Cowgirl SeaHorse

I love this place you come in this place in your transported back to the 70s, exposed brick decorated with sea horses. The food is good and the drinks are great. After you finish eating you can talk a nice walk on the Brooklyn Bridge.

Super fun and cute restaurant! Staff was very nice and attentive. The decor was so good and the food was great! The wings were amazing! Jalapeño poppers and enchiladas were great too. It was definitely Tex-mex so a little different than my favorite classic Mexican food, but still great! Music was fun. Will be going back! And it’s an affordable dinner in Manhattan so 10/10

The signature Shark Drink is a MUST try here! They also make a mean frozen margarita, that you can chose your flavor! Service was excellent!

Food was not good. Everything was super greasy and had no flavor. Onion rings were inedible; sent them back. Waiter brought us the wrong entrees and took them back after we started eating the fries; I hope they didn't give them to the people that actually ordered them. Onion rings were left in the bill; had to request them to be removed. Great decor but super loud, clientele AND staff. Won't be back; waste of money.

Great place, and where I first heard about the famous painting they have hanging on the wall This painting is known as “The Guardian of the Highway”, created in the late 1970s by an anonymous roadside artist who was once a long-haul trucker himself. Legend has it that after narrowly surviving a catastrophic accident in the Nevada desert, the man claimed to have seen a vision: a figure of Christ appearing above his wrecked rig, arms outstretched in both welcome and protection. He gave up trucking soon after and began painting devotional works in small towns along the interstate. Unlike traditional religious art, his subjects always merged the divine with the world of the road—chrome, diesel, and endless highways. This particular piece, featuring a gleaming blue semi beneath the blessing hands of Christ, became a favorite among truck stops and diners across the Midwest, where it was seen as a talisman for safe passage. Truckers whispered that those who carried a copy of this painting—or even a photograph of it—would find themselves spared from breakdowns and bad weather. Some said that if you looked closely at the truck’s headlights, they seemed to glow faintly in the dark, like guiding beacons on a lonely highway. Today, “The Guardian of the Highway” survives as folk-art legend: equal parts roadside spirituality, Americana, and the weary hope of those who live their lives between the mile markers"

Nestled in the easternmost edge of the seaport, just under the Brooklyn Bridge, you’ll find this inconspicuous little gem. They serve unpretentious Tex Mex sprinkled with seafood and burgers. I only tried the nachos but they were absolutely stellar. The beef was high quality, the guacamole was amazing and they make their own hot sauces. The green sauce was my fave. Sadly they don’t bottle the hot sauce for retail sale, or I’d purchase a couple. I can’t wait to return and try the burgers, I saw several of them hustled past me, one with gigantic fluffy onion rings. They looked as good as any burger I’ve seen. This place came highly recommended and it lived up to the hype. Great job.

8/28/25 two for the most friendly bar tenders and the wings were perfect

Loved the Seahorse decorations and the nautical vibe. The place was hopping on Saturday. I didn't try the food. The prices on the drinks were very reasonable, especially for The Seaport area. The service was good. I have to come back to try their food and spend more time here.

Fun & delicious. The bright colors of the decorations instantly makes you feel like you walked in the right door. The drinks are fun delicious mixtures, including flavored frozen margaritas. The food hits you well in your belly. Fish tacos, guac, nachos, braised beef, a countless selection of savory options will make you a repeat customer if you weren't already one from the cocktails. Outdoor seating is available and its a few short steps from Seaport. The bartenders provide some good laughs with service. Depending on your order the food tends to come out quickly in-between drinks. No muss, no fuss, pour another round and don't forget the loaded tater tot basket.

Reviewing a bar or reading a review of a bar can be a personal experience due to INEBRIATION haha. Stopped in for one drink, around 430 pm on a Thursday. Sat at the bar. There were tables of people. There were food and drinks. I think we had a pretzel and something fried maybe pickles. I'll have to search my photos. Nothing memorable about the ambiance, the food, the personnel. It was a beautiful day, it was July. Maybe I'll give it another try in the coming winter months, see if the vibe is different.

