Chef Partner Julian Medina and restaurant group YB & Co introduce Christopher Gilman and their newest Latin hot spot, YerbaBuena Perry. Located at One Perry Street in Manhattan's West Village. YerbaBuena Perry is a chic 55-seater that stirs up an era gone by-1950's Cuba. The restaurant features Julian Medina's reinterpreted Cocina Latina cuisine complemented by signature cocktails, many made with Yerba Buena, a latin mint.

YerbaBuena Perry transports guests from the West Village to an exclusive club in Havana with a feel that is retro yet chic and sophisticated. Designer Welly Lai outfitted the space with floral wall coverings in sea foam hues and leather banquettes, setting a mood of elegance. The restaurant's focal point is an expansive hand-carved bar with an Italian marble top.

Julian Medina's cusine evokes Peru, Cuba, Argentina, Colombia, México and Spain. Yerba Buena Perry's menu includes Ceviches, Tacos, and Parrillada, an Argentine mixed Grill.

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(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

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(8)

2 stars

(3)

1 star

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Food

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.8 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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neighborhood gem(44)
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vibrant bar scene(21)

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Review 1 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 6/08/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Absolutely awesome!! Will definitely be back"

Dined on 6/08/2013

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 2 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great Food and Service

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 6/02/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Had a fantastic brunch at Yerba Buena - the food was all outstanding - every dish was delicious. And even though it was very busy at brunch, the service did not suffer at all, in fact the opposite - the server was friendly and VERY attentive to our "unlimited" drinks - it was a great experience!"

Dined on 6/02/2013

Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem

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Review 3 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Delicious, fusion-y Cuban

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/25/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"If you are going for a really good arroz con pollo, this is the wrong place for you. It's fine, but you really want to order more of their non-traditional Cuban fare, which is often tinged with Asian flavors. The ceviches were delicious, with several very unexpected accompaniments. There's a duck dish that comes with noodles that is really yummy. I also really liked their short rib botana. Order as a group with small plates (or throw in a few entree sized plates) to enjoy the range of options offered."

Dined on 5/25/2013

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

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Review 4 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

great spot any time of day/nite

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/18/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"great cozy spot, with great recommend for small plates to share. Tequila drink specials great & if you can get a corner table even that much more fun!"

Dined on 5/18/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem

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Review 5 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Perfect Cocktails

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/17/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I came here with a good friend of mine for cocktails and appetizers. We ordered the guac and the picada. You don't need anything else if you will be drinking your calories the way we did. Her mojito was spectacular and my BLACKBERRY GIMLET was divine. The freshly squeezed blackberry juice with the vodka and lime was such a treat on a hot late afternoon. The picada had delicious chicarron and chorizo and fired yuca balls. The atmosphere was very friendly and the service was great. They were very attentive and they were constantly freshening up our drinks without us having to hail a waiter down. The music was all salsa and merengue hits, vintage and noveau. I HIGHLY recommend this place. I will be going with my mother for sure."

Dined on 5/17/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem

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Review 6 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Vacation on Perry

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 7/06/2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I've been to YB on Perry many times and it never fails on food, drinks and vibe. Between the attention to detail on the food, Bartenders that use fresh herbs on creative drinks and a fun vibe, I feel like I am on vacation when I go there."

Dined on 7/06/2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot

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Review 7 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Palate Pleaser!

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We love this restaurant- the food is fabulous and inventive. Watermelon fries? Amazing. Every small plates we tasted was delicious."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

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Review 8 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

DELICIOUS

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/01/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Really enjoyed our meal - the only thing I would not have ordered again was the meat dish to share - the picada. The squid was totally amazing, tacos delicious. Yum yum yum!"

Dined on 5/01/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 9 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great neighborhood spot for latin style food. Excellent cocktails. Friendly service. Had a very nice dinner. Will return."

Dined on 5/04/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Review 10 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

brunch was affordable and

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/07/2013

2010

Dined on 04/07/2013

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"brunch was affordable and very tasty. we sat at the bar so our unlimited drink glasses were never empty. great service."

Dined on 04/07/2013

2010

Special Features: great for brunch, great for lunch

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Review 11 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Had a great time at Yerba

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/07/2013

2011

Dined on 04/07/2013

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Had a great time at Yerba Buena this past Sunday for boozy brunch, my first time...the guacamole dip with chipotle was extremely tasty and paired well with the Brazilian Bellinis we drank, and I also thoroughly enjoyed the arepas. Service was solid and they kept the drinks flowing and didn't hold us to the one-hour limit - we were there for probably 75-80 minutes or so."

Dined on 04/07/2013

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, hot spot

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Review 12 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Very small and very loud.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/23/2013

2004

Dined on 03/23/2013

2004

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Poor) 1 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Very small and very loud. Food was okay."

Dined on 03/23/2013

2004

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find

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Review 13 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The food is wonderful in this location. Between the two locations I much prefer the west village location. The waitress was phenomenal."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem

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Review 14 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem

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Review 15 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food (but pricey)

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/17/2013

2008

Dined on 03/17/2013

2008

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We went to Yerba Buena with a TravelZoo deal. The food overall was delicious. We split an order of the trio fries (watermelon, avocado and hearts of palm) and the parillada (mixed grill). The parillada was AMAZING. A huge ribeye steak topped with avocado salad, a large portion of short ribs, a big chunk of bone marrow, a comically tiny arepa, and assorted sauces. Delicious, but perhaps a bit too rich, especially with the fries (our fault, obviously). Cocktails, apps, and desserts were included too. The first two were great, but the desserts were rather uninspired. I'd love to go back, but to be honest, I feel the actual price of everything we ordered was quite high. Not sure I'd go back without some kind of deal."

