Savor the Bronx in your neighborhood

Savor the Bronx is here and eateries are tempting diners across the borough with discounts on their already favorite foods.

Sponsored by the Bronx Economic Development Corporation, in partnership with the Bronx Tourism Council and the Bronx Borough President’s office, the six-day restaurant week founded in 2011, returns after a three-year hiatus.

"This six-day event, taking place from February 18–23 highlights the incredible culinary diversity of our borough and provides a platform for our Bronx small businesses to expand their reach and grow,” said Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson.

Despite representing the entire city, Bronx presence in NYC Restaurant Week makes up less than 5 percent of the total participating restaurants and charges them hundreds of dollars to join. Savor the Bronx allows eateries to participate free of charge and covers the entire brough.

Here are the 10 restaurants offering mouth-watering discounts in your neighborhood. For a complete list of all participating restaurants, visit https://www.ilovethebronx.com/savor-the-bronx.

Bailey Seafood & Kuchifrito

146 W. 231^st St.

(347) 964-6295

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Call this Dominican-owned spot and you’ll be greeted in Spanish laced with terms of endearment like, mi amor (my love) and mi reina (my queen) which is typical of Dominican and Puerto Rican households and when you’re there, you’re family which is no surprise that the hole-in-the-wall caters to a loyal fan base of repeat customers, typically local laborers and taxi drivers.

For $35, they offer a four-course prix-fixe menu  Choose from one of their three appetizers, which includes the choice of two empanadas or an assortment of starches and fried meats, one entrée ranging from a classic Cubano sandwich the Dominican breakfast staple of tres golpe (three hits) – a tray of mashed plantains, with fried salami, fried egg and fried cheese – enough to energize the hardest worker. Finish it off with a classic Spanish dessert and your choice of a non-alcoholic beverage.

Discounts apply to take-out orders.

Claudy’s Kitchen

5981 Broadway

(718) 884-7378

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The only Peruvian restaurant in the greater Riverdale area, Claudy’s Kitchen received a Michelin Bib Gourmand award in 2021. Despite opening during the height of the pandemic in June 2020, the intimate husband-and-wife venue, clad with yellow walls has seen consistent business since. Claudy works the counter and answers the phone if you call and is happy to let callers know all the ingredients are fresh and the recipes come from her family and hometown in Peru with rotating specials.

Their empanadas come stuffed and are baked to order, but they are worth the wait.

The restaurant offers 10 percent off all menu items through Feb. 23.

Estrellita Poblana Taqueria Express

5975 Broadway

(347) 899-8461

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Serving Tex-Mex favorites and more traditional items like chicken mole, the decor of this small eatery harnesses the feel of Mexico with sombreros hanging on the wall, artificial flowers and a cactus adding pops of color and terracotta-colored barrel tiles above the bar, typical of houses in Mexico. And above it all, stands La Guadalupe (aka Mary, the mother of Jesus) looking down at the diners and guarding the space.

Estrellita is one of several businesses who have experienced a hit in foot traffic due to the massive barrier wall imposed by the MTA for construction at the 242nd Street station.

They are offering 10 percent off all dinner and lunch menus. However, discounts only apply to cash payments, according to an employee. 

Home BX Steakhouse

224 W. 238^th St.

(929) 243-3527

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Established in 2022, Home Bx advertises itself as “not your typical steakhouse” and they are right. Their menu marries French, Italian and American classics with a Dominican flair. Spanish words are speckled throughout the menu like berenjena croquettes (Spanish for eggplant,) chimi sliders (burgers done Dominican style) and a variety of sides including malanga, maduros (sweet plantains) and yuca fries, to name a few. Inside a long bar is typically filled with customers and boasts a piano that plays on special nights for added atmosphere.

For $50, enjoy a three-course menu with an appetizer, an entrée and dessert from Kingsbridge’s very own S&S Cheesecake, serving the neighborhood and beyond for more than 50 years.

Jake’s Steakhouse

6031 Broadway

(718) 581-0182

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With another location in East Hempstead, Long Island, locals will tell you the Bronx location is the best. Inside, Jake’s gives all the feels of a classic steakhouse with its white tablecloths and intimate booths, each donning their own little sconce. While downstairs the dining area and bar are lively with locals and whatever sports happen to be on the TV, upstairs offers a more romantic setting with a back wall that doubles as a window looking out over Van Cortlandt Park which is even more beautiful when covered in snow. This spot is known for their martinis which they serve to the top and then leave the shaking tin on the side for you to finish what’s left.

