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05/29/2026
Our Mexico Dinner Series returns on June 16! đ˛đ˝
Led by Chef Juan Pajarito, who grew up in Puebla, this ongoing series explores regional Mexican cooking through personal memory, tradition, and seasonal inspiration.
At our first dinner, guests enjoyed dishes like mushroom al pastor tacos, green pipiĂĄn with huitlacoche tamales, molotes, chile relleno, and chocolate tres leches. This next chapter will feature an entirely new menu, along with a curated selection of tequila and mezcal cocktails designed for the evening.
Whether you joined us for the first dinner or are discovering the series for the first time, weâd love to welcome you to the table.
Reservations available now via the link in bio.
05/22/2026
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Morel & Ramp dinner! It was another beautiful chapter of Understory, our culinary residency exploring forest-driven cooking through wild ingredients, seasonality, and the landscapes around us.
Born from the spirit of and continuing to evolve at Avant Garden, these dinners are becoming some of our favorite nights to host.
Weâll announce the next one soon! đđ
05/12/2026
The first events of May have already been so special, from Cinco de Mayo with Chef Juan to last nightâs Cadence pop-up with Chef Haley. Weâve been loving these nights at Avant Garden and the rooms they continue to bring together. Next up:
May 18: Our next Understory dinner, a five-course ramp and morel mushroom menu from Chef Juan Pajarito, inspired by the forest floor, seasonal foraging, and the spirit of .
Then on May 25 (Memorial Day), the next chapter in our Jain dinner series: a spring-inspired family-style menu exploring seasonal ingredients, fresh ideas, and thoughtful non-alcoholic pairings. Weâll also be opening early at 2 PM for this one.
Reservations for both are open at the links in our bio.
05/06/2026
Thank you to all who joined us to celebrate Cinco de Mayo!
05/04/2026
Last call for our Cinco de Mayo dinner! Tomorrow, Chef Juan Pajarito invites you to Avant Garden for a special dinner inspired by Puebla, his hometown and one of Mexicoâs most dynamic culinary regions.
Built from personal and family recipes, this one-night-only menu explores the bold, layered flavors of Puebla through multiple courses, including Tacos al Pastor, Green PipiĂĄn, Molote, Chile Relleno, and Chocolate Tres Leches for dessertâfull menu and allergen info available on our website.
A curated tequila and mezcal cocktail menu will also be available for the evening, thoughtfully designed to complement each course.
Limited seats left! Book your table at the link in our bio.
04/28/2026
Cinco de Mayo, the Avant Garden way.
Next week, Chef Juan Pajarito presents a special Puebla-inspired dinner built from personal and family recipes, celebrating the bold flavors of his hometown.
Expect dishes like Taco al Pastor, Green PipiĂĄn, Molote, and more, plus a curated tequila and mezcal cocktail menu designed for the evening.
Limited seats left. Reservations at the link in bio.
04/24/2026
Chef Juan Pajaritoâs mushroom-focused dishes are now part of the menu at Avant Garden, bringing that same depth, technique, and range of flavors into a new setting.
Beech, rich and comforting with cauliflower cream, nori butter, and breadcrumbs.
Maitake Mille-Feuille, layered with potato and black truffle. King Royal Trumpet Raviolo, with ricotta, herbs, and a green sauce that leans into the forest.
Black Pearl Oyster Enmolada, deep with mole. Blue Oyster, savory and structured with celery root, fennel, and peppercorn.
Now on the menu at Avant Garden. đ
04/22/2026
Coming up in May: two special nights at Avant Garden!
First, Cinco de Mayo: a Puebla-inspired dinner from Chef Juan Pajarito, built from personal and family recipes. Expect bold, layered flavors served family-style, with a curated tequila and mezcal cocktail menu for the evening.
Then, for one night only, .newyork returns. Chef Haley Duren is back in the kitchen with a multi-course tasting menu that channels the bold, deeply rooted Southern flavors that made Cadence one of NYCâs most talked-about restaurants.
Two very different dinners. Both one night only.
Reserve your table at the link in bio.
