Tried take out after seeing the good reviews the place got. Had the marinated skirt steak, shrimp oreganata, thai wing appetizer and key lime cheesecake. Everything was great, we really enjoyed it. The place looked very nice inside too. Will be back for sitdown dinner one night. read more

This was my 2nd time there and to be honest I was a bit disappointed. The service was ok, waitress wasn't very attentive, blunt and to the point. I honestly felt rushed at the table due to covid restrictions, we all want to get out and have some normalcy and enjoy. We decided to come back a 2nd time because Valentine's Day was good, so we thought we'd go for my birthday dinner but I wasn't impressed with the everyday menu it didn't offer to much variety, only 1 steak dish which was filet mignon. The Valentine's menu was much more appealing. We all have bad days however I'm not sure if I'd go back. read more

The most beautiful atmosphere and service. The food is amazing. This is a must try place and well worth it. Came here with my family including 14 year old twins and they all loved the food. Shawn is a wonderful waiter and Allison our hostess was so lovely. Will be back again and again!!! Great addition to the area. read more

I was so happy to hear that NOCO was opened again after the lockdown. The outdoor seating looked beautiful and the food tasted just as good as it did the last time I was here. Can't wait to return next weekend. read more

NOCO has a city feel to it, which I appreciate. Creative and wide ranging menu and drink selections. Was able to get a reservation late in the week for Saturday night. Had to wait a bit but no problem, just sat in the nice bar area. The staff were extraordinarily friendly. read more

First time dining- won't be the last! Wonderful anniversary dinner. Food outstanding. Staff were amazing - everyone from the bar to our server! Food excellent. Special menu choices seasonal. Decor and bar area light and modern. Would not hesitate to drop in and eat at the large bar. Thanks to all for a special night. read more

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Stopped in on a Friday night, the place was packed but we found two seats at the bar. Paige was wonderful. She is knowledgeable, helpful, attentive all while being very busy. I have food allergies and was thrilled they have a GF menu. Everything was delicious. I normally don't order duck but thought I'd give it a try based on Paige's recommendation, it was fantastic. Didn't think I had room for dessert but had to try the GF chocolate cake with fig espresso gelato, yum!! We will be back for sure. read more

Tried NOCO for the first time last night, Lauren my server was the best! Gave great recommendations and was extremely attentive and professional from beginning till end. Will be returning read more

I really enjoyed NOCO we sat in the bar area I loved the fact that there's tv it's so hard to find a nice place with TVs. I rounded up on the 5 is probably give it a 4.5. I thought the food was good but not the most amazing meal. I didn't feel it was over priced and I would def go back there again. In fact we already discussed it. read more

Last night was my first time dining at NoCo - and certainly won't be my last! I've been anxious to try out this relatively new St. James spot after hearing great reviews from others and perusing the menu for months. Unfortunately, I'd made the mistake of waiting too late for reservations on multiple occasions. Our cocktails - the "Island Fever" and the huckleberry/gin concoction were great starters, followed by a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon each with the main courses. Service - exceptional. Our server, Krista, was extremely attentive and rounded out our 2.5 hour dining experience. Everyone else was fantastic as well! Ambience - great. We were considering sitting outside, but opted for inside. It got a bit loud later into the evening, but that's to be expected on a Friday night at a hot spot. Loved the decor. Three Small Plates: 1) The octopus with fingerling potatoes, smoked sausage, and peppers - so, so good. Large pieces of tender octopus and great flavor made this an "A" dish. 2) Crispy oysters over a papaya slaw with a miso-soy aioli were very, very good - "A-". 3) Wine braised beets with toasted pine nuts, ricotta, citrus, and greens - decent, but not spectacular. I wish this salad had been dressed/seasoned a bit better. A "B-" dish that I probably would have passed on had I knew what to expect. Main Courses: 1) PERFECTLY cooked swordfish loin over squid ink risotto, with an amazing shellfish & curry sauce that I wish I had more of was absolutely an "A". The two accompanying thin asparagus were kind of pointless, but didn't detract from the dish. 2) Scallops, which were quite large and perfectly seared, over riced cauliflower - very, very good, but there was a bit of an iodine twang in the cauliflower. I can't recall the exact components of the dish, as it wasn't my main. Honestly, the flavor didn't bother me too much, but it was a bit of a turn off to my dining partner. I'd rate the entire dish a "B" solely - but the scallops themselves were an "A". Dessert: 1) An OUTSTANDING, warm fresh fig and ricotta cake, which was a special and which we were told had just been baked that morning. We were contemplating passing on dessert, but I'm so glad that we didn't because this was an "A+" ending to an overall delicious meal. I wish we'd each ordered our own. I'm looking forward to establishing NoCO as one of my "go to" fine dining locations. Will be back! read more

