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Spanish Tavern - Newark, Newark, NJ

Spanish Tavern - Newark

4.6
4.6
285 Reviews
$31 to $50
Spanish

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2 people
19:00
Booked 8 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for special occasions
Spain, one of the world’s greatest gastronomic destinations, can be tasted in The Spanish Tavern, an upscale restaurant created by Spanish immigrants focused on the art of living graciously. Through our fine wines, unforgettable dishes and the professional treatment of our team, we are proud to introduce the most celebrated Spanish flavors to New Jersey since 1932.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Regional Spanish (Northwest), Regional Spanish (Southwest)
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30–22:00 Fri, Sat 11:30–23:00 Sun 12:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (973) 589-4959
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Newark
  • Cross Street
    We are in the corner of McWhorter and Green Street.
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeaway, Wine

What 285 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Essex

    Great for fine wines

  • Essex

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Spanish Tavern in Newark offers a "wonderful dinner" experience with standout seafood dishes like paella and mariscada. Guests rave about the "excellent service" and "fantastic food," making it a top choice for both special occasions and casual dining. The cozy atmosphere and "exceptional value" keep diners returning.

285 Reviews
  1. Matthew

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently great food and service. The Spanish Tavern has never changed: Always Great!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a wonderful experience dining at this gem! Everything was absolutely perfect from food to service to ambience, and just a really nice holiday vibe with Christmas music playing in the background! We came in for a pre-concert dinner, and it was an excellent choice. I especially loved seafood paella, and shrimp in garlic sauce for an appetizer. Thank you so much for welcoming us and taking care of our family! We had a great time and will be back soon!

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  3. Heather

    VIP

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Christopher & Juan were the best great service!!!!

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  4. Peter

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a fantastic dinner - as usual - at Spanish Tavern, on Dec. 13 before a performance at NJPAC. Spanish Tavern is one of my very favorite, go-to restaurants in The Ironbound. And so close and convenient to Newark Penn Station, NJPAC and the Prudential Center. I had the house salad and garlic shrimp appetizer to start. Salad was delicious and enough for two. The shrimp appetizer was absolutely delicious. I'll be returning to that. And for my main course, I had the paella marinera, almost excellent. Plentiful with shellfish ... clams, mussels, shrimp and scallops. And I love the rise. It was a delicious and excellent meal. And as usual, the service was AAA+ outstanding. Attentive and very professional. I'll be back to Spanish Tavern!! Peter C., West Trenton, NJ

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  5. Kenneth

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as always! One of the top restaurants in the Ironbound

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  6. Nick

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 27 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was wonderful. Service was great. Exception value for the money. Highly recommend it

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  7. Edwin

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service Ample parking I will recommend it to anyone

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  8. Rolando

    New York City

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 19 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service is next level. Food is fantastic. Great spot that never disappoints.

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  9. Gareth

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was there for a business lunch. Best Iberian restaurant in Newark…if not North Jersey

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  10. Gary

    Charleston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I last ate at the ST 30 or so years when I worked at EWR Airport. My wife and I returned for our 25th anniversary while on an 8 hour layover. Food, ambience and service as I remembered it. You wouldn’t be in business that long or longer if the service and or food slid downhill. We look forward to returning once again. Bravo ST

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FAQs

Spanish Tavern - Newark offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (973) 589-4959.

Spanish Tavern - Newark is rated 4.6 stars by 285 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
19:00
Booked 8 times today

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Google Map for Spanish Tavern - Newark

103 Mcwhorter St, Newark, NJ 07105

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    We are in the corner of McWhorter and Green Street.
  • Area
    Newark
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30–22:00 Fri, Sat 11:30–23:00 Sun 12:00–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Regional Spanish (Northwest), Regional Spanish (Southwest)
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeaway, Wine
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