Nai Tapas Restaurant

Name: Nai Tapas Restaurant
Address: 84 2nd Ave, New York, NY, United States, 10003
Telephone: (212) 677-1030
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.9

4.9 (1016)

$50 and over

Tapas / Small Plates

84 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10003

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2 people

Jul 1, 2025

7:00 PM

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for groups
Great for live music

Welcome to Nai – A Galician Dining Experience

Nestled in the heart of the East Village, Nai offers an elevated take on Spanish tapas inspired by Galicia. Chef Ruben Rodriguez brings his heritage, artistry, and deep respect for tradition to every dish, turning simple ingredients into something unforgettable.

Our seasonal tasting menu showcases Galicia’s rich flavors through Chef Ruben’s creative lens. Whether you’re joining us for an intimate dinner, Flamenco performances on Thursdays and Saturdays, or our cozy Happy Hour escape Monday–Wednesday (5–7pm) with half-price sangria pitchers, $6 beers, and $10 house wine, Nai is where food, culture, and hospitality come together.

Reservations are recommended, with limited bar seating for walk-ins. Our curated wine list and seasonal cocktails complete the experience.

Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Fri 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(212) 677-1030
Website
http://nairestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Ruben Rodriguez

Location
84 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10003
Neighborhood
East Village
Cross street
5th street and 2nd avenue
Parking details
None
Public transit
Astor place, F train, L train, N R W trains
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

Flamenco Shows Every Thursday and Saturday
Multiple dates available
Sat - 8:00 PM - 8:15 PM
Be transported to Spain with Flamenco shows every Thursday and Saturday at Nai! Experience an enchanting evening where passion meets artistry, as centuries-old Gitano traditions come alive through hypnotic dance, soulful singing (cante), and masterful guitar. Our performers weave complex rhythms with raw emotion, creating an unforgettable spectacle of movement, music, and cultural expression. Shows feature authentic dancers, guitar, cajon, castañets, and cante. Show times vary - please confirm when booking. ¡Olé! Please request the flamenco room.

SCALLOP CRUDO$23.00
piparra consommé, mint
SEA BASS TOAST$22.00
black tobiko, orange
COD$22.00
yuzu-shallot, furikake, chive oil
OCTOPUS$29.00
pulpo a la gallega, pimenton de la vera, EVOO
FIDUEÀ$30.00
shrimp, mussel, tobiko, seaweed, aioli, spicy sausage
COCONUT CRÊPE$25.00
crab, shrimp, zamburiña, sweet sherry

MEAT

BEEF TARTARE$25.00
cured egg, naan, sherry
CROQUETTE$15.00
serrano ham
DUCK CONFIT$24.00
gastrique, Thai chili romesco
PRIME RIBEYE KATSU$30.00
45 day aged, estrella galicia batter, milk bread, aioli
BEEF CHEEK$25.00
spicy demi, pea purée

What 1,016 people are saying

Nai Tapas Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New York City
Neighborhood gem
New York City
Tapas / Small Plates
Manhattan
Neighborhood gem
Manhattan
Tapas / Small Plates

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Nai Tapas Restaurant offers an unforgettable experience with "incredible food" and "unmatched service." The flamenco show adds a vibrant touch to the "romantic ambiance." Guests rave about the "amazing tasting menu" and "thoughtfully crafted dishes." Ideal for special occasions, this venue ensures a "wonderful experience" for tapas lovers.

1,016 Reviews

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Melody
New York City5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Every item we tasted was well balanced and phenomenal. We had a nut allergy in the group and they made a special portion with no almonds to accommodate. Excellent wine pairings. Great discovery.
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Riley
Charlotte3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food, wonderful experience wish I lived her to come back more often
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Cole
South Carolina1 review
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were incredible. My gf and I were eating and didn’t even notice a little issue with the speakers. That didn’t matter as Raul who I believe is the GM came over and offered a free desert which was one of the most unique and delicious things we have ever had. We will certainly be back
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Eleonora
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Food is amazing! Everything was deelish, especially scallop crudo, chickpeas, beef tartate, duck confit, and a shrimp dish that I'm not seeing on the menu but tasted like chorizo (chef's kiss). Was with a party of 10 so had the benefit of trying everything, barring the dessert because we were at capacity. Can't go wrong. If you're in the mood for delicious tapas, you must go to Nai!
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Sheila
Orlando / Central Florida East4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We booked Nai on a whim, based on the location to plans we had later in the evening. What an amazing experience. To begin with, the service was truly impeccable—attentive, warm, and professional from start to finish. We arrived as a flamenco show was in-progress in the back room. The host welcomed us to come sit and enjoy it, without any worry that we were holding up our table. The show was amazing - highly recommend timing your dining experience with this. The food was excellent, offering a perfect balance of tradition and creativity. Each dish felt thoughtfully crafted - do not miss the fideua! Highly recommended for anyone looking for both exceptional hospitality and memorable cuisine. We hope to be back and try the tasting menu! 5 stars!
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Angelica
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is incredible, the service, unmatched, and the flamenco show was splendid! We love Nai!
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Karen VIP
New York City15 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The place is great! Food was fabulous, service was attentive and the atmosphere was very cool:) Highly recommend!
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Thi
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Came here with my fiance for his birthday. The Flamenco show is incredible and the ambiance was so romantic. We got the $140/person Tasting Menu which I highly recommend because the ingredients and the technique they use for the tasting menu is more elevated than the regular a la carte menu. Plus, you get to try different dishes when you don’t know what to order. We also got Wine Pairing and it surprisingly only costs $50/person for 8 glasses to go with your 8 courses, plus a welcome sake. Our waiter poured a generous amount every time so my fiance and I ended up very drunk and blacking out towards the end of our meal LOL but it was such a fun night. 100% recommend this place and I will def go back!
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Kirk
Dallas - Fort Worth2 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Great food and wine paring. Best restaurant of my week in nyc
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OT
OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best tapas I've ever had in NYC. Lovely service. Great atmosphere.
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Nai Tapas Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 1016 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 1, 2025

7:00 PM

84 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10003

Additional information

Cross street
5th street and 2nd avenue
Neighborhood
East Village
Hours of operation
Fri 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish, Mediterranean
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Public transit
Astor place, F train, L train, N R W trains
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Ruben Rodriguez
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://nairestaurant.com/
Phone number
(212) 677-1030

Nai Tapas Restaurant

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Offers

Flamenco Shows Every Thursday and Saturday

Menu

BREAD

BREAD$12.00

VEGETABLE

CHICKPEA$18.00

TOMATO$15.00

ROASTED CARROT$18.00

PATATAS BRAVAS$16.00

PORTOBELLO CARPACCIO$22.00

SEAFOOD

SCALLOP CRUDO$23.00

SEA BASS TOAST$22.00

COD$22.00

OCTOPUS$29.00

FIDUEÀ$30.00

COCONUT CRÊPE$25.00

MEAT

BEEF TARTARE$25.00

CROQUETTE$15.00

DUCK CONFIT$24.00

PRIME RIBEYE KATSU$30.00

BEEF CHEEK$25.00

What 1,016 people are saying

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