Jolo’s Vegan Kitchen is a cheerful Caribbean-inspired vegan café and juice bar located in New Rochelle, New York. Opened in 2008 by Chef Marc “Jolo” Moise, this friendly spot warmly embraces Rastafarian dietary principles, celebrating fresh, natural, and plant-based ingredients with no fuss.
Guests can enjoy a rotating buffet of tasty dishes and hot plates, along with made-to-order favorites. Popular dishes include Vegan Ginger Chicken, Portobello Mushrooms in coconut cream, Jerk Falafel, and “Vegan Ribz,” plus comforting options like Vegan Mac & Cheese, hearty vegan patties (lentil, spinach, jerk tofu), and a delicious Philly Cheese Steak made with soy-based ribz.
The juice bar offers refreshing drinks such as Mango Seamoss, zesty Ginger Beer, and the vibrant “Super Green” raw juice. For those with a sweet tooth, there’s decadent vegan chocolate cake, banana bread, and luscious raw cheesecake.
The cozy, laid-back vibe is highlighted by lively African and Jamaican art and reggae music, creating a relaxed and joyful atmosphere. They also have a spacious private event area, perfect for parties or community gatherings, fitting up to 100 guests. Friendly, welcoming service is part of the experience, with staff often going out of their way to make guests feel at home—especially Chef Jolo himself, who is always happy to recommend a dish or two.
Posted by Jolo’s Kitchen on Sunday, November 13, 2011
The restaurant follows Rastafarian dietary guidelines, highlighting fresh vegetables, plant-based proteins, and natural plant ingredients. Diners can choose from a rotating buffet or order from the menu.
Selections From The Jolo’s Vegan Kitchen Menu
- Mac & cheese (w/gluten-free option) – Pasta, vegan cheese, nutritional yeast & seasonings.
- Crispy nuggets – Non-GMO soy and gluten-free, lightly sauteed and seasoned.
- Sweet Plantains – sauteed and lightly seasoned.
- Jerk Falafel (gluten-free) – Chickpea Falafel made with onions, celery, and peppers marinated with spicy Jerk seasoning.
- Ginger “vegan” chicken – Made with oyster sauce, broccoli, onions, and peppers.
- Portobello Mushrooms (Gluten-free) – Made with coconut cream sauce, garlic, onions, peppers & celery.
- Vegan Shrimp – Soy-free yuca-based shrimp with mixed vegetables seasoned in jerk or curry spices.
- Garlic Marinated Kale Salad – Kale Marinated in Garlic and Olive oil with lemon.
- Jolo’s Famous Philly Ribz Sandwich – Served with onions, lettuce, tomatoes & veganaise.
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