Suba Restaurant
(212) 982-5714
109 Ludlow St
New York,
NY
10002
40.7193
-73.9888
Neighborhoods: Downtown, Lower East Side
What People Are Saying About Suba Restaurant
The Editor
Kathleen Squires
Citysearch
The Scene
"One defines oneself by reinvention," the punk poet Henry Rollins once said, a tenet that the owners of this oft-evolving Spanish spot must hold true. After several chef changes, the interior has undergone a facelift too. A tall blond-wood communal table and taupe banquettes now make the upstairs lounge more comfortable, and while water still streams around the perimeter of the glamorous grotto room, cream-colored walls brighten it up.
The Food
Seamus Mullen, of sister spot Boqueria, introduces a modern Barcelona-based menu. Small plates come on strong: juicy lamb meatballs accompanied by refreshing salsa verde; almond-crusted soft shell crabs surrounded by succulent heirloom tomatoes; and crispy potato croquettes touched with Spanish sausage and a frisky red pepper aioli. The Cremosa--a risotto with peas, mint, Manchego and pork belly bits--is the superior share dish, while the must-have dessert is bunuelos, pastry puffs filled with chocolate and served with horchata ice cream.
User Reviews
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March 20, 2009
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chic9chica
January 26, 2009
I had really high expectations before I arrived at this restaurant. The reviews seems to be really good. First off the decor is really nice. I really like the water underneath the tables in the Grotto. Our waiter was great and was always making sure the dinner was going okay. Now to the food. The food was not good. We ordered Paella Valenciana (mediocre), Bravas Peludas (okay dish), Pork Tenderloin (okay dish), Fritura Mar Y Huerta (not good) and Exqueisada De Bacalao (no taste). The clientele seem to be really chic and good looking but in reality you go to a restaurant for the food and the food was not good.
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claire124
November 24, 2008
This place is so cool. I haven't eaten here, but the scene on a recent friday night was perfect for me and a huge group of friends. Not crowded at all, but not empty, we salsa danced and drank the night away. What a great atmoshphere!
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When to Go:
See live flamenco shows on Sunday nights. Try special wine and tapas pairings on selected Wednesday nights.
Prix Fixe Menus:
Feast on the Surtido, the chef's selection for the table, for $45 per person.
What to Drink:
The 250-bottle wine list focuses on Spain while signature cocktails include six takes on sangria and a flaming mojito made with absinthe, whose $25 price tag is justified by its colossal potency.
Category:
Restaurants, Real Estate Agents
Payment Methods:
American Express, Diners Club, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Late Night Dining, Private Rooms, Date Spot, Romantic Dining, Outdoor Dining, Notable Chef, People Watching, Online Reservations, Group Dining, Dine At The Bar, Notable Wine List, Bar Scene, Prix Fixe Menu
Cuisine:
Notable Chef:
Seamus Mullen
