Fellow, weary travelers, if you’re visiting New York and you’re on your way to the Met and you’re having a hard day walk 10 minutes over to this space and have yourself a wonderful rosé and experience some very friendly people. I’ve had a difficult family trip and these guys patched me up with some protein some nice rosé and we’re very warm and comforting. I really needed this experience. Thank you so much!

Great dinner! Delicious food, friendly staff, and a lovely atmosphere. Highly recommend!

Absolutely excellent quality food. The spinach omelette was delicious and our brunch came with a complimentary drink. It may seem pricey, but it was definitely worth what we paid.

We went the day before mother's day and it was still packed. Even so, the service was great, the food was great. Only small issue... A little noisy... But I'll be back.

I loved this wine bar! The happy hour specials made my day. I needed nothing more than a $7 glass of wine after my full day of traipsing around the city. The Sauvignon blanc was delightful. The avocado, corn, tomato and arugula appetizer called the Bocado Avocado was amazing. It was a very cozy bar where I could rest my feet and study a little. My waiter (Gustavo?) was very attentive and kind.

I like coming here before visiting the museums on 5ave. Delicious breakfast. I ordered their French toast with bacon and eggs. I was nervous on how much fruit my French toast would have because there pictures here where the fruits seems skimped, but Everything came out great. Service was great. You get a free beverage with a breakfast meal. Will be coming back!

Great Cesar salad , the croutons were amazing . Finished every last last bite of the big bowl of penne vodka with lots of parm on top !

Amazing restaurant!!! Great and comfortable atmosphere, love the interior design! Really welcoming staff and delicious food too! Really enjoyed our time here and definitely recommend!!

+6

Bocado restaurant offers an outstanding culinary experience, skillfully blending American, European, and Mexican styles. The food is exceptional, not overly greasy, yet bursting with flavor. The service is excellent, contributing to a pleasant and memorable dining experience.

Great food, atmosphere, and location. Haven't been for a full meal yet, just a couple times for quick bites, but everything was very promising.

Came here for a quick bite after my doctor appointment during lunch and it was great. I don't normally write reviews especially for lunch but the chicken Alfredo was so fresh and delicious. I also had a glass of white sangria and the prosciutto and fig Flatbread. Big portion nut also great. I'll come back for the dinner menu. Service was soild and everyone had a smile.

I loved it. Went here with DJ Steve for lunch. Had the crab cake sandwich with fries and mayo and were delicious. Was served with a spicy sauce in the side I liked too. Not a fan of spicy usually. Had a beautiful cappuccino. Bill was reasonable. Instagram: @holycityhost

Stopped here after a dance class. Loved the food and atmosphere. You have to try the truffle fries! The servers were genuinely nice. Definitely going back!

The food and service in Bocado are hands-down excellent and top-notch. My family and I were treated really well during Christmas Eve dinner even if we did not have a prior reservation. It is now our go-to dining spot in New York City!

So I’m always complaining my husband doesn’t take me out so we had an appointment in the area today and we both was like let’s go somewhere to eat and live a little. This place just so happen to be right across the street. So we got seated. Im not sure if we are the type of usuals that come there but ok I guess. When the food came out OMG yalllll it was soooooo gooodddd. I will definitely recommend this place. I’m glad our waitress didn’t have that judgmental type of energy and she was nice. I want to give a big thanks to her she really made my day.

Excellent service, the manager Jose is very very pleasant and helpful, Lu is so attentive and quick. Will definitely go back there. Food is so good went there for brunch with my family and enjoyed it we had great experience.

Bocado and the staff are wonderful! The menu, the food, vino selection and the service is outstanding!

+6

We were delighted with everything! Our server was attentive. The beers were refreshing and our choices for lunch were delicious. The bocado avocado is something I would definitely order again and the lamb burger was perfect! We shared a cheesecake for dessert and it was everything we were hoping for.

Came here for breakfast because of the good reviews and how close it is to The Met. Huge delicious plates of food. Delicious cappuccino/latte. Definitely recommended!

Very clean place with quick service. We went around 12:00 during the week and there was no wait and barely anyone there. The staff is very quick to take your order when you’re ready. The food here is a good portion for the price and the taste is great. I would recommend going here but if you’re a picky eater maybe check the menu first (they have great fries though).

