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In 2016, Warren Luckett launched the first-ever Black Restaurant Week to showcase he diversity of Black food across the country. After meeting Karinn Chavarria, the two decided to expand on the concept, this time giving Latin chefs, bar talents and industry folks their dues. Together, they founded Latin Restaurant Week, a two-week-long celebration that highlights the culinary contributions of the Latin community.
Since getting its start in Houston in 2019, the movement has expanded to cities nationwide, including Washington DC, Houston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami and Atlanta, landing in New York in 2022. Now returning for a third year, the initiative is coming back this June, continuing to promote Hispanic and Latin cuisine across the diaspora.
Kicking off last month in Washington DC, Latin Restaurant Week is coming back to New York City from June 6 to June 20. For over two weeks, 15 bars and restaurants across New York City and New Jersey will be participating in the festivities, offering delectable specials from prix fixe menus to discounted deals. In conjunction with Feed the Soul Foundation, the initiative aims to amplify visibility and support one of the largest and most influential ethnic groups in the region. In face of rising food costs and shrinking margins, the events hope to act as a source of support in the face of stagnant margins, providing a boost in stability for Latino and Hispanic culinary business owners.
Looking to eat in Brooklyn? Dine on Dominican and Mexican fusion eats from Bed-Stuy’s Rinconcito Domex or spoon up Guatemalan stews such as caldo and pepian from Prospect Lefferts Garden's Ix Restaurant. Head to Ridgewood for Cubanos and ropa vieja from Benny’s Cuban Cafe or cruise over to Jackson Heights for tamales from the Peruvian food cart, Antojitos Doña Fela. As for gorditas, churros and other Michelin Bib Gourmand designated eats, you can head to The Bronx for La Cueva Fonda. Live in New Jersey? Cocktail bar and bistro Belo Bar & Grill will be doling out goodies for the celebration.
Here’s the full lineup of participating restaurants and bars:
- Antojitos Del Patron
- Antojitos Doña Fela
- Belo Bar & Grill
- Benny’s Cuban Cafe
- Calle Dao – Bryant Park
- Cañave
- Cañave Cocina & Bar
- Cocotazo
- El Patron Mexican Grill
- Ix Restaurant
- La Cueva Fonda
- La Snackeria NYC
- La Palapa
- Palo Santo Restaurant
- Rinconcito DoMex
Check out the Latin Restaurant Week website for more information. Buen provecho!