The iconic original Boqueria. Spanish tapas, paella, and sangría fill a lively space perfect for brunch, dinner, or happy hour near Union Square and Madison Square Park.
Customers consistently praised the delicious and authentic Spanish tapas, with specific mentions of standout dishes like patatas bravas and paella.
Service
The staff received high marks for being friendly, attentive, and accommodating, although there were a few isolated complaints about service during busy times.
Atmosphere
The restaurant is noted for its cozy and lively ambiance, making it a great spot for dining and socializing, despite some comments about noise levels.
Value
Many reviews highlighted the reasonable pricing for the quality of food and service, making it a popular choice for both casual dining and special occasions.
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Kevin Lopez
3 days ago
5.0
Wonderful service, exceptional food, amazing ambiance. Wendy and Alexia took care of us, she was PHENOMENAL and one of the reasons we’re coming back is because of them.
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Molly Chen
5 days ago
4.0
2nd Boqueria I visited in the city. I used to go to SOHO when I craving tapas. The parades still a little bit over cooked but I still love it & the Octopus a little bit missed tenderness. Other than that Shishito peppers always my favorite. I never can figure how they can be green and cooked at the same time.
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Betsy Cruz
Dec 30, 2025
5.0
I got the Classics under the Chef Menu and it did not disappoint. The dishes were delicious and it was a great opportunity to try new things. I loved every dish but the patatas bravas are the chef’s kiss. In addition, the staff are friendly and customer service went above and beyond. I would absolutely love to return.
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erin oreilly
Dec 24, 2025
5.0
I came here with my parents for lunch on Christmas Eve. We were SO well taken care of! The staff was super attentive, the food was great, and the ambiance was so warm and homey. Maria (the GM) is so kind and you can tell she takes care of her staff like family, and that feeling of being genuinely taken care of is passed down to the guest. It was such a beautiful dining experience for us❤️
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Jorge Talavera
Dec 14, 2025
1.0
I’ve been here twice. The first time was great, but the second time the service was terrible.
We were discussing which appetizers to order and also talking about the paella. As soon as we mentioned Paella, the waiter interrupted us and told us to choose another option because it would take too long since they were busy One thing is making a suggestion, another is having an attitude and essentially preventing us from ordering the dish we wanted, especially since that was the main reason we came to this place.
At the end, I asked if we could get a chocolate tarta vasca with a candle since it was my friend’s birthday. The waitress said it would take too long and that the restaurant was too packed to do that (My friend even wrote in the reservation that it was for a birthday). I was so confused and shocked that I didn’t say anything, we simply paid and left, very disappointed.
(And then servers complain when customers leave very small tips or no tip at all)