Amazing food. Everything we've tried has been great. Even dined there twice in one week.

It was through watching "Next Iron Chef" that I became aware of Marco Canora and his ability to produce mouth-watering dishes that looked so tantalizing on my TV screen. I felt he was a shoe-in to win the competition, being so intrigued by his dishes and his general likability. I would have never predicted his eventual loss to Marc Forgione (a chef whose food I tasted before and was actually repulsed by). I really felt he was wronged. Regardless though, I wanted to try out Hearth as soon as possible, as I knew I was going to be in for a good meal -- and I wasn't disappointed! Dinner began with an attractive amuse bouche, a shot glass of Tuscan bean soup. There was a lot of great flavor that was captured in this small sample. I thought it did a great job to raise expectations for the food to come. For the appetizer, I went with the red wine braised octopus ($16). What a delight it is to eat properly prepared octopus! The texture was perfect, and the dish boasted a lot of flavor. The soft, suppleness of the octopus was contrasted nicely by the diced celery and diced potatoes. To temper the wine, fresh parsley, black olives, and a lemon aioli were additionally incorporated. Enjoying this progression of food quite well, I was becoming reminiscent of my travels in Italy. Not bad at all. For the main course, I had the cacciucco ($30). This is one of my favorite dishes in the world, and I was happy to see Chef Canora do it justice. It's a cornucopia of delights from the sea. This rendition included striped bass, mussels, Manila clams, "head-on" shrimp, and calamari. It can be tricky to get it just right. Ideally you want to have the taste of the ocean in each of the ingredients, but you also want the spicy tomato sauce to bring the elements together. That execution of harmony and good taste can be difficult to come by, and this dish was an excellent study. This is really comfort food at its very best. The reduced sauce just begs to be sopped up with bread, and those "head on" shrimp are gorgeous to look at and even better to taste. So delightful, this dish can not be missed. We were so overcome by our unexpectedly good dinner, that we actually passed on dessert. We were full and savoring the taste. As we proceeded to the front to claim our coats before leaving, guess who was seated by the hostess? None other than Chef Canora himself! It's not often you have the chance to personally thank a famous chef for their wonderful contributions. He was so amiable and friendly, chatting us up. I thought to myself, this is a great place! Truly the best food that East Village has to offer, and yet the ambiance is decidedly laid-back and casual. I really like that balance. Highly recommend. read more

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Hearth has been a staple in New York City's dining scene for over a decade, but it was only in the past year that they rolled out their weekend brunch service. In all honesty, I was surprised that it had taken them so long to implement, but after a quick skim of the menu, I immediately made a reservation for two for brunch. Nestled on a busy street in East Village, Hearth has a fairly nondescript exterior and it took me a few tries until I found the entrance. Nonetheless, I was greeted by a perfect brunch setting on this Saturday afternoon; an open dining area, plenty of floor to ceiling windows that let in an abundance of sunlight, and a simplistic array of furniture that blended in with the wood-themed interior. Once we were seated at our table, we were pleasantly surprised with a greeting from Chef Marco Canora. He had stepped out of the kitchen to personally hand us a small amuse bouche for the day, a tiny glass filled with a sweet, frothy orange-based drink. It was a nice touch to see him in the dining room throughout the day, greeting diners and asking them about their meal. We did, however, have to decide on our plates and turned our attention to the menu. Hearth's brunch menu isn't too off the cuff, but there are some interesting interpretations and modifications to traditional items that make these dishes unique. Their Florentina, for example, is paired with pig trotters and it was the first time that I had seen kale in the same dish as baked eggs. The latter caught my eye, though, and with a nod of approval from our waitress, I decided on my meal. The Baked Eggs are, at first glance, a fairly simple plate: two lightly baked eggs are plated a top a melange of tuscan kale and shredded pork sausage. Two slices of toasted sourdough slices drizzled in olive oil are served on the side to finish off the dish. The kale and shredded pork was surprisingly delicious; the kale had been generously braised and seasoned and the pork added a savory meatiness to the combination. It was with no small amount of delight that I cut into the eggs, and the resulting combination of the runny yolk, kale, and pork was heavenly. The portion was just right - filling, but not too substantial. We decided to finish our meal on a sweeter note and ordered the Apple Cider Donut Holes. A small plate of them arrived quickly afterwards, consisting of 7 lightly glazed donut holes that were topped off with a sprinkle of confectioner's sugar. They were surprisingly dense, sweet, and with a significant apple flavor in each bite. In sum, it was a satisfying, peaceful brunch that we had here. Professional staff, well-prepared and unfussy food, and a delightful dining ambiance ensured a solid experience. At the very least, I can vouch for Hearth during its earlier hours and I'd definitely look forward to their dinner service, where the offerings seem even more delicious. read more

