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Estela

American Restaurant, Spanish Restaurant, and Wine Bar$$$$

NoLita, New York

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Estela

8.8^/10

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Ranked #3 for seafood in NoLita
This American restaurant is famous for their dumplings. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"Loved the ricotta dumplings too--a delicious and beautiful dish."(40 Tips)
"Beef tartare, lamb ribs, oysters, endive salad were all excellent."(50 Tips)
"Burrata, oysters, ricotta dumplings and lamb ribs were amazing!"(48 Tips)
"Scallops, sea bream, muscles, ibérico ham, lamb ribs, endive salad"(19 Tips)

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Danny ZlobinskyMay 28, 2021
Honestly everything on the menu is fantastic — get the endive, arroz negro, and the dumplings.
Jessica IpAugust 30, 2015
Beef Tartare with Sunchoke and Fried arroz negro with squid and romesco were stand outs of the night. Both had a crunchier texture and flavors were amazing!
Foursquare InsidersOctober 7, 2015
“The refined wine list showcases artisan growers that compliment the locally-inspired tapas menu. Step outside the box with picks from Germany, Spain, or Jura.” - Laura Williamson, Wine Expert Read more
Christian BorgesApril 27, 2018
Wow!! Awesome food, wine, service. Really can’t go wrong: Black rice was to die for, the tartare was incredible, the fish excellent.
Paul MannApril 25, 2016
Slightly hidden above street level, this is one place you do not want to miss for brunch. I still savour the taste of that pineapple jam on toast appetiser.
Foxxy BMay 24, 2017
Relatively well priced (5 ppl, 10 plates, few rounds, desserts: $500). Service is a bit too serious. Loved the burrata & endive salad. Hip & bumpin scene even on a random weekday. OK for the hype.
FreshNYC p}-:{>November 14, 2014
This “beverage-driven” bar-restaurant features Mediterranean inspired shareable plates to complement the cocktails and the impressive wine list offering up to over 200 selections. Read more
EvieMarch 7, 2014
Let me order for you: beef tartare with sunchokes, burrata on charred bread, and the quail. Panna cotta and lemon curd (so good, I swear!) for dessert.
Marie La RueJuly 27, 2019
Beef tartare, lamb ribs, oysters, endive salad were all excellent. Tiny space, very loud noise level.
Catherine PorterAugust 11, 2014
The burrata was good, but the ricotta dumplings with mushrooms and the pork with pickled asparagus were amazing. Definitely salt cod potato croquettes to start.
Kat CMarch 4, 2016
Get the ricotta dumplings, mussels, and fried arroz negro with squid and romesco. The panna cotta and chocolate cake were also delicious.
Andrea FerreyrosFebruary 8, 2016
Must order: spiced almonds, burrata, endive salad, fried arroz negro w/squid and romesco, ricotta dumplings and panna cotta for dessert!!
Alex RobertsonJuly 8, 2018
If you’re going to spend 17 dollars on a sandwich, please make it this one (egg, pancetta and avocado, available at brunch)
Lori LuoAugust 10, 2014
A laid back brunch is perfectly complemented by a variety of small plates. Order the Fried Arroz Negro, Smoked Salmon with Capers, and Blood Cake.
pipituJune 4, 2024
Used to be great in flavor but not anymore. Ingredients are very fresh though. I would recommend the beef tartare and the ricotta dumplings.
Dania BdeirOctober 18, 2019
Beef tartar, endive salad, ricotta dumplings, lamb ribs, pork iberco with red peppers, sea bream with cucumber and arroZ negro 🤤
Nicole FranzenNovember 28, 2016
Delicious brunch, celery salad, endive salad, the breakfast sandwiches, can do no wrong.
Nicole CloutierOctober 31, 2016
A delightfully bizarre (inverted) salad of shaved kohlrabi and juicy persimmon was the high point amongst the over seasoned lamb ribs and rubbery monkfish.
Maya ShanmugamJuly 3, 2015
Dishes with traditional roots reinvented; the arroz negro, dumplings, croquettes, lamb ribs, and scallops were excellent, as was dessert.
Xx XxJuly 17, 2016
The beef tartare was out of this world-- and I live for beef tartare. Oysters, ribs and endive salad are all must haves !
Tara JepsonMarch 4, 2014
Everything is wonderful! Go with four people and order as many things as possible. Especially the burrata and the ricotta dumplings.
Erica ChoiDecember 21, 2014
Salted cod and potato croquettes, beef tartare, and fried arroz negro were my favorites. Burrata is recommended if you like cheese!
