Socarrat Paella Bar - Midtown East

4.8

1351 Reviews

$31 to $50

Spanish

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2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for groups
Charming
Good for special occasions

Socarrat Paella Bar - Midtown East is now accepting reservations for both indoor and outdoor dining, weather permitting. In the case where we need to close due to inclement weather, we will contact you the day of your reservation. To book a table online for indoor dining, please select "standard seating".

Socarrat, the quintessence of the perfect paella and for which the restaurant is named, is the delectable, sensuous crust that forms on the bottom of the paella pan when the liquid is rendered and the rice reaches its peak of succulence. The menu, an authentic array of delicious dishes from the regions of Spain specializing in traditional tapas with an accent on paella and fideua (which substitutes fried noodles for rice) that can be characterized as a true exploration for the palette.

Our Midtown location, the most recent addition to the Socarrat family, displays a lively atmosphere that is perfect for small and big groups alike. Book your next party in our private dining room!

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:45 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(212) 759-0101
Website
http://www.socarratnyc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Socarrat is now offering catering services for your party of choice; whether it's a cocktail reception or a corporate event. We are available in all five boroughs with our full service catering staff. Please email events@socarratnyc.com or call 917-656-8939 for all inquiries.
Private party facilities
Our spacious upstairs private dining room with balcony overlooking 2nd Avenue has 2 separate dining areas, one seats 30 guests and another for 45. We offer prix fixe menus. We look forward to making your special occasion or business meeting memorable! Please email events@socarratnyc.com or call 917-656-8939 for all inquiries.

Location
953 Second Avenue, New York, NY 10022
Neighborhood
Midtown East
Cross street
Second Avenue between 50th and 51st
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
We are conveniently located near the 4/5/6, the E, F, J and N, R, W.<br />We are on Second Avenue, between 50th and 51st streets.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Balcony Over 2nd Ave
Multiple dates available
Experience the City dining al fresco overlooking 2nd Ave. Limited seating, we recommend booking 2 weeks in advance.

Popular dishes

Gambas al Ajillo$20.00
sizzling shrimp, olive oil, garlic, guindilla peppers
Croquetas$17.00
crispy and creamy croquettes of the day
Chorizo con Garbanzos$18.00
Spanish chorizo, spinach, chickpeas, paprika
Pulpo a la Gallega$24.00
imported Spanish octopus prepared Galician style, potato cubes, paprika oil, sea salt
Costilla de Ternera$28.00
short ribs braised in red wine, butternut squashed purée, baby carrot
Coles de Bruselas$16.00
crispy brussels sprouts, chopped almonds, sweet and spicy glaze
Pan con Tomate$11.00
fresh tomato spread, olive oil, garlic, country toast
Tortilla Española*$15.00
classic Spanish potato and caramelized onion omelette, padrón peppers, tomato toast
Patatas Bravas$12.00
crispy potato cubes, aioli, spicy tomato sauce
Dátiles$16.00
bacon wrapped dates stuffed with valdeón cheese, almonds, roasted apple purée
Calamar a la Plancha$22.00
grilled squid, parsley, garlic, olive oil, sea salt
Atún con Sésamo$22.00
seared sesame crusted tuna, avocado, mojo picón
Chuletas de Cordero$26.00
marinated grilled lamb chops, new potatoes, spicy honey sauce
Lubina$26.00
sea bass filet a la plancha, sautéed veggie pisto Spanish style
Ensalada de Burrata y Tomate Heirloom$20.00
burrata cheese, heirloom tomatoes, frisée, cucumber, basil sherry vinaigrette
Tostadas de Anchovina$15.00
salt cured sardine, creamy piquillo sauce, caramelized onions, on brioche
Albóndigas$18.00
veal and beef meatballs in a light tomato sauce
Bacalao con Berberechos$26.00
cod loin, lemon potato confit, white wine, cockles, garlic, parsley
Cochinillo$30.00
boneless suckling pig confit, patatas panaderas, spinach, chestnuts, red wine pork reduction
Setas Salteadas$22.00
sautéed oyster mushrooms, cremini, shimeji, maitake, shredded manchego, celery root purée
Napoleón de Verduras$18.00
layered eggplant, mushrooms, zucchini, tomato, goat cheese, basil oil, pumpkin seeds
Mejillones a la Marinera$18.00
layered eggplant, mushrooms, zucchini, tomato, goat cheese, basil oil, pumpkin seeds

