Is Barrio Chino Still Open? Best Thing I Ever Ate Update (New York, NY)

Current status

As of September 2026, Barrio Chino is listed open on barriochinony.com, reviewed by our team on September 7, 2026; not yet independently confirmed through direct contact.

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What happened after Best Thing I Ever Ate?

The episode featured Barrio Chino's antojitos-and-agave menu, pairing Mexican small plates with mezcal and tequila-based cocktails at this Lower East Side spot open since 2002. The restaurant/bar describes itself on its own site as serving antojitos and agaves, with dinner, lunch, and brunch service plus a private event space for up to 65 guests. According to Barrio Chino's own website, checked 2026-09-08, the business currently runs a Monday Mezcal special ($9 Yola Mezcal drinks) and a Tuesday Patron Tequila deal (two-for-one), and offers online ordering through DoorDash, Grubhub, and Uber Eats. The same site lists current hours as Thursday 3:30-6:30 p.m. for its happy-hour promotions, at 253 Broome Street, New York.

Featured on Best Thing I Ever Ate

Season / episode
Season 3, Episode 13
Original air date
Not confirmed
Episode title
Best Thing I Ever Drank
What was featured
Barrio Chino's antojitos and agave-spirit cocktail menu
Role
Featured restaurant
Name on the broadcast
Barrio Chino

Frequently asked questions

Is Barrio Chino still open in 2026?

As of September 2026, Barrio Chino is listed open on barriochinony.com, reviewed by our team on September 7, 2026; not yet independently confirmed through direct contact.

What happened to Barrio Chino after Best Thing I Ever Ate?

The episode featured Barrio Chino's antojitos-and-agave menu, pairing Mexican small plates with mezcal and tequila-based cocktails at this Lower East Side spot open since 2002. As of September 2026, Barrio Chino is listed open on barriochinony.com, reviewed by our team on September 7, 2026; not yet independently confirmed through direct contact.

Where is Barrio Chino located?

253 Broome Street, New York, NY 10002. That is the address on the record as of September 7, 2026.

What season and episode of Best Thing I Ever Ate featured Barrio Chino?

Season 3, Episode 13 of Best Thing I Ever Ate. The episode is titled “Best Thing I Ever Drank”.

Is Barrio Chino still using the Best Thing I Ever Ate menu or branding?

The episode featured Barrio Chino's antojitos-and-agave menu, pairing Mexican small plates with mezcal and tequila-based cocktails at this Lower East Side spot open since 2002. Anything newer than our last check on September 7, 2026 may not be reflected here.

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Visit info

Address
253 Broome Street, New York, NY 10002
Venue type
restaurant
Official website
barriochinony.com

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