I was surprised at how much I liked this spot - REALLY REALLY great food here and definitely a great spot for a romantic date night. Half their menu is tapas/small plates which makes it great for people wanting to try a bunch of different dishes. Prices are a bit on the higher side overall but I'd say the quality of the food makes it worth it. The BRAVAS (potatoes with spicy mayo) and PULPO CON PALOMITAS (octopus) are must have small plates. The PANCETA CON CASTANAS (pork belly) dish was pretty good too. The COLIFLOR CON REMOLACHA (cauliflower with sauce) was nothing special and the QUESOS ARTESANALES cheese plate was just alright. The Suckling Pig entree special ($60) was really delicious but seemed a bit over priced to be honest. They have two sangrias here, you want the SANGRIA ROJA. Its delicious. The other is made with grapefruit and it sucks. If you like tres-leches, the "bread pudding" dessert will be right up your alley - really great. Overall I'd recommend it heavily read more

It's a perfect date night spot. We got a table easily for Sat night, but surely didn't get the best table in the restaurant. Good food and killer sangrias to sum up this place. We ordered mostly vegetarian plates. We got the cauliflowers al yogurt, mushroom and asparagus with the spanish rice dish Costra De Calabaza. However, a bit heavier for the pocket. We ended up paying ~70$ between the three of us read more

Had a wonderful experience here tonight. We couldn't stop gushing about the tasty food, delectable sangria and two rounds of dessert! It reminded me so much of Barcelona. We were 3, which became 6. We ordered the patatas bravas, popcorn crusted octopus, pico pico, shaved asparagus salad, yellow fin tuna, grilled eggplant and puff pastry with cheese in a honey olive oil emulsion. Then we ordered the flourless chocolate cake and the Spanish brandy bread pudding. We had to order a round 2 of the bread pudding. The service from the hostess, bartender, manager, waitstaff and even the bus boys were delightful! We loved the ambiance, gorgeous fresh roses, and the music. It's a wonderful date spot. Can't wait to come back. read more

Salinas - Fried artichokes. - Spanish Near Me - New York, New York

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Salinas is a beautifully decorated restaurant. I went early Spring so it was too cold for them to open the back room rooftop but I could just imagine how lovely it must be when they do. They did have the fireplace going in the background of a room filled with aromatic lilies and roses. The tapas, entrees, cocktails, and wines were delicious. Here's what we ordered: Small Plates: - Anchoas Jardinera - The white anchovies were oily and full of flavor, highlighted by the brandade. The toast is small so it is easily bite size. - Cauliflower with yogurt - It seems like a simple dish, roasted cauliflower. But the char was just enough to highlight the depth and creaminess from the the citrus yogurt with pimenton gave it more body. - Tuna toro - This was a way too salty. The fish was overcooked so it wasn't my favorite. We didn't finish this dish before it was taken away. - Pork belly - Cooked to perfection and the kabocha manzanilla was sumptuous and oh so creamy. - Fried artichokes - Another simple dish done very well. I'm assuming the batter was tempura based because it came out thin, crispy, and light. - Octopus - Perfectly cooked and impeccably tender. One of the best octopus dishes I've ever had. - Patatas bravas - These aren't the normal patatas bravas you get at tapa restaurants. These are diced small and crispy all around. The spicy bravas sauce is also addictive, enough kick without overwhelming the dish. - Croquetas - These were so creamy and decadant. We ordered both the special, which was pork (and maybe lamb) and a vegetarian one. They sit on a bed of sauce that made you eat a croqueta just to swipe more of it. Entress: - Seco ($34/person for 4) - This is the show stopper and comes out in a large shallow paella pan. It was so fragrant that the moment it came out, all I could smell was that beautiful seafood aroma. It also came with a skewer per person of one of the largest head-on prawns I've ever seen, octopus tentacle, and a very large sea scallop. Each piece of seafood was cooked to perfection, tender, and deliciously flavorful. This was so good! I wish I had more room in my stomach to eat more. - Dorada a la Sal - The Mediterranean sea bream was a bit underwhelming when it came in the background of the seco for four. But it was nonetheless a delicate fish. The kale was braised and dotted with small diced purple potatoes. I just don't remember much of it since the focus was all on the seco, sorry. Dessert: - Rice pudding - Chocolate torte - Sundae with a merengue - Cake with syringes of syrup The desserts were all a bit too sweet for me and by that time I was too full to eat any more. Overall, Salinas is a beautiful and romantic restaurant for a special occasion. The food and drinks were delicious and the servers were more than accommodating and friendly. read more

