10 Best Spanish Restaurants In Manhattan, New York

spanish restaurants in manhattan
Andini
Andini 
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New York, New York—the concrete jungle where dreams are made of and where good food is made at. The metropolitan city’s Manhattan neighbourhood and Spanish food, in particular, have always had a long and loving affair, producing some of the finest Spanish dishes in the country. This relationship may have started in the 1900s, when the Spaniards first settled in the area formerly known as Little Spain, on 14th Street in Manhattan. It became the main hub for the Spanish community in New York City and housed numerous authentic Spanish restaurants. It was from this area that Spanish cuisine started flourishing all over the borough, with new food establishments popping up throughout the island. If you’d like to have a taste of the best Spanish cuisine without having to step out of the country, take a look at this list of the best Spanish restaurants in Manhattan, New York.

1. Boqueria

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Posted by Boqueria on Friday, 27 December 2019

Food markets are a great deal in mainland Spain, and this tapas bar and restaurant gives you a glimpse of all the excitement. Boqueria takes your tastebuds to the lively and bustling scene of Barcelona’s infamous El Mercado de la Boqueria, a food market that is home to the finest Spanish tapas. Boqueria invites you to have a taste of these beloved tapas, as well as other traditional Spanish dishes, such as churros, paella, sangria, and fine aged wine. The restaurant is well-loved for its vibrant and energetic atmosphere, making it a great place for a post-office happy hour with a group of friends to end the day on a good note. You’re sure to keep coming back for more!

Boqueria

Address: 260 W 40th St, New York, NY 10018, United States

Website: Boqueria

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 6:30am - 10:30pm; Sat: 7am - 11:30pm; Sun: 7am - 10:30pm

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2. Casa Mono

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Posted by Casa Mono on Wednesday, 13 June 2018

Having been awarded three stars from The New York Times in 2015 as well as earning a Michelin star every year since 2009, Casa Mono is a definite must-try when exploring Spanish cuisine. Nicknamed the mecca of Spanish cooking, the restaurant pays homage to the flavors of Costa Brava, a coastal region in Spain where Casa Mono’s executive chef Andy Nusser grew up in. His personal and intimate experience with the region further inspired him to bring the classic flavorful dishes to Casa Mono in Manhattan, New York City. The seafood dishes are a star performer here, paired with delicious homemade sauces that bring out the best flavor in each dish.

Casa Mono

Address: 52 Irving Pl, New York, NY 10003, United States

Website: Casa Mono

Opening hours: Sun - Tue: 12pm - 11pm; Wed - Sat: 12pm - 12am

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3. Tía Pol

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Posted by Tia Pol on Friday, 13 December 2019

From Galicia to Andalucia, Basque Country to Cataluna, Tía Pol invites the people of Manhattan to embark on a gastronomical journey through the regions of Spain on a quest to experience rich-flavored tapas from each distinctive region. Tía Pol was born as the solution to owners Heather Belz and Mani Dawes’ homesickness toward Madrid and the enticing tapas bars that decorated the city. Alas, Tía Pol became the reimagined vision of these bars, capturing the magic of Madrid and sharing it to New Yorkers in the form of delightful tapas dishes.

Tía Pol

Address: 205 10th Ave, New York, NY 10011, United States

Website: Tía Pol

Opening hours: Mon: 5:30pm - 11pm; Tue - Thu: 12pm - 11pm; Fri: 12pm - 12am; Sat: 11am - 12am; Sun: 11am - 10:30pm

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4. Salinas

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Posted by Salinas on Monday, 19 February 2018

This Spanish restaurant has been famed as one of the best in not just New York but the entire country! The owners of Salinas themselves have exclusively travelled and explored all regions of Spain to personally experience their culture, including their food, which became the inspiration for the dishes they now serve. Together with the notorious Spanish chef Luis Bollo, they have created spectacular traditional and contemporary Spanish dishes bursting with flavors from the Mediterranean. Combined with its gorgeous authentic décor, Salinas will have you feeling like you’re dining in Spain!

Salinas

Address: 136 9th Ave, New York, NY 10011, United States

Website: Salinas

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 5:30pm - 10pm; Fri - Sat: 5:30pm - 11pm; Sun: 5:45pm - 10pm

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5. Meson Sevilla

The owner, Adolfo, focuses on traditional recipes that taste like they were made ‘’in grandma’s home’’. His aunt, an...

Posted by Meson Sevilla on Saturday, 11 August 2018

If you’re truly seeking not just authentic Spanish food but an overall experience, Meson Sevilla is the place for you. Meson Sevilla offers a traditional experience of Spain—from its décor to its simply delicious food at an affordable price. This family-owned-and-operated restaurant focuses on cooking century-old recipes to give you that “mom’s cooking” taste. Its paella and sangria, in particular, are a crowd-pleaser here. Besides serving up delicious food, the restaurant also offers catering services for your private events.

