Interior of Cosme restaurant in New York City with wooden tables and shelves

Cosme New York City

9.26 (2,763)•Mexican · Modern · Creative
Closed · Opens at 5:00 PM35 E 21st St, New York, NY 10010

Cosme sits on East 21st Street, a five-minute walk from the Flatiron Building. The restaurant holds a Michelin star and serves modern, creative Mexican cuisine within a room that runs smart and elegant.

Cosme demands a higher price than the casual eateries in the surrounding blocks, but it offers a level of technical rigor those neighbors lack. With a 4.63 rating from 2,763 reviews, the kitchen delivers a consistent fine dining experience that favors precision over the chaotic energy common to this part of the city. Choose this venue if you prefer a controlled, deliberate meal that justifies its cost through focused, creative cooking rather than simple volume.

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Highlights

Michelin Star
Fine Dining
Luxury
Restaurant
Bar
New

Cuisine

Mexican
Modern
Creative

Cosme FAQ

Cosme serves modern and creative Mexican cuisine. The restaurant focuses on innovative interpretations of Mexican ingredients and techniques, presenting dishes that reflect contemporary culinary methods. With a guest rating of 4.63 from 2763 reviews, the menu is recognized for its technical precision and use of high-quality ingredients. The dining experience centers on this creative approach to Mexican flavors, maintaining a consistent standard that appeals to diners seeking a refined meal in a professional and well-regarded restaurant environment.

You can find Cosme at 35 E 21st St in New York. The restaurant is situated in a convenient area, positioned just a five-minute walk from both the Flatiron Building and Madison Square Park. If you are coming from Union Square Park, the walk takes approximately fifteen minutes. Its central location makes it an accessible choice if you are spending time near these well-known landmarks and are looking for a fine dining option in the neighborhood.

Yes, Cosme holds a Michelin star. This distinction marks the restaurant as a notable fine dining establishment in New York City. The recognition is based on the quality of the cooking, the technical skill of the kitchen staff, and the overall consistency of the dining experience. Given the high guest rating of 4.63 from 2763 reviews, the restaurant remains a recognized destination for those interested in experiencing a Michelin-starred approach to modern Mexican cooking.

The dining room at Cosme is characterized by a smart and elegant atmosphere. Designed as a fine dining space, the interior maintains a polished and professional aesthetic suitable for the restaurant's culinary focus. To align with the smart and elegant nature of the room, guests are expected to adhere to a smart and elegant dress code. This consistency in style creates a formal environment that supports the overall experience provided by the restaurant to its guests.

Dining at Cosme is classified in the highest price range, denoted as four dollar signs. As a Michelin-starred establishment offering a creative and modern Mexican menu, the costs reflect the level of service and the culinary quality provided. While the experience is positioned within the luxury category, the restaurant maintains a high guest rating of 4.63 from 2763 reviews, indicating that diners consistently find value in the specific menu and the professional environment offered at this location.

New York Conciergerie can assist with your visit to Cosme by managing the logistics of your dining plans. Because the restaurant is a Michelin-starred venue with a high volume of guests, we can handle the details of securing a table to ensure your evening is organized. This service allows you to focus on the modern Mexican menu and the smart, elegant dining room, leaving the coordination of your visit to us so your time in New York is straightforward.

Opening Hours

Sunday

17:00 - 21:00

Monday

17:00 - 21:00

Tuesday

17:00 - 21:00

Wednesday

17:00 - 21:00

Thursday

17:00 - 22:00

Friday

17:00 - 22:00

Saturday

17:00 - 22:00

Location

35 E 21st St, New York, NY 10010

Nearby

Flatiron Building350 m
Madison Square Park400 m
Union Square Park800 m
Gramercy Park1.0 km
Fifth Avenue Shopping1.2 km

Additional Information

Name

Cosme New York City

Establishment Type

Restaurant

Cuisine Type

Mexican, Modern, Creative

Dress Code

Smart and Elegant

Minimum Age

21+

Price Range

$$$$

Address

35 E 21st St, New York, NY 10010

Phone

+13155124131

Links

Website

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