Barrio 47

Brunch will never be the same again. This is a VERY VERY late post and I am sorry to report that Barrio 47 has closed its doors. Though we only went once, it was one of the best brunch spots we've been to in NYC thus far. And that says a lot. But as being a foodist goes, you really must try a place at least once, so the consensus is clear. 

My cocktail was a strawberry lemonade punch which was delicious and strong. The perfect sweet and tart combination.

As my meal, I had their crab cake benedict with truffle fries. I say this time and time again, all truffle fries are not created equal. The truffle aroma and flavor, the spices, the parmesan, they were just mind blowing. The poached eggs were perfect with a savory hollandaise sauce dripping all over. And let's not forget the beautiful bed of salad lightly drizzled with a tangy, sweet vinaigrette.

To think we were finished with the flavor party. We had another thing coming! So, as a rule for brunching. No matter how much we've ordered, we always get a french toast for dessert to share. Now. This french toast was to die! It was the perfect challah. Quite wonderfully crispy all around and soft in the inside, the berries and powdered sugar were delightful. But wait a minute, the dipping sauce. It was a dulce de leche dipping sauce, which was by far the best I've ever had. It was scrumptious! So good that, though their kitchen was closing and transitioning for dinner, we asked for another and they graciously obliged. We were and french toast heaven! LOL

I really wish this place was still opened, or that we'd have another chance to go and order the same things. Or maybe something new. Till then, happy brunching!