First time going to Cosme. Restaurant has a very chill and modern vibe. Clearly a popular place in the neighborhood. Menu is a more curated menu and dishes are meant to be shared. We ordered three small plates and two medium plates to share which were plenty especially if you enjoy the tortillas that come with most dishes. The staff is friendly and does a regular check-in to make sure we have everything we need. Dinner service is efficient as we finished our dinner within an hour and fifteen minutes. Having said that, if you are the type that wants to hang around and take your time, you will probably feel a bit rushed. Food is generally delicious and recommendations from staff are good. Everything tastes fresh especially the tortila. Flavors are less traditional but still very good. We ordered the guacamole to start which I highly recommend. We also ordered the Hiramasa (shrimp ceviche like dish), fluke, scallops, and grilled octopus. The scallops are definitely less traditional as it is paired with a fruit based sauce which makes it a bit sweeter - not everyone likes the pairing. We did not have any dessert as we were full from dinner. It was a bit disappointing that they did not have decaf espresso to cap our night. Expect prices to be on the higher side. read more

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Cosme is modern Mexican with good service, great ambience and a high price point. Service is spectacularly good. Staffers are happy, friendly and efficient. Food is also good. It's a bit overpriced. Ambience is classy and stylish. The neighborhood itself is classy, interior ambience felt stylish and neighborhood-y at the same time. read more

I am updating my review for Cosme because we visited yesterday, February 12th, for a Restaurant Week dinner, and we were treated terribly. It was a bizarre and deeply disappointing experience. Despite having a reservation, the hostess told me in an incredibly rude tone: 'I'll give you the table, but I need it back by 7:00.' I was stunned. This isn't a McDonald's; it's Cosme. I don't understand the attitude of trying to kick us out before we've even sat down. Those are comments you make--politely--to someone without a reservation, but this woman was the worst and ruined the evening from the moment we walked in. Once seated, I asked the server for the Restaurant Week menu, only to be told that because of how I booked, it was 'dining' and the special menu didn't apply. While the server tried to help by looking for another table, he couldn't find anything. He called over the manager, who was also quite unpleasant and flatly refused to either serve us the Restaurant Week menu or relocate us. We ended up leaving because the whole vibe was just wrong. I am a regular at Cosme and visit frequently, which makes this treatment even more heartbreaking. What a huge disappointment. I asked them to please show me where in the app it stated that I had to book a separate reservation for Restaurant Week. The manager showed me that when selecting a time, there are table types listed below in nearly illegible font, and one of them simply said 'Restaurant.' Just that one word! Who is supposed to guess that 'Restaurant' excludes you from the special menu? It's misleading, and I'm sure it happened to many others. This is unacceptable; this is not the level of service one expects in New York. The pictures are from other times I had been there. The owners need to talk to their employees, the host really was the worst, the look in her face telling us that of course it was clear how to reserve the table in such a rude way. Worst service. We where so nice and polite. read more

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What better day to visit Cosme than Cinco de Mayo? First off, the staff was very nice and knowledgeable, despite the hectic nature of the holiday. The ambiance was awesome, as it was dimly lit but still full of life. The margarita and wine pairings went well with the food. The scallops (a seafood favorite of mine) were DIVINE, with pieces of pineapple adding a flavor I never had on scallops before. The mole, while unspectacular and overpriced, did taste good. The star of the show is certainly the duck carnitas. The duck comes so well seasoned and cooked, that it falls apart to easily fit in a taco (and it is not chewy at all). I was also pleasantly surprised by the tasty texture of the duck skin, as I usually find skin too chewy and slimy (unless fried). There are some dishes on the menu that won't do anything to wow you, especially at their price points. But the scallops, the duck carnitas, their "stand outs" definitely do stand out for tasting AMAZINGLY. I hope to come back and try the dessert, which I have read is really good. If you want high end Mexican food that differs from your normal Mexican cravings, this is certainly the place to go (although the price point is very different than other equally as delicious taco spots around NY). read more

