I had dinner at Txikito on Tuesday night. I must say it was one of the best meals I have had in NYC in quite some time. The staff was great. The octopus carpaccio was delicious as was the mushroom carpaccio. We ordered the Turbot special which was divine. Also indulged in the shishito peppers, wonderful and spicy! Thank you so much for a wonderful experience. read more

Absolutely delicious!! It's expensive but so worth it. Such a cute and cozy spot tucked in Chelsea. Service was excellent and the wine program is stellar. Everything was great but the seafood dishes were my favorite read more

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Very innovative menu, and the service was absolutely outstanding. I originally thought this might be a bit too hipster, but it was not. We very much enjoyed ourselves, and the waitstaff was tremendous. Ambience was excellent. read more

Rude, with attitude. Didn't stay to try the food as it would not have been good after the attitude. read more

This is a long time favorite of ours. We were glad to see that they were open again and survived the pandemic. Had several of the small snack skewers tonight including the Jida and Hilda as well as the special--crispy suckling pork. We sat at the bar and the bartender was super attentive. Excellent sherry. read more

We went here in 2009 and it convinced us to go to San Sebastián on our honeymoon. We recently went in 2024 for my birthday in April and it was incredible. The staff is still so nice and knowledgeable on the Basque culture. I would highly recommend! read more

Average food; below average drinks. Way too expensive for what it is. Ambiance is the best part.

Very authentic tapas but PRICEY!!! El precio no me mola para nada! The portion is extremely tiny and left me hungry later. Anyone who's been to Spain probably feels the same way as I do - "Why can't we get cheap and authentic tapas in NYC??" It makes me miss Spain even more! I had the following: 1)Tutera: 4 stars. This gratin of artichoke, roncal, & jamón was worth getting. Great with bread! 2)Gambas Plantxa" 4 stars 3) Gazpacho with raw fish, avocado, & boiled egg:3.5 stars. This gazpacho reminded me a bit of "porra", but I prefer the conventional gazpacho.... the flavor didn't win my heart. 4) Croquetas: 5 stars. Ay que rico!!! Que pasada de croquetas!! 5) Tarta de Santiago: 5 stars. It was better than the tarta de Santiago I had in Santiago de Compostela. It tastes freshly made and has the right amount of the almond flavor. I didn't even eat that much and paid $60/person, which seemed quite overpriced in my opinion. I probably won't be back very soon unless someone else is willing to pay for it. read more

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I've been coming here for several years now, so it's about time I finally write a review. Having discovered Txikito (pronounced Chick-ee-toh) thru a close friend of mine, it quickly became a regular visit for me. While they don't offer a complete full bar, the drinks they do have are amazing once you allow yourself to be adventurous. At this point, I've basically tried everything on the menu, and I've really only met one dish on the entire menu I haven't enjoyed. The manager and the staff are always more than pleasant and kind, and the food - well, I'll give you my favorites: The Arraultza - quail eggs with chorizo and sofrito on bread The Tutera - artichoke gratin on bread The Txipiron Encebollado - squid ribbons The Patatak Mentaiko - crisp fries with cod roe mayo The Pipperak - shishito peppers with sea salt (they aren't spicy, though sometimes you might get one or two that are) To drink: Try the "Zurra" (Zurrakapote) - which is basically red/white sangria. They have both. I personally think the red is better than the white - with flavors of golden raisins and apricot - and even hints of cinnamon. Also try the Xiacoli - which is a aired white wine. In case you were wondering what I didn't like? The Txilindron - the pork spare ribs. The meat falls off the bone as its very tender. But it was also fatty and overall just wasn't my thing. Then again, I also liked the anchovy and foie tapas. My best advice if you come to Txikito? Try something new. You won't regret it. read more

