"! Ray, the bartender was so on point; very accommodating and efficiently handling the bar as well as the drink orders for the patrons seated at tables. I look forward to going there after work as they keep a fully stocked bar! I appreciate a fully stocked bar! :-) Unfortunately, no happy hour cocktail offerings.

Simone B.

Went here to meet a friend who worked in SoHo. This place is huge. Lots of seating and it looks fancier than it is. The menu is ok. There are some salad and dinner options, but overall I wasn't impressed. The food was pretty basic nothing too spectacular. A lot of root veggies and things like that. The cauliflower was delish! And the bread was also very good. This isn't a place I'd frequent but a good place to check out once.

Donna V.

I am a fan indeed. Spring Street Natural is always packed inside and out but finally on a rainy Friday we got a chance to nab a table. The server was friendly and our service was timely but they did not rush us. If you want hot tea, they have a canister near one of the servers' stations which I thought was a nice touch. I ordered the seared tuna with wasabi mash potatoes. OMG, so freakin' good. Me and another person at the table licked our plates clean. The tuna tasted fresh and was not overly cooked. great wasabi flavor in the perfectly whipped potatoes. The fried onions on top added a nice sweetness to the dish and whatever is in the drizzled sauce is amazing. I left thinking of an excuse to come back to have the dish again. It is that good people. I will definitely be back just for this dish alone. You gotta try it if you haven't already... You will be hooked too!

Grace C.

Came here for brunch and ordered the burrito. A good place for brunch. Iced Coffee is not strong at all and we were seated outside. The service was just ok. I would give a 3.5 star review but there is no such option. the server was kind of cranky probably because it was hot outside.

Faith D.

Nice spot. Doesn't shine its full potential because of the restaurant beside it. A bit pricey brunch but if you want good time and have money to spend, go. Regular breakfast food. Came once for lunch, vegan kimchi wrap was surprisingly good.

David S.

Great restaurant. Awesome vegan menu for my wife. Fantastic atmosphere. Great service. Friendly waiter.

Yelena K.

Eh, what can I say? You can get a square meal here, but it's so goddamn overpriced and half this shit is vegan. I don't trust vegans or vegetarians for that matter. p.s. a "side" of asparagus is $7 and you get 3 stalks. Good luck.

Jon S.

It's never been my idea to come here, but I keep winding up here, like the Minataur lost in his maze. Six years ago, when I first moved to the city I ran with a group that was 'obsessed' with brunching here. The lines were long and I never found the food to be much of note. Two years ago, someone from a different group of friends was visiting and assembled a large gathering here. I read on their website that this location dates from 1985 - I shudder to think the 20 years of meals I missed by not living here. At least when I was a toddler it would have been appropriate to throw the food. I'm reviewing it now because it happened again. I work for a transoceanic company, and recently there were drinks with a pair of visiting employees from the London office. As beers wound down, they turned to me and asked if I wanted dinner. I'd be happy to join, I said. Do you want me to make a recommendation? Visions of impressing my Imperial colleagues with ramen burgers, upscale fried chicken or Laotian cuisine ran through my head. But no - they had a place they wanted to take me. We got in the cab - and well, you can tell from the title of this review where we wound up. I put on a brave face and spent the meal not talking about the food or my other experiences. It was perfectly pleasant. The service here is warm and professional. The corner location means there's plenty of light and it's always full of people. It's an institution in the same way that Pershing Square Cafe or the Balthazar are, a place with a reputation but somewhere solid enough to attract the locals. Those two places are pumping out pretty exceptional bistro fare (the latter more than the former) while the kitchen here remains serviceable. What might have been innovative in 1973 - a vague dedication to natural ingredients - seems laps behind in source-conscicous, locavore-mad 2014. The tomato on my barrata was ripe and juicy, and not over-sized in a factory-farm kind of way. Alice Waters would not be displeased. But what of it? This feels like the second-best restaurant in a Hudson Valley town, a dependable upscale place for middle-aged doctors to gather and be seen. Why cross the Atlantic for this? Why does the occupy such prime real estate? Why do people brunch there? Nothing, not after all of these years, has been able to answer the question satisfactorily for me.

Spoorthi P.

I slipped into this restaurant as the one next to it ' Jack's wife Frieda' had no seats available. This look and feel of this restaurant is decent, but when you are ordering and paying in this setting you expect decent food. The vegetable fritata was plain bad. The worst of all was that neither of my friends liked their drinks either. I was meeting them after a long time and I wish I hadn't been here. The bill was $90 for nothing!

Alexandra S.

We were drawn to this place one evening due to the soft lights ambiance. As the place is quite big, expect quite a bit of noise, even if it is only filled at 20% which was the case for us. The waiters were nice but ours forgot one of our requests. The burger and salad irdered were nothing special although the salads are reasonably sized. As the food is still pricy for nothing extraordinary, I wouldn't recommend this place.

Rose K.

Doors flung open to welcome the spring, fresh sprigs of wildflower in tiny vases on every table. Live jazz on certain nights. Oh, and offerings of a basket of bread to start. (Try the orange-colored one- it's tomato bread, and it's fantastic. Especially the crust.) Feeling happy yet? For lunch- quinoa salad with avocado, apricots, granola- phenomenal. Just a tad crunchy, and just the right portion. The organic farro salad is amazing with the pistachio teasing you every now and then. Ask for no dairy to be added, and they happily grant it. For dinner- the sesame crusted sashimi rare yellowfin tuna steak (if you can say it 10 times fast then dinner's on me). The wasabi mashed potatoes with the bok choy is a perfect pairing! It's not cheap and the bartender could probably be a little more lively and helpful, but the flavorful-yet-healthy food and atmosphere make it worth a try.

Noura Andréa A.

If you're in a hurry, for a quick bite, yeah sure this place is fine. I got there with my sister around 3 o'clock, it was relatively full for an "awkward" lunch hour. We were seated right away. The place in itself looks good, nothing too fancy. I ordered scrambled tofu and my sister ordered MEDALLIONS OF SEITAN PICCATA. You need to know that the bread they serve you, IS DELICIOUS. You really need to try their tomato bread, really good. The food arrived pretty quickly. There was a mistake in my sister's ordered, they got her a frittata instead. She was a bit confused at first, she thought that she heard him wrong when he said the name of the order. She was intrigued by the plate, so she ate it anyway (plus we were starving). The tofu is served with brown rice + tahini sauce and a green salad. The salad is good, well seasoned. The rice was warm, but the tahini sauce is not my thing. I only ate it to moisten the meal. The tofu was really dry and too strong on curry. I don't like curry on ultra-dry meal. It wasn't bad but it wasn't good. I had to mix and match different things on my plate to get the right texture. I am sure you can find better in Soho but if you're starving, give it a go.

Debbie K.

Great food, accommodating service to a picky & healthy eater- we've been several times and love it. Go early on a sun morning (before 12) & grab a table easily!

Sophia B.

Came here with 2 girlfriends after yoga class. We liked the style and size of the restaurant so decided to try it. I had the egg white omelet and my friends had the mexican burrito and poached eggs. The potatoes were soggy and all the food generally looked and tasted like what you would get at a diner and was just eh. For the price of the food, I was expecting something a little more memorable and enjoyable. Other tables who had ordered lunch items like sandwiches/burgers/salads looked more enticing. If you go here, I would recommend skipping the breakfast items and skip to lunch.

Vivian L.

The place looked promising from the outside: spacious interior and cute decor Food turned out to be only ok. I ordered the eggs benedict, which were fine but nothing to write home about. My friends and I were also not the biggest fan of their house ketchup, which tasted too sweet and a little odd. Decent enough if you are too lazy to wait at another crowded brunch spot in the area, just don't expect too much and you'll be fine!

Denise L.

With warmer days around the corner, this is the perfect place to venture to for some healthy food that tastes great. The restaurant is cute with fake trees by the windows and tiny sprigs of flowers on each table. Great for a dinner date or with a group of friends! Here's what we got: Mediterranean Vegetable Antipasto - comes with roasted beets, hummus, marinated olives (which I opted out of), peperoncini, Sicilian eggplant caponata, Syrian muhammara spread, and toasted pita - this was really enjoyable! The hummus was nice and creamy. Their Syrian muhammara spread (a roasted pepper and walnut spread) had a flavorful earthy taste. The eggplant puree was really good too, and they even snuck some celery in there! I don't normally like celery but I didn't even notice it was in there until halfway through the dish. Great appetizer to start off, but careful not to overdo it on the pita bread. Spinach Mushroom Tofu Casserole - doesn't look like much from its presentation but the flavors were definitely there. I especially loved the broth it came in. The almonds in the dish add a nice crunchy texture. Quinoa was cooked perfectly, and soaked up the flavor of the broth. Spring Street Natural Taco Salad - lettuce with corn, tomatoes, black beans, guacamole, sour cream and cheese on top of brown rice with a chipotle vinaigrette and tortilla chips on the side - how can you go wrong with that??? I personally didn't think the chipotle vinaigrette was needed at all, it was delicious by itself Steep prices but portions are huge and food is fresh so it's definitely worth it :)

Gail P.

This spacious place has great service and super healthy, delicious food. I love the seared tuna with a soy mirin glaze, a side of wasabi mashed potatoes, baby bok choy and leeks! The salads and greens were great, too. It's not a "special" place to take dates or out-of-town guests, but it's a solid, healthy choice for comfort food.

Red Y.

Been here probably ten times. I love that it is huge so you can always get a seat. I also love that if you are seated inside you still feel like you are outdoors because of all of the trees and fauna. The service is fine, nothing spectacular....the food is mediocre. Every time I've been, the food is just average. I still will go back because it is very convenient and you never have to wait.

Lucy C.

The Mayan Eggs (three eggs on crispy yellow corn tortillas, black beans, Spanish rice, melted Monterey Jack cheese, guacamole, green onions, ranchero sauce) for $14 were pretty good. My friend's Challah French Toast with strawberries and blueberries were okay. Good flavor but pretty soggy. The place was okay. There is lots of seating, so the wait here is little to none compared to places around it in SoHo. Even though it's standard price for a classic American restaurant, I still think it's overpriced. Especially since the complimentary bread basket only had 1 piece of bread in it.

Eroika T.

It's a great idea and I keep going back to try to like them, but the food keeps disappointing. I ordered the Macro Plate (brown rice, beans, veggies, seaweed) twice now and couldn't even finish it; I think the rice was Uncle Ben's, or just old (very hard and dry). There are much better places to go in the area. It's too bad, because we need more natural food places! The carrot bread is the only good thing on the menu.

Alicia G.

I can't believe I've never reviewed this place! This is my go to because...they serve catfish!!! If you know me, you know it's my absolute favorite fish and the way they prepare it makes is sooooo good to eat. I usually ask for bread before really getting down to ordering real food, because, well, the bread is really good. Hits for me are as follows: The ceasar salad with like 3 shrimp (they are huuge). If you order the whole salad you'll have enough for two days, it's that large. I love how tasty it is and the warmth of the shrimp is nice too. Calamari - I've usually gotten this delivered, but it's always fresh and delicious Veggie Burger with fries - this was my go to for years until they changed the recipe a little and it became a painful gas burger. Like, really. I always enjoyed chowing this down, but the sever gas pain that followed was not worth it. The handcut fries are phenomenal, along with their all natural ketchup. Corn encrusted catfish sandwich with fries - sometimes they have talapia (boo), but I still get it because it's that good. It's crispy on the outside, sweet and buttery on the inside. For fries review, please see above. I love getting delivery or sitting in this large dark restaurant, people watching. It's healthy without being overly healthy (i.e., without flavor).

Rachel C.

Great place to come for lunch or brunch on the weekends. Extensive menu that should be pleasing for about everyone. Some of my favorite dishes include the Breakfast Burrito with Vegan Apple Sausage, Organic Quinoa Salad, and the Scrambled Tofu.

Teresa H.

Eh. Food is just ok. Service leaves a lot to be desired. I ordered the omelet with broccoli, cheddar and tomatoes and a side of potatoes. I received the omelet with spinach, tomatoes and mushrooms and a side of toast... Huh? Waiters should pay more attention. Look alive, guys!

Rebecca W.

My friend took me here on a Monday evening and we had a very lovely dinner. We started with the antipasto platter; everything was quite tasty, but I liked the hummus and eggplant especially. I followed the advice of other reviewers before me and ordered the yellowfin tuna steak with bok choy and wasabi mashed potatoes. What an amazing combination of flavors! The fish was high-quality, too. As others have said, the free bread is pretty good. The lighting could be a little less dark, although it didn't really bother me. The couple sitting next to us were using their phones as flashlights to read the menu.

Phuong P.

Below averaged compared to other brunch spots in the area. The menu was all over the place with Korean wings and eggs hollandaise on it. Crab meat with eggs hollandaise had no flavor and crab meat was to soft. Couldn't even tell there was crab meat if you didn't know what you ordered. Catfish sandwich was decent but nothing special.

William M.

My go-to spot for simple, california-like fresh fare (reminds me of many menus you'd see in Santa Monica or West LA). I always go for the Mexican taco salad with chicken. Great healthy spin on a taco salad, and super filling (almost enough for two to share if you're not starving). Only issue with this place is that the cooks in the kitchen refuse to add chopped jalepeno to spice the dish up. I always have to ask for chopped jalepeno on the side and the bar tender literally has to BEG them to chop up a frickin' pepper (like it's too much hassle for them!). Luckily the bartender (I usually just pop in and eat at the bar) actually went to the kitchen herself to get me a chopped pepper! I'm giving this place 3 stars - would be 2 based on the kitchen's inflexibility to service customer requests - but would be a 4 thanks to the bartender actually caring about her customers.

Nam V.

I like the fact that they have outdoor seating. I've been here plenty of times and the food is average. Their brrakfast isn't amazing. They have good salads. Sandwiches are not great either. But if you want clean healthy food you can always come here while you are in SoHo

John L.

Like many large-ish restaurants in shopping districts, Spring Street Natural is nothing to write home about. I had dinner with a friend there one night and got a burger. It was all right, but certainly nothing particularly interesting. The atmosphere was fine, and the drinks were pretty good. No complaints, but no endorsements, either.

Bridget R.

I've been here a few times, however this was some time ago. I wanted to try it out again as I remember it being good. It was good, but nothing more. We ordered the vegetarian sandwich that came with flavorful vege crisps & also a chopped salad. Nothing spectacular. Service was fine. Water kept topped up well.

Dolce V.

This place is cool. I got the shrimp taco salad, it was good. Funny part the best thing was how sweet the tomato was. Shrimp was a tiny bit under cooked but somehow a little crispy on the outside which isn't bad. Everything else is good. Service is decent. The Riesling was yummy.

Sadie S.

Fresh, delicious and beautiful decor

Katie G.

Food was good - not amazing. It was fresh just not flavorful. I ordered the veggie stir fry with seafood and my friend ordered the hanger steak. A decent place in a pinch. Service was great!

Mely Y.

Latinos welcomed! Where you can come and be profiled.... Hard-bodied!! Yeah buddy! Welcome to an establishment where you too, can be faced with racism at its finest! Zaire, who claims to be an "associate" of the owner, decides to put her foot in her mouth when she decided to stop my Ecuadorian husband, short from using the restroom by BLOCKADING HIM in his way, in front of the middle of the bar, on the way to the restroom. "Restrooms are for customers only!!" How embarrassing to be profiled after being seated and clearly having lunch at a table. Everyone from the waitress to the bartender to even the manager, were all made well aware of the situation, yet this "Zaire" character decides to unapologetically breeze out the restaurant like nothing happened. Why does it even have to go this far? It's inexcusable. Wake up and smell the roses spring natural. Get your sh*t together. You definitely lost a loyal customer.

Linda W.

A great place to dine in groups or solo! As part of the new year, my resolution is to keep myself in shape. Aside from working out, this also means one cheat day a week. It's good to know that this place does their best when it comes to using natural and certified organic produce and ingredients. My sister wanted grab dinner here along with other sister and Hub. I had the crusted organic salmon in a yuzu-wasabi vinaigrette with chive-buttermilk mashed potatoes and sauteed broccolini. Not exactly healthy sides but it was my cheat day. :) And, I had their pomegranate-ginger fizz soda. My sister had the sesame crusted sashimi rare yellowfin tuna steak that looked yummy. Hub had the Cajun catfish that I highly recommend. Loved the flavors of all the Cajun spices and delicious sides. My other sister had their hanger steak- medium rare. Very good choice as well. You can't really go wrong with any pick. Everything from the fresh rolls/corn bread basket to the entrees was great. Honestly, their prices were very affordable compared to other dining options in Soho. I was expecting the tab to be more but it turned out to be way lower than norm. Great food at affordable prices- can't beat that for the area! Their dessert was ok. We shared the tiramisu and cappuccino. It's a modern version of the traditional dessert except it was made with a mousse frosting with dark chocolate chips for the top layer and sweet layers of mascarpone and lady fingers soaked in coffee. I prefer the traditional Italian tiramisu. The modern version was so sweet that I didn't even need to add any sugar to the cup of cappuccino. I would come back for sure to try other dishes. They also do lunch and dinner specials!

Ally K.

One of my neighborhood favorites! I love the vegetarian options here-- They're varied and still have a lot of flavor. The bread basket is delicious and their fresh-squeezed lemonades are the perfect cool-off on a hot summer day.

Sally-Ash S.

Food is good. Service is the worst! Oh Manuel learn some people, service and communication skills! Clearly they all wanted to go home early, discouraging us from ordering certain things on the menu (run out of things on the menu that take a while to cook). Really sketchy when trying to work out what we could order from the menu. When we asked what's good on the dessert menu he said "nothing" and vague places to go instead. Weird! I'm sure the manager would of been pissed off if she saw all the service (or lack thereof) he gave us. More training for Manuel! Food was great. Hence all the 2 stars were food based.

Cevat A.

I went to have brunch here with my gf. We were seated right away and the place was crowded. However, our waitress was not attentive at all, she came to pick up our order and when our order came, it was wrong. Then I asked her the extra sides of home fries and they were brought right away. She hasn't stopped by our table after that until we asked for the check. The service was really bad. The food is expensive and doesn't taste well. I ordered breakfast borrito which was not bad but french toast was not worth it's price. Then when she charged our cards, she charged 4 dollars more each of the card put of nowhere. Then we asked her to fix that issue as sell. She fixed it but she had no idea what was going on. Overall, food was okay, but pricey, service was bad.

Rosie C.

I came here for a business lunch, so I didn't have time to drool over the menu for quite as long as I hoped, but I was not at all disappointed with my Green Kale Salad. Prior to my visit, I was on the fence about kale--I had had one kale salad elsewhere that I loved and a second that was chewy and gross--and I'm happy to say that Spring Natural's kale salad put me firmly in kale's cheering section! The blend of ingredients was delicious and the portion was large. Oh, and the bread that was served for the table was totally yummy. Make sure you ask if they don't bring it automatically! I must say, though, that I enjoyed the brunch I had at the UWS location much better than the food/vibe at this location.

Patrice N.

Great for tourists. Not so much for people who live close by. Food is always meh. Service is ok. Fun to sit outside and people watch...but considering how many other restaurants are within a three block radius of his place, why would you settle for this spot? If you're looking for good food, go elsewhere.

Betty Ming L.

I've always loved this inviting restaurant at the corner of Spring and Lafayette, which has been around since 1973. It's roomy and cozy, with a slightly upscale hippie feel. Plus it opens for breakfast at 9 a.m. and serves food until 11:30 p.m. on typical week nights. The food has always been practically an afterthought. Brunch is usually a winner. Sometimes, for lunch and/or dinner, it's really good. Sometimes, it's just okay. But the fact that I can pop in whenever I want is what keeps me coming back. The other night, we stopped in for a lovely glass of Malbec ($8) and Pinot Grigio ($8). For old times' sake, I ordered the $17 Tuna Salad, which was...okay. All the ingredients were fresh. But too many tomatoes and sliced peppers. Not enough other interesting things going on. Still, it was fine! The room was room-y and my friend and I had a quiet, lovely time catching up.

Anthony L.

Quick healthy salad for lunch while hanging in the city. I had a chopped salad with grilled chicken that was delicious and perfect because I wanted something lite. Well, the bottle of wine we split didn't help the healthy part.. Great spot if you want vegan or gluten free.

Mitchell M.

Great menu full of healthy options that still pack a lot of flavor. From gluten free to vegan, this place has something for everyone including a great steak sandwich. I think their selection of fish entrees are outstanding, and the cajun catfish is my favorite. Accompanied by vibrant, fresh veggies, the catfish is cooked perfectly & brings some heat. They also have great desserts. I can't vouch for how healthy they are, but they do offer both vegan & gluten free options for this course as well. They have a full bar, and a reasonably priced wine list. Love the Lietz Out Riesling which at $10 a glass is a bargain by the bottle...only $34. The service is decent, and aside from the vibrations of the subway rumbling directly underneath, it is an intimate setting.

High Standard S.

The ease of getting a table correlates with the mediocrity of the bland food. No one is rushing to come here and fill the place up. I stopped going here after years of patronage. Toward the end of my dining here, I would only eat here if it was late at night, I was with vegetarians, I was in the neighborhood and the weather was too bad to walk elsewhere to a better restaurant. The decline in quality of the food is unfortunate, since its in a good location and spacious.

Ashish D.

We went to have brunch, word of caution they don't do eggs very well, both the omelets on the table were very ordinary. The tofu scramble and the veggie tagine were certainly better. They also have fresh pressed juice which was really tasty. Overall an OK place.

Ryna D.

We ended up here for a Saturday brunch after time constraints didn't allow us the luxury to wait even a half hour for a brunch table. I had eggs Benedict with chicken sausage. Decent, though not the most interesting. And judging by the crowds it seems like a solid spot for brunch in the area.

Doron Z.

Order salad that was chickpea in it who was not cooked I almost breakes my tooth never get back there again it's like eaten rock that you not expecting

Alvaro G.

I was having a brunch here one Sunday, the location is really convenient if you are around NoHo area. We decided to came here because we saw an average of 4 stars in yelp. The place is really big and there are usually tables available. I had a burger and my wife an omelette and in my opinion the food wasn't great and the drinks were really expensive. I think that place it is a little overrated. It is really far from 4 stars.

Kelly C.

Good brunch, good lunch. Omelets you can count on. Cozy, friendly place. It's loud in a nice way. There's a casual bar if you have to wait for a table. Not very organized service. Great location. Really close to the subway. Has those key vegetarian options for a non meat eater's brunch.

Keri C.

Really solid selection of brunch and lunch items - salads, sandwiches, and really strong breakfast fare. I've eaten in - spacious restaurant that feels weirdly like an upscale, sprawling diner with a bit more class - and also gotten delivery. Never disappointed.

Ali M.

IN SHORT: Fresh, earthy food that's always full of vegetables and packed with taste. The space is large and comfortable, guaranteeing that there will never be a wait for a table at any time of day. THE STORY: I've been to Spring Street Natural more times than I can actually count at this point, but there's just something about the food that keeps me coming back. It's an ideal spot for breakfast, brunch, or lunch, close to great shopping, and I've never had to wait for a table, particularly because the space is so big and inviting, and the service is so quick. The complementary bread basket is always warm and fluffy, and the tomato sweet potato bread is just subtly sweet and absolutely superb. All of the food is incredibly fresh, but for brunch the Mayan Eggs (with three eggs on a yellow corn tortilla with black beans, spanish rice, Monterey Jack, guacamole, onions, and ranchero sauce) is not to be missed. Spring Street Natural also offers a selection of fresh squeezed juices that change weekly, but a personal favorite is the Cucumber-Mint Limeade, sweetened with pure raw agave syrup. For lunch the House-Made Almond-Veggie-Cheddar Burger on a toasted sesame bun with dijon mayonnaise is a rich and hearty option I haven't found anywhere else. Having grown up in California, this food takes me back to my native cuisine in the best way possible.

Kathy Y.

I see Spring Street as the inferior little sibling to Jack's Wife Freda next door, or like the "surrogate" boyfriend when your crush Jack's Wife Freda is too busy for you. A decent fallback option as long as you keep modest expectations. Brunch menu was meh, the food even less memorable. My scrambled eggs dish wasn't terrible but was very meager and left much to be desired..both for my foodie mentality and my growling stomach.

Nicolle B.

My sister and I were in the neighborhood and after a few hours of shopping we became hungry. After looking at the menu we decided to give the place a try. We were both charmed by the restaurant from the outside. It a pretty looking café with chairs outside. Upon walking inside you are greeted by a spacious layout and lots of natural light. It was the perfect atmosphere for a sister lunch. The menu is expansive and everything sounded really good. My sister and I choice two entrees and deceided to split them. We ordered the grilled vegetable sandwich and the orechiette with sausage which was actually an appetizer. The grilled vegetable sandwich was filled with a decent amount of grilled vegetables and the portion was sizeable. The pasta was a decent size also especially for being an appetizer portion. The pasta had an interesting taste to it which my sister and I were not big fans of. We later discovered this taste was saffron. Overall, our meals were decent and definitely satisfied us. I would be curious to come back and try other options on the menu because they seemed to have many delicious and healthy entrees.

Heather P.

I ordered the grilled chicken sandwich with fries and wasn't impressed with the bread at all. The fries were good, not great. The chicken was flavorful, juicy and tender. I did like their ketchup. It tastes homemade, not like Heinz, which was a nice change. The service was also very good. I may have to give this restaurant another chance before I decide if I like it or not.

Wajma N.

Came here yesterday to meet my friend while visiting the city. It was packed for brunch! I ordered a salad and it was delicious! My friend got a burger and fries and she gave me a bite it tasted so fresh and juicy. The ketchup tasted so fresh not like normal ketchup full of sugar. The food came out super quick! Def wanna come back

Samuel M.

The most interesting thing about this place is that it is organic. Nothing special, i had a chicken burger, it was dry, and not very tasty, i had to fill it with ketchup each bite. The red wine wasn't the best. The location watching everybody from Soho walk is astonishing.

tlo k.

Went to New York yesterday in hopes to get a table at Balthasar's in Soho. Instead we went next-door to this restaurant and let me tell you it was really wonderful. The food was fresh, creative and very flavorful. The only complaint that we had was that the place seem to be missing something...no music was playing at all and we thought it would be a nice addition to hear to cancel out the noise of everything else happening..otherwise amazing job by everyone!

Tiffany Ming H.

On this rainy afternoon, I went shopping with my good friend and right next to the subway station of Spring Street we found this amazing, cozy place for a healthy dinner. We sat at the window seats and the raining view under night lights were simply incredible. My friend ordered vegetable cassoulet and and Sancerre sp white wine. Wine was refreshing, aromatic, and citrus. Cassoulet was well cooked and very tasty with crispy topping. I ordered a tuna steak and a hot apple cider. The tuna steak was served with wasabi mashed potato, and fresh vegetables. We also had Korean chicken wings as starter, which is really delicious. Food and atmosphere were nice and waiters came to add water from time to time. Would recommend to anyone craving for healthy food in Soho!

Gloria H.

Passed by many times and often wondered about the place - always seem busy. Finally made it in this visit and we were pleasantly surprised. We had: draft special - $7 iced tea - $3 - forgot the special flavor kimchi lamb burger - $16, very juicy and tasty scrambled special w/ sausage - $9 - very good, opted for salad instead of fries, lightly dressed, very refreshing looks forward to returning.

Fallon G.

GREAT PLACE! It's a fun, opened atmosphere. The food is Always fantastic. The drinks are flavorful & tasty! My favorite dish that I always order from the restaurant is the quinoa salad. Love love love this place!

Horashio S.

Went for lunch today with a friend during the week. Was seated easily, however, there was a lady seated behind me continously bumping my chair, but was able to adjust our table and made it work. Needed something light so I went the appetizer route and got the crab cakes.and my friend got the jumbo shrimp both with fries (large portion). Now the food was delicious, however, the shrimp and the crab cakes could have been larger because that sure was not JUMBO shrimp and the crab cakes were about the size of three year old niece's fist!!! Try to get there before 1pm as well because it started getting real crowded after one 1pm. A lil pricey but I guess you pay for quality!!!

C B.

Food was just ok. Expected better from the reviews I read. My husband ordered the chicken with crispy skin. Nothing special as compared to other places with the same. My chicken with sautéed veggies over brown rice was really not great. The chicken was very dry as if it had been precooked earlier in the day and added to the sautéed veggies . Flavors in general were not worth coming back for seconds. Maybe brunch is their thing. Dinner is not.

Yifen J.

3.5, rounding up. Solid spot for meat eaters and vegetarians. They have a great salad selection. Btw- the salads are HUGE. I can eat a ton, but still took half of it home. I got the South Western Grilled Chicken salad. Huge portion, you have the option of tofu instead of chicken. Everything was great, and they're generous with the almonds and cheese. If I come back next time though, I'd get the dressing on the side because I feel like they over dressed. My group ordered the Seafood Risotto appetizer. It was also delicious, and not overcooked, but when the tab came, we realized they automatically gave us the entree portion (we were a party of 5) and charged us accordingly. Would've been nice if they asked. Service is pretty decent- quick about water refills.

Johnnie C.

Atmosphere was nothing to be desired, your typical brunch diner with wooden decor. I ordered the cod fish sandwich. When the orders came, and after I bit into my food, I realized it was half raw still. Hopefully I don't become ill later this afternoon. Although the wait staff was pretty attentive, and immediately swapped my undercooked dish for a freshly cooked one, they made no attempt to apologize. I actually wanted to switch to a different dish but the waiter was gone and back within a minute of taking the raw plate. My guess is that he just took someone else's order to hand to me.

Nathan L.

This is a really good brunch spot that serves up quality food and good cocktails. Actually, I have only tried the Bloody Mary so I really can't speak to anything else but that was good so I have no complaints. The roasted beat salad was delicious, healthy and looked just as good as it tasted. There are a lot of great spots in Soho but I have never had to wait to eat here and there is usually a spot at the bar (my favorite spot in any restaurant).

Tiffany C.

This restaurant is fairly spacious with outdoor seating (my favorite). The food portions here are HUGE. I had the yellowfin tuna salad which was excellent. The seared tuna was super tasty. The complimentary bread is pretty great. I really enjoyed the pumpkin bread. It was a little overpriced.

David P.

Great ambiance. Great summer menu. Excellent salads. Somewhat overpriced. Hard to find anything bad on the menu.

Cathey K.

Awesome service? check Good food? check Sizeable portions? check Convenient location? check Yes, food can taste good AND be good for you. I know, it is hard for some to believe but this place proves that. The food is consistently good, tasty, and filling with generous portions. Yes, some items on the menu are a little bit pricey but given the location and freshness/quality and portion size, that can be forgiven--just something to note. The thing keeping it from 5 stars is that while the food is pretty consistently good, it is nothing amazing / to write home about. Great place to go if you're shopping in Soho, in the neighborhood, etc. when it is convenient but not a destination you would go out of your way to frequent.

Talia H.

Meh. They gave us a hard time about having a group. The food was ok, the drinks were alright... nothing outrageously good. Nothing awful either. Just fine. The menu looked impressive online but when push came to shove, the food wasn't that impressive.

Ryan M.

Just had an AMAZING delivery experience. My steak got here in 20 min and tasted phenomenal! The crab cakes were on point too! I've ordered here several times and it's always good but tonight they stepped it up! Thank you Spring Street Natural!

Lianne W.

Been here twice and both times my meals were a-okay. I expected a lot since the restaurant was hyped up with a recent article I read online but I was a little disappointed. Maybe the food wasn't to my liking since I ordered Pumpkin filled ravioli and some sort of other pasta dish that I don't recall. But it was average in my opinion. Dessert was upsetting too, the carrot cake was way too sweet. Waiters were a little rude and gave the check right after our dessert was served. Definitely won;t be coming here again.

Justin F.

Great food, great atmosphere....everything I have tried has been good and everything seems homemade.

Rachel K.

Was always one of my NYC favorites. There was a certain grilled chicken salad that was my standard order there (I think it was called Organic Grilled Chicken Salad) but it's been several years and I don't think I see it on their menu anymore. Always loved their homemade (tomato basil?) bread and fresh foods. Within the few years I lived there, the quality seemed to go a bit downhill but I'm still craving it...

Gabriela G.

Late Lunch with a NYC girl friend. We got a great table by the window, amazing for hours of people-watching! Ambiance was fast-paced, not too shabby but still a somewhat elevated fast-food restaurant feel comparable to The Olive Garden, Applebees, a sidewalk French Cafe, and the likes. A little nicer than Panera's but not so nice that they should be charging elegant classy restaurant prices for their fast paced fare. For an appetizer we ordered the crab cakes, with a side of apple slaw. it was warm but not too crunchy which i liked, it tasted fresh and the cakes lay on a delicious, spicy and creamy chipotle sauce. It really was quite good. Bread and butter that came while we waited for the food was quite good. For a main we each ordered a salad. My friend ordered the tuna salad (a lot like a Nicoise salad-with green beans, boiled egg and all!). it came with Fresh grilled tuna chopped into parts, on top of a bed of hearty dark greens. It looked good, though a bit oily swimming in dressing. I didn't taste it but she claimed to have really enjoyed it! I ordered the salmon salad and it was amazing! I will likely order this when i eat here again! It was really delicious! I asked for my dressing on the side so i was able to mix it in, to taste. Salads are large enough/hearty enough to get two whole meals from them if you order 1/2 of it to go. Service was ok. It wasn't $70 check stellar, but it was ok. Bathrooms weren't so clean, but also ok.They weren't $70 check clean, but they were clean. Beware, there are no refills on the soda and you get a whole lot of ice and very little pop, so sip slowly so that it lasts. This is not the place where i would organize a meal, or make plans to meet here, with all the great restaurants in NYC, it wouldn't be worth it! but it is the kind of restaurant that you stumble upon after hours of shopping, or strolling through the village and stop to refuel.

Beller C.

I love this place. The ambiance is cool and earthy following the organic/vegan theme. I don't ever have an issue getting a table and receiving good service. Awesome for lunch and dinner. Check it out!

Nicole S.

A great restaurant if you're a vegetarian or vegan as they have a LOT more options than most restaurants. I ordered the veggie burger and really enjoyed it-- it's house made which is nice since most restaurants just use already made patties. It came with really great sweet potato fries. My 2 friends ordered salads and liked them! The ambience is a little weird and not very new/modern and not like a stereotypical NY Soho restaurant. The service could be better! Overall, pretty good standard food but nothing groundbreaking.

Ja A.

My to go to restaurant. This is one restaurant in NYC that I can truly count on no matter what time it is, I am usually seated upon arrival and just love the atmosphere. Unlike many restaurants in the city the waiters let you have your time they are not in a rush to get you out of there ex: (one time a friend and me eneded up talking for 3 hours) and the waiter never bothered us to hurry up and go) .. man I love this place. Bread basket and QUINOA salad get me very time. It is addicting!!

Stacey C.

