Biodegradable corn-starch utensils, bike-powered smoothie station, composting lessons, and solar power all make this Latin eatery an all-around green choice.

You order inside the restaurant, are handed a receipt, which you then hand to the guys in the food truck outside. The truck is so elevated, and I am short (5’3!), that I could barely reach the counter. It’s kind of a strange system. My steak quesadilla may have been haphazardly assembled, but the large, brightly colored outdoor garden alone made the trip worth it.

Created by the folks at tasty City Bakery, Birdbath boasts walls made of wheat, reclaimed wood floors, wind power, only local, organic ingredients, and all baked goods made in the East Village location are transported by rickshaw to this West Village location.

The cookies I tasted here were a little too greasy, but maybe that is overcompensation for the fact that they are vegan. They have adorable little cut-out cookies in the shape of footprints, which are aptly called “carbon footprints.” But, the best perk of visiting Birdbath is the 25% discount for bikers, like myself! And then you can bike off the calories on your way home. Win-win!

Rice is well-known for its curries, kabobs, and jerk chicken wings, but did you know that they will fill up your biodiesel car with leftover vegetable oil for free? Their delivery truck is outfitted for the “fuel”, but owner David Selig decided to extend the service to anyone interested. Just give him a call at 718-222-9880 and reserve a time slot.

Last summer, my tree-hugging, vegetarian boyfriend bought these $129 swim trunks, made out of organic cotton with cutesy little birds flying up one side. I fully supported this decision. Isn’t it great what you can justify for the sake of the environment?!?

Organic Avenue carries clothing, housewares, food, pharmaceutical products, and books, all of which cater to the organic, socially-conscious being inside of you. There is also an extensive series of events, including detox lessons and holistic healing.