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Hearth, I've given you so many chances, but I think it's time we both move on. I just really don't think it's going to work out. It's not you, it's me. But mostly you. I've come here with the same friend three times over the past two years. The first time the A/C was broken in the dead of summer, and the second time resulted in a bout of food poisoning. Yet, we decided to make a third and final trip to see if this place could finally convince us why this place is such a big deal among our friends and the Yelp community. Unfortunately, the third time wasn't the charm. Mind you, it was our best experience here among the three, but in my mind, there were just too many cons versus pros to warrant anything more than 3.5 stars (rounded down because of our prior visits).. So let's get to it. Pros -Prime location in the East Village. Perfect if you want hit up a bar for post-dinner drinks. -Cool space. Chic, but not pretentious. -Friendly, down to earth servers. Very knowledgeable about the menu. -If you have to order two dishes make it (1) the warm autumn vegetables and (2) the gnocchi. The vegetables are autumn in a bowl. The pumpkin and squash pair perfectly with the maple vinaigrette. Comfort food at its finest. And the gnocchi are absolute pillows of heaven. Probably the best I've ever had. Cons -Arrived on time for 8pm reservation. Still waited 15 minutes for our table to be prepped. -Food took about 45 minutes to get to our table from the time we ordered. -While the fluke dish was tasty, the fish itself was just way too overcooked and dried out. -Everyone seems to swoon over the veal and ricotta meatballs. Not sure why. Fairly muted flavors. It was okay, not great. And the "cacio e pepe" polenta the meatballs were served on was nothing to write home about. Honestly, I feel like I could make a comparable dish at home. -The food is just too expensive for what it is. This is really my biggest gripe with this place. I'm more than willing to shell out $60+ for a meal if the food is worth it, but the quality and the flavors of the food have to be there, for the entire meal, and not for just a couple of dishes. read more

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Went here with some friends to grab a bite to eat for dinner on a Friday night. We made a reservation and the place was pretty crowded, but it never quite hit capacity. We were all very hungry, so we decided to split a few dishes: Garlic bread (3 stars): I was hoping this would be super garlicky and hit high flavor marks, but it was a bit underwhelming. Fava bean salad (4 stars): This was actually one of my favorite dishes of the night as the salad was super fresh and quite tasty on top of the grilled bread. Smashes cucumbers (4 stars): This was one of the specials of the night and was a quite refreshing and flavorful starter. Monkfish (4 stars): This was a well-cooked dish that was a decent size. The black garlic and broth really came together well with the fish. Pork milanese (4 stars): This was another one of my favorite dishes of the night as it was cooked perfectly and had a nice texture and flavor with the garlic breadcrumbs. Whole grain maccheroni (3.5 stars): The ragu was very good--but the dish seemed pretty one-dimensional overall. Old-fashioned donuts (3.5 stars): This dessert was decent, but nothing to write home about. A decent size to split, but nothing you definitely have to order. Overall, this place served up some super fresh and tasty food. While nothing really blew us away flavor-wise, everything was quite solid and was well-balanced. The service was friendly and attentive and the chilled pinot that we shared at the table was quite pleasant. Definitely a bit on the pricier side for East Village, but it's easy to see why it has been such a mainstay. read more

Went here on a friday night with a group of 8. Very busy as are most places. STEAMED LITTLENECK CLAMS: So simple, but so good. Very tasty and would order again. Rating 10/10 ROASTED COD: Cooked perfectly. not very large on the plate but was filling. Rating: 8/10 SEAWEED BROTH: Delicious and one of my favorites. Light and healthy, would order again. Rating: 8/10 GARLIC BREAD: Got one order of this and then another. Everyone at the table enjoyed this. Rating: 10/10 BUCKWHEAT PIZZOCHERI: Loved this dish. This was the dish I orderd but I tried it and immediatly wished I had. Not something ive had before. Rating 10/10 VARIETY BURGER: I didnt try this but the person who ordered it is a bit of a burger snob. He enjoyed it and said it was something he would order again. the meal was something special according to him. As per him Rating 10/10 POTATO GNOCCHI: Tasty but nothing you havent tried before. Rating 8/10 WHOLE GRAIN RIGATONI: Pork ragu was very good. Not a very large portion size. Rating 9/10 Cocktails: FROG & BEAR - Very good. I got two of these. (blended whisky, black slrap rum. grapefruit, organic sugar, lime.) Rating 9/10 RETURN OF SLOTH KING - Very smooth, easy to drink. (bianco tequila, cynar. aperol, ginger, lime.) THE SOFTEST KITTY - Comes in a bottle which is cool. havent seen a drink presented this way before. (rye. gran classico. cream sherry) Overall: Tried some of the deserts but nothing too special. Tasty food overall and would go back again. Portions are small which makes for an expensive meal. Would eat here again. read more

