El Xielo

El Xielo combines a restaurant, bar and lounge at 425 Eastern Avenue in Chelsea. The food menu includes chicharrón with arepa, tostones or yuca, plus beef or chicken tacos, quesadillas and small empanadas. Larger plates range from grilled chicken and sirloin to mixed-grill picadas.

Cocktails include a Colombian Mule made with aguardiente, ginger beer and lime, alongside margaritas and other familiar drinks. Live-music dates are posted on the venue’s Instagram account, which also handles reservation inquiries. There are booths around the dance floor and bar for groups arranging bottle service. Check the current event details before planning a visit around a particular performance.