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This is by far one of the most beautiful restaurants I have been to. The decor, the music, and the servers who are there but barely there all set a very relaxing and intimate mood. Its like a spa with full course meals. P.s. those beautiful roses they display throughout the place are imported from Ecuador! They're so beautiful and big! The food was quite good, too. I had the European bass which was perfectly tender and seasoned. It came with wilted spinach which tasted a bit bitter unfortunately, but not enough to take away the 5 stars I'm giving this place. Service was great, like I said, the servers were floating around unnoticeably but were there right when you needed them. It was a great experience. Highly recommend it for a special night out! read more

Salinas - European bass; very tasty! I would recommend.. - Spanish Near Me - New York, New York

My gosh this place is gorgeous. I was with a friend scoping out places for a group dinner, and this one popped up on Yelp. We sat in the lounge to grab a bite, you know, for research. We ordered the cucumber gazpacho, croquetas, and boquerones al mojo picon. The food is very good quality and interesting flavors. I liked the boquerones the best. The anchovies with the guacamole was a delicious combination. Loved the aioli that accompanied the croquetas. I found the cucumber gazpacho to be a little too vinegary, but otherwise it was good. The thing that knocks it down a star for me is that the portions are very tiny, especially for the high price tag. Even though we were just ordering a few items to sample, I feel like for an actual dinner, we'd have to order at least 6 dishes for two petite girls to get filled up. Nonetheless, it is a beautiful spot and the service was very good. I would still consider it a good place for a group dinner (as long as everyone can afford it). read more

Salinas - boquerones and croquetas - Spanish Near Me - New York, New York

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My boyfriend and I had a wonderful experience here for our one year anniversary. We had a reservation for 7:30 on Saturday and were offered a seat in the garden area. Absolutely loved how the entire restaurant was adorned with so many roses! The waiter introduced some specials and some recommendations, which was very helpful. We ordered the popcorn octopus, cauliflower with yogurt, and the brown rice lamb cake for our tapas. We decided on the suckling pig for our entree, which was a special that day. We also got a carafe of sangria to share. Octopus was the BEST dish I'd had in a long time. The outside was perfectly crisped and covered with popcorn pieces (super unique) and the meat itself was so tender and had a smoky flavor. Cauliflower was great as well, though not as memorable. Brown rice lamb cake was really excellent too. The lamb flavor definitely came through, and the rice was very rich and smooth almost like a risotto. This was my boyfriend's favorite tapa dish. Sucking pig was incredible. The skin on the outsider was paper thin and crispy, covering the juicy and flavorful meat inside. The fatty flavor was heavenly...my mouth is watering just thinking about it! The sauces that came on the plate ranged from tangy to buttery to herby, and all paired surprisingly well. We didn't realize how expensive it was until we got the bill - $65, yikes! But I'd say it's pretty worth it. Sangria was good but also expensive - $36 for a carafe. It was strong and opaque, unlike most sangria. Also came with a big cube of ice made from the sangria, to prevent diluting of the flavor. I'd say that salinas is my favorite tapas restaurant in NYC so far! Service was also super nice - when we asked the waiter to take a picture of us he even offered me a small rose to put in my hair :) Would definitely recommend this place, and I would return (though not in the super-near future due to the price). read more

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I am so happy I found this restaurant for a girls weekend the city. My mother and I love Spanish food as it brings us back to our trips to Spain. The service and food was excellent. Our server gave us great recommendations. We ended up splitting the bacalao and spartan iberica. Both meals were delicious! We also shared the tapas cauliflower as a light app to start. I would also recommend the muga rioja reserva for wine! As far as the space- This restaurant is beautiful from the Ecuadorian roses to the intimate setting. This spot would be a romantic date night! Highly recommend! read more

