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Guantanamera, New York, NY

Guantanamera

4.6
4.6
2113 Reviews
$30 and under
Cuban

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2 people
19:00
Booked 27 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Great for live music
  • Neighbourhood gem
Guantanamera is an instant escape from Midtown Manhattan to chic Old Havana.

Guantanamera is a friendly, fun, vibrant Cuban restaurant featuring traditional Cuban fare, magnificent mojitos, complimentary hand-rolled cigars, & Live Cuban music. As indelibly Cuban as the classic love song that bestowed its name, Guantanamera, captures the essence of Old Havana with its exotic décor featuring exposed brick, candle-lit tables, rattan-covered ceiling fans, and hand-painted folkloric murals.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cuban, Latin American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Phone number
    (212) 262-5354
  • Website
    http://guantanamerany.com/nyc.html
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    939 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10019
  • Area
    Midtown West
  • Cross Street
    Between 55th and 56th Streets
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    A,C,B,D,1 at 59th St/Columbus Circle, N,R,Q,W at 57th St
  • Entertainment
    Live Cuban music, Rumba, Mambo
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Menu

Prix fixe $15.95

Appetizer

  • Ensalada De La Casa

    Tossed mixed green salad with tomato & onions

    • Soup of the Day

      Soup of the day

      • Papas Rellenas

        Stuffed potatoes with picadillo or cheese

        • Empanadas

          Two turnovers filled with picadillo or chicken fricassée

          Entrees

          • Bocadito De Pollo

            Grilled marinated chicken breast

            • Sandwich Español

              Serrano ham, manchego cheese, tomato, garlic and spanish olive oil

              • Sandwich De Pernil

                Roast pork sandwich with lettuce

                • Pan Con Bistec

                  Traditional cuban steak sandwich

                  • Sandwich Cubano

                    Classic pressed cuban sandwich of roast pork, ham, swiss cheese, pickles and mustard

                    • Pollo Aljibe

                      Boneless chicken breast marinated in citrus sauce topped with watercress, avocado, tomatoes and scallions

                      • Arroz Con Pollo Criollo

                        Yellow rice with shredded chicken, mixed peppers, carrots and peas

                        • Picadillo a La Habanera

                          Ground beef, green olives, raisins, peppers, avocado topped with a sunny-side up egg

                          • Vaca Frita

                            Pan-seared shredded skirt steak with fresh mojo, onions, parsley and lime

                            • Ropa Vieja

                              Shredded skirt steak braised in garlic sauce of fresh tomatoes, sliced onions and mixed peppers nested in a tropical plantain basket

                              • Tilapia Bayamo

                                Tilapia filet sautéed in white wine with onions, capers, anchovies and tomato sauce

                                Desserts

                                • Flan De Leche

                                  Traditional cuban caramel custard

                                  • Sorbete Del Dia

                                    Last updated: 3 February 2022

                                    What 2,113 people are saying

                                    Overall ratings and reviews

                                    Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                    4.6
                                    4.6 based on recent ratings
                                    • 4.6Food
                                    • 4.7Service
                                    • 4.6Ambience
                                    • 4.5Value

                                    Noise • Moderate

                                    Review summary

                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                    Guantanamera offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food" and a "magical vibe." Enjoy authentic Cuban cuisine, including favorites like ropa vieja and lechon asado. The live music creates a lively atmosphere, perfect for a fun night out. While it can get loud, the friendly staff and delicious mojitos ensure a memorable visit.

                                    2,113 Reviews

                                    1. Kyle

                                      San Francisco

                                      1 review

                                      4.0

                                      1 review

                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                      1. Overall 4
                                      2. Food 3
                                      3. Service 4
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      The ambience was excellent ounce the live music started it was excellent. The food was done but it lack the flavor that I was used to. But I’m just used to home cooking so it’s a greater expectation for myself. But I would go back to give them another try just because the atmosphere was on point for me and my shorty. 

