I'd say this is one of my fav tapa bars. Everything I've tried was very good! It's on a higher end…read morebut very much worth the price tag. Skip touristy Little Spain and come here instead:) I'm a big fan of seafood and they do it well here. Seafood rice dishes are exceptional (I enjoyed black squid rice). Love the octopus bites - very tender. They also do grilled seafood à la plancha. Beautiful presentation and perfect to take someone on a date here. Also they have an extensive wine list! Overall one of the best Spanish restaurants in nyc.

The food is tapas style and it was good. My favorite dish had to be the scallops and I would…read moresuggest all seafood lovers to give it a try. The octopus was cooked well and it was soft once it hit my mouth. The sangria was absolutely delicious and I'm so happy I got a pitcher. I come back just for the sangria!! The service was fine. It took a bit for them to come over to greet us and take our orders, but after that the food just kept coming out one by one and we were able to eat until our next dish was ready. The ambiance of the place is beautiful, and it's pretty quiet so I was able to hear the person I'm with. I come back again another time.

A very solid Spanish restaurant with all the traditional flavors. I came with a few friends and…read moreordered the croquetas de jamón (the bechamel was perfection, loved them), carne y pulpo à la gallega. The meat and the octopus were cooked so well, so tender and it all reminded me of being back home. The service was also outstanding, our server was super kind and very attentive. Definitely recommend to try it!

I came here for dinner to celebrate my friend's birthday. When I first arrived, I was a little…read moreconfused with the set up and went up the steps and through the red doors. The interior was gorgeous, refined, and elegant. However, I found out my group was dining downstairs, which was also beautiful and tastefully decorated with a festive atmosphere. Looking at the menu beforehand, I was set on ordering the Steak with potatoes. On the night of, I decided I wanted something lighter. I ended up going with the Fideua Del Mar, which was Monkfish on top of a bed of thin noodles. This was plated beautifully and the Monkfish was served in delicate pieces. The noodles were tasty, cooked perfectly, with rich seasoning, albeit a little on the fishy side. The Monkfish was mild, succulent, meaty, and firm with lobster-like texture. I also got to try the Patatas Bravas and Empanadas. The Potatoes were delightfully crispy and well seasoned, served with a savory aioli. Empanadas contained spinach, aged cheese, shallots, and basil. The outer shell was perfectly flaky and crunchy, and there was satisfying cheese pull. I am not really a fan of spinach, so I didn't enjoy this. Honestly, I was surprised the restaurant didn't have a meat filled empanada option, such as Chorizo or Shrimp. For dessert, I had some of the warm chocolate lava cake with vanilla ice cream and fresh berries. This was rich and sweet, oozing with irresistible melty chocolate. Service was lovely. Our waitress was friendly and made sure we were well taken care of, amidst many questions and some dishes being sent back. Prices were decent. I wouldn't rush to return, but if I do come back, would like to try the Lobster and Rice or Chorizo Burger.

If you visit Boqueria for brunch, treat yourself to the Brunch Feast--you will NOT be disappointed!…read moreIt's a fantastic deal that lets your table share multiple items across the tapas, brunch, and dessert menus. The patio here is adorable, offering a peaceful, cozy retreat from the hustle and bustle of Midtown street and hotel traffic, and the staff is incredibly welcoming and attentive. Don't skip out on their Bloody Mary, either! Everything we ordered was phenomenal, but I highly recommend the albondigas (beef and pork meatballs), patatas bravas (crispy potatoes with garlic aioli), coca de costilla (braised short rib flatbread), and the huevos horneados (eggs baked in a savory chorizo and tomato sauce). To finish on a high note, the dulce de leche churros are an absolute must. This was my first visit, but it definitely won't be my last!

What a bad experience ! Poor food for an expensive price and staff kind of bored…read more If you want real tapas (or even just good food), I recommend NOT going there. When we asked for a table outside (terrace was almost empty) it's as if we asked for an impossible mission...Not a very welcoming experience. They know they will always have customers (tourists most of them) because it's Times Square area, so they make absolutely no effort. A shame.

