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Socarrat Paella Bar - Chelsea
259 W 19th St
New York, NY 10011
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Dinner
$40 corkage fee per 750 ml bottle; $5 cake cutting fee per person
Tapas
Gambas al Ajillo
sizzling shrimp, olive oil, garlic, guindilla peppers
gluten-free
- $20.00
Croquetas
crispy and creamy croquettes of the day
- $17.00
Chorizo con Garbanzos
Spanish chorizo, spinach, chickpeas, paprika
gluten-free
- $18.00
Pulpo a la Gallega
imported Spanish octopus prepared Galician style, potato cubes, paprika oil, sea salt
gluten-free
- $26.00
Costilla de Ternera
short ribs braised in red wine, butternut squashed purée, baby carrot
gluten-free
- $28.00
Coles de Bruselas
crispy brussels sprouts, chopped almonds, sweet and spicy glaze
- $18.00
Pan con Tomate
fresh tomato spread, olive oil, garlic, country toast
vegan
- $11.00
Tortilla Española*
classic Spanish potato and caramelized onion omelette, padrón peppers, tomato toast
- $16.00
Patatas Bravas
crispy potato cubes, aioli, spicy tomato sauce
- $12.00
Dátiles
bacon wrapped dates stuffed with valdeón cheese, almonds, roasted apple purée
- $17.00
Calamar a la Plancha
grilled squid, parsley, garlic, olive oil, sea salt
gluten-free
- $24.00
Atún con Sésamo
seared sesame crusted tuna, avocado, mojo picón
gluten-free
- $24.00
Chuletas de Cordero
marinated grilled lamb chops, new potatoes, spicy honey sauce
gluten-free
- $27.00
Lubina
sea bass filet a la plancha, sautéed veggie pisto Spanish style
gluten-free
- $27.00
Albóndigas
veal and beef meatballs in a light tomato sauce
- $18.00
Bacalao con Berberechos
cod loin, lemon potato confit, white wine, cockles, garlic, parsley
gluten-free
- $28.00
Setas Salteadas
$22.00
sautéed oyster mushrooms, cremini, shimeji, maitake, shredded manchego, celery root purée
gluten-free
Napoleón de Verduras
layered eggplant, mushrooms, zucchini, tomato, goat cheese, basil oil, pumpkin seeds
gluten-free
- $18.00
Mejillones a la Marinera
mussels, white wine, light spicy tomato sauce
- $18.00
Alcachofas Fritas
fried artichokes, lemon caper remoulade
- $18.00
Jarrete de Cordero
lamb shank, brown sauce, steamed green beans, lemon thyme, hazelnuts
- $30.00
Ensalada Delicata con Queso Feta
roasted squash, feta cheese, mixed greens, walnuts, cranberries, sherry vinaigrette
gluten-free
- $20.00
Snacks
Pimientos de Padrón al Limón
fried shishito peppers, lemon zest, sea salt
- $14.00
Almendras y Aceitunas
Marcona almonds and marinated olives
vegan
gluten-free
- $12.00
Boquerones en Vinagreta
white anchovies, Spanish olives, piparra, EVOO
gluten-free
- $14.00
Boards
Jamón Serrano*
$29.00
Spanish white pig aged 18 months, tomato toast
Jamón Ibérico*
100% Iberico Spanish black foot pig, acorn-fed, aged 36 months, tomato toast
- $39.00
Campero*
jamón serrano, chorizo & salchichón Ibérico, manchego, idiazábal & mahón cheese, marcona almonds, olives, membrillo
- $38.00
Quesos*
Chef's selection of Spanish cheeses, assorted pairings
gluten-free
- (3) $25.00
- (5) $35.00
Paella
Paellas are priced per serving, Minimum order of 2 servings
Socarrat
free-range bone-in chicken, chorizo, shrimp, white fish, squid, mussels, cockles, fava beans, peppers, tomato sofrito
gluten-free
- (per serving) $35.00
Pescado y Marisco
shrimp, scallops, squid, mussels, cockles, white fish, snow peas, peppers, tomato sofrito
gluten-free
- (per serving) $35.00
Arroz Negro
