From the fresh, eye-popping colours of the food to the fresh limes in the margaritas; from the fresh, clean design of the interior to the happy fresh faces of the smiling wait-staff and beautiful people lining the bar area...... Barrio Chino is shiny and new and a breath of fresh air on the mexican food scene.
And the food is sublime.... no greasy, cheesy carb-laden stodge here. Our favourite picks included the Tuna Tostada the Pulled Pork Tostada, the BBQ Corn Cobs with Chipotle Mayo and the Baby Back Ribs....... though $16 for FOUR lonely ribs on a plate was a surprise.... [$4 per rib!]. If you're looking for US/Mexican portion sizing on the ribs, or anything else, think again.
The margaritas did however, seem like a bargain (go figure) The tequila selection is extensive and top notch and, with the right gang for company, this bar is definitely the kind of place you could get comfortable in.
On our night, we bypassed the bar and chose a booth towards the back of the room, which was just as well, as Barrio Chino fills up fast. And as we were to discover, there were quite a few 'friday night revelers'....
On the Sydney scene's BARometer right now, this joint is hot!
On the Sydney scene's BARometer right now, this joint is hot!
As the place filled to the brim with even more beautiful people we munched on desert - churros and a side order of dulce de leche (caramel) and chocolate dipping sauce - which was a bit underwhelming, and next time I would much prefer a walk down the block to Cafe Hernanadez for the real deal.
By the time we left, the booths were full and the communal table was groaning, the bar was three deep and the whole landscape was becoming more "bar" and less "eatery" by the minute. There was a palpable festive atmosphere.
Barrio Chino's food is authentic Mexican fare served in a designer cantina. It's quirky and fun and most definitely fresh!
I would go back again .... though next time perhaps take my drinking sombrero and a party attitude.
BARRIO CHINO: 28-30 Bayswater Rd, Kings Cross, NSW, 2011
OPEN: Tuesday to Sunday 6pm till late
BOOKINGS : +612 8021 9750
good for : after work drinks / group dinners / date night for models ....
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