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Beto's Carnitas & Guisados

Lower East Side, New York, NY 📍 Maps

Beto's Carnitas & Guisados is a labor of love, founded by Tahiz Gonzalez and Connor Kaminski, and named after Gonzalez's late father, Umberto, honoring his legacy and her childhood memories of Mexico City street food. This unassuming Lower East Side storefront is a rare find in NYC, focusing on authentic Mexico City-style braised stews and slow-cooked pork, a culinary experience often hard to come by in the city. Regulars know to grab their tacos and tortas from the small counter, often for takeaway, as the space is intimate and prioritizes the kitchen.

★ The Legend
Carnitas
The namesake dish, these carnitas combine pork shoulder, belly, and ribs, slow-cooked to tender perfection. They are a standout, often compared favorably to what you'd find across the border in Tijuana and many Mexico City establishments.
◆ Fan Favorite
Chicharrón en Salsa Verde
This guisado features deeply simmered chicharrón in a vibrant salsa verde, a dish that regulars consistently praise. It's a rich and flavorful option that many diners find themselves reordering on every visit.
◇ Hidden Gem
Chambarete en Salsa Morita
While many first-timers gravitate towards the carnitas, the Chambarete en Salsa Morita is a deeply flavorful braised beef dish that in-the-know diners seek out. It's a testament to the kitchen's skill with guisados and offers a different, equally satisfying experience.
Insider Tip

First-timers often overlook the variety of guisados beyond the carnitas. Instead, make sure to try at least one of their slow-braised stews, like the Tinga de Pollo or Pollo en Mole Verde, in a taco or torta. This will give you a fuller appreciation for the authentic Mexico City street food experience that Beto's is bringing to the Lower East Side.

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