Cosme

Contemporary Mexican · New York · Michelin One Star · Chef Gustavo Garnica

One-Michelin-star contemporary Mexican-inspired restaurant in Flatiron District by Chef Enrique Olvera (from acclaimed Mexico City restaurant Pujol) and Chef de Cuisine Gustavo Garnica. Regular on World's 50 Best Restaurants list. Uses Hudson Valley ingredients with traditional Mexican flavors. À la carte small plates/sharing style (~$75-125+ per person, 4-6 dishes for 2 people). Nearly entire menu gluten-free except one dessert. Dimly lit modern space. Extensive mezcal/tequila selection.

35 E 21st St, New York, NY 10010, New York

  • One Michelin Star
  • Featured on list
  • La Liste Top 1000 (Score: 81.5)

Menu

Cocktails

  • Scoville Sour (17) — Chile-infused tequila sour cocktail.
  • House Margarita (16) — Classic margarita with premium tequila, fresh lime, and agave.
  • Paloma (16) — Cimarron Reposado, house-made grapefruit syrup, lime, soda, grapefruit salt. Source: cosmenyc.com
  • Bonita Applebum (16) — Apple brandy, cachaça, and smoked apple juice cocktail.
  • Mezcal Selection (18) — Dozens of artisanal mezcal varieties available for tasting.
  • Classic Margarita (15) — Cimarron Blanco, Combier, lime. Source: cosmenyc.com

Dishes

  • Octopus Tostada (26) — Tender octopus with Mexican spices on crispy tostada.
  • Duck Enmoladas (25) — Red mole sauce with crème fraîche.
  • Lamb Neck Barbacoa (45) — Slow-braised lamb neck with traditional barbacoa spices, served with tortillas.
  • Corn Husk Meringue (18) — Instagram-famous dessert with corn husk meringue, corn mousse, and corn ice cream.
  • Grilled Scallops Al Pastor (28) — Scallops prepared al pastor style. Source: cosmenyc.com
  • Striped Bass (42) — Fresh striped bass with seasonal accompaniments. Source: cosmenyc.com
  • Broccolini (16) — Grilled broccolini with Mexican preparation. Source: cosmenyc.com
  • Clasicos de Cosme (95) — 5-course tasting menu featuring signature dishes for 10th anniversary. Source: cosmenyc.com
  • Duck Carnitas (for two) (48) — Most famous signature dish. Served in cast iron with tortillas, accompaniments for two people.
  • Uni Tostadas (32) — Maine uni with bone marrow on crispy tostada, signature appetizer.

The Experience

Expect a lively and minimalist atmosphere.

  • Atmosphere: Lively, Minimalist

Phone: +1 212-913-9659

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