Incredible food, staff, and vibe!! We attended a private event for a cousin's birthday and it was perfect! The party was held downstairs in a private room and there was adequate space for ~35 people with a DJ and a dance floor in the middle of the room. Drinks tasted great and were STRONG. I had a spicy margarita and a regular marg and both were winners. For appetizers, we had family style empanadas, filet mignon meatballs, and boquerones. All were delicious but the winner for me was the empanadas. Next course was Tasca's Abuelita salad which was served individually. The greens were fresh and the salad was dressed very well. For my main, I had the Churrasco Argentinean (grilled skirt steak, yucca fries and field greens, Caribbean mojo and cilantro chimichurri) which was to die for. My husband got the halibut which he was very pleased with as well. The plated desserts served were the perfect end to the night. I cannot recommend Tasca enough for a fun group event! read more

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Be me: Call at 8:30 to ask when the kitchen closed. First I hear 9:30. Then she corrects herself to 10:30- we are on speaker- My guy asks, "What time does the kitchen close?" She says 10. We all heard it. Confirmed it too! We come from the East Side in a blizzard and get there at 9:40 -- in a non-challant voice, Ellie says sorry - we can't feed you- kitchen is closed. I even asked ahead of time if they take Blackbird Pay. They do. I covered every base. Apparently Tasca can't manage to cover theirs. And the cherry on top? "I didn't know you were coming." It's a restaurant. People come. That's the whole point. If you close at 9:30, say 9:30. Don't give different answers and then act confused when customers show up based on what you told them. Train your hosts. Or at least teach them the hours. I can't even imagine the food or service if the point of entry is so bad. read more

Tasca delivers an elevated, contemporary take on Spanish and Latin-Caribbean cuisine, paying homage to the traditional flavors of Spain, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, and Cuba. The menu feels thoughtful and authentic without being heavy-handed--classic dishes executed with precision and finesse. The expansive wine cellar boasts over 300 bottles, ranging from standout Spanish varietals to selections from Napa Valley and the Canary Islands. Add in creative craft cocktails and NYC's largest rum collection--over 100 premium bottles, including rare and vintage labels--and the beverage program alone makes Tasca a destination. What we had: We started with an excellent Rioja, followed by Jamón "Cinco Jotas" Ibérico Pata Negra), widely regarded as the world's premier ham--rich, silky, and utterly unforgettable. Next came the Pulpo a la Parrilla: perfectly grilled octopus served with Peruvian potatoes and mojo Gallego. Tender, smoky, and beautifully balanced. For the main course, we shared the Paella Valenciana for two, and it was nothing short of world-class. The saffron rice was deeply flavorful and expertly cooked, loaded with shrimp, scallops, calamari, clams, mussels, chorizo, and chicken--each ingredient shining without overpowering the dish. What made this paella exceptional: * The rice: short-grain, perfectly cooked, absorbing flavor while maintaining texture; distinct grains, never creamy or wet. * Layered flavor: a rich, well-built sofrito and real saffron providing aroma, depth, and complexity. * The socarrat: a beautifully caramelized, crispy bottom layer--nutty, toasty, and slightly smoky--clearly achieved through patience and precise heat control. We finished with the chef's selection of charcuterie and artisan Spanish cheeses, paired with a 20-year-old port--an ideal finale to an outstanding meal. Service was knowledgeable, polished, and efficient. We arrived at 5:30 p.m. on a frigid Friday night in January when the restaurant was nearly empty; within 30 minutes, both floors were completely full. And for good reason--Tasca is a true culinary gem. Highly recommend. read more

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Had a great experience at Tasca last weekend! We came here for an early dinner before going to a concert in the city. Tasca is a short walk to Central Park (west side) in an early with many great restaurants but this one has a menu that piqued our interest. We decided to share a few of the small plates - the Scallop special with a pineapple salsa, the octopus and the croquette maduras. Everything we tried excellent!! Yes, they were small plates but packed full with flavor and different textures. For dessert, we split the Coconut Tres Leches - I am not a coconut person at all. I typically avoid anything with coconut as I don't like the flakiness of it but this was gooood. The coconut was subtle. Plus, quite a few of the items on the dessert menu had coconut so it was hard to avoid it. The ambiance was pleasant. You walk in to a bar with some tables around the perimeter and then walk up about 5 or 6 stairs to the main dining area. There's also a downstairs dining area but it was not being used when I went since we had an early dinner. Service was quick and our server was helpful with the menu. I'd definitely recommend coming here for tapas! read more

