We're a bunch of Foodie Travelnistas who were looking to celebrate a Birthday and so I went online to see what's new in Harlem,at least new for us. Vinateria was the first link I clicked on. It looked very inviting and appealing. And the words "Spain inspired " caught my attention since we love Barcelona and Valencia so much!
So it was the Rainiest night on Election night and some of us came from Brooklyn and Long Island. The weather and traffic were horrible and as we approached Harlem I felt pressure that I picked the place because after going through immense effort to get there, Your mind starts questioning you," this place better be good!"
Vinateria we Give you 10 Stars! Miss Fay and Chef Mimi get the extra 5!
Food was excellent! Grilled Octupus is Superb! Please consider an Entree version! Baby potatoes were a bit heavy on the salt side but that's an easy fix!
Black Spaghetti is another Winner! Whole Burrata was delish!
Ribeye Steak was perfectly done! Rigatoni was great, pasta was al dente,Lamb sausage was tasty...I would have put a hint more garlic but that's just my personal preference.
Extensive Wine List. Cocktails We tried; 7 ate 9 and Cherry maids...both crowd pleasers.
Service was EXCELLENT! One of our party has severe food allergies and the Kitchen accommodated her Effortlessly!
Did I mention the Grilled Octopus had me speaking Catalan!
lol!
The warmth and charming personality of Miss Fay was the icing on the cake! We all wanted to take her home...She's such an amazing Spirit and is immensely proud of her Family especially her Grandsons....
Vinateria, You took us to Gastronomic Euphoria and for that we say Grazi! #Michelin Worthy!
One of my favorite establishments in NYC... not just Harlem! Excellent staff, great wine list, and the Black Pasta is to die for! Kudos to Yvette Leeper-Bueno (Proprietor) for being one of the main reasons for not having to go downtown for fine dining and a great atmosphere!
Second time here and loved it again! Veal meatballs in polenta appetizer was divine, with just a bit of spicy heat. One of tonight's specials was chicken milanese. Perfectly cooked, moist, yet a great crisp crust with some arugala.
Excellent servers too! Will return!
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