I've been meaning to come here for a while, and it was quite good - very home style cooking and…read morefriendly service. We got their mixed ceviche to start, which was very onion heavy, but overall the seafood was tender and good. For mains, we tried the lomo saltado, chicken Chop suey, and aji de gallina. While I liked the lomo saltado, the aji de gallina was my favorite - the chicken was incredibly flavorful, and the yellow rice and yuca fries were divine. I would skip on the cilantro rice, as I found it a bit dry. The chop suey dish also fell a bit flat for me. I would definitely come back for their lunch specials and aji de gallina!

I really teetered between 3 and 4 stars because I have such an attachment to this place (it's where…read moremy husband and I had our first date). I've been coming here for over 10 years, but after visiting twice in the past two weeks and once a few months ago, I've unfortunately been increasingly disappointed. The food and service just aren't what they used to be, while the prices have continued to go up. A few months ago, my paella, which I've ordered many times over the years, tasted off. I didn't say anything then because I figured it was just an off night. But then two weeks ago, my kids and I were served fried wontons that were raw/semi-raw inside. They did take them off the bill, but unfortunately we had each already eaten one before realizing. On our most recent visit last week, we sat for about 10 minutes before we had to get someone's attention to come over to us. We put our apps in and then nobody came back to take our order until the apps were coming out. The girl who brought our drinks had the wrong drinks. My soup was completely forgotten, and my son's food didn't come out with the rest of our meals. He ended up eating some of mine while waiting, and by the time his sides finally came, he didn't even want them anymore. The fried wontons on this visit were absolutely fine though and the food was delicious. I genuinely hate leaving three stars for this because this has been a favorite of mine for so many years, and I have a lot of good memories here. But after several disappointing visits in a row, it's becoming harder to overlook the decline in both quality and service. The servers used to be very attentive and friendly. I really hope things improve because I'd love to enjoy this place the way I used to.

The food here and the ambiance were great! This is a great addition to the neighborhood & I'm…read moreexcited to go back! We tried a variety of dishes and each one was a hit (from the croquettes to the octopus to the paella). One member of our group doesn't usually like seafood and thought the octopus was delicious! The drinks (both alcoholic and non alcoholic) were also yummy. The staff were super accommodating as well which I really appreciated!! Of note, the restaurant bar stays open longer than the kitchen so make sure you check in with them on when the kitchen closes (it was around 10 when we went but things were still in flux so that may change!)

I was at this location of this Basque and Spanish restaurant a while ago with a group, with their…read moreoriginal location being in Harlem. The table we sat at was quite large, and I think it could have fit a few more people. The staff was friendly, and the lighting wasn't too dark, nor was it too loud. While I liked the atmosphere, I found the food, or rather specifically the tapas, to be not good at best, while the main dishes were better but also ranged in quality. The fact that the tapas we ordered were pretty closely priced to the mains means I would recommend the mains only based on portion and taste alone. To drink, a bunch of us split a bottle of wine from their large and pretty reasonably priced selection. The first tapas that arrived was something that I could not eat. This was the Pulpo Zarautz for $32, listed as octopus with garlic and merken seasoning served over mashed baby potatoes. The dish was small, and people thought it was OK as they found the pieces of octopus a tad chewy. They liked the spices but were surprised that the potatoes were a bit cool. The $24 Gambas Al Ajillo, with slow-cooked prawns, white wine, EVOO, garlic, and mermen, was alright. There was a handful of shrimp, and they were decently cooked, but the "ajillo," or rather, the garlic, was very light. Therefore, I found it a bit bland, which is almost never the case for this dish. I wouldn't recommend this based on price and flavor. Last and least of the tapas was the $22 Tortilla De Patatas, listed simply as a Spanish omelette. There was an option to add chorizo for $2 more, which we did. Along with the omelette, this also arrived with a few sauces and some pieces of crunchy bread, which were the highlight, as the omelette wasn't good either. The texture of the omelette was very different than any other Spanish omelette I've ever had. It was quite soft with a bit of chew, with a mild chorizo flavor. Along with the greenish color, it wasn't exactly appetizing. I wouldn't recommend this at all, but thankfully, that was the last tapas we ordered. My favorite of the main dishes was the Solomillo & Pebre for $28, listed as skirt steak topped with parsley and olive oil, with hand-cut fried potato and salad. While not the most tender, as it is a skirt steak, it was still well-flavored with the topping almost reminding me, to an extent, of a less oily version of chimichurri. The potatoes had a unique texture, being slightly crispy on the outside while remaining slightly soft in the middle. The salad on the side, which also arrived with one of our other mains, was a tasty mix and certainly more effort than a typical salad you find in many of these places. We also liked the $32 Costillas De Cerdito, with pork ribs in beer, mustard, and rosemary with hand-cut fried potato and salad. The pork ribs were flavorful, though I did find a bit of it to be a bit fatty, but some of that is expected with pork ribs. The mildly sweet and slightly rich sauce paired with the pork ribs. The same comments from before can be made about the potatoes and salad. Last was the OK Paella De Mariscos for $38, listed as rice cooked with shrimp, mussels, clams, prawns, and fresh saffron. The portion size was good, with a lot of mussels and clams in particular, and a handful of shrimp. Of the bite I had of the two large prawns, they were plump and juicy as well. However, the rice was both a bit bland and a tad mushy and felt a bit overcooked compared to many other paellas. There was some socarrat on the bottom as per usual, which was the best part. It's a bit difficult to rate this place. The spices, textures, and flavors were lacking from the overpriced tapas, and I honestly wouldn't recommend any of them. For the main dishes, they were tasty, but you can get a better-cooked skirt steak at many other places for a similar price. The ribs were decent, and the paella was just OK. If we only had the tapas, I probably would be giving this place a 1, but for the whole meal, an upper 2, rounded up.

