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Tapas Restaurant, Bar, and Latin American Restaurant$$$$
East Village, New York
The experts at The Corcoran Group and New York Habitat recommend this place
"My favorite is the platano relleno and the arepas….oh"(8 Tips)
"Get the Arepas Benedictos with salmon for $13.95 brunch."(6 Tips)
"The drinks are on point...try the white sangria and the caipirinhas!"(9 Tips)
"Very fast service and some of the best sangria we have ever had"(35 Tips)
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Ami H.September 17, 2016The Moqueca de Bahia, yeah, get on that. There's scrimps, octopus, and hearts of palm elbowing each other for space in a garlicky, coconut broth. So good.
refinery29August 3, 2014The usual tortillas and empanadas get punched up courtesy of lobster and port wine reductions, and their specialty Yucajito (coconut rum, pineapple juice, and mint) will transport you to the tropics. Read more
Weather nice out? Beat the brunch crowd and grab a table outside. Get the Yuca Benedictos for a refreshing Latin spin on a classic dish!
- I love this place so much! Such a good neighborhood go to with fresh mixed drinks and amazing food! My favorite is the platano relleno and the arepas….oh and all the tacos 😂
Ms HeleneDecember 10, 2014Vegetarian arepa-crispy filled with mushrooms sautéed in red wine sauce & cheese topped with guacamole & salsa $11. Grilled octopus tapas with grapefruit & mango salsa also amazing $11.
Escape CardonaJanuary 15, 2017Ended the night at this great spot. The yuca burger with the yuca fries , churasco , and paella were all delicious. The latin music was a perfect touch.
Carlos J MartinezMay 27, 2016The mojitos are on point.👌 And I strongly recommend ordering the shrimp quesadilla, and if you still have room left in your tummy, try the skirt steak.
Me and my fiancé sat in the outdoor seating area. The weather was beautiful and the food was amazing. The staff is friendly and the overall place was awesome. I give yuca bar an A++
The Corcoran GroupAugust 8, 2013Come here on Tuesdays for half priced tapas and drinks before 8 - ain't nothing wrong with that! Added bonus: their sangria is delicious.
Arepa Benedict (with the ham!) is one of the best brunch options near Tompkins Park. Not a bad Bloody Mary either.
Diego RufoApril 4, 2011Yuca Bar is a funky spot serving an eclectic pan-Latin cuisine and the best mojito and sangria around. It's well known for its fusion of Latin cuisine, lively bar scene, and great happy hour specials Read more
Laura PilcherAugust 25, 2013Arepas benedictos...so amazing! The home fries are a mix of regular and sweet potatoes with peppers. Great blend of flavors.
KattFebruary 17, 2015Love,love, love this place the best drinks, service and the food is delicious!!!!! Had brunch here and stopped by for drinks.. Always a great experience 👌
Shaun Tollerton ⚡️February 20, 2017Arepas Benedictos was delicious. Grab a window seat for some Tompkins Square people watching too.
Tania PlateroJanuary 17, 2018Excellent music, great service and awesome Sugar Cane mojitos! My friends and I had an awesome time!
Morgan PolotanAugust 16, 2015The queso fundido and octopus were both good appetizers, but the carnitas platter for 2 was just a bunch of ok tasting meat. The Yuca Tai cocktail is sweet and delicious!
Lola YorkMarch 22, 2015Excellent brunch menu! I had chillaquiles and the sauce was perfectly made. Fresh squeeze orange juice my fav!! Will go back for dinner!
Jen DangJuly 27, 20132L pitcher of sangria for $35 during happy hour! Dishes are larger than the usual tapa sizes. Platano rellenos and the taquitos con carne were delish!
Michelle GonzalezMarch 15, 2014The food was great, but they don't take reservations for parties of 10 or more for some reason that makes no sense. We waited 2 hrs for a table on Friday night. It was still worth the wait!
Nick NickApril 5, 2015So many great tapas! I honestly can't pick just a few to recommend, they are all really delicious
Caroline PiresNovember 9, 2016Amazing service and amazing Latin food. The passion fruit margarita and the platano relleno are my favorites.