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Not much has changed since I was here last in 2013. The ambiance is just so inviting and impressive with all the fresh Ecuadorean flowers everywhere! Upon waking in, I was greeted by the delightful hostess and led to the bar where a very friendly bartender was friendly but not pushy. His poise was perfect - there to be helpful but not to be intimidating so we felt forced to grab drinks before getting seated. Once getting taken to the main dining room- it felt so familiar. The table was flanked on either side by a beautiful wooden divider to give privacy and so the table next to you doesn't intrudt on your conversation. Shockingly enough there was plenty of room and the chairs were oh so plush. The menu was just how I remember it being -- not necessarily each menu item was the same since 3 years ago- but the aura was similar. Everything sounded so good because the components being used to describe the dish left you wanting to taste everything! Ended up ordering 3 small plates (pan seared octopus special, cauliflower in this ridiculous yogurt sauce, and Tuna steak) , 1 rice dish (Arroz Vasco Marino ) and 1 entree (fish of the day- cod with prawns and clams) to feed 3 ladies. We also got 2 desserts - warm coffee-brandy bread pudding and the migas which was chocolate gelato served with these delish cookie crumbs made with olive oil and honey. All the food was yummy... But I was definitely still hungry after the meal. Maybe we should have ordered the patatas bravas too? We also had some really yummy sangria too ($70 for a carafe)!! Gonna say 4 for service. 4 for food. 5 for ambience and decor. It's so intimate and beautiful - go on a date night!! read more

Once again, the HYPE IS REAL!! First off, the decor & the pleasant smell of flowers is to die for! Love it all!! I love flowers and intimate settings. Came here for a late Valentine's Day dinner w| my boyf, brother & bestie. We enjoyed every second we spent here & all of the amazing food that we ate! The services is great and our waitress was knowledgeable and helpful. For appetizers: - grilled octopus - lamb w| mushrooms - pork belly w| baby shrimp - pica pica - cauliflower (w| a delicious sauce) For entrees: (3 out of 4 people) got the special of the day - the slow roasted (for over a day) suckling pig.. it was amazing, melted in your mouth!! The pig came w| a side of salad. I had the sea bass cooked to perfection w| a Mediterranean flare - raisins, pinenuts - on a bed of delicious greens. I do not remember the name of the dessert we had but everything here was amazing and I would highly recommend it. Cannot wait to come back here =D read more

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My boyfriend surprised me on a birthday date to Salinas and I was blown away. From the decor to the food to the service, everything was amazing. Definitely a great intimate date night spot or girlfriends night out dinner. The roses everywhere were overwhelmingly beautiful, so beautiful in fact if you stole one your table would be charged $15 lol as stated on the menu. We both had the Roja sangria which was so delicious and we shared 3 tapas plus had two entrees. Have to say you can't just go off of the name of the food, you have to read the description; took us a while to figure out what we wanted. We had the croquettes, the lambcake and the porkbelly. All were amazing and a must try. For dinner we had the catch of the day which was bass and my date had the grilled chicken- which I favored more. The chicken was so juicy and falling off of the bone. Overall, I love this place and would most definitely come back on another date night with a few friends or a lover! read more

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Really really cute and romantic ambience. Their roses are imported from Ecador once a week so the restaurant is decorated with vases full of them! Highly highly recommend the seco paella SO DELICIOUS and flavorful !!!! It was definitely a lot for 2 ppl but we managed to finish all of it. read more

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So so so good! The staff was extremely welcoming and friendly. Also met the owner, Donald who is the sweetest guy. The atmosphere was perfect for an intimate group dinner on a Saturday. I've been here on a weeknight as well and it was the perfect evening. And the cheesecake... absolutely unreal. It just melts in your mouth. Everything was so fresh and flavorful. My favorite dish was the octopus and the cielos azules is one of my favorite cocktails in NYC. I can't wait to come back. read more