Hearth - Varietal burger - New American Near Me - New York, New York

The dressier older sister to Terroir, Hearth is a charming restaurant with a glowing ambience that lives up to its quiet emberous name. I met a friend for a leisurely Sunday dinner and had a lovely time. An amuse bouche of warm fava bean soup was a nice, appropriate choice for a rainy evening, and I drained my little glass in a couple long measured swallows. We decided on the cucina povera menu, a three-course dinner for $35, with wine pairing for another $15. The first course was an escarole salad with walnuts and pecorino, a standard salad, but nice with good cheese. The main was a grilled flat iron steak with market greens and cannellini beans. The steak was cooked a pretty medium rare, and it was tasty if nothing special. The best course was the dessert, a pistachio budino with creme fraiche and sour cherries and sour cherry sauce. It was rich and creamy but with a touch of salt and a little bit of tang from the creme fraiche and cherries. The pistachio flavor came through in a big way, and the cherries were wilted down soft and delicious. The wine pairing turned out to be something of a steal. I thought each course would come with a little splash of wine, but $15 bought three full glasses. The first was a light fruity white poured from a box. I'd never seen box wine at a restaurant, but our server assured us of its quality, and I have to say, I really enjoyed it. The second was a syrupy thick syrah that was very good with the steak, if a bit much to handle on its own. With dessert we got a powerful bit of port that tasted a bit sharply alcoholic but that I gulped down nonetheless. I was fairly tipsy by the end of this meal. Bravo. The service was great - our waitress was friendly, engaging, and enthusiastic, eager to answer questions. While the food was nothing mind-blowing, it was good overall, and the wine was swell and plentiful. In the end, I might prefer Terroir, but Hearth is different and I enjoyed my meal. I would definitely recommend it for a nice dinner out in the village. read more

Just had a Goldilocks moment with this place! When you find your perfect brunch spot, then you realize all the other brunch spots you've had before were "too hold" or "too cold" and this perfect place has everything "just right". I feel like a family of bears will now barge in and chase me away! Two complimentary treats from the chef: amuse-bouche to start the meal & platter of dessert to close the meal. Service was thoughtful and professional. I couldn't be more impressed. read more

Really nice fixed thanksgiving menu, I'll return to try the a la carte. Surprisingly simple, hearty and wholesome fair - attentive and knowledgeable service and a pleasant dining room environment. Why not 5 stars? Probably to do with the fact that a couple of items on the thanksgiving menu weren't totally to my taste (still can't get my head around pumpkin pie) and at $300 for 2 with one glass of wine, it wasn't the cheapest (but it was a set menu) Reviewing this visit only and I'll be back to eat of the open menu and hopefully add that 5th star... read more

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While Hearth has been getting quite a lot of buzz recently, I will say that if you factor the "hype" along with the price tag, Hearth is by far a sub-par experience. I would certainly have rated this three stars had I not heard such great things. #1 The Service On a Friday night, this place is packed, and to Hearth that translates into the fleeting attention of a pretentious hipster waiter. On the flip side, I will say that Hearth is chock-full of helpful B and C level wait staff (i.e. your food runners, bus boys etc.). and our waiter did have a good grasp on the wine list. But ultimately, the service left much to be promised; with large gaps of time between ordering wine, our first and second courses, and paying the bill. I think we were in the restaurant for three hours, and with a party of four that's pretty much unacceptable. #2 The Food To start our table ordered the Grilled Quail with Farro, Carrot, Leek, Quail Egg, and Tomato. The Quail was a tiny savory nugget of deliciousness, but sadly, the bed of farro and tomato that it was tenderly laid upon was bland (farro) and made NO sense with the flavor palate of the dish (tomato). We also ordered the Grilled Florida Octopus with Potato, Celery, Smoked Black Olives and Aioli, which was awesome. The flavors worked really well together, which is more than I can say for it's appetizer counterpart. For entrees we had Poached Florida Red Snapper with Smoked Ham Consommé, Green Garbanzo Beans, Peas and Spring Onion- the consomme was served in a large wide bowl which meant that after pouring, the broth became cold within minutes. Rookie mistake. Otherwise the dish was mediocre at best. The Lesso Misto with Chicken Thigh, House-Made Cotechino, Short Rib and Veal Tongue. Apparently this was very tasty, althought sadly, was not my dish. I did sample the house-made cotechino which was pretty tasty. Roasted Chatham Cod with Smoked Chickpeas, Tuscan Kale and Baccalá- which was reportedly uneventful at best. And the Veal and Ricotta Meatballs with Spinach Cannelloni. This dish was really delicious and most definitely kept us happy for the evening, the meatballs were perfectly textured and balanced, and the cannelloni was subtle and played the necessary supporting role to these meatballs. Unfortunately, giving me three meatballs and a 3 inch cut of cannelloni for $30 is NOT going to win me over. #3 The Cost For two bottles of wine, two appetizers and four "decent at best" entrees, to charge $315 BEFORE tip is absolutely outrageous. The food and the service were not good enough to back the price. And the wine we chose from the wine list were on the cheaper side of what Hearth had to offer. Kind of an overall bummer given the accolade Hearth has received. read more

