Al-Andalus reimagines tapas through an Arab-Andalusian lens, and the results are delicious. The entire menu is 100% vegan, with gluten, nut, and sesame options clearly labeled. We opted for the $65 prix fixe, which is an absolute feast of soulful, vegetable-forward small plates. The shawarma mushroom, crispy patatas bravas, and warm, pillowy breads were absolute standouts. Portions are so generous that we had to start packing courses to-go halfway through the meal because there was just no more room! Chef Amira Gharib helmed Soda Club, and she brings that same incredible attention to detail and flavor here. Al-Andalus is definitely one to watch. Service is warm and friendly, with dishes arriving family-style as they're ready. Given the intimate setting and mid-range price point, it's a great spot for a fun date night or a lively small group outing. Happy hour features $10 drinks. Definitely make a reservation. And come hungry. read more

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We went with the tasting menu + wine pairing and left satisfied overall. The food was delicious and creative. A few standout tapas with great flavors and textures, especially the simit bread, shakshuka, and tortilla arabica. Lots of very fresh herbs are thoughtfully integrated throughout many different tapas. Several dishes weren't actually designed to be shared easily, like a single tofu kebab that had to be awkwardly disassembled, or thick crusty pie slices that were difficult to divide cleanly at the table. The wine "pairing" was three small pours (including an interesting Georgian qvevri wine and a satisfying tempranillo). We were told they "go with everything," so it seemed more like a curated flight than a pairing. Atmosphere is intimate and romantic. Warm lighting, cozy seating, and a nice mix of people (couples, families, friends). The space has a Moorish/Andalusian-inspired feel with Arabic calligraphy wall hangings and layered Mediterranean influences (maybe not historically precise, but it works). Even the bathroom design continues the aesthetic. Service was relaxed and friendly. It's great vibe overall, good food, and a really nice place for a cozy meal. read more

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We were super excited to try this Overthrow Hospitality restaurant since months but we were left very disappointed with the food and flavor here. Overall the food here was underwhelming. The decor and service were great so 2 stars for that! The Kothari Pie was quite dry and the salt was not mixed properly. In most of the bite we felt there was no salt and in the last bite, there was a blob of salt so of course last bite salt overpowering! How come you can miss this basic thing while preparing the dish :( The scorched tofu kebab was not to the point as well - the tofu was way too charred and it was giving that burning taste. Only dishes we liked were roasted eggplant and shawarma mushrooms. The Back Home beer was pretty good! read more

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Such delicious food!! All the dishes were unique and tasty. Highly recommend the simit bread and arancini. The staff is also so great- hostess, wait staff, bartender. A must go if you're vegetarian! Also so many options for dietary restrictions / allergies . read more

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Really great vegan appetizers. Their garlic sauce on their food was great! I will say it gets a litttle repetitive by the end but all in all, great food! Service - great and very friendly Ambiance - beautiful decor, and smells amazing read more

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For $10 or less per dish (including drinks), I was expecting McDonald's-quality tapas--and in these inflationary times, was prepared to be grateful for even that. But nope, Al-Andalus was surprisingly tasty, flavorful and dare I say...generously portioned? So for $10, it's basically a straight flush. And you better be grateful life the NYC restaurant gods dealt you this hand. We shared: - Pan Con Tomate: Great gluten mixology meets quality heirloom tomatoes - Patatas Bravas: Not my favorite kind of sauce, but a huge amount of fried starch to satisfy all carb needs - Confit Leeks: Mmm, this disk can leek into my mouth any day - Basted Cabbage: Crunchy, buttery and herby - Shawarma Mushrooms: For all the fungal lovers, enjoy the wet crunch with toum, harissa and pickles - Paella: Took a chance on this one and wasn't disappointed. It's not a typical paella per se, but expect plenty of smoked sofrito, healthy veggies and saffron broth Wash it all down with a Rose Lemonade or Strawberry Mint Tea (yes, the glasses are tumbler-sized). All in all, a satisfying plant-based meal that practically pays YOU to eat it (*cue Yakov Smirnoff voice*). read more