I was pleasantly surprised by my first visit here! The initial needing to wait for my whole party to arrive to be seated and lack of AC had me doubtful, but once we were seated staff was very friendly and even accommodating to my request to sit towards the back for cooler air. The moment you step in you see how fun and vibrant the decor is. The drinks match the vibes with fun names, and the one I ordered came with a free plastic shark! Food was very tasty too. Simple plates but they're packed with favor. Particularly loved my taco salad and nachos.

Great experience, but it almost wasn't. Jarielle saved the day. I think I know why some of the other reviewers complained about rude service. I came in with a group of friends for a birthday bar crawl. While we waited for the host to prepare our table, we waited toward the back of the restaurant. A male server walked past us on his way to the service bar making "shoo!" motions with both hands. When he got to the bar, he made the intentionally audible, passive-aggressive comment, "These dufuses need to move!" I said we are not dufuses, we are waiting for our table, and all he had to do was say excuse me or ask us if we could please shift over. When we got seated, I let Jarielle know about the situation and she agreed that is not the proper way to treat guests. She sent us a round of tequila shots and all was forgotten. A small blip at the beginning of the night, but overall, everything else was fantastic from there: great-tasting margarita pitchers, a delicious mountain of pulled-pork nachos that took me 2 days to eat, and of course, excellent service from Jarielle. The vibe was relaxed and fun, too. We ate outside and the weather was perfect. Overall, I definitely recommend coming here for large parties, but if your server isn't great, I recommend you switch and stay regardless. :)

About a 10 min walk from the metro. Came here for happy hour on a Friday around 5:15pm. Did not need a reservation and got a table right away outside (it was too hot indoors--i think the AC must've broken bc it was kind of stuffy). Servers were nice, but would overlap in taking orders and so they weren't sure if we had ordered already or not and ask multiple times. They did not have food items on the happy hour menu but it was some dollars off the regular margaritas. We got 2 frozen margaritas and some sweet potato fries. The margaritas were average, the fries were good...think I'd have to come back to try some other foods to determine how good the food is.

Loved the staff, everyone was so nice. Food was fab. And we had a nice area to ourselves. Great spot!

Service was really welcoming and friendly.. The Rattlesnake Bites appetizer spicy and on point.

the food was delicious. The french fries were my favorite because of how perfectly crispy on the outside they were. I would go back just to eat the nachos alone. Service was fun! the bar and staff made conversation with us and were nearby to ask us if we needed something. I loved the way the bar made me feel. very comforting. Ambiance was like the chill spot you end up at with your close friends.

Cowgirl Seahorse in Seaport is a gem! The friendly staff made my visit enjoyable, and the service was top-notch. I loved their seasonal lemonade drink; it was a perfect blend of flavors. The interior is spacious with plenty of tables and charming tiki décor, creating a relaxed atmosphere. It's an ideal spot to unwind while waiting for the nearby little shop to open. Definitely a place I'll be returning to. Solid 4 stars!

This is a pretty decent tex mex spot. It's great for after work with a group. The happy hour is decent as well. The margaritas are $9 ($2 extra for flavors). However, they have a nice variety of flavors. I ordered the frozen margarita with prickly pear flavoring, which was quite tasty. The nachos are exceptional! They're probably the best tasting nachos that I've eaten from a tex mex restaurant. The ingredients were fresh, and the flavors were good. A nacho platter goes a long way, so I'd recommend buying it if you're with a group.

My friend and I stopped by here for a casual lunch after we checked out the South St Seaport museum, Wavertree and Ambrose Lightship. The place is spacious, with a prominent bar area with lots of whimsical, sea inspired knick knacks, and plenty of seating. There was a very chill atmosphere. I ordered the fried fish sandwich which came with lettuce, pickles, onion and tomato, along with a side of fries. The fish was lightly crispy and the veggies were fresh, as well as crunchy. I also enjoyed the super flavorful and perfectly crisp fries. Service was pretty good throughout. All servers were friendly and everything came out in a timely manner. The menu is extensive, featuring a fusion of Tex-Mex, Cajun, and Southern cuisine. Prices are also with decent for the most part. I would be open to returning if in the area.

