Dirt Candy

“We sat at the chefs table (which is basically just the bar) and had the BEST meal of our whole trip to NYC. They easily modified everything to vegan and happily accommodated my peanut allergy. We had the tasting menu with wine pairing and were absolutely blown away. Every dish was delicious, well presented, interesting and unique. It was elevated and the staff was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. The aesthetics were just ok comparatively to the quality of the food so I would love to see them update it a bit. The wine pairing was particularly great with lots of information given about the wines. I would absolutely recommend this for a nice evening out. Keep in mind it’s quite expensive - worth it in my opinion though.”

“Absolute magic. I have never eaten a meal where individual vegetables are the hero. The mushroom course was a spiritual experience for my husband and I. The flavors are unlike anything I’ve had before. Clinton was the absolute best.”

“The manager and our server were very attentive and most gracious when one of us diners wasn’t able to enjoy the unique dishes due to being sick on the day of our reservation. The kitchen even prepared an extra dish to not let the diner go hungry from not completely finishing the previous courses of the winter menu. This kind of genuine care and service is very rare, and makes the diners feel extremely welcome and want to come back again!”

“This is such a unique dining experience. Their all vegetarian menu is excellent. The menu can vary, so I can only comment on what we were served. While I liked the entire menu, here are some highlights. We had Brussel sprouts roasted on the stock. This was covered with a slightly spicy sauce. One picked it up with the one’s fingers to eat each sprout. After finishing the sprouts, the stalk was turned over and the soft core was scooped out with a marrow spoon I did not know the core was edible! Root vegetable chips with sauce and a type of coleslaw were delicious. The dessert course featured a spice cake, sorbet and a coconut pudding. This was excellent! The staff are amazingly friendly and helpful in explaining the menu. I will not soon forget our visit and can’t wait to return.”

“I’m giving Dirt Candy in New York a full five stars, and honestly, it deserves every bit of that rating. The food here is exceptional — creative, flavorful, and executed with real precision. Every dish feels unique, thoughtful, and beautifully balanced. The atmosphere is relaxed but polished, making it an easy place to enjoy a long, satisfying meal without feeling rushed or overwhelmed. One thing I strongly recommend is choosing the wine pairing. Each course comes with a different wine selected specifically to match the flavors of the dish, and they absolutely nail it. The pairings elevate the food instead of overpowering it. You can tell the team put real effort into curating drinks that enhance the entire dining experience. If you’re coming here, don’t skip that option — it’s worth it. The service was outstanding. The staff were attentive, warm, and genuinely enthusiastic about what they were serving. Dirt Candy is a no-tip restaurant, which I respect, but my server took such good care of me that I felt compelled to insist on giving her something extra. It took a bit of convincing, but she eventually accepted it with a big smile, and I could tell it truly made her day. That level of kindness and professionalism deserves recognition. Dirt Candy isn’t just a place to eat — it’s a place to appreciate food. If you’re looking for an excellent dining experience in New York, this spot should be at the top of your list.”