Two of my favorite man friends took me there at different times and I was extremely happy with the…read morebartenders. We sat at the bar. We had a cocktail each, and they know how to make drinks beautifully don't go there for beer. I will go again. It's had a facelift the store itself and I can't wait to go back.

Stopped by Amor y Amargo on weekend evening for drinks with a friend. Located on East 6th Street…read moreand Avenue A in the East Village, we were looking for a cocktail spot in the area and decided to give it a try since the concept seemed interesting. I had never been to an amaro-focused bar before. The space is larger than it appears from the outside, with several smaller rooms branching off from the main area. The decor has an old-school feel, with dark wood, tile accents, and a few quirky touches that give it some character. Though here was no seating available, at least on the night we visited, it standing room only, with guests finding a table to gather around while servers brought water, menus, and took drink orders. The cocktail menu features a variety of amaro-forward creations, though there are also options for those looking for something more familiar. I ordered one of the house cocktails, and while it was not quite what I expected, it was interesting and gave me a chance to try flavors I do not normally encounter. Overall, Amor y Amargo is a cool spot with a unique concept that stands out from the many cocktail bars in the city. The standing-room-only setup may not be for everyone, but it worked well enough for a drink or two. I would recommend it if you are looking to change things up and try something a little different in the East Village.

The food is tapas style and it was good. My favorite dish had to be the scallops and I would…read moresuggest all seafood lovers to give it a try. The octopus was cooked well and it was soft once it hit my mouth. The sangria was absolutely delicious and I'm so happy I got a pitcher. I come back just for the sangria!! The service was fine. It took a bit for them to come over to greet us and take our orders, but after that the food just kept coming out one by one and we were able to eat until our next dish was ready. The ambiance of the place is beautiful, and it's pretty quiet so I was able to hear the person I'm with. I come back again another time.

I'd say this is one of my fav tapa bars. Everything I've tried was very good! It's on a higher end…read morebut very much worth the price tag. Skip touristy Little Spain and come here instead:) I'm a big fan of seafood and they do it well here. Seafood rice dishes are exceptional (I enjoyed black squid rice). Love the octopus bites - very tender. They also do grilled seafood à la plancha. Beautiful presentation and perfect to take someone on a date here. Also they have an extensive wine list! Overall one of the best Spanish restaurants in nyc.

Visited on Sunday afternoon as walk in. Restaurant was relaxed vibe with lots of plants. I…read moredefinitely recommend it for any casual brunch or dinner. Menu had a good range of small plates to entrees. The place is very chill for laid-back meal or a longer hangout. We had Brussel sprouts which were crispy, flavorful. Branzino was cooked really well. I didnt like the sauce that came with it but my pal loved it. Potato was simple but a hint of flavor made it rich. Seafood black rice was similar to paella in different style. I loved it but it is somewhat greasy. Overall, i would definitely give it a try!

My friends have been raving about this place for weeks so I was so happy to finally get a chance to…read morego! I got the seafood black rice which was so delicious! My friend got the artic char which she has gotten multiple times and it definitely lived up to the hype! Our other friend got the chicken orzo special which he loved as well. I can't wait to come back and try more!

I came here for lunch with a couple friends from out of town. We were given window seating, and the…read morespace was cozy with pretty lights, brick walls, as well as wood. There was a welcoming ambiance to the place. We shared the Rose Cardamom Pistachio Pastry, and I wish I had gotten one of them with fruit salad and labne. The Rose Cardamom Pistachio Pastry was delicious, layered with delicate mixture of rose and cardamom flavor, and sprinkled with plenty of crushed pistachio. It was sweet, lightly flaky, and slightly crunchy. For my entree, I chose the Truffle Fondue with various types of sausage. The Truffle Fondue was served on top a small flame to keep it warm. It was satisfyingly melty, full of true truffle taste, and quite yummy. It came with pieces of white sourdough bread, which were nicely chewy. The sausage also came with purple grapes, as well as a piece of carrot. Sausage was succulent, juicy, and well seasoned. It was a perfect dipper for the fondue. I would have also liked to have potatoes with it, but each additional ingredient were priced a la carte, so would have to pay more. I wasn't really a fan of that set up and think that each fondue should have included more than just bread. Service was solid. Our waiter was personable and helpful. We were well taken care of throughout. Prices were reasonable, though fondue can get a little up there, depending on what you order with it. I would be open to returning to try the Cheeseburger.

What incredible value! I came with a friend and got the $99 prix fixe for two before going to see a…read morebroadway show. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with nothing but warm hospitality. Our server was incredibly friendly and even asked if we had a show to get to so he could expedite our food. So considerate! The prix fixe was really good value - starter, main, desert AND a bottle of wine for $99! The salad was really tasty, I liked the warm walnuts and the figs added a nice contrast of texture and sweetness. Of the other items in the tasting board, I really enjoyed the Kashkaval cheese. We didn't opt for any add ons/fondue dippers with our fondue, so only had bread. While we did feel full at the end, next time I'd go for an add on for more variety. Highly recommend and can't emphasize the warm hospitality and great service enough.