I was in NY with someone who was on a special diet, which basically limited her to eating brown rice and steamed veggies. Luckily, my other friend wandered around the neighborhood and found this place. It was perfect for the diet and something I never expected to find. We walked in and were seated immediately for dinner. It's extremely dark in there to the point where I could not see my menu or my meal. I guess it's a perfect place for either a romantic dinner with an environmentally friendly person/vegetarian or an ugly date. I was quite pleased with the selection on the menu. Very healthy but there were meat options. I chose the sesame crusted yellowfin tuna steak with wasabi mashed potatoes, baby bok choy and crispy leeks. I was pleasantly surprised at how good this combination was. The tuna was cooked perfectly and the bok choy and leeks were so good in the sauce. Not to mention the ingredients were all fresh. The others ordered stir fried organic vegetables with tofu and steamed organic vegetables with brown rice. Both dishes were just what they wanted and we all left very satisfied. The portions are actually really generous and the price is just right. Oh I almost forgot to mention the bread - the best part! If you go there, you MUST try the tomato rosemary bread. It's delish!

Alice T.

A trendy place that's on the corner of Spring and Lafayette. I went there for Sunday brunch with my boyfriend because we were going to make a trip to Doughnut Plant. We didn't have to wait that long to be seated. I love the atmosphere where we were seated. We sat close to the windows and the area was bright. BF ordered the eggs benedict and I ordered the smoked salmon sandwich. I didn't try the eggs benedict but it looked pretty good. The salmon sandwich on fococcia was really good and it came with sweet potato chips. For my brunch drink I had a fresh squeezed cucumber limeade with mint. It was the best thing there. Definitely a refreshing drink.

Tap C.

Food was 4 stars service was 1. Our waitress was so damn annoying with her suggestions. I get it, I waited tables for yrs. But there comes a time when you just save it for a table who cares. I won't rush back for fear of getting the same server (lanky blonde hair girl aproximatly 15lbs overweight with glasses). Ps don't order the shrimp bisque, it tastes like a can of tomatoe soup.

Boogie N.

Tomato Bread...mmmmmm. Fresh, natural, creative dishes that cater to omnivore and herbivore alike...mmmmm. Outdoor summer seating, relaxed, indoor mellow vibe...mmmm. Continuing to return to Spring Street for all kinds of tasty, fun, healthy eats...mmmmmm ;-)

Hit U.

Tried the rice and vegetables platter with tofu and kale. The kale, brown rice, and black beans were good, but the arame seaweed was a bit too fishy for me. My friend had the avocado tofu salad with a slightly sour teriyaki sauce - her dish was a bit more flavorful than mine. Atmosphere is really nice in the evening. 3 stars for overpriced simple foods.

Sarah G.

Not sure if I would actually classify the food as healthy... but it's healthier than most... Let's leave it at that. Came for a late lunch on Saturday with a girlfriend. We were seated right away. The restaurant is much bigger than it looks with lots of nice outdoor tables. Great for people watching in busy Nolita. The bread basket was not a standout for me. My friend remarked that it was not up to its usual snuff. The menu was large and had something for everyone. I settled on the southwest chicken salad even though the chicken burger was calling my name. It was an extremely generous portion with a huge breast of perfectly grilled chicken. I liked how the chicken was plain - the smoky, grill flavor really stood out. The salad was full of lots of yummy and fresh veggies. The gorgonzola was an interesting twist. We also split a half bottle of wine. I will always have a soft spot in my heart for a restaurant that offers a half bottle of wine. It was the perfect complement to a late afternoon lunch. For such a large restaurant, the bathrooms were small, smelly, hot, and utterly lacking. Clean it up, Spring Street Natural! However, this won't prevent me from returning.

Michelle B.

I came here with a friend after scouring the neighborhood over looking for a place to eat. We sat inside because it looked like it might rain. FYI there is outside seating which looks quite pleasant for people watching. The inside is very large. It kind of reminded me of a chain restaurant. I ordered a Coconut Pineapple Mojito with the waiters recommendation. It was tasty in a kiddy cocktail way. The Spring Rolls were awesome and so was the sauce that accompanied them. For a entree I ordered the Yellow fin Tuna Steak with was laid upon horseradish mashed potatoes and swiss chard. It wasn't the best Tuna Steak I have ever had but it was still really good. Overall not a bad place but for the neighborhood a little less charming.

Paige K.

Go during the afternoon, when the food is fresh. Otherwise the pumpkin ravioli will make you vomit. HOWEVER, despite having oversized Norwegian women stare in my face during my entire meal (this place attracts a lot of Europeans?), the first time I'd gone, I fell in love with the place. The ambience is just right, the seasonal menus are always delicious and diverse, aand there is no way you can finish the chicken burgers (unless you enjoy being obese/being full to the point of inducing vomiting). The pumpkin ravioli (as well as the lobster ravioli), the mushroom/silver dollar appetizers, as well as the tuscan white pizza starters were divine. The place is packed yet the service is fast and friendly. I've never had a dessert here, simply because I've always been too full to order one :-/

S W.

I always make a point of grabbing the yellowfin salad here when I can't take one more 1200 calories-at-a-sitting indulgence - it's been here since the beginning of time itself, and the menu has no surprises or revelations on it, but compared to things like the tomato (is that still open?) this is not a bad place to be. Getting this kind of "healthy yet fed" in someplace other than my own kitchen never sucks.

Braney M.

Absolutely amazing ! The food, service and atmosphere was top notch! I had the tuna sandwich. The tuna was grilled to perfection.

Ro N.

Ordered a couple of things from here before but never actually sat down and ate here until recently. A and I were shopping around and needed a middle ground to eat so the best location wise would be here. I have always been mesmerized by their outdoor lighting - its so pretty during the night. A and I sat outside in the busy streets of Soho, so we didn't get the chance to peek inside. Looked over the drink menu and glad to know this place has loads of choices of fruity concoctions - A got the plain margarita while I opted for the Mango/Passionfruit Margarita but only to be told by the waiter, it's one or the other not both. Boo. So Passionfruit Margarita it is for me - it was good, but wish it had more of the Passionfruit goodness. A ordered the Crab Fritters - I thought this was a bit fishy in taste and smell. I ordered the Peekytoe Risotto - they overcooked the risotto but it was still good...though more crab meat would have been better. It's not life changing, but still a good place to go if you're around the area.

Johnny A.

Lots of vegetarian options, I'm game and you know it!!! I went here with my friend Rhonda who was visiting from out of town and she brought her two friends with her. We were seated in a nice wooden booth and shared a bottle of red wine. The meal was fine. I got the stir-fry vegetables with tofu. I should have gotten something else-- because it was a little bland and definitely included way more leafy greens than veggies. The best part about this meal, besides the amazing cheesecake and pumpkin flan at the end, was our waiter! His name is Theys (Tice). This man would be described as "strapping" for sure. After he introduced himself with his cheesy grin and friendly blue eyes and walked away, my friend and I agreed that our waiter was in fact... actually... a Disney prince-- most specifically, Eric from the little mermaid, only with blond hair. He had this smooth, suave tone of voice... sometimes a little like a radio broadcaster, wide muscular build, a stance as if he was standing on a rock and proclaiming it "property of England!" I swear, this dude was right out of a fairy-tale... and our whole table was getting a kick out of it. He was super sweet, picking up our coffee and teas at the end of the meal, though. If there is a reason to go back besides wanting to try something else on the menu, it's to have the chance to get this character as our server again.

C J.

I love Spring Street Natural--the food is fresh, healthy and most of all, delicious. Moreover, there is something for everyone. There are vegetarian, gluten free & vegan options (which are conveniently marked on the menu). Lastly, it is priced very fairly and they have a great wine selection.

Clifford A.

Sat at the bar on a busy Saturday after walking down to the WTC site from W97th then over to Spring St in search of food and refreshment. Sat right down at the bar, had a very friendly bartender (barmaid with beautiful long reddish hair ) and must say attractive person who although the place was pretty slammed....right away poured me some ice water and then served up a frosty Stella Artois on tap. I ordered their version of Salad Nicoise and was delighted with my lunch. Great people watching and strong 4G reception so I could check out the tornadic action at Breezy Point. Very reasonable cost for a NYC lunch.

Emily R.

A cool spot in an even cooler location. A friend dragged me downtown in an extremely hungover state, hesitant to move, but I'm glad I made the trip. Atmosphere is lively, good variety of menu options for brunch or lunch. For example, my friend ordered white truffle pizza (didn't look that great, but regardless) while I had a chicken burger, and a third friend had eggs benedict. I saw an amazing looking mexican-style brunch dish walking by I wish I'd ordered instead. Additionally, the meals are served with tons of french fries and several dip options - the barbeque sauce isn't too smoky, which I appreciated, and the chipotle dip has a good spice. Additionally, the bloody mary was festively garnished and tasted fresh. This would be a great place to finish an early afternoon of shopping in SoHo or to bring picky friends.

Erika S.

Food is always amazing, wait staff is friendly/fast and the atmosphere is great for peope watching and enjoying jazz music on Thursdays. Definitely a staple!

Allison H.

I once ordered brunch from here once a weekend for three months. I think i've tasted all of their "special omlettes". They suck about substitutions, but their granola and hummus are delicious. Delivery is really prompt and they don't mess up the order. One of the better delivery options in the hood.

Mia L.

05.31.08: Who knows when I'm actually gonna come here again, but when I do this will be my first healthy lunch/brunch spot. I actually had no idea what the restaurant is all about until after I ate. I wanted eggs and well the only scramble eggs dish they had that looked good to me was eggs with Salmon. I have a thing for egg whites. I don't know if its the sexy white layer or its healthy ways. OooOO la la. Come to me. Not expecting much I got a mouthful! It was perfect. The salmon was cooked just right and the eggs were so beautiful I almost cried. O and I didn't mention my orange juice. Goodness, freshly squeeze with a lil pulp that squishes between my teeth. Refreshing! The only strange thing was their ketchup. It was sweet. I don't know how they make it but it was not my thing so minus one star for messing up an essential when it comes to eating my eggs/fries. Other than that it was Awesome. It is a place that is packed like crazy so expect a wait unless your lucky like me. !

Ricki H.

It's a decent restaurant. I go there quite often. But it's not a place that I would recommend my friends and say "u have to try it!" Anything is decent, just don't order anything Chinese-ey there. Awful!

Dave M.

Heard this place is supposed to be pretty healthy but I usually feel kind of overfull after eating a whole meal here. So I guess you can say they give you a pretty full platter of food then. I guess the best thing to remember about eating this stuff would be self control. They all have healthy twists but just.. there's so much delectable food that it's hard to stop eating. Go for turkey quesadillas

Alison C.

I usually try to eat healthy, so when I walked past Spring Street Natural, the name drew me right over. On both of my trips, once for a weeknight dinner and once for a Sunday brunch, I was faced with long lines of other health fanatics. However, on my recent Sunday afternon visit, I found the food did not quite live up to its prior tastiness. When my friends and I finally received our table, we were greeted with watered down coffee and some dry bread. We decided to split a calamari appetizer, which we all found perfectly crisp and accompanied by savory dipping sauces. I then proceeded onto my entree salad, the Southwestern Grilled Organic Chicken Salad, a mix of organic baby greens covered with all of my favorites --sun dried cranberries, roasted corn, almonds and crumbled Gorgonzola -- tossed with an orange-mirin vinaigrette. I found the salad dressing extremely bland, but since I love the toppings I was pleased with the salad. However, my friends all disliked their meals - the Veggie Burger, Poached Organic Salmon Salad, and another sandwich I do not recall. The Almond-Veggie-Cheddar burger was supposedly mushy and flavorless. The Salmon Salad also lacked substance. Based on my decent salad, I would return to Spring Street Natural, however I doubt I could find anyone to join me.

Joan H.

A 3.5-er. Had lunch here and enjoyed myself. The tables are a bit cramped, but the food is good and you will feel happy with all the natural light coming in from the big windows. The prices are ok also. There's live jazz on some night of the week that I can't remember. Overall a nice place to take a break from a great shopping area, but also nothing to come running for.

Ali R.

This place is great. I've never ordered any of the basic items like veggies and rice, or any of the tofu/seitan items (always want to but then realize I could just make those at home), but all of the other items I've had were wonderful. I always make sure to order the juice of the day as a vodka martini - they fresh squeeze various juices such as pineapple melon. $12 but worth it. I've really enjoyed the steak and the ahi tuni. Also had the fried skate sandwich for lunch which was great. I always recommend this place to people looking for somewhere enjoyable to eat in the city.

Rachel G.

Spring Street Natural is my go-to place to eat in Soho. It's huge, so I've never had to wait for a table. The menu is varied and the prices are reasonable, especially for the neighborhood. The meat is all organic and/or free-range. I really like the salads and sandwiches, but the other food is just okay. I tried the pumpkin ravioli last night and it was decent, but not as good as the other stuff I've had there. Also, the fresh-squeezed lemonade is awesome, and they bring delicious bread to snack on before your meal arrives. The service is generally curt, but the food comes quickly once you've ordered. Also, there's free kukicha tea in the back, but you have to go up and get it. A great way to end your meal.

Thomas A.

a truly enjoyable Sunday brunch experience- great space with lots of natural lighting and we were seated right away! We got a corner seat next to the windows which was nice- almost like sitting outdoors, minus the blistering cold (the warmer and gentler winter version). The service was superb and I felt that the waitress was attentive, energetic and helpful the whole time. Although the brunch specials were quite tempting, I opted for a grilled vegetable sandwich and I was pretty glad that I made that choice. The fresh vegetables were nicely coated in olive oil and roasted to perfection. I love restaurants that have a seasonal menu and try to perfect meals around produce that is in season. I also came back and tried the Mayan eggs. Can't say it is the most visually appealing meal (a little watery looking) but it was ABSOLUTELY delicious! The three sunny side eggs ooze of creamy, how shall I say, yumminess that nicely coats the black beans, guacamole and salsa. Make sure to use the fork to scoop every bit of goodness with the tortilla as the base. Quench your thirst with a refreshing cucumber limeade! Why do I like this place? Good food, good service, good space and I don't have to wait 2 hours to have brunch like most decent places in downtown, NY. Truly unpretentious and a menu that highlights mother nature's wonderful offerings!

Jane P.

I echo Christine B.'s review below. The Asian Salad - don't get it. The Sashimi Tuna thing - get it.

Audrey P.

This restaurant has so much to offer to both meat and vegetarian lovers. There are many healthy, natural and organic dishes that are pretty creative. Went there for Sat lunch when it seemed to be at its busiest, overloaded with crowds. Instantly, I thought it would take forever to get our food, and the service would be slow. Reversing my expectation, our waitress was very sweet, worked quickly enough and our food didn't take more than 20 minutes to come out. Our party had the grilled vegetable sandwich, and the tuna salad. Everything was delicious. The fresh-made bread was so soft, and all the greens, and vegetables served, were very very fresh. Prices are maybe a bit on the higher side, but with good portion and quality food, I say it's worth it. Next time I'm in the neighborhood, I'd most definitely stop by to this one again. No doubt. :)

Lyndsey B.

This place has a great menu that features many healthy, organic ingredients, with both vegan/vegetarian and non vegetarian options. Either way, everything always tastes so fresh and delicious. I love their salads here. Perfect place to come on a nice day, sit outside, and eat good food. If you're not a vegetarian, don't be intimidated...this place has something for everyone! And healthy doesn't have to mean tasteless; everything I've tried has been great! What I Ate: South Western Grilled Organic Chicken Salad

David K.

Meal: Brunch Date: 8/19/12 Time: 2:00 pm Party: 4 Special considerations: One diner is gluten free, one diner is allergic to yeast, one diner is a vegetarian with a sensitive stomach. Pros: - The food was good and made for a satisfying brunch. - Good selection of dishes and specials. - The restaurant is comfortable with properly spaced tables and booths. - The bar service is good, too, with a strong selection of cocktails, including specials for brunch. - The menu indicates which items are gluten free and which are suitable for vegetarians. - We got a table very easily by just walking in off the street. Cons: - The food came out much too fast, and we felt rushed. We were getting some side eye from the staff as we sat there and chatted. We weren't going anywhere; it's not like anyone was waiting for the table. - Although there is outdoor seating, there was an awful smell of rotting garbage which would have made eating outside fatally unappetizing. - There is a "GRADE PENDING" sign from the Health Department because their latest inspection found filth flies and food items not being kept at the proper temperature... you know, if that kind of thing matters to you. - A little expensive for what we got and for the area. Would return? MAYBE. Would recommend? MAYBE.

Elina T.

This is definitely one of my favorite restaurants in the city. The restaurant is spacious and pleasant to be in, with some beautiful indoor plants, and lovely outdoor seating. The service is great. The food is always very good. And you can feel good about it since it's made from organic and whole foods, and the prices are very reasonable. Also located right next to the subway stop at Spring Street, which makes getting there so convenient. I love this place :)

Molly W.

One of the few (maybe the only?) solid places in SoHo where you can always get a seat. Spring Street Natural is so gigantic that it seems impossible to ever have to wait for a table. Thankfully I have never had to, and that's what makes my review 4 stars instead of 3. As previous reviewers pointed out, the bread basket is awesome but for some reason it hasn't always been offered to me. The menu has an insane number of options which makes me feel comfortable and confident bringing anyone here knowing that there's something they could find to eat. Everything is very fresh and simply executed. I also appreciate the gluten-free dessert options which in my opinion are delicious, but then again I'll eat anything chocolate related and probably enjoy it. Also, guys desperate to meet women should totally check out this restaurant because it seems like 80% of diners here are female.

Sarah K.

All organic and yummy options!?! Yummy! I started with the spring rolls which were good, very nice for sharing. My wine was ehh, definitely over priced for what it was. I got the home made almond veggie cheddar burger. It was good, nothing special though. it was very soft and mushy like which I don't like my veggie burgers to be that kind of texture, I'd rather them be solid like a burger off the grill. But it did taste good. The fries were ok. There were many other options that I would like to come back for. The roasted beets with goat cheese, a tempeh black bean chili, scrambled tofu....those are just a few. This places has great vegetarian and vegan and gluten free options and the menu is clearly labeled. Btw, delicious complementary corn bread.

Vincent S.

I normally do not eat seafood but while at Spring Street Natural with my mother, I decided to give it a try. Their menu is expansive and caters to vegetarians, healthy eaters, and omnivores such as myself. We decided to order the Seafood Risotto, the Mediterranean Vegetable Antipasto, and the Calamari. The Seafood Risotto was amazing. It had huge pieces of shrimp, scallops, mussels, and more. All of this for only $10! The Antipasto was a combination of roasted beets, hummus, marinated olives, pepperoncini, Sicilian eggplant caponata, toasted pita. We have never had pepperoncini and were surprised at how sweet it was. The calamari stood out because it's a dish that my mother had had numerous times before, but she thought this was the best. It had huge pieces of lightly fried squid that had a golden crunch to them. Service was great, the food was terrific, and the price was right. Overall, we had a great experience and I think I might finally enjoy seafood :)

Christina T.

Well,I have a word for this place - HORRIBLE!!! Went there for lunch.Service is fine but not very caring. Food is just absolutely unacceptable! Not fresh,not tasty,not ANY special. If you appreciate what is in your plate NEVER go there! Nearly everything what we had was TERRIBLE! The only 1 star I gave it for location probably! Dont spoil your day - dont dine!

Rachel B.

My long standing go-to for bfast, lunch or dinner. The menu, which is diverse enough to appease your dining companions whether she is a fanatical vegan or lives by The Atkins Diet, is always fresh with generous portions and a variety of daily specials. The only downside is the service which can hit or miss and often a bit slow.

Sydney B.

It was lunch on a Monday while I was at a conference nearby, so I trekked over, excited to try some natural deliciousness. It didn't quite turn out as I had hoped and it cost too much for what I got. My Asian Ginger-Lime Stir-Fry ($14) took a long time to get to me (I think they delivered it to someone else by accident and didn't admit it, and then whipped up a new one). It wasn't very flavorful, didn't have as many veggies as I expected, and the sauce felt a little too gooey. I was pressed for time, so I just ate it. Paying up, I was supposed to get a 20% discount from the conference. The server rung it up with the discount and handed me the bill, which was actually $2 more than the normal price. Yikes! Glad I read it carefully. It took a long time to get the bill fixed, but finally it was. The place was busy even on a Monday, but not worth it. I went for brunch a couple of years ago and had a much better experience (3.5 stars or so).

Chita B.

Based on my experience, it wasn't that impressive. I was catching up with an old high school friend, and we ended up going in for post-dinner drinks on a Friday night as we were walking by. Not the best choice, but we wanted somewhere low-key where we could talk. It was a little too low-key. The place had cleaned out by midnight, and the cocktail menu was uninspiring. I ordered a Hummingbird cocktail, and it was nice that our server left the actual cocktail shaker on the table so I could refill when I finished my first glass. But overall the dim lighting and emptiness of the place made any awkward conversation even more awkward. I wouldn't go back.

Stevie P.

Came here back in February on break. I got the GRILLED GRASS-FED STEAK SANDWICH and it was delicious. The only complaint I have is that the pieces of the steak are big so you gotta use a knife or just use your teeth to take a bite. Fries were good also. I got a coke on the side. No free refills :( But that's expected at a fancy restaurant like this. Why 3 stars? Rude hostess. Yes, me and my friend had huge bags that we were carrying when we entered, but did the hostess really have to ask "Can I help you?" I was polite enough to say "2." But what I really wanted to say was "Yeah, I wanna eat here!" Yes, we looked like tourists, but if we needed directions or any sort of help, we would have asked someone outside, thank you very much. She was wearing a blue top. Never gonna go back when she's there. I better have a better hostess next time...

Jill M.

A really nice place. Something my parents would like, but not a place I would go back to until I have someone to impress or a lot more money. Not because the prices were insane, it's just not the sort of thing I want to spend that much money on. I had the idea that it was super healthy, but my pumpkin ravioli was pretty drenched in oil with tons of bacon. It was yummy, but when pasta costs 18$ I want just something a little more interesting. This was sorta salty. Based on everyone else's food, I think there were a lot of really delicious things on the menu. So, I suppose this review is based on a potential meal I would have my parents pay for. Still, the waitstaff was super nice, the place was beautiful, and their crazy juices and unfiltered ginger ale were soooooo good.

dan naomi w.

I want to first that we absolutely support restaurants that strive to serve food prepared with all organic ingredients. This is not to say that Spring Street is not good, but with all the options in NYC, I would want to try other places. We thought the food was good not great. We ordered the cuban brunch and the smoked salmon benedict. The benedict was pedestrian. I have had better benedicts and this one was nothing to write home about. The cuban brunch was good once they finally got it right. We ordered it with tofu instead of eggs and made a point to confirm that we wanted that substitute but they still missed it. This came as no surprise as the waitstaff was running around all over the place and I can only imagine that mistakes happen regularly. The service was what took away from Spring Street the most. They were spread too thin and didn't seem to care. Overall, the food was good but the service was not. Spring Street Natural is probably still worth the trip but I'm not sure when I'll be back.

Katie V.

Let me be blunt: brunch here was basically god-awful, except for the fact that we got a table right away and the location was ideal. And the bread basket didn't suck. But everything else? Catastrophic. I ordered the "fritatta of the day," a.k. fritatta with whatever random crap is leftover from dinner service the night before. This particular fritatta consisted of zucchini, red peppers, and mozzarella. As soon as it arrived, I knew I was in trouble. It was not a luscious fritatta but an overcooked thin egg pancake with a smattering of small vegetable chunks. And when I tasted it, I almost started laughing. I mean, this thing was so flavorless I couldn't believe it. I had to add so much salt and pepper and even then, it was still so bland that I only ate half of it. The fries that came with it were decent, so I focused on them. And my weak-ass mimosa. Service was disappointing; it was clear that our waiter, a 40ish man with an earring he probably regrets, did NOT want to be at work. He barely checked in on us and it took forever to get the check. We also ran out of water a number of times. And hello, if someone eats half or less of their brunch and doesn't want to take it home, it might be a good idea to ask what the issue was. I wasn't expecting a refund, but the kitchen might like to hear feedback on that kind of thing.

Jean S.

I like the food a lot, which is why I keep going back. BUT, only 3 stars for the total lack of service there. The place is always packed, so once you order your food, you probably won't see your waiter ever again. Don't even think about getting refills on your water/coffee/tea.

Thierry S.

After dinner here a couple of times, I still can't figure out what I think of this restaurant. It has a strange vibe ... hipster, anti-swank, high-end diner, vegetarian friendly with great pride in its organic meats ... I just can't put figure out its frame of reference. None the less, I know I enjoyed the meal. Service, both times that I went, was spotty at best but friendly... the waiters seem to be supernaturally happy to be working here. I just wished that they had noticed through the haze of their nirvana that they were piling up all our appetizers and entrees on our table at the same time. The large plates were just shoved onto our small table despite some of my shocked objections and confused expressions. We decided to soldier on by sampling from all the plates at once. Nothing was spectacular but everything was good and flavorful. I really enjoyed my butternut squash ravioli which had a nice sweetness and herb flavors, easily the best dish. I will be going back to try different things as I haven't had anything that disappoints and they have a good and reasonably priced wine list.

Sandra M.

By far my favorite restaurant in NYC! I went here for my 23rd birthday, and I was happy with my choices. They served mighty leaf tea here, and I selected the Earl Grey. Delicious. THEN came the best veggie burger I've ever had. EVER. It was the kind that falls apart, gets mushy, and just lets you know that it is a veggie suprise in your mouth. It was SO GOOD. It came with delicious fries and a dijon mayonnaise that I think was more or less meant for the burger, but I used it for the fries (as ketchup isn't really my bag). Then came dessert. Mascarpone maple cheesecake with walnuts. This sealed the deal, and I overate. Totally worth it. Can't wait to go again!

Liz E.

I tend to get incredibly excited about a restaurant when all I know about it is the menu, so it was only natural that I eagerly suggested this place for a date to celebrate my birthday. An airy and attractive dark wood restaurant, it does have pretty good food (especially a tomato rosemary bread that they place on the table upon arrival), but there was something very ordinary about the place, which combined with the lazy service didn't quite compensate for the prices. I decided to have "blackened South Carolina bluefish" with orange yogurt sauce, grilled cheddar grits cake, and sauteed spinach. The combination sounded delightful, and the presentation was attractive enough, but I don't know, it just blurped "meh" to me. My friend got the salmon specifically because he wanted the basil mashed potatoes and nothing else; these were really good, but the sauteed zucchini and salmon itself were just "pretty good." I don't know, I guess it was the fact that service was so incredibly slow (and the place was practically empty too) that I became too annoyed to fully enjoy anything. Oh well.

Justin F.

I can't believe I've forgotten to review this! This was a true highlight of one of my recent trips to NYC. The food is fresh, organic, and FANTASTIC. If you're someone who is a stickler for restaurants who use natural, fresh ingredients, this is totally the place for you. Its quite amazing the difference you get in even simple dishes just from using locally grown, non mass produced vegetables and fruits. Also, If you have friends or family who are vegetarian this is a great place to go where everyone will be able to find something delicious to eat. Remember to try the homemade lemonade of the day. Every day they make fresh lemonade with some locally grown fruit in it. I had an AMAZING glass of Strawberry Lemonade the last time I was here. You can bet that I'll be back.

Jenny B.

I first found this gem 8 years ago, and up until last spring thought it had closed years ago, but I guess I just need to pull my headphones out and actually pay attn to my surroundings. I've been here for both brunch and dinner over the past year, and both times I had a meal that was oh so delish yet relatively healthy for eating out. The bread they serve while you're waiting for your food is savory. Service was friendly, portions are large, and the bread is great, oh wait i already said that, but you get the point. I went there for dinner last month and my friend and I split wasabi mashed potatoes - yummy! I'd probably go more often if I didn't live uptown, but it's great place that manages to serve healthy food w. out going all raw and vegan.

Travis J.

Mediocre at best. My pal got the hangar steak sandwich and said it wasn't too hot. The ketchup tasted like campbells soup. I got a BLT. The bacon was tough and must have made me burn calories to eat with little reward in flavor. The cocktails and fresh juice looked incredible though I didn't try either.

Kristi C.

I have just finished reading the last several reviews for this place, I didn't think it was that bad. Great for people watching. Several vego and vegan offerings (the Moroccan targine lunch special was really good)... and the vegan dishes are marked so that you don't have to ask. Large airy room, which was a nice change after dining in so many small places that barely fit 6 tables. While it may not serve the best organic food that you have ever eaten does this matter? Think about all of the other places out there that serve greens that have been grown using chemical cocktails. More restaurants should be supporting organic and sustainable agriculture. Our waitress was nice, not pushy, not nasty or evil. Does it really matter which street the door is on?

TheEmpress I.

Why, oh why did you have to go and ruin my brunch, Spring Natural? Your bussers ignored me for ten minutes and when I finally got the attention of one, he practically made me beg for water, gesturing to my server (who was busy) and asking me to wait for him. I know, I know I was waiting for one other person, but I was mighty parched. I was thankful he finally relented and fetched a couple of glasses since I was practically about to faint from dehydration. And, look, I know I'm picky about my eggs, but for crying out loud, your poached eggs had barely a drop of yolk to offer between the two of them and if poached eggs don't ooze golden goodness what's the damn point anyway! None. Yes, it was nice of you to offer me broccoli instead of spinach in my Eggs Florentine, since you were out of it, but broccoli rabe? Broccoli RABE? It's bitter! I hate it! I thought you were going to give me actual broccoli or I would've just gotten the Challah French Toast in the first. It's a wonder you were out of Spinach anyhow, seeing as, by the looks of it, your brunch menu changes every weekend and if you're low on Spinach then why the hell would you go and put it on the brunch menu? And, also, the lukewarm fries were just an insult. I mean, really? So, you offered me something else. That was nice of you, nice waiter! You were a very nice waiter and I enjoyed the atmosphere of your restaurant an awful lot, with its big windows and green plants. It reminded me a lot of the place I used to work in, which was also a natural foods restaurant. The memories came flooding back and it's a good thing I had them to ponder while I waited those fifteen torturous minutes for my Challah French Toast, which arrived looking blackened on the outside and still a bit oozy with eggs inside. I wanted the poached eggs to ooze, not the Challah! You told me you were sending over a manager, nice waiter. I didn't ask you to. You offered. It would've been nice of him to come by, would've been nice to hear a sorry. Maybe you chould've offered me something to come back and try again; maybe this just wasn't the brunch to be eating at your restaurant, but it didn't really seem you wanted me back, so I won't be. Good luck!

YaoYao W.

I was really really excited since they emphasize organic and natural but I found the service to be lacking. The food wasn't good enough to compensate for the long wait. Waited the longest time for water... Food took a really long time too... Hanger steak and tuna steak were ok, would have been better if they were steaming hot, not lukewarm like they forgot about us.

Olivia L.

After watching Creation, I met up with gal pal Eevee at Spring Street Natural Restaurant. I've been meaning to try this place since I read about it in Clean Plates NYC. We both had the brunch salads: Eevee's with smoked salmon and avocado, mine with organic wild rice and a variety of mushrooms. OMG, these mushrooms are the TASTIEST mushrooms I've ever had!!! So much flavor packed into these tiny little fungi! And the salad portions were pretty big. Spring Street Natural is one of the few American restaurants that are reasonably-priced. They also get another plus because we didn't have to wait for a table, even though a lot of other people were waiting. We were able to sit and talk for a long time, and the waitress didn't rush us out of the restaurant, despite it being incredibly busy on a Saturday. Spring Street Natural focuses on seasonal and organic foods, and their menu changes. Great options for vegetarians and omnivores. I'm definitely coming back here for dinner!

Rowena Y.

Every time I walk by Spring and Lafayette street, this place is always filled with people. So I decided to give it a try and I guess my expectations were too high based on the physical appearance of the place. It looks like a really fancy and upscale restaurant on the outside but the prices are very reasonable. In any case, I ordered a steak burger and I asked for medium well and it came out to be 'dead' meat. It also didn't have much flavor so I ended up eating my fries the whole night. I must have caught a moody chef that night.

Jerrica J.

Large restaurant, lots of menu options for meat eaters and vegetarians. My friend tried the baked acorn squash and she said it was tasteless with a thick gravy on top that made her lose her appetite. I had a tuna salad, which could of been made better with more flavor as well. Our server was a little rude and never came back to check on us after she took our order. I dont think I will be coming back unless someone else wants to.

Melissa M.

Meh... I've definitely had better. Their hummus stinks and the Pizza appetizer was too healthy tasting. I also thought the organic chicken on my salad might not actually be organic. I'd skip it.

Annie P.

YUM! So delicious. Their complementary pumpkin bread is to die for. The wait can sometimes be long (for seating and for service), but this is a great place to eat.

Thomas R.

Excellent! They have a nice mix on their menu. I have had Eggs Benedict for brunch which comes with their tasty fries and spicy ketchup-ish sauce. Also had dinner with fresh stir-fry chicken and vegetables. I really enjoyed their fresh squeezed fruit juices. Very nice touch. Was it the best ever? No, but for the price, location and atmosphere - both in the restaurant and the neighborhood - this place gets my four stars. Oh, and like others have said, the bread is very good.

Jackie T.

Alright, I am going to start with the negative first this time. If you would like your check or food anytime soon, do not bother coming here. Not only were we completely ignored on an off and unbusy night, but our check took 45 minutes to get. I don't know if our waiter was out smoking joints in the back or what, but we finally walked to the unmanned host stand to find someone to help us out. Other than that, the food is pretty tasty. I ordered a raspberry caparihini that had fresh muddled strawberries in it and it was strong. They bring out interesting types of bread before the meal. We tried the crab cakes for an appetizer. They only give you three for two people and they are smaller than a quarter. For an entree I had the pumpkin ravioli topped with pancetta and hazelnuts. It was absolutely amazing! They are fully stuffed with pumpkin puree. My friend had the rigatoni and since I am italian, I'm a very picky pasta eater. They were cooked aldente and the tomato sauce was perfect. As for taking a date here, it is nice and dark, but you will be on someone else's date because of how close they put the tables together. For dessert we split the apple crisp. It was alright, but I would go somewhere else if you are really craving dessert after your meal. Overall, not too shabby.

'Rilla D.

I used to come here with my friends all the time. Not sure how we started, but once we did we just kept coming back. The service isn't that great, they aren't really "friendly".. they just do their job, that's it. The french fries are awesome, and the homemade ketchup? Fantastic. The bread basket is very good. The plain grilled chicken is a little bland, but the chicken sandwich with Vermont cheddar is pretty good eats. It's not a place you leave, rub your tummy & say "Ohh man that was good, I'm so full." I certainly never have, anyway. Decent food, decent prices. I like the decor & setting a lot, though. Maybe that's why we kept going back? Or maybe it was the fries?

tiffanie n.

