3700 Magazine Street
New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 895-2225
www.barutapas.comHours: Tue-Sat 11:30am-2:30pm; 5pm-10pm; Sun 5:30pm-10pm
When locals crave South American flavors, their first stop is Baru Bistro, the Magazine Street outpost of Colombian-born Chef Edgar Caro. Street food reigns here. Baru’s menu is built off abuela-style cuisine, and its flavors and combinations are refreshing in a market dominated by decidedly non-Latin food. New Orleans is rubbing off on this young chef, too. Gulf shrimp take a dip in the deep fryer before playing dress up with cilantro aïoli, mizuna, and caramelized shallots. And what are churros in New Orleans if not a cross-cultural love letter to the beignet? Caro’s cuisine is a delicious reminder that comfort food often transcends country of origin.
Recommended Dishes:Chuzos de Carne: Grilled Skirt Steak Skewers, Chimichurri, and Bollo SauceArepa, Chihuahua Cheese, Pulled Pork, Quail Egg, and Pickled Onions
