Nai

Tried the tasting menu. Individually each piece of food had its merits. I think some plates were too fatty and needed something acidic to balance. Overall, the tasting menu just felt like it wasnt harmonious. Sometimes there wasnt enough salt, sometimes there was too much. But I do think the octopus was cooked well. The tomato was unique. Service was excellent.

We went as a big group and they were out of a lot of things. It was extremely loud when I went there. We were seating downstairs and there were people playing live music and dancing upstairs. They also gave us like 4 menus for our whole party of 12.Not a fan of the cured sardines or mussel toast. The Fideua was quite interesting. Very salty and we were expecting rice but it was actually crushed up pasta. The beef tartare was pretty bland. Everything was pretty unique, but on the pricey side.

Nai is run by really good people and they make quality food. Though we originally did have a Valentine’s Day hiccup with Nai, the Nai team went above and beyond to make it right for me and my girlfriend and it was fantastic. All the food we had a chance to try on the tasting menu was delicious and the non-alcoholic cocktails/wine that we were offered were delicious…There wasn’t an item that we didn’t enjoy. We left beyond full and very satisfied.

What a great Night,Service was excellent , the server was very attentive.The food was amazing,My favorite dishesFideuáGambasPork ribsKatsuCroquetasPulpo ala gallegaPatatas bravasFor dessert tarta De Santiago was amazingHighly recommended.

Go there a second time and both of us are impressed. The manager was super friendly and definitely want the best for his costumers.My friend even literally eat the bone of the ribs-it’s so soft and all the meat comes off the bone easily. The first time maybe we didn’t order the best thing?My favorite dish is the beef with the green sauce?( in picture) The beef is so soft that we don’t even need teeth, and my friend commented the green sauce is super fresh.I like appetizer -grape tomato and jelly. And the shrimp in garlic sauce.The service is great too.Will come here again! (Wish the dessert is less sweet)

We had an amazing experience here. We did the chefs tasting menu with the wine pairing. All of that for $150! I havent had a wine and food pairing for this price that was this amazing as I did here at Nai. The food was delicious and the pairings were incredible. A variety of wines and spirits. Raul made our experience even more memorable with his amazing detail about the food and wine and Spanish origins.

We had an exceptional first experience at Nai. The staff went above and beyond, making the evening truly memorable. The food was not only innovative but bursting with flavor. We had the pleasure of meeting the chef, who was incredibly kind. We’re already looking forward to returning to see Annie and explore more of the menu!

I barely rate places full stars. But Nai is the one who made my mind for it. Start with the walk in experience, it’s low key with simple and clean interior design. Nothing more or less, right on. Food: The beef tartare with the crunchy sliced chips on it is outrageous. The sea bass croquettes roll tastes crunchy and savory. The calamari is one of a kind, just as tender as egg white. Not exaggerated! The pasta paella with beautiful topping sauce on it, mixed up together, have a nice bite. Overall, it gave us a beautiful food journey! I’d love to take my loved one to have this incredible experience w/ me. Thank you for bringing us so many good dishes.

Just went there yesterday to celebrate my birthday. It was a great experience! The food was superb, and the service was awesome!We got 6 tapas with two Sangrias - Mango & Tropical which I liked both! The Tapas portion was a little bigger but it was perfect for 3 people. All of them were so good that I can’t tell you which one is my favorite! It definitely brought me back to my memories of Barcelona!The service was very attentive. It was still outdoor dining, but every table was set far enough apart that we felt very safe during the pandemic. Waiters all wore masks and stood nearby to make sure they could attended to us when needed.I am so happy that we found this gem in the East Village and will definitely be back to try more tapas!

Nai was my absolute favorite restaurant in New York. I was very excited to take my girlfriend there for a special dinner. However, after my last experience and after attempting to call and email the restaurant to kindly inform them of our experience, I will not be eating there anymore.After looking through the wine menu, my date and I had a couple questions and our waitress guided us toward selecting what sounded like two good options for each of us. She retrieved the respective bottles and allowed us to taste each one before filling up the full glass. When we tasted and did not like the wine, she informed us that we could not switch to another wine, even though we didn’t order a full bottle. She proceeded to fill up the glasses with what we had originally selected - however, in doing so, she filled my glass (which was still partially filled with the sample wine), with my date’s wine; thus mixing the two wines together. After I pointed this out, she did not make an effort to get me a new glass.When we were ordering food, we pointed out that we had concerns about dairy and meat, as my date is very allergic to both if she ingests them. The waitress assured us that the items we had inquired about were free of dairy and meat, and proceeded to take the rest of our order. When she brought out the first dish of artichoke, I realized the entire dish was cooked with goat cheese - when I pointed this out, she lightly apologized and brought a chickpea dish replacement for my date.Later, I realized as I was eating my favorite - the seafood pasta/paella-like dish - that the dish had been made with chorizo, even though I had requested it be cooked without. I have been pescatarian for 11 years. We had already eaten half of the dish when I realized this, and my date had started to have a slight allergic reaction after one bite. When I brought this up, the waitress assured me it was just clumps of noodles, not meat. After she walked away, I proceeded to taste the clumped piece to assure my date, but what I tasted was most definitely sausage.At the end of the meal, we ended up leaving partly hungry, as by the end it was hard to trust that anything that was prepared was edible for us. As someone that works in the service industry, and is a business owner, I wanted the manager to be informed of this waitress for training opportunities, but after repeatedly making efforts to reach out about our experience, we never received a response or apology.

Had an amazing time at @naitapas the other weekend trying out their very interesting Japanese fusion cuisine. Everything was absolutely amazing and really reminded us both of the “western food” you would get in Japan🥹Pasta paella was really special and the tobiko added such good texture to the dish. Katsu sando was also great (but ofc much more expensive than other places so it’s not fair to compare). Carpaccio also blew me away because the mushroom was so soft but chewy it almost didn’t taste like mushrooms! Went so well with the cheese and nuts! Dessert menu was a good closure and we were both surprisingly full afterwards even though all the tapas were not that big. I’d be super down to try their other restaurants!

My friend and I enjoyed the overall experience of the tasting menu, but wouldn’t recommend it as it didn’t include popular dishes like the patatas bravas, sea bass croquettes, paella, or garlic shrimp. The star dishes were definitely the Katsu and the pork cheek.

Food was pretty good but quite poor in value. Upstairs looks great but downstairs felt like a school lunchroom; ambiance was awful. Asked if lactose intolerance or allergies could be accommodated and was told the chef is very particular about their dishes. Cocktails were amazing. The beef tartare would’ve been a slam dunk if it had a raw egg yolk. Sardines were fantastic. The beef katsu sandwich was disappointing given the hype; the pieces are impossible to bite into - requiring instead cutting it up which makes an un-fun mess. The tomate was fun but definitely gimmicky; a must try once if visiting the restaurant but not something that’ll be ordered again. Service was alright although the servers may have been stretched too thin to give the proper amount of attentiveness.

I booked Nai for my wifes birthday and it was just excellent. Easily the best tapas restaurant weve ever been to (and we love tapas). The food was super tasty and so unique. Service was brilliant and friendly. 10/10.

Amazing experience. Did the Chef Tasting and could not have been happier. Staff was super attentive and friendly, the food was just an explosion of flavors yet every course was light so you didnt get that too full feeling, it was just perfect! With unlimited sangria plus a few dishes came with a certain wine pairing. Could not have been happier with our 1st visit!

