My favorite restaurant on Staten Island. Great food and the best sangria in town. The atmosphere and music are warm and inviting. The wait staff is super attentive and never let your glass of sangria run dry. Always a great dinner and night at La Candela.
For nearly two decades, I have been going to La Candela and it has become my favorite restaurant on Staten Island and one of my favorite restaurants in New York City. Unlike other restaurants, the food is always outstanding and the experience is consistent. The staff is incredibly professional and very friendly, especially my long-time waiter, Alonso.
My favorite dish is the Chicken Villaroy which tends to be very hard to find in most Spanish restaurants in New York City as well as in other major US cities. When I have been able to have it elsewhere, it doesn't hold a candle to La Candela's dish.
I can honestly say that this is a great restaurant whether you are having an intimate dinner for two or if you are having large party.
Es una experienca maravillosa!
We have been coming to La Candela for over 20 years! Love the food , Sangria is delicious and the staff is great! Very cozy atmosphere.
Amazing Mexican cuisine! There food tastes super fresh and doesn’t take a long time to come out. Staff is friendly and prompt. There flan was my favorite that I have tried. Highly recommend trying this place out!
Truly an incredible dining experience! Food and service are wonderful..highly recommended!!
Great food, drink and service.. this place is one of the few reasons why I come back to Staten island
This place is AMAZING. Food , drinks and Staff all 5 STAR
Food was delicious. The staff was attentive and friendly. Highly recommend trying the paella marinera. The sangria was a treat as well. Definitely recommend this place to anyone looking to try some tasty spanish cuisine. I will be returning!
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