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What a delightful culinary experience! Each dish we had was delectable, beautifully plated, and thoughtfully curated. The wait staff was attentive but gave us ample time to enjoy our meal and have time to visit. The duck was particularly noteworthy--lean, cooked to perfection, and flavorful. Also, we requested to sit in the wine room which was lively albeit a bit loud once it filled up. I highly recommend this if you can secure it. read more

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The food is UNREAL! Service was impeccable and the vibe of the restaurant was all around exceptional. Came here right after work on a Wednesday and got seated immediately but the restaurant quickly filled up so I'll definitely make a reservation next time. I can't wait to return and order more of the menu- as I stated, everything was delicious. read more

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We came here for my wife's birthday and it was highly recommended by a couple friends. This place did not disappoint. The food was really delicious. The yuca fritas and the seats y gambas were light and went well with the bread that was served. The croquetas were scrumptious. When you order the paella it's a little bit of a wait, but it is 100% worth it. The waiter even warned us from ordering too much food while we waited. The warning was well established. The paella was a sizable portion with well seasoned rice and a good amount of fresh seafood. read more

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Tasca is a beautiful restaurant serving Spanish cuisine with influences from across the Spanish speaking world, including Dominican and Puerto Rican elements. The service was excellent, our waiter was attentive, friendly, and very knowledgeable about both the regular and special menus (which we mostly ordered from). Every dish was a 10/10. Standouts of the night were the scallop appetizer and the filet paired with yuca mash. Absolutely worth it. read more

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Came here on a quiet 4th of July weekend. The place was pretty empty. Stopped by for their happy hour and had a sangria-which was well balanced, margarita-which packed a bunch, croquette-which was crispy and well presented but wasn't overly keen on the filling and preferred the empanada. The bartenders are friendly and service was prompt. Getting the check was the only thing that took a bit after asking twice for a quiet day. The inside has a nice Spanish ambience. Would return for dinner or brunch read more

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My husband and I went to Tasca last night for the first time. The service was impeccable, which should be a given, but in so many restaurants it is not. They replaced our flatware after the appetizers, even though we hadn't used them, and they wiped down the table. They were refilled our water and checked on us throughout the evening. The food was delicious. My husband had the steak special and I had the shrimp. We had the ham appetizer, which was pricey, but superb. For drinks, my husband had sangria and I had a specially cocktail - we didn't find the drinks to be anything special, but they were ok. We had a red blend wine with dinner, which was very good - not exceptional, but more than satisfactory. We would definitely go back! read more

Tosca is no longer the great restaurant it was just two months ago. We had enjoyed some wonderful meals there and had recommended it to many of our friends. Today, a new manager greeted us by brusquely stating we had nine minutes left in happy hour. Nothing was happy. The staff looked depressed The portions were tiny. My shrimp tasted acidic. My husband's cheeseboard lacked the fruit it once carried and there was barely any cheese. When we brought this to the manager's attention, he shrugged. We won't go back again; we'll alert our friends; and encourage you to dine elsewhere. read more

Very friendly and helpful staff. Nice ambience. Interesting menu with a twist on Spanish classics, but not all the flavors melded well together. The most pleasant surprise was the sweet plantain and goat cheese base that came with the duck, not something I would ever imagine combining. It was better than the duck itself which was over sauced with sweet cherry, too much going on considering how flavorful the base was already. Plantain croquette with sun-dried tomatoes did not mesh as well. I enjoy tapas but my stomach felt a bit confused by the end of the meal. Overall for the price, I would not return. read more

Fabulous Fabulous Fabulous! From entering ..checking our coats ....to be seated ...a great experience. The service was extremely prompt and courteous. Constant cleaning of our table, our plates , and table crumbs are also a big plus in my book! Now the meal. Food came out at an appropriate warm temperature...presentation was good ..and flavors were on point . I must say portions were great and the meal not only pleasing to the eye, it satisfied everyone's stomach with no complaints! Thank you staff..chefs..well executed dining experience ! #goeatnow read more

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Can't rave about this place enough!!! Whenever my hubby and I come to NYC, this is the first reservation we book. Fantastic brunch with bottomless Sangrias, but honestly you can't go wrong with anything here. Don't miss the passionfruit cheesecake! Staff and ambience are also wonderful! read more

Service was excellent and food was tasty. We enjoyed our experience and will definitely come back. Thank you! read more

Tasca - Tres leches - Spanish Near Me - New York, New York

The food is excellent. The service is top notch. The ambiance is perfect for this fine restaurant. I had the Salmon a la Plancha, which was incredibly delicious. read more

