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Despaña

Spanish Restaurant and Sandwich Spot$$$$

SoHo, New York

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Despaña

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Ranked #10 for tapas in New York
The Spanish food at Despaña is a can't miss
"Best place in the city for lunch tapas and bocadillos."(40 Tips)
"The Picante sandwich is amazing"(12 Tips)
"Chorizo sandwich is great for a cold day"(7 Tips)
"Get the Despana sandwich and the (thick) hot chocolate."(7 Tips)

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Johnnie SkywalkingApril 23, 2016
You can select tapas from showcase or order from menu. Anchovies and sardines are cooked to order.
John BouSeptember 25, 2011
You must try the Jamon Iberico de Bellota....at $180/LB it is pricey....but something you must experience if you're a fan of cured meats. Only a handful of places in the US are able to import it.
Peter LadaJune 4, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Tapas, wine. The best pork on the planet.
Latha SJanuary 5, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Sample Chorizo and get some to take home. Sardines yum in can
Théo BlochetJune 7, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Not too hungry? Get their $5.50 Flautas mini-sandwiches! The 'Chestnuts' version is pretty good for a light meal in Soho.
David BanJune 11, 2014
Been here 5+ times
The Mallorquin is a sleeper hit, with the honey adding a nice sweet touch. Add some soft sheep's cheese to take it over the top.
heather doughertyAugust 4, 2015
Been here 100+ times
Buy some wine next door & pop into the back for some tapas. Excellent place to load up on chorizo, cheese & other foods.
FaFFySeptember 11, 2017
Good ingredients fresh with Spanish taste, nice wine selection. Gazpacho is one of the best I've ever try.
Tom MengApril 24, 2017
Been here 10+ times
They serve yummy warm sandwiches. My favorite is their chorizo sandwich. Try their samples while you wait.
AditiMarch 22, 2018
Best bocadillos ever! The “Despana” sounds simple but the quality of ingredients make it one of my favorite sandwiches
Leo MedinaFebruary 25, 2016
Incredible chorizos. The picante sandwich is really good. Also, there is one of the fine oils in a smaller bottle that's increidble.
Sally RichardsonApril 1, 2016
Get the meat and cheese board to share! Wine next door that you can drink here.
Noah WeissJune 1, 2011
Been here 10+ times
The picante is spicy and delicious. Chorizo with Basque peppers, tomatoes, a soft cheese, and a healthy dose of olive oil on a big crusty ciabatta.
Denis SosnovtsevJanuary 12, 2015
Delicious sandwiches, the Picante bocadillo came recommended and it was well worth it. Mediocre coffee, though, so bring some in from elsewhere.
Will SchollJune 24, 2016
Amazing sandwiches but the bread feels like it's dusted in chalk. If you're fussy about your hands while you eat (which I am): be warned.
Rafa TFebruary 4, 2016
As a Spaniard living in NY, I over expected so much it still hurts... The shop part is amazing, the sandwiches, excessively poor (when comparing to real Spanish ones). Serrano with cream cheese? Ugh.
LorenJuly 27, 2015
My go-to for gifts to bring to out of town hosts - for 10-20 you can put together a little package of imported packaged foods that impress.
Gabriel GiambastianiDecember 27, 2014
Nice for a quick meal when visiting Soho. Try "Despaña" and "El Quijote" sandwiches.
Erin H.March 15, 2015
Amazing sandwiches and great selection of fresh cut deli style meat, but not the regular meat you get a grocery store!
DonTonTingoJanuary 6, 2014
Had a goat cheese and Carmalized onion snack on toasted bread. It was good! Had the octopus as well not as good. Very fishy. Probably frozen. Cool shop though!
Dan EJanuary 13, 2020
Been here 5+ times
Get a bottle of wine next store at their wine shop to enjoy with your tapas
Zack DavenportAugust 2, 2014
While you wait for your delicious chorizo sandwich, fill up on all the chorizo, bread, and cheese samples located around the entrance.
SuYeone JeonNovember 16, 2016
The homemade spicy chorizo is perfect for breakfast!
Spiros TheocharisAugust 17, 2016
Very tasty Spanish food in the heart of New York. Try the bocadillo with Spanish Jamon
Garett PressAugust 9, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Picante bocadillo is the go-to but any of their sandwiches will fill your heart with joy.
Nate FolkertNovember 9, 2015
gallego sandwich with serrano ham, chorizon, and arzua ulloa cheese, served warm
Johnnie SkywalkingDecember 26, 2016
Oil sardine, octopus over a glass of red sangria makes it a great Sunday afternoon.
Zi WangJune 2, 2015
Made me wait forever because they messed order up, but sandwich was worth the wait. Offered me a drink on the house to make it up, so great service too.
Emily WilsonDecember 30, 2015
Order a traditional Serrano sandwich and ask for it with warm manchego and mixed greens.
Valentin GuerinNovember 1, 2016
Probably the best sandwiches (bocadillo) in town. Try the Despana, toasted.
Miguel Roberto MangligotMay 28, 2017
Amazing Spanish restaurant. The paella is amazing and the jamon is also really good
Jill MulliganOctober 2, 2014
The chorizo is awesome, as is the pulpo with mashed potatoes
Kevin YehFebruary 26, 2019
great samples, great sandwiches, great frozen sangria.....what more do you want new york
Jon SteinbackMarch 20, 2015
Been here 5+ times
the pescador is delicious, but get some breath mints for afterwards...
Santino SladavicAugust 30, 2013
Best place in the city for lunch tapas and bocadillos. Trust me...I lived in Spain. Food is epic.
Ray LinFebruary 21, 2015
Great hot sandwiches. Grab a toothpick and sample the huge selection of meats and cheeses.
Jeff WooAugust 16, 2011
Been here 5+ times
The pintxo with jamon and white anchovies is to die for. Get some jamon iberico to go & really enjoy the day at the park!
Isa SierraSeptember 18, 2018
Good enough to appease your tapas crave. A little pricey for my liking though. The patatas Riojanas are an absolute dream.
Andrew SMay 18, 2015
The free samples are insane as is everything else in this place. Try the blood sausage.
Jessie ChenJune 9, 2015
Chorizo and cheese sample heaven! Also can't go wrong with any of the sandwiches
DensDecember 15, 2014
Been here 10+ times
This is quickly turning into my go-to lunch spot. Any of the bocadillos rival what you'd find in Barcelona. Also, you could fill yourself up on FREE SAMPLES of chorizo & cheese alone - amuse bouche!
Russell SinclairMay 6, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Tasty Spanish sandwiches and salads, and you get to sample the deli wares while you wait.
chinselJuly 6, 2015
sample everything and then buy everything. tasty authentic sandwiches too.
Laurence PaverdJune 13, 2012
Been here 5+ times
One of a few gems in the area. Take a mid-day vacation to Spain! Pressed sandwiches ... it's all great!
David ParkJuly 25, 2014
Order a chorizo bocadillo and get your appetizer fill on with the various samples while you wait.
Natalie DavisFebruary 15, 2019
Super knowledgeable & friendly in the wine shop! Delicious delicious food and wonderful service.
Cristal OrpillaJuly 23, 2014
5J jamon iberico, canned pulpo, olive oil! For pintxos, get the croquetas & tortillas
Nathan YuenJune 10, 2015
Been here 10+ times
It's all about the picante sandwich
Rob AtkinsonJanuary 18, 2016
Delicious little Spanish deli. Chorizo sandwich is great for a cold day
Kathryn DJuly 15, 2017
Oh my, so so so good. Split a sandwich, get the sangria, don't ignore the salads.

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