Took advantage of Restaurant Week and picked up takeout from NOCO. Everything was absolutely delicious. We ordered shrimp cocktail, mussels, veal bolognese and shrimp oreganota. All wonderful and more than enough for 2. Can't wait for dessert! read more

Just went to NoCo, St James to celebrate my birthday ... OMG! How awesome it was! Loved the ambience, the decor, the service and the food was amazing! It was our first time there and we agreed we will definitely be going back! Thank you for a wonderful way to celebrate my birthday!! read more

The place is gorgeous the food is stellar and service amazing. Simple words for just an amazing place

The food is amazing, service is fantastic and the staff is extremely friendly. I look forward to many more dining experiences here with my wife. read more

We had drinks at the bar and tried the crispy oysters. Fantastic! Next time we are definitely going for dinner. Bartenders were super friendly as well! read more

NOCO - New American Near Me - Saint James, New York

Not a fan... we were sat at a bar table, then proceeded to wait 20 minutes to be acknowledged. Finally the hostess that sat us came to check how we were doing. She took our drink/app order and we finally saw our server 40 minutes after our seating. There was a large, boisterous table behind us that was occupying all of the servers attention. He finally came by and informed us that the large table was the owner and they were sampling wines. The food was pretty good. Just not good enough to ever go back. We were an afterthought all evening. I'd think an owner would have a sense of how his dining room is running. Also, when the food was brought to our table I asked the food runner a question. She had to chew the food that was in her mouth before answering. Who delivers food while eating??? Unfortunately she wasn't the only employee I saw chewing in the dining room. The hostess was great and tried to help where she could. She even followed us outside to offer a gift certificate for a future visit... we politely declined. I live local and I'll never go back. I took the time to email management before posting anything negative, but it's been months and I never received a response. That makes me feel like they just don't care. read more

High caliber food, friendly / professional service and nicely done interior. Parking is the only issue.

food - ok. got soup ( was sugary) and pasta was just ok. dessert was too dry got chocolate cake. As a teen I'm usually about taking photos of my food, to post on social media but wasn't even worthy. service - eh chairs - are awkwardly too high the outdoor dining is cute with carpets (the reason for 3 stars/5) It is somewhere to go if all options are booked. read more

Everything was ok, but just ok. The service was very nice and super friendly and lacking attention. Like 10 minutes for a drink. I ordered a "signature cocktail" and it was eh! I want back to my usual for the second. I also ordered the fillet mignon and as it was very edible it lacked something. I would say everything I had was underwhelming. read more

We had dinner at NOCO on Saturday night and we were very impressed! From atmosphere to service to the overall culinary experience, everything was top shelf. Shannon, our waitress was very knowledgeable, friendly and attentive throughout our meal. My wife & I had the tuna tartare appetizer, which was superb, followed by the Bucatini Pasta with Shrimp & Lobster and a perfectly cooked Rack of Lamb. Our friends raves about the scallop entree. The prices were fair for the quality experience and we really look forward to going back again in the near future. read more

They had outdoor seating with a heater and felt like we weren't even outside. The food was astonishing and the service was quick and efficient. we had the sweetest waitress and will definitely be going back. read more

Happen by this place by accident. I am so happy we did! They have a nice selection on the menu. They had a very reasonable price fix menu on a Sunday, which we enjoyed. Wait staff was very pleasant. We will be back for sure! read more

I wanted to love NOCO. Thoughtful presentation, but their dishes lack flavor. Overcooked meat and overpriced menu options will lead me back here only if we can't get a seat at Vintage next door. read more

NOCO is a great high quality restaurant. There is nothing negative to say about this restaurant. Wish I had the time to eat here more often.

