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    Chez Messy

    4.8 (66 reviews)

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    Katie B.

    I loveeee this spot. Perfect for a fun brunch with friends. Even though I absolutely have come by myself and still had a great time. A bottomless brunch will always call my name. I love that margaritas are included in this one. Most recently, we celebrated my friends' birthday and had sooo much fun. A lot of that had to do with DJ Wawa bc brunch DOES turn into a party with him. All of us enjoyed our food. I can vouch for the steak & eggs and the potatoes. My friend really enjoyed the octopus. The servers are all amazing as well! The name I remember is Landon. Love them all though.

    Ajani B.

    When my friend DJ WAWA is spinning, I already know the vibe is right. I was nearby, so I pulled up to Chez Messy for some drinks and a few appetizers that I definitely enjoyed... even if I can't remember what they were. Blame the cocktails. The service was solid. The waiter was polite, the drinks kept coming, and the atmosphere was exactly what you want for a night out--laid back but lively. Would I go back? Absolutely. Maybe next time I'll actually take notes on what I ate.

    Kathy X.

    A group of us came here to celebrate a friend's birthday. The space was swanky, chic and sleek, with pretty chandeliers hanging inside cool birdcages from the ceiling, unique artwork, as well as candles. There were 2 levels and the downstairs had a small bar. Upstairs had more intimate seating and paintings of a woman's face, along with red roses. The atmosphere was warm and inviting. As most of the menu was tapas, I got to try most items. I ordered the Bang Bang Shrimp and Tortilla Espanola with Chorizo. The Shrimp was fried and tossed in a slightly spicy mayo sauce, topped with scallions. They were nicely crispy, succulent, and well seasoned. The Tortilla Espanola was basically a Spanish Omelette, and I wasn't really a fan. It didn't seem like it was made out of egg and tasted kind of bland. The Chorizo was cooked well and tasty though. I also got to try a bunch of other dishes, including the Papas Bravas (fried potato bites), which was made in a pimento sauce. These potatoes were quite addicting and full of bold flavor. The Steak with chimichurri sauce was cooked perfectly with char masks. Salmon with cous cous was light and fresh, boasting a satisfying crunch. Brussel sprouts were soft and pretty tasty. For dessert, I tasted the Chocolate Ganache and Crème Brûlée. Chocolate Ganache was velvety smooth, rich, and sweet, while the Crème Brûlée was oh so creamy with a nice caramelization. Service was solid. Our waitress was super personable and knowledgeable about the menu. We received all our food in a timely manner. My group definitely enjoyed our time here. Prices are pretty reasonable. I might return to try the Ropa Vieja Mofonguitos, Bacon and Manchego Croquettes, or Fried Calamari.

    Marlene S.

    As a late birthday gift, my aunt treated me to dinner while in town. I chose this location because it was on my saved list and close to her house. It was small but cool vibe and service was decent. Now, $20 for a cocktail is wild. The food was tasty but the portions were tiny for the price point.

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    Jean T.

    OMG OMG OMG WE LOVED THIS PLACE!!! Wonderful decor. Awesome, friendly, happy staff. And the food...the food was TDF. All the yums!!! We arrived early, without a reservation, because it was before 6 pm. We were promptly seated and greeted by Landan, our utterly charming and exceedingly handsome server. The Mommy had a glass of Spanish wine, and I had ginger ale--which was actually ginger ale--because I had had food poisoning just hours before. But the Emetol worked, luckily. My mother had the grilled mango salmon with couscous, minus both the mango salsa and couscous. It came with a small side salad and was perfect. The salmon was perfectly cooked medium-rare. I had three tapas plates. WOWZA. I was expecting teeny-tiny servings. These were GENEROUS! I was stunned and couldn't finish any of them. The Tortilla Espanola was so, SO good!!! Tender potatoes layered with egg. The charred shishito peppers with remoulade were perfection, deliciously spicy. The Papas Bravas....*swoons* probably the best that I have EVER had. So incredibly delicious, my carb-hating mother loved them! Beyond yummy. Did I mention that we LOVE this place? We'll be back. So fun, such amazing FOOD. And the ambiance is glorious. Touch of goth, lots of whimsy, but also a planned aesthetic.

    Rossy M.

    Great tapas spot! Went for happy hour on a Friday and had a really nice time. Loved the ambiance! The music was on point, as so were the drinks, food, and service. My favorite tapas were the Bang Bang shrimp and I highly recommend it. The Tuna Tartare and Patatas Bravas were delicious as well. The Pulpo was just okay and the Shishito Peppers were pretty regular. They have a few drink specials for happy hour but no discounts on the cocktails. I lovedd the "La Mula" though, which had a combination of pomegranet and berry puree. The Crisp Kiss is also worth trying. Overall a solid choice in the neighborhood and I would definitely return to try more dishes on the menu.

    Liz C.

    My new favorite place in Washington Heights! Loved everything about this place -- the excellent tapas, the music, the vibe. I will no doubt be back bringing friends! Thank you for an amazing time here today!

    Austin R.

    This place is awesome!! Food was great, Olivia our server was nice and friendly and the lights bouncing off the disco ball made for great ambiance. Antonio the manager made us feel right at home and it was just a great time. 10/10

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    Lex B.

    It's small cozy restaurant, the food was delicious. Had the tuna tartare and the ropa viajo mofongo for appetizer, steak for dinner . Our server was tentative but her shift finished and she left , her understudy trainee is ok . Over all it's a good experience , a place to explore and experience.

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    Natalie T.

    Well for starters- WOW! What an amazing place, this is certainly a gem that I'm so happy has made it into the neighborhood. The ambiance is incredible, from the outdoor dining with a spot to take photos to the inside. It's so festive and the vibes are impeccable- their music playlist choice also added so much to our experience! Our servers were very friendly and engaging. This is easily the best sangria I've had and it's been so hard to find the right one. The food also was a complete hit. We ordered almost everything on the menu (it was so good I didn't even get a picture of most things- we dug right in!). We had the escargots, salade olivier, green beans lyonnaise, seared tuna au poivre, spicy crispy rock shrimp, and steak empanadas. To top it off, we finished with the beignets and crema catalana and they were oh so good. It was all divine as there was not a bad dish to be had. I will absolutely be back to try the other cocktails and dishes- this spot is a banger!

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    Nathan C.

    I've been to Chez Messy over half a dozen times now and each visit is a great time - amazing drinks and delicious food. I've had the pulpo - octopus - a few times and love the capers and thinly sliced garlic cloves tossed in. The shishito peppers are fire. With the libations, I'm a fan of the Messy Bitch and the 24k. Man that gold leaf make it If you live in the Heights and want a Chelsea vibe in our neighborhood, come thru!

    Mini R.

    Gorgeous place, relaxing atmosphere The food is delicious (chef kiss). The staff makes you feel welcomed. The drinks are amazing!! I 100% recommend you stop by. You will fall in love with this gem!! I love the fact that they also have Flamenco Wednesdays, with flamenco dancers, flamenco singer and guitarist. This will be moving forward my go-to spot. A million thanks, Chez Messy, for captivating my heart and tast buds!!!!!

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    Staff was so friendly and amazing. Music was on point and food was delicious. Definitely plan on coming back.

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