26 AUTHENTIC ETHNIC RESTAURANTS IN NEW YORK CITY, A TO Z

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Everyone knows New York City is home to a myriad of ethnicities that showcase their rich cultures through their cuisines.

In the quest to identify and categorize these cuisines from A to Z we discovered some amazing new tastes and rediscovered old favorites.

In Argentina, it is unheard of to serve meat without the ubiquitous chimichurri.  Libertador Restaurant in Manhattan’s Upper East Side makes the best chimichurri I’ve ever tasted. That’s one of the ways you know the food is authentic.

Argentina

Bolivian Llama Party occupies a stand at Turnstyle Market below The Time Warner building. The food draws on the rich heritage of Bolivian cooking methods and ingredients to create delicious food.

Bolivia

The Grand Dame of Cuban food in New York City is Victor’s Cafe. New Yorkers have been flocking here for 55 years. In that time they have managed to remain true to the authenticity of the food as well as create interesting and delicious innovations.

Cuba

Malecon has two locations now, Broadway and 175th and Amsterdam and 97th.  It also has authentic Dominican food worth waiting on line for.  

Dominican Republic

One restaurant that really stands out is Queen of Sheba. Popular dishes include lamb and beef specialties. There is also an extensive vegetarian menu.

Ethiopia

One of the high-end restaurants of the Upper East Side, the spacious and inviting Cafe D’Alsace was on Anthony Bourdain’s list of favorites. They have outdoor dining in a very pleasant sidewalk cafe to chill in with a glass of white wine.

France

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