Agozar

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324 Bowery, New York, NY 10012 (at nr. Bleecker St.)
New York, NY 10012

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(212) 677-6773
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Agozar Cuban Bistro infuses the Bowery with the liveliest Cuban food NYC has to offer. Our Cuban restaurant...

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Maybe they're just getting their sea legs. I don't know. But here's what I thought. The margaritas were too tart. The space cramped. The service disorganized(though very nice...

With a few changes... 4/30/2003

Maybe they're just getting their sea legs. I don't know. But here's what I thought. The margaritas were too tart. The space cramped. The service disorganized(though very nice). The shrimp ceviche excellent. The empanadas...not so special. They just weren't flavorful. The mojitos were great, so maybe the margaritas were just a one-time thing. Pros: Style, Concept Cons: Square footage more
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With a few changes... 4/30/2003

Maybe they're just getting their sea legs. I don't know. But here's what I thought. The margaritas were too tart. The space cramped. The service disorganized(though very nice). The shrimp ceviche excellent. The empanadas...not so special. They just weren't flavorful. The mojitos were great, so maybe the margaritas were just a one-time thing. Pros: Style, Concept Cons: Square footage more
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Good but Cramped. 4/16/2003

I recently had a birthday dinner at Agozar with a party of about 15 people. The dining area was too small to comfortably accommodate a large group of people. The food was great and there was a variety to choose from on the menu. The service could have been more attentive. If your looking for a romantic setting, Agozar is sure to bring you closer together. Pros: Good Food Cons: Cramped Seating more
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Good but Cramped. 4/16/2003

I recently had a birthday dinner at Agozar with a party of about 15 people. The dining area was too small to comfortably accommodate a large group of people. The food was great and there was a variety to choose from on the menu. The service could have been more attentive. If your looking for a romantic setting, Agozar is sure to bring you closer together. Pros: Good Food Cons: Cramped Seating more
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Overall good 4/14/2003

I went here on Saturday and overall, the ambience is nice, a bit small but cozy. As far as the food, I highly recommend the breaded bistec which was great! 4-5 tapas is a perfect size for two people. I don't recommend the drinks here though, I had the sangria and it was probably the weakest sangria I've ever had. Pros: Lots of variety, good sampling size Cons: Small size, weak drinks more
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Overall good 4/14/2003

I went here on Saturday and overall, the ambience is nice, a bit small but cozy. As far as the food, I highly recommend the breaded bistec which was great! 4-5 tapas is a perfect size for two people. I don't recommend the drinks here though, I had the sangria and it was probably the weakest sangria I've ever had. Pros: Lots of variety, good sampling size Cons: Small size, weak drinks more
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needs work... 4/4/2003

The concept of this place is outstanding, but the execution need work. The drinks we had (margaritas) were horrible. It took the bartender ten minutes to acknowledge me and my date and another ten to actually make our drinks. It did not appear that busy and she was humorless and almost rude. The ambiance was energetic, but a bit too loud. The hostess and wait staff were extremely charming, but seemed frantic and understaffed. The food was good, but overpriced for what it was. I was left with the impression that there was no captain of this ship. Pros: Good Vibe, Good Location, Decent Menu Cons: Bad Drinks, Too Expensive, Disorganized more
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needs work... 4/4/2003

The concept of this place is outstanding, but the execution need work. The drinks we had (margaritas) were horrible. It took the bartender ten minutes to acknowledge me and my date and another ten to actually make our drinks. It did not appear that busy and she was humorless and almost rude. The ambiance was energetic, but a bit too loud. The hostess and wait staff were extremely charming, but seemed frantic and understaffed. The food was good, but overpriced for what it was. I was left with the impression that there was no captain of this ship. Pros: Good Vibe, Good Location, Decent Menu Cons: Bad Drinks, Too Expensive, Disorganized more
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Great place for drinks ... 3/23/2003

Discovered Agozar after a night of bad Theater at the Bowery, stopped in for a chaser and discovered great cocktails and latin music at Agozar. Food was not especially inspiring! This would make a great Salsa dancing club! Pros: Music, Cocktails, Ambiance more
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Great place for drinks ... 3/23/2003

Discovered Agozar after a night of bad Theater at the Bowery, stopped in for a chaser and discovered great cocktails and latin music at Agozar. Food was not especially inspiring! This would make a great Salsa dancing club! Pros: Music, Cocktails, Ambiance more
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atmosphere = good, food = blah 3/16/2003

Had a b-day dinner there on Saturday - great atmosphere, great drinks, service was actually very friendly, helpful, and prompt. The food was decent but nothing to write home about. Would go there for drinks/date/b-day celebrations again definitely, but not for the culinary experience. more
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atmosphere = good, food = blah 3/16/2003

Had a b-day dinner there on Saturday - great atmosphere, great drinks, service was actually very friendly, helpful, and prompt. The food was decent but nothing to write home about. Would go there for drinks/date/b-day celebrations again definitely, but not for the culinary experience. more
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DON'T BELIEVE THE HYPE! 3/16/2003

