Alta
Tapas Restaurant, Mediterranean Restaurant, and Cocktail Bar$$$$
Greenwich Village, New York
Go here. Experience the tapas. It's worth it.
"The whole shebang is definitely worth it!"(18 Tips)
"Lamb meatballs and spaghetti pepperoncini are amazing."(23 Tips)
"Bacon wrapped dates and crispy Brussels sprouts are delicious!"(10 Tips)
"Tapas, bacon wrapped dates, good wine selection"(13 Tips)
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Ankush BhatiaApril 18, 2013Get the short ribs over beet pasta, spaghetti pepperoncini, goat cheese balls, lamb meatballs, octopus salad, brussel sprouts and the mussels! #winners
Jason GelmanJuly 1, 2012Try the avocado filled with crab and shrimp meat. Really good. Also loved the scallops, and the rabbit empanada + rabbit chorizo dish if youre feeling adventurous.
Mubarak AhmedJuly 15, 2016Great for dates... Tapas are awesome, a bit pricey, but the ambiance is awesome.
TiffanySeptember 1, 2015We got 6 dishes to share among 4 people and the amount was just right. Try the paella and mussels they were both great!
Stef SpitalnickOctober 24, 2012Hard to find, but tragic to miss! Get the brussel sprouts, pulled pork empanadas, philly surprise, goat cheese with lavender honey, calamari...I could go on.
Lauren SmithMarch 29, 2015Everything was cooked to perfection! A few of my faves were the brussels sprouts, pulled pork empanadas and the hanger steak.- Alex CavoulacosSeptember 1, 2017They have an option to get one of everything on the menu, which feeds 8-10 people and is a real deal!
Ruben GuerreroAugust 24, 2013Really beautiful restaurant with lots of little rooms and nooks, great for a date. All tapas, so fun to go and share a bunch of food. $$$$
Chris EvansJuly 23, 2014Amazing tapas. Downstairs gets pretty loud and rowdy. If you are 8+ people just go for the whole-shebang deal. It'll end up costing less. Somehow.
Sonny KwokDecember 28, 2017Very nice atmosphere, bartender was great and they have happy hour, but tapas items can be a hit or miss
Nate TDecember 8, 2015This place is amazing. Tucked in a renovated brownstone with no sign in front. Delicious food. A hidden treasure.- Nate BeattyApril 5, 2015Amazing hidden spot. Walk into the bar and keep walking to the dining room. Big, but still cozy two floors.
Josh FerryApril 24, 2017Group of 9 rather boisterous friends and I had a fantastic time here and left planning a trip back. You won't regret it. Go.
Hands down, my favorite restaurant in NYC. The brussel sprouts, avocado & crabmeat, lamb meatballs, bacon wrapped dates, the list goes on forever, just like their menu.
Vanessa RuedaAugust 31, 2016they offer an amazing basil ice cream dessert. Also the beets salad is good. Varied vegetarian options
JM ParveauxMay 5, 2015Charming tapas place. Gnocchi were amazing and special beef w/ smoked tomato sauce was out of this world!
Christine EspinozaJanuary 6, 2013Brussels Sprouts & Fried Goat Cheese Balls: order plenty of both for the table (extra if you're whole shebangin'). Red sangria is delicious.
Corey WallApril 10, 20128 of us ordered The Whole Shebang: $480 gets you everything on the menu. can't help but giggle with excitement/chaotic delight as each dish is served rapid fire & fought over (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
Rob LongertNovember 20, 2011Get the fried goat cheese balls, lamb meatballs, pizza, spaghetti, bacon wrapped dates and olives, empanadas, chicken wings and pretty much anything else on the menu!
Amy TremmelAugust 12, 2015Hidden gem with a super cute atmosphere, fantastic small plates and reasonable prices. Great for dates!
JaimMay 28, 2016Must try - Braised short rib, paella, mozzarella, foie gras, seared scallops, brussel sprouts.
Rolando MurilloMay 14, 2017Definitely go for the pork empanadas and give the paella a shot. Focaccia bread is tasty as well
Andrew BurchJanuary 28, 2013Maybe the best tapas in the US. Try Brussels sprouts, bleu cheese gnocchi, fried goat cheese and the molten chocolate cake!
