Was it really only five years ago when Ruben Santana started selling brisket and ribs out of a smoker in his Queens garage? Nowadays, he's made a stake for himself in Brooklyn, serving his style of Texas and Dominican BBQ on the roof of Time Out Market New York, Dumbo. But if, somehow, you still haven't been to his permanent shop because "Brooklyn is too far," we've got just two things to say to you. First off, buck up. Secondly, Santana is bringing his brisket to Manhattan this month, so this time, you've got no excuses.
That's right, Bark Barbecue is heading over to Manhattan for a two-day takeover, from December 27 to December 28, popping up at Time Out Market New York, Union Square. Over the course of the weekend, Santana will be selling his signature cuts, from his tried and true brisket to carnitas and pork ribs. His Dominican-infused sides are also coming over the bridge, including chicharrones, mofongo and maduros. Oh, and that incredibly cheesy mac and cheese? Yeah, that's coming too.
The pop-up starts at 11am on both days and will run until sold out. All we can say now is get there early and we will see you at the square.