This visit to Boqueria was very random. I decided to go to SoHo for dinner and I wasn't exactly…read moresure where. My coworker gave me three suggestions (I won't mention the others) and I went with Boqueria. There are certain things that stand out to me when I'm reading reviews and looking at the photos. So this was the one for me. And let me tell you they did not disappoint. I didn't have a reservation but they were able to accommodate me. The atmosphere was pretty lively after work. They have a really nice happy hour menu as well. I ordered a few plates because hey! I need to report back to you guys lol. The wrapped dates in bacon OMG! The skirt steak, savory and cooked to perfection! The lamb skewers delectable. I also had another small dish which was a potatoe dish batatas something sorry forgot the name. But anyway you get the picture. Wait wait the sangria was sooo good!!! All in all a good choice and I will certainly keep this one on my radar!

Food - Serrano ham grilled cheese - 10/10…read more Chicken wings - 9/10 Market salad - 9/10 Chicken skewers - 9/10 Excellent food! Service - 10/10 Ambiance - Need better seating, bar seating was uncomfortable. Otherwise nice place.

My friends and I visited Socarrat Paella Bar in Chelsea on Friday, July 24th around 7:30pm. We…read moredidn't have a reservation and it was quite packed. The hostess said she could give us a table at 8:30pm or we can sit at the bar right away. We chose three seats at the bar. Socarrat Paella Bar participates in NYC Restaurant Week July 20 - August 16, 2026, Sunday-Friday, except Saturdays. The Socarrat Paella Bar NYC Restaurant Week menu offers three courses for $45 per person (tapas, main course, and dessert.) For tapas, I chose the chorizo croquettes. These were crispy and creamy croquettes. For main course, the three of us got the socarrat paella. Our server said the paella has a minimum order of 2 servings. Since we were a group of 3, the paella was for 3 servings. The socarrat paella has free-range bone-in chicken, chorizo, shrimp, white fish, squid, mussels, cockles, fava beans, peppers, and tomato sofrito. This was very good and not a single grain of rice was left. For dessert, I had the flan. It was a sweet way to end our night. For drinks, I had a glass of the sangria de cava and we shared a pitcher for the sangria rosé. Both were very good, but I did like the sangria de cava a bit better. Service was amazing and the bartender who was tending to us was very friendly. There are multiple locations of Socarrat Paella Bar. The paella is definitely worth getting here.

Went for Summer Restaurant Week- value for the paella and small tapas and dessert. Food and service…read morewas excellent. Ambience was non- existent due to the crowd from 5:30 to 7:20 throughout the 2 rooms. Only restroom facilities is one unisex bathroom with one toilet. I would return for the food/service!