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We got to Hearth before they opened and spotted Chef Canora sitting by the window (like a nervous school girl, I didn't want to make eye contact or acknowledge his presence). They referred me to their sister wine bar (Terrior) which is about 80 feet down the block. I took full advantage of their happy hour deals ($6 malbec and a free sherry) and went back to Hearth to make our reservation time. We were seated and already had an idea of what we wanted since we had scouted the menu earlier. We went with the following: - Grilled Quail - Sweetbread Piccata - Veal and Ricotta Meatballs - Roasted Lola Duck - Potato Puree - Pecan Tart Everything was good, but the sides really stood out: the farro (whole grain wheat similar in texture to couscous) used in the Grilled Quail and the Potato Puree were plate licking good. I saw Chef Canora again on the way out and I didn't want to be "that guy" to ask him for a picture - maybe next time. read more

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Came here for my birthday dinner with my boyfriend. We got the tasting menu, which was 7 courses (5 savory and 2 sweet) and it was absolutely delicious. I only had problems with one course which was octopus, I'm not a huge fan, but I tried it and it wasn't too bad. Our waitress was wonderully accomodating, even putting a candle on the last dessert course and wishing me a happy birthday. Our other waiter was also accomodating, always asking if we had enough bread, if he could take our plates. The ambiance was wonderful and I really enjoyed myself. I hope to come back here soon! read more

Hearth - Goat cheese cheesecake - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Love this restaurant. One of my favorites In NYC for elegant yet rustic Italian. Chef Marco Canora is so talented and thoughtful with all the courses. The octopus is the best I have ever had. All the pasta dishes and slow cooked meats are outstanding. Wine list is extensive and the wait staff is attentive and knowledgable. read more

Hearth - Me and Chef Canora. So talented! - New American Near Me - New York, New York

My boyfriend and I spontaneously walked into Hearth for a Friday date-night dinner and have to admit that this may be our new favorite place on the lower east side. The restaurant was perfectly filled enough to be able to have a conversation with out yelling across the table. The ambiance is full of warmth and the bar when you walk in still has a trendy feel. There are also convenient high top tables on the side if you weren't able to snag a table. If you haven't discovered orange wine yet, I highly recommend you try it here. Hearth has a passionate sommelier who will give you her honest opinion and not just sell you the most expensive bottle. They have a large selection of orange wines which is difficult to come by. We tried a bottle of the Catarratto 2014 Sicily which fell on the lighter side of a spectrum between blood orange and lightly pigmented orange. It had a bit of a tropical hint and went down smoothly with the meal. Our meal began with a complimentary winter squash + lentil soup that had light lemon yogurt drizzle. The portions are meant to serve two or more so my boyfriend and I chose to order the braised short rib with sliced carrots and red wine, the potato gnocchi with sage butter and parm, and of course the garlic bread. My only complaint is that the braised short rib is too good to be shared! The flavor is so insanely good that if you share it, make sure you get the larger piece. Will definitely be coming back to this LES gem! read more

Hearth - New American Near Me - New York, New York

I came here for brunch last Sunday with a girlfriend. I was really looking forward to it because of the great yelp reviews. I knew my no brainier choice would be the meatballs with polenta. I absolutely love polenta and I like to try meatballs everywhere I go. So far these don't even crack the top 40. The meatballs were not juicy and delicious like meatballs are supposed to be. They were kind of dry and flavorless to be honest. The polenta wasn't bad at all but there should have been more of it. They majorly skimped on the ratio of polenta to meatball. I was super disappointed. I ate it anyway and took my extra meatball and a half home. I tried my friends pancakes and those were pretty delicious. Maybe I ordered the wrong thing or maybe it was an off day. I don't know but the I was sad. I would come back to try their dinner. It had to just be an off day read more

Hearth - Veal and ricotta meatballs - New American Near Me - New York, New York

This place is absolutely beautiful and intimate for date night . Dark lightning and there's a box on each table which says enjoy your night put your cell phones here and be in the moment . The minute we walked in the waiter gave us a nice creamy soup to try in a shot glass which was out of this world . I highly recommend trying "the rainbow" which gives you an option to try 3 half portions of wine. Each wine and unique and our waiter did a great job explaining each wine , the country, and its unique taste as he poured. The potato gnocchi , sourdough bread , and pasta dish with pork risotto was delicious. The menu says for the table so the portion sizes aren't like a huge entree portion . The portion sizes are a little bigger than an appetizer , so it's neat to order 3-4 dishes and split them for the table. Enjoy and happy eating read more