It honestly feels like I havent had a proper sit-down dinner like that in a long while. This meal reminded me of the times before the pandemic when I would do my research and hunt down restaurants with interesting modern interpretations of traditional cuisine.Some dishes blew me away: the vinegar-soaked cherry tomatoes, the katsu sando and the japanese-flavored paella that seemed to use chopped up vermicelli rather than bomba as the base. I also very much enjoyed the patatas, which was definitely double- or triple-fried for extra crisp.I hope the outdoor dining rules stick beyond the pandemic; it was such a beautiful evening out.1. Pulpo a la Gallega (La Coruna-Galicia imported octopus, boiled; spanish smoked de la vera paprika; extra virgin olive oil + mediterranean Sea salt)2. Tomate Desnudo (napa grape cherry tomato; gazpacho gelatin; arbequina extra virgin olive oil; Pedro ximenez sherry vinegar; mint + cilantro + mediterranean sea salt)3. Tartare (45 day aged prime ribeye; Jerusalem artichoke + cilantro + lime; pedro ximenez sherry vinegar; arbequina extra virgin olive oil)4. Alioli Prime Rib Katsu (45 day aged prime ribeye; estrella Galicia beer batter; padron pepper; hokkaido milk bread + garlic alioli)5. Patatas Bravas (fire roasted plum tomato sauce; spicy Spanish smoked de la vera paprika; chipotle alioli)6. Fideua (catalán toasted pasta paella; pei mussel + little neck clam + wild pink shrimp; garlic alioli + tobiko + nori seaweed)7. Coconut Flan8. Not Spanish Girlfriend (jinro grapefruit soju, choya plum wine, champaigne, rose water, jamaica flower syrup)

We were deeply disappointed with the food quality at nai. for the price point, the food was not hitting the mark and out of the hundreds of places i’ve been to in new york, nai is close to the bottom of the list. we ordered several cocktails, all were fine and somewhat creative which was fun. we ordered a salad, octopus, paella, croquettes, and katsu sandwich. everything was severely under seasoned and bland (especially the octopus), except for the paella which was probably the only thing that had flavor. the restaurant has a cute vibe, but the service is pretty subpar (waiters seemed too busy and we were seated 18 minutes after our reservation time). would not recommend.

We love trying Spanish restaurants in NYC, and we were so happy to try Nai! Food is excellent, we felt like home with Raul’s attentions. The menu offers traditional and fusion dishes, we tried both and we loved them!

Me and my family were there celebrating my mother’s birthday. I found the restaurant from people’s recommendation. I looked up the menu on their website before I decided to try it on. I always love the restaurant who had testing menu option. I called ahead to book the reservation and ask for the testing menu. We got there by 7pm on Wednesday. The place was pretty nice, I like the way how they decorated and set it up. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming. The testing menu which we ordered was included the sangria (they also have one with wine). Unfortunately I feel so sorry cuz couldn’t remember the name of each course. But they all so delicious for sure. Highly recommended to order the sea bass, 45 days aged prime ribeye KATSU, and the seafood pasta Paella. Will be back❤️

I didnt love the food. The beef tartare was good but not outstanding. The liver mousse was tasty but not unique. The bread portions were strange given it was clearly not enough for the food given and an odd number of slides for 2 people. The octopus tasted great but strange in texture.Late getting us to a reserved table and clearly its an issue based on the reviews and how skilled the hostess was in apologizing. The decor is clean, and they have a cute waiting area that maximizes for space.

This was a great place for tapas at a decent price. The food was well plated and tasty. The only thing is I wish the sangria was stronger as I just felt like I was drinking ice water. Maybe next time I will opt for the wine pairing. Other than that I recommend this place, I hope to go back when the dancers are there.

What can I say’’ The best tapas restaurant in NYC !Excellent Service . We don’t make reservation we just walk in and I was really surprised How good the food was , we order 6 tapas and it was great amount for me and my friend, we ordered a bottle of red wine that made me love Spanish Wines , I was very impressed that they have a great wine list that absolutely we will be back to try, For dessert we ordered the brûlée is very refreshing. I can’t wait to go back and try different tapas and different wine.Highly Recommended 5+

It was really nice having my boyfriends birthday lunch there. The chef gave us a glass of sangria for free and a small pudding cake for gift, which we were really thankful. And all the dishes are tasty. I especially like the shrimp and the potato (Sorry I cant remember Spanish name, too hard for me lol)

The food was incredible! The wine was outstanding! Annie provided us with excellent service. I highly recommend this place if you enjoy tasting a variety of dishes and sharing plates.

My favorite dishes are: Chicken liver, ribs. Their paella is special (made with pasta and salmon roe if I remember correctly), recommend if you are looking for something different, but the flavor is okay-ish

Unusual tasty cocktails. Great wine list. Very helpful sommelier. Wonderful Chilean sea bass, pear and endive salad, portobellos in truffle oil. Finished with lovely, light and refreshing special brûlé.

Fun tapas, on the heavier richer side not much in terms of lighter options to mix it up,(meaning heavily fried and sauced) wish they had a full bar ...soju, although a nice option and on trend, is very high in carbs

Service and wine are excellent, but the food is hit or miss and pricey for what it is.

The sea bass is the best dish of these three I ordered. It’s crispy outside, juicy inside and the sauce goes well with the bass. Steak sandwiches taste like they were prepared and heated just before serving, but at least they taste good. The seasoning of paella is too greasy, and I guess the chef does some changes to innovate, but it actually barely satisfactory.

The restaurant is amazing, every tapa was a different kind of surprise! Make sure to try the fideua, croquetas and katsu! They were all incredible!!The white wines were also amazing, so different and fresh!Annie was our server for the night, she was so attentive, polite and preoccupied with our wellbeing. We were celebrating our wedding anniversary and she was so happy about it that made us even happier!!Thank you for the amazing night and experience!

Cool and comfortable decor. Exposed concrete, unique chairs, bits of copper, big windows. Upstairs screams intimate wedding reception or shower. The chef is a master at combining textures to enhance the experience. The Chilean Seabass dish is a great example. Very crunchy on the outside, soft and creamy fish inside. The deep fried short ribs were decadently tender with a slight crispiness and served over a small pasta cooked in meat juices...YUM. if you are a fan of octopus, it is served sliced thin and it is both very tender and flavorful. The blueberry sangria is a new favorite! The coconut flan is the perfect delicate texture and delicious! The staff is both efficient and personable. The manager, Raoul, from Spain is extremely friendly and a perfectionist who knows how to treat patrons and make your dining experience special. I will definitely be going back to try more of this very interesting menu.

Was there long ago for a birthday brunch. Had the best service ever. Our server (I wish I could recall his name) was beyond amazing. Food was very good as well. I will definitely go back sometime.

Phenomenal from start to finish. If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Everything was amazing! We had trouble deciding what to order. The service was by far the best service I’ve had in New York City. The Brussel sprouts were our favorite along with the lamb stew. Definitely want to come back to watch some flamenco!

This place is absolutely fantastic. Not only is the food amazing but the service is absolutely spectacular. Make sure to stop by and enjoy Raul’s fantastic menu

Great food with great service!

Nice place. Highly recommended.The staff was nice and helpful, but not too pushy.We ordered bravas, octopus, croquetas, churrasco and a bottle of white wine. Desserts are simpler, we ordered the chocolate mousse and it was good but not wow. We’ll be coming back :)

My favorite tapas place in the city! Dishes are unique and creative, great spot to take friends visiting from out of town. Also had great cocktails here :)

10/10 a must if you’re trying new spots in NYC.What a perfect place to enjoy to many flavors in beautiful plates.An special thanks to Sophie, she’s the best ✨

Great food and wine selection. The interior is very modern and stylish. Fantastic service.

Great attentive service, good seating. small portions for the price. tad over priced. ambiance was lacking with the cement patched walls. potatoes were tasty. croquettes were good. oxtail was done very well and would order it again!