The minute we walked pass the entrance, through the bar into the dining area, we fell in love with this restaurant. There were flowers and candles everywhere and a pink rose on every table. There's a garden in the back of the restaurant with a retractable roof that opens up when the weather is nice. We started off with some jamon iberico and manchego cheese. Both were good and went well with the wine that we ordered. The star of the night was the Foie Gras Terrine, which was amazing!! The terrine was so rich and creamy. The pairing with the quince, which has a pear texture with a coconut taste, and pickled garlic worked very well. The pork belly was a little dry - it seemed that too much fat was rendered and lost. The razor clams were very flavorful but slightly overcooked. Fried crispy artichokes were well seasoned and addictive. The bread pudding was excellent for someone who usually doesn't like the dish. :) Service was good and definitely will go back for the foie gras and the ambiance. read more

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It's seems it's a trend with this restaurant to make mistakes with reservations. It was a big night and a special occasion. The reservation was made almost a month ago and we had proof of the reservation for more than 4 people. We were introduced with "we don't have your reservation and we are really good at responding" of course shaking off any responsibility and not apologizing for the confusion. It was four and we were seated in a table that fit 3 people cramped. We requested another table and when we were moved it came with the disclosure that we had and hour time limit for other people's reservations!!! While we were at the new table. The waiters looked at us as if we were animals at a zoo. Would never recommend this restaurant. It's not worth it. BTW the food was very salty! I expected better. Utter disappointment and ruined our special occasion!! read more

Beautiful place for date night, romantic evening, or quiet dinner with a small group. It's beautifully decorated with fresh roses imported weekly. The Spanish food is delicious, service is great. I'd definitely make reservations. read more

Salinas is way better than I expected! I came here with my girlfriend for a dinner date and we were both very impressed with the superb level of customer service and delightful food. Upon arrival we were warmly greeted by the young lady at the front who was both very polite and welcoming. We were seated at the bar while we waited for our table to be ready which was only a 5 minute wait. The waiters were all very polite and made sure our drinks were always filled. The food was amazing, a lot better than I expected. Having lived in Spain I didn't think I could find a Paella that could reflect such strong Spanish gastronomy in New York. They have really outdone themselves with the flavors they transmit through their food. I was delighted by the Fiesta Paella along with the pork belly croquettes and artichoke. I highly recommend this restaurant for the high quality of food and service. You will not be disappointed. read more

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This has to be one of the best dining experiences I've ever had. The atmosphere was inviting, romantic (full of flowers) and surprisingly casual, which was perfect to have a chitchat with long-lost friends or girlfriends. The service guy was a very nice person, who gave a lot of help to make sure we understood the menu well. And the food was literally beyond my expectation. For cold appetizer, we ordered both the iberico and bellota. Iberico was soft and thinly sliced. It was full of flavor, even more so combining with the biscuit. Bellota was something I haven't tried before, and I had to say it was unique. Different from iberico, it got more texture (dryer) and more intense fragrance. It was meaty, nutty and right in your head. It may not be the dish for everyone, but definitely impressive to me. Because tapas are what we really came for, we tried four tapas but no entrees (maybe next time)! The anchovies are fresh, light, with a little bit acidity, which was what I like. It was just a great combination with crunchy toast. 9/10 Many viewers recommend the popcorn squid, so we tried that as well. The plating was simple and elegant, the squid was not chewy at all, the ink sauce got so much umami flavor, and the citrus balanced the dish well, though I wish the crust had more crispiness. 8.5/10 The blood sausage, squid with poached eggs was a true delight. It got layers and layers of texture, yet no flavors were overpowering. The poached egg was cooked to perfection, bringing this dish together. 9/10 The last tapas was the foie gras, which we've been told was just put in the menu, and thanks god, we made the right choice. It was simply the best foie gras I've ever tasted, super creamy and smooth. Plus, the red wine sauce (not 100% sure) added depth to the whole dish, which brought it to a solid 10/10. Being in a Spanish restaurant, there was no way to ignore the paella. It was an explosion of aroma when the server blended the paella in front of us. Thanks to a variety of ingredients like scallops, prawns and chicken, based on chorizo shrimp broth, this paella had got the complexity in flavors and texture. My personal suggestion with this dish was, try it as soon as it's served, cuz after it loses temperature, the chicken can be unbearably dry. 9/10 Overall, the quality of the food, service and decor was top notch, full five stars! Though the price was not cheap by any means (130pp), it is absolutely worth it read more