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My friends and I came to dinner on a Sunday night. We had made a reservation at around 7pm which may not have been strictly necessary as the restaurant was not too busy at that time. We were warmly greeted by the staff and led to our table immediately after arriving. This restaurant is very nice-- there is a dimly lit, moody, soft energy to it with exposed brick on the walls reminiscent of a wine cellar. I can see this place being perfect for a date: romantic, a little mysterious, and elevated. Our server was really attentive of our table and was very knowledgeable of the drinks and specials available for the day. My friend ordered an Oceanographer as a cocktail which he highly recommended, while I got a glass of the Albariño white wine which was very dry and sharp in the best way possible. For food I tried: - Pulpo a la parrilla: our waiter explained that they had different sizes available for that day (3 oz, 6 oz, and 8oz). We decided to split a 6oz between 4 and it was honestly a very good size to each get a generous taste of the dish. I was windblown at how flavorful and well cooked this was. The octopus was not chewy and had the perfect tenderness to it. The flavor was divine, there was a hint of smokiness, some heat, and some umami components. The octopus was balanced out by a refreshing bed of tangy and citrus greens with the sweetness of the beets. Highly recommend this one. - Sea bass: one of the specials of the day that immediately caught my attention when I heard about it. This came with two perfectly cooked, buttery, flaky filets of sea bass. The fish was dressed generously in this tangy and butter caper sauce that was just divine. The fish came over some sautéed spinach which made the dish feel more hearty, as well as these little bits of steamed yuca which added a starchy and sweet component. The portion was generous and filling. Would definitely order again. - Suprema de ave: My friend ordered this and the portion was so large that she did not finish it (hence I tried some of it). Another very good dish! It came with 3 pieces of chicken breast that were filled with generous amounts of kale, goat cheese, dates, and pine nuts. This was truly an outstanding dish, especially for those who enjoy a little hint of sweetness in their main dishes. The goat cheese added a perfect creamy component. The edges were perfectly crispy. Unfortunately, I was too full for dessert but the options on their menu all looked exceptionally good and intriguing. I really appreciated the high quality food, the amazing flavors, the exceptional service, and the very nice ambiance here. It is conveniently located in the UWS so perfect for a nice dinner if you are in the area. I will certainly add this to the list of places that I frequent and will come back for more amazing seafood and to try their desserts. Highly recommend this restaurant! read more

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An AMAZING restaurant! From the drinks, to the service, to the aesthetic, the music, and the food. We had the empanadas, grilled octopus 6oz, croquetas de maduros as our starters and they were all very delicious! Our entrees were the Magret de Pato and Chuleta de cordero! Such amazing plates and combinations. Can truly say we had licked our plates! read more

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Absolutely love this place. This is my go to. There's nothing bad on the menu. Everything is absolutely delicious. The service is awesome and the ambiance is great. You feel like you're in another country. It's just really wonderful. I highly recommend it. Brunch is awesome!!! read more

Tasca - The bread was so delicious with a little bit of crisp and soft and said it was absolutely delightful - Spanish Near Me - New York, New York

I returned to Tasca for my girlfriend's birthday dinner tonight (1/25/25) and unfortunately I was not met with the same wonderful service and food as my previous experience. We were charged extra for accommodating our table's allergies (we requested alternative sides with the churrasco) but were not informed of the additional $22 charge until the food arrived without the side listed on the menu. While the extra charge wasn't a huge issue, both churrasco mains were served ice cold (the duck and empanadas came out hot) still delicious.... But ice cold and more expensive. We also prior to our mains coming out requested a second bottle of wine for the table. The bottle of wine did not show up until we had finished eating 35-40 minutes later. On top of that, it took almost two hours from the time we sat down to receive our mains. Two hours! Rather disappointingly multiple people in my party went up to ask about when candles would come out to celebrate her birthday (we let them know prior to our mains coming out that there was a birthday at the table) we probably went up 3 times after we got our check to see when it was coming but were brushed away each time 40 minutes after paying the $400 bill we decided to leave w/o a birthday celebration. Really really sad to see a place I once loved fail this poorly on such a special day. I'd consider coming back because the food is generally great but will never make the mistake of trusting Tasca with a special occasion again. Dine cautiously... read more

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This place was super cute and the service was amazing! Unfortunately, the food did not blow me away. The pudín de pan dessert was the best thing we had, and they make good mocktails. Wouldn't really come back here but they do have a good bottomless deal. read more

