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The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Name: The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Address: 1946 Campus Drive, Hyde Park, NY, United States, 12538
Telephone: (845) 471-6608
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

4051 Reviews

$31 to $50

French

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Sleek and strikingly contemporary, The Bocuse Restaurant is named for the most famous chef in France, Paul Bocuse. Here, CIA students re-imagine the execution of classic French cuisine through the lens of ultra-modern cooking techniques under the instruction of world-class faculty. Enjoy casual yet sophisticated service alongside an exceptional French wine list and innovative cocktail program during your unique and exciting dining experience.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 11, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 21 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–1:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(845) 471-6608
Website
http://www.bocuserestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America can accommodate all your special event needs.
Private party contact
Private Dining Coordinator: (845) 451-1012

Location
1946 Campus Drive, Hyde Park, NY 12538
Neighborhood
Hyde Park
Cross street
Route 9
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,051 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Westchester / Hudson Valley
Innovative

4,051 Reviews

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NickL
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great location, students were fantastic and the food is the same: FANTASTIC!!!
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CoreyB
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time dining here and it was a lovely experience. The staff was efficient, friendly and professional. The food was exceptionally delicious and demonstrated the meaning behind fine dining. The wait between courses felt appropriate and well timed as you could sit and enjoy the atmosphere and company with you. It is pricey but definitely worth it. If you're looking for a true fine dining experience Bocuse Restaurant is it.
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DianeO
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our first time at CIA and Bocuse. The campus is beautiful. Bocuse restaurant was more modern than I expected and that lack of warm atmosphere made the noise level elevated. The menu had generous offerings and the food was delicious. Service was very good although our server seemed very nervous, he did a fine job!!
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CharlesD
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
I truly enjoyed the dining experience at the Bocuse restaurant at the CIA. The food was excellent and it was fun watching the students learn their trade. A great day for anyone looking for a unique outing.
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Mike
New York Area
72 reviews
vip
5.0
72 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always, a lovely experience at CIA. Our waitress and servers were super friendly and attentive. I had the smoked salmon appetizer which was good, the monkfish with shrimp dumplings that was fantastic! Everything on that plate was a 10/10, don’t change a thing. My dessert however, was underwhelming. I ordered the pot de crème pumpkin custard. The vessel it was served in wobbled while trying to eat it and was too deep to allow you to take a bite with all ingredients. Flavor also was average. Outside of that, it was a great experience. Highly recommend.
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Nelson
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and ambiance. A couple of minor errors by student waiters, but overall service was very good, students were charming. A very enjoyable evening!
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Marge
Philadelphia
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had the best seats in the house in front of the kitchen. So fun to watch the chefs work in the kitchen and chat with the servers table side. An unforgettable experience! We will be back!
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PatriciaMcG
San Francisco
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had lunch on a weekday and the whole experience was excellent. Very high quality food, beautifully presented, well trained staff, very helpful sommelier. The prix fixe menu is $46 for a 3-course lunch. We found it to be an excellent experience at a very reasonable price. We will definitely go again.
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GaleM
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
1.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Service was confused. We received our dessert before the main course was served. While mistakes are understandable since the staff is all students, my issue is with the Maitre d' who is not a student. She come over to our table only after I finally got up to look for her, and took no responsibility for the errors (there were others besides the one I mentioned). Students who are not supervised properly do not learn from their mistakes. She was dismissive, and even rude to my husband. Not worth it. The American Bounty restaurant is better in every way.
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WilliamZ
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The student servers are very polite and welcoming, if not very experienced. But watching them learn the roles is half the fun. My food was excellent.
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PeterD
Switzerland
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We enjoyed the lunch very much. The food was excellent. The wine selection is a bit flat. Overall we will go back again.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My husband and I LOVED everything about The Bocuse Restaurant! The service was amazing. The food was delicious! The price was perfect. We can't wait to go back.
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RB12
Alabama
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great service, and really fun experience.
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JanineV
Greensboro
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful time and the food was excellent. Wait staff was polite and very attentive and very friendly!!
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alicel
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 1, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service are great. Wine steward knows his stuff.
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The2ofUs
Philadelphia
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food. Excellent service. I appreciated the accommodation to my dietary restriction. Professionally handled in every way.
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love2eat
New York Area
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A lot of fun. Have to remember it is a school- but excellent!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 29, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Knowledgeable and friendly staff, outstanding food, wonderful wine list, beautiful place.
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NanCK
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 21, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I'm so afraid to be honest abt this restaurant given ots my all x best French restaurant x 20 yrs . I often travel from south NJ n from NYC n from Conn to eat here. It is beyond the very best. Reluctant x yrs to review it for fear the reservations will overflow n I will have hard x booking such. Was there las wk for long lunch & the escargot did not disappt. Better than I've had in Paris or any other place in Europe. N pls do not miss the smoke maple old fashioned drink. Everything on menu there NEVER DISAPPOINTS!!
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OpenTable Diner
Poconos
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 21, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience, great food, very good service and the opportunity to interact with the students and ask about their experiences and plans for the future
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Appetizer was excellent!!!! most of the second course came out cold and too salty. Dessert was pretty but flavor or taste wise wasn’t impressed
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JoseT
New York Area
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food is Excellent and very friendly service.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food and service. Never, never disappoints.
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Elsass
Philadelphia
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The decor, ambiance, and service is high class. The cuisine is amazing and very enjoyable. The students do a great job and we realky enjoyed our experience!
