Franchia Vegan Cafe Menu (Update 2025)

Franchia Vegan Cafe, located in New York, offers a delectable fusion of vegan Asian and Korean cuisine. With a diverse menu catering to vegans, vegetarians, and pescatarians, this restaurant provides a unique dining experience. Customers rave about the flavorful dishes such as spicy wings, kimchi dumplings, buffalo wings, and peking duck baos. The ambiance is intimate and trendy, with a minimalist theme spread across three floors. While some reviewers found the portions to be small, the fast and friendly service makes up for it. The prices are reasonable for midtown standards, but the quality of the food is outstanding. Whether you're a vegan enthusiast or simply looking to explore plant-based options, Franchia Vegan Cafe is a must-visit spot that promises a memorable culinary journey.

Hot Tea

Chamomile Tea

$6.00

Citron Paste Tea

Made from Korean kumquats. Boosts younger looking skin. Also good for the cold.

$6.00

Darjeeling Chai Latte

$7.00

Darjeeling Tea

$5.00

Date Paste Tea

A popular tea beverage in Korea consumed to calm the mind. A good sleeping aid.

$6.00

Ginger Tea

Perfect cup of tea for the flu. Also prevents spreading of infections in the digestive system.

$6.00

Jasmine Green Tea

Crafted from spring-picked, southern Chinese green tea and fresh jasmine blossoms, each individual pearl is a set tender, silvery leaf buds, carefully rolled and then dried amid fresh jasmine blossoms.

$6.00

Korean Plum Tea

Full of vitamin C. Citric acids in this tea also relieve food poisoning and digestive problems.

$6.00

Korean Wild Green Tea st Picked

Picked before the first rainfall in spring, this wild green tea may be the smallest in size (baby leaf), but it is the smoothest in taste.It s the best of the wild green teas and highest levels of minerals and polyphenols (effective antioxidants) ensure you receive the most energy and nutrients.Brewed at a low temperature of F to F.

$13.00

Korean Wild Green Tea nd Picked

Picked days after the first picking, this wild green tea contains a variety of nutrients and minerals to still bring you health benefits you seek from green tea. Aptly named the swallow s tongue due to the size and resemblance, the taste is subtle and mild. Brewed at a temperature of F to F.

$10.00

Korean Wild Green Tea rd Picked

Picked days after the second picking from the same rocky slopes of Mount Jilee, this wild green tea s taste is slightly stronger.Brewed at a higher temperature of F to F.

$6.00

Misugaru Latte

Traditional Korean drink made from a blend of roasted grains. Nuttyand slightly sweet.

$6.00

Nantou Oolong

A light and fragrant oolong tea from Taiwan s famous tea growing region, Nantou. This tea accompanies light food and desserts extremely well.

$6.00

Omija Tea

A popular Korean herbal fruit tea that refreshes and revitalizes the body from fatigue. (Contains almonds)

$6.00

Rose Green Tea

$6.00

Soba Tea

Made with roasted buckwheat. Rich in antioxidants.

$6.00

White Peony

$6.00

Ice Citron Tea

$5.00

Ice Darjeeling Chai Latte

with oat milk

$6.00

Ice Darjeeling Tea

$5.00

Ice Date Paste Tea

$6.00

Ice Ginger Tea

$6.00

Ice Green Tea

Green tea, offered sweetened, unsweetened, or with sugar on the side.

$5.00

Ice Mango Tea

Chilled mango tea with options of green or black tea base.

$6.00

Ice Misugaru Latte

Traditional Korean drink made from a blend of roasted grains. Nuttyand slightly sweet.

$6.00

Ice Omija Tea

a popular Korean herbal fruit tea that refreshes and revitalizes the body from fatigue. contains almonds

$6.00

Ice Plum Tea

$6.00

Iced Matcha Latte

with oat milk

$6.00

Thai Iced Tea

A refreshing blend of black tea, spices, and sweetened condensed milk over ice.

$6.00

Ice Tea

Water And Soda

Korean Plum Sparking Soda

$7.00

Soda

Assorted selection of sodas: Regular Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Ginger Ale.

$3.00

Voss Water

Voss water in small or large. Choice of still or sparkling.