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It's fine. Not everything is well-executed, and at ~%100 per person that's disappointing. Sangria was mediocre. I arrived later than my friends so did not have a choice, but would have gladly had any of the wines from Basque country. Order: Boqueron--white anchovy is hard to mess up! Txipiron Encebollado--delicious! There was an arroz special that is like seafood risotto. That was pretty amazing. Always a fan of morcilla, and this was no exception. Deliciously crunchy on the outside. Chocolate Mousse with sea salt. Skip: Pulpo--pretty, but bland. Esparragos--what is this even? was bland. There was a fish jowl special...let me tell you...the jowl itself was amazing. It was creamy and delicious. But how it was served was weird and watered down green sauce that did nothing to complement the fish. What a waste of an opportunity. On the plus side: service was excellent. read more

Txikito is one of our neighborhood go to dining spots, especially when friends visit. It's a great combo of an uncommon cuisine (Basque) and a nice but casual ambiance. Also, there are so many must-haves on the menu that it's better with a group. The WINNAHS: Boquerón with anchovies White asparagus - wow Laminas de setas- this is like a mushroom carpaccio. It's delicious. Pochas - a white bean and mussel semi stew. You will be soaking this up long after the beans and seafood are gone. There are usually many specials and I don't believe we've had bad food here. The cocktails are good, not strong but tasty. The wine selection is limited but decent. The Basque wines are fun in the pouring but not so much in the drinking. Servers are almost always amazing, funny and sweet. My only issue with Tkikito is that a lot of the tables kind of suck - either in the middle of the front room, in the absolute back of the restaurant , or next to the bathroom. I feel like they could make it less total win or total lose on the table you get. This might just be us not being decorative enough..that's kind of how it feels ;) The food is great enough to keep us coming back. read more

No wifi Came for a friend's birthday on a Saturday night. The restaurant was fully booked so people without a reservation were turned away. The food was delicious but expensive. All those small plates add up! The cocktails add up as well. I didn't put exact names of what we ordered in the photo descriptions, will try to come back and do that later when I'm near a computer. read more

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The food was good and flavorful, and I had a decent cocktail. I understand tapas are meant to be small plates but this was ridiculous. $10 for a slice of sausage on a toothpick. The bill came to nearly $200 and we ended up going to the grocery store across the street and getting snacks because we were still starving. If you are a mouse you would probably enjoy this place but if you are a normal-sized human you will probably be a bit disappointed. read more

I'm surprised this place has mixed reviews. The food is exceptional and the drinks are really on point -probably one of the best and most authentic Spanish restaurants in the city. My husband and I are big fans of Spanish food and I believe we've tried them all! This one isn't the standard and boring gambas and tortilla espanola, but inventive, fresh dishes that are based on simple ingredients yet refined. Perhaps folks aren't used to tapas and expect larger portions for the cost, but I think the value is on point and overall it's really a terrific establishment. read more

We stumbled upon this place because it's right next to the apartment and stopped by for Sunday dinner. Pros: the waiter was very knowledgeable and friendly. It was nice to sit outside and enjoy the meal. Cons: the portions were pretty small and the dishes were just ok. It was a little pricier than I expected for what we got. Would recommend: lamb meatballs read more

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My partner and I got a mix of snacks, cold plates, and hot plates and were delighted. The snacks are admittedly very small for the price, but we're well worth it. We ended up ordering a second round after devouring the first. The cold and hot plates were larger -- not entree sized, but reasonable. This is not a typical tapas place, and anyone coming expecting the typical mix of tapas dishes will likely leave disappointed. If you are looking for something different, however, this place is fantastic! read more

The dishes are Tapas sized and tiny, but what they do, they do well. It'll behoove you to come here with a benefactor footing the bill so you can try many options! Your dishes will come out & you'll ask yourself, wait, what did we order? How did they make our mushrooms look like that? Don't ask questions, just eat, you'll be thankful afterward. Pro Tip: Come here having eaten a snack, as it'll take a bit to satiate any real hunger. read more

Wow! The food and Txikito was delicious - so unique and flavorful. As many reviewers note, the portions are very small so don't come super hungry and expect to leave stuffed unless you plan to order a ton of dishes. Two friends and I shared several small plates and three medium plates/entrees and everything was incredible. The cocktail, wine, and cider menu was also lovely. my favorites were the pulpo, the desnudos, and a cauliflower special that included chanterelle mushrooms. Our server was also very kind, knowledgeable, and attentive. Definitely a great place for friends to get together for a nice food adventure. read more

