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50+ rated spanish restaurants

Best Spanish Restaurants in Manhattan, NYC

Top-rated spanish restaurants across 23 Manhattan neighborhoods, ranked by ratings, reviews, and vibe.

Manhattan is home to 50+ rated spanish restaurants spanning 23 neighborhoods. La Faena Social in Hell's Kitchen leads the pack with a 5.0-star rating and 103 reviews, but standout spots can be found from Hell's Kitchen to Washington Heights and beyond.

Prices range from $ to $$$, so there’s something for every budget. Popular vibes across these spots include cozy, social, intimate, casual, and rustic. Whether you’re planning a date night, meeting up with friends, or exploring solo, this page covers the best spanish restaurants in New York City, ranked by ratings, reviews, and vibe data.

Midtown

6 spots

Midtown guide
  1. Rank 1

    Indoor/Outdoor

    Broadway Bar

    4.8 out of 5, 5 Google reviewsPrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social
  2. Rank 2

    Indoor/Outdoor

    Shoe Bar at Nordstrom

    4.8 out of 5, 15 Google reviewsPrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social
  3. Rank 3

    Indoor/Outdoor

    HACHE

    4.7 out of 5, 27 Google reviewsPrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social

Hell's Kitchen

4 spots

Hell's Kitchen guide
  1. Rank 1

    Indoor

    La Faena Social

    5.0 out of 5, 103 Google reviewsPrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social
  2. Rank 3

    Indoor

    EZ Paella & Tapas

    4.8 out of 5 on GooglePrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social
  3. Rank 4

    Indoor

    Enoteca

    4.6 out of 5, 42 Google reviewsPrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Intimate
    • Wine Focused

Washington Heights

4 spots

Washington Heights guide
  1. Rank 1

    Indoor/Outdoor

    Chez Messy

    4.7 out of 5 on GooglePrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social
  2. Rank 3

    Indoor

    Tu Gusto

    4.7 out of 5 on GooglePrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social
  3. Rank 4

    Indoor

    Chama empanadas

    4.6 out of 5 on GooglePrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social

East Harlem

4 spots

East Harlem guide
  1. Rank 1

    Indoor

    Tapas De Espana

    4.5 out of 5 on GooglePrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social
  2. Rank 3

    Indoor

    Sandy Restaurant

    4.3 out of 5 on GooglePrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social
  3. Rank 4

    Indoor/Outdoor

    The Lexington Social

    4.3 out of 5, 341 Google reviewsPrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social
    • Chill

Inwood

3 spots

Inwood guide
  1. Rank 1

    Indoor/Outdoor

    Tiny Tapas and Bites

    4.9 out of 5 on GooglePrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social
    • Casual
  2. Rank 2

    Indoor/Outdoor

    Galicia Tapas

    4.8 out of 5 on GooglePrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social
  3. Rank 3

    Indoor

    Taller Cocina

    4.3 out of 5, 718 Google reviewsPrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social

Meatpacking District

3 spots

Meatpacking District guide
  1. Rank 1

    Indoor

    Salinas Restaurant

    4.7 out of 5 on GooglePrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social
    • Upscale
  2. Rank 3

    Indoor

    La Nacional

    4.5 out of 5, 1,137 Google reviewsPrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social
    • Lively

Lower East Side

3 spots

Lower East Side guide
  1. Rank 1

    Indoor/Outdoor

    87 Ludlow

    4.7 out of 5 on GooglePrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social
  2. Rank 2

    Indoor

    Eel Bar

    4.3 out of 5, 167 Google reviewsPrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social
  3. Rank 3

    Indoor

    Ernesto's

    4.3 out of 5 on GooglePrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social

Alphabet City

2 spots

Alphabet City guide
  1. Rank 1

    Indoor/Outdoor

    Al-Andalus

    4.7 out of 5, 109 Google reviewsPrice level $$$
    • Cozy
    • Social
  2. Rank 2

