Bar & Brasserie
Nestled in the heart of Union Square, Le Basque is an upscale vegan restaurant that masterfully blends the rich culinary traditions of France and Spain into a unique, plant-based dining experience. The name “Le Basque” pays homage to the Basque region, renowned for its vibrant cuisine that effortlessly marries the flavors of both countries.
Experience the harmonious fusion of French elegance and Spanish passion at Le Basque, where every meal is a celebration of culture, creativity, and conscious dining. Explore a symphony of flavors that will leave a lasting impression on your palate and soul.
At Le Basque, every dish is a testament to the creativity and expertise of our chefs, who have meticulously crafted a menu that celebrates the essence of French and Spanish cuisine. As a vegan restaurant in New York City, we draw inspiration from the rich culinary traditions of both regions, using the finest plant-based ingredients to honor classic techniques while introducing modern twists. From the vibrant, bold flavors of Spain to the sophisticated nuances of French cooking, each plate is designed to provide a memorable vegan dining experience in the heart of NYC.
Enjoy a refined dinner at Le Basque, a vegan restaurant in New York City known for French and Spanish-inspired plant-based cuisine. Our dinner menu highlights chef-crafted small plates and mains made with seasonal ingredients, reimagining rich culinary traditions in bold, modern ways.
Artisanal Breads
Includes choice of butter: garlic thyme or cured olive caramel
Rustic Sourdough 12
Brioche 12
French Baguette 12
Le Basque Pâté 28
Served with housemade preserves and choice of bread
Mushroom Walnut | Smoked Goat Cheese & Jamón | Salted Cod & Spring Onion
Cheese Board 34
Blue, smoked goat, manchego, camembert, herb farmer’s cheese, marcona almonds, candied pecans, toasted baguette
Small plates designed for sharing, celebrating vibrant colors and bold flavors
Patatas Bravas 19
Crispy potato croquettes, smoky tomato brava sauce, aioli drizzle
Wild Mushroom & Truffle Croquettes 19
Golden croquettes filled with wild mushrooms and truffle goat cheese, topped with shaved manchego
Steak Tartare 22
Tartare layered over crisp toast, finished with dill, aged balsamic, and black seaweed caviar
Chorizo 21
Ñora chili flakes, smoked pepper goat cheese, pickled fennel, apples, black olives, dill
Truffle Caviar Montadito 22
Brioche, lemon crème, dill, black seaweed caviar, truffle honey, hazelnuts
Romesco Grilled Chicken 22
Piquillo peppers, garlic confit, ñora chili peppers, spring onions
Stuffed Piquillo Peppers 18
Wood roasted piquillo peppers filled with herbed goat cheese, salsa verde, sourdough
Tomatoes & Toast 16
Toasted demi baguettes, heirloom cherry tomato pulp, confit garlic, parsley oil, orange seaweed caviar, aged balsamic
Calamares Fritos 21
Fried oyster mushroom rings, smoked paprika aioli, lemon, mojo
Truffle Beef 24
Black garlic lemon sauce, truffle goat cheese purée, burnt shallot oil, quail egg, chervil
Heirloom Tomato Salad 21
Romesco, pearl onion jam, pickled caper leaves, sherry vinegar, herb farmer’s cheese
Duck Confit Salad 24
Potatoes with parsley butter, vinaigrette, salt, black pepper, parsley oil, manchego, parsley
Sambuca & White Wine Mussels 22
Wood ear mushrooms, creamy sambuca and white wine broth, garlic confit, fresh parsley, lemon, toasted sourdough
Escargot 21
Wood ear mushrooms, parsley garlic butter, gruyère, toasted baguette
Salmon Rilletes 24
Crème fraîche, dijon mustard, truffle caviar, quail egg, capers, toasted demi baguette
Port Beef Bourguignon 34
Braised beef, port wine sauce, heirloom carrots, pearl onions, cilantro macho, crimini mushrooms, yukon potatoes
Mojo Flank Steak 37
Grilled Chunk Foods™ steak, sea salt, mojo kalamata sauce, beluga lentils, garlic confit, roasted heirloom tomatoes
Truffle Shrimp Ravioli 31
Handmade shrimp and ricotta ravioli, truffle cream sauce, lemon, black caviar, toasted brioche crumbs, spring onions
Creamy Lemon Tarragon Polenta 33
Hen of the-woods ragu, manchego, chili, crispy shallots
Grilled Chicken Paella 33
Bomba rice, chorizo, saffron, garlic, white wine, piquillo peppers, confit sunchokes, cilantro
Mushroom Paella 32
Bomba rice, chorizo, king oyster, saffron, white wine, dulse flakes, parsley
Dijon Salmon 35
Dijon mustard crusted salmon, toasted red quinoa, lemon beurre blanc, pickled fennel
Scorched Confit Sunchoke 16
Shaved manchego, ñora garlic chili crisp
Sautéed Wild Mushrooms 14
Heirloom tomato jam, garlic confit
Braised Beluga Lentils 12
Garlic confit, cilantro
Vinegar French Fries 12
Crispy skin-on fries tossed in garlic vinegar and sea salt, served with truffle aioli
Entremet aux Noisettes 19
Hazelnut praline mousse, chocolate cake, salted caramel, chocolate hazelnut shell
Tarte au Citron 17
Brown butter tartlet, lemon curd, strawberry preserve, vanilla and elderflower meringue
Crème Brûlée 15
Vanilla bean custard, toasted meringue, blackberry, mint, orange zest
Our menu is entirely vegan and kosher certified. Please inform your server of any allergies or intolerances. 20% gratuity applied for parties of 6 or more.