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We came here for a private party event, they set us up in our own side room, and everything was served tapas style. The mushroom carpaccio dish was a favorite, as well as the crostini and something that was fried. The servers were also very generous in pouring wine...! Overall I think a great place to choose for a group event, they take great care and all of the food was balanced for both vegetarians and non vegetarians. read more

Ordered: -fries -foie gras crostinis -deviled crab crostinis -mushroom plate -squid ribbons -octopus carpaccio -lengua -special: suckling pig. Really enjoyed the suckling pig, octopus carpaccio and the squid ribbons. Yes portions are small and the dishes are on the expensive side. I split the above with 2 other friends and the bill came out to 55 each. Def pricier. The waitress and staff were nice though ! read more

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I don't know, after my love affair with La Vara, maybe I had too high of expectations. Don't get me wrong, this place is amazing. But prices are steep, and the ambiance does not compare to La Vara. It's in like this mini strip mall-ish building in Chelsea, packed, and felt very much a part of the street. It sort of took me out of the meal, how open and free flowing into the outside street it felt. Now, let me get to the good, which was much. The Boqueron Pintxo was amazing. The fishiness of the anchovy of it contrasted well with the pepper and egg. The Arraultza Pintxo was so so good. The chorizo was cooked perfectly. Very crispy. The Esperragos (asparagus) was a bit of a let down, but a nice change to the meal. Small portion, but very fresh, vegetable flavors that lightened up the meal. The Pulpo was yum! A healthy serving of octopus, thinly sliced, marinated with olive oil and salt. And came with bread! The Desnudos was interesting. I wasn't blown away, but I liked the mixture of ham and shrimp. The Txariboda had this flat, round blood sausage with I loved. And came with bread, which was much needed. read more

The great restaurateur Danny Meyer has made his legacy through his philosophy of, "enlightened hospitality", and commensurately, many a great New York restaurant have taken a page out of his book. Txikito is one of those restaurants that haven't. Txikito gets by on food that sounds amazing on paper, but falls short on execution. And their less than polished service is the nail in the coffin. I couldn't fault their pulpo - a gorgeously tender carpaccio of octopus. And their gambas plantxa, 3 enormous head on prawns, were delightfully plump, and seasoned with a steady hand of garlic and salt. And there was a hefty serving of 'Patatak Mentaiko', or crispy french fries with a spicy cod roe mayo, which were redolent of Arby's curly fries, in a completely good way. But there were severe disappointments, such as flaccid asparagus topped with a lazily poached egg in a barely noticeable anchovy butter. The 'Txilindron', or spicy cross cut pork spare ribs were as frustrating to eat as they were to pronounce. There were flashes of brilliant execution in the undeniable fall-off-the-bone tenderness of the ribs, but the sauce lacked 'cojones', and ultimately failed to hold our interest. The most disappointing dish was their namesake 'Txitxiki' - crispy sandwiches composed of bland chorizo hash. These needed inspiration beyond the crispiness - salt, spice... anything would have done these sandwiches well. Ultimately, the food may have received an exasperated shrug, but the service received an eye-roll... or two or three. Our waitress seemed more interested in flirting with her fellow waitstaff than to upsell us on dessert. Our water and wine went unnoticed unless explicitly flagged, and in a final act of incompetence, they managed to royally fuck up the final bill (overcharging us by $50). There's flashes of brilliance in the food, but as for 'enlightened hospitality', stick to your Danny Meyer restaurants. read more

