El Cocotero

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Top 14% of restaurants in New York City
7 / 10

4 expert reviews

“Bursting-with-flavor eats include sweet corn pancakes with shredded, stewed beef and sautéed shrimp in cilantro pesto and a variety of arepas. L & D (daily), Brunch (Sat & Sun).”

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Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Start your meal with a tropical juice like parchita or guanabana, and then enjoy some sweet plantains with orange glazed baked chicken and asado negro." Full review
New York Magazine New York Magazine
"El Cocotero is a bright, cheerful café specializing in arepas, the delectably dense, spongy corn-flour cakes stuffed with everything from chicken and avocado to soft farmer's-style cheese."
Time Out Time Out
"A mañana, mañana mood infuses this languid spot, with plantains hanging in the front window, lazily spinning ceiling fans and dewy palms." Full review