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Alta

Alta

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Tapas Restaurant, Mediterranean Restaurant, and Cocktail Bar$$$$
Greenwich Village, New York
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    This place is famous for their tapas. It's one of the most popular in the city!
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    Amanda N.
    "The whole shebang is definitely worth it!"(18 Tips)
    Frank D.
    "Lamb meatballs and spaghetti pepperoncini are amazing."(23 Tips)
    Yoko Y.
    "Bacon wrapped dates and crispy Brussels sprouts are delicious!"(10 Tips)
    Amee S.
    "Tapas, bacon wrapped dates, good wine selection"(13 Tips)
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  • Stacey B.
    Stacey BresslerAugust 21, 2012
    Everything Chef Harrison Mosher cooks is fabulous. Some favorites are Brussel sprouts, short ribs , calamari!
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    AditiFebruary 1, 2016
    Everything on this menu is perfection
  • Lauren B.
    Lauren BroughtonJanuary 22, 2010
    The brussel sprouts can convert non-veggie eaters! And leave room for dessert - the apple tart was beautifully presented and delicious (though a small portion). Molten chocolate was nice too!
  • Diego R.heart icon on user image
    Diego RecondoOctober 12, 2014
    The so-called "paella" was very good, even if it has little to do with the real one
  • Rafi S.heart icon on user image
    Rafi SyedAugust 7, 2014
    Get the whole shebang, add extra smoked mozzarella and extra sliders and you're good.
  • Bianca
    BiancaOctober 24, 2012
    Try to get a seat upstairs and definitely order the Brussels sprouts. The lamb meatballs were delicious too.
  • Abdullatif A.
    Abdullatif ANovember 8, 2014
    One of the best Tapas in Manhattan. Just try every thing.
  • Denis S.heart icon on user image
    Denis SosnovtsevSeptember 15, 2012
    Food - everything is even better than it sounds. Cocktails - everything sounds amazing but is generic. Get a dessert.
  • Gordon M.
    Gordon MeiJune 4, 2014
    If you're feeling seafood, try the PEI mussels with its harissa lobster broth.
  • Miss G.
    Miss GoWhitelyApril 10, 2011
    Order as follows: Brussels sprouts, prosciutto wrapped dates/olives, gnocchi, bruschetta, tuna tartar, walk vegetable salad. Skirt steak > short ribs
  • Rob P.
    Rob PrattFebruary 28, 2014
    The seared wild mushrooms were better than the crispy brussels sprouts. Highly recommended.
  • Alicia B.
    Alicia BenjaminSeptember 17, 2011
    You'll hate yourself if you dine here and don't try their fried goat cheese with lavender-infused honey and their amazing Brussels sprouts.
  • Rebecah R.
    Rebecah ReillyJanuary 28, 2016
    The banana s'mores dessert is one of the best desserts I've ever had. Epic.
  • Stephanie R.heart icon on user image
    Stephanie RivkinJanuary 30, 2015
    Unreal Brussels sprouts. Delicious drinks. Everything is wonderful!
  • Nikki 🌺
    Nikki 🌺February 2, 2011
    Order the Bacon wrapped dates, almond stuffed olives, lavender goat cheese, broccoli rabe, and Brussel sprouts. Heaven will explode in your mouth.
  • Samantha R.heart icon on user image
    Samantha RodríguezJanuary 20, 2016
    Bacon wrapped dates, paella, goat cheese balls, and Brussels sprouts! Don't get the scallops, super small portion and only okay
  • Joe O.heart icon on user image
    Joe OJune 21, 2015
    Worth a second trip, but maybe just to the bar. Get the wild boar belly, skip the asparagus
  • Wynoami G.
    Wynoami GlasserFebruary 16, 2010
    The lamb meatballs over butternut squash purée will explode your brain. Best spinach dip I ever had loaded with garlic, smoked paprika and topped with poached egg.Tell Shawn Joe and Noami sent you.
  • W K.
    W KJuly 4, 2012
    Order the meatballs--the sauce is ridic. And get the shortribs. So amazingly tendor and perfect with the pasta
  • Laila F.heart icon on user image
    Laila F.July 27, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    The lower two floors are great for lively crowd energy, but if you're in the mood for quiet or on a date, ask for the third floor.
  • Frank D.heart icon on user image
    Frank DenbowJanuary 16, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Lamb meatballs and spaghetti pepperoncini are amazing. Amex / cash only though so be ready.