Hearth - Potato Gnocchi - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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I recently had the fortune of enjoying a delicious brunch with two of my favorite people at Hearth, a restaurant I read about in Timothy Ferriss's book, the 4-Hour Chef. In the book, Timothy emphatically describes the culinary prowess of Marco Canora, the chef-owner of Hearth and Terroir. After seeing many positive reviews about their brunch, I booked a table shortly after the new year. There was still snow on the ground when Anna and I stepped out of the cab. We were running 10 minutes late and Miho had already texted that she was close by. We gingerly stepped over newly formed slush puddles, a result of New York's bipolar weather. The entrance to Hearth isn't where you think it is. The correct entrance can be found around the corner on 12th street. The first thing I noticed was a beautiful bookshelf filled with cookbooks, memoirs, and Marco's book, Salt to Taste. Miho arrived late after getting confused with the wrong door. Pretty standard. After the three of us settled down and placed our orders, I looked around and saw many menus from famous restaurants around the world hanging on the wall. Naturally, the menu next to me was from Sukiyabashi Jiro. Below is an accompanying letter. After my fanboy moment passed, we were treated to a delicious chai latte drink that filled the area with a spiced aroma and warmed our bodies. The first course was apple cider donut holes which were recommended by yelpers. The dish didn't disappoint - the aroma of caramelized apples made me swallow hard as I brought the first donut to my mouth. Warm flecks of apple greeted me as the donut flaked apart. The dusting of sugar was a nice touch that made us hungry for more. The veal and ricotta meatballs were satisfyingly juicy and the cheesy polenta was creamy. Simple, rustic, what more could you ask for. I was glad when Miho selected a healthy vegetable frittata since my resolution was to refrain from meat twice a week for the month of January. Miho wrote an inspiring article that was published on HuffPo which focused on monthly resolutions and keeping your friends accountable. We continued talking about resolutions and goals for 2014 but were distracted a few times by the fluffy buckwheat ricotta pancakes with banana, walnuts, and maple syrup. The service and brunch was great and definitely warrants a trip back to check out their dinner menu. (For the full entry, visit www.scrumphsus.com/blog/2014/2/3/hearth) read more

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Oh Hearth...you have my heart. I cannot believe that it's taken me so long to try you out, but I'm so glad I did Atmosphere - very cozy and cute Service - excellent! I loved my waiter, and he kept checking to make sure that everything was to my liking Food - I started with the frisée salad, which was very good! Then, I chowed down on the veal and ricotta meatballs over polenta. The meatballs were light and fluffy, and were smothered in a very flavorful tomato sauce. They were some of the best I've ever tasted. The polenta was great, too! read more

Hearth - Dee-lish! - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Stopped in for a glass of wine. Unfortunately the bar area is too small, so my husband and I sat on the bench by the check in, which was a little awkward. The guy working at the bar had a decent level of knowledge about wine, but I unfortunately didn't love my wine ultimately. Good for a pit spot. Would love to try the food next time. read more

Really fantastic outdoor dining experience. It felt like being on the Italian riviera! The burger was cooked to perfection. Surprisingly it had no bun but that made it even healthier and more delicious. It was accompanied by perfectly cooked potatoes and a pickle. I recommend you also order the warm vegetables as a side with it because they have a wonderful garlic flavor that compliments the burger and adds even another dimension of flavor. The cecina chickpea appetizer bread with olive tapenade was also absolutely delicious. We had this with the snow pea salad which was also cooked to perfection. The service was friendly and wonderful. And we ended the meal with a slice of pistachio cake, which had a yogurt mousse on the side and was amazingly delicious. Perfect for date night in alphabet city / east village. read more

Last month, my boyfriend and I had brunch with a friend at Hearth. Hearth is different and unique from other restaurants I have had brunch at. The food, the menu, the decor - simple and rustic. Our waitress was very friendly and helpful, she shared with us the most popular menu items and how they were made. We started off with the apple cider doughnuts. I had read reviews prior to our brunch and found out that the apple cider doughnuts were a popular item to order at Hearth. The doughnuts were lightly glazed and topped off with a sprinkle of confectioner's sugar. I'm not huge fan of doughnuts, but these were surprisingly good. They were sweet, dense, and each bit had apple flavoring in it. Our friend had the Veal and Ricotta meatballs which was a dish recommended by our waitress. Our friend gave us a meatball and some polenta to try and it was fantastic! I really enjoyed the veal and ricotta meatballs. The sauce from the meaballs mixed with the polenta was like the perfect marriage. I've never had polenta before, but the taste and texture is identical to grits. Our waitress also recommended the Pig Trotter "Fiorentina" with Fried Eggs and my boyfriend ended up ordering this. The Pig Trotter "Fiorentina" is really just braised pig feet. I was a little bit jealous that my boyfriend ordered this because his dish tasted a lot better compared to mine and I love pig feet. The pig feet was cooked just right, soft, velvety. I ordered the Poached Eggs with Tuscan Kale and Pork Sausage. I found out about this menu item on Yelp. I like kale and I like poached eggs, so that's another reason why I ordered this dish. Unfortunately, I wasn't too thrilled with my dish. It came with two slices of toasted sourdough bread that was drizzled with olive oil and served on the side of the dish. The kale and shredded pork was a little too salty for me. Our brunch experience was pleasant at Hearth. I would recommend coming here for brunch because the brunch and style of cooking is different from most brunch spots. read more

