i like this place a lot! artsy, fun, makes you feel inspired and intimated all at the same time -- if you want to experience all of this go ahead and stop in. broccoli melt sandwich was incredible, the black rice bowl wasn't what my friend expected but she still liked it - not sure if i'd get potato wedges again (just a little boring) but will be back to try more of the menu read more

Dimes - Broccoli Melt Togarashi Potato Wedges Black Rice - New American Near Me - New York, New York

They have style. I'll give them that. From the decor to the dishes to the tea infuser, everything about this place is cute x chic. The food was not particularly flavorful, but it was healthy and fresh. I ordered the earth tacos. I liked that the portion wasn't too large. Just two tacos with a little slaw was the perfect amount for a light lunch. My friend and I also ordered the rooibos chai and sencha teas, which we enjoyed. The service was mixed. We came at the end of lunch, and while our server was super nice about fitting in our order before the kitchen closed, the other server was clearly stressed. She came around and pressed for our order (not realizing our own server had nicely said we could take a minute), and was unhappy that we were taking too long to sign the check (even though we had already signed it and she just hadn't noticed). I get that everyone gets stressed (and she said the kitchen was pressuring her), but the way she showed it just seemed unnecessary. Our own server was so much nicer about everything, and I wish we'd only dealt with our server, so I could make this a 4-star review. I still would come back if I were in the area. Nothing about the experience was bad. It just didn't live up to the hype around this place. read more

Dimes - Earth tacos and rooibos chai & sencha teas - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Great food, the salad was a 10/10. Carob açaí bowl was another hit 8/10. We also had some matcha lattes that were amazing. Didn't love the tacos but overall very good brunch. read more

Dimes - Chayote salad with chicken, tacos, and carob açaí bowl - New American Near Me - New York, New York

No idea why there are so many poor reviews for Dimes. We had a couple of guys in our group who were skeptical about Dimes at first - but by the end they were fans. The food was delicious, healthy and inexpensive (for a NYC brunch). What more could you ask for? It's a tiny shop in the middle of Chinatown, and we had a 10-20 min wait when we came Saturday around 1 pm. They're pretty flexible with substituting things in your dish if you have any dietary restrictions (ie no carbs). We got: Quinoa Bowl - This was probably the best thing we got. I didn't eat this but my friend really enjoyed this dish and it looked delicious. I had a lot of order envy. Also the beet vinaigrette was very unique and delicious. Fall Hash - The Brussels sprouts were delicious (cooked well without being greasy) and the black rice was a nice complement. The fried egg on top was perfect. The only reason I wish I had gotten the quinoa bowl instead was because there was really only one flavor in the bowl (that of the spicy sauce) and I wished there was more diversity (as there was in the quinoa bowl). read more