Every time i come here its such a hit!!! It's definitely one of my favorite hole in the wall places…read morethat I've been coming to for about 8 years. The food is probably the closest you can get to actual Spanish tapas but what i love most about this place is that everythings got flavorrrrr For our table of 4 we got CROQUETAS with their house cured chorizo- very good POLLO FIORENTINA- chicken was so tender and packeddd with flavor! BARRIGUITA- plentiful serving for a tapa, we loved the potatoes it came with too CHICHARRON DE POLLO- flavorful chicken and easier to eat than you think TARTAR- delish but small Chipirones- sooo delicately breaded you can barely tell, was great COSTILLA A LA PLANCHA- plentiful for a tapa, we recommend cooking for longer since its traditionally a tough cut of beef SAUTED VEGETABLES- tastey and not mushy thankfully! MILLIONAIRE CAIPIRINHA for my drink. was soooo good, not too sweet and not quite as sour as a margarita, was perfect for me!

Casa d'Paco is a great spot with a really cool setup. When you first walk in, it feels like a…read moresmaller, quiet place with a nice bar but then you realize they have an additional space on the side which completely changes the vibe in a good way. When I was there, they had a DJ playing, and it added energy without being too loud or overwhelming. The Service was very good, the waiter answered and helped with all our questions. The food was absolutely amazing really flavorful and well done. Just be a little prepared that most dishes come in smaller portions. But the quality definitely makes up for it. I ordered the paella, and it's easily enough for two or even three people and it was well worth it. Really delicious. The drinks were also definitely worth trying while you're there. The only thing I wasn't big on was the desserts they didn't quite live up to the rest of the meal. But overall, great atmosphere, excellent food, and a fun experience. I'd definitely come back.

Debajo had delicious tapas in a relaxing upscale environment…read more They are tucked away in nomad, down a set of nondescript stairs. But don't let the basement level dissuade you; they really turn their location into a strength. There's a covered "outdoor" section with lots of natural light, and the inside is spacious and modern, with a semi-open kitchen that makes it feel like you're in a place twice its size. The tapas we tried were great. Patatas bravas were crispy on the outside, with a fluffy inside, and maybe a touch too much salt. The hamachi crudo was excellent, with a unique coconut and mango sauce that gave it a touch of sweet to go with the zest. And the pulpo was great, the octopus was well prepared and the sauce was hearty without dominating the taste. The half chicken was the most memorable dish; our server recommended it, and it's clear why. It was unbelievably juicy and tender, with plenty of lemon flavor in every bite. Lots of meat, don't expect a small plate like the other menu items! All in all a good experience in a nice atmosphere, definitely staying on the list for tapas in the future.

Made a reservation here for dinner before a show and it did not disappoint! Pretty quiet when we…read moregot there (I think it had just opened) but were seated in a nice booth. To find Debajo you have to find the staircase leading down as this is below ground level - hence the name. MUST GET the patatas bravas - just enough to share between three people but might want to get two orders if your party is more than three. DO NOT GET the queso - it's literally a couple thin slices of cheese, a tiny bowl of almonds, and some tomato mixture. You can add bread for like $7 on top of the original $16 price - actually ridiculous for what you get. The roasted duck breast was flavorful and tender, and the bavette steak was even better. Really great to share as well since they're cut up already. Good vibes in Debajo - would definitely come back again. It was clean and very chic.

Barely Disfigured is a unique and stylish spot with a cool atmosphere and creative drinks. The…read morecocktails are well crafted, the service is friendly, and it's a great place for a relaxed night out. Definitely worth checking out!

This bar has a very fun fun concept- a bar turned from a former brothel. The motif on the door is a…read moreplay on the 'this is not a pipe' work, which really added to the vibe I was expecting. Unfortunately this place fell very flat. Leading with what we liked: Their mocktail offerings were good, promising a 0.0% ABV which is hard to come across when mocktails are offered. They serve oysters, which adds to that aphrodisiac experience of the oh so 'wow this is a former brothel!'. The bartenders and servers were fast and very sociable with the more sociable customers. The immediate entrance is very tight, and it was uncomfortable navigating the space. We expected there'd be more seating in the back, which there was, but it was limited and not offered to us until we asked for it. We honestly had no clue where it would be and only asked because of how this place was advertised. While it was comfy once we made our way back there, it was reminiscent of a lounge style bar space that almost any bar could replicate with the right room and budget. We didn't feel as though this hit the spot and were let down by this experience. I'm not sure if I can judge the menu of drinks/ foods as expensive, but we left hungry bc we couldn't justify some of the prices. In addition, I've seen a lot of complaints about the volume of the music: it's definitely loud at the front but a lot lower in that back lounge space. It's as loud as any bar's music level would be, but truth be told we were expecting music that matched the vibe of what was advertised and yes, at a lower volume.

Had the most amazing experience in this place. Have met very few people with a heart as big as…read moreRaymonds and his team. Incredible hospitality, made us feel at home. Thank you for everything!

A very solid Spanish restaurant with all the traditional flavors. I came with a few friends and…read moreordered the croquetas de jamón (the bechamel was perfection, loved them), carne y pulpo à la gallega. The meat and the octopus were cooked so well, so tender and it all reminded me of being back home. The service was also outstanding, our server was super kind and very attentive. Definitely recommend to try it!