Pros: The food at Nai was very good. The mushroom carpaccio is a must as is the Katsu. The staff were very nice and know their menu. Cons: We had a reservation and they were not ready for our table or the three other couples who arrived at the same time. They had a mix of walk ins and reservations and did not take any priority for the reservation, it was just when you walked in. That's probably why our table was ready 25 minutes after our reservation time. I'd return but with the expectation that reservations are a guideline and if I'm not in a rush. read more

Really good, reasonably-priced tapas. I loved the simplicity of the tender boiled bite-sized pulpo, and also the inventiveness of the cherry tomatoes that look like tiny nipples. Their katsu sandwich reminds me of the Japanese version, but with even more umami. The sea bass roll is a work of art. Very satisfied. 1. Tartare (45 day aged prime ribeye, artichoke, cilantro, lime, sherry) 2. Pulpo (La Coruna-Galicia octopus, paprika, evoo) 3. Katsu (45 day aged prime ribeye, estrella galicia batter, milk bread, aioli) 4. Tomate (tomato, gazpacho gelatin, mint, cilantro, sherry) 5. Lubina (Chilean sea bass, toast, serrano ham, asparagus, orange) 6. Churrasco (skirt steak, cherry pepper, garlic, chimichurri) read more

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One of the best Spanish restaurants in the city. We ordered the octopus, the carrillada, the mushroom carpaccio and the fideuá, it was perfect for 2 plus the semifredo for dessert, we loved everything. Nicky who took care of us was amazing. 100% recommended read more

Nai - Fideuá - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - New York, New York

I barely rate places full stars. But Nai is the one who made my mind for it. Start with the walk in experience, it's low key with simple and clean interior design. Nothing more or less, right on. Food: The beef tartare with the crunchy sliced chips on it is outrageous. The sea bass croquettes roll tastes crunchy and savory. The calamari is one of a kind, just as tender as egg white. Not exaggerated! The pasta paella with beautiful topping sauce on it, mixed up together, have a nice bite. Overall, it gave us a beautiful food journey! I'd love to take my loved one to have this incredible experience w/ me. Thank you for bringing us so many good dishes. read more

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Very average experience! Stopped in here for a Friday night dinner with some friends and shared a few dishes. This restaurant has a sultry, moody vibe and I definitely could picture it being a great date night spot. We ordered the gambas, bravas, fideua, pan con tomate, and croqueta. The gambas, or shrimp with garlic was nothing special, a little bland, and like a lot of dishes on the menu relying too much on paprika for flavor. The bravas were overwhelmingly covered with paprika, and not crispy like one would expect. The fideua, or pasta paella tasted overwhelmingly like nori, our group hardly ate any of this dish. This dish in particular has so much potential, and is visually stunning, I just think some of the ratios of ingredients are off. The stars of the show here are the croqueta and pan con tomate. The croqueta were perfectly crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, we almost ordered a second serving. The pan con tomate was also perfectly executed, and I enjoyed the familiarity of the dish. Where this restaurant really shines is the service. Perhaps some of the kindest and most attentive I've had in New York. Overall I think I'd come back and give it another shot, or at least order the dishes we enjoyed again. read more

Nai - Pasta Paella - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - New York, New York

Admittedly we had a few small issues with our dinner here but this review is reflective of the AMAZING customer service here. My partner posted a review outlining some of the hiccups we experienced during service and the director called us, apologized profusely, and made very generous offers to help compensate us for our experience. This place clearly values its customers feedback and is definitely looking to continuously improve. Will definitely try it again sometime soon. read more

Nai - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - New York, New York

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Easily got an outdoor table on a weeknight and had a good experience. I loved the crazy godfather from torbeo cocktail, and my favorite dish was the short ribs - the fries were amazing. Also tried the Patatas bravas, Guiso de calamar and Gambas al ajillo (garlic shrimp), which were all decent, if not mind-blowing. Service was great! read more

