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Tía Pol
Tía Pol is a Madrid style tapas bar that features small plates from the richly varied regional cuisines of Spain. From Galicia to Andalucía, from The Basque Country to Cataluña, Tia Pol invites guests to tapear around Spain in the heart of West Chelsea. A thoughtfully composed all-Spanish wine list offers selections that are representative of Spain's diverse viticultural heritage.
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82 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 82 reviews
5 stars
(25)
4 stars
(46)
3 stars
(9)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(48)
- fit for foodies(47)
- hot spot(13)
- notable wine list(13)
- romantic(13)
- good for groups(12)
Tía Pol Reviews List
Review 1 for Tía Pol
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Tapas!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Tapas are delicious! I recommend the patatas, tortilla espanola, and chorizo!"
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 2 for Tía Pol
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Octopus was tender and well seasoned. Delicious!"
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 3 for Tía Pol
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Tapas and Sangria
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Artichoke/ham, fried chick peas, potato eggs, spicy shrimp - a fun intimate setting for friends."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Tía Pol
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Solid Tapas
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My first time at this tapas restaurant, but,it won't be my last. Tapas is standardized but I think this restaurant is a step above your typical tapas. The dining area in the back is fantastic, but don't expect either space or privacy. It's airy and feels like you're in someone's kitchen though.
If you want to avoid tapas at the bar with the uncomfortable stools, make a reservation as opposed to dropping in. Don't be late though."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Tía Pol
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
awesome
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food, service, and people were all amazing. Had a great time. Make sure to make a reservation as the place is a little small."
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 6 for Tía Pol
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Barcelona in NYC
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I went for lunch on a beautiful Friday afternoon with a couple of my colleagues. The place is small and has very Willy B feel. The food was absolutely amazing but portions are definitely small, so if you're in a big group, you'll want to place more than one order of a plate. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable of the menu and wine selections. However, they neglected to tell us when being seated that the fryer was down and we had to change our entire menu selection after we were ready to order. I would definitely go there again, especially to try the plates I didn't get to taste due to the fryer being down."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Tía Pol
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A Find
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One small room at the back or tiny bar tables but faaabulous tapas, genial service and some of the best Sangria in town,"
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Tía Pol
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Yum..
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Haven't been in 7 years or something close... and the food is just as stellar! Love it and hope to come back more often."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 9 for Tía Pol
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I love and always will love
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I love and always will love Tia Pol. However, our service on this visit was definitely sub-par. When we walked in at 7pm, we were told there was another reservation at 930pm for our table. I thought, "Ok, they are just informing us." However, we felt rushed during the entire meal with someone coming every 3-5 minutes to see if we needed anything else or were done. I hope this was a fluke visit, but if it happens again, it may no longer be one of my favorite places in the city."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2010
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Review 10 for Tía Pol
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Overall good if looking for a solid restaurant for a night out. Will most likely not return, but not because of the food or service... it was good, but just not great. With part of our group being from Spain, it would have been nice if the server spoke some spanish. But the service was efficient. One of those nights where nothing was wrong at all... just not that wow factor."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 11 for Tía Pol
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was great apart from
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was great apart from the Tortilla espanola which was very dry - not how it's served in Spain. Quick service."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Tía Pol
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Charming, and good food, but
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Charming, and good food, but VERY small. A few bar tables, and seats at the bar. So great for a drink and tapas, but not really a lunch/dinner spot."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 13 for Tía Pol
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great!!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent service (personable and knowledgeable). Food was great, with both standard tapas and some creative specials! The restaurant is somall but that added to the ambience. The only complaint my husband had was that the seats / barstools were uncomfortable. I'm not sure there is such a thing as a "comfortable" barstool, though. I was too busy eating to notice how comfy my seat was!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 14 for Tía Pol
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very authentic Spanish tapas
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very authentic Spanish tapas bar/restaurant...small place but great atmosphere...staff was very attentive and helpful with suggestions..."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Tía Pol
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
great food;service, awful seating
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
"Tia Pol has WONDERFUL, unusual food, and gentle, warm service.
But it has killingly uncomfortable seating: high, backless chairs at high tables."
But it has killingly uncomfortable seating: high, backless chairs at high tables."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for Tía Pol
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
came here for my wife's birthday
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"came here for my wife's birthday dinner. place had a really nice vibe. very helpful and attentive staff. loved the food although desserts were just ok compaired to the outstanding tapas. will definitely go back."
Dined on 03/12/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 17 for Tía Pol
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing food, great service!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Amazing food, great service! Patatas bravas are amazing!!!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 18 for Tía Pol
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We really liked patatas bravas,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We really liked patatas bravas, croquettas de jamon, pimientos estilo gernika.
Gambas al ajillo were good but overpowered by the chili."
Gambas al ajillo were good but overpowered by the chili."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2003
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Review 19 for Tía Pol
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent tapas. A small
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent tapas. A small place so not great for big groups, but a great date spot."
Dined on 02/04/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 20 for Tía Pol
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Small, cosy, tapas place.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Small, cosy, tapas place. Outstanding food."
Dined on 02/24/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 21 for Tía Pol
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
really a very nice experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"really a very nice experience - some of the small plates were truly outstanding - the scallops with brussel sprouts, others were good and very good. It has a very modest noise level in the back room - only 12 seats at 2 "community tables", but it is very noisy up front at the bar."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2001
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 22 for Tía Pol
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We were pleasantly surprised
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were pleasantly surprised when we entered."
Dined on 02/11/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 23 for Tía Pol
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The music does not fit the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The music does not fit the quality of the food. I would play Spanish guitar, e.g., Segovia or similar music."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2008
Special Features: notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 24 for Tía Pol
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
If you are looking for hot
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"If you are looking for hot models and cute bartenders! Yes, you will definitively feel you are in Chelsea and this is your bar! If like me, you are looking for good Spanish tapas, you will be disappointed. Food is ok, but nothing compare to la Boqueria or José Andre's restaurants, or with a tapa's bar in Spain."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 25 for Tía Pol
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Tapas!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was a great choice for tapas. The food was unbelievable delicious. The ambiance was adequate and the wine list was perfect with great choices and prices. Best tapas I have had in NYC."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Tía Pol
Based on the average of (57) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
6 out of 7 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic