Socarrat is a crucial part of the Paella Valenciana, the original Spanish paella. It’s traditionally made with ingredients you would find on a family farm in Valencia. There’s seared free-range chicken, vine-ripened tomato sofrito, extra-virgin olive oil, and sprigs of fresh rosemary. Native garrofó and bajoqueta beans are cooked with saffron and smoky paprika, and the bomba rice soaks up all the savory broth and poultry juices. The entire dish is cooked in a paella pan, in a thin layer. The wide surface allows it cook evenly, quickly, and form the essential socarrat.

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It should never be soggy and watery, but rather dry and flavorful. Socarrat Paella Bar started off as a single location and within a decade and a half, became home to the three best Spanish restaurants in NYC. That’s because of the combination of our diversity in dishes, the fresh ingredients we use in our cooking and the flavor that comes as a result of our chefs. Whether you’re coming in for just a small bite or a multi-course meal, you know you’ll be satisfied no matter which restaurant locale you choose for lunch, brunch or dinner.

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Our dishes are rooted in traditional Spanish cooking and recipes, bringing you an authentic Spanish restaurant menu that will transport you to the Iberian Peninsula. Although our restaurants are in NYC, the paella from our kitchen, with its signature mouthwatering caramelized, crispy rice, will make you feel like you’re relaxing along the beaches of Valencia. We invite you to visit us and experience the best Spanish cuisine in Chelsea. Our convenient location makes us an ideal spot for any meal, whether it’s a quick drink, a leisurely dinner, or a weekend brunch. socarrat Socarrat is the crust that forms on the bottom of the paella pan when the liquid is rendered and the rice reaches its peak of... Our Chelsea location, the first Socarrat restaurant, sets the bar for authentic Spanish dining with Spanish art, great wines, and a cozy vibe.

Too much liquid can overcook the rice into mush; not enough liquid will leave the rice undercooked on the inside and burnt on the outside. Socarrat has three lively NYC locations, each showcasing a different part of Spanish culture. The Chelsea restaurant has Spanish art and a peaceful garden patio, which is great for outdoor dining. At Socarrat Nolita, there are Flamenco shows and decor inspired by bulls and the “language of the fan.” Midtown East brings the fun of Valencia’s Las Fallas festival with a vibrant bar scene. Whether it’s our brunch spread, dinner selections, desserts, or creative drinks at our bar, every visit to our Midtown restaurant offers something new to try. If you want to eat real paella, proper paella, albeit the best paella, make it at home!

Eighteen minutes of careful simmering puts an authentic Spanish dish right on your dining room table. We have created several family-style menu options for all parties of 10 or more to give our guests the best experience. All menu choices are pre-selected by the guest before dining and portioned to the size of the party. With three locations in NYC, we offer extraordinary venues for business meetings, rehearsal dinners, and other special gatherings. Just wanted to remind you before we send you to our partner's booking site that you can send multiple messages & view rates of your favorite venues in one spot here at TVR. Saved room for some churros with Nutella or hazelnut.