+5

Amazing food and service! 10/10 highly recommend! Definitely will be back

Picked this spot for a quick drink before my movie and decided to return for dinner later afterwards. The staff was so friendly and attentive, the decor was very cute and homey. The wine selection was interesting, the Bordeaux stole my taste buds. The food was excellent with perfect portions for dine in and take home additional. I will definitely be returning to this unassuming gem 💎

Loved everything about this place! The wait staff was super friendly and the food was absolutely delicious. What a great find on our walk around the upper East side. I highly recommend you stopping in for a meal.

+6

Very chic little restaurant! Got the Bocado burger, which was as huge as it was delicious. Great vibes - the little lights everywhere added a whimsical flare to our meal. Avocado on the burger was perfectly ripe, and the fries were delicious as well.

This is a beautiful restaurant. I sat at the bar and had the full attention of so many wine bottles. I ordered the Baby rocket Arugula salad and it was incredible. The grilled chicken was absolute perfection tender juicy. I also ordered Fried Calamari the appetizer and the meat nestled inside was so delicate and tender that it basically melted in my mouth. Yay! I had to stop myself from inhaling it and asking for more. it's a perfect portion, I was full without being stuffed. It seems the staff helps each other out in a manner that is pleasant and kind. Thanks to my server, Phillip. Definitely will come back and recommend to my friends.

I’ve walked by Bacado’s restaurant many times in route to the 92nd Street Y and it’s always busy. It’s an unusual restaurant since it’s open from 8:30 am til 10pm . I went there for breakfast and actually walked in a few minutes before they opened and the interior with a beautiful bar seems more appealing for lunch or dinner but i had an excellent breakfast: poached eggs on avocado toast with a salad and a latte. I am looking forward to many more meals here! The service was excellent and soon after i arrived, the restaurant began to fill up with customers!

The service is incredible here! The staff really care about your dining experience. The waiter was so attentive and the food was delicious. I was headed to the Met and needed to grab something to eat— so glad I gave Bocado a try!

Their salads and they were very refreshing and tasty. The spinach linguini was also delicious. Everything was good at this place and we were glad we walked by this restaurant and found it.

Had an excellent lunch here. The staff was very attentive and managed to squeeze us in without a reservation. Food was delicious, complementary mimosas for Saturday Brunch were a nice touch 🥂

Decent brunch which includes free mimosa, coffee or OJ. I enjoyed the chicken halloumi sandwich. The lights were nice decor around the bar were pretty

Really quick service. Didn't feel rushed at all. The service was impeccable and the food was great. Great little place to visit if you want a nice lunch. Plus it comes with a complimentary drink

Had a party of 9 they accomadated us with no problem. We were in for brunch had our drinks and ordered our food. Only took a few minutes for our food to arrive. The food was plentiful and delicious. The waitress was a master of her game. Totally professional and had a great heart. If I am ever back will most definitely dine there again.

+6

Great food! The ambience was nice for breakfast, not too loud but still friendly atmosphere. Staff was great and the food was delicious.

Great food… excellent service ….. very cozy Very happy with everything 😊

This place is a fantastic brunch spot on the UES! 🍽️ Bocado offers a fantastic selection of breakfast food 🍳, salads 🥗, pancakes 🥞, and more! Definitely try the Nutella 🌰 Crepe and Avocado 🥑 and Poached Eggs🥚 with Sourdough Bread! 🍞 Weekend brunch orders come with complimentary mimosas 🥂, fresh juice 🧃, or coffee! ☕ Staff 👨‍🍳 is friendly and professional and service is quick! I wish I knew about this place earlier!

+4

Really enjoyed the soft ambiance and the friendly service here. It’s such a cozy, romantic spot to come enjoy a glass of wine and some appetizers. Very impressive wine list! The prices are a bit steep for the dishes offered, but delicious nonetheless. Also: don’t miss out on their delicious bread that they serve before the meal - the buns in particular were so fresh and memorable.

went here during the holiday season it looks unassuming from the outside once we got inside it was very festive. You were seated rather quickly. There’s lots of seating and even a bar area. We went on the weekend so there was a brunch special. Our server was amazing attentive without being annoying. The burger was great, and the wine was good. Also, lots of good dishes to choose from. Definitely want to go back. I feel like it’s a hidden gem. More people should come here.

