Boca
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Boca is THE best restaurant in Hickory. The food is amazing! The ambiance is the best. Our server, Carol, was fantastic as always. Thank you, Boca, for another perfect evening.
3 of us planned to eat at the corner of the bar, have a couple of glasses of wine and tapas while we caught up with what was going on in our lives. It was exactly what we were looking for. The service ~Olivia was wonderful! Professional, friendly, knowledgeable about wines and directed us well. She not intrusive but perfectly engaging. The food ~ spot on! We ordered the Piquillos, Chicken Tagine and Naan Trio- all really delicious and well presented. Noise level ~ perfect. We...read full review
Our server Ivy did an outstanding job. We started with the naan & dip platter. The tzatziki was very watery & the hummus was rather bland. The baba ganoush was very good and the naan bread was warm and tender. We both had the beef skewers. The meat was tender and delicious but a very small serving. The mashed potatoes and asparagus sides were satisfactory. It came with harissa sauce which we ordered on the side. It was very spicy. There was also a ramekin of tzatziki. For dessert...read full review
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5 - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 5 - 9PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 9PM |
| Friday | 5 - 9PM |
| Saturday | 5 - 9PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Boca in Hickory, NC is celebrated for its top-notch quality and taste of food, complemented by excellent service. Visitors consistently praise the attention to detail, spectacular experience, and beautiful ambiance. The menu features a Mediterranean slant, highlighting dishes such as tomato basil soup, Moroccan sliders, calamari, sautéed mushrooms, and sautéed shrimp. Prices remain reasonable, with a total bill of $112 for two people. While not every dish suits all tastes, the overall experience is positive, encouraging diners to explore more options on the menu.
Recent guests have shared enjoyable experiences, noting outstanding service with staff always greeting guests with a smile. Many appreciated the food, especially the small plates and mains like Bolognese, paella, and pizza. The atmosphere outside at night is highly recommended, enhanced by nicely lit and decorated fairy lights. The food, from tapas to dessert, has been described as excellent, with friendly and knowledgeable staff making each visit pleasant. Drinks like a Dark and Stormy and a reasonable selection of draft beers and wines by the glass have also received praise.
Customers have remarked on the great portions, making the overall experience worth a return visit. The Chocolate Mouse Cake is noted for being dense and rich, pairing well with coffee, while the bourbon pecan pie received mixed reviews for being chewy and flavorless. Despite a few minor issues, many find Boca to be a wonderful place to return to, especially after enjoying its lovely space and delicious food.