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While I don't normally do work dinners, how can I say no to my CEO or Cosme. Tucked away, polarized reviews and a stacked bar is my jam so why not. Staff really makes the restaurant scene for me and I loved how complimentary they were to my questions. Portion size was a downfall but I get it. If you came to eat, the taste was worth every bite to savor. Ambiences was clean, modern, moody perfect to get lost. I loved the experience and the twist to end my night. Learned they have a sister location, Damien on the west coast. Add to your list if you aren't in NYC. read more

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Came here for dinner on a Wednesday night. We had a reservation and were seated right away. We ordered the guacamole, uni tostada, scallop, octopus, romanesco, duck carnitas, and grilled sea bass. My favorites were the octopus and romanesco (I can't find a menu online so I don't remember the exact dish name). The flavors on every dish were very tasty and 4 of the dishes came with tortillas, so we were stuffed by the end. The server recommended about 9 dishes for the 4 of us, but we probably could have done with 5/6. Overall, the service was great and the food was delicious. It was dimly lit and very vibey. Would recommend! read more

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Cosme was incredible, the steak was one of the best I've had in a long time, and the duck was absolute heaven. Every dish felt thoughtfully done, making it a truly memorable meal. Drinks were amazing too. I can't wait to go back! read more

Cosme - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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Went there for a dinner with family Nice ambiance but very dark and very loud... We started with some shared items and enjoyed the guacamole The uni and bone marrow were great but way overpriced for a crunchy tortilla. The wine list was way over the top with mediocre wines being over $500. Definitely bring your black Amex here. The entrees were great. Strip steak. Nice and juicy. Oversalted but terrific flavor and cooked perfectly Duck. A little on the dry side and limited sauces to go with it Pork chop was excellent. However it arrived 30 minutes after the rest of the food and was not comped. I was shocked. Asked for them to take care of it and to a pleasant surprise...they took it off the bill Lots of desserts. I tried the meringue and it was good. Not excessively sweet WINE service was amazing. read more

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I've been wanting to check this place out since I love the chef! Enrique Olvera has a restaurant called Pujol in Mexico City that I freaking love. And this is his New York City venture. However, I felt the food was just OK... The ambience was nice, very New York with a hint of Mexico City vibes. I'm glad I went for a restaurant week because it's $60 for three courses so I got to try everything. The Arctic char toast started it with everything bagel seasoning was fantastic! And the avocado cream cheese was such a nice twist. Loved sitting at the corner bar! It's a great place to people watch and chat with the great bartenders. If you're looking for a splurge for really fancy Mexican, then this is your place! read more

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Amazing corn tortillas and dessert, average small bites, and definitely below average drinks and ordering experience. Vibey dark interior. Cosme is a Mexican cusine known for their corn tortillas and desserts. We ordered the scallops, uni tostada(s), octopus, peking duck, guacamole, margaritas, corn husk meringue, and the grape sorbet. Highly recommend the peking duck (comes with corn tortilla) and corn husk meringue- everything else can be found in similar restaurants around the neighborhood. My party ordered various margaritas and each drink genuinely tasted like watered down aqua frescas with a small pour of alcohol. The staff was NOT clear with their explaination of the menu item and my party actually ended up ordering multiple uni tostadas because the waitress didn't explicitly say that asking for additional tostada chips would just be an additional order of the dish. Just feel like that's a normal thing to clarify before running to get the order in. No one prefaced the difference and my party didn't notice until the bill came. read more

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Tried to have a restaurant week dinner here but were disappointed to learn that only bar reservations are served the restaurant options, not dining room reservations. We stuck around for regular dinner and had a nice time regardless. It's been a few years since I'd dined here so I was curious to try the new menu offerings (and return to delicious classics). We chose several appetizers to share before the duck carnitas main arrived. I wasn't able to dissuade my party from ordering the guacamole which I remember being only average, and was slightly vindicated when it was tried and everyone agreed with my original assessment. The salsa does elevate the avocado with herbs but I stand by its skipability. The scallops with pineapple butter on the other hand, we could not get enough of. If they had served us a bowl of that pineapple butter by itself, we would've licked the container clean. The Maine uni tostada left us with a weird taste in our mouths. I thought it was just me because I don't tend to like the unctuous feeling of bone marrow but even the rest of the party who loved bone marrow didn't enjoy the strong, almost gamey flavor. The fingerling potato tamal with cheddar sauce was a unique, comforting bite. I was not as blown away by the duck carnitas as I'd hoped to be given the fun description the server provided (and high price tag), but it was enjoyable and good for sharing. The stars of the show for me were the desserts. The pecan tamal hit every high note, from the crunchy pecans to the earthy corn masa to the ice cream that added just the right amount of sugar. And, of course, the corn husk meringue is excellent, the sweet corn and milky meringue an unexpected pair--don't skip it. read more

