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Bocado Cafe, New York, NY

Bocado Cafe

4.6 (1371)
$30 and under
American
1293 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10128

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 37 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Lively
  • Great for brunch
Nestled on the Upper East Side near the renowned Guggenheim, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, and Central Park, Bocado Cafe warmly welcomes you. As a rustic-chic restaurant and wine bar, we pride ourselves on serving American bistro fare from morning until night.

At Bocado Cafe, we provide a cozy and inviting atmosphere for our guests to enjoy. Whether you're joining us for brunch with friends and family or seeking a night filled with great cocktails, wine, and delicious food, we cater to a variety of dining experiences.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 8:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 8:30 am–10:30 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
  • 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 1,371 people are saying

Bocado Cafe 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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bocado Cafe is a beloved neighborhood gem with "excellent food and service." Guests praise its "diverse menu" and "attentive staff," making it perfect for breakfast or lunch. The atmosphere is "warm and cozy," fostering a great place for gatherings. Despite occasional noise, its "great value" and reliability make it a favorite.
1,371 Reviews
  1. Kathleen

    New York City34 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Terrific local bistro with American food. I go often.

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  2. Linda VIP

    New York City7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I ordered a chopped Mediterranean salad. It came out with a ton of feta, a few soggy lettuce leaves, and chopped olives and peppers. Very unsatisfying and unattractive.

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  3. Ernie VIP

    New York City39 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place to catch up with friends. Staff is always very friendly and helpful. Service is awesome. The Farmer's omelet is delicious.

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  4. Dawn

    New York City12 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Close to home and menu satisfied everyone in our group. Very nice service.

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  5. Steffi

    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food,service and atmosphere We were thrilled that although the restaurant was full, the noise level was not bad and we were able to enjoy conversation. Our vegan friend had an amazing experience. Also with a handicap seat we were near the bathroom which was on the same level (no stairs or elevators) 10 out of ten casual dining experience

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  6. Jocelyn

    Chicago / Illinois6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Loved it! Great food, service and the ambience was warm and cozy!

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  7. Alberto VIP

    New York City6 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Not a full bar, mediocre food, expensive for what it is

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  8. Mary Ellen VIP

    New York City42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love this neighborhood place. The food is delicious-- fresh, with high quality ingredients. They are gracious to people who want to linger after their meal. It's ideal for breakfast or lunch.

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  9. Steve VIP

    Tampa / Central Florida West136 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Quickly seated and quickly approached by the server. Order taken quickly and beverages served. Meal service generally takes time since food is prepared to order resulting in hot food hot and cold food cold.

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  10. Donna VIP

    New York City23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is always wonderful: love the bacon and egg flat bread!

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FAQs

Bocado Cafe is rated 4.6 stars by 1371 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 37 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–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 8:30 am–10:30 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, Contemporary American, Mediterranean
  • 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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