Cosme – Mexican
Cosme is a sleek, dimly lit sanctuary where the earthy aroma of freshly nixtamalized corn meets the sophisticated energy of a modern Mexican atelier. Artfully plated dishes celebrate the soulful flavors of heritage ingredients through a contemporary lens, from the rich, communal ritual of slow-roasted duck carnitas to the delicate, smoky sweetness of charred corn husk meringue. Every vibrant bite pulses with a refined artistry that honors tradition while pushing the boundaries of the modern palate.
35 East 21st Street, New York, NY 10010 +1-212-913-9659 https://www.cosmenyc.comRating: 4.3/5 (3044 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Cosme
Dairy-Free at Cosme
Cosme in New York has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Montauk Fluke Aguachile, Ensalada de la Casa and Grilled Atlantic Scallops. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Cosme
Cosme in New York has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Montauk Fluke Aguachile, Ensalada de la Casa and Grilled Atlantic Scallops. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Cosme
Cosme in New York has 27 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Montauk Fluke Aguachile, Ensalada de la Casa and Guacamole Aux Fine Herbes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Cosme
Cosme in New York has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Stripped Bass Ceviche and Summer Cosmepolitan. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Cosme
Cosme in New York has 5 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Stripped Bass Ceviche, Tabaco & Chanel and El Ninja. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Cosme
Cosme in New York has 7 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Stripped Bass Ceviche, Spicy Casa Dragones Blanco and Summer Cosmepolitan. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Cosme
Cosme in New York has 15 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ensalada de la Casa, Guacamole Aux Fine Herbes and Concord Grape Sorbet Shiso. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Cosme
Cosme in New York has 26 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ensalada de la Casa, Guacamole Aux Fine Herbes and Orange Blossom Pan de Muerto (Box of two). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Cosme
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Octopus | 53.8 g | 48.7 g |
| Classic | 17.7 g | 33.2 g |
| Stripped Bass Ceviche | 1.3 g | 33.1 g |
| Summer Cosmepolitan | 14.7 g | 31.6 g |
| Chipotle Gulf Shrimp Flauta | 37.3 g | 28.9 g |
| Ensalada de la Casa | 21.2 g | 23.8 g |
| Paloma | 23 g | 21.9 g |
| Watermelon Agua Fresca | 10.3 g | 21.2 g |
| Tabaco & Chanel | 0 g | 21.1 g |
| Tlāloc Old Fashioned | 59.2 g | 16.8 g |
| Spicy Mezcal | 0 g | 14.4 g |
| Clam Tostada | 44 g | 12.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its chic
Menu
Dinner
Contemporary cuisine rooted in Mexican flavors and traditions.
- Guacamole - $23: Aux fine herbes, crudite, corn tostadas Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, High-Fiber
- Ensalada de la Casa - $21: Oak lettuce, apples, beets Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Maine Uni Tostada - $38: Salsa mexicana, avocado
- Hiramasa Tostada - $29: Chile mixe, purple shiso
- Montauk Fluke Aguachile - $32: Asian pear Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Soy Free
- Fingerling Potato Tamal - $30: NY aged cheddar Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Grilled Atlantic Scallops - $38: Al pastor Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Octopus - $32: Daikon, chile morita Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, High-Fiber, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Romanesco Tlayuda - $42: To share
- Mole de la Casa - $36: Garnet sweet potato, savoy spinach Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline
- Iberian Duroc Pork Chop - $46: Butternut squash Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Grilled Branzino - $45: Heirloom tomatoes, tamarindo Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline
- Omaha Angus Strip Steak - $108: Black garlic (to share)
- Pekin Duck Carnitas - $112: To share
Dessert
- Concord Grape Sorbet - $11 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Pecan Tamal - $20
- Chocolate Mousse Cake - $22 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Corn Husk Meringue - $22 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Sunday Brunch
Available from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM
- Guacamole Aux Fine Herbes - $23 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline
- Stripped Bass Ceviche - $30 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Raw-Food, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
- Clam Tostada - $29 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Icelandic Arctic Char - $29 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Octopus Sope - $30 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Chipotle Gulf Shrimp Flauta - $29 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Maine Lobster Chilaquiles - $35 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Mussel En Escabeche Mollete - $32 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Miglioreli Farm Corn Omelette - $30 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Grilled Branzino A La Talla - $39 Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Pekin Duck Enmolada - $30
