BOBO

Let me start off by mentioning the positive. Our waiter was a delight. You could tell that he loves his job by his positive attitude during a stressful evening.
Now, a well deserved 1 star for Bobo. First off, how dare they call themselves a French restaurant when they don’t greet you in French, have a wait staff that can speak French to the customers, and lack basic French cuisine?
I have NEVER left a restaurant before finishing my meal. We were served MOLDY bread. Yes, I repeat, MOLDY bread from this OVERPRICED «FRENCH» restaurant. Does no one check the items they are cooking? Who puts slices of bread down to be toasted and not even notice the mold growing on it? What kind of chef allows moldy toast to be served in a $$ restaurant. Was I at McDonalds? We were prepared to spend good money to eat here. If they’re serving moldy bread then how fresh is anything else? The escargot came out warm like it had been sitting around under a heat lamp waiting to be served.
The next problem is the meathead GM. What a joke. He ran around like a chicken with his head cut off. Bad management. Bad customer service. If a restaurant isn’t busy there’s a problem. The bus boy said they had a rare busy night and everyone was stressed. You could literally cut the tension in the room with a knife.
The wait staff was doing their best, but we were not going to stay and continue to eat at our own risk. I’ve watched enough episodes of Kitchen Nightmares to know if they’re serving moldy bread, the the scallops are hanging out with the duck.
The star is for the wait staff
0 star for GM and food

Bobo doesn’t disappoint. This place is definitely one of my favorites in the city– I’ve been a handful of times, and the food is always fantastic, along with kind, dedicated service staff.

I was visiting a friend in the city and we are both so indecisive when it comes to eating new places. We had been walking around West Village and came upon BOBO. We looked over the menu and the host was asking us what we felt like, when I think he realized we needed a shove, grabbed my hand and pulled me into the restaurant with my friend joining. Someone needed to take the initiative. The décor is beautiful and felt like we were outside. The tables were a bit tight and at first I felt like we were on a triple date with the people on either side but we quickly settled in. The waiter was very good and he could make someone crave a rubber tire with the way he explained each dish. He let us sample some wines and wasn’t too pushy.
We started off with the foie gras which was delicious. I got the scallops over leek risotto and my friend had the salmon. Now my dinner was fantastic and I finished ever last bite, but my friends Salmon was out of this world! I’m a chef and I was in awe. Every bite a crunch to it from the peppercorn crust and there so much flavor from a light sauce. She ordered it medium rare which to me is the most cooked salmon should be and it came out perfect.
We definitely spent a large amount on the meal as everything is pricey to some standards but nothing any New Yorker wouldn’t be used to.
I would definitely go back!

My wife and I dined at Bobo the night I asked her to marry me (August two years ago). The food was fantastic and the staff are excellent. My only complaint would be is that the staff almost gave away my surprise proposal because they gathered near the kitchen to watch me propose… but it turned into a funny anecdote to tell the guests at our wedding. Bobo will always be my go to restaurant when I am in NYC.

Our friends from out of town wanted to celebrate a birthday in Manhattan. They wanted a special meal. They read reviews for Bobo and made a reservation based on the positive reviews.
We did not have the same experienc as the reviewers. The atmosphere is nothing special. There were many empty tables while other restaurants that we passed were filled. The bread was soft instead of crisp on the outside. Our appetizers were just ok and my octopus appetizer was sent back because it was very burned. Our main courses were warm instead of hot and again mediocre We ordered coffee which was never brought but was charged on the bill.
Very disappointing! We do not recommend Bobo.

The restaurant itself has great ambiance and the staff couldn’t be nicer. However, the food is just okay.
The fluke ceviche was decent — fresh and in lime/​lemon juice but nothing to go wow over.
The mushroom raviolis are good but a bit watery and with all the french places that kick mushroom sauce butt, this one was a bit of a disappointment.
I tried the skate as an entrée but it came out stringy and almost raw so i sent it back. Maybe it’s my fault as i’m used to crispy skate wing with capers from the Ocean Club which is the best fish in the city, but this one was quite underwhelming.
To be fair, my girlfriend had the pork belly and liked it very much. I took a bite and it tasted like raw bacon. To each his/​her own, eh?
Dessert was good but I don’t go to a place like this for their dessert. Again, great staff and vibe but why come back?

For being such a cute and proper classy French eatery the happy hour was too good to be true: great drinks, dollar oysters, great service and loved the décor. Very romantic! Must try their Tuna Tatare so fresh and delicious and the truffle fries were addictive. I will be back for sure!

