BOKAGUÁ in the Bronx really did what needed to be done... Dominican x Asian fusion?? Yeah... they…read moresnapped. From date night to girl night this is definitely the perfect spot. The ambiance was nice and moody but still gave sexy. The music was good and service was even better... Oxtail samosas, lobster fried rice, cocktails, and a whole vibe I will definitely be back... did i mention I actually enjoyed each dish...them oxtail samosas so good.

This spot feels like it's quietly stepping into a much-needed role as a high-end date night option…read morein an area that leans heavily casual and family-friendly. The crispy octopus easily rivals anything I've had in Manhattan, super tender with just the right crisp. The cassava hash browns were so good I was almost annoyed by how simple they were. Paired with a rich, meaty sauce and a fresh fennel crunch, the whole dish was incredibly balanced. The wings were the most straightforward item on the menu (in the best way), lightly spiced, slightly sweet, and great for picky eaters. Someone needs to give the bartenders a raise. I ordered three drinks just to test consistency--every single one was balanced, spirit-forward, and not overly sweet. The presentation was different on each one and felt intentional without being gimmicky. I've seen some of the lower Yelp ratings and they mostly call out price, but this is very much a you get what you pay for situation. The quality of the food, the portion sizes (especially for this level of execution), and the overall intentionality behind the menu justify it in my opinion. Service was excellent. They squeezed me in last minute, and my waiter, Dionicio, handled my coconut allergy (not easy at a Dominican spot) with real care and ease. The space itself is worth mentioning - moody, mushroom/mossy interiors. Super cute, very well thought out, and definitely a place I'll be coming back to.

What a hidden gem! Good and wine were amazing!! Had the pasta trio, worth every penny!…read moreService was outstanding. Bread was delicious. Will absolutely return.

Came here for my marriage anniversary. It's small and intimate. The waitress we had was very…read moreattentive and kind. The calamari modo nostro was out of this world. I could've probably eaten that as my entree instead of just an app to share with my husband. It was THAT good. I also had the chicken vodka dish and while the vodka sauce was good, the chicken tasted very oily but it is fried so I guess it's expected? Either way, decent dish and veryyyyy filling. Would definitely recommend for a date night or a quiet night out with friends.

Found this little restaurant while in neighborhood. I was having a great happy hour. We had wine…read moreand some bites: chola and gaucha pizzette. Love the atmosphere of the place, would definitely come back for dinner

Super cute and great little spot right off Dyckman St! Beautiful bar counter, people having really…read moregood time it seems. Happy vibes! Great cocktails and our server was so thoughtful and sweet and kind!! We got a table for a big party. We all were so filled with happiness! We will be back x

Food. Service and Ambiance. It is like being at "Cheers"…read moreeveryone knows your name. I recommend the risotto and braised beef ribs

#whereisweekes....@ Porto Salvo celebrating with me bestie Diane and the Birthday Man Davied…read morealong with their cousin. The vibe is a laid back chilled mode. The food was good but the Turffle Fries tasted oily. The calamari, shrimp and friend cauliflower was seasoned. The drinks ok, had to ask for a shot extra to taste the liquor. The service was good. They came to check on us, making sure everything was satisfactory. Over, all we had a great time. I do recommend and will be back. It's a cute restaurant in the cut.

A cute lil spot in the Bronx nestled right on a corner. It's cute, they have a full bar, hooka,…read morefood and a DJ. I came here on a Saturday, (just missed happy hour) not thrilled about that. Happy Hr is from 3-7pm On A SATURDAY! Which is good. The DJ was playing good mixed music. Some R&B, Hip-Hop & Dembow. I ordered a Henny Punch... It taste really good but it wasn't strong. So for $60 I knew between the picture for my friend, and I we wouldn't have much of a buzz. For the food I ordered the salmon on the bed of vegetables with mashed potatoes, and it did taste good, but the salmon was very bland. I made the most of it, nevertheless. I would return, but strictly for happy hour prices.

Came here twice one for a friend b day the other for happy hour. Had a great time on both…read moreoccasions. The food is delicious and the service is good. The ambiance is great always have great music. Definitely will come here again. And don't let those drinks fool you they will sneak up on you lol

Absolutely delectable dinner.. everything we ate was expertly put together. Best bite was the…read morecauliflower hands down! Service was personal and kind, and the ambiance was incredibly sexy, perfect for date night.