I recently dined at Nai Tapas Restaurant and it was an extraordinary culinary experience. From the moment I walked in, the warm, inviting ambiance and tasteful decor set the stage for a delightful evening.The menu is simple , offering an impressive array of tapas. Each dish we tried was a masterpiece of flavor and presentation. The patatas bravas were perfectly crispy with a smoky, spicy sauce that had just the right amount of kick. The gambas al ajillo were cooked to perfection, and bursting with garlic and olive oil.The highlight of our meal was the fideau, a rich and aromatic dish brimming with fresh seafood, pork sausage , and perfectly cooked pasta noodles infused with saffron. It was a symphony of flavors that transported us straight to the heart of Spain.The service was impeccable. Our server was knowledgeable and passionate about the menu, offering excellent recommendations and ensuring that our dining experience was seamless. The attention to detail and genuine hospitality made us feel like honored guests.The wine list is thoughtfully curated, featuring a selection of Spanish wines that complement the food beautifully. We particularly enjoyed a glass of Albariño & Tempranillo , which paired wonderfully with our tapas.Nai restaurant is more than just a meal; its a journey through Spains rich culinary landscape. Whether youre a tapas aficionado or a first-timer, this restaurant promises an unforgettable dining experience. I cant recommend it highly enough and cant wait to return for another taste of Spain!

Good was delicious and fun. Staff was really nice. Would go back!

The service is professional and the atmosphere of the indoor seating is perfect. The food portion is small and a little bit overpriced. Some foods like scallops or octopus have some weird texture. But others like steak katsu tastes really good

Service was excellent, food presentation was great. Most of the items ordered were good but bot amazing.

If you really want to enjoy Spanish food this is the right place !And if you want to great service ask for server Carlos he is one of the best server in NYC me and my wife have our best time here!Thank you to Nai !Thank u to С Ruben !We really recommend Nai!

Delicious, innovative take on Spanish tapas. It’s like Spanish tapas with a splash of Japanese influence.

Nai Tapas was super packed and we arrived late courtesy of the Williamsburg Bridge. Had to wait forour table but fortunately, their friendly staffs seated us at the waiting area with some champagne while enjoying the intimately decorated restaurant. Nai, meaning mother in Gallego, is an innovative kind of cuisine by Chef Ruben Rodriguez. Appetizers simply melts in your mouth with such a delicious distinctive taste. That 45-day aged prime ribeye katsu will be nothing you’ve ever had before. They also have a complimentary Flamenco show performing on every Saturdayat 7pm and 9pm. Seating is on a first come first serve basis but hurryup and make your way to Nai Tapas for the ultimate Galician experience!

Had my rehearsal dinner at Nai and we all had a wonderful time! They have private space for us (party of 20), it was spacious and perfect for the occasion. Food was delicious (Paella and the scallops were my favorite) and the servers were attentive, kept our sangria glasses full the whole night🍷 Nai was the perfect choice for my party 🥳

Nai was fabulous. Service is great. The food is delicious, cocktails are fantastic. Especially loved the mushroom carpaccio.

*update they graciously provided us a full refund which was very appreciated.Very disappointing meal for my boyfriend and me. First I would like to say that our server was very nice and did the best he could regarding the situation. We got the valentine’s day special which was a total rip off considering how mediocre the tapas was. The patatas bravas came out steaming as if they were microwaved and were texturally both hard and mushy. The scallop crudo was warm and sour? Maybe that was the flavor profile they were going for.. but it was definitely not a pleasant or what I expected from a crudo. We kept hoping the dishes would taste better as the course continued especially because this was a $250 meal (not including alcohol) and there was nothing to do but hope for the best.. The beans in the octopus dish were hard and under seasoned, the steak was also under seasoned and extremely chewy. Weirdly it was covered under a bed of kale that was not dressed at all.. I couldn’t believe not a single dish was good. Overall a deeply underwhelming, mediocre, and extremely overpriced meal.If the meal wasn’t as expensive as it was, I don’t think I would feel so upset. We had high hopes considering the reviews we’ve read, but seemingly it’s just a mid place that is fueled by the NYU crowd. Maybe if there were flamenco dancers this evening the meal would’ve had more flavor.. who knows.. I’ve been to Spain many times and could have ordered all the same things at any of the amazing restaurants in Barcelona for much less than 50€ for the two of us.

Every dish we ordered was so good, cod was the best

We are at Nais last night and I have to say the photos and reviews on here do not do the restaurant justice. We sat downstairs (not for the show) and ordered various tapas dishes. The service, food and atmosphere were great - highly recommend!

Food 7/10Honestly everything was just relatively fine. We ordered four tapas, and only the cod toast really impressed me. Everyone was raving about the steak katsu sandwich, but ours just was not tender enough, even though it was a medium rare. Lacked seasoning too. The squash lacked flavor too. The cod toast was great because the fish itself was super tender, but the toast was very crispy. The roe on top also added to the combination of textures. Fideua was a paella thing except with really short noodles and not rice, a very unique dish that was fun to try but flavors were pretty much just salt.Atmosphere 9/10Lovely minimalist interior design. It was empty for brunch on Sunday except for us though.Service 9/10Sweet server.

The food was good! The pallea was interesting, instead of rice they use pasta rice, which dries out much slower. Innovative food? Maybe. Great flavors? Yes!

The food are great. But I wonder if anyone knows how to get in touch with the staff there? My friend and I went today for dinner and left our umbrellas there…we kept calling but it seems like the phone number does not work. Please let us know if you have some idea! Thanks!

Delicious food along with live flamenco music and flamenco dancers 💃 olé!The sardines were ok and so was the sangria... I would likely avoid them next time to try other menu items I didnt try this go-around.The chick peas were nicely spicy and I would order again.The braised lamb and the ham croquettes were delicious, definitely each worthy of a repeat.Hubby was very happy with his rib eye as were those that ordered the grilled octopus.And the dessert was sweet but light.

Came here with a big party of 14 and was served very well, in addition to the food being excellent. The portions of the tapas were decently large and this is one of the rare restaurants where you can order 1 of everything on the menu and everything is actually really good. Very impressed! We even got free dessert on the house.

Overall dishes were all great.Need to order 2-3 tapas per person to fill up your stomach at least. Some dishes come in 2 pieces, so ask the staff when you order if you are with a party with 2+ people.

Classic, properly-presented tapa selections with some contemporary touches, wonderful ambience for any types of occasion, friendly servers all around.

A meal spot, where consists of good vibe, comfy service, great great food, delicious sangria & a chef and owner who loves to take care of his customers! 🙏🙏🙏

Wonderful meal, service and entertainment. The staff couldn’t be warmer and the food was incredible. We had the ribs, octopus, portobello mushrooms, and fideua. And the wine was the best I’ve probably ever had. We will 100% be back.

Food is perfection, and service is amazing. Every dish is visually beautiful, so creative, fresh and delicious! The menu consists of shared plates-tapas, they are a bit on the pricey side but it’s definitely worth it. They have good portions compared to other similar restaurants. And for a true fine dining experience in NYC, it’s actually cheap!Fried artichoke, sardine, scallops and portobello carpaccio are MUST HAVES!

Surprisingly good food and overall way exceeded our expectations. The fish was fresh. The ribs were delicious. Presentation was also nice. Only downside is that it is pricey for what it is. For the two of us with one drink each and 4 tapas (which wasn’t super filling) the bill came to 150. Add in a dessert and couple more tapas, the bill would have been 225-250 which is a bit much for an EV no frills restaurant.

Flavorful, creative tapas, well done! A bit loud but really recommended overall

Food was great! Definitely somewhere to order for the table and share everything. I loved the Octopus and the steak sandwich. Wish both were larger portions though.

Dishes sound great but are just too salty and acidic. Tasted grains of salt in multiple dishes. We probably ordered the entire menu but I cant remember any good dishes. Cocktails try to be more creative but end up just being too sweet with no alcohol flavor. Wine list was reasonable though and the staff was very nice.