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Unsuspecting exterior, then you walk in and it's bustling. The brick walls and warm wood are complimented by exquisite painting of beets & tomatoes the size of murals. The best part an employee who is an artists did all of the works. I thought it was great they had a relationship to the work and their worker. I came by myself walked a half hour, and it was well worth it. The hostess was a matriarch - warm, inviting, commanded a presence but exuded a genuine care. I felt as if I could have been the only one there, but it was packed. She walked calmly, slowly - ensuring everything was perfect and each person was attended too. Not asking but carefully watching. My waitress was equally lovely. My favorite part was the garlic bread. Perfect texture, both soft & crunchy. Parsley, real garlic, and acidic lemon. read more

Brunch was disappointing, as i love their brodo bone broth store and was looking forward to visiting here service was good (apart from bringing out one wrong dish), but the food was just very bland raghu was ok. maybe the hummus and vegetables was the best dish also "thick cut bacon" was actually just regular thin bacon read more

The great thing about living in NYC is that there are so many restaurants to try, that you could live here for years and still not get to everything. The bad thing about living in NYC is that there are so many restaurants to try, that you could live here for years and still not get to everything. So, you feel really lucky when a restaurant has been operating for years, so that you can still get a chance to dine there. Thankfully, Hearth in the East Village is one of these places, so, I finally got to check it out. This Italian inspired restaurant focuses on seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, served in a casual, yet sophisticated, environment. All of the aesthetic elements give you the feeling of warmth and comfort, paying homage to the restaurant's namesake. I went in for brunch, and while the menu sounded great, I opted to go for my own build-a-brunch and ordered a couple starters as my main. First, I had their Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs. Now, I'm not a huge deviled egg person, but I love smoked salmon, so, that trumped the former. I really loved these, and if you enjoy smoked salmon, you're not going to want to eat a regular deviled egg again. They have a really nice balance of the smoked salmon flavor mixed in the creamy and smooth yolk filling. Then, they're topped with a little piece of crispy fried fish skin, adding a touch of crunch and texture. Then, I had the Balsamic Marinated Eggplant Toast with Ricotta and Basil. These little toast bites were amazing. They might look small, but they're pretty mighty, topped with delicious and hearty ingredients, they make for an excellent part of your meal, or, as an appetizer to share. The eggplant has a fantastic sweet and slightly smokey flavor, completely tender, and a touch of tang from the balsamic. Then, the creamy ricotta adds a nice richness to the toasts, topped with basil for some fresh herb flavor. read more

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I found out about Hearth after watching last season of Next Iron Chef on Foodnetwork. Marco Canora (owner of Hearth) was in finals but lost to Marc Forgione (owner of Marc Forgione). They were both very good, just had different styles of cooking. Canora was known on the show for more tradional italian food. But after I went to Hearth, I don't think his menu is all that tradional, it's more modern-tradional cooking. Anyhow... I'm not easily impressed when it comes to famous restaurants. I'm not impressed just by the name or reputation unless food matches all the hype. I found Hearth not bad but it wouldn't be on top of my list for trendy/italian food. The place itself is warm and pretty - good lighting. It serves any occasion, whether it's a date, work lunch/dinner, casual dining etc. I wasn't crazy about the neighborhood though. I don't really hang out there and there isn't much to do in the area before or after dinner. My coworker suggested a wine bar right next door called Terroir Wine Bar. Canora actually owns it too. So if you don't want to show up for your reservation too early and want to have a glass of wine ahead of time - that bar might be your best choice. As for the food, I have tried few things there: First Course: SWEETBREAD PICCATA - very good GRILLED QUAIL - very nice too (Quail Egg on top makes everything better) Meat: VEAL AND RICOTTA MEATBALLS over Spaghetti - good (it's hard to mess up meatballs) ROASTED LOLA DUCK - good but a little tough and I liked the crispy skin Sides: Potato Purèe - looooved it - must try! Dessert: PECAN TART (Golden Raisin Compote, Cinnamon Ice Cream) - very nice and light read more

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Atmosphere is really great. Cozy and super yum! I had the "Cecina" and my friend who introduced me to Hearth had the bone broth! Twice Because it simply is soooooo good! The entire staff is friendly and super considerate! Can't wait to introduce more people to this gem read more

It was out first time there and unfortunately, the last. The ambience is nice, wait staff was good. The food, however, was incredibly overpriced for what it was. The portions (we had cod and steak) are laughably small; entrees come in appetizer size. read more