Dimes - Fall Hash - New American Near Me - New York, New York

3.5 stars (extra .5 for the wonderfully healthy menu). I had my reservations about coming here for dinner (no pun intended - but really, they don't even take reservations). It was just okay. Underwhelming. I've known about Dimes for a while and have only heard it mentioned/pictured/raved about as a breakfast/brunch spot. This should absolutely be on your list if you're looking for a clean, healthy meal - regardless of the time of day. Dimes has that down and they do it pretty well. I just didn't leave completely satisfied. Came here on a Saturday night around 8pm and ran into a wait of about 20 minutes (ended up being more like 10-15). As others have mentioned, the space is tiny and very niche. A few booths, some awkwardly-organized tables, and a small bar. There's definitely a bit of a hipster vibe here, but it didn't feel at all aggressive to me. Trust me, if something seemed too "cool" or "alternative", I'd be the first to call it out because I'm simply not either of those things. Maybe it's because I'm a white girl who loves kale and quinoa and sweet potatoes and spinach and goji berries and #basicfood, but regardless I didn't feel too mainstream to eat here, as others have alluded to. We decided to get a couple of cocktails to start. I suppose it just seems natural for me to get a drink with dinner, but if I could go back in time I'd definitely pass on alcohol here. We both got the gin spritzer (can't remember the actual name of the drink) and it was forgettable at best. You don't want a $12 drink to be forgettable, especially when you're already surrounded by plenty of battle-tested cocktail spots. So if you want a drink here, maybe stick with wine. For food, we started with the Stuffed Dates ($5 - couscous/apricot/herbs/scallion). Hands down the healthiest stuffed date preparation I've ever had. These were really yummy (see accompanying food porn picture) and I'd definitely recommend if you're looking for a small bite before your meal. Speaking of ordering food in addition to your entree... ...the portions here were pretty small. We ordered: -Spiced Quinoa ($14 - chickpeas, broccolini, kale, pickled mushroom, beet) This dish is just one big pile of superfoods. Pretty much my ideal meal, if I'm in fitness mode. The quinoa sits as the centerpiece with the various sides surrounding it. If I'm being completely honest, the dish lacked flavor. It was perfectly fine, just didn't have any sort of oomph to hang my hat (and my dime - GET IT??) on. That said, this dish is pretty much exactly what I'd serve myself if I had access to a health food buffet. Tons of nutrients and a good variety of ingredients. It's also very well-priced if you're on a budget. Definitely make use of the sauce that's served on the side - mixing it in sooner might've made for a more memorable dish! -Striped Bass ($19 - green curry, salmon roe, baby corn, patty pan squash) I didn't end up trying the bass, but for 19 bucks (I realize bass is usually more expensive than this, but still), the amount of food was really disappointing. My friend was still hungry after cleaning his plate and ended up picking at my chickpeas (I promise that's not an innuendo) after I finished eating. Again, he had no real problem with it, but you never want to leave your patrons hungry after an entree. I will say that the service here was great. Our food came out a bit too slowly for our liking, but the folks who took care of us on Saturday were incredibly friendly and hospitable overall. I was waiting for the bathroom at one point and the hostess approached me to ask how everything went. She had also offered to put in our drink order while we waited by the door for a table to open up. Just like to give shout outs where I can! read more

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I wouldn't recommend this to my enemy. This nouveau millennial bourgeoisie hotbed is a place of delusion and despair. The food was terrible and served cold. The service team treats you like you're their buddy and I'm not comfortable with people getting so comfortable that fast. Like let me eat my already evil food. I would give 0 stars if I knew how. read more

LLES is such a remarkable area and they are one of pioneer! Great foods and hipster clouds who is Californian flavor. So comfy n laid back ! I feel I would like to have breakfast here every day and can turn to vegan !!! Most of dish is about $10 or less $20 read more

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I came here on a crowded Sunday morning and had to wait about 40 minutes. The place itself isn't too large so plan on there being a wait on the weekends. I did however appreciate the pink décor of the restaurant. I ordered the Berry Acai Bowl for $9 and was slightly disappointed. Being a California native sets a high standard for any other acai bowls I try. This bowl was pretty small and not filling compared to the bowls I could get back at home. The acai had a liquid consistency, and I prefer a thicker acai blend. The seeds that were sprinkled on top also didn't particularly suit my taste and didn't complement the acai bowl in my opinion. For the steep price of $9, I did not think it was worth the price at all. I might come back to try the salty egg options as they looked more filling and tasty then the disappointing acai bowl I did have. read more

Dimes - ig @fatamyeats: Berry Acai Bowl ($9) - New American Near Me - New York, New York

