Came here on a fluke when trying to go to a bar near by that was closed during my layover in Dallas. Showed up and it was clear I was the only person that couldn't speak fluent Spanish in the bar which is a huge plus as I knew the food and drinks were going to be incredible!! There was a party of 5-6 people dancing the night away on a Monday having a great time in the side room!! The ambiance was impeccable with a large LED TV screen in the side room and I was served almost immediately with food and drinks. The chips and salsa were to die for and I ordered the flank steak tacos - which were great but my only change would have been less cheese on the tortilla. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in East Dallas read more

Bocado - Central Bar - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Came here for my wife's brunch party for her birthday. She booked a big table for the outside, but it was way too hot. The ceiling for the patio is what caused the heat to be more intense. I think they need to fix that we moved inside so we weren't part of the party and the patio with the DJ and mariachi, but we were close enough so now for the food I will not get the food again overly priced for mediocre food it was fun, but I don't know if I would go again unless we go just to drink and with the same group we went with! read more

Bocado - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Went here for brunch on Sunday and sat outside in the covered patio area. It was very vibey and we didn't wait for a table! Also, really enjoyed the food! They bring the most delicious salsas to the table. The guac was good. We loved everything we ordered. The divorced eggs were very good with beans that were amazing! Loved the chilaquiles, although the amount of meat was lighter than we hoped. Good service! The Bloody Mary and espresso martini were amazing! We will be back here for brunch. read more

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Came on a Saturday night, we had a reservation and were seated on time. Service was slow even though the restaurant was empty. The entire table ordered tacos and we waited an hour for them. One of the tacos had a long hair in it. For the price of the food and service, would not recommend. read more

Bocado - Taco Tron Chorizo - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Came for brunch on a Saturday for a friend's birthday. Overall consensus from group was that it may be a spot for drinks, but not for food. Pros: decor, music, cocktails (according to friends), and chips and salsa Cons: limited gluten free options at brunch, severely overpriced for portion size ($19 for guacamole and chicharrones -- you get 7 of them for that price and they charge $3 for extra), the waitstaff had limited knowledge of menu and what an item actually was (for example I was told a dessert was a cheesecake, then a cake, then a bread pudding (mind you the menu mentions none of these items in the description)), and there are only two tables but the service was quite slow. read more

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Bocado saved our night!!!! We had the most phenomenal meals (steak was amazing, sides were impecable, cocktails were AMAZEBALLS) - celebrating our bride to be! The staff (especially Natalie) made our night so special and memorable! I will be back here soon for a special date night with my husband - we live 40+ miles away - but this place is absolutely worth the drive!!!!! read more

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Amazing service & amazing food! I'm so excited there is a fun restaurant with awesome food and service. The tacos were so flavorful and tender. The drinks were absolutely superb! Perfect for girls day. Wish you guys much success read more

Bocado - Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Great place for cocktails! We didn't get to try the food but we got the sandia spritz ($13) and the espuma pasión ($14). The bartender made us an extra free sandia spritz so the service was so nice! The inside has a dim intimate vibe to it. Would be a great place for a date night or small group outing. read more

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Ambiente alegre Comida ok. Muy pequeñas porciones y costoso . Tienden, mariachi y banda los domingos, y los meseros son súper divertidos read more

Fun, lively atmosphere and great food. Good drinks and service as well. I'd go back.

This restaurant was recommended by one of my best friends and I am so happy I had the opportunity to check it out. They have complimentary valet which is efficient and convenient. The chips they bring out to you are delicious!! So good! Drinks and food are mouthwatering as well. read more

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This place was tremendous. Beautiful interior and we were seated immediately. Service was very friendly and attentive. I had the three tacos on their happy hour menu...each one was better than the last. Three salsas as well to try. Excellent all around. Don't sleep on this one, Dallas! read more

Bocado - Happy hour tacos - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

I found it very disrespectful that they told us they didn't have tables available at the patio, but tables were opened for aeast 1-2hours. Couldn't enjoy the event due to that. read more

I tried this place for brunch yesterday, and it completely exceeded my expectations! The service was outstanding--staff were constantly checking in, making sure everything was perfect, and even refilling bottles for you without needing to ask! Now, the food--truly top tier! Every dish was packed with flavor, and you can really taste the effort they put into preserving authentic, traditional flavors. To top it all off, there was a lively mariachi band that interacted with guests, adding so much energy and fun to the experience.Easily a 10/10. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Bocado - Try the Chilaquiles & French Toast! - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Finally got to try this place! They've done a great job at redecorating the space, but it was a bit empty for a Thursday night, which resulted in our waitress being a little too attentive. I really enjoyed the sangria and the food was pretty tasty. The taco capricho were probably my favorite from what we tried. We also got the sea bass tacos which were slightly disappointing. The colbrus was good, the sauce complimented the Brussel sprouts well and was very savory. I liked the other dishes, but what bothered me was that in every dish, the meat portion is little baby chunks, which is hidden in a bunch of fluffy veggies. I would've preferred larger pieces of meat that I didn't have to go fishing for in the dish. read more

Bocado - Taco capricho, Colbrus, chicharron, pork belly - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Food is okay, nothing I would ever go back for. Margaritas were good expect it took 25 minutes to get a frozen margarita which is absurd! The service was awful! I had called a month prior to book for a large party that way the restaurant could accommodate but they lack efficiency and service. I asked for water 5 times and I wish I was lying and it wasn't until I asked for the manager that they brought water. Don't waste your money here it's not worth it. read more

Bocado - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Unbelievable! From the first moment we walked in the door, the service, ambience, service, friendly waitstaff, drinks and food were outstanding! Even the homemade chips snd sauces were addicting! This has become our new favorite spot and the Bathed Steak was one of the best meals ever! We will be back! read more

Amazing service and great food/drinks! Definitely recommend for date night. If you're a fan of mezcal get the Apasionada! read more

Bocado - Apasionada - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

We (the wife, kid and I) went here for lunch on Cinco de Mayo. The wife had sent me a text about this place on Ross that makes authentic Mexican, not Tex-Mex. I was interested. Parking around this place is tough. There might be valet but I did not use it. We found street parking during an off hour. As we were approaching the restaurant, some place was incredibly loud and I said to the wife "I hope that noise is not from the restaurant." We got to the door and were basically blasted backwards by the sounds. It was as loud as a nightclub or even a concert. It was about 3 pm. I approached the hostess and asked (shouted) if there was a quiet place we could eat. She said (shouted) no. By this time the kid was crying and wanted to leave. So, we did not get to try the food. I cannot comment on the food. All I can say is that if you want a place to eat and have a conversation, this is not it. It might be a great place to party and dance, maybe drink and have a bite. read more

Food and service can be hit or miss. I've worked in hospitality/customer service most of my life so I tend to be gracious, but it really isn't worth returning to for us. read more

I visited this restaurant for the first time with friends for the love island watch party that was being promoted on their IG page. I ordered the NY steak ($38) with fries & a Paloma negra. I was very disappointed on the quality of the food , service & cocktails. The Steak was grey & did not come with fries as listed on the menu, instead the steak was sitting on top of fried French onions also the steak sauce was not good at all. The Paloma negra was very bitter and I choose not to drink it. I did return the steak and ordered 3 tacos arrlon and it was okay. I will not be visiting this restaurant again. The waitress kept apologizing because she took 30 + mins to bring out our cocktails and mentioned she did not expect it to be this busy even though their IG was promoting a watch party. read more

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Celebrated my birthday here and it was such a great experience! The brunch was so good! Anthony was our waiter and was so attentive and polite. The mariachi played for an hour and had a great show. I'll definitely be coming back and highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a great time. read more

TL;DR: for their first time serving brunch, it was a nice meal with some areas to improve on. With time, I could see it becoming a regular spot for me! I'd been meaning to try Bocado after Dahlia closed down. We came in with brunch reservations not realizing it was actually their first day offering brunch! We got lucky with street parking on Hall, but they also have valet. Ambience: there was a big group having a baby shower, so it was a little hectic with kids and families, but not a big deal. Otherwise, it was clean with dark decor. Service: our server Manuela, along with the rest of the staff, went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of. There did seem to be some miscommunication throughout the meal, like multiple servers checking in if we'd ordered or bringing extra salsa. But I know they were figuring things out, so the mild confusion wasn't a major concern. Drinks: - La coqueta: rum, pineapple, orange, and coconut. Very tasty and sweet, to the point where I couldn't really tell if it had alcohol... but good nonetheless. - Margarita: just from their regular menu. Definitely a solid marg! Food: - Tortita ahogada: loved the flavors of the dish, but it wasn't warm (again, maybe from it being their first day of brunch). FYI portion size is on the smaller side. - Chilaquiles verdes: although tasty, my partner wished it had more salsa and more spice. They ended up bringing a different orange salsa which definitely helped. Value: prices were mid-range - for Mexican breakfast/brunch, it's not the cheapest but also not too expensive. Overall, we still had an enjoyable meal with great service. I would return, but maybe after giving them some more time to nail out all the details and find their groove. read more