Meson Sevilla

Address: 344 W 46th St, New York, NY 10036, United States

Website: Meson Sevilla

Opening hours: Mon: 12pm - 12am; Tue - Thu & Sun: 11:30am - 11pm; Fri - Sat: 11:30am - 12am

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6. El Porrón

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Posted by El Porrón on Friday, 11 January 2019

Who’d have ever thought the modern Manhattan scene and traditional Spanish culture would be a match made in heaven? El Porrón proves it so. Having its roots from the Basque countryside, this Manhattan gem is the perfect place to enjoy Spanish tapas and Basque cuisine. Its name “porrón” comes from a Spanish word, meaning a glass bottle with a pointed spout, traditionally used by the Spaniards to drink water for centuries. The restaurant showcases a wide range of traditional dishes as well an extensive range of top-tier wines served in the porrón. If you want to have an authentic taste of Spanish food without breaking the bank, this is your place to be!

El Porrón

Address: 1123 1st Ave, New York, NY 10065, United States

Website: El Porrón

Opening hours: 12pm - 10pm (daily)

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7. La Nacional

la nacional tapas
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La Nacional is not only an icon in New York’s dining scene but also deeply embedded in the Big Apple’s Spanish community as well. Having the chefs come from the Valencia region, the dishes here mainly specialize in seafood tapas at prices as low as 7 USD. Being a huge part of the Spaniard community, this restaurant is committed to giving affordable yet scrumptious meals to ensure it is accessible to the locals. The entire affair feels like a gastronomic trip to Barcelona, without paying all those travel fees!

La Nacional

Address: 239 W 14th St, New York, NY 10011, United States

Website: La Nacional

Opening hours: Tue - Wed: 5pm - 10pm; Thu - Sat: 5pm - 11pm; Sun: 2pm - 8pm (closed on Mon)

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8. Sangria 46

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Posted by Sangria 46 on Sunday, 29 December 2019

Indulge in the vibrant culture of Spain and Latin America at this Manhattan bar! Food, drinks, festive music, and a great time are what Sangria 46 has in store for you. It has gained its fair share of loyal customers through its famous seven sangria flavours and a variety of tapas. Located near popular theatres in the area, including the legendary Broadway, it’s the perfect place to have a quick drink and a bite or two before enjoying a play. it is recommended to visit the bar with a couple of friends, as the atmosphere gives off a fun vibe for bonding. Wherever you come from, this lively and eclectic bar truly feels like a warm welcoming home.

Sangria 46

Address: 338 W 46th St, New York, NY 10036, United States

Website: Sangria 46

Opening hours: Mon - Tue: 4pm - 11pm; Wed - Thu & Sun: 12pm - 11pm; Fri - Sat: 12pm - 12am

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9. Sevilla

The Sevilla Restaurant & Bar, Charles Street at West 4th, Greenwich Village, New York City
Source: Photo by user Spencer Means used under CC BY-SA 2.0

This restaurant and bar has been around since the 1940s—and for good reason. Being the oldest Spanish restaurant in all of Manhattan and New York, Sevilla strives to keep its title as the best Spanish restaurant in the city. It takes pride in having the freshest seafood dishes in town, along with scrumptious steaks, chicken villaroys, and a variety of other options to suit every taste. It is recommended to try out the pollo al ajillo, a sensational garlicky dish deemed as the crowd favorite!

Sevilla

Address: 62 Charles St, New York, NY 10014, United States

Website: Sevilla

Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 12pm - 12am; Sun: 1pm - 12am

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10. Sala One Nine NYC

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Posted by Sala One Nine on Tuesday, 29 October 2019

With its rustic and Gothic decor, Sala One Nine NYC gives you a unique medieval Spain experience. It’s on the more formal and fancier side compared to the aforementioned Spanish restaurants, so it’s the perfect place if you’re looking for a different yet romantic date spot. To make the experience more authentic, the restaurant also offers live music and flamenco dances on Monday nights. It strives to give you a real Spanish experience, so all the dishes and drink offerings are 100 percent made from Spanish ingredients.

Sala One Nine NYC

Address: 35 W 19th St, New York, NY 10011, United States

Website: Sala One Nine NYC

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 12pm - 10:30pm; Fri - Sat: 12pm - 11:30pm; Sun: 12pm - 10pm

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Explore Manhattan's best Spanish restaurants

Manhattan, New York, is home to a vibrant food culture—and its choices of Spanish food offerings are some of the best highlights in the food scene. From tapas and paellas to sangrias, the entire dining experience is so authentic that you’ll feel like you’ve been transported to Spain!

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