- Churros - $19 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cornhusk Meringue - $22 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal
- Tamal De Nuez Maple Syrup - $18
- Concord Grape Sorbet Shiso - $11 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Cocktails
- Classic - $22: Cimarron Blanco, Combier, Lime
- Spicy Casa Dragones Blanco - $24: Giffard’s triple sec, lime, serrano Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb
- Mezcal Manojo Espadín - $22: Combier, Giffard’s 1885, Lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Spicy Mezcal - $24: Chile Infused Agua Mágica, Pierre Ferrand, Lime Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Cadillac - $26: Reserva de la Familia Reposado, Pierre Ferrand, Grand Marnier, Lime, Black Salt Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Tabaco & Chanel - $24: Bombay Sapphire Premier Cru, Manojo Espadín, Lillet, Bergamot Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Invisible Friend - $24: Maestro Dobel, Salers aperitif, Dolin Blanc, Carpano Bianco Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Paloma - $22: El Tesoro Blanco, Grapefruit, Honey, Lime, Soda
- Summer Cosmepolitan - $22: Grey Goose, Flor de Azar, Harry’s Berries strawberries, hoja santa, lime Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Prickly Pear Swizzle - $22: Casa Lotos sotol, Condesa gin, St Germain, Dolin Blanc, Prickly Pear, lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Telenovela Part X - $22: Pisco 1615, Neversink gin, DeGroff Amaro, Lustau, Purple Corn, lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- El Ninja - $24: Manojo mezcal, Roku Gin, Dolin Blanc, Shiso Shrub, Ginger, Lime Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Tlāloc Old Fashioned - $28: Gusto Historico Espadín, Legent, El Tesoro Añejo, Duck Carnitas Reduction, Maple, Bitters Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
Non-Alcoholic
- Jasmine Pearl Horchata - $12: Jasmine Pearl tea, Rice, Vanilla, Honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Watermelon Agua Fresca - $12: Watermelon, hoja santa, chia seeds Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Renal
- Corn Colada - $14: Seedlip Garden, corn, pineapple, coconut Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal
- Prickly Pear Fizz - $14: Seedlip Grove, ginger, prickly pear, soda Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Raw-Food, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
Specials
Día de Muertos Pop Up
- Orange Blossom Pan de Muerto (Single) - $15: Traditional Mexican bread Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium
- Orange Blossom Pan de Muerto (Box of two) - $28: Traditional Mexican bread Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
Frequently Asked Questions about Cosme
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- Cosme offers 40 diet-specific categories including vegan Mole de la Casa, keto Grilled Branzino, and gluten-free Maine Uni Tostada.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Experience this chic, luxury restaurant rated 4.3/5 through the communal ritual of slow-roasted duck carnitas in its dimly lit sanctuary.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not specify the total number of reviews for Cosme, only an average rating of 4.3/5.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Cosme accommodates mixed dietary needs with vegan Mole de la Casa, keto Grilled Branzino, and gluten-free Maine Uni Tostada.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers love the chic atmosphere, slow-roasted duck carnitas, and charred corn husk meringue, earning the restaurant a 4.3/5 rating.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Cosme has a website at https://www.cosmenyc.com, but the provided data does not specify if online ordering is available.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include Pekin duck carnitas, charred corn husk meringue, Maine uni tostada, mole de la casa, and grilled branzino.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Cosme appeals to luxury diners seeking a chic, modern Mexican experience with extensive dietary options like vegan, keto, and gluten-free.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Cosme by visiting their official website at https://www.cosmenyc.com for reservations and additional restaurant information.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Cosme maintains an overall average rating of 4.3/5 and is celebrated for its chic atmosphere and modern Mexican cuisine.
- Is Cosme dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Cosme has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Montauk Fluke Aguachile, Ensalada de la Casa and Grilled Atlantic Scallops.
- What can I eat at Cosme on a dairy-free diet?
- Montauk Fluke Aguachile, Ensalada de la Casa and Grilled Atlantic Scallops carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Cosme have vegan options?
- Yes. 15 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Ensalada de la Casa and Guacamole Aux Fine Herbes.
- Is Cosme gluten-free?
- 4 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Cosme?
- Octopus, at roughly 48.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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