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Candle 79

08/21/2008 23:45
Candle 79 - Vegan - USA - New York - China - Restaurant - American - dining - Food - NYC - Upper East Side - Vegetarian


Regulars flock to this classy Upper East Side restaurant for organic, vegan cuisine that goes beyond tempeh and tofu. An upscale version of the nearby Candle Cafe, this duplex attracts hard-core vegetarians and meat-eaters on their night off. Purple and gold lend a royal air to the leather booths, framed mirrors, and walled sconces, and huge windows upstairs offer a view of the namesake 79th Street. Though weekend nights and Sunday brunch draw the largest crowds, neighborhood residents master this vegan menu of quinoa-lentil cakes, seitan piccata, and sweet-potato pumpkin pie by popping in daily.



The Extras

Looking for something more casual? Visit Candle Cafe by the same owners

Know Before You Go

You can have a private party even if you don't take up the whole top floor--the restaurant will curtain off a space sized for your group.


Candle 79

154 E 79th St
New York, NY 10021
Phone: (212) 537-7179



Cross Street: Lexington Avenue
Directions: 6 at 77th St 

Restaurant Information

Hours

  • Mon-Sat 12pm-3:30pm, 5:30pm-10:30pm
  • Sun 12pm-4pm, 5pm-10pm

Dress Code

  • Casual to dressy

Payment Types

  • Discover
  • Diners Club
  • Visa
  • American Express
  • MasterCard

Cuisines

  • American (New)
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian

Meal Price

  • $$$

Amenities

  • Local Favorites
  • Group Dining
  • Brunch
  • Dine at the Bar
  • Quiet
  • Catering
  • Open 7 Days


