Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Boqueria Soho, Despaña and Tio Pepe, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find the best places for paella in SoHo. Curated list of top-rated restaurants serving exceptional paella.
SoHo's Premier Paella Destinations
Explore the vibrant streets of SoHo to discover a collection of restaurants serving some of the city's most authentic and flavorful paella. This curated selection highlights the rich culinary traditions of Spain and Italy, featuring beloved spots like Boqueria Soho, Despaña, and Tio Pepe alongside unique interpretations from Boni & Mott. Whether you are looking for a traditional saffron-infused seafood feast or a modern Mediterranean twist, these neighborhood favorites offer the perfect setting for a memorable meal in the heart of downtown Manhattan.
4 restaurants in Best Paella in SoHo | Top Spots
- Boqueria Soho · rated 4.6/5: Spanish.
- Despaña · rated 3/5: Spanish.
- Tio Pepe: Spanish.
- Boni & Mott: Italian.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.