Cool ambiance and interesting/unique concept, but besides that, I don't really have anything positive to say. Our waiter gave us attitude as soon as we met and we asked for straws for our water (God forbid, I guess). Pretty steep prices for the smallest portions of bland food. Not to mention my rice with my fish taco (yeah an interesting choice to pair with fish tacos in itself...) was completely overcooked and tasteless. My boyfriend and I were still hungry after we finished eating. When I brought up my overcooked rice to the waiter he offered free dessert, I expressed that I would rather it be taken off the bill which was met with attitude....ended up getting $5 off the bill for my $21 meal (whoop-dee-doo). Overall I would not reccomend this place and I will not be returning.

Absolutely fantastic chicken burrito. Literally couldn't have tasted better. Great decor here too. 10/10 would recommend. Aaron the bartender was awesome.

What a fun place! It's perfect if you're with a large group and need a place that can accommodate without a reservation. Or just want Tex Mex vibe. The drinks were delicious! The food was great with huge portions that honestly lasted me days. Our server was also beyond accommodating and not freaked out by our groups love of the plastic mermaids. Highly recommend and I'll definitely be returning!

Used to love this place in college. Came back to check it out, was eventually greeted at the door by someone extremely rude, turned around and left for Jeremy's Ale House.

Shrimp Quesadilla is the way to go! I came here with three girls on a warm autumn day for brunch, therefore, we chose to dine outdoors. This place is pretty cute looking and you can see the Brooklyn Bridge right next to it. We started with Chips & Guac and drinks. Guacamole was pretty good - freshly smashed and had pieces of minced onions that gave it a nice crunch. I got the Red Sangria which I thought was alright. I got the Shrimp Quesadilla and I was really blown away about how delicious and huge it was. It had well seasoned jumbo shrimp, enough cheese, and sauce. It came with a side of guacamole (yes!!!), sour cream, and minced peppers to top each bite. It was super tasty! I devoured the entire plate without much thought. Overall, I had a really amazing brunch experience here and left with my tummy full. Definitely a place that I would like to return to when the weather gets warm again! :)

Went on a Friday night with coworkers after a long day of work & it was full of young college kids! It got a bit loud! The food was average & the drinks were okay!! Super slow service!

It's good but don't go to the bathroom. If you go to the bathroom you will get abused by the bartender his name is Matthew. My friend went to the bathroom and knocked on the door once, the bartender then opened the door pantless and abused him. Then when he left the bathroom the bartender chose to humiliate him in front of the bar. Embarrassing behavior from an adult.

They charge a completely worthless ~4% "convenience" fee for using a credit card. F*ck this business.

We went to Cowgirl Seahorse on a Wednesday night for trivia as a group of 5. The first three people in the group arrived around 7 PM and me and my friend arrived around 7:15 PM. When we walked to the front of the restaurant the employee there was so rude. They were very curt with everything they did and acted like we were wasting their time with everything we did. Afterwards we walked to where our friends were. They had already ordered so we waited to do so. But we ended up waiting and waiting and waiting some more. No one came over to help us. And everytime we tried to flag someone they kept saying they would find someone to help us but they didn't. When we were finally able to flag down the waitress and ordered our food the wait was again so long to get everything. We didn't receive our food till around 8 PM! I ordered a SHRIMP FAJITA and it was not that good. The grilled peppers weren't cooked all the way and everything was just not that flavorful. The whole wheat tortilla they came with was also not that good and really detracted from the meal. The shrimp itself was well cooked though. The experience of trivia was very fun! The wait between rounds was a little long but there was an engaging host with creative and surprisingly challenging rounds. We were also able to win one of the rounds and got two random jerseys as a gift haha. All in all, a disappointing night spent at Cowgirl Seahorse but with some fun trivia to mildly sweeten it.

