Cuba

Overall good service, great restaurant, great experience - Definitely will be coming back to Cuba!\r Pros: food more

Went there for brunch on a Sunday afternoon. Good music and sangria. Poor service. They were slow to take our order and only got 1 out of 4 of our orders right. Pros: music, drinks Cons: service more

Cuba has it all -- ambience, great food, great service, great location!!! From the second we stepped inside, this place was wonderful. We were warmly greeted at the door and seated promptly. The nostalgic feel and live music (even on a Monday!) has made this my new favorite spot! So, if you are hungry or simply feel like having a drink and want to feel like you are away from bustling city for a few hours, get to Cuba quick! Pros: food, ambience, service more

Just had my bday dinner here - I had moved my party here after I couldn't reserve at some other restaurant due to the number of people I had (12). I had passed by Cuba on a number of occasions and remembered it so I took the risk and made a last minute reservation. What a good call!! Food was great - everybody had clean plates by the end of the night. Prices are reasonable for a ""night out"" kind of restaurant like this. It's my new favorite restaurant!\r \r But what really makes this spot is the ambiance and vibe. Don't let the standard exterior fool you - go past the front area and you'll be surprised by the little cozy nooks the space has to offer. We were seated downstairs and it was even better - just have to see it for yourself. I would describe the vibe as cozy/romantic but also lively and loud. I went saturday and it was a busy night - I can see it being a good date spot but probably on weedays. My only complaint was that music at times was a tad too loud.\r \r Overall good service, great restaurant, great experience - defintely coming back here again!!\r Pros: great ambiance, romantic feel but lively at the same time, great for groups more

My friend and I were roaming around for a good place to eat, and we walked by this restaurant. We haven't had cuban food in a while; so, we decided to try it out. It was a great dinner experience!!! The atmosphere was fabulous with the music, the lighting, everything! We chose to dine downstairs, only because we wanted to talk, and I thought it was the perfect area to have a relaxing dinner with a friend. \r \r The food was simply AMAZING!!! However, I thought the dishes were pretty pricey, but I think it's worth every penny. If you go here, you HAVE to get a pitcher of their Sangria. It's the best I've EVER had!!!\r \r I think this is definitely a place worth checking out!! Pros: Great Food, Great Music, FABULOUS DRINKS!!! Cons: Parking, Expensive more

Great ambience, live music on a Monday night! Service was a little slow, but they were attentive and friendly. Food is good and the Mojitos are great! Pros: Mojitos, Friendly staff Cons: Small bar more

Wonderful experience: The food, drinks, music and attention were simply excellent!!! I would highly recommend CUBA!! Pros: Food, Drinks, Music Cons: Small, a little expensive more

Fabulous food, great service. I can't say enough good things more

I WAS THERE FOR A FRIEND'S BIRTHDAY PARTY. FOOD WAS GREAT, STAFF WAS NICE AND PATIENT (CONSIDERING WE HAD ABOUT 30 PEOPLE IN OUR GROUP). more

While strolling up Thompson St my boyfriend and I stumbled upon Cuba and decided to try it. The service was excellent from the get go. It's a small place and dimly lit with a nice romantic ambience. I had lamb and my friend had chicken, my lamb melted off the bone and was excellent (his dish was so-so) - both with cous-cous. I'd go again although I found prices to add up rather quickly with wine. Pros: Food, Ambience, Service more

Had my brothers 30th B-day dinner there. All the food was great and the portions were very nice. (I am a big fan of BIG portions) Everything was great, had the downstairs room next to the bar. One thing to keep an eye out for. If you have a large party, they already include the tip in the bill. We almost paid the waiter a double tip. Look out!! Pros: food, portions Cons: tip inludeded w/party more

we took a friend from London to Cuba and had a wonderful evening. we were seated downstairs in a cosy setting. the staff were fantastic and kept the mojitos coming (very highly recommended). the food is average, but clearly the service, ambience and drinks make up for it. more

After reading all of the poor reviews for the service at Cuba I was somewhat hesitant to dine here on Valentine's Day. We were seated as soon as we arrived at the restaurant. The live band was excellent. Red roses were given to all of the ladies. The food was excellent, as was the service. We even had a friend join us in the middle of our dinner and they accomodated our friend. This is a fun place. Thank you for a memorable Valentine's Day! Pros: Food, Service, Decor Cons: Very loud music more

My associates @ the Law firm told me all about this place and seeing it from the outside you don't see much but once you go inside you realize its special purpose.The place was jammed with people so they sat us downstairs in this room they called Hemingways Hideaway. The MGR/Host ANGEL was most accomodating and attentive.We sat downstairs ate our meal.Vacca frita,paella,bocaditos,and some other tasty dishes.Then we came back upstairs to enjoy the LIVE CUBAN MUSIC playing. To top it off a great cigar for my husband.Thanks for taking us during this crazy snow storm!!Thanks Angel ! Thanks Cuba Pros: service, ambience, cigars more

this is a great find...food yummy, great drinks and kool atmosphere! more

We returned to Cuba restaurant to find our lil gem in the west village as cozy as returning home.The food tastes amazing ropa vieja with some pinchos and emapanadas for starters.We grooved to its sultry latin music. Makes me feel proud to be in touch with my latino roots.Thanks Cuba Thanks Angel the Mgr for making us feel special Pros: cigars and musica Cons: BAR Traffic more

Well the ambiance, decor & cigar roller make up for the lack of service Cuba is able to provide. The Sangria & the live band helped to shorten the 2 hour wait we had for our 9 pm reservation. Mind you, a reservation that was made over 6 weeks prior, confirmed, & reconfirmed the same day. Staff apologies aside, the restaurant is best for small parties & off nights. The main dining room gets more crowded as Happy hour progresses. All in all: Good food, Great price, less than stellar service. Pros: ambiance, price, live music Cons: service, staff, small space more

what a great place! the ambience is fantastic; we were seated in the back room which was really cozy and well decorated... the mojito was the best i've ever had, and they have a good selection of Chilean and Argentinean wines too... the appetizer we shared [pototo ""balls"" stuffed w/ cheese] was delicious, albeit small... get one for each of you! great seafood selection; the red snapper on a bed of plantains was the best thing i've had in a long time! my friend loved her steak, and even though shes not a vegetable lover, they were the first thing off her plate! The portions are just perfect - you'll finish your plate AND you'll be satisfied.... especially if you try the desserts - the flan was delicious as was the chocolate souffle... the bill, for two came to 90 WITH tip... absolutely worth it for such a great night! Pros: food, ambience more

This place is excellent. I had a great time. The inside is very cute, the pictures dont do it justice. Our server was polite and the service was fast, a rare combination in NYC. He greeted us with a smile and made us feel very comfortable. The mojitos here are AWESOME! This was my first time eating at Cuba but it will not be my last...I'll be back. Pros: Food, Value, Service more

We went to Cuba with a party of seven on Saturday night. We were early for our reservation but they seated us right away. Our waiter Tony was the best, fast, courteous and made sure our pitchers of Mojito and Sangria were always filled. The food is outstanding from the appetizers to the desserts, we were all stuffed and happy with the savory Cuban flavors. The band rocked the house and sang Happy Bday to my friend and got everyone in the place involved. They even served her a Flan with flame shooting sparklers as her candle, it was so exciting. Hand rolled Cigars are given to all patrons and they were great. My husband smoked it that night and raved about it. Truly an outstanding time!!! We will definitely be back! Pros: delicious food, great drinks , great service more