A taste of España in Astoria! Spectacular tapas, drinks (sangria!!) and live flamenco performances - service is always very strong. Can't recommend enough !! read more

Sala Astoria - Tapas!! - Spanish Near Me - Astoria, New York

The interior was spacious with an industrial feel. Our group was seated towards the back, where there was a huge TV to watch the World Cup games, along with couches, giving the space a cozy ambiance. I ordered Datiles ($10 - bacon wrapped dates), my absolute favorite Spanish tapa, as well as a Cappuccino. The Datiles were satisfyingly sweet and chewy, with crispy flavorful bacon and crunchy almond. The Cappuccino was smooth, creamy, and strong. I also had the El Camino mocktail, which was made with ginger beer & pineapple. This was light and refreshing. Also got to try the Garlic Shrimp ($19), Pan Tumaca ($7 - bread with grated tomato). Garlic Shrimp came in a tasty savory olive oil sauce containing garlic, hot pepper, and parsley. Shrimp was succulent and juicy. I did not enjoy the Pan Tumaca, which was toasted rustic bread topped with grated tomato, olive oil, and garlic. The bread was stale and hard, while the tomato was quite bland. For the entree, I shared the Steak with Fries ($35). The dish comprised of Hangar Steak, which was sliced into pieces and served medium (though I asked for medium well). While the Steak was bold in flavor, it was not tender enough and on the dry side. Fries were delightfully crispy and addicting with true potato taste. Service was decent. Our waitress was welcoming and knowledgeable about the menu. Despite the place being very busy, everything came out in a timely manner and we were well attended to throughout our time here. Prices were reasonable, ranging from $7-25 for tapas, and around $26-35 for large plates. read more

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A friend & I were having such a bad night at an event we went to for one of the FIFA matches at a place called Melrose Ballroom. Ghetto ugh We left during half time & were walking aimlessly trying to find another spot to finish watching the game. We were literally trying to peek inside Sala to see if they had a TV with the game on & a gentleman who works here opened the door & asked if we needed anything, welcoming us in off the street lol This was perfect !! He sat us down, told us to enjoy the game with no worries. We drank, ate & had such a good time! The vibe in here was perfect! My friend was able to find any & all vegan dishes they had, they were also willing to accommodate me which was great! Everything was so yummy!! Thank you Sala for saving our night. read more

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3.5 stars for the slow service since it was cinco de mayo and although they're usually busy, it was really packed even before 7pm. Only one waitress, one bartender? It's a fairly large restaurant. We ordered cocktails, few tapas and the steak. I would've ordered another entree but they were out of dish after dish that I would've tried.. well it turned out to be enough food since the omelette dish was so dense and I filled up on bread. The best dish was the shrimp with garlic tapa which I usually wouldn't bother ordering but I've already tried most of the menu. Lots of garlic. Really tasty ..dipped the oil with the bread. We were sitting there for a while, waiting for our drinks and other food but nothing came out so I wanted more bread since I was starving. My first meal that day. One the guys brought more bread for us quickly. The steak and omelette finally came. I would never order the omelette dish but L wanted to try it and it was tapas Tuesday so there was a slight discount. Very bland. Not enough egg, too much potato, very dry so we spooned a lil of the garlic oil from the shrimp dish and it helped a lot. I had a lil but L ate the rest. Salad was good but it was overdressed. The steak was a lil bit bloody in the middle even though we ordered it medium so it wasn't as good as we had it before. We still didn't get our cocktails because the bartender lady kept making margaritas which were only $5 that day instead of our $17 drinks. Someone came past 7:30pm and our waitress said he was gonna make our drinks. The drinks were pretty good but we already finished our food. Usually I would have ordered one of each cocktail at Sala but I was full and had other places to go. The slow service and the unavailability of certain dishes has impacted my recommendation to others but I still like the drinks here and we did enjoy the gambas tapa dish a lot.. read more