Casa Mono takes you to the coast and countryside of Spain at once. We had several tapas to share…read morefor two, and the standouts were the duck breast with maitake, cooked perfectly to medium; the clams with pork meatball and squid, in a sauce absolutely packed with flavor; and a squid ink risotto with fluke. You can get tired of fine dining. This is not that. Unpretentious, and every plate delicious.

I will say it has been a first time in forever since I met someone online that got me excited. At…read morefirst I thought this person was just a playboy or not all that interested in me, but the more we talked and got to know each other online, he seemed more interesting. He kept reassuring to me that he was so excited to meet and was already so interested that I inevitably matched his energy. We did not have a reservation to this place so he went early to see if he can grab seats or be on the waitlist. We met at 6 and it was like it was meant to be because there were two prime seats at the bar. We shared a bottle of wine and six tapa dishes. Razor clams: comes in 6, delicious, no notes **** black rice with fish: just as you expect it *** scallops in cream sauce: just as you expect it *** quinoa in red sauce and duck: just okay ** shisito peppers: nothing out of ordinary than any japanese yakitori *** there was another one, but I don't remember... Overall food, our server Ana, and the wine was delicious, but my date made it extra special with just being great company. dinging one star bc I like tequila with my tapas.

A Bright Spot in the Heart of NYC…read more After a long work day in New York City, discovering Debajo was exactly what I needed. The dusky, inviting atmosphere, chill music, and intimate vibe immediately made it feel like a little escape from the energy of the bustling NYC nightlife. And then there was Bernadette, my server, who deserves a special shout-out. She was friendly, knowledgeable, attentive without being overbearing, and genuinely brightened my day. Sometimes excellent service is more than simply getting the order right, it's a little bit of encouragement and warmth someone can bring with their authenticity. The food was fantastic. The Patatas Bravas arrived piping hot with an irresistibly crispy exterior. The smoky paprika was bursting with flavor and brought just the right amount of spicy heat, while the creamy garlic aioli rounded everything out beautifully. The Jamón Ibérico Croquetas were another highlight: crispy panko breading encasing a creamy, savory ham interior. The black garlic aioli added another layer of flavor, while the candied lemon peel gave the dish a wonderful burst of freshness. The Pineapple-A-Go-Go, was bright, refreshing, and perfect for keeping my palate fresh between bites. There's something special about a restaurant that gets the food, atmosphere, and hospitality right--and Debajo checks all these boxes. Great food, chill vibes, a beautiful atmosphere, and exceptional service. And Bernadette, thank you again for being such an encouragement and for turning the end of a very long work day into something genuinely enjoyable. You made my evening!

Debajo had delicious tapas in a relaxing upscale environment…read more They are tucked away in nomad, down a set of nondescript stairs. But don't let the basement level dissuade you; they really turn their location into a strength. There's a covered "outdoor" section with lots of natural light, and the inside is spacious and modern, with a semi-open kitchen that makes it feel like you're in a place twice its size. The tapas we tried were great. Patatas bravas were crispy on the outside, with a fluffy inside, and maybe a touch too much salt. The hamachi crudo was excellent, with a unique coconut and mango sauce that gave it a touch of sweet to go with the zest. And the pulpo was great, the octopus was well prepared and the sauce was hearty without dominating the taste. The half chicken was the most memorable dish; our server recommended it, and it's clear why. It was unbelievably juicy and tender, with plenty of lemon flavor in every bite. Lots of meat, don't expect a small plate like the other menu items! All in all a good experience in a nice atmosphere, definitely staying on the list for tapas in the future.

Food, sangria, paella all great! Service excellent although hectic due to popularity.read more

Here's a polished version that keeps all your charm:…read more Seville Restaurant We were lucky to snag a table on Halloween night--it was so festive. This place has been around forever, and you can feel the old-world Spanish charm in the décor. The food is still as consistent as ever. The paella marinara with lobster is so good, and the shrimp in garlic sauce was superb. The little Calderons they serve the dishes in look original, dented in all the right places from years of use, which adds to the charm. Service was okay, could've been better, but it was a busy night. Overall, a classic spot that still delivers.