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I was really hungry when I came here and was disappointed in the portions but the overall experience wasn't bad. Very cute spot. I'd recommend me coming here with colleagues. The prices are a bit steep especially for the food size but the food isn't bad. I'll probably come back to try other items on their menu. read more

Nai - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - New York, New York

Best meal we've had in a long time. Amazing flavor combinations and exquisite execution by the kitchen. Highlights were the Sea Bass Toast, the Pork Cheek & the Chickpea. Dishes are tapas, so we ordered 7 dishes for 2 people and it was plenty. Service was smooth and seamless. Can't wait to go back and bring friends. read more

This is an excellent restaurant if you're in the East Village and looking for tapas! My server was super friendly and recommended the Sea Bass and Fuentes red wine, both of which were outstanding. A beautiful spot with exceptional food. read more

Don't really get why this place has such high reviews. The vibe is nice but the food is definitely not worth the price. The pasta paella is so salty that my tongue stings... And everything is very oily. Maybe they should focus more on the food and less on the plating... read more

Nai - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - New York, New York

Unique Spanish tapas with a Japanese flare! Really exceeded my expectations and highly recommend for fusion cuisine lovers. The pasta paella, which was a play on classic seafood paella done with pasta, nori, and tobiko is a must try. For protein, the lubino (seabass) and katsu were standouts. Of the vegetables, the smoked eggplant and portabello carpaccio were out of this world! Truly a fantastic meal.. only thing we didn't love was the wine selection. read more

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Nai offers a mix of traditional and experimental Spanish Tapas and to be honest they're all delicious. You can't go wrong with any of your orders but be ready to spend some because it can get expensive quick! They've just moved locations (right across the street from their old spot) AND the creators have opened a new restaurant called Amigo by Nai which I haven't been to yet but expect great things. read more

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I've been a fan since the beginning when they were in a smaller spot on First Avenue. To be honest, I did prefer the menu back then; it had more authentic Spanish food and less fusion, but I still have a great time. The mushroom carpaccio is one of the newest additions that I can recommend; it is mind-blowing, and the desserts are out of this world! They might look simple to the eye, but don't be fooled by this; they're amazing. Overall, I have always enjoyed Nai and have loved the journey to where they are today. read more

So lets be honest... Nai Tapas is not cheap. And dishes are not huge. And it's very close seating. And it's probably not good for having a serious conversation or bringing kids... But it serves damn good tapas, excellent drinks, while listening and watching Flamenco, and getting some romantic time with your date. Recently came here with the wife. Tables were very close together, but overall atmosphere was nice and romantic. Drinks were good - sangria top notch (both red wine and bluebery sangria were good). The flamenco show was on that night and I thought it was well performed. Guitar was outstanding But on to food... Tapas are small but delicious. By far my favorite was boiled octopus. I know - boiled sounds bland, but this was anything but - lots of flavor, great texture - absolutely delicious. Sardines were great as well - served on a stick We tried potatoes in spicy tomato sauce and they were good (although dish was big and needed protein to pair up with) Also, the various sandwiches - like zucchini w goat cheese and fig\bacon on top, and chorizo with quail egg on toast -were quite nice and flavorful. There were a lot of dishes that looked interesting that we did not get to try (something with smoke under cover, garlic shrimp, and steak - all looked awesome at neighboring tables) We finished with a nice desert of coconut flan which was just right kind of rich. Overall a great meal, and all the alcohol helps reduce the shock at final bill :) But main thing - don't miss out on octopus. It's phenomenal and not to be missed read more

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Came here on a Friday night with a table for 4 and I was blown away. This place is very unassuming in the middle of the east village, but the food is phenomenal. We sat in the lower level and it was a great cozy, modern vibe. They only serve wine, beer and sake, but their specialty sake cocktails were surprisingly so good. 10/10 experience will definitely come back here often. read more

The ambiance was very comfortable and relaxed. The food was by far the most incredible combination of flavors I have ever experienced. The shrimp and eggplant were my favorites! The drinks were just right and the dessert was delicious too! One of the best aspects were the host and waiters. They were very inviting, friendly, attentive, and kind! They were able to answer all of our questions and we exchanged some laughs in the midst of it! I look forward to going back again! read more