Great place for dinner on a Friday night with good service. I was running late, but they still accommodated my friends who were waiting by allowing them to sit which is sometimes hard to get in NYC. The food was great! I stated by sharing the lettuce & vegetables salad which was sooo good as the sunchoke tasted like potato chips on top which really brought all the flavor and textures. The pappardelle with duck is a definite order and the apple cider doughnuts for dessert is a must have even if you're not hungry as it is AMAZING! read more

Hearth has a great ambience and distinctive market-driven menu. Yet there are some things at this restaurant that are not quite fitting with its reputation and price range. First, with a reservation at 1:30pm on Sunday and the restaurant being 1/3 empty, there should be no excuse for nearly an hour wait for our table. The hostess said it was because we changed the number of people from 5 to 6. Really? I could find 5 different ways to arranged the non-occupied tables to sit a party of six. It's not rocket science. After we finally sat down at a table after an hour, our waiter was very nice to present the menu. By presenting, I mean he literally named and described every single brunch item on the menu with great enthusiasm. I loved his energy and help, but honestly, after an hour staring at this one page menu, I could pretty much recite the items. I would've totally appreciated it if he had mentioned something that I wasn't able to read from the menu. Then there was the wait for our food. With 5 orders of Kale & Eggs ( the dish includes exactly what it sounds like), the time it took seemed like eternity, or enough time for someone to run to the farm and pick up some fresh kale. The food itself actually wasn't too bad. The portion isn't much, but it's good for your own health. The summer squash bruschetta was the bomb. read more

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''Hearth'' in East Village'' This time patrolling I didn't order a lot...(~_~).....Why? a. I wasn't very hungry. b. I thought the menu was bit pricier than I expected. The three of us shared three different dishes. The best dish, by far, was RICOTTA SFORMATO Roasted Mushroom Trifolati, Gremolata, Parmigiano 19 yet over price!!!! read more

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A classy but cozy restaurant with a nice ambiance. The waitress was extremely friendly and attentive. We ordered the restaurant week menu: cold zucchini soup as a starter, pesto pasta as an entree, and panacotta for dessert. Overall the dishes were prepared very well: no complicated presentations, but the freshness of each ingredient really shone through. The star of the show was the dessert - they added a hint of basil to the panacotta, and it was topped with berry jam and cookie crisps, creating a sublime mix of rich cream and refreshing flavors. Giving 4 stars instead of 5 because it was pricey given their small portion sizes. read more

I had the tasting menu ($72 - See pictures for what I had) The experience was good overall and each course got progressively better. With the exception of the soup which was kind of lame, everything else was fairly orgasmic. The server was very friendly. The set-up is also very good for dates, with a row of two seaters along the side. Of course, b/c of the close proximity, you can also take your date to ChikaLicious after. Good Date Restaurant? Yes! Chances of Returning: 70% read more

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Hearth takes a serious approach to farm-to-table eating and has a very strong focus on sourcing from great suppliers for their cuisine. We had 4 people so instead of going with the tasting menu we decided to create our own: - House made Charcuterie (Duck Breast, Lardo, Rabbit Ballotine, Chicken Liver Pate, Duck Rillette, Head Cheese, Rabbit tart, and Pickled Vegetables). This was one of the better charcuterie plates I've ever had... like something straight out of the Ruhlman/Polcyn/Keller book. - Salmon belly - Slow Poached Egg - Sweetbreads - Grass-fed Sirloin - Washugyu Beef Cheek (Holy Cow! There was 5 large slices of beef cheek, all of which were perfect and very rich) - Pappardelle with braised goat - Halibut What we learned was that the food here is in very large portions and is extremely rich. There's absolutely no need to order an appetizer and a main for everybody. Get the apps you want and share a main... trust me when I say you'll be more than happy. read more

We had an excellent brunch at Hearth. We brought an out-of-town visitor here so we were really trying to find a place that was pretty, had the correct ambiance, and most of all, produced strong and interesting brunch cocktails and excellent food. Hearth was the perfect combination. If I had to pick one thing I'd say the overall look and presentation of the food and drinks were what surprised us. Everything was gorgeous (our guest was snapping pictures left and right). An added bonus was that everything we ate tasted absolutely wonderful. If I had any complaints it would be that the staff, overall, wasn't the friendliest. But to each his own. It was a little dark inside the space, but we sat by the window so it was perfect for us. In any case, we'll definitely be back... read more