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Really impressive. There's a huge variety of small plates and drinks, and every item on the menu (except the paella) is $10 or less. This makes trying a great variety of dishes really accessible. Every dish was gorgeously presented. And I totally forgot I was at a vegan restaurant the whole time. Mushroom shawarma - savory and rich, with great spices that balance nicely against the yogurt sauce on the bottom. Probably my second favorite dish. Tofu - grilled and roast, with some veggies and on top of a bright and lightly dressed salad. The tzatziki on the side makes a nice and fresh accompaniment. Simit - almost like a sesame bagel, crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The feta dip was creamy and cheesy. Falafel - crispy and nutty, and on top of a thick and rich tahini. Tortilla - kind of like a Spanish tortilla, filled with potatoes and eggs, nicely caramelized on the outside, and with flavorful garlicky sauces on the side. I loved the creamy texture and the savory, eggy flavor. This was probably my favorite dish. Butter bean crostini - crispy and delicious bread underneath a warm and hearty bean stew. Paella - this was a giant portion, and we totally felt like we had over ordered by the time this dish came at the end of the meal. But it was tasty - strong notes of saffron, a nice variety of veggies, and charred and roasted notes from the rice near the bottom of the pan. The leftovers tasted great the next day too. We also tried one of the mocktails for just $6, which was fizzy and fruity. The whole bill came out to $120 for two, and we vastly overshot on the quantity. This is great food at a fantastic price. read more

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One of the best value for money tasting menus I've experienced! $65pp and I didn't even capture 3 additional courses (shakshuka, tofu kebab, and mushroom shawarma). The flavors were truly incredible. The standouts for me were the sumit bread, confit leeks, and tortilla arabica. read more

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Al-Andalus is the newest Overthrow Hospitality restaurant with a tapas concept - which I love, because I love trying a bunch of different things. I really love how their portions (including the drinks!) are small so you're encouraged to try as much as possible. The Papas Bravas, Roasted Eggplant, and Paella were my favorite tapas items of the evening - unfortunately I will say some of the other items were a bit disappointing, but the main start of the show was the Dubai Chocolate dessert - my mom said that this was one of the best desserts she'd ever had. I must also agree. read more

Al-Andalus - Tapas Bars Near Me - New York, New York

This was one of the best restaurant experiences I've had in a while. I choose Al Andulus for my birthday dinner and everything was perfect. The restaurant and bar itself is beautiful, cozy and weak decorated. The staff was small but efficient, I appreciate how well they all worked together. Everything was delicious. I'd say my favorites were the barbari and the snack I and the paella. I wish I had had room for dessert!! I'll certainly be back one day. read more

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I had an exquisite evening at Al-Andalus. When I received the email from Overthrow Hospitality that this restaurant was opening I immediately made a reservation because I've been a fan of all of their spots I've tried. It's an intimate and charming restaurant inspired by Arabic and Andalusian cuisine. I love the tapas concept, especially given that the vast majority of items on the menu are $10 and under (including the cocktails!). My friend and I tried nine offerings on the menu and one was better than the next. Ordered: Al-Andalus sangria ($10)- a $10 cocktail is great! This was a nice sangria made with date syrup, rioja and botanical syrup. It came with two dried apricots, a nice touch! Na'na mint iced tea ($10)- our server explained that this was margarita adjacent but it was definitely different, but not in a bad way. Yes, this drink was on the smaller side but it packed a punch. Simit bread ($9)- this was crunchy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The outside was covered with white and black sesame seeds and it was accompanied by vegan feta and a very tasty harissa crisp. It wasn't spicy but had nice flavor. We sopped over every drop. Pan con tomate ($8)- this was my least favorite item that we ordered. I've had plenty of pan con tomate dishes and although the ingredients were high quality, this felt boring compared to the other offerings on the menu. Butter bean crostini ($7)- this was flavorful and interesting! It had butter beans, a generous amount of sautéed cavolo nero kale and vegan nduja. It was a little on the salty side but I really enjoyed it! Fava falafel ($10)- this dish came with two generously sized balls that were crunchy on the outside and herby and delicious on the inside. The accompaniments were fine but weren't super memorable, but I enjoyed this dish. Gem lettuce salad ($19)- this was fresh and the perfect accompaniment for the other items we ordered. The salad was a generous size and had delicious radishes and a zippy dressing. I'd definitely order this again. Roasted eggplant ($9)- the flavors in this dish really stood out! It was sweet from the pomegranate seeds, smoky from the eggplant, creamy from the tahini and fresh from the mint. Cabbage rolls ($9)- these were fine but nothing to write home about. Two rolls were stuffed with rice and served with a vegan yogurt sauce. Regrettably we didn't have room for dessert. I really enjoyed my evening at Al-Andalus! read more