+6

Mia Heck Briones

Amazing food! The gnocchi was the best I had in years and the veggie burger was so good too. They give complementary juice, mimosa, Bellini or coffee during brunch hours. They gave us the food very fast and although it’s not the cheapest place it’s worth every dollar

Vickie B

1st time at Bocado for breakfast and definitely will return. Food was great and you will be stuffed.

Maja Kurek

C.J is the best waiter that have ever served me and my friends!!! He is super kind and professional! He made this restaurant super special in the most positive way. I think he loves his work and all of our friend could see this!! I would for sure recommend him to you!! I have never met better waiter. Food was also super delicious. The waiter was taking care of us all the time and he was making sure if we feel great

Zoe Yang

It’s such a surprise they will give you a mimosa for free if you buy any brunch there! Really cozy atmosphere too!

Stinson Parks III

Stopped in after an evening at the Guggenheim not too far away and were automatically greeted by such a warm and welcoming host. We were promptly served our pitcher of red sangria by our attentive server as he guided us through our selections of delicious bites including the Bocado fries, sea scallops, and flatbread with prosciutto.

MD Networking Negócios e Consultoria

Cozy place with good service and friendly people. The food is excellent and the price is fair, here you can eat a good Tiramisu and drink a homemade beer.

+1

Kiara Marie

Found this place randomly after a night at the museum. The service was so quick despite how busy it was. The wine was refreshing and the food was flavorful! Loved the little outdoor seating. Will definitely be back to try their pasta, it smelt sooooo good!

janae metz

Oh my god, the food was so good here!! The service was def not the best, as we had to ask for bread, and had to ask for check after quite a bit, and then still wait a bit more. But I will most def be returning as my meal was heavenly!! Portions are big too!

Andrea Garcia

Great food and service. We had a burger and a turkey sandwich. Both were really good! The portion size was also large and both plates came with fries. The sandwich was delicious. My favorite. Thanks for everything.

Kathy Condon

Delightful meal with a friend. She chose salmon, and I chose to have the fixed menu meal...Caesar Salad, rosemary chicken, and tiamusui were perfection. Intimate setting, yet you feel like you have privacy. Loved it.

L Nias

Service was stellar. Clean bathrooms. We had a reservation for a large party we were seated and served quickly. Everyone enjoyed their meal and the lunch prefix really hit the spot. Truffle feta fries were a hit as well as the calamari. Fresh ingredients used for veggie burgers. We blindly chose this restaurant because of proximity to MET. I will definitely return and recommend others.

Carly Pisarri

Went on a Sunday for early brunch. The food was phenomenal. Burger was messy and great - the raw onions could have been excluded. My cousin said the waffle was maybe the best she has ever had. A good outside crunch w a very soft interior. The latte was very frothy and full of flavor. The mimosa w fresh squeezed orange juice was superior. I would DEF come back.

+7

Visiting our daughter in the City and she picked this place near her apartment. Very pricey, but it seems like that's the trend these days. Food was excellent, with a menu that offered a nice variety. Service was adequate. 4 people, we all enjoyed our lunches. We had one appetizer we shared, I had a beer, and the other three had 2 glasses of champagne each, 1 dessert. $265 including tip.

Got the pancakes and the classic eggs Benedict for breakfast and a Bellini and mimosa as our respective complimentary drinks. Great prices for food, really pretty restaurant. Would come back.

Bocado Cafe offers an excellent array of coffees, teas, and alcoholic drinks. The Cremini Mushroom flatbread was alright, not quite the best. The Bacon & Egg flatbread pizza, on the other hand, was an absolute fantastic dish! The bacon was sliced generously, and the egg + hollandaise sauce was amazing as a combination. Finally, for dessert we had the salted caramel chocolate souffle which was delicious, albeit incredibly sweet. The ambiance was slightly claustrophobic and due to the space, indoor dining was quite loud during lunch hours. Staff were kind and attentive.

Small bar area, comfortable for a single gal. Varied wine selection with a regular happy hour. Now, with outdoor seating, Phase 4 , lovely evening. Great, kind service. Loved it!

