This is a great place to come for a special event dinner if you enjoy seafood…read more The macha tuna tostada and aqguachile were delicious. I was very surprised at how good the mushroom taco was, very flavorful! Lamb taco was also good. My party wasn't as enthused about the beef cheeks taco (I didn't try it myself). We enjoyed the Jamaica Fresca as well as one of the N.A. cocktails The chocolate dessert was good, really liked the espresso gelato and chocolate ganache. I'm never really a fan of dense brownies so I passed on eating that part. Overall friendly service and nice atmosphere. It definitely pricey, but don't spend $20 on the guacamole :) Id come back

Finally tried the Michelin starred oxomoco! We ended up sitting at the bar instead of our outdoor…read moreseating, which I preferred because the inside vibes were great. For dinner, our waiter recommended 4-5 dishes and this was the perfect amount for 2 people. We got the salsa, it comes out with 6 different styles of salsa. I think next time I would prefer to get the guac, this didn't feel like an actual dish. We also got ceasar which we loved. The portions were huge and dressing and cheese was fab. We then moved to the aguachile, so fresh and good. Finally, our favorite two dishes were the tuna tostada (comes out as one large tostada) and the sauce and tuna was amazing. We ended with the beef cheek taco and this was AMAZING. So rich with flavor you only need one and so so good. Loved this spot! Definitely lived up to the hype. The waiter also coursed the meals out perfectly.

Phenomenal meal in the city, and my whole family agreed! Not only was the food delicious, but…read moreeverything was beautiful. Not only was the service impeccable, but they accommodated my food allergies without batting an eyelash. This is a must go

Had a nice birthday brunch with hubby and baby. The service was excellent. When we arrived they…read morealready had a wonderful table set for us with a baby chair already prepared. The service was very attentive. This restaurant has no menu. It is a chef's choice and based on what is fresh in season and directly from the Blue Hill farm. For our apps, we got a bunch of raw veggies, dip, cheddar cheese (which my baby loved!) and this pork pate. I was first shocked with the raw veggies as there is no preparation involved. However because of the freshness of the veggies I ended up really liking this dish. Our main dish was a salad, asparagus and pork shoulder with grains. I feel like I would normally not order pork shoulder from a restaurant however this was pretty good and clean. Loved the asparagus! And for our dessert we had this strawberry flan to share and this decadent chocolate cake. Overall service was excellent. Dishes were good but somehow not things I would've ordered from a Michelin restaurant. For the pre fixe price range we expected so much more from this restaurant.

Thanks to restaurant week, I tried my first fine dining Mexican spot…read more At first, I was scared the portions will be small but that was a worthless worry. The food was good and the portions were perfect! I don't think I ever seen the wait staff this attentive. I mentioned to my friends that I need to go to the restroom to wash my hands. Our waitress overheard me and came over and asked "do you know, where is the restroom?" and afterwards she guided me to the restroom. Talk about being attentive and helpful! We ordered: Appetizers: SUMMER AVOCADO SQUASH SMOKED SALMON EVERYTHING BAGEL TOSTADA Entree: PEKIN DUCK ENMOLADAS RIBEYE AU POIVRE, CHILE MIXE (comes with complimentary guac and tortillas, so you can cut the meat to pieces and have mini tacos) creative right! Dessert: WATERMELON SORBET, BALSAMIC (it was definitely an unique combo. Just not really for me) HAZELNUT FLAN CORNHUSK MERINGUE ICE CREAM (first time having cornhusk for me. I think the taste was a bit too strong for me. And idk how to describe) Although, everything was yummy nothing stood out either. But I really did enjoy the food

There were definitely some highlights at Cosme. The space is beautiful, and our waiter was…read morewonderful. He was warm, knowledgeable, and explained everything beautifully. The standout of the meal was the cooked scallop dish with pineapple butter, which was absolutely scrumptious and genuinely one of the best things I've eaten in a long time. Unfortunately, the rest of the food was pretty underwhelming. Nothing was bad, but aside from the scallops, nothing felt particularly memorable or special, especially given the prices. I also had a spicy margarita that was perfectly fine, but again, at this price point I expected more. I also had a strange interaction with one of the hostesses that colored the experience a bit. When we were being taken to our table, she seemed noticeably put out by having to carry my water over, which is a pretty standard hospitality gesture. Her overall demeanor just wasn't particularly warm or friendly. It was a small moment, but at a restaurant like this, those details matter and can shift how you feel about the whole experience. Beautiful setting, excellent waiter, and one truly phenomenal dish, but overall I left feeling like the meal didn't quite live up to the hype or the price.