It was a little hard finding this spot, but man are we happy we did. Our server, he must have been the chef or a relative or someone who has worked with this family centric restaurant for years, because he was SO passionate about everything. His eyes light up when he tells you about the food and its heritage. The artichoke I can't recommend enough, I want to bathe in the cheese foam. The beef cheek was outstanding. Loved every second of this place. read more

Very inventive, phenomenal quality. Going for my anniversary in March. Not inexpensive by any means but worth it

WOW. Obsessed with everything about Nai Tapas. First off, the staff and service is impeccable. We were greeted by a gracious hostess and our waitress and servers were cheerful and so helpful navigating through the menu. Their outdoor dining set up was so cute with marble tables and rustic modern decor. They recommended us these dishes, which ended up being perfect: Chilean Sea Bass: 5/5. Beautiful presentation and soo tasty! The soft, juicy fish is amazing with the crispy crust. Only complaint is it's only 2 pieces and I wanted more! Steak Tartare: 5/5. My favorite! My boyfriend and I finished this so quickly. Perfect texture and taste. Good sized portion too. Hanger Steak: 5/5. Yum!! The dipping sauce and the steak pairing is impeccable! Definitely a must try in East Village. They have a wide selection of tapas and prices are great for what you get. You can't go wrong with the recommended on the menu (we sure didn't!). Adding this place to the top of my list for fave restaurants in NYC. read more

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atmosphere: 5/5 food: 5/5 service: 5/5 I literally loved every single dish we ordered. We ordered mussels, seabass wrapped in toast, potato, and wagyu sandwich (it's a MUST). The only negative from this restaurant was sangria. It was tooooo weak like water, and did not taste any alcohol.. I would rather order wine here. Otherwise, I will definitely come back here! read more

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Made a reservation on Valentine's Day Ordered 4 sets for the party of 4 to share. The food portion was as little as you could imagine. I went to so many restaurants in the city. This is probably the most stingiest one I've ever seen. The food quality was mediocre, nothing outstanding. After finished all the courses. None of us were full. Really disappointed. Would not come again. read more

So glad someone recommended this restaurant. It was an absolute gem. My family and I sat upstairs, so thankful they were able to accommodate us and our table of 9. We were right next to the windows upstairs with a nice view of the flamenco show. The music is just at the right volume, so you're still able to hold a conversation. The food was exquisite, it's tapas style so everything is shared. The paid close attention to detail and everything was very artsy. The food came out tasty and piping hot which I loved. My favorites were the pollo a la brasa, gambas al ajillo, churrasco arriero, and the bacalao de mi casa. The sangria was also delicious, not too strong. I think it's best to come here as a group so you can taste as many appetizers as you want. For dessert we had the coconut flan, which was small but full of flavor. Can't wait to return! read more

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This place is a must!!!! I was very impressed by the food and especially the service. I will always recommend this place now and bring my friends. If you are not sure what to get, throw a coin in the area and pick whatever it lands on. Everything was very unique and worth its price and all part of a wonderful experience. The service was amazing where waiters would ask you what's your name and give you recommendations tips and so on. I had David and Taxim, but I'm sure they are all amazing no matter who serves you. Tip: make a reservation!!!! I magically got luck and ate at the bar and fell in love. A wonderful experience. Just come, don't question it. Get the little neck clams, the seafood pasta, the first thing on the menu, the dessert and oh the cauliflower was woah. For two people, we split 5 meals plus dessert. All amazing and worth it. read more