Anup TapaseOctober 27, 2012Tapas plates seem pricy at the beginning but they are big portions do well worth it. BBQ pork ribs and plantain with pulled pork.. Both delicious.
Cristina StoutApril 24, 2017The drinks and food here are amazing!! It can get super crowded and loud, but the atmosphere gives off a lively vibe.
SuperbJuly 10, 2012Awesome deals: Tuesday happy hour, prixe fixe brunch, and regular beer deals ($3 for a Modelo on our last visit!). The bar area can get pretty loud during the weekend, so be prepared to yell.
go on Tuesday for half price tapas. order the guac, vegetarian arepa, steak taquitos. down a pitcher of red sangria. write me a thank you letter later.
Nicolette RomeroSeptember 20, 2014Fun spot! The pitchers of sangria are huge. Get drunk and order the puerquito cubano - it's big enough for two!
Elle F.October 11, 2016Excellent Drink Selection. Brunch, Lunch, Dinner. Happy Hour Monday-Friday 1-8PM. Half Priced Tapas on Tuesday Until 8PM.
Margo MindnichAugust 16, 2014Location, location, location. Great outdoor seating with phenomenal food. Get the mojito or a sangria pitcher to share
Milton TrachtmanOctober 7, 2013Amazing food and atmosphere! Try the moqeca de Bahia, just like home.
Vlada AlyabyevaJune 13, 2015Everything is so good! 10/10 for food but 7/10 for drinks. Seriously, try the food and tell me I'm wrong.
Emily WJanuary 11, 2017Great happy hour deals. Tuesdays are half off tapas and the pulpo a la plancha is amazing!
For a group get the carnitas (for 2). The Espresso bbq costillitas are awesome. Yes the red sangria is wonderful
Brunch is great here, although a little on the pricey side. Tuesday nights till 8- half price tapas and cheaper drinks. Get the Sangria. (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
Lisa GruneauDecember 7, 2014Best Bloody Mary I've experienced so far. Nice Spanish touch on the egg Benedict's
Matthew SpectorJanuary 3, 2015Brilliant brunch deal - anything with the yuca hash is completely worth it and outstanding.
On Tuesday, tapas are half-off all-day until 8 PM. Get the platano relleno
Maria TORRESOctober 29, 2019Go often good Drinks and food friendly people great service. Good at anytime ...
- Nate BeattyJune 23, 2015Great atmosphere but lots of the dishes were surprisingly sweet. Stick to the savory stuff (no coconut lime dressing) and you'll love it.
Anand AgarawalaJuly 12, 2015Great vibes on the patio, easy to get a seat, decent food and super friendly staff
Susan LohJune 4, 2013tapas portions are quite large so choose wisely. recommend the tuna ceviche, which is served in a coconut!
Sara OdgaardAugust 5, 2015The plantano relleno, churrasquinhos and taquitos de camaron is great! Especially the Plantano Relleno
Josef SzottenJuly 2, 2015The Huevos Rancheros are amazing. Get them with poached eggs. You won't regret it
love steak? the steak and eggs is tasty. topped with a garlic, parsley chimmichurri sauce, you will be satisfied. a side of rice and beans completes this dish.
CarolineJanuary 21, 2016Food is pretty good and drinks too. Brunch was surprisingly fun and different than the usual.
Make sure everyone in your party arrives at the same time, otherwise you get a side of sass and nowhere to park your rear until all are near.
Happy hour 12-8 everyday but tuesdays are the best! 2 for 1 tapas. Go for the arepas
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(212) 982-9533
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Music
Live Music
Dining Options
Take-out, Delivery
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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"The lobster Mac and cheese is awesome! $30 for bottomless mimosa, sangria, and a few other options plus an entree. The mimosas weren't strong but still worth the $30. Great atmosphere and music."
Byron Flores - 9.0
"The most authentic tortilla I've had in the city so far- can't wait to come back for dinner! Great crowd!"
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