Greg ShawOctober 30, 2010Excellent restaurant & service! Try the Brussels sprouts--Also had the fried goat cheese with lavender honey (sooo good), the angus sliders, sweet potato ravioli & the pear coffee cake for dessert!
Xenios ThrasyvoulouDecember 18, 2014Amazing place. The spicy margaritas, rock, as does the food! Cozy, cute, buzzy and fun. Cant go wrong
Lawrence LenihanFebruary 8, 2012Very solid. Better places in the city (txito in Chelsea for example). Enjoyable tho. Great wings. Good sliders, Brussel sprouts. Average empanadas. (2 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more- Valentin GuerinMarch 14, 2015A good tapas place, not typical Spanish tapas, but still good. Nice place with a fireplace, could be a dating spot!
Dina RughaniNovember 29, 2014Everything is delicious..the shrimp, goat cheese balls, lamb chops, and all the veggies are nice As well
Mark LagolaMay 20, 2013This place only takes cash and American Express (!). If you don't have either be prepared to take a quick jaunt to the ATM down the block like I had to do. Good food though. Brussels sprouts ++
Raquelle JessieMarch 14, 2015GET THE SALMON TARTARE AND follow up with the sticky toffee bread pudding. GORGEOUS restaurant
Ken CrearyApril 22, 2016Wonderful gem in the neighborhood! The food was excellent and the service outstanding
Kristen PeiranoDecember 28, 2014Everything is delicious minus the mussels. Mussels are made in a lobster broth so very fishy
Raphie SyedJanuary 22, 2018Housemade Parker house rolls + Brussels sprouts + grilled skirt steak + lamb meatballs
Paige SherylJune 22, 2018FYI Amex and Cash only!! Can’t punch your card number in...had to run out to get cash. Otherwise amazing food.
Gretchen AltmanOctober 13, 2015Great ginger mojito, grilled octopus, fried goat cheese. Good for a group but call ahead.
Chelsea BalkanDecember 1, 2012Fabulist: goat cheese balls, lamb meatballs, Brussels sprouts (2x), empanadas, calamari salad, paella, flat bread pizza
You must order the Philadelphia Surprise and Goat Cheese Balls with Lavender Infused Honey. I dream about this food.
JulieOctober 14, 2012Best Brussels sprouts in the world! This place makes it easy to adore veggies! Beer battered corn is as heavenly as it sounds!
Joe OJune 21, 2015Worth a second trip, but maybe just to the bar. Get the wild boar belly, skip the asparagus
If you can, get Jeremy as your waiter. He knows the menu well and made some great suggestions we would not have tried otherwise.
Elizabeth IrizNovember 12, 2012First place I had brussel sprouts, only place I want to have brussel sprouts. Amazing and a must have!- Yoko YasudaDecember 9, 2014Bacon wrapped dates and crispy Brussels sprouts are delicious! Nice atmosphere too.
W KJuly 4, 2012Order the meatballs--the sauce is ridic. And get the shortribs. So amazingly tendor and perfect with the pasta
BiancaOctober 24, 2012Try to get a seat upstairs and definitely order the Brussels sprouts. The lamb meatballs were delicious too.
KevskiAugust 16, 2017Try something else if you're hungry. It's good but very small portions, and not worth the price tag. There are tons of other amazing places nearby...
Denis SosnovtsevSeptember 15, 2012Food - everything is even better than it sounds. Cocktails - everything sounds amazing but is generic. Get a dessert.
Courtney R.August 3, 2014Get The Whole Shebang. With a group of 9 people no one left hungry. It's a great option for a birthday dinner!
Rafi SyedAugust 7, 2014Get the whole shebang, add extra smoked mozzarella and extra sliders and you're good.
Kate RitchieMarch 25, 2012Wonderful tapas spot. Go with a large group, get a ginger mojito and make sure you order the Brussel sprouts
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- Mon–Thu
- 6:00 PM–11:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 5:30 PM–Midnight
- Sun
- 6:00 PM–10:30 PM
(212) 505-7777
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Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
No
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Restroom
Yes
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Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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