Just Salad Introduce
In a city that runs on speed, New Yorkers often find themselves choosing between quick convenience and mindful, healthy eating. Just Salad addresses this challenge head-on, establishing itself as a premier destination for Health food restaurant and quick service dining in the heart of Manhattan. This location, situated on the Upper East Side, functions as a modern Salad shop, a comprehensive Vegan restaurant, and a reliable Vegetarian restaurant all in one.
The core philosophy of Just Salad is built around providing accessible, fresh, and customizable meals. While they offer protein-rich options featuring chicken in classic choices like the Balsamic Chicken Avocado ($15.90) and Chicken Caesar ($14.50), the menu is an absolute haven for plant-based diets. With dedicated, high-quality Vegan options clearly featured, and a comprehensive Build Your Own system, every customer has the power to craft a meal that perfectly fits their dietary needs and taste preferences. The atmosphere is notably Casual and Trendy, making it a comfortable spot for a brief stop, and the service is known to be exceptionally Fast—a key necessity for any successful New York eatery.
The Just Salad location serving the Upper East Side community is conveniently found at 1471 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10028. Positioned centrally in one of the most vibrant residential areas of Manhattan, this spot is easily reachable for local residents, workers, and students attending nearby institutions. The address puts it near excellent transit connections, streamlining the process of picking up a Quick bite during a busy day.
In line with providing accessible dining, Just Salad offers thoughtful amenities to ensure ease of entry for all patrons. The location features a Wheelchair accessible entrance and a Wheelchair accessible restroom, demonstrating a commitment to serving the entire community without barriers. Whether you are grabbing a quick meal solo during lunch or meeting a group for dinner, the location on 3rd Avenue is designed for practical, seamless access.
Just Salad is designed for modern life in New York City, offering versatile service options that cater to every type of schedule and preference for convenience and speed.
- Dine-in: The venue offers comfortable Seating and a Counter service model, perfect for a speedy meal indoors in their casual and trendy atmosphere.
- Takeout: For those on the move, Takeout service is a key part of their fast operation, allowing customers to quickly grab their custom or pre-designed meals.
- Delivery and No-Contact Delivery: Recognizing the city's reliance on home delivery, they offer reliable Delivery services, including a No-contact delivery option for maximum safety and convenience.
- Outdoor Seating: The restaurant provides Outdoor seating for enjoying a fresh meal or smoothie when the weather is pleasant.
- Dining Times: Just Salad covers all meal periods, offering delicious, healthy options for Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, and Dinner.
The menu at Just Salad is an inventive blend of fresh ingredients, seasonal flavors, and a strong focus on Vegan options and Vegetarian options. It's specifically tailored to provide Healthy options and includes certified Organic dishes.
- Vegan and Vegetarian Staples: Standout plant-based items include the Earth Bowl ($14.00), which features Arugula + Kale, Regenerative Organic Quinoa, and Violife® Vegan Feta, and the protein-packed Plant Power ($13.00) with chickpeas, edamame, and hemp hearts. For wraps, the Vegan Chipotle Wrap ($14.99) with a plant-based protein ensures a hearty, flavorful meal.
- Build Your Own Experience: The ultimate feature is the ability to Build Your Own Salad ($11.90), Build Your Own Wrap ($11.49), or Build Your Own Warm Bowl ($14.49). This allows for total control over ingredients, ensuring even those with the strictest dietary needs can find a satisfying meal.
- Warm and Iconic Bowls: Beyond salads, the menu includes satisfying Warm Bowls like the Edamame Crunch ($15.49) with organic sesame tofu, and iconic, globally inspired salads like the Tokyo Supergreens, Tofu ($15.50).
- Plant-Based Smoothies: The Plant Based Smoothies are a healthy indulgence, with options like the Acai Protein Punch ($8.99) and PB Protein ($6.99) offering delicious, nutrient-dense drinks.
- Seasonal and Signature Items: The menu rotates to include seasonal choices, such as the Fall Seasonal Menu which may feature items like Pumpkin Bisque soups and the Buffalo Cauliflower ($14.00) salad, providing variety and freshness.
- Amenities and Crowd: The restaurant is family-friendly, Good for kids, and highly inclusive, serving as an LGBTQ+ friendly and Transgender safespace, welcoming Groups and Solo dining.