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I went to salinas last night with three of my friends. The restaurant is beautiful. There are flowers everywhere. The menu stated the flowers are flown in from Ecuador. The ambience is romantic, but it was still a nice setting for my friends and me. We ordered a few tapas to start: Arroz brut a la plancha - braised lamb and brown rice cake Queso Morarabe- type of cheese pastry. To die for!! Crispy artichokes with lemon aioli Soft shell crab (special of the night) Patatas Bravas- potatoes in sauce All the tapas were delicious! Then, we ordered a risotto with clams, shrimp, and scallops in a broth. That was also delicious. For dessert, we ordered a flourless chocolate pistachio cake and a cheese plate. The service was very good as well. Overall, I loved this restaurant and cannot wait to return!! read more

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Great date spot, especially on a summer night when the roof/back-yard is open. Below what I ordered at a recent dinner: Jamón Serano & Queso Manchego to start. Followed by the Brocoli & cauliflower appetizer and some delicious octopuss "a la plancha". Main course was the fish of the day, a grilled Daurade with a salad on the side. Recommended dessert: the Brandy-flavored caramelized toast with expresso ice-cream. read more

Salinas - Esquire Magazine recognized Salinas as a new favorite hangout venue. - Spanish Near Me - New York, New York

For the ambiance, service and 1 appetizer (lamb and goat ragu) I give a few stars Was not impressed, the flavors we very off chicken was so dry and rice was burnt! I don't understand.. I am from Spain.. there was no authenticity here at all. read more

I'm surprised by all of the reviews on here suggesting that this place is authentic Basque food. The octopus is served with black beans (!), the croquetas were short rib, and the gin and tonics are served in tall collins glasses for god's sake. Also, they ran out of steak for our 8pm dinner reservation, which is like prime time when you should not be running out of anything unless you're creating a fake demand like a Rolo's burger. If you want to call this restaurant's food "fusion," then that would be fine. However, this is hardly authentic Basque cuisine, which is why I'm giving it to 3 stars. I just expected more based on the third-party accolades and Chef Bollo's background - him being from San Sebastian and all, I don't know how he sleeps at night with this menu, lol. Also, the space is very narrow and the music was bumping like a clubby scene, which is fine if you want that sort of thing. I just wasn't expecting it and it's not my preferred dining experience. Overall, a solid 3 - I definitely didn't have any trouble trying to decide between a 3 and a 4. read more

This is a very beautiful restaurant. There are flowers everywhere. The chairs and booths are all very nice. It's very dark inside, a bit too dark in my opinion. It was a little difficult to read the menu. Great romantic spot or even for a girl's night out. We decided to go with the grilled prime rib-eye steak for two. It had a market price of over $100. It's probably the most expensive item on the menu. So if you're ordering steak, be prepare to pay $$$. The steak came with a special sauce. It smelled great with unique flavors. But I didn't love it that much. It was just okay, maybe because I'm use to the classic steak sauce. Although this is not a steak house, they cooked the steak just right. It was medium rare like we had asked. The dish came with a salad with an assortment of vegetables that paired well with the steak. The menu is not extensive. We wanted to order the tapas or Spanish rice, but it didn't appeal to us. So we took a risk and went with the steak, which wasn't bad. The service was a little slow and the steak took awhile. We also ordered dessert, which was pricey. It was ($12) for a little piece of mousse chocolate cake that was overly sweet. read more

