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    3.1 (46 reviews)

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    Sangria
    Sara P.

    I expected a lot more from Lena b/c im a huge Jose andres fan and foodie, but the service wasn't the best. The prices were absurd for the quantity of food. I am aware that it is tapas but it was still a lot more than expected. I would rather eat at the smaller restaurants at the market than here. I really enjoyed the sangria I ordered.

    Croquetas de jamón
    Trinidad R.

    The croquettes were crisp and so flavorful. I would definitely recommend this as a starter. The chicken thighs were so tender and flavorful. The prawns were fine not memorable enough to order again and cooked inconsistently. The chorizo spread was interesting and a great compliment with the toasted bread. The soft cheese was a wonderful way to start our meal. The real star was the crispy pork with all the sides that accompanied it. The fries were crispy, seasoned well. The peppers were packed with smoky and sweet flavor. Even the salad was perfectly dressed and so fresh. The hostess was lacking but servers were wonderful and more than made up for the host. Overall the ambiance is lively, casual, a great place to have a delicious meal with your family. I can't wait to come back.

    Menu with GF designations
    Dana M.

    Highly recommend the artichokes. They were incredible!! Also highly recommend Adrian as a server. He went above and beyond, hand writing on a menu everything that was celiac safe, could be made safe, and should be avoided. I have never in my life had a server perform such an act of kindness.

    Willie G.

    Really nice location at Hudson yards, this restaurant is part of what looks like a Spanish market place. The restaurant itself is pretty fancy but comfortable. The service is excellent. We just had the grilled octopus with potatoes, and sea bass fillet, we shared both, with left overs. The sangria was great, tasty and strong. We are about to have Spanish cake and cheese cake, will update on that in the future.

    Keiko E.

    We ate early dinner at this wonderful Spain restaurant, we ordered aged Rib Eye Steak which was excellent came with 3 delicious side dishes Fir a dessert, ordered a famous Basque cheese cake, it was so delicious. Our sever, Paola was cordial and professional, thank you for making our daughter's birthday dinner a memorable one, I highly recommend this restaurant.

    Conchinillo and paella
    Kim P.

    The conchinillo's meat was very tender and the skin was crunchy! It's good for sharing but everything is overpriced.

    Piquillo toasted pepper
    Bing R.

    We came here for the cuchinillo - that is the entire 12-1/2 lb Spanish style roast pig. You have to reserve it and ask it in advance. It is a good meal in itself which includes the entire pig plus a nice salad, roasted red piquillo pepper cooked in Spanish style (sweet not hot), very good fluffy smooth mashed potato with olive oil on top. 1 pig feeds up to 8 people max but order maybe 1-2 appetizers to share for the table. No need for appetizer if you are 6. The above comes with the order of the whole roast pig except the omelette and asparagus. The roast pig had some crispy skin but we expected crispy skin all over like the one we order in Madrid and Segovia. So this was only 60% crispy. But the pork is juicy inside. Their potato omelette was very good and so was the white asparagus. But we came here for the roast pig.

    Avocado goat cheese salad
    Monique P.

    So, what you heard is true- it's expensive- and portions are small. But It is delicious!! Sides are a shareable size. The branzino is the most reasonable sized main dish and is also very tasty. I've been here several times but haven't taken much photos but here are two dishes I had last time I went. This rating is for the service and the taste of the food. They can do better on the price/portion or else it would be 5. There are other restaurants very close by, with high quality food, in the same price range that have better portions, in addition you can eat in the Mercados tapas bar right next to it, and have almost the exact same food tapas style at a much more affordable price.

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    6 years ago

    The white man's version of food from Spain. Eh. I have been to Madrid and Leña broke my heart. Price point is far above quality.

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    El Pote Español Restaurant

    El Pote Español Restaurant

    4.0
    (258 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$
    Speaks Spanish
    Outdoor seating

    El restaurant es muy autentico, las porciones de los platilloa principales fueron generous. Me…read moreencantó el restaurantes.

    It's been awhile but this local place for Spanish cuisine is still here…read more PARKING - it's Manhattan by the tunnel but there is a garage on 39th available ENTRANCE - the bar maid greeted us with a smile and was extremely congenial. Checked our reservation and seated us promptly AMBIANCE - very rustic and Sevilla looking. They updated the decor a bit and it's nice. CAPACITY - the place is still small like 30 tables so a reservation will be needed for Friday night and weekends MENU - great choices and appetizers. You are covered for many authentic Spanish dishes SERVICE - great waiter and bus service. Never an empty glass and offered great suggestions for a few of us unfamiliar with Spanish cuisine APPETIZERS - the chorizo was fabulous. The octopus was cooked to perfection. And the shrimp and garlic sauce was amazing ENTREES - the paellas were very good. Many years ago they were a 9 out of 10 for me. I give it an 8 if 10 now. I tried the arroz con pollo which was very good as well. VINO - the Spanish wine by the bottle we tried was very good. They were out of the marquis rascal but the recommendation did not disappoint DESSERT - we had no room for more than coffee. However the list looked great. I'll try the flan next time RESTROOM - although very small, they were very clean and recently remodeled. PRICE - we had a party of 6 with 2 bottles of wine and the bill sans tip was $425. No awful at all.