Amazing tapas, sangrías, desserts and atmosphere. Nai is a MUST visit when you’re in NYC.

I think it used to be better at the other location from years ago... they had live flamingo dances on the second floor, decorations and vibes that felt more homey. This location felt a lot more bougie and clean, but I miss the homey vibe from before.Food is still amazingly though!! My favorites are the paella (one of the best Ive ever had), the unique cocktail flavors, and their desserts.4 star because it became so expensive and my wallet is crying.

Some dishes are okay, some are pretty lame. Everything is quite expensive tho, hence I dont recommend it. The sea bass is interesting, along with the mushroom. The octopus isnt that great. The steak sandwich is the most disappointing one -- the beef isnt that great and seasoning is pretty meh.

Didn’t really like most of the dishesThe tuna is under seasoned. 1/5The chicken liver mousse is sweet which is unexpected in a bad way😅 2/5The paella is actually cut pasta so the texture is a bit weird. But overran has great sauce and taste. 3/5The octopus is ok but I like it’s all soft without any crispy part which I prefer 3/5The portobello mushroom is absolutely the best on the table!!! Highly recommend it. The truffle oil is awesome and the topping is scrumptious.

Overall great experience! Will definitely come back again for more dishes to try. Also recommended to my friends.Each dish is small but very tasty and we ordered 5 dishes for 2 people plus 1 dessert.The small tomato with jelly is very special and it is a must try! Sea bass with crispy shell is also highly recommended! Love it!

An elegant surprise! Delicious food, much of it prepared table side. Superb flavors easily scaled to any appetite or budget.

There’s flavorful Spanish tapas that serve as perfect bites to accompany your wine. The katsu sandos were pretty big in portion and the spicy aioli gave it even more flavor. And Spanish dish with japanese twist- lots of seafood and tobiko! The skirt steak was a delish shareable plate, and the shrimp gambas and potato bravas were the perfect small snacks.

I came here last night in a party of 6 to celebrate my birthday. Firstly, the food was amazing. Highly recommend the portobello carpaccio, the fideua, and the ribeye sandwiches. More importantly, the service was some of the best I’ve received in the city recently. Over the course of the evening, the waitstaff brought me a rose, a vase for flowers a friend brought, and a complementary dessert and glass of Prosecco. Nai made my night, and I’m already planning to come back asap. Must try!

We had 2 Sangria Pitchers and 5 dishes. Sangria’s were amazing but food was big disappointment. There are few points on the food:(1) Food is not delicious; I would say it is just fine but the at the price they are selling is not worth.(2) The portion size is very small as you are in super fancy restaurant, or I would say smaller the super fancy restaurant.The staff was polite and courteous. The ambience – place, background music, décor was great. But don’t recommend the place, the food is not great and not value for money.

Perfect date spot or place to catch up with friends. Definitely order the white sangria!

Very tasty

Excellent service and delicious food. We were taken care of start to finish by Raúl, who gave us insights and background into the dishes. The dishes were either super traditional tapas dishes or tapas fused with Asian or Mediterranean tastes. You get great value as each tapas dish is large for tapas and fantastic cocktails are super reasonably priced. You will have a great experience at Nai.

This is such an amazing place, especially for birthdays. I came with friends for the 7:30 flamenco show.First, the service was excellent - the upstairs was fully booked, but we really wanted to come so Alessandro called me half an hour before the show (as soon as another group cancelled) and accommodated us.The waiters were super attentive and the flamenco dancers brought out all of the birthday people to teach them flamenco.The food was also spectacular - most things are great, but I particularly recommend the sea bass and the potatoes with aioli.Have been back twice and will keep coming.

The service is really good. The waitress was helpful and attentive but she has a thick accent 😂 so I had a bit hard time to understand.The drinks and food are on the pricey side. Tastes and presentation are really good. The food are not overly-sauced or too salty as most restaurants are.We got an almond cake as complimentary dessert. I was amazed by the taste! Must-try!Went on a Thursday night. Disappointed that we couldn’t sit on the second the floor😕where I heard the view is nice. So that deducts one star from the overall experience.

We booked a 9 PM reservation at Nai specifically because their website clearly states that flamenco shows are at 7 PM and 9 PM every Saturday. My family, including relatives visiting from out of town, were so excited about this experience and had been looking forward to it for weeks.However, on the day of our reservation, the host called to inform us that the show was actually at 8 PM—completely different from what their website advertises—and they could not accommodate us at the time. This was extremely frustrating and disappointing. We chose this restaurant specifically for the dinner and show experience and planned our evening accordingly.It’s unacceptable for a business to provide inaccurate information on their website, especially for something as important as showtimes, which people plan their entire evening around. To make matters worse, they made no effort to make it right or find a solution for us.We expected a special evening, and instead, we were left scrambling to make alternate plans. If you’re booking here for a flamenco show, beware—their advertised times may not be accurate, and they don’t seem to prioritize customer satisfaction.Let me know if you’d like to customize this further!

I tried Nai years ago, and remember liking the food there. So I was excited to go back again when my friend suggested tapas for her birthday dinner. Our party of 4 had a 6:30 reservation on a Friday.For drinks, I had the Central Park Carousel (Yuzu sake, Moroccan black olive-washed vermouth, raspberry, lime, ginger, cava), which I really liked. It wasn’t overly sweet, and it was refreshing.Overall, the food was only okay. It was kind of pricey for what it was. We ordered a bunch of plates to share:Portobello Carpaccio (truffle oil, marcona almond, manchego) - this was probably the best dish of the night. There were a lot of flavors but everything went well together. The marconas were a nice complement to the trufflePatatas Bravas (with chipotle aioli) - can’t really go wrong with fried potatoes, but not the best patatas bravas I’ve hadSea Bass Toast (with tobiko and orange) - I liked the tobiko but I remember the sea bass being a bit dryGarlic Shrimp - this was very underwhelming. It tasted like they got the shrimp from the frozen section of a Shop RiteOctopus - this was actually pretty good but it was bland. Salt would have helpedFideua (similar to paella, with mussels, clams, shrimp, tobiko, nori, and aioli) - interesting take with the tobiko and noriSkirt steak - this was good. The dipping sauce it came with was niceI think the dishes are very well presented and very pretty. Unfortunately, they look better than they taste. I probably won’t be back for a third visit.

This restaurant is simply magical! The food was not only superb but also amazed us with its variety of flavors and quality ingredients. The service from PJ and Annie was top-notch - they created a cozy and welcoming atmosphere that made us feel right at home. We must also mention the friendliness of the hostess who greeted us with a smile and warmth. Our visit to this restaurant left an incredibly pleasant impression, and we will gladly return here again! A big thank you to the entire staff for a wonderful evening!

Cute restaurant and great food! Definitely on the pricier side and does get pretty busy for dinner, so make sure to get a reservation. Staff was great and attentive throughout the night.We were a group of 3 and we ordered:- Portobello Carpaccio- Brussel sprouts- Gambas (one of our favorites of the night)- Octopus (good but wish this was seared a bit more, texture was a bit slimy)- Chorizo (delicious! I liked the bread it came with too)- Croquette (another favorite of mine)- Oysters (very different and tasty, highly recommend)- Churrasco (cooked well but could probably skip)- Yuzu creme brulee for dessert (could also skip on this)We enjoyed all the dishes and were stuffed by the end. After 4 glasses of wine, the total with tip came out to around $320.

Update: love the vibe and interior decor of the new location!Great selection of tapas, we wanted to try everything! Couldnt order that much with only 3 people, but we loved the flavor profiles of everything we tried. There were classics as well as some fusion and Asian influenced flavors. They had fun fruity sangrias that are worth getting as well.They presentation of everything was also very thought out. Every dish was presented beautifully, and many with a fun flourish or twist. It was surprisingly considering how low-key the place seemed from the outside as well as the overall laid back vibe of the space! Def will be back with more friends next time!

