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New York City, a bustling metropolis known for its rich cultural diversity and culinary delights, offers a unique and savory exploration into Latino cuisine. The best way to maintain that authenticity is through its numerous Latino-run restaurants. These vibrant eateries, each with its own story and heritage, serve not just as places to enjoy delicious meals, but also as cultural hubs. In each, they celebrate and preserve the rich traditions of various Latin American cultures, adding dimensionality to the food and beverage industry.
1. Surfish Bistro
Surfish Bistro is a Peruvian seafood-centered restaurant run by chef Miguel Aguilar. Aguilar was mentored by Iron Chef Bobby Flay and is influenced by the flavors of his home of Lima, Peru, which he brings to Surfish Bistro. Their specialty? Ceviche.
2. Devoción
Coffee shop Devoción was created in 2006 by Steven Sutton, a Colombian who wanted to bring fresh coffee to NYC. The shop partners with hand-selected farms and dry mills to ensure that the coffee they provide is entirely fresh for their customers. Plus, with locations across Brooklyn and Manhattan, they’re a community hot spot for a quality Colombian brew.
3. Caracas
Caracas Arepa Bar has been offering Venezuelan food since 2003. Led by Maribel Araujo and Aristides Barrios, Caracas has multiple locations throughout the city, starting out in the East Village, before expanding to Brooklyn and Queens. Caracas works to bring authentic Venezuelan food to their menu, bringing the nostalgia of aromatic spices and tropical fruits to the city that never sleeps.
4. Chavela’s
Chavela’s is a Mexican restaurant in Brooklyn run by Chicano chef Arturo Leonar, who brings the flavors of Mexico, inspired by his heritage, to Brooklyn. The restaurant offers a wide range of dishes all day, as well as cocktails and desserts.
5. Santo Brúklin
Also located in Brooklyn, Santo Brúklin offers dishes from all over the world, backed by traditional Brazilian flavors. The restaurant is family-run by Pedro, Sara, and Naina Yamasaki, who opened the restaurant doors in 2020. A neighborhood favorite for its intimate community vibe, they also specialize in inventive cocktails.
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This article was written with the assistance of AI.
