Despaña
Spanish Restaurant and Sandwich Spot$$$$
SoHo, New York
Has a stamp of approval from The Wall Street Journal and Serious Eats
"Best place in the city for lunch tapas and bocadillos."(40 Tips)
"The Picante sandwich is amazing"(12 Tips)
"Chorizo sandwich is great for a cold day"(7 Tips)
"Get the Despana sandwich and the (thick) hot chocolate."(7 Tips)
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Killer bocadillos (Spanish sandwich) and MVP value play at $9. The Picante is a beast. Eat all the chorizo samples at the front while you wait. They won't stop you. Trust.
Everything here is wonderful, from be meats to cheeses to Spanish provisions. The chorizo is to die for. And do not leave the premises without ordering a sandwich -- the meats, cheeses & bread are A+.
Pro tip: if you get your sandwich to go, ask for some olive oil to go with it.
Mads MarzNovember 15, 2016The sandwiches are good but a little plain. I got the gallego(ham and cheese) wish I would have asked for aioli, tomatoes and peppers. There are a bunch of sample chorizos to try while you wait!
Wesley Turner-HarrisFebruary 13, 2019Great shop featuring Spanish products on import, normally can't find at the local groceries. Also good restaurant and Cafe for the locals. Personal favorite is the Estella Damm from Barcelona.
Ahn BustamanteNovember 25, 2019Great cold cuts and sandwiches. From the outside it just looks like a store but once you get in, they have tables so you can eat and enjoy a meal. They also have a good wine list.Try the red sangria.
A NYC hot-spot for all things sourcing from Spain. Enjoy tapas, sangria and imported brews in the back dining space. Go home with treats galore, Spanish wine next door...
The Picante Bocadillo is delicious and super authentic (or as close as you can get to it). They also sell Spanish import and great Spanish wines (next door).
AmateurConciergeJuly 27, 2018Awesome Spanish grocer with great cheese, jamon and specialty grocery selection. Plus u can learn to cut meat from a master jamon slicer!
Cole KennedyJune 10, 2015I'll echo everyone else: get the picante bocadillo (a pressed Spanish sandwich). The chorizo is so good, as is the spicy aioli.
Roger RJune 2, 2016Amazing place to buy imported foods from Spain. Great store and the tapas restaurant in the back is just like Spain!! The Crema Catalana is legit, and the tortilla de Batata is a must!- DoubleDeuceMay 25, 2015Everything is of/from Spain. Taste new foods, buy something prepared and eat it in the back seating area. Color and character astound here. No corking fee if you buy a bottle of wine next door too!
MaximilianoAugust 24, 2014Amazing pintxos and bocadillos. Among the pintxos, our favorites are bacalao and octopus. The bocadillos with tuna, tomato and red bell peppers is an unforgettable and addictive experience
- Everyone is saying get the picante but there is also a sandwich NAMED AFTER THE STORE. I'll let you decide which one you get... but, to repeat, they have a sandwich named after the store.
Ernesto GutierrezSeptember 20, 2015Crear place for a quick bite or a light meal. Try the picante or despaña (ask for manchego slice instead of the spread). The red sangria is also good.
Ashley ChanMay 15, 2017You'll feel like you stepped into Spain when you come here. Casual place to get some tapas; there is seating at the back! Must get the croquettes- they melt in your mouth.
Elizabeth BursteinJuly 22, 2016Vegetarian sandwich and gazpacho soup are bomb. Nice hidden gem for quick food in soho. Would be curious to return and try some of their exotic Spanish hams etc
AFAR MediaAugust 12, 2014The store is part wine shop and part market, with a Cafe in the back. You can find all types of sweets and snacks from all different regions in Spain. Read more
John LFebruary 10, 2018If you are looking for Spanish provisions (jamon, chorizo, canned preserves) you came to the right place. Great selection but would say the real highlight is their wine shop located next door.
Serious EatsApril 16, 2013Excellent one-stop shop for Spanish specialty ingredients: cured meat, cheese, oils, and more. We dig the sandwiches, too.
