Great new restaurant headed by three young, experienced entrepreneurs. If ""New American"" made any sense as a type of cuisine, this place could be considered ""New Latin American."" Chef had a stint at Animal in Los Angeles, and the general manager is part of Whim Kitchen, a catering business that also hosted pop-up events.\r
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Expect to be pleasantly surprised by the menu - pickled foods that compliment main ingredients, sweet and savory combinations, and fun twists on traditional Latin American foods.\r
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The entree selection is heavy on meats, but the vegetarian option - mushroom mole with hominy - is actually wonderful. One of the appetizers that also masquerades as a dessert, the fried avocado with mango chutney, is perfect.\r
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Drinks are a key part of the experience - inventive versions of classic vodka, tequila, and bourbon-based cocktails. A drink that contains a whole paleta would be the perfect choice for a dessert drink or someone with a serious sweet tooth.\r
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As an equally great choice for a date night or a nice family dinner, Corazon y Miel really shines as an approachable upscale option in Bell.
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