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    Bocao Bakery & Restaurant

    4.6 (46 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    John P.

    An absolute gem of a Puerto Rican comfort food restaurant and bakery. What a find! So many great choices on the menu made it a challenge to pick something. I ended up going with the El Asare (thanks to our server for helping me with the exact pronunciation), which is a delightful sandwich of Pork (leg), Ham, and Chorizo along with Swiss cheese, mojito sauce (home made) and cucumbers (which I barely tasted). The pork was so moist and flavorful. I inhaled that sandwich. The French fries were also a bit hit. Cooked perfectly and hot and fresh. As full as I was I couldn't help but visit the bakery side of the house where I opted to take home a rice pudding. It was such a huge portion it ended up being two desserts. This place has a great selection of pastries and desserts. In hind sight I should've just bought one of everything as I'm sure it's all amazing! Highly recommend this place for authentic Puerto Rican dishes made with and served with love!

    Best new restaurant I've been to in years. Can't wait to try everything. Food was exceptional along with well learned presentation skills.

    The food was great from the Guava Sangria to Sushi (pork, avocado, plantain) to the churrasco steak Mofongo to the Tres Leches (sooooo good!) and Chocolate mousse cake. We will be back!

    Kenneth P.

    Visiting from Louisville, Kentucky! Service - 4.5 / 5 Service was great. We were seated promptly and provided menus. The hostess didn't not provide her name that's why I subtracted .5 from the service. She checked on us just enough. Offered options for my allergies and provided good information. Food - 4.5 / 5 I got a sandwich (pictures attached) el guapo. It was very well made. Just enough balsamic and the cheese was great! Beverages - this is why I deducted .5 is because the beverages soda / water are pay per can or bottle. We were not informed it would be this way and no free refills. So keep this in mind when ordering things to drink. This maybe common in Florida however we're visiting and unaware. Allergy - I have a seafood, mushroom, and peanut allergy. I called ahead and they said they can accommodate my allergies. They informed me they fry things in different fryers and there would be no cross contamination. Environment / Ambiance - 5/5 The place was very hip, chill, and laid back. The food even matched the Ambiance. This has probably been the restaurant with the best atmosphere I've seen this trip. They would even spray some fragrance periodically. Restrooms - I wasn't able to check these out but they do have public restrooms. Sensory Sight - there are neon lights, screens, etc. The screen menus are overwhelming with options and choices Sound / Noise Level - music felt to be at an appropriate level where we could talk comfortably. Smell - you could smell the gas from the grill outside and they masked it by spraying fragrance. These maybe overwhelming for someone who has sensory concerns. Taste - there are many components to their food items, many different textures. Touch - tables, floors, and chairs were clean and free of any trash / debris. LGBTQ+ Rating - 3/5 The staff were really friendly. We didn't experience any homophobia or prejudice. However without safety stickers, support items I always do 3/5. Would Be Back / Would Recommend Yes we would go back and would recommend it to friends / family.

    Carne Guisada.  So  yummy
    Mia K.

    Each time I have dined at this place the food is just been amazing. It's a small dining area but does hold medium to a little larger group. Services always wonderful with the sweetest smiles from all of the staff. You are able to choose from the menu which has a variety of choices, or you are able to choose off of the food bar the daily specials. The staff will serve you from the food bar to your table or from the kitchen to the table. This place is always very neat and clean and such a pleasure to dine at. I was able to try the coffee with the pistachio and it was fabulous! Definitely a place to go again and again if you would like a wonderful choice of Latin fusion food. I highly recommend this anytime.

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    Lynn S.

    We came in because we wanted to try their sushi but then... I saw they had mofongo and I pivoted lol Pros: Very clean, very modern. Service is hands down some of the best service I've ever had (Oxford Exchange should send their folks here for training) The food was incredible - I had the mofongo with shrimp and ate it with the seafood sauce. The mofongo was savory and moist. The shrimp was cooked perfectly. The maduros were cooked how I like, almost over cooked but not and they had a hint of salt. - I had the passion fruit pudding but didn't get a photo... it was eaten too quickly Cons: We didn't know what to do when we walked in... do we sit? Do we order at the counter (you sit and someone will come and take your order) I will be going back soon and will definitely try the sushi.

    Passion Fruit mojito ‍‍‍
    Manny V.

    The food is always amazing the service is spectacular. You are treated as part of the family. The menu is wide spread and again delicious. The drinks are on point and tasty. Rest rooms are clean floors are immaculate and don't forget to have some coffee. I recommend un Bom Bom

    Near plate: pernil with white rice Fat plate: Shredded Beef (Ropa Vieja)
    Frank M.

    This place just keeps getting better. Stopped by last night for dinner and the food was awesome again. My wife got the Oxtail (Rabo for us Latinos) and she LOVED it! She is very particular on her Rabo and said one of best she's had in FL. As usual the service was excellent , we had Samantha take care of us and she is amazingly sweet and couldn't be anymore helpful. The place is really cute with a cozy atmosphere and surprise considering it's a strip mall with no signage. Definitely will keep coming back.

    Roast pork,(pernil) , white rice and beans!
    Fulano D.

    A welcome treasure in Clearwater for Puerto Rican food. We went for lunch and had the avocado salad which was so flavorful and refreshing w a great dressing. The shrimp mofongo would've made Bad Bunny jump! it was by far the best i've ever had. The pernil was super well seasoned and w the white rice and beans paired very well. Even the coffee was excellent. I had a colado to go. Don't miss this spot they also have bakery items which i'll have to try next time. The interior is super cute and not sketchy at all my bride says.

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    Restaurant is absolutely beautiful inside, the staff was very nice, and the food was incredible!

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    We wanted to try something new. Its good! Daily specials are a plus. Very clean and well decorated. Please support this business

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