I came here around 7:45 pm on a Friday night and there was no wait to get seated. Service was a bit slow but friendly. Appetizers: crab fritters with remoulade sauce - nothing remarkable. pitas and hummus - i've had much better hummus from other places. seafood risotto - delish. tuna tartare - very fresh, especially with the guacamole on the bottom of it. Entrees - the entrees here are freaking huge. SESAME CRUSTED SASHIMI RARE YELLOWFIN TUNA STEAK ( soy mirin glaze, wasabi mashed potatoes, sauteed baby bok choy and crispy leeks )....i really liked this dish but found the fish to be a wee bit dry? but it was still good. ROASTED ORGANIC SALMON baby arugula pesto, Marcona Spanish almonds, tri-color roasted peppers, grilled summer squash - it was good but i didn't love it. I felt the fish didn't have enough flavor. Dessert: the chocolate sundae - sooo choclately..it is heaven.

Suncear S.

I really wanted to like this place more than 3 stars. The lunch menu had a pretty good variety of seasonal, organic and vegetarian options. There was brown rice, whole wheat buns, hormone/antibiotic-free chicken and grass-fed red meat just to name a few reasons why I recommend this place. My friend Dave isn't as health conscious but he enjoyed his sandwich. There are plenty of options for your less-than-health-conscious loved ones. The frittata I had was pretty good but I would like to go back to experience the dinner menu. Pretty convenient spot also. One more thing - I wish the hostess didn't seem like we were bothering her by asking for a table. Otherwise, I would go back.

Karrie C.

First off, it's right off the 6 train, so easyyyyyy thank you god!!! Secondly, the food was great. They had tons of variety, great prices, and awesome bloody marys. I got a BLT which came with sweet potato chips. My friend ordered a mushroom truffle pizza, it was not my favorite, it needed sauce or something. My other friends got sandwiches and they were great. They both came with homemade ketchup and for someone who doesn't like ketchup, I even liked this stuff. I was dipping my chips in it towards the end. Next time I go back, I am 100% getting this mexican cheesy looking lunch item. It just looked heavenly. I have to say too, it didn't hurt that we got a $20 off coupon on one of our smart-phones when we walked through the door. I'm cheap and this delighted me thoroughly.

Rhoi C.

A little slice of fresh and natural cuisine of Los Angeles in the Big apple. We tried a few salads and just shared them and they were really good. The Chef's salad and the southwestern salads were better than other salads I've tried with the same names elsewhere. For such common and straightforward salads, it makes a good example of having better tasting food from just a change in the quality of ingredients alone. This is definitely a must for people out there that want some fresh and healthy cuisine.

Oriana S.

Expect rude waiters at this place, general inefficiency and mediocre food. I ordered the eggs Benedict with hollandaise sauce on the side and a salad instead of home fries. What I got was the eggs with hollandaise sauce on top and home fries. When I told the server I ordered salad, he made a sour face and without an apology walked off and brought me the salad but seemed bitter about it. When I realized that the hollandaise sauce was on top I found our waiter (this big blonde guy) who took our order and informed him really politely of the mistake with my order. He sighed impatiently and said "there's very little hollandaise sauce on there. I mean, do you want me to take it back and make a whole new one?" I was so taken aback by his attitude that I said "no, it's fine" because I was afraid he'd spit in my food. When he left, my friend commented on how rude he was. I ended up scraping off most of the hollandaise sauce, but I didn't really feel like eating my meal which tasted mediocre. The bread that they served before our meal was almost inedible-- my friend described it perfectly: it tasted like what the inside of a couch would taste like! Avoid this pretentious place with rude waiters and bad food!

Vicky L.

What enticed me about Spring Street Natural was not the food at first, but the fact that they put green lights on their tree branches as an artistic representation of spring and foliage. Maybe I am reading too much into it, but I really love creative stuff like that. So I decided to meet with a friend to try it out. A lot of times, good food does not equal healthy food. I'm constantly on the search for a place or cooking food that is healthy and delicious. When you eat out as much as I do, there is no way you can stomach greasy food everyday - even if you are fine now, it will come back to haunt you later... Food is about enjoying life and when you eat so much of it that you feel gross, you are no longer enjoying.... and that's not the point. I ordered the Tri Color Pasta with Scallops and Asparagus and my friend ordered a Tuna Salad. Both plates came out relatively quickly ( within 10 minutes of ordering) and the portions were pretty substantial. We ordered a bottle of Pinot Noir that was around $25 bucks. I definitely would not say the food here knocked my socks off. But I loved the ambiance, I loved that I didn't have to wait for a table, I liked that my food tasted fresh and healthy, and sometimes that is what you need in a good restaurant. I would definitely come back again.

K D.

Half of the food i tried was tasteless. There are some good things to be had and since the place is so big, it's easy to get a seat. It's not a bad option if you can't get in at some of the more in-demand restaurants in the area.

Patrice P.

If there was a 2.5 option, I'd probably give it that. The food was pretty non memorable but not all together a bad meal. The service was pretty bad and if it wasn't for the potent cocktails I'd probably be a bit more impatient...perhaps that is their strategy?! My date had the pumpkin stuffed ravioli that was pretty fantastic. I can't remember what I had if that says anything. I may give it another go as maybe I just didn't order the right meal. If this place weren't surrounded by tons of other phenomenal restaurants it might be rated a bit higher. I suppose tis the plight of opening up a restaurant in NYC..

Nick A.

Nice restaurant, fair prices, Great menu. I usually have the problem of too few choices... but at this place I couldn't decide! I had the South Western salad I believe, as the waiter suggested. It was pretty fantastic. My friend had the veggie burger and wasn't as satisfied because it was mainly carrot... I wouldn't say that there were too many options for vegetarians, but being that I'm not vegetarian I wasn't effected by it. I did however enjoy the fact that the chicken was "free range." All in all a nice place with a large menu.

Shannon D.

Solid place with many options, fine service, lots of noise at brunch, easy to get to. Cozy and unpretentious

Matthew K.

Today we had brunch at Spring Street Natural Restaurant. We had really high hopes for our experience there, based on the food we saw at other people's tables, but a few kinks turned our experience into a somewhat dissatisfying meal. Good things: The complimentary bread was a really good start--it definitely made us excited about the food to come. One bread had tomato flavors and the other was an oat-based bread with a mild sweetness. Both were excellent. Our table was awesome. We were somewhat separated from the rest of the restaurant by two potted trees and our corner table gave us a perfect view of the busy intersection outside. Perfect for people watching. Overall, the ingredients tasted very fresh. The waitstaff was very pleasant. Kinks: Our food took quite a while to arrive at our table. We saw an interaction between our waiter and a runner that made us think that our meal had been finished for a while before it was actually brought out to us. As a result, the cheese on my sandwich had started to get cold and harden, and the eggs I ordered on the side were cold. I was able to return the eggs, though, and there was no charge. My girlfriend ordered the corn-crusted cod sandwich, and it was a little bland, so that was disappointing. In the end, we think we could have had a better experience. We wouldn't head all the way down to SoHo to eat there again, but if we were already in the neighborhood, we would probably give it another chance.

Naomi J.

Everything I've had here has been good to great. It's very much the type of food you would cook in your own kitchen (if you appreciated clean food). The food doesn't wow in the creativity department, but there's an extensive menu of healthy picks, and nice, relaxed vibe. I'm a fan.

Joleen Z.

Such a fabulous little lunch place in SoHo! I met my friend that works on Crosby Street and we took a quick jaunt down the block and stumbled upon Spring Street Natural and were blown away at how fresh and surprisingly delicious everything was! Usually, in tourist-infested SoHo you can't expect too much when it comes to delicious and affordable options, but SSN is a brilliant find. Delicious summer salads, a fantastic bread basket with this sundried tomato and pumpkin loaf (so yummy!) and huge sandwiches with fresh cut, country style french fries. Also, they have fresh hand squeezed juices. Watermelon juice, anyone? Overall, a great experience. The only fault is they were understaffed and it took forever to order, but we weren't in any hurry so no extreme harm done but for a lunch crowd they should assume an in and out mentality of their guests. I will def. be back!

Julie F.

I LOVE Spring St. Natural; it never disappoints. I have been going to this restaurant since it opened way back when, and I find it's always a treat. Large space so you're not sitting on top of other patrons, and a varied menu where there's something for everyone. The bar area is also very nice, if you just want to stop by for a drink. I hope it stays open for a long, long time.

Elizabeth L.

I went here for weeknight dinner with some friends, at the suggestion of a friend. The location is great, right in the hear of Soho. I had high hope for my meal, but unfortunately, it was just OK. I ordered the Veggie Burger with fries. The veggie patty was completely mush, and basically tasted like a carrot. The mayonnaise and the homemade ketchup were probably the best part of my meal. One friend ordered the pan seared chicken, and the other the chicken burger, and both said they were tasty. My dinner here was not as good as I had hoped, but i may have just ordered the wrong meal.

Mark S.

The food here is really great, plain and simple. Very clean flavors and really wholesome--if you're into organic/natural food it's a fantastic restaurant. The appetizers are great, specifically the stuffed mushrooms. They are dipped in a sweet and tangy sauce that may contain a few grams of crack cocaine. They are delicious! You will definitely enjoy the cuisine and the atmosphere, but the service may leave you wanting--see below. It's near the Broadway/Lafayette Shop-a-Palooza, perfect for hipster sightings and girls seemingly trying to "make it" in the fashion industry. Not that there's anything wrong with either of those things. It adds to the decor. If you're looking for something special, the seared tuna salad is excellent. My lady-friend had a bean/vegetable stew which was perfect in both texture and taste. In fact, everything I've eve had there--from the bread down to the dessert--is really tasty. The problem, and hence the reason for 3 stars, would be the service. You wait a while for your food and on numerous occasions I've waited even longer for a second glass of wine. Order a bottle if you're planning to drink. Food--check. Atmosphere--check. Service--eh.

Maisha H.

We went for brunch on a Saturday. Took a while to be seated because it was very crowded and we had a large party, 6 adults and 1 kid. The food was delicious. They sit out some type of tomato bread while you wait for your order. OMG! I ate like 2 baskets of that bread! My cousin and I split the CHALLAH FRENCH TOAST & CORN CRUSTED TILAPIA SANDWICH. I was very pleased. Nothing left on my plate. I was a complete glutton! Everything tasted fresh and its a great spot for vegetarians. But I hear its always crowded so be prepared to wait. lol

Ting L.

Mediocre food at best. Worst omeleete ever. If you choose to go here for brunch because the other places are too crowded, do your self a favor and do not order an omeleete. I ordered it once, sent it back cause it was so dry only for it to come back just as dry but more fluffy. It's an omelette not a pancake. On top of that the service is bad.

Sky D.

I've been coming here with my parents since I was a weeeeeee little one. Since I grew up vegetarian, my parents and I would always get that fabulous, nutty, chewy brown rice with lightly cooked snow peas and green beans and carrots and peppers and what-not. And tofu cheesecake for dessert. Yum. Spring Street Natural is a New York City institution. It opened in 1973. It's been in the same spot, with those wide windows that allow sunshine to stream onto the old wooden tables and chairs at which patrons sit. And you know, nothing much has changed. Including the menu. If you're a meat eater/not a healthy person, it can still be good: There are lots of non veggie options....SOUTH WESTERN GRILLED ORGANIC CHICKEN SALAD served on a bed of organic baby greens with sun dried cranberries, roasted corn, tamari roasted almonds and crumbled gorgonzola tossed with an orange-mirin vinaigrette...hmmmm? How does that sound? Or, you could even get (gasp!) the GRILLED GRASS-FED NEW YORK STRIP STEAK SANDWICH on toasted ciabatta with lime-chile mayonnaise and grilled onions; served with hand-cut French fries. The best thing is that you really can't go wrong here. I inhaled my yellowfin tuna salad (see pictures on my blog). The tuna was rare, just as it should be; the beans had a refreshing crunch; the roasted red peppers were garlicy and faultlessly spiced. Shanika enjoyed her VEGETABLE-TOFU-CASHEW CROQUETTES served with tomato-carrot sauce, mango-jicama slaw and sautéed greens of the day...although they did taste a little bit like veggie meatloaf (not that veggie meatloaf is a bad thing). Choosing dessert was hard. FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE TORTE with Coconut Gelato? WARM APPLE MANGO TART with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream? VANILLA PANNA COTTA with Raspberry White Wine Gelee and Raspberry Sauce? We settled on the WARM PEACH BLUEBERRY ALMOND CRISP with Raspberry Sorbet. The crumbly stuff on top (granola and maple-syrup roasted walnuts?) was sensational...the steaming roasted fruit below it was so rich it tasted buttery. Once again, Street Natural had worked its healthy, magical charm, and we left the healthy oasis full and satisfied, wholly nourished and ready for our next adventures. See more on my blog! spiritualityoffood.com

Federico S.

i know this place for years, it's reliable, clean, fresh and healthy not very exciting, not very inspiring, a touch old school but for lunch or late in the evening where most other places are closing spring street natural it's all i need 3 1/2 stars if i could

L P.

I have been coming to this restaurant for years and will continue to go there. The food is delicious, full of flavor and VERY fresh. For years, I go for lunch (I love to sit inside or outside) and get the grilled chicken sandwich and an iced tea. It is the perfect spot to dine with friends, or to fly solo and get some work done. The interior of the restaurant is pretty large so it is a relaxing and accommodating environment. The menu has a variety of options so there is likely something for everyone in your party. I would definitely recommend this spot.

mike f.

Apologetic Manager, terrible food and surprisingly unaware then rude waitress. Appetizer was undercooked and took 20 minutes, chicken sandwich took 40 minutes ans the french fries were old as in cold and mushy. The restaurant was pretty much empty. Would discourage anyone from eating here during the day.

Sarah S.

I met up with an old friend of mine and we made plans to reminisce, shop and peruse the many offerings of Soho on this past Sunday afternoon. My friend being Vegan, we had a limited selection to choose from, but we landed at the front door of Spring St. Natural, anticipating great food and an equally enticing conversation. The space itself is pretty amazing for NY - it's sprawling! The place was packed and buzzing. We were seated right away and ended up next to a sweet couple with two anxious 2 year olds. They were "crying" from exhaustion, the parents said...they were cute babies, but I was so glad they weren't mine. Anyways, despite the criers, laughers and talkers....our table was quite cozy and a conversation ensued. I ordered the Brioche French Toast with fresh blueberries and strawberries and a cappuccino. My friend, he ordered the Tofu "egg" Scramble with brown rice and a salad. We had about 10 minutes or so of conversation, before our food arrived (my cappuccino arrived promptly! yay!). What a beautiful sight! My french toast was piled high with bright red strawberries and deep purple blueberries. I dug in. My friend, after one bite of his tofu, began salt and peppering (not a good sign usually, but then again it is vegan food...). He really wasn't that happy with the scramble so I tried it as well and all I tasted was dry oregano. I'm so happy to be a carnivore! By the end of our meal, we'd covered the few years we hadn't seen each other and reminisced about our blooming love back in the days and what was happening romantically at this point in our lives - he had also eaten half of my French Toast :) We split the bill (it was about 15 each after tax and tip) and headed out into reality for some shopping. All in all, this was a great place to begin our day - it was low key and exciting, but not overly classy. Picture an urban rustic diner built into your home and you're at Spring St. Natural. I'd visit again on my own or with my friend - I think he'd order something else Vegan though! It satisfied us both and made for a beautiful day. Enjoy! p.s. only bad thing was...the butter they serve you with the complimentary bread, had an eyelash in it and our waitress could have been a bit more cheery.

Julie C.

This place was less then mediocre. The Hummus was good but hard to eat when you are given 4 small triangles of pita for a large amount. I mean are you kidding me. How do you give me a container of hummus and 4 triangles of pita. Than when we asked for more we got charged 2.00 for 4 more small triangles (1 pita cut in 4). Is pita the new gold. The other thing we ordered was some avocado salad that tasted funny. Our waitress was terrible. Maybe I am a tougher critic because I waited table for years but this girl had it easy. She didn't have to run her own food or bus tables. She had three tables and it took her 20 minutes to get over to us. She forgot that we asked for more water and I guess the empty glasses didn't tip her off . She came back twice and asked what we needed again. I understand everyone has a bad day, but seriously chick, find a new job. The restaurant industry is not your forte. The only redeeming factor was that they had air conditioning.

Jason P.

I struggled with rating this a 3 or 4 only because it's adorable, the food is pretty good and for me the location is fantastic (you step out of the subway and into your seat). However the sub par service soured my mood. I think this is an ideal brunch spot for a party of 4, especially in the weather now where you can get a seat on the patio and people watch your hearts out. The selection of organic drinks and foods is pretty diverse and from what I gather they have one of the best veggie burgers in town. I opted for french toast with chicken sausage and a side of eggs. All amazing but apparently getting whipped cream would require an act of god since 'the dessert cart was out'. I look forward to going back and being wowed into adding the 4th star.

Jen S.

My cousins and I were looking for somewhere to have brunch on a rainy Sunday morning. We stepped into this place because it looked cute and had a good vibe. The bread they brought us to start was really yummy! We each ordered an omelette with bacon, onions and gruyere cheese and french fries. The omelette was good but a little dry. The fries were delicious. I give this place 3 stars because the menu is very limited for brunch. We wanted eggs with the option of sides but they only have one scrambled egg, omelette and fritatta selection along with some other options, such as a chorizo eggs benedict. My cousin wanted to get substitute some ingredients in his omelette but the restaurant didn't even have ham. If someone invited me to go back, I would but I would never choose this restaurant to take anyone else there.

Sascha M.

Solid, casual spot to refuel after shopping around in Soho. Last time I was here my friend and here had practically maxed out our credit cards, tried on every party dress in every store and were craving a drink after an especially traumatic experience. We stopped in here and promptly ordered specialty cocktails. I ordered the taco salad (which was basically nachos with some lettuce-yum but not healthy) and she got the veggie cheeseburger and fries. We cleaned our plates and got ready to take a disco nap and rally for that night.

mauro v.

I went there with my grildfriend I order a fish with chipotle and it had absolutely no flavor. I order quesadillas and again it tasted bad. The waiter didnt really pay attention to us.I wouldnt go back for this food. I dont,like that they allready add the service charge and then they want more like what isnt 20% enough for just taking my order and bringing,my food.

Lala V.

Nice atmosphere, but everything was much too salty

Justine C.

Below average service and mediocre food. I wouldn't recommend this place to friends and I don't think I'll be returning anytime soon.

GarGuPi L.

3.5 stars. I visited this establishment twice in the past, but because of all the new and upcoming places that open like every second, it is really difficult to return to the same places, unless I've had an 'awesome' experience there. But budget is always on my mind, so when I received a 50% discount from Scoutmob, I decided to give it ago and the location is so convenient for Chinese New Year shopping after brunching. The rustic, wooden panel decor and 'free-range', 'organic', 'healthy' emphasized food listed on the menu may seem ubiquitious in the dining scene today, but SSNR is probably one of the first 'natural' restaurants in NYC. With high ceiling, relatively spacious seatings and a welcoming bar area, I can still find a glimpse of solace in the midst of the brunch crowd. The menu explores many different frontier. You got your Mexican, the macrobiotics, all-American egg dishes, sandwiches, salads, and Middle Eastern appetizers (hummus). Of course, alcoholic drinks are available, too. So, there's something for everyone at the table. Upon sitting, we received a basket of complimentary bread (the infamous rosemary, tomato sundried bread and store-bought multigrain sliced baguette with a block of hard, cold butter). I wanted to order the steamed veggies with organic brown rice, but was really disappointed to find out the rice is seasoned with soy sauce. Really? it's listed as steamed brown rice on the menu and why season the grain when you're serving it with dressing already? So I just ordered the veggies instead. My mom ordered the yellowtuna fin sandwich, which came with terra veggie chips, and dressed mesclun salad. It was a hefty portion for $13. Very healthful (if you don't mind the bacon) and filling. There's free refills for the coffee, but it was just watered down caffeinated drink. Thanks for the previous yelper's suggestion, I also took advantage of the free kukicha available in the back, but only small tea cup is offered, so if you don't mind taking several trips to get your 'sip' of tea, then all the power to ya. Otherwise, you can order the pot of tea for $3. I'm sure they presented small cups to discourage people from getting the tea, but guess that didn't deter me. The waiter was friendly and helpful. Picked up my scarf off the floor when I left to get my free tea. So, I got my 50% discount, but of course I tipped with the original total. I'm cheap, but not THAT cheap. I've to be fair to the servers. The food isn't 'out of this world'. It's comfort food in a way and a nice place to chit-chat with friends or with family (lots of babies/young kids I saw). I might just return to SSNR because I did have a nice experience today. Wow, that discount just won them a renewed customer!

B K.

Great, wholesome, healthy food and ambiance! Spacious and airy, great for dinner and brunch.

jamie N.

This place is great for people-watching...from inside instead of outside when the weather is good. The place is really big and has an interesting clientele from soho shoppers to families to friends. I went for brunch and the prices are really reasonable $10-15 an entree. I had scrambled eggs, turkey, mushrooms, and onions. It was decent, but nothing special. The highlight for me was the short wait and blackberry lemonade. Seems like a great place for drink when the weather is warm. A decent option when other places are crowded...

Jenny W.

Ambience sucked, food was gross and it was overrun by tourists

Pooja K.

I used to live about a 10 minute walk from Spring Street Natural which translated into...I came here all the time and brought visitors as well. The service here is mediocre, they don't overly care but they don't care too little as well. Weekend brunch is the busiest, but the turnaround is pretty fast since it's a relatively large place! So far I've tried the Eggs Florentine, Almond Burger, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, and the Taco Salad. I freaking LOVE this taco salad. To be honest, it seems like something one could easily make at home, but the ingredients are always so fresh and so yummy when you mix it together and it's a very good portion! The chicken sandwich is also really god, the sauce on it is excellent. The eggs florentine are similar to any other place, yummy for sure. Almond burger is also quite flavorful and interesting. It's a great brunch place and awesome for big groups!

Are M.

I had hummus to go once and loved it and then went for dinner. I love the smell of rice which is exactly what overcomes you when you walk in but at the same time I said, "It smells so good!" my friend said "Ew." so I guess that just depends on the person. We got the hummus again and it was not the way I remembered it. Very nutty. Too nutty. I dont know how else to explain it. When the waiter asked if we were finished and said we didnt like it, he just took it. I dont expect a refund but at least a "thats too bad". Maybe he didnt hear us? Then I got the almond-veggie-cheddar burger with a side of the wasabi fries, and friends split the roasted lamb sandwich and all was good with the world again. The burger was amazing. It was different and just wow. I would probably not considered going back if it wasnt for this burger.

Sally C.

This is one of my favorite casual dining restaurants in the neighborhood. I love the fact that they've got tons of tables, high ceilings, and lots of space. It's also a great place for people watching if you manage to snag a table by the windows on Spring Street. Shortly after you're seated they usually bring out a basket of carrot bread and multi-grain breads. The carrot bread is delicious when it comes out warm and moist. The food here is mixed - some items on the menu are awesome and some could be done better. Among some of the best things on the menu are: Pan Roasted Free Range Chicken - very juicy and tender Slow Braised Short Ribs - this melts in your mouth Duck Ravioli - they don't always offer this on the menu, but it's excellent Desserts - we ordered a cake with some fresh home made whipped cream and it was out of this world! We were spooning up the whipped cream and just gobbling that down. I used to come here consistently for the chopped salad. I was disappointed when they took it off the menu for a few years but they've since put it back with a few modifications. I'll have to try it to see if it's as good as the previous version which used organic field greens, carrots, cucumbers and red onions. I came here for lunch once and ordered the Corn Crusted Tilapia. I didn't enjoy it very much as the overall sandwich was pretty bland. The corn crust and bread was too thick. I find that the chicken breast used for the salads is a bit on the dry side...the chicken for the Pan Roasted entree portion is dark meat and much tastier.

Sasha H.

Two years later, and much more eating under my belt (pun intended), my second impression of this establishment was much poorer than the first. Walked in at 8pm on a Thursday. Got menus as soon as we sat (good), but it was downhill from there. Our orders were taken 15 minutes later. Our food arrived about 45 minutes later. We watched two parties leave while waiting for service that never materialized, and honestly, if we weren't so tired and hungry, we should have done the same. Our waitress was nowhere to be found most of the time, and we couldn't get her attention to save our lives. After scanning the dining room, she was often seen at the dish station, fussing with the computer monitor. The food was ok - I had the goat cheese salad, but there were only two fried goat cheese balls in the whole salad, and they were both very dry and chewy, with not much goat cheese on the interior. Very generous serving of mixed greens though. We had to request bread from the waitress after we were halfway through our entrees and noticed other tables with bread. This was one of the few occasions in my dining life when I felt obligated to tip under 15% for poor service.

Ilana G.

Fresh, interesting, healthy & consistently scrumptious food!!! I've been bringing friends & family here for years. Everyone finds something on the menu to enjoy, and eeeeeverything on the menu is really good! That's pretty rare, but these cooks know what they're doing. They also have yummy fresh juices & organic teas. The service is great, very friendly & attentive, and this restaurant is a good choice for a group, seems like they accommodate everyone. Also a good value, the portions are hearty. Personally, I really like that while Spring St is a natural eatery with lots of veggie dishes they still offer meat options - yay healthy carnivores!

Jen Joyce D.

I have been here a few times before. This place is not consistent . I is really hit or miss. Well I went to give it another chance, since the last time was a 3.5 star experience. I decided to do a take out order. BEWARE! check your order before you leave. I ordered the tempeh with couscous corn and bok choy. Well there was NO bok choy to be found, and at best the whole meal was mediocre. I guess that is why the dish is no longer on their menu. I would have called the restaurant to report the lack of bok choy, but I figured what difference would it make. I am not ever giving this place another chance. I am sure others love it, but it has never impressed me.

TP F.

This was just the kind of dining experience I abhor: Our waitress, though nice, was getting slammed, as was the whole wait-staff. I used to work restaurants so I am forgiving of slow service if a place is getting hit by a lunch rush. What is unforgivable is: service SO slow that everything, from a cappuccino to a plate of scrambled eggs with asparagus and ham (prepared with far too much butter) and home-made fries were presented, quite literally, ice cold. Predictably -- our server NEVER ONCE stopped by to ask if everything was okay. I might have even, for the first time in years, sent my food back were I not fearful it'd take another 45 minutes to (maybe) get something warm on my plate. Try as we did, we couldn't even get our water glasses topped off. The only moment of brisk and attentive service was in response to asking for our bill. Cold comfort. I will be back...never.

Joey M.

The lamb sandwich satiated my hunger, but that's it. It was lamb, tomatoes, feta cheese, cucumbers, and yogurt sauce. Sat at the bar and had a Brooklyn Lager. I unfortunately cannot comment on the ambiance or crowd as I was there late in the evening. Thank you, Joe

elizabeth c.

I'm a fan. very solid 4 stars. tasty veggie and fish options, fair prices, fantastic drinks, light-filled space, attentive service and fresh food. faves are the salmon salad, tofu scramble, sauteed green of the day. there's a little something for everyone here, it's very dependable that way. for me, the only "miss" is the seared tuna salad, I'd recommend getting your tuna fix elsewhere in the city... great fun to walk around the 'hood after your meal though fittin into those gstars after eating a full meal might be tricky.

EmJay N.

Pros: Like the atmosphere (though a large number of "table for ones" sitting by themselves), big windows, and the people in the restaurant seem interesting. Cons: Food could be much better. Taco salad is to be avoided at all costs, and the beet appetizer was meh. However, the steak sandwich is probably one of the best sandwiches in the city, so they have that going for them.

Stuart L.

After a long walk yesterday, my wife and I decided to give this place a try. We had had drinks here one afternoon back in March so we were somewhat familiar with the atmosphere. First thing to note is that the place is large enough to accommodate the large influx of customers we saw during a busy Saturday afternoon. The wait was only 5-10 minutes for a table. Second, the staff friendly and well equipped to handle the service needs. Service was excellent and the food was fresh and tasty. Very nice for a natural food restaurant. Free range chicken burger with fresh cut potato fries was great and the Southwest Free Range Chicken salad was superb.

Vivian H.

Wow...this place is big was my first thought! We came here for a pseudobachelor party. So there were about 10 of us in the party, and when we arrived at the door, the host was not sure if we had a reservation. The party was reserved online, I believe through their website. In any case, my point is this, call them and make a reservation. We were lucky that it wasnt packed and it was easy for them to accommodate us. I had some sort of acorn stuffed with pumpkin and quinoa and it was delicious! My date had the braised tuna and it was truly phenomenal and orgasmic! The beet salad was also very tasty! The only thing that was surprising was that they didnt have more veggie dishes. Oh well...I was happy swimming in my acorn tub ;-)

Annie C.

Simply put: The food isn't great. The thing I do love though is their bread. So soft and chewy.

Yumi R.

We stumbled upon this cute little place on accident and it was the best accident we could have made. We were not planning to have a whole meal, just some appetizers. Pizza Margherita and Crispy Calamari, but what got us was the bread they served. It was sweet but made with tomatoes and rosemary. SOOOOO good! The server was very helpful as well. We even walked out having purchased a whole loaf of this bread. You gotta try it for yourself.

Kelly W.

This is one of my favorite restaurants. The ingredients are carefully chosen (fresh and organic). They must put a lot of work into having high-quality ingredients which are extremely hard to find in this day and age. Also, for some reason (the acoustics?), the vibe is extremely soothing for a busy restaurant. A great restaurant if you're hung-over. Free tea.

nadia w.

Went here for brunch today because the original restaurant we wanted to go to was not open until 12pm and we were hungry! The food was nothing special and a little over priced. As some fellow yelpers have said below, the food is lacking in flavor. The B.F wanted a burger, on the menu their is a section called sandwiches and burgers but no burger with beef in sight. The only thing that i thoroughly enjoyed was my mint limeade... soooo good, but it was $3.75 and i really wanted 2 more after i sucked it down in 2 seconds flat. Service was good. -What's up with the weird pixelated broom sweeping lady?? Have you seen the add in the onion? On the menu they have the same image, they don't have anyone who works there that knows photoshop or how to use a camera?

Jacqueline Z.

This is a great spot for a nice variety of foods, very fresh choices as well as some organic foods. I love how the eggs are organic on the breakfast menu. Portions are very generous for the salads. The servers are excellent and friendly. I've been here for brunch and dinner, and I will definitely return here!

Maria G.

I always enjoy my chicken burger with tiny french fries, but service is horrible!!!!

Patricia K.

Like 8 years ago I would've given this place a 4 or even 5. I used to have culinary wet dreams about their warm goat cheese salad and wake up in a shameful pool of anticipatory saliva. No more, my friends. I don't know if the ownership changed or what but the honeymoon's over. The "warm" goat cheese salad is often served cold (once with a still frozen center). The fries are no longer reliably crisp and delicious - sometimes soggy, sometimes cold... It's still a standby for a well priced, filling meal and a nice glass of white after a morning of shopping in SoHo, with a dependably short wait if any, and great outdoor seating. But no longer anything worth creaming your pillow over.

Alana D.

I was recently in NY doing some shopping and wanted somewhere to eat. I stopped in to eat,and I wont do it again.Long story short,my food was burnt to a crisp and the service was completely non existent.I had to flag a random waitress to bring me my bill.On a good note Balthazar's is only 3 blks away!

Parisa S.

I've had brunch at SSN many times over the course of the last 4 years. Usually, I wind up here because I'm a) in the neighborhood or b) too hungry to eat at a place with an excruciating wait. That is the beauty of Spring St. - no matter what time you show up, you're almost guaranteed little to no wait. This is a key benefit for those of us who lose our tempers when our stomachs start to growl. This is not to say that Spring St is ever empty. Quite the contrary, the place is always bustling. They just happen to have quite a bit of sq. footage, particularly compared to the other brunch joints in the nabe. Anyhow, the minimal wait gets 1.5 of my 3 stars here. The remaining star-and-a-half go to the food. I do like my meals organic whenever possible. However, I'm just never blown away by the menu items here. No matter what I seem to order, it always comes out looking the same - a big pile of greens thrown onto my plate. And 9 times out of 10, the taste is along the same bland lines. So in summation, the food here is mediocre, but the convenience factor is huge. If you're not a patient person, you'll appreciate SSN.

Ezekiel D.

You can get some decent food in a convenient location here, but not much more. The restaurant has a great location, and the interior has lots of room for larger parties and kids, but the food is only for substance. Their special has a very plain sausage and toast with nothing special with their potatoes. It is reasonably priced, but I think I will move on down the road for my next breakfast. It is sad to see such a great location slide by as only mediocre. I would not warn against the place, but it is not a go to. P.S. - My wife ordered the oatmeal with fresh seasonal fruit in October and what did they giver her without warning? Rasins. F-ing rasins. No mater the season that is not fresh fruit.

Joyce F.

Great dinner . Good service. Didn't have to wait for a table!!!!

Aneeka P.

This place is quite good. You tend to think that a place with the word "natural" in their name will compromise on taste, but they don't. The portion size is generous. I couldn't finish my taco salad. The staff is friendly and accommodating. The seating is quite spacious. If you have a baby, there isn't really a changing table in the ladies room, but rather a tiny table that holds a vase in the corner where you can just about manage to change a really small baby. The bathroom was clean though. An added benefit is that Eileen's Special Cheesecake is diagonal to the restaurant (look for the blue awning). Hey, after having a healthy meal at SSNR, why not treat yourself?

Jeff B.

Food is reasonably good, but the value proposition here isn't great. SoHo has much better restaurants at this price point, hence the two star review. I'll be spending my money elsewhere.

Yosh H.

The name of the restaurant says it all - "Spring Street Natural Restaurant & Bar." It's on Spring Street and it's "natural". And it is most certainly a restaurant and bar. But the actual entrance to the restaurant is on Lafayette and for a place with "natural" in its name, I really expected more farm-imported products and "it's-all-grown-on-our-private-rooftop" produce. Fairly packed the day I went with a former co-worker for a spontaneous lunch meeting, the service here was good and the location was nice. The food, not so much. But to give blame where it is due, it's not entirely the restaurant's fault. I mean, I ordered a very odd dish (smoked salmon omelette with broccoli, blue cheese, and red onions). I went for something interesting and unique. I ended up with just odd. I can't say anything decent for my friend's dish either. The only saving grace of our lunch date was my lemonade. Yay for beverages!

Pizzadog 8.

The food here isn't bad but the service is. Why would anyone go here and pay those prices to be treated like cattle? I've worked in restaurants for years and I know that if you need to ask a guest for a table back it better be an emergency AND you need to either take something off a guests bill or offer to move them to the bar and buy them a round of drinks or a dessert or SOMETHING. WE were rushed through our meal then pressured to leave and FINALLY asked to leave in the most impolite way. I will NEVER return to Spring Natural again.

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Shawna S.

Amazing pumpkin ravioli and quite a nice selection of fresh juices of the day (the acai strawberry grape WAS delicious as the server advised). It's a cute little place that had a nice lunchtime crowd during the week, but wasn't too crowded. Good service, nice atmosphere. I'd go back.

