I Tried It: An Elevated Spanish Restaurant Helmed By One Of Spain's Most Revered Chefs

 "Mi Casa es su casa!" Chef Dani Garcia invites you to his restaurant Casa Dani in New York City's trendy Hudson Yard neighborhood where you can delight in delicious dishes of Andalusian cuisine.

Chef Dani Garcia is no stranger to the culinary world - he boasts 3 Michelin stars and the Bib Gourmand 2015 under his belt. And he is taking New York City by the storm at Casa Dani, highlighting cuisine inspired by Spain's Mediterranean south. Come explore Chef Garcia's culinary style that mixes surprising flavors and textures without losing sight of his culinary roots.

Tuna Belly and Avocado

Served on a bed of ice in an adorable fish-shaped plate, the minced fresh tuna belly absolutely melts in your mouth. It is paired perfectly with ripe and seasoned avocado.

Fluke with Pimiento Amarillo Cítrico

Fresh fluke is tossed in creamy aioli with corn, jalapeno, and other garnishment. Don't be shy about licking the plate to get all the sauce - this divine dish is a must order.

Tomate Tartare

Don't mistake this unique dish as steak tartare. This vegetarian dish is made with sun-dried tomato with a slight kick of spiciness and drizzled with olive oil. It is paired with grilled sour dough.

Oxtail Brioche

Moving on to the land, the Oxtail Brioche is a unique twist on a slider. Made with tender pulled oxtail, arugula, and creamy sauce on a buttery brioche, this tapas is an explosion of fireworks in your mouth.

Croquetas de Atun

Crispy croquettes filled with cheesy goodness is topped with melt-in-your-mouth slice of tuna sashimi. This is an unforgettable bite.

Patatas Bravas and Crispy Broccolini

You can not go to a Spanish tapas restaurant without ordering Patatas Bravas. The crispy cubes of potatoes smothered in tomato and white creamy sauce. Another highlight is the Crispy Broccolini paired with romesco sauce, hazelnut, and lime.

Marisco Paella

And drum roll please for the highlight of the dining journey...Marisco Paella! Casa Dani serves thin paellas to allow the rice to breathe. The paella is topped with generous amount of seafood like shrimp, razor clams, mussels, and monkfish. The rice seemed slightly undercooked, but each bite reminded me of a delicious swim in the ocean.