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| - With Executive Chef, Josh Stanley heading this kitchen, Barrio expands on Playa Cabana's proven successful tacos and tequila menu by adding Korean flavours, preparations and ingredients to every bite or sip. Think kimchi "juice" in your cocktail, and spicy Bulgogi beef in your tacos. Sure, you can still find a few of Playa Cabana's signature items, like Dave's Margarita or their made-to-order guacamole and house-fried chips, but get ready for a few unexpected spanks on the ol' taste buds. Seriously, folks. If Mexican food is hot, and Korean food is hot, then grab your tequila folks, the K-Mex fire commands serious attention.
The blackboard menu will change frequently to reflect the change in seasons and new kitchen creations. Right now, there will be about 5 tacos starting at $6 each (and you can order as many as you'd like), and a variety of shareable bocaditos including guacamole, jalapeno spring rolls, fried shrimp, and calamari with burnt arbol kimbi. For drinks, expect about 5 signature cocktails to make an appearance on the board, with another handful of Mexican beers, and a red and white wine available by the glass.
When I popped by last week for one heck of an opening media party, I got to sample some of the tasty tacos on the menu and drink my way through the cocktail options. Take a little looksy at this!
Cho-Jito: Mint, Sesame Bitters, Lime, Simple Syrup ($8)
Very refreshing!
Soju Sangria: Soju + K-Town Fruit ($8)
Way too easy to drink- it's because of stuff like this that my memory of Korea Town is so foggy.
Kequila Marma: El Jimador, Yujacha, OJ, Lime ($8)
Like a margarita for those who don't like it too sour.
Kimchi Sour: Honey JD, Lime, Kimchi Liquid ($9)
A very well balanced drink with a unique lingering aftertaste of fermentation. Don't worry if that freaks you out- it's subtle enough that it's not offensive - definitely something all kimchi lovers need to try.
Dave's Margarita: Tromba, Cointreau, Lime ($9)
The classic and probably still my favourite.
Guacamole and Chips
Prepared in a massive mortar and pestle that looks like a caldron, this must-have classic is perfection.
Yuzu Tuna Taco
I liked the hit of citrusy yuzu to cut through the richness of the fatty tuna.
Korean Beef Taco
One of my two favourites of the night. The beef was deliciously tender, but beware- that sauce does pack a punch of heat!
Grilled Octopus with Wasabi Salsa
Perfectly cooked octopus (thank you for not overcooking as so many restaurants do!) and loaded up with a sinus-clearing salsa. So delicious!
Chipotle Kampungki Chicken
Probably my favourite- light and crispy batter with an addictively spicy sauce and a creamy mayo to cut the heat underneath. Gah, craving another now.
Amazing looking, right? Thankfully, you won't have to wait too long to get this #foodporn in your mouth- you can get your Barrio Correano fix as early as November 28th. Barrio will be offering dinner service only from Wednesday- Sunday, with no reservations accepted (aka. get-there-now).
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