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Hell's Kitchen

679 Ninth Ave., New York, NY 10036
at 47th St.  See Map | Subway Directions Hopstop Popup
212-977-1588 Send to Phone

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  • Reader Rating:

    8.8 out of 10

    4 Reviews | Write a Review

  • Cuisine: American Nouveau, Mexican
Photo by John Saponara

Hours

Sun-Mon, 5pm-11pm; Tue-Fri, 11:30am-3pm and 5pm-midnight; Sat, 5pm-midnight

Nearby Subway Stops

C, E at 50th St.

Prices

$18-$24

Payment Methods

American Express, MasterCard, Visa

Special Features

  • Delivery
  • Dine at the Bar
  • Good for Groups
  • Lunch

Alcohol

  • Full Bar

Reservations

Recommended

Delivery Area

42nd St. to 57th St., Eighth Ave. to West Side Hwy.

Profile

Fresh, flavorful cuisine with a seasonal bent draws crowds to this Mexican-fusion sleeper in Hell's Kitchen. A glass wall looks onto an unexpectedly picturesque slice of Ninth Avenue, and streams light into the warm, casual dining room where vintage travel posters adorn exposed-brick and bright, maize-colored walls. It's a lively space, with tables and taupe banquettes shoved together (a bit too closely) and a tiled bar running the room's length. But judging by the crowds, no one minds squeezing in, especially when the fare is this consistently satisfying and beautifully presented. During the summer months, the chef likes to experiment with the smoky flavors associated with grilling, layering it with varying intensities of heat and a bounty of market produce. Kernels of corn sweetly dot the creamy tang of an artichoke quesadilla, while a silky, coconut flan with chewy macaroons and a tropical compote of blueberries, mango, and kiwi is simply sinful. Accordingly, the menu warms up in the winter, with substantial dishes like a satisfying pork stew sopped up by starchy polenta. A variety of sangrias, margaritas, and well-mixed specialty cocktails kick off the celebration.

Extra

All deliveries are at a $50 minimum and only available at lunch time.

Recommended Dishes

Artichoke quesadilla, $18; coconut flan with macaroons and compote, $7

8.8 "Recommended"
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Nothing wrong with their cornbread

food_is_amazing from 10019 | Posted on 5/20/08

Overall Reader Rating: 7 (Recommended)
Food: 7
Service: 7
Décor: 7
Value: 9

The best part of my lunch at Hell's Kitchen was the cornbread. Man, it was good. Served with some black beans and peppers and cream. . . But I digress; it came free with the meal. The lunch menu is somewhat limited...Read More

Mexican Fusion to rival Rosa Mexicano

dmblover31 from New York City | Posted on 10/7/06

Overall Reader Rating: 8 (Recommended)
Food: 9
Service: 8
Décor: 7
Value: 8

We've eaten here multiple times and each is consistently good. Grab one of their fabulous margaritas at the bar while waiting for your seat. Watch out b/c it gets crowded waiting on the weekends, but it's worth it...Read More

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