Stopped by here for dinner - I’ve always passed by, but have never actually eaten here until now. Overall, had a lovely experience. Our server was pretty friendly, and the outdoor dining ambiance is cozy and quiet - perfect for dining with a friend or coming here for a date. For appetizers, we ordered the truffle fries to start which were pretty good. Not the best truffle fries I’ve ever had but they were definitely flavorful and were generous on the portion size (perfect for splitting). Drinks wise, we ordered one of their cider beers, a Rossini (sparkling wine + strawberries) and a Bellini. I’ve never had a Rossini before but it was a little strange haha, I definitely preferred the Bellini and would recommend that instead. For our meals, we ordered the bolognese and the fusilli primavera. Both were very tasty, the pasta was cooked well for both. Sometimes primavera can be on the blander side but this one had a lot of flavors, a little salty maybe because of the capers, but still very enjoyable. Would recommend if you’re looking for a causal night out for dinner!

The burger looked good ... Brussels started were quite good Wouldn't go back for steak or cheesecake or ice cream

Had breakfast. Scrambled eggs were perfect and seasoned nicely. Home fries overcooked. Atmosphere very nice. Comfortable surroundings.

Fun atmosphere, our delicious dinners were prepared perfectly and our waiter was super friendly.

+3

Nice place to have a quick bite. Good service and pleasant atmosphere. Will come back

I came here today with a two of my girlies and the food was amazing. The wait for the food was worth it, but it definitely took a lot longer than expected. I ordered the steak Benedict, my two friends ordered the bocado burgers. Their home fries were delicious and well seasoned/cooked. The steak was cooked a little more tougher than medium rare but it was still yummy nonetheless. The poached eggs on my Benedict were a bit over cooked but I didn’t mind it too much. I drenched it all in Tabasco hot sauce anyways so it all just tasted amazing and I was starving. Their Bellinis are tasty and it was nice that they did a complimentary drink (tea, coffee, mimosa, Bellini) with the purchase of an entree. Their menu is more of a lunchy than breakfast vibes but they have a large variety of egg dishes and multiple burgers/sandwich options and pasta (!) to order from. We were also able to pay with 3 separate cards, which is a major plus for large groups! ⭐️Overall: 8.1 ⭐️ Great family friendly environment with good music as well!

On Sundays, they have complementary breakfast cocktails (mimosa, rossini or bellini). The lamb burger was delicious but the fries that came with it seemed doubled fried. Staff were super friendly.

I really appreciated their hospitality in serving me and providing me with warm water. The food tasted good. I think the bread quality could be way better. I was so hungry as I walked into the restaurant. I actually walked in because I could not find any other place to buy food. I saw google images of dishes they have and wanted to try due to my hunger. Alhamdulillah.

Really delicious lunch at Bocado! It was our first time there and we were impressed!! The service was excellent and I liked that they brought the credit card machine to the table. Our party of 7 all enjoyed our meals! I highly recommend the Baby Rocket Arula Salad!! Yum!!!

My friends and I stumbled upon this place after an event uptown. We were pleasantly surprised with the attentive service, decent prices and generous portions. If you are considering a side order of breakfast sausages, I would recommend sharing. We definitely thought we were only getting a couple links per side order. A beverage was also included in the price of our brunch entree, so the value is definitely there!

Bocado Cafe is an affordable upscale culinary institution. Perfect for Sunday brunch, especially prices. The food literally melted down into our mouths and they offer you a free first drink - coffee or mimosa. This installation is ergonomically comfortable. We like the incandescent bulbs scattered around the premises. The service has been phenomenal and we shall return.

+6

Came here for brunch and ordered the Quesadilla Benedict. the food was okay. I'm not sure I'm a fan of the Quesadilla variant of the classic. What I loved the most was the complimentary mimosa with brunch! The service was also very nice. I will be coming back to try something else from their brunch menu.

Sunday brunch day found this via Open Table and made a reservation for the bar. Arrived on time for the reservation and there were a couple seats at the bar, and cleared out quickly after my arrival so I became the only one. The staff was very polite and attentive. I ordered the French toast along with a glass of wine. French toast didn't need any syrup as the toppings were perfect. The side of bacon helped even out the sweetness. I'd come back to try other items on the menu and perhaps another time outside of brunch.