I worked with Allyson at Bobo NYC to run a dinner event for 30 guests. I wanted an ambiance that was both down-​to-​earth and classy, and boy did Bobo NYC deliver.
We held our dinner in the Garden Room, a beautifully decorated space with soft lights and charming furniture. It is spacious enough for people arriving to mingle before sitting down at the table, yet cozy enough for people to feel like they’re in an intimate setting.
The food was also excellent. We set menus for a three-​course meal, and Allyson worked to meet the dietary requirements of all our guests, from people who were sugar-​free, to gluten-​free, to vegetarian, paleo, and vegan. Everything was delicious.
Finally, the service was top-​notch, both before the event and during.
I highly recommend working with Bobo NYC if you want a smooth, enchanting experience for your guests.

Four stars, driven by the excellent service during a Mother’s Day brunch! The space is beautifully decorated and made for a nice occasion.
We started with an order of beignets that came out warm and quickly.
I got the polenta and eggs dish which was assembled beautifully, but lacking a little flavor. I almost never add salt to a dish, but it was necessary. Other dining guests got the eggs Benedict (without salmon) and seemed very pleased.

Finally checked it out w my bff, the margarita is solid. The cheese platter is great but I suggest pairing it w olives and not grapes. All very good except the Brie like one. Beef tartare quality is good but needs to be better seasoned… fresh salt perry and caper will do. Overall a solid place.

Quaint and trendy vibes, plus delicious food! The sunroom/​patio area on the highest level seems to be the the best seats in the house (literally, the house.) Wouldn’t recommend the oysters as they were terribly small and flavorless, but the duck was fantastic.

Have been here for a quiet, peaceful and beautiful brunch with friends and during Happy Hour. BOBO is simply sexy in a way that people who have never been to NYC have imagined it to be. The bar is beautiful, the staff and service have always been excellent and the drinks are top notch made by some really great mixologists.
We will continue to come back and rave about it.

Walked in while exploring the area with a friend. Didn’t have any of the food, but happy hour was $ 7 cocktails (usually $ 14). Definitely want to come back and try the food!

Great atmosphere. Friendly service. The bar was hopping downstairs, we dined upstairs where the atmosphere is bougie and relaxed. Great date spot. Fun round booths in the front for a group too.

Nice place and downstairs was just fine for the 4 of us on a Saturday night. Servers were nice, but not as attentive as could be. Needed to ask for things multiple times. Salads were excellent. Oysters were ok, nothing special. Roast chicken was cooked nicely, however small and could have been two pieces; white and dark, instead of one breast. Scallop dish was good, but small. Duck, a specialty, was well prepared however nondescript. The steak au piovre was requested rare to medium rare. They asked ‘which one’. We went with medium rare but should have said rare. The peppercorn sauce was completely a dud. Not only were there no ‘peppercorns’ (not necessary), but the sauce had absolutely no taste and no zest. The fries that came with the dish were soggy. The sides of wild mushrooms (nothing special) and roasted brussels sprouts with bacon (very good) were a nice addition. Two glasses of wine and two beer. On the whole, the evening was nice; the food nondescript; and the cost on the high side. If you are looking for a nice place to go, this is it. If you are looking for real French food and ambiance, this is not the place.

Went to dinner at Bobo on Jan 28^th and I think I caught the staff on a bad night.
As many of the positive reviews have mentioned I found the design, décor and ambiance trendy, rustic and warm.
The menu looked very appealing and presentation of the dishing a was elegant. I enjoyed my winter soup appetizer, and roasted sea bass with pea shoot purée special entrée was satisfying but lacked finish. I believe an addition of lemon or something acidic would have made it a truly complete dish.
Service was generally great at the senior level (gents in the grey suits, and the host). Our waiter was pleasant, but unfortunately didn’t completely have command of the specials.
There were two events that diminished this dining experience
First, our waiter was not attentive enough to notice that our entrées were extremely late (30mins) in arriving. We had to catch the attention of a gentleman clearing a neighboring table to alert the staff to the situation. Our waiter did come to apologize for the delay and offered us some sparkling wine.
Secondly, we had to wait 10 mins and subsequently go help the staff find out coats. I am not sure why it was so difficult for the lady managing the coats to locate the coats as the ticket marker matched the hanger number. It looked like the coats were stored in very haphazard manner. I hope they team works on organizing the space and process to ensure efficient service to future guests.
I really wanted to love Bobo, but unfortunately this experience missed the mark. I have high hopes for an amazing time when I return.

