BONSAII Tapas & Wine Bar

Name: BONSAII Tapas & Wine Bar
Address: 127 E 55th St, New York, NY, United States, 10022-3502
Telephone: (646) 484-2135
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

60 Reviews

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people

16 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 11 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Innovative

Inspired by the Japanese Bonsai Tree which is a miniature tree cultivated to resemble nature in a modest space and nurtured with artistic interaction, Bonsaii Tapas & Wine Bar is the ultimate representation of its namesake.
Our cuisine is inspired in International tapas, where everybody will feel welcomed and find something of their taste, putting spin on classic dishes and bringing creative new ones. Our "Secret Garden" is the perfect hidden gem in Midtown East for finding calm in the stress and noise from the city , located walking distance to Central Park and Bloomingdale's and in between some of the most popular avenues (Lexington Ave and Park Ave).

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Breakfast, Dining Bar
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(646) 484-2135
Website
http://www.bonsaiirestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
We'd be thrilled to host your next event ! Our lively family style menu sets the perfect tone for group dining – featuring international tapas, wine, sangría, beer, cocktails & more designed in the spirit of sharing and creating memorable moments.

Location
127 E 55th St, New York, NY 10022-3502
Area
Midtown East
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 60 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New York City
Tapas / Small Plates
Manhattan
Tapas / Small Plates

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

BONSAII Tapas & Wine Bar offers "exceptional food and adorable ambience" in a cozy, quiet setting within the Concorde Hotel. Guests rave about the "fantastic find" and "great service," with a "friendly and attentive" staff. Ideal for brunch or a relaxed dining experience, it boasts "delicious tapas" and a "beautiful & intimate setting."

60 Reviews

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william
Atlanta
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great services and food - intimate ambiance - great place prior to show
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Alessandro
VIP
Charlotte
43 reviews
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on 30 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food. Attentive service. We loved it and we will be back
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jeff
VIP
New York City
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 28 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great little find inside Concorde Hotel. Very cool vibe inside. Warm and fun. Good simple menu. We liked everything we had. Small list of nice and inexpensive wines. Great server Laura! Nice cozy place to come with friends.
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David
New York City
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 15 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Right in midtown. Simple and not expensive for breakfast.
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Deirdre
VIP
New York City
42 reviews
3.0
42 reviews
Dined on 9 January 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
It’s fine. I would not go out of my way to dine here. A place calling itself a wine bar should have a decent wine selection by the glass, which they don’t.
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Laura
Charleston
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on 4 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful table in a tiny and warm courtyard. Food was wonderful. Server was friendly.
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Nicola
Omaha
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bonsaii was a last minute choice for us and it did not disappoint!
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Cristina
VIP
New York City
23 reviews
3.0
23 reviews
Dined on 23 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Disappointing. With all the fabulous reviews, I did not notice any previous reviews mention that this place is outside, with only a few heat lamps for warmth. For the winter months I think this is imperative to mention. Also, they do not have a full liquor license, so all the cocktails are made with wine liquor alternatives. The food was actually fantastic - highly recommend the pesto meatballs, the sweet & sour chicken, and the patatas bravas. But really disappointed that those 2 initial items were not mentioned anywhere to plan ahead.
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Hakan
VIP
London
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on 22 December 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
They forgot to bring a bunch of our food and the croissants and pancakes did not taste fresh. Only the granola and hash browns were good. They gave a free fruit bowl as compensation but the fruit was not fresh. Would not recommend
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Sharly
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 19 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Randomly found this restaurant and cannot be happier about our experience. From the welcoming and friendly staff to the amazing food, such an unexpected surprise. My friend and I stayed until the restaurant closed and they never once made us feel rushed. Thank you for a great evening 😊
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BONSAII Tapas & Wine Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 60 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

16 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 11 times today

127 E 55th St, New York, NY 10022-3502

Additional information

Area
Midtown East
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Breakfast, Dining Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bonsaiirestaurant.com/
Phone number
(646) 484-2135
Private party facilities
We'd be thrilled to host your next event ! Our lively family style menu sets the perfect tone for group dining – featuring international tapas, wine, sangría, beer, cocktails & more designed in the spirit of sharing and creating memorable moments.

BONSAII Tapas & Wine Bar

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What 60 people are saying

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