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If you dine here on a Saturday night, prepare to be surrounded by Date Night Central. First dates, blind dates, dates-to-figure-out-if-we're-going-to-be-exclusive dates--they all happen here. As probably the only person NOT on a date, but who was dining with a close male friend, I felt kind of like an invisible spy. It was delightful. Anyway, you're not here to read about my personal life. You're here to read about the food. And the food is delicious--a lovely blend of Spanish and Basque flavors. Here's a breakdown: Patatak Mentaiko: crisp fries with spicy cod roe mayo - Rich and satisfying. The mayo is great. Albondigas: lamb meatballs in minted broth - If you hate lamb, don't get this because its flavor permeates everything. If you like/love lamb, you'll want to swim in the minted broth. Esparragos: Navarran white asparagus, celery-black truffle vinaigrette, chopped egg - A cold dish, but a deliciously unique one with the perfect blend of flavors and textures. Cordero: roasted lamb leg, cumin, garlic, anchovy, hot peppers - Skip this one, it's just meh Bocata: warm sandwich of unsmoked bacon, melted cheese - I'm glad I tried this, but I wouldn't order it again, as it tasted just like ordinary ham 'n' cheese. Pastel: lemon curd cake with creme fraiche - Citrus-y joy. Favorited. Pair your meal with a Sparkling Rioja, and you're set. As previously mentioned, this is the place where dates happen, so not surprisingly, the service is efficient and unobtrusive, and the ambience is dark and candlelit. read more

Tapas. The very word involves me in such ambivalent feelings. It's really a euphemism for small dishes used to seduce foodies and girlies into thinking that paying much for little because the quality is so amazing that it is absolutely worth it. Now I can't disagree with the quality here, because it is indeed above par but my very being just can't do the whole tapas thing on the regular. But alas, I do have a gF and she does like the finer, smaller, quainter things of life and Txikito happens to promote this. Started off with Kroketas ($5) which doesn't sound too expensive but yo!, you only get two small pieces, which were good, but still $2.50 per bite!? I just don't know about that. As an entree, we split a fish and it was delicious. It wasn't deboned and it wasn't all that much but it was "enough." It was a seasonal thang so I can't remember the name. We also had some other dishes that weren't memorable hence I will quit trying to conjure up memories of small things from the minority portion of my brain. Dim lit. Small tables to go with the small dishes along with the small drinks. The people were small too. No, I'm just kidding. But the place did feel cozy even though we had an island of a table in the middle of the restaurant, which I typically hate. Here, one has enough space and enough lack of light that you feel that you are alone with surround sound chatter. I would come here again if I were to bring a girl out on a date for the first time or maybe second, but since I've already past that stage with my present gF, that probably means I'll never come back here again. read more

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So, let's be honest -- I'm judgmental. Yes, we all are -- it's why we write reviews. We like to proselytize and share our views and hope someone will read them -- but then again, it's the internet, so do we really care? One of my biggest issues is I make snap judgments -- I can tell you when I walk into a place whether I'm going to like it. When I'm sure I won't, I'm really bummed out. But sometimes, I make a snap judgment and I'm wrong. This was the case with this wonderful typo of a restaurant, Txikito. It's a hole in the wall on 9th Ave. in the "we're almost in the nice part of Chelsea" part of Chelsea. We were there for lunch so not the evening ambiance that usually gives you a good vibe of a place. One of my friends found it and I assumed it was going to be "fine" or even a bust. I was wrong. It was wonderful! First of all, what we got was absolutely delicious. The chefs made a gazpacho soup (we all chose to hold the egg -- less authentic, I know, but seriously? M'shkeeve...) that was literally the best gazpacho I've ever had in my life. My beef with gazpacho has always been that folks tend to have a hard time balancing the flavors of the tomatoes, onions, peppers, etc. -- something always overpowers something else. Txikito's solution? Puree that puppy. And it was phenomenal. Add in these garlicy bread crumbs and this gazpacho was like no other I've had. For our next plates, we all got something different. The menu is very seafood heavy, which I do not eat , but I still was able to find something for me. One friend got the octopus salad and said it was fantastic; the other had a small plate of lamb meatballs (Albondigas) that she said were outstanding. I had the Lomo Adobado, which admittedly was a little dry, but the flavor was great. I also appreciated the smaller portion sizes, especially for lunch. The second snap judgment I made (I'm really not a terrible person, just a Virgo) was about the woman who was the host and our server. It was a hot day -- she was young, kind of casually dressed; I assumed she was maybe a student, maybe a wactress, "whatevs." But WOW was I wrong! She knew the menu by heart -- including the unique nuances of each dish and absolutely blew us away with her knowledge and her unrushed way of talking us through our choices. She is a student -- being trained as a sommelier -- so when we were debating which wines to get, out of nowhere we got this wonderful mini lecture on the flavors of one wine over another based on what we'd ordered. Her recommendations were dead on, and she was warm and lovely. I was wrong to make such an ageist assumption about her and have learned my lesson! As others have written, it ain't cheap -- but dude, it's Chelsea. If you wanted something cheaper, I'm sure there's a Chinese place down the Ave. a bit. But you get what you pay for -- and this place is definitely worth it. read more