It's been a while since I had such a good dining experience in terms of food being delicious,…read moreservice being attentive, and overall great ambience and vibes. My friend and I walked in to Somssi at opening because reservations were fully booked and had no issues getting seated. We ordered: Bluefin tuna ($25) - included sashimi cubes of bluefin tuna, crushed peas with goat curd. Slice of lemon to drizzle per taste. Fish was fresh, I have never tried such a combination and it was perfect. Also like how they don't skimp on the lemon slice because I love lemon. Linguine al ragù with mustard kimchi ($25) - I have never tried mustard kimchi before either. At first I did not think it complemented the pasta, but a few more bites in an I understood. Great ground beef tomato sauce, paired with al dente linguine, mixed with a crunchy-tangy-fermented kimchi. I actually had some leftover goat curd from the bluefin tuna dish so I added it in and it was great. Gulf shrimp, smoked corn mayo, chili oil ($28) - Shrimp was fresh and charred well. Paired well with the sauce. Grilled ox tongue with romesco, wasabi ($33) - I have had softer ox tongue, but this one was pretty tender. I like having the option of eating it alone to enjoy the natural flavor, pairing it with the romesco sauce, or fresh REAL wasabi. Very pleasant dish. Branzino with nước mắm and ginger ($36) - Great, meaty fillets of fish paired with a tangy fish sauce and slice of lime. There are 2 unisex bathrooms in the back. I like how the menu is small, so they really perfect the dishes. Food was not cheap for the portion size, but I don't mind paying that price for good food. Overall, really enjoyed my time here and would love to come back.

Two things really stood out about Somssi. #1, the cozy vibes. #2, the delicious but unfussy food…read more #3, the service and the staff, everyone seemed really happy and genuinely excited. I'd definitely come back again! Felt like I was in someone's secret basement supper club! Loved the potato, potato, potato of course, but the shrimp toast pork schnitzel was the surprise hit of the night!! So good!!! Also really loved topping everything off with one of their teeny tiny little beverages. A cute chic way to end the night!

We came here for an early dinner on Sunday for my birthday and it was wonderful…read more First, the space is gorgeous and feels a bit like a lovely little retreat, with wide open doors that showcase the beautiful west village streetscape. The service was perfection. Both friendly and elegant, it felt both like they were well-trained in service AND were interested in creating an enjoyable experience. The food was fabulous, but the portion sizes are very hard to grok based on the menu! We ended up with butter & olive oil, the cured meats plate, and the gildas to start, along with a cocktail each. Each bite was unique and delicious--the briny-ness of the gildas contrasted the richness of the meats quite well! After that, we had the egg/shrimp/potato dish which was simply out of this world. He warned us about the chili pepper, so we had him set it on the side, but honestly it would've been lovely mixed in--wasn't THAT spicy. ;) The potatoes are the best I've had, full stop. The eggs were jammy and gave the whole thing an incredible sauce. The shrimp were plump and flavorful, and the garlic and parsley on them was punchy like I think it should be. Every bite was a delight. The only issue was that this dish is HUGE. We didn't quite realize that (the server did say she could warn us which were larger dishes, but I thought she meant she WOULD warn us, whereas I think she meant if we asked she would ;)), so we ate about 1/3 of it between the two of us and then she kindly offered to box it up for us (which she did, returning it at the end of the meal and assuring us it's quite delicious the next day, so we'll have it for leftovers--and we're both excited at this prospect!). But we couldn't just eat it all if we were going to eat the main dish--the filet with potatoes. [At this point, I got a glass of wine recommended by the server, which was fabulous...but it was also $33, and I felt a little tricked to be recommended that wine without being told the price for a glass. Not that it was bad--frankly, I probably would have gone with the reco knowing the price. But it felt funny/tricky to be recommended that with no cost context.] The steak was perfection. And it came with more potatoes. Honestly, the saddest moment was not having enough room in my stomach to eat all the potatoes. I literally could come here and just order a stack of potatoes and a martini--which I just might do on my next visit, grabbing a seat at the bar. The music was a little odd...but whatever, it was 5:30 on a Sunday. :) Overall, a wonderful experience and I look forward to returning!

The food here was disappointing, and the service was also subpar. We had one sweet server who was…read moreattentive and helped us cancel two dishes, but the other two servers' attitudes felt very distant. One even talked back to me when we asked them to hurry, after we had waited 50 minutes and had only been served a fist-sized salad. The sanitation was also not ideal, as there were flies and spiders. Food-wise, we ordered five dishes and sent two of them back. The flavors were flat throughout the meal. The asparagus salad tasted raw. The suckling lamb was unevenly salted--some parts were too salty, while others were okay. The huevos fritos were fine, but they didn't live up to their reputation as the signature dish. The cod fish and croquetas were the dishes we ended up keeping. All of our tip was for the server who provided more attentive service and helped us with the returns.

