BONSAII Tapas & Wine Bar

Name: BONSAII Tapas & Wine Bar
Address: 127 E 55th St, New York, NY, United States, 10022-3502
Telephone: (646) 484-2135
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4 (78)

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

127 E 55th St, New York, NY 10022-3502

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2 people

Jul 3, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

Great for creative cocktails
Neighborhood gem
Charming

Inspired by the Japanese Bonsai Tree which is a miniature tree cultivated to resemble nature in a modest space and nurtured with artistic interaction, Bonsaii Tapas & Wine Bar is the ultimate representation of its namesake.
Our cuisine is inspired in International tapas, where everybody will feel welcomed and find something of their taste, putting spin on classic dishes and bringing creative new ones. Our "Secret Garden" is the perfect hidden gem in Midtown East for finding calm in the stress and noise from the city , located walking distance to Central Park and Bloomingdale's and in between some of the most popular avenues (Lexington Ave and Park Ave).

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Breakfast, Dining Bar
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(646) 484-2135
Website
http://www.bonsaiirestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
We'd be thrilled to host your next event ! Our lively family style menu sets the perfect tone for group dining – featuring international tapas, wine, sangría, beer, cocktails & more designed in the spirit of sharing and creating memorable moments.

Location
127 E 55th St, New York, NY 10022-3502
Neighborhood
Midtown East
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 78 people are saying

BONSAII Tapas & Wine Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

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

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

BONSAII Tapas & Wine Bar is a "hidden gem in midtown East," offering a "fantastic menu" and "friendly service" in a "lovely atmosphere." The tapas are "much larger than expected" and the empanadas stand out. Servers like Gio and Laura receive praise for their "phenomenal" and "amazing" service, enhancing the overall experience.

78 Reviews

L
Laney VIP
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on June 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had such a great experience. It was smaller than I expected, however, it was full and still didn’t feel like it was noisy. Food was great and Tapas were much larger than we expected so it was perfection! Our server Gio was phenomenal and very kind. Gave thoughtful and honest recommendations on his preferences. All around would go again and again.
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Ross VIP
New York City8 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic menu, friendly service, nice atmosphere
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Lisa
Las Vegas2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hidden gem in midtown East! Love love love! Empanadas were a real standout 😀
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Gladys
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Felt like a hidden gem in midtown. Great place if you are looking for a quiet table to have a drink, delicious small plates, and space to have a conversation without the din of restaurant noise. Lovely atmosphere and service.
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Jonathan
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love it nice friendly and low key place………………………..
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Camille
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined on May 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Gio was a fabulous waiter. The food was amazing and the ambiance was second to none! I can’t wait to go back.
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Erica
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on May 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Laura was amazing! The food was delicious - overall a great experience!
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mayumi VIP
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on April 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I went to this restaurant for a friend’s birthday lunch. When I requested a candle for the dessert, the staff kindly prepared a sparkler instead. The food was delicious, and the service was friendly and attentive. This is definitely one of the restaurants I would love to visit again.
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Susan
New York City10 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 24, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The place very nice, the music was pleasant and not loud, the ambience was so peaceful and quiet. The food was very good and the service excellent. Shout out to Jordan for an amazing lunch.
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Linsey VIP
Cleveland / Akron / Canton2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thankful that they still allowed us to order breakfast. Great customer service!
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BONSAII Tapas & Wine Bar is rated 4.4 stars by 78 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Jul 3, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

127 E 55th St, New York, NY 10022-3502

Additional information

Neighborhood
Midtown East
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Breakfast, Dining Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bonsaiirestaurant.com/
Phone number
(646) 484-2135
Private party facilities
We'd be thrilled to host your next event ! Our lively family style menu sets the perfect tone for group dining – featuring international tapas, wine, sangría, beer, cocktails & more designed in the spirit of sharing and creating memorable moments.

BONSAII Tapas & Wine Bar

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About this restaurant

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What 78 people are saying

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