China Poblano by José Andrés

At China Poblano, tacos and noodles come together in a festive, stylish setting recalling the vibrant street markets of Mexico and China. Inspired by José Andrés’ travels through these parts of the world, our restaurant brings authentic ingredients and techniques from both cultures, with a healthy dash of José’s unique brand of creativity. José and his culinary team drew upon their expertise of Mexican cuisine from the award-winning Oyamel Cocina Mexicana in Washington, DC, and then traveled to Mexico to further refine their recipes for China Poblano. The final menu features tacos, pozole rojo, tamales and fresh ceviches alongside guacamole prepared tableside. Guests can watch as handmade heirloom corn tortillas and tacos are made on a large comal, the way they are prepared in Mexico. In order to create a modern Chinese menu rooted in tradition, José and the culinary team also conducted research and development trips to Hong Kong and Beijing. There they observed, tasted and learned from the local people not only to capture the authenticity of the cuisine but to represent the thriving culture of China. They discovered traditional Siu Mai dumplings and the popular Dan Dan Mian (a street food classic) and the art of handmade cut noodles. This trip also inspired China Poblano's Dim Sum open kitchen, where guests can watch the culinary action. From the food to the space, China Poblano is the story of the rich history between Mexico and China and where the authentic bold flavors