Our Restaurant · Since 1925
Cooking, as always
Authentic Spanish cooking in the heart of Manhattan since 1925. Tapas, paella, wines from Spain, and more than a century of history behind our red door.
OUR HISTORY
Spanish food in New York with more than 100 years of tradition
La Nacional opened its restaurant in 1925 as the official canteen of the Spanish Benevolent Society, and it hasn’t closed since. We’re the last remnant of the Little Spain that once existed in Manhattan, a corner where Spanish cooking is served the way it’s always been served: with ingredients brought straight from Spain, recipes passed down for generations, and the feel of a tavern that has watched more than a century go by.
1925
The year we opened, as the official canteen of the Spanish Benevolent Society.
THE MENU
Tapas in New York and authentic Spanish cooking
Tapas to share, paella made with the rice and sofrito it deserves, fresh seafood, meats, and a selection of wines imported directly from Spain. The menu changes with the seasons, but the commitment to authenticity doesn’t.
THE SPACES
Find your spot at La Nacional
The Bar
Grab a drink, share some tapas, or watch the game with family.
Communal Table
A high-top table facing the bar. For groups of 9 to 14 who want atmosphere and good conversation.
Private Room
Closed off, quiet, and just for you. Up to 20 guests for special dinners or work gatherings.
CULTURE & CONVERSATION
The best Spanish restaurant in New York for every occasion
At La Nacional, dinner and culture share the same table.
Flamenco Tablao
One Saturday a month, live flamenco tablao right in our dining room.
Tango Nights
Every Thursday, New York’s longest-running tango night.
Soccer with Family
When La Liga or the national team is playing, La Nacional’s bar is the place to be.
The Long Table
Spanish wine, conversation, and a table that’s in no hurry to empty out.
COME VISIT US
Reserve your table at La Nacional
At La Nacional, dinner and culture share the same table.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday – Friday
4:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Saturday
12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- 239 West 14th Street, West Village, New York