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Socarrat Paella Bar - Chelsea, New York, NY

Socarrat Paella Bar - Chelsea

4.8 (2182)
$31 to $50
Spanish
259 W 19th St., New York, NY 10011

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
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

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What 2,182 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New York City

    Spanish

  • Manhattan

    Spanish

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Socarrat Paella Bar in Chelsea delights with "phenomenal" Spanish cuisine, especially its "amazing" paella and tapas. Guests rave about the "warm hospitality" and "friendly service," making it "a culinary gem." The vibrant atmosphere and expertly curated wine list ensure an unforgettable dining experience, ideal for gatherings or pre-theatre visits.
2,182 Reviews
  1. dora VIP

    New York City24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food, drinks, service and atmosphere! Always a delight!
    Socarrat Paella Bar - ChelseaResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Dora, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food, drinks, service, and atmosphere, it truly means a lot to us. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another delightful experience! Warm regards, Socarrat Management

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  2. Jeff VIP

    New York City44 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Socarrat is our go to place when in Chelsea. Consistently delicious with great service. This is THE place to go!!
    Socarrat Paella Bar - ChelseaResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Jeff, Thank you for your kind words and continued support, it truly means a lot to us! We're so happy to be your go-to spot in Chelsea and to hear that our food and service continue to delight you. Looking forward to welcoming you back again soon! Warm regards, Socarrat Management

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  3. ROB

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    There is something for everyone on the menu. The staff was very attentive and courteous. We sampled several tapas and ordered the lobster paella. Everything we had, including desserts, was excellent!! I would go back again without hesitation and would recommend it to anyone.
    Socarrat Paella Bar - ChelseaResponded on June 23, 2025
    Dear Rob, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the variety on our menu, the lobster paella, and the attentive service. It means a lot to know you'd recommend us and we can’t wait to welcome you back again soon! Warm regards, Socarrat Management

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  4. Amalia

    New York City3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We came for Father's Day dinner. The service and food are good.
    Socarrat Paella Bar - ChelseaResponded on June 17, 2025
    Dear Amalia, Thank you! We’re happy to hear you chose us for Father’s Day and that you enjoyed both the food and service. Hope to see you again soon for more special occasions! Best, Socarrat Management

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  5. Michael Christopher VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wed Group dinner on back oatio / quiet but so well looked after !!
    Socarrat Paella Bar - ChelseaResponded on June 13, 2025
    Dear Michael, Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you and your group enjoyed a peaceful dinner and felt well taken care of. We look forward to hosting you again soon! Warm regards, Socarrat Management

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  6. Nathan VIP

    Phoenix / Arizona90 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall the experience was just perfect. The food was absolutely fantastic and the service was even better. Diego was our server and made perfect recommendations for both food and wine. The Paella was amazing and loved the crispy rice at the bottom. We have put it on the list of places to come back to when in NY.
    Socarrat Paella Bar - ChelseaResponded on June 19, 2025
    Dear Nathan, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had a perfect experience and that Diego took great care of you with thoughtful recommendations. We're especially happy you enjoyed the paella and its signature crispy socarrat! It means a lot to know we've made your list of places to return to in NY. We can't wait to welcome you back! Warmly, The Socarrat Team

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  7. Michal VIP

    Barcelona1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing as always. Food is PHENOMENAL, no complaints
    Socarrat Paella Bar - ChelseaResponded on June 3, 2025
    Dear Michal, Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to hear you had another amazing experience with us and that everything from the food to the atmosphere hit the mark. Warmly, Socarrat Management

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  8. Alice

    New York City14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Best paella and sofrito around. Drinks are great as well as the apps. They never disappoint.
    Socarrat Paella Bar - ChelseaResponded on June 2, 2025
    Dear Alice, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed our paella, sofrito, drinks, and appetizers. Your kind words motivate us to keep delivering great experiences. We look forward to having you back soon! Warmly, Socarrat Management

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  9. Sophia VIP

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really authentic Spanish dishes, super friendly service, great location
    Socarrat Paella Bar - ChelseaResponded on May 28, 2025
    Dear Sophia, Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed our authentic Spanish dishes and warm service. Hope to see you again soon at Socarrat! Best regards, Socarrat Management

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  10. Sue VIP

    New York City31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    favorite favorite spot!! love the atmosphere the servers and the PAELLA!
    Socarrat Paella Bar - ChelseaResponded on May 28, 2025
    Dear Sue, Thank you for the love! We're thrilled to be your favorite spot and that you enjoyed the paella, atmosphere, and service. Hope to welcome you back very soon! Warm 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 2182 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
11:30 PM
Booked 12 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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