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Calle Ocho

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Cuban Restaurant and Breakfast Spot$$$$

Upper West Side, New York

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Calle Ocho

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KarenJanuary 2, 2018
The brunch here is so good, with so many sangria types (unlimited!) to choose from. Recommendation: reserve brunch weeks in advance on OpenTable. They get full fast - no reservation means no brunch.
kris g.June 10, 2016
The food completely changed after almost 3 years. 1st & 2nd times the food was great. Now the only thing good is the bread which you can buy at a Colombian bakery. Also flank is not skirt steak. 😟😔
Danielle FSeptember 1, 2011
Unlimited Sangria @ brunch. Server is aloud to cut you off so it usually caps at 3-4. Don't be fooled tho, these puppies are 20oz of deliciousness and they have a wide variety of whites and reds!
Stephanie DeDeckerSeptember 16, 2017
One of the best brunch deals! Unlimited Sangria w/ purchase and boy do they pack a punch. Usually takes a month to get a reservation but the bar seats are a great option for small parties 🎉
Ina LiSeptember 19, 2016
Love their grilled octopus tapas. The paella is good for two people to share if you are not too hungry. The bill comes down to around 30-50 per person
Jackie GApril 15, 2017
Great fresh Mexican food and bottomless sangria! It is strong. They will make you finish one glass before you have the next. The price cannot be beat. Sangria is included in the meal!
Rewan PartiMay 25, 2015
One of the only places in NY where you get bottomless sangria complimentary with your meal. Try the tropical and samba. Also do order the skirt steak with egg. It is delicious!
Robin ZNovember 26, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Come for weekend brunch. Delicious food and all you can drink sangria (8 different flavors!) for about $25 each. Make a reservation in advance, this place is very popular!
PatrickFebruary 8, 2015
It's not truly Cuban food. Really more pan Latin if that's a thing, but it's still amazing. I'd recommend the Harlem Sangria. All of the entries I've tried are terrific as well.
Danielle DavisAugust 21, 2014
Best bottomless brunch deal in town -- make a reservation ages in advance if you want a spot! Delicious food at a great value with amazing service - the trifecta!! A gem.
SaeedSeptember 13, 2017
there we had Paella, calamari Frito, grilled octopus and..., all were greatly delicious👍🏻👍🏻🤤🤤 also Mela for drink is fantastic
Herve LarrenFebruary 28, 2017
Had a great experience here. You do have to make a reservation about a month in advance, but the table was ready and the waiter brought out different bread/bakery samples which was nice.
Nicolette RomeroNovember 30, 2014
Come here for your next boozy brunch. The vaca frita will not disappoint and the portion is huge! Wash it down with 3-4 glasses of the blanca sangria. Trust me, you'll leave boozy!
Joon PakMay 18, 2015
Came here with a very large group for a birthday party and was not disappointed. Excellent service, excellent food and overall great time. Will definitely be coming back.
Percy HolmesApril 21, 2019
Brunch baby!! It's all about the brunch experience. I highly recommend Calle Ocho. Their shrimp and grits brunch dish is amazing. Their unlimited sangria is a must.
Kate GomesMay 2, 2015
One of the best meals I have had in a long time. Everyone is right about the bread - but don't worry it arrives automatically. Try the date appetiser - blew our minds!
Valerie SJanuary 30, 2018
Bottomless sangria? Yes please! Delicious fruity flavors pack a punch. Brunch food is above and beyond expectations, too.
Jonathan ScottAugust 13, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Book your brunch reservation at least a month in advance. Sangria keeps coming in as long as you're not sloppy and have food on your plate. Visit the nearby dog park after to satisfy your buzz.
Ms HeleneFebruary 12, 2017
Share appetizers and a pitcher of sangria $42. Ceviche micro and lobster poached then crispy calamari and side of rice and beans. Skip the grilled octopus.
Mike ChauDecember 22, 2013
Try the Vaca Frita Al Caballo - Cuban style skirt steak, Latin pork fried rice, fried egg and avocado. So good.
Evan ChenJuly 27, 2014
The food was great and the price is right for the amount of food you get. Try their Paella...it's amazing and delicious!
Kailin VillamarFebruary 28, 2015
Had an amazing 25th bday celebration at calle ocho. Amazingly good food and great service. Plus who doesn't love 12 types of sangria?
Tracey ChurrayApril 13, 2014