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If they only brought more food... I join a lot of fellow-yelpers on this. The tapas are great, and they have also many "adventurous" bites to try (veal cheek, pig's feet, tongue), but you need to order quite a few of them to get up satisfied. I was here with my girlfriend and we had about 6 of them... still were hungry when we left. And we felt like we were asking the waiter a favor when we asked for more bread. Sooo... If ur coming here to enjoy the original ambience and try something different, make sure you have a consistent snack b4, otherwise you'll be disappointed. For the owner/s: y can't u ask ur cook to serve more food? Considering what u charged us, u can throw a couple of bites more per dish, especially after reading so many complains about the quantity of the food. Feels like u guys haven't learned the lesson yet. Thank you. read more

My boyfriend and I have come to this restaurant every time we are in NY and we love it!! We even have the cookbook at home :) The squid ribbon noodles are so good, we each get our own order and we have no problem with that, because they are freakin delicious! The artichoke gratin is good, short ribs, we essentially love the whole menu. The russian potato salad is also a large tapas! Quite large, but delicious. Oh and the head-on shrimp! AMAZING. Please always keep the squid ribbon noodles on the menu. Until I get ahold of the recipe haha The wait staff is super friendly and attentive about removing plates. The drink menu is small, a lot of wine, which we personally dont drink, and their cocktails are all mainly gin based from what I recall. But all in all, we love this place and will come back every time we are in NY! read more

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Went to Txikito for a quick bite. It was super quick, and super delicious, but super expensive. I think it is meant more for drinks and a small bite but we had it for din dins. Everything had tons of flavor from the pulpo to the special: a risotto of pig ear and eel. We had croquettes as well as olives and anchovies. Keep in mind that all plates are small. I would recommend grabbing a wine or cider and a couple of plates rather than just dinner. read more

I'm just going to cast it out to the winds that this place did not received the much conveyed fifth star due to their prices. Now before you write me off as some crazed lunatic who had just escaped from the local clinic, let me say that I have paid more for food, but not for tapas, and especially not for some incredibly small tapas dishes. Frankly, I loved the food, but on my first visit I felt as if I've already tasted 1/4th of their menu due to the fact that I had to order multiple dishes. I think this might have been the only restaurant where I've actually left still hungry, whilst also enjoying the food. Hmm Out of all the dishes I've tried, I'd have to give it to the crispy blood sausage and squid ribbons. I would travel to hell and back for them. Now if only they'll lower the prices. Nah, that's wishful thinking on my part. But hey guys, fifth stars in it for ya. read more

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We came here after eating ramen across the street haha, so could only stomach a little bit more food! We sat in a corner where there was ample space for our stroller to fit next to our table, yay. We had the braised spare ribs which were pretty good, as well as the grilled cheese, which was super cute and delicious!! YUM. The portions here are quite small, so it's fun to share in different dishes. We also had the white sangria and navarrico cocktail, which were both tasty drinks! read more

Excellent food. Spanish traditions well updated. The cochinillo and the judías pochas are exceptional. Exceptional service!