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Very disappointing. Appetizers of Octopus and Scallops were a good introduction. Duck was tasty and interesting but the seafood with lobster brandy reduction was very disappointing to the point of almost tasteless. Followed up by sloppy melting sorbet without forewarning that the coconut would be replaced by a second scoop of watery passion fruit. You would expect the misinformed dessert to be complimentary but not here. Overpriced and underwhelming. Not returning for sure read more

Tasca is one of the most authentic Spanish Tapas restaurants in Boston bar none I love their Sangria and all the Tapas they have to offer. They also have live music on ocassion. Go now you wont regret it. read more

I've passed this restaurant so many times and am so glad we finally went! It's nice to have a special occasion restaurant in the neighborhood! read more

Sat outside. Beautiful night in NYC Went here with my daughter and her BF. Our waitress was very nice and attentive. We shared a flat bread with shrimp and chorizo. Interesting flavors. But good I had a seafood mix in broth. Not my normal go to. But it was quite tasty. We did not have a cocktail or dessert. Everyone liked their dishes. Pricey are typical. I would come back. read more

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Fun bar service for an after dinner drink with friends. Beautiful and large space. Would be a great place to host a business event!

Wow is all I can say. Was truly blown away by the food and service at this place. Came for restaurant week with a group of 5. We ended up ordering from both the restaurant week menu and regular menu. They were super accommodating because we had 2 kids with us so they made sure everyone was happy. I could honestly go on forever about how amazing the food and service were. Ashley was so attentive and informative about the menu. The drinks and food were delicious. Definitely have the octopus and the Tres Leches cake. I will definitely be back. read more

Tasca - Coconut Tres Leche - Spanish Near Me - New York, New York

I love this place! Food is great and staff is amazing! I was disheartened to see another reviewer all them for closing early during the mentioned blizzard, since weather isn't in anyone's control. I've never had a bad experience here and have always been treated nicely, and the food is always on point! read more

4.5/5 Came here with my friends for brunch, we had the unlimited mimosas and sangria, which they kept flowing and weren't stingy with! The food was really good, I loved the churrasco meat with eggs. The servers were so nice and even took pictures of us. And the bill only came out to about $70pp with all you can drink, an appetizer and entree! Such a good deal for Manhattan ! We will definitely be coming back read more

Tasca - Spanish Near Me - New York, New York

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This restaurant meets my standards for a good meal out. The employees' warmth makes this place special. The meal sizes here satisfy with excellent flavors. The place stays spotless without charging too much. I'm ready to book another visit. read more

Ambiance - The establishment had such a beautiful and romantic vibe. Service- The waitress was informative , patient and friendly. Food - The food was the 3F's. Fantastic ..Flavorful and Fresh!! So glad to have discovered this restaurant during restaurant week. I have eaten all over the Caribbean and this place is like being on all the islands at once. The unique dishes stay true to the Caribbean flavors but with a unique twist like I have never encountered. Lastly, the Playa de pasión and the croquettes de maduro were incredible and absolutely a must try !! Passion fruit, coconut and Rum has changed my life !! read more

Tasca - Coconut tres leche - Spanish Near Me - New York, New York

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A dining experience. From the excellent service from Rodrigo ( and the support staff) to the amazing Remolacha salad , this was an extraordinary dining experience. Our main course of Chuleta De Cordero ( baby lamb chops ) melt in your mouth. The final piece de resistance is passion fruit cheesecake. For a true lover of great food, experience the food of Tasca on Columbus Avenue. read more

I came here for a light bite and some drinks and I enjoyed my time here. The ambiance of the restaurant was great and the staff were very friendly. The food was great as well - the tabla is a great option for a light night and I definitely recommend the hibiscus drink! read more

Tasca - Tabla - Spanish Near Me - New York, New York

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Everything was fabulous, the food, the cocktails, the ambience and the service. I can't think of one thing I'd even nitpick about. It didn't surprise me that the owners used to own Don Pedro's which closed a number of years ago. I was a regular there and was so sad when it closed because that used to be one of my favorites. Will definitely return. read more

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I came here for brunch and I absolutely loved it. The servers were the best. I've been here once before for lunch and the food and service is outstanding. Everyone is insanely friendly. The food is delicious. I liked everything I've ordered. If you like high end Spanish food, this is the place to go. The location is perfect, right by Central Park. The brunch is a $28 prix fix menu plus $20-$28 if you get bottomless drinks. read more

