My boyfriend and I were super excited to try this place as we just moved around the corner. First I’ll say that the food is super yummy. I have never wrote a review because I work in the service industry but I could not believe how rude the owner was to us, I was shocked. My boyfriend is Hispanic and is super friendly to waiters and likes to engage/joke unfortunately that was not happening last night. Not only did the waiter give us attitude when we asked for a pitcher of sangria but he would not even look us in the eyes while we were ordering our food, quickly writing it down I said maybe he’s just stressed giving him an excuse. Two other parties than walked in (white) which he then proceeded to be super friendly and was telling them what was the house special (which he did not mention to us). I nicely said to him I just overheard you telling them the special would you mind repeating it for us and he rolled his eyes proceeded to say it and gives me a face like are you going to order it and my boyfriend just said awkwardly we just wanted to hear it and he walked away. Another family walks in and they were Hispanic which I saw being treated just like us not being walked over to, waiting to be ordered for awhile, and just super quick looking down responses. We were so excited after just being in Spain to find this place but sadly we will not be coming back after that experience!
Ramin Zabih
Excellent Spanish food in a very small space. Friendly service.
Margo De Santis
Very nice tapas in a family run setting. I'm a fan
Lion Uchiha
Great restaurant! I went to eat there with my girlfriend a couple of days ago and I recommend it to all Spaniards who want to feel like they're in our homeland again, even if it's just for one night. Carlos treated us very well and we will surely return. The food was GREAT 🤤 Until next time Lion
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pulpo a La Gallega, Tortilla Española, Iberico & Olives
Antonio Cabrera Garcia-Arevalo
Our experience in Madrid Temtempie was wonderful. Peaceful and intimate space. I truly recommend the croquetas, cheese board and iberico meats. Amazing!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pimientos del Piquillo, Pimientos Rellenos, Croquetas
Y. Espinal
Nice atmosphere, great service, superb dishes! They have Mocktails, I don't drink much so I find that very nice. I loved their Risotto with Shrimp and Scallops. Their mussels were awesome as an appetizer. Their Tiramiso was delicious. I can truly recommend it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Fille au boulot
I have been to this place a few times only when outdoor seating is available, the indoor area is crammed and you can hear what everyone is saying. But let’s move on. The food is great but the rigidity and inflexibility of the owners is off putting, they have no idea of what customer service is. I was walking back from work and I saw the outdoor tables available so I figured I’d stop by and have a quick bite (that’s their menu) but the owner quickly ran over to me to block me like a security guard and said he will not be serving food at the outdoor table, this time because of the rain?! At some point I did not know what he was talking about. All outdoor dining of the hundreds of restaurants on the avenue were full. Of course It was not raining, the rain was not expected until after 10pm when the place would be closed. Some manners in treating people would be very helpful
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
Michael Umile
A reservation is a really good idea. They fill up ASAP. These plates are amazing.
Vegetarian options: Plenty of items are vegetarian
Dietary restrictions: Tell them your allergies and they’ll mention the items safe / non-safe for you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
C Scrivo
I have a new favorite restaurant!
Out of pure happenstance I ended up at this lovely restaurant and it was a transformative experience. Carlos the owner helped guide us on a wonderful unforgettable culinary adventure that was both eye opening and a delightful sensory trip. There were fantastic aged meats and cheeses from Spain unlike any I've ever had. Tender fresh pulpo that almost melts in your mouth. Croquetas that you'll never forget. Many others!
You owe it to yourself to try this fantastic authentic culinary taste of real tapas cuisine from Spain and leave all the counterfeit tapas alone!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pulpo a La Gallega, Breaded Pork Chop, Pimiento Relleno, Estrella, Gambas Al Ajillo
Bashir Abdulkareem
Got turned away because I’m black? literally no one was sitting there and no one was there an hour later.
Delicious! Friendly service, relaxed atmosphere, will surely return!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pan Con Tomate
Oscar de Agustin
This cozy restaurant is the best Spanish Restaurant that I’ve been to in the US. I’m from Madrid, my standards for cuisine from Spain are very high and this is definitely the best place in NY-CT area. Much better than Barcelona and Basque Tapas Bar.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eric Duclod
Absolutely spectacular. I was in spain for 2 hours. Very authentic and delicious. A genuine experience with a reasonable sound level
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pan Con Tomate, Tortilla Española, Gambas Al Ajillo
Corey Gary
This is the most authentic Spanish restaurant I’ve been to outside of Spain, and my family is Spanish. It’s worth a visit from out of town. Carlos, the owner/bartender/server/busser/chef really takes a lot of pride in his restaurant. This place is truly special.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mejillones, Pan Con Tomate, Tortilla Española
Joanne Hogan
First time visit and most definitely will return. Have already sent two sets of friends… The food was fantastic and this is my kind of setting: small, intimate but not pretentious or fancy. Chef is a star and recommended the perfect plates and a great wine as well. The garlicky shrimp, patatas bravas and the tortilla espanola…table favorites. Next time we will make time for the paella.
