Boqueria

A lively, Barcelona-inspired tapas bar serving Spanish classics, seasonal specials, and curated cocktails in a vibrant and contemporary space.

What to Drink: Of the four sangrias, skip the fizzy white to gamble on the buzzed-about beer-infused rendition. Or choose from a 50-bottle wine list. A glass of the deep red Onix ($9) has nice hints of black cherry.

Save Time: Lunch cravings can be satisfied at work with Monday thru Friday delivery from 12pm-3pm.

Boqueria serves tapas like cod croquettes and grilled octopus in a chic but unpretentious environment. Skewered, seared lamb is pink and tender while the almond-stuffed, bacon-wrapped dates offer a savory-meets-sweet treat in one small plate. The short list of Spanish wines is thoughtfully selected.

"Graze your way" through "top-class tapas" at these "happening" Spaniards bringing a "transported-to-Barcelona" feel to the Flatiron and SoHo; a "competent" crew navigates the "no-room-to-spare" settings and "well-priced" wines offset tabs that "add up pretty quickly", but the no-rez rule results in "discouraging" waits.

Perenially packed, this convivial tapas spot has leather banquettes lining the main room but if you want to make friends, opt for the communal table running down the center of the dining room—if you can get a seat. There are a few spots at the bar, too. Fried quail eggs and chorizo on roasted bread are even better than they sound, and the mushroom and ham croquettes are a mainstay. Traditional...

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Yann de Rochefort is the owner behind this modern take on Barcelona's famous tapas bars. The stunning interior designed by architects Meyer Davis is inspired by the traditional tapas bar and cervezerias of Barcelona, but also takes its cues from modern European design. The cuisine ranges from excellent traditional tapas and paellas, to lesser known regional dishes reflecting the wealth and...