Joanna M.

While I appreciate the organic-ness of this place, I found the food bland and the atmosphere, well, both big & boring. Unless you want to spend the afternoon tripping over tourists' shopping bags on your way to your table and being thoroughly unimpressed by the food - skip it.

lysa p.

Very fresh salads with lots of options. It's actually hard to find salad entree options on this city so this is great!

Mike G.

eats here are better than good and the variety helps give a new taste to each visit. stopped by today for some caffeine & pumpkin pie that was very good indeed. love the big space and windows all around. so, when everything else is packed at mealtimes and you just gotta eat NOW, there should be a spot for you here.

Jenn B.

i used to stare at spring natural from my apt window, as i smoked a cig, sipped some wine, and contemplated ordering their sesame crusted yellowfin tuna steak for pick-up (they also deliver, and no, they never judged me for ordering delivery when i was lazy even though i literally lived across the street). plus they give you homemade bread and REAL butter for free even with takeout. score. this is literally one of the best tuna dishes i have ever had, and i loved how all the components go together...the sauce, the wasabi mashed potatos, the crispy veg...my mouth is watering as we speak. i dined in regularly too, despite the fact that the menu is kinda pricey. you pay for what you get. they have a DAILY menu that changes, as implied, every single day, in addition to their usual menu. this is more than the run of the mill daily specials- i mean, these dishes were always seasonal and interesting, and they weren't similar day to day (i used to stop by the window every day on my way to/from somewhere just to glance at the posted daily menu). even wine and cocktail specials. brunch is excellent too, and in the warmer months you can do your damnedest to score an outdoor table. i heart their eggs and blood orange mimosas? scoop me up to heaven right now. service can be less than attentive when they're busy though...my glasses have remained empty for a long time, but the food is so great and the staff is really friendly, so it makes up for the slower pace. a great place to stop in soho when you need a break from shopping off the beaten path.

Lorelei D.

Loved the tomato bread. Thought the food was all very high quality and interesting tasting. Loved the wine selection.

Susan D.

Had a yummy lunch here on a recent visit, more of a brunch I guess. I had some zucchini, asparagus omelette that was wonderful. My husband had a Quesadilla that looked very tasty. The service was great and I'd go back again. The food was fresh and delicious and a lot of different things to choose from on the menu. A plus was sitting by the window and people watching as we ate, always fun whatever city your in.

Kristel A.

Short visit in The City. I have rezzie at this high-rated restaurant in SoHo and somehow just passed this place when I got out of the subway. Urban, Trendy, Chic and Organic.. mmm I like it. Found my way in. First night in NYC, I like this place. Mmmm time to order. Organic wine check. Tomato bread to DIE for. quite an amazing surprise to be honest. I ordered the stuffed Acorn Squash. For those of you who like pretty dishes, that wasn't quite the best decision. For those of you who like me will prioritize flavor OH YES! Beautiful! Tasty, light, yet filling, topped with organic pino and I'm beyond happy. Service was fast, and friendly. Prices are reasonable. I definitely recommend that place and look forward to my next meal there too!

Tema L.

Decent food. Well presented. Good for celiacs. Service very helpful.

Molly T.

I ate here last night and enjoyed the food but wasn't blown away. The place had a nice ambiance and I really liked the crispy tempeh appetizer. I tried the almond veggie burger on a wheat bun, which came with fries. The burger tasted good but was kind of a mush pile that really needed the lettuce and tomato to spruce it up. I also got to try some of the cornmeal-breaded tofu with mango-jicama salad and really garlicky broccoli rabe. Even with the peanut sauce, the tofu was pretty dry and they give you three huge pieces of it. But I liked how the plate came with plenty of veggies to give some texture variety. A lot of the other vegetarian options sounded pretty boring to me (plate of rice and steamed veggies? Blahhh), and most of the non-veg options were pretty pricey. But the booth was comfortable and the place had a nice feel so I'd probably go back for brunch.

monet m.

I work in the neighborhood, so I eat here at least once a week. I Love their chicken burger. But I have to say the service is always lacking. Maybe because I am just one person and the Waite staff don't want to work that hard for $2 tip, but I come back because I love the food. I just wish they would listen to my order when I ask for extra ketchup in the beginning. I love sitting outside and the open window to people watch. That is a plus!

Lee T.

This is the kind of place that I would be really happy to have next to my office if I had a real job (you know, one that included an office and hours mandated to spend in in it). The menu is extensive, the space is huge, open, and airy, and the offerings are rather healthy. I enjoyed a well-portioned salad here and I'm sure I would have been happy with many of the other items. The food is not inventive or exciting, but it's solid if you are in the area for shopping or the like.

Janelle S.

I've been to Spring Street Natural a couple of times, but now since it's close to my work, I order from here frequently. The organic dishes are amazing, especially the southwestern chicken salad. The grilled yellowfin tuna salad is pretty good too. When it's nice out, it's also a great place to have dinner with girlfriends.

Emily O.

So I was really excited to try this place. I'm a bartender and one of the bartenders that works there came into my restaurant and I was stoked to go visit her there and try the food. Needless to say my experience was pretty disappointing. Perception is a funny thing. Being in "the biz" I notice EVERYTHING when I dine out. In a way it's kind of annoying, but I'm also very easy to please because I know what kind of madness goes down behind the scenes. I came on a Monday afternoon. Not quite happy hour but every seat was taken at the bar either by a patron - or some of their belongings. The bartender I went to visit wasn't working anyway so I opted to sit at a table. I walked over to the host stand and was looking at the hostess who was stuffing menus at a table. Made eye contact with her and then she proceeded to stuff. I began to think she wasn't the hostess. Then some people came in behind me and she asked "how many" as in....so it's just you. Pft! Then she tried to ask me to sit at the bar. Yep, I tried that Missy. If you had been paying attention to the door you may have known that already. Then even though the dining room was very empty she sat me at an awkward table right next two very loud and obnoxious guys. (Thankfully they left shortly after I was seated) I had table envy throughout my whole meal. I understand when a place is jumping and busy there will be some kind of concession to be made. And there are things the average person doesn't even think of such as seating rotation etc. The place was empty tho. I would have really liked a window seat - in retrospect it's my fault for not asking for one. So the server came to get my order. I opted for the chicken sandwich with cilantro and got an herbal ice tea to drink. The sandwich was good quality meat, albeit very boring. I don't eat chicken very often but Spring Street Natural uses hormone free suppliers and that's the reason I decided to try it. There was probably only 1-2 sprigs of cilantro in the whole sandwich. I would have asked for a little more if the waiter-or ANYbody came to check on me. Never refilled either my empty water glass or Ice Tea, never checked if I liked my dish. And that is just bad service plain and simple. Needless to say I left feeling a little cheated and very disappointed overall.

Patrice X.

found it walking around looking for a place to have dinner with my pops, who was in town visiting. after looking at menus around few block radius starting on mulberry st, this seemed like the place with most options (he is a bit picky and has standards). we were both surprised how good it was, i had the tamarind-ginger glazed organic salmon and he had the special: pan-seared wild striped bass. good atmosphere for a monday night. good for conversation, not too dark, not to bright. service is good. sat at windows overlooking lafayette--nice! bottom line: my pops has worked in restaurant industry for over 25years, and he said he would go back to this place.

Kat C.

I don't think they have enough vegetarian/vegan options. I looked on the entree side, it had about .. two or three options. I wasn't impressed. The many times I passed by this place, I always thought it too fancy for the likes of me. But I went with a group after a meeting (the meal being covered), and I had the smoked salmon and avocado salad and had a taste of the wasabi mashed potatoes. I was ok with my salad, I expected the salmon to be tastier than it was. I enjoyed the wasabi potatoes but thats because I like wasabi. I wasn't really wowed by anything else I saw on other people's plates, like the chicken sandwich/burger, and other salads. The only thing that grabbed my interest was the goat cheese ravioli(?) Overall, I don't think its really worth the money, but I guess it really boils down to opinion.

May Y.

Nice/cute matre d', great ambiance, nice wine, organic hummus, free-range birds, and friendly waiters. Hey, hey- why the crummy reviews?

Duanne G.

Yeah yeah, it is nice but I think it is lacking a little bit of luster. There is nothing wrong with this place but nothing right. Glad I went but am not compelled to return...but would if I had to....

Asya G.

Let's talk about location first. It's quite awesome. Corner of Spring and Lafayette. On a Friday night, this has to be the most fun place to sit and people-watch. The 6 train is literally around the corner. So I have to say that it's location, more often than food, that keeps me coming back to SSN. This place gets points off the bat for being one of the first organic eateries downtown. It's been around for ages and is always packed. The food can be a very mixed bag though. Don't touch the free bread -- it's usually stale-ish with a weird aftertaste. The pastas are decent and their veggie special is a good, cheap staple. Cocktail and wine selection is nice. It does get crowded and therefore loud, so I wouldn't go there if you wanna get "intimate" with someone. Good place for a lunch meeting and afterwork drinks.

Carl S.

Extremely busy with tourists every day of the week, plus a large number of people from the area. I mostly come in for lunch maybe once every two months. Because the food is 'natural' you would think that there would be many veg options, but in fact it is a somewhat limited. Usually on any given day the lunch special will feature just one veg friendly option. I check the board before going in, if they don't have anything that thrills me i'll just settle for the deli across the street. Service depends on who you end up with. Last time was very prompt, I was in - i ordered almost immediately - i got my food in what seemed like only 5 min - once i finished i got my bill right away and i was outta there. The time prior to that visit everything took much much longer and my coworkers called me to see why I hadn't returned from lunch yet... so you get the idea.

Lawrence L.

Large area, spacious seating, simple but good food. Many drinks & juices to choose from. I prefer dinner over the lunch/brunch here.

Peter N.

Food: Pretty solid. I love the free bread they give. One of my favorite fries in the city. Some of the natural dishes are a bit bland (like the brown rice and veggie plates), but the sandwhiches and breakfasts are good. Service: Sometimes a bit spotty. Service is slow on occasions, i have to basically chase down my waitress. Decor/Ambiance: relaxed, lots of space. Live Jazz on thursday nights! The bad?: I went on a date once a couple years ago and we were seated in the corner window near the plants and a mouse ran by. Yes, a mouse. We alerted the waitress and she moved us, apologized and commented that because they are right over the subway/subway grate, sometimes one slips through. Which is a little unnerving, but they haven't been shut down so I'm assuming these don't happen a lot.

Erin K.

Good portion of salad meal for pre-cupcake-spree!

Samantha S.

yummmmyyyyy!!! hummus and pita with tomatos and red onions to start. yummy green salad with avocado and lemon vinaigrette my friend loved his BLT pricing is GREAT for the extremely delicious and fresh food. busy restaurant, amazing amazing service! so SoHo

Sarah J.

pros: you never have to wait for a seat. service is with a smile and efficient. hands down cheapest brunch you'll find in soho. cons: lacks the rich-girl-pretending-to-be-a-poor-girl vibe of tiny box restaurants spread throughout lower manhattan. food is basic, diner quality.

G J J.

Not bad not great has some interesting dishes and lots of seating but I can't really say I love it.

Georgina D.

This place totally hit the spot for an informal working lunch. Was busy and loud enough to not give away any trade secrets or seem obnoxious and self-absorbed to fellow diners seeking more casual catch-ups. But the acoustics of the place meant we weren't having to raise our voices to be heard either. The salmon salad with lentils was presented and prepared well (I mean, how hard is salmon but seriously, we've all had that rubbery or mushy experience elsewhere). We ordered a great bottle of organic pinot blanc, which really stood up for itself. Service was prompt, which I didn't expect given how busy it was, and we never once got the evil eye for languishing for a good couple of hours as we worked our way through our to-do list. I mean, getting status updates and establishing 'next steps' over decent wine and 'more please' fresh-baked corn bread, you can never go wrong.

Rich M.

The food is decent, so are the prices. Very run of the mill, mediocre restaurant. The staff is friendly and helpful. Dessert was better than the entrees.

Brian K.

Ate Brunch here with a friend last Sunday. We went there on a lark as they are into all natural foods. Being that I am bound and determined to find the best French Toast in NYC I of course ordered French Toast. The presentation was promising, it was piled high with fresh fruit and lightly dusted with powered sugar. The fruit tasted as good as it looked. Unfortunately the French Toast wasn't as good, it was a bit crusty and not overly flavorful. So for me the best French Toast in NYC is still at Markt. We also had a few Mimosas which were actually quite nice. Overall the food was not bad and the prices were reasonable. I might be back to try some of their other food if I happen to be in the area just not their French Toast.

Sara S.

Great food and always a wait. It's a good place for lunch - salads are large and filling - really like the cob. I just learned that you get a free glass of kokicha tea - there's a stand in back!

Ashley H.

I'd eaten here before for breakfast on the weekend and it was soso, but convenient. Then, we ate there again during the week. OMG, the worst. IT was so bad it's actually funny. It ws this beautiful winter morning with the sun shinging through the window and you could see dust motes dancing in the light. It was warm and toasty inside and we sat next to the window looking out at Lafayette street. There were two other diners. First, the waiter brough us the wrong drinks. Then he brought our food out, but it was cold. I think he got distracted by his morning rush, but he should have had his busboy bring us our food. So the cold food came and we had to tell him that he'd forgotten the oatmeal which took 12 minutes to come, and big shocker,

Vanessa W.

Randomly came here with a friend and was surprised they had vegetarian and vegan options! Though, the menu is a bit random from tex mex, american, thai and from whatever else is out there, their food is pretty good. I gotta say that the White Truffle Cheese Pizza from the appetizer section is one hell of a good pizza. Haven't had something like that in years. I highly recommend that. Also their Grilled Salmon Salad was fantastic! Serving size of that thing was HUGE! But their main course dishes werent as great- my friends steak was a bit over done and tough to chew, and my vegan mushroom dish was good but not memorable. I would come back to this restaurant just for the Salmon Salad and the White Truffle Pizza-if they are consistent, then I wont be disappointed. Overall I liked the interior design, the lighting, and the atmosphere of this place. And food was good.

Michael B.

Food is good. NOT GREAT. Stay away from the poached salmon and seaweed. Would give them 4 stars if I never tried the Salmon or seaweed there. Really healthy and the food is generally quite tasty. You can be a vegetarian and find plenty to eat here.

Jess W.

I came here with friends for lunch today and had the Monterey salad. It...was...phenomenal. They have a great outdoor seating area in nice weather and it's in a pretty good people-watching area. The prices are decent, I'd definitely come here again.

Sarah B.

3 words: DEE-LISH-US!! Ok, so that's one word broken up. I went here for dinner last night and had checked the menu online prior to arriving. I already knew what I wanted when I sat down. I ordered the Stuffed Acorn Squash. Acorn squash has been one of my absolute favorite foods since I was a child and was so excited to actually see such deliciousness on a MENU! As an ENTREE no less!! Ooohhh, I couldn't wait to try it. The moment finally arrived when the dish was placed before me. Oh my god....one bite....I was in heaven. It's one of those moments when you know the next time you come back, you won't want to order any other dish except this one. The food was fresh and oh so good. Yummmm...this is now one of my favorite restaurants. Also, the atmosphere was so inviting. Can't wait to take a bunch of my girlfriends here for an evening of gossip, wine and good food. There was also a three piece jazz band playing. This restaurant is just....awesome.

Henry Y.

Had to wait 10 minutes, and had a slightly squishy table for 3. It took another 10 minutes to order, but after that service was very prompt and attentive. Our waters were filled and we got extra ketchup. The chicken burger was excellent - it was really large, and I managed to finish only about 2/3 of it. It was juicy and not just a chicken breast. It was free range chicken meat formed into a very large patty. Probably the biggest burger I ever ate. The fries were great. The homemade ketchup was on the sweet side (I prefer vinegar in it), but it was good. My sister had the organic rice and vegetables and it was delicious. It was cooked well and it was flavorful. We had what was supposed to be a blackcurrant lemonade but it tasted and looked more like strawberry lemonade. A wee bit on the watery side, but satisfying nevertheless. My sister's eaten here a number of times and always liked it. I found it to be a really good place too, based on what we ate. I read thru some of the previous reviews and we did not experience any of the negative aspects.

Christy V.

I've had breakfast/brunch at Spring Street Natural twice now. While I'm not extraordinarily wowed by the menu, this is one of the few places in SoHo that is affordably priced AND has a huge space that almost always has a table available. As for the "natural" part of the restaurant's title: there are many tofu-oriented items, the poultry is naturally raised and organic vegetables and fruit are used when possible. There's also a large juice component. Yesterday we tried the cucumber-mint limeade. Brilliant green in colour, this was a refreshing beverage, but the smell of cucumber made me feel like I should smear it on my face or something. Smelled like face cream, sort of. But I felt healthy while I was drinking it - anything green makes me feel healthy, from jelly beans through to kale. I had the scrambled eggs with smoked turkey, onions and asparagus. It was sort of a like an egg hash and I liked it pretty well. My friend had the challah french toast - big portion, lots of fruit and tasty maple syrup. One of the things that I particularly liked was the fact that the breakfast items were served with french fries, not home fries. I love french fries and usually I prefer them so much more than the icky home fries that some places serve. Except for Jane - those are my favourite home fries ever. The thing that amazes me is that almost every brunch item is under $10. I just didn't think that you could find that brunch value outside of diners anymore. Which is kind of scary in itself!

David H.

Yuck! Crappy service and crabcakes that had more shells in them than crab. Not coming back here.

Lucy L.

I don't get by people come here.. One hungry afternoon.. walked in for some brunch.. service was slow, that means don't ever come here when you are hungry. I ordered an omelet.. let me just say worse omelet I've tasted. I was very disappointed. i thought nature food taste better.. I guess not or maybe it's just the restaurant.

The J.

I'm in the mood for yelping so I'm doing this even though it's based on a very abbreviated experience. It's Saturday afternoon, the air is crisp, the sun is shining, and no one is utilizing the outside seating. These are the last of the viable days for outside dining! My eating companion for the day, and myself hunker down into a nice spot and start browsing the menu. It's a lovely spread when you're looking for something thats a tad complex and reads great! We originally were just going to get tea (tiny teapots of tea--nothing fancy, but quaint and enjoyable- who doesn't love a little tea pot short and stout?) I had the Smoked Duck something something risotto. It was an appetizer, so not huge, but a good amount, and filled with flavor and chunks of deliciousness-- I felt like nothing was spared for this risotto-- and that's how it should always be. "Food companion" (that's what I want to call her) Had some bean soup. I forget what kind of beans-- a darker bean. Looked bigger than lentils. She found it lacked bursting flavor and broth. It was very thick-- but overall she liked it. Now to the important part. It was crowded inside the restaurant, and clearly we were being saved for last on every round of our waitress, but she was fantastic! She engaged us, apologized for her absence, gave us good recommendations on food complete with letting us test the soup because other patrons were a tad iffy on the batch (it wasn't anything bad-- just strong parsnips today) THEN!!! since it was cold, and we were such good sports-- we got some complimentary hot cocoa! and needless to say she got a good tip! Deservingly, She was also pretty cute-- always a good thing. So go-- try the food! I'll certainly be back

Kate M.

Had originally given it two stars with the following review: Just remembered having a really, really mediocre and overpriced brunch here a couple years back. I remember thinking "Wow, that wasn't worth it AT ALL." Then we finally gave this place a second chance as we were in the neighborhood, starving, and in a rare mood for some salads (for me.) I ordered Southwestern chicken salad and my husband ordered goat cheese salad. We were both happy with our choices. My salad came with heaps of chicken, and his salad came with heaps of goat cheese. Definitely worth the price for that alone, which is reasonable to begin with. I'm not usually a salad person, but I thought my salad was very tasty. Our dessert, which was a flourless chocolate torte, was a huge disappointment. My husband actually said it's one of the worst renditions of the dessert he's ever had. Loved the malt gelato served on the side, but it's from Il Lab so of course it was awesome. I still don't think it's a great restaurant or anything, but I'll go back for their salads.

Mini S.

Middle of the road across the board which is how I'd describe Spring Street Natural Restaurant. We tried several mains and an appetizer. The mussels we got for the starter were just okay and were saved by a good coconut based sauce. The crab raviolis were just okay and a bit more fishy than I would have liked, the skate was just okay, tender but a little too salty, and the Jamaican jerk pork was just okay, since I couldn't taste any jerk spice, just apple butter. The service was just okay, it was a little on the un-attentive side. And finally the price was just okay, I didn't feel like I was getting a bargain, nor did I feel I was overpaying. So really from top to bottom, things were well... just okay.

Rachel T.

This is a great place to stop for a fun but healthy meal in SoHo . . . the fresh juice here enabled me to convince myself that my martini was healthy enough to order a third. I assume it was organic, so it must be good for you. Plus, it was made with Acai and you just can't pass up on those antioxidants. The seared tuna salad was big enough to split between two happy people watchers sitting outside. You leave this place feeling good: good, nutritious eats with a minimal dent to the wallet. Simple and tasty.

Elizabeth H.

The Eats: Safe/fresh food. This became a staple just because of the location and my desire to want to eat healthy food. Not the best lunch and never made it for dinner. The sandwiches were always OK. From Turkey Clubs and Curry Chicken Salad Sandwiches to massive salads, the lunch was always tasty but nothing I craved. The drinks on the other hand, were a totally different story. Order a blood orange (or the juice of the day) margarita (which comes in a martini glass). Fantiddilytastic fresh juice martinis. The Experience: This is a local Nolita/SOHO staple because of the location on Spring St. I saw Beyonce walking down the street while I was eating outside once. So there are bonuses in the outdoor seating. The inside is also airy and clean feeling with large windows. It gets a bit crowded at times and the seating it tight. Spring Natural always has fresh produce and hormone free meats. I wonder if that is why I try to like it, or maybe I just want the drinks. Bonus points for making me feel healthy about the things that I consume, with the simple addition of 'natural' to their title. I appreciate the nod to my health. I will finish that off with one of your alcoholic beverages, thank you. The Damage: Not bad for NYC, but not great for lunch. Plan on spending $15-30 per person.

victoria v.

I guess, with this being the 72nd review of the place...Spring Street Natural is no new find. But it was a new find for us, starving, some of us (um, NOT me) on the way to full blown DR. Jekyll behavior!!! I loved this place, despite it's burnt umber interior, and poor acoustics (was a bit loud). Candles, ceiling fans and....excellent drinks and excellent healthy foods saved the night! I had the most perfect drink: vanilla vodka, cointreau, blood orange juice, raspberry, and splash of cranberry. mmm. I had the most delicious unfattening dinner!! Organic brown rice, tahini sauce, black beans, vegetables and hijiki seaweed. Super yummy...and....the best part....little white bikini, here I come :D

sandra g.

What a major disappointment. The only thing this place has going for itself is the location and the somewhat cute interior. Food: The food was medicore at best. I got the taco salad which was a plate of chips with some rice and greens in the middle. Not what I expected, which was ok, but it didnt taste good and seemed like it was slopped onto the plate. The mushroom app was not salted at all and the scallops were way over cooked. I would compare the food that I ate here to a Friday's, but worse. Service: Also, the service is poor. Unfortunately, the wait staff is not attentive and does a poor job of catering to the basic needs of the table such as filling up water, or stopping by the table once the food is served to see if all is good. I would consider going somewhere else in the neighborhood as this place doesnt have much to offer.

Mike B.

This place was like eating a Rachel Ray 30 minute meal. The interior is surprisingly big with fantastic people watching seating on a very busy and interesting corner. The staff is very friendly and helpful, but the food is nothing special. I got a pan roasted chicken breast with green beans and au gratin. My wife got spinach ravioli. We also got some veggie spring rolls as an appetizer. We both felt like we could have made the entire dish ourselves. I appreciate when places try to keep things simple without trying to over season a dish, but I swear my chicken was seasoned only with cheap table salt and some black pepper. It was like one of those meals my mom used to make where I would have complimented her because it was pretty good, but by no means did I have an urge to clear my plate. In fact we left with two half eaten meals and had no desire to take anything back as leftovers. All this being said, food quality wouldn't be a huge indictment on this place if the prices weren't so high. Why pay $20.00/dish for something that Rachel Ray would advertise as a low creativity, low cost, low effort, low time consuming meal? Note I live in NY, about 3 blocks away, so my complaints about the price is relative to other restaurants in the area. If I were to break it down: People Watching: 4 stars Service: 4 stars Food: 3 stars Price (considering quality): 1 star

Lorena F.

Good atmosphere and good food. Great for lunch/dinner with friends after window shopping in Soho.

Richard G.

I went last Friday with my girlfriend. She recommended the place and after the meal I realized why this was her favorite restaurant. Great food, awesome environment and overall good service. Took a little while to finish paying but that didn't really bother us because we were so stuffed by the huge salads we got; which were fresh and delicious. Can't wait to go back and order the beef short ribs.

Amanda L.

Amazing salads. I had this great chicken salad with pear and gargonzola! Handsome waiters too!

HanaDC T.

I stopped by this restaurant since I had to get on Green line. The green line subway stop is very close to this restaurant. I had an ice coffee and vege fried rice. Ice coffee is so bland. Vege fried rice did not have any flavor. It is located in nice location and the inside looks like oasis. But I would not come back here to eat the food.

Peter L.

The food is fine here, but the service is just utterly and completely clueless. I've tried to like this place b/c it's one of the few unpretentious places in the neighborhood and the food is pretty healthy. Walked in today to get some brunch and 20 minutes later walked out as they still hadn't managed to get a server over to our table. It's too bad they can't seem to get their act together.

Amy G.

Went here for lunch with my dad the other day. They have quite an impressive number of vegetarian & vegan options and a comfortable, airy atmosphere. I had the spring rolls with a chili-plum sauce (nicely crispy but a little on the oily side) and the grilled seitan appetizer (the seitan was chewy & tender but too charred-tasting, and would have been better served with some sauce instead of the watery marinating liquid). The rustic fries were flavorful and not greasy, and my dad seemed to enjoy his lamb sandwich. Not the most amazing meal, but I'd definitely go back to try some more dishes.

Zina S.

Food was ok, but service was very very slow. Also the place is huge and the noise level is overwhelming, even thought we were sitting in the corner behind the trees -- we could barely hear each other. Also bathrooms! omg.. I think subway stations have better.

Megan C.

I give the ingredients (and they way they're all put together) and A+. If you're whole-food/organic/health conscious, you'll be thrilled at their selection.. and if you're not.. well the food is still quite savory. Since going on a health kick, finding tasty food has not always been easy. This place renews my faith that you can eat well without giving up flavor. Warning - I believe it's been written up in a tour guide or twenty, so it's can be pretty busy and a bit noisy. Also once or twice it was impossible to flag down a waiter for a very very long amount of time....

Melissa S.

Really great location. Right down the street from where I was working while in NYC, so I went here quite a bit. It is a really comfy place to sit and people watch since it is right on the corner of Spring and Lafayette. Carrot juice is delish-- very fresh and tasty. They also have a pretty decent wine selection. I have been here alone, and with a group of friends, who also really liked it. Fresh salads, nice portion sizes. and the homemade vinagrette is yummy.

Patricia S.

Spring Street Natural was the place my boyfriend and I ventured after being disturbed by the decor, and consequently, not eating at the palm. What we got at Spring Street: totally romantic atmosphere, affordable fares, and DELICIOUS food. When we were seated, the candle on our table was actually burning, so we took that as a good sign (in contrast to the million other places where, luck generally has it, our candle is the only candle that is not only NOT lit, but is usually a waxy nub with no sign of a wick). For appetizers, we ordered a cream of parsnip soup and a bottle of chardonnay (what can I say, we like wine). Both delicious. Our entrees were out in practically no time (I'm sure that bottle of vino had something to do with it) and when they arrived, they were both pretty dang perfect. I ordered the organic salmon, which was accompanied by seasoned mashed potatoes with a garden salsa and some roasted zucchini. My boyfriend had the grass-fed hanger steak, which was a perfect combination of crispy on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside. Service was sparce, but they set us up right away and we didn't really need anything once our food arrived. So all in all, it was a pretty good dining experience. Our bill ended up being around 80 bucks, and that's including an entire bottle of wine. I even had leftovers, which I happily enjoyed today for lunch =)

Candice H.

Disappointing all around. A natural foods restaurant should have more exciting vegetarian choices. I havent been for dinner but have been consistently disappointed by their lunch. Salads were bland, the veggie burger was painful. An organic vegetable dish of theirs was off but mainly because i prefer wakame to hijiki. Ordering a special would be a safer bet. Drinks were enjoyable, prices fair enough. Also, I was surprised that they didnt have sangria when I went. I felt like that would be a great place to serve a house made sangria.

Srini V.

I have been here for breakfast several times, after having walked past it prior to that--the facade is quite bland and unimpressive. Over time I have learnt to get what I like the most--the goat cheese salad, the edamame, yuca fritters and their fresh juices. There is something about the whole experience that causes me to not give them more than three stars. The service is quite understated yet effective. It must be the ambience, which is blah at best. Make sure you secure a window seat!

Marie T.

Good place to meet up for a casual meal with lots of friends. I went on a Thursday night and there was a live band playing. I was sitting on the opposite side so I couldn't really hear them but it set up a nice atmosphere. Dishes here smell really good. My friends roast chicken dish smelled incredibly enticing and my seared tuna steak did too. The tuna was pretty good, and it was on top of a wasabi mashed potatoe which was my favorite part. Portions are big. Im not in love with this place but I would come back here again since the service was good and I was happy at the end of my meal.

Katt L.

A favorite after yoga class with friends for dinner. All of us were at various stages of vegetarianism and loved the food. Creatures of habit, we ordered salads, veggies, seitan and tofu dishes that were really yummy. Very good service and nice outdoor seating if you can snag a table.

Jessica S.

Why do I have to get up to refill my kukicha tea myself in the smallest cup imaginable? Why is my plate of macrobiotic vegetables and rice nearly $20? Why is crispy seitan soggy? Why did I go here?

Katie C.

I'm really glad I came here, as I had just flown into New York after a long cross-country flight from SF and was in need of some good 'ole wholesome sustenance. Basically, I wanted fresh vegetables and perhaps a cocktail. I got both here. This is such a great space tucked away on a corner in an uber-cute neighborhood. Additionally, talk about reasonable prices? Not sure I'll be running back here anytime soon, though. As although I had a great dining experience, there are just too many other options to choose from in NYC.

Jo W.

This is my default place to eat near my apt There is never really is a long wait, there is a lot of fresh produce options, and the food is usually pretty tasty. I generally order the salads, vegetable stir-fry with seafood, or fish. There have been a few occasions where the food was a bit dry (e.g. grilled chicken or steak) so if I were you, I would stick with the vegetable and seafood dishes. The service is generally okay although there have been times when the staff can be a bit inattentive or seemingly rude.

Emily R.

The seafood risotto had great flavor but could have been creamier. My salad was huge and acceptable but not exceptional. The waitress was a little inattentive to say the least. I might go back but I wouldn't go out of my way.

Wayne S.

The food is good, filling and natural. Ray the bartender is great! Just a nice place to eat.

Krystle M.

Don't waste your time. For the price and neighborhood, there are so many better options. The inside reminded me of TGIFridays. The food wasn't horrible, it just wasn't good and I thought it was sloppy. Perhaps the brunch is better. I doubt I will find out.

Melanie M.

Decent location if you are too hungry to think of anywhere else to go and you happen to be standing across the street, because that's what happened to me! The Grilled Tuna sandwich (special of the day) was decent. The fries were good. The ketchup needed a lot of help. The service was brilliant. Fast, friendly and efficient. The people watching is prime!!

Sarah F.

Good, not great food. I liked everything I ate here but there is nothing that really jumps out in my mind as amazing. Nice atmosphere, big windows, lots of plants. I think the prices were a little high for what they are serving but the portions were generous. I'd eat here again but it's not on the top of my list

Irene S.

Always a good choice! Great service and a fun hood to be in. I love that the meat is hormone free.

Dina F.

Service is here is a bit spotty and the menu is also hit or miss. That said, it's a pretty dependable SoHo spot for lunch - there's never a wait and the prices are fair. Try the salmon salad or the veggie cheddar burger, both are quite good!

Kate M.

Finally! A restaurant that has GREAT vegan options I can eat but that I can also bring my friends to. Great atmosphere, great food, and everyone in your group whether vegan, vegetarian, or serious carnivore will find something on the menu they like!

Alexander M.

Came here on a recent week night and it was almost filled to capacity so we got a dark corner table near the bathrooms... fine - the live music sort of made up for it. The menu is nice but doesn't scream 'natural,' and yet somehow you're forced to pay a premium for things like a lamb burger or a cobb salad. I got a special which was the pumpkin ravioli and it was very good - creamy and not too much, but the pumpkin chunks on top of the pumpkin filling was maybe a little aggressive. The dandelion greens made for a good side but shouldn't have been placed under entrees. Most of the desserts featured cashews quite prominently which was a confusing choice but the berry tart with sorbet was good. Service is a little slow but very friendly. Not as pricey or sceney as other spots in the hood but probably not as good either.

Laura A.

I have been eating at Spring Street for a decade and it never disappoints. Most recently, I went for dinner where I had corn and garlic encrusted swordfish with sweet potato fries and perfectly prepared asparagus. My friend ordered the baked chicken, which was served upon the most decadent and delicious mashed sweet potatoes. The ambiance is always just right, whether brunch with friends or an intimate dinner. It's also modestly priced for the high quality food. Delicious, seasonal and lovely.

Erik W.

2:30pm on a cold rainy Sunday. No wait for a party of two and a great window seat watching the rest of the miserable cold New Yorkers and tourists struggle to keep their umbrellas from breaking further. Service was friendly and helpful in making menu selections. Butternut squash soup, taco salad and south western salad were all as aesthetically appealing as they were delicious. Drink specials looked great but we didn't dabble. As hard as I tried to find the bottom of my water glass, I failed time and again as they were all over it. Kind enough to ask permission before each fill too. Ambiance was great. Would definitely recommend to a friend and come back if in the neighborhood.

David B.

A fine restaurant with a good variety of American options on the healthier side. Saturday evening around 7:45: There were plenty of tables, immediate seating - A big plus in the area. My wife and I shared two of the standard salad entrées, along with a pair of Brooklyn Oktoberfest draft pints. Total bill came to about $45 + Gratuity. Taco Salad: Do you eat it with the chips or the fork? Is it supposed to be all mashed up together? Doesn't seem to matter. It was certainly tasty, though a little bulked up with too much rice for my taste. Quinoa Salad: Summery, light and packed with flavor. Perfect to follow an active day about town. Downstairs bathrooms were subpar on both genders' accounts. Friendly staff, tasty meals. I would return if we were ever back in the neighborhood looking for a no-wait supper. It will not be a place that we go out of our way for, aside from perhaps a larger group meal, as there appeared to be plenty of seating for groups.

Amanda F.

