Havana Central Times Square Reviews

If you want to spend a few hours in joy, highly recommended, normal prices and fast and kind service, I took a chicken salad a parilla, you leave dancing to the rhythm of merengue, cheerful and smiling staff.

We made reservations for Havana Central after a Sunday matinee at the Hudson Theater. The menu is large and varied, the atmosphere is great (certainly not quiet, though), the service is excellent, the drinks are delish, and the food is good. We had the corn ribs (yum!), the Cuban appetizer platter (empanadas and maduros were the high point), and the guacamole and chips. Plus mojitos with fruit flavor added--I had the passionfruit one, and it was excellent. Also it was my birthday which got me a flan on the house and a fedora, plus the birthday song by the friendly waitstaff. I HATED singing the birthday song when I was a server, so I felt a little guilty, but they were great. To me, this is a MUCH better choice that many of the chains/tourist trap places around Times Square. Make a reservation if you can.

Never experienced a Cuban Restaurant before, but simply loved the food, drinks, atmosphere, Christmas and ppl Graduated and celebrating. A fabulous live band, bar staff accommodating and the entire Bar Restaurant 🍸 was fantastic

Wonderful food and drinks! Luiza our server is the best! Thank you, we had a great time. The place is spotless and authentic Cuban atmosphere, food and drinks. Take the advice, coming from a Cuban from Miami.

This place is one of the best Cuban food I've found in NY. It's also known for its festive atmosphere and vibrant decor, with dance music at night and delicious international cocktails, in addition to classic dishes like ropa vieja, ajiaco criollo, Moros y Cristianos, roasted suckling pig, and vaca frita.

We have been to Havana Central numerous times and it never disappoints. We recently stopped in for a late lunch and had a fantastic meal & experience. The staff were all professional and friendly. Everyone was practicing COVID guidelines and we felt comfortable the whole time. The food is delicious. Their Cuban sandwich, fried sweet plantains and other items we tried were all fantastic. The topper is both their red and white sangria rock. You will not regret eating a meal at Havana Central. Enjoy

When you begin your meal with a glass of red sangria or, if you prefer, a classic mojito, you set the stage for a wonderful meal. The three beef empanadas are a fine way to start, then with a half chicken with yellow rice and black beans (the beans are a must) for one of us, the pork shank for the other, be prepared to take home some leftovers. The flan is superior to other flans we've enjoyed in various restaurants, and I was lucky that our server steered me to the Cafe Mocha. He promised that the coffee alone is exceptional at Havana Central (he was right) and the addition of the chocolate made it ultra-exceptional. Trust your server, he knows what's good.

I came in after an 8pm show. I think I got leftover food. I ordered shrimp renellos and shrimp and rice. The mango lemonade was the best thing I had and for $6 a glass it should be. The food was really salted, the renellos were decent but the entree tasted like salty tomato rice. I wouldn’t recommend this place. I’m sure NYC had a lot better.

Sat outside per my request since it was a nice day outside. Staff was very pleasant and the food was very good. It is super close to Times Square.

The food is simply delicious, though the place gets very busy (and loud) at dinnertime. Service is quick and we were seated w/o a reservation w/o a wait. Will definitely come back!

Delicious food and amazing service. The restaurant was decorated beautifully like a little Havana. It is conveniently located near Time Square!

Welcome, with staff speaking Spanish, the dishes are good and change pizza , burger.... The decor makes you travel.

Stopped in for dinner. We ordered the appetizer sampler. The empanadas were worthwhile, and the plantains were decent, but everything else was meh. I had the cuban sandwich. It wasn't overcooked or dry, but it, too, was just meh. My wife had a dish with chicken and rice. Also, meh. The atmosphere is lively, if not a bit loud. My wife tried to order a mojito, but received an okay margarita (I suspect because the waitress had a hard time hearing over the loud music). The beer is mostly swill (corona, dos equis, etc). This is very much the Applebee's of Cuban food. Not bad, just not that great.

We attended a matinee performance of Buena Vista Social Club, which I can’t recommend enough, just gorging on everything Cuban. Reservations were made through Opentable. Our waiter graciously informed us they were short-staffed, but you couldn’t tell. The staff had each other’s back. We were seated in the main room with a perfect view of her majesty, a young Celia Cruz. During our meal, I counted three (3) different large groups celebrating birthdays and there was a live band playing latin classics. Havana Central is located just off iconic 42nd street and was easily accessible. The food was really good. The guava mojito was okay, it was more juice than mojito, so I decided to try the sangria and my sister had the coco mojito which she was happy with. We started with empanada sampler. The ropa vieja empanada is a mood. It’s served with a side of chimichurri, not necessarily Cuban but delicious. My sister had arroz amarillo con camarones and I went with the lechón asado, both were really flavorful. We wanted to try the arroz con leche, but our bellies were not having it. Come with an appetite and a good mood.