shrimp, calamari, white fish, scallops, piquillo peppers, fava beans, squid ink sofrito
gluten-free
- (per serving) $35.00
De la Huerta
eggplant, broccoli, cauliflower, snow peas, chickpeas, tomatoes, artichokes, peppers, tomato sofrito
vegan
gluten-free
- (per serving) $34.00
- add Free-Range Chicken (Per Person)
- $5.00
Carne
pork loin chunks, free-range chicken, chorizo, snow peas, mushroom sofrito
gluten-free
- (per serving) $35.00
Langosta
lobster, calamari, shrimp, white fish, scallops, peppers, tomato sofrito
gluten-free
- (per serving) $51.00
Fideuá de Mar y Montaña
vermicelli noodles, squid, shrimp, free-range chicken, brussels sprouts, mushroom sofrito
- (per serving) $35.00
Gluten-Free: We offer gluten free items but we are not a gluten free certified kitchen. *Can be prepared gluten free
Postres
Churros con Chocolate
Churros, hot chocolate sauce
- $12.00
Flan
Flan, passion fruit, pistachio crumble, white chocolate coconut foam
- $13.00
Mousse de Chocolate
70% dark chocolate mousse, cocoa crumble, sea salt, EVOO
- $15.00
Tarta de Queso
$14.00
traditional Basque cheesecake, strawberry sauce
Torrija Caramelizada
Caramelized milk-infused brioche, lemon curd, strawberries, vanilla ice cream
- $16.00
Helado Sorbete del Día
$12.00
Ask your server for the daily selection
Vinos de Postre
dessert wines & sherries
Olivares Dulce Monastrell
$14.00
Jumilla
Don PX
$15.00
Pedro Ximenez de Toro Albalá Montilla-Moriles.
Lusteau East India
$14.00
Sweet oloroso, Jerez
Reymos
$13.00
Sparkling Moscatel, Valencia
Café y Té
coffee & tea
Espresso
$5.00Double Espresso
$8.00Café Cortado
$5.00Café con Leche
$6.00Café Bombón
$9.00
espresso, condensed milk
Capuccino
$6.00Americano
$5.00Carajillo
$12.00
espresso, choice of Bailey's rum or brandy.
Café Quixote
$14.00
Espresso, Spanish brandy, whipped cream.
Té
$5.00
ask your server for daily selection
Espresso Martini
$20.00
freshly brewed Candelas coffee, double espresso vodka, Kahlúa
Sangría
Sangría Roja
- Glass $15.00
- Pitcher $50.00
Sangría Rosé
- Glass $15.00
- Pitcher $50.00
Sangría de Cava
- Glass $16.00
- Pitcher $52.00
Cocktails
Clásico Gin & Tonic
gin, tonic water, juniper berries, angostura
- $18.00
Oaxaqueño
$20.00
jalapeño infused Los Vecinos mezcal, Torres orange liqueur, cucumber, basil, fresh lime
Spanish Negroni
$18.00
gin, Campari, Spanish Sherry
Mezquino
$22.00
mezcal, ginger, honey, fresh lime, basil
Pata de Palo
$22.00
Jamaican pot still black rum, Velvet Falernum, Tio Pepe
Espresso Martini
$20.00
freshly brewed Candelas coffee, double expresso vodka, Khlúa
Ibiza Breeze
$22.00
Tequila, Aperol, passion fruit, fresh lime, cava
Strawberry Fields
$20.00
vodka, grapefruit liqueur, lemon juice, strawberries, rosemary syrup
Bebidas Españolas
Spanish cocktails
Cava Spritz
$17.00
Campari, cava, club soda
Tinto de Verano/ Kalimotxo
$12.00
red wine with sprite or coca-cola
Rebujito
$12.00
manzanilla sherry, sprite
Clara
$10.00
Mahou beer with gas lemon soda
Vermut
$14.00
Spanish vermouth, has lemon, rosemary
Cerveza y sidra
beer & cider
Estrella Damm
$9.00
Classic Barcelona lager with light malt character and balanced bitterness.
Mahou
$9.00
Classic Spanish lager from Madrid with light bitterness and a smooth, refreshing finish.
Amstel Light
$9.00
Light-bodied lager with a mild hop aroma and smooth drinkability.
Heineken
$9.00
Internationally loved Dutch lager with signature malt sweetness and a touch of bitterness.
Estrella Galicia
$10.00
Refreshing pale lager from Galicia, known for its clean finish.
