Inventive New American, shareable plates, lively SoHo gem. Michelin-starred.
Estela, a Michelin-starred gem in SoHo, offers an inventive take on New American cuisine with a focus on shareable plates. Chef Ignacio Mattos masterfully transforms classic dishes with fresh, seasonal ingredients and unexpected flavor combinations. It's a lively spot perfect for enjoying creative food and cocktails with friends.
Estela offers creative New American cuisine with an emphasis on shareable plates, frequently highlighted for its inventive flavor combinations and high-quality ingredients. Dishes like the endive salad and beef tartare receive particular praise. While many enjoy the unique culinary offerings, some find the portions small and the overall food experience not worth the price.
"Specific dishes like the endive salad and beef tartare have been highly praised. The black rice is also noted as a must-try."
Customer feedback is mixed, with many praising the inventive and high-quality food and wine pairings. However, some find the restaurant too loud, cramped, and the service dismissive.
Important Note
The restaurant can be very loud, cramped, and the service has been described as dismissive or rude by some patrons. Portions may be small, leading some to feel it's overpriced.
"Estela is listed as an excellent option."
Positive"Estela is listed as a restaurant worth trying to get a reservation for."
Positive"This user simply lists 'estela' as a recommendation, likely in response to the request for restaurants with acid/vinegar-forward dishes."
Positive"This user agrees with the recommendation for Estela, reinforcing its potential suitability for acid/vinegar-forward dishes."
Positive"This user suggests Estela as a potential restaurant that might suit the request for acid/vinegar-forward dishes."
Positive"Estela is suggested as a good option for solo dining at the bar, offering a lively atmosphere and good people-watching opportunities."
Positive"This commenter listed Estela as a place that might fit the vibe, but noted one would likely need a reservation."
Neutral"This comment suggests visiting Estela for a drink and olives with bread service while waiting for a table at Torrisi, implying it's a nearby and pleasant option."
Positive"This user states that solo diners are generally well-accommodated, especially at the bar, and highly recommends Estela for its consistent quality and delicious meals in NY."
Positive"This user recommends Estela as an outstanding choice for solo diners looking for walk-in availability, specifically mentioning the black rice as a must-try dish."
Positive"Estela was provided as a restaurant suggestion."
Neutral"The user recommends Estela."
Positive"The user recommends Estela."
Positive"Estela has "horrible acoustics" and is very loud unless visited during off-peak hours."
Negative"Estela has "horrible acoustics" and is very loud unless visited during off-peak hours."
Negative"This restaurant is listed as a recommendation."
Neutral"Estela was listed as a possible dining option."
Neutral"This commenter found Estela amazing, contrasting with their experience at Red Paper Clip, which they felt was hit or miss."
Positive"Estela is mentioned as a great meal that did not feel pretentious."
Positive"This commenter felt Estela's food was like something made by an alien, which they didn't consider a negative, but it wasn't what they envisioned for 'well-done classics'."
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