A little Latin is returning to Alphabet City. Newcomer Yerba Buena (named after the herb) is aiming to open on June 2nd in the old Samba-le space on Avenue A. Designer Welly Lai (Toloache) has redone the interior with tropical colors, leafy wallpaper, wooden tables and bright white banquettes. Chef Lenis "Lenny" Gonzales (ex China Grill) will be in the kitchen serving up his take on classic Cuban and Latin American–inspired fare like rabbit conejo stew with mushrooms and red pepper, ropa vieja (shredded steak with rice and beans) and roasted suckling pig with sweet plantains and congri (rice and beans). Entrees are expected to cost between $18–$20 (23 Ave. A; 212-529-2919).