Alcala

4.3

604 Reviews

$31 to $50

Spanish

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2 people

Dec 4, 2024

9:30 PM

Booked 10 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for groups
Good for business meals

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.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Spanish, Latin / Spanish, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:45 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
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
Neighborhood
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
Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

Gambas al Ajillo$12.00
Shrimp on sizzling garlic sauce
Crepes de Setas y Jamón$12.00
Crèpes of Tetilla cheese and mushrooms with Ibérico Serrano ham
Pimientos con Bacalao$12.00
Red Piquillo peppers stuffed with codfish on Salsa Vizcaína
Chipirones en su Tinta$12.00
Baby squid on its black ink sauce
Canelones$12.00
Spinach and shrimp cannelloni with tomato and Bechamel sauce
Albondigas$10.00
Meatballs in Sherry wine sauce
Tortilla de Patatas$7.00
Spanish omelet with potatoes & onions
Espárragos Navarra$12.00
White asparagus on Piquillo peppers with scallion and olive vinaigrette
Salpicón de Mariscos$12.00
Seafood salad
Chorizo en Cazuelita$10.00
Spanish chorizo sausage
Chistorra Catalana$12.00
Little spicy Catalan chorizo sausage
Croquetas$7.00
Serrano ham and codfish croquettes
Llescas Catalanas$12.00
Tomato spread bread topped with anchovies and marinated salmon
Jamón Serrano$14.00
Imported Serrano cured ham
Salpicón de Mariscos$12.00
Seafood salad
Tortilla de Patatas$7.00
Spanish omelet with potatoes & onions
Montadito de Lomo$10.00
Grilled pork tenderloin on rustic toasted bread
Chorizo al Vino$11.00
Chorizo in red wine and onions
Langostinos a la Plancha$14.00
Grilled Prawns
Chuletitas de Cordero$18.00
Grilled lamb chops
Pepito de Solomillo$15.00
Grilled filet mignon on rustic toasted bread
Chuletón Cabrales$16.00
Steak tapa in Cabrales cheese sauce
Rape Templado$12.00
Little packages of monkfish in Bechamel wrapped in warm lettuce with a black ink sauce
Almejas a la Bilbaina$12.00
Clams in a fresh parsley and garlic sauce with white Rioja wine
Plato de Quesos$15.00
Assortment of cheeses from Spain: Manchego, Idiazábal, Ibérico, Mahon, Roncal, Tetilla, Valdeón and Zamorano
Plato Campero$15.00
Assortment of Spanish charcuterie: Serrano ham, cured Chorizo, Salchichón and Lomo with tomato spread bread
Cazuela de Mariscos$15.00
Clams, shrimp, scallops and mussels in garlic sauce
Rape Templado$12.00
Little packages of monkfish in Bechamel wrapped in warm lettuce with a black ink sauce
Ensalada de Atun Fresco$10.00
Fresh tuna salad with Piquillo peppers and mixed greens
Almejas a la Bilbaina$12.00
Clams in a fresh parsley and garlic sauce with white Rioja wine
Boquerones en Vinagre$12.00
Marinated anchovies in sherry vinegar
Plato Campero$15.00
Assortment of Spanish charcuterie: Serrano ham, cured Chorizo, Salchichón and Lomo with tomato spread bread

What 604 people are saying

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.3Service
3.9Ambience
4Value

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Review summary

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Alcala offers a genuine Spanish dining experience with "authentic Spanish tapas" and a cozy, quaint atmosphere reminiscent of Spain. Guests rave about the "most tender octopus" and "spectacular Black Paella." While service can be inconsistent, the restaurant shines with its "delicious, authentic Spanish food" and vibrant neighborhood vibe.