    Candle 79 Menu


    Lunch
    Starters
    Daily Soup 
     7.00
    Grilled Seitan Chimichurri citrus-herb marinade
     9.00
    Hydrogarden Farm Edamame celtic sea salt, chili, lemon
     8.00
    Guacamole Timbale chipotle black beans, caramelized onions, jicama salsa, tortilla chips
     12.00
    Seaweed Salad hijiki, arame, carrots, cabbage, edamame, radishes, wasabi leaves, sesame-ginger dressing
     14.00
    Smoked Hummus grilled paratha bread, mixed olives, roasted garlic bulb, red pepper oil
     13.00
    Salads
    Wild Mushroom Salad arugula, tomatoes, cipollini onions, wild mushrooms, creamy horseradish dressing
     14.00
    Baby Greens Salad baby greens, fava beans, artichokes, quinoa, grape tomatoes, avocado, toasted sunflower seeds, artichoke vinaigrette
     15.00
    Watercress Salad avocado, cactus leaves, radishes, tomatoes, toasted pumpkin seeds, creamy jalapeño dressing
     15.00
    Baby Spinach Salad grilled asparagus, red onions, roasted tomatoes, olives, chickpeas, tofu cheese, roasted garlic dressing
     14.00
    Add Tofu Or Tempeh $3
    Entrees
    Chef's Daily Hand Cut Pasta 
     18.00
    B.B.Q. Seitan Sandwich avocado, caramelized onions, polenta fries, mixed lettuces
     15.00
    Black Bean Pumpkin Seed Burger mixed lettuces, avocado, polenta fries, chipotle ketchup
     14.00
    Falafel Sandwich whole wheat pita, israeli salad, minted tahini, mesclun greens, quinoa tabouleh
     14.00
    Spring Harvest Paella Valencia rice, spring peas, shallots, zucchini, artichokes, smoked seitan sausage, saffron-red pepper sauce
     20.00
    Seitan Piccata creamed spinach, grilled potato cake, oyster mushrooms, lemon-caper sauce
     23.00
    Morel & Tarragon Tempeh spring vegetable quinoa risotto, wild mushrooms, oven roasted tomatoes, cashew cream
     22.00
    Live Zucchini Enchiladas cashew cheese, spinach, avocado salsa, chipotle tomato sauce, cashew sour cream, toasted pumpkin seeds
     20.00
    Candle 79 Market Plate choose four of the following: gingered brown rice, polenta fries, chipotle black beans, herb grilled tempeh, ginger grilled tofu sautéed broccoli or spinach & roasted garlic, sautéed cauliflower & roasted garlic, grilled oyster mushrooms
     18.00
    -
    Dinner
    Starters
    Nightly Soup 
     7.00
    Grilled Seitan Chimichurri citrus-herb marinade
     9.00
    Guacamole Timbale chipotle black beans, caramelized onions, tomato salsa, tortilla chips
     12.00
    Stuffed Manicotti sautéed mushrooms, tofu-basil cheese, seitan ragout, toasted cashew parmesan cheese, roasted tomato sauce, pine nut pesto
     14.00
    Grilled Artichokes blue-cornmeal crusted onion rings, grilled asparagus, arugula pesto, red pepper coulis
     14.00
    Cornmeal-Horseradish Crusted Oyster Mushrooms aioli trio: jalapeño, lime, red pepper
     15.00
    Smoked Hummus grilled paratha bread, mixed olives, roasted garlic bulb, red pepper oil
     13.00
    Avocado-Tomato Tartare avocado, tomatoes, scallions, trumpet royale mushrooms, plantain chips
     14.00
    Salads
    Wild Mushroom Salad arugula, tomatoes, cipollini onions, wild mushrooms, creamy horseradish dressing
     14.00
    Baby Greens Salad baby greens, fava beans, artichokes, quinoa, grape tomatoes, avocado, toasted sunflower seeds, artichoke vinaigrette
     15.00
    Watercress Salad avocado, cactus leaves, radishes, tomatoes, toasted pumpkin seeds, creamy jalapeño dressing
     15.00
    Baby Spinach Salad grilled asparagus, red onions, roasted tomatoes, olives, chickpeas, tofu cheese, roasted garlic dressing
     14.00
    Seaweed Salad hijiki, arame, carrots, cabbage, edamame, radishes, wasabi leaves, sesame-ginger dressing
     14.00
    Add Tofu Or Tempeh $3
    Entrees
    Chef's Daily Hand Cut Pasta 
     18.00
    Spring Harvest Paella Valencia rice, spring peas, shallots, zucchini, artichokes, smoked seitan sausage, saffron-red pepper sauce
     20.00
    Seitan Piccata creamed spinach, grilled potato cake, oyster mushrooms, lemon-caper sauce
     22.00
    Morel & Tarragon Tempeh spring vegetable quinoa risotto, wild mushrooms, oven roasted tomatoes, cashew cream
     22.00
    Chipotle Grilled Seitan potatoes, leeks, asparagus, spring peas, chipotle-black bean sauce, avocado salsa
     24.00
    Moroccan Spiced Chickpea Cake spring vegetables, red pepper-coconut curry, apricot-date chutney, toasted almonds
     19.00