$0.00

'Chicken Satay' Sticks With Barbeque Sauce

Tender chicken skewers marinated and grilled, served with a rich barbeque sauce.

$15.00

Combination Pancakes

Sweet corn cilantro, scallion & spicy kimchi pancakes

$18.00

Crispy Scallion Pancakes

Pan-fried scallion pancakes with a crispy exterior, featuring layers of dough and fresh scallions.

$14.00

Dim Sum Buns

Vegan buns stuffed with vegetables and mushrooms

$14.00

Franchia's Vegan Shish Kebab

Barbequed soy meat, peppers and onions on sticks with teriyaki sauce

$14.00

Fried Calamari

with wasabi mayo

$15.00

Fried Manchurian Cauliflower

Crispy cauliflower in spicy sesame sauce

$13.00

Lion's Mane Bites

Crispy lions mane mushroom, with long beans and red peppers. Served with yuzu sauce.

$15.00

Peking Duck Baos

Steamed buns stuffed with crispy vegetarian 'duck' and scallions

$13.00

Porridge Of The Day

Smooth, creamy porridge with a rich, golden hue, offering a comforting and hearty small plate option.

$5.00

Soup Of The Day

Chef's choice soup, made fresh daily with the finest ingredients.

$5.00

Spicy Buffalo Wings

Juicy chicken wings coated in a spicy buffalo sauce, served with crisp celery and carrot sticks, accompanied by a creamy dipping sauce.

$14.00

Spicy Kimchi Pancakes

Savory kimchi pancakes with spicy fermented cabbage, served with a tangy dipping sauce.

$14.00

Spring Rolls

House made spring rolls with vermicelli, vegetables, and mushrooms with mango citron sauce

$13.00

Stuffed Mushrooms

Shiitake and button mushrooms stuffed with tofu and vegetables in pineapple sauce

$14.00

Summer Rolls

'Shrimp, mixed vegetables, and cilantro wrapped in rice paper, withpeanut sauce.

$15.00

Sweet BBQ 'Pork' Bun

Combination of vegan scallop, vegan barbequed meat, vegan fish balls, and asparagus in skewers

$15.00

Sweet Corn Cilantro Pancakes

Savory corn pancakes infused with fresh cilantro, served with a citrus garnish.

$14.00

Small Plates

Dumplings

Baby Dumplings In Spicy Sauce

Tender dumplings filled with minced meat, drizzled with a spicy sauce, and garnished with chopped chives and red pepper flakes.

$11.00

Combo Dumplings

Combination of mixed vegetable dumplings, japchae dumplings, and spicy kimchi dumplings.

$18.00

Japchae Dumpling

Korean sweet potato glass noodle, assorted vegetable, tofu

$11.00

Mixed Vegetable Dumplings

Mixed vegetable dumplings, choice of steamed or fried.

$11.00

Spicy Kimchi Dumplings

Dumplings stuffed with spicy preserved Korean pickles

$11.00

'Chicken' Salad

With vegan ranch dressing

$15.00

Avocado Asparagus Salad

Avocado & asparagus with carrot ginger dressing

$15.00

Fig And Pecan Salad

Noodles made with pumpkin and wheat with peppers, carrot, mix greensand beet in lemon sesame soy sauce dressing

$15.00

Franchia's Mango Salad

Mixed greens with fresh mango slices in mango lemon dressing

$15.00

Spicy Duck Salad

Crispy vegetarian duck with variety of vegetables in spicy dressing

$15.00

Salads

Vegan Sushi

'Bulgogi' Kimbap

Korean seaweed rice roll with spinach, carrots, yellow radish, gosari (Korean vegetable), and 'bulgogi'

$12.00

'Chicken' Teriyaki Roll

'Chicken' teriyaki maki roll with vegan 'chicken,' teriyaki sauce. Choice of white or brown sushi rice.

$9.00

'Eel Avocado Roll

'Eel, avocado and cucumber. Contains peanuts.

$9.00

'Salmon' Avocado Roll

Plant-based 'salmon', creamy avocado wrapped in seaweed. Choice of white or brown sushi rice.