My boyfriend and I were super excited to try this place as we just moved around the corner. First I’ll say that the food is super yummy. I have never wrote a review because I work in the service industry but I could not believe how rude the owner was to us, I was shocked. My boyfriend is Hispanic and is super friendly to waiters and likes to engage/joke unfortunately that was not happening last night. Not only did the waiter give us attitude when we asked for a pitcher of sangria but he would not even look us in the eyes while we were ordering our food, quickly writing it down I said maybe he’s just stressed giving him an excuse. Two other parties than walked in (white) which he then proceeded to be super friendly and was telling them what was the house special (which he did not mention to us). I nicely said to him I just overheard you telling them the special would you mind repeating it for us and he rolled his eyes proceeded to say it and gives me a face like are you going to order it and my boyfriend just said awkwardly we just wanted to hear it and he walked away. Another family walks in and they were Hispanic which I saw being treated just like us not being walked over to, waiting to be ordered for awhile, and just super quick looking down responses. We were so excited after just being in Spain to find this place but sadly we will not be coming back after that experience!
Excellent Spanish food in a very small space. Friendly service.
Very nice tapas in a family run setting. I'm a fan
Great restaurant!
I went to eat there with my girlfriend a couple of days ago and I recommend it to all Spaniards who want to feel like they're in our homeland again, even if it's just for one night.
Carlos treated us very well and we will surely return.
The food was GREAT 🤤
Until next time
Lion
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pulpo a La Gallega, Tortilla Española, Iberico & Olives
Our experience in Madrid Temtempie was wonderful. Peaceful and intimate space. I truly recommend the croquetas, cheese board and iberico meats. Amazing!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pimientos del Piquillo, Pimientos Rellenos, Croquetas
Nice atmosphere, great service, superb dishes!
They have Mocktails, I don't drink much so I find that very nice. I loved their Risotto with Shrimp and Scallops. Their mussels were awesome as an appetizer. Their Tiramiso was delicious. I can truly recommend it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
I have been to this place a few times only when outdoor seating is available, the indoor area is crammed and you can hear what everyone is saying. But let’s move on. The food is great but the rigidity and inflexibility of the owners is off putting, they have no idea of what customer service is. I was walking back from work and I saw the outdoor tables available so I figured I’d stop by and have a quick bite (that’s their menu) but the owner quickly ran over to me to block me like a security guard and said he will not be serving food at the outdoor table, this time because of the rain?! At some point I did not know what he was talking about. All outdoor dining of the hundreds of restaurants on the avenue were full. Of course It was not raining, the rain was not expected until after 10pm when the place would be closed. Some manners in treating people would be very helpful
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
A reservation is a really good idea. They fill up ASAP. These plates are amazing.
Vegetarian options: Plenty of items are vegetarian
Dietary restrictions: Tell them your allergies and they’ll mention the items safe / non-safe for you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I have a new favorite restaurant!
Out of pure happenstance I ended up at this lovely restaurant and it was a transformative experience. Carlos the owner helped guide us on a wonderful unforgettable culinary adventure that was both eye opening and a delightful sensory trip. There were fantastic aged meats and cheeses from Spain unlike any I've ever had. Tender fresh pulpo that almost melts in your mouth. Croquetas that you'll never forget. Many others!
You owe it to yourself to try this fantastic authentic culinary taste of real tapas cuisine from Spain and leave all the counterfeit tapas alone!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pulpo a La Gallega, Breaded Pork Chop, Pimiento Relleno, Estrella, Gambas Al Ajillo
Got turned away because I’m black? literally no one was sitting there and no one was there an hour later.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
Delicious! Friendly service, relaxed atmosphere, will surely return!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pan Con Tomate
This cozy restaurant is the best Spanish Restaurant that I’ve been to in the US.
I’m from Madrid, my standards for cuisine from Spain are very high and this is definitely the best place in NY-CT area. Much better than Barcelona and Basque Tapas Bar.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely spectacular. I was in spain for 2 hours. Very authentic and delicious. A genuine experience with a reasonable sound level
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pan Con Tomate, Tortilla Española, Gambas Al Ajillo
This is the most authentic Spanish restaurant I’ve been to outside of Spain, and my family is Spanish. It’s worth a visit from out of town. Carlos, the owner/bartender/server/busser/chef really takes a lot of pride in his restaurant. This place is truly special.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mejillones, Pan Con Tomate, Tortilla Española
First time visit and most definitely will return. Have already sent two sets of friends… The food was fantastic and this is my kind of setting: small, intimate but not pretentious or fancy. Chef is a star and recommended the perfect plates and a great wine as well. The garlicky shrimp, patatas bravas and the tortilla espanola…table favorites. Next time we will make time for the paella.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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