Nai - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - New York, New York

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Very good tapas. I'd say a little more on the "style over substance" spectrum relative to others in the city, seemingly a bit more focused on presentation and stylistic elements. Dishes we tried below and reviews: - Clams: thought this was a home-run. Simply prepared, but the yuzu goes really well and the brininess of the clam. - Sea Bass: nice crispy shell, good acid from sauce and fish that was perfectly cooked. Almost wish they did away with the shell, the fish was that good. - Octopus: this came with a warning regarding the texture, but tried it anyways. It was way too soft for me and I just wasn't used to it. Reminded me of monkfish. It also lacked seasoning, which I thought would've helped (instead of purely paprika). - Chicken thigh: this was the best presented dish of the night, with sauce laid down at the table. The problem was, the dish was the worst of the night: the chicken was just not very good. It was dry and tough, with almost a breast-like texture. - Rib: nice succulent rib but wished the braise was better throughout the rib, there were parts that were much chewier than I would've liked. I found the staff here to be super friendly and helpful when ordering and the drinks were just fine. When I looked at what other tables were eating, all their dishes looked really yummy. Definitely a nice date spot or a place to come with a group read more

Nai has been on list for awhile now and after a disappointing meal at Tomino recently, I was pretty skeptical about the city's tapas restaurants. Located next to the popular Chinese omakase Sushi by M , Nai is a pretty space and we had attentive service all night. The waiter recommended 6 dishes for the two of us girls and it was just the right amount. The best dishes by far were the carpaccio- sliced portabella mushroom topped with nuts and cheese, tartare-this was amazing with a bit of a kick to it and had crispy mini chips to complement the dish, the seafood paella pasta was also another win of the night, initially I thought the pasta would not soak up the flavors as well as rice but this dish was well executed and had a nice amount of seafood. The Katsu was nothing special and a bit too dry and well done for my taste, the peppers dish was not to our liking and we quickly swapped it for gambas which was served with bread. We shared a bottle of cava and left satisfied. read more

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I came here for a team dinner when visiting NYC and loved my visit to Nai! When you walk in, you feel like you're in a restaurant in Spain when the interior architecture and decor. The tapas were overall great! I will say the proportions are a bit larger than what I've normally had as a tapa -- the server recommended 3 dishes/person but we did 2 and there was plenty of food. We had so many different plates, I can't recall them all but I do remember the steak being delicious! read more

I came here with a group of friends and were seated front and center, right where the Flamenco dancing and music performance was taking place. The interior was dark and cozy with an intimate feel. There were brick walls, dark wood tables, accents of yellow and red. My friends ordered a few pitchers of sangria: Mango and Blueberry-Pomegranate. I sampled a bit of both flavors and was disappointed that the mango didn't take like its namesake. The Blueberry-Pomegranate one was a nice deep pink color and was better tasting. I enjoyed some of the fruit that the drink came with: Apples, oranges and lemons (why?), though wished that there were other types of fruit too. We were served complimentary baguette bread with olive oil, which was good but a bit tough to chew. We decided to share six tapas. In order from absolute favorite to least favorite: + Pelotillas De Queso De Cabra: This was soo wonderful and consisted of 3 parts: Toast with orange-citrusy marmalade, cucumber wrapped fried goat cheese and date wrapped bacon on top. It was so delicious... The goat cheese was incredibly rich and creamy and went well with the crunchiness of the toast. And the bacon wrapped date was perfectly sweet, crispy and full of flavor. + Short Rib: Braised short rib with potatoes seasoned with smoked paprika and grilled jalapeno peppers. The short rib was so amazingly tender - melt in your mouth delicious! The meat was spiced just the right amount and was delightfully flavorful. + Patatas Alioli: Potatoes basted in creamy garlic aioli sauce, which was really addicting. The potatoes were shaped in cute little cubes with tons of garlic sauce. + Empanadillas De Carne: Beef empanadas looked to be crafted carefully and were lovely. The dough was twisted to keep the empanadas shut and the filling was good. There was plenty of meat and some vegetables, along with great savory seasoning to bring it all together. + Croquetas De Pollo: Chicken croquettes, breaded and fried chicken was decent. Despite it being deep-fried, it was quite light and went well with the mayo-based sauce that was provided. + Liguillas Estofadas: Meatballs in brandy sauce was just okay. The flavor of the meat was off for me and the accompanying sauce was not to my liking. After our meal, we, of course, had to try dessert. I chose the Pastel de Chocolate Caliente con Helado de Vanilla, which was warm chocolate lava cake with vanilla ice cream. It was super adorable and super yummy. There was a lattice of chocolate sauce on the plate, the circular chocolate lava cake right in the center and a perfect scoop of ice cream on top, along with some more chocolate sauce. The chocolate lava cake was delectable and very chocolatey. I especially loved the warm, gooey and decadent chocolate oozing out of the cake. The only complaint I have is that the cake was a bit on the small side. The service was great and our waiter was really nice. He brought everything in a timely manner and still managed to stay out of the way when the Flamenco dance performance was going on, which was excellent - There was even live music during the performance. The two dancers were vibrant and passionate with a love for the art... It was all very cool to watch. It was a fun-filled night out and I would come back to try other tapas and dessert. read more

