Cafe Havana
(612) 338-8484
119 Washington Ave N
Minneapolis,
MN
55401
44.983
-93.2705
Neighborhoods: Central, Warehouse District
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In Short
The space re-creates old Havana's paradise of privilege through telling details: rich dark wood, smoldering lighting, sumptuous velveteen chairs and curtains, and the whiff of good cigars. The crowd is a mix of enamored dates, talkative friends and big families. Start the meal with a mojito and an order of the unprecedented lobster cakes. You'll never forget the ribs, thick with tender, tender meat and dripping with sauce. Lovely sides include mashed yucca, indulgent fried plantains and hearty black beans and rice, the national dish.
User Reviews
ssssstj
May 28, 2008
Decor was beautiful. Smaller than I thought but it was nice. Yuca tasted great- the potroast out of this world! The flavors and spices all came together. Had the same waiter both times we went and he was great- helped us with the menu and his recommendations were right on. Try the Mojito's - awesome. Will definently go back and visit.
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sailgal
April 06, 2008
We had been wanting to try this place for a long time. Always looked interesting, but it had not worked out for us to go until this week. We should have definitely gone sooner. It was a wonderful experience. The mojito was the best we had ever had, the staff (especially our waiter from Peru) was super attentive and wonderful, and the food was great. My husband had the tuna and I had the beef roast special and both were seasoned to perfection and tender. The valet parking was a definite plus too! My only regret is that we didn't make it there sooner.
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October 22, 2007
Last year on a cold snowblown winter night I drove by Cafe Havana for the 1st time and looked through the windows at a most wounderful sight! Here in Mpls. was a place out of the past. Old building,narrow, white tablecloths, candles glowing, I had to go there someday. Well I did this last sat. and was blown away when the vision matched the reality. Service - perfect. Noise level - great ( you could talk to each other). Price - 85.00 for two ( less than I had expected). Parking - Valet ( a real nice thing in this area, the next door bldg. is S-x World ((Citysearch won't let you use the real word)). Food - Interesting ( in a nice way. Very nice flavor. I had expected hot but I don't think anything on the menu was spicey. We tried a lot of things and the only thing I didn't like was the choc.cake, and that is also the only thing I can spell!) Table - I like booths and got one here as the tables seemed too close together. I loved this place so much that I won't go back there for a least a year. I usually wear out my love for a place by going there too often. Cafe Havana I intend to savor for some time
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What to Drink:
They're known for their sangria, but don't forget about their extensive, world-traveled wine list.
Know Before You Go:
If the tres leches cake is offered for dessert, say si.
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Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Late Night Dining, Romantic Dining, Group Dining, Live Music
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Smoking Permitted:
Yes