Made a reservation for 4 people for brunch and had an amazing meal here! I tried:…read more + Cafe con leche + carijillo + Tacos de barbacoa + Guacamole + Corn hot cakes + Enmoladas de pato + Chorizo and eggs + Pollo with mole rojo + bunuelo de viento + Granizado de coco Highlights were the enmoladas de pato, followed by the guac and bunuelo de viento. Also loved the barbacoa tacos and chorizo and eggs. Highly recommend this spot!

To start I understand it's a new restaurant so i took that in mind when going there. We went at 3pm…read moreon a Friday afternoon. service was pleasant and friendly. They had the option to choose fresh fish sitting in the ice or cooked food from the kitchen. I opted for grilled branzino, shrimp and veggies. My family ordered the fried options. All cutlery and plating are plastic just fyi so it's a casual place. Also relatively loud Spanish music playing the entire time. not an issue but I did have to ask her to lower the volume because it was only 5 pple in the entire restaurant and I couldn't hear our convo at the table over the music. The timing of when the food came out was interesting so fried food first. I was waiting for my grilled food for another 10 mins and the rest of the dishes came out separately within 5-10 mins of each other. The fried food was not fresh but frozen. When questioned, the waitress said everything was fresh we can tell it was not. To preface we eat seafood often so we can absolutely tell. It would've been fine but the shrimp itself was tasteless, soggy/moist under the batter and the batter was falling off because of it. I would dare say the shrimp was pre cooked and frozen before it was fried. No flavor and chewy. My mom and grandma said the fish was okay it had a very fish stick look to it but no real complaints about the fried fish. (Whiting and catfish) My grilled food was just okay. The vegetables were solid I ate that with no issues, onions, peppers and eggplant. The branzino was a good texture asked for it to be butterflied but no real flavor. I had to add salt and pepper for taste. The shrimp was also okay but nothing to write home about. I wasn't super impressed but it was okay. Not sure if I would come back until I hear there's some growth culinary wise.

Nice place on really busy street. Friendly service. Pick your seafood and it'll be cooked anyway…read moreyou want it. So, we had fried calamari, mussels in wine, (cod) fish and chips, grilled salmon and potatoes. Nothing was disappointing and definitely filling. Since it's only open a month, it still needs to get some kinks out, but the concept is well worth checking out. No doubt I'll be back.

The restaurant is spacious with one sided booths. It did not open at the 12pm time advertised…read moreonline. It opened just after 3 and calling twice. We ordered the appetizer wings (approx 7 wingettes) They were deliciously crunchy with a delicious mango sauce. My daughter ordered the skirt steak. It was bland. I ordered the red snapper $42, very bland. I paid to try the mango sauce and chilli sauce neither helped. The rice and tostones were good. The Alchemist drink was a nice experience and flavorful. Overall the appetizers and drinks were great everything else not so good.

If I could give this place zero stars, I would. From the moment we walked in, the experience was…read moredisappointing. There was no host or hostess present to greet us or manage seating. We stood there confused, eventually trying to find a table ourselves. Since no one was assisting us and there were no open tables available, we sat at the bar. My friend continued waiting and trying to secure a table, but there was no communication from staff. To make matters worse, another group arrived after us and was seated before us. They mentioned they had been there before, and it felt like they were given priority while we were overlooked, despite waiting longer. Service at the bar was equally frustrating. The bartender was inattentive and focused only on certain sections. It took about 10 to 15 minutes just to get a simple glass of wine. We had to repeat our orders multiple times, which should have been a red flag.The appetizer, Korean wings, arrived quickly and was probably the only positive part of the evening. After that, everything went downhill. Our entrees took an extremely long time to arrive. It felt like nearly two hours. When the food finally came out, one of my friends did not receive her meal at all because the bartender forgot to put in her order. This was especially frustrating since we had repeated the order several times. When her dish, the pad Thai, finally arrived about 30 minutes later, it was mediocre at best and slightly cold. The steaks ordered by two of us were dry and under-seasoned. The vegetables were overcooked and bland. Overall, the food quality did not justify the long wait or the price. The bathrooms were another major issue. There was toilet paper on the floor and even period blood visible on the ground. It was unsanitary and honestly shocking. Cleanliness is the bare minimum for any establishment. The final bill came to $245, including an automatic $34 gratuity at the bar. Considering the service we received, this felt completely undeserved. There was no acknowledgment of the forgotten order and no attempt to make things right. As a final note, be cautious if you're wearing delicate or expensive clothing. The bar counter area has rough edges, and one of my friend's jerseys was snagged while we were sitting there. This was my first time here, and it will absolutely be my last. Between the poor service, mediocre food, lack of cleanliness, and high prices, I cannot recommend this place to anyone.