Candle – American
Bathed in a welcoming glow, Candle serves as a vibrant neighborhood sanctuary where the comforting aroma of pumpkin spice and griddled pancakes mingles with the zest of fresh lime and cilantro. The kitchen artfully bridges the gap between morning indulgence and savory soul food, offering everything from the buttery layers of their signature croissant to hearty, spice-kissed bowls and street-style tacos. This inviting space transforms the ritual of dining into a sensory celebration, perfect for lingering over a colorful plate of fruit-topped pancakes or sharing a mountain of golden, house-made nachos.
388, 3rd Avenue +19292801445 https://candlecafe.nyc0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Candle
Dairy-Free at Candle
Candle in New York has 13 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Falafel Hummus, Mango Sticky Rice and Market Platter. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Candle
Candle in New York has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sauteed Wild Mushrooms & Leeks, Soup of the Day and Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Candle
Candle in New York has 36 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mac - N - Cheese, Mezze Platter and Falafel Hummus. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Candle
Candle in New York has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chopped Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Candle
Candle in New York has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day and Organic Hot Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Candle
Candle in New York has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day and Organic Hot Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Candle
Candle in New York has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Soup of the Day. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Candle
Candle in New York has 13 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Falafel Hummus, Mango Sticky Rice and Market Platter. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Candle
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Breakfast Burrito | 102 g | 62.5 g |
| Chopped Salad | 1.4 g | 62.3 g |
| Kale Caesar Salad | 121.4 g | 55.7 g |
| Wild Mushroom Crepe | 96.3 g | 54.6 g |
| Brunch Bowl | 96.5 g | 51.3 g |
| Grilled Kale Salad | 56.3 g | 42.5 g |
| Aztec Salad | 17.9 g | 25.8 g |
| Candle Burger | 25.9 g | 24.9 g |
| Chocolate Peanut Butter Bliss | 150.6 g | 24 g |
| Burrito Bowl or Wrap | 44 g | 23.4 g |
| Sauteed Wild Mushrooms & Leeks | 27.2 g | 20.8 g |
| Nachos | 76.6 g | 20.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 10:30 AM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Menu
Brunch
- The Candle Croissant - $18: Smoked tempeh bacon, Eggs, American cheese, avocado, scallion, cream cheese. Choice of Fries or Salad. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Brunch Bowl - $23: Scrambled eggs, chorizo, black beans, avocado, hash brown, tempeh bacon, oven dried tomato, kale and quinoa salad. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Breakfast Burrito - $22: Tofu scramble, black beans, greens, spiced potatoes, brown rice, pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream, side salad. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Nuevos Rancheros - $18: Homemade tortilla, black beans, salsa, tofu scramble, guacamole, pico de gallo, sour cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pumpkin Spice French Toast - $17: Sourdough bread, fresh fruit, candied pecans, maple syrup. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fresh Fruit Pancakes - $17: With maple syrup. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
Starters
- Soup of the Day - $10 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guacamole - $17: Pico de gallo, chips. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tacos - $6: Homemade corn tortillas, guacamole, Chipotle tomato salsa, grilled tomatillo salsa, pico de gallo. Choice of: Roasted Cauliflower, Wild Mushrooms, Al Pastor Seitan, or Jackfruit Carnitas. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos - $20: Refried black beans, poblanos, oyster mushrooms, cashew cheese, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, corn chips. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chimichurri Skewers - $18: Grilled seitan, chipotle aioli, tomato. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seitan Dumplings - $17: Broccoli, sesame-ginger soy sauce. Choice of Steamed or Fried. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breadcrumb - Crusted Cauliflower - $18: Almond cheese, buffalo aioli. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mezze Platter - $22: Hummus, eggplant caponata, apricot date chutney, almond tzatziki, grilled paratha bread, crudités, olives, slivered almonds, red pepper oil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tofu Ricotta Ravioli - $19: Tofu vegetable ricotta, sautéed spinach, Parmesan cheese and tomato truffle sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Parmesan Artichokes - $19: Grilled asparagus sautéed peas, leeks, zucchini, kalamata olives, micro greens, garlic truffle aioli and tomato sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Grilled Kale Salad - $19: String beans, beluga lentils, kabocha squash, avocado, red onion, sunflower seeds, spelt berries, chive dressing. