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Bocado Cafe, New York, NY
Bocado Cafe, New York, NY
Bocado Cafe, New York, NY
Bocado Cafe, New York, NY
Bocado Cafe, New York, NY

Bocado Cafe

4.5
4.5
1141 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Wine Bar & Restaurant
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 56 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 8:30 am–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 8:30 am–11:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:30 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 8:30 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–5:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 289-9004
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Upper East Side
  • Cross street
    87th and Lexington Ave
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Trains 4,5,6 to 86th Street and Lexington Ave
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Counter Seating, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,141 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

1,141 Reviews
  1. UrbanChic

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined today

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    I made my reservation on Open Table for 10pm. I arrived at 10:02 and was curtly told the kitchen closed at 10pm. When I asked why they would give a reservation at the same time the kitchen closed, the VERY RUDE little host just repeated, "The kitchen closes at 10pm." No further explanation. I live two blocks away. I order from them on grubhub multiple times a week and I go there to eat in person regularly. Well, I did. Never again. Even with the close time, the attitude of the host was unacceptable. Such a rude, bitter person who couldn't comprehend that the whole situation was ridiculous. It was surreal. This guy should not be working in hospitality.

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  2. DOUGLASP

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Their $46 pre-fixe three course dinner is a pretty good value vs. the aka carte menu. But if you can get by the prices the food is very good (I had the Bocado Burger preceded by homemade hummus with warm pita points. The dessert of fruitti de bosco, a cold fruit cake with cream filling, was delicious, but could’ve stood another couple of minutes defrosting as it was clearly frozen beforehand…but tasty nonetheless). And our server was very attentive without being over bearing or visibly anxious to rush out of the restaurant. It was an excellent dining choice prior to attending a concert of Christmas music at St. Ignatius Church nearby.

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  3. fanfromPLB

    New York Area

    57 reviews

    3.0

    57 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    The staff was lovely and very accommodating. The tables were a bit cramped, and the food was average. We were disappointed there was only beer and wine, no bar. Menu selection was good, nice variety.

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  4. JaneJ

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We sat at the bar and the bartender from the Philippines was such a delight! Very attentive and incredible kind 💜 The food was fabulous! What a fun place 😊

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love coming here every time I do with my best friend we have a blast this has become our signature spot to eat together and chat the food is always delicious and filling the service is always amazing the seating is always available and the ambience is just right your perfect spot to eat with the girls

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  6. tovak

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service quality food nice ambience. Music inviting and not loud

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  7. RonS2002

    New Mexico

    24 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Really more of an upscale diner with good Greek flourishes mixed in with the standard fare. It's very informal and comfortable, a place that neighborhood regulars eat at several times a week.

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  8. Liza

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Great neighborhood joint. Make a rez because even at 6p on a Sunday night, the place was buzzing! Nice variety of food, small tables but cozy. Definitely recommend if you’ll be in that area.

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  9. Wanderafar

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Excellent quality of food, generous portions, professional and complete service (less common nowadays). Sadly, lost a star for hustling us out at closing time on a Friday night. Is letting seated diners linger not the norm in NYC anymore?

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  10. Laura

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Enjoyed two great salads with my niece and the food and service was easy and responsive. We could talk a couple of hours away in privacy and aesthetic comfort. Great location for walking to the Guggenheim, Met, then through Central Park.

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  11. GailO

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    It can be noisy but it is nice to see the place packed on a Monday and everyone enjoying themselves.

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  12. jpic

    New York Area

    72 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    72 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    Too crowded & noisy. Large menu & food ok but no atmosphere and can’t talk with your fellow diners. Are better places to go.

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  13. UESNYC

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 31, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience4
    The staff was rude & not accommodating. Had gone for a birthday celebration, and the staff made the experience unenjoyable. Very disappointed.

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  14. ScottL

    New York Area

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great time and the food was delicious and portions were great. Certainly recommend for an easy going casual dinner!

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  15. GinaC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love the attention provided my the employees when I made my reservation about my sisters birthday.

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  16. DonaldS

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Excellent staff and food. Perfect to have lunch before going to the Met. Highly recommend and will go again.

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the modern, warm and inviting atmosphere. The service was great and the food outstanding.

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  18. helenh

    London

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really great food at reasonable prices for HUGE portions. We had crab cake burger and Asian chicken salad both of which were delicious

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  19. Phillyveg

    Philadelphia

    28 reviews

    4.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Delicious lunch before the Degas/Manet exhibition visit at the nearby Metropolitan Museum of Art. I had the poached eggs and avocado on toast. Really hit the spot!

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 19, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Lovely atmosphere. Busy but not crowded. Entrees were good, but ‘soufflé’ came out in 2 mins and wasn’t a soufflé and was a bit cold. But service was great! Did feel a little rushed…

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  21. Momusing

    New York Area

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love Bocado for brunch, great food and good service!

