La Vara
La Vara serves modern Spanish tapas with Jewish and Moorish influences and holds Michelin Plate recognition for 2024 and 2025.
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- Address
- 268 Clinton St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, United States
- Phone
- +1 718-422-0065
- Website
- lavarany.com
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Ladino and Spanish cooking on Clinton Street
Ladino and Spanish cooking frames La Vara’s modern tapas, with Jewish and Moorish influences shaping the angle. The restaurant occupies 268 Clinton St in Brooklyn.
Michelin Plate and OAD #800
Michelin Plate status spans 2024 and 2025, while Opinionated About Dining ranked the restaurant #800 among casual North American restaurants in 2024. That gives diners a concrete critical baseline.
Suckling pig, croquetas, and a longer dinner
Suckling pig, croquetas, fried artichokes, eggplant with honey, and anchovies anchor the signature dishes. Dinner runs at a leisurely pace, with quiet noise levels and an extensive wine list supporting a conversation-led meal.
Side-by-Side Snapshot
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Vara | Modern Spanish Tapas with Jewish and Moorish Influences | $$$ | Michelin Plate | Carroll Gardens-Cobble Hill-Gowanus-Red Hook |
| Ernesto's | Basque Tapas & Pintxos | $$$ | Michelin Plate | Chinatown-Two Bridges |
| Place des Fêtes | Spanish Wine Bar with Seafood & Seasonal Vegetables | $$$ | Michelin Plate | Clinton Hill |
| Txikito | Basque Tapas | $$ | Chelsea-Hudson Yards | |
| Bar Jamon | Authentic Spanish Tapas & Jamón Bar | $$$ | , | Gramercy |
| Mar at Mercado Little Spain | Modern Spanish Seafood Tapas | $$$ | Chelsea-Hudson Yards |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Michelin Plate
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Michelin Plate
Michelin
Opinionated About Dining Casual in North America Ranked #800
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At a Glance
- Cozy
- Intimate
- Romantic
- Elegant
- Date Night
- Special Occasion
- Open Kitchen
- Extensive Wine List
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 5–9:30 p.m.
- Tuesday
- 5–9:30 p.m.
- Wednesday
- 5–9:30 p.m.
- Thursday
- 5–9:30 p.m.
- Friday
- 5–9:30 p.m.
- Saturday
- 5–9:30 p.m.
- Sunday
- 5–9:30 p.m.
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Cozy and charming with exposed brick walls, tin ceiling, warm lighting, and a comfortable intimate atmosphere.