We went to celebrate a birthday. The drinks were well prepared and the presentation was very impressive. The food was very delicious and good portions. Also, the food was delivered timely and displayed very pretty. Definitely go again and I feel in the summer when they open the outdoor patio, It would be a perfect setting and gathering place for my friends. 
Jill
My friend and I shared the Picanha and it was phenomenal, the portion size was huge and so juicy and tender, the yucca was flavorful but a small amount for the amount of steak. We ordered and extra side of yucca and it came with a garlic sauce that was very good, we had wished they served the sauce when the first brought out the steak. We also tried the garlic flatbread which had a lot of flavor but they could not serve with a side of marinara which I found surprising. The drinks were all so cute and fun, I tried the passionfruit lemonade and this was one of the best mocktails I have ever had, every sip packed an explosion of flavor. A place like this I would have expected more appetizers/tapas style but either way what I tried was fantastic! I did however have to make a deposit ($5pp) for my reservation that I was told would be subtracted from my final bill which it was not, however I did not notice this til I got home so keep an eye out for that. We chose this spot becuase of the beautiful ambience the photos show online, while it was beautiful it wasn't everything we were expecting, it appears there are 2 rooms, one on the other side of the patio that looked more lively and decorated. Will definitely be back in the summertime to get the full experience.
William
I had the PICANHA TOP SIRLOIN, FRIED YUCCA AND SALAD and it was delicious. I couldn't eat it all, and had two more meals at home. Would certainly visit again, and order the same meal. Dessert too was delicious!
Lauri
Made a reservation for a small group prior to attending a show at the Hanover Theatre. Ordered the nachos with chicken. I am not a big nachos fan but I really enjoyed them. Not super cheesy and lots of chicken. The fries were great as was the Burrata with Pesto. I liked the fact that it was quiet enough to actually have a conversation! The staff was friendly and helpful.
Shaun
Painfully painfully slow, and poor service. Went for a pre-show cocktail/apps and drinks took over 20 min to arrive, had to chase servers for plates for the apps. Just a poorly run establishment
Rachel
Great experience! Delicious food and drinks, beautiful atmosphere, wonderful service! All-around perfect date night!!
Elizabeth
I love the decor, the vibe, the people, the cocktails, the food is good, but the service is so bad I wanted to leave.
Noah
We had amazing food, quick service, and the live music to boot was great!! Amanda was an awesome server, very attentive and helpful at all times of the night. The patio is the perfect atmosphere for a date night out on the city. We loved our experience from start to finish!
Cathy
What a great place to go to! We listened to Chris Shelby play live acoustic music. He is an up snd coming musician here in Worcester, with amazing talent. Their menu provides much to choose from, American, Italian, Brazilian and Mexican fare. Their burgers, apps and cocktails were fabulous! A great find! We WILL be back!
Kristen
The food was good, but overpriced for what you get. The service was not great. Our server rarely came by our table, and when she did was not very friendly. They also were not willing to make accommodations to the food upon request, and some of the staff members were staring at our table. It was very uncomfortable. Overall we were very unimpressed, the mixed drinks were bad too. Mine was lukewarm warm and didn't taste like alcohol and my friend had too much alcohol in hers and the flavor wasn't great. Two of us ordered fries and the seasoning on them wasn't consistent (one order had too much and the other barely any). When I requested the reservation fee be removed from my bill the server told me it would be refunded, when I showed her that it said on the reservation confirmation that it would be deducted she just glanced at it and said nothing before walking away and then said nothing when she handed me the bill. She did the same thing when my friend mentioned she didn't like her drink. For what you are paying for the food, the service should be a lot friendlier and the drinks should be a lot better too. I've gotten friendlier service at McDonalds. The only thing that was good was the aesthetic and the food itself was good but overall not worth the $$ - esp not for the service you're getting. We definitely do not plan to return.