Dined on 03/17/2013

2008

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 16 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

A solid choice for date night

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/14/2013

2005

Dined on 03/14/2013

2005

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"My boyfriend and I tried a handful of the small plates as well as the "hearts of palm" french fries - which are basically hearts of palm, battered and fried. All were quite tasty save for the beef tacos, which were a little lacking in flavor. I would go back for the fish tacos, the mini arepas, and the fries.

The atmosphere was modern (but not too much so) and vibrant. Though it wasn't too busy when we first got there, it still felt lively. Many more people filtered in around 8pm, but even then, it didn't get too noisy. It's a solid choice for date night."

Dined on 03/14/2013

2005

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic

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Review 17 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

I enjoyed the peppery cocktails

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/10/2013

2007

Dined on 03/10/2013

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"I enjoyed the peppery cocktails and my salmon was delicious. The unique variety of fries and flan were also quite good."

Dined on 03/10/2013

2007

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

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Review 18 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

LOVE this restaurant. The

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/07/2013

2008

Dined on 02/07/2013

2008

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"LOVE this restaurant. The food is delicios and the drinks are also fab!! Will definitely be going back again soon!"

Dined on 02/07/2013

2008

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 19 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Everything was delicious

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/02/2013

2006

Dined on 03/02/2013

2006

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Everything was delicious- from the food to the cocktails; the excellent service and attention was the cherry on top!"

Dined on 03/02/2013

2006

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

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Review 20 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Went here for a birthday brunch

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/02/2013

2009

Dined on 03/02/2013

2009

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Went here for a birthday brunch on Saturday and had a terrific experience. Our waitress was excellent and very attentive. She kept the unlimited brunch cocktails flowing. She even gave 2 of my friends their drinks in larger glasses. The food was also very good. The only thing I can suggest is that I was hoping that my fish tacos entree would have been more. It seemed there was a whole lot more rice than beans. The guacamole is excellent and so were the cheese fritter appetizer. The ambiance inside was fun and energetic and I would definitely go again."

Dined on 03/02/2013

2009

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem

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Review 21 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great brunch. Food was very

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/24/2013

2010

Dined on 02/24/2013

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great brunch. Food was very good. Brunch cocktails were great. A bit loud. Sort of close, but this is NYC and have been closer to other tables in other places. Recommend highly."

Dined on 02/24/2013

2010

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for brunch, hot spot

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Review 22 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Brunch review -

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/24/2013

2012

Dined on 02/24/2013

2012

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I guess I had too high ecpectation for this place.
The 1 hour unlimited drink is a great deal although both of mimosa and bloody mary was slightly weak.
French toast was delicious with rich and fluffy brioche and a lot of cheese in it, but I just didn't like the caramel sauce on top of it. It was overpowering and too sweet to me.
We seated in the back of the restaurant, and it was kind of dark. I missed windows and sun shine.
Service was overall good. Bartendar was nice and our glasses were always re-filled quickly. But I just felt weird when a waiter jumped into our conversation by himself."

Dined on 02/24/2013

2012

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Review 23 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great scene, moderate pricing,

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/24/2013

2012

Dined on 02/24/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Great scene, moderate pricing, great food, perfect for brunch."

Dined on 02/24/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem

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Review 24 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Love it here

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/22/2013

2009

Dined on 02/22/2013

2009

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Been there twice now with large groups (6 and 8 people), and everyone has loved it both times. Really good food and their spicy margaritas are dangerously good. I recommend the coffee braised pork belly and guacamole for appetizers, and the suckling pig and the black cod for entrees."

Dined on 02/22/2013

2009

Special Features: good for groups

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Review 25 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I was pleasantly surprised

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/22/2013

2004

Dined on 02/22/2013

2004

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I was pleasantly surprised at how much this restaurant exceeded my expectations. The service - including the hostess - was spot on and respectful. Good choices for food. I had the baby back ribs (off the bone) and my friends had the suckling pig. Both succulent."

Dined on 02/22/2013

2004

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot

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Review 26 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

as always, i really enjoyed

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/16/2013

2007

Dined on 02/16/2013

2007

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"as always, i really enjoyed food, ambience and service. Thank you!"

Dined on 02/16/2013

2007

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

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Review 27 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

This place had a happening

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/16/2013

2012

Dined on 02/16/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"This place had a happening vibe. Loud music, funky decor, and fantastic drinks. The food was great - the calamari is definitely worth it! The ceviche and fish tacos were also excellent. We tried the trio of fries - avocado, watermelon and hearts of palm - and decided we prefer these things not fried but it was still an interesting dish to try! The service was really great and the overall dining experience made for a nice evening. I would definitely recommend this place and I'll be back to try some of the other dishes."

Dined on 02/16/2013

2012

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

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Review 28 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My only issue with this place

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/02/2013

2009

Dined on 02/02/2013

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"My only issue with this place is it takes a while to be seated. However the food is so great I keep going back. I LOVE THE FISH TACOS! I had two orders on my own!"

Dined on 02/02/2013

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot

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Review 29 for Yerba Buena Perry

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5