3.5/5 The food was good, drinks were fine. I just found this place to be pretty expensive, especially for the area. I liked the enchiladas but they were covered in sauce to the point you couldn't even tell what they were. read more

Barrio Chino - Enchiladas Verdes - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

I picked this place to celebrate my mom's birthday due to proximity to home and craving for tacos. It's a small restaurant and easy to miss if you aren't paying attention. The staff was really friendly, especially the younger waitress. She had blond hair and was so nice! Made us feel welcome as soon as we stepped in. We were seated by the booth-like corner but it wasn't the cleanest and had some wet stain on one of the cushions. Moved to the larger wood table and that was much better. Quintessential bar and rustic yet grungy vibes, the service was fast and efficient. The food was SO good. They really know how to do tacos here and you can't go wrong with classic al pastor, chicken and fish. The sandwich was good too. As with everything these days, it's not cheap tacos. The prices can add up but the experience and food was great. To top it off, the waitress knew we were celebrating my mom's birthday and put in a special, complimentary order of churros for her. What a special thought! It really made the entire experience so sweet and enjoyable. Would definitely come back. read more

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Still an under-appreciated hidden gem on the LES. While nearby spots with mediocre food are busy, you can usually get into Barrio Chino without the fuss. They have amazing tacos and margaritas as well as delish entrees. Service is always fantastic. read more

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Went there with friend's and picked this place because it is located at a prime street in the area. The ambiance and seating is good. Service is ok. Menu is limited and we had to wait a substantial time for our orders. Actually it took the server a long time to even take our orders. It was weird seeing the place was not super busy. Food was ok too-Nothing exceptional. For the time we waited on our table it was kind of disappointing. read more

Barrio Chino - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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I gave this place 5 stars for two reasons, Food & Service! I was in New York for a few days and decided to meet up with family here on Saturday afternoon. This place is located right in the center of other great restaurants and bars. I approached the seating hostess to see if there was any room for a family of 5, unfortunately the tables were reserved. However, she was nice enough to take my number in case there were any cancellations. 10 minutes later I received a text that a table was available for me. SWEET! My family and I all came over and were seated outside in one of their large tables. If you love people watching, this is a great spot. The waitress quickly came over with waters for everyone, I appreciated that. She then immediately took our drink orders while we looked at the menu. Our drinks came out quickly and we were able to immediately order. I love when service is efficient! We ordered their Margaritas, Cucumber Margaritas & Bloody Maria. The drinks did not disappoint! Our food order started coming out literally within 20 minutes. The waitress came around often. We ordered round after round and the drinks continued to be mixed just right! Going forward, Barrio Chino will be one of my stops when in NYC. Thank you to Barrio Chino and the wonderful staff! You guys make it worth coming back! read more

The pozole is amazing, especially during winter months. I also recommend their guac and chips, and the habanero marg. But the star of the show has to be the habanero margaritas. read more

Popped in for some wine around 10:15 on Friday. Lovely experience. Low lit, cozy warm vibes. Playing good music. Lots of people. My waitress was a doll. The food looked and smelled amaaaaze I cannot wait to come back and try. read more

Garbage restaurant, horrible staff, terrible management, surprised they're still open.

Long overdue review, a classic place for great Mexican food, opinion from a Mexican gal. Didn't have a wait this Sunday afternoon so that was even better. Nomz: Had the chilaquiles and added steak. Pro tip: ordered the eggs scrambled and mixed in and damn every bit was packed with flavor, spice and deliciousness. It was the perfect amount of saucy and the steak was delicious - although pricey I was pretty full for most of the day. Drinks: Had the strawberry margarita, came with house made Tajín on the rim and chunky pieces of strawberry in the drink, good flavor. Service: We had some miscommunications on the order but they were able to remedy. Ambiance: Cute, cozy, cool with outdoor seating available. Nope or Dope: Dope, it's hard to find good authentic classic Mexican food in Manhattan and this is one of the ones that keeps giving! read more

Barrio Chino - Chilaquiles with steak - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

Cozy and somewhat vibey contemporary Mexican food. I liked the low lighting. The seating was too crowded, particularly at the high-top. The server was pleasant and efficient. My Oaxacan quesadilla was fairly priced with adequately portioned fillings. The tortilla was pretty good, and the contents were all fresh. The guac was very good. read more