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One of my favorite meals l've had in a minute -- would recommend for a special occasion or celebration, and Restaurant Week was worth! The ambiance is nice, with dim lights and a lovely dining room. Every single thing was absolutely delicious, standouts include the Tlayuda, Fluke Tostada and Corn Husk Meringue... but truly you cannot go wrong with anything! read more

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I came here with a few friends for restaurant week. We ordered the wild morel mushroom tlayuda, fluke tostada, pork belly, long island striped bass, peking duck enmoladas, affogato flan and cherry sorbet. The ambiance was dark and moody, just right for a date night or drinks with friends. The servers and staff were kind but they kept forgetting to bring our drinks that we ordered. We also asked multiple times for shareable plates but they also kept forgetting that. Part of this was because they were very busy. We liked the food. Our favourite dishes were the mushroom tlayuda, the pork belly, and the desserts. I've heard the corn husk merengue is a must have from a friend so ill definitely be back to try that. read more

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I have been eating at Cosme since it opened and it is always good. So why did I move it from 5 to 4 stars? First and foremost there is a lot more competition in the high end Mexican space and Cosme has upped its game to meet the competition. read more

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Uni tostada, fluke tostada, al pastor prawns and the duck carnitas are top orders. As others have said the carnitas are delicious but definitely a pricey choice at over $100. Cosme has good food and good vibes and worth trying once for a nice occasion but be expected to pay! read more

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Not your typical Mexican restaurant but really good Mexican inspired food with a contemporary flair. A lot of plate sharing and just about every dish was near perfect to perfect. Also, a very creative drink menu in a classy atmosphere with terrific service. It's not a very large menu but I don't think you can go wrong on what you order. For our large plates we had the steak and the branzino. We also had several smaller plates all of which were enjoyed by our group. read more

Love love love the vibes here! The dining room is so beautiful and the lighting is very dark but in a good way. I was really impressed with the food and the portion sizes. I feel like sometimes with restaurants like these, it can be hard to be full, but we ordered the guac to share (so delicious) and then one entree each from the middle section of the menu and we were satisfied! I had the octopus and it was incredible -- so tender and flavourful and it also comes with corn tortillas on the side. But of course we couldn't stop there and we had to have dessert also -- we ordered the chocolate guava cake. One thing that I thought could be better -- we asked for more tostadas for our guac and then it wasn't until we got the bill that we realised extra tostadas came at a charge. Wish they told us that before we ordered them. Plus they only give like 4. read more

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First, why the eff is this place so dark? Did a black hole take up residence inside and decide it liked paying NYC rent prices? Seriously, the interior is darker than Satan's crotch. It isn't dim, it isn't candlelit, it isn't ambient--it is just a graveyard for light. It's darker than Elon Musk's web browser history. I've climbed caves miles under the Earth's crust that were brighter than this restaurant. Second, the food is overpriced mediocrity. To call it "elevated Mexican" is an insult to both Mexicans and elevators. I came with a group of friends, so we shared everything family-style. The Uni Tostada was okay, but nothing I haven't had from a million other tasting menus, upscale Japanese/Korean spots, etc. Conversely, the Tataki al Pastor was probably our best dish, and the fish was perfectly prepared. The Carrot Tlayuda wasn't bad, but it was too heavy on sauce and cheese, and oversalted. The Mole de la Casa was disappointingly bland; I'm sure it took forever to make, but someone at the end of the assembly line apparently forgot to add any seasoning. And the much-touted Duck Carnitas--the main reason we came here--was a joke. Don't get me wrong, the duck was well made, and I have no complaints about the tortillas. But come on! $112 for a serving of, maybe, six tacos at best? You people realize you could have, like, THREE actual whole Peking ducks--perfectly marinated and roasted--for the same price at any decent Chinese restaurant? FFS with this pretentiousness. The only bright spot--and I mean that both figuratively and literally, given the aforementioned cavern of blackness we dined in--was the famous Cornhusk Meringue dessert. Of course, at $22 per plate, it had better be good. Or...You could go to, say, Konban and get their gorgeous Corn Ice Cream dessert (which takes just as much, if not more, skill to make) for $13. Obligatory libation mention: I wasn't really interested in dropping another $20+ to sip a teeny-tiny cocktail in pitch blackness, so I shared the Cherry Smash mocktail, which was decent. I'm sure Cosme was the bees knees way back when, but the version I experienced recently feels like a faded beauty queen that's long worn out her welcome. Also, turn on some damn lights. read more

