Department of FoodieDepartment of FoodieSpanish cuisine & sangria served in a laid-back setting with back-garden seating.
246 East 44 Street, Manhattan 10017What to order: Gambas al Ajillo · Chorizo en Cazuelita · CanelonesFrom Google Maps reviews.
If you’re looking for authentic Spanish cuisine in NYC, Alcala is a must-visit. This family-owned restaurant serves traditional Spanish dishes made with fresh ingredients and a true passion for Spanish cooking. One of my favorite starters was the Chorizo en Cazuelita—flavorful Spanish chorizo served sizzling and packed with rich flavor. Their selection of tapas is perfect for sharing, and if you’re coming hungry, don’t skip the paella and arroz dishes. To complete the experience, pair your mea
I really enjoyed my meal at Alcala. The tapas and paella were delicious and it was nice to try traditional Spanish food in the city. I loved how Chef Martinez also had his own wine label - the Cabernet Sauvignon was so good! My favorite was the gambas served in a sizzling garlic oil and the sirloin steak was amazing too. We had a really great night at Alcala!
An absolute GEM in Midtown East! The owner and chef, Spain-native Jesus has poured his whole heart and passion into every dish they serve. Everything we had was fantastic - perfectly curated ingredients and flavor profiles that were simultaneously simple in ingredients but complex on the palate. They meticulously procure the best ingredients and spices from Spain and New York to deliver on that flavor. The stand out dishes were the gambas al ajillo - shrimp in garlic oil, the canelones - a spina
From the Jun 18, 2025 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.
Staff hygiene fell short: soiled clothing, no hair covering, or unkempt nails.
Food surfaces weren't washed and sanitized between uses.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.