Yerba Buena presents an innovative take on Latin cuisine. Located at Avenue A in the East Village, the menu features an array of unique exquisite dishes freshly prepared by the renowned Chef Julian Medina. He works his magic to blend exotic flavors from Cuba, Peru, Chile, Mexico, and Argentina in an open kitchen visible from the dining room.

The Cockteleria Clasica (classic cocktail bar) includes a list of signature handcrafted cocktails such as the popular Poquito Picante created exclusively for Yerba Buena by top shelf Mixologists. Owner Giovanny Campos has carefully and tastefully selected an extensive wine list from Argentina, Chile, Spain, and United States.

We invite you to join us for a memorable and a one of a kind experience!

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34 Current Reviews

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Overall

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

(34 Reviews)

Rating Breakdown 34 reviews

5 stars

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4 stars

(13)

3 stars

(4)

2 stars

(2)

1 star

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Food

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.9 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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fit for foodies(19)
neighborhood gem(18)
romantic(11)

special occasion(8)
hot spot(7)
late-night find(5)

YerbaBuena Reviews List

Review 1 for YerbaBuena

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I had a fantastic experience

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/17/2013

2012

Dined on 04/17/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I had a fantastic experience at Yerba Buena! The service was incredible--our waiter was so helpful in explaining the different cocktails and dishes. He gave us a few recommendations of "must-trys" and we couldn't have been happier with our meals. My friend and I both had the Azteca, which couldn't have been a more delicious drink. For dinner, my friend had the Lechon Confitado and I had the Chaufa de Costilla. Both dishes were out of this world. Overall, the ambiance, service, and food were incredible at Yerba Buena. Thank you for a great evening!"

Dined on 04/17/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot

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Review 2 for YerbaBuena

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Tasty and potent drinks...when

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/14/2013

2009

Dined on 03/14/2013

2009

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Tasty and potent drinks...when you leave this place, it makes you want to come back for more, its that good. The hosts are gracious and quick to accommodate. They also don't rush you at all at to let go of the table. Will be going back again and again!"

Dined on 03/14/2013

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 3 for YerbaBuena

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

small portions however highly

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/07/2013

2007

Dined on 03/07/2013

2007

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"small portions however highly tasty. brussel sprouts & croquettes were great"

Dined on 03/07/2013

2007

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 4 for YerbaBuena

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food is amazing, the staff

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/28/2013

2004

Dined on 02/28/2013

2004

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The food is amazing, the staff are incredibly friendly and the venue, while small, is very cozy and welcoming."

Dined on 02/28/2013

2004

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic

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Review 5 for YerbaBuena

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent service and delicious

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/07/2013

2011

Dined on 02/07/2013

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Excellent service and delicious food! The staff here is so accommodating, and they really add to your dining experience."

Dined on 02/07/2013

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 6 for YerbaBuena

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The restaurant week menu was

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/05/2013

2010

Dined on 02/05/2013

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The restaurant week menu was refreshingly varied. I especially enjoyed the shrimp empanadas and the lechon. The service was also excellent. Very friendly and attentive. I definitely plan on stopping by again in a not too distant future."

Dined on 02/05/2013

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 7 for YerbaBuena

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Everyone was so attentive

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 01/28/2013

2006

Dined on 01/28/2013

2006

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Everyone was so attentive and the food and drinks were spectacular."

Dined on 01/28/2013

2006

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Review 8 for YerbaBuena

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food is creative and mostly

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 01/16/2013

2000

Dined on 01/16/2013

2000

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The food is creative and mostly excellent - a few items could be more assertively seasoned. The service was superb. A coat rack would have made dining more comfortable."

Dined on 01/16/2013

2000

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 9 for YerbaBuena

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Great cocktails, good service.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 01/22/2013

2006

Dined on 01/22/2013

2006

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great cocktails, good service. Skirt steak was excellent, carnitas were flavorless and poorly done. Not likely to go back."

Dined on 01/22/2013

2006

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Review 10 for YerbaBuena

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

The food was delicious. The

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 01/21/2013

2009

Dined on 01/21/2013

2009

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The food was delicious. The downfall was the wait time. We started dinner at 845 and didn't leave the restaurant until 11pm . We were ordered shortly after sitting but the orders took forever - which was odd since we were there on a Monday night and the place was not packed."

Dined on 01/21/2013

2009

Special Features: romantic

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Ratings-Only Reviews for YerbaBuena

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Overall

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

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