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Nai Tapas Restaurant, New York, NY

Nai Tapas Restaurant

4.8
4.8
1011 Reviews
$50 and over
Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 2 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Lively
  • Charming
Nai, meaning Mother in Gallego, offers a unique understanding of Spanish cuisine where guests can dive deep into Chef Ruben Rodriguez' innovative tapas menu.
Originating from Galicia, Spain, Chef Ruben Rodriguez has honed Nai's bold flavors from his Mother, Ana Maria Gonzalez Arias.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish, Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Fri 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 677-1030
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Ruben Rodriguez
  • Neighborhood
    East Village
  • Cross street
    5th street and 2nd avenue
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Astor place, F train, L train, N R W trains
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Soul of Spain: Flamenco Shows Every Saturday

    Multiple dates available
    Sat - 8:00 PM - 8:15 PM
    Be transported to Spain with Flamenco shows every Saturday at Nai! Experience an enchanting evening where passion meets artistry, as centuries-old Gitano traditions come alive through hypnotic dance, soulful singing (cante), and masterful guitar. Our performers weave complex rhythms with raw emotion, creating an unforgettable spectacle of movement, music, and cultural expression. Shows feature authentic dancers, guitar, cajon, castañets, and cante. Show times vary - please confirm when booking. ¡Olé! Please request the flamenco room.

    Soul of Spain: Flamenco Shows Every Saturday Photo

What 1,011 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New York City

    Good for groups

  • New York City

    Hot spot

  • New York City

    Romantic

  • New York City

    Good for special occasions

  • New York City

    Lively

  • New York City

    Tapas / Small Plates

  • Manhattan

    Best Food

  • Manhattan

    Good for groups

  • Manhattan

    Hot spot

  • Manhattan

    Neighborhood gem

  • Manhattan

    Romantic

  • Manhattan

    Good for special occasions

  • Manhattan

    Lively

  • Manhattan

    Tapas / Small Plates

1,011 Reviews
  1. Alendy

    New York City

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall, we enjoyed our experience, but would not recommend the tasting menu if you want to taste the more popular dishes.

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  2. Valentina

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything is good! Everything!!! I stayed with my family.

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  3. Tommy

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 11, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Limited menu — food was good but selection not what advertised.

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  4. Talia

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fabulous time at dinner. The food and service were impeccable, will absolutely be back!!

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  5. Francopd

    Central Coast

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spanish food, very good sangrias. I strongly recommend the patata bravas and the ham croquettes. I wish they had a few tapas with jamon iberico.

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  6. Avanish

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and unique tapas like the grilled artichokes hidden under a spanish cheese foam that takes hours to make and the mushrooms soaked in truffle oil and topped with nuts and grated cheese to give it the right bite.

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  7. DinaG

    New York City

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, great service, great time! It was our first time but not the last one. Well done.

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  8. Xingyou

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service, and the dessert was also good.

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  9. Omar

    New York City

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Birthday dinner was fantastic. Although we were at first told the tasting menu we went there for was not available because it had to be booked in advance (not stated on the menu or website) Raul the manager/sommelier and the wait staff were beyond accommodating. Impromptu selection of tapas, fantastic wine and cocktails, complimentary birthday soufflé and my husband was even asked to go up onstage and dance along the flamenco dancers! We went from initial skeptics to serious fans and will return on the next celebratory occasion.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nai is one of my favorite restaurants in NYC ! Great service, unique food , beautiful restaurant ! Can’t wait to go back.

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FAQs

Nai Tapas Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 1011 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
11:30 PM
Booked 2 times today
Google Map for Nai Tapas Restaurant

84 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10003

Additional information

  • Cross street
    5th street and 2nd avenue
  • Neighborhood
    East Village
  • Hours of operation
    Fri 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Astor place, F train, L train, N R W trains
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ruben Rodriguez
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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