$9.00

Avocado Asparagus Roll

Avocado and asparagus wrapped in seaweed, choice of white or brown sushi rice.

$9.00

California Roll

avocado, cucumber & vegan crab meat

$9.00

Crispy 'Crab' Roll

Crispy 'crab' vegan sushi roll with your choice of white or brown sushi rice.

$9.00

Crispy Tofu Skin Roll

Crispy tofu skin maki with choice of white or brown sushi rice.

$9.00

Dragon Roll

vegan fish fillet, avocado, cucumber, and crispy tempura batter

$11.00

Franchia Kimbap

cucumber, avocado, carrot, squash, mountain greens & vegan crab meat

$19.00

Philadelphia Roll

soy chicken, avocado, cucumber and vegan soy cheese

$9.00

Rainbow Roll

combination of avocado, barbeque soy meat and crispy shrimp with spicy tuna

$12.00

Roll Combination

California roll, crispy tofu skin roll & spicy chicken roll

$21.00

Spicy 'Tuna' Roll

Spicy 'tuna' made from plant-based ingredients, wrapped in maki with options of white or brown sushi rice.

$9.00

Tropical Mango & Avocado Roll

avocado, mango, vegan crab meat & sesame leave

$9.00

Volcano Roll

spicy tuna and avocado topped with spicy vegan mayonnaise

$11.00

Franchia Ramen

Ramen with mountain vegetables in clear vegetarian broth

$17.00

Kimchi Ramen

Ramen in kimchi stew broth

$17.00

Spicy Miso Ramen

Ramen in spicy miso broth served with soy beef

$17.00

Tonkatsu Ramen

Ramen topped with soy meat cutlet

$17.00

Vegan Ramen Lunch Set

Vegan Lunch Box

LBox- Beef And Broccoli

The lunch box comes with a small salad, the chef's choice of two appetizers, and ginger fried rice with the entree.

$21.00

LBox-Buddha's Delight

The lunch box comes with a small salad, the chef's choice of two appetizers, and ginger fried rice with the entree.

$21.00

LBox-Chili Tofu

The lunch box comes with a small salad, the chef's choice of two appetizers, and ginger fried rice with the entree.

$21.00

LBox-Crispy Eggplant

The lunch box comes with a small salad, the chef's choice of two appetizers, and ginger fried rice with the entree.

$21.00

'Beef' And Broccoli

With savory sweet sauce

$19.00

Braised Tofu With Kabocha Pumpkin And Eggplant

Tofu with kabocha pumpkin and eggplant in Korean citron and miso sauce

$17.00

Buddha's Delight

Stir-fried veggies and tofu in savory ginger sauce

$17.00

Crab Fried Rice

Fried rice with crab and vegetables

$19.00

Crispy Eggplant

Eggplant with water chestnut, veggies, soy shrimp & chicken in spicy sauce

$19.00

Crispy Korean Chili Tofu

Crispy tofu pan fried with garlic and Korean chili sauce served with cucumber and tomato

$17.00

Drunken Basil Noodles

Stir fried rice noodles with basil, broccoli, eggplant, tofu, and soy chicken in dark sweet soy sauce

$19.00

Jjajangmyeon

Noodles in black bean sauce with onion, zucchini, 'chicken', and carrots. Garnished with cucumber.

$19.00

Kimchi Jjigae

Korean stew with house-made vegan kimchi, mushrooms and tofu

$19.00

Malaysian 'Chicken' Curry

Curry hot pot with vegetables and soy chicken

$19.00

Malaysian Ginger Fried Rice

Fried rice with soy chicken, ginger, tomato & vegetables in spicy sauce

$19.00

Pad Thai Noodles

Rice noodles with vegetables & tofu in tangy assam sauce

$17.00

Penang Noodles In Spicy Curry & Coconut Broth

Noodles in spicy curry soup with soy chicken, stuffed tofu, tofu skin, and veggies

$19.00

Sizzling Bulgogi Plate

Marinated shiitake mushroom, asparagus, broccoli, and onions served in sizzling plate