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If you like very good Spanish food at high prices served in tiny portions amidst beautiful decor with draconian rez rules, Salinas is the place for you. We scored a table in the coveted back garden room, beautiful intimate space with pink roses and low lighting. Seating was tight with low tables/booths packed together, and the room got noisy as more people arrived. Service was friendly enough. We both started with signature cocktails; mine was pear-based Reina del Huerto, delicious but barely filled to 2/3 of a small glass with a large ice cube taking up much of the real estate @ $18.00. Pulpo con Palomitas appetizer with crunchy topping and squid ink was very good; creamy croquettes were tasty but miniscule. Hubbie's lleuva rice was good but skimpy portion served in a very shallow tin dish. Advertised duck ingredient was invisible to the naked eye. Branzino special was more generous and scrumptious, crispy skin covering tender white meat nestled on a layer of creamy potatoes. Shared a warm chocolate with pistachio ice cream dessert, a happy ending. read more

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I came here to celebrate my mother's birthday and I am SO pleased with how the meal went. First of all, beautiful, fresh roses from Ecuador fill the restaurant, giving it an elegant and luxurious ambiance. My mom is a really picky person so I was relieved when she started taking pictures of the interior décor and commenting on how spacious yet intimate the restaurant was. We ordered the Anchoas Jardinia ($12 anchovies on toast), Pulpo Con Palomitas ($19 octopus), Panceta Al Iberico ($22 pork belly), Berenjena Gratinat ($10 grilled eggplant), Bravas ($9 potatoes), Charcutero ($29 meat board), the Seco Paella for two ($64 seafood paella) and 3 glasses of the Sangria Roja ($36). This was the perfect amount of food for 3 people (we even had leftover bravas and paella to bring home). All the dishes were prepared with so much thought and were brought to the table in a nicely paced fashion. The paella came out last, and it was definitely the highlight of the meal. It was HUGE and so delicious. The seafood was meaty and well prepared. This restaurant may be on the more expensive side, but it is definitely worth it. Also, I would like to note that the ice cube in the Sangria was not water, but frozen Sangria...that shows how much the restaurant cares about the flavors of everything being on point! Love this place, will definitely come back again and hopefully score a table under the retractable roof (although all areas in the restaurant are lovely). read more

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Disappointed at their service. The restaurant forced us to do prix fixe menu for a party of 5. Fine. Then I confirmed with the restaurant several times before the dinner saying it's for a girl's graduation celebration. Then towards the end of dinner, the server just put a candle on our dessert without writing anything on the plate, and asked us "it's for a birthday right?" It wad so awkward. I can't belive how it would happen after I confirmed so many times through phone and emails. We were treating a very important client that day and this totally embrassed me. I will never go back to this place and warn all my friends about this read more

I took my mother here on her birthday and we absolutely loved it, she's usually picky about everything but the food was amazing and the staff was extraordinary. read more

Salinas was wonderful. Beautiful place to relax, wine, dine and toast long standing friendships. We loved all our dishes. The fideos, the roast suckling pig, the bocquerones, quince passionfruit semi freddo w/rice pudding, the quail, fried garbanzo beans, the roasted cauliflower. The owners fell in love with Ibiza, and that love is in the food, in the room. Love the big flower arrangements. read more

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Don't let the "Is this it" entrance fool you. Once through the double doors, you are at one of the best hidden gem of Chelsea. Do make a reservation and do be respectful as the restaurant is cozy (aka small), especially during winter when the garden is closed. The cocktails are heavenly and the mixologist even accepted my challenge and made me the most amazing Jalapeño Margarita. The food though not quite Michelin star caliber is delightful. The only downside for me is the small portions and I felt rather unsatisfied at the end. Of course that could be a function of chef's superb culinary skill having a profound effect on me wanting more. It truly is a lovely place. read more

Salinas - A sexy hidden treasure in Chelsea. - Spanish Near Me - New York, New York

