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Name: Cosme
Address: 35 E 21st St, New York, NY, United States, 10010
Telephone: (212) 913-9659
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.5

Award-winning

Cosme

4.5

2940 Reviews

$50 and over

Mexican

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Cosme is a restaurant in New York City’s Flatiron District serving contemporary Mexican-inspired cuisine. World-renowned Chef Enrique Olvera and Daniela Soto Innes create dishes rooted in Mexican flavors and traditions, while also celebrating local and seasonal ingredients from the Hudson Valley and surrounding region. Adjacent to the main dining room is a separate bar area where guests can enjoy the full menu in a lively atmosphere. Cosme’s beverage program focuses on artisanal spirits and mirrors its cuisine, letting the high quality ingredients shine.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Mexican, Unspecified
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:30 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–2:30 pm
Phone number
(212) 913-9659
Website
http://WWW.COSMENYC.COM/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Daniela Soto Innes & Enrique Olvera

Location
35 E 21st St, New York, NY 10010
Award-winning
1. World's 50 Best #73 2023
2. World's 50 Best #69 2022
Neighborhood
Gramercy / Flatiron
Cross street
Between Park and Broadway
Parking details
There are two independent parking garages adjacent to the restaurant. There is free street parking available after 6pm.
Public transit
23rd street stop, 6 line 23rd street stop, N,R lines 23rd street stop, F, M lines Union Square
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Herb Guacamole
Razor Clam Tostada
salsa macha, peanuts
Fluke Tostada
blue corn aioli
Arctic Char
sea buckthorn aguachile, turmeric
Pasilla Mixe Aguachile
celery root, ginger, leeks
Crab Infladita
morita, avocado
Cobia al Pastor
pineapple puree, cilantro
Bok Choy
green mole, morita vinegar
Butter Nut Tamal
ha'sikil p'ak, castelrosso
Endive
ayocote beans, avocado, wild pine nuts
Beet Tetela
goat feta, chickpeas, hazelnut butter
Mole Negro
Grey Sole
macadamian mole, sake
Lamb Belly Tacos
chayote, tamarindo
Duck Carnitas
onions, radishes, cilantro (to share)
Berkshire Pork Chop
maple, chicatanas (to share)

What 2,940 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.5Food
4.3Service
4.4Ambience
3.7Value

