Bocado Cafe

Name: Bocado Cafe
Address: 1293 Lexington Ave, New York, NY, United States, 10128
Telephone: (212) 289-9004
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

1141 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 2, 2023

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
Website
http://bocadocafenyc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
1293 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10128
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

Popular dishes

2 Eggs Any Style$16.00
choice of breakfast meat, home fries
Spinach Omelette$17.00
feta, tomato, home fries
Smoked Ham Omelette$18.00
Fontina cheese, home fries
Chef's Omelette$19.00
grape tomatoes, spinach, fresh mozzarella, home fries and bacon
Organic Quinoa$18.00
sautéed quinoa & kale, 2 sunny side up eggs
Merguez Omelette$19.00
Mediterranean lamb sausage, broccoli, feta, home fries
Huevos Rancheros$19.00
two eggs, tortilla, pico de gallo, guacamole, beans
Quesadilla Benedict$20.00
smoked ham, tomato, onion, peppers, cheddar cheese, pico de gallo, hollandaise sauce
Classic Benedict$18.00
Canadian bacon, hollandaise sauce and home fries
Bacon and Egg Pizza$20.00
applewood smoked bacon, Fontina cheese, hollandaise sauce
Avocado & Poached Eggs$20.00
avocado, 2 poached eggs, lemon, red pepper flakes, on whole wheat, side of organic mixed greens

Favorites

Buttermilk Pancakes$16.00
caramelized apples, organic maple syrup
Belgian Waffles$17.00
fresh berries, whipped cream, organic maple syrup
French Toast$17.00
caramelized bananas, whipped cream
Smoked Ham Crepe$17.00
with Fontina cheese
Nutella Crepe$17.00
with fresh bananas

Light Side

Yogurt Parfait$12.00
Greek yogurt, granola and fresh berries
Steel Cut Oatmeal$13.00
candied walnuts and sweet dates
Fresh Fruit Salad$13.00
seasonal fruit
Morning Special$21.00
Two organic eggs any style, Choice of Applewood Smoked Bacon, Smoked Ham, Sausage or Turkey Bacon, Home Fries, Rustic Bread, Fruit & House Coffee

Sides

Fresh Fruit$4.00
Smoked Ham$4.00
Breakfast Sausage$4.00
Applewood Smoked Bacon$5.00
Canadian Bacon$4.00
Turkey Bacon$4.00
Organic Baby Greens$4.00
Home Fries$4.00
Sliced Avocado$4.00

Coffee & Espresso

Intelligentsia House Blend$5.50
Espresso
- Single$4.50
- Double$5.50
Cappuccino$6.50
Café Latte$6.50
Café Mocha$6.50
Macchiato$5.50
Iced Cappuccino$6.50
Iced Café Mocha$7.50
Iced Latte$6.50
Iced Coffee$5.50
Americano$5.50
Café au Lait$5.50

Teas

Mighty Leaf Tea$5.50
Iced Tea$5.50
Organic Hot Chocolate$5.50
Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice$6.50

Morning Coctails

Mimosa$12.00
Bellini$12.00

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

Noise • Moderate

1,141 Reviews

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 2, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 56 times today

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

Website
http://bocadocafenyc.com/
Phone number
(212) 289-9004

Bocado Cafe

Make a reservation

Additional information

Bocado Fries

Crab Cake Burger

House Salad

Organic Eggs

2 Eggs Any Style$16.00

Spinach Omelette$17.00

Smoked Ham Omelette$18.00

Chef's Omelette$19.00

Organic Quinoa$18.00

Merguez Omelette$19.00

Huevos Rancheros$19.00

Quesadilla Benedict$20.00

Classic Benedict$18.00

Bacon and Egg Pizza$20.00

Avocado & Poached Eggs$20.00

Favorites

Buttermilk Pancakes$16.00

Belgian Waffles$17.00

French Toast$17.00

Smoked Ham Crepe$17.00

Nutella Crepe$17.00

Light Side

Yogurt Parfait$12.00

Steel Cut Oatmeal$13.00

Fresh Fruit Salad$13.00

Morning Special$21.00

Sides

Fresh Fruit$4.00

Smoked Ham$4.00

Breakfast Sausage$4.00

Applewood Smoked Bacon$5.00

Canadian Bacon$4.00

Turkey Bacon$4.00

Organic Baby Greens$4.00

Home Fries$4.00

Sliced Avocado$4.00

Coffee & Espresso

Intelligentsia House Blend$5.50

Espresso

Cappuccino$6.50

Café Latte$6.50

Café Mocha$6.50

Macchiato$5.50

Iced Cappuccino$6.50

Iced Café Mocha$7.50

Iced Latte$6.50

Iced Coffee$5.50

Americano$5.50

Café au Lait$5.50

Teas

Mighty Leaf Tea$5.50

Iced Tea$5.50

Organic Hot Chocolate$5.50

Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice$6.50

Morning Coctails

Mimosa$12.00

Bellini$12.00

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