Cosme
Mexican Restaurant$$$$
Flatiron District, New York
Go here. Experience the braised pork. It's worth it.
"The Duck Carnitas, the Tlayuda and the corn merengue are a musts."(60 Tips)
"Uni tostada with bone marrow and burrita are great."(15 Tips)
"The Lamb Barbacoa is fantastic and the husk merengue best desert."(10 Tips)
"My favs: burrata, lobster with mole, meringue with corn mousse!"(50 Tips)
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Michael 🍷 ElmgreenFebruary 27, 2015Expat martini was aromatic and delicious, pickled tomatillo for the win! Smoked cobia and the duck carnitas were great. Unique wine program is an unexpected surprise!
Fernanda NeuteFebruary 7, 2017Great for lunch, brunch or dinner. Dinner: they suggest sharing 6 courses for 2. I'd say 4 to 5 are enough especially if you get the duck carnitas and the meringue. Brunch: BEST HUEVOS RANCHEROS EVER!
Alessandro TorzaMay 9, 2021Unfortunately, several notches below any of the Olvera places in Mexico. The mole is top notch, but the more original creations dare too much and achieve too little.
harryhJune 16, 2018A little on the $$ side, but it's fantastic modernist mexican cuisine unlike anything you've probably had.
Adam BardNovember 15, 2014Regardless of reservations as per previous tip, it's all artfully prepared with perfect ingredients. Duck was a standout for taste and value. Service was good and expertly informed.
Marie RicherDecember 31, 2016Corn husk meringue & duck carnitas! Delicious restrained inventive Mexican. 👌🏻
Caroline SchulweisJanuary 28, 2015Great, trendy ambiance, and very spacious. Delicious guacamole and uni tostadas.
Zii HammadJanuary 7, 2016Very hip but comfortable spot. Duck carnitas are much more filling and delicious than the rest of the menu, but everything here's tasty! 3 dishes to 2 people.
Mallie TJanuary 3, 2017Unique flavors, fun plates to share. Our waiter was extremely knowledgeable, and it was fun to hear about the Obamas visit!
- L. Q.August 17, 2019If this dinner would have costed half the price, it would still be expensive. Don’t get me wrong: the dishes are ok- but nothing justifies their price. The pros: great cocktails and the corn merengue.
Crazy pricey but the flavors are WOW. They recommend 3 dishes per person for a full meal but it's more like 2 or 1 for a light meal. My party of 5 shared 8 dishes and it was too much.
Shirin SalernoFebruary 16, 2016One of the most amazing meals! Cobia Tacos, Steak and Octopus are must haves. Save room for the meringue dessert. You will thank me.- Elaine CourtneyAugust 1, 2015Reason why the duck carnitas will rock your palate: the crispy duck skin that lends a smoky, savory depth to the carnitas! And it's pretty large for 2, too!
John VaghiAugust 31, 2018Duck carnitas...outrageously overpriced, although the husk meringue is a near perfect dessert. Aesop soap and inexplicable bathroom pay phones round out the experience.
suneelMarch 21, 2015you had no idea how much you loved corn until you came here. the uni and bone marrow tostada, duck carnitas, and husk meringue are killer.
Kathia CruzJanuary 15, 2019It’s a great place to taste good and modern Mexican food. Cobia and duck carnitas are amazing plates
Mikahla VicinoAugust 25, 2017The lamb carnitas were well worth it & the merengue is definitely the way to go for dessert.
Michael Fox-RabinovitzFebruary 27, 2015Very impressive place, great presentation. Duck carnitas, uni and rubbed steak are great. The meringue dessert is fantastic as well.
Victoria WongJune 10, 2015All food and drinks exceeded my expectations! Given the reputation I had high expectations too. One of my new favorite places in town
Ernesto GutierrezSeptember 20, 2015Trendy setting. Duck carnitas is the way to go. Cobia al pastor was good. Skip the NY strip for tacos, beef is not juicy enough for tacos.
JavierDecember 30, 2016Cobia al pastor is outstanding. If you are ordering duck carnitas be aware it's going to be a lot of food even for three people, but really worth it.
Leo YanesMay 13, 2016The place is amazing, but go with an open mind - don't expect typical Mexican food. Expect GOOD Mexican food but with a gourmet twist.
Rachel RFebruary 19, 2017Tlayuda is a delicious plate perfect for sharing. Husk meringue and corn mousse is a must try!
