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Cuba Libre - DC, Washington, DC

Cuba Libre - DC

4.5
4.5
3140 Reviews
$31 to $50
Cuban

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar is dedicated to a continued exploration of Cuban heritage, art, music, flavors and traditions. The open-air setting, tropical ambiance, vintage décor, Latin music and two-time James Beard Award winning founding Chef Guillermo Pernot's menu of classic and contemporary Cuban cuisine make the restaurant a must-see, must-experience dining destination. Enjoy a signature mojito with your dinner, weekend brunch or late night dancing (Fridays and Saturdays after 11 PM). Planning a private event? Visit Cuba Libre’s website to learn about the various event spaces, party enhancements, and customizable menus.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cuban, Latin American, Caribbean
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Bar Fri, Sat 11:00 pm–3:00 am
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Anibal Suarez
  • Delivery & takeout

What 3,140 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • District of Columbia

    Great for brunch

  • District of Columbia

    Hot spot

3,140 Reviews
  1. Valentin VIP

    Washington DC7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice place, professional staff and amazing food ! Congratulations to the chef!

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  2. Aloimer

    Washington DC1 review

    1.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    I recently visited Cuba libre, and while the food didn’t meet expectations, the after-party was a highlight. After 10:30PM, on Friday and Sat. the venue transforms into a lively club atmosphere, offering a fun and energetic environment to conclude the evening. If you’re planning to dine there, be prepared for a less-than-stellar meal. However, if you’re looking for a vibrant nightlife experience, the post-dining transformation into a club is worth considering.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I try to eat at Cuba Libre every time I come to D.C. It’s a great experience from the moment you walk in the door. I feel like I’ve been transported to the streets Havana whenever I’m at Cuba Libre, from the decor to the people, to the food. I can’t say enough good things about the food. You just have to try it.

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  4. Raymond

    Baltimore7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first time eating Cuban food and definitely will be back

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  5. Calvin

    Washington DC1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really good food and AWESOME service!!! Will be back soon.

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  6. Kerstin

    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 17 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing waitress with Lily. She made the entire meal and experience special for our whole family

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  7. Alyson

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 28 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and delicious food. We enjoyed the music and the environment. We will definitely be back.

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  8. Michael VIP

    Washington DC1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 30 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was not as good as I remember from last time . Pork was dry and my Picadillo was seasoned with more salt than I cared for . However the Croquettes were very good. The service was very good any will probably give it another try .

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  9. Jerry

    Alabama5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 March 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice venue for a business meal while in DC. The service has always been great, as I have been there several times over the last few years.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 8 March 2020

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My platano chips were burned. The DJ was not too good, and it was too over crowded.

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Cuba Libre - DC offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 408-1600.

Cuba Libre - DC is rated 4.5 stars by 3140 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 5 times today
Google Map for Cuba Libre - DC

801 9th Street NW, Washington, DC 20001

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cuban, Latin American, Caribbean
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Bar Fri, Sat 11:00 pm–3:00 am
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Anibal Suarez
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Privacy policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Impressum
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
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