Amada

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8 / 10

15 expert reviews

“Though the menu takes seasonal twists and creative turns here and there, it’s grounded in the ultra-robust likes of lamb meatballs, crab-stuffed piquillos and roast pork with white beans.”

– Time Out

Concierge Concierge
"Reinterpreting authentic Spanish tapas is the specialty of chef/owner Jose Garces, who used to work with Douglas Rodriguez (the "godfather" of Nuevo Latino cuisine). Traditional dishes..."
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"The long communal tables foster a bustling, happening and loud atmosphere." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"There are more than 60 varieties of tapas, from charcuterie plates, to spicy soups, to vegetable-stuffed empanadas." Full review
Zagat Zagat
"Iron Chef Jose Garces' "rustic yet swanky" Spanish "crown jewel" in Old City "still gets a big olé" for its "fabulous" tapas, "perfectly crafted" sangria and "attentive" service." Full review
BlackBook BlackBook
"Unanimously praised, Amada gets right to the point with an always-reliable menu of classic tapas, reimagined by versatile chef Jose Garces."
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