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Bocado Cafe, New York, NY

Bocado Cafe

4.6
4.6
1320 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for brunch
  • Lively
Wine Bar & Restaurant
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 8:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 8:30 am–10:30 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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • 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

What 1,320 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bocado Cafe is a charming Upper East Side gem with a "fun vibe" and "yummy food." Guests enjoy "excellent food" and "wonderful service" in a "cute and cozy" atmosphere. With its "extensive menu" and "reasonable prices," it's perfect for brunch or lunch, offering "large portions" and a "great neighborhood" feel.

1,320 Reviews
  1. Lionel

    VIP

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good place for lunch on the upper east side! Food was very nice and so was the service -

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  2. Melissa

    New York City

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    The servers are very nice. It is always unpleasantly loud and the coffee is not good. The food is just okay. We were going to the Guggenheim and it was the only place close by but I would not go there otherwise

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  3. Melanie

    VIP

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent - burger was fantastic, chicken paillard also excellent!

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  4. Paul

    Greater Boston

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely meal all around. Service was prompt and friendly. Atmosphere/decor was pleasant. Nice energy inside, but not overpowering or disturbing. Food was lovely.

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  5. Peter

    New York City

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on January 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great neighbor establishment. Superior service. Diverse and well executed menu.

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  6. Nancy

    VIP

    Sacramento

    100 reviews

    5.0

    100 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great brunch vibe. Food was excellent. We enjoyed the French toast and Huevos Racheros (very generous w the guacamole). Service good but a tad slow bringing the check. Good value overall! We will be back.

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  7. Geri

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a beautiful night celebrating our sond birthday

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  8. Clare

    VIP

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a great lunch! Everything was delicious, service was excellent, and the location is fantastic.

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  9. Kellie

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing! Would definitely go back here.

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  10. elissa

    New York City

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great upper east side spot. Fun vibe. Good value. Yummy food!

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FAQs

Bocado Cafe is rated 4.6 stars by 1320 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
Google Map for Bocado Cafe

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–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 8:30 am–10:30 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
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