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Restaurant Week 2025...or rather not. Also, menu is a bit different than what is listed online and changes frequently it seems. I went to this dimly lit Mexican spot earlier in the evening with a large group for Restaurant Week though it turned out it was going to be the regular menu as said menu is only served at the bar. The people in front weren't the friendliest and the service was not very good with the guy going away frequently among other issues. They gave us some chips which were a bit more cooked than usual being on the way to being burnt along with some salsa macha which I like a lot more than the usual salsas you find in other spots. Said smoky salsa macha was well spiced though not as smokey as some other spots and it was a tiny bowl but we asked for more and the busboy got us extra which wasn't charged. They oddly did not give us plates and judging by the slightly sticky table (yes this is clearly a spot which can charge $22-$50+ for everything,) I guess others eat the chips on the table. The busboy eventually gave us some plates which helped. I started with the Long Island Stripped Bass for $32 with yuzu and white corn aguachile. The portion of the fluke was decent and the fish was good quality but this was the only good part of this dish. There was plenty of corn and it had a light citrus note presumably from the yuzu but the broth was extremely bland outside of the citrus. Aguachile is supposed to have a good bit of spice to it but this was even less spiced or spicy than most ceviche being flavorless outside of the citrus note. Another person had the Ensalada de la casa which was $20 and another had the Guacamole for $23. From the smaller plates, I shared the Tlayuda for 40(!) which is listed online with wild morel mushrooms, chile poblano, and pecorino but in person had chanterelles instead of morels with there also being some onion jam, a lettuce variant, and nopales/cactus. The portion size was decent but the biggest issue here was the amount of mushrooms. I love chanterelles with them being my favorite mushroom but there was perhaps 4 or 5 of them in the entirety of the dish which is ridiculous. Otherwise, it was a bit sweet from the onion though the cactus and lettuce helped with a bit of bitterness. This was alright but not close to worth it for the price point. Another person had the $32 octopus which they seem to enjoy. My main dish was regrettably the Grilled Branzino for $45 listed as being with Eckerton farm tomatoes and tamarindo but instead, it had a mix of tomatoes and tomatillos with there being a slightly sour salsa presumably also made from tomatillos with all the main dishes served with a lot of tortillas. The deboned branzino was cooked fine but it lacked any crispy skin with the only crispy part being the tail at the end. It was also rather bland compared to other fancier Mexican spots like Covacha or otherwise where the fish is not just moist but also well marinated. The salsa was light and the vegetables were good quality along with the fresh tortillas. This was OK but certainly not worh the price point or close. Another person had the Mole De La Casa for $36 which she enjoyed. I didn't bother with dessert though they gave us some Mango pâte de fruit with some Tajin as a petit four which was a nice touch. I tried someone else's Cornhusk Meringue for $22 which is their signature as she was getting full. The meringue on the outside is standard with the corn flavor becoming stronger and stronger the further you go into the dessert with the middle being the tastiest part. It was good and honestly the highlight of the night. Two others had the Guava Chocolate Cake for $22 where they found the cake moist but the guava flavor a bit lacking. Outside of someone else's dessert, I have just way too many issues with this place to recommend it. The food was overpriced for the quality, the service wasn't good, and this was the blandest tasting Mexican food I've had in the city for ages. The only thing with any semblance of flavor was the salsa macha and the fact that I think that Rosa Mexicano has better food than this junk says enough. There's places where you can pay 1/4th the price and get better food and if you're going to pay this much for Mexican, save it for actually good restaurants such as Claro, Covacha, Quique Crudo, and others. 0.7 read more

