Spanish Pavillion Restaurant
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Spanish standby with an outdoor patio serving seafood, sangria & a variety of tapas since 1963.
attractions: New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), Robert Treat Hotel, Military Park, The Newark Museum of Art, AllShifts, Hampton Inn & Suites Newark-Harrison-Riverwalk, TRYP by Wyndham Newark Downtown, Seabra Foods Harrison, Element Harrison - Newark, Express Driving School, restaurants: Tops Diner, Don Pepe Restaurant, Lit 21, Pic-Nic, Restaurante Salvadoreño Las Canastillas, Urban Tandoor, TaKorea BBQ, McGoverns Tavern, Ah' Pizz, R U HUNGRY?
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Spanish standby with an outdoor patio serving seafood, sangria & a variety of tapas since 1963.
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I was visiting for business and arrived before I was able to check into my hotel as it was full. I was told I could grab a drink down the street at the Spanish Pavillion. I do love food from Spain so I wandered on down. When I first entered, it was quiet (early in the day mid week) one bar tender made me feel at home, served me a well made espresso and gave me the wifi so I could work. I proceeded to order some sardinas fritas and a couple expenadas with some good Spanish beers. 4 hours later after Carlos took over and after meeting some fantastic regulars (and one old grumpy one with poor education and too much to say, typical in covid era). I had felt as though I was around the corner from my own home. As there is not much else within walking distance that fit that profile, I returned for dinner that night and the next day. Both times I spend hours there having wonderful conversations with Carlos and the bar rail guests. I had rack of lamb app, which was wonderful as well as a shrimp paella. Which was really just shrimp and rice. It was a little salty for my taste but was still yummy. They sent me off with a satisfied belly, the taste of good Spanish beer, food for thought and a decaf espresso to put me to bed. My first of many visits to New Jersey and I have nothing but good things to say about a small but successful family owned business that treats its employees Iike family and they pass that along to you, treating you as family. Graçias Spanish Pavillion and see you innthe new year. Saludo.
Bran WhiteBran White
180
Got the pavilion burger, instead got some sad dry basic burger with no gravy or sauce, two key components of the burger I ordered. Got the paella mariscos which was a bad excuse for Spanish food, it felt like just a cheap knockoff. Rice feels like it came from a TV dinner and there was barely any actual seafood. The clams and mussels were really sandy and rocky. Looks nothing like the images. There was like 3 shrimps. They managed to mess up the rice which is what surprised us the most. Ruined our special day. UPDATE: After getting in contact with the owner, I was given a $75 gift card which I was very grateful for. However, I’m sad to say nothing has changed with the food. I ordered the black angus NY strip steak which was dry beyond belief. The chips (an odd choice for a side) were actually juicier than the steak could ever be. As you can see in the image, the steak has no color or moisture and it was the saddest thing. No flavor, no moisture. I was hoping that 3 months after my review something would’ve changed but sadly nothing has. I actually got 2 of the steaks and they were both dry, so it wasn’t a mistake. They’re 5-0 as of now which is really disappointing.
Steven HSteven H
60
My friend & I came here just for jokes mostly as Kitchen Nightmares fans lol. But we had a wonderful experience! The staff was quite fantastic, they were quick, attentive and very friendly. This place feels very cozy and home-y. We had the sangria which was great - ordered a second one which we couldn't finish lol but it was delicious. Started off a very fresh and tasty clams and chorizo in marinara sauce - delicious! And then got the Paella - the single as they said it's pretty large, and shared that. The food was so fresh and good, best Paella I've ever had! We also get free bread for the table. Not to mention the prices are very affordable for such good quality sea food. All in all, I really loved my experience here and I definitely will be back.
Jay (Jay)Jay (Jay)
360
I found this restaurant by chance while I was in Newark for an overnight Mother Daughter trip for my 50th birthday. We made a mistake when trying to set up our reservation and when we arrived the hostess clarified things and seated us at a table, never missed a beat. We appreciated their efforts especially since it was a busy Saturday night. Our server was super polite and explained their menu and portions. The paella 🥘 was HUGE it could feed 2 maybe 3 depending on how hungry you were. During the meal our server came to check on us and cleaned up some spilled rice with a little crumb sweeper, this was something I only experienced 1 other time in my life. We were in and out in under an hour and able to make our concert on time.
Wanda ThomasWanda Thomas
00
Spanish Pavilion Restaurant offers an authentic taste of Spain in the heart of the city. The octopus appetizer was tender and bursting with flavor, setting the stage for a delightful culinary journey. The generous portion of paella, perfect for two people, was brimming with seafood, chicken, and aromatic spices. Each bite transported diners to the sun-drenched shores of Valencia. The warm and inviting ambiance, complete with rustic décor and Spanish music, created a convivial atmosphere. Pavilion is the ideal setting for sharing a meal with family or friends. Overall, the dining experience at spanish Pavilion surpassed expectations. It's a must-visit for anyone craving an authentic Spanish culinary experience.
Ecogift MerchandisingEcogift Merchandising
20
Spanish Pavilion Restaurant offers an authentic taste of Spain in the heart of the city. The octopus appetizer was tender and bursting with flavor, setting the stage for a delightful culinary journey. The generous portion of paella, perfect for two people, was brimming with seafood, chicken, and aromatic spices. Each bite transported diners to the sun-drenched shores of Valencia. The warm and inviting ambiance, complete with rustic décor and Spanish music, created a convivial atmosphere. Pavilion is the ideal setting for sharing a meal with family or friends. Overall, the dining experience at spanish Pavilion surpassed expectations. It's a must-visit for anyone craving an authentic Spanish culinary experience.
Ecogift MerchandisingEcogift Merchandising
20
Nearby Attractions Of Spanish Pavillion Restaurant
New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC)
Robert Treat Hotel
Military Park
The Newark Museum of Art
AllShifts
Hampton Inn & Suites Newark-Harrison-Riverwalk
TRYP by Wyndham Newark Downtown
Seabra Foods Harrison
Element Harrison - Newark
Express Driving School

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