Kevin O'NeillJuly 16, 2016
Straight up delish. Don't miss out on the burrata and the chocolate cake is something you've never experienced before.
doug jaegerJuly 29, 2014
The cocktails are nice. We tried the #rosemarysociety and the #reviver47 both were flavorful and sophisticated.
BasakJuly 10, 2015
Get the burrata on charred bread! Delicious. If you don't have a reservation, you can always sit at the bar and enjoy the full menu.
Pramod PaiMay 8, 2015
This place has cocktails and the impressive wine list offering up to over 200 selections. http://freshnyc.com/date-spots-romantic-restaurants/tapas-bar-restaurant-nolita-estela-nyc
Rick ValenzuelaJuly 24, 2013
Delicious, but very small portions 4 the price. That said, the food is thoughtful & precise. Everything on the plate is meant to be there & the wine selection does enhance the plate. BTW, gets loud!
Andy AmendolaAugust 15, 2013
Steak tartar - different but deliciousOlli's ham- like prosciutto and jamon iberico's love child. Cod aint bad either! Pork is on fatty sideAnd great service at Bar!
S. FanAugust 30, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Grilled calamari a la pancha with grilled onion and romesco. Perfectly to go with a glass of Riesling.
First We FeastAugust 3, 2014
The scene is red-hot, the drinks are good, and chef Ignacio Mattos strikes just the right balancing act between strange and appealing. Read more
Tom DiMaggioJanuary 13, 2016
The food is excellent, I know the steak is pricey, but it's so good! Portions are small, you'll need about four dishes for a party of two.
Istria L.November 13, 2015
Innovative, intimate, intriguing - the crudo with sea urchin is a must. Highly recommended, will come back anytime!
Laura ChinApril 21, 2016
Endive salad. Burrata. Both are so unexpected and incredibly delicious.
Condé Nast TravelerOctober 25, 2016
“The little New York restaurant that could. Estela proves that a great night in the city needn’t be confined to an overly stylized theme restaurant.” - David Prior Read more
Eva NordenhofJuly 17, 2018
Casual dinner with the added bonus of excellent flavour, taste and balance in the food. Impecable and very present service!
Gretchen RobbinsOctober 7, 2016
Delicious food. Menu doesn't change very often but who cares when you can eat delicious beef tartare with sunchokes
Zayed KhanAugust 29, 2014
A rare brunch menu that truly stands out from the rest. Blood cake, and the eggs with beans and cured tuna are must-haves.
Roberto AbdulFebruary 9, 2016
Excellent brunch selection, different. Amazing Endives. Riccotta dumpling ask for extra bread. Lamb ribs excellent
Mara LecocqNovember 25, 2014
Food had delicate flavors and was quite exquisite. Plate sharing type of place. Recommend.
AmateurConciergeNovember 8, 2013
Multiple visitor's favorites: mussels, endive salad (don't play!), blood sausage, dumplings, steak.... Kinda can't go wrong
Panagis VagenasFebruary 6, 2019
Excellent food, but extremely crowded and loud. Almost everyone is in their 20s here because only young people can put up with basically sitting on one another’s lap and the noise.
Solène MaîtreDecember 13, 2014
Order this delicious blueberry sorbet with ricotta and green tea meringue. Gorgeous!
Hr RyuNovember 27, 2013
ORDER: Mussels escabèche and/or scallops, steak, ricotta dumplings, burrata, grapefruit sorbet with Campari, panna cotta.
Dan ChenDecember 23, 2013
Fantastic food, intimate ambience, solid wine list, great date spot, amazing dessert, good service, must visit.
Carlos KempffJune 7, 2016
Ricotta dumplings, Black arroz, Lamb: all of them amazing!
AmateurConciergeApril 3, 2019
Classic dishes still fire: mussel toast, endive salad, burrata, cheese dumplings
LuluNovember 3, 2013
Twist on all the classics - everything was amazing! Try the steak tartar, burrara, croquettes, ricotta dumplings and steak!
EpicuriousAugust 3, 2014
Book a table, because the secret on this spot is getting out and the small waiting area at the bar can sometimes be two- or three-people deep. Read more
Premshree PillaiMarch 15, 2014
Incredible food in an impressively impersonal unadult-like loud space, matched by a pretty nonchalant even if friendly service. Choose wisely.
Hyomin KDecember 20, 2013
One of the better meals I've had lately. All had an inventive twist. Ricotta dumplings, kohlrabi, endive salad were stellar

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