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Best Mediterranean in East Village Best Happy Hour in East Village

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Reyna New York 7.8
Union Square
A loungy Union Square tapas spot that riffs across the Mediterranean with a strong cocktail program and shareable plates. Come for a festive night out, settle into the plush room, and lean into the menu’s Turkish-Greek-Spanish mashups.
Must-Try Dishes: Lamb shank baklava, Whipped feta & warm pita, Grilled octopus
Scores:
Value: 6.8 Service: 7.6 Consistency: 7.7 Food Quality: 8.8 Atmosphere: 8.4 Cultural Relevance: 6.9
What makes it special: Mediterranean small plates paired with a destination-level cocktail bar.
Who should go: Groups and dates who want dinner plus drinks.
When to visit: Golden hour into late evening for the full vibe.
What to order: Lamb shank baklava, whipped feta, seasonal mezze.
Insider tip: Start at the bar—cocktail pacing here is excellent.