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La Nacional

La Nacional La Nacional is a local business located in the heart of New York City, serving as the oldest cultural center with a passion for Spain. With a multi-functional brownstone that hosts live events, classes, authentic cuisine, art, music, and more, La Nacional aims to support and promote culturally diverse Spain. Since its founding in 1868, this not-for-profit organization has been the go-to place for Spaniards in New York, providing various services and serving as a meeting ground for political dissidents, artists, and intellectuals.
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You spoke, and we listened! 👂✨ Our restaurant has always been lively and jovial - sometimes a little loud. With our new ...
02/10/2026

You spoke, and we listened! 👂✨

Our restaurant has always been lively and jovial - sometimes a little loud. With our new soundproof wall panels, the noise is absorbed but none of the joy is lost!
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¡Hablasteis y os hemos escuchado! 👂✨

Nuestro restaurante siempre ha sido animado y alegre, aunque a veces un poquito ruidoso. Con nuestros nuevos paneles acústicos, el ruido se absorbe… ¡pero la alegría sigue intacta!

Celebrate Love at La Nacional ❤️❣️With Valentine’s Day just one month away, join us at La Nacional to celebrate all the ...
01/14/2026

Celebrate Love at La Nacional ❤️❣️

With Valentine’s Day just one month away, join us at La Nacional to celebrate all the ways we share love - with friends, family, or someone special who makes life brighter. Enjoy our carefully crafted Valentine’s Day prix fixe menu for $89 per person, featuring a selection of our best dishes designed to delight every sense.

Reservations tend to fill up quickly, so be sure to reserve your table through OpenTable and make this Valentine’s Day a delicious celebration of love in all its forms.

Link in bio. 💌
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Celebra el amor en La Nacional ❤️❣️

Con San Valentín a solo un mes, te invitamos a celebrarlo en La Nacional de la forma que más te apetezca: con amigos, en familia o con esa persona especial que ilumina tu vida. Disfruta de nuestro menú especial de San Valentín por 89 € por persona, una cuidada selección de nuestros mejores platos pensados para enamorar todos tus sentidos.

Las mesas vuelan, así que no te quedes sin la tuya. Reserva con antelación a través de OpenTable y vive un San Valentín lleno de sabor y buenos momentos.

Link en la bio. 💌

🎉 Late Night New Year’s Eve at La Nacional! 🎉Can’t make it to dinner? No problem! Celebrate at the bar with friends, a s...
12/30/2025

🎉 Late Night New Year’s Eve at La Nacional! 🎉

Can’t make it to dinner? No problem! Celebrate at the bar with friends, a sparkling cava toast, the twelve grapes, and DJ Carlos Escalona Cruz spinning all night! 🥂🍇🎶

When: 11 PM – 1:30 AM

Cost: $25 per person

✨ Includes: Cava toast & twelve grapes

Join us for a lively, festive atmosphere and welcome 2026 with joy and cheer. No dinner reservation needed - just come, raise your glass, and celebrate!

Link in bio.

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🎉Late Night New Year’s Eve en La Nacional! 🎉

¿No puedes venir a cenar? ¡No pasa nada! Ven a celebrar en el bar con amigos, un brindis con cava, las doce uvas y DJ Carlos Escalona Cruz toda la noche. 🥂🍇🎶

Cuándo: 23:00 – 1:30

Precio: 25 € por persona

✨ Incluye: Brindis con cava y las doce uvas

Disfruta de un ambiente divertido y lleno de fiesta y da la bienvenida a 2026 con alegría. ¡No hace falta reservar cena - solo acércate, levanta tu copa y celebra con nosotros!

Enlace en la bio.

🎶 GOOD NEWS! 🎶We’re excited to welcome Carlos Escalona Cruz (aka Cruz) to La Nacional for New York New Year’s Eve.A Gram...
12/29/2025

🎶 GOOD NEWS! 🎶

We’re excited to welcome Carlos Escalona Cruz (aka Cruz) to La Nacional for New York New Year’s Eve.