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Lisa
New York Area
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was my first time trying out the food at CIA - which was an outstanding experience. I'll be back!
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OpenTableDiner
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience! From service to food, everything was outstanding!
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AngelaL
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was a great opportunity to try French cuisine. The meal included one choice each from an appetizer list, entree list and a dessert list. Each list offered several delicious choices. Wine/spirits and tea/coffee were extra. A crusty roll and small slice of whole grain type bread was served first with a softened medallion of sweet butter topped with a tiny mound of fluffy salt so you could mix it in with your dab of butter or not - so fresh and delicate yum. My endive salad with thin sliced pear, baby rainbow carrots, tiny cubed cheddar cheese and maple vinaigrette was so fresh and light and it left lots of room for my entree of Monk fish and shrimp dumplings with tiny potatoes and mushrooms in a delicious cream sauce (not heavy). None of the flavors of the elements of the dish overwhelmed the other so each bit of fish, dumpling and veggie tasted delicious and was cooked just right and oh my the cream sauce added extra flavor to each bite. My choice for dessert was a Rum Baba cake served with a side of rum and a side of whipped cream - oh my again - delicious. A small pot of fresh brewed hot tea (there were several teas to choose from) finished the meal. My reason for dining at the CIA was with a hope to experience some well prepared French cuisine and it certainly filled that hope. I am not a food critic or even a foodie but have eaten out often at many restaurants near our northern New Jersey region and very few have served food with as much care and attention to details like food fresheners/quality, flavor, cooking style and presentation. It was also a great learning experience for me and my husband. We really enjoyed asking the wait staff and servers about the our meal choices and its preparation. We were learning as well as the students who were serving and staffing the restaurant. The ambience was very pleasant in a bright, modern designed dining room with a casual vibe of diners talking with each other. There was no rushing through the meal either.
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JAYN
New York Area
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful all around! Impressive environment surrounded by motivated students. Highly recommend this experience….
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BrianaW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time there. Fantastic experience. Food and cocktails were amazing! Can’t wait to go back!
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Daniel
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Bocuse is unique dining experience. Highly recommended
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JERRYJ
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As a former graduate of 36 years ago, I was amazed and impressed by the growth and change of the school. The students seem more sophisticated and passionate than ever. The food was beyond superb and the service was friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive. The atmosphere was elegant and stylish without being fussy. These students are in VERY GOOD HANDS, and as a result, so was my luncheon party. Highest recommendation. Bravo!
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ClareD
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, beautiful presentation, lovely service.
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Raquel
New York Area
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We truly enjoyed celebrating our friend’s birthday @ The Bocuse yesterday. It was an awesome fine dining experience — with excellent customer service, wonderful CIA students esp Kwon, Pam, Cheyenne, very kind sorbet maker and birthday cake server, delicious 3 course pre-fixe w/ beautiful presentation, and cozy ambience of the restaurant. We can’t wait to return and celebrate more birthdays and special occasions at The Bocuse. Keep it up. Thank you!
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Didy
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It beat all our expectations -- even our fussiest member who usually grumbles about SOMETHING smiled all through the meal. The staff made us feel like we were the crowned heads of Europe. It was a great afternoon. Thank you!
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jodael
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous food, ambiance, location, and service! Love all the CIA restaurants, but this and American Bounty are the top two.
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MsDanita
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The experience was superb. The service, food, ambience and everything was spectacular. Our meal was cooked to perfection. Every server ensured all of our needs were met. I highly recommend.
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Allan
New York Area
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Overall, we enjoyed our meal at Bocuse. They were out of my first choices for appetizer and dessert. My oyster appetizer was very good. The monkfish entree was excellent with a very flavorful broth. The baba a rhum was tasty. My wife was pleased with her winter salad, pork entree and the same dessert as I chose. Two negatives. The lighting was quite harsh and unflattering. The noise level in the restaurant was quite high. Granted, every table was filled when we arrived for our 8:15 dining time. Closer to the time we left much of the restaurant was cleared out, tables unoccupied and the noise level was then acceptable. The restaurant should consider warmer lighting that doesn’t hurt the eyes. Additionally, Bocuse should invest in some noise dampening features as it has been consistently loud each time we have dined there.
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Aval80
Philadelphia
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What an amazing meal! We visiting the CIA over three days and ate at each of the restaurants - to us, this one had the best food, service and overall experience. We were lucky enough to be seated (by chance) right next to the window into the kitchen, which was like getting a show with dinner --very fun to watch (not how stressed they were though, but just catching a glimpse of everything involved). Every single thing about dinner was fantastic - from the rolls and butter with fleur de sel, to the appetizers, entrees, and desserts. The dinner service is a fixed price for 3 courses, we thought it was an excellent value for what you get. My entree was the beef filet with bernaise - to die for. Special shout out to our amazing server - I can't recall her name, but she was so friendly, warm and gave us such professional service.
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TomG
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Terrific dinner. Restaurant is beautiful. Staff was friendly, attentive, explained the menu well. Food was delish. Great value for price fixe dinner. Excellent cocktails. Definitely will return. Thanks.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Always enjoy the students and the food. Difficult to find way around campus in the dark for first time visit.
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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

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America is rated 4.8 stars by 4051 OpenTable diners.

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

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 11, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 21 times today

Google Map for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

1946 Campus Drive, Hyde Park, NY 12538

Additional information

Cross street
Route 9
Neighborhood
Hyde Park
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–1:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bocuserestaurant.com/
Phone number
(845) 471-6608
Private party facilities
Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America can accommodate all your special event needs.
Private party contact
Private Dining Coordinator: (845) 451-1012

The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

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Additional information

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What 4,051 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

How is The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America restaurant rated?

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