Very very good brunch. All you can drink sangria bar comes free with your entree. The Latin Benedict was amazing. Make a reservation, they fill up fast!
Alberto SimonFebruary 23, 2016
Great sangria and tasty dishes. Also great flan.
Melanie MenaApril 21, 2015
amazing brunch , they have a great selection of sangria , try the tropical !!! Can't get any better than this place !
TerrellJanuary 7, 2014
Deal: Latin fusion entrées are roughly $15 and includes unlimited sangria. The drink special lasts until you finish your food. Bonus: It’s located right by Central Park.
Jackie ToddOctober 18, 2016
Pollo Ranchero was delicious. 2nd time here and both have been great. The sangria does not disappoint. Worth the early reservation.
The Corcoran GroupNovember 14, 2011
Go for brunch and enjoy complimentary sangria during your meal. Try the Currito Sucio or the Frita Cubana. If you stay too long (or drink too much), they will ask you to leave.
Kamaria MionDecember 5, 2016
Latin Benedict was delicious. Portions are a little pricey for their size but more than made up for by the very large complimentary sangrias.
Lady BlackMarch 21, 2013
I miss the larger space, but the intimate atmosphere makes up for it. They bring you your sangria now. No more waiting in line/ silently raging because someone is pouring their sangria wrong.
Theresa RoldanAugust 21, 2014
All the hype around brunch - yea, that's all true. If you can manage to squeeze onto the long wait list, it's definitely worth a trip to the upper west side
Colin LeeJune 26, 2016
Come early (before noon) if you don't have reservations. Gallitos (tacos) is a good option for 2 ppl to share an entree
Lydia PerezMarch 7, 2013
IF you get here right as they open with a small party they will usually seat you without a brunch reservation on weekends. You can also sit in the lounge without a reservation.
AnissaDecember 3, 2015
Good bread, brunch and sangria! If you don't have a reservation, try sitting at the bar!
Jordan MSeptember 20, 2011
Amazing weekend brunch - $15 for an entree and all you can drink sangria. Definitely get there early (they open at noon and get packed quickly)
Connie ChiuOctober 22, 2016
Best AYCD brunch sangrias. The cheesy bread is the best I've ever ever ever had. I can eat those forever
Erik CintronMay 30, 2012
Nice place good food and good decor lounge area is really cool if you dont want to eat. Inside of a hotel so u know it's fancy, had better spanish but a nice first date spot
Elle F.October 11, 2016
Excellent Complimentary Assorted Breads with Strawberry Butter. Free Bottomless (Large Variety) Sangria During Brunch.
Mehrnaz MSeptember 16, 2017
The paella was fantastic. Loved the calamari! All foods were great. Service was fast. The service was on the bill.
Makeda J.February 18, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Great Spot. Delish food...Awesome decor... Wonderful service.... Fun music... Sundays Unlimited Sangria...All Day!!!!!!!!!
Anechka M.November 15, 2015
Mmm great Latin American flavor. Love the attitude and service as well!
MeCritic.comNovember 26, 2011
Probably my favorite restaurant in the city. Great food, creative drinks, and an amazing dining room make this a place must visit. http://www.mecritic.com/places/place/4823/Calle-Ocho
Alex RobertsonMay 14, 2017
brunch is fun with the complementary sangrias but I think we agreed the food is only sorta tasty and not that impressive
Julie AvraMay 14, 2017
I was disappointed. The sangria was sweet and free. The atmosphere is nice though you'd have to come right at 12 for brunch. The food was mediocre at best- my shrimp and grits was swimming in sauce.
Shannon OttoFebruary 10, 2013
Been here 5+ times
The best food I've ever had at a place with unlimited drinks. Go early and eat your food slowly for the most sangria for your buck
soulatinoMay 22, 2012
The Huachinango ceviche, with snapper, mango and cilantro, is light and delicate; conversely, for an appetizer, the Arepa is dense and a meal in itself. Full review link: Read more
Ashley BlackmonJune 23, 2013
The mini bread basket is amazing! And the food was relatively decent/inexpensive ~$18 for an entree and an unlimited variety sangria!
Brigitte PerezMarch 24, 2015
$5 mojitos every Monday from 5:30pm-10:30pm. House bread is AMAZING! Their black bean spread for it oh god!
Lala LopezSeptember 13, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Favorite Upper West Side Drunch Spot. Cheap & the sangria keeps flowing throughout the duration of your meal. The food and portions aren't the greatest but cocktails make up for it.
Nicole ChecoSeptember 5, 2015
Their food is so yummy. I loved it! And whos not happy when you have unlimited sangrias brunch?💜

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