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I been to sala about 4 times already. I was thinking I did a review already but no.So after a bad experience at melrose ballroom I ended up at this Restaurant. We were greeted and welcomed. I love their drinks and fresh food. They had the futbol game so that was a plus. We had a few entries and ENJOYED A drink called white shoes made with mexcal. Its really good. They play music in the background that is very pleasant. Our waiters were on point and coming around if we seeded anything else. I also been here when they have a flamenco show that is very good. So if u into tapas and food from spain this is the place read more

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Great tapas spot in Astoria just off the N train! Everything from the HH tapas on Tuesday... lentil soup, tortilla, gambas al ajillo, patatas bravas were so wonderfully tasty! Service with a smile as Dani took care of us. This is the only place in the city to serve true Spanish Alhambra Especial beer on tap from a beautiful original tap machine! Michael the owner very pleasant and has a great staff working together. The HH drink prices along with daily specials make this local spot special. Will be back! read more

Came to Sala to grab some happy hour sangrias on a weeknight. I'd been meaning to try the restaurants that have opened on this block but just hadn't gotten around to it, and was pleasantly surprised to see how nice the inside of Sala is. Low lit but still bright, comfortable bar stools, definitely a romantic vibe. Their website said sangrias were $6 on happy hour, but be aware that it's actually now up to $8. I was a little bummed at the increase, but boy were these strong. Honestly the most potent sangria I think I've ever had in my life. It was just the right balance of fruit, not too much ice but ice cold. The bartender was attentive and checked in on us frequently without being too overbearing. I can't speak to the food, but will for sure be back. read more

Sala Astoria - Happy Hour Sangria at the bar - Spanish Near Me - Astoria, New York

Stopped in for some food and drinks one evening after work and had a wonderful experience! The staff is very friendly and accommodating, and the food was delicious - I had the fried goat cheese and the pan tumaca and enjoyed them both. read more

Sala Astoria - Pan tumaca - Spanish Near Me - Astoria, New York

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How have I not been here before?! Amazing service and amazing food. Came in on Saturday without a reservation and got lucky to be seated within a few minutes. The restaurant has plenty of seating, offering high tops, bar, and traditional tables. The vibe inside is reflective of the Spanish culture with lively music and decor. For drinks, we ordered a pitcher of sangria as we felt it was a good deal. We noticed other patrons ordering cocktails and they looked tantalizing. Definitely trying next time. For tapas we got the Pulpo, Calamari, Gambas and Croquettes de Gambas. All were great dishes and highly recommend. The Pulpo was perfectly cooked and seasoned. The Gambas was fragrant and spicy, wasn't served with bread had to ask. The calamari was lightly breaded which is a plus. The croquettes were mini but full of flavor. Ended our meal with Churros con Chocolate. The restaurant offers many specials during the week like paella specials which I am looking forward to trying. read more

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Great tapas, dishes, vino and cocktails at Sala Astoria. The live music and Flamenco shows add to the atmosphere! read more

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All night happy hour on Mondays! (5 pm to close). Came here because 1) open Mondays and 2) happy hour. Beautiful large space, somewhat new building/development in Astoria. 2 people on a Monday holiday evening. We each had a couple glasses of wine (did I mention happy hour?) and shared some bites. Good food and portions, but they seemed short-staffed. We had to wait a while to get attention etc. I would come back for happy hour and food again. read more

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Came back and just had to share the food. Had some repeat plates but tried new ones as well. The lechon was out of this world. Staff again super attentive and welcoming. Love the vibes. Will need to come back for the paella. read more

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Came here last night to grab tapas and a drink with a friend and honestly, we were not disappointed. The bartender was amazing and he was really good at making the drink. I forgot the name of my gin cocktail, but it was so good. I absolutely loved the octopus. It had a hint of Indian flavor since they had a green chutney sauce on top. The shrimp was good as well! read more

Sala Astoria - Gin cocktail, octopus & the garlic shrimp - Spanish Near Me - Astoria, New York

Lovely space, very bright and buzzy. Paella was delicious, as well as the croquettes. Pleasantly surprised with the goat cheese with figs, probably one of the best bites of the night. read more