You know that whole all-day cafe trend with grain bowls, and Ettore Sottsass-esque furniture, and bone broth, and beautiful people having heart-to-hearts at 3 pm on a weekday about how they want to move to LA? Dimes started that whole thing. And as the acai bowl, blond-wood movement has spread across the city, Dimes has grown with it, with a to-go space, cosmetics line, and bigger restaurant. I'd been reasonably pleased with Dimes when I visited a year or so ago with my parents-- solid healthy food, spacey staff, and an artsy but parent-friendly crowd. After a lovely class at Sky Ting a couple blocks away, I decided to revisit for a late lunch on Sunday. At 3 pm, it was half full, and I was able to take a table by my lonesome. The space is still cute and quirky, with the sloped ceiling and brightly-colored table edges, but it could use a little TLC. It's a lively atmosphere at most any time of day. The bathroom is super cool and they have great smelling candles available for sale. Stutter #1: I didn't get a menu. I sat there for 5 minutes. I made dramatic eye contact with a waitress, who obliviously smiled back. I had to wave her over and ask for a menu, though she was appropriately apologetic. The menu has some tough choices, partially because everything sounds good and partially because there are a lot of dish overlaps. If you want eggs and avocado, or kale and black rice, you'll face a plethora of options. It's ridiculous (in a good way) how many vegan options they have. They do also have some not-so-healthy options like pork soba and bacon. I went with the power bowl ($13) with black rice, black beans, kale, salsa, orange, and avocado. It came out reasonably quickly (10-15 minutes), but unfortunately it was a soup and not a bowl. The black beans were in a semi-refried, liquidy form, which wouldn't have been a problem except that they was an equivalent amount of green salsa. It makes for a pretty presentation, but it completely overwhelmed the rest of the contents of the bowl. Everything else tasted fresh but not out of the ordinary. The hot sauce had good flavor but there was just so much of it that it's all I could taste (and the spice factor wasn't negligible). It was a big portion, and filled me up through the rest of the night, but I would prefer to eat my meal, not drink it. Stutter #2: My waitress took my finished plate, asked me if I wanted anything else (no, thanks!), and glided off. And then I sat there, for 10 minutes. I wasn't in a rush, but I kept looking around for my waitress, who was just kind of hanging out. Again, made theatrically confused eye contact and she just smiles back at me, which I initially took as her realizing she forgot the check. But another 5 minutes passed and I had to wave her over... and she seemed surprised that I was asking for the check. Girl what? Dimes gets a lot of complaints about service for staff being insidery and cold to "nobodies", but I didn't really get that feeling. There were groups there that clearly knew the staff and they were chatty with each other, but that wasn't my problem-- staff was just weirdly incompetent. My quick stop for lunch turned into an hour visit for no real reason. Maybe I'm being overly sensitive (if I were dining with others, it wouldn't be as noticeable), but seems like some basic stuff. I've had good food here before, so I'm not crossing it off my list, but just found my experience to be off-putting. read more

I would come to this cafe every day if I could. The food is so healthy and creative! I came for lunch on a weekday and it was pretty packed. Luckily, we were able to get a table for 2 without waiting though. I was so happy they were still serving breakfast during lunch time! We ordered a little too much food (but happily so): Matcha Buttermilk Pancakes, Breakfast Sandwich, and the Veggie Burger. The Matcha Buttermilk Pancakes were the perfect balance between fluffy and dense. They weren't too sweet because of the matcha. The granola crunchies and blueberry compote made it even better! Very pretty too, with flowers on top. The Breakfast Sandwich is a classic with a kick from the jalapeños and hot sauce. If you're looking for a spin on a typical breakfast item, order this. The Veggie Burger was one of the best I've ever had! The patty seemed to be made from some combination of chickpeas and beans - it was seasoned perfectly! The sweet potato fries were only okay, but this is offset by the bomb burger! The food came relatively fast, so you could stop by here if you had a 45-60 min block of time for lunch. I will definitely be coming again to try everything else on the menu. read more

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Cute little spot, perhaps overhyped? I'm actually not sure what the hype is but had a great breakfast meeting here nonetheless. Service was great and enjoyed the vibrantly colored tables. read more

Dimes - eggs with toast and garden salad with a side of bacon - New American Near Me - New York, New York

That place was over hyped online BUT the food was creative and good. Good to check out once or twice. read more

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The foods were burnt. A small place with crowded seating setup and bathroom was dirty. The two stars are for the friendly staff

I have been wanting to come here since, we moved into the neighborhood. I am a complete sucker for local, artisinal foods that are simple and delicious. This type of food is being categorized as Californian. It's salads and health conscious. There's drinks with bee pollen and even homemade almond milk. They focus on three of my favorite words when it comes to food, SEASONAL, LOCAL and ORGANIC. And maybe that labels me as a NW nerd or a west coast elitist but hey what's so bad about caring about your environment and your body. They use New York established coffee company Cafe Integral. The company focuses on Nicaraguan coffee and roast the beans in small batches in Upper West Side. I ordered the two eggs any style. I like my eggs over medium. It came with a peppery, green salad, roasted baby tomatoes cut into halves and one piece of 7 grain toast. I of course had to pay extra and get the side of avocado. The meal comes with juice of the day, coffee or tea. I went for the juice that was a mixture of pineapple, carrot and lemon. The mixture was reminiscent of grapefruit. The meal was $12 and then the $2.50 for a side of avocado and additional coffee for $2.75. So it adds up after tax and tip. The eggs were absolutely incredible. The yolks were rich and delicious. I love mixing them with a bit of the greens. the roasted, juicy tomatoes and the avocados and a squeeze of the hot sauce. Oh yeah...the hot sauce. I gave it a try and found it absolutely delectable. At one point it got stuck. And I squeezed extra hard. And yes it exploded and I looked like Stephen King's Carrie. Not good. Not good at all. I might have even ruined the rest of the bars experience. It went everywhere. Kind of a nightmare. Tip: if hot sauce gets stuck don't squeeze too hard. The big thumbs down is there is always a wait. They don't take phone numbers. The counter is considered part of the wait list. The volume is insane. You will not be having a great conversation here. There are a lot of people, from hip kids to parents to bridge and tunnel. It's crowded and that is just something I am not up for some days. read more

