These high-concept Mexican spots are the festive links in Stephen Hanson’s B.R. Guest chain. Stylized South-of-the-Border food created by chef Ivy Stark and flavorful margaritas (sage and plum, anyone?) appeal both to after-work hordes and weekend tourist throngs. Though the dining rooms at the massive midtown outlets and the relatively diminutive Soho location make token gestures at Mexican themes – wooden crosses, carved wall panels – sleek latticed walls and mood lighting are more hotel lounge than hacienda. With big mortars of guacamole made fresh tableside and those tasty cocktails (plus more than 100 tequilas), meals can be an afterthought for some patrons.
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Dos Caminos Soho
475 West Broadway, New York - (212) 277-4300
