Champs Diner
(Now Closed)Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant, Bakery, and Coffee Shop$$$$
East Williamsburg, Brooklyn
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Deanna RossMay 27, 2015Best vegan place I've ever eaten at. They have everything here. I almost cried when my trip was over because I know I can't find great vegan food anywhere else.
AidaAugust 18, 2013The maple lattes are a fun treat, and if you're hankering for something creamier, the cookie crumbles milkshake = fab. The croquettes are divine and the pancake bowl looks silly & tastes great. Win!
Kate WillskyJuly 26, 2015Order the Benedict bowl, add avocado, be really stoked. But also that's the only thing I've tried so far and everything looks amazing.
There was a wait when I went on a Sunday for brunch, but it's worth it. The tofu scramble was tasty & filling. If you order a fresh juice just get the large, the small is the size of the water cups.
KiraMarch 16, 2022Delicious vegan food! Pricy but worth it. Great for takeout (you can order online easily) or dining in (it's a small place so go early or anticipate a little wait). Note that they close daily 4-5pm.
David RosenbergAugust 11, 2014If you're looking for a hearty breakfast, the Drunken Cowgirl will hit the spot. The chilli has a kick which is offset by delicious creamy avocados. Don't forget to rock out to 90s power ballads.
Tatiana RodriguezOctober 11, 2018I had a great first time experience. I had the Po Boy sandwich with a side of tofu scramble and bacon. The food was tasty and the staff was very accommodating. I will go back to sample more choices!
plantbasedbabeApril 10, 2019best vegan restaurant ever hands down. mozzarella sticks were amazing (the cheese was stretchy like real cheese!!) and the cinnamon roll pancakes had me drooling!!
Aimée Jane ParrDecember 9, 2019One of my favourite brooklyn brunch spots! All vegan diner with so many menu options! Earlybird burrito was so tasty! Philly cheese steak also looked great! Appetisers to share and unlimited coffee!
vegansaurusDecember 28, 2013The best vegan brunch in the city. We are partial to the biscuits and gravy but there are always hella enticing specials to try too. And it's inexpensive! Long wait for a table at brunch.
I had the Cubano today and it blew my mind. Not just the best sandwich I've had at Champs, but the best sandwich I've had PERIOD. Absolutely incredible.
Melissa PerezOctober 16, 2018The Mondo burger was so delicious and full of flavor! If you have a big appetite I say go for it, I couldn't finish my meal 😅
Daniel BJuly 24, 2019We had biscuits with gravy and the big breakfast - both delicious and served by super friendly staff. Definitely recommended, many of these diner staples I’ve never had offered as vegan before.
HolidayDecember 27, 2015Friendly staff, clean bathroom and yummy food. Stand out diner. Bit of a line for Saturday brunch and popped over to dunwell doughnuts around the corner to break up the 30 minute wait for large booth.
Megan KosmoskiMay 9, 20133 different types of veggie burgers, topped with anything you please!! Go for the black bean! By far the best! All are served with a spicy delicious pickle! RECOMMENDED!- I've been dreaming about the kale Caesar salad since I last went there on Sunday. Also, PEANUT BUTTER CUP CHEESECAKE. OMG, PLEASE EAT IT. IT'S BEAUTIFUL.
Adrienne LiuOctober 1, 2019The food here is so good that it makes me question if it’s actually vegan 🤔 Be warned though that this is not your typical healthy vegan food. It’s straight up delicious.
Now that they accept credit cards it is as if I died and went to heaven. Everything is delicious. Try the Montecristo sammich! And dessert!
Alexis TrosoOctober 25, 2014Two words: breakfast enchiladas. Their tofu scramble can make an omnivore never want to eat eggs again.
P-LO LouisAugust 5, 2013Even if you're a vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian whatever this place is great-people friendly, clean, the food #yum if you're a seafood person you must try their fish burrito-awesome :-) #enjoy- Paisley GilmourJanuary 17, 2018French toast slam was incredible - I have no idea how they make French toast like that. The scrambled tofu is stunning also the hashbrowns. Get the seitan bacon!!
One of the best breakfasts of my life. Book or be prepared to queue but - obviously - incredible for vegans.
APANovember 3, 2012Servers rewarded our good karma with a decadent fudge brownie & hot coffee served in fat diner mugs. For savory eats I suggest the club sandwich with tofurkey & bacon seitan.
Bram HubbellJuly 28, 2017It’s all amazing. Every vegan comfort food you could want! I love the buffalo wings and the Reuben.