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We came here for dinner with family and the restaurant was conveniently accessible from the subway which is a plus! Since we were a group of 6, tapas were perfect since we could share and try a lot of different things together. We ordered the datiles (bacon wrapped dates with almond), chorizo a la plancha, gambas al ajillo (shrimp with garlic), pan tumaca con jamon (rustic bread with Iberico ham), confit de pato con patatas (duck confit with potatoes), 2 person paella de mariscos (seafood paella), albondigas (meatballs), pisto manchego (Spanish ratatouille), lubina a la plancha (grilled branzino) and the entraña a la brasa (hangar steak).  For dessert we got the Tarta Santiago (a Galician almond cake) and Manzana Asada (roasted apple with puff pastry and spices). We managed to each get a taste of everything!  We were certainly stuffed at the end.  The chorizo was definitely one of the highlights and the paella was a bit sad and small (even for 2 people).  I had never tried the Spanish ratatouille before but it tasted as it looked (soft vegetables cooked in olive oil).  Overall it was a solid meal and the ambiance was nice as well.  Would definitely come back and try other menu items with a group! read more

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Delicious and just the right amount of heat in this Spanish restaurant. The cuisine is traditional but seems they add their style to each dish. Always check the daily specials - they are too tempting to pass up. A must try is the sangria!! The staff is friendly and helpful if you have trouble choosing. The atmosphere is comfortable and modern. read more

Sala Astoria - Dining Room - Spanish Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Always such a good time. Alex was great to us. We appreciate the hospitality. This time we went for dinner and everything was 10/10. It was all delicious. Fav drink: Malaga nights ! read more

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Easily would come here again! I came on a Saturday night and had a great time. The staff was super polite and helpful in recommending food. We tried and loved: the fried goat cheese (queso de cabra con miel), steak with onion crostini (hangar a la plancha), and the braised beef cheeks with mashed potatoes (carrilleras de ternera). All of these were very tender, perfectly seasoned, and had pleasing textures. The cocktails offered are complex in flavor and strong. I really liked the White Shoes cocktail. Sala also has a trendy and romantic vibe to it, perfect for a date night! read more

Sala Astoria - Menu - Spanish Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Came here on a Friday and the service was awesome. We sat at the bar for happy hour and got some drinks. The cocktails were made perfectly and the service was super attentive and friendly at the bar. The espresso martini had had shaved chocolate on it and that was a great touch. We migrated over to tables for dinner and had some of their tapas and they were delicious. read more

Sala Astoria - Spanish Near Me - Astoria, New York

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A really solid Spanish restaurant in Astoria. The interior is so beautiful. It's bright, spacious and a little rustic with the exposed wood accents. What I really appreciate about Sala is all the specials they have on a daily basis -- their daily happy hour deals literally calls my name! I've also been there on Thursdays for their paella deals and Wednesday for their wine/sangria deal. I even saw that they have free flamenco shows on certain days! After spending a week in Spain, I had the sickest craving for Spanish food, and I gotta say that the food from Sala is just as good as what I had in Spain. The paella is a must get, and I would say that it's even better some of the ones I had in Spain. It's so flavorful and the rice is nice and soft. The octopus and empanadas were also really great. If you're a fan of olives, do not skip out on them. I ended my meal with churro and chocolate -- the hot dark chocolate paired with the crispy churro, I'm drooling just thinking back! read more

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Reminds me of Barcelona. Croquettes, imberico, great wine, ambiance, always delicious

My friend I dined on the fired calamari , dates wrapped in crispy bacon and mix croquettes. And a fantastic espresso martinis home made. Great bar scene open space they have private parties. I'll definitely go again. I did read in the bathroom they have flamenco dancers which I'd love to see. read more