604 Reviews

M
Marian
New York City
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Nice experience, different type of dining. We did 5 tapas choices and one entree and 2 desserts for 4 people. Service was not good, though. The waiter did not seem to understand English well and brought us one of the wrong appetizers, forgot the coffee, had to ask for milk with coffee and kept disappearing although he was very nice.
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Michelle
New York City
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was authentic and delicious Our friends agreed Will absolutely return!
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Chris
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was excellent and the food was delicious.
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Christian
BW
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Delicious and authentic spanish food. Nice host, very delicious wine from spain.
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Gavin
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tapas were amazing, especially the Pulpo a la Gallega (the most tender octopus I've ever had). For dessert, the flan was excellent, but the red wine pear desert was even better.
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Amy
New York City
22 reviews
vip
3.0
22 reviews
Dined on October 4, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Alcala was a bit of a disappointment. We had to sit outside because the restaurant had one huge table of about 20 men taking up a large part of the space and they were quite loud. However, after looking at the inside of the restaurant, outside was more desirable than inside - there was NO ambiance inside of the restaurant - bright lights, stark walls, and quite frankly, a bit dingy looking. I’m sure service is usually better but the service staff (of 2) was overwhelmed with the huge table plus all of the many other smaller tables of guests. Food was fine but we have had much better at other Spanish restaurants around town. A disappointment, for sure.
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Heidi
Atlanta Metro
21 reviews
4.0
21 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I really enjoyed eating at this restaurant on a recent business trip. It has a casual, neighborhood vibe. Staff were friendly and helpful. The food is definitely the star of the show. The pan con tomato with salmon and sardines was outstanding as were the mushroom stuffed crepes; the steak with cheese was fantastic and we really enjoyed the albondigas. Wine options are limited - my colleague had the white sangria which she loved and my dinner special white wine was good too.
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KarlieD
Houston
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant is so cute! And the food was amazing! The service is also amazing! You should absolutely eat here!
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Margarita
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Relatively small and very nice place, really remind us of Spain . Authentic fresh and flavorful food in the authentic environment.
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VermontBud
Tampa
119 reviews
vip
5.0
119 reviews
Dined on July 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Alcala is a long time favorite Spanish restaurant near the UN Complex. Food is usually terrific, but last night was somewhat "off" ... the swordfish usually grilled or sautéed seemed as if it had been prepared "sous vide" and was soft and almost mushy. The potatoes under the fish likewise were floating in oil and not at all appealing. The whole thing was smothered in a diced vegetable mixture that did not add to the flavor or appeal. My dinner partner had the chicken, which he liked and the other partner had only the gazpacho which he did not finish. All in all an "off" night for this chef.
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Alcala offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 370-1866.

Alcala is rated 4.3 stars by 604 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 4, 2024

9:30 PM

Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

246 East 44th Street, New York, NY 10017

Additional information

Cross street
2nd Avenue
Neighborhood
Midtown East
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:45 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
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
Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, 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

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Tapas

Gambas al Ajillo$12.00

Crepes de Setas y Jamón$12.00

Pimientos con Bacalao$12.00

Chipirones en su Tinta$12.00

Canelones$12.00

Albondigas$10.00

Tortilla de Patatas$7.00

Espárragos Navarra$12.00

Salpicón de Mariscos$12.00

Chorizo en Cazuelita$10.00

Chistorra Catalana$12.00

Croquetas$7.00

Llescas Catalanas$12.00

Jamón Serrano$14.00

Salpicón de Mariscos$12.00

Tortilla de Patatas$7.00

Montadito de Lomo$10.00

Chorizo al Vino$11.00

Langostinos a la Plancha$14.00

Chuletitas de Cordero$18.00

Pepito de Solomillo$15.00

Chuletón Cabrales$16.00

Rape Templado$12.00

Almejas a la Bilbaina$12.00

Plato de Quesos$15.00

Plato Campero$15.00

Cazuela de Mariscos$15.00

Rape Templado$12.00

Ensalada de Atun Fresco$10.00

Almejas a la Bilbaina$12.00

Boquerones en Vinagre$12.00

Plato Campero$15.00

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