Went for the first time on a date night. Fantastic food, drinks, and service. We had the chips and guacamole, a variety of tacos (with hand made tortillas), esquites, and churros -- all delicious! Our waitress Nancy was great! Can't wait to dine there again read more

Great food from such a small spot! We started with drinks - two of us got the hibiscus margarita which was so damn good! The guacamole is also a great appetizer option as it comes with chips and salsa too. For our entrees, we went with the Ensalada Cesar de Tijuana, Enchiladas de Mole (contains peanuts), and the Camarones Borrachos. We all thoroughly enjoyed our meals! I only gave it four stars because I really wanted to try the Tuna Tostada and they ran out on the day we visited. read more

Barrio Chino - Camarones Borrachos - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

We enjoyed this restaurant on a Tuesday night. They have indoor and outdoor seating. The indoor tables were a bit cramped. Our group of six sat at a high top with barstool seating and definitely would've preferred more space. The table was shared with another party and bar seating was directly behind us so it was a tight squeeze, but we made it work. They don't have table hooks for personal items, but they do have hooks on the walls where you can hang coats and purses. We shared guacamole and chips for the table. They top their guacamole with peanuts. The nuts were bright red, but didn't add much flavor for the dip. The avocado was chunky and fresh. For my main, I had the cauliflower tacos. The cauliflower was roasted, but I would've preferred a bit more of a charred texture. Still, it paired well with the onions and other toppings. Overall, it was tasty. My friends also enjoyed the chicken and fish tacos. You can specify a two or three count for all of the taco orders. To drink, I had the habanero grapefruit margarita. The habanero infused tequila is quite spicy so they invite you to sample it before ordering. I ended up asking for half spicy, half plain but I wish I went all in because the drink was pretty mild. It was garnished with fresh grapefruit which I enjoyed. For large parties, they automatically add gratuity. read more

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I wish I could give 2.5 stars but there were a few things that were good about this spot - the host was kind enough to accommodate our party of 8 very quickly on a nice Saturday afternoon. The cocktails were also delicious and there was great variety, I got the hibiscus margarita but definitely think the others were better. The chips they had were AMAZING and the guacamole paired so well with it. The entrees however and service that followed was not great. We ordered enchiladas, chilaquiles and the Benedict. This took almost an hour to come out and when it was served to us, the server gave us enchiladas stating they were chilaquiles and that we had ordered in fact the enchiladas. It continued to get messed up and after a few minutes the server who took our order came to apologize. Even then the food quality wasn't anything special and the prices were rather expensive. read more

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I found myself at Barrio Chino for my work holiday dinner. As the resident Yelp Elite in my department, I was asked to find a place for us to celebrate the season - my only limitations being that it wasn't Italian (since we had that last year), and it wasn't a place I had been to before. Taking those factors into consideration and the fact that we were a party of 10, I did some exploring and found BC. The menu, good reviews, and the fact that they could accommodate our party size sold it for me - so off we went. Located in the Lower East Side, Barrio Chino primarily serves up Mexican fare. Like many restaurants in the area, it's not large - the bar in the back serves as a focal point with a few tables scattered throughout the space. We were seated at a long high top table in the middle of the dining room which I figure allows them to easily take reservations for large groups. The aesthetics are super casual - exposed brick, worn accents, and casual music playing in the background. The menu has a good selection of apps, tacos, soups, salads, entrees, and drinks. We decided to start with drinks - I had one of their tequila-based craft cocktails which was quite good, strong but tasty. For round 2 I had a watermelon margarita which was tasty as well. For food, we started with some apps to share - chips with salsa and guac, tuna tartare, cauliflower tacos, and two types of quesadillas - cheese and chorizo. Everything was tasty - the real standout for me was the chips as they were kinda thick and really crispy mmmm. For my main I decided on the enchiladas mole which were stuffed with shredded chicken, queso fresco, crema Mexicana, onions, and lettuce. I thought it was really good - I could tell the ingredients were fresh and it had great flavor. The dish was a little sauce heavy, but I didn't mind too much since it had great flavor. Black beans were served on the side but they were atypical in the fact that they were pureed - an interesting take, not sure how I felt about that but I ate them so there's that. Service was great - everyone was super friendly, the food came out at a good pace (and each course all at once which I appreciated), and overall I really felt we were taken care of. I had a great first experience at Barrio Chino, and would definitely return for another meal. read more