Ribs was sold out (offered in different dishes). Wine was 15 dollar more expansive than on the website- location? The food wss mot hot. At 9:30 pm a expresso eas not available, reason- the machone is allready cleaned.

Food was good, but the waiter was rude in terms of how much he wanted in tips. It's a shame I would not return because of this, despite the food being good.

I love Havana Central, good food, great atmosphere, live music at night on weekends, a little bit expensive but is worth it, the mojitos are delicious !!! better if you make reservation, it’s one of our favorites restaurants in NYC and you can park right across the street. Always recommend it to our friends

We arrived without a reservation, were able to get a table very quickly and went to bar to wait. Our waiter was very responsive, and ensured we had a great dining experience. I have only eaten a Cuban sandwich before so we had the cuban sampler appetizer and then a combination entree split between the two of us. We liked the food and these two items were plenty of food for two plus size women. Chimichurri was great! Hurricane drinks awesome. The wait staff serenaded me with their rendition of "Happy Birthday" and I got a cuban hat which I have brought home as a souvenir of the night. We did have to show our COVID vaccination cards. Other than that not alot of COVID impact on the dining experience.

Fantastic atmosphere and delicious food! Portions are big and everything was absolutely delicious. The service was excellent. This was so worth the stop during our visit to NYC.

I just took 25 high school students to New York and one of the places our group chose to eat at was Havana Central. I cannot express how great every part of the exerience was! From working with the resturant to accomodate such a large group with a PreFixe menu, to getting us in and out exacty when we needed, every aspect of the service was amazing. The ambiance was great as they had live music, and the managment decided to seat us in the balcony which was the best of both worlds; allowing us to hear the Music, but still have plent of conversation. All that being said, the main draw was the food! EVERYTHING was delicous! It was even a huge hit with our group of teenagers that were pretty picky otherwise.

The empanadas were amazing! Especially the ropa vieja. We tried the chicken, beef and ropa. The ropa was the best but they were al good. The pork is tender, melt in your mouth. The churros were fresh with great sauces. Excited to go back and try other items!

We always enjoy their food and the servers are efficient. We had a group of 13 which isn't always easy to serve. And you can't go wrong with the mojito!

Service was good. Sangria excellent. And Chicken special was awesome. I have visited NY and NJ locations.

Terrible experience. It was my husbands 40th birthday and I was contracted for a specific private room and the woman I was working with Elaine had switched it to a so called “vip” section without my knowledge. Don’t come here if you are planning to have a large group. The restaurant was over crowded and only one working bathroom. Complete fire hazard! I will never return here.

Lively Cuban ambiance, excellent food and a personable staff. Like all restaurants in the area they are very busy and we ate at the full service bar. Turned out to be a great call. You meet more people at the bar which, if you are in the mood, makes the experience even better.

I highly recommend this restaurant. My family and a friend went to this restaurant, and we were all satisfied and happy we had dinner here. The quality of the food was great, the service provided outstanding, the price very reasonable. The location is also great. This place is a very good choice when looking for restaurant around Times Square.

Great food, drinks, music and ambiance in the concrete jungle. If you enjoy Cuban food this is a must stop if near Times Square.

We went with high expectations due to the good comments we read about the place. What we disliked the most was the volume of the music, which was excessively loud and made it impossible to have a conversation. My dish was delicious but the one my son ordered was super spicy. The waiter's attention was good. I would not go back

We fell into the trap and left disappointed. It was noisy with a Cuban band, playing at a volume that required everyone else to shout to be heard by their dinner date. It was difficult to order and make out any guidance the server offered. My Arroz con Pollo was served barely warm, but our server then vanished and there was no check-back. My partner was happy with a Rib and Wing Combo. We wouldn't go there again, although we love Spanish cuisine but felt short-changed.

This is the second time we have been here and we absolutely love it! Wish we had this closer to home ( Arizona ) but I will make the trip here every time I come visit my daughter!!! The Empanadas are so yummy, we also enjoyed the Arroz con Pollo, Ropa vieja and the plantains are my favorite!!!

Picked this place as it advertising it played traditional Cuban music alongside Cuban food for a few hours, coinciding with when we were in the city. We arrived and it was completely delivering that, the atmosphere was loud and energetic, led by the bands singer wearing shades and shaking his maracas, ably supported by the rest of the band. Loved the vibe that was going on, the restaurant was packed and several people couldn't help themselves but get up and dance along. Only had a light snack for food, I tried a Cuban dish, which was OK, the ladies had nachos but were disappointed by the lack of flavour. This restaurant is great if you want that high paced, energetic feel, not a place for romantic wine and dining.