Txikito was... OK. I usually don't like tapas restaurants because I'm never full and I pay way too much. This place was no different. I'm a big fan of anchovies so I enjoyed the Boqueron and Marijuli. Other good notes were the octopus carpaccio and the lamb meatballs. The Tutera which is the artichoke gratin with jamon didn't taste like anything but burnt..something. Same goes for the cow tongue. It was deep fried and I think it took away from whatever the taste was supposed to be. We had two bottles of wine, and between 5 of us, the bill came out to over $300. Ehhhhh.... Very interesting to try, but I'm sure I won't be back! read more

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Delicious basque tapas and larger plates. Love the feel of the place. Gets crowded sometimes but other times warm and informal. Good mixed drink menu. Very attentive cooking. Almost everything ordered was a hit. Beef cheeks plate is a must but super reach and best shared. read more

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Had a great authentic pintxos experience here last night. The dishes were all delicious and tasted just like they were made in a pintxo bar in San Sebastián. Service was very friendly and accommodated our decent sized group and toddler. The roasted suckling pig and tripe and trotters was amazing as well as the desserts. read more

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I am not one to complain about expensive meals comprised of small portions. I'll happily pay hundreds for a carefully crafted tasting menu of small dishes. But that is not the experience I expect walking into a neighborhood restaurant, even in Chelsea. The dishes at Txikito were comically small. A $20 dish of boquerones was comprised of four anchovies next to a mound of halved cherry tomatoes. A $30 mussels-and-ramps special turned out to be half a crust of bread served aside -- I kid you not -- five single mussels in a bed of ramp-infused mayonnaise. The cut of suckling pig -- at a whopping $38 -- could have come off a fetal pig. We spent over $200 on six shared plates, the world's densest slice of basque cheesecake, and two glasses of sangria, none of which were memorable. I've never spent so much money to leave so unsatisfied. We went for a second dinner at Spanish Diner at Hudson Yards. There, the basque cheesecake was far better. read more

This little place was not what I expected and I did not expect to order what I did. After a quick review of the menu online I assumed I would order a handful of some of the interesting tapas. Wrong. Instead I enjoyed a unique mix of avocado almonds and Basque Bleu Cheese salad followed by Milk Poached Veal with radishes and peas. Both were specials. The lemon scented torte was on the menu and also tasty and enjoyable. Visually this is am unassuming spot but a half hour after opening it was abuzz with regulators and novices, the staff happily defining the options. I enjoyed this place and plan on recommending it to my traveling friends. read more

I enjoyed a pisto: braised avocado squash, organic poached egg, sweet pepper jus in a nest of crispy filo dough....off the "specials" menu, and word for word as well. Nice and easy tasting dish. Not many places open at this time on a Sunday evening. Enjoyable! Will make another visit. Very close to home too! read more

This is my go to restaurant in NYC! I have been to this place almost once a month since they've opened a few years ago. The quality of the food never disappoints. I am a huge fan of Spain and i travel there once or twice a year. The food of this restaurant is authentic northern Spanish food. The staff is nice and accommodating. The ambiance is cool, laid back and definitely not pretentious. Try the Pil Pil (fresh cod), Patatak (spicy French fries), Albondigas (meatballs) and of course the Gambas. For the Spanish wine lovers, the restaurant caters a decent collection of Spanish wines. Finally, the bar has a great variety of original cocktails. Great spot to have a drink and unwind while waiting for your party to join for dinner. I recommend making reservations during the weekends. read more

The size of the plates is a joke. This isn't tapas, it's a tasting menu, like another reviewer said. I have literally never been served plates this tiny before. The food is pretty good but you can't even enjoy it because it's gone in three bites. It should also cost half the price for what you get. We went for a friend's birthday and ended up dropping $90 a head and I was still hungry! I went to the deli across the street and bought a brownie after, which probably had more calories than all the tapas I ate at dinner combined. Waiter was attentive but literally asked for a bigger tip and said his tip was only 11%. On a $600 bill! We made a mistake in our calculations for our big party so he had a point but it's still rude. Like, I don't have to tip you at all. Eff off. But then again, maybe I was irritated with him because I was hangry. If you plan to come here, make sure you have a Snickers to grab after. read more