I went to Bocado for dinner before attending Shakespeare on the park later that night. Bocado was not my initial restaurant of choice, but finding that one full I remembered this was nearby. I am so glad I did! The food was phenomenal! I had the grilled steak with fingerling potatoes and asparagus. Everything was cooked to perfection. This might have been the best steak I’ve had in months. The service was OK. And if the weight staff had been a bit more attentive to the diminishing level of my drink, this restaurant easily could have gotten a full 5-stars. As it turned out, this meal was the best part of the evening, because the performance of Shakespeare was sadly disappointing.

Randomly walked into this place on a Saturday night and so glad we did- it was a lovely place with a lovely atmosphere! It isn't obnoxious with 500 TVs blaring in your face, and the servers are very attentive. I believe it's only wine and beer at the bar, but it's a good place if you just want to chat with friends and catch up :) They have a decent selection of food as well- I was very satisfied with the pesto rigatoni

Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Reasonably priced, very clean. You can feel the vibrations from the subway. Hi Lenny of outdoor and indoor seating. We went around 5pm on Wednesday and it wasn’t crowded so we were able to enjoy our lattes and have a chat without any struggle. The lava cake with ice cream was amazing. Staff was friendly.

Very huge portions of breakfast. it’s delicious as well: ordered steak and eggs and it didn’t disappoint. Service was awesome.

Solid brunch spot with some international flair like halloumi and croque madame sandwiches. Great staff, and cozy interior. Affordable for NY

Rachel Lubin

Beautiful bistro type establishment on the upper east side. The staff were all incredibly friendly and attentive, and the food was delicious. The brunch does come with a complimentary drink (coffee, juice, mimosa, Bellini, or Rossini), but when I ordered the coffee iced, it tasted more like cold brew than iced coffee. The pancakes are very filling!!

+1

RIYA PAREKH

I enjoyed my time here! The place was full house, on a Sunday during lunch time. I had a veggie burger with salad on the side. Usually side salads are bland lettuce but this one was a level up. The veggie patty was lentil based & it was soft, tasted pretty good. They had complimentary drinks on the house too. We walked in but making a reservation couldn't hurt.

Margaret Honan

Service was excellent. Our flatbread was ok but not as "flavorful" as I'd hoped. It was a bit loud because everyone is seated on top of each other. But overall a great vibe.

Ana Sanabria

After work dinner and drinkns. Service is incredible. The food..so tasty. I had the fried fish sandwich with mango salsa. Sooo yummy....I would definitely come back

Olivia

Went for Sunday brunch - group of 4. Reserved table beforehand, no wait. Brunch comes with a drink - Bellini, mimosa, orange juice, or coffee. OJ tasted fresh, pulp which I like. We spent about $35 pp. Felt on the pricier side especially waffles, pancakes for $25-27 which we did not opt for. Still, would return as a special outing with friends for good food at a convenient location with good ambiance. Pictured: crab cake burger, omelettes, eggs Benedict.

Bradley C

Today we ordered a dinner set, mussels, and steak and Frites. The bread was average. The mussels had good flavor, but a bit too salty. In addition, the mussels are too tiny, see photo 5. The dinner set we choose Caesar salad, Bocado burger, and Tiramisu. Everything was pretty good. The salad dressing was very nice and not overpowering. The burger patty was thick and juicy, and they were very generous with the avocado slices and cheese. The steak and frites were very good. The steak was well seasoned and very tender. The frites were nice crispy and thick. I was able to taste the slightly sweetness of the potatoes. The roasted carrots were nice, too. Tiramisu was very delicious. Overall, it was a nice meal, but spent more money than I expected.

+5

Was a bit underwhelmed with my visit to Bocado. Since it always seems busy I decided to pop in and try it. We got the burger and the flatbread. The flatbread did not have much taste which was upsetting since it looked really good. The burger was pretty good however it could have been bigger. Service was slow. 3 stars.

