Barrio Café is the vision of owners Wendy Gruber and Chef Silvana Salcido Esparza. Since 2002, Barrio Café has been the celebrated home to Chef Silvana Salcido Esparza. Here, her unique cuisine serves to elevate Mexican American culture. Chef Silvana's versions of regional Mexican favorites are recognized as some of the best Mexican cuisine in Phoenix, the region, and nationally. Some iconic menu items include Cochinita Pibil, Chiles en Nogada, and Chef's tableside Guacamole.
Do not be fooled by copies. There is only one Barrio Cafe.
NOT affiliated with other restaurants with the "barrio" name.
All items are 100% Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Soy-Free and Sugar-Free.
Course 1:
Barrio Guacamole
World Famous Guacamole with Pomegranates served with chips
Course 2:
(choose one)
Cochinita Pibil
Sour Orange and Achiote marinated pork cooked in Banana Leaves for 12 hours. Finished with Pico de Gallo and pickled onions. Served with Barrio Papas and Piloncillo glazed carrots and fresh Corn Tortillas
or
Vegano Chiles en Nogada (Vegan)
Vegan Version of a Classic Barrio Dish. Poblano pepper stuffed with mushrooms, platano maduro, nuts, dried fruits,fresh apples and pears. Finished in almond cream reduction. Served with Barrio Papas and Glazed Carrots
Course 3:
Flan
Traditional flan with candied pecans and strawberries
Pick Up Orders:
Saturday, February 26 from 5-7 p.m. at
Barrio Cafe
(16th St. & Thomaas Rd.)
2814 N. 16th St. #1205
Phoenix, AZ 85006
ABOUT THE CHEF
Silvana Salcido Esparza
Silvana Salcido Esparza comes from humble beginnings as a baker's daughter in Central Valley California. She grew up in a multi-generational home, learning to cook with her Grandmother and working alongside her parents in the family bakeries. After culinary school, Chef Silvana traveled independently to all parts of Mexico. She brought that experience home to Phoenix when, in 2002, she opened Barrio Café with her business partner Wendy Gruber.
Chef Silvana's food is legendary. Her expertise was sought by Sunset Magazine, her vision was recognized by Esquire Magazine, and her iconic cuisine was featured on the Food Network's Diners Drive-Ins and Dives. In addition to her culinary contributions, Chef Silvana endeavors to make Phoenix a better place to live and work through her tireless support of artists. Read much more about her at ChefSilvana.com, #chefSILVANAphx