Cocktail Garden and Kitchen is hands down one of the best dining experiences I've had in Worcester. From the moment you walk in, you're welcomed into an atmosphere that's warm, stylish, and full of personality—just like the owners, Diogo and TIBES, who are truly the heart and soul of this gem. The food? Absolutely unforgettable. Every dish is crafted with creativity and love. The fried yuca was perfectly crisp, the baked cheese dip rich and comforting, and the meatballs in tomato sauce were packed with flavor. The dessert—oh my!—was both stunning and delicious, with tropical flavors and a presentation worthy of a magazine cover. And let's not forget the cocktails, especially the espresso martini, which was smooth and indulgent. Diogo and TIBES make the experience feel personal, like you're a guest in their home. Their attention to detail and genuine hospitality elevate this place from great to spectacular. If you're looking for an incredible meal, a vibrant vibe, and hosts who treat you like family, Cocktail Garden and Kitchen is it. Can't wait to come back!
Bryan
This was our first time here, and we will be back. The cocktails were wonderful and the food was excellent. We were two couples and we had the Brazilian sampler, a flatbread, and a quesadilla and they were perfect for sharing. Plus it left room for dessert which was delicious!
Stephen
I made a reservation via OpenTable which required a $10 deposit which clearly stated that the $10 would be applied to my bill when I cashed out. It was not. When I asked the hostess about this, she assured me that the $10 would be credited by OpenTable, it was not. The food was OK, nothing special. The service was VERY slow considering we were the only ones at the bar and there was only a couple of other tables being serviced. Cannot recommend and will not be going back.
Baron
First time here. Can't say we are impressed. Server didn't do well for us. Her attention to our order detail was poor. Two items were completely wrong and had to be replaced. The food was decent except for the brisket tacos. Driest meat I've been served in a restaurant. Virtually inedible. I will say the onion rings and popcorn chicken were good. Drinks were ok but nowhere on par for the price. Sadly, this is likely a one and done for us.
John
they didn't have my reservation when i got there. they messed up our order and when i addressed it they were less then receptive. in the end after arguing with the manager they took the two meals they had messed up off the bill
We went to celebrate a birthday. The drinks were well prepared and the presentation was very impressive. The food was very delicious and good portions. Also, the food was delivered timely and displayed very pretty. Definitely go again and I feel in the summer when they open the outdoor patio, It would be a perfect setting and gathering place for my friends. 
My friend and I shared the Picanha and it was phenomenal, the portion size was huge and so juicy and tender, the yucca was flavorful but a small amount for the amount of steak. We ordered and extra side of yucca and it came with a garlic sauce that was very good, we had wished they served the sauce when the first brought out the steak. We also tried the garlic flatbread which had a lot of flavor but they could not serve with a side of marinara which I found surprising. The drinks were all so cute and fun, I tried the passionfruit lemonade and this was one of the best mocktails I have ever had, every sip packed an explosion of flavor. A place like this I would have expected more appetizers/tapas style but either way what I tried was fantastic! I did however have to make a deposit ($5pp) for my reservation that I was told would be subtracted from my final bill which it was not, however I did not notice this til I got home so keep an eye out for that. We chose this spot becuase of the beautiful ambience the photos show online, while it was beautiful it wasn't everything we were expecting, it appears there are 2 rooms, one on the other side of the patio that looked more lively and decorated. Will definitely be back in the summertime to get the full experience.
I had the PICANHA TOP SIRLOIN, FRIED YUCCA AND SALAD and it was delicious. I couldn't eat it all, and had two more meals at home. Would certainly visit again, and order the same meal. Dessert too was delicious!
Made a reservation for a small group prior to attending a show at the Hanover Theatre. Ordered the nachos with chicken. I am not a big nachos fan but I really enjoyed them. Not super cheesy and lots of chicken. The fries were great as was the Burrata with Pesto. I liked the fact that it was quiet enough to actually have a conversation! The staff was friendly and helpful.