Shocked I havent left a review as Ive been going to Nai for 10 years. This is their third location for me and the food is the best yet! Our server was very helpful steering us towards a great bottle of a tempranillo blend. The stand out dishes for us were the endive salad, sea bass, baby back rib. I also recommend getting the pulpo because its such a filling dish! And for those that like it - the chicken liver mousse is superb. Sad I didnt take any pictures but everything looks as good as the picture they post. Ive been greeted by the owner every time Ive gone. Hes always so nice and clearly takes pride in is restaurant. I look forward to going back many more times in the future.

I had been to this restaurant before when they were across the street and really liked it. Our experience at this new location was very different. The food was very average for the price. We ordered the tuna crudo, the shrimp, ny strip, and patatas bravas. The tuna is served with crushed ice on it so it’s very watery. The steak was fine but had breadcrumbs all over it which took away from the flavor. They also did not have a working bathroom, so I’m surprised they were allowed to stay open.

I can not express how truly amazed and grateful to have experienced Nai. Chef Ruben and Sommelier Raul have truly invested time and patience into developing the quality assurance of all guest experience. We held an amazing birthday dinner for my sister that went off without a hitch and the staff was so accommodating and knowledgeable about each dish for our guest.Nai is the THEE go to in New York City and I am extremely excited to try out Chef Ruben’s many other projects in the city and to refer friends for an amazing night out with quality food, beverage and hospitality.Cheers to Team Nai!

The one place I enjoy going to especially with visitors and friends is Nai Tapas. The only thing is when they have Flamenco dancing, it is a little harder to book at the dancing times. I would always suggest to book at least 3 weeks in advance if you are having a small party get together. They make a nice sangria, either red or white...had both. Plus they have a nice selection of beers and wine. John, the big guy there is just as pleasant as he always been. Got there a little earlier and he sat us done immediately near the stage. He always knows I drink the Porter from Spain which I posted in the pictures. It is a good porter and not bitter at all. Everything we ate was just getting better. Even the bread that comes on the table is good with the Virgin olive oil. They updated the big clunky bar and put a smaller one where they can fit about 18 more people in the restaurant. The Flamenco is good on a tiny stage, but the 2 young girls are very pleasing to the eye. They both have slightly different styles, but very passionate and effective. Got a feeling the guy, guitar who may be the head, may be the driver of the dancers.if you could come here once a week, I would not blame you. Between the service, food and the Flamenco...you have a very entertaining evening!

Im glad I found this place! The girls do the work very professionally and quickly. Very clean and beautiful!

I like the food here, creative, delicious, with great presentation but a little bit expensive for the portion. The decoration is minimalism, modern and chic. What I don’t like the place is that the table for two people is a little bit small, and there is no place on the wall to hang your stuff if you wear an overcoat in the winter. The hook under the table is such a failure as you bag may fell off if you hang it there.

Superb food. One of the best in the village. Delicious and flavourful. The ribs. The artichoke. The paella. Can’t get enough.

Super fun spot! If you are looking for more than a meal this is s great option in the EV. The flamenco dancing and live music is great. The tapas are decent but the service is amazing. They were able to accommodate for a full vegan meal and the servers know the wine menu inside out!

Despite friendly staff and a nice environment, I was ultimately disappointed by their food. There were a few standouts- the mousse and sardina- but the other dishes lacked spirit. The carpaccio was drowned in overpowering truffle oil, the calamari was one-note, and the endiva was a poorly executed salad course barely mixed or dressed. I hope in the future they can capture more of the fun energy that Galician food (and Spanish food broadly) has to offer.

One of the best restaurants weve been to in the city (seriously). We had the tasting menu with sangria and it was phenomenal. We also were seated outside but it started to get pretty chilly and they were able to accommodate us inside quickly! Excellent COVID procedures. Rosa guided us through our meal and it was a joy! Recs: bocadito and the salmon; also the champagne sangria was unreal. will be going back with our friends!!!!

Great food, great service. I love the Sangria, Paella (except for a little bit too salty) and sea bass. They are innovative, different from what you can get from traditional Spain restaurants, and the taste is even much better than food from some of the restaurants in Spain.

This is a nice place to grab some tapas. The portions are generous and everything was tasty. Highly recommend if you are in the area for some tapas.

Cant recommend this place enough!Service A+Food A+Atmosphere& Ambience A+I attended a dinner party for a group of 9 and we were so well taken care of and accommodated unlike any other restaurant Ive been to with such a large group. We never had to wait or try and catch the attention of the staff and all interactions were so pleasant. The general manager and the chef himself were out and around checking on people, which really speaks to how much they care about their patrons experiences.The food was incredible though! Honestly some of the best food Ive had. Here are my personal favorites that are MUST haves:1. Lubina (Chilean Sea Bass)2. Pulpo (Octopus)3. Endivia4. Carpaccio5. Katsu (Steak Sandwich) -- My personal FAVORITE!6. Costilla (Rib)The cocktails were delicious—I had the Central Park Carousel and it was light and refreshing—and had I had more room I would have eaten every bite on my plate!Im definitely going to try and come here for my own birthday and am excited for another wonderful meal and night!

The food here is amazing! The food melts in your mouth. Nothing is what you expect. The croquettes were light and dissolved into your mouth. The Chilean Seabass was incredible! The paella too. Sangria was light and flavorful. You will definitely remember your meal here! The dining area was somewhat loud, mostly due to zero sound dampening but the foods are so delicious you leave happy and taste buds delighted

Food tasted good and efficient service. However both of me and my husband got sick; I had a stomachache all night which doesn’t happen often and my husband threw up the pasta paella this morning. I’m not sure what went wrong as if the seafood were bad I would have been able to taste it. Hence two stars for the needs to investigate...

We had a group here for a birthday and we had so much fun! The tapas were tasty and the live flamenco show @ 8:30PM was spectacular. After the show, they brought up my friend who was celebrating her birthday for a flamenco lesson. The waitress was very attentive and she had great suggestions for food/drink. I will return!

I LOVE THIS PLACE!!! I go there once or twice a year. The food is good, the atmosphere is fun and friendly and the Flamenco dancers (if you get to see them) are phenomenal. You can have a full entree or just share tapas with your friends, cant go wrong with either. And the Sangria is to die for.

Food was less than expected by NYC standards, we ordered 8 dishes, 3 of them were good all of them needed salt. The atmosphere was bad, we went at night and it was far too bright inside, the music was awful, and the decor was confusing. The one bright spot was our server who was very upbeat and friendly.

Always a pleasure to visit Nai Tapas.

Updated review in 2023:Leaving a new review to build on the one that I left ~3 years ago.Although Nai has shifted locations across the street, it continues to be one of the best restaurants in NYC.Ambience:Nais new location is very interesting, decorated in a slightly more modern/chic way than their previous location. We sat right near the street side and it was a wonderful experience.Food:Not only have I never had a bad experience with Nai, Ive never had a bad dish from them. Theyre frequently adding new and interesting tapas and drinks to the menu that Im excited to try. Each dish is wonderfully prepared, seasoned, and presented. Although some are on the simpler side (the shrimp, for instance, is basically prepared in a mixture of butter, lemon, and paprika), its done very well.Service:Our server, Annie, was attentive and kind. She helped make our anniversary dinner special, always making herself available whenever we needed something but not being overbearing in any way. In addition, the restaurant comped some glasses of dessert wine which came alongside our cheesecake dessert.Nai continues to impress and Ill continue to be a loyal patron in the future.Review from 2020:Nai Tapas is far and away one of the best restaurants in New York. From the moment that my wife and I walked in to the moment we walked out, it was clear how much care and detail went into every inch of this place. All of the staff are incredibly friendly and happy to accommodate any patron.The ambiance of the place is phenomenal, with every vase, every flower, every chair chosen with acute attention to detail. Additionally, every Thursday and Saturday you have the opportunity to see an excellent live flamenco show.It has all of this going for it without even mentioning the food which is phenomenal. All of the dishes are created by chef Ruben Rodriguez, a man wholly deserving of a Michelin star or two. The tapas are small but, if you listen to the staff on how much you should order for your party, you will walk away feeling very satisfied. I will be recommending this place to every person I know.

