Reservation for four, with only one vegan - 5/5 from everyone…read more Wowwww, this was delicious! Hard to fathom it was vegan - the best pizza I ever had and everything was to die for! We had the calamari appetizer, truffle mushroom pizza, hot honey pizza, fig salad, tiramisu and hazelnut covered dessert. Everything was sooooo freaking delicious the calamari tastes like real calamari but just better. Same consistency and chewiness. Perfection. Divided crowd on whether the truffle pizza or hot honey pizza was better. Salad was great too. Hazelnut dessert was out of this world! I love tiramisu and it was good too. Did not disappoint!

I'm not vegan, but the whipped ricotta toast is one of the best I've EVER had! The hot honey pizza…read morewas also a 10/10. Super impressed!! I didn't enjoy my sausage ravioli as much as I would have expected, but a friend got the ricotta ravioli and it was good. Appetizers/Pizzas better than the Pastas, in my opinion.

I came for lunch and had the vegan steak . It was served with mashed potatoes, various mushrooms,…read moreasparagus and a red wine sauce. The flavor was good and everything was perfectly prepared. I also had the chocolate peanut butter bliss for dessert. It was one of the best desserts I've had. It's a double layer ganache and peanut butter mousse, topped with caramel sauce and strawberries served with cranberry sauce candied peanuts Candle still continues to stand the test of time. The original Candle 79 closed almost over a decade ago. A few years ago I discovered that Candle Cafe had still kept its doors open I've visited a few times for brunch and finally came back for lunch; I haven't made it for dinner yet and would gladly return.

Very cute vegan restaurant with a lot of delicious food. We loved everything we tried from food to…read moredrinks Service was also great and the place was very cute I recommend for sure

Great experience at Sentir. I posted up at the bar alone and was immediately greeted with friendly…read moreservice by the bartender. I ordered a drink and a chile relleno. The drink came out right away and was good, but expensive. The chile on the other hand was excellent and filling. The flavor was surprisingly unique and the impossible meat filled the pepper perfectly. The ambiance was cool, definitely date night energy. I'll be back!

The missus and I stopped here on a Thursday evening, 5ish, for a drink and small nosh…read more Really nice happy hour options. Got two cocktails - the smoky Hedgehog Maize and the jalapeñoy De Vacaciones - at 50% off (so cost us $8.50 and $9.50, respectively). Service was great, the drinks were really nice. The Sentir Guac was quite tasty, lots of really fresh avocado. If in the neighborhood, try the happy hour.

With a gift certificate for $150 at ABCv we didn't think we could spend it all because most of the…read moreprices are reasonable, and we cannot eat that much for breakfast. We ordered most things of the menu to try and to take to go and ended up exceeding our limit by $22! We tried and liked the following: -harry's berries strawberries - fresh -california dates - scrumptious -soft scrambled eggs - best eggs Ive had in a while -wild mushroom poached eggs - tons of mushrooms! -dosa - doesn't reheat well but is gf and so delicious! -gluten free almond flour pancakes - also doesn't reheat well but are very tasty and chewy when fresh. too bad there's no plain whipped cream in house since we don't eat bananas. Maybe half the dishes included banana in some form. - root reboot pressed juice: beet, carrot, ginger, lemon - tasty! - cappuccinos - standard and good I will return for the soft scrambled eggs and the atmosphere. Soft, friendly, bright, delicate, sunny!

Would come back for the cauliflower only- the best one I've ever had. The pasta is goodread more

The food was so good I forgot to take pictures of it before diving into it. As my hunger quieted, I…read morebegan to realize how well treated each dish was. I appreciate the attention to detail and found that taking a bite of everything felt cohesive in ways that celebrate vegetables. Brussel sprouts paired well with the puree sauce, a bit bland on its own (which is nice as a filling palette cleanser). I would consider this to be a great casual spot to catch up with friends/family.

pesto here is phenomenal - such little ingredients that pair wonderfully! Appreciate the sister for…read morebuying this because it is a bit pricey! Cheers!

Our dinner reservation at Willow was largely made in response to our LOVE of Le Basque and Coletta,…read moreas all three of these restaurants are part of the City Root Hospitality group. And, there are more to explore!!! Willow is another notch on their belt as it delivered everything we wanted based on previous experiences. The restaurant is quaint and cozy - in other words much smaller than the others previously mentioned. The staff was accommodating and gracious and paid great attention to each table, making certain water was filled and the food was satisfying. We ordered the crab Rangoon to start and what a perfect choice. These were stunning and made even more perfect by the sauce accompanying them. I moved onto the brisket in bbq sauce served with Parmesan fries. The bbq sauce was a Rita's bit overwhelming and the fries seemed more traditional for the Parmasean seasoning didn't come through. It was a good dish although not one I would be running back to order. The brisket was super tender though! My husband had the Korean fried chicken sandwich with an upgrade of onion rings - delicious!! The rings were both crispy and tender as was the sandwich. For dessert we actually asked our waitress to surprise us because we could not choose - there were too many amazing choices!! She did not do us wrong! We had the banana pudding with wafer cookies and it was AMAZING! The appetizer and dessert (paired with their special iced latte) are well worth the trip and made the experience a delight. Once again the City Root Hospitality group did not disappoint!!