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I decided to take my friend here for a bday dinner and we were both very pleased with our meal. Everything we had was either good to great, there were no bad dishes, one or two that I wouldn't order again but by no means bad. I been to Barcelona and Madrid, and I think this place does a great job with the classic tapas dishes, the classics were awesome, the more modern dishes were just good. The restaurant itself was a comfortable size and I appreciate how the tables weren't too close together, by the middle of our meal, the restaurant filled up but it never felt cramped, which was awesome. I think this place would be a nice date spot or a celebration dinner since the atmosphere was dimly lit and not too loud. So far this and Casa Mono are my two favorite tapas in NY but Casa Mono is Spanish influenced and not necessarily Spanish. The food: Pintxo De Chistorra Con Huevo De Codorniz- Spicy basque chorizo over piquillo pepper and toast topped with fried quail egg and melted manchego cheese. This was our favorite dish, it was so good that we ordered a second order. The flavor of the chorizo was wonderful, I adore manchego and the piquillo added a nice background note. This is an absolute must order. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=M4oICPMJcnMhTz1u33ExOg&userid=Y_iTTjKvV5hLy-880SZzlA Gambas Al Ajillo- Shrimp in garlic sauce. This is one of the dishes I automatically think of when I think of tapas and it is something I always order, I thought the version here was great. The oil from the shrimp was magical, the oil had so much damn flavor, not dipping the bread in the oil would be a crime. The shrimp was cooked nicely but oh my god that oil... https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=nKbPcnbxFRsOrOS9kPwr_g&userid=Y_iTTjKvV5hLy-880SZzlA Croquetas de Jamon- Serrano ham croquettes. This is another staple dish and I really liked the version here. The croquette was so perfectly crunchy and the inside was so wonderfully creamy. I have a soft spot for croquestas and the ones here made me extremely happy. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=B1dzLH9CwNRQxCCrcuO20g&userid=Y_iTTjKvV5hLy-880SZzlA Costilla Tempura- Braised short rib tempura with a spicy avocado sauce. This is was kinda the curve ball dish but it was really good. The short rib was very tender and I liked the crunch from the tempura but I did find the fry to taste a bit oily. The short rib was served over these short noodles that packed so much flavor. I found the noodles to be a tad salty on their own but when paired with the beef, it was great. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=-2d5h3T8XBpFeNP24PseMQ&userid=Y_iTTjKvV5hLy-880SZzlA Churrasco Arriero- Skirt steak sauteed with garlic and spicy cherry peppers. On paper, this sounded great, I thought the steak was just good. The steak by itself was kinda plain but it became a lot better once the sauce was added. The steak was cooked all the way through, I wish it was cooked less, but I thought the color of the steak came off weird like it wasn't cooked in a pan that was hot enough. I also thought the texture of the steak could have been better, it kinda had the texture of boiled beef. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=-JKOsg3csYznJ3AP_VC6dg&userid=Y_iTTjKvV5hLy-880SZzlA Aquacate Relleno- Avocado stuffed with lump crab meat, corn, and sprinkled with serrano ham. I ordered this since I love avocados and I love crab. The glaring issue with this dish was the avocado itself, the avocado was really firm, firm like I needed a knife instead of just the fork. The avocado was missing that nice and creamy texture that I expect from an avocado. The crab salad on top was nice but there was too much mayo and I didn't taste much crab, I also thought this dish lacked seasoning. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=KC2tOnRuTDMx0lCHxM-94Q&userid=Y_iTTjKvV5hLy-880SZzlA Bruselas Con Lacon- Brussel sprouts with pork belly in a spicy mustard alioli topped with fresh apple in an orange emulsion. The brussel sprouts were good but not terribly exciting. The sprouts could have been cooked a little less since I like them to have a bit of a crunch, the pork belly tasted good but I think this dish needed salt and acidity. This dish was kinda too simple as well. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=vQz0NHr5H3SwASb7o4KMXw&userid=Y_iTTjKvV5hLy-880SZzlA Churros Rellenos de Chocolate- Chocolate filled churros. I thought this was the perfect thing to finish the meal. The churros were nicely fried and the chocolate instead paired together perfectly, it was not too sweet and the crunch on the churros were great. The churros didn't necessarily feel oily but they kinda tasted oily. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=0XBMdZ8B5bI4ol8uzbyfqg&userid=Y_iTTjKvV5hLy-880SZzlA read more