$19.00

Spicy Franchia Noodles

Stir fried noodles with peanuts, dried chili, vegetables & mushrooms

$17.00

Tempura Udon

Barbequed 'pork' and wontons with bok choy in vegetable broth

$17.00

Tom Yum Noodles

Noodles in coconut based tom yum soup with tofu, tomato, carrot, and mushrooms

$17.00

Tteokbokki

Rice cakes and vegetables stir-fried in spicy gochujang sauce

$19.00

Yaki Udon

Stir-fried udon noodles with sweet soy sauce

$17.00

Lunch Special

Lunch Bibimbap & Stone Bowl Rice

Avocado Bibimbap Or Stone Bowl

Avocado with a variety of vegetables & tofu over rice

$18.00

Classic Bibimbap Or Stone Bowl

Assortment of vegetables, mountain roots & greens over rice

$18.00

Crunchy Tempeh Bibimbap Or Stone Bowl

Crunchy organic tempeh, vegetables, and mushroom over rice

$18.00

Curry Chicken Bibimbap Or Stone Bowl

Soy chicken with curry sauce over rice

$18.00

Spicy Kimchi Bibimbap Or Stone Bowl

Sauteed kimchi with a variety of vegetables and mushrooms over rice with crispy seaweed

$18.00

Tofu Crumble Bibimbap Or Stone Bowl

Tofu crumble, mushrooms, and vegetables

$19.00

Unagi Bibimbap Or Stone Bowl

Marinated eel with vegetables. Contains peanuts.

$20.00

Vegetarian 'Duck' Bibimbap Or Stone Bowl

Vegetarian duck with ginger and vegetables over rice

$18.00

Drunken Basil Noodles

Stir fried rice noodles with basil, broccoli, eggplant, tofu, and soy chicken in dark sweet soy sauce

$23.00

Jjajangmyeon

Noodles in black bean sauce with onion, zucchini, 'chicken', and carrots. Garnished with cucumber.

$23.00

Pad Thai Noodles

Rice noodles with vegetables & tofu in tangy assam sauce

$20.00

Penang Noodles In Spicy Curry & Coconut Broth

Noodles in spicy curry soup with soy chicken, stuffed tofu, tofu skin, and veggies

$23.00

Pho Noodles Soup

Vietnamese rice noodles with soy beef , basil & bean sprout in veggie broth

$22.00

Singapore Curry Angel Hair

Thin rice noodles with vegetables & lobster balls stir fried in curry sauce

$20.00

Spicy Franchia Noodles

Stir fried noodles with peanuts, dried chili, vegetables & mushrooms

$20.00

Tempura Udon

Thick and chewy noodles in vegetable broth, with fried shrimp andvegetables.

$23.00

Tom Yum Noodles

Noodles in coconut based tom yum soup with tofu, tomato, carrot, and mushrooms

$20.00

Yaki Udon

Stir-fried udon noodles with sweet soy sauce

$20.00

Noodles

Main Dishes

'Beef' And Broccoli

with savory sweet sauce

$24.00

Braised Tofu With Kabocha Pumpkin And Eggplant

Tofu with kabocha pumpkin and eggplant in Korean citron and miso sauce

$22.00

Buddha's Delight

Stir-fried veggies and tofu in savory ginger sauce

$23.00

Crab Fried Rice

Fried rice with crab and vegetables.

$24.00

Crispy Eggplant

Eggplant with water chestnut, veggies, soy shrimp & chicken in spicy sauce

$24.00

Crispy Korean Chili Tofu

Crispy tofu pan fried with garlic and Korean chili sauce served with cucumber and tomato

$22.00

Kimchi Jjigae

Hearty Korean Stew with house-made vegan kimchi, mushrooms, and tofu

$24.00

Malaysian 'Chicken' Curry

Curry hot pot with vegetables and soy chicken

$24.00

Malaysian Ginger Fried Rice

Fried rice with soy chicken, ginger, tomato and vegetables

$24.00

Mapo Tofu

Braised soy fish fillet stew in spicy chili and garlic sauce

$22.00

Sizzling 'Bulgogi' Plate

Marinated shiitake mushrooms, asparagus, broccoli, and onions served in sizzling plate

$24.00

Szechuan Shrimp

Stir-fried veggies, shrimp, and peanuts in spicy szechuan sauce

$24.00

Thai Basil 'Chicken'

