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Just Opened - Tacos Guey, Casa Limone and more
June 9, 2021, 2:05.47 am ET

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Tacos Guey, Chelsea, NYC

Tacos Güey has arrived in Chelsea. This sexy, candlelit spot features lots of exposed brick and a full bar showcasing dozens of different mezcals. Cocteles include This Güey Congelado with mezcal, oaxacan rum, pineapple, honey, and mint and the Gringito with tequila, avocado, maize, serrano, lmón, and basil. Bites include prawn ceviche, surf clams escabeche and big eye tuna crudo. Diners will also discover assorted tacos (carnitas, carne asada, pescado frita, birria and more), along with pork belly sopas and tamales. Churros with a chocolate dipping sauce are among the desserts.37 West 19th St, New York, NY (212) 991-8222

Bar Limone, Midtown, NYC

Michelin-starred Chef Antonio Salvatore makes his North American debut at Casa Limone in the City with the flavors of Southern Italy. The stylish two-level restaurant with a lemon-yellow scooter up front is highlighting dishes from Chef Antonio's upbringing in Basilicata and nearby Puglia, Molise, Calabria and Campania. Look for an assortment of pizzas, including the Calabrese with Pepperoni Calabrese, tomatoes, mozzarella, Taggiasca olives, and pasta dishes like Ravioli Casa Limon with ricotta ravioli, wild mushrooms, and Italian sausage. Other offerings include wild salmon with saffron risotto, and a breaded veal chop with ‘Nduja, and tomato sauce. 20 East 49th St, New York, NY (646) 370-6282

Barn Joo, NoMad, NYC
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Barn Joo continues to expand with a third location now in NoMad on the corner of 28th Street and 6th Avenue. The restaurant is known for Korean-inspired tapas and plates to share. Think bulgogi tacos, BBQ chicken, short ribs, Korean Army Stew, and several types of bibimbap. Cocktails, Korean spirits and sake are also available. 816 6th Avenue, New York, NY

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