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aztec Salad - $23: Baby greens, quinoa, black beans, corn, cucumber, pumpkin seeds, tomatoes, avocado, chipotle grilled tempeh, toasted cumin dressing. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kale Caesar Salad - $19: Kale, grilled tomatoes, cashew parmesan, polenta croutons, fried carpers, Caesar Dressing. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Salad - $20: Arugula, sautéed mushrooms, asparagus, artichokes, leeks, kalamata olives, horseradish dressing. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chopped Salad - $18: Bell pepper chickpeas, red onions, tomatoes, cucumber, tofu feta, lettuce, kalamata olives, lemon oregano dressing. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Wild Mushroom Crepe - $26: Seasonal vegetables, sauteed wild mushrooms, spinach, garlic truffle aioli, arugula fennel salad. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Za'atar Roasted Cauliflower - $25: Chickpeas, oven-dried tomatoes, grilled red peppers, kale, zucchini, kale-pine nut pesto, tahini sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cajun Seitan Sandwich - $20: Cajun-crusted seitan, steamed kale, Chipotle aioli, red onions, avocado. Choice of Potato Fries or Side Salad. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quinoa Black Bean Burger - $18: Lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions, guacamole, provolone cheese, Chipotle aioli. Choice of Potato Fries or Side Salad. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Candle Burger - $18: Housemade seitan patty, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions, candle sauce. Choice of Potato Fries or Side Salad. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrito Bowl or Wrap - $24: Sauteed greens, black beans, caramelized onions, brown rice, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo. Choice of Grilled Seitan, Tofu, Tempeh, or Wild Mushrooms. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti A La Bolognese - $25: Truffled roasted garlic tomato sauce, spinach, almond cheese, seitan bolognese. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seitan Picatta - $26: Creamed spinach, wild mushrooms, garlic mashed potatoes, lemon-caper sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Moroccan Spiced Chickpea Cake - $22: Kabocha squash, cauliflower, sauteed broccoli, onions, jalapenos, red pepper coconut curry sauce, apricot-ginger chutney, toasted almonds. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lemon Risotto - $26: Mushrooms, Asparagus, peas, leeks, cashew cream. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cauliflower Crust Pizza - $21: Tomato sauce, cheese, mushrooms, caramelized onions, arugula, truffle oil, balsamic reduction. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Market Platter - $26: Choose any four sides paired with any two Candle dressings. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Polenta Fries with Chipotle Aioli - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac - N - Cheese - $13 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sauteed Wild Mushrooms & Leeks - $13 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seitan Wheatballs - $11: Tomato Basil Truffle Sauce, Garlic Bread. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet and spicy crispy tofu with broccoli - $14 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel Hummus - $14: House made hummus, with chickpea falafel on top, pepper oil. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Carrot Cake - $15: Caramelized pineapple sauce, cream cheese, candied pecans. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Bliss - $15: Cranberry sauce, candied peanuts, caramel sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Ice Cream Single Scoop - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Live Blueberry Pie - $15: Nut and coconut crust, cashew cream, blueberry, date ice cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mango Sticky Rice - $14: Berry sticky rice, mango Sesame seeds and sweet coconut milk. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
Beverages
- Blue Ocean Cocktail - $16: Gin, lemon, agave, St Germain, rose water, Blue spirulina. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Candle Margarita - $16: Tequila, lime, agave, orange liqueur.
- Organic Hot Coffee - $4 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Green Goddess Juice - $13: Kale, spinach, cucumber, celery, apple, ginger, lemon. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Berry Nice Smoothie - $13: Banana, peanut butter, mixed berries, almond milk, cinnamon. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Frequently Asked Questions about Candle
- Is Candle dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Candle has 13 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Falafel Hummus, Mango Sticky Rice and Market Platter.
- What can I eat at Candle on a dairy-free diet?
- Falafel Hummus, Mango Sticky Rice and Market Platter carry the dairy-free tag, out of 13 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Candle have vegan options?
- Yes. 13 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Falafel Hummus and Mango Sticky Rice.
- Is Candle gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Candle?
- Breakfast Burrito, at roughly 62.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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