Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.5 out of 5
Outstanding | 18398 reviews

What OpenTable Diner likes about Dirt Candy:
Dirt Candy is the best...amazing meal, even more amazing to have such a delicious and satisfying meal that are all vegetables. Service is among the best in the City. Very knowledgeable and caring staff! View all feedback. What Loyce Gulgowski doesn't like about Dirt Candy:
I wish I could give this restaurant 0 stars. My non -vegan friend kindly booked the reservation for us in an effort to try veggie food with me. I have a gluten allergy and after arriving was informed that there was absolutely no possibility of them accommodating me because “it would ruin the integrity of the food.” In 10 years of being gluten free I’ve never received this kind of arrogant service, especially from a v... View all feedback.

Reviews from various websites

Menu
4.8 ★ from 53 reviews
Maximus
17.11.2017 - 09:32

I mistakenly thought it was a vegan restaurant but it's vegetarian.

Bernard
17.11.2017 - 09:32

I've been wanting to come to this place for a while and reservations can be difficult to get Fortunately I booked this place weeks in advance.

Lawson
17.11.2017 - 09:32

3.5 stars. Most of dishes were deep-fried and waiter didn't bother announcing it Ambiance is okBread looked super cute.

Dorris
23.10.2021 - 11:13

What an amazing course feast. Our party luv'd each course which was expertly presented by servers who had passion about their wildly inventive vegan cuisine.

Govinda
23.10.2021 - 11:13

We are vegetarians and love tasting menus. This was the best one we have ever been to. A few rogue dishes in there but we had an amazing time.

Dirt Candy, a vegetarian restaurant in NYC, has received mixed reviews from diners. While some have praised the creative and delicious dishes, as well as the attentive service, others have expressed disappointment over various issues. Complaints range from unfriendly servers, lack of accommodation for dietary restrictions, and a perceived lack of value for the expensive tasting menu. However, many have highlighted the unique dining experience, beautifully presented dishes, and overall enjoyment of the meal. Despite some negative feedback, Dirt Candy seems to have a loyal following of diners who appreciate the innovative and seasonal menu offerings.

Opentable
4.5 ★ from 11252 reviews
JMT13
10.05.2024 - 18:54

Absolutely amazing! I've gone to the solo diner's dinner several times in the past and they've always been fabulous. The one this year exceeded my already high...

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CynthiaP
10.05.2024 - 18:54

What can I say about this restaurant that will be enough to describe how absolutely wonderful this place is? I almost cried with joy upon eating. Marvelous.

Shawn
18.09.2023 - 16:54

What an amazing 9 course feast. Our party luv'd each course which was expertly presented by servers who had passion about their wildly inventive vegan cuisine.

Johann
18.09.2023 - 16:54

I went into Dirt Candy without having an idea of what it was exactly, and I left completely satisfied. The food was artistic yet filling, the atmosphere was war...

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Mark
18.09.2023 - 16:54

Thank you for creating this restaurant. The food is incredible.

Google
4.7 ★ from 1340 reviews
Blake
09.02.2024 - 08:48

Fabulous dinner tonight at Dirt Candy. We love Chef Amanda and team! Run, don't walk. Support this small business! Every dish crafted with skill and love. End o...

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Veena
09.02.2024 - 08:48

I've been a regular since Dirt Candy's early days (in the tiny, downstairs location with the wobbly chairs, during the brunch era, the Great Canadian Beer Hall...

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Neda
09.02.2024 - 08:48

Dirt candy is a wonderful experience! The food is so delicious and unique that you will savour every bite! The staff were welcoming and friendly. The drinks wer...

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Jay
09.02.2024 - 08:48

Have been three times now and the food is excellent, and the service has been fantastic. When my partner didn’t like a particular dish they offered more of anot...

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Yana
09.02.2024 - 08:48

The staff were exceptionally welcoming. The food was out of this world. I had high expectations, but the restaurant exceeded them. We had 5 courses 2 compliment...

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Aggregated
5.0 ★ from 10 reviews
Cathy
15.09.2023 - 16:44

This is place took me by surprise. Every penny spent here was worth it. Our summer menu was for 95$. Coming to dirt candy is truly an experience itself. I would...

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Iris
15.09.2023 - 16:44

Absolutely amazing dining experience, highly recommend coming here! If I could give Dirt Candy more than 5 stars, I would. The staff were incredible very friend...

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yogesh
15.09.2023 - 16:44

We were blown away by the food! Coming in, we were skeptical of an all vegetarian menu, especially a Michelin starred one. Normally the options are carb heavy o...

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Mar
15.09.2023 - 16:44

Can't visit NYC without eating here! Creative, artisanal, delicious. Since the menu switched to five-course only, I was convinced I wouldn't be full. But by the...

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Richard
15.09.2023 - 16:44

Dirt Candy’s Summer ‘23 menu slaps hard. This is my fourth time dining here and this iteration is leaps and bounds better. Even if you’re not vegetarian or vega...

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Int Restaurants
4.3 ★ from 1875 reviews
Sabrina
21.07.2023 - 07:19

I came here as a vegetarian with my meat eater boyfriend and we both had a wonderful time! First off the staff was so friendly and helpful. They wanted to help...

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Sean
21.07.2023 - 07:19

Dirt Candy is one of the best, or maybe even the best vegetarian vegan place for me. They provide an amazing delicious tasting menu. They change their menu acco...

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Sharon
21.07.2023 - 07:19

I went to this restaurant twice on my recent solo NYC trip and I had such a nice experience. I really appreciate that they accept reservations for one and they...

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John-Luke
21.07.2023 - 07:19

Great vegetarian meal. We had the fixed 5 course dinner with the wine pairing option. All of the wine pairings were very unique and complimented the food well....

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Lucas
21.07.2023 - 07:19

Absolutely stunning experience. Innovative, bold dishes. The kitchen stands behind their menu with pride, they want to make you happy and let you taste somethin...

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Sirved
4.6 ★ from 5 reviews
Kevin
16.10.2023 - 06:28

Exquisite. Reasonably priced and tipping included. The corn mousse and tomato cake are unforgettable. Great for dates, parents or with vegetarian friends. Meat...

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Candace
16.10.2023 - 06:28

A very memorable dining experience at NYC?s famous vegetable restaurant. We tried the Summer 22? tasting menu and it was phenomenal. Pictured below in order of...

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M
16.10.2023 - 06:28

Hard to even know where to begin with describing this place and the pleasure we took in the time we spent there. Yes, it?s expensive. Yes, it?s moderately intim...

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Tripadvisor
4.5 ★ from 419 reviews
Happycow
4.5 ★ from 48 reviews
Gastroranking-us
4.0 ★ from 3396 reviews

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