Soy chicken with basil and long beans in garlic sauce served in a sizzling plate

$24.00

Tteokbokki

Korean style kimchi Sauteed with mushroom, vegetables and thick pieces of soy meat

$24.00

Avocado Bibimbap Or Stone Bowl

Avocado with a variety of vegetables & tofu over rice

$22.00

Classic Bibimbap Or Stone Bowl

Assortment of vegetables, mountain roots & greens over rice

$22.00

Crunchy Tempeh Bibimbap Or Stone Bowl

Crunchy organic tempeh, vegetables, and mushroom over rice

$22.00

Curry 'Chicken' Bibimbap Or Stone Bowl

Soy chicken with curry sauce over rice

$22.00

Spicy Kimchi Bibimbap Or Stone Bowl

Sauteed kimchi with a variety of vegetables and mushrooms over rice with crispy seaweed

$22.00

Tofu Crumble Bibimbap Or Stone Bowl

Tofu crumble, mushrooms, and vegetables

$24.00

Unagi Bibimbap Or Stone Bowl

Crispy soy beef cutlet and vegetables over rice

$22.00

Vegetarian 'Duck' Bibimbap Or Stone Bowl

Vegetarian duck with ginger and vegetables over rice

$22.00

Bibimbap & Stone Bowl Rice

Gluten Free Appetizers

GF Summer Rolls

Vegetables and cilantro wrapped in rice paper, with gluten-freepeanut sauce.

$15.00

Porridge Of The Week

$5.00

Wheat Free Leek Pancakes

made with sweet rice flour

$14.00

GF Fig And Pecan Salad

Mixed greens with sun-dried figs and pecans, with balsamic dressing

$16.00

GF Mixed Greens With Avocado

with gluten free soy sesame dressing

$15.00

Gluten Free Salads

Gluten Free Rice Bowl

Gluten Free Avocado Bibimbap Or Stone Bowl Rice

Gluten-free rice bowl with avocado, options: Bibimbap or Stone Bowl, served with white, brown, or without rice.

$22.00

Gluten Free Classic Bibimbap Or Stone Bowl Rice

Classic Bibimbap or Stone Bowl Rice, gluten-free. Choices include white or brown rice, or an option without rice.

$22.00

Gluten Free Bodhi Noodles

sweet potato & gluten free buckwheat noodles topped with mountain greens and vegetables

$21.00

Gluten Free Chef Noodle Soup

sweet potato & gluten free buckwheat noodles with vegetables, tofu, been sprout & baby bok choy

$21.00

Gluten Free Noodles

Gluten Free Main Dishes

Gluten Free Buddha's Delight

Stir-fried veggies and tofu in gluten-free ginger sauce

$25.00

Gluten Free Mushroom Sizzler

on a hot stone plate in gluten free brown sauce

$23.00

Gluten Free Pan-Fried Tofu

grilled tofu with scallions & seaweed

$23.00

Gluten Free Soy 'Chicken' Sizzler On A Hot Stone Plate

gluten free soy chicken with vegetables sauteed with gluten free brown sauce served in a sizzling hot plate

$25.00

Additional Sauce

Selection of sauces: chili garlic, Korean chili, bean paste, spicy mayo.

$1.00

Brown Rice

Wholesome brown rice to complement your meal.

$2.00

White Rice

Light and fluffy white rice.

$1.00

Additional Side Orders

Desserts

Banana Walnut Cake

GF Banana Walnut Cake

$12.00

Black Sesame Pie

$12.00

Chocolate Fudge Cake

Rich chocolate fudge cake topped with chocolate shavings.

$12.00

Matchamisu (Gluten-Free)

$13.00

Taro And Sweet Potato Rice Balls

Soft and chewy rice balls made with taro and sweet potato, lightly dusted with powdered sugar.

$9.00

Chopsticks

Options include spoon, fork, chopsticks, or no utensil.

$0.00

No Utensil

No utensils provided. Options include a spoon, fork, or chopsticks.

$0.00

Spoon, Fork

Choice of utensils: None, Spoon and Fork, or Chopsticks.

$0.00

Utensil