BINGHAMTON GOES VEGAN AT MANA

Speaking of vegan options, Mana Plant-Based Café is finally open! At Mana, everything is vegan. While our vegan friends are surely rejoicing already, omnivores should check it out, too. The atmosphere is vibrant, and the staff is chill. There are some creative meat and dairy alternatives served here, and many of them don’t contain soy (something we’re happy about). We tried their Southwest burger, with a side of mock and cheese, and a fresh, cold-pressed orange juice. The food is delicious, and though the price point is a little high, the portions are large and of good quality. The juice was better than any other OJ we’ve had around here, and the burger was great, topped with super-fresh avocado. The “cheese” in the mock was, surprisingly, made of a zesty vegetable sauce. Mana opens early, with a full breakfast menu, including fresh smoothies.

Mana Plant-Based Café is located at 139 Washington Street in Downtown Binghamton; (607) 203-1499. Hours Monday-Saturday 8am-8pm.