Snacks

Pimientos de Padrón al Limón$14.00
fried shishito peppers, lemon zest, sea salt
Almendras y Aceitunas$12.00
marcona almonds and marinated olives
Boquerones en Vinagreta$14.00
white anchovies, Spanish olives, piparra, EVOO

Boards

Jamón Serrano*$29.00
Spanish white pig aged 18 months, tomato toast
Jamón Ibérico*$39.00
100% Iberico Spanish black foot pig, acorn-fed, aged 36 months, tomato toast
Campero*$38.00
jamón serrano, chorizo & salchichón Ibérico, manchego, idiazábal & mahón cheese, marcona almonds, olives, membrillo
Quesos*$25.00
chef's selection of Spanish cheeses, assorted pairings
- (3)$25.00
- (5)$35.00

Paella

Paellas are priced per serving. Minimum order of 2 servings

Socarrat$34.00
free-range bone-in chicken, chorizo, shrimp, white fish, squid, mussels, cockles, fava beans, peppers, tomato sofrito
Pescado y Marisco$34.00
shrimp, scallops, squid, mussels, cockles, white fish, snow peas, peppers, tomato sofrito
Arroz Negro$34.00
shrimp, calamari, white fish, scallops, piquillo peppers, fava beans, squid ink sofrito
De la Huerta$33.00
eggplant, broccoli, cauliflower, snow peas, chickpeas, tomatoes, artichokes, peppers, tomato sofrito
Carne$34.00
pork loin chunks, free-range chicken, chorizo, snow peas, mushroom sofrito
Langosta$49.00
lobster, calamari, shrimp, white fish, scallops, peppers, tomato sofrito

What 1,351 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

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New York City
Spanish
Manhattan
Spanish

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Socarrat Paella Bar in Midtown East offers "outstanding food and service," featuring authentic Spanish cuisine. Patrons rave about the "best in the city" paella and tapas, with a lively atmosphere reminiscent of Madrid. The staff is attentive, ensuring a delightful dining experience perfect for any occasion.

1,351 Reviews

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Marina T
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I recommend a visit to this restaurant. ALL the food is great with a good variety of dishes to choose from.
Socarrat Paella Bar - Midtown EastResponded 1 day ago
Dear Marina, Thank you for your kind recommendation! We're glad you enjoyed the variety and quality of our dishes. Regarding your note, we’ll make sure to pass on your heartfelt message to our her. We hope to welcome you back soon! Best regards, Socarrat Management
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ALEXANDRA
Austin
43 reviews
vip
5.0
43 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food and service! Love all the tapas.!.
Socarrat Paella Bar - Midtown EastResponded 1 day ago
Dear Alexandra, Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the food and tapas. Hope to welcome you back soon at any of our three locations: Nolita, Chelsea or Midtown! Best regards, Socarrat Management
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Yvonne
New York City
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Good food, fun evening. Would do tapas the next time instead of paella.
Socarrat Paella Bar - Midtown EastResponded 1 day ago
Dear Yvonne, Thank you for sharing your experience! We're glad you enjoyed the evening and hope you’ll return to try our delicious tapas next time. Best regards, Socarrat Management
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Bryan
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is my go to restaurant on the east side. I've been eating here for eight years now, you won't be disappointed. The staff is amazing.
Socarrat Paella Bar - Midtown EastResponded 3 days ago
Dear Bryan, Thank you for being such a loyal guest over the years! We're honored to be your go-to spot and look forward to serving you again soon. Best regards, Socarrat Management
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John
New York City
31 reviews
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
As great as the paella looked, we ordered only from the tapas part of the menu as that’s a favorite way to go for us. The tuna, stuffed dates and octopus tapas were incredibly tasty. The cod was great too, and perfectly cooked. While my wife also loved the Napoleon salad, I thought it was good, but it was the least favorite for me. Very nice and attentive servers and staff, and a homey, though a bit loud, atmosphere. Would absolutely return for more, and probably order a paella next time.
Socarrat Paella Bar - Midtown EastResponded on November 20, 2024
Dear John, Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're so glad you enjoyed the tuna, stuffed dates, and octopus tapas, as well as the perfectly cooked cod. We'll take note of your feedback on the Napoleon salad. We appreciate your kind words about our staff and atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you back and hope you enjoy the paella on your next visit! Warm regards, Socarrat Management
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Really excellent selection of tapas and the paella was wonderful. The daily croquette was a highlight. The bartender was wonderful and makes a great mojito!
Socarrat Paella Bar - Midtown EastResponded on November 20, 2024
Dear Guest, Thank you for the great feedback! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed our Spanish food. It's also wonderful to know you loved the mojito! We look forward to welcoming you back for more delicious food and drinks. Warm regards, Socarrat Management
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Bolivar
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best Spanish restaurant in New York City. Hands down.
Socarrat Paella Bar - Midtown EastResponded 3 days ago
Dear Bolivar, Muchas gracias a ti! We're thrilled to be your top choice for Spanish cuisine in NYC. Hope to welcome you back soon! Best regards, Socarrat Management
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Freddy
New York City
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tapas were all good. Similar to many of the tapas places in the city. Paella was different but also good. Nothing that I would go out of my way for, but everything was fine.
Socarrat Paella Bar - Midtown EastResponded on November 12, 2024
Dear Freddy, Thank you for sharing your thoughts! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the tapas and paella. We always strive to provide a memorable experience, and we hope to have the chance to welcome you back for an even more delightful visit. Warm regards, Socarrat Management
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Michael
New York City
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great tapas restaurant. Good atmosphere and great service. Would like to try the Paella next time
Socarrat Paella Bar - Midtown EastResponded on October 29, 2024
Dear Michael Thank you for the kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the tapas, atmosphere, and service. We’d love for you to come back and try our Paella – it’s a guest favorite! Looking forward to your next visit soon. Warm regards, Socarrat Management
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Jonathan
New York City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Takes you to Spain for the monument. Paella, Tapas and sangria/beer were very good.
Socarrat Paella Bar - Midtown EastResponded on October 21, 2024
Dear Jonathan, Thank you for dining with us! We’re thrilled to hear that we could brought a taste of Spain to your table. If you haven’t already, don’t forget to explore our Tuesday Flamenco nights at our Nolita location, where you can enjoy live music while savoring our signature dishes. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another unforgettable meal! Warm regards, Socarrat Management
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FAQs