Nice place with good ambience. The bar is a nice place to sit and have a drink and the bartender was very attentive. The food is good enough, but very overpriced. The night we ate there the service was painfully slow. It took 20 minutes to meet our server and another 20 to get our first drink. I had the grilled octopus to start which was delicious but there was not much octopus on the plate. My wife started with the tuna tartare which was very well done with a nice size serving. The short ribs were delicious although a little too saucy and there was good amount on the plate. The duck was good but very small portion size. We won't be rushing back. read more

The Manager never made eye contact as he told us the only table available was by the door. We had a reservation and told him we were unhappy and he said that's all I have. No offer to wait or a complimentary cocktail or any consolation. Not happy with staff Not great north shore service. read more

This place is good. Food was exceptional and the service was great....with one minor exception which is why I didn't give it 5 stars Came in for dinner with 8pm reservation...we were about 15 minutes early so we waited at the bar....absolutely no problem we wanted a drink anyways....and we were early. The bar seats were all taken so our party of four waited by the bar area used to pass drinks to the wait staff getting drinks for the restaurant. ...and we waited and we waited....trying desperately to make eye contact with either of the two bartenders...mind you this was not a crowded bar just all the bar seats were taken...it was apparent neither bartender wanted to help and one even washed glasses while we stood there...neither of the bartenders came over for at least 5-10 minutes. The female bartender who did come over eventually came over with a look of complete disdain....I had my hand in the air trying to get her attention and as she sauntered over she said "yeah I'm coming"....oh I'm sorry are we bothering you asking for a drink at the bar you tend? No sense of urgency. Told one of my party who asked what kind of margaritas they have that she could make whatever she wanted....not in a nice way but in a way that said you figure it out....then when the drinks were brought over over I dropped a $100 bill on the bar and suddenly....a smile and a pleasant attitude was resuscitated to this young lady....came off as so offensive that I need to drop money to get quality service... Ended up leaving a $20 tip on 4 drinks. The rest of the us experience was great. The restaurant staff was very helpful and attentive and the food was great....they had an awesome steak special. We were not rushed and the waitress Kristin was super helpful to one of our party who had several food allergies. We would definitely go back but maybe avoid the bar read more

Great birthday night out with the family. Our party of 6 was greeted warmly by the host, the bartenders and our waiter. The service continued to be great straight throughout the meal. The decor was bright and elegant and all the plants were a nice decorating touch. 5 in our party ordered off the main menu. Two had the Lamb Wellington and said it was excellent. Another had the NY Strip and said the same. The Salmon and Roast Chicken also got rave reviews. I ordered from the specials and had the Minestrone Soup followed by a Shrimp and Swordfish over fettuccine with a red sauce. It was outstanding. I can't tell you about desserts because we didn't have any room. The tap beer selection was varied and interesting. The wine and special cocktails were great as well. We'll be back and I can't wait. read more

So, so good! We have had this place on our "to try" list for some time now. We ended up with no kids tonight so it was a perfect opportunity to go to NOCO. Chris was our server and we sat by the open kitchen at a table for two. We started with drinks and I had the pretty woman cocktail. It was full of cucumber flavor and a great start to the night. We shared three small plates (don't judge!) and they were very generously sized. We had the lobster and corn cake, burrata and beet appetizers. The lobster and corn cake was generous with lobster and perfectly cooked. The burrata had beautiful heirloom tomatoes and the most delicious chickpeas. The beet app was so different with the creamy ricotta, tangy grapefruit, crunchy pignoli nuts, and sweet earthy beets. It was so gorgeously plated too. For mains we had the swordfish special and scallops. The swordfish was atop corn and shrimp couscous and was so perfectly seared and roasted. Hubs wasn't a huge fan of the sauce on top, but his taste varies from mine and he's not too adventurous. The scallops were crusted with brown butter and pistachios and cooked to perfection! I subbed the cauliflower rice for potatoes with raclette. It was heaven! We shared the dessert special of pear and berry crumble with vanilla gelato. I had an espresso too. All I can say is wow! It was a home run from the food, to the service, to the ambiance. Chris was incredible and you can tell they all work as a team to ensure that everyone has a great diving experience. I had the pleasure of seeing the items leave the open kitchen and I already know they next time I'm getting the watermelon and feta small plate. All in all this fine dinner cost much less than we expected, being that we had before and after dinner drinks, apps, mains and dessert. I have to say I think this is my new favorite and I can't wait to go back for my birthday. read more