Painfully painfully slow, and poor service. Went for a pre-show cocktail/apps and drinks took over 20 min to arrive, had to chase servers for plates for the apps. Just a poorly run establishment
Great experience! Delicious food and drinks, beautiful atmosphere, wonderful service! All-around perfect date night!!
I love the decor, the vibe, the people, the cocktails, the food is good, but the service is so bad I wanted to leave.
We had amazing food, quick service, and the live music to boot was great!! Amanda was an awesome server, very attentive and helpful at all times of the night. The patio is the perfect atmosphere for a date night out on the city. We loved our experience from start to finish!
What a great place to go to! We listened to Chris Shelby play live acoustic music. He is an up snd coming musician here in Worcester, with amazing talent. Their menu provides much to choose from, American, Italian, Brazilian and Mexican fare. Their burgers, apps and cocktails were fabulous! A great find! We WILL be back!
The food was good, but overpriced for what you get. The service was not great. Our server rarely came by our table, and when she did was not very friendly. They also were not willing to make accommodations to the food upon request, and some of the staff members were staring at our table. It was very uncomfortable. Overall we were very unimpressed, the mixed drinks were bad too. Mine was lukewarm warm and didn't taste like alcohol and my friend had too much alcohol in hers and the flavor wasn't great. Two of us ordered fries and the seasoning on them wasn't consistent (one order had too much and the other barely any). When I requested the reservation fee be removed from my bill the server told me it would be refunded, when I showed her that it said on the reservation confirmation that it would be deducted she just glanced at it and said nothing before walking away and then said nothing when she handed me the bill. She did the same thing when my friend mentioned she didn't like her drink. For what you are paying for the food, the service should be a lot friendlier and the drinks should be a lot better too. I've gotten friendlier service at McDonalds. The only thing that was good was the aesthetic and the food itself was good but overall not worth the $$ - esp not for the service you're getting. We definitely do not plan to return.
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Cocktail Garden and Kitchen is hands down one of the best dining experiences I've had in Worcester. From the moment you walk in, you're welcomed into an atmosphere that's warm, stylish, and full of personality—just like the owners, Diogo and TIBES, who are truly the heart and soul of this gem. The food? Absolutely unforgettable. Every dish is crafted with creativity and love. The fried yuca was perfectly crisp, the baked cheese dip rich and comforting, and the meatballs in tomato sauce were packed with flavor. The dessert—oh my!—was both stunning and delicious, with tropical flavors and a presentation worthy of a magazine cover. And let's not forget the cocktails, especially the espresso martini, which was smooth and indulgent. Diogo and TIBES make the experience feel personal, like you're a guest in their home. Their attention to detail and genuine hospitality elevate this place from great to spectacular. If you're looking for an incredible meal, a vibrant vibe, and hosts who treat you like family, Cocktail Garden and Kitchen is it. Can't wait to come back!
This was our first time here, and we will be back. The cocktails were wonderful and the food was excellent. We were two couples and we had the Brazilian sampler, a flatbread, and a quesadilla and they were perfect for sharing. Plus it left room for dessert which was delicious!
I made a reservation via OpenTable which required a $10 deposit which clearly stated that the $10 would be applied to my bill when I cashed out. It was not. When I asked the hostess about this, she assured me that the $10 would be credited by OpenTable, it was not. The food was OK, nothing special. The service was VERY slow considering we were the only ones at the bar and there was only a couple of other tables being serviced. Cannot recommend and will not be going back.
First time here. Can't say we are impressed. Server didn't do well for us. Her attention to our order detail was poor. Two items were completely wrong and had to be replaced. The food was decent except for the brisket tacos. Driest meat I've been served in a restaurant. Virtually inedible. I will say the onion rings and popcorn chicken were good. Drinks were ok but nowhere on par for the price. Sadly, this is likely a one and done for us.
they didn't have my reservation when i got there. they messed up our order and when i addressed it they were less then receptive. in the end after arguing with the manager they took the two meals they had messed up off the bill
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