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I tried one of Rihanna's favorite dishes in NYC, and everything from the fries to the short rib blew me away

Rachel AskinasiFeb 11, 2023, 18:06 IST

Rihanna's favorite dish at her go-to New York restaurant is lomo saltado, Coppelia's owner says.Rachel Askinasi/Insider and Amy Sussman/WireImage

Rihanna has often been spotted eating at Coppelia in Manhattan.
In 2017, the owner told Billboard Style that her favorite dish was the lomo saltado.

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Rihanna is a known fan of Coppelia, a "Latin diner with Cuban soul," according to the New York eatery.

Rihanna seen outside Coppelia on two separate occasions.Raymond Hall/Contributor/Getty Images

I wanted to see what kept the singer coming back for more, so I headed to 14th St. to give it a try.

The outdoor space in front of Coppelia.Rachel Askinasi/Insider

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Inside, I had to push past a barrier of luxe blue curtains before entering the orb of the diner's atmosphere.

Inside Coppelia diner in New York City.Rachel Askinasi/Insider

I sat to look at the menu, even though I already knew what I was going to order, and immediately thought about the next time I'd be back.

The menu at Coppelia in New York City.Rachel Askinasi/Insider

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As I waited for my meal, I looked around the restaurant, noticing all the art, customers, and music.

Inside Coppelia's rear dining space.Rachel Askinasi/Insider

When I tried the lomo saltado, I understood why this was one of Rihanna's favorite NYC eateries.

Lomo saltado at Coppelia.Rachel Askinasi/Insider

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Admittedly, the first thing I tried was a french fry. Then, I went for the short rib.

Fries and beef short rib in the lomo saltado from Coppelia.Rachel Askinasi/Insider

There were so many components to this dish, and I thought they all worked together beautifully.

Rice, tomato, and other ingredients make up Coppelia's lomo saltado.Rachel Askinasi/Insider

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I capped off my meal with a café Cubano, which hit the spot.

I ordered a café Cubano to end the meal.Rachel Askinasi/Insider

Overall, I loved my experience at Coppelia's and I already can't wait to go back.

Until next time!Rachel Askinasi/Insider

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