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It actually hurts me to see so many great reviews for Barrio Chino. Perhaps things have changed over the years, but I found this place to be incredibly mid and their prices to be unbearable. I came on a Tuesday night and it was moderately busy, but we didn't need a reservation. We were seated at a high top table which I never really like when you have to share it with multiple parties. The waitress here was incredibly nice, I wish I remembered her name! I got a spicy watermelon margarita which tasted fine. It wasn't groundbreaking but was up to the standard I'd expect. I also left fairly tipsy off one drink so they are generous in that sense! Unfortunately, my margarita and 2 tacos were the same price. $8 per taco !!!! These are not full tacos, they are not big, they are incredibly normal in size. I have been ruminating over this for two weeks since I visited. How can a taco be $8 USD? On top of that, how does it taste so incredibly below average? There are a plethora of incredible taco spots in NYC. I simply could not in good faith recommend this to a friend or family member visiting. Maybe I'm just not in the right tax bracket to enjoy it, but I'd rather go to a cheaper place with better quality even if the lighting isn't as vibey, every single time. read more

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Excellent service, food with flavor and tasty drinks. I love Barrio Chino and am so glad it has survived the pandemic. It's a cozy spot in LES, very warm and inviting. The service is wonderful. Personable and accommodating. I love their drinks. They have a nice happy hour M-Th, from 4 to 6pm. I ordered the tamarind margarita with mezcal. DIVINE!!! Food is tasty and so well flavored. I highly recommend and can't wait to come back!!! read more

Barrio Chino - Tamarind con mezcal - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

Fantastic Mahi mahi tacos, tuna tostada was really unique and Smokey and a little spicy it was so good! Great service, very attentive and helpful with a few modifications. Good corn. Will definitely be back! read more

This spot has earned first place in my dining preferences. The meals were dependably satisfying, make no mistake. Workers here provide pleasant service in a great family atmosphere. Apart from tasty items, the environment deserves recognition. I'm entirely satisfied with this spot. read more

Food was good but pricey for the portion side. We mainly drank and had a few bites to share. Atmosphere is nice and place is always jam pscked. Worth trying but not itching to go back immediately. Solid vibes overall, and drinks were also bettrr than average. read more

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$10 vermouth of sodas, cute outdoor seating, vibey waitress!! $17 for two cauliflower tacos is lowkey crazy but whatever. I would def go back to this place. Would probably not get the tacos because even though they were good, it's not worth it for that price. Woudl def get the chips and guac again thou -- that was AMAZING. It's like an appetizer and drinks/ happy hour place at best but that's ok. We need more places like that anyways read more

Had an amazing experience here. Even though they were crowded (cinco de mayo) the waiters we extremely accommodating and made sure we found a seat and were comfortable. The food and drinks were fantastic, and I'm from CA so I'm very particular on good Mexican food. Honestly the best Tacos I've had in NY. read more

We went in on a Wednesday night around 10 and it wasn't busy at all. We just wanted a quick bite to eat so we ordered right away- the kale salad and chicarrones. The salad was yummy, but nothing groundbreaking. My bf thoroughly liked his dish- the mole sauce was flavorful and didn't burn my mouth off. Although we did not drink, I would go back for a marg sometime because their selection was very extensive! read more

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I used to come here all the time in the past. Haven't been here in years. I think it has new owners. We got the margaritas which were just okay. I remember them being mind blowing. The ceviche is a hard pass. No flavor and they charged us an extra 1.50 for two extra large chips. Not the price but the principal. The enchiladas verde though were just as delicious as I remembered it. The staff was amazing and the place was just as cute as it's always been. read more

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Love this place! Carmen our waitress is so fun to talk to and is great! We love coming for the margaritas and the staff.