Founders IPA
$10.00
American craft IPA with layers of citrus, pine, and floral hops. Only available at Socarrat Chelsea location.
Alhambra Reserva 1925
$11.00
Full-bodied lager from Granada, rich with toasted malt and elegant complexity.
Alhambra Reserva Roja
$12.00
Bold red beer from Granada with deep caramel notes and a smooth finish. Only available at Socarrat Chelsea & Midtown locations.
Clausthaler
$9.00
Premium German non-alcoholic beer with classic pilsner flavor and a crisp profile.
La Lata
$9.00
Dry Basque-style hard apple cider with tart fruit and earthy minerality.
Sin Alcohol
non-alcoholic
Blueberry Mocktail
$11.00
Fresh blueberries, citrus, and herbs.
Strawberry Mocktail
$11.00
Ripe strawberries and a hint of lime.
Rosemary Lemonade
$8.00
Fresh lemon juice infused with fragrant rosemary.
Ginger Beer
$6.00
A bold, zesty soda with warming ginger spice.
Kas
$6.00
Spanish soda choice of apple, orange or lemon
Sparkling
001. Blancher Reserva
Cava Brut (2020)
- Glass $15.00
- Bottle $60.00
002. Sabartes
Cava Rosé Brut. N/V
- Glass $15.00
- Bottle $60.00
003. Sel D'Aiz Maldita La Hora
B. Nature Riesling (2020)
- Bottle $70.00
004. Moët & Chandon
B. Imperial Champagne N/V
- Bottle $150.00
Rosado/Rosé
99. Ros de Pacs
(biodynamic) Xarel.lo, Garnacha. Penedés, 2022
- Glass $15.00
- Bottle $60.00
Blanco/White
101. Pago de Vicario
Blanco de Tempranillo Tierra de Castilla, 2023
- Glass $15.00
- Bottle $60.00
102. Luna Lunera
(organic) Sauvignon Blanc, Tierra de Castilla y Leon, 2023
- Glass $15.00
- Bottle $60.00
103. Castel de Fornos
Albariño, Rias Baixas, 2023
- Glass $16.00
- Bottle $64.00
104. Blanc de Pacs
Parellada, Macabeu, Xarel.lo, Penedés, 2022
- Glass $17.00
- Bottle $68.00
105. Oh! Sister
Verdejo, Tierra de Castilla y León, 2022
- Bottle $58.00
106. Viña Costeira
Treixadura, Ribeiro, 2023
- Bottle $60.00
107. Oreka
Hondarrabi Zuri, Hondarrabi Beltza, Getariako-Txakolina, 2023
- Bottle $66.00
108. Yenda
Albariño, Godello, Rias Baixas, 2022
- Bottle $68.00
109. Jean Leon
Chardonnay, Penedés, 2023
- Bottle $73.00
110. Cosmic
Xarel·Lo, Sauvignon Blanc, Penedes, 2022
- Bottle $75.00
111. Palacio Fefiñañes
Albariño, Rias Baixas, 2022
- Bottle $76.00
112. Suañe Reserva
Viura, Sauvignon Blanc, Rioja, 2019
- Bottle $82.00
Tinto/Red
201. Socarrat
House red: Tempranillo from Rioja (2020), smooth, with soft tannins and red fruit.
- Glass $15.00
- Bottle $60.00
202. Belezos Crianza
Tempranillo from Rioja (2021), barrel-aged with spice, cherry, and earth.
- Glass $16.00
- Bottle $64.00
203. Finca Morillas
Mencía from Cantabria (2020), fresh and floral with a silky palate.
- Glass $17.00
- Bottle $68.00
204. Logos, II.
Blend of Cabernet, Tempranillo & Garnacha (2014), deep and full-bodied.
- Glass $18.00
- Bottle $72.00
205. Finca La Mina Reserva
Tinto Fino from Ribera del Duero (2018), structured, elegant, and oak-aged.
- Glass $21.00
- Bottle $84.00
206. Lunera
Organic Syrah from Castilla-La Mancha (2022), smooth and fruit-forward with soft tannins and a hint of spice.
- Bottle $60.00
207. Pavina
Tempranillo & Pinot Noir (2019), vibrant and aromatic with a balanced finish.
- Bottle $61.00
208. Torrederos
Tinto Fino (2022), fresh and youthful with silky tannins and red fruit.