There really aren't words in the English vocabulary to describe the amazing food, service, and atmosphere of Hearth Restaurant. Before going, I spent some time online scouring the menu and reading through the web site. What impressed me immediately was this restaurant has the greatest manifesto ever, and their take on service and hospitality is equal to what I'd expect from being hosted at a friends house. In person, they delivered on all counts. Beyond the service and atmosphere is the food. I have never had such an amazing food experience. Every bite, every morsel, sent shocks of glee and serenity to my brain. I know, I'm gushing, but seriously ... we had the New Zealand Snapper Crudo and Sea Scallops (off the tasting menu) for appetizer. I had the Roasted Wild Stripped Bass and my date had the Roasted Duck Breast. We also had the Gnochi (served in a white sauce) and the Hen of the Woods Mushroom sides. For dessert my date had the Chocolate-Peanut Butter Tart and I had two cheeses matched to my wine by our waitress. The Crudo and the Scallops were the highlight, that said, everything was delicious. Rely on your servers, ask questions, don't hesitate to ask for something off the tasting menu, if they can do it, they will. The servers will take excellent care of you and make great recommendations. Most importantly, read the wine list and descriptions, specifically for the Clos Saron. If the description doesn't make you want to go out and be a vintner, it will at least make you want to order the wine. It is, to date, the best wine I've ever tasted! We had the La Cuve Mystrieuse, the bottle was actually numbered. I think we had #730 out of 1,316. If you ask, they will remove the label and stick to a piece of their letterhead for you. I had to have sip between every bite of food it was that good. I definitely plan on returning to little gem, and an plan to sit and fest at the bar, for a more casual experience! Update: Since I have sat at the bar for a drink. I ordered a dirty martini and it was so gross I thought the olive juice had gone bad. So the bartender made me a new one. The new one was just as difficult to drink. The bartender saw me drink NONE OF IT ... and offered nothing. This is not the kind of service I would expect at Hearth. read more

Hearth - New American Near Me - New York, New York

After hearing about the James Beard nomination for a spot that typically isn't crowded I couldn't wait to come here. For starters: You can make reservations for brunch. Every New Yorker's dream come true. It's also great for groups, (!!!!) and in a central spot. We split the veal meatballs with ricotta polenta (delicious), grilled veggies (yummy) and the apple cider donuts (divine). Will definitely have to return for dinner. Such a lovely spot! Service was great and it was a great experience. read more

Hearth was not my first choice for dinner this evening. I foolishly forgot to make reservations then needed to scramble to find a place. For some reason, they had a late night option available. My tardiness turned out to be fortuitous. I split two vegetable dishes with a guest and both were excellent. The Fava Bean Salad was laced with Pecorino and served over crunchy toast. The Roasted Vegetables were pea pods, peas and a beautiful seed humus tinted with lemon. People have died for baked polenta this good. Buttery, cheesy, rich, with the only side note the excessive Rosemary on the top. I'd suggest taking the spice off, dice it and toss a bit back in. Hominy-crusted pork chop! Who thinks of such creative combos? The chop was served with sausage and carrots an melted in my mouth. My guest also enjoyed the cod. For dessert, we elected to try the "Chocolate Tasting" which consisted of a flight of dessert wines (wide interpretation here, please) and chocolates with a variety of cocoa percentages. This was a fun, fun option that promoted lots of conversation revolving around opinions and reasons. I could not be more pleased and fascinated by dinner at Hearth. Even though we were the last people to leave on that late night, the staff was still helpful and energized. They could have understandably rushed us out and plugged in the sweeper while we finished, but did not. That made a world of difference. Loved this place and will do much in my power to revisit them soon. read more

Love the vibe and the food is pretty great too. Hearth is great for group dinners as well as dates - it's very dimly lit and romantic. Not too loud, not too scene-y, just good food and good service. The menu here has tons of options and having tried quite a few dishes, I think the veggies here trump the meats. Favorites include the buckwheat gemelli with mushrooms (so rich and flavorful), the gnocchi, the garlic bread (sooooo buttery), and the purple kale sprouts (describing it wouldn't do it justice, it's such a lovely vegetable preparation you just have to try it). On the meat side, the calamari and broth are solid, and the ricotta meatballs are only okay. The service is really good here. The waitresses are super knowledgeable about the menu and helpful, and not too pushy. The dining style is more sharing-oriented and the food comes at a good pace so you can enjoy every dish. This is definitely going to become a go to spot for comforting but unique Italian food. read more

Mothers Day brunch was done here. Goof ball and I made our way to the city to celebrate and spend a little time before I head out to work. A shot glass of complimentary hot tea to start us off was a good touch. We got their grilled bread with wild mushrooms and ricotta to share.Satisfyingly great. I definitely loved this mix. I may be biased since I have this somewhat love affair with mushrooms but who cares, this is a definite must. For my meal, I got their poached eggs with kale and sausage. As much as I regret saying this, I'd have to have to be honest and say that it was a big ewwwww. I love kale. And I love poached eggs. I do not know what happened here. I tried to look for anything to save that kale but found none. I'm sorry but I will be passing on Hearth for anything. read more

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After all these years, this place is still one of my favorite restaurants in the city. The food remains delicious but also interesting and creative. The staff are always helpful and knowledgeable about the menu and food and wine in general. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. Glad they've lasted this long, and I look forward to returning many times! read more