Michael VagnettiMay 24, 2016Crack into the husk meringue (made from burnt, blended corn husks). It's a delicately sweet/savory pod filled with a mousse of cream, sugar and mascarpone.
Premshree PillaiJanuary 30, 2015Incredible inventive modern Mexican food, similar in philosophy to Pujol, the chef's flagship in Mexico City. You're not going here for the guacamole.- Prad NelluruJuly 3, 2017The huevos rancheros are a blast of spicy, rich flavor. Easily the best I've had, and I'm from Texas.
ᴡ ElliotAugust 23, 2016The bean salad and branding pair nicely. The guac is among the best in the city, and the interior is beautiful. Great spot to take clients.
AmateurConciergeAugust 12, 2017Food is very good, as per my previous posts but they've continued to jack the prices and now it's completely unreasonable. Go to Atla instead and pay half
Lisa ParavanoDecember 17, 2016Impeccable space & design, amazing service & very innovative food.. but outrageously priced. Def best enjoyed on an expense account 👌🏽
Amanda RellaJuly 6, 2017Have been many times. Food is good and consistent but service is always disappointing. Order the cobia al pastor and husk meringue - you won't be disappointed.
Eduardo HolguinDecember 13, 2015Come with a reservation because the hosts are douchey. The food was amazing (try the Duck) and our bartender, Alexis was awesome.
Micah ChilesFebruary 16, 2015Large private room in the back sat 14 easily. Loved the duck carnitas and merengue corn desert. Will definitely be back
Cameron GidariJune 29, 2016The duck carnitas are delicious, very moist and flavorful, but a little overpriced for what they are. The calamari is very unique and a must get.
Jaclyn RMarch 13, 2019Delicious food but ok service. Come here with a corporate card. Don’t miss the corn and mushroom tlayuda
Haneen 💍October 31, 2016Wanna try some foods you know just with a twist! Challenge your taste buds and indulge your senses with joy!
Jean MarieNovember 15, 2014The Cuba is the best Cuba libre I've tried. It's a new restaurant I met a friend at but didn't eat, but I've seen and heard great things.
Kevin SkobacMarch 9, 2016Epic meal- every dish was innovative and flavorful. Come hungry and with friends so you can try a variety.- Chad HornerJanuary 11, 2016for many, this'll be nothing like any Mexican food you've had before. come prepared to order a bunch of small plates (and spend a lot of $$$)
clive kornitzerJanuary 4, 2019Great laid back vibe cosmic food every dish we had was amazing the butter nut squash was the standout
Cynthia LinFebruary 11, 2017Proof that one of the best restaurants in the city can have some of the nicest people too! Duck mole and husk meringue!
James PazhavilaApril 28, 2018Eater NYC’s 18 Best Splurge Meals cobia al pastor. For a more affordable experience, consider brunch when Cosme serves its best dish, a giant lamb barbacoa
Natalia CmAugust 27, 2015Duck carnitas are amazing. Portions are not as small as people are saying. Excellent service. Pricey for what it is and not up to Pujol's level, but still worth it.
Andres MillanJuly 11, 2018Amazing. A must in NY. Try the Duck CArnitas and the fish al Pastor. Really really good.
Lori LuoDecember 10, 2014Reservations are apparently booked out for the next two months. One bite of the Burrata with Salsa Verde or the Duck Carnitas, though, and you'll know why.
Jason BrewJune 7, 2015Really loved the brunch here. The duck mole and chilaquiles were especially good
Nidhi KaySeptember 5, 2021Wow recommend blue shrimp, pork mole, soft shell gordita, corn meringue, amazing atmosphere excellent food
LukeFebruary 24, 2017Spectacular, refreshing takes Mexican cuisine that balance familiarity with clever surprises. Get the duck. Be a hero
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- 7.4
"A modern way to have a traditional Mexican breakfast, Café de Olla con Leche (Cinnamon Latte with a choice of house-made coconut milk) and concha (sweet bread)."
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"Big portions, great mexican, best HUGE nachos, and... Right next to theater! New fave place"
Brian Toth - 8.7
"The new space evokes the traditional taquerias of Mexico City and adds authentic breakfast dishes to the menu, including eggs tinga ($14) and huevos rancheros ($11)."
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Ubeyd Dalmis - 9.0
"This place is so cozy and the staff are really nice. 4 rooms with a different period setting. Great cocktails: I like the Negroni Sbagliato or the Vice Versa."
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