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Been to Cosme three times now, hoping it would finally click but it hasn't. Both the food and service have been consistently disappointing. The last visit was especially bad: during Restaurant Week, we were seated right next to the door while it was about -15°C outside. It was freezing the entire meal. Despite multiple empty tables inside, they refused to move us, because "we were on the cheap menu" according to both the manager and hostess. Apparently, if you don't pay full price, you're expected to shiver through dinner. Not worth the hype or the attitude! read more

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Came here for RW week and was not disappointed! I will caveat that if you do RW they put you at a communal table which I thought was strange and weird if you're with a big group. However, the food was delish so it made up for the weird setup. Ordered the fluke to start, the duck enmolada and the affogato flan! All were delish and there wasn't a bad bite. Naturally had to order the corn husk meringue which was good but very interesting - I think worth trying once but I definitely don't need it again. read more

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Celebrated my husband's birthday here and wowee $$$$. The food was good but the staff are like seagulls grabbing your empty dishes--it's a little too intense. My husband got really annoyed by that, we felt like we were going to lose an eye to the swarm of arms grabbing things before the other person was done eating from their own plate. I don't think I'll be back again because to be honest, I've had better but I'm glad I got to experience it at least once! The duck carnitas was awesome but the CORNHUSK MERINGUE WAS ELITE!!!! read more

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Loved the food, drinks, ambiance, and service. We started with the Cadillac margarita and the prickly pear cocktail. The Cadillac was a great margarita and really enjoyed it. The prickly pear drink was very refreshing and not too sweet. The starter tostada with the sauces was really delicious. Especially loved the orange spicy one. We ordered the cauliflower tamal and the duck carnitas. The tamal was delicious. I loved the take on cauliflower many ways and it was vegan! The duck was really good. I loved the blue corn tortillas. The salsas were also delicious and I loved the vegetables. The duck was a bit dry in some spots. Super flavorful and loved the skin. This was enough food for two people. We had the meringue for dessert. This was a great dessert. Not too sweet and I loved the concept. The espresso dessert drink was also great. Would definitely recommend. We sat at the bar and the service was flawless. The bartender we talked to was so nice and even let us try the mandarin oranges with work salt with a shot mezcal only found at their restaurants. Would definitely recommend and also recommend a reservation. read more

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How do you dress up a cuisine as approachable as Mexican? Cosme thinks it has the answer: an NYC-sized helping of hubris, the kind of "fuck you" energy that is equal parts intoxicating and infuriating, luxury and lunacy. $23 guacamole, $30 esquites, a $24 spicy margarita, and duck carnitas for $112. Walls the color of wet cement, dimly lit by torch sconces. An intricate ballet of six solicitous male waiters. This vibe attracts a certain clientele: rudely, finance bros and their floozies, or (in my case) peons on a special occasion. All this chutzpah writes checks that Cosme's food mostly cashes: the esquites with their shishito-infused cream sauce were a special favorite. Great guacamole, a convincing story about Oaxacan maize flown in this week to make the accompanying tortilla chips. A strange but delightful cornhusk meringue - sour, creamy, not too much sugar. I wasn't thrilled by my eggplant mole main, but there was a wild mushroom tlayuda I could have chosen. Good food but pricey: that's normally four stars. But the service was rough: there was an excruciating, unapologetic 45-minute wait between appetizers and main courses, and a waiter who timed out of his shift an hour into our 7:30 dinner reservation. The minutes droned on, no food came out, and Cosme's pretensions began to seem less cheeky and more audacious. Look, anywhere can have an off night, but if you're going to look me in the eye and charge me $325 for dinner without blinking, you chose to give up the wiggle room I would have afforded you. read more