    Jasmine Rice & Sesame Crusted Tofu lemongrass scented brown rice, arame-watercress salad, shiitakes, leeks, ginger, minted fava bean sauce
     21.00
    Live Zucchini Enchiladas cashew cheese, spinach, avocado salsa, chipotle tomato sauce, cashew sour cream, toasted pumpkin seeds
     20.00
    Sides - $7
    Grilled Oyster Mushrooms 
    Creamed Spinach 
    Sautéed Broccoli, Or Spinach & Roasted Garlic 
    Grilled Asparagus 
    Grilled Potato Cake with horseradish cream
    Polenta Fries 
    Desserts
    Chocolate-Peanut Butter Bliss chocolate mousse, peanut butter mousse, chocolate shell, berry coulis
     12.00
    Chocolate Brownie Sundae french vanilla ice cream, bananas, strawberries, chocolate-ancho sauce, candied pecans
     12.00
    Mango Napoleon almond shortbread cookies, vanilla-almond cream, mango compote, green tea ice cream
     12.00
    Live Pineapple-Cherry Parfait nut granola, pineapple-cashew cream, cherries, coconut ice cream
     12.00
    Old Fashioned Fruit Pie seasonal fruit, dulce de leche ice cream
     10.00
    House Made Sorbet & Ice Cream Sampler chef's daily selection
     8.00
    Teas $4
    Regular exotic greens, english breakfast, vanilla chai, oolong
    Decaffeinated green, earl grey, vanilla-cinnamon rooibos
    Herbal mint medley, ginger tisane, chamomile-cinnamon, lavender-verbena & orange, parisian red rooibos, cranberry-apple hibiscus
    Coffee $2
    Regular 
    Decaffeinated 
    Grain 
    Espresso 
    Macchiato 
    Americano 
    Specialty Coffee Drinks $4
    Cappuccino 
    Mochaccino 
    Latte 
    Café Con Leche 
    Iced Cappuccino 
    -
    Brunch
    Home Style Pancakes seasonal fruit, raspberry infused maple syrup
     11.00
    Mixed-Grain Waffles bananas, candied pecans, gingered maple syrup
     12.00
    Wild Mushroom & Spring Vegetable Crepe* tarragon aioli, artichoke salad, mesclun greens
     16.00
    Brunch Burrito grilled chili seitan, caramelized onions, spinach, bbq pinto beans, brown rice, guajillo sauce, sour cream, salsa cruda
     15.00
    Tofu Scramble * yukon gold skillet potatoes, seitan sausage, mesclun greens, mixed grain toast
     14.00
    Brunch Prix-Fixe choice of juice or mimosa, brunch item or sandwich and dessert
     28.00
    * Gluten Free Option Available
    Juices And Tonics $7
    Elderberry Elixir elderberry extract, apple, lemon
    Green Goddess mixed greens, apple, lemon, ginger
    Passionfruit Spritzer passionfruit, agave, aloe, sparkling water
    Housemade Ginger Ale ginger, agave, sparkling water, lime, mint
    Purple Potion acai, high-antioxidant fruit nectars, sparkling water, lime
    Young Coconut Water 
    Smooth Sippers $7
    Raspberry Lemonade raspberries, lemon, agave, ice
    Limonade lemon, lime, agave, ice
    Tropical Spice spiced pineapple, passionfruit, coconut, ice
    Coconut-Mint Frappe avocado, coconut, agave, mint, lime
    Chocolate Shake vanilla ice cream, soy milk, chocolate fudge, chocolate chips
    Berries And Cream mixed berries, vanilla ice cream, banana, rice milk
    Amazon Mania raw acai, apple juice, banana
    Cocktail Specialties $11
    Ginger Rush sake, plum nectar, ginger
    Pomegranate Sunrise sake, spiced pomegranate, orange
    Spring Sangria organic wine, seasonal fruit juices, fresh fruit
    Mango Sake-Tini sake, mango, lime
    Mojito sake, muddled mint, cane juice, lime, champagne
    Russian Spring sake, espresso, soy cream, agave, chocolate
    Organic Sake 
    (5 oz glass) 8.00 (10 oz carafe) 14.00
    Beers
    St. Peters English Ale (england) smooth, balanced, creamy
     11.00
    Samuel Smith's Organic Lager (england) full bodied, malty character
     8.00
    Ommegang Witte (Cooperstown) light wheat ale, orange peel, coriander
     8.00
    Cisco Whales Tale Pale Ale (nantucket) full flavored, well hopped
     8.00
    DuPont Bio Foret (belgium) complex, snappy yeast, clean bright finish
     12.00
    Schneider Edel-Weiss (germany) medium bodied, banana & lemon aromas
     10.00
    Wolaver's Oatmeal Stout (vermont) bitter espresso, chewy, full bodied
     8.00
    Otter Creek Stove Pipe Porter (vermont) medium bodied, chocolate malt, dry finish
     8.00
    Lindemans Framboise Or Peach Lambic (belgium) rich, deep raspberry flavor
     10.00
    Draft Beers $7
    Allagash White (maine) traditional belgian style wheat beer
    Seasonal Brew 





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