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    Boqueria Flatiron

    Boqueria Flatiron

    4.0
    (1.5k reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$$
    Outdoor seating
    Full bar

    Boqueria is reliably delicious - I'm usually wary of chain restaurants as they can become too…read more"corporate". Boqueria was not the case. The location was small but provided a cozy and intimate environment, perfect for a date night or a fun dinner with friends. The staff was knowledgeable about the offerings and the food came extremely fast. The dishes come out as they are ready and they just kept getting better and better ( you HAVE to get the octopus and churros ) Truly loved every single dish and the perfect spot to try many different things due to the tapas style.

    I've been to Boqueria several times, and it never disappoints. It's always a lively, fun…read moreexperience, especially during happy hour. They have a great selection of drinks and small bites, and I highly recommend starting with the red sangria. Fair warning: it goes down a little too easily. The jamón croquetas and mushroom croquetas are perfect bar snacks to pair with your sangria. We happened to be there watching Spain during the World Cup, so between the food, drinks, and cheering fans, it almost felt like we had been transported to Barcelona--minus the airfare. The service was friendly, relaxed, and refreshingly unhurried. We never felt rushed and were able to order at our own pace, which made the meal even more enjoyable. For the main course, the meatballs, chicken skewers, gambas al ajillo, and beef paella were all delicious. Honestly, every time a dish arrived, I thought, "Okay, this is my favorite," until the next one came out. The churros were the perfect ending--crispy, hot, and dangerously good when dipped into the thick, rich hot chocolate. They're the kind of dessert that makes you seriously consider ordering a second round... even when you're already full. Boqueria continues to be one of my favorite spots for great Spanish food, excellent happy hour, and a lively atmosphere. I'll definitely be back--and probably for those churros sooner than I should.

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    Sevilla Restaurant & Bar

    Sevilla Restaurant & Bar

    3.7
    (617 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    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.

    We picked Sevilla for lunch because they advertise as the oldest Spanish restaurant. I had the…read moregarlic soup and the rest of my party had the black bean soup . Both were very good especially since it was very cold that day. I ordered mussels. The amount of mussels was very generous and they were tasty. Three of us ordered appetizers as our main meal and one of us ordered an entree.... Unfortunately they did not bring all of us what we ordered at the same time and when we asked why not we were told that the entree would come after the appetizers... we told them to bring the entree toot sweet. I don't buy the excuse so if you're here and have a similar situation make it real clear you want all the food together or you will end up watching someone eat alone.... I'd definitely come back to try the paella.

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    Txikito

    Txikito

    3.7
    (443 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$$

    Sat at the bar--exactly where you want to be. Great drinks, tight menu, and the kroketa is the…read morestar...crispy, rich, and absolutely worth the stop alone. This is a "order 4-5 plates and see where the night goes" kind of place. Not overcomplicated, just really well executed. Perfect for a casual but dialed-in bite.

    I had high expectations for Txikito after an amazing experience at their sister restaurant, St…read more Julivert. We ordered a lot, and only a few dishes really hit. Morros (4.5/5): Fantastic! The beef cheek was incredibly tender, juicy, and flavor packed Arroz Meloso (4.5/5): Super delicious, though like most of their tapas menu, the portion size is quite small Mendreska (4.25/5): The swordfish itself was very enjoyable, though the eggplant sauce pairing could have been stronger Kroketas (4.25/5): Loved the rich, creamy truffle filling Filete y Riojanos (3.75/5): Looked better than it tasted. The steak could have been juicier, and the anchovy pairing made it quite salty. The tomatoes were just ok Pulpo (3.75/5): Slightly better than the crudo. I liked the thin octopus slices, but the citrus oil flavor profile wasn't really my preference. Amberjack (3.5/5): I usually can't resist a crudo, but this one didn't hit. It was overpowered by heavy olive oil flavor Quisquillas (3/5): Not a fan of this. The soft-shell shrimp shell was very sharp, eat with caution, as it can scrape your mouth

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    Salinas

    Salinas

    4.0
    (1.1k reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$$$

    Salinas is where you would wanna spend your money !! they deliver exceptional food, outstanding…read moreservice, and one of the most inviting atmospheres in Chelsea. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply craving authentic Spanish cuisine, it's a restaurant that's easy to recommend.

    I had one of those nights at Salinas that you don't really expect going in, but end up thinking…read moreabout long after. From the second I walked in, the space just hits differently. It feels warm, intimate, almost like you've stepped into someone's beautifully designed home rather than a restaurant. At some point you find yourself under the retractable roof, looking up at the stars in the middle of New York, which is kind of wild in the best way. The food was honestly next level. You can tell there's a real San Sebastián influence behind it. Everything felt precise but still full of flavor and personality. Every dish that came out just kept building on the last. The presentation was beautiful without trying too hard, and the flavors were the kind that make you pause for a second after a bite. Service was exactly what you want it to be. Super attentive, really knowledgeable, but still relaxed. Nothing felt forced or overdone. I also have to mention the cocktails because they deserve it. Whoever is behind the bar knows what they're doing. I had the "Comandante on Vacation" and it was one of those drinks you immediately want another of before you're even halfway through. What I didn't expect was how the energy evolves during the night. There's a DJ, but it's not in your face. It just slowly lifts the whole atmosphere and suddenly dinner turns into something a bit more alive without losing that elevated feel. It's just one of those places where everything works. The setting, the food, the service, the vibe all come together in a way that feels effortless. Definitely one of the more memorable dinners I've had in a while.

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    Leña - catalan - Updated August 2026

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