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Candle 79

4.5

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A statue bearing a resemblance to the Indian deity Ganesha guards the entrance of this romantic restaurant on Manhattan's Upper East Side. This venue's innovative menu featuring vegan fare made with seasonal, organic ingredients keeps the crowds coming back for more. Specialty cocktails such as the Ginger Lemon Drop, followed by delicious entrees such as the popular Seitan Piccata and the Moroccan spiced chickpea cake rounded out with a wholesome desert of Live chocolate mousse pie make for a filling vegetarian meal where me... read more

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154 E 79th St, Ste 3R, New York, NY, 10075, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Cristina Montaño-Edwards 
8 years ago

Flavorful and different, nice/helpful wait staff, an overall really good experience 

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Nanette Youngblood 
8 years ago

Exceptional! Starters included Jalapeño Poppers and Empanadas which were, O, so tasty! We were 2 couples, and each of our entrees were delicious and satisfying! All were so fresh and sauces so rich. Will certainly return. 

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Helene Dessler Levy 
8 years ago

The food is always delicious. Best vegan restaurant I have been too. Will have to buy their cook book. 

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Drew Roberts 
8 years ago

The ultimate vegan/ vegetarian experience. The atmosphere is very quaint and suttle,a very soothing and peaceful vibe through out. Service is courteous and prompt. But the best of all was the food... Proportions were good, the flavor of the food was absolutely off the charts. The chef and the cooks are absolutely wizards of the kitchen, if you want to have probably the greatest palate experience ever have visit this place. 

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Mary Parris 
8 years ago

Most amazing seitan piccata in the world!!! Refreshing Kombucha....vegan chocolate peanut butter cake. 

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Arlette Belver 
8 years ago

My husband and I had dinner while visiting the city. It exceeded our expectations in many ways. The menu offers a wide variety of options. Everything we tried had an exquisite flavor. Food is serve in a very professional, elegant but fun way. We highly recommend this place. We sit at the bar, the bartender Matt was amazing. He made our experience extremely positive. 

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Doris Allen 
8 years ago

We went there to celebrate my daughter's 17th bday. The service was excellent. Everyone enjoyed their food. My daughter especially was overjoyed when they bought her dessert out with a candle to celebrate her bday. We are looking forward to our next visit. 

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Shabana Aziz 
8 years ago

Best raviolis ever! Everything we had was delicious. � 

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David Cruz 
8 years ago

Delicious food,great service and incredible ambiance. 

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How is Candle 79 rated?

Candle 79 has a 4.5 star rating with 1,120 reviews. 

When is Candle 79 open?

Candle 79 is open now. It will close at 6:00 p.m.  

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