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I was at Cosme this week for a group dinner, and I was pleasantly surprised by both the beautiful atmosphere and the kind service. The duck carnitas at Cosme are unforgettable - order that, for sure. I loved the spiked hot chocolate, as well. read more

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Respectfully, WTF! I was that told that their Duck carnitas would be life changing, and had an "okay, sure" moment. Then, I put them in my mouth. Madre de dios...they are THAT good. En tu boca, ahoramis! Our bartender, Cesar, introduced my friend and I to one of the smoothest tequila blancos I've ever tried (Lalo) after enjoying some spicy margaritas and banter. It helped that we were seated at the bar which made for a cozy dining experience without the pressure of turning over a table. Just please get some purse hooks for us bag carrying peeps. read more

I have no clue why this place only has a 3.5 star average - I lived in Mexico City and the food here is phenomenal (and service)! Definitely a good place for any occasion. We started with a guacamole, which was absolutely delicious. We also had the fish tostada dish to start, but honestly, it's not a must. The flatbread made out of tostada with the carrot tppings was also very good. The highlights for me were definitely the fish tacos as well as the mole. Wow! For dessert, we had the corn husk (I wasn't a fan) and the guava chocolate cake, which was fantastic. I also had a hot chocolate because chocolate overdose is always a good idea. I really enjoyed my experience here and will definitely be back! read more

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Hands down the best Mexican restaurant I've been to in NYC! The food is absolutely phenomenal--every bite was bursting with flavor. The creativity and balance in each dish were just incredible. My favorites were the aguachile, uni tostada, prawns, and the duck carnitas--each one unforgettable. The service was a bit slow, but honestly, it was worth the wait. Plus, the ambiance is cool and adds to the overall experience. I highly recommend this place, 100%! read more

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Good food, super expensive! The decor is beautiful, dark, and classy, what you would expect from a upscale Chelsea restaurant. We had: - Uni & Bone Marrow Tostada - delicious, wonderful combination - Duck Carnitas - very good - Striped Bass with Plantains - tasty - Corn Husk Meringue - delicious and unique This meal was very good but extremely expensive. If you come here, expect to pay serious coin. read more

Heard about this spot from some friends, and had to check it out because the duck carnitas sounded delicious. After some difficulty finding reservations, we finally found something for a 9pm dinner. The restaurant was packed, and people still continued to be seated even as we ate, which was wild. The decor is great, and it feels very modern with classic NYC dim-lighting vibes. We got the guac, fluke tostada, striped bass, and (ofc) the duck carnitas. The guac, while quite pricey, was delicious, and I was a big fan of the additional sauces that got served with it. The fluke was a bit salty imo, but the tostada was crunchy and had great texture. The bass was fine, nothing to really write there and I wouldn't really recommend it. The carnitas, though, is definitely the star of the show. It's rich, fatty, and theres a sizeable portion of meat, but they include onions and pickled veggies to really cut that richness and fat from the duck. Adding in some of the sauces they provide, this dish was by far the best. We also got some desserts, and the cornhusk merengue is a must-try. Great corn flavor, light and airy, and just the right amount of sweetness. Definitely recommend this one. read more

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The ambience is beautiful, but everything felt extremely overpriced for what it was. I'm giving one star because of the service. There were at least three different staff members rotating around our table--one for plates, one for water, and our main server--yet we still felt poorly taken care of. The plate runner tried to take away my salad when it was still half full. I had to stop her. I like eating my salad with my main protein, and she kept staring at the salad bowl, making me so uneasy that I finally moved the salad to my plate just so she would leave us alone. It was hard to relax. The duck took 90 minutes from the time we ordered--over 30 minutes after we were done with our last dish and served fresh plates. We eventually canceled it, but as soon as we spoke to one of the floor managers, it suddenly appeared. We tried it, and it was just okay. Definitely not worth $120. To make things even more uncomfortable, the bulb in a wall lamp at the table next to us suddenly shattered while we were eating. Nobody checked on us. Our main server didn't explain much about the dishes, and when we asked for an update on the duck, she looked visibly uncomfortable and avoided us for the rest of the meal. She didn't seem prepared or professional. The only saving grace was the corn husk meringue. If I ever go back, I'll sit at the bar to avoid the unnecessary wait and the mediocre experience. read more

