The "No Compromise" Dinner: A Deep Dive into Water + Flour's Evening Menu


If you’ve ever been stuck in that group chat debate where one person wants sushi, another wants pizza, and the third is strictly eating "clean," you know the struggle. It usually ends with someone compromising and eating a sad side salad.

But not at Water + Flour.

The dinner menu at this SoHo staple is the culinary equivalent of a peace treaty. It brings together high-end raw bar options ("Water") and comforting, fermented carbs ("Flour") in a way that actually makes sense.

I’ve combed through their latest dinner menu to bring you the "Must-Orders" for your next night out.

The Starters: Truffles and Guac

Do not look at the menu and skip the Small Plates. You need a table snack while you decide on your main course.

  • Uptown Parmesan Truffle Fries ($9): These are mandatory. They come with garlic aioli and are the perfect salty start to the meal.

  • Asian Water Guacamole ($11): This isn't your standard chip-dip.1 It’s got sesame seeds, togarashi (Japanese chili spice), and is served with fresh tortilla chips and crisp veggies (carrot, cucumber, jicama).2 It’s lighter, zestier, and Gluten-Free/Dairy-Free.

Team Water: Sushi & California Bowls

This section is where W+F flexes its creative muscles.

The "Rolls That Spark Joy"

The names are fun, but the flavors are serious.

  • Dino & Jimmy ($15): This is the crowd-pleaser. Alaskan crab meat, tempura shrimp, and avocado, drizzled with both sriracha and sesame aioli. It’s rich, crunchy, and savory.

  • Green Peace ($9): Vegans, stand up! This roll has tempura onions, truffle oil, and watermelon radish.3 It proves you don't need fish to make a killer roll.

The California Bowls

If you want the sushi flavors but need a full meal, the bowls are massive.

  • Hot & Crunchy Tuna ($19): This is the icon. Seared yellowfin tuna, tempura onion, avocado, and sriracha aioli. It hits every texture note: soft, crunchy, spicy, cool.

  • Take Me To Terri Town ($20): A hearty option for the non-fish eaters. Teriyaki marinated steak with corn and sesame aioli. It’s basically a deconstructed steak dinner with Asian flair.

Team Flour: Sourdough & Fresh Pasta

On the other side of the kitchen, they are working magic with dough.

The Pizza (Naturally Fermented Sourdough)

Their crust is special—it’s made with sourdough starter, giving it a tangy flavor and a chewy texture that holds up to toppings.

  • Hot & Sweet ($16): The MVP of the pizza menu. Charred pepperoni and Andy’s Hot Honey. The heat from the honey cuts through the rich mozzarella perfectly.

  • Tomato Vodka ($15): If you love penne alla vodka, get this pizza. Spicy tomato vodka sauce, whipped ricotta, and basil.

Fresh Pasta

  • Truffle Three Cheese ($18): This is the ultimate comfort dish.4 Parmesan, mozzarella, and cheddar mixed with truffle oil and panko bread crumbs. It is decadent.

  • Cacio e Pepe ($16): Simple and elegant. Fresh crushed black pepper and parmesan. Sometimes less is more.

The Healthy "Cheat Codes"

Water + Flour is famous for being diet-inclusive.

  • Fitness Bowl ($17): Blackened chicken with roasted broccoli and cauliflower. It’s high protein, low carb, and GF/DF.

  • Specific Diets: The menu clearly marks PB (Plant Based), GF (Gluten Free), and DF (Dairy Free) items, so you don't have to guess.

The Verdict

The genius of Water + Flour’s dinner menu is that it allows for a "High-Low" dining strategy. You can order a sophisticated Sesame Crusted Tuna Tataki ($14) and pair it with a greasy (in a good way) Hot & Sweet Pizza ($16).

Whether you are there for the Volcano Roll ($15) or just to inhale a bowl of Mushroom Marsala Pasta ($18), you are leaving happy.

Rating: 5/5 Stars for Variety & Vibe.

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