Dimes - Before I exploded hot sauce all over me - New American Near Me - New York, New York

After hearing many people rave about this restaurant, I was excited to finally try Dimes for dinner one night. I expected a long wait, but for two on a Friday we didn't have to wait longer than 15 minutes. The actual restaurant is small, a bit crowded,and uncomfortable. And as you've seen from many previous reviews the service is a bit slow. Despite these negatives, I have nothing bad to say about my dish. I ordered the "big salad" which had squash, grapes, pomegranate seeds and a delicious dressing. The salad was fresh, filling and tasty. My friend ordered the Caesar salad, which wasn't so good. Although not a traditional Caesar, the dressing was bland and the ingredients a bit disappointing in variety. While Dimes did not blow my expectations away, I plan to go back to try the other menu items like the tuna nori roll and pittaya bowl. If they are anywhere as good as my salad, I can overlook the slow service and not so comfy dining room. read more

Dimes - Big salad - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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The quality of the food at this place was underwhelming. My partner and I were surprised that this restaurant didn't carry sugar or any sweeteners for coffees. Upon asking we were given attitude and were offered honey instead. The same goes with salt for savory foods. The service left much to be desired, as the staff seemed to be bothered by our simple requests. Also, upon paying the server (who also dabbled as the bartender) threw my partner's card on the table and left. Needless to say we left disappointed and a little violated to be quite honest. read more

This place gets three stars only because the sea bream was delicious and bursting with unique and wonderful flavors. Everything else, not so much. This is a very hipster small restaurant. Our waitress was 100% drunk. I personally saw her chugging 3 glasses of beer behind the bar. It definitely affected her quality of service. She would stutter and have moments of awkward silence. She also yelled something to our table across two other tables, which I found very unprofessional. I also ordered the cornbread which tasted disgusting. Even though my dinner entree was good, given everything else, it's a hard pass from me for a revisit. read more

Dimes - Sea bream - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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I wanted to love this place - it's a cute vibe and feels hipster but also like you're in a dollhouse. The service, though, was subpar. The food can also be summarized as "better on paper." The place is more of an Instagrammable spot than a place that focuses on quality dishes. read more

I have been here previously but on my most recent visit I feel that the food and the service is very much lacking. It is very hard to get the attention of a server who can take your order. I ordered a carob acai bowl that had lots of hard frozen chunks of ice, which was hard and tasteless, so I was very disappointed in my meal. My cappuccino was very burnt and even adding a few cubes of raw sugar did not make it palatable. My least favorite thing is that if you use a credit card you will incur an additional 2.5% charge on your bill. I did not realize this because I had given my card and asked for the check and then only after my card was processed and my bill was brought over did I notice that. I think it should be stated in bold on the menu that they would prefer cash payments or that an additional fee is incurred by using credit card, which is the most common type of payment nowadays. read more

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Tonight I had dinner at dimes work an old friend. I live and work in the neighborhood I got my plate delivered to me at the table and after having few bites I saw a rubber band.. I asked for the waitress and showed her the rubber band. Her response with full disrespect was her blaming me and telling me it was me since no one in the kitchen wears a rubber band. this was truly shocking. then another waiter came up and they were So aggressive. My brother in law stated speaking and they told him to go away. I have never experienc read more

Dumbest restaurant I've ever been to. If you have any common sense, do not come here. Our server and hostess were so inappropriate. One sat down at our table and told us "I'm tired". Like girl get up! The food was terrible. The "corn bread" was repulsive. Tasted like a loaf of dirt. (They get one star for taking it off our bill). When it was time to give us the check, she tossed it on the table and didn't say anything! Rude, entitled hipsters with no manners. What a joke! read more

Great breakfast spot! The place has plenty of charm and healthy breakfast options... and If you need something more hardy, order the side plate of bacon-- it's surprisingly large! I'd recommend the breakfast tacos and açaí bowl (pictured.). We were seated right away at 11 AM on a Sunday and the service was excellent. I'll definitely return. read more

Dimes - New American Near Me - New York, New York

One of my favorite places in two bridges. Alway such a great vibe here. Can't say enough about the quality of the food.