Celebrated a friend’s b-​day here, last Saturday night. The first level has a bar/​seating area: a mix of trendiness and rustic (bare bulbs, brick walls, wooden chairs, sleek bar). The upstairs dining room is cozily posh: copper tabletops, velvet banquettes, candle-​filled fireplace, bookshelves. Also upstairs, a smaller bar creates another seating area. Beyond that is their heated solarium.
The bar staff was efficiently friendly, and after 2 bottles of wine, we moved to our candlelit table upstairs. Our «theatrical» waiter, Mark, was brightly attentive. Water always full, great bread, intuitive service. Young jazz singer, Melanie, did great work with her pianist!
We shared these perfect appetizers: escargot, foie gras, steak tartare, charred octopus. For dinner, I had a sublime cassoulet – exactly as the recipe should be – and perfect against a winter’s night. Beignets for dessert!
The next day, I called to find out when their singer would perform again. The reservationist wasn’t sure, so she transferred me to the maître d’. Despite a busy mealtime, he graciously offered to find out and call me back. A half hour later, his suave voice gave me the information I wanted. Talk about «above and beyond» the call of duty! That was amazingly nice. With or without the singing, I’ll be back sooner to enjoy the great food and ambiance.

I rarely feel inclined to write reviews on Unilocal.
However, after last night my group and I were really taken care of by the staff. In my group of four, we entered about 10:30 (on a Friday night, without reservation no less.) So out of sheer luck, we snagged a nice table on the bottom level. I communicated to the server, that we were there for the music. He promised to get us a table above where the music was being played.
We ordered food, and drinks (which we were told would be brought to us upstairs.) Fifteen minutes later, we were hurried upstairs where a table awaited us. It took a while for drinks, and food to reach us (there was apparently miscommunication between the wait staff.) The group was hungry, and so our first round of drinks was comped, and we were brought a free plate of ravioli.
All in all, they hooked us up. The food was superb, the music was great, and the lighting was intimate (it’s an ideal spot for a date.) There’s a lot of venues in the area, however, I gotta heavily endorse this spot!
Good peeps.

Service was 5 star! Surprised the wine was affordable compared to food price.
Date Tip: If you are going make a reservation and sit outside (enclosed) perfect winter/​summer.

All I will say is book reservations and try to get on the top level. It’s worth the hassle. There’s also a golden swan faucet.

Great décor. So cozy. Loved the outdoor space too. Super staff and handy location for me. The food was ok. Nothing amazing or outstanding. I was only there for brunch though so perhaps dinner is better? I’ll be going back to see for myself.

This review is for drinks only; I’ve not tried the food.
I came here with a friend after dinner on a Friday night at around 8pm. We wandered around the Village before choosing this place. The bartender was really friendly, and the drinks were pretty good. I had the Cripple Creek, and my friend ordered a mojito, which he enjoyed. It’s very cozy, dimly lit, and wasn’t too crowded when we went. Would definitely return.

Great food, but a little rushed.
I reserved on the web and requested a romantic table for date night. The maitre’d acknowledged to request when we entered and sat us upstairs next to the fireplace. What a charming space! The service was excellent, and the waiter’s recommendations were quite on point. He wasn’t afraid to steer us away from a dish we asked about, which always adds credibility.
The food was terrific. The side of Brussels sprouts with bacon was well worth it, and there were some nice wines by the glass.
The only complaint — I felt a little rushed. I would still come back. Maybe next time I’d order apps then wait to order the main course.

Enjoyed a lovely dining experience. Staff was friendly albeit reserved. Waiter was knowledgable and prompt. I had the Steak au poivre. Tasty. Steak was ever so slightly tough. Green peppercorn sauce was good. After dinner coffee was slightly on the not hot enough side. All that being said, it is Old world French charm. A bit pricey. I would give it another go.

The salmon — it rendered me speechless. I have never had such delicious salmon (Saumon Écossais Rôti). I honestly was not even very hungry and I finished every bite.
We started with the Poulpe à la Plancha and Tartare de Thon. The octopus was crisp on the outside and tender inside. A lot of restaurants tend to overcook octopus and it becomes tough and chewy. This was not the case at Bobo. Both appetizers were excellent, expect small portions. I had the 79 Amos Street (Hangar 1 Vodka, watermelon juice, lemon, rosemary) to drink. It was refreshing with the watermelon juice and not too sweet. The texture was thicker than I expected.

