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Best Happy Hour in East Harlem
Best Romantic Restaurants in East Harlem
Best Brunch in East Harlem
Best Spanish in East Harlem
Master Critic Review
The Lexington Social
7.9
Tapas wine and cocktail bar in Spanish Harlem serving Mediterranean small plates with a noticeable Spanish accent. It works best as a drink-first hangout where you fill the table with croquettes, chorizo, and flatbreads instead of committing to a long, formal meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Goat cheese croquettes, Chorizo with cannellini beans, Malfatis (spinach and ricotta dumplings)
Scores:
Value: 7.6
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 7.4
Food Quality: 7.9
Atmosphere: 8
Cultural Relevance: 6.2
What makes it special: Cozy neighborhood tapas and wine bar where cocktails, small plates, and conversation share top billing.
Who should go: Friends meetups wanting tapas, cocktails, and a relaxed bar scene
When to visit: Happy hour or early evening for drink deals and easier seating
What to order: Goat cheese croquettes, chorizo with beans, malfatis
Insider tip: Treat it as a drinks-and-tapas stop and plan dinner elsewhere if you want a full entrée-style meal.