    Indoor

    Bridge Coffee Shop

    4.4 out of 5, 415 Google reviewsPrice level $
    • Cozy
    • Social

Upper West Side

2 spots

Upper West Side guide
  1. Rank 1

    Indoor/Outdoor

    Tasca NYC

    4.7 out of 5 on GooglePrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social
  2. Rank 2

    Indoor/Outdoor

    Buceo 95

    4.4 out of 5 on GooglePrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social

SoHo

2 spots

SoHo guide
  1. Rank 1

    Indoor/Outdoor

    Despaña

    4.7 out of 5 on GooglePrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social
  2. Rank 2

    Indoor

    Boqueria Soho

    4.6 out of 5, 3,372 Google reviewsPrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social

Hudson Yards

2 spots

Hudson Yards guide
  1. Rank 1

    Indoor

    La Barra

    4.6 out of 5 on GooglePrice level $$$
    • Cozy
    • Social

Nolita

2 spots

Nolita guide
  1. Rank 1

    Indoor

    La Churreria

    4.6 out of 5, 824 Google reviewsPrice level $
    • Cozy
    • Social

Chelsea

2 spots

Chelsea guide
  1. Rank 1

    Indoor/Outdoor

    Boqueria Flatiron

    4.6 out of 5 on GooglePrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social
  2. Rank 2

    Indoor

    Txikito

    4.4 out of 5 on GooglePrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social

West Village

2 spots

West Village guide
  1. Rank 1

    Indoor

    Bartolo

    4.4 out of 5 on GooglePrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social
  2. Rank 2

    Indoor

    Tio Pepe

    4.3 out of 5, 647 Google reviewsPrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social
    • Casual

Harlem

1 spots

Harlem guide
  1. Rank 1

    Indoor

    Enoteca Harlem

    4.7 out of 5 on GooglePrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social

East Village

1 spots

East Village guide
  1. Rank 1

    Indoor/Outdoor

    Plado Tasting Bar

    4.7 out of 5, 426 Google reviewsPrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social

Upper East Side

1 spots

Upper East Side guide
  1. Rank 1

    Indoor

    Boqueria UES

    4.6 out of 5, 2,256 Google reviewsPrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social

Chinatown

1 spots

Chinatown guide
  1. Rank 1

    Indoor/Outdoor

    Carlota

    4.6 out of 5 on GooglePrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social

Little Italy

1 spots

Little Italy guide

Murray Hill

1 spots

Murray Hill guide
  1. Rank 1

    Indoor

    El Pote Español

    4.4 out of 5 on GooglePrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social

Koreatown

1 spots

Koreatown guide
  1. Rank 1

    Indoor

    Toledo Restaurant

    4.4 out of 5, 187 Google reviewsPrice level $$$
    • Cozy
    • Social
    • Classic

NoMad

1 spots

NoMad guide
  1. Rank 1

    Indoor/Outdoor

    Debajo

    4.4 out of 5, 217 Google reviewsPrice level $$
    • Cozy
    • Social

Financial District

1 spots

Financial District guide

Frequently asked questions

What are the best spanish restaurants in NYC?
Moodap ranks the best spanish restaurants across 23 Manhattan neighborhoods based on ratings, reviews, and vibe. Top-rated spots include La Faena Social in Hell's Kitchen (5.0★). Take the Mood Match quiz to find the perfect one for your mood in 25 seconds.
How many spanish restaurants are in Manhattan?
Moodap has 50+ rated spanish restaurants across Manhattan, spanning neighborhoods like Midtown, Hell's Kitchen, Washington Heights, East Harlem, Inwood, and more.
Which neighborhood has the best spanish restaurants?
Midtown has the highest concentration of spanish restaurants with 6+ spots, but great options are found across Manhattan. Use the Mood Match quiz to find the best one near you.
Best spanish restaurants for a date night in NYC?
Many spanish restaurants in Manhattan are perfect for date night, with popular vibes like cozy, social, intimate. Take Moodap’s Mood Match quiz to find a spot that matches your exact vibe and budget.
Affordable spanish restaurants in Manhattan?
Manhattan has spanish restaurants at every price point, from $ to $$$. Browse the full list above sorted by rating, or take the Mood Match quiz to filter by budget.

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