We came across this place for a late lunch. We had dinner plans in a few hours so we didn't want a huge lunch. I missed the tapas I had in Spain and was craving tapas. Luckily this place came up on Yelp and was highly rated so we walked over. We were greeted warmly and sat down. The restaurant was decorated beautifully :) We got some bread and oil for the table after we ordered. I got the rose sangria which was refreshing on a hot day. My friend got the dates wrapped in bacon which she really liked. I ordered the Calamari, the octopus and the croquettes. The croquettes came out first. They were crunchy on the outside and creamy on the inside. So much flavor! It was so good. I then had calamari. The breading was the right texture and seasoned beautifully. I really enjoyed the dipping sauce the calamari came with as well. The octopus was the real star! Grilled to perfection. Tender and fresh and seasoned very well. Wow I would love to dine here again and get a meal like paella. Best tapas I've had outside of Spain :) I also saw there would be flamingo dancing too some nights. How fun! I would totally come here if I was local. read more

Sala Astoria - The goods :) - Spanish Near Me - Astoria, New York

LOVE THIS PLACE! The vibe, food, drinks, EVERYTHING! I have been here numerous times as I live around the neighborhood and each time I come I try to order something new and every single thing on their menu is divine. The consistency of the flavor and quality of the dishes is impeccable. Well worth the money. I highly recommend the Valencia Paella (seafood paella). On Thursday nights they have special pricing on this dish. The patatas bravas are amazing as well and definitely a must. For drinks, I highly recommend the "Ibiza pool" if you like tequila. It used to be on the actual menu but it no longer is---however the bartenders are familiar with it and still make it for me every time I request it. It is so yummy! The service is always top tier. We are typically seated fairly quickly although Friday and Saturday nights, and most evenings when they have happy hour, it can get very very busy. Sala also has a live band and shows certain nights. Makes for such a great vibe. This place gives me a little bit of Spain in Astoria and I love it. This place is well worth a visit if you're in Queens/Astoria. read more

Unbelievable that there were so few tables and the service was terrible. I was expecting more

This is a really good Tapas place. The food was great. I highly recommend the shrimp, scallops, croquettes with ham and the hanger steak. I would skip the canned sardines and roasted Brussels sprouts. The sprouts were not very tasty and the canned sardines is like anything you buy in the market. read more

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We walked in here on a Sunday night because our friend recommended it. It definitely met our expectations! The food came out quickly and were also delicious. We especially liked the calamari (which was a special for the day) and the chicken. They were both very tender and flavorful. I would definitely come back and try more of their dishes. read more

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Came here for early dinner on a Saturday afternoon - before the night rush. Ambiance-wise, this Spanish tapas spot delivers, cozy, with warm lighting, good music selection, and a well-thought-out layout that invites you to settle in for a long meal. Service was friendly and welcoming, but unfortunately, timing was way off. Dishes came out painfully slow and completely out of order, which made it hard to enjoy the meal as intended. As for the food: disappointing overall, with one major exception. The croquettes were the first red flag, when they finally arrived; more like soft, fried balls of béchamel than anything resembling a proper Spanish croquette. If you are going to serve them that way, just call them what they are. Other tapas followed the same pattern, small portions, high prices, and little to remember them by. Then came the roasted chicken. Finally, a dish that showed heart and skill, rustic, soulful, and deeply flavorful. It felt like someone's Spanish abuela had stepped into the kitchen. It saved the night and proved that the chef can cook, when they choose to. Would I go back? Maybe, but not for the tapas. I would return for that chicken and hope the kitchen's timing has improved. read more

A group of us came in on Tuesday night for their Queens event and had such a great time! Really good drinks and food - we loved the gaspacho, croquetas, gambas al ajillo, hanger a la plancha, setas con brie and tequila drinks. The tapas are meant for 2 people so if you have a larger group, definitely order a bit more but everything is fresh and hot outta the kitchen. I did find the hanger a la plancha just a little bit salty but that's just me. Everything else ewas great! Marganzilla is the go to if you love tequila - it's not too strong nor sweet and just has the perfect blend of everything. I think we must have gotten at least 6 of those! Our server - oops didn't catch her name - was really nice! She kept coming around to make sure our drinks were good. Will return for their other items! read more