For orders, inquiries, or to check on the availability of daily specials, you can contact the Just Salad Upper East Side location below:
Address: 1471 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10028
Phone: (866) 673-3757
For a New Yorker, Just Salad on the Upper East Side is an essential resource for a quick, affordable, and health-conscious meal, perfectly positioned as the go-to Salad bar when speed and customization are paramount. The main draw is the incredible versatility and control offered by the Build Your Own system. This empowers the customer to be the architect of their meal, making it an ideal choice for anyone with specific health goals, allergies, or unique preferences—a level of personal customization that is often hard to find in fast-casual dining.
Beyond customization, the dedication to Vegan options and Vegetarian options makes it a welcoming and simple choice for those adhering to a plant-based diet. Unlike many restaurants where the vegan selection is an afterthought, at Just Salad, options like the Earth Bowl and the Tokyo Supergreens with Tofu are featured as main attractions. The inclusion of Organic dishes further emphasizes their commitment to quality ingredients, a factor highly valued by the health-savvy New York crowd.
While customer feedback in the fast-paced environment of NYC can sometimes point to occasional service issues common in high-volume establishments, the overall value proposition of Just Salad remains exceptionally strong. It is Popular for Lunch, Dinner, and Solo dining precisely because it delivers on its promise: Fast service and a wide array of Healthy options in a Casual, Trendy environment. For the person needing a fresh, filling, and fast meal—whether a healthy classic or a completely personalized creation—Just Salad is an indispensable stop on the Upper East Side. It is a place where eating well is made easy, fast, and accessible every day of the week.
Just Salad Food & drink
Soups
- Large Pumpkin Bisque $7.69
- Small Pumpkin Bisque $4.49
- Small Chicken Noodle Soup $4.49
- Large Chicken Noodle Soup $7.69
Snacks
- Pretzelized Snacks $2.49
- Andy's Amazing Chocolate Chunk Cookie $1.50
- Miss Vickies Chips $1.99
- Skinny Dipped Almonds $2.99
Always starting with real crunchy nuts (almonds), these snacks use only real ingredients with no artificial colors, flavors or sweetners and no sugar alternatives pictured: dark chocolate cocoa
Classic Salads
- Balsamic Chicken Avocado $15.90
Extra Crisp Romaine, Oven Roasted Chicken, Hass Avocado, Cage-Free Jammy Egg*, Sliced Grape Tomatoes, Roasted Corn , Balsamic Vinaigrette (Homemade)
- Buffalo Chicken $15.50
Extra Crisp Romaine + Shredded Cabbage, Braised Chicken, Tillamook® White Cheddar, Crispy Onions, Sliced Cucumbers, Sliced Carrots, Spicy Buffalo Ranch (Homemade)
- Chicken Caesar $14.50
Extra Crisp Romaine + Shredded Kale, Oven Roasted Chicken, Shaved Parmesan, Garlic Butter Croutons, Creamy Caesar (Homemade) + Fresh Lemon
Plant Based Smoothies
- Acai Protein Punch $8.99
Oat Milk, Vegan Protein, Açaí, Almond Butter, Banana, Blueberries, Organic Agave Nectar
- PB Protein $6.99
Oat Milk, Baby Spinach, Banana, Bob's Red Mill Hemp Hearts, PB2 Powdered Peanut Butter, Unsalted Pumpkin Seeds, Organic Agave Nectar
- Strawberry Banana $6.99
Oat Milk, Banana, Strawberries, Flax Seeds, Organic Agave Nectar
- Pineapple Paradise $6.99
Oat Milk, Banana, Baby Spinach, Pineapple
Fall Seasonal Menu
- Orchard Bowl $15.49
Arugula, Regenerative Organic Quinoa, Oven Roasted Chicken, Mike's Hot Honey® Goat Cheese, Sliced Apples, Roasted Beets, Chopped Almonds, Balsamic Vinaigrette (Homemade)
- Buffalo Cauliflower $14.00
Extra Crisp Romaine, Shredded Kale + Shredded Cabbage, Grillo's Pickles®, Sliced Carrots, Hass Avocado, Tillamook® White Cheddar, Buffalo Cauliflower, Buttermilk Ranch (Homemade)
- Autumn Caesar $14.50
