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A Food & Drink Tour Of Spanish Harlem

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Nell Casey

Published Aug 12, 2013

Modified Aug 12, 2013

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Tucked between the oft-maligned Upper East Side and the larger expanse of Harlem, Spanish Harlem—or "El Barrio"—boasts a vibrant and diverse cultural identity. From the old-school Italian relics to the myriad taco joints to the next generation of upscale steakhouses and tapas bars, the neighborhood offers flavors and scenes for all tastes. So far, the area has mostly resisted the invasion of soul-crushing corporate eateries in favor of mom-and-pop shops that keep the neighborhood's distinct character alive.We can't include everything so be sure to tell us what we missed in the comments. All photographs by Sam Horine. Be sure to check out his shots of life in the neighborhood at the end of this list. Previously: Food and Drink tours of South Slope, Crown Heights, Astoria, Bed-Stuy, Chinatown, the Lower East Side, Greenpoint,, City Island and Harlem.
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