For Savor the Bronx, Jake’s offers 20 percent off your entire bill (excluding alcohol.) The discount is not available during happy hour or on their Sunset menu. Cash payments receive a 3.5 percent discount, according to the website.

Kingsbridge Social Club

3625 Kingsbridge Ave.

(347) 346-5180

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Despite the name, you don’t need a membership to enjoy this quaint establishment. Serving up Italian fare and craft beer, Kingsbridge Social Club features a dome-shaped pizza oven and a paint job from the late graffiti legend and Kingsbridge local, Tracy 168 who died at the age of 65 in 2023.

Owners Dave Lindsey and ____ met as the initial crew of the Bronx Alehouse and then ventured off on their own to open KBSC

For $35 enjoy a salad, a specialty pizza and a dessert, a great opportunity to try their mini cannoli, with a house-made filling speckled with orange zest giving these tasty pastries a pop of brightness.

Lava House Cafe

459 W. 238^th St.

(347) 341-5218

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Named for their chocolate fountain, a neon sign on the wall lets visitors know Lava House is for “good vibes only.” Only six months old, the new business on 238^th Street is a new venture by the owners of New Riverdale Gourmet Deli across the street, attracting visitors of all ages with their gelatos, sweet treats and hearty breakfasts. Whether you like it sweet or savory, this chic eatery clad with modern wood paneling serves up omelets, waffles, milkshakes and crepes with a spark of whimsy. Want a Rocky Road crepe with Nutella, marshmallows and chocolate? You got it. Or build your own from their array of sweet toppings.

Watching your sugar intake or sticking to that New Year’s resolution diet? Choose one of their veggie crepes or their Pink Ribbon acai bowl to leave you feeling light and full of energy. Whatever your fancy, the vibes are not the only good thing at Lava House.

 Get 20 percent of your bill while visiting through Feb. 23.

Leche Y Miel

5761 Broadway

(718) 708-5787

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Spanish for milk and honey, the self-described Dominican restaurant, Leche Y Miel has been serving up American and Latin American dishes for more than decade. And although the menu items are written mostly in Spanish, English descriptions make it a family-friendly eatery for all, with a spacious environment making it a low-key spot for a large get-together.

St. Louis ribs with yucca fries for $15, creamy alfredo pasta for $12 or try something more decadent like the stewed goat with crispy plantains for $23 -- with a menu averaging at around $20 per dish, these prices are easy on the pockets and will make you ask, “what inflation?”

Enjoy 10 percent of your entire bill through Feb. 23.

Tin Marin

3708 Riverdale Ave.

(718) 884-4800

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Fusing Spanish tapas with Dominican recipes, this spot is good for both, a casual happy hour amongst friends or a more romantic dinner out with that special someone, but with their varied plates at low prices, you might be inclined to visit with a group and order a pitcher of their famous sangria. It’s also one of the few places to get a paella in the neighborhood – a rice dish traditional to Spain, often served with seafood and named after the pan it is prepared in.

For $45 choose an appetizer, entrée and dessert. Locals have said the flan at Tin Marin is the best in the neighborhood, made in the traditional style by Mama Flora. If nothing else, stop in for the flan.

Tobalá

3732 Riverdale Ave.

(347) 427-6889

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Looking for something a little more adventurous? Venture to this Oaxacan-inspired restaurant serving lamb tacos, duck mole and octopus with an ant sauce – yes, ants. Recognized by the New York Times, Tobalá is an agave plant used for producing mezcal and the run by four owners with close ties to Oaxaca where they either lived, worked or visited extensively.

The cool earth tones provide an upscale feel along with their specially crafted cocktails like their La Guelaguetza, made with a special Mexican rum, sotol, coconut, pineapple, sacred leaf and prepared using a milk clarification process. It’s like walking into a niche spot in SoHo, but right here in Riverdale

For $60, choose an appetizer, entrée and dessert from their curated menu. The sweet tamal offers a traditional street food item with a new spin and modern presentation.

Tortoise & Hare

6115 Broadway

(347) 843-7868

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The fable of the tortoise and the hare taught us that slow and steady wins the race, which makes it a perfect statue to punctuate the large running path around Van Cortlandt Park. And why mess with a good thing? Which is why when a bar opened across the street in 2017, they named themselves after the fabled pair.

Tortoise & Hare has the charm of an Irish pub and is a favorite amongst locals for watching any game that’s on as they fill the space. The top selling items feature French onion soup, shrimp tacos, meatballs marinara, wings and Irish cheesy fried topped with pulled chicken. And with espresso martinis being all the rage, be sure to try theirs, punctuated with raspberry cream.

They offer 20 percent off the entire check, but reservations must be made to receive the discount.