Wildair
Located in the heart of New York City, Wildair is a trendy yet casual dining spot that offers a delightful New American cuisine experience. This restaurant stands out for its unique flavors, beautiful presentation, and a wide range of vegetarian options.
As a food reviewer of Restaurant World, I had the pleasure of trying out some of the dishes at Wildair, and I must say, I was thoroughly impressed. The Thon Mayo was rich and tasty, perfectly balanced with a touch of acidity. The oysters, adorned with artichoke and infused oil, were a true delight. The pig's head sandwich and the pithivier were both outstanding, showcasing flaky pastry and delicious fillings. The pommes dauphin with uni was a standout dish, combining crispy potatoes with creamy uni in a perfect harmony of flavors.
One of the highlights of my experience at Wildair was the mille feuille, a crispy, flaky pastry with creamy layers and a meringue that just melted in my mouth. Despite a minor hiccup in the pacing of the meal, the overall dining experience was fantastic.
If you're a fan of donuts, don't miss out on Wildair's weekend donuts, which are worth the hype according to customer reviews. With inventive flavors like malted milkshake with amaretto cherry and pistachio almond, these behemoth donuts are packed with flavor and can easily be shared between two people.
Overall, Wildair is a must-visit for those seeking a relaxed yet sophisticated dining experience in the bustling city of New York. From the friendly staff to the diverse menu offerings, this restaurant truly stands out as a gem in the world of culinary delights.
Wildair Menu
Location
Address: 142 Orchard St New York, NY 10002
Phone: (646) 964-5624
Business info
- Takes ReservationsYes
- Offers DeliveryYes
- Offers TakeoutYes
- Many Vegetarian OptionsYes
- Wheelchair accessibleYes
- Accepts Credit CardsYes
- Accepts Apple PayYes
- Outdoor SeatingYes
- Casual, TrendyYes
- LoudYes
- Offers CateringYes
- Good for DinnerYes
- Street ParkingYes
- Waiter ServiceYes
- Free Wi-FiYes
- Full BarYes
- Heated Outdoor SeatingYes
- Covered Outdoor SeatingYes
- Gender-neutral restroomsYes
- Not Good For GroupsNo
- Not Good For KidsNo
- Happy HourNo
- TVNo
- Bike ParkingYes
Last Reviews
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Author: Katy N.
Delicious and interesting dishes. Unique flavors and beautiful presentation. A must-try.
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Author: Josh L.
Wildair is always a genuine treat. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable which are equally important when there's such a long and interesting wine list to be shown around. The vibes are good although I recommend a table if you can get it over the counter seating up against the wall that can feel a little cramped. The main attraction manages to be the food which is an achievement when the wine offerings are as good as they are here. On our latest visit, we had the Thon Mayo which was rich and tasty and cut with the right amount of acid, oysters that were delicious in their own but also nicely adorned with artichoke and infused oil, the pig's head sandwich that was a delight, the pithivier which was a standout for the flakey pastry, tasty melty cheese and a nice little zip from the kimchi, and the pommes dauphin with uni that is basically the perfect thing--crispy potato matched up with creamy uni? Come on. The mille feuille was crisp, flakey, creamy with a meringue that just melted away. Super way to cap off a great meal. Minor gripe: the pacing of our latest meal was off. The Thon Mayo came out quick and we managed to polish it off and have a breather before the oysters arrived, but the pommes, pithivier and pigs head sandwich all came within minutes of each other so couldn't be enjoyed at their hot fresh peak, which is important when delicious melty cheese and crispy potato are involved. The upshot of this was also that we finished 5 savory dishes within an hour of sitting down which felt a bit rushed. Maybe order two cold things and one hot then regroup and carry on.
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Author: Alex H.
The line at 11:30 am for their weekend donuts is absolutely worth the hype. At $9.50/donut, these behemoths are roughly the size of 2-3 donuts and packed with flavor. I tried two inventive flavors: malted milkshake with amaretto cherry on top and pistachio almond. The pistachio almond had this brilliant combination of crumble and icing on top that tasted so nostalgic. The malted pastry cream in the milkshake donut was delightful. Two people could easily split one donut. I had leftovers for several days. They should offer a utensils and a napkin with the donut given the high cost/sticky factor.
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Author: Ulrike W.
Such a great restaurant. Relaxed, casual, and yet so sophisticated. I ate there a while back, but came across my picture of their clam dish, so I felt inspired to find a great review. Everything in ate was delicious, the staff was great, and while the simple decor wouldn't expose their upscale quality, it really IS upscale in very humble manner. Love it.