5 /5 Giselle Santamaria: Absolutely incredible, authentic Cuban food. I’ve spent years looking for a place like this in Washington, and I feel so lucky to have finally found it.
From the moment you read the menu—and especially once you taste the food—you can tell that every dish has been carefully crafted to stay true to the flavors of real Cuban cuisine. I ordered the Pastelito de Carne, and it was outstanding. The seasoned ground beef, which is essential to a great pastelito, instantly transported me back home. It truly felt like that unforgettable scene in Ratatouille when the critic tastes the food and is carried away by flavor and memory.
Then came the Croquetas, the Lechón, the Ropa Vieja (my favorite dish of all time), the black beans, and the mojo. I was able to try all of this by ordering the Tour of Havana, which was amazing and something I recommend 100%. The drinks were just as delicious, and the Coco Flan for dessert was stunning.
Beyond the food, the people who run this place make it truly special. From Esther, who welcomes you with a big smile, to Miriam, the cook we briefly had the pleasure of meeting, to Kristina, the owner. With the help of her family, deep Cuban roots, and a genuine love for Cuban culture, she has created something truly special.
Thank you for such a wonderful experience. I can’t wait to come back and try the rest of the menu. If you’re looking for real, authentic Cuban food, do yourself a favor and check this place out. I’m officially a regular now.
