A hip Basque-Spanish tapas spot w/ creative small plates & a lively vibe.
Txikito offers a vibrant taste of Basque Country in the heart of Chelsea. This Spanish gem, run by Alex Raij and Eder Montero, invites diners to explore a diverse menu featuring snacks, chilled, and hot small plates. With a lively atmosphere, it's a fantastic spot for sharing creative interpretations of regional classics, from smoked sausage and octopus carpaccio to cod and bomba rice.
Txikito is celebrated for its authentic Basque and Spanish cuisine, with a strong emphasis on small plates and tapas. Highly recommended dishes include the octopus carpaccio, cod with double pil pil, and bomba rice with shrimp, uni, and mushrooms. Some diners have found specific items, like the hake, to be less impressive or bland, suggesting a focus on the more frequently praised dishes is advisable.
"Standout dishes include the octopus carpaccio, pulpo, Arroz Meloso, cod with pil pil, morros (pork jowl), and king oyster mushrooms. Cochinillo (suckling pig) is also a recommended special."
Customers generally have a very positive view of Txikito, praising its authentic Basque cuisine and lively atmosphere. While most experiences are excellent, a few note occasional inconsistencies in certain dishes.
Important Note
While generally praised, some diners have experienced inconsistencies, with specific dishes like the hake being noted as bland. One reviewer found the floral gels accompanying the foie gras to be overpowering.
"The author recommends Txikito as a Spanish dining option in Chelsea."
Positive"Txikito is recommended for tapas."
Positive"Recommends Txikito, located next to Shukette, highlighting their Basque food and a specific Txuleta special."
Positive"Recommends the Pulpo, Morros, and Arroz at Txikito, and suggests trying any specials."
Positive"States Txikito is about a 15-minute walk from MSG."
Positive"The original poster mentioned Txikito as a reference for the type of casual and cozy vibe they are looking for."
Neutral"Txikito is recommended for tapas. The user also suggests its sister restaurant, La Vara, if Brooklyn is an option."
Positive"Txikito in Chelsea is mentioned as being open on Mondays, with a note that seating might be at the small bar."
Neutral"Txikixto is listed as one of several restaurant recommendations."
Positive"Txikito was mentioned as one of the Spanish restaurants in NYC that typically have cochinillo on their menu."
Positive"This commenter recommended Txikito for cochinillo, noting that while it's not prepared in the traditional Segovia style, the pig itself is very good."
Positive"Txikito was suggested as a dining option."
Neutral"The user considers Txikito one of their favorite restaurants in Chelsea and possibly the entire city."
Positive"This user also recommended Txikito, highlighting its great food, drinks, and intimate atmosphere."
Positive"A user suggested Txikito as a place to eat."
Neutral"Txikito is mentioned as an awesome option."
Positive"Txikito is described as a great nearby option."
Positive"This Chelsea establishment is suggested as a suitable choice for team dinners and includes vegetarian options."
Neutral"Txikito is suggested as a more upscale option to impress a date on later dates, described as an amazing restaurant with Basque cuisine that is colorful and interesting."
Positive"This user recommended Txikito if you like Basque cuisine."
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