ABC Cocina

Name: ABC Cocina
Address: 38 East 19th Street, New York, NY, United States, 10003
Telephone: (212) 475-5829
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (2563)

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

38 East 19th Street, New York, NY 10003

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2 people

Jun 30, 2025

11:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

About this restaurant

Great for creative cocktails
Good for groups
Lively

The second to open of the abc restaurant trio was abc cocina, a stark contrast of menu and interior design to abc kitchen. Moody lighting and shareable small Latin-inspired plates encourage large groups to enjoy a family style feast or date night by candlelight. The menu celebrates local produce and international flavors, featuring a variety of dishes and house-made cocktails such as Margaritas and Sangria, available à la carte or in large format pitchers. As a Jean-Georges restaurant, abc cocina offers a vibrant dining experience with a lively bar scene, communal tables and cozy nooks, inviting parties of all sizes. The restaurant is open for lunch, brunch, happy hour, and dinner, inviting guests to savor its diverse culinary offerings throughout the day.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Latin American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(212) 475-5829
Website
https://www.abccocina.nyc/
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
ABC Cocina would be honored to host your special event. Our inspirational cuisine and eclectic environment offer a variety of options for creating a truly one-of-a-kind experience.

Location
38 East 19th Street, New York, NY 10003
Neighborhood
Union Square
Cross street
Broadway and Park Ave
Parking details
Street Parking

Offers

Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Fri - Sat - 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
every monday - friday & sunday | 4-6:30pm after-work drinks with a colleague? catch ups with old friends? date night? enjoy our new menu of snacks and drinks for the occasion

What 2,563 people are saying

ABC Cocina reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New York City
Tapas / Small Plates
Manhattan
Tapas / Small Plates

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

ABC Cocina offers a vibrant dining experience with "superb food" and a "frequently changing menu." Highlights include the famous arroz con pollo, pea guacamole, and "best churros." While the ambiance is lively, some find it "too loud" and tables "too close." Service is praised as "friendly" and "warm."

2,563 Reviews

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Kobie
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was delicious. You must have the trademark aruz con Pollo and rice.
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David VIP
New York City80 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always great food and drinks. Great service. The pea guac and empanadas are favorites.
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Stephanie VIP
Atlanta10 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 17, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Enjoyed the food and the staff is pleasant. Like many NY places, it does get louder as the evening hours start. Some of the tables are uncomfortably close together and it’s hard to order a number of small plates to share at a 2 top table. That said, there is something for almost everyone on the menu!
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Cashel
New York City3 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 13, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Loved the tacos and sea bass. It was a little expensive but I definitely enjoyed my meal. I wouldn't recommend the fritters. Noise is kind of high level, but a beautiful ambiance.
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Selina VIP
London24 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Spring pea guacamole, mistake mushrooms and arroz con pollo were winners. Amazing service from Vinny. Will return!
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Matthew VIP
New York City26 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best tapas I've ever had -- hands-down. If you go and get nothing but the arroz con pollo (which they're famous for), then you'll have done yourself a treat. It was succulent and moist without being too wet, and the flavor was spectacular. I'd also recommend the guacamole made with peas and the ginger margarita. It was an exquisite night out and a wonderful meal. I can't wait to try ABC Kitchen and ABC V.
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Rita VIP
New York City16 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food. Everything was amazing but the best thing was the cauliflower tacos and the vegan Frangipane dessert - Who would have thought?! And I’m not even vegetarian
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Sarah
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love all of the ABC restaurants but Cocina might be a new favorite. Service is warm and friendly for such a cool, chic spot, and the food is excellent - interesting, well-made and delicious!
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Emmanuel VIP
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious and the service was outstanding!
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Laurel VIP
New York City3 reviews
1.0
Dined on May 18, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
We were a group of 8 people and the food came out in waves. One person received her meal while the rest waited 20 minutes. Someone asked for bacon on the side, received the bacon after we all ate. Another, asked for avocado toast, she received the toast, then the avocado towards the end of the meal. We weren't able to eat as a group - it was so strange! Also, the food was nothing great - really disappointing! While we were settling the bill, the wait staff started removing our placemats and taking our personal belongings off them. We asked if they needed the table for another group, they said they didn't. Would never go there again. Our personal waiter was great, besides that, it was an awful experience. Over priced, not so good food.
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FAQs

ABC Cocina is rated 4.6 stars by 2563 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 30, 2025

11:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

38 East 19th Street, New York, NY 10003

Additional information

Cross street
Broadway and Park Ave
Neighborhood
Union Square
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Latin American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking

Website
https://www.abccocina.nyc/
Phone number
(212) 475-5829
Private party facilities
ABC Cocina would be honored to host your special event. Our inspirational cuisine and eclectic environment offer a variety of options for creating a truly one-of-a-kind experience.

ABC Cocina

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Offers

Happy Hour

Menu

What 2,563 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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