Very good food! And a very nice atmosphere. The free bread is amazing! Only complaint...I got shrimp stir fry with rice. There was only two pieces of shrimp and there was so much sauce that my stir fry was more of a soup. Although it was very delicious soup.

S M.

Food is just ok. The salad entrees are weird- a bit too much salad- overpriced desserts ($9 for a piece of pie?). Their bathrooms are kind of unappealing- going to the basement, which looks totally different from the restaurant area, and not in a good way (walls could use a cleaning, paint job, etc.) bathroom looks like crap, different tiles patched up here and there, nasty ceiling, broken tiles, is a turn off. I just ask WHY.

Amy P.

Came here with my vegetarian friend for lunch last Sunday. I'd been meaning to try this place for a while since I always see people eating outside and they have a very diverse, vegetarian-friendly menu. We walk in and the place is half empty. In their defense, the space is huge-- but with so many better options for lunching nearby, I now understand why it wasn't packed. We ordered some brunch cocktails to start, which the waitress messed up my friend's order. For our meals: I got the frittata which was just okay, nothing memorable. My friend ordered the grilled vegetable sandwich which was very dry, served on really hard bread. When the owner? came by to ask us how everything was tasting, my friend mentioned how dry her sandwich was, and the woman agreed! She happily returned with a side sauce, but we thought it was strange how she didn't even attempt to deny or defend the dish... but thankfully the owner came by at all, because our waitress was MIA for most of the meal. Prices were average, food and service were not great. I don't see myself returning anytime soon.

S B.

I love their Kale Caesar Salad!!! I could eat it 3x out of the week. edit: 1/24/15 They no longer have this salad.

Nancy W.

I absolutely love coming here for the food! The service is pretty bad a times but I like that there usually isn't a wait for a table. I used to really like the tomato bread here but I feel that the quality has went down. I've tried a bunch of different things off their menu before and it's always been good. Be warned the portions are gigantic so you can even share a dish with your friend if you're not too hungry.

Jonas T.

I placed a large order for my crew that had been working hard all day. There were a few mistakes, and when I returned later on that night I spoke with the manager JoEla. She was understanding and apologetic, she offered to make it up the next time I visited. I came in later on that week with my mother and the manager that was on that day Tari, had been informed of the situation and compensated us accordingly. All interactions were carried out with a smile, matching the ethos of organic natural food. The food is flavorful as well as interesting. I will return often.

David W.

Excellent food, service...what more could you ask for in New York. Highly recommended!!!

Minto S.

I saw the ad for this restaurant in the village voice for years and ignored it because of the poor quality, funny looking logo they have. Now it's one of my favorite restaurants in the neighborhood. The dishes are very tasty and taste fresh. The service is great, The place is large and open and feels very comfortable even though it's jam packed. The place is great for vegetarians also.

Annie M.

It was so busy at Soho area and we're starving for food. Therefore, we went in this restuarant and got something to eat. The scollops were ok. The grilled chicken with brown rice was so dry (like a jerky)!! The services was terrible!! We didn't get a glass of water and the bill at least 20 mins after we asked.

Saba F.

Fresh, healthy options. Pretty standard service. They make many items, such as their ketchup, in house. The ambiance is nice and it feels chic yet comfortable.

Danan R.

I do love the entrees here but zi would ask them to go easy on the oil in the stir-fry. The seafood stir-fry with brown rice and shrimp, scallops, and calamari in the tamari sauce was good with huge shrimp and colossal scallops but a bit oily. The roasted cauliflower, sauteed and diced onions, and kale were nice touches, though, and the sweet potato bread with fresh butter was amazing, as always. The edamame was also perfectly salted. Still a top lunch option in Soho. The portion is also enough for 2 meals. Just ask for less oil or get it steamed, which is my personal preference.

Kathie S.

I come here whenever I'm in NYC and have never been dissppointed. The chicken salad is the best. the crab cakes are wonderful. This place is such a change from the usual American junk food.

Jason H.

Pretty good food here (If a bit pricey) - I had the seafood risotto which was pretty good - large shrimp, scallops, and plenty of mussels. Nice atmosphere, nice decor. Great servers too - try to get Sophie, she was awesome! Very attentive, very helpful.

Nick B.

Downtown and hungry? Looking for a place to sit down and eat but your group consists of vegans,vegetarians and carnivores? What to do? Go to Spring Street Natural. For over 20 years, it is the go to place for a nice sit down meal with a great variety of eats. The large windows are great for people watching and the bar can be a destination in itself. The food is consistantly good, service is attentive and a great time will be had by all.

Boon K.

the hummus platter was really good to share with your friends and the sizes are big as I order the sea bass and barely scratch the surface. It was well season and tender.

Rise D.

I went here for lunch with my sister. I thought the food was good and service was quick. I had the veggie burger and sweet potato fries. It tasted very healthy. Wish I could have tried more stuff on the menu.

William P.

My parents, myself, and wife are visiting New York and stumbled upon this gem of a restaurant after our shopping trip. Let's just get to the point: our waitress took it upon herself to add 20% gratuity to our bill for a table of four, because she heard us speaking a different language, thought that we're foreign (when confronted, she timidly said because we looked like we're not from from here, and maybe didn't want to calculate it ourselves), and doesn't know enough English or American customs to ask about it. Sure, we are foreign, but that doesn't mean we've never eaten in a restaurant in the US before. Sure, I have an accent, but I do speak English. Thanks a lot for the discrimination Spring Street Natural Restaurant! You may want to ask next time if they have any other discriminating policies that may impact you!

Laryssa W.

"La la la tomato bread," is a tune I sang while skipping the few blocks to Spring Street Natural, where I took my boyfriend for brunch on Sunday morning. I already knew the tomato bread is amazing, and I've even ordered whole loaves of it to take home. I was pleased to find that Spring Street Natural, which I've visited almost a dozen other times for lunch and dinner, has vegan brunch options! We were seated immediately and helped ourselves to the complementary kukicha tea that's always available to guests. We both ordered the Cuban brunch ($10) with tofu scramble rather than chicken. The plate is filled with a generous portion of black beans, Spanish rice, plátanos maduros, and salad. I loved everything about this dish except the fact that the lettuce was piled rather unimaginatively on top. Spring Street Natural is my SoHo standard for delicious, healthy food that pleases almost everyone. I've taken so many different kinds of friends and family members to eat here, and they've all enjoyed it.

Mallory A.

My favorite restaurant in soho. Great healthy food and amazing salads. I have never been disappointed here. It's just a tad pricey but the quality of the ingredients is above average.

Youna S.

My friend and I randomly stumbled upon this restaurant while walking up Lafayette. We were trying to find a nice, decent restaurant and decided to come in here. It has a friendly and comfortable atmosphere in that people were sitting outside eating and enjoying the weather. We walked in and were seated immediately. We had the Organic Chickpea Hummus as our appetizer. I'm not a big fan of hummus but this was goood! The toasted pita bread was still warm when it came out and was delicious when dipped in hummus. For my main entree, I got the Shrimp Quesadilla (I decided to be safe since I'm not big on trying new things..). It came with three or four..huge quesadillas and a huge side of caesar salad. It was delicious, I loved it. Couldn't finish my plate so I had to give my last quesadilla to my friend (wish I could've finished it though because it was so good!). The waiters were alright. My friend asked for ginger ale, then a diet coke, but we thought that the waiter couldn't understand him because he said they didn't have any and just walked off...but my friend eventually got his soda.

Albert W.

Grilled calamari with my caesar salad? Strange. But it was pretty good. High marks for serving healthy food here with a nice unpretentious atmosphere. Good coffee, good service - a go to spot if you can't decide on where else to go in the neighborhood.

Priya S.

We were looking for a late night dinner and popped into this place. Amazing atmosphere and service. We were seated right away and has the pleasure of meeting our waiter within minutes. The food was tasty and prepared well. I loved that the menu had fresh squeezed juices. great date spot!

Hayley A.

I liked how extensive the menu was, but wasn't very impressed with the food. I ordered an omelete. My friend's meatball sub was gross. The bread was totally sogged out when it arrived and disintegrated under the weight of the meatballs. Our waiter was very nice, but the place gets so crowded on weekends that it's a little overwhelming.

Jonathon J.

Bland risotto app with a film over the cream sauce . Its an app, how long did they let it sit on the window? It was embarrassing. The undercooked asparagus stuck out like a sour thumb in the grey looking sauce with no salt..... Ironicall.....Over salted mahi mahi. Had to send it back.... Best thing here is the free bread. Seriously. Staff was cordial though.

Lisa M.

What is absolutely great about this place is that is it enormous, airy and light by NY standards. Despite turning up at peak brunch hour on a Saturday, we were seated immediately. This place is the perfect location for a pre/post Soho shopping trip with the girls (or your girlfriend). I had a mixed carrot and orange juice and the challah french toast with chicken apple sausage. All were delicious, generous portions - the french toast was piled high with fresh berries. There are also good vegetarian options - so a nice place to bring a group with varying dietary requirements :-). Since I had a teensy weensy hangover the morning I went there, I walked in feeling like I'd been run over by a bus. I walked out feeling just this side of normal and also quite saintly for giving my poor abused body some "healthy organic food".

Hillary M.

Never had a bad meal here. Delicious seasonal menu, great atmosphere, good service, yummy bread, vegetarian friendly, fresh ingredients, and free tea! A bit pricey for my usual budget, but worth it.

Camille M.

This place serves excellent food... However, today, I had the free range chicken burger - I didn't like it at all. The texture and flavor of the chicken was just off? I don't know how else to explain it. The sauces didn't pair well. I just recommend other dishes on the menu... That's all. Again, the southwestern chicken salad is a good option and there are many others on the menu. I'll be back.

Carl G.

I didn't have that much of a chance to explore their full menu, so I will have to return, but I can speak about the cocktails. The Pimms is quite delightful, and their take on a Left Bank martini is acceptable enough. The one dish I did sample was the roast beets and goat cheese. Excellent, from presentation to the quality and nature of the beets. The goat cheese wasn't exceptional, but in the grand scheme of things worked reasonably well.

Laura S.

I loved the big portion (...well the food is not cheap, so if at least the portion did not match with the price, I would be not happy at all). I ordered Quinoa salad to-go, and with so many healthy ingredients in one salad - great! But I did feel that they made it tooooo much so went over the suggested one person portion (which.... is not so good anymore). May be cheaper and more balanced portion of food could have been better

Meghan J.

Well, I won't be back- and here's why: Stopped in randomly for dinner on a Sat night- the specials and the beautiful large space filled with happy-looking people lured us in. Between the crotchety nose-in-the-air hostess who copped a tude with my bf and the bar tender who sloppily splashed my $10 glass of malbec all over the damned place sort of made me want to leave. and I should have!! but I figured we won't be dealing with the hostess or the bar once we sit, and things will be ok. But, they weren't ok. After we sat we learned that 3 of the dishes we were looking to order were sold out. Thought about leaving again, but didn't. Blast! Started off with decent shrimp wontons, the slaw was delicious and shrimp were big, however the outside was overly dry and bread-crumby. My bf got the soft shell crab special which was tiny, un-meaty, and overly fishy. I got the hanger steak...which were these sad, pathetic, over-cooked strips, STRIPS, of meat. Fries that came with mine were mushy and the ketchup sauce crap was watery. The arugula and gorgonzola salad was tasty, but who cares it's salad. I considered saying something to the waiter, but we really just wanted to leave and not come back There are way too many other delicious restaurants in the area for me to ever come back here.

Sharon Z.

Spring Street Natural brings you delicious, average-priced (in NYC standards) food from the freshest ingredients! They start out by giving you the complementary bread and butter, but remember to only get the tomato bread and feel free to ask for refills. It's light and fluffy and you won't believe it's made from tomatoes. We had Grilled Catfish (Special of the day) served with a spinach purée, spinach salad and brown rice, and the Grilled Grass-Fed Steak Sandwich. Both were tasty but not too overbearing with flavors so it is definitely fresh! Also recommended are the Seafood Risotto (in the appetizer section but comes in a rather large portion) and the Mediterranean Grilled Yellowfin Tuna Sandwich (it's made as a salad on the menu but I had it as a sandwich). Come on a Thursday night, order a bottle of red, and enjoy the live jazz with delicious and healthy food.

Kourtney L.

This place was okay-- ordered the shrimp stir-fry and the shrimp was super overcooked. Friend and I sent it back and the shrimp sent out new pieces were practically raw (seemingly to "prove a point").. outside seating, but service kind of sucked so that ruined the mood a bit.. ordered the hummus as an appetizer which was good, but nothing special

Ernest A.

This place was OK. I had the salmon, tasted good but not mind blowing. Server was perfectly attentive and nice, ambiance was decent for such a large place, as was the crowd, but the food was a bit overpriced for what it was. I would go back, but it lacked something to make it stand out.

Anna T.

The food here is EXCELLENT. If the service and experience were up there to match, I would have given 5 stars. Spring Street Natural is poppin in the afternoon - I went to meet some friends for lunch. I had to flag down a bus boy after a while, poor guy, and ask him to find out who our waitress was. She finally came and took our orders. When we were finished we had to send up smoke signals to get her attention so she could give us the bill. I think the problem is that the space is just so large (very nice, by the way) but they can't seem to manage it too well. This was my first time, so maybe it's better at other times. You would think that since it's lunch hour in SoHo they should have a system down by now. I got the turkey sandwich - bread was hearty and grainy with a generous slice of Saint-andré cheese. Fun fact: "The fat content of Saint-andré is so exceptionally high it can make a white wine taste sour and metallic" - Wikipedia. This came with a spread of lingonberry preserves. It was crazy good combo. Their french fries are done right too. I even ate all the mixed greens because the vinaigrette was so tasty. Though a bit pricy, I would like to try other dishes. However I want the service to improve beforehand if I come back.

Pam R.

The Natural is good for lunch or dinner because it is spacious and food very good; but went for first time today for breakfast and was disappointed: limited overpriced menu for small scoop yogurt, like 2 (not exaggerating) wilted not fresh strawberries without even the tops cut off, bad coffee and bad service. My waiter never once checked on me.

Zach G.

Girlfriend and I stopped in here for lunch and were disappointed. The service was unbearably slow - it took fifteen minutes for someone to take our order, about the same for our server to drop the check when we were through, and I had to bring it up to the register myself because he hadn't returned to pick it up. We could see him standing around chatting with the wait staff. Other tables in my seating area (front near the windows) were also irritated that he was so absent. The food was a let down. I ordered a salad with grilled tuna, my girlfriend had the chopped salad with chicken. The options looked good on the menu, but were prepared poorly. My tuna was overcooked, and both of our dressings were remarkably bland. As other members have reported (I should have read the reviews) we started feeling sick shortly after eating. Poor service along with food that falls flat and upsets my stomach means I won't be here again.

Amanda G.

I went here yesterday and ordered the salmon. It was good except for the HAIR that I found under the broccoli. I told the waiter and he wasn't all that apologetic. I received no apology from the manager, either, and no discount or anything reflected in the bill. The waiter was also fairly inattentive and the person refilling our water managed to spill it onto the table every time. Not going back.

Willa F.

Great atmosphere, lovely vibe... fabulous food! A definite must try, especially if you're gluten-free or vegan and/or you just love fresh and healthy food.

Carnley P.

This place serves a solid BLT with a side of interesting veggie chips (like potato chips, but not). We stopped in for a quick bite at lunch time and were seated immediately. Service was adequate, but had to ask for my check- which you shouldn't have to do at lunch when people have a limited amount of time.

Yanill P.

I would say this place is an upscale diner. The food is good but nothing special or memorable. Nothing on the menu really stands out. I always get the steak sandwich and fries which never disappoints. Portions are decent and drinks are pretty strong. This is the type of place you go to pre-game or after a long day of shopping or running errands. Place is very large and service is not bad. The End :]

Matt K.

Favorite restaurant in NYC thus far. Their sweet potatoes are amazing. Quick service and perfect price-quality ratio. We got there when we couldn't get into Balthazar a few doors away, and didn't regret the decision. Would recommend it to anyone!

Sven S.

Came to this restaurant without any prior knowledge of its menu! Everything is home made organic and lots of gluten free options. The menu is excellent and constantly shifting/changing. What a great place to bring people from out of town and is super convenient.

Ashley D.

I finally tried Spring Street Natural yesterday with a friend for a late afternoon Saturday brunch. While it was nothing like what I expected it was still a good experience overall. Pros: -large enough space that the wait time moves quickly -ample bar space for diners in case you don't want to wait -wonderful service -great for both vegetarians and their meat loving friends -located right near the 6 train -salad was amazing Cons: -even at 3pm there was still a wait for a table -hostess left something to be desired -chicken sandwich was lacking versus expectation -two tables of crying babies I would really like to try this place for lunch or dinner and will definitely come back, even just for the delicious salads. Great location to start a shopping day in SOHO.

Thalia D.

Came here with a friend who is vegan for late evening dinner. They have plentiful vegetarian options. We had a watermelon salad with basalmic and mint that was really tasty (special) and the stir fry veggies - classic style with seitan. The sauce - its of the salty Tamari variety but I like that! There was more seitan than veggies which my friend said was different than usual. The portions are generous so we split the entree and there was still enough to take home. The service was friendly but not super attentive, I felt like we had to waive a flag to get our servers attention. Agree with another reviewer that the environment was a little generic, but the booths are comfy enough and its not too brightly lit. (mood lighting - yes please.) I do appreciate that they have healthy food so I'll go back and try again for lunch or brunch and try out a chicken / seafood dish perhaps next time.

Mary P.

What's that? Is it a hobo? Why is it on the drink menu?? Oh! Its a woman leaning on a broom. There's something magical about being at Spring Street Natural when then sun goes down and the candles are your source of light in a dim room, sitting by the window on the corner with palms or ferns or a ficus? tree above your head. Its almost like being outside, somewhere nature-y, yet the streets teem with Soho crowds and are a glance away from your window seat. On top of the smashing ambiance I was delighted with the food. Natural and organic tear me apart because I have the tendency to want to eat them and make fun of it all the same. Maybe I'm turning into that hipster you see on the street and I'm going to disappear someday into an organophile or even worse, a demanding localtarian. Still from the bread to the meal I enjoyed the flavors Natural Kitchen had to offer. They have this soft lightly peach bread (can't figure out what exactly is in it) that pairs well with butter and a toasted sesame white bread. Both are delicious. My date had the almond cheese veggie burger which was pretty decent and the herb'd fries are good. The ketchup was homemade, lightly sweet. My meal of happy chicken (free range) pan seared with greens and sweet potatoes au gratin was pretty decent. I'm glad I didn't eat a salad! The chicken was crispy on the outside almost like fried chicken but not greasy and cooked just right. The broom hobo lady was mocking me from start to finish (she's on the check!). Perhaps she's a witch because this meal was magical. Loved it!

Theresa H.

Delicious food! Service was fast and waitstaff were on top of everything. My chicken burger was perfect and the homemade fries were to die for! Everything I've tried on the menu is delicious! You can tell they use fresh ingredients. I will definitely be going back soon!

Chantelle E.

We came in on a sunny afternoon and sat in the bar. I am from out of town, and we were looking for a great spot to people watch, catch up with my gf and have some glasses of wine. This was just what we were looking for! This place has a great location, and great service as well. By the time we were leaving they were setting up for live music, which looked to be promising. And the menu, although I did not get to try anything, looked divine!

Janice D.

I have been wanting to try this restaurant and it certainly exceeded the good expectations I already had! Great experience, good service, a good spacious table by the window, and most of all, delicious and generous portions of food. They made healthy food great! The medallion of seitan marsala was great - huge portion (i was only able to finish half the plate and now have the rest for lunch). The meatball hero was great too - with a huge portion of salad to go with. The flourless chocolate cake was to scrumptious. Definitely coming back!

Francisco A.

Fast service, ok food, avoid the veggie burger

Zoraida L.

On my previous visit to Spring I enjoyed a wonderful meal. My most recent visit sad to say, was quite disappointing. The gorgonzola pesto pasta was bland, the sauce was overly oily, and the pine nut garnish reminded me of the cheap peanuts you get when you fly. My partner's black linguine with seafood was equally underwhelming. While the linguine was great quality and cooked to perfection, the squid and shrimp were slightly rubbery and overcooked. The seafood broth could've woken up the dish and tied the ingredients together. Instead, it was too bland and made this one boring dish. To top it off, we barely saw our waiter, who seemed unconcerned with our satisfaction. While the dishes sounded like good and delicious ideas, they were poorly executed.

Livia C.

This used to be my regular weekend lunch spot. With that said, why the 3 stars... well food-wise, I'd give it 4... but service brings the overall rating to 3. Upon entering, you'll most likely be greeted by a hostess who doesn't seem to care whether you're there or not. This has happened almost every time I've been there. You may also have to wait 10 min before a server comes to your table. For the rest of your meal, you'll only see the bus boy run around to refill waters. What keeps me going back is the tuna salad. It's so yummy and big, I don't really need the server to come back for anything else.

Kay G.

Arrived at 3:45 for Brunch. We were handed the dinner menu. My friend saw someone having the French toast and asked for that. The waiter said sure, then said that brunch was over. Apparently the kitchen stops cooking the brunch menu before 4 pm, even though it says brunch ends at 4. So we ordered from the dinner menu. We ordered the hummus and pita to start. Unfortunately our waiter forgot about our appetizer. He came over and when we asked what happened, he said he forgot and our entrees would be arriving in about 2 minutes. Funnily enough he said that it would not be on the bill. Obviously is we are not getting our app then it should not be paid for. About 5 minutes later our entrees appeared. My friends both ordered the kimchi-lamb burger which they said was great. I ordered almond-veggie cheddar burger which was ok. Nothing special, though it did come with sweet potato fries, which were fine.

Ashwin M.

Great brunch experience. My friends and I came hungry and SSN didn't disappoint. I got the Cuban brunch and everyone else went for the Mayan eggs. Mine was good, but the others were raving about the Mayan eggs so I'd say go for that! From the couple bites I tried it was excellent. Crusty tortilla underneath runny fried eggs and black beans, mmm! Side of chicken apple sausage wasn't bad, but I was expecting more. Bellinis and bloody Marys were on the money, very tasty. Service was adequate, no complaints. One of my new favorite brunch spots for sure because of the reasonable prices and it's a great half way point between me (UES) and Brooklyn friends! But as with most popular spots, they don't take weekend brunch reservations.

Helen L.

There's something about the large windows or the wooden seating at this restaurant that give it an earthy feel. Perhaps its the plants they have inside or the spacious feeling you have. The only things that are not spacious is the middle seatings. Grab a booth if you can! I've always liked the mini lights strung up on the trees outside the restaurant. It gives it a romantic whimsical. They house a lot of organic foods and hormone-free poultry. The grilled calamari w dipping sauce is always a favorite. The salads are always refreshing. Desserts are delish especially that one time we had the lavender green tea ice cream. I enjoy this place for a laid back brunch or a pleasant dinner with the significant other or a very small group. It gets pretty packed so its suggested to arrive early or reservations if they take it (I don't recall!).

Beth S.

There would definitely be more stars on this review if the service was better. As noted by another reviewer who posted yesterday, both the hostess and my waitress need better training or I'll not be returning. I entered and stood at the hostess stand for a few minutes while someone who I assumed was the hostess chatted on the phone. Turns out that was a waitress... it took another couple of minutes for the hostess to come seat me. The menu had lots of wonderful options, both vegetarian and not and I chose an entree chopped salad. My waitress came over and I ordered the salad - thankfully she asked me if I wanted chicken in the salad (options are tofu or chicken) because I wanted tofu but had forgotten to specify when I ordered. A busboy delivered the salad within 5 minutes of me ordering - it was enormous and loaded with big pieces of tofu. The dressing was fantastic, the cheese was great. I do wish that as a chopped salad it had been chopped a little smaller but really a great value for the money and delicious. I had to ask someone for bread - I saw bread baskets on every other table. (There's even something on the menu about buying their "famous" bread.) When I was done with the meal (and no one checked to see if I needed more water) I put my napkin in my plate and looked around. The room had calmed down and my waitress was at the hostess stand with her back to me (and to her section) and they were chatting. My attempts to get someone's attention didn't work - there was virtually no one else in the section so there were no bus boys and the waitress was just not turning around. Finally she noticed me and brought the bill. I specifically paid by credit card so I could leave a small tip. I saw the waitress only when she took the order and when she dropped off the check. With better service this would be a 4 or even 5 star review.

Therese T.

I have been here only once but will definitely return. I came in for brunch with a friend one Saturday morning before we went shopping and was glad I found this place! I had Eggs Benedict which were great and my friend had an omelette with extra bacon. We both had a blood orange Cosmo which were the best cosmos I've ever had! Service was ok, nothing spectacular but the food arrived quickly and we were both satisfied. Great location for the shops!

Elana R.

Pretty great food but generic atmosphere which reminded me of a Friday's in the city. On the food - the seafood risotto was OK but I wouldn't recommend it. I really enjoyed my 'Grilled Kimchi-Lamb' dish. I thought it went out on a limb and was creative for this kind of establishment. The meat was cooked and flavored to perfection. Would consider coming back for a date but not with a group.

Ben L.

Really nice place for dinner with friends. Always easy to get a table, but I think that's definitely a reflection of the size rather than quality. The med platter for 2 can easily be split between 4... I love it with hot pita, amazing chopped beets and delicious eggplant. The best part of my meal was definitely the seared tuna. Very generous portion of high quality fish over some of the best wasabi mash I've had.

Christine L.

One of many restaurants to choose from (literally part of a consecutive line of places to eat), we were glad we selected it! Just looking for a quick bite and were pleasantly surprised at the quality and taste of our dishes. Delicious cod special and very tasty spring rolls. Super flavorful, fresh and light. Cozy environment with outdoor seating. Price was perfect too! Highly recommend!

Jeff R.

Been going here for 25yrs. The only healthy place on the list. Most health food places look like you're eating in a cafeteria, but this place is a nice room.

Mary B.

Came here for lunch - I had the yellowfin tuna salad - which was HUGE and delicious, and most importantly quite filling :) Service was extremely quick, we received our order literally 3 minutes after ordering! 4 stars because the waiter seemed to disappear after we got our food... Great location too, lots of shopping and you will definitely run into a model or two at this place...

Lily P.

FOOD LOOKS amazing..the inside was beautiful with nice plants and you can also sit on the ouside. big windows..jazz band was there at 730pm on thursday. Apps were 10-12 range and dinners were 14-25. Well priced and the service was just great. I had the risotto app and it had huge scallops, mussels, and etc. I got the chicken burger which was great since the bun wasn't huge and the sauces (chipotle, and bbq) were really good. The chopped salad looked great along with even the tofu options. They do charge per soda refill and the bathroom is downstairs/really humid/not big enough.

Adam K.

Every time I eat here it seems to get better and better. The service is always friendly and quick, not to mention the ambiance is fantastic and always a good crowd. The food is always fresh and the restaurant always has a refreshing vibe. I am a big fan of the salads, great variety and always a unique taste. Being a huge seafood fan, I am never disappointed. The fish is fresh, great sides, and leaves me wanted to come back for more.

Toni M.

While the name of this place is Spring Street Natural Restaurant, and everything is natural, and they have vegan offerings, there is still plenty to choose from for meat lovers. I stumbled upon the restaurant last Saturday night and was lucky enough that they had a table for my group (not easy to get a table on a Saturday night in the city without a reservation). Apps & entrees are reasonably priced, service is average, and the food is pretty good. My party ordered the roasted chicken, chicken burger, mozzerella sticks, and the meatball hero for dinner and the maple cheesecake for dessert. Everyone was satisfied (and full!) with their entrees, and the maple cheesecake was one of the best I've ever had! Absolutely delicious!

Dan C.

I have never heard of this place before, in fact, I did not even know the name of the place until the bill came. To say that the decor is kind of average looking would be accurate. The hostess was very nice, but then over her shoulder, I saw a horrible sight: a live jazz band. Call me an old man or whatever, but I hate eating at a place with live music. Too close to the band and that conversation you were hoping to have is wrecked by some wanna-be Kenny G muppet laying down a sax solo. Luckily for us, we were seated outside. However, the service was a bit slow and had to flag our waiter a few times, even though there were only 2 other tables outside eating at that time. Everyone seemed to like their food, no one raved, but no one was displeased either. I had a hanger steak served with a mixed greens salad and fries. The portion was enormous. The steak was very good, the salad had light dressing - perhaps a balsamic vinaigrette of some kind, with crumbled blue cheese on top. The fries were very good too. I would say that for a "healthy" type restaurant they easily could have cut the fries portion by a third and the salad by two-thirds. It was way too much food.

Emma H.

I recently stopped here for a late dinner (10:30) with some friends. I had the Yellowfin Tuna Salad. Usually a big deal breaker for me with salads is that they have too much "stuff'. But I thought the composure was evenly laid out. I heard this place was famous for their burgers and next time I will try it. Yes, there will be a next time. I liked the environment of the restaurant. Dimly lit with one candle, intimately positioned where it is not impossible to see the other person but it has the dark vibe. The service was also record time fast. The place wasn't too packed, but we wanted 15 minutes (max) for our food. It is in a legendary location. Awesome place!

K R.

The new cuban spring rolls are the best thing on the menu! Wow. Mix of dishes with meats and tofu items, so if you're gong out with a vegetarian or vegan you can both eat what you want. There is generally always a table open bc its a big place. The staff is nice, the food is average with a few bright spots on the menu. There is def room for improvement on the menu, but it's still not terrible. I wouldn't take someone on a date here, but its definitely fine for a quick meal, especially the salads. I eat there about once a month.

Jia J.

One qualification to this review is that I have never set foot inside the restaurant, but only stormed past it on my way to work, cursing that the workers always wet the entire sidewalk with pukey bleach water every morning. However, my office has been so pressed as to order several lunches from here. My only inital problem with the food was that it was too healthy. As large a proponent as I am of organic, local, and even nutritious foods, I found the menu lacking inspiration - think sparse ingredients (i.e. boring steamed veggies over brown rice) for ghastly prices (i.e. $6.50 for a bowl of edamame or $8 for the redundantly titled Organic Chickpea Hummus with pita or $10 for a salad featuring tofu and avocado...it's true we're not in California, but Jesus H. Christ). Plus, too much depended on sauce; mayos, remoulades, "Korean Soy-Sesame Sauce," and whatnot. At least they had a corn-crusted catfish (now corn-crusted skatefish) sandwich in the Lunch Special menu, but I wanted more CHEESE and RED MEAT (not an almond-veggie burger) and CARBS and fries that taste more fried than they do potatoey. Every time I ordered something and accidentally peeked into my coworker's recyclable brown paper cartons of food, I had major envy. Yet, the next time I was up to bat with the menu from this place, I couldn't bring myself to order the Seafood Risotto (actually a big dish for an item listed as an appetizer) or Southwestern Grilled Organic Chicken Salad (salad as a whole meal? Get out of town) someone else had had. So up until now, all my complaints have consisted in the variety of food served. This may not be entirely fair, because the restaurant is clearly geared towards vegetarians, vegans, and gluten-phobes who want to pay top dollar to pretend that they are eating solid food. Well, how about this...once, they sent everything over except the tuna to my Grilled Mediterranean Yellowfin Tuna Salad. I waited until all the cryptic packages were torn open, claimed, and consumed by the others to determine that my salad definitely didn't have any tuna in it. Sheepishly, I rang up the restaurant. "The tuna comes separate," the woman said shortly. When I told her there wasn't any tuna around anywhere, she told me to check again. Ludicrously, I was stunned into doing so!!! I called her back to inform her that, after about 45 minutes of searching and disbelief, I'd confirmed that, yup, THEY FUCKING FORGOT THE TUNA. No apologies, no nothing. "Okay, we'll send you another one." Way later, the tuna arrived kind of room temperature-ish, and the salad didn't have the same pizzazz, since it had been sitting with its leaves in the open air for like an hour. But hey, mistakes happen, right? Well, no one in the office appreciated when our next humungous order got a hidden charge suddenly slapped upon it. They charged us a 20% gratuity that they had never charged before. If I had to end on a civil note regarding Spring Street Natural, however, I would suggest the Grilled Free Range Chicken Sandwich. It simply was the juiciest chicken burger I have ever experienced, and tears literally rose to my eyes because I could literally taste the sweetness of the life that the plucky chicken had had in some wide open meadow.

Rachel A.

I always knew Spring Street Natural was one of those restaurants catering to those who liked to eat healthy. I just never thought the food would be any good. After years of passing it by, I finally found a reason to try it out. I was shopping in SoHo with my best friend and when it came to dinner time, I needed to find a restaurant that was low in salt, low in sugar, and preferably served brown rice. My best friend's mother was on a strict diet and I had an inkling that Spring Street Natural would serve our needs. It sure did and what a wonderful space it is at night. The lights are dim, the fairy lights are on, and it feels cozy. "This would be a great place for a date!" my friend remarked. I snickered, "Yea, if he is a health nut." Truth be told, Spring Street Natural specializes in minimally processed and organic food. Our dinner consisted of Stir fried Organic Vegetables with organic brown rice and the Sesame Crusted Yellowfin Tuna. The stir fry came with a tamari, ginger, and garlic sauce. I got mine with a block of tofu and we specified the sauce to come on the side for my friend's mom. The tuna had a soy mirin glaze, a side of wasabi mashed potatoes, baby bok choy and leeks. The tuna was definitely the way to go but I liked my dish too. Spring Street Natural has the best bread. They serve a complimentary tomato bread that almost tastes like cake. It's soft, has a subtle sweet flavor, and has a browned crispy buttery outer layer. It's also freshly baked. Heavenly! I recently returned to Spring Street Natural for brunch. I was ecstatic to try the tomato bread again and it tasted even better than the first time. I ordered the House Made Sun-Dried Cherry Apricot Granola with fresh berries and organic vanilla yogurt. I also got the Chicken Apple Sausage. The granola was so good and the sausage was kind of dry but still tasty. My friend got the Frittata and bacon. The frittata was less quiche like and more like a crepe. It came with a side of fries and we munched on those for dessert. I really like the food at Spring Street Natural. It's reasonably priced and from a granola loving California girl, it gets a giant tree hug.

Jess L.

Lori N. and I walked in here spontaneously after being charmed by the interior of the restaurant and the wide variety of American food on the menu. Our waitress was perfectly pleasant, and the vibe was very chill and classy. However, I have to dock major points of the boringness of the salads. We got the Asian Salad and the spinach, goat cheese, and strawberry salad. The Asian salad was pretty boring, made with iceberg lettuce and no real attempt to blend flavors. Similarly, the spinach salad, while abundant, was truly nothing to write home about. The mangoes in the salad also were not sweet at all, and the dressing was bland. As Lori put it, this was a "salad bar salad." We could have made these for ourselves for a lot less money.

Anna W.

Mediocre food and poor service, but its saving grace is that it's large enough to accommodate a group for brunch on short notice.

Shan B.