Had a great time at Cosme last night. Started rough with a little mix up with our table, which initially was not handled well. So we ended up sitting at the bar, where Daniella and Ceasar took amazing care of us. Completely turned our experience around. The food was exceptional and the service, bar none. Thank you so much for a wonderful evening. And it's a beautiful restaurant with comfortable bar seating. read more

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Went back after almost 10 years and really enjoyed the meal: Good but wouldn't order again: Ensalada de la casa - oak lettuce, apples, beets Really good! Guacamole - aux fine herbes, crudite, heirloom corn tostadas Hiramasa tostada - chile mixe, purple shiso Fingerling potato tamal - swiss chard, NY aged cheddar Pekin duck carnitas - radishes, onion, cilantro (honestly I needed different salsas? I wanted the matcha salsa w/ pepitas they had brought out with the guacamole) Bests: Romanesco tlayuda - winter greens, straciatella Omaha angus strip steak - black garlic, chile ancho Corn husk meringue - a must! read more

Cosme is the first restaurant in NYC that brought in sophisticated CDMX food as early as 2015 (maybe even earlier?), and paved the way for other nicer CDMX restaurants to flourish. For this I always appreciate Cosme. Plus the food is genuinely delicious! I don't get the 3+ rating at all. read more

Cosme - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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Cosme Review If you're looking for a place that nails modern Mexican cuisine in a sleek Manhattan setting, Cosme should be at the top of your list. This is the kind of spot that somehow manages to feel both lively and laid-back--where you can post up at the bar for a solo meal or celebrate something major with friends and a few too many mezcal cocktails. From the moment you walk in, the dining room's warm lighting and open kitchen draw you in. But what really commands your attention is the smell of freshly made tortillas and slow-cooked meats. The staff here is friendly in that way that makes you feel like they've been saving a seat for you all day--even if you just wandered in off the street. And while Cosme's menu is full of intriguing small plates, the larger shared dishes are the real show-stoppers. The photos I snapped pretty much tell the story. First up, the carnitas (here, duck carnitas are a signature, but you can also find other slow-cooked options). Served in a cast-iron skillet, the meat is perfectly crisp on the edges, impossibly tender on the inside, and arrives with bright garnishes like thinly sliced radish, cilantro, and a pop of heat from sliced chiles. The side of chunky green salsa adds a tangy brightness that you'll want to spoon over every bite. Roll it all up in a warm tortilla, and you'll understand why people keep coming back. Another standout is the sweet potato tostada, which might sound simple, but Cosme manages to make it a textural wonderland. The sweet potato is whipped into a silky purée that contrasts perfectly with the crunchy tostada shell, while the fresh greens piled on top give it a garden-fresh feel. It's hearty enough to stand on its own but doesn't weigh you down--exactly what you need before diving into a heavier main. Make sure you save room for dessert, too. Cosme's famous corn husk meringue might not be pictured here, but it's worth mentioning as a must-try. It's the kind of dish you'll still be thinking about days later (and telling everyone you know they have to try it). Yes, Cosme is on the pricier side, and it's typically packed--so you'll want to make a reservation or be ready to wait at the bar (which is never a punishment if you order one of their agave-forward cocktails). But if you're in the market for an upscale Mexican feast that feels both inventive and deeply satisfying, Cosme is more than worth the splurge. This is the type of restaurant that'll make you swear you'll be back before you've even finished the last bite of carnitas. And trust me--you really will. read more