I love Cowgirl Seahorse, it's everything you could possibly want in a divebar! It's casual, fun, eclectic, and with slightly overwhelming decor in the best possible way. It also has great outdoor seating underneath the Brooklyn Bridge. The service is always friendly and the drinks are creative and delicious. I love that they have many variations of a margarita and also allow for customization. I recently went for trivia night and the website said it started at 7, but it actually started at 8. Everything was great and it was crowded so the service was a bit slow, but they were extremely friendly when they made it to our table. The crowd was really fun and we killed some time ordering food and everyone enjoyed their meals. I ordered the blackened fish tacos which incredible. The fried capers on top was the perfect finishing touch. My experience at cowgirl seahorse was very welcoming.

This is one of my favorite bars in New York, and that's possibly because I accidentally found it wandering home after work one day. It's tucked away right by Seaport but doesn't feel like a FiDi bar, it's fun, eclectic, always has lights strung up like it's Christmas. I came here once during COVID and sat outside with a friend in the winter cold even though they had no patrons because that's how great this bar is. The shark-a-rita comes with a shark garnish that actually is a shot of cranberry juice that leaks and makes it look like Jaws is happening in your glass. The drinks are strong, not delicious; you are here for the seahorse, not the mixology.

Got drinks and food, definitely recommend the sharkaritas. The chips and gauc are amazing.

Drinks 4 stars. Food 1 star. Service 2.5 stars. Here we are evening out at 2. Mac n cheese portion is a joke Nachos are good Corn dog took 45 mins Fried pickles were mealy and not great but there were a lot of them Shark a Rita is fun and margs are strong Service wasn't great but it was Memorial Day weekend Overall don't come unless you're desperately hungry but come for a good drink

Went for outdoor dining the other day for a dog friendly dinner. Nice atmosphere for the outdoor dining and there's an option to order and pay from your phone to avoid server contact (if desired). We opted to order with the server. Everyone was friendly and attentive. Food came quick and was pretty clean, not greasy at all. Will definitely be back to try the other offerings.

This little place on the corner next to the Brooklyn Bridge has a great location and atmosphere. The menu has a variety of choices BUT how in the world do they get 4 and sometimes 5 stars?!? It must be the tourist that have never ever been to NYC, the food is a average, the service is slow and how many times does one have to ask for napkins and straws?!? The question you all want to know is would I come back...I would but I would sit at the bar and order a drink to prepare myself for the mediocre service. But I would try something different on the menu. Not bad, nor great, not good...but it's just okay.

Reported to the health department. Visiting NYC, used to love this place, I cannot believe what my partner and I witnessed. An older guy, his name was Alan? Amen? Not sure, he is short and very out of shape, we watched him spit in a glass, give it to some other guy (his name was Matt, he was sitting next to us, we presumed he was a guest, he WAS AN OWNER) this small sweaty man approved the glass THEN they filled it AND SERVED IT. Beyond disgusting, we took a photo of both of them and sent it along with our report: please contact 311 if you ever see anything as evil as this. What's crazy is that our service was wonderful before all of this, just petrified cause we had two rounds before.... Please avoid. They are the owners as far as we understand. Because we absolutely said something and we were told the owners asked us to leave ...

I went to Cowgirl Seahorse with a couple co-workers on Trivia. Staff is friendly and the atmosphere is fun and lively. I got a chicken taco trio which I found to be average however my friends swear the quesadilla is very good. The drinks are definitely strong here, the SharkRita had a quick effect. Additionally trivia night was sponsored by a beer company who gave out a free beer. Great place to have a few margaritas during happy hour and have fun with other guests.