NY Mets Katie ❤️⚾️✈️August 26, 2012A sit-down dining area that reminds me of a '50s diner. Not only do they serve breakfast all day but the sandwiches are AMAZING. They also offer baked goods. Annoyance? They offer dairy milk-WHY?
The Corcoran GroupOctober 1, 2010Delicious vegan sandwiches (try Kevin Bacon or the Cubano) in a very cool euro-coffee shop environment.
Olga GolubkovaDecember 1, 2017Successful combination of an old traditional diner environment & hearty vegetarian bites that fill you up, but don’t weight you down. The dishes are an exceptional mix of flavors & textures.
This place is super good even though i have no clue what i’m eating... everything taste great! I dig the ‘awesome bowl’
hands down best veggies place to open in the last decade in williamsburg. eggs benedict, buffalo chicken salad, and mozzarella sticks are all amazing!
SaraApril 20, 2022Everything is vegan. They have created a cheese sauce that is so good…people without lactose intolerance might find it strange but I couldn’t get over it.- The quickest service I've ever received. Definitely try the mac n' cheese with tempeh bacon; it WILL blow your mind.
- Conrad Greiner-BechertJanuary 30, 2018My favorite unhealthy Vegan restaurant. You can probably get diabetes from coming here and just looking at their sugary high carb menu options.
RyanJune 15, 2015I love pulled pork, and as a new vegan I never thought I'd be able to enjoy it again until I found champs. It's very convincing! 😻
Elizabeth SweeneyAugust 20, 2017amazing vegan diner!! try the gutbuster, pancakes, and mac daddy! so delicious <3
Taiowa WanerApril 1, 2016Everything looked amazing. I had the vegan slam, maple latte, and Girl Scout milkshake.
My two favorite things are the buenas Dias salad and the buffalo wings, but everything here is amazing. I've eaten here a hundred times, it's always delicious
Corren ConwayJune 14, 2015Everything! Seriously, everything! The Philly Cheese Steaks are amazing as are all the bowls and they make the best PB Milkshake in Brooklyn!
Cami RFebruary 3, 2015Order for take out. Even the smoothies. Arrive, bypass the line of people waiting to eat. Walk out with a bag full of delicious vegan food. Meanwhile, people are still waiting to be seated.
Elizabeth OtaolaFebruary 17, 2016It was incredible. I am not vegan, and I completely forgot it was vegan. The food was amazing.
Mar AreNovember 26, 2016I'm in love 😍 This place is probably one of the best vegan places I've been to and I can't wait to go back.- Favorite vegan spot in NYC. Get the buenos Dias salad, kale salad or pancake bowl. You can never go wrong in here! I live Champs!!
Sofia TchikinaAugust 9, 2016Very nice and strong coffee. Super-delicious food. Try vegan enchiladas for breakfast. Mozzarella sticks straight outta heaven.- Definitely try the disco fries. My first time having disco fries since going vegan and they did not disappoint. They were perfect!
- Abigail NaresOctober 21, 2015Vegan chocolate chip pancakes were amaze. Friendly staff as well, will most definitely be back!
AriOctober 14, 2015Everything is vegan so no need to worry. Best vegan food I've ever had. Definitely recommend the buffalo chikn sandwich
Cappuccino with oat milk and hippie slam will be just right to get your day started!
Paloma OrtizMarch 10, 2015Everything is vegan! The salads, the bowls, the burgers and breakfast platters are all amazing! I love love it!
KenitoMay 9, 2014Order anything and everything, the menu is legit! OVERLY vegan and veg friendly... Tofu rancheros
VegNews MagazineAugust 29, 2012The Hot Cubano sandwich is not to be missed! Loaded and perfectly spicy with grilled faux ham, melted cheese, pickled jalapeños, pickles, mustard, and mayo. Zing.
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Champs Diner
197 Meserole St (btwn Bushwick Ave & Humboldt St)
Brooklyn, NY 11206
United States
Brooklyn, NY 11206
United States
Champs is a vegan cafe and bakery in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 9:00 AM–Midnight
(718) 599-2743
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Visa & MasterCard)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
No
Music
No
Parking
Street
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
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ansje miller - 7.7
"Garlic greens with brown rice and tempeh (add on) is delicious. Spray on Braggs liquid aminos for added salt and enjoy. They have wifi! Lovely space"
inna kats - 7.8
"I love this place and feel it needs a higher rating. Been there a few times. Love the dumplings and Malaysian curry with brown rice. Vegan and healthy."
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"Amazing music. Order the devil eggs and biscuits for brunch."
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