- Bottle $64.00
209. Ca'n Verdura
Blend of Mantonegro, Merlot, and Cabernet from Mallorca (2021), vibrant and earthy.
- Bottle $66.00
210. Proyecto
Garnacha from Priorat (2021), powerful and mineral with bold fruit depth.
- Bottle $68.00
211. Gran Coronas
Cabernet Sauvignon (2019), ripe and intense with blackcurrant and toast.
- Bottle $70.00
212. Hito
Tinto Fino (2020), modern Ribera with bold fruit and polished texture.
- Bottle $72.00
213. Torralbenc
Merlot and Syrah from Menorca (2021), smooth and earthy with a coastal touch.
- Bottle $75.00
214. Ondarre Gran Reserva
Tempranillo (2018), classic Rioja with depth, spice, and silky maturity.
- Bottle $78.00
215. Izadi Reserva
Tempranillo (2019), lush and layered with plum, tobacco, and vanilla.
- Bottle $78.00
216. Teófilo Reyes (Ltd. Ed.)
Limited-edition Tinto Fino (2020), bold, structured, and collectible. Only available at Socarrat Chelsea & Midtown locations.
- Bottle $80.00
217. Valduero Crianza
Ribera del Duero (2018), aged to perfection with notes of ripe cherry, spice, and subtle oak. Only available at Socarrat Nolita location.
- Bottle $82.00
218. Pesquera Crianza
Ribera del Duero (2020), rich and expressive with signature oak integration.
- Bottle $88.00
219. Martinez Lacuesta Gran Reserva
Tempranillo from Rioja (2011), elegantly aged with layers of dried cherry, tobacco, and polished oak. Only available at Socarrat Chelsea & Midtown locations.
- Bottle $90.00
220. Valduero Reserva
Tinto Fino (2016), balanced and bold with long, silky tannins.
- Bottle $98.00
221. Pago de Carraovejas
Tempranillo, Cabernet, Merlot (2020), iconic Ribera wine with lush intensity.
- Bottle $140.00
222. Más La Plana
Cabernet Sauvignon (2017), deep, powerful, and one of Spain's most prestigious reds.
- Bottle $190.00
223. Protos Gran Reserva
Tinto Fino (2016), opulent, age-worthy, and structured with finesse.
- Bottle $205.00
Sherries
fortified wines
Tío Pepe Fino
$12.00
Crisp and bone-dry with almond aromas and a salty, clean finish.
Maestro Sierra Pedro Ximenez
$15.00
Lusciously sweet and aromatic, with flavors of honey, raisin, and molasses. Only available at Socarrat Chelsea & Nolita locations.
Tío Diego Amontillado
$16.00
Dry and aromatic, layered with toasted nuts and dried fruit.
Obispo Gascón Palo Cortado
$14.00
Complex and nutty with hints of caramel and oxidized richness.
Gobernador Oloroso
$16.00
Light yet expressive, dry with warm undertones of walnut and wood. Only available at Socarrat Chelsea & Nolita locations.
