Coastal Spanish & Portuguese seafood hotspot w/ a vibrant, lively vibe. Think oysters, Piri Piri chicken & sunset views.
This bustling Portuguese and Spanish-inspired eatery in the Lower East Side offers a lively dining experience with a strong emphasis on coastal seafood. It's known for its vibrant atmosphere, perfect for group gatherings or a fun night out, and features a menu that often includes fresh oysters, clams, and prawns. The outdoor seating, especially during sunset, adds to its charm, making it a popular spot for those seeking bold flavors and a convivial ambiance.
The menu focuses on coastal Spanish and Portuguese seafood, with popular items including oysters, clams, prawns, and Piri Piri chicken. While many praise the bold flavors and freshness, some recent reviews have noted inconsistencies, with dishes like Louisiana prawns arriving cold and the Piri Piri chicken having uneven flavor. The lamb burger and shrimp heads have also been highlighted as noteworthy.
"Standout dishes include the Piri Piri chicken, prawns a la plancha, lamb burger, and the shrimp heads appetizer. The vodka martinis are also highly praised."
Customers generally rave about the vibrant atmosphere and the bold flavors of the coastal Spanish and Portuguese seafood. However, some recent feedback suggests potential inconsistencies in food quality and execution, while service is typically good.
Important Note
Some recent reviews suggest potential inconsistencies in food quality and execution, with certain dishes being less impressive than others. One user also noted a distracting experience with a photographer and a photographer at a nearby table.
"This restaurant in the East Village/LES is recommended for team dinners and offers vegetarian dishes."
Neutral"Cervo's in the Lower East Side was suggested as a dining option."
Positive"The user recommends Cervos."
Positive"The user was disappointed and underwhelmed by their meal at Cervo's a few months prior. They also had an odd experience with a photographer repeatedly shooting a large group next to their small table, which detracted from their dining experience."
Negative"This commenter believes Cervo's is primarily about the vibe and vermouth, and not surprisingly, the food quality does not hold up well for solo diners."
Neutral"This user suggests that the only dish worth ordering at Cervo's is the lamb burger."
Positive"This user found that food quality at Cervo's has declined since before the pandemic, with no dishes standing out during their recent visit. They were also unimpressed with the wine selection and found their table to be very small. While the service was good and the vibe was fun, they do not plan to return soon."
Negative"The original poster visited Cervo's and found the shrimp heads to be crispy and airy with good flavor. However, the Louisiana prawns were flavorful and well-cooked but served cold, and the Piri Piri chicken had inconsistent flavor and was slightly overcooked, though the fries were good. The poster also noted that a regular diner mentioned recent inconsistencies and observed an undercooked burger on another table."
Negative"This commenter simply listed Cervos as a suggestion."
Neutral"The original poster secured a reservation at The Eel, which is related to Cervo's, after Cervo's was fully booked."
Neutral"The commenter had an excellent dining experience at Cervo's, particularly enjoying sitting at the bar and watching the cooks while having vermouth."
Positive"Cervo's is a Spanish restaurant with a menu that often includes sardines and anchovies prepared in various ways. The reviewer highly recommends it for its delicious food and pleasant atmosphere."
Positive"This user suggests cutting Cervo's from the itinerary if a choice must be made, as Raoul's is a hard reservation to get and highly recommended."
Neutral"Cervo's was recommended by a user as a suitable option for the anniversary dinner."
Neutral"This user speculates that Cervos might not receive more mentions due to wait times and its location in Dimes Square."
Neutral"This user is surprised that Cervos has not received more positive mentions in the thread."
Positive"Cervos is listed as a recommended restaurant."
Positive"This user stated that Cervo's is the best, and also mentioned that Jajaja is horrible and le dive has good martinis, and Ha's is also good."
Positive"Cervo's was described as really nice. Other recommendations for drinks and food were also provided."
Positive"Cervo's was recommended."
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