La Nacional
- 239 W. 14th St.
- New York, NY 10011
- 2122439308
- Price range: $$$ ($16-$25)
The oldest Spanish restaurant in New York (founded in 1868) is not an easy place to find, since it just has a small sign on the wall outside. Once you do find the door however, you will be greeted by televisions turned to soccer matches and the smell of tapas (sardines, octopus, and shrimp) cooking on the grill, especially if you sit by the open kitchen. For a taste of authentic Spanish cuisine, be sure to try albondigas (Spanish meatballs), boquerones (white anchovy fillets) and a little Spanish wine to wash it all down.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Between Seventh Ave. and Eighth Ave.
- Parking:
- Street
The Basics
- Hours:
-
Mon.Wed., 12 p.m.-11 p.m.
Thu.-Sat., 12 p.m.-12 a.m.
- Cuisine:
- Seafood and Tapas
- Meals Served:
- Weekend Brunch, Lunch, and Dinner
- Price Range:
- $$$ ($16-$25)
- Reservations:
- Not Required
- Dress Code:
- Casual Chic
- Alcohol:
- Beer and Wine. The house red wine and homemade Sangria
- Smoking:
- No
- Restaurant Style:
- Bistro
- Audience:
- All Ages
Features
- Atmosphere and Personality:
- Laid Back Casual and Cozy
- Cleanliness:
- Up To Par
- Noise Level:
- Quiet
- Features:
- Catering, Dancing, and Open Kitchen/Watch the Chef
- Facilities:
- Private Party and Banquet Facilities
- Average Drink Price:
- 5
- Worth Noting:
- $24 pitcher of sangria (red or white) is a great deal.
- Specialties:
- Albondigas (Spanish meatballs), boquerones (white anchovy fillets), paella
- Payment Methods:
- American Express, Mastercard, and Visa
