Boqueria UES

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Creative Barcelona-style tapas made with market-fresh ingredients in a warm, modern space.

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Creative Barcelona-style tapas made with market-fresh ingredients in a warm, modern space.

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Delicious Spanish Cuisine in New York!

MatthewMatthew

50

A menu so varied and so intriguing we had to stop ourselves from ordering one of everything. We knew going in that this was a wine bar, but since I'm not so interested in straight up wine we got the Sangría. Boy oh boy was it refreshing, not to mention economical - two people can make a pitcher last throughout the meal comfortably without needing to think about ordering anything else, which helps devote attention to the excellent food options available. Speaking of, I have to say this was a rare occasion where I loved every single dish we ordered. Not only that, but we had to have heated discussions on what to order because everything looked so good we had trouble deciding. The cool thing about these dishes was that - pretty consistently - the auxiliary pieces on the plate were so tasty that they not only perfectly complimented the main item without overshadowing but could also be a standalone feature on the menu. I'm talking in particular about the bread that came with the cheese plate covered in a beautiful tomato spread, the fennel served with the octopus, and the pickled shallots on toasted bread that came with the lamb skewers. This to me shows an attention to detail that exceeds the expectation of the named menu item being all there is to look forward to, and that gets an A in my book. Service was great, too. They're all up on their vaccination procedures, and when we first arrived they went above and beyond to find us a table in their spacious, well-occupied dining room (we would've honestly taken the bar too, that thing is beautiful). There are not a lot of great restaurants in the UES imo, so it's good to know there is at least one excellent one we can go back to.

Wilson SlagleWilson Slagle

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Our recent brunch at Boqueria UES was a mix of highs and lows, offering a fantastic ambiance and service but a food experience that left us feeling underwhelmed. Ambiance & Service: Boqueria truly excels in creating an inviting atmosphere. The decor, lighting, and music set the perfect tone for a relaxed yet vibrant brunch. The comfort and noise level were spot on - lively without being overwhelming. The service was impeccable; our server and the entire staff were professional, courteous, and attentive without being intrusive. It’s always a pleasure to dine somewhere that prioritizes hospitality at this level. The Food: The Good: • Choripan – The chorizo, garlic allioli, and salsa verde were flavorful, and the combination worked well together. However, the brioche roll was a bit dry, and the toppings leaned towards the oily side. • Matrimonio – A wonderful mix of boquerones, salt-cured anchovies, piquillo peppers, Kumato tomatoes, and sherry vinegar reduction with fennel pollen. Served on toasted sourdough, this dish improved with every bite and was one of the highlights of the meal. • Torrija – A showstopper. The crispy French toast, stuffed with sweet mita crema and topped with blackberry compote and maple syrup, was a hit with everyone at our table. Rich, indulgent, and perfectly balanced. • Patatas Bravas (from Dos Huevos y Más) – Crispy, well-seasoned, and satisfying. A solid execution of this classic Spanish dish. The Not-So-Good: • Dos Huevos y Más – I ordered my eggs sunny-side up, and they were cooked well. The patatas bravas and salsa verde were enjoyable, but the bacon was disappointing - reminiscent of supermarket quality, which detracted from the overall dish. Simply Disappointing: • Huevos Estrellados – This dish fell flat. The shoestring fries, truffle potato cream, Jamón Serrano, and fried egg combined into a bland and uninspired plate that lacked any real depth of flavor. The Jamón Serrano tasted like it came from a supermarket, and the truffle potato cream not only lacked truffle flavor but also unfortunately caused my wife significant stomach issues afterward. Final Thoughts: While the atmosphere and service at Boqueria UES were top-notch, the inconsistency in food quality, especially with dishes that should shine in a Spanish tapas setting, left us disappointed. Given the wide array of Spanish tapas options in New York City, I don’t see myself returning anytime soon - there are simply too many other places to explore that may offer a better balance of quality and experience.