Savor a weekend brunch at Le Basque, a vegan restaurant in Union Square, NYC. Our brunch menu blends traditional French pastries and savory Spanish dishes with plant-based creativity, offering a fresh and elevated way to start your day.
Available weekends from 11:30 am until 4:00 pm in addition to our full food menu
Pressed Balsamic Croissants 24
Grilled pressed croissants, toasted meringue, strawberry balsamic mint salad, fig caramel
Wild Mushroom and Allium Quiche 25
Hen of the woods and crimini mushrooms, leeks, shallots, baby watercress, fennel, crème fraîche, herbs
Savory Breakfast Crepe 27
Mozzarella, jamón, farmers cheese, sunny side eggs, baby spinach, spring onions, tomato and ñora chili salad
Steak Croissant 27
Housemade butter croissant, grilled Chunk Foods™ steak, cheese omelet, hollandaise sauce, spring onions, Spanish paprika
Smoked Salmon Caviar Toast 24
Housemade sourdough, smoked salmon, black caviar, herb ricotta, dill, scallion, chervil, tarragon bearnaise
Pear Blossom Bellini 17
Prosseco, pear puree, elderflower, chamomile, cinnamon saffron, dried quince
Union Spritz 17
Sparkling rosé, lillet rose, lemon liqueur, housemade rose syrup, club soda, mint
Our menu is entirely vegan and kosher certified. Please inform your server of any allergies or intolerances. 20% gratuity applied for parties of 6 or more.
Raise a glass at the bar inside Le Basque, a vegan restaurant in NYC. Our cocktail menu features handcrafted vegan drinks made with house infusions, fresh ingredients, and global inspiration. Enjoy a vibrant evening with flavorful cocktails and small plant-based bites.
Sangria del Amor 19
Pinot noir, taylor port wine, cinnamon vanilla, apple juice, pomegrante, citrus, chocolate bitters
Frescko 19
Txakolina, gin, grapefruit, sage syrup, dry vermouth, champagne
Glasshouse 21
Gin, cucumber, lime, elderflower, olive brine, sea salt
Ilunabarra 22
Rittenhouse rye, cherry liqueur, spiced syrup, chocolate bitters
La Gata Negra 21
Blanco tequila, italicus, blackberry, lime, orange bitters
Nocturne Noir 24
Taylor Fladgate port, crème de cacao, cold brew liqueur, frangelico
Oleada 21
Bourbon, brandy, sherry, cinnamon-vanilla, orange bitters
Piquillo Pyrenees 23
Piquillo pepper-infused mezcal, lemon, agave nectar, dry sherry, saline
Sangria del Amor 19
Cabernet Syrah, brandy, cinnamon-vanilla, pomegranate, citrus, chocolate bitters
Sunset over Biscay 23
Vodka, apricot liqueur, suze, dry vermouth, thyme
Udare Daiquiri 19
Aged rum, lime, pear purée, sage syrup
Pink Horizon 21
Gin, Villa Amera, Lillet Blanc, lemon, rose syrup
Alma Dorada 22
Mezcal, pineapple, lemon, agave nectar, bitters
Basque in the Breeze 14
Cucumber, lemon, orange, sparkling water, mint
La Vie En Rose 14
Rosewater, grapefruit, rose syrup, lemon
Euskara Essence 14
Pear, saffron, cinnamon, lemon, sparkling water
San Sebastian Sunset 15
Pineapple juice, lime, ginger beer, tajin
Estrella Galicia Pale Lager 13
SuperBock 12
Meteor Blanche Wheat 12
Five Boroughs Gridlock Hazy IPA 11
La Lata Sagardoa Basque Cider 10
Estrella Galicia 0.0 (NA) 10
Choice of oat or almond milk
Latte 6
Cappuccino 6
Americano 5
Espresso 4
French Press (light or dark roast) 15
Chamomile, Earl Grey, Lavender Mint 10
Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Ginger Ale, Club Soda, Tonic 3
Sparkling, Still 3/7
Chardonnay, Twin Suns, California 17/64
Sauvignon Blanc, Franck et Sylvain Godon, Loire Valley 19/68
Xarel-lo, Can Sumoi, Catalunya 21/86
Bizkaiko Txakolina, Itsasmendi, Basque Country 19/72
Albariño, Vina Cartin, Galicia 18/72
Cabernet Sauvignon, Twin Suns, California 18/65
Monastrell, Bodegas Lavia, Bullas 17/55
Tempranillo, Hornillos Ballesteros, Ribera del Duero 16/64
Cabernet Syrah, Tishbi, Judean Hills 18/65
Pinot Noir, Abbotts & Delaunay, Languedoc-Roussillon 16/52
Bordeaux Rouge, Les Carrelets, Bordeaux 15/58
Rosé, Jerusalem Vineyard, Judean Hills 17/64
