Spanish Diner
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This is a dishonest/bait-n-switch place with deceptive managers/staff, who mislead patrons in order to get more money out of them. On Tuesday, Jan. 17, at 5pm, I went here for a business meeting and sat in the bar area for "Happy Hour." I was first told that "Happy Hour" prices were ONLY available AT the bar (instead of at our small two-top next to the bar, but still in the bar area). However, I asked the manager if we could still get "Happy Hour" prices since we were in the bar...read full review
I wanted to like Spanish Diner since I'm a huge fan of Jaleo and of Jose Andres, but the food was so lacking in finesse and taste, even for a diner. Patatas bravas was drowning in tomato sauce (I could barely taste the potato or aoli) and the bacalao over eggplant and tomato sauce had little flavor. The ham and cheese was tasty, but nothing to say "Spain" about it...mediocre food accompanied by a hefty price tag will keep me from going back. I'm so sad that Jose Andres missed...read full review
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The Spanish Diner offers a taste of Spain with its food and drinks. Standout dishes include white anchovies and chips, the delicious and authentic Patatas Bravas, Ensaladilla Ucraniana, Fried Cod with Manchego Pisto, and Chupito de Gazpacho. The grilled cheese sandwich with Spanish cheeses and sweet aioli is a popular choice. The chicken and rice is comfort food at its finest. The service is good and attentive, offering a pleasant slow eating experience. However, there can be issues with incorrect drink orders.