maciek macakmaciek macak

00

So this is obviously just my personal experience but I felt like I had a generally unsatisfying visit, perhaps even borderline unpleasant. The front staff was pleasant. Chefs counter was a great option to watch the kitchen work and feel connected to the experience better. Service was terrible. People next to me had the same waiter. They got their first dish before I got my first glass of wine. He didn’t come back for almost 20 minutes (they were on their 2nd dish at this point). In fact, I was actually standing up to leave at that point when he finally showed back up. Probably should have just bailed then. Ordered 3 dishes (boquerones, chipirones, and dates). Got the dates quickly and as my first dish (very savory flavors. Would have expected this to be last given my other choices. It’s hard to clear the step down to boquerones after that). These were actually very good. Boquerones dish was plentiful but not done well. Overly saturated with lemon juice and the accompanying potato chips were confusing to the palate. Chipirones dish was just okay. I like the way they were grilled delicately, and I also enjoyed the white bean salad with it but I’m not sure it worked well together. The chipirones were too subtle and over powered. Neat idea but not a great dish. Classic churros for dessert. Chocolate sauce was good (? Maybe a hint of cinnamon) but the churros were fried too hard and crispy. I should also mention that my chair was situated over a portion of the floor that sank every time somebody walked by. So my entire chair moved with every passerby. Super irritating. This was an even 2.5 stars but I rounded down because of my general experience. I think this place has potential but isn’t of the quality that you’d expect for this area. I’d skip to try another one of the many great places in the area or stick to happy hour.

David TDavid T

00

Fantastic Spanish Tapas. Great service. Good ambience. Reservations recommended. First off, service. Their greeter, waitress (Sara) and all staff were courteous, helpful, delivered our food quickly and had great recommendations. We also met Anthony, the manager, who was very friendly and nice. On to the food. We like starting our tapas with plate of jamones and quesos. Their combo did not disappoint. Great variety of cheese and their Ibérico is very tasty. Then, patatas bravas, which is one of our favorite dishes from Spain. They did a nice job with the sauce, balancing spiciness with creamy sauce, and the potatoes are cooked perfectly. The tortilla española was good, not the best, but still will order it again. The top of the night were the dates wrapped with bacon and the boquerones. Both of these are prepared extremely well, nicely presented. Boquerones are a delight and they do know how to balance the salty taste with the citrus juice. And the dates are just fantastic: Gret balance of sweet and salt, crunchy and soft. Just food and the service are worth the top rating. They also have good cocktail options, Sangría and Cerveza Española. This is a place to share food with people you care and enjoy spending time. Their ambience inside is remanescent of Spain tapas restaurants. So invite someone, call ahead and enjoy a trip to Spain in NYC.

Paco ContrerasPaco Contreras

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The decor is amazing: beautiful lighting, big tall tables reminiscent of a bar, good music (not so loud) and a busy staff that runs up and down. As in many Manhattan big restaurants, service was impersonal. Food-wise, expect small portions (even for tapas) and big prices. Taste was average. We had gambas al ajillo but instead of gambas we were served shrimp. When you read the word "gambas", it is implied "large shrimp". So this was a disappointment. We also ordered "pintxos morunos" (served with shallots and a green sauce) which were great and "carne valdeón" which was salty and undercooked. The "croquetas cremosas" (3 with mushroom filling, 3 with ham filling) were very tasty. We ordered a chicken paella but ended up getting a roasted half chicken. This was a big disappointment. But we kept it and it turned out to be decently roasted. I was very pleased with desserts. We ordered mango sorbet, "crema catalana" and "churros con chocolate". The mango sorbet was the star. It was very rich, creamy and loaded with mango flavor. The crema catalana was good. Perhaps not freshly made but certainly delicious with subtle orange and lime hints. Churros were impeccable: the chocolate sauce was thick and velvety. With a bottle of wine and two drinks, it came to $300 (tip not included).

José HERNANDEZJosé HERNANDEZ

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