My friends and I were very happy with this place. We were a party of 10 without a reservation. They sat us in 10 minutes and were very nice. Our waitress had an adorable accent and was so sweet. We are very easy going so I think she had a good time serving us and we are great tippers. The bread to start is delicious. I got the pineapple coconut mojito - Amazing!! I got the roasted chicken with the spinach and sweet potato au gratin... also amazing. Everyone else was very happy with their meals. The location was great- center of soho, right off the train. We walked around and did a little shopping/sight seeing after. *I found it to be very reasonably priced. Being my 3rd trip to NYC, the price tags at some restaurants shock me. For a party of 10, everyone getting a meal, and a few getting drinks... it was like $250.. not bad at all! I would definitely suggest this restaurant and go back

May Y.

I usually come here for lunch or brunch when I want the option of eating something on the lighter side. That said, for an organic restaurant, they have plenty of heartier options for those who think organic = vegetarian or bland. Recommended dishes: * Chopped salad with grilled shrimp * Southwestern grilled chicken salad * Grilled vegetable sandwich on ciabatta Unfortunately, the fries are thickly cut and consistently soggy...but the ketchup gets me to eat them regardless. They make their own ketchup in-house and it's delicious --I want to slap it on everything.

Jaison G.

This place is the perfect combination of excellent, heatlhy food, cozy decor and location, location, location. They just got it totally right here: free-range, pasture-fed animal protein, organic produce--what-what!! Notes: 1. Ask about Lunch and Dinner Specials (check if they fall within "Detox-Approved" guidelines 2. Sides & Beverages are listed once, but avail for Brunch, Lunch and Dinner. 3. All lunch items are avail for dinner as well. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - BREAKFAST Entrees Irish Steel-Cut Oatmeal with bananas golden raisins, choice of honey or soy milk only House Made Sun-Dried Cherry-Apricot Granola served with fresh seasonal berries soy milk ONLY (Add fresh seasonal berries or toasted hazelnuts only) Omelet with choice of three fillings: (broccoli, sun dried tomatoes, shiitake mushrooms, , red onions) (OMIT seven-grain toast and oven roasted potatoes and onions) Scrambled Tofu with red onions, shiitakes, fresh thyme, curry, mesclun salad and oven roasted potatoes and onions Fresh Seasonal Fruit Plate WEEKEND BRUNCH Scrambled Eggs smoked salmon, shiitake mushrooms, red onions, (SUBSTITUTE salad for hand-cut French fries) House Made Sun-Dried Cherry-Apricot Granola served with fresh seasonal berries and and soy milk (Add fresh seasonal berries or toasted hazelnuts only) Cuban Brunch with choice of scrambled eggs or scrambled tofu, black beans, Spanish rice, plátanos maduros and salad Irish Steel-Cut Oatmeal with bananas, golden raisins, choice of honey; choice of soy milk ONLY Sides Vegetable of the Day: Sautéed Broccoli Rabe garlic, olive oil LUNCH Appetizers Mixed Baby Green Salad (House Salad) with carrot-ginger dressing Mediterranean Vegetable Antipasto (for 2) roasted beets, hummus, marinated olives, peperoncini, Sicilian eggplant caponata, (OMIT toasted pita) Organic Edamame bowl of warm soybeans in the pod; sprinkled with sea salt and toasted sesame seeds Salads Mediterranean Grilled Yellowfin Tuna Salad red new potatoes, calamata olives, roasted red peppers, green beans and carrots; served over organic field greens; tossed with lemon vinaigrette Asian Salad mesclun, romaine and iceberg lettuce, fresh pineapple, toasted almonds and cashews, crispy noodles, julienne carrots, jicama, fresh mango and spring onions in a spicy toasted sesame-miso dressing (OMIT crispy noodles) (Optional: add grilled free range chicken) Monterey Salad Ancho roasted organic salmon, organic field greens roasted pumpkin seeds, pepper jack cheese, roasted yams, red onions, grape tomatoes, chipotle-tomato vinaigrette (OMIT pepper jack cheese) Entrees Scrambled Tofu red onions, shiitake mushrooms, fresh thyme, curry, mesclun salad and organic brown rice Organic Rice And Vegetable Dinner organic brown rice with tahini sauce, organic seasonal vegetables, organic steamed tofu, black beans and arame seaweed Steamed Organic Seasonal Vegetables served over organic brown rice with choice of herb chimmichuri sauce or Korean soy-sesame sauce Stir-Fried Organic Vegetables tamari, ginger and garlic served over organic brown rice CHOICE OF [Classic: tamari, ginger and garlic] or [Chinatown: lime, ginger , Chinese black beans] with organic tofu or tempeh ONLY (Optional: add free range chicken) DINNER (NOT avail on Lunch Menu) Appetizers Mixed Baby Green Salad (House Salad) with carrot-ginger dressing Entrees Tamarind-Ginger Glazed Organic Salmon honey grits cake, sautéed green beans and cashews Sides (Lunch, Brunch & Dinner) Grilled Free Range Chicken Breast Organic Brown Rice Organic Black Beans Beverages Fresh Pressed Carrot Juice Fresh Pressed Juice of the Day Cranberry Juice Fresh Squeezed Grapefruit Juice Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice Organic Apple Juice Pots of Tea [Herbal: Organic Mint Melange, Ginger Twist, Organic Chamomile-Citrus] [Black: Organic Earl Gray, Organic Breakfast, Organic Darjeeling Estate] [Green: Organic Hojicha Green Tea, Green Tea Tropical - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - *DETOX APPROVED = NO sugar, dairy, wheat, wheat-gluten, non-organic tofu, deep fried foods, red meat, coffee or alcohol. As always, give me shout if this worked out for you...or if for some reason it didn't.

Foodie J.

Service was awesome .. Waiter and hostess were very attentive and sweet... Food was ok, nothing special, but I did have the best lemonade ever! .. Def would go back! Nice place, nice atmosphere, attentive waiters, ok food...

Chris M.

Okay. Why the nuggets didnt someone else think of this. A grilled chicken burger that uses ground up chicken made into a patty instead of just strips of chicken breast. Holy mama that isht cray. So good. Add in the chipotle mayo and we have a winner. winner. chicken dinner (well...lunch). I dunno about everyone else who eats out but decor and vibe mean absolutely nothing to me. Its all about the food. Well, okay, i mean as long as its clean. It's kind of like how when some people go to clubs and they rave about the music. Um...you like music, turn on the radio, its cheaper. I judge a club by the girls that attend (in this analogy, girls = food...music = vibe....decor=well, decor). Pretty girls = good club. Great food = great restaurant. Silly people. Happy eating, suckers.

Ancy N.

was there for lunch, and nay...didnt do it for me. Being a "natural" restaurant, I thought the salad I ordered looked sad...and limp...and the leaves look like they've seen better days. too many choices in Soho to waste time on this.

Jia Z.

Stumbled upon here after an afternoon of shopping in soho. I got seafood risotto and the boyfriend a steak burger. Both were decent but not great. Probably won't be back.

Bethany P.

I had a work lunch here recently. It was busy but not packed over the 1pm hour and we were seated right away. The food was good. Nothing astounding. My colleagues had salads which they said were fine. I had a BLT. It was good and they allowed me to swap sourdough for 7-grain bread -- I always appreciate that flexibility ha ha. The one thing that really stood out was our AWFUL service. Our waiter was so odd and flighty. He disappeared for quiet a while and we waited at least 30 mins for our food. That's too long for two salads and a sandwich! He also forget everything we asked for - napkins, bread, etc. He seemed to be more interested in flirting with the hostess and hiding in the back. I'd probably go again for a business lunch but I wouldn't go out of my way.

Kim K.

If you are used to eating over sauced/salted/buttered/MSG/chemically altered food, you'll hate Spring Street Natural. I've been going here for years. Service is always lovely, my water glass never waits to be filled. What's coming out of the kitchen is consistently fresh, considered, delicious- and natural tasting! I always feel good after a meal here.

Etana K.

I feel particularly inclined to write a review for this restaurant because of the great experience I had. I stumbled upon this restaurant with a friend while roaming around SOHO. The food was so fresh and delicious. We started with the Mediterranean antipasto which was awesome. We then split 2 mains: the organic quinoa salad and sesame crusted sashimi rare yellow fin tuna steak. I highly recommend everything we ordered. The quinoa salad had amazing flavor and a light but delicious dressing. The tuna was seared perfectly and came with an amazing wassabi mashed potato side as well as boc choy. In addition there was live jazz which just added to the experience. A+ meal!

Anthony D.

Tasty entree salads and yummy herbal ice tea! Gottta try it!

Rachel M.

Stopped in for a late brunch with a gf while people-watching and browsing our way through Soho ~ pleasantly surprised by the plentiful veggie/organic options available and decided to straddle that line between "healthy" and "indulgence" by ordering an asparagus benedict. The english muffin was okay (pretty standard), the egg was poached perfectly and the hollandaise not oversalted like some. But the asparagus portion was just steamed asparagus spears - cut into english muffin-length pieces and split in half... and then layed under the poach egg. I was imagining more of a diced asparagus layer (more bite-size and manageable). As it was I ended up eating half the asparagus sticks separate from the actual benedict ~ Still good... but smaller pieces (or even an asparagus salsa of sorts) would make for much better ease of eating and prettier construction. The accompanying fries on my plate, however, were delicious! Thin - crunchy on the outside, chewy on the inside.. yum!

Alana P.

It was a bit crowded and kind of noisy but it wasn't that bad. The food was great! I love meat but my friend is a vegan so we had to find something for the both of us and we definitely did here. They had options for everyone and everyone loved what they got. I had the kimchi lamb burger and it was delicious it was cooked perfectly and the portion was large (I couldn't finish and there was a lot left over). It was a bit pricey though so I wouldn't recommend it if you're on a tight budget for food. I would definitely suggest this restaurant to anyone meat eater or non meat eater you'll probably enjoy your food. We can't wait to go back here again!

Julie D.

I WANTED to love this place. Their delivery is fast, (don't go for sit down service as it's terribly slow), they have big salads, and they're super close to a business I own in NoLita. Unfortunately there always seems to be a problem- and the food quality and portions are totally inconsistent. I could easily give 15-20 examples of times Ive been disappointed -but will stop at 3. 1. When they got my chopped salad order wrong the 3rd time in a row I called and complained. After waiting 10 minutes to speak with a manager I finally spoke to a lovely man who promised my next salad was "on him". When I tried to redeem this 2 days later, giving his name, no one seemed to know what I was talking about. 2. One of my colleagues is absolutely positive that she got mild food poisoning after eating a simple chicken breast. I witnessed her multiple and unfortunate trips to the restroom. We're sure we're right about this because it's happened on more than one occasion. 3. 2 weeks ago, we made a very simple order. It was incorrect, and we were accidentally charged $20 extra. It was a busy day at our hair salon, and an assistant paid cash not knowing there was a mistake with the order. Less than 20 minutes later, when I opened my lunch, we called Spring Street Natural, told them what happened, asked for a replacement order and the refund due... We waited on hold for a very long time only to be transferred to different people and then told that they had switched to the afternoon staff, and our "account" would be credited. Given my previous experience with them offering credit, I didn't find this solution promising. After speaking to multiple people and repeatedly explaining , they suggested we call back the next day. We did- to no avail. Our receptionist had to walk to the restaurant to retrieve the $20 for us that following day. So, after considerably overpaying for not chopped chopped salads, dealing with consistently rude and apathetic service staff, and actually having to pay someone who works for me to walk to the restaurant and pick up my money due, I've had it. I feel terrible for their delivery guys, who must get abused by unhappy customers daily, (please always tip them well)! The reason I gave them two stars instead of one is because every once in a while the food was excellent. Now that I've discovered "Just Salad" on Seamless we won't be ordering from Spring Street again. Whew!

Krista J.

I went to Spring Street Natural on Memorial Day...it was a gorgeous day, and my friend and I ate a very pleasant late lunch. The restaurant had some outside seating, but the one available table was in the sun, so we opted to enjoy the air conditioning inside. Though the restaurant was busy, there was no line, and we were seated by the window right away. The menu was extensive, with lots of healthy options (of course), and a nice Memorial Day special brunch menu. We were served some interesting bread (whole grain and pumpkin, we think). I really enjoyed what I think was pumpkin bread. For our entrees, my friend ordered the Turkey Sandwich and I chose the Fettuccine with Baby Shrimp. I was blown away by my meal...so yummy and fresh! I was concerned that it would be heavy, but it's not an Alfredo sauce...its more of a light sauce. So good! The prices are a little steep, but this is SoHo, and the service could have been a tad better. But overall, I enjoyed Spring Street Natural.

Jennifer L.

I'm so happy I stopped by here. I only tried the spring rolls, but they were enough to make me go back! They were homemade and the sauce was to die for! My father had the steak sandwich and it looked amazing! The drinks were also amazing! I especially recommend the pineapple-coconut mojito! This is one of the best drinks I've ever had. The Hummingbird and the Blood orange cosmo were also good. If you sit outside it is great for people watching! I cannot wait to go back and try even more food and drinks!

Eve S.

I could have sworn I already wrote a review at some point. last Thursday was my first visit since the 2000s-I had many yummy meals then but the last time I went the service was kind of wack and I recall the food was just so-so. Met a friend here who I rarely get to see so when she suggested it I didn't protest. It is busy, crowded and if you are in a two-top on the level in the back be prepaared to get bumped. Both batches of fries we got with our respective sandwiches were kinda meh. They do have those yummy lemonades and it is one of the few places vegans/vegetarians and meat eaters can dine together. I'll be back maybe...

Debra T.

Challah French Toast. Amaaaazzzeballs.

Jonah P.

Service was fast and attentive. Food was fresh and tasty. Drinks, while average priced for Manhattan, were creative and strong. Overall, not one of the great meals of my life, but certainly worth a repeat visit when I'm in the area.

Karyn S.

I don't know why people hate on this place. It's not easy to find healthy lunches, which is weird given that it's Soho and everyone looks like a model. Anyway, the quinoa salad is great and the salmon special when they have it is my fave. Three cheers to SSN even if it's more than I like to spend at lunch, at least I don't suffer from 1600-calorie Chipotle guilt afterwards.

Lauren A.

Fast service, wows me every time. Great healthy choices. Cheap. Tasty. (Especially for SoHo), I come here and get enough for two people for 17$.

Freya C.

***3 stars for dinner ****4 stars for brunch = 3.5 star average, rounded up as I am in more a generous mood I've never had to wait for a table here, brunch or dinner, which is great for Soho! I prefer coming here for weekend brunch though- the menu is slightly better with more choice of things to eat at that time, however I do LOVE the live jazz in the evenings on Thursdays- check it out! Beautiful colourful food, all healthy (ish - does Challah french toast count...?!) Organic, natural... blah blah good good. Actually came here the first time with a vegan friend as somewhere that would cater for her diet, but am pleased to say that there is also plenty on the menu for carnivores and non-health freak-alikes (comme moi) too. Check out my beautiful brunch pictures- colours are for real no touch ups (sunshine helps)! Was a little less impressed with the dinner- I've had a few things off the dinner menu however the food I'd say is a bit less interesting, maybe a bit too bland. I must say, Spring Natural has the BEST bread basket I've had on a table in New York though. If you come here in the morning you get a slightly better choice of breads, they often run out of the home-made rosemary loaf by dinner time. So fresh and tasty yum give me that bread smothered in melting butter! I think you can actually buy just the loaves but they're kind of expensive. Come for a meal and you get it for free hahahahhaha....

Phil H.

I have never had a bad meal, or service here. Large establishment with many booths and tables. Close to the subway, so easy to get to by the 6 train. As I tend to eat on the healthy side this is a good choice. Love the bread basket they give you to start off. Good selection of breads. Roasted beets with goat cheese, pistachios & vinaigrette is a tasty appetizer. Asian salad is full of flavor - mangos, pineapples, noodles, jicama. Stir fry vegatable platters. Edamame. Many entrees and sandwiches to choose from. Super tasty iced tea w/free refills. Also, lots of vegetarian choices if you swing that way. Pumpkin Fricken Ravioli!!!! Plus, they also have special food and beer selections each day. Nice sized bar area to the left as you walk in too.

Bill S.

My favorite place all week in Manhattan. Actually healthy!

Denise D.

Had a really nice late Saturday lunch with my girlfriends and mom. The salad was delicious as were the drinks. The space is large and they seemed to have no problems accommodating us. This was my first time here, I don't know about dinner but I would definitely return for breakfast or lunch. They use fresh, organic seasonal ingredients, which is a plus.

Quasona C.

Come here if you want a Juicy chicken burger and hand cut French fries. Yum yum. I love the decor of the restaurant and we received great service. They have a long wine & cocktail menu with multiple choices. If I'm in the area, I will definitely stop by for another burger.

Massimo P.

Awesome random find in an area filled with good places. We checked it out for brunch. The menu was varied (skip the usual fair, go for some of the great salads!). very decent Bloody Mary's too. Nice, casual atmosphere, not too noisy.

Sasha B.

I think most of these good reviews must be from hungry tourists with tired/achy feet from shopping around soho. Everyone in my party was less than impressed by the food. My dish was probably the best.. the southwestern salad (which is a complete misnomer and there is nothing southwest about it. its chicken cranberries almonds corn with an orange vinaigrette. the chicken was dry and not chopped but the portion was huge and was the best dish at the table). I did like how they brought out bread before with two different kinds, one regular white bread and something else that resembled a pumpkin bread. After researching on yelp we saw many people talking about the chicken burger but it really didn't live up to the hype. The biggest disappointment was the phylo dough spinach and feta special (which sounds smilar to a spanakopita) but what came out resembled a frozen vegetable lasagna you could get from trader joes. My friend was so disappointed that she had to return the item and just had some of my salad (as it was huge). The manager did come out and apologized stating that the usually chef that makes the dish was out and they did something different and she admitted the dish was a bit "off". I guess I would only come back if I was craving a big ole salad... but is it weird that I was really turned off by the fact that the southwest salad wasn't a southwest salad at all? Tough crowd I know...

Joey R.

"62 Spring St. (sung ala "21 Jump St", if you're old enough to remember that show) This place was a staple when I worked in SOHO. The food is reliable and although I haven't tasted the whole menu...I reckon everything is good. My favourite category on the menu is the salads. I still yearn for the 'Chopped Salad' (dressing on the side) and for a more meal inclined day...the 'Taco Salad'. Both are deeeee-lish-ous. The 'Chopped Salad' seems to be infinite and the ingredients are chopped to the perfect bite size morsels. The 'Taco Salad' is intense. Fresh mutli-coloured chips with Guac, Sour Cream, and (if you so desire...) a big heaping serving of chicken. Like a taco salad without the stale shell/bowl. **sidenote** if you order a salad it comes out in literally 6 minutes or less. If you're looking for a quick bite sit at the bar. Unsweetened iced tea is deeeee-lish-ous. More one on one service with the "sit as long as you want attitude"... sold! Also the bread they bring you is deeeee-lish-ous. Is it carrot? or pumpkin? Either way its tasty. I miss my Spring Street Natural. It's the perfect place to bring people who have special 'dietary needs' to be comfortable with those who don't.

Cindy H.

I wish I could say my experience here was better, seeing as most people loved Spring Street Natural. My dissatisfaction was in the service. Our waiter was less than attentive. When my salmon entree was served undercooked, she insisted that they would bring me a new piece that was cooked. She brought me back the exact same piece of salmon that I had taken bites from. And it was still undercooked. What's more, she never came back to check on me to see if the order had improved. Such a disappointment considering how excited we were to finally try Spring Street Natural.

Jessica D.

TERRIBLE SERVICE. TASTELESS FOOD. It was a really beautiful day in Soho, it was our fist time experiencing this neighborhood since moving here. We were looking for a place to sit outside and Spring Street Natural looked popular enough, I checked on yelp and it had a high rating so we went. This is the first time in a long time I have had such terrible service. The waiter came over and just stood there, waiting for our order. A hello would have been a nice start?! I mean I am not asking for even a "how's it going" just a simple hello. We ordered, quickly. I realized though that after I ordered that it was not what I wanted so my friend went back to tell the waiter. My friend came back looking nervous, the waiter made a face after my friend asked to change the order. At that point I wanted to just leave. Why the attitude, sorry that your attitude caught me off guard when you were taking our order..The waiter then comes over with the coffee and I ask him if the chicken sand which I ordered comes with chives and if I could have no chives. Again..another face and he leaves in silence. The food comes out and its just so bland I could not even finish it. I ordered a chicken sand which and my friend ordered the Mayan Eggs which looked like they mixed some crackers, beans and cracked some eggs on top of it in a bowl. We then waited practically a half an hour to get our of Spring Street Natural because they messed up our check multiple times. The place is so disorganized, we had multiple people bring us checks, food that was not ours etc. What a mess..ruff

Michael D.

Food is pretty good, especially the steak and the chive-buttermilk mashed potatoes.

Monique R.

I brought a group of girls here because they said they wanted Healthy food. This was the only place I could think of. Having been here a few times with coworkers I knew the veggie fare was good and that the majority of the menu would appease the health nuts. I got the veggie burger. I have had some pretty terrible ones as of late but this was quite good. The server rolled his eyes when i asked for tap water with lemon. The server took forever to bring me a new fork after HE dropped it. And the server disappeared when we needed the check. And dont even get me started on the crowds here at lunch time! I dont know. The group loved it. but they dont dine out as often as I do. I was expecting more. Like WOW i want to eat here every day.. but no. I will deal with eating here once in a while.

Eilleen B.

I'm not the most organic, healthy eating person in the world. My best friend had been here on a previous trip. I had to admit I was little leary and was eyeing other places to eat when I came out hungry. I don't remember the name of the salad but it had cranberries and walnuts in it with chicken. It was absolutely amazing. If they had a place like this in Chicago, I would come there all the time and actually be somewhat healthy! I would definitely go back even though I prefer meat and potatoes!

Eva B.

I walk by this restaurant everyday going to class and have wanted to go here really badly. The menu looks great, with lots of vegetarian meals and organic ingredients being used. The atmosphere is beautiful for dinner with candles and flowers on every table. However, I felt practically let down by the entire meal, I was in wonderful company, but the restaurant wasn't as good as it had looked on the outside. First off our waitress did not come to greet us until we had been sitting there for quite some time, never asking for our drink order. She only asked if we wanted something special to drink..after we had ordered our entrees. Then a few minutes later she walked by and asked if we wanted bread, which we said yes to. It was a mixed bread basket with whipped butter, one of the breads was very soft and cheesy, but the other was tough and a little bland. So enough though we were served. I ordered the medallions of seitan marsala, which for 19 dollars was not that amazing. The mash potatoes were bland, watery, chunky, and not creamy to say the least. The spinach was bland as well, which other any seasoning at all. The marsala, was a little too sweet, but not that bad with interesting notes of ginger. The seitan was cooked perfectly though with a delicious texture, not too chewy, not too soft. My boyfriend ordered the penne with turkey and tomatoes and thought it was very good. The tomatoes were saturated in the sauce and the dish looked pretty good to me from appearance. I really wanted to like this place, but this did not blow me away like I felt it would. Not too sure if I would ever come back here again.

Amelia W.

Big place, easy to get a last minute table. Food is fine, but I've only been for breakfast and lunch. Would only go back because it's close by.

Christine B.

I think a 3.5 is a perfect rating but I'll round it up because our waitress was very sweet. The Asian Salad is underwhelming but per our waitress's suggestion, we ordered the sesame crusted, Sashimi Rare, Yellowfin Tuna; with wasabi mashed potatoes and baby bok choy. DELICIOUS. Seriously delicious. Took a long time to come out (30 minutes?) but pretty much worth the wait. It was about $24 and the salad was $15 or $16 so definitely skip the salad, just get the yellowfin tuna. MMM.

Laura A.

This is my go-to brunch place with my husband, usually on the day we leave NYC to come back to Boston. It's a large enough space that if you have a suitcase with you, you can tuck it away in a corner and not be annoying. This is the ultimate vegetarian + omnivore place -- I can happily eat a tofu scramble while he has an egg dish. I really enjoyed my brunch dish the last time I was here.. it was the "cuban brunch" which had plantains, a tofu scramble, black beans, and spanish rice. YUM!

Lindsey L.

it was fine. the food wasn't anything to write home about.

Ian J.

I haven't had the best experience here, because I got food poisoning from the chicken sandwich one Christmas Eve. It landed me in the hospital on Christmas day, dehydrated and sickly, almost with liver damage due to the sheer amount of vomiting. The effects lasted for days. Not sure if it was the mayo sauce, undercooked chicken, but it was bad. Really bad. You guys want to pay my medical bill and for damages? I think that's the least that should be done. What they did have going for them... was nice decor, a good menu, and friendly service. Plus the assorted bread at the table is a nice touch. If you feel like being risky, the odds are not against you, so it may be worth it. I am just definitely not going back. Ever.

Julie S.

My husband and I came all the way back to New York from Boston just to come to this restaurant. My favorite drink is the coconut mojito. It made dreams come true. The food here is outstanding and fresh, and the atmosphere is great for dinner.

Victoria L.

I like all their options, and everything tastes delicious. The complimentary bread is always on point. I'm never ashamed to ask for more. I usually get the Taco Salad (just go and get it. It'll blow your mind) and Tuna Salad - then split with another girl. Trust me, usually I don't get full off of salad alone, but that Taco salad is loaded. And so delicious. And I'll take any excuse to eat "mexican" food. I'm from California...

Ana S.

On a hot summer eve we were desperately looking for a place with AC and so jumped into SSN. Cozy window table with amazing complementary bread was our first impression, mediocre service and terrible food is what followed. A small order of limp french fries for $6, Campbell's gazpacho soup (if Campbell's decided to ever branch out), wilted Monterey salad with bitter greens, fish special was tasty, but was underseasoned and came with bitter spinach. Don't know where they get their produce, or maybe its how they store it, but way too high a price to pay for food so low in value. My recent string of luck with dining was bound to end eventually. If you're in the area though pop by Eileen's Cheesecake, she makes the lightest little things ever!

Josh S.

We stumbled across Spring Street as we were out seeing the sights and doing a little shopping on the day after Thanksgiving. The place was packed, but we were seated almost immediately so I was impressed on that part. Now I said they were packed, so I will give them a bit of a pass on the very slow service, but I can't completely overlook it. Service was few and far between, I think we were able to enjoy one drink refill during our meal, which was a couple too few. Looking over the menu I was not overly hungry so I decided to go with the grilled chicken sandwich. I came with fries which were ok, nothing memorable, but better than your run of the mill fries. The sandwich itself was pretty good sized and decent. Again it was nothing to call home about, but it hit the spot. If I was int he area again and in deed of a decent meal I wouldn't hesitate to stop in again.

Fiona C.

I came here with a bunch of hs girlfriends for a get-together and we usually like trying organic/natural/vegetarian food places so we decided to come here. The food here is ok, not bad. The portions are large enough for all of us girls to feel stuffed. We had ordered the taco salad (very large portioned), yellowfin tuna steak (wasabi mashed potatoes were surprisingly good), almond veggie burger ( I've had better veggie burgers) and this other vegetable platter that must've been one of the specials because I can't remember it. Jazz night on Thursdays gives the place a pretty awesome vibe. The only reason why i'm giving them 2 stars is because the wait staff was rude. We had ordered all those items to share and it took a little bit of time for us to finish since we were busy talking and catching up. They kept coming by to our half empty plates and asked if we were finished so they could take it away - felt like every 5-10 minutes. NO we are NOT done eating - We will place our forks at 4 o'clock to let you know we are. Not sure what the rush to get us out was because its not like the place was packed and no one was waiting for a table. Would not come back here since there are plenty of other restaurants in the city for us to try.

Audrey W.

My friend lives across the street, so she brought a couple of us here the other night. Several months ago, she had ordered it as takeout for a small group of us. I had the monterey salad (the one with salmon) and ate the ENTIRE thing. Seriously. I was about to lick the plastic container in came in. Yum. So good. As for actually visiting the restaurant, I was super happy with my experience. It was so good! I love the ambiance here. I was immediately overwhelmed by the amount of vegetarian options they provide (I haven't eaten meat for 11 years and just stopped eating fish about a month ago). Usually it is impossible for me to eat something other than a boring salad or a plain pasta when I go out to eat...I actually had a hard time deciding what I wanted it all sounded so good. I shared an order of the vegetable spring rolls with my friend and decided on the marsala seitan medallions with mashed potatoes and spinach for my main course. The service was quick and our waitress was really sweet. The spring rolls were delicious, just the right amount of crispiness and not too greasy. As for the seitan, it was a little rubbery but the sauce and everything else was great. We also got a bottle of malbec, I don't remember exactly what it was called but it was really good as well. One of our friends got the same monterey salad I had ordered a few months back and she LOVED it. Also had to contain herself from licking the plate. I will definitely come back here! Spring Natural is amazing!

Richard W.

We love this restaurant. It's consistently good, has a decent number of beers on tap, has a great beet and goat cheese appetizer, great salads and other wholesome dishes, and while the service isn't always perfect, it's fine. Because we train in from Connecticut for a day in the city, we rarely know what time we'll be eating but so far we've never needed a reservation, even when the large space is full.

Will C.

Details, details, pay attention to the details The meat here is delicious. Vegetarian dishes also come in great portions. We went out to a birthday party for our friend Andy and this place is in a prime location on Spring and Lafayette. I had the delicious skirt steak with sides of white cheddar mashed potatoes, cured tomatoes, and spinach. V had the seafood risotto, but then she found a piece of aluminum foil in the dish. That was a bummer, she didn't need any more metal in her diet! The seafood is fresh - calamari was easy to bite into, but the extras really didn't add to the already dull flavor. There were a few other steaks and sandwiches around the table. Andy had himself the Short Ribs, which upon tasting it was a great combination of slowly cooked meet and Thai curry spices. Good service all around, nice use of a big space, the strawberry lemonade and full bar helped. Meat dishes: + Seafood: - Lemonades: +

Lucy P.

2:30 on a Monday. Open table for 2 outside. I wanted to eat lunch and was not allowed to sit outside as a solo diner. Never going back.

Laura C.

After finally getting my friends out of bed and a late start to our Saturday in SoHo we were in desperate need of brunch. We walked into Balthazar but the wait was insane (not to mention the prices - uhh you know this is BRUNCH food we're talking about. As simple as it gets even if it is French). Anyways let's be honest we aren't exactly Balthazar's clientele. So with the help of my iPhone we stumbled upon Spring Street Natural Restaurant. This place is huge, was packed, and surprisingly no wait! Perfection. Their menu is seriously impressive in food options. One of the more health conscious menus I've come across in recent times (I live in Ohio so yeah). Even more impressive is that their prices are not offensive. I mean this is brunch food after all. French toast is a brunch weakness for me and their's does not disappoint. Loaded with fresh berries, huge portion, and also tasty bacon. Great place to fuel up before spending the day shopping and walking around SoHo.

Melanie S.

Love, love, love. I've eaten here about 4 or 5 times and each time is great. Its the one spot that is always consistent with their service and product. Tons of options for lunch and for dinner. I found everything to be healthy and fresh as well. If you're in this area, I think its one of the best options.

Lindsey K.

Perfect when you want a healthy delivery option. I usually order one of the salads and they are always crisp, fresh and tasty(the tuna steak in the mediterranean salad is delicious). The freshly squeezed juice is also very good. I'm also addicted to the breads that accompany every order. I once visited for a yummy lycee cocktail at the bar. Stars for making me feel both healthy and cultured while drinking.

Patricia S.

Seared Peppercorn Sashimi Tuna Steak with Wasabi Mashed Potatoes and Bok Choy That. Is. All.

Jennifer L.

Definitely enjoyed it here and would come back in a heartbeat. Half of us loved our meals (me included) while the other half said there's was just ok. However, my meal will lean heavily on this review, hence the 4 stars. :) Came on a rainy Friday so it wasn't too packed. Were seated right away after hanging out at the bar for a little bit. Started off with the veggie spring rolls and they were awesome. Not too greasy, great duck sauce paired with it. Also had the vegetarian antipasto and I loved it. Hummus, beets, eggplant babaganoush kinda thing...all delicious. Eggplant was my favorite and I'm usually not a huge eggplant person. Came with pita and olives too. For my meal I had the roasted chicken with sweet potato au gratin and red chard. The chicken was so tender and moist I kinda wanted to lick the plate clean. Didn't think it'd be a good idea though so I refrained. The boy had the steak and it was amazing too. So much so that we talked about it a few times the rest of the weekend. It came with regular potatoes au gratin and those were pretty damn yummy too. I may or may not have stolen them all. Our friends both ordered I think the stir fry, or whichever one came with rice. One with tempeh and one with seafood. They both just said it was ok. Passed on dessert since we wanted rice pudding down the street. :) Service was friendly and attentive so can't complain about that!

Chau M.

Ordered this for lunch- had the chicken salad- delicious!

Claudia R.

A night of shopping ended with a great dinner here at the Spring Street Natural Restaurant. I started with a Sierra Nevada while my coworkers drank some amazing locally bottled Ginger Ale. It was seriously delicious. I had the Rigatoni, which was delish. I was a little surprised that the tomato sauce was a little sweet. it was really good, but I wish it was a little less sweet. One coworker had the Asian Stirfry with Seitan...it was delicious, too. The sauce and seitan were perfect. I was a little sad I didnt order this! My other coworker ordered the taco salad with chicken and it was huge! For dessert we had a 3 berry cashew crisp and holy crap...it was one of the best desserts ever. It was hot, naturally sweet and just downright amazing!

Mimi S.

I was starving but in a picky mood- I wanted something healthy-ish, but didn't know exactly what I wanted. We passed Spring Street Natural Restaurant and, lured in by the name, entered for dinner. The hostess kind of ambled over at her own leisure to seat us. I ordered the sesame crusted sashimi rare yellow tunafin steak, my dining companion ordered the grilled kimchi-lamb burger. Everything was quite meh. The wasabi mashed potatoes were so freaking hot/spicy that they were a little painful to eat. Other than that, there wasn't too much flavor to my meal. My companion also found his meal meh, and I tasted his food and agreed.

Toan N.

This place reminds me of a big suburban restaurant (yawning) smack in the middle of Soho/Nolita. The menu offering is huge, but nothing really catches your eye or makes your mouth salivate. For brunch, I recommend the granola with fresh fruit. It was pretty good, but it wasn't special in any way. Service is good and they continue to refill my water. To use the restroom, walk all around the bar and then down a flight of stairs.

Aly Y.