  • Kevskiheart icon on user image
    KevskiAugust 16, 2017
    Try 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...
  • Ashley
    AshleyMarch 23, 2013
    Goat cheese balls, Brussels sprouts and short rib. Best tapas in NYC
  • Jeffrey K.heart icon on user image
    Jeffrey KaoNovember 17, 2014
    While the whole shebang sounds impressive (and it is), it's probably better to order individual dishes and savour the dishes.
  • Ashley C.
    Ashley ChanJune 19, 2017
    Food was not bad, but it was unsettling that half the dishes were served within a minute of ordering. Romantic environment. I'd recommend the octopus and lamb meatballs, but probably wouldn't return.
  • John M.heart icon on user image
    John MMarch 27, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    If you can, get Jeremy as your waiter. He knows the menu well and made some great suggestions we would not have tried otherwise.
  • Marianna
    MariannaApril 7, 2010
    Linger over tapas in the upper alcove at Alta. Get brussel sprouts with apple and pistacio, lamb meatballs, PEI mussels, and the Torija for dessert -- sublime.
  • Lora
    LoraJuly 18, 2015
    Then entrance has a secret garden feel. Inside, so warm, so romantic.
  • Karen Z.
    Karen ZSeptember 23, 2012
    Brussels sprouts... Goooood. Mushroom pizza... Gooood. Friend goat cheese... Goood. Sea bass.... Gooood.
  • Darian Symoné H.
    Darian Symoné HarvinDecember 17, 2011
    Everyone one is mentioning the goat cheese and Brussels sprouts...I'd like to call attention to the lamb meatballs. Love em.
  • Pooja Y.
    Pooja YabannavarFebruary 24, 2013
    Lamb meatballs, smoked mozzarella, brussels sprouts, octopus and fried goat cheese - yummm
  • Cheryl C.heart icon on user image
    Cheryl ChoMarch 3, 2015
    Amazing. Must get the Brussel sprouts and the spaghetti
  • Amee S.heart icon on user image
    Amee ShahAugust 26, 2016
    Tapas, bacon wrapped dates, good wine selection
  • Amanda A.
    Amanda AlbergoApril 6, 2010
    Best tapas in the city I've found so far. Brussels sprouts, spaghetti, pork empanadas, tuna tartare and cheese plates. Skip the gnoochi and dessert.
  • Assedo
    AssedoJuly 12, 2013
    Brussel sprouts, Moroccans lamb tagline, short ribs are the favorites.
  • Desmond F.heart icon on user image
    Desmond FooApril 10, 2017
    The best brussels sprouts
  • Neha N.
    Neha NarulaMay 14, 2013
    Brussels sprouts are overrated. The couscous dish and the fried goat cheese balls were awesome.
  • Clyde Erwin B.
    I'm not a big fan of tapas, but the Sangria here tastes delicious!
  • Dan H.heart icon on user image
    Dan HollandMarch 17, 2019
    Fried goats cheese and the Brussels sprouts stole the show
  • Melea S.heart icon on user image
    Melea S.April 17, 2013
    Goat cheese with lavendar honey. It's the deal. Start and end with that.
  • Abbyheart icon on user image
    AbbyMay 27, 2016
    great atmosphere for a date or small group
  • Evan S.heart icon on user image
    Evan SchwartzMarch 5, 2016
    Tapas, Brussels sprouts, gnocchi, rioja wine
  • Theresa I.heart icon on user image
    Theresa IrvineNovember 10, 2014
    Neighborhood gem! Make sure to bring cash as they only take Amex!
  • Nicoleheart icon on user image
    NicoleMarch 22, 2015
    Cant go wrong with anything on the menu. Or the sangria.
  • Zach W.
    Zach WestJanuary 5, 2015
    Make a reservation in the balcony area if it's available
  • Public House W.
    Public House WineAugust 12, 2014
    The whole shebang may cost $400 but it feeds 10. Splurge next time the parents are in town.
  • Kevin B.
    Kevin BeattyJanuary 5, 2012
    Some of the best tapas in NYC. Bacon wrapped olives and dates are a must.
  • Kevin T.
    Kevin TolliverJuly 26, 2015
    Ambiance better than the food, bacon wrapped dates were best part
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    AlleycatSeptember 29, 2013
    This place is soooo good! Talk about a Spanish renaissance hidden gem of NYC
  • Tory S.
    Tory SambucaDecember 14, 2013
    The bast tapas In the city!foi gra Olso great !
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