Valid spot. The drinks are on point here. The fish taco was really good. Definitely like this spot for a date, a cool vibe or just to chill and catch up with friends. I need to hit this place again to really feel it out. Live, Love, and Laugh. - Sha read more

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Went here the other night and was seated outside, but it was still cozy thanks to their heaters. I'm still thinking about their sopa azteca, which is one of the best soups I've ever had. It was the perfect meal for this crisp weather, and very filling. Their guac was also exceptional. Can't wait to come back! read more

Barrio Chino - Sopa Azteca - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

Stumbled upon this place late, near 11p. The server Nancy came in right away. Super chill, attentive, personable, asked me what I liked, and each of her suggestions blew me away. I love the drinks, and I especially love their smoky shrimp, avocado-lime puree, and tostada. I learned that it was a cinco de mayo special that become a menu staple, and I'd eat that every time. That skirt steak was also so flavorful. The atmosphere is low-light and intimate, so it was a very cozy time. Will be back! read more

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My partner and I were in the area for a comedy show and stumbled onto Barrio Chino late Wednesday night. We walked in and were met with a friendly face and we were able to sit right away. For drinks I ordered the Hibiscus margarita and it tasted great and they didn't skimp on the tequila. Now for the star of the night. I had the Tuna Tostada and it was delicious--it was tossed in a slightly spicy marinade with a delicious creamy citrus sauce on the base and topped with cabbage, cilantro and sesame seeds. It was fresh and had so much flavor. The carnitas tacos were also yummy. In terms of ambiance, it was lights dimmed, candle light with a super cute aesthetic. Definitely a date night spot. I also appreciated that they played actual Spanish music and not top forty. Overall great experience would def come back. read more

Went just to grab some food at the bar on Friday was the worst experience I've had at this restaurant. Every time I've gotten a table I've had a great time, but the bartender was loud and I think drunk. Food was great as usual but the service was a let down. Only getting table service from now on. read more

Had an awesome lunch here! It was a beautiful Sunday and we got a lovely table outside for lunch. Our waitress was really friendly. We had a great meal. Everything was fresh and well made. The guacamole, chips and salsa were great. We got a side of their spiciest salsa as well which was nice and spicy! The mole was nice. Every mole is different so we like to try it everywhere. The quesadilla with chorizo was great--especially with all the wonderful salsas. We each enjoyed one of their non-alcoholic beverages. It was a limeade, cucumber, jalepeno drink. It was really tasty and a great NA option. A beautiful meal, spot and people watching! read more

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Sopa azteca with literally nothing, I don't recommend delivery of this place at all. I called to make sure the soup came the same way as the picture with tortilla chips cheese ..... is like they did it in purpose came with nothing. Called them back and the guy Hang up on me lol. Rice uneatable so crispy you can't chew it.... read more

Barrio Chino - Sopa azteca - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

I highly recommend this restaurant, the food it's beyond amazing and I fell in love with the place it's small, cozy you feel at home, it's very clean and staff are very welcoming and attentive, I came here in January for my birthday with a friend and we had a pleasant time and we enjoyed every bite of the food we ordered read more

Barrio Chino - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

I came here with my sisters and a couple of my sisters' friends for her birthday & we were seated outside. Service was a bit slow but the waitstaff was very friendly and we got our drinks in - I ordered their strawberry margarita and it was very pretty and delicious :) I also ordered the mahi mahi fish tacos and their sopa de pollo which is their chicken soup. The fish tacos come in either 2 or 3 and are pretty good but it was quite messy because of the sauce. They have a decent amount of fish inside the taco & they add mango slices on top which make it very refreshing! The only part of my meal I didn't like was my soup. It looked very vibrant and tasty & smelled amazing however it was incredibly salty! I wouldn't get it again and wouldn't recommend it to anyone. I wasn't able to finish the broth but since I paid for it, I ate the leftover chicken and veggies inside the soup. I would recommend this place since my sister ordered their steak & eggs which was very delicious & the steak was very tender :) it's a good portion size for 1 person! Some of the portions are quite small so that's why i ordered 2 things instead of 1, except for the steak & eggs. read more

