Barrio Cafe

Reviewed by Andrew

The Barrio Cafe opened in 2002 in an up-and-coming (being generous) neighborhood in east-central Phoeni. Forget about the location - the place is an experience you can't find anywhere else in Central Phoenix.

To say that the chef, Silvana Salcido Esparza, created a unique menu is an understatement. Almost every dish served at Barrio Cafe has a surprising twist to it. To quote from the Phoenix New Times.

"Looking for chips and salsa to land on your table? Instead, you'll get a basket of soft, fresh bread with garlicky homemade olive spread. Think quesadillas are all about chicken and melted jack cheese? Not at Barrio. Here, try them with garlic and tequila lobster with Oaxacan cheese and queso de cabra. Esparza also creates wonderfully rich black mole, tender and tangy cochinita pibil (Yucatán-style slow-roasted pork), and melt-in-your-mouth pato en tamarindo (seared duck breast with zesty tamarind and chipotle sauce)."

Barrio Cafe
2814 N 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 636-0240

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