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Socarrat Paella Bar - Chelsea, New York, NY

Socarrat Paella Bar - Chelsea

4.8
4.8
2170 Reviews
$31 to $50
Spanish
259 W 19th St., New York, NY 10011

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Socarrat Paella Bar - Chelsea is now accepting reservations for outdoor dining, weather permitting. In the case where we need to close due to inclement weather, we will contact you the day of your reservation.

Socarrat, the quintessence of the perfect paella and for which the restaurant is named, is the delectable, sensuous crust that forms on the bottom of the paella pan when the liquid is rendered and the rice reaches its peak of succulence. The menu, an authentic array of delicious dishes from the regions of Spain specializing in traditional tapas with an accent on paella and fideua (which substitutes fried noodles for rice) that can be characterized as a true exploration for the palette.

Socarrat Paella Bar Chelsea's ambiance denotes feelings of warmth, comfort and hospitality. A neighborhood staple with a small, intimate space comprised primarily of one large communal table with bar and smaller communal tables available.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–6:30 pm Fri–Sun 4:00 pm–6:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Socarrat is now offering catering services for your party of choice; whether it's a cocktail reception or a corporate event. We are available in all five boroughs with our full service catering staff. Please email events@socarratnyc.com or call 917-656-8939 for all inquiries.
  • Private party facilities
    We offer multiple choices from Private Dining to a full Restaurant buyout. Please email events@socarratnyc.com or call 917-656-8939 for all inquiries.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Chelsea
  • Cross street
    19th Street between 7th & 8th Ave
  • Parking details
    Parking on Street only after 6 pm.
  • Public transit
    Close to A, C, E, L and the 1 train.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

  • BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH🥂

    Multiple dates available
    Walk into a Spanish Bottomless Brunch this weekend! Unlimited red sangria or mimosa for 1.5hrs, $29pp with an entree, the entire table must participate. The best part of waking up!
    BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH🥂 Photo
  • Mother’s Day Paella Celebration at Socarrat

    May 10, 2025 - May 11, 2025
    Celebrate Mother’s Day the Spanish way! Join us on May 10 & 11 for a special family-style experience featuring our exclusive Mother’s Day Paella — packed with lobster, scallops, whole shrimp, lamb, calamari, and more. A festive and flavorful way to honor the most important women in our lives. Reserve your table now and make it a memorable weekend at Socarrat.
    Mother’s Day Paella Celebration at Socarrat Photo

What 2,170 people are saying

Socarrat Paella Bar - Chelsea reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New York City

    Spanish

  • Manhattan

    Spanish

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Socarrat Paella Bar - Chelsea offers an authentic Spanish dining experience with "delicious tapas" and "the best paella in New York." The "friendly and attentive staff" create a "cozy, intimate" atmosphere, perfect for pre-theater dining. With great value, a diverse menu, and accommodating service, it's a "go-to" spot in Chelsea.

2,170 Reviews
  1. dr Eliane

    Miami3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Spanish place. Lobster Paella was a great choice.

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  2. Carol VIP

    Atlantic City35 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pre-theatre perfect spot!!

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  3. Sherri VIP

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was excellent! Food fantastic as always!!!

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  4. Judi VIP

    New York City87 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We wanted to try something different and this fit the bill completely. We don't get to eat tapas very often where we live on Long Island and so this was a treat. The lamb croquettes were delicious. The chorizio was good but could have used a less liquid sauce. We also had a special salad and two baby lamb chops with potatoes which were excellent. That was enough our dinner. The server was excellent and explained everything to us. We had been to a dance company at the Joyce so this was very convenient -- actually it is in the same place as an old favorite Itlaian restaurant so we felt that we were reminiscing.
    Socarrat Paella Bar - ChelseaResponded on April 29, 2025
    Dear Judi, Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your visit and that our tapas made for a fun and different dining experience. We truly appreciate your feedback on the chorizo—every comment helps us improve. We hope to welcome you back again after your next visit to The Joyce! Best regards, Socarrat Management

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  5. Howard VIP

    New York City24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food. Very good value. A pleasant experience
    Socarrat Paella Bar - ChelseaResponded on April 28, 2025
    Dear Howard, Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the food and had a pleasant experience with us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, Socarrat Management

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  6. Carol VIP

    Atlantic City35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was delicious and I love the atmosphere here. A “go to” whenever I am in Chelsea- especially before going to New York Live Arts or The Joyce!
    Socarrat Paella Bar - ChelseaResponded on April 25, 2025
    Dear Carol, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to be your go-to spot in Chelsea and love that we’re part of your evenings out before catching a show at New York Live Arts or The Joyce. Looking forward to welcoming you back again soon for another delicious meal and great vibes! Best regards, Socarrat Management

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  7. Matt

    New York City17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service! Great selection of menu items, many of which had a Spanish flair! Our server was very attentive. Great value for high-quality food!
    Socarrat Paella Bar - ChelseaResponded on April 14, 2025
    Dear Matt, Thank you so much! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food, service, and Spanish-inspired dishes. It means a lot to us that you found great value in the experience—we can’t wait to welcome you back for another visit soon! Best regards, Socarrat Management

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  8. Rebecca

    New York City35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The lobster paella was amazing, all of the Tapas were delicious and I really loved all of the Gluten free options and the kind and knowledgeable staff.
    Socarrat Paella Bar - ChelseaResponded on April 14, 2025
    Dear Rebecca, Thank you so much! We’re so glad you enjoyed the lobster paella and tapas — and it’s great to hear our gluten-free options and staff made your experience even better. We’ll be here with more delicious bites whenever you’re ready for round two! 🦞 Best regards, Socarrat Management

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  9. daniel

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved this place! Legit Iberian food. Yum! Definitely recommend.
    Socarrat Paella Bar - ChelseaResponded on April 21, 2025
    Dear Daniel, Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the authentic Iberian flavors — that’s exactly what we aim to bring to NYC. We appreciate the recommendation and hope to welcome you back soon! Best regards, Socarrat Management

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  10. Donna

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely loved this place. Cozy , intimate. Delicious food. Friendly Staff. Highly recommend dining here
    Socarrat Paella Bar - ChelseaResponded on April 7, 2025
    Dear Donna, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the cozy atmosphere, delicious food, and friendly service. It's always a pleasure to provide a memorable experience for our guests, and we truly appreciate your recommendation. We can't wait to welcome you back soon! Best regards, Socarrat Management

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FAQs

Socarrat Paella Bar - Chelsea offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 462-1000.

Socarrat Paella Bar - Chelsea is rated 4.8 stars by 2170 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Socarrat Paella Bar - Chelsea

259 W 19th St., New York, NY 10011

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    19th Street between 7th & 8th Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Chelsea
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–6:30 pm Fri–Sun 4:00 pm–6:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking on Street only after 6 pm.
  • Public transit
    Close to A, C, E, L and the 1 train.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Socarrat is now offering catering services for your party of choice; whether it's a cocktail reception or a corporate event. We are available in all five boroughs with our full service catering staff. Please email events@socarratnyc.com or call 917-656-8939 for all inquiries.
  • Private party facilities
    We offer multiple choices from Private Dining to a full Restaurant buyout. Please email events@socarratnyc.com or call 917-656-8939 for all inquiries.
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