12 Best Tapas Restaurants In Governors Island

12 restaurants available nearby

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1. Boqueria Soho

4.6

Exceptional(1045)

$$$$

• Tapas / Small Plates • SoHo

Booked 38 times today

We had the Chef's menu and it was outstanding! So much food and all of it was delicious!! Will definitely recommend that option and will do it again next time I go to Boqueria.

2. Balzem

4.6

Exceptional(733)

$$$$

• Tapas / Small Plates • NoLita

Booked 25 times today

There's a big difference between polite service and genuine hospitality. I love when the staff makes the whole experience feel personal, remembers the little things, and creates a welcoming atmosphere without trying too hard.

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3. Socarrat Paella Bar - Nolita

4.5

Awesome(1302)

$$$$

• Tapas / Small Plates • NoLita

Booked 20 times today

I have been visiting Socarrat for over a decade and I love it! The food, the service, the ambiance, everything. Thank you!

4. Añejo Tribeca

4.6

Exceptional(1288)

$$$$

• Tapas / Small Plates • TriBeCa

Booked 18 times today

Always a great time !! Great service and food ! Definitely going back again !

5. The Exchange

4.0

Excellent(38)

$$$$

• Tapas / Small Plates • Jersey City

Booked 1 time today

excellent food, service, and the view is incredible

6. SAAQI

4.6

Exceptional(10)

$$$$

• Tapas / Small Plates • TriBeCa

Booked 6 times today

Totally worth a visit! Great cocktails and ambience at this speakeasy bar.

A photo of Early Terrible New York City restaurant

7. Early Terrible New York City

4.2

Awesome(4)

$$$$

• Tapas / Small Plates • NoLita

Booked 10 times today

If you’re looking for that one of a kind experience Early Terrible is it. Food is great, servers the best and the host very welcoming. It’s a lot of fun.

8. Sloane's

4.2

Awesome(33)

$$$$

• Tapas / Small Plates • SoHo

Booked 30 times today

The bar was beautiful and cocktails were great, but the staff was a little pushing regarding their 90 min max for reservations, even though most of the tables were empty and they didn’t seem to need ours, but rushed us out at the 90min mark. Otherwise positive experience!

A photo of The Rooftop at The Manner restaurant

9. The Rooftop at The Manner

4.0

Excellent(14)

$$$$

• Tapas / Small Plates • SoHo

Amazing view of the city. Good cocktails and wine selection.

10. STUDIO

4.6

Exceptional(10)

$$$$

• Tapas / Small Plates • Jersey City

Booked 2 times today

I managed to book the s’mores experience for a party of 12 by contacting STUDIO. The staff was extremely accommodating. They brought us water on arrival and let us chose which fire pit we wanted, even leaving the option of both open for when the full party arrived. We had some rain, so the team came out and rearranged the umbrellas for us. With a little rearranging, there was ample seating for all. We received about 4 trays of s’mores and were offered some each time the trays emptied. The host invited us in when the food we ordered arrived, which gave us a helpful opportunity to dry off some and warm up. The long and narrow seating arrangements inside were perfect for a large party. I’d recommend the cheesesteak egg rolls and the charcuterie board. The flat breads were also delicious and perfect for sharing! I’m so thankful to the staff who kept providing us with clean water glasses and napkins. They even extended my reservation and did not kick us out. The gratuity was not automatically included, which was smart as I was able to tip them above 20% for all of their efforts. They even surprised me with a cheesecake and forks for all to share! What a fun experience for my birthday! I hope they consider expanding their offerings. I can see roasting chestnuts in December and some Japanese inspired sweet potato bites in November. Thanks to the staff at STUDIO for making my day!

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. Boqueria Soho

2. Balzem

3. Socarrat Paella Bar - Nolita

4. Añejo Tribeca

5. The Exchange

6. SAAQI

7. Early Terrible New York City

8. Sloane's

9. The Rooftop at The Manner

10. STUDIO

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