A Grammy-winning music producer and DJ, Cruz is known for his high-taste, genre-fluid sets that move effortlessly from global grooves to modern club energy. A true music selector, he reads the room instantly, curating a polished, feel-good soundtrack that elevates the entire dining experience.

🕰️ December 31 | 8:30 PM – 1:30 AM
📍 La Nacional
🎟️ $125 per person
🔗 Tickets via Eventbrite — link in bio

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🎶 CONFIRMADO 🎶

Este 31 de diciembre, Carlos Escalona Cruz (aka Cruz) estará pinchando en La Nacional para celebrar la Nochevieja en Nueva York.

Productor musical y DJ ganador de un Grammy, Cruz es famoso por sus sesiones elegantes y sin etiquetas, que combinan ritmos de todo el mundo con la energía de club más actual. Sabe leer la sala al instante y crear una selección cuidada y con muy buen rollo, pensada para acompañar (y elevar) toda la experiencia.

🕰️ 31 de diciembre | 20:30 – 01:30
📍 La Nacional
🎟️ 125 $ por persona
🔗 Entradas en Eventbrite — link en bio

🎉 SOLD OUT! 🎉 Spanish Nochevieja (4:30 PM - 8:00 PM) at La Nacional is completely booked - thank you all for your amazin...
12/26/2025

🎉 SOLD OUT! 🎉

Spanish Nochevieja (4:30 PM - 8:00 PM) at La Nacional is completely booked - thank you all for your amazing support! 🥂

It’s going to be a night full of joy, music, and celebration as we ring in 2026 together.

Want to celebrate New York New Year’s Eve (8:30 PM - 1:30 AM)? We still have spots for our special dinner - reserve your table now!

Link in bio.

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🎉 ¡AGOTADO! 🎉

Las entradas para nuestra fiesta de Spanish Nochevieja (16:30 - 20:00) estan agotadas. ¡Muchas gracias a todos por vuestro increíble apoyo! 🥂

Será una noche llena de alegría, música y celebración mientras damos la bienvenida a 2026 juntos.

¿Queréis celebrar la Nochevieja en Nueva York? Todavía tenemos espacio para nuestra cena (New York New Year’s Eve, 20:30 - 1:30) ¡reservad la vuestra ahora!

Enlace en la bio.

Here’s our New Year’s Eve menu! 🎊🍾Celebrate at La Nacional with a 13-course Spanish feast! For $125 per person (service ...
12/23/2025

Here’s our New Year’s Eve menu! 🎊🍾

Celebrate at La Nacional with a 13-course Spanish feast! For $125 per person (service included, drinks not included), enjoy a delicious journey through traditional and modern Spanish flavors.

At midnight, we’ll raise a glass of cava and enjoy the 12 traditional Spanish grapes - the perfect way to welcome 2026. Come hungry, bring your friends, and let’s start the year with great food, laughter, and celebration! 🎉🍾

Link in bio.✨

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¡Aquí está nuestro menú de Nochevieja! 🍾🎊

Celebra en La Nacional con un menú de 13 platos que recorre lo mejor de la cocina española. Por $125  por persona (servicio incluido, bebidas no incluidas), disfrutarás de una experiencia gastronómica deliciosa, llena de sabores tradicionales y modernos.

A medianoche, brindaremos con cava y tomaremos las 12 uvas tradicionales españolas para recibir el 2026 de la mejor manera. ¡Trae a tus amigos y comencemos el año entre buena comida, risas y celebración! 🍾🎉

Entradas en la bio.✨

✨🍾 Celebrate 100 Years of New Year’s Eves at La Nacional! ✨🍾This year, we’re offering two ways to ring in 2026 in the he...
12/15/2025

✨🍾 Celebrate 100 Years of New Year’s Eves at La Nacional! ✨🍾

This year, we’re offering two ways to ring in 2026 in the heart of Manhattan:

1️⃣ Spanish Nochevieja (4:30 PM – 8:00 PM)

Join us upstairs in our historic salon and celebrate Spanish tradition! Enjoy a cava toast and the twelve grapes, with a cash bar available.