Noise • Moderate

2,940 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Good I enjoyed it
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VKumar
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place to go on a dinner date or with friends. Incredible flavors of food, great service and a lovely ambience.
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nathakk
London
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding dinner experience!
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Udit
San Francisco
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 12, 2020
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
We really wanted to like Cosme, and had great first impressions when we walked into their beautiful restaurant for dinner, and were seated without wait or a line (we had a reservation). The ambience and decor is fantastic. The issues began with the starters. To preface, I have been a vegetarian my whole life, and do not speak Spanish, so when I was ordering, I requested the waiter to please tell me if I mistakenly order anything that is not vegetarian. For the first course, I ended up ordering the "uni" - which I now know is fish, but didn't at the time, and assumed it was a Spanish word I didn't know. Once it came, it was clear it was not vegetarian. When I bring my kindly suspicion to the waiter, he confirms it was sea urchin, and exclaims "oh, I thought you knew what Uni was. Maybe the manager will let you switch it out". This is pretty ridiculous - not only did he not apologize that he didn't notify me of my choice (1 of 3 courses for almost $100) when I clearly asked him to, but he acted like he was doing me a favor to fix this. While I thanked him at the time - not wanting to ruin the expensive dinner by starting an argument - I did not appreciate the attitude, or lack of apology, at all. The food all-in-all is very underwhelming. We ended up spending $350+ on the pre-fixe meal and drinks here, but only maybe 1 or 2 of the 6 dishes and 4 drinks were memorable. There are better Mexican restaurants in the city for the same price range - and even better ones for a lower budget. We will not be returning.
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UES19
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
It is fabulous. Always.
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Toto
New York Area
12 reviews
vip
3.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2020
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
I have been to Cosme at least 8/9 times (one of my favorite places) and I had always had a great experience both in terms of the food and service until my experience this week. Service was sloppy to say the least, the best dish in the menu to me are the duck carnitas but this time they were a little hard and not as juicy as they always been. The bar selection is sub par for this place.
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OpenTable Diner
Mexico City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Visiting NYC an wanting to have a special diner. Everything we taste was great, fun music and amazing service.
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AshleyB
Los Angeles
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2020
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I just didn’t realize it was going to be a tasting menu, where all the favorite dishes are an additional cost. Not what I signed up for, was looking forward to the regular menu and tacos
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leslie
New York Area
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the most increíble dinning experiences of my life.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2020
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
We went for our anniversary. The food is incredible but.... there were too many cooks in the kitchen so to speak. The staff is large and does not seem to communicate very well. It felt like our server changed with each course. We will be back but not with the pre fix menu.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding menu, delicious
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cosme is one of my favorite restaurants in NYC. They do an incredible job making you feel like a million bucks. We sat right away as soon as we checked in. I miss their bar, but there’s nothing we can do about that at the moment. This time at Cosme they offered a 4 course pre fixe menu. About 4-5 options per course were available. The menu was broken down to a seafood, vegetable, entree, and dessert course. I had an order of guacamole and the “uni infladita” which was a nice 2/3 bite start to dinner. The “forest mushrooms and grits with truffle” which was creamy and incredible. The short rib entree which was very filling, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. For dessert I had the hazelnut and pear option which was a great unique combination. Service was 10/10! I was supplied with a steady stream of cocktails, the entire staff is incredibly friendly, and they politely police guests to wear their face masks. Our server was cool and sincerely thanked us for the gratuity we left. We will be back!
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zip10010
New York Area
73 reviews
vip
5.0
73 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food & service. The (Mexican) music was very loud and we had trouble having a conversation. Please lower the volume.
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Louise
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible Mexican cuisine with a pleasurable presentation.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cosme nailed indoor dining during covid. The tables are well spaced apart, with every other two-top blocked so there is space. But it still somehow felt lively and normal. Did dinner and the wine pairing and thought the food was absolutely fantastic. The red shishito and dungeoness crab appetizer was great, the heirloom grits were also delicious and the tamarind lamb breast is one of the best things I’ve eaten in a very long time. The only thing I didn’t love was the membrillo con queso which was way too heavy. With that said, we were there for an anniversary and the staff brought a dessert on the house that involved merengue which was one of the best desserts I’ve ever had. The pairings were also spot to on. All in all great service, great experience and a picture of how indoor dining and be done right.
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TheRoondogs
London
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious. Wish they had more gluten free options
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 17, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Top! Great Sea Bass
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Really good place for dinner: good wine, service and food.
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Fullexperience
Charleston
8 reviews
vip
1.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2020
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
This place is supposed to be good? No wonder they don’t put their prices on the online menu. Cosme is a glorified Taco Bell Cantina
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AdrianR
Mexico City
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food
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SeleneM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 14, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Es un excelente lugar, una excelente selección de platillos, aunque las entradas son muy pequeñas, sin embargo los postres son sobresalientes. Los cócteles muy buenos, con nombres muy ingeniosos que hacen honor al folclor mexicano.
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Mexcity1
Washington DC
41 reviews
vip
5.0
41 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food in a good atmosphere
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AlisonN
New York Area
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food outstanding but very slow to get our drink from the bar.
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Local
New York Area
25 reviews
vip
3.0
25 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Found this place to be more trendy and a bit pretentious rather than great food and ambiance. Service was the best part but we found the experience underwhelming. Disappointed. Won’t be returning. (Tables for two are too long to even talk give the the noise level)
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HWeil
New York Area
987 reviews
vip
4.0
987 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Went to Cosme years ago and wasn't thrilled. Went back for a recent brunch because the restaurant keeps appearing on critics' "best" lists. Surprise -- brunch was excellent. Background music was much too loud for quiet conversation, but my wife and I will try Cosme again for dinner someday. Maybe it will redeem itself.
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DanielC
Greater Boston
48 reviews
vip
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Service was very slow this time. Like crazy slow.
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adaml
New York Area
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on March 6, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I was blown away by Cosme honestly. I thought I was going to a high end fru fru where the servings meant I was going to grab a burger before heading home not.The total opposite happened and I loved everything from the appetizers to the main course. I cannot give a bigger recommendation than that. Price points weren’t bad either. Will be coming back for sure.
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JohnG
New York Area
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food. Perfect for special occasions. Truly elevated Mexican cuisine!
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic all around. The food was phenomenal, service spectacular and ambiance was special. Will definitely go back.
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Manolo
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 2, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, original small dishes, pricey. A bit noisy.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2020
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Food was meh for the price. Didn’t charge us for the pork we thought was just fat. Didn’t make up for the time wasted and had to go find another restaurant to actually have dinner. Couldn’t pay me to eat here again
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GogaT
Mexico City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 29, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Magnífica experiencia, los platillos que hacen recordarlos siempre... Muchas felicidades a los Chefs presentes en ese momento. Por supuesto para regresar. Muchas Felicidades Enrique Olvera
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 29, 2020
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I didn’t like the Paloma coctel it was poorly made
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MarkP
New York Area
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 28, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great experience , unique food , world class . Will be back for sure.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 22, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful Mexican modern food.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 22, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Was amazing !!Great food and ambient !!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Caribbean
19 reviews
vip
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
El lugar es muy bonito. La atención fue muy buena. La comida estuvo bueno, pero es demasiado costoso.
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Katoni
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2020
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food portions were small, not tasty, and definitely not worth the price (which was high). We had to go get food elsewhere after we left.
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SG05
Monterrey
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went there for brunch with some friends and everything was delicious! They gave us a small cake as a an anniversary gift! Amazing service!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Friends in town
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Cosme is rated 4.5 stars by 2940 OpenTable diners.

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35 E 21st St, New York, NY 10010

Additional information

Award-winning
1. World's 50 Best #73 2023
2. World's 50 Best #69 2022
Cross street
Between Park and Broadway
Neighborhood
Gramercy / Flatiron
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:30 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–2:30 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Mexican, Unspecified
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There are two independent parking garages adjacent to the restaurant. There is free street parking available after 6pm.
Public transit
23rd street stop, 6 line 23rd street stop, N,R lines 23rd street stop, F, M lines Union Square
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Daniela Soto Innes & Enrique Olvera
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://WWW.COSMENYC.COM/
Phone number
(212) 913-9659

Cosme

Not available on OpenTable

Additional information

Menu

Main

Herb Guacamole

Razor Clam Tostada

Fluke Tostada

Arctic Char

Pasilla Mixe Aguachile

Crab Infladita

Cobia al Pastor

Bok Choy

Butter Nut Tamal

Endive

Beet Tetela

Mole Negro

Grey Sole

Lamb Belly Tacos

Duck Carnitas

Berkshire Pork Chop

What 2,940 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

How is Cosme restaurant rated?

Not available on OpenTable

Additional information