This place is retro and cozy. I would almost compare the decor as a dentist office in the 90's. It's funky but delicious. I ordered the pancakes per the server's suggestion and I loved it. -definitely not your run-of-the-mill pancakes. Strong flavor, but if I would definitely recommend. My friend got the açaí bowl, he loved it and wants to come back again soon, always a good sign. 4/5 read more

Dimes - New American Near Me - New York, New York

We went craving pancakes, it was the only place in the area open. I have to say, not only was this the rudest waitress ever, the pancakes were inedible. It's hard to image someone found a way to ruin pancakes this much. The atmosphere was intimidating and unfriendly. Cannot recommend any less. However, really good coffee. read more

Very solid healthy food place! I came here with a friend for dinner on a Friday, and they were able to accommodate us even though we were about 20-30 min late from our reservation. The place is very cute, decorated with colorful tables, and menus to match with horoscopes printed on the back. It's not vegan/vegetarian but definitely friendly to those diets, and I felt that the clientele definitely looked to match. I already forgot what dish I got (I think the menu may be seasonal) but I have a picture of it! Lots of veggies (fresh, pickled), black rice, and overall quite light in reasonable portions. My friend got the salmon, which looked great and also at a healthy portion. Also they had complimentary sparkling water, which suited us both very well as we had just come back from #abroad! My only complaints would be to add (more vigorous) AC, as it was boiling hot that day, and perhaps the prices were a tad high. But then again, it's NYC, and it was healthy fresh food that may have been organic. read more

Dimes - New American Near Me - New York, New York

I wouldn't recommend coming here. Nothing was downright bad, but nothing was good either. The overall vibe of the food was overly oily/dressed and bland. The Caesar salad specifically actually was pretty bad - soggy and the lettuce had that slimy mouthfeel of being old. The potato wedges were fine but it's not hard to make fries. The staff was fine but didn't feel welcoming and never checked on us. We had to flag someone for the check at one point. It basically felt like paying a premium for food I could make better at home. read more

The food here looks better than it tastes. The tables are bright and colorful and make a nice insta backdrop, but other than that, nothing particularly special about this place. I had a summer salad, which was pretty average, and I found it lacked dressing so it tasted kind of bland. The Iced Tea Latte with lavender and honey I ordered with my salad was not great because the lavender flavor was so strong, it overpowered everything else. I felt like I was drinking an air freshener tbh. Would maybe come back again to try the acai bowls, but most likely won't. Food: 3/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Value: 2/5 (pricey for what it is) Service: 4/5 read more

Dimes - New American Near Me - New York, New York

This place was delicious!! Perfect place for a brunch. Healthy, lovely tea, and unique food. Thanks for making my trip to NYC special Dimes!

played in my food. I did not enjoy Pozole was very salty I couldn't even finish it I had send it back to kitchen read more

Always love visiting Dimes for brunch. Very cute place with a decent amount of seating, though the place gets busy so there is often a wait. Seating is also mostly for groups of 2, so not ideal for larger groups in my opinion, unless you want to wait for one of the few larger tables. The food is delicious. I find it to be pretty well-priced, though the portions will probably not fill you up. I have had their acai bowl and matcha pancakes, and both are amazing. Definitely like to come here for a light brunch when I don't feel like going for heavy carbs. read more

Dimes - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Good breakfast/brunch food, but somewhat pricey -- not sure that it's a good value meal. A 3.5 star! I came here on to catch up with an old friend. RESTAURANT: The decor has a simple, aesthetic; a lot of smooth, organic shapes spruced up with pops of rich, contrasting color. It was a noticeably tight space -- one could say "nook like" -- and packed with narrow tables and chairs. SERVICE: Our service was normal. They were definitely busy, but all our needs were taken care of. FOOD: We ordered the Magic Toast ($8), the Dos Tacos ($9), and a side of avocado ($2.50). The *Magic Toast* was incredible. The creaminess of the goat cheese complemented the grape compote on top, and the toast was topped with a couple chunks of refreshingly juicy fruit. A bit sad that it was only one piece of toast for $8, but the interesting flavor combos made it worth it. I'm a huge fan of goat cheese in general, and I was still intrigued by the way it was used relative to the other flavors in this dish! *Dos Tacos* was underwhelming. The scrambled eggs inside were of a good creaminess, interjected by the juicy tomato and salsa. It was a bit bland, and I felt like a stereotypical breakfast taco or burrito. Like something I could make at home, but not in a good way. Two standard tacos for $9 did not feel like a good value. IN SUM: I'd def consider coming back here for more of their toast. Looking at other reviews, it seems that the Love Toast is also popular -- so it may be that Dimes does a good job on their sweet and fruity dishes, rather than their savory. read more