The food was terribly overpriced for the portions and taste. ""REAL"" Cuban plantains are not dry and bland like they were at Agozar, the pork was tough and dry, the mussels and shrimp were the only descent thing there. The mojitos were terrible, as the mint was just thrown on top and not crushed with the sugar and ice. I left there feeling robbed. Agozar better agozar the unwarranted hype for now, because all of the ""awesome"" reviews here are simply, NOT TRUE. Pros: atmosphere, service Cons: Overpriced, Not authentic, smal portions more
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DON'T BELIEVE THE HYPE! 3/16/2003

The food was terribly overpriced for the portions and taste. "REAL" Cuban plantains are not dry and bland like they were at Agozar, the pork was tough and dry, the mussels and shrimp were the only descent thing there. The mojitos were terrible, as the mint was just thrown on top and not crushed with the sugar and ice. I left there feeling robbed. Agozar better agozar the unwarranted hype for now, because all of the "awesome" reviews here are simply, NOT TRUE. Pros: atmosphere, service Cons: Overpriced, Not authentic, smal portions more
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The Facts. 3/13/2003

There is no dish that is $7.50. The shrimp dish is $12, it is served with top quality chorizo...and 7 shrimp are served. The accompanying sauce is a white wine and butter reduction with holland peppers and Florida Key limes. Platanos are normally 2-3 for $1 in stores and 1 1/2 are used for the tostones dish. As for portions being small--the below reviewer is bogus and has not had the pleasure of experiencing Agozar! Restaurant and Lounge. Pros: Honest Staff, Dedicated Staff, Sincere Staff more
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The Facts. 3/13/2003

There is no dish that is $7.50. The shrimp dish is $12, it is served with top quality chorizo...and 7 shrimp are served. The accompanying sauce is a white wine and butter reduction with holland peppers and Florida Key limes. Platanos are normally 2-3 for $1 in stores and 1 1/2 are used for the tostones dish. As for portions being small--the below reviewer is bogus and has not had the pleasure of experiencing Agozar! Restaurant and Lounge. Pros: Honest Staff, Dedicated Staff, Sincere Staff more
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Cubans Tapas? There's no such thing. 3/12/2003

I was curious to know what a Cuban Tapas was. Since they don't have them in Cuba nor any Cuban I know has ever heard of such thing. Well, I regret finding out. The portions are so little these arent tapas theyre samples. Very expensive samples. 4 small shrimps $7.50? 6 tostones for $3? (Platanos in the supermarket are 8 for $1. They use half of one.) My friends had trouble on deciding what was had less taste the food or the Mojitos. Please save your time and money. We were 3 people, spent $100 and went home hungry and sober. Helena's why did you leave us????????????? Pros: Nice staff, Nice Decor Cons: Overpriced, Bland food, Bad Drinks more
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Cubans Tapas? There's no such thing. 3/12/2003

I was curious to know what a Cuban Tapas was. Since they don't have them in Cuba nor any Cuban I know has ever heard of such thing. Well, I regret finding out. The portions are so little these arent tapas theyre samples. Very expensive samples. 4 small shrimps $7.50? 6 tostones for $3? (Platanos in the supermarket are 8 for $1. They use half of one.) My friends had trouble on deciding what was had less taste the food or the Mojitos. Please save your time and money. We were 3 people, spent $100 and went home hungry and sober. Helena's why did you leave us????????????? Pros: Nice staff, Nice Decor Cons: Overpriced, Bland food, Bad Drinks more
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good food, but... 3/12/2003

The dishes themselves were very tasty, but the service was incredibly disjointed. they forgot one of our orders of ceviche, and it arrived with the check! The tables were small, cramped and the chairs uncomfortable. Also, don't sit near the back door when its cold! Pros: ceviches, cuban sandwich, cocktails Cons: tables/chairs, service more
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good food, but... 3/12/2003

The dishes themselves were very tasty, but the service was incredibly disjointed. they forgot one of our orders of ceviche, and it arrived with the check! The tables were small, cramped and the chairs uncomfortable. Also, don't sit near the back door when its cold! Pros: ceviches, cuban sandwich, cocktails Cons: tables/chairs, service more
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  • The Scene
    The bar's upbeat Latin music, colorful stools and cocktail napkins, and a fruity drink menu are the first confirmations that Agozar lives up to its translation: "A good time." Add gracious staff, 25 tasting-sized tapas and lively noise from the dining room and you'll be planning your second visit before you've been seated. Mingle at the angled bar or hit the narrow back room where the city's pretties are celebrating birthdays like it's their full-time job.

    The Food
    Cuban-raised siblings Diana and Gerardo Perez now offer their household favorites for sharing. (Servers suggest two per person for passing.) Groups will appreciate larger plates such as the harmonious Cuban sandwich with plantain chips, or mussels steamed in a banana leaf. But smaller dishes, including skewered marinated pork, breaded steak (Grandma's recipe) and four empanadas with four sauces, are where the chef shines, making each bite a small Cuban feast.

  • 5/9/2005 Provided by Citysearch
Additional information
  • Hours: Mon-Thu 5pm-12am Fri 5pm-2am Sat 5pm-3am Sunday - closed, but open for private parties
  • Payments: American Express, Visa, Discover, Master Card
  • Neighborhoods: Downtown, East Village, Bowery
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