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Xicala

151 Elizabeth St., New York, NY 10012
nr. Kenmare St.  See Map | HopStop Directions Hopstop Popup
212-219-0599 Send to Phone

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  • Scene: After Work, Bar Food, Private Party Space, Restaurant & Bar, Romantic, Wine Bar
Lauren Klain Carton

Hours

Daily, 5pm-2am

Nearby Subway Stops

6 at Spring St.; B, D, F, V at Broadway-Lafayette St.; J, M, Z at Bowery

Payment Methods

Cash Only

Profile

Sometimes great things come in small packages. Peppered with low-key local 30-somethings, Xicala makes up for its nano size with ample intimacy. French doors open onto the sidewalk, lending the space a light, airy feel while rich woods and deep red walls accented by shimmering glass tiles add romantic flair. A virtual one woman show, the bartender-waitress perpetually pops out from behind the bar to greet regulars with a hug and to deliver orders of chorizo, cheese and chocolate-laden tapas. Pitchers of refreshingly tart and lightly sweet sangria abound on hot summer days. (Xicala’s signature drink is made from a Spanish vintage and fresh strawberries.) The selection of mostly Spanish wine is narrow but unusual with small hand-decorated placards on each table featuring the “wine of the week.”

Trademark Drink

Strawberry Sangria

Live Music
Cuban trio, Tue.—Wed., 9 p.m.—midnight

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