(212) 253-2773
125 E 17th St
New York,
NY
10003
40.7359
-73.9873
Neighborhoods: Midtown, Gramercy Park
What People Are Saying About Bar Jamon
The Editor
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Citysearch
The Scene – Mario Batali, partner Joe Bastianich and chef Andy Nusser shift gears with Bar Jamon, their first foray into the snacky foods of Spain. The teensy rustic-chic room--attached to sister restaurant Casa Mono--dispenses with table service entirely. Instead, Gen-X diners grab their glasses from wood cabinets, angle for stools at two communal wood tables and shout out orders. Thanks to fast-moving bartenders, wine flows and everyone's fed fast. – – The Food – This Iberian "ham bar" offers just two: tender 14-month Navidul, and drier, intensely flavored 18-month…
11/28/09
Great little tapas place - quick & chic
by jay2002 at Citysearch
I discovered this place (like many others) on nights when i could not get a table at Casa Mono around the corner. A tiny room surrounded by wine bottles and shared tables that are packed - it really feels like Spain. The menu is a board on the wall above the preperation station, and involves mostly different types of spanish jamon, cheese, olives, and classic cold tapas such as pane con tomate and tortillas (don't hold me to spelling). The wine by the glass are served in generous large glasses and are delicious. If you like small packed places that feel like people should be smoking and speak in Spanish... this is it. It has become one of my favorites as either pre-dinner or a light dinner.
- Pros: Delicious jamon & cheese, atmosphere can't be beat
- Cons: No warm dishes only cold cuts
02/23/09
Great place to start your eve
by thecfaktor at Citysearch
Great place to get the evening started with one of Mario's fantastic plates. He serves up excellent Spanish style tapas with fantastic cheeses and meats.
- Pros: Amazing charcuterie, cheeses and wines
- Cons: Small space
11/02/08
A COUPLES BEST KEPT SECRET!!
by McPinks at Citysearch
My husband and I love this place for a cozy, intimate chat, great wine and fantastically fresh tapas plates. Don't go if you're looking for a meal! We find that their selection of cheese, shaved prosciutto, and a variety of other Mediterranean snacks are more than sufficient for a light bite. Why would you want to overkill a great bottle of wine anyway? If you're on a budget, their wine list is not for you. We particularly like to go on Sunday through Wednesday nights, as it's communal tables don't seem so cramped, and we're able to find a cozy nook of two bar stools fairly easy. It's pretty cool that it's used as an overflow or waiting room for Batali's restaurant, "Casa Mono" next door, however we like Bar Jamon so much, that every time we make a reservation for Casa Mono, we end up just staying at the wine bar instead. Yes, it's that great! This place is a perfect place for 2 gals wanting to catch up, a first date, an intimate place for any couple, or a fun stop with friends while touring around Manhattan! It truly is a hidden gem, that I wished stayed more of a secret!!!
- Pros: Fresh food, great wine, cozy ambiance, romantic, great area!
- Cons: It's almost self-serve, you have to get up to the bar yourself if you want anything. Sometimes hard with cramped space!
The Details on Bar Jamon
What to Drink:
More than a dozen Spanish varietals, from Rias Biaxas to Rioja to Garnacha-merlot mixes, arrive by the quarto, not by the glass. These 1/3 bottle ($12 to $30) carafes are perfect for two people to share.
When to Go:
Skip dessert and head to Bar Jamon for a late-night cheese plate with condiments like honey-steeped walnuts, served until 2am.
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Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Late Night Dining, People Watching, Family Style Dining, Dine At The Bar, Notable Wine List
Cuisine:
Notable Chef:
Mario Batali
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