Midtown neighbors are embracing Babalu Tapas & Tacos,
which opened June 26 in Midtown’s 33 Peachtree Place mixed-use
development at West Peachtree Street and Peachtree Place. They’re
buzzing about the fresh flavors of Babalu’s Latin-inspired dishes
tweaked with a tad of Southern influence, the fabulous cocktails made
with freshly-squeezed juices and a natural sense of hospitality -- right
down to welcoming pups on the patio. Even the neighborly grapevine may
not know all of Babalu’s captivating traits.
Take
the Chef’s Table, for instance, where guests are privy to the best
seats in the house -- at no extra cost. Chef’s Table diners order off
the same menu as
guests seated at other tables, with the bonus of being able to interact
with Babalu chefs. Prime food-entertainment here, surveying kitchen
action while sharing starters ($4.95-$10.95) like guacamole made
tableside and yellowfin tuna ceviche. Or, head straight for tapas
($9.25-$13.50) including braised chicken tamales, pan-seared jumbo lump
crab cakes, enchilada of the day, “Fierce” shrimp, pan-roasted redfish
or the shrimp and chorizo skillet. Order three of the same tacos for $9
or mix them up ($3.25-$3.75 each) choosing among beef tenderloin Carne
de Vaca, smoked Niman Ranch pork belly Carne de Cerdo, veggie-full
Vegetal, Atun (spiced seared saku tuna), duck confit De Pato and others.
Salads, sandwiches, shareable sides and desserts round out the menu.
Sometimes “extras” are thrown into the meal mix for lucky Chef’s Table
diners. Although Babalu doesn’t take reservations, guests can request
Chef’s Table seats upon arrival.
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