Libertador

This stretch of Second Avenue still feels like an outpost of South American dining culture, where the doorbell of Libertador rings inside a decade-old storefront. Expect more than just the usual empanadas and grilled meats—this is a place that keeps late hours and serves coffee past midnight, a rare trick in Yorkville. You’ll find it tucked between a dry cleaner and a pre-war walk-up at 1725 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10128. Brunch shows up on weekends, dinner arrives with small plates, and happy hour brings both drinks and snacks to the sidewalk tables. Call 212-348-6222 to confirm what’s on the board; the menu shifts faster than most neighborhood listings notice. Wine, beer, and cocktails rotate with the seasons, so weekday regulars rarely get bored. Find the map here if the numbered streets start to blur.