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We just wanted a quick simple lunch while we were in les, but we thought that they close for few hours after lunch- before starting dinner. My boyfriend wanted to buy new shoes first, so we went to Labor skate shop right across the street and the guys working there told us to go and give it a try. We got lucky and they were still seating people at 3pm. We had to wait for about 10 minutes until we got seated. The place is tiny looking with a small bar and empty walls. You definitely don't see a place like that very often and I personally liked it. The menu is small and simple, however you get a lot of options. We've tried the corn bread with lavender spread, which was dairy free! I enjoyed it, although it tasted nothing like a typical corn bread. I highly highly highly recommend the BLT sandwich. When I say it was the best BLT I've ever tried, it doesn't do the justice. It was just enough of everything. Enough bacon, enough mayo, enough veggies, and it comes with avocado! No extra $2 for a quarter of an avocado. It just really impressed me. It was hard to eat since the sandwich was big, so I recommend using fork and a knife. Served with a salad on a side. My boyfriend tried the steak with a salad and he really enjoyed it as well. All in all, we spent about $40 and had a really good time. Service was great and everyone was friendly. We'll sure be back for some drinks and acai bowls! read more

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I came here as I was in the area and had been wanting to check it out. It was packed when I arrived on a Saturday, so I sat at the very tiny bar while pursuing the menu. I got the earth tacos, and they were okay--nothing to write home about. The service at the bar was decent, but could have been better in my opinion. I don't know that I would come back here again, as nothing was memorable about my meal. read more

Surprisingly mediocre food here and extremely slow service, though in a cute place. I came here to meet friend for a Sunday brunch. I arrived around 11:30am and it already got very crowded. Food-wise, I got Soupy Salad and it was surprisingly weird and not delicious. I came here half a year ago and didn't remember the food to be that unpleasant. The soupy-salad is basically a miso soup with tons of scallion and mushroom and on top, there are 4 pieces of lettuce and a poached egg. It is EXTREMELY spicy with bird's eye chili and the experience of consuming that was unpleasant at all. Maybe I just ordered the wrong food... Besides mediocre food, the service was also super slow. We asked for check multiple times and it came after 10 min waiting. The place gets crowded easily and you don't have a lot of space to move around or stretch your arms so be prepared. Still, I think I will give this place another shot since I had positive experience before and believe that I just made the wrong food choice or came during an extremely busy time. It also seems that they change menu constantly so I would come back and try something new next time. This place takes credit card. read more

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The wheatgrass margarita is delicious. That alone is reason enough to check out the new Dimes on Canal. From probiotic breakfast and brunch items to anti-inflammatory lunch and dinner plates, Dimes is a health hipster's paradise. It's also very likely the most Instagrammable restaurant in all of New York City. But more importantly, for anyone that gives a damn about what they put in their body - a movement that's becoming more ubiquitous these days - Dimes is something that needs to be on your short list of downtown dining options. I went for brunch. Due to the overwhelming amount of beautiful food photos located all over Yelp and other social media channels, I felt like I already knew their menu front to back. Their breakfast bowls are works of art. The pickled salmon plate is perfectly curated - the pink of the flesh pops in contrast to the accompanying slices of fresh cucumber. And their salads feature shades of green I didn't know existed. But despite these museum quality meals, I went with their eggs any style with side salad and seven grain toast. Call me boring, but acai rarely does it for me. However, even the most basic of breakfast staples are done exceptionally well here. Bacon and eggs are no exception. My only criticism is the noise level. I swear I'm no "get off my lawn" type, but the acoustics (or lack thereof) are quite noticeable. It's a hip room any millennial can feel at home in, but if they had something to soften the sound waves bouncing off of their white-walled conclave, it'd make for a far more enjoyable experience. Can't win 'em all. read more