SERVICE - located in Chelsea…read more - spacious interior with tables for groups of 2-4 people - reservations are not required though could be helpful if you do not want to risk waiting - great service! our waiter provided us with comprehensive descriptions of the dishes and drinks - food served relatively quickly - ambiance good for a semi formal meal MENU - french American bistro food - all vegan/vegetarian - slightly pricey FOOD - French dip (7/10): vegan grilled steak with provolone cheese, goat cheese, caramelized onion, and horseradish aioli on a toasted baguette served with a side of au jus dip and fries. This sandwich is usually not something that is available vegetarian so i was curious to see the flavors and textures. The steak is chewy and meaty so if you are not a fan of faux meat then i would proceed with caution. I enjoy the cheeses here as they are unique and different from each other. The sandwich overall was okay though not my favorite sandwich ever. - smoked Mac and cheese (7/10): macaroni with smoked goat cheese, cheddar, mozzarella baked in a cast iron skillet and topped with vegan pancetta and breadcrumbs. This was a cozy appetizer especially on a cold day. The flavors of the cheese are rich and smoky with a hint of saltiness from the pancetta and breadcrumbs. I would have liked it to be a larger portion and offered as an entree. WOULD I GO BACK? Maybe. I liked the ambiance and the option to try dishes that are usually meat heavy but the cuisine is not my personal favorite.

all the excellent ..... especially the food&the service & the ambiance…read more best of all it's been consistent over the years

Came in on a Sunday afternoon and sat at the bar, the atmosphere was exactly what I needed. Quiet,…read morerelaxed, not too loud or busy. A really nice vibe overall. The service was excellent. My bartender Lewis/Luis was incredibly attentive, frequently checking in to see how everything was going. He also recommended the Avocado Sushi with truffle miso to go alongside the Bang Bang Broccoli I had already ordered, and it was a great call. The Bang Bang Broccoli is good the tempura is well done and the sauce is delicious but after a couple of bites, the sauce starts to overpower the broccoli and becomes a little too saucy and salty. I found myself reaching for water more than I expected. The Avocado Sushi had a really beautiful smoky, rich flavor, though I do wish they'd pack a little less rice. With so much rice in each piece, it's hard to get a balanced bite cutting it down by half would make it perfect. The Matchatini was a standout. Creamy on top, with just the right amount of alcohol not overpowering at all, just enough to complement the matcha. As tempting as it was to order another one, I wanted to savor the moment, and I'm glad I did. For dessert, I had my eye on the Matcha Sandwich Cookies with ice cream, but they were sold out. Fellow reviewers saved the day though, pointing me to the Matcha Cheesecake and they were 110% correct. That cheesecake did not disappoint. Though it didn't seem to be a lot of food but I couldn't even finish it on my own so I got it to go.

We went to Franchia Vegan Cafe at 12 Park Ave and it was absolutely top notch. The restaurant is in…read moreMurray Hill, and it feels like such a great find if you're looking for a really special vegan Korean / Asian-inspired restaurant in Manhattan. The space was super clean, calm, and had a vibe that felt authentic to the cuisine. The staff was also incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and fast, which made the whole experience even better. But the food is what really blew me away. I got the Korean Wild Green Tea First Picked, and it was unreal. Yes, it had that beautiful green tea character, but it was so much more layered than that--smooth, complex, almost naturally sweet, and honestly one of the most memorable teas I've had anywhere. I also ordered the iced matcha latte, and it was easily the best matcha latte I've ever had: no grittiness at all, just incredibly smooth, creamy, and perfectly balanced. We also had the baby dumplings in spicy sauce, popcorn shrimp, fried Manchurian cauliflower, spicy kimchi pancakes, Peking duck baos, and the duck rice bowl. Every single dish was excellent. I'm still baffled by how well they nailed the shrimp texture--seriously impressive. The flavors across the board were rich, creative, and satisfying without feeling heavy. If you're in Murray Hill and want a standout vegan lunch or dinner, or you're just looking for one of the best plant-based restaurants in Manhattan, Franchia is absolutely worth going out of your way for. Highly recommend.

Amazingly well! Cozy, classy ambiance. I came here for happy hour, and it was great. We had fried…read morerice, pancakes and bao buns! The best part here is the ube coconut Creme brulee which was divine, it's the most memorable thing I've eaten here.

My wife and I had breakfast at Sunflower-Gramercy during our recent visit to New York City. The…read morerestaurant wasn't crowded, so we were seated right away. We both ordered flat whites, and they were delicious, honestly some of the best coffee I've had in NYC. My wife ordered the Break' Bowl, and I ordered the Classic. The food was excellent and very generous in portion size. Our server was also very friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better. Overall, we had a great experience and would definitely come back if we're in the area again.

Food: I got an omelette with spinach and cheese and avocado. I thought Avocado would be inside but…read moreguess I was wrong. And I opted for the potatoes on side and to drink I got a freddo cappuccino which was good. The food was better than I thought. Service: The service was ok I felt a bit rushed while ordering and I had to ask for water even though they saw me sitting there and with no silverware too. Ambiance: Quite a few tables they have here, music was good a bit loud for the smaller space this is. I was glad to check it out. Not running back here though.

Seasoned vegan is my absolute favorite vegan place to eat. I have been a huge fan of Seasoned vegan…read moresince they were first located Uptown. Very happy that they are now located downtown in the East Village with late night hours. The service and food are absolutely amazing. My absolute is the BBQ vegan craw fish sandwich on the pretzel bun. The fries are delicious! Could not believe how amazing they are. Last but not least.... the cupcakes. The lotus biscoff cupcake is highly addictive not sure what's the ingredients, but they taste so delicious and they are vegan. All I know is, I can't get enough of them. They are my absolute favorite. Special thank you to Chef B, Aaron, Anthony, and all of the wonderful staff that makes Seasoned Vegan a special place to eat healthy, great tasting, soulful vegan food!

I heard some unfortunate news that SV will be closing soon, so I decided to stop by to show some…read morelove. This was my first time at this location, although I used to be a regular at their Harlem location. I ordered the SV Nugglet Sandwich (7/10) , the Mac (6/10) and Kangen Alkaline water. Ms. B was very friendly and so was the woman working with her that day.