Credit: photo by John Anderson

Chef Alma Alcocer has found a niche for her outstanding Mexico City-style cuisine – a little traditional, a little modern, a lot of fun – with killer dishes like duck mole enchiladas and ancho chile rellenos. The rooftop bar is lovely, perfect for happy hour or cocktailing before a show at the Long Center. – Claudia Alarcón

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