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Seeing it on Instagram, the spot and its food looked beautiful, which basically meant that I went out of my way to pay this cute looking cafe a visit. I'm not one to write bad reviews - I want to give people the opportunity to try places for themselves as well, but I just gotta put this out because I did not enjoy my experience there at all. First impressions were great - just like I saw in the pictures, place had colorful, bright tables and enough sunlight that made it look really cute! Then came the service.. the waiter was just downright rude, and gave the impression that he didn't care.. no smiles, nothing. Moving on, the food. I got the lavender acai bowl, and I would honestly rather go through the hassle to buy a blender and import acai berries myself than to have that again. It was so bland, the lavender didn't go well, and the tasteless cornflakes just made it worse. I mean... I got a nice photo, but I most definitely won't be coming back. read more

Dimes - Lavender Acai Bowl - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Underwhelmed. I'm right in their target demo, but I didn't enjoy Dimes -- the hype was huge and I ended up disappointed. Yes, everyone in here looks like they just stepped out of an advertisement for a French pilates class, and the menu has cutesy-healthy-California food with some creative flourishes, but food that's good for you can taste delicious, and I didn't find that here. It's also uncomfortably tiny, so if your girth is a little more substantial, you might have an embarrassing time here. I'd 10x rather walk up to El Rey Coffee and Luncheonette, where the food has the same concept but better execution. The flavors here lacked brightness and complexity, and the portions were teensy. The stuffed dates everyone loved? I don't get it! Why would I eat this date stuffed with tasteless quinoa and smothered in olive oil when I could have a delicious bacon-wrapped date instead? Similarly, the lamb meatballs tasted like bad catering food, with a bland tomato sauce that didn't lend much help to the tastes-like-frozen meatballs. The grainy/salad dishes are also generally tasteless, and I cannot for the life of me understand how they managed to take so much flavor out of a link of lamb merguez (a delicious, savory sausage that almost never disappoints me!). It wouldn't kill them to up the savory/spice factor a little bit. This was an incredibly blah meal (though the one thing I did like was the cocktails! These were well-executed). I thought I would leave the restaurant feeling healthy and satiated and vaguely self-righteous. Instead, I was hungry and sad. That's pretty much the depths of a restaurant meal for me and I don't think I'd come back here again. read more

Don't worry, this place is and has long been amazing. For those who don't know the deal with NYC and Dimes let me give you a short primer on why the low stars: Since it first opened in a different (and much smaller) spot nearby, Dimes has been the king of trendy restaurants in Manhattan. With that status came a tidal wave of models, art freaks, hipsters, green juice addicts, and hardened scenesters. It also meant there had always been a wait and the food here still takes a notoriously long time to come out. So, that said, people who aren't so in love with man buns, celebs featured in US Weekly, or wait times could be served the best food they've ever tasted and would still give Dimes low stars. Also, if you don't look like a model (like me for instance) you can sometimes feel a bit out of place. But when it comes to super healthy, super creative, West Coast-ish food this is as good as it gets in all of NYC. The acai bowls and breakfast sandwiches alone have cult followings. And honestly, Dimes is even better now in this new home with an expanded menu and much shorter wait times. The Strawberry Pitaya Bowl here is absolutely awesome, topped with a homemade apricot granola, bee pollen, and tons of dragon fruit. The Love Toast happens to have the best house-made tahini I've ever tasted in my life, and pairing it with honey and berries was a pretty genius move. I also got the Big Salad with chicken which was ok but I know from hitting the other location that I should have been more adventurous with this one. A little boring. (Update: Get the Tuna Nori Wrap instead) Anyway yeah, come here and get ready to a see a mix of NYC's trendiest people laughing in their black skinny jeans, but also be prepared for some of the best healthy hipster food in the entire city. They shouldn't be the only ones who get to enjoy this stuff. read more

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The food at Dimes is more interesting than your usual healthy cafe/brunch place, although somehow still not particularly memorable. I've been here for brunch and had the matcha buttermilk pancakes, the winter mash, and the huevo kathmandu. They were all good, but I'm always slightly bitter I'm not eating the breakfast burrito from their sister location a block away. Actually, in all aspects I prefer Dimes Deli to Dimes the restaurant -- Dimes Deli is quieter, less crowded (despite being much smaller), and has better service. And they have the breakfast burrito. read more

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