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                                    2. Danielle

                                      VIP

                                      New York City

                                      47 reviews

                                      5.0

                                      47 reviews

                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      The meal was delicious - from drinks (classic Mojito) through appetizers (garlic shrimp and chicken soup) to entrées (salmon and lechón asado) and dessert (coconut sorbet). The service was stellar and we even enjoyed a pleasant conversation with the couple dining next to us. A perfect evening!

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                                    3. Joseph

                                      Orlando

                                      24 reviews

                                      5.0

                                      24 reviews

                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      What a fantastic restaurant. Met the owner (Patrick) who has the warmest and friendly personality The food is simply excellent. Portion size great. Quality superb. Patrick takes time to visit and talk with his customers and shows a genuine interest in seeing to his guests needs and comfort. He will get a 5 star Yelp revue. Should any of you visit NYC. You must stop and dine here. The service is of high focus to customers and our table of six received the finest of service and customer service All this when every table and seat was at full capacity Do yourself a favor. Go and dine at Guantanamera. .

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                                    4. Marcos

                                      VIP

                                      San Francisco

                                      2 reviews

                                      3.0

                                      2 reviews

                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                      1. Overall 3
                                      2. Food 2
                                      3. Service 4
                                      4. Ambience 4
                                      Good cross section of traditional Cuban dishes. ………,,,,.

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                                    5. Debbie

                                      Orange County

                                      1 review

                                      5.0

                                      1 review

                                      Dined on 22 December 2024

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      Food was great and live music was amazing! Had the churrasco and boiled yuca. Will come again!

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                                    6. Laura

                                      VIP

                                      New York City

                                      3 reviews

                                      4.0

                                      3 reviews

                                      Dined on 20 December 2024

                                      1. Overall 4
                                      2. Food 4
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 4
                                      The food was very good and the live music was a lot of fun. Our server was very attentive. All of the staff were pleasant and seemed invested in assuring guests were enjoying the evening.

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                                    7. Joey

                                      VIP

                                      New York City

                                      30 reviews

                                      4.0

                                      30 reviews

                                      Dined on 19 December 2024

                                      1. Overall 4
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 4
                                      Had a holiday dinner with family and the whole experience was very good. The food has delicious. Everything that was ordered came out hot and perfect. the service was great. They had live music and that was also very good. Highly recommended for Cuban food.

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                                    8. Judy

                                      San Francisco

                                      7 reviews

                                      5.0

                                      7 reviews

                                      Dined on 14 December 2024

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      Delicious food- we ordered the chicken with garlic sauce, chicken guantanamera, plantain stuffed shrimp and the sea bass. Everybody enjoyed their order, the sea bass was awesome!

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                                    9. Caroline

                                      VIP

                                      Las Vegas

                                      12 reviews

                                      4.0

                                      12 reviews

                                      Dined on 14 December 2024

                                      1. Overall 4
                                      2. Food 4
                                      3. Service 4
                                      4. Ambience 4
                                      It was a bit loud but the food and drinks were very good

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                                    10. Tiana

                                      VIP

                                      Atlantic City

                                      11 reviews

                                      5.0

                                      11 reviews

                                      Dined on 14 December 2024

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      The space is small and a bit tight however the music, drinks and food was wonderful.

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                                    FAQs

                                    Guantanamera offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 262-5354.

                                    Guantanamera is rated 4.6 stars by 2113 OpenTable diners.

                                    Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                    2 people
                                    19:00
                                    Booked 27 times today

                                    Order delivery or takeout

                                    Google Map for Guantanamera

                                    939 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10019

                                    Additional information

                                    • Cross Street
                                      Between 55th and 56th Streets
                                    • Area
                                      Midtown West
                                    • Hours of Operation
                                      Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am
                                    • Price
                                      $30 and under
                                    • Cuisines
                                      Cuban, Latin American
                                    • Dining style
                                      Casual Elegant
                                    • Dress code
                                      Casual Dress
                                    • Parking details
                                      Street Parking
                                    • Public transit
                                      A,C,B,D,1 at 59th St/Columbus Circle, N,R,Q,W at 57th St
                                    • Payment Options
                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                    • Entertainment
                                      Live Cuban music, Rumba, Mambo
                                    • Additional
                                      Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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