Extra Crisp Romaine, Oven Roasted Chicken, Shaved Parmesan, Sliced Apples, Dried Cranberries, Garlic Butter Croutons, Creamy Caesar (Homemade)
- Honey Adobo Chicken Market Plate $15.49
Lundberg Basmati Rice, Honey Adobo Chicken, Pickled Red Cabbage, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Street Corn Salsa (Corn, Red Onion, Cilantro, Cotija, Fresh Lime and Tajin), Cilantro, Chipotle Vinaigrette (Homemade) + Mike's Hot Honey®
Warm Bowls
- Edamame Crunch $15.49
Organic Sesame Tofu, Warm Brown Rice, Arugula + Shredded Cabbage, Roasted Balsamic Mushrooms, Roasted Cauliflower, Edamame, Chopped Almonds, Crispy Onions, Thai Peanut
- Cilantro Lime Chicken $15.49
Lundberg Basmati Rice + Shredded Kale, Roasted Corn, Crumbled Feta, Braised Chicken, Spicy Harissa Pita, Overnight Pickled Onions, Black Lentils, Hass Avocado, Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette (Homemade)
- Hot Honey Harvest $15.49
Braised Chicken, Arugula, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Mike's Hot Honey® Goat Cheese, Roasted Mushrooms, Balsamic Vinaigrette (Homemade) + Fresh Lemon
Iconic Salads
- Tokyo Supergreens, Tofu $15.50
Supergreens Blend, Organic Sesame Tofu, Sliced Carrots, Edamame, Hass Avocado, Shaved Broccoli, Chopped Almonds, Japanese Furikake Shake, Miso Ginger Vinaigrette (Homemade)
- Thai Chicken Crunch $15.50
Extra Crisp Romaine + Shredded Cabbage, Oven Roasted Chicken, Sliced Carrots, Sliced Cucumbers, Fresh Cilantro, Crispy Wonton Strips, Spicy Thai Peanut + Fresh Lime
- Crispy Chicken Poblano $15.50
Extra Crisp Romaine + Shredded Kale, Crispy Chicken, Grated Cotija, Hass Avocado, Roasted Corn, Overnight Pickled Onions, Crunchy Tortillas, Smoky Poblano Ranch (Homemade) + Fresh Lime
- Tokyo Supergreens, Chicken $15.50
Supergreens Blend, Oven Roasted Chicken, Sliced Carrots, Edamame, Hass Avocado, Shaved Broccoli, Chopped Almonds, Japanese Furikake Shake, Miso Ginger Vinaigrette (Homemade)
Wraps
- Spicy Chicken Caesar Wrap $14.99
Extra Crisp Romaine, Oven Roasted Chicken, Shaved Parmesan, Garlic Butter Croutons, Smoky Poblano Ranch (Homemade)
- Honey Crispy Chicken Wrap $14.99
Extra Crisp Romaine, Spinach + Shredded Cabbage, Crispy Chicken, Crumbled Feta, Regenerative Organic Quinoa, Roasted Corn, Crispy Onions, Sliced Carrots, Honey Mustard Vinaigrette (Homemade)
- Buffalo Chicken Wrap $14.99
Romaine + Shredded Cabbage, Braised Chicken Thigh, Tillamook® White Cheddar, Crispy Onions, Sliced Carrots, Spicy Buffalo Ranch (Homemade)
- Vegan Chipotle Wrap $14.99
Hero Wrap (2g Net Carbs), Regenerative Brown Rice, Shredded Kale, Beyond Chicken® (Plant-Based), Hass Avocado, Crispy Onions, Sliced Carrots, Chipotle Vinaigrette (Homemade)
Build Your Own
- Build Your Own Wrap $11.49
Choice of Greens + Four Toppings + Homemade Dressing
- Build Your Own Warm Bowl $14.49
Choice of 1 warm base, 3 warm sides or veggies + 1 protein
- Build Your Own Salad $11.90
Choice of Greens + Four Essentials + Bread + Homemade Dressing
Beverages
- Open Water $2.69
- Poppi $2.99
- La Croix $2.29
Grapefruit, pure/plain, mango, peach pear
- Soft Drinks $2.29
Market Plates
- Chicken + Tzatziki Harvest Market Plate $15.49
Lundberg Basmati Rice, Black Lentils, Braised Chicken + Parsley, Pickled Red Cabbage, Kale Chickpea + Seed Salad, Greek Medley (Red Onion, Cucumber + Chickpeas), Cucumber Tzatziki (Homemade)
- Peruvian Chicken Market Plate $15.49
Lundberg Basmati Rice, Black Lentils, Braised Chicken, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Grated Cotija, Roasted Corn, Overnight Pickled Onions, Avocado Mash, Furikake Shake, Green Aji Sauce (Homemade)
- Chicken Fajita Market Plate $15.49
Lundberg Basmati Rice, Black Lentils, Braised Chicken + Cilantro, Fajitas + Corn, Pico de Gallo, Avocado Mash, Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette (Homemade)
Earth-Friendly Salads
- Earth Bowl W/ Roasted Chicken $15.50