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TL;DR: pricey, but great food and service and worth paying for if you're vegan or vegetarian. The building aesthetic is so cool. From the entry doorway to the interior with "flying carpets" over your heads, to the nice music and spacious tables. This place is not cheap despite the $10 / tapas average. The portion sizes are small so you'll still need about 5 per person so it ends up being about a $50 dinner per person. My advice is to overindex on the vegetable forward dishes: mushrooms, leeks, falafel, and olives. The bread can be skipped. We didn't have space to try the paella and desserts but the rest of the food was good enough that i'd go back for it! That said, it's worth the experience! I'm vegetarian but my date was not and she can be picky with all veg places, but she still loved the food. read more

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My friend and I really enjoyed our dinner at this vegan Middle Eastern restaurant very much. We ordered the special dinner which consisted of about 10 different dishes. We loved almost every one of them. Only complaint was that they were coming at us too quickly, and since the tables for two are really tiny, it was difficult to manage all the little little plates. When we asked them to slow down they did, however. We would both definitely return. read more

Fantastic food, service and experience. The place is really well appointed as well. Several dishes stood out and I really enjoyed the smaller portions and flat $10 price per item for transparency and clarity. The confit leeks were spectacular and I really enjoyed the vegan shakshuka. The flavors and decor are inspired by the basque region and this place really delivered! read more

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The value here is unbeatable. For fifty dollars you get twelve different dishes to share, and it feels like a feast. Almost everything tastes amazing, with flavors and textures that make you forget it is all vegetarian. The atmosphere sets the tone the moment you walk in, with North African music and décor that make the space feel warm and alive. The staff adds to the experience by being attentive and friendly without ever being pushy. All of this together makes the place a must-visit. It left me impressed and eager to come back. read more

phenomenal. if it's been on your list, just go. even if it hasn't been on your list, JUST GO! every dish is so creative and delectable, such a wide array of flavors and textures, and being a small plates based menu you have the option to try a bunch of different things!! beautiful interior and our server/bartender could not have been kinder. standouts were the fava falafel, the koshari pie, the barbari bread with toum, and the dubai chocolate tart (but really everything was a 10/10!!) read more

Everything I tried was delicious, and the staff only made the experience more memorable. Can't wait to come back

I came with my family here for a celebration. We are all vegetarian so I thought it would be perfect since we could order anything off the menu, this being a vegan tapas spot. I would say that it still runs the more pricey side for tapas. They recommend ordering 3-5 small plates per person so we did just that including ordering the paella. I would say my favorite dish was the confit leeks but for the small morsels it is $9. Come here for the experience maybe by yourself or with a friend but don't come when you're hungry. We were full by the end due to the spices and oils from the food but I couldn't help but feel as though the savory style of this restaurant wasn't our personal match. Service was very friendly and attentive otherwise, and nearly everything was artfully plated. It was not busy when we were there on a Sunday night at 5pm but since it was small, the place was packed by the end of our dinner. They figured out a lot of different seating options which was creative. read more

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Al-Andalus I definitely suggest for some good Egyptian food! The food was really delicious, comforting, and warm. My favorite dish was the shakshuka and the potato dish. I couldn't have enough of these dishes, and wanted more. The plates are small though, and tapa sized, so it's best to get around 2-3 dishes per person to fill a person up. The ambience and aesthetic of the restaurant was beautiful and beautifully decorated, it gave major Aladdin vibes. The dishes are around $10 each, and each person should get around 3 dishes so it comes around to like $25-$30 per person. They also have a lot of vegan dishes as well. One con though is that this place is super busy, so you have to RSVP well in advance or won't find a table. We had to sit outside because we didn't rsvp and there were no tables available. Essentially, it's a super busy, crowded, and popular restaurant, which is a downside. However, our food came out really quickly and the servers were informative and friendly. Price: $10-30 Rating: 9/10 read more