Champagne Brut, Emile Paris, Champagne 28/125
Rosé, Fleuraison, Languedoc-Roussillon 18/72
Rosé, Chateau Gassier, Provence 17/72
Blanc de Blancs, Bella Mistala, Catalonia 17/68
Fino Sherry, Tio Pepe, Andalucia 19/55
Amontillado Sherry, Osborne, Andalucia 15/45
Ruby Port, Taylor Fladgate, Douro 17/50
Grenache Noir, Cazes, Languedoc-Roussillon 19/108
Txakoli Artizar, Itsasmendi, Basque Country (2017) 130
Godello, Bodegas y Viñedos Raúl, Castilla y Leon (2022) 88
Lanzarote, Puro Rofe, Canary Islands (2023) 120
Albariño, Val de Meigas, Galicia (2023) 73
Sauvignon Blanc, Alain Cailbourdin, Loire (2022) 89
Palomino, Meridiano Perdido, Andalucia (2022) 86
Chardonnay, Domaine Michelot, Burgundy (2020) 240
Chateauneuf Du Pape, Clos de L’Oratoire des Papes, Rhône Valley (2023) 148
Tempranillo, Finca Torremilanos, Castilla y Leon (2022) 74
Syrah, Laurent Fayolle, Northern Rhône 2022 142
Montsant, Venus La Universal, Catalunya (2022) 88
Tempranillo, Torre de Oña, La Rioja (2019) 120
Garnacha Tintorera, Bodegas Venta La Vega, Castilla-La Mancha (2017) 91
Chateau Beausejour, Red Blend, Bordeaux (2012) 89
Syrah, J Boutin, Northern Rhône (2022) 142
Pinot Noir, Jean-Luc Maldant, Burgundy (2023) 88
Tempranillo Blend, Anza, La Rioja (2022) 102
Brut Rosé, Veuve Clicquot, Champagne (NV) 185
Le Pas du Moine Rosé, Chateau Gassier, Provence (2023) 120
Cava Brut, Bella Mistala, Penedes (NV) 68
Brut Yellow Label, Veuve Clicquot, Champagne (NV) 190
Blanc de Blancs, Ruinart, Champagne (NV) 300
Port, Taylor, New York 30
Tawny 20 Year Port, W & J Graham’s, Douro 118
Oloroso Seco Sherry, González Byass, Andalucia 74
Our menu is entirely vegan and kosher certified. Please inform your server of any allergies or intolerances. 20% gratuity applied for parties of 6 or more.
Group Dining (11–25 Guests)
Gather your group around the table at Le Basque. Choose from three group dining experiences — each four courses, each built for sharing.
Reservations are booked online with a deposit to hold your date; a 20% service charge applies. When you book, you’ll also unlock our pre-order menu — wine at exclusive group pricing, a welcome toast, photography, and other touches available only to parties who reserve in advance.
Parties larger than 25 are hosted as private events — email info@cityrootsnyc.com for our event deck.
Cancellations 48+ hours in advance are fully refundable. Within 48 hours, the deposit is non-refundable. For guest count changes, email us at least 24 hours ahead — reductions within 24 hours are charged for the original party size.
Our signature bar at Le Basque is a true highlight, offering an impressive selection of wines and cocktails curated to complement our cuisine. Our wine list is a celebration of the finest French and Spanish vintages, each bottle chosen for its unique character and ability to enhance your dining experience. Our innovative cocktail menu is crafted with fresh, seasonal ingredients that reflect the creativity and culinary excellence of Le Basque.
Whether you prefer a classic cocktail with a modern twist or an entirely new creation, our skilled bartenders deliver drinks that are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Our bar is not just a place to drink; it’s a destination for those seeking to indulge in the finest beverages paired with an extraordinary culinary journey.
In the bustling heart of New York City, where the towering skyscrapers cast their shadows over the vibrant streets, a culinary revolution was quietly taking root. Born from a deep-seated passion for both exceptional dining and environmental consciousness, City Roots Hospitality emerged as a beacon of change in the city’s culinary landscape. This is the story of a visionary group that redefined gastronomy, forging a path toward a sustainable and compassionate future while captivating taste buds and hearts alike.
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