My friend and I came here for brunch. I was excited because it looked cute from the outside and the decor was cute. Our first red flag should have been that there was no wait on a Saturday afternoon and the place had maybe 3-4 tables seated. Despite there being tons of tables, they looked stressed/annoyed when we walked in like where will we seat them!??? My next red flag was that the table next to us didn't seem to finish their food and seemed frustrated. I had looked at the menu ahead of time and knew what I wanted. My friend asked the waiter for recommendations but he didn't seem interested in providing any and gave a very apathetic response. My friend therefore needed more time to decide and she sure got it. Lol... they took forever to come back and take our order. There were 2 waiters tending to us at various points and I think a hostess but still very slow service. Every time we tried to grab a waiter for a question or something we needed they would rush passed us and not look our way. We were also sat near where they drop off plates/cutlery for cleaning and by drop off I mean slam. I was jumping everytime they dropped things off because it was so loud/alarming. The only reason I'm giving 2 stars is the cocktails. Those were good however the food was horrible. We both got sausage and gravy biscuits. The biscuits were dry/hard. There is no way they were fresh. The sausage was also dry. I honestly thought the gravy was cheese at first because of the consistency. The grits weren't bad. Fries were good. As an anxious & hungry millennial, I ate the food and paid/didn't complain. Also, judging by the attitude of the staff I don't know that a complaint would mean anything. I don't think they even checked on us after we received our food. When my friend finally flagged someone & asked for ketchup the waitress seemed agitated. At some point she was running around frazzled as if it were packed? I can't imagine what the service would be like if they were actually full. All in all... unless you're just going for drinks and maybe some fries, don't do it.

I wanted to rate 0 stars. My experience was horrible here. My younger sister had an allergic reaction to nuts that was on sweet potato fries. There was no indication of nuts on the menu and the waiter did not mention there was nuts on them nor ask. The owner kicked us out and told us he doesnt care if he sent her to the hospital or killed her. Idk what type of person says that to customer having an allergic reaction that can be fatal. Good thing she had her emergency epipen. Then i found out that hes actually the owner Fred Quiey. He should not be in the hospitality business. We even asked 2 different staff members what type of nuts are on the sweet potato fries and they both did not know....My server took long to take our order on top of that. They served us the wrong drinks. We received bad attitudes from the staff all night. The server actually told us he knew we was going to cause an issue before we even sat down before he cursed us out sticking his middle finger up at us. He was super racist. The place is a mess. The food was dry, the drinks were bad when they did get it right. Think twice before eating here.

A real hidden gem in the Financial District! We went there for our daughter's birthday and the food and service did not disappoint! The menu is quite robust with lots of options for everyone. The portions were also hearty. The wait service was a team effort for our party of 11, so we received our food and drinks with very little wait. The overall atmosphere and vibe was fun, positive, and upbeat. It was reasonably priced too, especially given how expensive everything is in Manhattan. We'll definitely be back. Thanks.

Our hotel Mr. C Seaport recommended going here to watch the Bills versus Chiefs game and we absolutely had the best time. The owner was a delight, and made us feel super welcome and as if we were regulars. Our server Tim was amazing and provided the best service. Queso and Beef Tacos were delicious and the Baked Potato looking sundae was ridiculously good. Thank you for an amazing time and the best hospitality we had in NYC!

I was visiting my daughter in New York and she wanted to show me her local hangout. Fun, eclectic atmosphere. We chose to sit outside to be able to talk and it was perfect. Nick, our server, was excellent. The fried fish tacos were delicious. But the surprise show stopper was the baked potato ice cream. Curiosity got the best of me... and I'm so glad it did...We loved it.

Always a wonderful experience...a little off the beaten path the service is great and the margs are outta this world! Looking for a local place? Here you go. Plus the decorations are one of a kind.

Chicken fajita was nice - wayyyy too menu peppers and onions (and I love eating then) Service was great. Someone always checked in Staff was friendly and welcoming Took my mom out for late lunch. She seemed to enjoy her shrimp quesadilla Would return when back in the area

I am going to be honest and say this was probably the blandest, most tasteless meal I have ever paid money for in my life. IT WAS BLAND BLAND. Bland like "the only seasoning we know is salt and even so, the only thing that we use any in is the potatoes..." bland. I am an extreme biscuit lover. Honestly, I love anything carbs, and especially anything that is a type of bread. Biscuits are top 5. So when I saw a "basket o biscuits" on this menu, I was like hell yeah I want that. Big mistake. This biscuit tasted like if someone took tap water and somehow made it into biscuit form. Don't get me wrong, they were warm and pillowy, but the flavor (or lack thereof) was an absolute no for me. I also had the Beach Blanket Burrito. I couldn't believe how plain it was. Literally just eggs, boiled potatoes, and a few slivers of green chile in a tortilla. Boo. I did enjoy the potatoes though. Those were the saving grace of the plate. My mom had the biscuits with sausage and gravy. I tried it; it didn't taste like anything. She agreed. My grandma had the shrimp quesadilla and she actually liked it (and it was actually seasoned). So for that reason and the fact that the drinks were strong and tasty, the best I can give this place two stars.

