Ladybird

SERVICE- located in a slightly quieter part of East Village- the door has no signs but is painted rainbow- quaint floral themed inside with seating for groups of 2-4- we came on a Monday night so it was not super crowded but I would still make a reservation to ensure you get a table- our server maya was amazing! She checked in on us right when we were finishing our plates and offered to make us custom drinks based on our preferences- food comes out as it is made with the appetizers being served before the entrees MENU- global inspired small bites and shareables with creative drinks menu- happy hour specials on drinks and buns from 4:00 - 6:30 daily - all vegan - slightly pricey ($25 per person) FOOD- kimchi arancini (8/10): four rice and cream cheese croquettes on a bed of spicy chili sauce topped with pickled daikon radish. This was such a unique take on a classic arancini. The crispy panko on the outside makes a satisfying first bite that opens up into a comforting creamy inside. The chili sauce is not too spicy but has a fermented flavor from the kimchi that offsets the richness of the filling. This dish is great to share between 2-4 people as a starter. - dumplings (9/10): five mushroom and cabbage filled dumplings on a coconut curry sauce with a drizzle of basil oil. As a curry lover I had to try this dish. The sauce was so rich and flavorful I would have been happy with a bowl of just that. I liked how the dumplings actually had a taste on their own as some veggie dumplings tend to be bland. This makes a great shareable or a portion for one. - tonkatsu eggplant sandwich (7/10): white bread filled with crispy eggplant cutlet, coleslaw, tonkatsu date sauce, and a pickle on the side. Out of the three dishes we ordered, this was my least favorite. I felt like the white bread was overpowering and plain. After tasting so many different flavors, I thought they could have done something to elevate it like add a sesame seed crust on the outside. The filling also did not have much flavor. It felt nostalgic and a more elevated version of a sandwich that I may have eaten as a child. - matcha tres leches (6/10): matcha sponge cake layered with coconut whipped cream and strawberries served in a wide wine glass. This was one of two dessert options on the menu. If it was marketed as a coconut or berry tres leches, I would be ranking it higher. The matcha flavor was too subtle for something that is labeled "matcha". I unfortunately was not wowed. WOULD I GO BACK? Yes! Loved the food and ambiance and our super nice server.

A perfect pick for a quaint and elegant vegan dining experience with very friendly service. Ladybird offers bold fusion flavors on familiar comfort foods in a setting that is exquisitely decorated (check out their bathroom). My friends and I loved the bao trio, we got two flights so we didn't have to share. Each one is a great complement and contrast offering a zesty buffalo option and savory/creamy filling that bodes well as a handheld. The kale Cesar salad was an unexpected hit, with what tasted like rice cracker croutons and flavorful crispy mushroom bacon, I could've eaten two of these. We also loved the kimchi mac and cheese, so much that it was demolished before anyone could take a picture. It's a harmonious blend of spicy and creamy served with al dente pasta. The corn ribs were also a favorite, definitely on the lighter side, but paired well with everything served. I'd definitely recommend not skipping dessert--both are fantastic in their own right. The cheesecake is a fragrant blend of berries with a burst of brightness from the yuzu. The tres leches is light and creamy with fresh fruit served in a glass. I loved how innovative every bite was and will definitely be visiting their sister restaurants part of this chain. Highly recommend if you are craving a feast for the eyes and tastebuds!

Came here on a Saturday night , was also here last year and had a great time so decided we should come back.Sara and the team were extremely kind and provided incredible service that really stood out.The food was delicious -- my favorite Caesar salad -- dumplings were FIRE, and the udon noodles were super flavorful.Great date spot if you're vegan or not, worth a stop!

Beautifully sophisticated decor, deliciously floral cocktails, and personable/attentive service. My partner and I stopped in for a drink in our quest to barhop through East Village. We were seated with no wait and enjoyed the tranquil atmosphere of the bar. The bartender was genuinely nice and down to earth, provided very detailed recommendations of the drinks when asked, and checked in to make sure we were taken care of. It's hard to find genuinely great hospitality workers and everyone who worked at Ladybird were genuinely nice and helpful.I thoroughly enjoyed the Ladybird Reunion cocktail which is equal parts fragrant, sweet and tart. The tartness of the passionfruit cuts the sweetness a bit to make a perfectly balanced cocktail. My partner had the Dodo cocktail which is on the sweeter side but still tasty.My partner and I can't wait to come back to try their vegan tapas. Maybe we'll get a bottle of wine too.

Such a cute spot with great vibes & nice staff. Our service was great & the food was amazing too! I wish I had room to try other dishes. We got 3 dishes of bao buns. They were great but the avocado toast with just egg was amazing! So creamy!

Ladybird is very nicely decorated, but the food is quite lacking. The dumplings were good, but almost had an oddly indian flavor to it. I've had better vegan dumplings before. The Kimchi mac and cheese wasn't good. I don't recommend ordering. The kimchi flavor was too strong, so it just tasted like kimchi with noodles. Perhaps the other items on the menu were better. Service was okay, although it took a little long (even though it wasn't busy).

I really enjoyed the food here. I passed by it when I went to Cadence last week and made a note to come back. I'm glad I did. The sweet Thai baos were phenomenal (sadly didn't get a picture as we inhaled them). I've never had kimchi Mac and cheese before and it was a delight. The dumplings came in a curry sauce and they were some of the tastiest dumplings I've had in a while. The only thing that I felt was lacking was the matcha tres leches. It looked and tasted more like a trifle, which admittedly is still good. However, the majority of the layers of matcha cake were dry, and the true tres leches part was at the very bottom.

To begin, I ordered take out. Took about 25 minutes for three items. The macaroni was so spicy and delicious! The king pao was a little too oily for my taste. The tofu bun was my least favorite of the three, you cannot go wrong with the buffalo cauliflower bun. Very cute interior when I went inside to pick up. Highly recommend for vegetarians!

Ladybird has a cute ambiance, and that's mostly their appeal. Their marketing is good - we found this place from instagram reel recommendations. The staff was extremely nice, helpful, and accommodating which is a big plus. Everything *looks* great from the food to the decor. Unfortunately, the looks are where it stops. Drinks were okay; the mimosas came out room temperature and the espresso martini riff was a little too lavender-y and was also very thin. The food overall was just unfortunately not good, and the prices feel high for a meal so underwhelming. BEC Buns - the best item in terms of flavor but it was still very underwhelming, 3 bite-size baos for $23Potato side - also one of the better items. Came out room temperature. The cilantro aioli is probably the entire restaurant's saving grace. Chikin & Waffles - an oyster mushroom taking the place of chicken, but unfortunately the mushroom had no seasoning and it just tasted like an oily mushroom. The fry on it was good. Matcha waffles - nothing much to say on these; the waffles for all dishes had a weird flavor French toast - the french toast itself was okay, the strawberry compote tasted like it was made from frozen strawberries and was the worst flavor on the table for me Overall this place is cute and holds up as instagram-worthy but there's a dozen significantly better vegan/vegetarian spots in a 5 block radius. Our servers were really pleasant and on top of their jobs so i'm giving the overall 3 stars, but the food could use major improvements.

This is a mid-size vegan spot in EV, and it's tasty with lots of options! Came here with a couple of friends, and we got everything to share. The cauliflower bun is excellent, but I will note the buns are a bit difficult to share. The Caesar salad was surprisingly tasty (I don't normally like Caesar salads), and the ice cream dessert is a standout. Definitely get that one. The other dishes were surprising too, like the grilled cheese (which had a decent cheese pull). The service was a bit slow and our server wasn't as attentive on our drinks, but a cool spot to explore vegan food, especially if you're not vegan.