We went here for lunch today. Very disappointed in the service which I would rate a zero. We got menus from the hostess who sat us at our table. We waited 20 minutes before one of the bus boys gave us water. Another 15-20 minutes later, just when we were about to get up and leave this busy restaurant (at 2:45pm), our server came by to take our orders. I think we must have been seated during the 45 minute break that the server took. Another demerit goes to its womens' bathroom. Really, only 2 stalls for the size of the restaurant?! And one of the toilets overflowed?! No wonder other women invaded the mens' bathroom (which only had 1 stall). This was enough for me to leave the restaurant but we were cold and hungry. On a positive note, the food was pretty good, hence, the 2 stars. Hubby had the sausage oricchietti and I had the Mediterranean grilled yellow fin tuna salad. Salad had roasted red peppers, 4 pieces of nicely seasoned tuna, haricot verts, quartered red potatoes, assorted olives, mixed greens, grape tomatoes and slices of cucumber. Bread basket consisted of lovely fresh crusty Italian bread and pumpkin bread. I could have eaten the breads by themselves with a nice glass of red wine. One other thing the restaurant is good at - turning over tables. I've never seen the precision-like process where 2 seconds after diners leave a table, the bus boys clear the table in 2 seconds flat, and re-set the table just as a new set of diners is escorted to the table by the hostess. Not sure if we'll go back.

Jacqueline S.

Very good - I am a vegetarian, and came here with 1 other vegetarian and 2 meat-eaters. We were all able to find something delicious. The service leaves something to be desired, hence the loss of 1 star, but the food was great. Also a nice atmosphere - cute outdoor seating.

Tracy K.

3.5 stars. This is one of those places that is pretty accurately rated on Yelp - you don't set high expectations for it and you won't be disappointed. I had the grilled grass-fed steak sandwich. It was a tasty sandwich, but just a bit more chewing required than desired. Grass-fed steak is tougher to begin with, so pairing it with a hard ciabatta bread made this a hard sandwich overall. Maybe a french or sourdough roll next time? The steak itself was flavorful though and the chili-lime mayo delicious with the fries. All in all, food is solid. It's nothing to make a destination out of but I'd return if I was in the area with no other reservations made, since by pure scale this place accomodates enough to not require reservations.

Kim L.

Like many, I've walked by this spot a million times. It's packed on the weekends and folks always seems to be buzzing about. I met a couple of friends here for a late brunch on a chilly Saturday afternoon. The entire experience was..Eh.. The place wasn't even packed but the service was slow and the staff seemed to be generally disinterested. The food was Eh, we each had a different entree..each unmemorable..In a nutshell, with so many good options around, I don't know that this renders a return visit.

Laurie E.

WARNING: PROCEED WITH CAUTION!! It's a wonderful concept, a wide selection of healthy and organic foods in a trendy restaurant in the middle of Soho. But the execution is all wrong. The Food - The basket of tomato bread is an amazing start, but that's as good as our meal got. I ordered the Mediterranean Grilled Yellowfin Tuna Salad, which was good, but not great. The desserts left much to be desired. The worst part: each additional requested item comes with a large fee. Extra feta on your salad is $2 and shrimp is charged by piece. The Service - I suppose the worst part is the service. Servers ignore their tables (and this is after many different visits) and even their to-go customers. They are rude and inconsiderate. Especially do not go here if you are in a hurry. We informed our server that we were on a a speedy lunch and requested our check, and she still took 20 minutes to bring it out...the restaurant was empty BTW. Probably best for a drink or appetizer at the bar. Not recommended if you are in search of a good experience.

Alyssa S.

This restaurant was very average to me. Especially when there are so many great restaurants in that neighborhood. The service was SO SLOW. So slow that they brought complimentary crab cakes in a wasabi sauce. They were actually pretty good and the sauce was really good. After about an hour they finally brought our popcorn shrimp which was also good. My dad ordered the Asian salad which he said was just OK, I got the veggie burger which was inedible, and my boyfriend ordered the flank steak which had good flavor, was cooked the right amount, but was pretty chewy. The décor is also very, very average. Looks like it would be good for business dinners and kind of reminds me of a chain. Won't come back mainly because there are so many other great restaurants around it.

Jerome Y.

Kimchi burger

Alice W.

Came here a while back for brunch and it was not very memorable. However, had late dinner with 2 friends here because Hampton Chutney was closed and the food was great! I ordered the salmon while my friends ordered the pappardelle and catfish. I got a taste of both and they were both good. The pappardelle was not too lemony, lamb was tender, and sauce tasty. The catfish portion was HUGE and tasted fresh along with the cheesy grits cake. The salmon skin was perfectly crisp and worked well with the salmon, grilled scallions and squash. I wish there was more beet vinaigrette, but the flavors were great. The best part was, I didn't feel guilty eating it. I may just have to come back even though it's a bit pricey. Then again, it is Soho.

Anne M.

It makes me really sad to see bad reviews of this place, as I have never had anything less than a 5 star meal here.....I can say, without a doubt that the grilled vegetable sandwich is one of my top 3 favorite meals ever. The vegetables are perfectly cooked, the pesto is delicious, the onion ciabatta is fresh, absolutely amazing. I come to this place every time I visit from Chicago, and often frequent it several times during my trip. Everything I've eaten here has been great. Everything is organic, free range, etc. and there all always great specials...and very very reasonable prices. An absolute must try.

Laura A.

Spring Street Natural showed up several times while I was looking for Brunch spots at SoHo. Somehow it never got my attention enough. However, one day I was at SoHo with my girlfriends, and already suffering of food deprivation after our intense work looking for "that" dress. So, whatever I saw on the web, we need to go somewhere, It was kind of late and Spring Street Natural was right there About 1 hour later I left thinking that sometimes I'd have to question my criteria . Spring street is a consistent brunch/lunch spot in several aspects. The ambiance is relaxing, very comfy and is a big place to go with a group or/and without reservations. That day it was pretty crowded but we got a table for 4. The portions are huge, I eat very little but even pple eating normal amount could finish it. I order the Scrambled Tofu, coming with red onions, shiitakes, fresh thyme, curry, mesclun salad, seven-grain toast and oven roasted potatoes...it was delicious, seriously it was perfectly curry seasoned without to hide the tofu flavor and perfectly cooked; the look was totally as scramble eggs, but tasting as tofu, and this one was really good.. I loved it. One of my friends ordered smoked turkey sandwich, served with 7 grain bread, which I think match very well with smoke meat, and very nicely presented. My other friends ordered a different sandwich and a egg dish. Don't remember exactly which ones but everyone said it was delicious. . The tea was on the house, english tea inside tanks where you can refill your cup. The service was nice and friendly. It was my first and haven't back there. But someone ask me last night about my favorites brunch places in the city and Spring Street natural come to mind very fast... that, mean.

Marika M.

After enjoying lots of rich decadent meals in NYC, I was in need of something healthy and light. Several things on the menu sounded tasty but I landed on a quinoa salad with avocado, dried apricots and nuts. The presentation was beautiful and the ingredients complemented each other nicely.

Discerning D.

Great value given prime location and natural ingredients and quality. The Chicken Chopped Salad had very tender grilled chicken full of flavor along with mixed leaves, red peppers and crumbled cheese ($14). Generous portions and if you can get a spot outside, it's great for people-watching.

Wenky W.

Have been back and will definitely come back in the future. The decor and vibe matches its location in Nolita/Soho. Restaurant is also spacious so I never had to wait long for a table. They also have outdoor seating during the warmer months but it faces a very public street so I prefer inside seating in this case. I've liked every dish I had there, especially their sandwiches. Been here with a significant other and also been here with girlfriends, the place is great for both.

Julie N.

Another place we seem to frequent a lot while walking around SoHo. ;) The first time we came here a couple Christmas's ago, we stumbled in because it was SO COLD outside! We were welcomed with a great table in the 'middle of all the action', great service, and dude, the bread basket was our favorite part. don't get me wrong---the sandwiches were amazing, but there was a pumpernickel or sunflower bread we just could not get enough of ;) LOL This time around, we again stumbled in on a 15 degree Saturday afternoon, waited at the bar with Bloody Mary's for about 5 min--they're so awesome. They sat us pretty quickly even though it was hella busy. Then another friend decided to join us, and they easily moved us to the corner booth- LOVE the service! Two of us got the brioche french toast this time around for brunch. Another friend got steak. We all shared the sweet potato fries--random, and it was all delish. Thank you, thank you for fab service, yummy food, and especially the warm location that seems to keep drawing us back---its a sign! I'll be back in April! :)

Jarett L.

We originally wanted to eat at Balthazar Restaurant & Bakery down the street but unfortunately it was too busy! So we came here to Spring Street, restaurant was fairly packed but we were still seated pretty quick. Service was good, food was better. I had the corn fed beef steak sandwich, with yam fries. Their homemade ketchup is really good! I'm a big fan of the taste of corn fed beef so I was loving my meal. Unfortunately I can't remember what my friend got. If I were to go again, this would probably be the only thing I'd order as everything else on the menu seemed "too healthy" if my memory serves me correctly.

Danielle W.

I really enjoyed my meal here tonight. I met up with a friend for a little shopping and more and we decided to stop into Spring Street Natural after hearing good reviews. The reviews indeed were trustworthy. We were seated right away and ordered quickly. The bread came out & the cornbread + butter was a good starter to get my appetite going. I ordered the Tuna Steak, which came with bok choy and wasabi mashed potatoes. The tuna was cooked rare and the seasame on the outside was excellent. The potatoes were an excellent combination. My friend ordered the vegetable stir fry with brown rice class style and it was a heaping bowl of delicious veggies. Were both incredible satisfied. We did decide however, to top the meal off with the warm cherry apple crisp with vanilla soy ice cream. The crisp was delicious as well. We finished every last bite even though we were stuffed!! Great place. Would come back for more to try the different vegetable and ravioli dishes that looked great on other peoples tables.

MannyAndKelly F.

Food here in general was good, we ate breakfast a couple of days and lunch once. The only problem is the service, our first waitress was top notch, but every experience after wasn't so great. 2 times we were ignored and they we got Mr. Douche for a waiter. Overall the food experience was positive for the money in NYC. If you use the bathroom be warned that the bottom steps to the basement were slippery, be careful.

jamie v.

do not go here.. . . ever. Keep walking--go to mcdonalds--you'll get better service and save a bomb of money. I was a fan as i'd had a quick solo lunch here a few times and liked the beet salad. So after my husband offered to go to 'porterhouse' for a giant steak i finally convinced him to go to 'this great place' on spring street. His first words to me this morning were "gee. . why didn't we stay for dessert?" Here's the run down. Seated immediately. After 10 minutes waitress who was short with dark hair in a bun -- totally flat affect . . .comes over and asks if we know what we'll have (we hadn't been approached before this). We order in a bundle style everything but at the last second i realize I don't want the chicken and i need about a minute more. Waitress gone......returns about 10 minutes later with our drinks and takes order. By this point i'm thinking that I hope she is in acting school as she has no hustle about her. Her basic pace is that of someone window shopping in soho. NEVER SEE HER AGAIN to speak to until we flag her down to order 2 beers knowing that we have to plan ahead for her abscence. By this point our food main course had arrived (it took exactly 1 hour to get our meals (burger and hangar steak) and we were pretty much checked out mentally from this experience. We never rec'd bread either (although one table near us did. The only entertainment to pass the time is to watch the other diners slowly decompensate with you as they struggle through the horrible service. We started at first giving the watiress the benefit of the doubt thinking it was all the kitchen that couldn't handle it. however--she did nothing to make patrons feel like it wasn't her fault. So in part she is an accomplice to this disaster of a dinner on a saturday night. When you know that historically the kitchen is slow it's a great idea to water the glasses, bring more bread (okay how about some bread), see if your drinks need freshening, checking on how the appetizer is. SHE DID ZERO. It's like her job was to put the order in the computer and pick up the money. The food is deliver 'uncerimoniously' by other kitchen help. These servers except for one have no interest. Food is dropped at the table and they walk away. the party of 4 behind us got attention because they flagged her down at every pass she made. Squeaky wheels and all that. My husbands lamb/beef burger was okay. French fries dry. My hanger steak was seasoned okay. Fries dry. TONIC flat in our gin and tonic. almost sour. Total bill for burger/steak/2 gins, 2 beers, beet salad, and spring rolls=103.00 I left her 110. I have never ever ever consciously undertipped--i'll go through the bottom of my wallet to make sure they get at least 20 percent. She wasnt' even worth 15 percent. OH BONUS POINTS: went to the bathroom downstairs. . no TP . . no paper towels. WILL NEVER EVER GO BACK and this was a placed i'd enjoy lunch at.

Lauren L.

I came across Spring Street Natural a while back while just roaming the city. After reviewing the menu and seeing that they had options for meat eaters and vegans alike I was sold. It wasn't until this weekend while my parents were in town that I finally dined at Spring Street Natural. Another reason I was roped in, they had pumpkin raviolis. Enough said. We arrived at the Saturday evening around 7:30, we were a party of 4, but since only 3 of us were there, they banished us to the bar. How sad right?! And mind you, we just came from happy hour. My mom ordered the Blood Orange -Raspberry Cosmo (Stoli Razberi, Cointreau, fresh lime juice, fresh blood orange puree, splash of cranberry juice), which was delightful! I had the Asian Plum Cocktail (Ume-shu-dento Japanese plum liqueur, Cointreau, fresh lime juice, cranberry juice and Champagne), whenever I saw the plum liqueur I was sold. And it was topped off with some bubbs, done and done! My dad went for his ol' stand by a vodka tonic. Around 8:15ish we were finally seated, at a table was comfortable but still a little crammed. It was bench style on one side with two chairs on the other. I'm always a bench or booth kind of girl, but when you get a table, you just take it. All of a sudden, the table went quiet ... we all had our heads in the menu. Everything looks so delicious it was really a tough choice even though I had already looked at the menu, oh man I lost count of how many times! And then of course there was the specials menu. That damn menu will get me every time! So my dad stuck with his order of the Asian Salad (mesclun, romaine and iceberg lettuce, fresh pineapple, toasted almonds, crispy noodles, julienne carrots, jicama, fresh mango and spring onions in a spicy toasted sesame-miso dressing (v)). This salad came in a bowl that was definitely not portion control size. Which meant ... everyone at the table got to try some! Wahoo! I love sesame dressing and anything with miso, so after the first bite I was somewhat regretting not getting this salad. Even though there was iceberg lettuce in the salad, which I personally can't stand, it was extremely good and oh so fresh. And for his entree he went with the Pumpkin Ravioli (pancetta (Italian bacon), zucchini, brown sage butter, amaretto crunch). This was a generous serving of over sized ravs. He was kind enough to find a piece that wasn't near the bacon and give me a whole rav, isn't he sweet! The shell was tender, warm and packed nicely with pumpkin. The flavoring of pumpkin was right on, from the minute it hit your taste buds with the accent of of the brown sage butter sauce ... I'd say they knocked this one out of the park! For my mom's entree, she ordered the Tamarind Ginger Glazed Organic Salmon (honey grits cake, sautéed green beans and cashews). Now I'm not sure what happened here but I never got a bite. Not okay. But the salmon was sitting on this huge circle potato like looking thing. I did try that and while it tasted like potato we still weren't sure. Mind you we were on a forth round of cocktails. After asking the waitress if it was indeed potato, it quickly got pushed to the side. It was a nice size stripe of salmon drizzled with the glazed complimented by the greens and crushed cashews. My friend Jasmine and I decided to go spilities on the meal. Yay! Off the special menu, the jumbo sea scallops really caught our eye along the tempeh stew. After placing the order for the scallops, the waitress quickly told us that they were out. Not a happy foodie! So we had to quickly go back and revise the meal. We decided on the Sesame Crusted Sashimi Rare Yellowfin Tuna Steakl (soy mirin glaze, wasabi mashed potatoes, sauteed baby bok choy and crispy leeks). Wow, we had it prepared medium, I could have done rarw but Jasmine wasn't into that! The sesame crust held to the tuna ever so nicely and gave it more than enough flavor and with the bite of soy mirin glaze it was unspeakable. I loved the crispy leeks on top as they added a little extra crunch to the meal and who doesn't love baby bok choy?! The potatoes were decent, I only had a bite because I was intrigued by the flavor but I can't say they were the winner of the plate. For our second entree with we with the tempeh stew. Which was basically just tempeh and some sauteed veggies served with white rice. When I tell you I didn't taste anything, I mean that. They totally missed on the flavor here, which is really too bad because it sounded like it had some good potential. We also ordered off the specials menu for the table, Mushroom risotto. Which was in truffle oil. Enough said right people?! And it was the perfect item to share between the four of us. For a busy eatery on a Saturday night, the wait wasn't too painful and the service was right on.Our waitress took our order in a timely manner and even came over to check on us! It was a delightful experience with enjoyable food!

mike f.

This place has a great location, and the food is usually fine, I just now had a horrific experience with the owner. We were sitting outside for brunch, drinking coffee and waiting for someone to give us the bill. We weren't in a rush, and we assumed the waiter wasn't either since he just kept refilling our coffee cups. This would all be great, except then the owner, came out and yelled at us. Her exact words were, "we have a lot of people waiting, you need to leave". The waiter actually came out and appologized for her, but she is the owner so not much he could do about it. So my advice is go for the location, but watch out for the owner.

Jocelyn C.

This is a good restaurant for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians, located right off the 6 train Spring Street stop. It's nice enough for a special occasion, but reasonably affordable enough to go to any day of the week. The last time I was here there was a (vegan) seitan marsala special with olive oil mashed potatoes. It was flavorful and delicious - one of the best seitan dishes I have tried - and hearty and I hope they make it a part of the regular menu.

Yolanda L.

Very nice atmosphere. As this weekend is a holiday the place was very busy and some options on there menu was gone :( The Cesar salad with jumbo shrimp and the Asian was very taste. Its a very good Option on the soho area.

Elizabeth B.

Healthy food done wrong! I have to give this place 2 stars for the organic options. But the food sucked, so what's the point? My entree was the almond-cheddar veggie burger. There did not seem to be any cheddar in this burger. And it was soft and mushy. Weird. This place has great reviews, but I won't be rushing back.

R T.

Delicious and healthy food, great atmosphere (lots of windows), fair prices, great service. What could be better. I've been going there for years and never been disappointed.

Michael S.

Fantastic Saturday brunch.. veggie frittata with manchego cheese, and an omelet w goat cheese and ham. Hand cut fries, and excellent hot coffee :) Our service could have been better, but I'd still return any time.

Madhu R.

Great place to find organic food that's reasonably priced, in a fun area, and where the portion size is really good. The food itself is good, not great, but the prinicple and vibe make up for any shortcomings. Their outdoor tables are the best, so get them while you can. Definitely worth the wait.

Steph B.

This place is great!! Before we even ordered we were met with the most amazing, restaurant baked and extremely fresh tomato bread. So delicious! We started with the Seafood Risotto, which I have ordered before. It's definitely a favorite. We also had the Organic Tofu-Avocado Salad which was out of this world! I actually tried to recreate this the following week, but it just wasn't the same. For entrees we ordered the special, Tilefish that came with some tropical accompaniments. Our favorite was the Cod which came with the best onion mashed potatoes. We completely cleaned the plate - yum! Unfortunately, we were too full to try any of the desserts. I really don't think you can go wrong here. The people that said anything different must not have ordered the right things. We listened to our extremely friendly server so definitely steered us in the right direction. Another great thing about this restaurant is the abundant outdoor seating. It took us no time to score a great table on a Sunday evening.

Elizabeth J.

Our food took over 45 minutes and two of the meals came out cold. We told the manager and all he did was comp two beers. The food that wasn't cold was just ok. All the drinks were weak and tasted like mixer -we ended up switching to beer to "taste" alcohol. This place sucks go elsewhere.

Helen B.

Review for brunch only. 3.5 stars. Good reliable place for brunch in Soho. They have a great selection of healthy breakfast, tofu scramble, etc.. and regular staples and always a good special fritatta which they can make with egg whites for you. Never a long wait for a table since the space is large and service is always good and prompt! The fries are good and I heard their ketchup is homemade. I was here on a cold winter day and it was just the cozy brunch I needed. I had the Mayan eggs and they were just want I needed :)

Jennette B.

Yummy service could be a bit more on it.

E B.

This place is just awful. I am writing a review - which I never do- to warn people. If you're a tourist that's willing to pay literally double the price on all menu items and have no ability to gauge what good food is, by all means go for it. If you're from here, you will be sadly disappointed and feel EXTREMELY ripped off. Went here for dinner. Ordered the pan-seared tuna with bok choy and my boyfriend ordered the steak. We got a scallop special as an appetizer. This amounted to a whopping $111 with a drink. The scallops came out crusted in cornmeal and COLD and mushy, undercooked on the inside. Sauce was pretty good, but overall really nasty and probably not safe to eat. The tuna was freezing cold and had NO taste at all, the steak was chewy and underdone, and served with a pile of mushy red peppers and spinach with absolutely no flavor. The one redeeming factor was that the servers were very nice and accommodating. However, for a $100+ meal, this was probably the most depressing dining experience I've ever had in NYC. The prices are ridiculous, the food is cold, undercooked, and underseasoned- please, just avoid it at all costs.

City Dweller ..

Favorite restaurant in New York. My family always has its surprise parties here. It has many dishes for both meat eaters and vegans. Dishes are creative, well portioned, and delicious. I love the atmosphere. It's not cheap, but it's a nice splurge. I always seem to get the macrobiotic vegetable dish. I don't know what it is about those sea veggies, but they are amazing!

Sarah C.

Spring Street Natural has the feeling of a neigborhood institution; it's so big that it has to have been there for years. I met my friend here for dinner after working out. It's healthy-ish, casual enough that I could show up in gym clothes, and tasty but not high maintenance. It doesn't really feel like a downtown NYC restaurant, and sometimes that's a good thing.

Tony L.

A positive three stars. You just gotta know that when you come here a) you may not find what you're expecting to find on the menu and b) at least you can leave with a healthy conscious. Prime example? The section under burgers and sandwiches. There are no hamburgers or cheeseburgers. The closest two items you'll get are a chicken burger and a hanger steak sandwich. In other words--if you're a die-hard carnivore like I am, think twice. That said, I did order the chicken burger. And since you can't order a chicken burger medium rare--well, I guess you can, just prepare yourself for a toilet marathon--it was expectedly tough, but surprisingly filling. Plus the quality was excellent. The friend I came with had a 50% off coupon, so our lunch, including two drinks each came out a little over twenty bucks. Had it been $40, I don't think I would have been as happy. But who ever said eating out AND eating healthy was cheap?

Emily F.

Pretty solid. You know what you're getting most of the time here, and it's fun not to play the guessing game of 'will this dish come out how i think it will' when trying new restaurants. Conveniently located, and not a bad spot to sit outdoors on a sunny day. Not the best natural foods restaurant, but reliable in a fix.

Glenn I.

Went here two nights ago and really enjoyed it. The prices were fair and the wait staff was very nice. I got the chicken burger and it was really delicious. I also got some gelato and it was equally as yummy and great portion sizes. I got one of their specialty cocktails and it was amazing and she even gave me the extra so I did not end up having to get a second drink. I would definitely go back here and recommend it.

Eugene M.

Stopped by for a quick lunch and sat at the bar. I had the grilled vegetable sandwich on freshly baked ciabatta bread served with terra chips and leafy greens. I'm not a vegetarian by any means but fantastic sandwich. Served with an herbal rasberry ice tea which was far from tasting like rasberry or ice tea but whatever. Service was ok at the bar.

Riki V.

Great healthy food, nice atmosphere, and easy location. I went here on a whim and we enjoyed everything! I would recommend.

Jade W.

Mayan Eggs = Delicious Brunch. BUT I will say I feel like the quality of service and food has declined drastically over the last year or so. The food is rather bland and wait staff inattentive. Sad to say, I'll probably never go back.

Dave T.

I went here for brunch awhile back and it is still one of the best brunches I've had. I ordered the french toast with a side of bacon. Heavenly. Fresh fruit and syrup on top of the french toast, the bacon was cooked perfectly (just before it gets crispy) and it really had that applewood smoked flavor to it.

Mabel L.

A friend took me to dinner here when I told her I was craving some good salad. The wood decor, the huge windows, and the candle-lit ambience made it seem like a good place to take a date. There's a good variety of healthy choices, and entrees are reasonably priced, starting at about $10-$12. I ordered a very savory chopped salad with free range grilled chicken, grape tomatoes, cheddar cheese, corn, and really tasty croutons that were just right - light and not too crunchy. My friend ordered the baked gorgonzola polenta special which was really good as well. Service was so-so, could have been a little better. I'd come here again to try their lunch and to be able to see Soho through the large windows during the daytime.

Paul I.

The Grilled Vegetable sandwich looked and tasted delectable, albeit a little on the cool side (temperature-wise). Mango Bellini was strong and tasty. Very busy spot, but after sitting down we had a great time there. My definite favorite part was "PEACE LOVE UNITY RESPECT" printed on the receipts. Old-school ravers can appreciate that. :)

Eric S.

This place was quite good. Its dishes are inexpensive and its space is quite large for its location. There are plenty of vegetarian options. The atmosphere is pleasing. The seats near the window are great for watching the fabulous nobodies walk by. The bread is awesome. The service gets 3 stars. I'm not the type that likes to be asked frequently "how things are," but I do like water when my glass is empty. We had to create quite a diversion to get any attention from our server.

Erin D.

One of the worst Eggs Benedicts I've ever had. A microscopic amount of hollandaise sauce (I would guess about 1-2 teaspoons) that literally couldn' t be tasted, on top of eggs that were overcooked (or sat under the heat lamp too long) and didn't have those nice runny yolks you want from eggs benedict. My wife said her french toast was mediocre. On the upside, the outdoor seating was nice, and the location is very convenient if you're shopping in SoHo.

lisa w.

5 stars for the fresh squeezed grapefruit juice! i had a great lunch here recently. my salad was appropriately gourmet without being tiny or pretentious. the service was a tad slow, but it wasn't so bad that i'd knock a star off. i do however knock a star off for the really crappy bathrooms (only 2 women's stalls for a very big restaurant and one was broken and the other had no toilet paper... a big veto in my book)

Jennifer B.

A solid stand-by in the hopping Soho/Nolita brunch and dinner scene, Spring Street has never failed to please me. We are always seated right away (once in the corner window spot beneath two large potted trees - very romantic!) and the service is normally speedy. As other reviewers have mentioned, all the seafood dishes here are killer, the portions generous, and to say the wine list is under-priced would be an understatement. The homemade bread that comes with the meal is also very satisfying. Most importantly, this place has a good vibe - folks don't come here to been seen, they just come to have a delicious and "natural" dining experience.

Barbara H.

It's one step above a diner (I love a good diner btw). I've been going here on and off for the last 10 years since my high school days. The portions are big, the bread is delicious, and I feel good knowing that their food is generally well sourced. Wine selections aren't too expensive. I recommend the Rioja. The last time I went our server, Benjamin, was exceedingly accommodating. Now if they could only make larger bathrooms...

V F.

my go to for healthy lunch in the area. great salads and love their raspberry iced tea in the summer.

Jessica L.

Great brunch menu and even better lunch options. I thoroughly enjoy their salads and the Spanish eggs on the tortilla etc. is great! It's a big space so you never really have to wait as the place is rarely packed and is always changing over quickly. The service is friendly and helpful and the prices are reasonable. Not the best brunch in the city or the area but will hit the spot if you are looking for something quick and easy.

JP G.

I ate dinner here on August 25th, 2007(the muggiest/hottest night ever), as a day before-my-birthday birthday dinner. Of course, I was there with my lovely Natasha, and as usual we had a great time. We were seated quickly and nicely...near the window, perfect for people watching in and out of the restaurant. I'm glad that this place is aware of what a "good seat" is, as compared to any other restaurant that will willingly seat you near the restroom...uggh, don't get me started. I ventured out on this meal, trying the corn crusted tofu, and I was pleasantly surprised. The sauce was good, but I used the leftover sauce on Tasha's fish dish to liven it up. We both sipped on tasty drinks, their coconut mojito and leche martini are superb. There was a bachelorette party next to us that asked to take our picture, since one of them had a dare to take a picture of a beautiful couple...well I guess I can't blame them... ;-)

Aaron F.

This is a great restaurant if you like seafood and don't want to wait to be seated. We were seated at a table for 5 with no wait on Saturaday at 9pm. I am a seafood lover and loved that the menu was almost all seafood. My friend, however, was not as happy as she did not like seafood, so she wasn't left with many options. The service was lacking. We ordered a bottle of rose wine, which the waiter served in CHAMPAGNE glasses. After pouring our Rose into the champagne glasses, he then said "oops, I thought this was sparkling" then did nothing to correct his mistake. He dropped things a few times and was generally nowhere to be found. The most popular dish on the menu seemed to be Seered Tuna, though I didn't order it because you can have seered tuna almost anywhere that serves seafood. Instead, I ordered a swordfish. It was the best swordfish I've ever had, lightly breaded with something or other and topped with a mango salsa. However, it was served over a heaping portion of bland, soggy potatoes that just didn't mix with the healthy, fresh feeling of the restaurant and the rest of my dish.

Peter M.

Best. tuna. entree. evar. This place rocks - I always get their tuna entree with baby bok choy and wasabi, and it's absolutely delicious. We just went the other day for what is probably the first time - my wife always gets the chicken entree which she loves, but I do have to say that it was a little try this time, not sure why. My tuna was great as usual, though. Very cool setting and location - nice big windows and spacious layout. Great for private parties.

Lynette C.

Get the ceaser with calamari. Period. Large. Croutons are disappointing, but the tender toobs of perfectly char grillled calamari more than make up for them.

Jason C.

When we stopped here for a bite while in SoHo, I was somewhat happily surprised. Despite the sort of commercial feel to it, the food was pretty good and had lots of options for my veggie buddy. My yellowfin tuna salad had a let the tuna cook a bit too long, but all in all it was one of the better salads I've had in NYC. Pricing was a tiny bit high, but not if you consider that portions are huge (I generally like to eat, and still took home a doggy bag.

S B.

Perfect option if you're looking to order something light and healthy. That being said, can't pass up that bread they bring to the table...

LovesGoodFood B.

Stopped in for lunch and ended up sharing two appetizers- the hummus place and the Korean seitan, and a glass of wine each. This was plenty of food for the two of us. The hummus came with ample hummus, pita, tomatoes, olives, red onions, and a banana pepper. The seitan had a very nice light soy flavor and had a nice texture. Decided to combine the two and make a little pita sandwich bite and it was very good. Will definitely go back to try more.

Yumi A.

Solid, fresh brunch fare in a convenient location. The restaurant is really big, so I tend to go here when I'm too hungry and don't want to wait in long lines. Their bread basket is pretty good. I esp. like their sweet carrot bread (?), and you can't really go wrong with any of the menu items. I can't give it a 4 though because there isn't anything here that is particularly memorable.

emily h.

I've been here several times but my brunch last week was not as good as the previous ones. My eggs were rubbery, I asked for jam and got none and my friend hated her challah french toast that's usually awesome. I hope it's better next time!

Amanda S.

I've been here a total of 4 times now. each time, we've had a great experience. I've also been with a large group, and everyone was excited and happy with their meals. the portions are good and the prices are especially reasonable for the neighborhood. this is a great place for vegetarians and people with dietary restrictions.

Pheniece J.

I was visiting a friend in NYC and she raved about the food here. We went on a Friday night and were sat promptly - I can't tell if that's good or bad for NYC. The decor is nice. I ordered a salad that was a good portion and filled with organic vegetables - garbanzo beans, peppers, lettuce, artichoke, etc. The salad and dressing were pretty bland. My friend got the free range chicken that was good. So I left there feeling satiated, but when we got home my stomach began gurgling and I had an upset stomach the rest of the night. Not fun at all and it seems the previous poster had a similar experience with getting sick from the food.

Sarah H.

Drinks: peak organic - excellent. Blueberry Bomblance - way overpriced for what it is. skip. food: root vegetable cassoulet - fantastic! I don't typically like meat substitutes, but this was great! cheeseburger - just good. fries were thin and yummy. Would go back because of the great number of veggie options, otherwise it's pretty good. Service was great.

Sue G.

Came here for the first time this weekend and had an overall great experience. The staff was on top of everything and were very diligent with the water (which I love bc I drink a lot of it!). If you want a creative, clean meal you won't feel bad about yourself for indulging-this is a great option! Servings were generous and everything we ordered was delicious. To start, our party of 4 had the edamame (hard to mess up), salad, hummus and crab cakes. We all sampled around and I really enjoyed the crab cake! For dinner I had the special- garlic/avocado mahi-mahi w fingerling potatoes and broccoli rabe. It was basically everything I love on a plate. It was a different and creative combination executed perfectly. Everything was cooked right and served timely. For dessert we had the flourless chocolate cake served with strawberry ice cream...one word-divine.

Margaret I.

Stumbled upon this place last night for a late-ish dinner. (9pm on a Monday counts as late, right?) Anyway, don't be fooled or dissuaded from eating there just because "Natural" is in the name, and so many vegans/vegetarians seem to like the place, it's got real food too! I enjoyed a seriously delicious (and a generous portion I might add) hanger steak. I didn't even bother to read what it came with so I was pleasantly surprised when I also was enjoying, pickled pablano (sp?) peppers, spinach, and cheddar mashed potatoes. All for $24. I could have easily split the meal with my husband but I was ravenous and ate pretty much everything on my plate. My husband ordered the Cajun Catfish and it was also a generous and filling portion. Not too spicy, but it had great flavor. We shared the beets and and goat cheese appetizer, which was perfect. I like basic, beets and cheese. Our server was friendly and we never had to wait long for our water glasses to be refilled. I would definitely go back, there's a little something for everyone there.

t d.

Nice location, good atmosphere, friendly staff. My latte was slightly warmer than room temperature, not great flavor. French toast and breakfast sausage was good, toast part was better than sausage. The brussels sprouts salad was outsanding. I want to replicate it at home since it's a long way from our Southern California home. You win some you loose some, but it's still a good experience.

Lana T.

This restaurant is perfectly located in the middle of Soho. I would say location makes this restaurant a winner. Venue: (4/5) Awesome location and huge venue. If you're roaming around soho and need a last minute place to eat for brunch this is your place. Just a block from baalthazar but less of a wait. Food: (3/5) meh. I don't remember anything I ordered but I've been here several times. Not great...not bad. Service: (3/5) service was nothing special to write about. Got my order, food and bill. Would I go back if I were in the neighborhood...yes! Would I plan to go back ... No!

Grace R.

Amazing service, incredible food! We got a table right away at 11:30 on a Saturday and sat in a nice booth vs. a table right next to another group. Definitely would recommend to anyone!

Benson Y.

