CAFE LAURENT
Read moreOn the top floor of a large building in the Vedado, an unusual paladar with a superb view of the city from the terrace. Inside, it's so chic and designer that you'd think you were in Miami. The canopies, the shutters, the paintings, the furniture from the 1950s, everything has been carefully studied and it's really successful. Drinks include champagne, cocktails and Rioja wines, and the food is a festival of scents and colors. Your taste buds will love the seafood and meat specialties divinely prepared and presented.
PALADAR LA GUARIDA
Read moreIt was the location of the famous film Fresa y Chocolate, directed in 1993 by the Cuban director Gutierrez Alea, and since 1996 it has been one of the best paladaresin the city, located on the third floor of this beautiful, old palace with a slightly surreal atmosphere. Don't miss the many photos of celebrities who have dined there: Mick Jagger, Madonna and Sting... On the plate, nuevo cuban at : a traditional Cuban cuisine"exoticized" by a touch of new French, Spanish, Mexican cuisine... Unique !
CAFETERIA EL PORTAL ET RESTAURANT EL PATIO
Read moreA good place to stop when you arrive, because you can enjoy the typical atmosphere, enjoying a good mojito, sitting on the terrace on the magnificent square of the cathedral. You can also eat some local tinkering: tapas, sandwiches, salads, steaks and possibly lobster. Mojitos correct from 3 CUC. A very pleasant address with excellent value for money.
LA ESQUINA DE CUBA
Read moreLocated in the same street as the famous bar La Bodeguita del Medio, this new restaurant is on the corner, hence its name in Spanish. It is indeed on the floor of a colonial house nicely restored so you don't notice it right away, you have to raise your head! It has the advantage of having a small terrace that goes around the balconies, which allows to have a nice view on the street. As for the dishes, it is a Cuban cuisine revisited which is in the honor. Do not miss to take a cocktail at the bar, they are well prepared.
CAFE BAHIA
Read moreThis small rustic-style wooden house is a very good fish restaurant that buys directly from the fishermen. Cafe Bahia is, with Jama (Habana Vieja), one of the few establishments in Havana to offer sushi, sashimi and ceviche. The quality is excellent, you can go there with your eyes closed! The restaurant is held by an adorable family, which does not spoil anything... Very nice terrace in the Miramar district, near the Vedado (two blocks from the river). A very recommendable address in short!
CASTILLO DE FARNES
Read moreRestaurant founded in 1896, whose facade is identifiable with the horn of abundance. Its interior is inspired by those Spanish taverns that blossom good the peninsula with the posters of toreros. Fidel Castro, as a student, had his habits. Try home specialty: the lacon con dads (ham, potato) you can water from a Spanish wine.
HANOI
Read moreYou will install in the room, which gives on the still very lively Plaza del Cristo, or in the patio. Typical Cuban dishes (try chicken salad, a treat!), accompanied by a good beer (Crystal or Bucanero). Digestion also facilitated after the absorption of the excellent mojito (2 CUC), much cheaper than the Bodeguita del Medio. Music groups frequently occur.
MONEDA CUBANA
Read moreAntonio, a very friendly owner, multiplies passions. A football fan, including Atletic Bilbao, he also collects tickets from all over the world, including those issued prior to the Cuban revolution. The staff were friendly and helpful. Attention: Don't confuse this restaurant with the same name located at the corner of Calle Empedrado and Calle Mercaderes, Calle Ignacio, because it is much less good!
FACTORIA PLAZA VIEJA (EX-TABERNA DE LA MURALLA)
Read moreWelcome to Factoria Plaza Vieja! A particularly nice terrace and interior for this elegant brasserie with its yellow façade and beautiful Spanish arches, overlooking Plaza Vieja. Choose between fast food at low prices - good tapas and hearty burgers - or more solid and well-cooked dishes, especially grills. Beer lovers, you'll be in heaven, because they are home-made! The mere sight of the tanks is enough to convince you.