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Wonderful food and service in a lovely setting. Would recommend for a vegan experience. Everything was delicious and nicely plated. I'm not vegan but enjoyed the innovative dishes. read more

Delicious!! What a wonderful restaurant. We ate 10-12 dishes -- our favorites included the hummus, the eggplant and the leeks. The chocolate tart is a must too. read more

Wow this place has got to be my favorite of the Overthrow hospitality group! I've been to pretty much all of their restaurants this is the best!! Let's start with service Jada was so warm and attentive in her service. She pretty order for me since I was unsure and every single item just HIT! Jada made my experience at Al-Andalus incredible! The food was all items and flavors I've never had before to the point were I was uncertain at first and then I couldn't stop eating and then I dreamt about them when I went to bed at night! OMG! I brought a friend and a couple days later I brought my husband it was so good. I plan coming back soon to try that Paella! Not to mention the pricing is soooooo reasonable! I couldn't believe how much food we got and how little we spent! Thanks, for such a wonderful experience! read more

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Nice small place on a quiet Alphabet City's block with good drinks and tasty food. Seating both inside and on the street.

Bummed about this place having grown up with the cuisine offered. And, because I support vegan businesses. Food: So salty. We took a bite, and had usual "what the...?" reaction; took another tiny bite to confirm realizing "definitely not us--it's crazy salty." Besides salt, flavors are unexceptional. Service: Told the staff member about the salt, she said, "I'll tell them not to add extra salt to your other dishes, but since you've eaten so much of this, there's nothing I can do." We laughed out loud. It's tapas so you get about 3 bites max. Honestly, don't care about the money or the screw up, but the absurd comment from the staff member made the experience uber yuck. (Heard the table next to us complain also about the salt on a different dish. Our remaining dishes and bread were also too salty). Ambiance: Really beautiful and well done. Will not be going back. Note: This is tapas style dishes so you need to order about 8-11 dishes for 2 people. The "Paella" is the only non-tapas dish. read more

I was really excited to try this place where no dish is over $10. The thing is....marketing like that gives the impression of good value for the dollar. It was not a good value, it felt actually like a bad value. As It was still expensive because portion size was very very small, so you need at least 4-5 plates to make a meal. Dinner for 2 was $140 pre tip with 1 drink per person. When they say small plates they mean small! For example the warm olives was $7 and came with about 7-8 olives drowning in a cup of oil. The salad was $10 and in a tiny bowl and didnt fill half of the bowl. Guys it's lettuce...cmon. These portions are far smaller than typical tapas. The bread coarse for $10 was smaller then half of a bagel. See...Ive eaten tapas in NYC-Spain and....ummm no. The leek confit was delicious but the plating looked so sad and depressing, a beige ruffle on a beige plate. The focal point was a big chip in the earthenware plate....and the portion was minuscule!...so small that we giggled when we saw it and thought it was a garnish with no main. The shakshuka although flavorfull came with one tiny half a slice of toasted bread. Their saying is "only salt and bread between us". Which is funny as there is no salt or bread on the table. (Unless you order it). Great concept, but prob wont be back. Decor and design was very however the tables are VERY cramped close together. We were maybe 7" from the next party. Servers were absolutely lovely and were the true star of this establishment. Bottom line- most if the food tasted good, but thats all you got of it....a taste. read more

The worst ever experience- went there and was told to wait for an hour; after 30 minutes for text that they have upgraded the wait time to 30 minutes only; we rushed and went there and were told to wait for another 45 minutes!! Our table was given to someone else who Walked by - When staff don't respect your time and make up excuses - I felt this was personal as if I don't want to give you table- we made trip from NJ and mean staff manage to make it really unpleasant - quick observation on food - YES, PORTION SIZES WERE REALLY LOOKED SMALL - can't say anything about taste but I feel overall can be avoided read more

Delicious, good service, not rushed. Fresh ingredients, friendly. Good place for mixed group of vegetarians and carnivores. I'm back!

