Living On the Veg

Living On the Veg is a beloved all-vegan restaurant nestled in the heart of Manahawkin, New Jersey, on charming E Bay Avenue. This pioneering plant-based eatery has become a destination for health-conscious diners and vegan enthusiasts across the Jersey Shore region, serving creative comfort food that proves sustainable eating can be delicious. The kitchen, open Tuesday through Saturday from 8am to 7pm and Monday from 8am to 3pm, crafts everything from hearty breakfast bowls to indulgent lunch sandwiches and satisfying dinners. Standout menu items include the legendary Buffalo Tempeh Bites with house-made ranch, the innovative Crab Cake Sliders featuring hearts of palm and caper dill remoulade, and the rich Cauliflower Tikka Masala served over aromatic jasmine rice. The on-site ice cream counter, operating from 11am daily, offers creative frozen treats that rotate with seasonal flavors. Beyond dining in, Living On the Veg provides exceptional catering services with a generous five-day advance notice, featuring customizable trays of sandwiches,wraps,entrees like their famous Vegetable Lasagna and Macaroni & Cheese, plus showstopping cakes including Grandma Mary's Carrot Cake with coconut buttercream and the Ultimate Chocolate layer cake. The restaurant also offers an Organic Juice Cleanse program for those seeking a wellness reset, featuring slow-pressed organic juices designed to support detoxification. With nearly 300 glowing reviews and a perfect location near the Garden State Parkway, Living On the Veg welcomes both locals and visitors to experience bold plant-based flavors in a warm,inviting atmosphere.