Arugula + Shredded Kale, Oven Roasted Chicken, Regenerative Organic Quinoa, Violife® Vegan Feta, Roasted Beets, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Sliced Apples, Chopped Almonds, Balsamic Vinaigrette (Homemade)
- Southwest Crunch $15.50
Extra Crisp Romaine, Beyond Chicken (100% Plant-Based), Homemade Pico de Gallo, Hass Avocado, Crunchy Tortilla, Chipotle Vinaigrette (Homemade)
- Earth Bowl $14.00
Arugula + Shredded Kale, Regenerative Organic Quinoa, Violife® Creamy Vegan Feta, Hand-Cut Beets, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Sliced Apples, Chopped Almonds (Balsamic Vinaigrette) Homemade
- Mezze Crunch $14.00
Extra Crisp Romaine, Shredded Kale + Shredded Cabbage, Crumbled Feta, Hemp Hearts, Regenerative Organic Chickpeas, Sliced Grape Tomatoes, Sliced Cucumbers, Sliced Pepperoncini, Spicy Harissa Pita, Cucumber Tzatziki (Homemade) + Fresh Lemon
- Plant Power $13.00
Extra Crisp Romaine + Shredded Kale, House-Cooked Chickpeas, Edamame, Hand-Cut Beets, Overnight Pickled Onions, Tajin® Spiced Pumpkin Seeds, Red Mill® Hemp Hearts, Honey Mustard Vinaigrette (Homemade) 120 Cal
Just Salad Details
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Offerings
- Healthy options
- Organic dishes
- Quick bite
- Salad bar
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Seating
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
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★ 5★ 4★ 3★ 2★ 1I ordered a Caesar salad with chicken and an egg. I ordered my salad for takeout and left the store. When I got to work, I was eating my salad until I realized there was a roach or some kind of other insect in my salad, close to the bottom. I do not live in Manhattan, and I am only here every so often. I had the option of chopt, and sweetgreen and decided to go with just salad. I am completely disgusted, feel nauseous and lost my appetite. I received a refund but being that the company makes millions of dollars, the appropriate action in my opinion was to also offer a voucher for another time. That was not offered to me. I will not be returning to this location. I am completely disappointed. The cashier was friendly and helpful, but again… no thank you.
May 06 · Morgaine FlaniganPales in comparison to sweetgreen on all retrospects. Salad tasted like it was from the hospital, or one of those pre-made ones at target. Nothing tasted fresh and all their dressings are extremely sour. There is no flavor cohesion. I am not picky at all but this is like the worst salad I’ve ever had in my entire life
May 11 · Sterling HitchcockJanay and Michelle are helpfulSmoothies are very reasonable l!Crispy chicken poblano is really good!Glad it has a bathroom unlike some just salad locationsApril 2025 updateKudos to Justin the manager abd Janyinel on keeping this place run efficiently
July 26 · NYC GuideRecently, I stopped into Just Salad, on the UES. A young man named Ishmael served me, and made me an amazing “earth bowl” with chicken in it. It was so incredibly good. Thank you, Ishmael! : ) And he was so kind and welcoming! I told him that I would have a few bites, and then “take it to go.” But it was such an amazing salad that I must have sat there for (at least) half an hour chowing down!! Once I had had a bite, I couldn’t stop. (I know, that sounds like a big bag of chips. I assure you that, yes, it was actually a big salad! LOL) This was my first time eating in a Just Salad establishment, and it was a wonderful experience. The atmosphere is friendly, the physical appearance is pleasant as well as clean and the food definitely rocks. I would love to return! My Best, Kat
January 28 · Katherine Katsanis-SemelI love the salads and the staff here are literally the best!!!! I go here all the time and it’s consistently great 😊
August 11 · Alexandra Cirone
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