04/03/2026
Our Jain dinner series continues at Avant Garden!
This next chapter is inspired by the flavors of Southeast Asia. Chef Juan and the team are working on an all-new menu that builds on the foundation of the series while pushing it forward with fresh ideas and seasonal ingredients.
For this dinner, expect a multi-course, family-style experience, with dishes served to be shared at the table. Our world-class bar team has also created a compelling non-alcoholic cocktail menu exploring spring, available as an optional add-on. These are not just mocktails - they are culinary beverages designed with the same level of thought and precision as the food.
If youâve joined us before, this is something entirely new. If you havenât, this is the perfect place to start.
Reserve your table on .
03/13/2026
Flatbread, the Avant Garden way.
Cremini - cremini mushrooms, Calabrian chili, miso-walnut purĂŠe, red grapes
Carbonara - apples, smoked mushrooms, fried artichokes, arugula
Calabrian - figs, red watercress, onion jam, nduja, pistachios, green olives
Better yet, order all three. đ
03/04/2026
Have you tried our fig toast? Gluten-free bread topped with a citrus ricotta, balsamic pearls, and red watercress. Avant Garden is open everyday from 5pm to 11pm in the heart of the East Village.
02/26/2026
Our Jain series continues at Avant Garden this March!
After a winter storm reschedule, weâll gather again on March 2 for dinner, and on March 22, when weâll offer both brunch and dinner services. After many of you asked about an earlier seating, we listened. On March 22, weâll introduce a brunch service for guests who prefer to dine before sunset, in keeping with traditional Jain practices.
Each tasting is multi-course, served family-style, and guided by seasonality and Jain culinary principles. Limited seating available. Book your table on .
01/30/2026
We have a few special evenings coming up at Avant Garden, and weâd love to welcome you!
Following the overwhelming response to our first Jain Dinner, weâve added two more dates: Monday, February 2nd, and Monday, February 23rd.
We also have very limited seats remaining for our Valentineâs Day Dinner, a special six-course menu by Chef Juan & Chef Pedro.
Book your tables at the links in our bio.
01/21/2026
Our first Jain Dinner at Avant Garden sold out quickly, and weâre incredibly grateful for the enthusiasm around this new series. Due to the overwhelming response, weâre excited to announce a second Jain Dinner, taking place on February 23rd!
This ongoing series explores Jain cooking and cuisine, rooted in mindfulness, restraint, and deep respect for the natural world. Guided by these principles, Chef Juan and our culinary team are currently developing the menu for this second evening, allowing it to evolve with seasonality and intention.
While the menu for February 23rd is still in progress, the inaugural dinner will feature dishes such as red watercress salad with mandarin and orange dressing, avocado toast with romesco, scorched cauliflower, gigli pasta with creamy pea sauce and almond ricotta, black rice paella, and blueberry sponge cake with tofu mascarpone and miso caramel.
The February 23rd dinner will again include five courses plus dessert, designed to be shared and experienced communally. Book your table at the link in our bio.
01/12/2026
Weâre honored to host the first dinner in a new ongoing series at Avant Garden - an exploration of the depth, philosophy, and beauty of Jain cooking and cuisine.
Many of you have asked for this, and weâve been listening. Our culinary team, led by Chef Juan, is currently working with great care on a menu that thoughtfully engages with the principles of Jain cuisine.
Jain cooking is rooted in mindfulness, nonviolence, and deep respect for the natural world. Traditionally, it avoids root vegetables and ingredients that disturb the soil, prioritizing what grows above ground, seasonal produce, restraint, and balance. The result is a cuisine that is both highly intentional and quietly complex - one that challenges chefs to create depth and elegance through technique rather than excess.
For this inaugural dinner, guests will enjoy a five-course menu plus dessert, served family-style, designed to be shared and experienced communally. Each course will reflect an ongoing exploration of Jain cuisine as interpreted through the Avant Garden lens.