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This place is amazing! The customer service was good and they are dog friendly! We went for brunch on a Sunday and ordered the tacos, chilaquiles, and some drinks. Everything was delicious and pretty authentic tasting. They also treated our pets really well! They got water and some snacks. Wasn't overly loud and we had a great experience. Will definitely be back! read more

Bocado - Patio - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Nice Latin vibe, drinks need to be a little stronger but love the location of the bar

Me and my boyfriend came here for a Valentine's Day dinner. Bocado had a four course pre set dinner menu which was lovely. When we walked in we were both handed a glass of champagne which was a nice touch. This spot has only been open for a month so I was very impressed with how they managed to pull off a holiday meal. The food was all great! I have no complaints there. The restaurants decor was very nice, I wish some of the lights were dimmed a bit more to really create an even more romantic atmosphere but that's me being super critical. I am excited to see how this spot does as they continue to get more experience! read more

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Came here right when they officially opened (~ 1 month) on a Friday evening around 6:30 PM. We live across the street, so we just walked over. The place was empty & we were seated immediately. The staff was on top of it & we were greeted right away. A coat hanger was brought over & our coats hung up by the staff. They also placed our napkins on our laps for us. Our server, Micah, was very informative & gave his recommendations for each of the categories. Despite us being the only ones for a while, we didn't feel like our server hovered. Service still continued to be excellent even after other people arrived - Waters were filler right away, dirty plates were removed right away. Probably one of the best service I've had at a restaurant in a while. Table chips are sliced into thin strips slightly less than an inch wide. Chips are on the slightly thicker side and have a nice crunch. Table salsa consists of three types: habenero, molé, and salsa verde, all of which were flavorful. La Toxica - Nice presentation. Classic margarita with a hint of spice. La Olla - Nice presentation. Very coffee forward with a pleasant lightness from the orange. La Tropical - Nice presentation. Very mango forward. Very tropical. Paraiso En Marte - Nice presentation. Berry forward. Not too sweet. La Reyna - Fun presentation with the pouring of drink over cotton candy. Classic margarita with a twist. My husband is big on margaritas & is particular on them. He enjoyed this one & said it was comparable to his, which is quite a feat. The cotton candy instead of simple syrup adds a caramelized flavor to a classic margarita. The ice cube even has "Bocado" inscribed on it. Colbrus - Sauce was delicious - creamy, not too salty, & pairs nicely with the cauliflower and Brussel sprouts. Both cauliflower and brussel sprouts were cooked nicely - not underdone & not overdone. Hamachi Pink Panther - Sashimi is good quality - very smooth & evident hamachi or tuna flavor. Black Sea Bass - Fish is cooked nicely - tender, flakey, moist, and not overcooked in the slightest. Black rice was mushy in my opinion, but I don't think I've had black rice before. Tacos Capricho - Tacos were handmade corn tortillas - street sized. Served with molé, very smooth refried pinto beans, and sides of finely sliced white onions, finely diced red onions, and finely shredded cilantro. The meat has an evident char & is quite flavorful as well as salty. Cheesequite - Served cold. Very unique flavor - kind of like cheesecake on sweet polenta. I really liked the texture contrast - The light whipped savory cheese pairs very nicely with the dense sweet corn base. The sauce is very interesting - kind of like a charred dulce de leche. This one was good - probably my favorite dish from this place. I'd definitely recommend this one & I'd get this one again. Overall, everything was quite good & I'd say better than average for the cuisine as well as better than average for the area. Everything was slightly on the pricier side, but quality and flavor matched. I'd classify this place as upscale Mexican fusion. Based on this experience, I would recommend & I would come back. read more

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Diego was an amazing host to my suegra's birthday dinner! Great drinks, food and songs that will have you feeling nostalgic all night long Thank you Diego for your amazing service and recommendations! read more

Went to trinity groves to try a different place but one of the servers came out and gave a compelling argument on how they were the best seafood in town so of course we had to give it a try! The customer service was amazing and the interior was very clean and polished. The server did mention that they had opened not too long ago. read more

This restaurant reminds me of Ambriza's in Houston. The food was okay. I don't plan to return.

