I had the tempeh here -- after totally throwing in the towel trying to make it at home, today I'm…read moreofficially back in the game. Absolutely delicious. I'll definitely be coming back again. And Chef Jorge's homemade ice cream? Unreal. Sweetened with dates instead of refined sugar, and somehow still incredibly rich and satisfying. Candle Cafe keeps proving plant-based food can be creative, comforting, and seriously crave-worthy.

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.

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!

The food is interesting and tasty, and the service is excellent. My only complaint is that the…read moreportions are quite small for the price.

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!

Extraordinary In…read moreevery way Food was great. Service was attentive. A bit pricy. Will certainly rerun. .

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

Still great! This time I tried the Watermelon Lime and Basil mocktail and it paired perfectly with…read moreeverything. Make sure to get the matcha cheesecake if you can! Service was great and the restaurant was the perfect place to stop in for a weekend lunch. Heads up - they do brunch from 11am to 3pm

It's rare to come across a fully vegan Korean restaurant so I was so excited to try this place!…read moreAbsolutely loved everything we ordered here! Brought my non-vegan friends and they all enjoyed the meal as well! Sweet Corn Cilantro Pancake - came in 4 pieces which made scaring easy Popcorn Shrimp - was a favorite on the table Kimchi Jjigae - this was so flavorful and so delicious Naengmyeon - this was my personal favorite because I love cold noodles and I haven't been able to find a vegan version before! Vegetarian 'Duck' Bibimbap - can never go wrong with Bibimbap, this was filling! The ambiance is super cute! Perfect for a date night and the service was quick and friendly. Will definitely be back!

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.

Best fries in NYC Lovely staff Outdoor seating Pretty little place Great place to drop inread more

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.