Amazing food and Sangria! I used to be a regular at the original location in the city and so happy to see it opened again! Try the patatas bravas, bacon dates and goat cheese! Will not disappoint! read more

BloodyMary was disgusting. Everything else was PERFECT! Service was genius, food was everything we expected. The one dessert wasn't authentic. Ambiance is like eating in a garage. Very noisy! read more

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Loved how the moment you walk in it was a big spacious area. Everything here was delicious but the dish that really stood out was the grilled octopus. I've never had it before and it was so delicious. It paired so well with the sauce and potato. They also have events throughout so you should definitely check them out if you're in the area! The servers were really kind and checked in to make sure everything was ok. The food came out pretty quick as well. The calamari here is also a must! read more

Sala Astoria - Spanish Near Me - Astoria, New York

Great place, staff, food and wine. Recently went for a wine tasting and stayed for dinner right after. Bacon covered dates, manchego cheese, chicken breast, steak... all delicious. read more

The negative reviews for this restaurant seem to describe somewhere else. Staff demonstrates remarkable expertise throughout. They select what goes into meals thoughtfully. Good cooking, friendly help. This restaurant has countless excellent qualities. read more

You'll love what's on your plate and appreciate who delivers it. The team offers warm help and their food recommendations hit the mark. Their dishes showcase inventive taste combinations. The atmosphere here is ideal. I'm already anticipating my next meal here. read more

Really delicious tapas menu. The place was packed early in the week so making a reservation is key. Service was as fast as it could be seeing as it looked like one server was handling the entire room. The restaurant is super spacious and had lots of bar seating. Will make a point to come back for seconds here. read more

You're getting true nyc style, food and sincere service. There's a discreet dj that sets up at the bar on the left. Acoustically, I'm never competing. The space fills with lounge music, but it's never too loud to talk and listen. Our second visit was different yet, just as great as the first. We sat at one of the bar's this time to take advantage of the HH menu from 5-7p. Since it was Good Friday we opted for no meat dishes, but oh I hear you iberico ham. This time it was... Empanadillas, four light and airy blazing hot distant cousins to the empanada minus the thick crust. Gambas Al Ajillo again! A must. Queso De Cabra Con Miel, pillowy fried goat cheese goodness with honey not to be missed. Tosta De Heuvos Con Trufa, if you like eggs like we do this is it. And $6 sangrias! Our new place. read more

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Great food, great ambience, impeccable service! This is a great date spot! Food: I'd you are craving tapas, this is an amazing spot to get some. We ordered the croquetas, queso de cabra de miel, pulpo a la plancha, and tortilla espanola. My favorites were the (1) croquetas, which were incredibly creamy (2) the queso de cabra de miel, which had the perfect texture and the honey added so much flavor. The octopus was really well made and the fish came with potatoes (which is why we skipped on the patatas bravas). The tortilla espanola was very fluffy and good. There was no part of this meal that I was disappointed with except for not being able to try more dishes. 4 dishes was more than enough for two people! Ambience: the restaurant is located underneath the train tracks. So you wouldn't assume, the large inviting atmosphere, Sala gives off. We arrived at 6 pm on a Sunday night and it was pretty empty but within 1 hour it started to fill up. They have a large open space with two bars! It had a very upscale vibe! Service: amazing service! The waiter was so attentive that our glass never ran out of water! They gave great recommendations! Price: it's expensive for the sizes but with it and on par with other tapas restaurants in nyc! read more

We came here to try the all night happy hour on Monday. I'm glad we did because the food and drinks were excellent!! We had the pan con tomate which was as good if not the best we've had in NY. Also the tortilla Español was runny just like in Spain. The star and favorite of mine of the night was the suckling pig which I will definitely be back again for more!! read more

This place has an amazing atmosphere and you can tell everything is top of the line when they have a Dyson hand dryer! Food was pretty good and so was the sangria, old fashion was too sweet and even though we ordered the sangria with happy hour prices it was pretty expensive overall. Other than price I think this place is spectacular. read more

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