Although the food was good, the brunch deal was definitely lacking (you get 1 mimosa glass included with a dish) and definitely not bottomless. I would want to sit inside next time to experience the atmosphere more, as the outside seating was not very pleasant either. Would not go back for brunch

First, the service is great and attentive. I liked my lamb burger a lot, and it was cooked exactly to my preference. The seafood linguine was very, very generous, but the noodles were over cooked. Unfortunately, with just two entrees, we were at $77 total. The value is not there…

Met our uncle here for brunch today. It was very loud to the degree that we had to shout to communicate. Busy but lots of tables free. I understand it's hard to find help but service was seriously lacking. They would bring water to the table next to us but not fill ours. We ordered coffee, it came 15min after other drinks arrived. 2 of 3 meals arrived a full 5 minutes before the 3rd one came. It's clear from the eggs benedict that they're using medium sized eggs. Tasty but really nothing special, server never came back. Overall, kind of lacking.

Service and ambience are good, food just okay. A bit overpriced, but I presume that’s the way of big cities. Three people, two apps, three entrees plus three drinks $178.

Nothing to brag about. Decent food in a nice ambiance. We came here for brunch. Service was good, fast, and friendly. My steak was undercooked! I will try them during the week.

I recently visited a bustling brunch spot, and while the ambiance was lively, but it gets really busy so I would suggest making reservations early on. Service: The service at this establishment was prompt for the most part. Our coffees and water were refilled without having to ask, which was appreciated. However, I found it off-putting when the waiter asked if we wanted the check while we were still enjoying our food. It felt a bit rushed and could have been handled more tactfully. Food: The food had its ups and downs. The French toast, served with maple syrup on the side, was satisfying and met expectations. However, the avocado toast with poached eggs fell short. It lacked seasoning, leaving it bland and unremarkable. Additionally, the side salad accompanying the dish was uninspired, lacking flavor and freshness. Overall, while the ambiance and some aspects of the service were enjoyable, the inconsistency in the food quality detracted from the overall experience.

Nothing really exceptional about this place……. Food was very average, ordered a Angus burger (medium), it was kinda burnt (unless that’s their style of medium, the fries were so so cold, the service can’t say much, our food took really long to come on the table.

+6

Gaby Ortiz

Definitely not our favorite place… the Food took 20 minutes to arrive and the place was empty. The salmon omelette was the best of everything we ordered. The portions are huge!

Slow service for breakfast. Food wasn’t presented well and tasted just alright. Coffee was ok. Wouldn’t go back because it just wasn’t that great. Hope this helps!

+3

Rafael Santos

Food 3/5 Bland. I understand that omelettes are supposed to be a certain way and I give a pass for me having to add salt but there was literally no flavor or other seasonings. I am unsure if this is some purist mentality for omelettes but I am not for it, and for $25 I was shocked by the lack of flavor. Only thing that my food had going for it was the dressing for my arugula salad and the toast with butter Service was good but felt like I was being rushed out the door when already standing putting on my coat. I’m going to start implementing a rule because a trend I have noticed with more expensive restaurants is the food is more lackluster. My theory is that restaurants that can afford to set lower prices for food is because their food is good, popular, and able to compensate with high volume and sales to make up for lower price.

I attended a family gathering on this 2025 Thanksgiving Day, I gathered to have dinner with 10 members of my family and I was very disappointed and embarrassed since 2 of them came from Florida. I ate from the thanksgiving menu, the Butternut Squach soup was Luke warm so I sent it back to get heated. It was sweet so I didn’t eat it all. The entree appearance was messy, the carrots were wilted, the Turkey was dry and it tasted gamey. The mash potatoes were cold and dry and the bread putting was, never mind. I ordered apple pie and Ice cream and you ran out so we’re stuck with another choice that also ran out! I had to pay $70.00 and lowest gratuity however it wasn’t the waiters fault! I would like a full refund back! I still am Very disappointed! I would like my money back!!!

I’ve been to Bocado before and had a decent experience—the food was mediocre, but the ambiance and setup are cozy and inviting. This visit, however, was disappointing. We were seated right in the middle of the restaurant, and when we politely asked to move, the host was not accommodating. Instead of addressing it personally, she sent the server to say all the tables were booked, even though there were clearly plenty of empty tables. Frustrated, we decided to leave. Later, while passing by another spot, we noticed that Bocado still had open tables—very disappointing. Hopefully, they can improve their seating and customer service.