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A wonderful spot in Chelsea for tapas that beats Socarrat hands down. Absolutely beautiful decor - each time I've been the back room is awash with the most spectacular display of roses. The restaurant has a fireplace in the back, and a retractable roof that gives a wonderful garden atmosphere in the summer months. The service is quick and friendly - we let them know we needed to be out by 7:40 to get to a show at the Joyce and they made sure we were all sorted. Top this off with a tempting menu - the artichokes are to die for, pork belly and foie gras are wonderful, the rice with the merguez sauasage and raisins was warm, spicy sweet and savoury all at once. This place is perfect for romance (ask for the corner spot) - and really not utterly budget breaking imho. read more

Salinas - Gorgeous flower display! - Spanish Near Me - New York, New York

This restaurant is over priced. Gave us (group of 4) the same portion as given to party of 2 during my last visit. Drove us out when we tried to complain. The worst experience I've ever had in any restaurant. read more

Salinas - Spanish Near Me - New York, New York

Made reservations for Sunday night during Cinco De Mayo. We arrived a little early but the hostess was friendly and able to prepare our table. The layout of the restaurant is classy and captures the feel of a sophisticated Mediterranean style. The small bar at the front is very inviting. As you walk back into the restaurant, an interesting floral display in the center of the main seating area, combined with low lighting, gave the space a warm feel. Our server, Artan, was very knowledgable about the menu whenever I had a question. Artan's suggestion regarding the wine, Zarate Albariño, was exactly as he described and paired well with my main fish course. All of their wines are from Spain. My friend had a cocktail, the Higo en Sidecar, was an unusual black fig remy martin that ill have to try next visit. I originally wanted the Paella, but I don't eat pork, red meat or chicken and they were not able to accommodate. However, Artan made a smart suggestion for the fish and I was very happy. My friend had the roast sucking pig and said it was out of this world. Artan mentioned that the entrees would take a while to prepare, but we didn't find them taking too long. We enjoyed our tapas and drinks and the wait between courses actually allowed us to savor the tapas without being rushed into the entrees. The service here is top notch. One of the owners, Donald, introduced himself to personally welcome us and even suggested a good club if we wanted to go out later. The support staff was also good at clearing the table and refilling drinks without being intrusive. The hostesses at the front were also very welcoming and thanked us for our business. If you are looking for authentic Spanish cuisine, with high-end friendly service, I highly recommend Salinas. read more

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Went there last night for a birthday dinner and the tapas were absolutely delicious! The decor and atmosphere are gorgeous and the service is great. I recommend it to anyone looking for a great tapas restaurant. Things I loved: the blue crab salad and the paella. The dessertssss Everything is served family style and it's definitely enough for you to have a satisfying meal. read more

Salinas - Spanish Near Me - New York, New York

I'm really looking forward to going back here! The ambiance and vibe are unlike anywhere else in the city. They have the most beautiful roses I've ever seen, I heard it's because they're shipped from South America. The love that is poured into this magical place is very evident. I've been several times and the food did not disappoint. If you can grab a table by the fireplace in the courtyard you will be in heaven. read more

The decoration is so beautiful, especially the back garden. Food: the food is above average but not outstanding. We tried four dishes and two dessert. The wagyu beef is pretty good and the seco is classic. Just one problem about the dessert menu: more than half of the desserts contains chocolate(or cocoa). My husband is allergy to cocoa, so he doesn't have much choice. Environment: so beautiful and elegant, totally my type. Really nice place for dating. Service: good. They check you couple times and keep the table clean. And they never let us wait long when we need something. Overall: highly recommend for couples and girls hangout read more

