When you "don't want to spend much" on "traditional" Spanish fare, these separately owned, "been-there-forever" Villagers provide "satisfying" basics doled out in "generous", "paella-for-days" portions; sure, the space is "tight" and "hokey", but the sangria "always calls you back."
You can almost imagine Hemingway eating at this darkly lit Spanish restaurant, where the sangria flows along with the spicy seafood. Start with the refreshing gazpacho followed by the jumbo shrimp cocktail. There are several selections of… Read More
The West Village's best bet for authentic Spanish tapas, from saffron-tinged paella to imported cheese and meats.
Cafe Espanol Restaurant Review:
You can almost imagine Hemingway eating at this darkly lit Spanish restaurant, where the sangría flows along with the spicy seafood. Start with the refreshing gazpacho followed by the jumbo shrimp cocktail. There are several selections of paella, such as the paella Valenciana with sausage, chicken, seafood and rice. Lobster lovers will delight in the fra diavolo or a surf ‘n’ turf dish, but be...