Tapas
Price per tray. Serves 10 people
Tortilla Española*
Traditional Spanish egg and potato omelette
- $90.00
Croquetas
Crispy and creamy croquettes. Choice of spinach, serrano ham or chorizo
- $75.00
Patatas Bravas
Crispy potato cubes, aioli, spicy tomato sauce
- $65.00
Dátiles
Bacon wrapped dates stuffed with Valdeón cheese, almonds, roasted apple purée
- $90.00
Gambas Al Ajillo
Sizzling shrimp, olive oil, garlic, guindilla peppers
gluten-free
- $90.00
Albóndigas
Veal and beef meatballs in a light tomato sauce
- $85.00
Pan Con Tomate
Fresh tomato spread, olive oil, garlic, country toast
vegan
- $60.00
Coles De Bruselas
Crispy brussels sprouts, chopped almonds, sweet and spicy glaze
vegan
- $85.00
Grilled Vegetables
$85.00
Grilled zucchini, eggplants, carrots, cauliflower and broccoli
vegan
Chorizo con Garbanzos
Spanish chorizo, spinach, chickpeas, paprika
gluten-free
- $85.00
Campero Board* #
Jamón serrano, chorizo & salchichón Ibérico, manchego, idiazábal & mahón cheese, marcona almonds, olives, membrillo
- $145.00
Pulpo a la Gallega #
imported Spanish octopus prepared Galician style, potato cubes, paprika oil, sea salt
gluten-free
- $140.00
Paellas
Price per serving. Paella can be served in the paella pans or in catering containers
Socarrat
Chicken, beef, shrimp, white sh, cuttlesh, mussels, cockles, fava beans
gluten-free
- $34.00
Pescado y Marisco
Shrimp, mussels, scallops, cockles, white sh, english peas
gluten-free
- $34.00
De la Huerta
Eggplant, cauliower, artichokes, tomatoes, chickpeas, snow peas
vegan
gluten-free
- $33.00
Arroz Negro
Shrimp, calamari, scallops, sh, piquillo peppers, squid ink
gluten-free
- $34.00
Carne
pork loin chunks, free-range chicken, chorizo, snow peas, mushroom sofrito
gluten-free
- $34.00
PRE-FIXE PACKAGES
minimum order 10 persons
TAPAS & PAELLA PACKAGE
Select 4 tapas and 2 paellas for your party
- (per person) $65.00
TAPAS PACKAGE
Select 5 tapas for your party
- (per person) $55.00
Delivery charge $65 within 10 block radius. $100 over 11 blocks. * Can be prepared gluten Free # Can not be included in Pre-Fixe packages. Purchased only as Tapas Trays
Bottomless Brunch
Bottomless Brunch
One and a half hour of red sangria or mimosa. With the purchase of any entree. Entire table must participate
- (per person) $29.00
Our Favorites
Eggs ''Flamenca'' Casserole
$22.00
baked egg casserole, chorizo, potatoes, artichokes, fava beans, tomato sauce, country toast
Jamón & Manchego ''Broken Eggs''
two fried eggs, jamón serrano, manchego cheese, crispy wedged potatoes
- $20.00
Spanish Omelette
egg, potato & onion omelette, served with pan con tomate toast, market greens
- $18.00
- Add: Cured Salmon
- $7.00
- Add: Bacon
- $7.00
- Add: Jamón Serrano
- $7.00
- Add: Chorizo Sausage
- $7.00
Eggs "Benedictos''
two poached eggs, english muffin, piquillo sauce, paprika parsley fries, market greens | Choice of bacon, cured salmon or spinach
- $22.00
Gem Salad
$17.00
mixed greens, avocado, pecans, cucumbers, pear, tomatoes, pickled red onions, marinated olives, sherry dijon vinaigrette
- Grilled Chicken
- $9.00
- Cured Salmon
- $10.00
- Seared Tuna
- $10.00
- Grilled Shrimp
- $10.00
- Skirt Steak
- $12.00
BEC Paella
bacon, baked eggs, cheddar cheese, tomato sofrito
gluten-free
- per serving $25.00
Torrija French Toast
brioche bread, milk batter, strawberry compote, strawberries, blueberries, maple syrup & whipped cream
- $18.00
Chicken Milanesa
breaded chicken cutlet, parsley & garlic, arugula, Idiazábal cheese
- $24.00
Steak & Eggs
skirt steak, two eggs any style, paprika parsley fries, market greens
- $28.00
Avocado Toast
chunky avocado, two poached eggs, tomato toast, paprika parsley fries, market greens
- $22.00
- Smoked Salmon or Jamón Serrano
- $7.00
Sides
English Muffin Tostada
$5.00Paprika Parsley Fries
- $6.00
Bacon
$8.00Chorizo Sausage
- $8.00
Shishito Peppers
$8.00Special Brunch Drinks
Mahou
$8.00
lager from Madrid
Estrella Damm
$8.00
lager from Barcelona
Oh! Sister
Verdejo, Tierra de Castilla y León, 2022
- Glass $12.00
Socarrat
Tinto, Tempranillo, Rioja Crianza
- Glass $12.00
Sangría Roja
- Glass $12.00
Sangría Rosé
- Glass $12.00
Blancher Reserva
Cava Brut (2020)
- Glass $12.00
Margarita
Sauza tequila, fresh lime or jalapeño infused juice, triple sec, salt
- Glass $12.00
Clásico Gin & Tonic
gin, lemon, tonic water, angostura, juniper berries
- $12.00
Mimosa
$12.00
Gluten-Free: We offer gluten free items but we are not a gluten free certified kitchen. *Can be prepared gluten free Regular Dinner Menu is available all day.
