"Fantastic tapas in the heart of Washington Heights. Dimly lit, quiet, unassuming, and CASH ONLY! There is an ATM downstairs! We had their setas al ajillos, or sautéed mushrooms. They were tender and salty (in a good way). We also had Pan Catalan con Jamon Serrano, which consists of bread, tomato pate, and cured Serrano ham. We also shared a huge salad, the ensalada castellana, made with tons of textures and flavors, like manchego cheese, artichoke hearts, roasted tomatoes, and spinach, all tossed with a delicious vinaigrette. We also had the tasty hot, crispy, saucy patatas bravas. I had one of their cocktail specials, which was fruity and light. We also had an elegant tart for desert, though I had my eye on the molten cocoa cake. They have multiple types of tapas with hams, chorizo, anchovies, octopus, bread, veggies, and more. They also have entrees, steaks, and paellas. Service was attentive and everyone was very nice and accommodating. The server gave us great recommendations and answered all our questions, and was extremely tolerant of our poor pronunciation of menu items. Our entire huge meal was 80 dollars before tip, which I think is a great price. You could come back again and again and experience so many combinations of flavors."
Crema Catalana