Prices: $30 per adult | $20 for kids under 16

2️⃣ New York New Year’s Eve (8:30 PM – 1:30 AM)

Ring in the New Year in style with an amazing set menu by Chef Paco (menu coming soon!) in the building where we’ve been celebrating 100 New Year’s Eves. Includes a cava toast for adults, the twelve grapes, and entry to the Spanish Nochevieja.

Price: $125 per person (service included; drinks not included)

Reservations: Eventbrite – link in bio

Two ways, one historic New Year’s Eve! 🎉🍾
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✨🍾 ¡Celebra 100 Años de Nocheviejas en La Nacional! ✨🍾

Este año te ofrecemos dos formas de recibir el 2026 en pleno corazón de Manhattan:

1️⃣ Spanish Nochevieja (16:30 – 20:00)

Celebra la Nochevieja a la española en nuestro salón superior. Disfruta de un brindis con cava y las doce uvas, con barra de bebidas disponible (pago solo en efectivo).

Precio: $30 por adulto | $20 para niños menores de 16

2️⃣ New York New Year’s Eve (20:30 – 1:30)

Recibe el Año Nuevo con estilo con un menú cerrado increíble preparado por nuestro chef Paco (próximamente revelaremos el menú) en el edificio donde llevamos celebrando 100 Nocheviejas. Incluye brindis con cava para adultos, doce uvas y entrada a la Nochevieja española.

Precio: $125 por persona (servicio incluido; bebidas no incluidas)

Reservas: Eventbrite – link in bio

Dos formas de celebrar, una Nochevieja histórica.🎉🍾

LuliBono, the unstoppable folk powerhouse from Madrid, is landing in New York with plans to shake up the city with her u...
11/19/2025

LuliBono, the unstoppable folk powerhouse from Madrid, is landing in New York with plans to shake up the city with her unique flamenco fusion.✨

She’ll be joined by her guitarist and right-hand man, Antonio Niño, who’s in town and teaming up with her for a performance that’s both authentically Spanish and truly special.

Live music at La Nacional:

Friday, November 21
⭐️ Downstairs from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
⭐️ Upstairs from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM

LuliBono sings, dances, and lights up the stage. Don’t miss it!
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LuliBono, la folclórica todoterreno por excelencia, llega desde Madrid con ganas de revolucionar Nueva York con su fusión más flamenca.✨

En esta ocasión estará acompañada por Antonio Niño, su guitarrista y mano derecha, que aprovechando su visita se une a ella para ofrecernos una actuación tan española como especial.

Música en directo en La Nacional:

Viernes, 21 de Noviembre
⭐️ 6:00 PM a 7:00 PM en la parte de abajo del restaurante
⭐️ 7:30 PM a 8:30 PM en el piso superior

LuliBono canta, baila y arrasa en el escenario. ¡No te la puedes perder!

✨ Our new website is here! ✨We’ve updated it so you can get closer to La Nacional than ever: our history, the food we lo...
11/06/2025

✨ Our new website is here! ✨

We’ve updated it so you can get closer to La Nacional than ever: our history, the food we love to share, the events that make us unique… and all those little moments that happen here and that we cherish. 🌟

Come take a look, learn a bit more about us, and if you like, book your table straight from the site.

Link in bio!

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✨ ¡Nuestra web está de estreno! ✨

Hemos renovado nuestra web para ofrecerte lo mejor de La Nacional: nuestra historia, la gastronomía que compartimos, los eventos que nos hacen únicos… y todos esos pequeños momentos que pasan aquí y que tanto nos gustan. 🌟

Pásate, descubre un poquito más sobre nosotros y, si quieres, reserva tu mesa directamente desde la web.

¡Link en bio!

Want to be part of our history? 🏛️✨La Nacional has been at the heart of New York’s Spanish community for over 150 years....
10/23/2025

Want to be part of our history? 🏛️✨

La Nacional has been at the heart of New York’s Spanish community for over 150 years. From its founding in 1868 to opening the city’s oldest Spanish restaurant in 1925, La Nacional continues to celebrate Spanish culture through art, music, food, and community events.