Went to Bobo for brunch and loved everything! The outside garden is beyond adorable and the French Toast absolutely decadent!

This review is for drinks only. They do happy hour til 7 pm. I went there to meet a friend who works in the area. It is about $ 14 for a margarita but during happy hour it’s like $ 6 I think? Anyways the margaritas were made rally good and spicy (jalapeño). The ambiance is great and very intimate. It’s a bit small (at least where we were sitting) but it’s perfect for a date i’d think. Dimlight, candles and not too loud in there. The servers were friendly as well.

Eh what to say really. Come here for brunch. Unimpressed. Décor is really nice. Upstairs with the outdoor seating and «garden». Service is blah. Server didn’t really know anything about the menu and he only came to take our order and to pick up our check, asked him questions he was like «food is good here»…amazing –_​– and that’s just is the food was alright. Looks better than it tastes. Had Brunch, eggs benedict and french toast. French toast was alright nice thick bread a bit sweet. The selling point for the eggs was that the biscuit they served it with was home made. It was a dry crispy flat cracker. Girl bye.

I selected BoBo based on Unilocal reviews, and once again, thank you.
As you go down the stairs, it feels like you have stepped into a quaint place, outside the city limits. Our hostess sat us in the enclosed garden which I loved.
Once seated, we had a funny and gracious waiter who served us well through out the evening.
We ordered an excellent Meursault and embarked on a delicious culinary journey.
Appetizers:
1. Poulpe à la Plancha (octopus) warm bean ragout, tomato marmalade, black olive oil
soooo good, the pairing was just right, a perfect match and very well executed
2. Sardines Marinés, Oven-​dried tomatoes, torn basil, grilled lemon toast
a let down in terms of quantity, pairing and texture. The marinated sardines had a sushi texture, not what we expected and putting it over greens didn’t help.
Entrees:
1. Risotto de Conquilles Saint-​Jacques, Seared sea scallops, porcini, asparagus tips, crème fraiche
Unbelievable, the risotto was creamy/​flavorful and the scallops were cooked perfectly
2. Jarret D’Agneau Braisé au vin Blanc
Chardonnay braised Colorado lamb shank, Parmesan polenta, house cured lamb bacon, foraged ramps & mushrooms
I thoroughly enjoyed the tender lamb and polenta
Side dish: Pommes Frites (Parmesan) with truffle mousse– decadent, delicious and a bit over priced but who cares when they are so good.
Dessert:
Strawberry trifle– served in a glass– it was good, but very little and a let down at $ 12.
Even Le Cirque delivers a more sophisticated dessert at these prices.
Overall, I was pleased with BoBo. It offers a great ambiance and delicious food whether you sit in the garden or in the intimate dining room.

The Quick: An underground, candle lit restaurant, Bobo is perfect for happy hour or a first date. Great specialty drinks to help get your seductive face on.
The Details: Although I’ve only tried the ravioli (which were very good), the happy hour special is what keeps me coming back. Losing one star for the rude waiter the last two times we were there. It has been a while since I’ve been, so I’ll reconsider after our next outing if we have better service.
The Damage: 2 for 1 specialty cocktails (so ~$ 7 each from 5−7pm).

I can’t imagine why anyone would give this restaurant less than 4 stars — I just really don’t see it. Harsh critics out there. The food, service, atmosphere were all fantastic, and the only thing keeping me from giving 5 stars is that the vegetable sides that came with both dishes were ridiculously salty.
I had the special, which was pork chop in a planko and bacon crust. I’ll pause now while you re-​read that: pork covered in bacon.
…As you can imagine, it was delicious.
Would love to go back and sit downstairs in the bar area which looked a teensy bit more trendy than the charming upstairs dining room.

I love how the ambiance is different in each area and yet they all look like they have a great vibe to it. We were seated on the upstairs at the main dining room … I really like how it has a classic look to it.
For the drinks I had the Strawberry Fields which I thought was really good and a friend went with Ticket to Rye’d.
For dinner we had the Sea Scallops Risotto and Long Island Crescent Duck Duo. Both were delicious (love that they support local farms as well).
Service was on point and a few staff members came to checked up on us numerous times. Mark who was our server that evening was phenomenal … He was very attentive, had some great recommendations and he also have a great sense of humor.
Had a great experience over all … great for date night.