My wife and went to NOCO for the first time a few weeks ago at my son's behest, who has worked in the fine dining industry for about seven years. The food was excellent and we really enjoyed our night! Everything was fresh and delicious. The only minor complaint was when the wine was brought to our table, the young lady who served it did not present the bottle for inspection, nor did she ask us to taste it. She simply opened it and poured. Ok for a low end restaurant but not for a $60 bottle of wine in an upscale restaurant. Other than that it was great! Hope to return soon. read more

This new farm to table restaurant is a great addition to the area. The oysters I had were really great and I am picky about oysters. The duck entree I had was cooked perfectly. My wife's ceviche was flawless. The service was excellent and the owner came over and suggested some great wines. The beer selection looked impressive and we will definitely be back in the very near future. I highly recommend this new restaurant! read more

Jumped over here on the fly when Husk and Vine seriously disappointed us, everything was 5 Star, service was amazing, drinks and food were unbelievable, menu had so many choices we will have to return to try them all. Very quite and enjoyable whether your out with a date or just friends. Price was reasonable and the vibe was very upbeat. Double thumbs up on this gem, give it a try you won't be disappointed! read more

Welcome addition to the area! Food was delish! Only negative (and hence the 4 and not 5 stars) is that we felt cramped because the tables were so close together (like in the city). They were so close we could hear everything from the table near us and the waitresses had to keep squeezing in between to serve us and our neighboring table and we had to pull out the tables to get out. We will definitely give it another try because the food was so good! read more

Cute atmosphere, but I feel this restaurant is trying to be something it is not. The cuisine is supposed to be farm to table, however the flavor palates are all over the place and don't really make sense with certain menu items. I got the salmon, however it came out very bland and only had a small sliver of salmon and two asparagus. Looked pretty- but definitely wasn't thrilled especially for the high price tag. read more

Went to NOCO for dinner with my wife and was very impressed with all aspects. The staff was friendly, professional and accommodating. The menu was diverse and included a balance or tried and true dishes, as well as interesting and inventive creations. The service was prompt, attentive and kept the meal moving at the perfect pace. The food was prepared and served with pride and the staff seemed to have genuine concern that our meals met with our satisfaction. The presentation was top notch and our meals were excellent. All in all, this restaurant is highly recommended to those who value a entertaining and enjoyable culinary outing. I would not refer to NOCO as an inexpensive restaurant, BUT the prices are reasonable for the the level of craftsmanship and service that they offer. Our night out for dinner provided us with a true fine dining experience and we will be back. read more

First visit. Definitely not disappointed. Chef has a flare for thinking outside of the box. Not your typical faire. Presentation is Perfection and, most important, the food is DELICIOUS! The chef pairs food in a manner that is not stereotypical and the result is truly palette pleasing. We look forward to making NOCO one of our regular dining spots. read more

We came to NOCO for Mother's Day after a friend had recommended it. The weather was quite dreary that day and pulling up to the small parking lot and unassuming restaurant front, I was a bit tentative. Any feelings of doubt were quickly erased when we walked in. The interior is quite nice and we were greeted immediately. Once we were seated, we were a table of five, the entire experience was quite lovely. Service was top notch, the creative cocktails were all enjoyable and the food itself, obviously the most important thing, was quite delicious. Mom was overjoyed with her experience, and we all had a wonderful time. The ladies in our party even received a rose on our way out in celebration for Mother's Day, which honestly was a nice touch I'd definitely recommend this place to anyone. read more

Came for the first time last night for my anniversary. Start to finish everything was incredible. Fresh, delicious food, awesome cocktails and all around great service. Kudos to chef and staff! Highly recommend! read more

My wife and I went here for our anniversary. The food was incredible and the drinks were too. We both tried a few different drinks and appetizers with the recommendation of our waitress Kristen. She was very sweet and knowledgeable about the menu. Would definitely recommend. read more

Great bar and vibe. Very crowded bar area, food was good but overpriced for what you got. Very small menu.