Plancha

931 Franklin Ave, Garden City, NY 11530, United States
+1 516-246-9459
$$$ Tapas bar , Charcuterie , Cocktail bar , Spanish restaurant , Wine bar
(528 Reviews)
Price Range $50–100

Plancha at 931 Franklin Ave in Garden City serves up an inviting mix of Spanish-inspired tapas, charcuterie, and cocktails in a lively yet approachable setting. This spot has carved out a niche for those looking to enjoy small plates with bold flavors alongside a thoughtfully curated wine list and creative cocktails. The atmosphere strikes a balance between casual and polished, making it ideal for after-work gatherings, weekend dinners with friends, or date nights where you want something a bit more distinctive than the usual local fare.

The menu reflects a broad range of Spanish and Mediterranean influences, with crowd-pleasers like patatas bravas and blistered shishito peppers sitting alongside more indulgent options such as foie gras, bone marrow, and dry-aged steak boards. Diners commonly appreciate the variety of tapas portion sizes, which lend themselves well to sharing — perfect if you’re coming in a small group or with a partner and want to sample a range of dishes. The Spanish charcuterie board and octopus often come recommended by regulars, while the occasional twist like pork belly bocadillo and crispy chicken wings add a comforting flair to the mix.

Plancha’s wine selection broadens the appeal for oenophiles, featuring local and European varieties like Priorat and Amontillado Sherry, alongside more approachable options like Pinot Noir and Grüner Veltliner. This makes pairing wine with the diverse flavors a seamless experience. The bar staff tend to be knowledgeable and attentive without feeling overbearing, adding to the relaxed, neighborhood vibe.

Despite its modest size, Plancha manages to feel welcoming and unpretentious. It’s suited for those who want to enjoy quality food that transports you momentarily to a Spanish tapas bar while staying close to home. Practical touches — such as accommodating families with strollers and managing dietary restrictions carefully — point to a team that knows its local base well.

Plancha works best on a laid-back evening when you have time to savor multiple dishes and a few drinks. It’s a spot that encourages lingering conversation and casual sharing, rather than rushing through a meal. Weekdays can offer a slightly quieter dining experience, while weekend nights bring a livelier crowd drawn by the eclectic menu and robust wine list.

Highlights
Has fast service
Serves great cocktails
Has great wine list
Popular for
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Serves food at bar
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Best for
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

3:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

3:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Thursday

3:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Friday

2:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Saturday

2:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Sunday

3:00 AM - 10:00 PM

528 Reviews
Marcus Goncalves

20 Dec 2025

Best restaurant in GC. Feels like I’m in the city. Delicious Spanish/Portuguese inspired food. Jamon Iberico, Garlic shrimp, bone marrow, pork belly, and more. So so good.

Dan Liu

10 Dec 2025

Had an awesome time here! The tapas were super tasty, and the staff was really friendly. Loved the fried potatoes—they were so good—and the burger had that perfect charred flavor on the patty. The wine was great too. Definitely planning to come back next time we are in town

Nathaniel Saintus

10 Dec 2025

Best dining experience in Garden City in a long time. Came in on a Thu night with friends..one in particular had a few allergies. Our waitress, Jackie, was incredible! She was very considerate with every dish to ensure we were all not cross contaminating her dishes. She was attentive, fun, engaging, and was provided top-service! Food and drinks were solid. Ill be back for sure!

Patrick Wong

23 Oct 2025

TLDR: Great if you're craving tapas in the Garden City area. Favorites were definitely the shisito peppers and burger. Massive wine collection and tasty sangira. Portion sizes are good. A friend had told us about Plancha and never got around it until recently. It's a small place but a solid menu and lots of wine. They were also able to accommodate us with our stroller. Food we got the pan con jamon, garlic shrimp, patatas bravas, shisito peppers and the plancha burger. The sangria was very good. Juicy, not overloaded with BS fruit and just very flavorful. The bread is like a toasted baguette cut into 4 triangles topped with piquillo salsa, arugula and jamon. Pretty good, I was surpised there wasn't pan con tomato but it was still enjoyable. This is a bit more on the acidic side so if you don't like things too tangy - might not be for you. Patatas bravas, classic with aioli and bravas sauce. Shisito peppers blistered, a bit of finishing salt and lemon. Garlic shrimp was cooked well, personally I'd like a bit more garlic in mine and some bread to mop would be nice but still tasty. Plancha burger was definitely our favorite. It's a blend of wagyu sirloin and chorizo, so it's very juicy with a nice smokiness. Very pleasantly surprised and definitely will be back to try some other things.

Sanjith Soman

20 Oct 2025

First time here - came with a few friends for a birthday dinner. Staff is super friendly, whether you’re at the bar or table seating. The tapas/ small plates are good for two people. Highly recommend the fried chicken and the pork belly bocadillo. Garlic shrimp was good, not as flavorful as I’d like but was cooked perfectly. If you are open to it, the bone marrow was excellent - great balance of flavors and crisp fresh bread. For large plates, the dry-aged steak board will not disappoint! Perfect medium and the potatoes and marrow are a great addition. The drinks were delicious - any of the margaritas will hit. Overall an excellent experience. Things add up quickly if you’re hungry but well worth the price.

SmoothOps54

19 Oct 2025

Oh my goodness! Everything was absolutely delicious. The Italian charcuterie board was particularly impressive. My wife and I had a lovely and romantic evening.

Seán Hassett

24 Sep 2025

I've been here twice so far and we loved it both times. I look forward to coming back again. The food is excellent, service is great from friendly staff, bathrooms are clean.

Elizabeth Maalouf

18 Sep 2025

Loved our little date night here! Was not too crowded on a Friday night, perfect for an intimate experience! We loved the food, very unique, high quality, and tasty! Located perfect area if you want to walk around and check out shops afterwards/prior. Also, has plenty of parking without needing to pay or park on the side.

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