Was at an expo in the area and needed some grub. A search of best eats in the area revealed this gem. Boy am I happy Google found this place for me. Situated on a vibrant street which so much life, other food, bakeries, etc. While there was only one lady doing bar and service, she was exceptional and made sure our table was looked after. The food was remarkable, well portioned, great flavors. I personally hate going to Mexican style restaurants that dump a huge dish on you smothered in sauce and cheese without good flavor. This place was the opposite. I will totally be coming back. Maybe even for their happy hour that runs from 10pm to closing. Ps. I wish I took a picture of the churros :( so good!! read more

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Came here for dinner on a Friday night definitely should make a reservation. It's pretty crowded but it definitely died down around 9 PM significantly I went there at 7:30 and it was pretty packed. I got the tuna tostada, which was OK. There was a chipotle sauce in it that I wasn't a huge fan of, but I am not a fan of chipotle. It also made it a little spicy which I wasn't expecting and I'm not big on spice. I had the enchiladas Molé with chicken. It was delicious I really liked it. It wasn't spicy and had delicious flavor. I also had a glass of sangria, which was good. It's definitely a little pricey. The service was pretty good as well not sure I would return because the food wasn't my type of preference but I think it is good especially if you like spicy and chipotle flavors, there were a lot of options there. read more

Came for drinks and sat at the bar. Good vibes, fantastic drinks and a chill mood. I didn't try any food but other people were happy with it. Thanks for the good service. **Vax card required to enter. read more

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Barrio Chino is an artisanal Mexican restaurant that opened in Manhattan, New York in July 2003. It is currently managed by Fidel Vazquez. It is located in a hub for several bars and restaurants centered around the intersection of Broome Street and Orchard Street in Manhattan's Lower East Side. It is also located not far form 'Chinatown', which is what 'Barrio Chino' means in Spanish. They serve several Mexican classic dishes such as enchiladas, tacos, sandwiches, salads and appetizers. They also serve Mexican-style brunch on the weekends and are very well known for their list of creative craft cocktails which include margaritas and mojitos. My wife and I visited Barrio Chino for the first time recently. We were in NYC to celebrate my sister-in-law's 30th birthday. The neighborhood is full of great restaurants and bars. Barrio Chino is tiny, but their food looked amazing; we grabbed some tables on the sidewalk. We started off with some craft cocktails. My sister-in-law had an elderflower margarita, my wife ordered a watermelon margarita, and I ordered a habanero grapefruit margarita. Our server said, "I hope that you like spicy drinks. The habanero grapefruit margarita is VERY hot." We all enjoyed our drinks, and my margarita was not too spicy for me. For appetizers, we ordered guacamole and salsa with tortilla chips for the table; excellent guacamole! For entrees, my wife and sister-in-law both ordered the Enchiladas de Mole and I ordered the Bistek de la Casa. The enchiladas were very flavorful and my steak was cooked to my liking. Barrio Chino sets the bar pretty high for Mexican restaurants and we would definitely visit them again! read more

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Came at 11 am on a Saturday and it was empty. The place filled up pretty quickly shortly afterwards. I got the guac and chile relleno. The chips in the guac were on the greasy side since I guess they were fried in house. Guac was fresh. The Chile relleno was generously stuffed and the sauce had a nice kick to it. Price was good, although I wouldn't say that the quantity was enormous, but good enough to fill up and be satisfied. The heated outdoor seating area was very cute, with a clear ceiling and plants. The only con was that the tables were slanted because it's on the street, my water cup even fell off the table at one point! Other than that, great place for lunch. It looks like there's happy hour from 5-6 pm on weekdays! read more

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I visited Barrio Chino during happy hour on a Thursday. It's a small restaurant, and it doesn't help that they packed as many tables as possible into it. But the atmosphere is actually pretty good, and even though it was full, it wasn't terribly loud. We were seated quickly. My date and I each ordered grapefruit margaritas, but mine had habanero as well. Best spicy cocktail I've ever had. Mostly grapefruit flavor with the heat from the habanero on the finish. We had a few apps as well. The mahi mahi fried fish tacos were the best fish tacos I've had in awhile. The pork ones were good, but since they're the same price as the fish, get the fish. Guacamole was good, with large chunks of avocado. But at $7 a piece, it's a bit expensive, especially since the tacos are so small. The service was great. My date spilled her drink all over herself and they brought her another one on the house. Would definitely return read more

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