Alcala

4.7

611 Reviews

$31 to $50

Spanish

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 7 times today

Good for business meals
Charming
Good for groups

Alcala is a smaller, more intimate restaurant near the U.N. which serves food from the Basque region of Spain. Alcala creates an elegant and romantic setting while still maintaining an overall casual atmosphere.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Spanish, Latin / Spanish, Comfort Food
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00–16:30 Dinner Mon–Fri 17:00–23:00 Sat, Sun 17:30–23:00
Phone number
(212) 370-1866
Website
http://www.alcalarestaurantnyc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Jesus Martinez
Catering
Inquire about catering options at www.alcalarestaurantnyc.com/contact
Private party facilities
Inquire about hosting a private event at Alcala at www.alcalarestaurantnyc.com/contact

Location
246 East 44th Street, New York, NY 10017
Area
Midtown East
Cross Street
2nd Avenue
Parking details
Street Parking and a nearby Parking Lot are available.
Public transit
Subways: 4, 5, 6 or 7 train to Grand Central
Additional
Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Gambas al AjilloUS$12.00
Shrimp on sizzling garlic sauce
Crepes de Setas y JamónUS$12.00
Crèpes of Tetilla cheese and mushrooms with Ibérico Serrano ham
Pimientos con BacalaoUS$12.00
Red Piquillo peppers stuffed with codfish on Salsa Vizcaína
Chipirones en su TintaUS$12.00
Baby squid on its black ink sauce
CanelonesUS$12.00
Spinach and shrimp cannelloni with tomato and Bechamel sauce
AlbondigasUS$10.00
Meatballs in Sherry wine sauce
Tortilla de PatatasUS$7.00
Spanish omelet with potatoes & onions
Espárragos NavarraUS$12.00
White asparagus on Piquillo peppers with scallion and olive vinaigrette
Salpicón de MariscosUS$12.00
Seafood salad
Chorizo en CazuelitaUS$10.00
Spanish chorizo sausage
Chistorra CatalanaUS$12.00
Little spicy Catalan chorizo sausage
CroquetasUS$7.00
Serrano ham and codfish croquettes
Llescas CatalanasUS$12.00
Tomato spread bread topped with anchovies and marinated salmon
Jamón SerranoUS$14.00
Imported Serrano cured ham
Salpicón de MariscosUS$12.00
Seafood salad
Tortilla de PatatasUS$7.00
Spanish omelet with potatoes & onions
Montadito de LomoUS$10.00
Grilled pork tenderloin on rustic toasted bread
Chorizo al VinoUS$11.00
Chorizo in red wine and onions
Langostinos a la PlanchaUS$14.00
Grilled Prawns
Chuletitas de CorderoUS$18.00
Grilled lamb chops
Pepito de SolomilloUS$15.00
Grilled filet mignon on rustic toasted bread
Chuletón CabralesUS$16.00
Steak tapa in Cabrales cheese sauce
Rape TempladoUS$12.00
Little packages of monkfish in Bechamel wrapped in warm lettuce with a black ink sauce
Almejas a la BilbainaUS$12.00
Clams in a fresh parsley and garlic sauce with white Rioja wine
Plato de QuesosUS$15.00
Assortment of cheeses from Spain: Manchego, Idiazábal, Ibérico, Mahon, Roncal, Tetilla, Valdeón and Zamorano
Plato CamperoUS$15.00
Assortment of Spanish charcuterie: Serrano ham, cured Chorizo, Salchichón and Lomo with tomato spread bread
Cazuela de MariscosUS$15.00
Clams, shrimp, scallops and mussels in garlic sauce
Rape TempladoUS$12.00
Little packages of monkfish in Bechamel wrapped in warm lettuce with a black ink sauce
Ensalada de Atun FrescoUS$10.00
Fresh tuna salad with Piquillo peppers and mixed greens
Almejas a la BilbainaUS$12.00
Clams in a fresh parsley and garlic sauce with white Rioja wine
Boquerones en VinagreUS$12.00
Marinated anchovies in sherry vinegar
Plato CamperoUS$15.00
Assortment of Spanish charcuterie: Serrano ham, cured Chorizo, Salchichón and Lomo with tomato spread bread

What 611 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New York City
Spanish
Manhattan
Spanish

Review summary

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Alcala offers "authentic Spanish tapas" with a welcoming, homey vibe reminiscent of a Barcelona getaway. The "food is delicious" with standout dishes like the "best monk fish" and "country style Cochinillo Asado." The "friendly staff" and "charming ambiance" ensure a delightful dining experience, though some mention dated decor.