Had such a lovely dinner last night at Al-Andalus. We did the $50pp preset menu which comes with 12 tapas dishes and everything was fantastic! Highlights were the Spanish tortilla, papas bravas, and the simit (feta dip with a sesame bread). The rice pudding and the tarte for dessert were also amazing! We left stuffed to the brim and excited to come back to try the cabbage rolls next time. Whether you've been to many of the other Overthrow Hospitality restaurants or none, this restaurant should definitely be high on your list for new spots to try. The some of the best vegan food in the city! read more

Al-Andalus - Mushroom shawarma, simit (feta dip), roasted eggplant - Tapas Bars Near Me - New York, New York

Went through on a Sunday night I had great service. Food came out fast. Everything was excellent really recommend the eggplant entrée. Simit bread it's probably the best one to go with and it was tasty with the feta but a little dense and dry. Overall, I thought the prices were good. We ordered five through six dishes and was enough to split for two people. read more

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Delicious food, great atmosphere, awesome service. The standout was definitely the Simit, but other great dishes included the Butter Bean Crostini, Patatas Bravas and Shawarma Mushrooms. Definitely looking forward to going again and trying more things! read more

The food overall was good, but nothing that was luke make me want to go back for myself other than showing someone a cool place. I highly recommend the arancini balls. read more

cozy interior design, appreciated the moroccan influenced designs. as a meat lover i did not miss meat at all because of how good the plates and variations are. the service team were super attentive and communicative read more

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Terrible restaurant - starting with the dismissive, uninterested waitresses who couldn't be bothered doing their job. They refused to bring bread or water and spent more time preening as if they were at some place special, which it isn't. Food is a mess - a gloppy assemblage of bad mayonnaise, cabbage wraps, small portions and literally thimble glasses for wine. A total waste of time. The place sucks....zero stars read more

AL-ANDALUS is an incredible new restaurant from Overthrow Hospitality, the prolific group behind the top vegan and plant-based restaurants in New York City. This concept focuses on Arab-inspired tapas. There are dozens of small plates to choose from, all 100% vegan and all $10 or less. (There is also one larger paella dish, which can be shared by a table, for $30.) All cocktails are also $10 or less, and come served in adorably petite glasses. The food and drinks were all excellent, on par with Overthrow's other restaurants in the neighborhood. I went twice and enjoyed fried olives, housemade Simit bread stuffed with vegan feta, shakshuka (with vegan egg), patatas bravas, falafel, confit leeks, roasted eggplant, cabbage rolls, and paella. I also loved the Old Fashioned and the Sangria. While the restaurant focuses on affordable dishes, it has an elegant, upscale vibe that is perfect for a date night. They also have larger booths that could fit around 6 to 8 people. I highly recommend giving this exciting new restaurant a chance. read more

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Everything about this place is amazing. The interior is beautiful, staff are very friendly, and the food is delicious and not too expensive. The drinks are great too. read more

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Friendly, welcoming staff who were able to squeeze us in despite not having a reservation. Delicious food -- leeks, mushrooms, tomato salad, all tasty and interesting. Lovely atmosphere. read more

My dining experience was perfect! The food was simply outstanding. Knowing what customers enjoy helps serve them better. The restaurant exceeds industry norms. The local scene benefits from this place. read more

Wow! What an incredible experience. The staff at this restaurant completely blew us away. Sonia and Adam are the crème de le crème of the industry; I genuinely have never had such energetic, engaging, kind, funny, and helpful individuals. My friend and I had an early reservation so we were the first ones dining at the restaurant. Usually, I would feel very awkward and uncomfortable, but within moments of stepping foot into Al-Andalus these two had me feeling like we were best friends. I wish I could go on and on about Adam and Sonia but let's move on to the food and drinks. Magnificent! I had the Salt on the Lips, recommended by Adam. It was such a lovely drink and they altered it a bit for my preference by asking what I usually drink. I actually forgot we were at a vegetarian restaurant, that's how insane the food was. The chef is a 10/10. We did the $55/person tasting menu. Every. Single. Thing. AMAZING. I love this place and will be telling everyone I know to come here!!!! read more