Socarrat Paella Bar - Midtown East offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 759-0101.

Socarrat Paella Bar - Midtown East is rated 4.8 stars by 1351 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Socarrat Paella Bar - Midtown East

953 Second Avenue, New York, NY 10022

Additional information

Cross street
Second Avenue between 50th and 51st
Neighborhood
Midtown East
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:45 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
We are conveniently located near the 4/5/6, the E, F, J and N, R, W.We are on Second Avenue, between 50th and 51st streets.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.socarratnyc.com/
Phone number
(212) 759-0101
Catering
Socarrat is now offering catering services for your party of choice; whether it's a cocktail reception or a corporate event. We are available in all five boroughs with our full service catering staff. Please email events@socarratnyc.com or call 917-656-8939 for all inquiries.
Private party facilities
Our spacious upstairs private dining room with balcony overlooking 2nd Avenue has 2 separate dining areas, one seats 30 guests and another for 45. We offer prix fixe menus. We look forward to making your special occasion or business meeting memorable! Please email events@socarratnyc.com or call 917-656-8939 for all inquiries.

Socarrat Paella Bar - Midtown East

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Balcony Over 2nd Ave

Socarrat Paella

BEC Paella

Carne Paella

Tapas

Gambas al Ajillo$20.00

Croquetas$17.00

Chorizo con Garbanzos$18.00

Pulpo a la Gallega$24.00

Costilla de Ternera$28.00

Coles de Bruselas$16.00

Pan con Tomate$11.00

Tortilla Española*$15.00

Patatas Bravas$12.00

Dátiles$16.00

Calamar a la Plancha$22.00

Atún con Sésamo$22.00

Chuletas de Cordero$26.00

Lubina$26.00

Ensalada de Burrata y Tomate Heirloom$20.00

Tostadas de Anchovina$15.00

Albóndigas$18.00

Bacalao con Berberechos$26.00

Cochinillo$30.00

Setas Salteadas$22.00

Napoleón de Verduras$18.00

Mejillones a la Marinera$18.00

Snacks

Pimientos de Padrón al Limón$14.00

Almendras y Aceitunas$12.00

Boquerones en Vinagreta$14.00

Boards

Jamón Serrano*$29.00

Jamón Ibérico*$39.00

Campero*$38.00

Quesos*$25.00

Paella

Socarrat$34.00

Pescado y Marisco$34.00

Arroz Negro$34.00

De la Huerta$33.00

Carne$34.00

Langosta$49.00

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