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Kosher certified vegan restaurant from the team behind Candle Cafe and Candle 79 offering brunch, lunch, and dinner. Dishes may include seitan picatta, parmesan crispy artichokes, za'atar roasted cauliflower, nuevos rancheros, and a selection of desserts. Mocktails, health shots and fine wines available. Open Mon-Sat 11:00am-10:00pm, Sun 11:00am-9:00pm.
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386 Third Ave, New York City, New York, USA, 10016
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Last update on 25 Dec 2025 by Candlecafe
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Added by Poundie on 30 Mar 2023
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Featured Review
devonwithano
Points +8680
Fantastic - Edit
All of the excellent reviews are no joke! Non-vegans took my husband and I here (visiting from out of town) as a celebratory dinner and everything was so, so good. I would go back for the asparagus alone!
Read morePros: All vegan
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62 Reviews
First Review by Kimimix
JJones315
Points +2363
Pinch me!!! - Edit
Words can hardly express my excitement on learning that the Candle Team is back. My first visit turned that excitement into joy! The food is as excellent, creative and vegetable-based as ever. The menu is a blend of the prior 3 restaurants and many of my favorites appeared, including the Market Plate where one can assemble a custom, ultra-healthy meal.
Read moreThe room is light and calm. The servers were knowledgeable and attentive. The prices are modest; liquor license is on the way.
I look forward to many, many meals eaten here.
Updated from previous review on 2023-05-04
Pros: 100% VEGAN , Actual vegetables on the menu, Skews healthy
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Poundie
Points +21584
Welcome back! - Edit
Over the course of close to three decades, I have been to Candle Cafe (all three venues, plus its precursor) around 100 times with friends and family (or by myself), and it has always been a favorite. I am happy to see it back in business--the dishes we had today were all delicious. The atmosphere of this new venue seems closest to that of the old Candle Cafe West (which was our favorite of the old Candles).
Read morePros: Great food, atmosphere
Cons: Not inexpensive
JJones315
THANK you 🙏🏼 for the heads up! 👏
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Chad_and_Emily
Points +2972
Great service - Edit
It was not busy on a Monday night so we didn’t need our reservation. Food was great and service was just as good. The waiter was patient as we had a two hour dinner to catch up with a friend.
Read moreForgot to take a photo, but the choose 4 platter was the right choice for me in order to sample multiple things.
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DashBana
Points +86
Candle is back! - Edit
So glad to see this NYC landmark is back.
Read morePros: Vegan, affordable, and sophisticated.
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VisionMixer
Points +241
Wow!!! - Edit
We were blown away by the experience. The cafe is run by the former chefs of the highly acclaimed Candle 79 and Candle Cafe, and it truly shows in the quality of the food and service.
Read moreThe ambiance of the cafe is warm and inviting, with a modern yet cozy feel. The menu is diverse, from delicious vegan lunch options to gourmet dinner salads and entrees. The Grilled Artichokes for an appetizer was fabulous. The standout entree dishes were the SEITAN PICATTA, which was off the chart with flavor, and the WILD MUSHROOM CREPE that was packed with a very nice balance of flavor and texture.
The service was top-notch, with the staff being knowledgeable about the menu and providing excellent recommendations.
Five stars PLUS all around!!!!
Updated from previous review on 2023-04-08
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CowAndyEatVegan
Points +22
Fantastic Vegan Food! - Edit
So glad Candle (Candle 79, Candle Cafe and Candle Cafe West) is back in business! Such an amazing place with extremely friendly staff, experienced and inventive chefs and phenomenal food! Highly recommend!
Read morePros: Amazing 100% vegan options!, Super friendly staff and owner!
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Mgannon
Points +48
They’re back!!! - Edit
I was crushed when Candle 79, Candle Cafe West and Candle Cafe closed because of the pandemic. But now they’re back in this new location in Gramercy! The menu is exquisite, their desserts are to die for, and the entire staff, especially Chef and owner Jorge, are absolutely fantastic. This has always been and always will be the highest quality of vegan food in Manhattan. Everything is so fresh and made with such care. Can’t wait to go back again and again!!
Read morePros: Delectable Menu, Everything made in house , Wonderful staff
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Kimimix
Points +58
Still Fabulous - Edit
So thrilling that this remarkable restaurant is resurrected. If you've been missing Candle 79 and Candle Café, rejoice. I found the preliminary menu at https://candlecafe.nyc/menu and placed a pickup order via phone. There is a huge variety of delicious dishes to choose from and the staff seems friendly and helpful.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-04-05
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