Tapas is the perfect way to eat. This is not up for debate.

Small dishes designed to be shared make for a unique and fun dining experience with friends. You get a little bit of everything and rarely leave the experience having overeaten or feeling bloated. No city understands the delicacy of tapas better than New York, and as a result, there are thousands of amazing tapas joints to sift through. But you're not here for just any tapas, you want the cream of the crop. At Journiest, we care about quality, so if you find yourself roaming NYC with a group of hungry friends, here are the best tapas restaurants in New York City.

Maite

For those willing to venture to Bushwick, Maite infuses European flavors with Latin American classics. The menu is small and ever-changing, but recent highlights include duck egg arepa, squid ink burrata, and white truffle Gnocchi. The space is also warm, massive, and welcoming.