Wow what an ... experience. We got the sharkaritas and I can't say I've ever had such an interesting drink before this. Although I wanted to finish, I really couldn't bring myself to as it was pretty strong and not that tasty lol. The vibes are very eclectic and quirky but felt kind of unclean. Also, the bugs by the patio seating were a bit bothersome. I can definitely see the appeal for this place, but I personally probably wouldn't come back here.

My friends and I came here a few weeks ago on a late afternoon/early evening, to listen to our musical friends play. Two of us are vegan and one is not. The drinks were wonderful, and the servers were great; they helped us vegans order these wonderful burrito bowls (we left out the cheese). The ambiance is also so much fun! Looking forward to returning!

I went there by accident after doing the Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit (highly recommended). The food (sea food) in this cozy bar was amazing. I got a burger, the patty was juicy!! Cole slaw and the fries were prefect. Forgot what drink I ordered but it was good (was whisky based). The best was the zucchini fried with some awesome batter. It was the highlight, even though i was hungry but it would have still tasted the same, im sure about it. What I liked was attentive waiters and the ambience of the place, with an amazing fresh sizzling food. Highly recommended!!

Great vibe. They do music on Monday's which cool. Good Food. Nothing too special but good. Bad Bad Service.

Great place and ambiance! Cute decor! Would go again. We stopped in here on a bar crawl for a friend's birthday. We came for a quick drink before our reservation and then came back after! Some of the drinks come with shark souvenirs! The wrong island iced tea was good and the passionista

The food was amazing. Service was stellar. Very friendly staff. Great hole in the wall find. Must try the blackened shrimp quesadilla!

Cute spot with great casual Tex-Mex food and excellent service! I had a last minute lunch order for 15+ people and the bartender, Sara, was so patient taking down the order and making sure all the modifications were just right. She didn't make me feel like a hassle (even thought she had other bar guests) and ensured everything came out quick and hot. My team loved the food!! I'd recommend the All Chopped Up salad and the Shrimp Quesadilla.

If you are looking for some comforting American Mexican food this is a great place. $9 frozen marg for happy hour (ends at 6). I would skip the pico though, it's odd.

Love the service here: everyone is so friendly and quirky. The food is delicious, and the ambiance is generally one of a chill bar/restaurant, at least at the times that I've been there. It's pretty dope. I've come here twice and have been seated as a single, but it's pretty great for groups as well.

We got a sampler of a bunch of stuff! Tacos, quesadillas, apps, and other similar festivities. The sliders were ok, the shrimp was delicious, but they got our order of traps wrong. The chicken was a bit overdone and it's always a bit weird when quesadillas are made with small tortillas. Otherwise, food was good and everyone was happy!

some of the best mexican bar food you can find in seaport. they have huge take home/delivery margs in a bunch of different flavors. servers are friendly! cute bar in seaport with trivia night. kinda loud in there but .. it is a bar. perfect place to grab food in a pinch and reasonably priced for nyc.

Just came in for Friday afternoon drinks. The bartender questioned my daughter's valid drivers license then after finding it was good disrespected us for the rest of our time there. No reason to return here.

Our server had an attitude from the second we got there to the second we left. When asked what high noon flavors they had he responded, "I don't know whatever ones they sell we have all six." He did not check on us often. When the rest of our party arrived he was still rude and did not warn us the menu was switching to late night and brought us the check at 11:30 when our group hadn't even been there an hour and wanted to stay longer. We felt unwelcomed and unwanted not to mention due to our party size he immediately received a 20% gratuity he didn't earn. Our waiter was a tall man with long brown hair.