jay kitchen: a vegan popup restaurant by jay astafa

jay kitchen

jay kitchen is a vegan fine dining restaurant concept by Chef Jay Astafa. Jay is debuting his concept as a 2 day popup restaurant on April 25th and 26th at 7:00 at The Old Bowery Station on 168 Bowery.

Jay Astafa is the vegan chef of 3 Brothers Pizza Cafe in Farmingdale, NY. Jay has been vegan for over 5 years, and it has inspired him to become a vegan chef. He is now working on creating a vegan fine dining restaurant in the restaurant capital of the world. His popup restaurant is a preview of what's to come to New York's dining scene.

Jay Astafa is featuring an 8 course tasting menu with complimentary wines. The menu is inspired by spring, fun, and modern techique. The tasting menu highlights organic spring vegetables and gives them a chance to take center stage. jay kitchen is all about creating a fun memorable gourmet experience for guests!

the 8 course tasting menu.

king oyster mushroom scallop

aged balsamic caviar and green pea puree

spring crostini duo

ramps & cashew chèvre `

sorrel-mint pesto, pea tendrils, green peas, cashew parmesan

chilled potato and leek soup

chive olive oil foam

ravioli with asparagus and ricotta

house made cashew cream butter, cashew parmesan

*GF option spaghetti with asparagus and ricotta

smoked cauliflower steak

sunchoke puree, morels, fava beans, snap peas,

green garlic, truffle vinaigrette, shaved black summer truffles

housemade cheese plate

aged cashew cheese and brie, strawberry-rhubarb compote,

orange scented vegan honey, rosemary-almond crackers

"dragon breath" caramel popcorn

a fun suprise

grand marnier infused chocolate tart

pistachio gelato, raspberry coulis, pistachio tuile,

raspberry pop candy, fleur de sel salted caramel powder

8 course tasting menu with

complimentary wines & beverages

95.

gratuity not included

*gluten free tasting menu is available upon request on eventbrite

tasting menu is subject to change

ingredients are organic when possible

For the complimentary wines we are featuring wines made by The Vegan Vine.

There are 3 dining areas where you can choose to sit.

chef's counter- 6 seats

open kitchen view- 24 seats communal (3 tables of 8)

bowery side- 56 seats- seating is a mix of 4 communal white table cloth tables for 8 and 9 tables for 2.

If you have a party who wants to sit together,

please email to reserve your table at jaykitchenNYC@gmail.com

Get ready for an unforgettable vegan dining experience!

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executive chef Jay Astafa

pastry chef Dani McGrath

For any questions, you can ask us on facebook or email us at jaykitchenNYC@gmail.com.