Book your table at the link in our bio. đ
12/29/2025
Close out the year with a dinner designed to be remembered! This New Yearâs Eve, Chef Juan Pajarito and Chef Pedro Allende present a multi-course menu built around seasonal vegetables, handmade pasta, and comforting winter flavors â from spinach bisque and roasted carrots to gigli, bucatini, and matcha tiramisu.
Gather your people and join us at the table. Make your reservation at the link in our bio.
12/22/2025
Christmas Eve at Avant Garden comes with a little extra cheer!đ¸ Weâll be serving two special holiday cocktails alongside our Christmas Eve dinner: Nice List, a fresh and gently sweet vodka cocktail with peppermint and alpine herbal notes, and Stocking Chocolate, a rich, spirit-forward blend inspired by chocolate orange, vanilla, and bitter coffee.
Theyâre meant to be sipped slowly, in good company, around a beautifully set table. Join us on Wednesday! Limited tables left.
12/15/2025
Christmas is almost here, and weâd love to host you at Avant Garden. đ Our holiday dinner menu is live, featuring a festive lineup of comforting dishes designed to be shared and enjoyed together.
Reserve your table while you can. Link in bio.
12/04/2025
Celebrate the holidays with us at Avant Garden! Weâll be open for both Christmas Eve and New Yearâs Eve, hosting two beautiful, one-night-only dinners crafted by Chefs Juan Pajarito and Pedro Allende.
Our holiday menus are coming soon, but expect thoughtful, seasonal dishes, warm hospitality, and the kind of night that feels special from the moment you sit down.
Reservations are now live for both evenings. Links in bio.
We look forward to celebrating the season with you!
11/20/2025
Thanksgiving is almost here, and seats are filling quickly for our special dinner. Weâre hosting a family-style holiday meal featuring dishes like smoked pumpkin soup, crispy brussels sprouts, gigli with truffle cream, and more.
Created by Chefs Juan Pajarito and Pedro Allende, this holiday meal is meant to be shared around the table with the people who matter most. Donât miss out! Book your table at the link in our bio.
We look forward to celebrating with you! đ
11/11/2025
Thanksgiving is best spent around a shared table.
Join us at Avant Garden for a family-style holiday dinner by Chefs Juan Pajarito and Pedro Allende.
Seats are filling up fast, and space is limited to keep the evening intimate. Reserve your table at the link in our bio.
We look forward to celebrating with you! đ
Address
95 Avenue A
New York, NY
10009
To get to East 7th Street in New York, you can take the subway and get off at the 2nd Avenue station. From there, walk east on East 7th Street until you reach your destination.
If you prefer to drive, be aware that parking in this area can be difficult. You may need to search for a metered spot or use a nearby parking garage. Alternatively, you could consider using a ride-sharing service or taxi to get there.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
5pm - 11pm |
| Tuesday |
5pm - 11pm |
| Wednesday |
5pm - 11pm |
| Thursday |
5pm - 11pm |
| Friday |
5pm - 11pm |
| Saturday |
5pm - 11pm |
| Sunday |
5pm - 11pm |
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What people say
Vegetarian and vegan restaurants have been gaining popularity in recent years, and for good reason. These establishments offer a wide variety of delicious and healthy plant-based dishes that cater to all tastes and dietary needs. Avant Garden, located on East 7th Street in New York, is one such restaurant that has been making waves in the vegan dining scene.
What sets Avant Garden apart from other vegetarian/vegan restaurants is its focus on contemporary, veggie-centric cuisine. The restaurant's CEO & Founder Ravi DeRossi, who previously ran top cocktail bars, brings his expertise in creating unique flavor combinations to the world of vegan cuisine. The result is a menu that features some of New York's most beloved vegan dishes.
One standout feature of Avant Garden is its tapas bar & restaurant concept. This allows diners to sample a variety of small plates and shareable dishes, perfect for groups or those who want to try multiple items on the menu. And with curated global natural wines available to pair with each dish, the dining experience at Avant Garden is truly elevated.
The Michelin Guide sums it up perfectly: "This is excellent food that just happens to be vegan." Whether you're a committed vegan or simply looking to try something new, Avant Garden offers an unforgettable dining experience that will leave you feeling satisfied and inspired.