The food was incredible (and I will return to try more) but the drinks… left a lot to be desired. They don’t have a liquor license so they only have beer, wine, and fermented cocktails. And all of the cocktails (sangria included) were so incredibly sweet.I’d just get wine next time.

Me and my brother come here almost every month !!! This is 100% one of the best restaurants in nyc! Coming from us it means a lot because we have been working in the restaurant industry for over 10 years and know what is expected -food quality and customer service. We always get the tasting menu which is soooo worth it you get amazing food for an amazing price!!! The plates aren’t big but if your into having small bites of different and new tastes, textures and flavors this is the place for you! They’re sangria is amazing last time we tried the blueberry. My brother was skeptical but we were offered it to try and were told if we don’t like it they will let us chose a different one. Obviously it was amazing like everything else they serve .Our top favorites are the katsu, salmon w/saffron , mushroom carpaccio, and the spicy carrots!The staff is always super nice and we always wonder if they remember us from previous times.Thank you for being our go-to spot !!

The explosion of flavors it’s something unique and delicious. Each dish has a signature taste that makes your mouth not just water but go into a culinary trip.We order a little bit of everything: pulpo, sea bass, pimentón, ribs, gambas, accompanied by wine or sangria according to each dish.

Nice interior, awesome food.😋😋

Food was tasty if a little expensive. Service score is lower as some of the staff were a bit aggressive. Everyone has a bad day Im sure, my review is based on my experience of their bad day.

A beautiful venue with excellent service. The food presentation was top notch, but at the end it didn’t raise the bar, but rather sat at the line without distinguishing itself. It was, in all sense of the word, average.

Wow, Nai exceeded my expectations. Everything was SO delicious. We ordered: the Spanish mackerel, Patatas bravas, endive salad, leek quiche, short ribs, and garnacha wine.Each dish had a main feature but the garnishes were some of my favorite parts. The candied pecans in the endive salad tied it all together. The garlic mousse that came with the quiche was so innovative, I never would’ve thought to make that. The thinly sliced EVOO soy sauce garlic bits were a delightful addition to an already delicious Spanish mackerel. Everything was divine. My partner said it was the best quiche he’s ever had (i agree) and the short rib was fall off the bone.I’m surprised I was able to book a table here with lots of open seats day-of on Friday bc it was so good. It was one of those meals that made me feel so grateful that I am able to eat such delicious meals.Only bad part—and this is absolutely a nitpick—was that the lights were on so bright. It felt like when you’re at a club at 4 AM and they turn the lights on to get you out. Management, lower the lighting please! I feel like by doing so it would complete the upscale ambiance.

BEST TAPAS EVER!!! Hands down the most authentic and well curated Spanish menu in The Village. Nai Tapas is absolute perfection. Staff was happy and smiling and bustling around with purpose. They were the icing on the cake for what was a completely perfect meal. I will be visiting again and again and again. Amazing food. Amazing place.

Unforgettable experience. You will never find something similar.

We were eating versions of dishes that Ive never tasted before. I would call it, unique takes on traditional dishes.The service was great in this hard to find, stark interior restaurant.

Came here with few of my colleagues. We got two pitchers of Sangria (they were awesome). There was good variety of tapas that were overall well-made. We ordered too many dishes for me to recall them here. Their desserts were decent...we ordered the churros, almond cake, flan, and creme brulee. Overall would come back as the experience was enjoyable. On a thursday night we were also treated to a performance by flamenco dancers. The price point is quite good despite its location. Place was also family friendly as there were quite a few tables with young children.

We had the pasta paella. Amazing. Wine was amazing.Service was above and beyond. Carlos took great care of us. V nice.We will be back

The fish and the pasta are so good. I also like the atmosphere, it is very chill. However, the price is so pricy, the average for one person is 40-50 dollars.

Literally wow. Cocktails and food. Everything was so delicious and reasonably priced for the amount and quality. Favorites were the mushroom carpaccio (so special and unique!) and the katsu sando 😮‍💨

Great food and service! Highly recommend the Chilean sea bass - theyre not kidding when they say just try it. Everything we got was delicious! Cant wait until they open at their new location to go back again!

Definitely this place exceeded my expectations on every level, usually when I go with friends to restaurants the food is usually very specific, here they offer fish, meat, chicken, and vegan. And you can mix the options and share! But definitely something I didnt expect was how good the cocktails tasted!(Also I think they changed the menu)

Amazing service but the food was just ok. Most dishes were too salty.

Food was very good but the waitress was trying so hard to hustle us to order more and get the more expensive wine that it made it really uncomfortable. I’m talking like she came to the table about 6 or 7 times to get us to order more stuff. Even poured 2 glasses of the expensive wine in the middle of the dinner to see if we would order another bottle. Probably not going back there.

Good food.

This place has the cutest ambiance and certainly the best pallela. Their new location is really great and the staff is so kind and professional. We come here often. It is great for group dinners or groups of four. Everyone we take also loves it.

A fantastic place! Already the menu is very original and gives a home/personal feeling.There is a big variety of dishes, all sorts of seafoos, sausages, meat and potatoes. The serving is already a visual pleasure, but then topped by the taste!Service was quick and polite. Not too crowded, cosy enough for a nice conversation over dinner

Seriously delicious food! Excellent service! The seats by the window are amazing.

Love Nai Tapas, they moved from their original location and the new location is much roomier and very contemporary looking! If you come on a Thursday you get to enjoy live Flamenco dance on the second floor, make sure you make a reservation ahead of time to avoid disappointment! Everything we ordered was tasty, we had the classic Shrimp in Garlic Sauce, I could eat one ton of bread with the garlic oil/sauce from this dish! Brussel sprouts with pork belly tasted too good to be considered vegetables. Fried potatoes in garlic aioli was also a classic and a must order, plain delicious! The best dish we ordered that night has to be the braised short rib tempura, just try it! Classic sangria (by pitcher) went well with everything we had...

The food is delicious! However, beware, their portions are very small. This place is not ideal if youre in famine. Also, tapas are meant to be shared with other people, so if you go with a group ensure you get different tapas.

Went on a Friday around 7 without a reservation for two ppl. Was able to get a table immediately but the place quickly filled up. If you are looking for 8pm dinner, better make a reservation! I had been to their original location a couple of years back. The new space is very nice and open. Wait staff was very friendly and warm. Overall it was an enjoyable experience. Food ranged from good to pretty average. Menu is split into two, Modern tapas and Traditional tapas. The “Modern” tapas I think are more interesting - the noodle paella dish called Fideus was really good which was a mix of Spanish and Japanese flavors. For the price though, could have used more seafood. Another standout - a total sleeper! - was the cauliflower dish, again on the Modern tapas section. The Churrasco on the Traditional tapas was good but $33 good?? Not sure about that. So that’s my beef. I think in general, I felt prices were high for the quality and amount of food. But that’s what happens I guess for tapas or small plates. Also, absolutely ok to order just two or three (if you are really hungry with a big appetite) per person. We ordered 6 and we were way too full.

