Crevette

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Crevette NYC | Spanish Seafood Restaurant in New York City

Crevette

At Crevette on Downing Street, the spirit of a Spanish seafood bar meets the easy energy of a neighborhood hangout. This is a place where a martini and a plate of oysters feel equally at home at lunch or dinner, and where the bar seats are held for walk-ins who know that spontaneity often yields the best meal.

The kitchen is guided by a clear, confident hand. The menu—divided into Lunch, Dinner, and Drinks—reflects a deep respect for the sea and for the simple, bold flavors of Spanish cuisine. While the dishes themselves change with the seasons and the market, the approach remains constant: ingredients treated with care, technique applied without fuss. The result is food that tastes of the place it came from.

The drinks program is equally considered. A list of aperitifs, martinis, and negronis sits alongside specialties like an Espelette Margarita or an Armagnac Manhattan. The wine list leans toward the bright and mineral-driven, with selections from Rias Baixas, Chablis, and the Loire, many available by the glass. Pastis service, a nod to the French-Mediterranean corner of the bar tradition, is offered with the same seriousness as the sherry fizz.

Crevette earned a Michelin Recommended distinction in 2026, a recognition that aligns with the restaurant's commitment to doing simple things exceptionally well. There is no pretense here, just a well-run room, a knowledgeable team, and a kitchen that knows exactly what it's doing.

The space itself is warm and unpretentious, with sidewalk seating along Sixth Avenue when the weather allows. Dinner is served every night, with lunch on Saturday and Sunday. For those seeking a larger celebration, the restaurant also hosts events and buyouts, from seated dinners for up to 80 to standing receptions for 100. But the heart of Crevette is smaller: a table for two, a cold glass of Albarino, and a plate of something from the sea.