The Picante Bocadillo is incredible - Chorizo sausage, mahon cheese, spicy peppers, tomatoes, and alioli. While you wait, go splittsies on the chorizo with chestnuts
- Nate BeattyMay 26, 2015A great Spanish market that makes delicious sandwiches. Come for lunch and grab a bottle of olive oil or a wedge of beautiful Spanish cheese while you're here.
Richard RevillaNovember 16, 2024I absolutely love this place. It's like being in Spain. Sot back order some food and indulge in great conversation
Tiffany ChangAugust 4, 2014The chorizo was delicious!!! Also, the wine store next door is owned by the same people, so you can buy a bottle and bring it into Despaña to enjoy with your tapas with no additional fee!
Ina LiDecember 9, 2015Have a warm sandwich with charcuterie and cheese, go to the wine tasting events, and get some groceries for your Spanish home cooking
Christine LOctober 30, 2016I can spend all day here with their free samples. Loved the Despaña bocadillo and a glass of Mibal (or just any Ribera del Duero wine)!
Bokyung ParkMarch 18, 2022It’s a Market & Cafe and the food is straight from Spain.Great tapas and large selection of sandwiches (bocadillos).
The tortilla sandwich is one of the better (and tastier) deals you can find on a sandwich this part of town. Try the flan and horchata to round out an amazing lunch!- The picante bocadillo is a must here. Don't forget to do some shopping too if you have time, great Spanish product!!
David ZhangSeptember 26, 2017Great subs, definitely recommend the Chorizo and the free samples laying around
Michelle CheungFebruary 11, 2014Love this place. A best kept secret. I usually get the morcilla and tortilla pintxos. Sangria is made with drinkable (and not bottom of the barrel) wine.
Great selection of imported Spanish food along with some quality stateside produced goods. Grab a bottle next door and they'll open it for you at the restaurant
IrmaZandl ZandlSlantOctober 31, 2016LOVE this place. The most amazing sandwiches. Such a sweet spot. I will be back for sure.
The chorizo bocadillo is on point. Fill up on samples while you wait for your sandwich!
Alex HennesseyAugust 6, 2015The place to go for Spanish delicacies. Thin sliced, cured chorizo is the way to go. So many choices....
The tortilla is as good as my Moms. Great selection of cured meats and the pantry goods are top quality.
Amazing bocadillos like the namesake Despaña. Grab a bottle of wine next door then have the staff here pick out the perfect cheese pairing. Best part: samples!
Giulia PratiOctober 1, 2015The gazpacho was creamy and delicious. Pro tip: add a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil to your sandwich and dip the sandwhich in the gazpacho! Mmmm! 😉
Meg McNamaraNovember 21, 2014A taste of Spain. Enjoyed a wonderful lunch. Great sandwich and wonderful cheese samples.
FionaMarch 17, 2015Love their pinxtos, tortillas, and well-appointed communal dining area. My go-to for jamón and chorizo. Wine shop next door is lovely too!
Catherine ThompsonJuly 27, 2017Great bocadillos! Also a small but delicious selection of wines by the glass. Perfect for lunch or an early dinner
Tortilla Bocadillo dipped into EVOO/black pepper mix is the move to make. Ask them to hook it up with some samples of that acorn fed jamón and ride the flavor wave.
🤘🏽Ardus 👾August 17, 2018Went there for lunch on a Friday and loved everything. Went back the next day for dinner. We were rushed as they were closing soon; we asked for a “best of” and got punished with a «worst of». #Uncool
Omer ZachSeptember 28, 2014Most people go for the sandwiches but you can get 2 or 3 great tapas plates/boxes for the same price.
Make sure to sample all the meets & cheeses when you first walk in. Actually, order your sandwich first, then munch on the free samples while you wait.
Kira RochaMay 15, 2016Great atmosphere, simple tapas selection but expensive. We had anchoives sandwich, codfish croquettes. They sell some groceries and wine too
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