Pil Pil

4.6

80 Reviews

$30 and under

Spanish

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 36 times today

About this restaurant

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Great for happy hour

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!

Additional information

Location
265 E 78th St, New York, NY 10075-1208
Phone number
(212) 988-3788
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
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Delivery & takeout
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What 80 people are saying

Pil Pil reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

New York City
Spanish
Manhattan
Spanish

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Pil Pil offers a vibrant atmosphere with "fantastic tapas" and "great service." It's perfect for casual gatherings or a date night, featuring a cozy back room and delightful outdoor seating. While some found the food underwhelming, others praised it as "the most authentic Spanish food" in New York. Happy hour deals and creative menu options are highlights.

80 Reviews

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joel
Toronto6 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Very cool place. Packed with people, good price on select happy hour tapas. Food was average nothing to write home about.
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Julia VIP
New York City8 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very good authentic Spanish food with great service at reasonable prices
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Funkey VIP
New York City17 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cozy back room was delightful for tapas and vino Service was most accommodating, food was yummy and prices were a bargain st happy hour
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NeilM
New York City5 reviews
1.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Our service was disinterested and the side room we were seated in was uncomfortable and boring. We had a chorizo special, patatas brava and a Brussels sprouts special. The food was good, not great. They don’t serve coffee. I was very disappointed.
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kellie
New York City2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 1 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was excellent and was great value. Wished there had been a few more cocktail options. Seating is very tight at the bar, but great atmosphere and service!
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John
New York City24 reviews
3.0
Dined on 29 January 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The atmosphere and service were top-notch. However, the sangria was not very good and the food was just average. We will not be coming back.
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Ivana
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this place! Great neighborhood, great food, great service.
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frances
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience! We were seated in the back room and had a lovely , cozy, festive time. The service was fantastic and the food was delicious. Thank you so much for accommodating us!
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Sam VIP
New York City1 review
4.0
Dined on 21 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Food was very good but the service was nonexistent as we were ignored once we got our food when we planned on ordering multiple rounds
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Luke VIP
San Francisco4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was great. Steak was amazing but the portion size was very small for the price. That’s all.
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FAQs

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

Pil Pil is rated 4.6 stars by 80 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 36 times today

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

Additional information

Phone number
(212) 988-3788
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
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Pil Pil

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About this restaurant

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What 80 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

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