We’re asking the city to co-name the corner of 14th Street and 8th Avenue as “La Nacional – Little Spain”.

Do you live or own a registered business in this district? Sign our petition online (link in bio) or come by La Nacional at 239 W 14th St to sign in person.

Let’s make history together! ✨

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¿Quieres formar parte de nuestra historia? 🏛️✨

La Nacional ha sido el corazón de la comunidad española en Nueva York durante más de 150 años. Desde su fundación en 1868 hasta la apertura del restaurante español más antiguo de la ciudad en 1925, La Nacional sigue celebrando la cultura española a través del arte, la música, la gastronomía y los eventos comunitarios.

Estamos solicitando que la ciudad otorgue un nombre conjunto a la esquina de 14th Street con 8th Avenue: “La Nacional – Little Spain”.

¿Vives o tienes un negocio registrado en este distrito? Firma nuestra petición online (enlace en la bio) o pásate por La Nacional en 239 W 14th St y firma en persona.

¡Hagamos historia juntos! ✨

What a joy it was to celebrate our shared legacy this past Sunday with all Spanish-speaking countries at the Hispanic Da...
10/15/2025

What a joy it was to celebrate our shared legacy this past Sunday with all Spanish-speaking countries at the Hispanic Day Parade! ✨ Despite the weather, seeing so many people join us in the streets - and later at La Nacional - truly warmed our hearts.

Special thanks to the groups that participated and for the gifts you brought from your hometowns; we’ll treasure them with pride and affection. Thanks to the La Nacional team for welcoming over 300 guests and to everyone who came to celebrate with us - your laughter and spirit made this day unforgettable. 💃🕺🎉

This year, we give a heartfelt shout-out to Pepe Navajas, who has coordinated La Nacional’s participation for 15 years. In his final year as coordinator, we thank him deeply for his dedication, passion, and love for our culture. Thank you, Pepe! 👏✨

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¡Qué alegría fue celebrar juntos este domingo nuestro legado compartido con todos los países hispanohablantes en el Desfile del Día de la Hispanidad! ✨ A pesar del clima, ver a tantas personas acompañándonos en las calles y luego en La Nacional nos llenó el corazón.

Gracias a las comparsas que participaron y por los regalos que nos trajisteis desde vuestras tierras; los guardaremos con orgullo y cariño. Gracias al equipo de La Nacional por recibir a más de 300 personas y a todos los que vinieron a celebrar: vuestra energía y alegría hicieron este día inolvidable. 💃🕺🎉

Este año, una mención muy especial a Pepe Navajas, que durante 15 años coordinó la participación de La Nacional. En su último año, le agradecemos de corazón su dedicación, pasión y amor por nuestra cultura. ¡Gracias, Pepe! 👏✨











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Join the Hispanic Day Parade with La Nacional! 💃🏻We’re celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and you can be part of the ex...
10/01/2025

Join the Hispanic Day Parade with La Nacional! 💃🏻

We’re celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and you can be part of the excitement! Volunteer with us to help organize and take part in the parade, showing your support for Hispanic culture, history, and community.

📅 Date: Sunday, October 12th
⏰ Call Time: 10:00 AM – meet us to get organized and ready
🚶‍♂️ March Time: 12:00 PM – the parade begins!
📧 Contact: [email protected]

Whether you want to help with setup, carry banners, or assist during the parade, we welcome everyone. Join La Nacional to make this parade a memorable celebration of Hispanic heritage. Don’t miss out on the fun, music, and community spirit! 🎉



¡Únete al desfile del Día de la Hispanidad con La Nacional! 💃🏻

Vamos a celebrar el Mes de la Herencia Hispana y tú puedes ser parte de esta fiesta. Colabora con nosotros ayudando a organizar y participar activamente en el desfile, mostrando tu apoyo a la cultura, historia y comunidad hispana.

