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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Best

Agozar Cuban Bistro infuses the Bowery with the liveliest Cuban food NYC has to offer. Our Cuban restaurant...

Worst

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 WORST service! 4/18/2006

We were a party of 6 people Sat night (w/reservations). Drinks were great but once the server took our order he all but ignored our table! Never asked us if we wanted more drinks, sat with dirty dishes in front of us. I finally waved him down to ask for a dessert menu and then we had to wave him down to get the check. Unbelievable! Food was a bit bland and appetizers arrived luke warm. Unfortunately they automatically added 18% service to the check, which is probably why the waiter didn't care if we needed anything or not. Will NEVER go back! Pros: yummy drinks Cons: terrible service, ambience lacking, bad bad bad waiters more
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The WORST service! 4/18/2006

We were a party of 6 people Sat night (w/reservations). Drinks were great but once the server took our order he all but ignored our table! Never asked us if we wanted more drinks, sat with dirty dishes in front of us. I finally waved him down to ask for a dessert menu and then we had to wave him down to get the check. Unbelievable! Food was a bit bland and appetizers arrived luke warm. Unfortunately they automatically added 18% service to the check, which is probably why the waiter didn't care if we needed anything or not. Will NEVER go back! Pros: yummy drinks Cons: terrible service, ambience lacking, bad bad bad waiters more
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Not great at all!!! 3/31/2006

I don't understand how this restaurant was on the best Cuban food 2005 list. The ropa vieja was awful but the only good thing was the mojito. Pros: decor Cons: ropa vieja more
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Not great at all!!! 3/31/2006

I don't understand how this restaurant was on the best Cuban food 2005 list. The ropa vieja was awful but the only good thing was the mojito. Pros: decor Cons: ropa vieja more
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definitely the happiest happy hour 3/3/2006

Buy 1, get 1 free happy hours make each Mojito (the best Ive ever had) $4.50, that's a great price for a cocktail in the City. Also the early bird dinner from 5pm - 7pm was OUTSTANDING. You get a lot of food (3 courses) for the $19.95 and it can be easily shared between two people. The food, is exquisite hispanic food not just cuban. The quesadilas were better than some I've tasted in Mexican restaurants. It's a must all the way round. Pros: great ambiance, great value Cons: no brunch more
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definitely the happiest happy hour 3/3/2006

Buy 1, get 1 free happy hours make each Mojito (the best Ive ever had) $4.50, that's a great price for a cocktail in the City. Also the early bird dinner from 5pm - 7pm was OUTSTANDING. You get a lot of food (3 courses) for the $19.95 and it can be easily shared between two people. The food, is exquisite hispanic food not just cuban. The quesadilas were better than some I've tasted in Mexican restaurants. It's a must all the way round. Pros: great ambiance, great value Cons: no brunch more
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Definitely a Great Spot 3/3/2006

I'm a big fan of Agozar. I love going there for dinner and trying lots of new things cause everything tastes so good. But i also really like going there for a drink or two. Whatever it is, I always have a good time there and I'm always treated well. Pros: great food, lots of choices, nice staff more
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Definitely a Great Spot 3/3/2006

I'm a big fan of Agozar. I love going there for dinner and trying lots of new things cause everything tastes so good. But i also really like going there for a drink or two. Whatever it is, I always have a good time there and I'm always treated well. Pros: great food, lots of choices, nice staff more
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un inspired cuban 2/10/2006

salad, had minimal black beans, advocato and corn....not worth the $9. the cuban sandwhich was made on sloppy french bread..not a pressed sandwhich which I would expect from an 'authentic' cuban restuarant Pros: no wait - guess why? Cons: below average food more
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un inspired cuban 2/10/2006

salad, had minimal black beans, advocato and corn....not worth the $9. the cuban sandwhich was made on sloppy french bread..not a pressed sandwhich which I would expect from an 'authentic' cuban restuarant Pros: no wait - guess why? Cons: below average food more
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A truly unique experience 2/5/2006

Everything was alive and full of life at Agozar's on Friday night. My party orignally just came in for the great happy hour, but after smelling and seeing the fantastic food coming out of the kitchen, we couldn't leave til we had a taste. Pros: Happy Hour, Bartender Cons: closes at 1 am more
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No Place Better!!! 2/5/2006

Very Friendly people...Our waiter was very knowledgeable about the menu and was very helpful when asked for a recommendation. The Salmon was amazing and the Mojitos and the appetizers are wonderful and original! This is my husband and my favorite restaurant and we'll be back again and again! Pros: Original Entrees, Great Mojitos, Easy to fing parking more
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No Place Better!!! 2/5/2006