TLDR: one of my favorite new restaurants this year, want to go back asap…read more Immediately when you walk in, you're welcomed with a glass of lemonade and smiles. It's obvious that hospitality is a priority at Graciela. The wines are great, the pours are heavy and whether or not you order ice cream for dessert, a few scoops might just find their way to your table. Just great vibes all around. Everything we had that day was exceptional. I loved the steak we got (duh) but I also recommend the morcilla, fries (don't sleep on them!), the empanadas especially the corn and cheese, and bread. Can't wait to try more soon. Idk how easy it is to get in rn, but we walked in around opening and got a table right away. Hopefully that stays true because I want to go back right away and I hope you try it soon

We were lucky enough to get there 2 times within a two week period. Both times exceptional…read more Fresh bread and olive oil is excellent. The olives are exceptional the light green ones are buttery. The osso bucco and corn and cheese empanada are very good. We tried the bondiola the coppa was outwardly. The food is real good. First time ribeye the second was the skirt steak. Actually in a rare world this was better then the ribeye. Both times we ordered the cremation de pimientos. Roasted peppers was unbelievable. First time we ordered French Fries not a fan. Second time had the Heirloom tomatoes much better. The service is impeccable, wonderful team. Be careful of the bottle of wine prices however. Was totally hosed and blindsided on a 225 bottle of wine. We said no more than $120. However we won't make that mistake again. The second time no bottle of wine I had a beer my wife a glass of wine. I would recommend this place. The food and service is exceptional. The dishes all add up and in NYC nothing is inexpensive. However this place is worth it.

I live in the neighborhood and had been wanting to try Bufon for a few months. I'm so glad I…read morefinally did--it was absolutely excellent. The ambiance was fantastic, making it the perfect setting for a date night. As for the food, it was a true 10/10. We ordered the soft-shell crab, tuna carpaccio, snap peas, duck breast, sea bass, and long beans, and every single dish was delicious. Everything felt wonderfully balanced, thoughtful, and executed with care. The service was also outstanding. Our waiter, Jason, was amazing, but what really stood out was how seamlessly the entire staff worked together. The level of hospitality throughout the meal was impressive. What I enjoyed most, beyond the excellent food, was the pacing. So many restaurants in NYC seem eager to rush diners through their meal. At Bufon, it was the opposite. The meal unfolded at a perfect pace, allowing us to enjoy both the food and the conversation without ever feeling hurried. For a dinner date, that's invaluable. Highly recommend, and I'll definitely be back.

Bufon's arrogance is so pervasive that it interferes with other aspects of the restaurant. We took…read moretwo seats at the pleasant-looking bar, prepared to enjoy ourselves. However, once I requested Grey Goose vodka, the upward turn of the nose was accompanied by a rapid spin to grab the only bottle of vodka they serve: Ft. Hamilton Amsterdam Fortress Vodka, made in Brooklyn and known in the industry to be enjoyed by only a select few as a budget-friendly spirit with a notorious reputation among drinkers for a harsh profile that many find hard to stomach. It was disgusting. Why would a restaurant offer only one vodka that few people enjoy? Because, diners, according to Bufoon, oops, I mean Bufon, if you are a serious drinker, you shouldn't be drinking vodka. The rest of the meal followed in the same vein. My Tidal fish was smothered in a spicy corn relish that drowned out the mild white fish's flavor. Like sole, tidal fish needs a tender touch. That doesn't include a piquant corn relish. The crispy confit potato wasn't particularly crispy or tasty. Picanha steak was dutifully expensive and served in thin slices, cooked medium-rare. Okay. It was nothing more or nothing less. Everything is à la carte so that the bill can mount up at Bufon, but remember, you should be honored to be dining at this esteemed restaurant, so prices are irrelevant. The haughty, beautiful people dining at Bufon will make you aware that if you're older than 50, you shouldn't be in their trendy restaurant, so please leave and head to Katz's, where you belong. We had an uncomfortable and unfun meal at Bufon. Never again.

The crudo was AWESOME, flavor pairings were impeccable. It danced on my tongue like a million…read morestars. Bartender? So knowledgeable! After she explained the menu to me, my order changed COMPLETELY and I don't regret it. The vibe in the establishment was elegant with a touch of shameless youth and Tumblr realness. The playlist? DIVINE. COME HERE ASAP.

We went as a group of 3. My sister was super excited to try this, mainly because it was so hard to…read moreget a reservation. We ordered the crudo, leeks, salad, sausage, steak frites special and 3 desserts. They were all just ok. It just tasted like they put fish sauce on top of everything. The highlight for me was the bread. But honestly, for the price, I was really hoping for more than just tasty bread. My sister ordered a raspberry daquiri and it tasted like gasoline. Our waitress was nice, but also kept sneaking off to check her phone, which was a little awkward since she was standing right next to our table while doing it. Dinner also took forever. Luckily we weren't in a rush. I also had a few safety issues here. The staircase was a little dark and I actually missed a step on the second corner going down to the restroom. I pulled my back a little bit. The knife could have also been sharper. It slipped while I was cutting the leeks and my hand still hurts days later. For the amount of money I spent, I think there are much better places to visit.