611 Reviews

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Anomy
New York City24 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This place never disappoints! We’ve brought an enormous variety of folks here over the years, and everyone loves it. We have our favorites, but the menu has enough options to satisfy many tastes. Cannelloni & gambas ajillo are the best, and staff is attentive without hovering.
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Jann VIP
New York City476 reviews
3.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
A step back n time to the 1950’s. Unfortunately, the food was underseasoned & in a word underwhelming.
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Julian VIP
London3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding! The food was as authentic as the owner Jesus Martinez. He welcomed us, recommended a couple of dishes, which were both excellent, and checked in frequently. We had eight dishes with sangria and was also pleasantly surprised with the final bill! Great value, amazing food and excellent service. Without doubt the best Spanish tapas I’ve had in the US.
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Jared
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My absolute favorite restaurant NYC. Never fails to impress and amazingly delicious food!
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Charles VIP
Philadelphia187 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this Spanish restaurant near the UN. Since we first tried their food, we have made it a point to grab lunch or dinner there whenever we are in the area. Wonderful tapas and fish entrees. Also, serving well curated and reasonably priced wines, including house made sangria.
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Sarkis VIP
New York City8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food with authentic flavors, but the space is a bit tight for truly comfortable seating. Worth a visit if you don’t mind a cozier setting!
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Chris VIP
Columbus9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We really enjoyed our meal and the owner was a true delight! We took a bottle of the house wine home with us
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Adam
Las Vegas1 review
5.0
Dined on 29 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
There's plenty on the menu to satisfy almost everyone's taste buds. Everything we ordered was absolute perfection. If you're browsing the menu and think to yourself, "That looks good," I'd be willing to bet that it is.
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Julio
Miami1 review
5.0
Dined on 23 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
A special family place, with first class service; I recommend it and we will always look for this little place as a piece of Spain in New York. Thank you.
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Lidia
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food and very friendly staff. Totally recommend!
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Alcala offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 370-1866.

Alcala is rated 4.7 stars by 611 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

246 East 44th Street, New York, NY 10017

Additional information

Cross Street
2nd Avenue
Area
Midtown East
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00–16:30 Dinner Mon–Fri 17:00–23:00 Sat, Sun 17:30–23:00
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Spanish, Latin / Spanish, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking and a nearby Parking Lot are available.
Public transit
Subways: 4, 5, 6 or 7 train to Grand Central
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jesus Martinez
Additional
Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.alcalarestaurantnyc.com/
Phone number
(212) 370-1866
Catering
Inquire about catering options at www.alcalarestaurantnyc.com/contact
Private party facilities
Inquire about hosting a private event at Alcala at www.alcalarestaurantnyc.com/contact

Alcala

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Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Tapas

Gambas al AjilloUS$12.00

Crepes de Setas y JamónUS$12.00

Pimientos con BacalaoUS$12.00

Chipirones en su TintaUS$12.00

CanelonesUS$12.00

AlbondigasUS$10.00

Tortilla de PatatasUS$7.00

Espárragos NavarraUS$12.00

Salpicón de MariscosUS$12.00

Chorizo en CazuelitaUS$10.00

Chistorra CatalanaUS$12.00

CroquetasUS$7.00

Llescas CatalanasUS$12.00

Jamón SerranoUS$14.00

Salpicón de MariscosUS$12.00

Tortilla de PatatasUS$7.00

Montadito de LomoUS$10.00

Chorizo al VinoUS$11.00

Langostinos a la PlanchaUS$14.00

Chuletitas de CorderoUS$18.00

Pepito de SolomilloUS$15.00

Chuletón CabralesUS$16.00

Rape TempladoUS$12.00

Almejas a la BilbainaUS$12.00

Plato de QuesosUS$15.00

Plato CamperoUS$15.00

Cazuela de MariscosUS$15.00

Rape TempladoUS$12.00

Ensalada de Atun FrescoUS$10.00

Almejas a la BilbainaUS$12.00

Boquerones en VinagreUS$12.00

Plato CamperoUS$15.00

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