ChicoJulio – Bodega de Mar is now open
on the Upper West Side at 768 Amsterdam Avenue.
It is the first New York location of a concept
embraced by diners in Guadalajara and Mexico City,
serving traditional flavors of Mexico’s coastal seafood cuisine.
Backyard patio
Beyond Restaurants Group is excited to bring more
true Mexican cuisine and culture to New York.
ChicoJulio (“Little Jewel”) was a brave Mexican deep-sea diver,
also known for his beachside cantina in Veracruz.
Octopus Escabeche
Signature dishes include family recipes:
Caldo Michi
Fish and Vegetable Soup, Chopped Avocado, Corn Tortillas
Las Chinitas
Fish Meatballs in a Ginger-Peanut Fish Broth
Pulpo en Escabeche
Pickled Octopus, Herbs, EVOO
El Faro
Sautéed Shrimp Burger, Yellow Pepper, Tomato,
Red Onion, Bacon, Chihuahua Cheese, Avocado
Empapelado
Epazote Roasted Whole Fish of the Day
Prepared on open flame
Burro Shrimp a la Talla
Taco el Jinete – skirt steak, pico de gallo, salsa verde
Carnivores will be delighted with:
La Cachetona
Slow cooked pulled-pork BBQ Sandwich
Pepito
Skirt steak, refried beans, on baguette, pickled jalapeño
Full menu here.
Smoky Cucumber
ChicoJulio’s beverage program was created
by a 5th-generation ‘agavero.’
It focuses on tequilas and mescals from family-owned,
artisanal distillers that are committed to agave sustainability.
Partner and distiller, Sergio Mendoza’s intention
is to let the true agave expression be present in each cocktail.
Signature cocktails will include:
Smoky Cucumber
Blanco Tequila 100% Agave, Fresh Cucumber and Lime Juice,
Egg White, Agave Nectar, Chili-Infused Mescal
Agave Silencioso
Blanco Tequila 100% Agave, Green Chartreuse,
Lime, Agave Nectar, Orange Bitters
Cimarron Blanco, Beefeater Gin, Maraschino, House-Made Grapefruit Soda
Mexican beers, cheladas and micheladas accompany
a wine list dominated by South American bottles.
La Chulita Mango
Full bar menu here.
Brunch service starts Sunday, July 27th 11am – 4pm
Hours:
Monday through Thursday: 4 – 11pm
Friday and Saturday: 4pm – 12am
Sunday: 11am – 10pm