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Casa Mono
Master Critic Reviews (4 Lists)
Casa Mono
8.8
The neighborhood’s Michelin-star tapas benchmark, drawing on Costa Brava traditions with a New York sense of energy and precision. Dishes feel both rustic and exacting—seafood, offal, and vegetables treated with confidence—served in a tight, buzzy room that rewards repeat visits.
Must-Try Dishes:
Uni with lobster sofrito, Pig ear salad, Seasonal fideuà or paella-style rice
Scores:
Value: 7.8
Service: 8.3
Consistency: 8.9
Food Quality: 9.1
Atmosphere: 8.6
Cultural Relevance: 8.7
What makes it special: Michelin-star Spanish raciones with serious technique.
Who should go: Tapas obsessives and special-occasion diners
When to visit: Weeknight late seating for best pace
What to order: Uni sofrito, pig ear salad, rice special
Insider tip: Trust the seasonal specials—often the night’s peak.
Casa Mono
8.5
A tight, candle-warm Spanish tapas counter where the energy stays hushed enough for flirting but lively enough to feel like the city’s in on your date. Chef-driven small plates—seafood, offal, and seasonal vegetables—arrive fast and beg to be shared. Michelin-star pedigree meets neighborhood intimacy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Arroz Negro with Sepia, Oxtail-Stuffed Piquillo Peppers, Fluke Crudo
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 8.1
Consistency: 8.7
Food Quality: 8.8
Atmosphere: 8.6
Cultural Relevance: 8.3
What makes it special: One-star tapas in a narrow, ultra-intimate room built for sharing.
Who should go: Adventurous eaters on a cozy date.
When to visit: Weeknight dinner for easier reservations.
What to order: Arroz negro, oxtail piquillos, a rotating seasonal crudo.
Insider tip: Grab counter seats to watch the kitchen and chat between bites.
Casa Mono
8.6
A tight, high-energy Spanish tapas bar that feels like a mini night out in Barcelona. Expect bold flavors, serious sherry and wine, and plenty of small plates perfect for sharing over a long celebration.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sea urchin with toast, Octopus with fingerlings, Churros with chocolate
Scores:
Value: 7.6
Service: 8.3
Consistency: 8.7
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 8.4
Cultural Relevance: 8.5
What makes it special: Michelin-starred tapas with a party-friendly pulse.
Who should go: Couples and small groups who like to share plates.
When to visit: Late seating for peak buzz.
What to order: Uni toast, octopus, seasonal vegetables.
Insider tip: Sit at the bar for faster pacing and off-menu bites.
Casa Mono
8.5
A tight, always-buzzing Spanish spot that does serious cooking in small-plate form. Expect gutsy flavors, nose-to-tail rhythms, and a kitchen that lets each dish land in a clear, confident sequence.
Must-Try Dishes:
Uni scrambled eggs, Confit goat, Seasonal fideuà
Scores:
Value: 8.1
Service: 8.4
Consistency: 8.6
Food Quality: 8.9
Atmosphere: 7.6
Cultural Relevance: 8.3
What makes it special: One-star tapas counterpoint to Union Square’s classics.
Who should go: Adventurous small-plates sharers
When to visit: Late lunch or early dinner
What to order: Uni eggs, goat, a rotating seafood plate
Insider tip: Sit at the bar for the best pacing and chef energy.