We were waiting for table for about 25 minutes, on Saturday night, we forgot to make a reservation, but my mom really wants to see the flamenco show, so we wait.the tapas were amazing, flamenco show was great, and the service very professional, our Server Carlos was amazing he knew the entire menu and the wine that went with the food we ordered,My mom still talking about Nai we cant wait to go back and bring my Family, but this time we have to make Reservation.

Very nice staff and I highly recommend the steak katsu

Overall, an enjoyable meal, but not somewhere Id feel the need to come back to.The service was the highlight, our waitress was friendly and efficient and the (owner? manager?) was willing to swoop in whenever we needed something. Plates were replaced when my companions requested and wine and water were consistently refilled.The food was hit or miss. Some dishes, like the tomatoes with consommé gelée, were lovely - light, fresh, and interesting. Also very enjoyable were the ravioli, the scallop crudo, and the carrots. The rest of the dishes were a bit of a disappointment. The serving of truffled portobello was too large and heavy to finish. The sea bass toast had too much toast and not enough bass. The cod was blah, overly creamy and not enough dimension.Wine list was nice, if short, and seemingly lacking any Spanish whites. We had a very enjoyable orange bottle from France. Didnt try any cocktails.The real hit for me was the noise level: you couldnt hear your companions talking whatsoever. There was no music playing, but the room had no batting whatsoever and the amount of noise was unbearable at times. Not what I would expect from a more intimate sit-down place like that.

Awesome tapas bar with great service. The staff is friendly and atmosphere is welcoming. Food was reasonably priced and delicious; would recommend getting any of their sangria pitchers too! Cant go wrong with the gambas or skirt steak.

I promise this is the best Spanish restaurant in NY!! I recommend their paella:)

I am Spaniard living in NYC, and I finally found something that I can’t get enough of!I love all the dishes, perfect for sharing and go with friends.

The tasting menu was great. The service was exceptional. Raúl was super attentive and genuinely cared about our dining experience. Id suggest the restaurant and would seek out Raúl!

I often have dreams about the paella.

I had a good time here! If I’m being honest, I couldn’t tell you what I had to eat because I didn’t order, but I do remember that I enjoyed it all. The service was really good and friendly here! Next time I come to Nai I want to head upstairs to see some of the dancing!

The PERFECT foodie journey in one sitting! I recommend eating downs stairs, or at the bar. My boyfriend and I had the pleasure of getting to know the chefs passion behind the ingredients that made up his familys legacy! The flavors dances on your palette telling a story of the chefs upbringings, like an autobiography foodie experience!The iberico jamon was heavenly, truly melts in your mouth... Its a Must savor! The Alhambra cerveza paired well with everything we had on the menu. Never had i ever had croquettes that blew my mind like theirs, and their version of chimichurri coupled with spicy pepper slices over skirt steaks truly hit the spot! Cant wait to come back and try the other half of the menu!!!

Not real tapas to share. Their paella has noodles instead of rice. Their portions are more for date night, not parties. Literally two of each for some orders. Be sure to ask how many could this serve. Although they hate that question. Do not recommend when out with friends. Their sangria was dissapointing too for a tapas bar. I will say they soaked their apples and oranges in wine jugs for a good time I can tell. But mix isnt what Id call a real sangria.

This was our second time at Nai. We had the carnitas tacos and patatas with Ali oli. A glass of Sangria which was filled to the top, so good we had a second round. For desert best chocolate filled churros. Everything was delicious and the staff was friendly and professional. I look forward to going again and trying more of their Spanish food.

The food tastes very delicious.

Amazing food and fun atmosphere. We caught the second Flamenco show and it was fantastic. We had to wait about 3 hours for the table so get there early to put your name on the list.

Don’t go here! Everything we ordered was unsatisfactory except for maybe the beef tartare. Their cocktails were literally soda water with syrup, and it still wasn’t good! I’ve been wanting to try this restaurant for months and had high expectations for their place. I usually love tapas, but the food here was not up to par. I’m not sure how they have 4.5 stars, it’s probably the worst of the higher end restaurants I’ve ever been to in NYC - that says a lot as I lived here my whole life.

When you know the food was excellent.Very good service.Highly recommend.Thanks to our sever Carlos to made our anniversary special.

Went here for a late dinner on the weekend. The place was really active and popular with great music and dancers. Food was very good and service was efficient given how busy it was. Overall and positive experience and would go back.

In my honest opinion, tapas are made for girls. Thats why weve decided to venture here during our girls night out. It wasnt a spectacular experience but it was suitable for a catharsis. In terms of the food and drinks, heres what I had to say...Blueberry Pomegranate Sangria - First pitcher was not potent. Second pitcher hit the spotChurrasco Arriero (skirt steak sauteed with garlic and spicy cherry peppers) - Best dish but TOO well done, which made it chewyLomo Adobado Con Pimientos Asados (seasoned pork loin with fresh roasted red peppers) - Definitely tender but lack of flavors. More gravy would be awesomePatatas Bravas (spicy potatoes gently coated with spicy house tomato sauce) - Perfectly seasoned with a mild kick. Sweetly donePatatas Alioli potatoes basted in a creamy garlic alioli sauce - Ultimately creamy but no garlic flavor. Tasted like plain mayoMejillones Rias Baixas (galician style mussels in garlic, virgin olive oil and white wine) - Bland. Sand. FlatPulpo A La Gallega (spanish octopus in virgin olive oil, sprinkled with sea salt and sweet paprika) - Nicely spiced but overcooked. A little texture would be greatEsparragos Navarros (imported white asparagus with a minced onion and pepper vinaigrette) - Fancy but the sogginess killed the asparagus tasteWith all the mentioned above, we still had room for dessert (which was what we were hoping for). This place is a little hard to find because we got misguided by the confusing Yelp (Google) map. However, the friendliness of the staff made up for it all. Will try to come back on a Thursday night to catch the live flamenco dance performance.

Really delicious and unique dishes, great service. Ambiance is loud

Very friendly waiters and delicious food!! I really recommend trying the portobello carpaccio! Different sections of fish, meat and vegetarian dishes which makes it easy to choose

Entered by chance in this bar... I have to say I got lucky! The owner is super kind, the place mice and the food delicious, true tapas, not the usual americanized ones u find in NYC. And the mango sangria...LOVED IT!

Disappointed ☹️ Made reservations for Flamenco show and dinner and was told seating area upstairs to watch show was fully booked. They sat us downstairs instead. If you go make sure you will be seated to watch the show. Miss the old Tablao Spanish flamenco restaurant 💃🏻

The staff and and service was great. Drinks were very diluted, couldn’t taste the alcohol.Limited good vegetarian options. The cauliflower is the best vegetarian thing on the menu.

I have been trying to go to Nai for a while but it was always packed. Then I finally got in and it was so worth it!. The service is excellent. I suggest making reservations . Try the patatas bravas! and pan tumaca for starters, gambas al ajillo and pollo al ajillo too. The wine was good too. You have the option of ordering many tapas or a big portion size as well. Difinetley a authentic spaniard spot.

The food is good, the service is not bad.

The Best tapas in NYCthey have great show on Saturdays,Carlos was amazing server.

This is my go to tapas place. The food is amazing. 2-3 tapas per person is a good amount of food. It can get busy on the weekends, so making a reservation is a good idea. On the weekdays, it is easier to get a table without reservation. Getting a mixture of seafood and meat is a good way to go.Food:Churracso Arriero (Shirt steak) - good choice if you like meat. sliced pieces of steak.Tostado de lubina (chilean sea bass wrapped in toast with serrano ham wrapped asparagus spears) - This is my favorite. Its crispy outside, sweet and moist inside with the sea bass.Chipirones en su tinta (calamari in its own ink) - this is a ok fish. I like others more.sardina a la plancha (grilled seasoned sardines over toast) - this is a large sardine over toast. you get a small fish bones and all. I like it.Good bread wish it was warm/toastedBoquerones (basque anchovies over toast) - similar to the sardines, but the smaller amount of fish, but very strong taste

Not sure why the restaurant staff do not wear masks at all. The servers do not wear a mask to serve the dishes. When they introduce the dish, their droplets will be on it. Again, vaccination DO NOT prevent infection of the COVID-19. Let alone the fact that the delta variant is significantly contagious.

