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Pil Pil, New York, NY

Pil Pil

4.5
4.5
54 Reviews
$30 and under
Spanish

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2+ people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 19 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
Welcome to PilPil, where every visit promises an unforgettable experience in a warm and welcoming setting. Our Spanish restaurant is not just a place to eat—it's a place to feel at home. Our menu features delectable tapas, signature sangria, and an exquisite selection of Spanish wines, crafted with love to bring the flavors of Spain to your table.
Take a moment to appreciate our unique and charming decor: tree roots elegantly adorn the ceiling, creating a cozy, natural ambiance, while a beautiful mural graces our back wall, telling a story of tradition and artistry.
We welcome gatherings of all sizes, hosting parties and events. No celebration is too small, and no detail is overlooked. Our daily lunch specials offer delightful options, ensuring every visit is special. At PilPil, everyone is invited to join the feast. Come for the food, stay for the atmosphere, and leave with memories. Let’s make every meal a celebration! Looking forward to welcoming you!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sat, Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (212) 988-3788
  • Website
    https://pilpilnyc.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    With a passion for exquisite flavors and a commitment to culinary excellence, our restaurant brings its signature dishes and unparalleled service to your special events. From intimate gatherings to large celebrations, our experienced team cooperates with you to create the menu of your dreams. For more information, please email pilpilnyc@gmail.com.
  • Private party facilities
    Whether it's a party of 8 or 50, we have the space! With 3 different event spaces, we tailor your needs to create a memorable experience for you and your guests. Our versatile venues offer the perfect ambiance for any occasion, combined with a unique food and drink package for your event. Please email pilpilnyc@gmail.com to inquire further.
  • Location
    265 E 78th St, New York, NY 10075-1208
  • Neighbourhood
    Upper East Side
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 54 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Pil Pil offers a vibrant atmosphere with "fantastic tapas and excellent service." This cozy neighborhood spot is perfect for groups, featuring "amazing food and drinks" and a lively setting. Notable dishes include codfish cakes and shrimp with garlic. While sangria reviews vary, the overall experience is "spectacular."

54 Reviews

  1. David

    New York City

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent tapas. Highly recommend. Service pleasant.

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  2. Michael

    New York City

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great happy hour! Fun atmosphere. Get the steak skewer.

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  3. Catalina

    New Jersey

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, reasonably priced. Artsy ambience. Attentive service.

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  4. Susyd

    New York City

    49 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Always fun to go to pil pil ! Good food and atmosphere!

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  5. Alex

    New York City

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I rarely write reviews and I am rarely so disappointed with a restaurant to write a review this quickly. The food is a solid 2.5/5 I can likely do better at home. Amateurish level dishes (I have been to spain many times but this is not about that) hardly a top 10 in the city... you want real Tapas go to Soccarat, Bouqeria, etc... there was plastic in the food as well.... Sangria is highly watered down and tasteless.. Did i mention the food was just bad? Nice decor, lots of potential but the food quality, the lack of a decent cocktail menu and somewhat questionable service is just sad... there are many better options to be had frankly this was one of my worst experiences in any restaurant food wise in many years. The need to step up their game.

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  6. callie

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 11, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Cute place, but food was NOT very good. I have walked past many times and it always seemed lively so I was excited to try it. Unfortunately the food was disappointing and overpriced. Would not recommend the food - maybe would be worth going to for drinks only.

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  7. Lisa

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Staff was very friendly. Very noisy in bar area but smaller room next door was amazing. Loved the food

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  8. Katharine

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 13, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was disappointing - pan con tomato lacked flavor

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  9. Amelia

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 13, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    They sat people right next to us at a very small table meant for two. Also the food was too expensive for the portions. Overall negative experience.

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  10. Mark

    New York City

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First of all fantastic food. Everything you would expect in small plate tapas restaurant. I’ve been to Spain numerous times and the culinary experience at Pil Pil is as good or better than I’ve enjoyed in Spain. The service is excellent, well informed waiters are very helpful. The intranet menu is well thought out and easy to select dishes. They have a wishlist click which able you to store your selections then edit if you wish. Great ambience, casual and authentic

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Pil Pil offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 988-3788.

Pil Pil is rated 4.5 stars by 54 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2+ people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 19 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Pil Pil

265 E 78th St, New York, NY 10075-1208

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Upper East Side
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sat, Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://pilpilnyc.com/
  • Phone number
    (212) 988-3788
  • Catering
    With a passion for exquisite flavors and a commitment to culinary excellence, our restaurant brings its signature dishes and unparalleled service to your special events. From intimate gatherings to large celebrations, our experienced team cooperates with you to create the menu of your dreams. For more information, please email pilpilnyc@gmail.com.
  • Private party facilities
    Whether it's a party of 8 or 50, we have the space! With 3 different event spaces, we tailor your needs to create a memorable experience for you and your guests. Our versatile venues offer the perfect ambiance for any occasion, combined with a unique food and drink package for your event. Please email pilpilnyc@gmail.com to inquire further.
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