Casa Mono

Casa Mono and its sister restaurant, Bar Jamón are located next to each other on Irving Place and 17th Street, just east of Union Square. Awarded three stars from The New York Times in 2015 and a Michelin Star in 2009 (and every year since), Casa Mono is a tapas bar-restaurant inspired by the coo...

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Address

52 Irving Pl (btwn E 17th & E 18th St) New York , NY 10003 United States

Credit Cards Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi No
Outdoor Seating No
Parking Street
Restroom Yes
Menus Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert
Drinks Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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The Corcoran Group

Another Batali success - this tapas joint is up there as one of our favorites. We love just about everything here, but the razor clams and the pumpkin and goat cheese croquetas are must-orders!

Cali Zimmerman

Not your average tapas place . The plates are actually descent proportions and have such a variation of tastes that you'll be full after about 4-5 (sharing). The best: pigs ears , the razor clams

Ariana Voyer

Larger than tapas ; duck egg w/black truffles - must get! Also tried Long Island striped bass w/peaches, razor clams , bone marrow , jamon iberico & mussels w/chorizo. Complex flavors and unique pairings

Risa

COME HUNGRY & GET EVERYTHING. Pictured here: briny uni, silky eggs , fruity olive oil , tangy lime zest, and earthy nuts . Apparently I never knew balance before eating this. Dessert : olive oil cake !

Ben K.

Fantastic tapas and authentic experience if you stand at the counter at Bar Jamon . Order the standards: pan con tomate, mussels escabeche, rillettes, Jamón iberico , polpo and finish with churros .

Eater

For Chef Jeff’s second pre-Carbone dinner , he’d popped into tapas bar Casa Mono for a drink and ended up “knee deep in the best paella he’d had all year.” [Episode 5] Read more

Kimmie Ohh

Amazing tapas bar ! Get the burrata with corn , bacalao croquetas , crab & chorizo croquetas , sardinas, razor clams , jerk fried quail , oxtail peppers , chicken beats & bone marrow . Be adventurous here!

Hien Ly

Yummy!! The razor clams , duck egg with black truffle , setas (oyster mushrooms ) with garlic ! Tiny place with half tables and half bar style seats. Lovely wines as well .

Alex Robertson

amazing place. get a seat at the bar where you can watch the lady cook—everything looks spectacular being cheffed up and then coming out. the aesthetics might slightly outpunch the taste though

Ernesto Gutierrez

Razor clams made me a believer. A simple dish with incredible taste. The pork croqueta is a piece of heaven. Their jamón ibérico is a great cut. Great spot to bring a date.

Kiwi Wang

This has been my favorite restaurant in NYC for 12 years and counting. Have never disappointed. So consistently delicious. That seared foie with cinco cebollas oh man oh man.

Serious Eats

Casa Mono serves the food of Catalunya, with an emphasis on traditional dishes like fideos and croquetas . Expect a packed crowd at Bar Jamon , where the charcuterie and wine are the thing.

Chefs Feed

The combination of pork , seafood and aioli in the classic fideo noodle-based dish is irresistible. It is the must-order at Mario Batali's Spanish restaurant . Read more

ben m

I love both sides. Casa Mono for the razor clams and beets . Bar Jamon for wine and cheese . When you go for the cheese get a sheep, cow and goat . Love life.

Eric Tash

This place makes me believe unicorns and Santa Claus exist. Wow. Charcuterie , seared duck breast and pork meatballs made the stars align. This is placed in the top 1% of meals I've had in NYC.

Renaud #

Great food, great ambiance if you do not mind the loud sound volume. Potatoes , scallops with green curry (picture) are delicious.

Johnnie Skywalking

Unfortunately razor clam is not available all the time. But there are plenty other or all other dishes to make up for. Bone marrow . Creamy eggs . Fluke. Must sit at the counter table.

Jaime Singson

Try the Patatas bravas . Superb and delicious. Don't listen to them when they tell u that u can just walk in w/o reservation . when we arrived, we couldn't be seated since we didn't have a reservation !

Rewan Parti

Order the pata negra and the sherry wine fleet. The charred octopus is great. This place can be very busy so make sure you call ahead and get a reservation .

Marie La Rue

A look at the menu will transport you to Spain. Scallops , buratta and almond cake were standouts. Excellent service .

Alex Hunsucker

You can't make a bad choice on this menu. The blackened beats, soft shell crab , and pork belly were highlights. Be sure to ask for the sommelier for help with the extensive wine menu - he's great.

Susan Lai

Everything! sardines, mackerel , baby squid , RAZOR CLAMS - Delicious!Creme fraiche ice cream was so refreshing.. Cumin was too strong in the Pulpo though.

