LA ZARZA RESTO LOUNGE

“La Zarza Resto Lounge, a lively, sophisticated tavern in New York's perennially hip East Village is a destination that intertwines indigenous Argentinean and Spanish cuisine and culture and offers guests a rare combination of eclectic food, global sounds and cosmopolitan style.

The multifaceted menu pairs unexpected and unique flavors, colors and textures to develop truly contemporary yet authentic Argentinean and Spanish specialties. Featuring small and large plates, the menu showcases a wide range of ingredients and flavors to satisfy any palate, now offering also organic, vegetarian and very healthy options. Signature appetizers include the Almond Stuffed Dates wrapped with Argentinean Smoked Bacon, Costillas de Cordero(lamb ribs in Chimichurri sauce), Carpaccio de Bife(with baby arugula, capers, shaved pecorino, lemon and extra virgin olive oil), Pastelitos de cangrejo(Crispy crab cakes, with jicama slaw, and avocado mousse) and super fresh Ceviches. As a fresh and cool touch for the hot season, the menu features amazing exotic options, as the Salmon Tartar served with Black Sesame ice cream or the Watermelon Salad(Organic baby spinach, watermelon, fennel, pecans, honey white wine vinaigrette).

No homage to Argentinean cuisine would be complete without slow cooked steaks like the Entrana Gaucha (Grilled Skirt Steak) or a Parrillada (Assortment of grilled chorizo, morcilla, skirt steak, lamb rib, sweetbreads). Signature Spanish dishes include the Paella de la Zarza (Valencian dish, Calasparra rice, lobster, shrimps, clams, mussels, scallops, calamari, chicken, pork), The Gambas con Ajo(Sautéed shrimps, garlic, parsley and chili peppers) and the entire Tapas menu offered at the bar every day until 9pm. 

As a contrast to the rich and savory flavors of the appetizers and entrees, the dessert menu offers sweet indulgences like the Panqueques (caramelized Dulce Del Leche crepes finished with juicy blackberries), a favorite Argentinean pastry, Alfajores de Maizena (Homemade cookies filled with delicious caramel, dulce de leche, rolled in coconut), Molten Cake(Warm chocolate cake with caramelized peaches and vanilla ice cream topped with Godiva White Chocolate Liquor (add $4) and the Churros(A classic from Spain and from La Zarza, golden brown and crispy fried dough filled with warm chocolate and coated with a cinnamon sugar)

A unique customized sangria menu offers guests the combination of wine and seasonal fresh fruit mixtures. Seasonal fruits and purees are blended with different varietals to create unique sangria and clericos that complement the distinctive flavors of the cuisine. Proud of been pioneers on the make your own sangria style. The extensive wine list is a compilation of smooth reds and crisp whites from Argentina and Spain, carefully selected to further enrich the culinary adventure.

For this hot summer we now offer Pitchers of Mojito and Margarita for just $45!

The harmonious combination of cultures is housed in a candle-lit, rustic space with chocolate brown walls, and Spanish inspired decor, accompanied  by sweet and sexy tunes in the background.”.

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