📅 Día: Domingo, 12 de octubre
⏰ Hora de convocatoria: 10:00 – nos reuniremos para organizarnos y prepararnos
🚶‍♂️ Hora del desfile: 12:00 – ¡comienza el desfile!
📧 Contacto: [email protected]

Si quieres ayudar con la preparación, llevar pancartas o asistir en el desfile, ¡todos sois bienvenidos! Únete a La Nacional para hacer de este desfile una celebración inolvidable de la herencia hispana. ¡No te pierdas la música, la diversión y el espíritu de comunidad! 🎉

Address

239 W 14th Street
New York, NY
10011

To reach the location at W 14th Street in New York, you have several options for public transport and driving/parking:

Public Transport:
1. Subway: Take the A, C, E, L, or 1, 2, 3 trains to the 14th Street station. From there, walk west on 14th Street until you reach your destination.
2. Bus: Various bus lines serve the area around W 14th Street. Check the MTA website or app for specific routes and stops near your starting point.

Driving/Parking:
Please note that parking in New York City can be challenging and expensive. It is recommended to use public transport if possible. However, if you choose to drive:
1. From uptown/downtown Manhattan: Take any major avenue (such as Madison Avenue or Broadway) south/north until you reach W 14th Street. Look for parking garages or metered street parking in the vicinity.
2. From Brooklyn/Queens: Take the Williamsburg Bridge or Queensboro Bridge into Manhattan and head towards W 14th Street. Look for parking garages or metered street parking nearby.
3. From New Jersey/Staten Island/The Bronx: Follow signs for your desired route into Manhattan and head towards W 14th Street. Look for parking garages or metered street parking in the area.

Remember to check for any parking restrictions or regulations before leaving your vehicle.

Please note that these directions are provided without mentioning La Nacional specifically but will guide you to W 14th Street in New York City.

Opening Hours

Tuesday 4pm - 11pm
Wednesday 4pm - 11pm
Thursday 4pm - 11pm
Friday 4pm - 11pm
Saturday 12pm - 11pm
Sunday 12pm - 9pm

Website

https://form.jotform.com/252953668472167

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La Nacional, located on W 14th Street in New York, is a hidden gem that celebrates the rich culture and heritage of Spain. Housed inside a charming brownstone at the intersection of Greenwich Village, Chelsea, and the Meatpacking District, this cultural center has been a cornerstone of the Spanish community since its establishment in 1868.

As soon as you step foot into La Nacional, you are transported to a world where Spanish traditions come alive. The not-for-profit organization goes above and beyond to support and promote a culturally diverse Spain through various means such as live events, classes, authentic cuisine, art exhibitions, and music performances. It truly is a hub for all things Spanish.

One of the most remarkable aspects of La Nacional is its historical significance. It stands as the last remaining remnant of "Little Spain," an enclave that thrived in New York City many years ago. This cultural center has witnessed countless influential figures pass through its doors – from political dissidents to avant-garde poets and artists. Renowned director Luis Buñuel and modernist poet Federico García Lorca are just two examples of the creative minds who found inspiration within these walls.

La Nacional takes great pride in being inclusive and welcoming to everyone. Whether you are a Spanish speaker or simply have an affinity for Hispanic culture, this place embraces visitors from every borough of New York City. The warm atmosphere created by the staff makes you feel like part of their extended family.

When it comes to food, La Nacional does not disappoint. Their authentic cuisine transports your taste buds straight to Spain with every bite. From traditional tapas to mouthwatering paella, each dish is prepared with love and care by talented chefs who know how to capture the essence of Spanish flavors.

Beyond its cultural offerings, La Nacional also serves as a spiritual and charitable center for Spaniards in New York. Throughout its long history, it has provided essential services such as food, shelter, healthcare, and even afterlife support. This dedication to the well-being of the community is truly commendable.

In conclusion, La Nacional is a true treasure in the heart of New York City. Its commitment to preserving and promoting Spanish culture is evident in every aspect of its operation. Whether you are looking to immerse yourself in Spanish traditions, indulge in delicious cuisine, or simply learn more about this vibrant culture, La Nacional is the place to be.

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