Soy Luck Club
(212) 229-9191
115 Greenwich Ave
New York,
NY
10014
40.7384
-74.0023
Neighborhoods: West Village, Downtown
What People Are Saying About Soy Luck Club
The Editor
Kathleen Squires
Citysearch
Don't expect Birkenstocks and granola in this cafe: The orange walls, groovy white plastic tables, techno-jazz soundtrack and free Internet hookups attract young moderns in Steve Maddens sipping designer soy-infused teas. Though the concept may seem awfully nutty crunchy, the soy-heavy, all-organic menu has broad appeal--it's not just for vegetarians. Whole-wheat paninis include a light and flavorful curried chicken with parsley, raisins, scallions, red peppers and soyannaise, and fresh turkey with roasted red pepper and sun-dried tomato. Though there's plenty to eat, many drop by for the aromatic soy milk-infused teas and coffees; it's easy to see why spicy, sweet and frothy combinations like honey-ginger soya tea are so popular.
User Reviews
HDesChenes
July 06, 2009
Reviews written by Clarence H & Amie S are fabricated by a disgruntled employee recently fired from Soy. The most recent Health Code inspection is available at: h t t p://167.153.150.32/RI/web/detail.do?method=detail&restaurantId=41406332&inspectionDate=20090611 (In New York, an inspection must be under 28 points to not require a hearing. Soy's most recent inspection was 9, well within the acceptable range.) The previous health inspection "Amie S" mentioned was conducted the day Soy was undergoing major repairs, and not even open for business.
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AmieS
July 05, 2009
Before eating at Soy Luck Club, you should check out their Restaurant Inspection Information from their last inspection. I did after I got very sick eating at Soy Luck Club, and am DISGUSTED. Here is the link 167.153.150.32/RI/web/detail.do?method=history&restaurantId=41406332 They Scored a 44 (a zero is a perfect score, so a 44 is like a 56% = MAJOR FAILURE). I have been to Soy Luck Club twice now and have to say the place is average at best. Both times I was there I a soy matte-latte with honey ginger and a #1 pressed bagel with salmon and soy cream cheese. I have to admit that it was yummy both times. However, both times I came home and was VERY sick. I figured that I might have developed a sensitivity to soy milk, which I have read happens to people from time to time. But, after talking to a neighbor who also had a similar experience after eating at Soy, I am convenced that it is not a sensitivity. Because I NEVER get sick drinking a soy latte anywhere else. My neighbor pointed me to the NYC Dept. of Health and Mental Hygiene (listed above). It took a little bit to find them, because there has a been an address change from what is posted on the Soy Luck Club website (it is no longer 115 Greenwich, it is now 1 Jane Street) and the company is listed as the Yos Corp (Yos= Soy spelled backwards). It made my skin crawl. It is no wonder I got sick after reading violations 4/5/6 and 8. EKK! 167.153.150.32/RI/web/detail.do?method=history&restaurantId=41406332
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amyrosemarsh
July 04, 2009
If I could give this place 10 stars, I would! The food's awesome, the look is hip and happening and the service is consistently wonderful and smiley! I don't know what "wvWriter"'s problem is, but Soy's staff is always lovely and kind; I've never met a more friendly, knowledgeable collage of characters in my life! I have special, semi-demanding dietary needs, and Kristian has always been there to help me. Garrett, who's adorable, went as far to suggest my new favorite drink--the mate latte!! I take care of 2 young children who can be a handful, and Howard has always been incredibly kind to them--He's a dear! It baffles me that wvWriter has issues with the staff's "hygiene"--these men are some of the cleaniest men I've seen (trust me, ladies!). If the bitter wvWriter has such personal and mean complaints about the staff of soy--maybe the store is better off without him (quite frankly, he/she is probably a pain in the butt to serve...) I LOVE THIS PLACE! Everyone go there and get a soyafrost--props to the owner and all who make the experience delicious!
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Know Before You Go:
Tea traditionalists may prefer Tea and Sympathy, across the street.
The Extras:
Wireless Internet access is free, but if you intend to use it for more than an hour, there's a $10 minimum purchase.