I've been in the odd position of not having had much luck with brunch spots in Soho. There's plenty of them to be sure, but not all are created equal. When it came time to get some food after a workout, my buddy Albert W. and I headed over to Spring Street natural (where he had been previously and had a good experience). Spring Street Natural used to occupy less space, but now they're a large restaurant with plenty of seating for parties big and small. We were seated quickly at a booth, nice and comfortable. Our waitress was very friendly and greeted us quickly as the busboys brought us water. During the course of the meal our coffee cups were almost never empty and our water was refreshed at a good pace. Given that it kept getting progressively busier in the restaurant after we arrived, this was worth noting. We were given a bread basket with butter. One bread was a sesame seed bread that had a nice, toasty, nutty flavor to it. The other was a pumpkin bread with slightly browned edges that gave it a taste and chew I really appreciated. I decided to order the omelet with smoked ham, shiitake mushrooms, red onions, and ricotta cheese with hand-cut French fries. The omelet was very tasty, and all the ingredients were fresh and flavorful. The omelet was also properly moist and not dried out at all (yes, this is possible, I've seen it elsewhere). The french fries and the accompanying ketchup were quite a surprise. The ketchup had an extra savory/sweet level above your typical diner's watered down Heinz. The crunch, thin fries went perfectly with it but they already had plenty of flavor on their own. I'm happy I finally checked out Spring Street Natural Restaurant. I look forward to my next trip there!

Henry G.

This place has been around since the early seventies. I started going here back then with my vegetarian girlfriend who became my wife. Over the years they kept up their standards. A place you can always get a good vegetarian meal and the rest of us can find something good to eat too.

M A.

This restaurant is a great, dependable go-to. Service is quick and courteous, the bar offerings are ample, and the food is well made with quality ingredients. The salads are particularly tasty. Though there is outdoor seating, I don't particularly enjoy it--it feels a little cramped with the sidewalk space.

Tamara P.

This is a great place for someone who is dieting, or just simply doesn't want to consume junk! There are alot of healthy options and these options taste great! The Goat Cheese and Beats salad was very yummy, So was the grilled chicken Salad, Sweet Potato Fries were also very good. My friend really enjoyed the Chicken Sandwich as well. Service is quick and helpful, and the place itself gets really packed, but there is hardly any wait time to be seated because its a really big place. If you are in the area def come here, you will most definitely enjoy it.

Ken D.

I'm sorry, but I must have been missing something at Spring Street Natural Restaurant during my recent visit: Flavor! My seafood risotto was devoid of it, necessitating a boat load of salt to get something sparking on my tongue. My hangar steak was served with near cold mashed potatoes. It was cold outside and maybe the kitchen is down the block? Is that possible? Disappointing: I was expecting fresh, natural and clean food. I didn't expect watery, luke warm, steam table fare.

Leah F.

I absolutely love this place! My mom and I stopped by here for a quick bite to eat while visiting New York, and they really did an impressive job! My lunch looked like art, and it tasted just as good! The service is a little slow, but the food makes up for it! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Jennie W.

On the pricier side (~$15-20 for lunch), but you're paying for healthy, "natural" food with vegetarian, etc. options. The food is light and, sadly, on the bland side. It's woodsy and fresh inside, big, high ceilings, earthy furniture. Great large window walls so you can people watch. I also noticed a sign for live jazz Thursday nights 7-10p... maybe that would up the ante on this place.

Bill B.

Amazing south western grilled chicken salad. Perfectly roasted corn, cranberries, arugula & spinach lettuce with feta cheese and a light strawberry dressing. Service was disappointing. Great outdoor seating venue. Moderate prices tall ceilings. Terrible bathrooms

Dave H.

Perfect people watching spot, and the food is superb stuff. Considering their corner location right off the 6, there's always a flurry of activity. They can handle a lunch crowd, and they're cozy enough to be a second date spot. Carnivores must try their grilled steak sammy: It's a savory treat, toasted bread, tender meat, with a lime-chile mayonnaise, grilled onions, and a side of rather tasty French fries. Don't be shy with the mayo, and save me some ketchup; I don't know what they put in it, but I want a jar for home. If you're into fish, their sea bass is stand-out, tender and light, with a bed of lentils to supplement its flavor and texture. For best results, pair with a light wine.

Yvonne Y.

perhaps because i'm from cali and i know that just because something is "natural" or organic, it doesn't have to be bad, I am particularly grossed out by my experience at this restaurant... I am serious about the ,"grossed out" fries were soggy sent them back they refried the SAME batch came out brown and soggy (how does this happen?) we let go for a moment busser spilt water (and i mean SPILT, not dribbled) on the aforementioned fries waitress insists on bringing new fries and leaves without listening we grab her and say we would like them removed she gets pissed everything else was bland and icky- natural foods are typically good because they are NATURAL. how this restaurant messed it all up...again maybe it's a new york thing (just like my friend says she can't find a good tamale in NYC)

Lisa S.

I did not like the food here at all.... I got a free-range chicken burger, and it was the weirdest piece of chicken ever. Only reason I'm giving it 2 stars is because the fries were AMAZING. I would only go back here to order the fries; steer clear of the burger at all costs!!

Will S.

Good food, good price with a comfortable, family style restaurant vibe. Not a date spot but a solid option for quenching your hunger. Predominantly a middle-America crowd. Large but quiet enough to carry on a conversation. Service was friendly and attentive. Menu was expansive - sushi, fish, vegetarian, meat, organic, Italian, etc. I had the southwest salad which was good but the chicken was a little dry and it had a little too much dressing. My friends had the short ribs and the baked chicken. Their son had spaghetti with meat sauce. All were good, not great. This plus a bottle of pinot noir and a dinner salad came to about $100 before tip - hard to beat that in NYC.

Nancy Z.

I come here almost every week. Large portion, organic, creative, nonpretentious. I love their tuna steak, which has wasabi mashed potatoes that just give that extra kick. I always get a side of their sauteed veggies...always done just perfectly!

Victor P.

The food was good and awesome bloody marrys

Ezra H.

A perfectly average restaurant to bring your out of town veggie friends who want to eat in Soho but don't want to take a risk and are happy with mediocre. Oh, and not everything is organic so.... I guess I really don't get the point...maybe it's a better than average place for vegan/veggies? Anyone? Footnote: Servers/staff were very nice and attentive- kudos to them!

Karina A.

my best friend and i were doing a little shopping in the area and got hungry.. since we are both pretty healthy eaters, we were immediately drawn to this place when we saw the sign.. we shared the hummus appetizer, which comes with hummus, diced tomatoes, red onions and pitas. i got the stir fried veggies over brown rice and asked for some of their carrot ginger dressing, which was off the hook. prices are reasonable and the restaurant is huge.

Agent B.

The signs aren't hidden, from the minute you walk through the door you are greeted by people who show no enthusiam about doing their job. You are then seated at a table that looks as if they used the broom to sweep off the crumbs. The glasses are dirty, I ordered red wine and spotted a fruit fly floating in it as it was delivered to me. God honestly the best thing about this place was the complimentary bread basket presented upon arrival. The food wasn't bad but I would have enjoyed it ten times more had the environment not felt so dirty. I shutter to think how I would have felt dining in the outside eating area which unfortunately is right on the corner of Spring and Lafayette.

Amy G.

Not impressed. I was here over a year ago and had a bad experience when I ordered the Mediterranean Grilled Yellow Tuna Salad. The tuna just wasn't fresh and the other toppings were mush. A year later, i wanted to give it a second chance. Another disappointment with the Asian Salad. it was doused in dressing and there was nothing noteworthy about it. Maybe I am just ordering the wrong things here, but I won't be going back.

K M.

The food was great, if over priced. Service was *terrible.* I had to chase someone down to get wine, a check, anything. He didn't even seem to want to sell us something to increase the tab. Not worth it!

Nice restaurant / Cafe near Spring St. station, good Sunday brunch, healthy stuff but bit expensive compared to other cafes in the area.

Trevor H.

Went here for a business-related lunch, was not at all impressed. Both the bread and Caesar salad were bland and unimpressive.

Timothy B.

Something for everyone, veg or meat eater. I just went back here recently and there sauteed or steamed veggies with brown rice and tmepeh, seitan or tofu is always great. This is no damage eating and without a big pricetag. The atmosphere is great, but it can be a bit noisy if there at prime time. One of my fav VEG restaurants in NYC!

Romana Claretta H.

the food is delicious and the restaurant is well decorated BUT the service we received was plain and simple awful. we had to beg the waitress to serve us. at one point she rolled her eyes at us! i spoke to the manager and basically was told "OH WELLS. we're understaffed and she's working a long day shift." so thas my problem!? i'm not askin her to run a marathon while she served the food i'm paying for. absolutely ridiculous and unacceptable. no apologies for the rude inadequate service. will not be goin bak there again.

Trish F.

My friend works in the neighborhood so this was her pick for dinner. Walking around the corner and peering in, I thought.. how cute! The place is pretty large, but the low lighting, flowers on each table, and the general atmosphere just seemed chill. Our waitress sat us down at one of the small side tables. Shortly afterwards they sat a couple right next to us. The tables were so close, when the woman was going for the inside, I grabbed a plate that was almost knocked over by her skirt. In doing so, I knocked over the vase of flowers. Point? Try to get a table in the main area instead of those two person tables near the entrance in order to avoid breaking ish. Or maybe I'm just a clutzpants. When my friend went to the bathroom the waitress brought over the bread basket while I was waiting. YUM (to the bread not the bathroom)! There were assorted breads but what really caught my taste buds was a pumpkinesque bread. SO good. Note: If you're having dinner, hold the butter over the votive candle. Otherwise that stuff is hard as a rock! For dinner, I got the grilled grass-fed New York strip steak sandwich and my friend got the organic rice and vegetable dinner. The toasted ciabatta was incredibly hard and scratched my face at the first bite. It was also burnt, but it was at the opposite end of where I began so I didn't notice it for awhile (blech.. burnt taste in your mouth stays foreverrrr). The grilled onions were in a clump so I had to open my sandwich and spread them evenly amongst the limpy sad lettuce. The lime-chile mayonnaise was a nice accent to the otherwise bland steak. I overheard the waitress tell the other table it had to be cooked medium to medium well for some reason but it was definitely medium in my sandwich because despite the dim lighting I could see pink. The hand cut fries that came with the sandwich were really good, but I wonder if I got the bottom of the barrel because they were short nubby bites. My friend raved about her dish though (seasonal veggies, organic black beans, seaweed) and was quickly stuffed. She ended up taking half of her plate home. The atmosphere can get quite noisy and it's pretty difficult to hear the person across from you when there are people sitting next to you. The waitress was nice enough to us, but overhearing her talk to the couple next to us.. she seemed like she had a bit of an attitude. Sure, the woman was super demanding, but girl, you're working for tips. Kill em with kindness! Oh and the restaurant is COOOLLDD but the bathroom is pretty dang warm. Make frequent trips to get through the meal. ;) Props to the restaurant for their organic mission but I'm afraid I'm not that impressed. If I do come back, it'll be strictly for veggies and for a side of (hopefully full sized) fries to support organicness..

Bryan H.

Nothing really natural here except I guess the naturally high prices of the SoHo area. Gave their chicken sandwich a try, while satisfied I wasn't that impressed. I think the highlight may have been the complimentary bread they provide to start. It's a very open airy space and service is acceptable. If you're in SoHo and looking for a place to sit and get some food, Spring St. Natural will satisfice.

Flo T.

i've always wanted to try this place out when walking by, and i finally did this tuesday night...and i was not disappointed! i had the SESAME CRUSTED SASHIMI RARE YELLOWFIN TUNA STEAK with a soy mirin glaze, served with wasabi mashed potatoes, sauteed baby bok choy and crispy leeks for $24.00. the portion was a good size for the price (price was decent for the area), and the restaurant itself was big and spacious, unlike the other teeny tiny places in soho. i will definately go back to try their other dishes.

Lise C.

I was walking by this place--the only interaction I'd recommend--with a friend today and remembered how disappointing all the lunches I've had there have been (with the possible exception of the time that my company paid for lunch, which of course makes anything palatable). I went once with my mom and had an omelette, which I ordered runny. Now I do not expect runny omelettes when I order them, just as I have learned not to expect water without ice when I ask for water without ice, but I guess I hope that my request vouchsafes against the overcooked. As it turned out, my omelette was only slightly more tender than a burlap bag, and my mother observed that it looked/tasted as if it had been cooked earlier and then reheated. What is this, an airplane? The second time I went I had the salmon salad with lentils; if someday every other restaurant in SoHo is closed or has burnt down and you have to go here, you should order this just to be safe. The salmon is overcooked, of course, but the lemon dressing isn't bad, and come on, it's pretty hard to screw up lentils. If you want a nice sitdown lunch in SoHo and find Balthazar too self-congratulating for your tastes, you should try La Esquina on Kenmare or even the little Indonesian place down the block from Spring Street Natural. Just don't waste your time here.

Josef P.

About the lightest California style food you'll find in Soho. Still a little heavier than expected for a "natural" place.

Mike T.

I'm quite taken aback by the amount of negative reviews for Spring Natural on here. While the service here can definitely be spotty, the food and the atmosphere make the trip worth it alone. They have a wide array of vegetarian/vegan selections as well as some of the best people watching in all of SoHo/Nolita thanks to their large paned windows. One final note, avoid the weekend rush here at all costs, if you don't want to be caught in the onslaught of tourists pushing and prodding there way up to the hostesses desk. Try Spring Natural on a quieter week day, preferably for lunch.

Cynthia F.

A friendly, casual restaurant suitable for business or family groups. I met a friend there for brunch. I had the salmon eggs benedict, and my dining partner had the Mayan eggs. Both dishes were well-prepared. Service was prompt and friendly. 3 stars instead of 5 because the menu did not offer particularly innovative options.

Jeni Y.

I like this place! I was pleasantly surprised, considering I had no expectations. My expectations were originally to grab lunch with a friend at Balthazar at 3pm - safely after brunch, safely before dinner, right? wrong! The line was out the door (!?!?). Now, Balthazaar is one of my favorite restaurants in the city, but not worth an hour wait in the middle of the afternoon. So we wandered along Spring and found this place and decided to give it a try. It looked packed inside, but we waited less than 2 minutes to get a seat - the waiter gave us a seat at the window, which was great, since the restaurant is right a wide intersection and you get a great view (something you definitely can't get at Balthazar). And the big windows brought in a lot of light. The place was huge with high ceilings, and a happily-noisy and cozy feel to it. I'm not sure about their dinner menu, but their lunch menu is very reasonably priced - average entree dishes were around 10-12 dollars. There were a lot of tempting looking sandwiches and salads on the menu, but since I had originally wanted the Moules Frites at Balthazar, I decided to get the steamed mussels in broth - it was an appetizer, but the portions surprisingly huge (and really good). I definitely recommend it if you're a mussels freak like me. Great place. I plan to drop by again soon!

DM M.

I love this place and WISH Hoboken would get some health restaurants with veggie dishes.

Thiago d.

The food is great, but the staff is the MOST UNFRIENDLY I've experienced EVER. I felt like they hated us from the moment we came in. This seemed to be the general tone with everyone - not just us. It sucks because with thousands of restaurants in NYC, it's so hard to find organic food. So they get away with the horrible treatment, because there is such a high demand for this kind of restaurant.

Judith R.

This place has a bias against single diners. I was thrilled to find it during my search for a decent lunch during my 1 hour break from jury duty and especially glad for outside seating - I really needed some fresh air and sunshine and there were three tables free. Alas, I was told that during "busy times" they don't seat single people outside. Dejected, I took the indoor table near the window where I watched those three tables stay empty the ENTIRE TIME I ATE. Obviously, this place cares more about the customers who AREN'T THERE over the customers who are. Shame on you!

Ed W.

Okay food, poor service. I went there for lunch, slightly after the normal lunch rush hour, and sat at the bar. The bartender did his thing for about 10 minutes before acknowledging I was there, even for a drink. I got the menu and was ready to order in a minute or two, but waited another five - I reiterate, this was past the lunch rush and the guy wasn't demonstrably busy. This was typical for the rest of my time there. I asked for a refill of my Coke after finishing half my sandwich and didn't get it until after I was done eating. Gee, thanks. Food was lackluster at best, and overpriced. I won't be going back.

Brian C.

As a first impression, the grilled steak sandwich was horrible. The presentation was only the beginning of my disappointment: The steak was about 4 inches wide and the ciabatta roll it was on was about 1 inch wide. I certainly could have gotten over that if the steak wasn't over cooked and downright rubbery. I suffered through half of it and decided it just wasn't worth finishing. I'm glad I wasn't starving! The only thing that saved this place from getting a 1 star was the wait staff was nice. I'd be hard pressed to eat anything else from that kitchen though.

Donald Byrd O.

The first time I went, it took forever... and I'm pretty patient... to get our food. It wasn't very packed. The meal wasn't all that complicated. My French toast was fine... though one could tell it had been sitting around for a bit (cold-ish), but the eggs were sunny side up. I asked for scrambled. Easy change, right? I told our waitress and she gave me one of those "so you're gonna be THAT guy" looks. She took my plate, ran it behind the partition that separates the kitchen from the rest of the place, then took a fork and mashed it all together... and then she brought it back to me. Funny, right? I said, can you give me new eggs? She said that they were, in fact, new eggs. No, they weren't. I saw them mash them up. The second time we went wasn't quite as dreadful. We were seated quickly, and the wait staff was nic[er]. The food took a really long time, though... and, no, it wasn't that packed. The third time was NOT a charm. I knew going in that ordering the hard dishes promised a very long wait. I just ordered a darn fritatta. We were a party of six. The other five came out right away... while mine brought up the rear a good 7 minutes later and cold. It's probably personal, but I'll pretend that it's not. My wife likes the place (for some ridiculous reason), so I'll have to keep going back every now and then. At least they have a full bar.

Audrey J.

The good: Food was tasty, and I liked that, since it's a ginormous place, we didn't have to wait for a table (unlike other places nearby *coughs"Balthazar"coughs*). The Challah French toast with fresh fruit and an optional side of chicken-apple breakfast sausage was delicious. The average: The service was acceptable, but water glasses remained woefully empty for quite some time after they were drained. The ugly: There was AN ANT TRAPPED INSIDE THE SALT SHAKER. (Self-explanation: We were seated near a potted plant, and it's probable the ant climbed from the plant and into the shaker...through...the...little holes??) Overall: 3.5 stars. The food was tasty, and the wait was nonexistent. The ant, however, was grody. *shudder* EDIT on 01/08/07: Upgrading to a full-fledged 4 stars. Went here again this past weekend, and I had an orgasmically delicious pumpkin ravioli. It was SO. GOOD.

S Y.

3.5 Stars I think that this place is a great vegetarian restaurant and would take my vegetarian friends here; however, I don't think it's 4 star worthy because I wouldn't make the trek with my non-vegetarian friends to eat there. Don't get me wrong, it's a great restaurant with a fabulous wait staff. Bottom line, it is definitely my favorite place in the city to get delicious vegetarian food. But is it excitably delicious? No.

Gabriela N.

Food is great.. We had the seafood risotto and asian salad both were delicious. However service was terrible. We had asked for a caipirinha and were terribly disappointed by the drink, we asked our waiter to exchange for another drink. At the time the bill arrived we were charged for the caipirinha and the other drink. When we asked our waiter he went ballistic by saying that they had made a drink and thats why are being charged, he went on to say that we could not give 20 percent tip he deserves to make up for it and then saying that he can also give us money to make for it! Can u believe this?! We asked to see the manager and he said fine i dont care.. He came back to tell us that he got fired and he had been working late night shifts,etc. and thats why he gave us so much attitude. The manager then came to apologize and took the caipirinhas off the check. Just the caipirinhas! This ruined our meal. For the treatment and harassment that we received it is not WORTH going. We are pretty sure he is not fired bc the manager didnt seem to understand the gravity of the situation. The waiterS name on our bill shows as Phillip, however we r not sure if that is his real name since halfway thru the meal our servers changed shift and the latter one wAs the bad one.

Flora B.

Amazing! One of the best brunches I have had. The portions were amazing! They presented us with an amazing basket of breakfast breads and loafs. The menu has a variety of flavors, their portions are amazingly sized, and the prices are great. The challah french toast was delicious, as well as the Mayan Eggs. I tried each of my friend's dishes and one was better than the next. The space is large, so annoying brunch lines are not the scene. Enjoy...it's a great one!

Hannah L.

I do love the atmosphere, but the food is just ok. Meh. I work between Souen and Spring Street Natural. When given the choice, I will always opt for Souen. They have some of the exact same dishes but they are a little cheaper and way more delicious. Also, I feel like Spring Street gets carried away with the portions...everything is super-sized.

linney k.

i am torn about this place. the atmosphere is nice and chill in an otherwise manic and crowded soho which is a nice escape, BUT the food is quite expensive and pretty lackluster. the service is usually pretty aloof which is cool if you just want to sit down and relax which is really what this place is good for.

Norma B.

Hit or Miss...I had the tofu-vegetable kebabs and they were terrible. The veggies and tofu were charred (I don't know if you've ever tried charred tofu, but it's not at all pleasant), but not cooked at all. The couscous was tasty, but was certainly not a redeeming factor. My husband had the goat cheese ravioli and it was much better; very heavy, very savory dish. No changing tables-not kid friendly.

Fawn V.

G Free Friendly Menu... Colorful salads. Didn't try any main dishes but may be back if i'm in the hood again.

Diane L.

i don't know how this place only has an overall 3.5-star rating...the whole time i was there, i was thrilled with everything and was saying how i'd have to give it five stars on yelp. anyway, i had absolutely no complaints. my friend and i wandered in while it was monsooning outside and were seated within five minutes; we'd been expecting to wait at the bar for longer (as it was freakin' packed in there) and had ordered some blood-orange mimosas (which were quite good). the service was impressively fast. after we decided what to get (which was difficult as everything on the menu looked extremely enticing)--my friend got the omelet and i got the shrimp salad sandwich--the server took our orders pretty much immediately and brought us bread. the bread was delicious, as was our food (like, seriously, so. good.). the food came out in like, 15 minutes, by the way. i kept saying after the meal how mind-boggling it was that there were so many patrons and yet the service was so quick. the music they played was awesome! the people-watching was great, too. oh! and they make a truly remarkable bloody mary; i'm not really a fan of them in general, but the one at spring street natural is spicy and flavorful and refreshing. lastly, the prices are very reasonable. i was amazed that after such a satisfying meal, the check only came out to $30-something. five stars!!!

Scarlett S.

I didn't quite enjoy my meal here, neither did any of my friends. The crab cake with yuca frites were bland. Especially yuca frites which is quite hard to screw up. The platano crusted bass was overcooked, burger was cold in the center and the portobello salad was okay, well I could you mess that up! The envrionment is very laid back and the service was attentive. If I could I would give this place 0 stars for food. Honestly, it was quite ghastly.

Ana J.

Huge place, no charm. Food is good, but nothing to brag about.

Michael K.

Pricey but best vegetarian in the city.

Lindsay M.

Great options for vegetarians! I always get a seat quickly, since the place is large. Great place to people watch.

Aaron K.

Honestly, based on my experiences alone- I'd give it a 4. but when you come with a group of people, and you're the only one with a solid experience, you need to take that into account. I've been here twice, and had decent food both times. They have really good hummus. They cut up fresh vegetables and serve it on a plate with warm pita. A little pricey for what it is, but it's a delicious appetizer. I've also had their chicken stir fry, which was quite good- the chicken tender, the rice pert. I also ordered a sesame crusted tuna, which was very well done. The food could have been warmer, but now on to the reasons for the low review. Someone in our party ordered a dish and it was missing a certain key ingredient. When the person complained, the waitress told us that "the kitchen was out of that tonight," except that someone else at our table was eating the above said key ingredient in their meal. They just forgot in their two dishes. It's okay to be honest, but it was shady, especially when the manager brought out a plate of the ingredient minutes later as an apology. Why lie? Also, the service was mediocre, as only the two end people ever got water refills. Like I said, I feel awful- as I suggested this place to my friends, and in the end, I'm the only one who had a good experience. Perhaps when enjoying seared tuna, i'm far too oblivious to realize that the service is poor and the waitress is snarking at us. I guess it didn't matter as gratuity was going to be included automatically because there were more than 6 of us. que sera sera. good food, just keep your expectations moderated and roll with the flow and you should be okay.

Heather H.

I like to come here after I get a massage next door. The food is tasty and I trust the chef enough that I almost always order from the specials. They've done some amazing things with duck and cranberries.

Aimee A.

A friend and I went this restaurant a few years ago. She had been there before, and I hadn't. We both shared a pot of tea and had two large and delicious salads for dinner. We were very happy with our meal and the atmosphere of this place. It's very laid back, and has delicious food and pletiful servings.

Spratt M.

No place with Natural in the name plates up their eggs florentine with french fries. Except for you, Spring Street Natural. Good place to come for the post-wedding brunch, or with family, or with a well-off friend; all so you can focus on making your menu selection and not on the prices. If you're a lemonade fan (and I think you know what I mean) you would do well to drink the Special Lemonade. Yesterday it was blueberry and surprisingly good, with all the effects of Special Kool-Aid but that tasty lemon flavor you know and love. Don't bother waiting for a server, help yourself to the kukicha (twig tea, aka blow) in the corner.

Ty R.

I've been here for lunch several times and dinner twice. The service during lunch was fine, and once at dinner was horrible. We had ordered food and the waiter (bus boy) brought out the plates. One was wrong, and he brought all of them back??? Our waitress came by once or twice, and no one ever stopped to give us water. We were seated by the window, but that's no excuse to forget and/or not see. Our food finally came out, and my fries were cold. I declined new fries, and I got my meal for free. Aside from that one night of shitty service, the food and staff aren't that bad.

NYC T.

Love this place. Such great healthy dishes. Looks crowded at times but rarely have to wait or if we do it's never as long as quoted. Great vegetarian options, great organic options. This place is such a goodie. Even healthy brunch options!

joel s.

I have been eating here for 30 years. The portions are large and the food is always decent at best. The last few times I sat outside there is a stench of toilet and the smokers eating at the restaurant stink up the air. I don't know how a "natural restaurant" allows people to smoke. Send them to Mc Donalds

Maria M.

Ordered a baby spinach salad with strawberries but the chef tried too hard to be different and added black olives, Parmesan cheese (that reminded me of the stuff from a can) and an overpowering salad dressing. Totally ruined the salad experience I was looking for. Also tried the appetizer Risotto with green peas...had potential but completely bland. With all the options in NYC I would skip this place until they improve their offering.

Kenan F.

I first came here about 10 years ago for a birthday party and the food tasted way too bland. I decided to revisit a week ago for brunch on a friend's recommendation and found it surprisingly tasty. Prices are very reasonable given the neighborhood and space. No wonder why it always looks packed but you can usually get a seat without reservations within 5-10 min. because the place is so large. I had the vegetarian plate with brown rice, beans, hijiki seaweed and my friend had the french toast. Both were tasty.

Nancy H.

i ate here my very first time to NY a long long time ago. i remember it had a really nice atmosphere for dinner :) i did wait a little bit too long but when the food came it had a taste that was well worth it. i had a pasta and chicken dish and the chicken was so tasty and tender it just made my mouth water. the best thing about this place is that everything tastes fresh and healthy!

r b.

Good healthy food. They never make you feel rushed, and the service is always friendly and down-to-earth. Good for takeout, relaxing for a few moments on your own, or having a long catch-up with a friend. Spacious enough so you don't feel on top of your neighbors.

Erica B.

MMMM mmmm good and cheap and healthy and fresh and please eat here. Had a killer egg white omelette, even the bread is to die for. Great potato skin french fries, yummy peach iced tea, cool atmosphere, not long wait times because who knew, they actually have a ton of space, and prompt servers. Went with a group of 6, and everyone left happy. Something for everyone too, even us relative vegetarians.

Kimberlein V.

In the last 5 years, I have been to this place about half a dozen times. I can safely say that last night will be the final time. I have always loved the physical space, lighting and atmosphere there, but more than once, the food has been boring and bland, the wine average. I guess every time I go back, it's because I have forgotten how dissatisfied I was the time prior. No more. Last night in addidtion to crummy food, my friend and I had even worse service, so I am officially done. We went in around 8 pm and my friend pointed to the tables by the bar and asked the 2 women at the front (host and server) "Can we sit in the bar area?". "That's not the bar area," she scolded., " ...well you can sit at the bar, but that section is closed...it's closing..." She said something about asking her manager if we could but we just said, nevermind, it didn't matter. So after a table was bussed, we got one by the window - not bad, actually. We got 2 glasses of water right away, but no drink order. After a little too long of a wait, we flagged our server down. She took our drink and food orders at the same time and then my friend asked for bread. Again a snooty attitude, saying something about a "system" and that they bring bread when the menus were taken away. Whatever. The rest of the experience was just not great. The server just went through the motions of her job, though to her credit, she did check back to see if we we're ok. My friend loved her food (Farfalle with salmon) and said so. I had just started eating mine and had yet to discover how terrible it was. After I did, I really didn't feel like complaining/sending it back because I couldn't bear more snootiness. My beer (stayed clear of wine) was helping to dull the pain, anyway. I had ordered a daily special of Corn-crusted-tofu (flavorless) skimpily covered in a mushroom sauce (that had already skimped on mushrooms). It was edible, but disappointing. The sauteed spinach tasted like it had been soaked in liquid smoke or some other very unnatural chemical. Inedible. The tomato cousous tasted like plastic. On the border of edible/inedible. My friend even tried my food and agreed. Ugh. I have to say, they did bring us more bread and that was yummy. We paid, left the standard 15% tip (I never tip that low) and left. As we were exiting the restaurant, we noticed that 2 people had been seated in the bar area that was supposedly closed. Ugh again.

Michael C.

eh,, i been her afew times with someone i use to know that loved that it was "natural" i guess if ur in the mood for a light salad or some "free range" chicken... its ok, but if you want a hearty meal i'd go somewhere else

Li M.

I'm trying to eat healthier these days due to years of EXCESSIVE junk food. And Spring Natural really helps. They serve fresh, organic food that tastes great. I go here about once a month- eating healthy is hard and...frightening for me...so I'm taking it slow.

Rilly E.

I really wanted to like this place more than I do. Came here for Sunday brunch with a few friends. The place is pretty big so even though it was busy the wait wasn't too long - maybe 5 mins. Decor is fine, as is service. Booths and wooden tables, dinerish. College age servers running around, handing out silverware they forgot to provide. Let's get to the food. They start you off with bread for the table. Memorable in the basket was a spicy/sweet pumpkin bread. A tad overspiced. Could have tempered the spice with with good sweet butter - but it (the butter) was cryogenically frozen. We ordered a mix of eggs, omelettes, and granola. No complaints on the taste of the food, but no raves either. I felt like I was in any old diner. OK, maybe a little less greasy than a diner, but really, I was expecting a little more from a place that touts its use of organic and less processed ingredients. Also, french fries were WAY oversalted. I'm willing to give the place a second try, but right now it's Letdown City for me.

Kathleen Y.

I went here for lunch today with my mom and it was okay. I had ginger beer and the corn-crusted tofu with miso-jalapeno sauce, mango-jicama salad, and a side of steamed greens. The ginger beer was great (if you love ginger), but the food itself was just kind of bland except for the mango-jicama salad which I really liked. The corn-crusted tofu had a good texture, but no flavor. I still think I would go back again.

Marilyn M.

Always good. Taco Salad very yummy, especially with shrimp. Replace rice with greens and you have a virtuous meal. Good food, wonderful chef who doesn't mind substitutions. Always healthy and clean.

Kathy P.

Mostly love this place .

Tina S.

This place has it all--ambiance, delicious selections, great service, and it's healthy! The wooden detailing and indoor plants make it a cozy atmosphere, plus there's a large beautiful bar. I highly recommend the mussels and the stir-fried veggies with brown rice. It's refreshing to find a hip place dedicated to healthy living like this.

Ryan R.

Usually, the food is pretty decent. But I just had lunch there with a few friends, and we all asked for avocado on our BLT sandwiches. Sandwiches came with like 2 slices of avocado on them, and then to add insult to injury, when the bill finally came, the restaurant fleeced us $3 a piece for those skimpy slices. Suffice to say, we won't be going back....

Pomaska H.

I hate to write this but....dirty. You don't want to know what I found TWICE in this place. Also, terrible service...I hate to give this place a bad review because I have eaten here and from here many times and actually like the food alot....but not after what I saw.

Monica H.

REVISED REVIEW... Well....I made it back to this restaurant and I gotta say...I was disappointed...it was delicious back when I ate fish and dairy, now as a vegan, the available dishes are bland and boring. I'm sure the warm goat cheese salad must still be good and the meat (they serve chicken and fish) is probably tasty as it's free-range or organic (I'm not 100% sure about the organicness of the meat though, so ask if you care)...SSN still holds a special place in my memories and thus I probably will come back again but it definitely is not what it once was. "Haven't been there in a while, but I've been going to this restaurant since 1988 and I have never been disappointed. Delicious, clean food. Good atmosphere. The warm spinach salad is always a favorite."

Karen F.

I went for a late lunch with a friend. We both loved the place. Great service, great atmosphere, fresh, natural ingredients. So far this is one of my favorite restaurants I've visited in NYC.

vince g.

I used to eat here regularly but lately it's kind of been on the lame side. Stay as far away as possible on the weekends when it's obnoxiously packed. Tuna steak is usually a good choice.

Lindsay W.

Went in the end of April and they were still serving the winter menu which I thought was a bit odd. I had a stir fry with seafood, which I enjoyed, but thought was a bit pricey. A side of overcooked kale for $7???? I think that's a bit outrageous. Their house made veggie burger was disappointing. The seitan summer rolls were surprisingly good. Service could definitely improve. My beer sat empty for quite some time. But, they have Blue Point on tap!

dana c.

The restaurant dining room is spacious and comfortable but the food is seriously disappointing. The stuffed lemon sole was one of the worst restaurant meals I have ever had. The fish came piled in an unappetizing heap, surrounded by mounds of 'scallion mashed potatoes' that sounded intriguing on the menu, but were an unappealing shade of green, with a dry texture. The whole thing was smothered in a tomato sauce that tasted like it had come straight from a Ragu jar. This is a regular menu item, not a one-night special, so what is the excuse for turning out such a mess? This place favors large portions, served without much presentation. All around us, diners poked at large plates and bowls, filled with heaps of food. If you like quantity, this is your place. My dining companion fared a little better with his entree (steamed mussels) but the dish was bland and forgettable. The bathrooms were also a very unpleasant experience. Tiny, grimy and hot, with a sign that said renovation was in progress. I think that sign has probably been there for years, and no signs of any renovation were evident. On a positive note, the service was fast and friendly, and the restaurant is right next to the #6 subway stop, if you want a quick getaway. But why waste your money when there are so many better choices?

Erin P.

I've eaten lunch here 4 or 5 times and have never really enjoyed it. I usually cringe when someone suggests it. Why is it so "eh" in my experience? Probably because the service is never on time (so what if it's peak lunch hour? it should still only take an hour!) and the food is unmemorable (I can't remember anything I've ever ordered save a vague recollection of salad greens). Location is great, though, I'll give it that! Right around the corner from the rush of Broadway and tons of window tables as it's on the corner. I'm hoping to have a better experience here someday and figure out why everyone seems to like it so much, but until then I'll take my lunch elsewhere.