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Really had high hopes for this place, great ambiance and great service. Unfortunately was not impressed with the food. Ordered the Galician octopus- texture and flavor were lacking-( I've had the dish in Spain so do know the difference)-and the crispy bass had potential but unfortunately it was a bit overcooked. The owner was amazing he gave us a complimentary crème brûlée. Would try again hopefully just an off night! read more

Spent $200+ dollars and left hungry. Food was decent, but not worth the prices they're charging for what they give you. $25 dishes coming out in little microwaveable personal pan pizza sized dishes. We went across the street to get $1 slices afterwards. read more

My favorite dishes here include their Mussels on Focaccia bread and their Truffle Oil Manchego Mushrooms (not pictured!). I've been twice now and both times l've also gotten the Nori Paella, Paprika Octopus, and Ribeye Tartare, all 3 recommended. read more

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I love Nai Tapas so much, I had to go back twice just to try new things on the menu. First go around, my friend and I didn't have a reservation so we got seated at the bar area. But that ended up being ideal because we got incredible service from Taksim and David, who were so thoughtful and friendly! The waitstaff in general is beyond kind. My friend and I ordered the fideu (paella that will literally make you feel like you're in Spain), the mussels that were carefully prepared, ribs, cauliflower that somehow tasted like dessert, and Chilean sea bass that melts as soon as it hits your tongue. The flan here is the best, hands down. Second go around, pork belly that was so soft and tender. I got the ribs again because I know what I like. This time, I ordered a slice of almond cake and it was also heavenly. I think I'm going to just keep bringing people here, to be honest. read more

Nai - Flan - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - New York, New York

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wow oh wow this is probably one of my top new favorite restaurants in NYC! I love the vibes as it's a perfect place to catch up with a group of guy or gal pals. The music is a bit loud in the evening so it might be hard to bring a date but I came here with a group of 5 other girlfriends and there was a group of 4 dudes in the corner. The food was stellar and deserves to be shared: + Steak Katsu: my absolute favorite dish of the night. The steak married so well with the ric + Octopus: this was one of the most tender octopus dishes I have ever experienced - it basically melted in my mouth + Paella: the Paella was very unique - in combination with the seaweed topping some of the other flavors gave an Asian profile + Pork Belly: this dish was good but not something remember too well + Cauliflower: this dish was a showstopper and the green sauce was so addicting + Sea Bass: eat with your hands! the sea bass is so delicate but it worked so well with all of the other components read more

