New York, NY 10011
212.677.3833
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Elettaria is a hidden gem on an unfortunate street caught in-between everything and located at nothing. The stretch that the restaurant is located on is through way connecting the West Village to Greenwich Village and you'd never expect to find an intimate, eclectic and hip place beside all the discount shoe stores and fro-yo kiosks. The rich red door is your first indication that this place is different from its surroundings and the low ceilings, dark interior and long, inviting bar top confirms this.
I'd recommend treating this less of a place to get a meal but rather a place to enjoy a few drinks that happens to serve excellent food. I don't usually try drinks off of the cocktail menu but since the place was new and the owner (Noel Cruz) was there, I was convinced to try the Opaka Raka. I'd have to say I became a convert. The drink was made of Junipero gin and bitters and the taste could best be described as a more sublime Mojito but without all the sugar. I don't know if it could rival Freemans, Little Branch or Milk 'n Honey but it sure would be a good bet to try out. The menu could probably use a little more variety but the little they do have on it, is superb. In my mind, the appetizers outshine the entrees especially the deep fried quail legs with its battering looks a little like savory lollipops. The sea scallops, samosas (different twist with rabbit) and pork ribs are also excellent. The entrees are also very good but not as exciting as the firsts. The halibut with tapoica is outstanding and so is the duck made with Indian ingredients and techniques. The desserts are a work in progress but just a small afterthought since you're there for the drinks and atmosphere.
Elettaria is a hidden gem on an unfortunate street caught in-between everything and located at nothing. The stretch that the restaurant is located on is through way connecting the West Village to Greenwich Village and you'd never expect to find an intimate, eclectic and hip place beside all the discount shoe stores and fro-yo kiosks. The rich red door is your first indication that this place is different from its surroundings and the low ceilings, dark interior and long, inviting bar top confirms this.
I'd recommend treating this less of a place to get a meal but rather a place to enjoy a few drinks that happens to serve excellent food. I don't usually try drinks off of the cocktail menu but since the place was new and the owner (Noel Cruz) was there, I was convinced to try the Opaka Raka. I'd have to say I became a convert. The drink was made of Junipero gin and bitters and the taste could best be described as a more sublime Mojito but without all the sugar. I don't know if it could rival Freemans, Little Branch or Milk 'n Honey but it sure would be a good bet to try out. The menu could probably use a little more variety but the little they do have on it, is superb. In my mind, the appetizers outshine the entrees especially the deep fried quail legs with its battering looks a little like savory lollipops. The sea scallops, samosas (different twist with rabbit) and pork ribs are also excellent. The entrees are also very good but not as exciting as the firsts. The halibut with tapoica is outstanding and so is the duck made with Indian ingredients and techniques. The desserts are a work in progress but just a small afterthought since you're there for the drinks and atmosphere.
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