Great Paella May Be Coming to the Upper West Side

The best news about the authentic and tasty paella served at Socarrat Paella Bar in Chelsea is that it may be traveling uptown.  Our waiter said that the Upper West Side could possibly be in this bar-like restaurant’s future.  That’s a very good thing, given the outstanding quality of food currently offered at the downtown locale.

It’s very hard to find an authentic paella in the U.S.; the one at Socarrat comes as close as any I’ve eaten.  There are several varieties, including a seafood version; one that’s totally vegetarian; and one with pork, chicken, duck and chorizo.

We ordered a classic Socarrat Paella, which consisted of chicken, beef, mussels, clams and green beans. The seafood was cooked so that it was tender and juicy .  But it was the rice that truly blew us away.  It was perfectly seasoned and formed an intensely flavored crunchy crust on the bottom of the paella pan, just like a proper version of the classic dish should.

Don’t go to Socarrat for an intimate dining experience.  Everyone is seated elbow to elbow at a long bar.  The waiter was friendly and eager to answer all questions.

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