Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Bar Jamón, Flor de Sol and Flor de Sol, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find upscale places for paella in New York City. Top-rated paella spots at the right price.
New York City's Upscale Paella Destinations
New York City’s culinary landscape offers an exquisite journey through the flavors of Spain, where the art of upscale paella takes center stage. From the lively energy of Boqueria and the refined intimacy of Casa Mono to the storied tradition of Chateau of Spain Restaurant, these locales transform saffron-infused rice and premium ingredients into a luxurious dining experience. This curated selection invites you to discover the city's most sophisticated Spanish destinations, perfect for those seeking authentic Mediterranean elegance in the heart of the metropolis.
24 restaurants in Best Upscale Paella in New York City | Top Upscale Spots
- Bar Jamón · rated 5/5: Spanish.
- Flor de Sol · rated 5/5: Spanish.
- Flor de Sol · rated 4.8/5: Spanish.
- Boqueria Soho · rated 4.6/5: Spanish.
- Boqueria Spanish Tapas · rated 4.6/5: Spanish.
- Boqueria · rated 4.6/5: Spanish.
- Rincón Melania · rated 4.6/5: Spanish.
- Círculo Español · rated 4.5/5: Spanish.
- Círculo Español · rated 4.5/5: Spanish.
- Casa Mono · rated 4.3/5: Spanish.
- Para ti Colombia con Sabor · rated 4.2/5: Spanish.
- Cibao Restaurant · rated 4.2/5: Spanish.
- Ricuras · rated 4.1/5: Spanish.
- Inkaico · rated 4/5: Spanish.
- Círculo Español · rated 4/5: Spanish.
- Bogota · rated 4/5: Spanish (Note: While Bogotá.
- Boqueria Spanish Tapas · rated 4/5: Spanish.
- Mercado Little Spain · rated 4/5: Spanish.
- Toledo · rated 4/5: Spanish.
- KX Burger & Beyond · rated 4/5: American.
- Chateau of Spain Restaurant · rated 3/5: 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.









