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Address:
172 Bleecker Street
New York, NY 10012

Neighborhood:
Greenwich Village

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Cuisine:
Spanish

Price: $30 and under

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Cafe Español Details

Dining Style: Casual Dining
Website: http://www.cafeespanol.com
Email: cafeespanolnyc@yahoo.com
Phone: (212) 505-0657
Hours of Operation: Lunch: Daily: 12:00pm - 3:00pm; Dinner: Daily: 3:00pm - 12:00am
Payment Options: Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
Executive Chef: Mr. Cazares / Mr. Nava
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Beer, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking Area, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
Catering: Let us cater your next event in your own setting. Food, Drinks, Staff, entertainment, just ask.
Private Party Facilities: Private parties available for 40-90 people.
Private Party Contact: Rosendo (646) 584-2781

Getting there

Cross Street: Sullivan
Public Transit: A,B,C,D,E,F to West 4th street station. Walk south 2 blocks to Bleecker St. and make a left.
6 train to Bleecker Street. Walk west on Bleecker St.
1,9 trains to Christopher St. Walk East on Bleecker St.
Parking: Private Lot
Parking Details: Validated parking @ 2 Washington square village parking. $10 for 4 hrs on regular vehicles.

A word from Cafe Español

Cafe Español has been a staple in Spanish food in Greenwich Village since 1976, Starting off as a tiny eatery. Gradually it has expanded to offer private dining areas as well as an outdoor garden. Our menu features freshly prepared traditional Spanish cuisine. We also offer an extensive Tapas menu… as well as a full bar.Continued

Cafe Español

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36 $30 and under restaurant

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49 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.7 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

49 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.7 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

neighborhood gem(25)
good for groups(23)
fit for foodies(18)

romantic(11)
special occasion(11)
great for lunch(6)

Current OpenTable.com Diner Reviews (49)

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great Tapas, just like in Spain

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/10/2012

2010

Dined on 04/10/2012

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"My wife and I had dinner here the other night and were extremely happy at finding so many well varied Tapas on the menu. We shared about 4 of these and found every one a treat. The service was extremely efficient, and even brought all four of our Tapas out together. Probably would have preferred they be staggered a little, but not a big deal. Stuffed mushrooms were fantastic!
The bar drinks are also exceptional. Need to try this if you haven't yet!"

Dined on 04/10/2012

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent food. We tried eight

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/02/2012

2010

Dined on 04/02/2012

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Excellent food. We tried eight different dishes and almost all of them were excellent. The grilled octopus was our surprise favorite. The sangria was also very good. The wait staff was very attentive and we will definitely be returning."

Dined on 04/02/2012

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Took my parents out for dinner.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/30/2012

2010

Dined on 03/30/2012

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Took my parents out for dinner. Had a craving for paella. Mind you the last time we had authentic paella was in Spain itself, but the paella was delicious. Washed it down with a pitcher of red sangria. Good environment with Spanish decor. Very attentive service. Would definitely come back again."

Dined on 03/30/2012

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

WEDDING & BIRTHDAY

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/20/2012

2007

Dined on 03/20/2012

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We went to this restaurant without really knowing it, we made the reservation from Taiwan (Republic of China). The main purpose of our dinner was a small wedding reception on March 20, 2012. We made the reservation online through Open Table & met with Rosendo on the Saturday before this event. We set everything up & it was in their hands. On Tuesday we got there, everything was coordinated to a perfect T. The appetizers, salad, main course & dessert were delicious. We had five main dishes; lobster, veal, salmon, paella & sirloin. We were delighted for sure. The tres leche dessert cake was amazing. The sangria was to die for...we preferred the red wine one. The white one was good, but red was better for our pallet. THANK YOU!"

Dined on 03/20/2012

2007

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We went on St. Patricks Day,

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Dined on 03/17/2012

2004

Dined on 03/17/2012

2004

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We went on St. Patricks Day, Figured the Irish places would be packed. Had a wonderful meal, The zarzuela was excellent.The white Sangria was great. We'll be back ."

Dined on 03/17/2012

2004

Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

My girl friend ordered the

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/14/2012

2007

Dined on 02/14/2012

2007

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"My girl friend ordered the Fresh Norwegian Salmon and I had the Chicken Lemon. Both dishes were very delicious and we were both satisfied with the serving as well how tasty they were. Each plate was accompanied with a salad and a side. As far as the ambiance goes, the place was nice but they should spread their tables further apart. I don't know if they were so close together to fit more people because of Valentine's Day, but I saw a guy get wine spilled all over him when the people at the table next to him got up to leave. The service was good too, the servers were quick to bring us our food and pick up our plates. My only suggestion for them is to be friendlier. I know it was a busy night but try to smile fellas."

Dined on 02/14/2012

2007

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My experience at Cafe Espanol

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/14/2012

2008

Dined on 02/14/2012

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"My experience at Cafe Espanol was memorable and fun. I enjoyed the food as much as I enjoyed the company!"

Dined on 02/14/2012

2008

Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Cafe Espanol

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/10/2012

2011

Dined on 02/10/2012

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Great tapas! Great selections! Very good service!"

Dined on 02/10/2012

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Spanish food

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/11/2012

2008

Dined on 02/11/2012

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Authentic Spanish menu, excellent food and service."

Dined on 02/11/2012

2008

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

tapas galore

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/07/2012

2012

Dined on 02/07/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The food was amazing, the Sangria to die for, the service outstanding. I will dine here again."

Dined on 02/07/2012

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

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