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Heads up: if you're wanting the tasting menu you need to let them know while you're making the reservation. We had a reservation, but was told during seating that it's unavailable. The food we ordered was so rich, and our top favorite was surprisingly the Carpaccio We order drinks each, 5 tapas, 1 dessert, and a dessert drink:) below are our thoughts. Overall solid food, solid staff, and great quiet/chill environment. 1. Unknown Parts - miso cocktail that was just really unique and flavorful 2. White sangria - subtly sweet with enough crisp dry notes to cut through the really rich food items we ordered 3. Jamón - jamón was really good, must be quality meat cause I'm pretty sure they didn't do anything but slice that baby. 4. Carpaccio - was just MIND BLOWINGholy moly. The bella is sliced soooo thinly that you can simply cut through it with you fork like a piece of fat. The truffle oil along with the crunch from the almond is just amazing. ******THIS IS YOUR MUST SPLURGE***** 5. Katsu - very filling, good toasted bread, easily sink-your-teeth-in and take a bite sandwich. I thought there would be more..... did not par up to some of the other katsu sandwiches I've had at certain Japanese spots around the city. 7. Lubina - sea bass was another amazing killer. The outside crunch layer was sooooooooo exquisite. It wasn't a crunch that leaves the roof of your mouth scarred; it was this cloud-like crunchy crunch. The fish inside was MOIST (sorry to those who hate that word) but that fish exemplified that word. Period. 8. Pulpo - perfect perfect texture. I found it too briny...? But my partner didn't mind :) Desserts :) The Yuzu Creme Brûlée was BOMB So cold and citrusy, it was the perfect way to end the meal. Funnily we thought the other side of the dessert menu was more dessert and thought XXX cream (totally forgot the name) sounded great, but it was drinks haha. The drink had a lot of flavors and notes and ended with a whiskey like taste? It was kinda strong :) . . . TLDR: get the yuzu Creme brûlée GET THE CARPACCIO read more

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Sea Baas toast was a disappointment! Fried toast was not tasty and underwhelming! Will skip this place!

We came by for a late dinner and enjoyed the tapas we tried here! We weren't too hungry so we just ordered the Lubina, Carpaccio, and Bravas. The Lubina was super delicious! I'm a sucker for Chilean Sea Bass, and this melted in my mouth. The Carpaccio was very unique, with thinly sliced mushroom, drizzled with truffle oil, almonds, and manchego. The Bravas were pretty standard, I wish we had more chipotle aioli drizzled over the potatoes. We also got the Sangria, which was very delicious and left us with a slight buzz after. Solid dinner and I'd be back to try more tapas here! read more

I came here fresh offof living in Spain and really wanted to like it, but just had an overall unwelcoming experience here. For one, after we ordered a few tapas to start, our waiter took all of our menus. We had to ask repeatedly to get a drink menu back. Loved how experimental their cocktails were, but the food was fine. The steep prices and subpar tapas left us disappointed, and we ended up grabbing the check and eating elsewhere, a bummer to end the evening. read more

tl;dr - bad service and food poisoning My girlfriend and I had high hopes coming into our dinner at Nai given the reviews and high menu prices but unfortunately our hopes were quickly washed away. We took some recommendations from our waitress and ordered a glass of red sangria each and about a half dozen items from the menu. Our drinks came promptly and then everything started to go downhill. Our food started coming out within less than 5 minutes of ordering. Within 10 minutes of ordering, all 6 dishes had already come out. We worked our way through the food which was nothing special and then sat at the table for another 20-30 minutes (our empty plates still there) while our server did not check on us once. Our first glasses of Sangria sat empty for much of the meal (never got the chance to order a second). Finally we were able to get our server's attention who finally came and cleared our plates and gave us the check. We were seated in the very front sunroom where there are just 2 tables, away from the main space in the restaurant, so perhaps this is why our service suffered. To add insult to injury, we ended up also getting food poisoning. We both woke up in the middle of the night with awful stomach pains and well, we won't go into more detail than that... A very disappointing experience, we won't be back. read more

This is one of the best tapas spots in the city with some very innovative creations. While the traditional offerings here aren't too shabby, the creative dishes are absolutely outstanding. The tomato in gazpacho jelly and truffle oil soaked portabello carpaccio are my must gets when I'm here, and the pasta paella is phenomenal, elevated by the umami bomb that is laver seaweed. And the Panna Cotta is one of my all time favorite desserts. Highly recommended. read more

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