New York - Restaurants - South American

376 Fifth Ave., New York 11215
718-369-2020

Colombia in Park Slope

Into the land of mediocre Thai and blah sushi comes a pocket of authentic Colombian flavor. Slants on familiar Latino faves: steak in Creole sauce, sirloin slabs soaked in beer, guac made tablesi... read more

33 W. 8th St., New York 10011
212-380-8794

Alma 33

This aptly-named Argentinian restaurant (Alma means "soul" in Spanish) serves more than your usual polenta-calamari-skirt steak picadas. Surprise is on the menu, with dishes that channel Northern I... read more

45 Richardson St. , New York 11211
718-599-1645

Beco

Delicious Brazilian eatery like a watering hole in the desert that is the Williamsburg-Greenpoint no man's land. Petite 25-seater whips up meaty sandwiches and snacks from a cramped corner kitchen.... read more

160 Havemeyer St., New York 11211
718-388-5797

Arepa Arepa

Should have no problems figuring out in which fare this cozy little brick-walled joint specializes. Made with fresh, inventive ingredients, arepas stay right on budget. Assorted menu serves up bee... read more

557 Driggs Ave., New York 11211
718-218-7284

El Almacen

Williamsburg's coziest South American kitchen. Spanish for general store, which in Argentina apparently means chairs hanging from the rafters, grandma wallpaper, antler art. Playfulness extends to ... read more

291 Grand St., New York 11211
718-218-6050

Caracas Arepa Bar Brooklyn

Venezuela's greatest gift, now in Williamsburg. Apologies to Chavez, but pseudo-communism's got nothing on the arepa. Corn muffins crisp to the touch, soft in the center, stuffed with goodies. Menu... read more

221 S. 1st St., New York 11211
917-573-3466

Tipico BK

Rodrigo's chill Paraguayan on lazy south WB block. Afternoon hang for perfect steak sandwiches and creamy coffee "batidos" while listening to South American rock like Fabulosos Cadillacs, Piojos, o... read more

702 Amsterdam Ave., New York 10025
212-665-3000

Pio Pio Salon

Peruvian chainlet hits the UWS with rotisserie chicken for the whole damn familia. Even the fussiest abuela will approve of the Matador combo: juicy whole chicken marinated in cilantro, chili, and ... read more

652 Union St., New York 11215
718-636-6311

Palo Santo

Omigod, it's in the middle of the block, on a side street, in a brownstone! There goes the neighborhood, and here comes a suave, date-worthy, somewhat precious Pan-Latino experience. Named after tr... read more

91 E. 7th St., New York 10009
212-228-5062

Caracas Arepa Bar

Arepa: a tasty corn hockey puck—crispy on the outside, soft in the middle—stuffed with meat, cheese, veggies, or all three. Get 'em seventeen different ways, including the Domino with b... read more

482 Union Ave., New York 11211
718-349-1208

Chimu

Mix of Peruvian expats, hipsters, and date-night couples is as eclectic as the menu of steaks and South American classics. Familial vibe prevails, beginning with complimentary bowls of cancha: ... read more

152 Stanton St., New York 10002
646-602-2004

Azul Bistro

Meat and greet. Perfect steaks followed by dulce de leche-filled pancakes make us happy as a mischievous kid just back from fat camp. Sidewalk seats and a glass of Malbec can't be beat. Interior cl... read more

86-14 37th Ave., New York
718-424-1938

Inti Raymi

The purple stuff everybody's drinking? Cold chicha morada. You can make your own at home, simply ferment purple corn, and bottle! Colorful little family spot around the corner from more mainstream ... read more

122 E. 7th St., New York 10009
212-254-3515

Desnuda

Small space that packs South American punch. Long bar holds no more than 20 stools at a time, known to serve some of the best oysters in town. Focus is molecular gastronomy sans long-haul cooking. ... read more

90 Manhattan Ave., New York 11206
718-218-6914

Don Pedro's

When Todd P. met Don P.: authentic Ecuadorian restaurant bolstered by injection of indie rock. Although Mr. Patrick has moved on, low-rent spot still boasts substantial backroom, with upgraded stag... read more

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