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After seeing a video on how amazing the food is, especially one of the desserts, we decided on COSME for my birthday dinner. Reservations are tough, so try to book in advance . The space is quite large, and a bit loud. Our table was near the back, in a somewhat dark and cozy corner, which enabled me to move the table further from the couple next to us. The menu is quite small, so ordering is easy. Corn Colada was hearty, but went fast with the straw. Watermelon Agua Fresca was rich in flavor, and I could have consumed a gallon. We started with Herb Guacamole w/Corn Tostadas which was quite good. Followed by Octopus Daikon Chile Morita w/Tortillas. I quit eating octopus after loving that Netflix documentary, but this was a special occasion. This time, it was worth the guilt. Soft Shell Crab w/Tortillas (are you seeing the pattern ?!) The crab was lightly fried and properly cleaned. Wish it was plural (Crabs) Morel Tlayuda, Chile Poblano & Pecorino tossed in large leaf lettuce over a big tortilla was just silly, overpriced and a waste of the beautiful morels. Duck Carnitas as a main was pretty good. Although the duck needed to be seasoned with at least some salt and pepper. But it being carnitas, it came with sauces and yup.......tortillas. Now, the dessert !!!! Corn Husk Meringue which lived up to the hype. They also brought out 2 gummy-like Mango Petit Fours and a tiny Chocolate Chip Cookie with my Espresso. Now....the problem with COSME. There is way too much staff. Five people at the host/hostess table, getting in each other's way. Gaggles of bussers/runners/etc. in pockets of the dining room, hanging out. Our waitress was lovely, and could have done it all by herself. I felt like someone was always standing behind me or looking over my shoulder. Another guy was constantly filling the waters; from the bottle on our table !! Just take the water bottle and come back. Also, we felt rushed. While just starting to enjoy the Guacamole, here comes the Octopus. The staff needs to be re-trained on pace and etiquette. In no way, clearing a person's plate while others are eating is acceptable. Maybe at Denny's. I told my wife if it happens again, I was going to stand up and say something to the perpetrator. Was there a 2nd seating or do they need to turn tables 3 or 4 times a night to pay everyone ? The manager, Christian, reached out asking how everything was. I shared with him, via email, everything mentioned here. He has not written back, and probably won't. I would go back and order the Corn Husk Meringue and eat it at the bar. Away from the hustle and bustle of the dining room. read more

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Food is very overpriced for portion size, very limited menu. My biggest complaint is that a couple was seated inches from my table who brought a dog with them that was allowed to sit at my feet throughout my meal. Aside from the fact that it smelled, I don't want a dinner over $200 next to an animal. And no- it was not a service animal. Ruined the meal. read more

This is one of those NYC spots I keep coming back to - at least once a year. Great energy and consistently worth the trip back. I highly suggest making a reservation. Solid Mexican food, and the meal always feels special without being stuffy. Don't skip the dessert: the cornhusk meringue is a must-try and genuinely one of my favorite desserts anywhere. read more

Cosme, now in its 11th year still delivers high quality Mexican cuisine. This was our second time at the restaurant, our first was around the time when Cosme first opened. We would say we enjoyed this meal more than on our first visit. While the hype has come down, you still want to secure a reservation. By 6pm most tables were taken in the large dining room. For our meal we had; Guacamole - this comes with corn tostados and various vegetables. The guacamole is excellent and in our opinion was more enjoyable with the crudite. Fluke Ceviche - this was fine ,albeit a small portion for the price tag. Corn Esquites - this was a Mexican street corn dish with shishitos and cheddar cheese. It was excellent. Carolina Soft Shell Crab - good, it's one fairly sizable soft shell crab that can be split betwee Omaha Angus Strip Steak - a very good steak with a black garlic crust cooked a perfect medium rare. This is a large enough portion for two. Cornhusk Meringue - still one of the best desserts in the city. Service was top notch. read more

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One of the most gorgeous lunches I've ever had. We did the private dining room experience. Every single bite was spectacular. The meal began with guacamole with edible flowers, which was a stunning presentation. Then we had a white fish aguachile with a delightful, verdant broth. Next, we had the most beautiful endive salad with pomegranates and bean puree. This was particularly visually stunning, with deep purple greens accentuating the plate. We had both the green and the red chilaquiles. The green chilaquiles in particular with chicken had a beautiful acidic green sauce that I thoroughly enjoyed. There were two types of quesadillas, both of which were delicious. For entrees, we had the duck mole (stunning) and lamb barbacoa with shishitos. Staff was super friendly and knowledgeable. The sommelier chose beautiful and interesting wines for our meal pairing. One was a 100% gamay from beaujolais that went perfectly with the duck mole sauce. Highly elevated food. Do recommend. read more

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