Boards
Campero*
jamón serrano, chorizo & salchichón ibérico, manchego, idiazábal & mahón cheese, marcona almonds, olives, membrillo
- $38.00
Jamón Serrano*
$29.00
Spanish white pig aged 18 months, tomato toast
Jamón Ibérico*
100% iberico Spanish black foot pig, acorn-fed, aged 36 months, tomato toast
- $39.00
Quesos*
chef's selection of Spanish cheeses, assorted pairings
- (3) $25.00
- (5) $35.00
Super Winter Special
1 paella for two + 2 tapas for $69 (offer available on Socarrat website only)
2 tapas
Choose 2 tapas: Coles de Bruselas, Albóndigas, Patatas Bravas, Dátiles, Croquetas
1 paella
Choose 1 paella
Tapas
Gambas al Ajillo
sizzling shrimp, olive oil, garlic, guindilla peppers
gluten-free
- $20.00
Chorizo con Garbanzos
Spanish chorizo, spinach, chickpeas, paprika
gluten-free
- $18.00
Patatas Bravas
crispy potato cubes, aioli, spicy tomato sauce
- $12.00
Coles de Bruselas
crispy brussels sprouts, chopped almonds, sweet and spicy glaze
vegan
- $18.00
Tortilla Española*
classic Spanish potato and caramelized onion omelette, padrón peppers, tomato toast
- $16.00
Croquetas
crispy and creamy croquettes of the day
- $17.00
Pimientos de Padrón al Limón
fried shishito peppers, lemon zest, sea salt
vegan
- $14.00
Pan con Tomate
fresh tomato spread, olive oil, garlic, country toast
vegan
- $11.00
Dátiles
bacon wrapped dates stuffed with valdeón cheese, almonds, roasted apple purèe
- $17.00
Albóndigas
veal and beef meatballs in a light tomato sauce
- $18.00
Paellas
Socarrat
free-range bone-in chicken, chorizo, shrimp, white fish, squid, mussels, cockles, fava beans, peppers, tomato sofrito
gluten-free
- (for two) $62.00
- (for one) $32.00
Pescado y Marisco
shrimp, scallops, squid, mussels, cockles, white fish, snow peas, peppers, tomato sofrito
gluten-free
- (for two) $62.00
- (for one) $32.00
Arroz Negro
shrimp, calamari, white fish, scallops, piquillo peppers, fava beans, squid ink sofrito
gluten-free
- (for two) $62.00
- (for one) $32.00
De la Huerta
eggplant, broccoli, cauliflower, snow peas, chickpeas, tomatoes, artichokes, peppers, tomato sofrito
vegan
gluten-free
- (for two) $60.00
- (for one) $31.00
Carne
pork loin chunks, free-range chicken, chorizo, snow peas, mushroom sofrito
gluten-free
- (for two) $62.00
- (for one) $32.00
Desserts
Churros con Chocolate
churros, hot chocolate
- $12.00
Flan
flan, passion fruit, pistachio crumble, whipped cream
gluten-free
- $13.00
Tarta de Queso
$14.00
traditional Basque cheesecake, strawberry sauce
PLEASE ADVISE US OF ANY FOOD ALLERGIES GF We offer gluten free items but we are not a gluten free certified kitchen / * Can be prepared gluten free / V we offer vegan items Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness. All chicken served at Socarrat Restaurants is free-range.
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General Info
Payment Types
All Major Cards
Cuisine
Spanish
Seafood
Tapas
Meals
Brunch
Dinner
Hours
Monday:
4:00pm - 10:00pm
Tuesday:
4:00pm - 10:00pm
Wednesday:
4:00pm - 10:00pm
Thursday:
12:00pm - 10:00pm
Friday:
12:00pm - 10:30pm
Saturday:
11:30am - 10:30pm
Sunday:
11:30am - 10:00pm
Additional Information:
Happy Hour 4 - 6 pm
About Us
Socarrat is that delectable, scrumptious crust that forms at bottom of the paella pam when the liquid is rendered na sthe rice has reached its peak of succulence. In other words, Socarrat is teh result of paella cooked to perfection. To us we have to come to think of Socarrat as a standard of perfection to aim for in everything we do.