This was amazing!I was very picky about the place, and this one looked so good from the outside, that we picked it!Honestly, we had zero expectations, this was so delicious that we had our minds blown away!!Service, food, presentation all of it was amazing!Definitely recommending!!! You will be happy!!

Overcrowded and seating arrangement was terrible... By the end of the dinner everyone in the party was grumpy.. the food was mediocre and the meat was tough... Saw an old lady fall because they decided to have a platform for some dancers. One guys plate broke and got all over my food. They cleaned it up but didnt bring any food. Not coming back to this place....

Wonderful wonderful tapas. When we were there they had live flamenco dancers and musicians perform. The space is well decorated and the churros are out of this world.

Wow, Nai was a surprisingly bad experience: High prices, small portions, watery cocktails, terrible lighting and blah decor. Decent service and tasty food, but not worth all the rest!

Excellent food with a contemporary take on Mexican fare. The service was fantastic as well

Exceptional service and delicious food. The food is authentic with a modern twist. Loved every bite. Fantastic place for a celebration or romantic dinner. Highly recommend

We went there for the bday of one of my friends as a big group. The restaurant was super fun and very happening with live music and dancers and interesting dishes. Would def go again to celebrate

Yum

Authentic tapas. Restaurant is a little loud and the portions are small. However, my date and I ordered a lot of tapas with 2 drinks each. The bill was very reasonable.

Nai is my favorite restaurant of all time in nyc. The mushroom carpaccio, paella fideos and sea bass are all must haves. Blueberry sangria is also great!

The sangria is fantastic. Small place so definitely make a reservation for a Friday or Saturday night, but great atmosphere. The service was great (and overall it was pretty affordable for the quality). Would definitely recommend!

I would give Nai ten stars if the app allowed me to do it. Found Nai by chance with a quick search, and were blown away by not only the delicious food, but also by the immaculate service. Jorge was friendly and attentive and gave amazing recommendations, and Carlos followed up with us to make sure my sister and I had everything we needed. Every item we tried had us Ooooooo-ing and Ahhh-ing. The queso was the perfect starter with warm bread and a sweet but not overpowering jam. I could die happy after trying the croquetas, and OH MY GOD THE CHOCOLATE MOUSSE. ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. I cannot wait to bring everyone I love back to Nai. Thank you Jorge, Carlos, Am and the Culinary Connoisseurs in the kitchen, you’re kings and queens of your craft.

Very nice place to enjoy authentic tapas and wine. They used to have a flamenco show, not sure if they still do but its pretty cool.

Great food, friendly service. So nice to find unpretentious tapas. Reminded us of the tapas we had in Barcelona. Simple food made from good ingredients. Cant wait to return.

Tomato toast is a must get!🍅

The food is amazing, and the service is impeccable. Its been a while aince we have experienced such hospitality, it is as tho the owners sole purpose is to show you a wonderful time. We will be back again and again.

I honestly WISH I could give them more stars than Google allows. They have blown me out of the water. It took me a while to gather my wits enough to attempt to express how astounding of an experience this place was. Gordon Ramsey would be PROUD.The ambience.The drinks.The staff.THE FOOD.We had the shrimp (Gambas), the squid (Calamar), oxtail (Rabo), potatoes (Bravas) — for drinks: the Fun Aunt drink, & the Shy Mother.Even the bread had me ready to abandon all my responsibilities and move here.All 10000/10. I really can’t say much more to have anyone grasp the chokehold this place will forever have on my heart.I’ll let the photo speak for itself.COME HERE. You would NOT regret it.

Nai Tapas Bar is a basement level eatery serving up a variety of Spanish small plates and sangria. The sangria here is some of the best in the city, with plenty of fresh fruit in a multitude of flavors and wine bases. Unfortunately, the tapas are hit or miss; patatas bravas were soggy and under seasoned while the tortilla espanol was dense and one-note. Not a bad option when in the East Village, but go elsewhere for better quality tapas.

It’s a 4.5~ Great food, great staffs.Wish the price could be lower a bit, but it’s New York

I just had my birthday party (10 people) there last night and it was perfect. The restaurant is beautiful, all the staff was impeccable and amazing. The food… it was beyond amazing. So flavorful, looked amazing and taste even better.I want to thank the staff and the chef for such an amazing birthday. I’ll be back soon!

Best and most authentic Spanish restaurant that Ive been to in the US. No weird experiments or fusion, real Spanish tapas. The pimientos de piquillo rellenos de bacalao were superb.

Best tapas outside of Gallicia. You will stuff yourself with tapas for hours and hardly notice the time slipping by. They also have live guitar music and flamenco dancers on Saturdays.

Manager was awesome!

One of the best all around restaurants in NYC. The classic dishes are better than most you would find in Spain. The contemporary fusion dishes still tastefully reflect traditional essence of tapas. Portions and prices are solid.It’s a beautifully designed restaurant that’s not tacky or gimmicky like most in the city. Modern yet cozy at the same time.The service was the best of all. Our server and the owner made it a special night for a special occasion!

Everything was great, seated really quickly. Waiter had recommendations as well. Food was great. Service was good.

Cozy tapas bar, flamenco show is outstanding!

Went for tapas after dinner! ordered the calamari dish and the pasta paella! pasta paella is very tasty and yummy w loads of seafood but the other one is kinda mid! Will def come back and try out more dishes!

One of my favorite tapas bars in NYC. Lots of options, not too expensive, extremely friendly staff, pitchers of sangria. Whats not to love?

I just got off this wonderful restaurant...The food was mouthwatering and i loved the food and the decor.It is like a mini fine dining.The waiter Carlos took good care of me and suggested great dishes that i throughly enjoyed.Thank you Carlos.I surely will be back.

Wonderful restaurant! Great tapas and entertainment. Oxtail, octopus, salt cod, chorizo w quail egg just to name some of my favorites.

I always have a good time at Nai. The food is great, the staff os friendly, and the flamenco show is a lot of fun (good idea if you have friends in town)!

Great and attentive service. Delicious food, very good wine. Great flamenco performance

So, I was only here briefly, and only had the croquettes de pollo, but they were amazing. Unreal, unbelievable, amazing. The staff was super friendly. I highly recommend

Food was delicious, many kinds of sangrías.Our server Vicente was really nice and attentive.Confortable place.

Amazing food, great wine selection and lovely service, will definitely be returning often.

Got disappointed the way they manage taking reservations. Had confusions on my reservation date and time because they keep on changing it. Good thing the day and time they changed our reservation date fits on our schedule. Otherwise we will cancel it.

Service was outstanding, my only complain is that it was a little pricey for me, but absolutely delicious food.Particularly the rice with poached egg was amazing.

Fantastic food. And great serviceDishes are small, best is to get a few and mix, aging taste. A friend invited me here, loved the food.

Everything was excellent, but the truffle mushroom almond dish was outstanding - and I look forward to getting it again and again. Everything is on the pricer side.Also, while many of the dishes are small plates, some are actually a little larger than they tell you (so I was surprised by that).Also shout-out to the servers.. really nice and attentive servers.

Raul and his team helped us to host the perfect large family gathering (35 adults plus kids) accomodating different dietary needs. They went above and beyond to ensure we enjoyed an unforgettable evening. We strongly recommend Nai for their food, the atmosphere, the staff and the location.

Certainly worth the price at this cute East-Villager. Just dont look for inspirational dishes. Its all good but standard fare.