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Was here back in September last year as part of a group so some of the memories are foggy but the photos allowed me to jog my memory. I remember the service being friendly and trying some other things but I don't remember what else other people had. Anyway as a cocktail I had the Special Issue Armada which consisted of Spanish rum (which was apparently aged over tart grapefruit and caramel with a hint of smoke,) amaro, and raspberry and it was $16. Many of their cocktails owning from their very large rum menu have rum of course and as I am usually a fan of any amaro based cocktail, I went with that one. I remember the cocktail having a good amount of smoke and being small but strong and quite tasty but nothing else regarding tasting notes (maybe sweet and sour to my recollection but unsure.) My appetizer was the "Coca de Setas" which consisted of a flatbread topped with shiitake mushrooms, black bean puree, kale, caramelized onions, pine nuts, and monte enebro cheese and it was $17. The price turned out to be very reasonable as it was massive being basically large enough for a dinner and two people could probably share this and a main dish and leave plenty full. In terms of flavors, it was mostly sweet and savory with a good amount of nuttiness and luckily I can really taste the kale. I personally think part of this could be used as a bite at the bar or as a side or something. Don't remember the other appetizers outside of maybe empanadas which I didn't try and I think scallops. My main dish was the "Magret de Pato" which was a thousand spiced rub duck magret over a tower of sweet plantain with a zinfandel goat cheese and it was $37. The dish had a very unique fun presentation. It was a good-sized piece of tender duck and that part was nice. The issue was the bottom half as I found that the goat cheese overpowered anything that it came in contact with and the textures didn't really work together. It was essentially merged with the sweet plantains and I remember removing some of the goat cheese so I can have the duck with the plantains which worked a lot better. Perhaps another Spanish cheese would work better such as Manchego or Idiazábal to add some nice smokiness or something similar. Still worth it due to the size. I do remember two others splitting the paella and liking and trying the steak and thinking it was fine. I personally did not order dessert as I was quite full and even taking home leftovers due to the size of the appetizer alone but I tried the coconut tres leches which was tasty. The food overall was pricey but tasty. The flavors were bold (almost too much so for the duck) but I prefer bold over bland any day of the week. Good spot. I can see why it is popular even outside of their wonderful rum selection. Side note: Special thanks to Derek for liking my old photo and showing I never reviewed this spot. read more

Came here to celebrate my partner's birthday on a cold day in January. The timing was impeccable because although it started to snow heavily, and I expected the restaurant to be on the brink of closing, it instead was still full, which I thought was interesting. When you walk in, you can definitely feel the blend of the Latin American and Spanish influence, from the music to the overall aesthetic. The lights are dimmed, which only amplify the mood. For food, I ordered the Churrasco, which was a grilled skirt steak with yucca fries, Caribbean mojo, and green chimichurri sauce. And I have to admit, I was a bit thrown off at the idea of the chimichurri sauce glazed over the steak, but it worked incredibly well, and was incredibly flavorful. Skirt steak is not my usual go-to cut of steak but this one was done well. The presentation was also nice, seeing the colors meld together over a bed of what looked like mixed greens. If you're looking for a great date night option, then TASCA may very well be the place for you. read more

Tasca - Spanish Near Me - New York, New York

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Had a wonderful dinner here, overall 5/5 Food: 4.5 / 5 for my main I had a delicious seafood stew with rice. The stew was chocked full of extremely tender squid, shrimp, mussels, clams, and scallops. Very flavorful. For apps we tried the octopus special which I found to be a bit overrated. The plátano croquets were outstanding and more than made up for the octopus however, especially with the sundried tomato chutney. Drink: 5/5 we had a nice bottle of Rioja for not too expensive ($60) Ambience: 4.5/5 it's a nice space but can get loud. Service: 4/5 out waiter was very knowledgeable. However the table next to us has their order taken before us (without us turning the waiter away or anything like that), so docking a point here. Side note to management - there were too many specials. I think like 4 apps and 4 mains specials is just a bit overwhelming to keep track of - would suggest sticking to ~2 each. read more

Tasca - Seafood stew - Spanish Near Me - New York, New York

Tasca would be great for a group dinner with its huge space! Everything I tried was fresh and yummy, though I felt it was overpriced. I would take advantage of their happy hour next time which is at the bar from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday for both food and drinks. read more

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Came here for drinks, didn't realize how exceptional the drinks were (well proportioned). Tony, the bartender, is a true mixologist. The vibe is great (hostess Alicia and waiters are very welcoming). Def recommend after work or on a lazy Sunday. Yuca Frita is basically Dominican Style. As a Dominican, I very much approve. read more

Tasca - Playa Passion - Spanish Near Me - New York, New York