There is plenty of light for pictures inside and in the patio area outside. The service was great. Our waiter was very attentive & gave a run down of popular menu options. We celebrated a bday so we wanted plenty pics & he had no problem taking them for us. All of his recommendations were great for food & drinks but I wasn't able to capture any pics because we were so hungry & in a rush to make our new event on time. read more

Bocado - Signage by the bathroom - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Beautiful environment. The outdoor area is a nice touch! Staff is very friendly and have great recommendations. This is a great addition to the neighborhood! read more

Bocado - Passionfruit margarita - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

AMAZING!! Exceeded expectations. The chips are flavored beautifully with a salty tajin-like spice. You also receive 3 different salsas, but be sure to ask for the spicy one that's not on the menu! The steak tacos with cheese are delicious. Filet mignon was phenomenal! Great service too :) wonderful atmosphere, we sat outside! read more

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Awesome, we had a great time the music was great, they had mariachi, the atmosphere was amazing we will be back again and our server was awesome also read more

This place was outstanding! Few times I'm able to go to a restaurant and be fully impressed! From the chips and handmade salsa varieties, to the food, and the drink. OMG the drinks. Every cocktail was perfection, highly recommend the Mexican candy! The steak tacos were absolutely award winning. We are going to make this a staple every time we visit Dallas!!! read more

The menu was extremely limited but the drinks were good! It was just okay. Wouldn't go back

We attended a Copa America watch party here last night- the full house and the fact that there was still a line that literally went around the building was our first sign of an amazing time- it was well staffed and prepared for the large number of attendees! And what a venue! Amazing host to say the least - from a live band, Colombian dancers to the amazing food! Noe Nunez and his staff ran this event flawlessly- and a win for Argentina was just icing on the cake! read more

Bocado - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

PÉSIMO SERVICIO. E día de ayer domingo 9 de febrero del presente año estuve unas horas en el establecimiento con un amigo, pedimos la banda a quien tenemos entendido se llama Salvador (security or floor host) y nos dijo que la banda nos tocaría en la mesa durante 30 minutos por el costo de 500 dólares. La banda se acercó a nuestra mesa y tocó una sola canción y se retiraron a otros extremos del restaurante dejándonos de lado y sin tocar las canciones que habíamos previamente solicitado. En cuanto la banda terminó y se retiró del establecimiento el señor Salvador nos quiso cobrar la cantidad completa cuando la banda nos toco cuando mucho 5 minutos, a lo que claramente no estuve de acuerdo porque no fue el acuerdo en el que habíamos quedado por lo que el señor Salvador se puso súper hostil, comenzó a agredirme verbalmente y a alterase un poco y realmente no entiendo como es que este establecimiento trabaja con su gente porque vi en múltiples ocasiones al señor Salvador acercarse a una mesa y tomar tragos de alcohol en diversas ocasiones en horario laboral lo que en cualquier lado está más que prohibido por ley. Al retirarnos del establecimiento el comentó algunas amenazas a mi persona de cómo cobraría el dinero por mano propia a lo que yo decidí solo ignorarlo y proceder a retirarme. Una vez que nos trajeron el vehículo el señor Salvador le pidió las llaves al Valet Parking y las arrojó a la mitad de la calle lo cual es totalmente inaceptable y eso quedó registrado en las cámaras de seguridad del establecimiento por si acaso la administración tiene que revisar. No regresaré a este lugar, no lo recomiendo al menos por su management. TERRIBLE SERVICE. Yesterday, Sunday, February 9, of this year, I was a few hours in the establishment with a friend, we asked the band to who we understand is called Salvador (security or floor host) and he told us that the band would play us at the table for 30 minutes for the cost of 500 dollars. The band approached our table and played a single song and retreated to other ends of the restaurant leaving us aside and without playing the songs we had previously requested. As soon as the band ended and withdrew from the establishment, Mr. Salvador wanted to charge us the full amount when the band played at most 5 minutes, to which I clearly did not agree because it was not the agreement in which we had agreed so Mr. Salvador became super hostile, he began to verbally attack me and to get a little upset and I really do not understand how this establishment works with its people because I saw on multiple occasions Mr. Salvador approach a table and take drinks of alcohol on several occasions during work hours what anywhere is more than prohibited by law. When we left the establishment he commented on some threats to my person about how he would collect the money by his own hand to which I decided to just ignore him and proceed to withdraw. Once they brought us the vehicle, Mr. Salvador asked for the keys to the Valet Parking and threw them halfway down the street, which is totally unacceptable and that was recorded in the security cameras of the establishment in case the administration has to check. I will not return to this place, I do not recommend it at least for its management. read more

A solid go to! Ambiance is great! A good date night spot! They staff could be better about clearing plates. Usually the staff are amazing but occasionally rude and inattentive. read more

Great staff, food, and atmosphere. (Plus, they kept my cell safe after my goofy self left it there). Definitely recommend!