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So my dinner companion turned from 1 into 2 and I couldn't have been happier. But that meant instead of 7 pm resi that I made it became an 8. The space itself is small and unassuming until you step inside. There is a waterfall by the bar. Then there is seating in the front by the window. And if you venture past the hostess stand the dining room lay before you a swarm of business and content eating patrons. The place is busy but does not seem crowded or uncomfortable as some spaces often can be. I was also told that the back has a retractable roof and can be an indoor outdoor space when the weather is warmer. The hostesses were more than accommodating and even offered to seat me @ my table if I didn't want to sit alone @ the bar. I was on time and opted for the bar to wait for my pplz. While there I learned that the bartender makes his own infusion. I tried the Higo en Sidecar and the La Mora both which were amazing same as the service and the company. The bartender was engaging but still managed to be exact in his pours as he used the jigger for each of his pours despite being an obviously seasoned professional. He even personally brought the Sangria to the table when I ordered one later. The waitress was extremely accommodating and triple checked on potential allergy triggers. The bathroom had fresh lilies was super clean and smelled amazing. For apps we had the: 1) shrimp- gambas al ajillo 2)the coles and coliflor 3) and the queso al horno aka the cheese dish All of which were delicious simple and well executed the way food ought to be! For entrees we decided on the De Cordero and the Pescado del Dia. The pasta dish was not heavy nor saucy but still well flavored and balanced. Certainly enough to share. And the fish was fresh and cooked to perfection. Sadly we did not have room for dessert but that just gives us another reason to come back. read more

Salinas.....where do I begin? You are beautiful, sensual and elegant and among the other Chelsea Bistro's you were on the top of my list because of the unique design and decor, not to mention the seductive gate that bars the restaurant from the street. On a late Monday night a close friend of mine and I wandered into Salinas and were pleasantly greeted by the ma'jor'dee. There was no wait and we were led through the dimly lit walk-way through the front dining area into the middle into a room adorned with red and yellow roses on the tables and white long stem lillies in vases. Such a romantic ambiance I could only imagine what the place would look like on Valentines Day. We had some tea to start with and the pesto bread which was warm and very tasty. ( My favorite of the night) For our meal we had the Arroz de Verduras. This dish was not very good in my opinion. The rice seemed too soggy and not fresh. I think this may have been since it was late at night and we got the scraps. ( forgive me for that perspective, but I can't help but think this). The Cana Al Horno was much better but still a little bland. I want to give Salinas a second chance, but first impressions are a big deal. Due to the convenience of its location I think I can get this opportunity and update you guys on how that goes. Until next time.... read more

Incredible service! Hosted a private dinner here. For a little over a month was in constant contact with reservation staff and their sweet manager Amanda with menu changes, guest count, menu details etc. Every time I was replied back quickly and courteously! Upon arrival our party was greeted kindly, our service staff was incredibly professional all this and their gorgeous setting only added to how delicious the food was. We ordered a cake from their pastry chef and it was delicious! read more

Salinas - A happy birthday boy! - Spanish Near Me - New York, New York

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First off, friendly service. I wouldn't say everyone is well trained in serving but it's the friendliness of the server that makes my day, any day. Before I start jibber jabbering about the atmosphere or roominess, let me start with the food: GREAT PAELLA. It's got the crisp on the bottom of the pan and the rice is slightly harder-than-usual with fresh mussel, shrimp and meat. I personally think this is the best paella in the city, because I hate when chefs make the rice so soft that it clumps together like mush. I know others like it, and that's great, but the texture to me is just less...explosive? flavorful? Just try it and you'll see. Remember though, if you like soft rice, then this isn't the paella for you! Also try the expensive, but so worth it, squid balls! Crunchy on the outside and almost chowder-like on the inside. Finally, I didn't get into the back side of the restaurant because we were walk ins. We sat at the lounge area. FYI reallllly crowded in there. You might want to think twice if you don't like jabbing or being jabbed by ppl next to you. It's a nice (expensive) date place because it's next to a great speakeasy and a club two blocks down! Eat, drink and play my fellow yelpers! read more

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What a great spanish tapas restaurant in chelsea!! The place is very romantic with roses and candle lights all around the restaurant. If this is how Spain is like, I need to go.. the red wine sangria was great, and so is every single dish we ordered. Octopus special - Octopus was amazing! Not chewy at all and the sauce was amazing. Croquetas - a must order Octopus popcorn with squid ink - I love octopus so more octopus the better. It was a popcorn octopus so resembles popcorn chicken but with octopus, and again the sauce was delicious. Anchovies - good, but the least favorite of the night Patatas Bravas - very good and addicting! Paella - $30 per person for 2.. a good order it if in a group setting. read more

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