Very Friendly people...Our waiter was very knowledgeable about the menu and was very helpful when asked for a recommendation. The Salmon was amazing and the Mojitos and the appetizers are wonderful and original! This is my husband and my favorite restaurant and we'll be back again and again! Pros: Original Entrees, Great Mojitos, Easy to fing parking more
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A truly unique experience 2/5/2006

Everything was alive and full of life at Agozar's on Friday night. My party orignally just came in for the great happy hour, but after smelling and seeing the fantastic food coming out of the kitchen, we couldn't leave til we had a taste. Pros: Happy Hour, Bartender Cons: closes at 1 am more
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This Place Is Terrible 1/21/2006

We waited to be seated and spoken to by our waitress once and that was basically to order. We were both hungry and hoped the food would outweigh the lack of service. Once the food arrived we were surprised it was full of color and plated nicely. Only a few moments after that we realized the mix of colors was to over compensate for the BLANDEST cuban food we had ever tasted. The rice tasted like Uncle Ben's, the meat was not cooked thoroughly and had some pepper flake thrown on top for kick. I guess to this slacking duo, some pepper flake consitutes ""flavour"". We had our water glasses filled once and got the most attention from the bus boy who even got us our check. I would never go back to this place again and be weary the food is not authentic and tastes watered down. Pros: being able to leave Cons: food, service, price more
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This Place Is Terrible 1/21/2006

We waited to be seated and spoken to by our waitress once and that was basically to order. We were both hungry and hoped the food would outweigh the lack of service. Once the food arrived we were surprised it was full of color and plated nicely. Only a few moments after that we realized the mix of colors was to over compensate for the BLANDEST cuban food we had ever tasted. The rice tasted like Uncle Ben's, the meat was not cooked thoroughly and had some pepper flake thrown on top for kick. I guess to this slacking duo, some pepper flake consitutes "flavour". We had our water glasses filled once and got the most attention from the bus boy who even got us our check. I would never go back to this place again and be weary the food is not authentic and tastes watered down. Pros: being able to leave Cons: food, service, price more
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Diana and Gerardo were wonderful hosts!! 10/28/2005

We hosted a big party for about 40 people here and it turned out magnificent! The food was wonderful, the back room was perfect for 40 people, the service was great, and we even got to hire our own band! One thing that I was initially worried about was the fact that they required us to pre-purchase alot of alcohol, and I wasn't sure if we would be able to drink that much. But, their mojitos and sangria were so good that the pitchers were emptied with no problem. Finally, I was able to work closely with the two owners in planning the party. They were very flexibile to our needs and that is what really made the difference. How many owners of a hip NYC restaurant are that accessible? Thanks Diana,Gerardo,and Agozar. Pros: Owners, Food, Good Crowd more
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Diana and Gerardo were wonderful hosts!! 10/28/2005

We hosted a big party for about 40 people here and it turned out magnificent! The food was wonderful, the back room was perfect for 40 people, the service was great, and we even got to hire our own band! One thing that I was initially worried about was the fact that they required us to pre-purchase alot of alcohol, and I wasn't sure if we would be able to drink that much. But, their mojitos and sangria were so good that the pitchers were emptied with no problem. Finally, I was able to work closely with the two owners in planning the party. They were very flexibile to our needs and that is what really made the difference. How many owners of a hip NYC restaurant are that accessible? Thanks Diana,Gerardo,and Agozar. Pros: Owners, Food, Good Crowd more
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Absent service 10/14/2005

We decided to try this place the other day. It took over 20 minutes for our drinks to arrive. Food arrived quickly but we never saw the waitress between courses. Had to go up to the bar ourselves to get salt for our French fries. At the end of the meal, she brought coffee for those in our group who ordered the prix fixe dinner, but didn't offer coffee to the rest of our party. Food was pretty good, actually, but with such poor service, we'll never go near the place again. Cons: poor service more
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Absent service 10/14/2005

We decided to try this place the other day. It took over 20 minutes for our drinks to arrive. Food arrived quickly but we never saw the waitress between courses. Had to go up to the bar ourselves to get salt for our French fries. At the end of the meal, she brought coffee for those in our group who ordered the prix fixe dinner, but didn't offer coffee to the rest of our party. Food was pretty good, actually, but with such poor service, we'll never go near the place again. Cons: poor 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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