Jeff Woo

Holy grail of amazing Spanish small plate . I return for the Razor Clams , Foie Gras (best), Duck , Pulpo , Skirt Steak , Jamon Iberico . Arrive at 6PM to ensure seating. Fun: Cocks comb avail upon request

pablco

It's a bit pricy 100$ for two people, but they have a bar right next to it 'bar jamon ' that is much more affordable but is really small. The place is small and cozy , try the calamari and croquetas !

Jules McGuire

Must get: foie gras , fideos , skirt steak and razor clams !!

Joan Park

Razor Clams is drenched in olive oil & garlic . Pulpo had slight bitter & citrusy flavors from the fennel and grapefruit . Pork Croquetas were a bit dry for my liking & Pan con Tomate is boring.

Natsuko U

Creative Spanish tapas.., cozy restaurant in Aster place. Food is a little salty side but very tasty.

Lori Luo

Be sure to make reservations at this cozy Michelin-starred tapas restaurant . Order the razor clams a la plancha, skirt steak with romesco, and quail .

Amanda Rella

Fun and trendy spot for some Spanish tapas ! Must try's are the bone marrow , burrata , oxtail stuffed red peppers and carpaccio .

Giulia Prati

The bar seats are a treat! You can watch it all come together in the kitchen while you wait for your next tapa and nibble.

AmateurConcierge

The pork belly is AMAZING. Didn't love the mono salad . You can get away with less than 3 dishes per person if you're not famished

Silene Lim

It has been a while since I have been but the tapas are phenomenal. It doesn't hurt that it has a Michelin Star either, seven years in a row.

Dalì-La Rienzo

Really tasted tapas , very originals combinations of food and amazing wines ! Love it!!

Rizzo Sutaria

Duck egg , razor clams , pigs ears , rabbit ... literally just ate a Dr. Suess book and it was magnificent. Add lorax to the menu and fuggadaboutit.

Eater

Chef Andy Nusser has crafted a menu of substantial tapas and medium-sized entrées, done mostly “a la plancha” with unmistakably Catalan flavors; get the duck egg with mojama . [Eater 38 Member] Read more

Rocio Fernandez

5 years since the last time here. Different times and different company. Happy with the girls here... And the razor clams .

Su Park

Bone marrow , pork belly , and pork croquettes were delicious! Servers seemed grumpy, but it was Christmas Eve, so they might just not have been happy to be working. Moroccan lamb was ok.

Halstead Property

If you want tapas , this is it. Our waiter recommended the duck egg with mojama , and it was a spot on. Also, sit at the bar to experience Spanish food cooked à la plancha (on the grill).

Glory Kadigan

Excellent desserts . Great wine and great food. You can't go wrong!

Katie Hall

Everything was beautiful, cooked to perfection and absolutely delicious. Unique and delightful, Casa Mono is an absolute gem.

Foursquare Insiders

“When looking at this Spanish wine list, I prefer Txakoli as an aperitif, then dabble with rosé before juicy, unctuous red wines from undiscovered regions that ooze with quality.” - Laura Williamson Read more

jake furst

sit at the bar and watch the tapas masters earn their keep. my faves are the snapper crudo , soft shell crab bocadillo and pork belly with uni. also - great foursquare Special for Newbies.

Sunny Lee

Come before 6pm if you want to attempt walk-in dining. Bar seats are the best because you get to watch the chefs prepare the delicious dishes!

Kevin Zhang

Everything is above average. Razor clamsa la plancha and squid with harissa and squid ink are standouts. Wish it were a bigger restaurant !

Sean Stenstrom

Substantial tapas and medium-sized entrées, done mostly “a la plancha” with unmistakably Catalan flavors; get the duck egg with mojama .

Liva

Yummy. Wines are from Spain, ie prepare to enjoy with the meat then be ready for the tipping point into headache and the hangover later.

Bravo

I absolutely die for the Razor Clams ! No worries, if you can't get a table, Bar Jamon is right around the corner with a huge wine selection and charcuterie station. -Arnold Myint, Top Chef

Alex Ravenel

Come solo, skip the crowd and squeeze into the bar . Watch the chefs at work and try as much as you can.

Ebee D

Consistently delicious! Brussels w. fuet Catalan, oxtail stuffed piquillo peppers , skirt steak ...all so so good.

Michelin Travel & Lifestyle

The best tapas are razor clams , house-made chorizo , spicy rabbit kebabs , piquillo peppers , pulpo , or fried duck egg . – Green Guide Editor

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