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  22. MikeW

    New York Area

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had a chopped salad. It was delicious and the portion size fit a large plate. It was my first time there and I expect to return.

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  23. TanyaJ

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 10, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The Bocado staff makes you feel welcome from the moment you enter. We were early for our reservation but graciously seated. The environment and lighting make for a cozy feel, though plenty of seating is available. My companions immensely enjoyed their lamb and beef burgers, respectively. My crab burger, while decadent with crab meat, lacked flavor. Unlike my dining companions, my basket of fries was half full and the fries seemed to be the broken leftovers; that being said, they were tasty. The staff was very attentive and worked well together as a team.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 28, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Crispy chicken sandwich was delicious!!! Large sandwich can split with someone. Plenty open seating for lunch.

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  25. MarilynH

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    a bit disappointing. The brussel sprouts were actually 1/2 sausage, and very greasy. one of us ordered the crab appetizer and the bocado avocado appetizer, and was not told that they came with exactly the same sides-corn and salad. Boring.

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  26. SteveP

    New York Area

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had brunch outside and the food was excellent and the service was extremely solicitous. We will return for dinner!

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  27. Effie

    Washington DC

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Excellent food, great service. Noise level can be improved.

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was wonderful as always! No matter breakfast, brunch or dinner my experience has always been delightful and each meal delicious.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience1
    Horrible mess. Disorganized. Host/staff disorganized. Very slow seating and could care less about making you welcome.

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  30. LilliBelle

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My visit to Bocado Cafe is always pleasant! The staff is always friendly and attentive. The food always just right and delicious. My favorite is brunch of steak and eggs which is always just right. It is very nice that we receive a complimentary glass of either a Bellini or Mimosa. The champagne they use is very good. Also often times restaurants serve home fries that are just ok but at Bocado Cafe they are delicious which is not often the case at restaurants! Bocado Cafe is my go to restaurant when getting together with friends for a fun relaxing brunch. I highly recommend Bocado Cafe!

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  31. DJFlats

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    We had a table for 3 at 8 pm and we’re seated immediately. The place was about 1/2 full…not bad for a Thursday night as the holiday weekend was approaching. About halfway through the meal, wait service began to ask if they could clear our plates. It was obvious that we were still eating. Other members of the staff started sweeping the floor around us (and there were still other people being served entree courses). We all felt as if we were being rushed out of the place. The food was fine. Nothing too exciting.

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  32. Richard

    New York Area

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great spot for a tasty lunch. Terrific service and interesting menu.

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  33. HeatherP

    Phoenix

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent as well as the service. Looking forward to going back again.

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  34. SusanS

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is consistently wonderful and the service is great.

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  35. DawnG

    New York Area

    105 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    105 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful restaurant! Our food was delicious & the service is excellent.

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  36. KathyG

    New York Area

    33 reviews

    4.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Casual restaurant with well-prepared, good tasting food. I go often

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  37. MartinB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 15, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Everyone and Everything about this restaurant is very good! But, pricing is higher than it should be. Add taxes and tip, the total bill is too high. Instead of having dining there 2-3 times per week, I only dine there once per week. That’s the only way I can limit my business expenditures when I am in town. Or, eat and drink less!! I do similar with hotels-I stay less nights, less cab rides, etc. And most ask and calculate tips for customers on the billing! Some include 20-25% tips! And finally, to begin with-everything is so expensive! Overall, cities are penalizing those that visit for business on a regular basis! I am here year-round, even when the tourists are gone for a couple of months right after the holidays, into the new year. I think if you are a business person, providing businesses with business, and can prove it-our costs should be discounted by 20% year round. We pay too many taxes, amenity fees, gratuities, plus very high regular billing costs! As employers, you need to be more creative with keeping your costs in-check…especially with your employees-utilize positive reinforcements-more earned time off-vacations, parent time-off, sick time; timely, earned milestones for raises; educational and/or training incentives; worthwhile gift cards for food-drug store purchases-entertainment, clothing, etc.- investing more, and longer term as you would want back from reliable, longer-term employees! Thank you for asking! Marty Biskup 646.899.7023.

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  38. Srg1

    New York Area

    59 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    59 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food portions were sizeable. Service was fantastic. Our waiter was so nice and was attentive but not pushy. What a great meal.

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  39. PollyY

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We came here for lunch on Saturday. I ordered steak & egg medium rare, the skirt steak came out perfectly cooked to the rareness as expected, delicious! Other items came out very good as well. No complain at all about their food, service, or ambiance.

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  40. Ddavis

    New York Area

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Oh wonderful restaurant we eat there often and will continue supporting.

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FAQs

Bocado Cafe is rated 4.5 stars by 1141 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 56 times today
Google Map for Bocado Cafe

1293 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10128

Additional information

  • Cross street
    87th and Lexington Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Upper East Side
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 8:30 am–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 8:30 am–11:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:30 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 8:30 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–5:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Trains 4,5,6 to 86th Street and Lexington Ave
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Counter Seating, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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