Getting to the restaurant was very easy by walking. The atmosphere was amazing; busy but not too loud. The food was delicious food and waitress was attentive, polite and fast.

Nothing edible, not even one of the things ordered. Churrasco even not cuttable. To be avoided carefully.

Excellent service. Great food. Greatly enjoyed the ambiance. Friendly and courteous staff. They accommodated our requests and offered a lovely dining experience.

The overall experience was good. The food and the vide was very positive and would definitely visit again. The only down fall was had to wait for the desserts for almost 25 minutes and the check for another 15 minutes.

I recently had dinner with my daughter in this fantastic spot right on Times Square. The food was really nice and the whole atmosphere too, also very good prices for such a key location!- special mention to Edward, so professional, warm & welcoming! He made the difference - gracias Edward! Raquel & Sofia :)

What a let down this place was this evening. We ordered a ceviche and a Cuban sandwich with pina coladas. The ceviche was NOT a ceviche. It was made of a few shrimps cut in half and no dressing. Very plain and totally tasteless. The Cuban sandwich was small and so dry we chocked on it and could not it it. Finally, the pina coladas were milkshake type drinks. We're still wondering if they had any alcohol in them at all... the meal was overpriced, tasteless, and a total letdown, especially on our Valentine day...

Me and hubby went her for cocktails during happy hour and stayed for the popcorn! LOL ... They provide a seasoned popcorn when you set at the bar and we loved it. Actually the popcorn was better than the food. The drinks were okay. I had a margarita and we ordered some appetizers. They were average nothing to write home about. However, the service was really good.

Made lunch reservations for a friend and myself who visited the city for the day for Christmas time. She had never had Cuban cuisine before---everything about this place was great and we cleaned our plates!! I had the salmon, a mojito, and dessert and the bill was a little over $50 which I felt is reasonable. Generous portions. Perfectly made cranberry mojito. Special shout out to our great waiter Emilio!!!

This is a very nice restaurant and it's surprising since it's basically in Times Square. We came here with a large group in Nov of last year and we tried a variety of food including various empanadas, arroz con pollo, pernil asada, and flan, all of which were flavorful and very satisfying. The organizer of our group is of Cuban heritage and she vouched for the food being authentic and the flavors were true to form. Service was good as well and we really enjoyed our meal here.

Very Disappointed with this restaurant. The food is under seasoned and bland. The overall vibe of this place seems mean spirited and lackluster. It is clear that the food is pre-cooked and it tastes like its been sitting out for a while. The customer service is very poor and highly suggest they fire the entire staff and onboard properly as they make you feel that you are inconveniencing them. Very rude. The bar is dirty and the drinks are uninspired, watered down and inconsistent in content and ingredients. In terms of management, it seem the staff are more interested in clumsily dancing around than ensuring quality assurance. The bar tenders are rude and lack basic knowledge for mixing drinks. I highly recommend if you are looking for good food and cocktails go elsewhere like Victor's Cafe.

Our meal at Havana Central was the best dinner of the four we had while in NYC. The avocado salad, empanadas, arroz con pollo, ropa vieja, and churros hit the spot. The service was so fast and friendly. I highly recommend this restaurant.

Sat the bar the day after Christmas. Initially the bar was quiet when we sat down, but picked up shortly afterward. The atmosphere was lively. The bartenders, although busy, were on top of things. The drinks are a little pricey, but then again you need to consider where you are. A nice place to relax for a drink in Times Square.

Havana Central went above and beyond for my daughter's wedding. The food, staff and accommodations were PERFECT!!! Thanks again Elaine ♥️♥️♥️

Love this place! Highly recommend you get reservations because it gets pretty busy and it can be quite difficult to get in. The place is loud but it adds to the vibe, lots of salsa and merengue playing in the background They say they have live entertainment but not while I was there. If you like your food to be flavorful then this is where you want to dine. Everything we tried was packed with flavor. My tastebuds were alive with flavor. For starters we ordered a strawberry Mojito and the cranberry Sangria, both were done magnificently. To start our dining experience we had the chicken empanadas, they were so good! Packed full of flavor and chicken. Most places are very short on the filling but not here. For our entrees I had the pernil asado and my son Gad the ropa vieja. The serving was perfect and our dishes were perfect. We had a side order of tostones which went perfect with our meal. The dessert options looked really good but we were so full that we passed, maybe next time because their options looked really good. Overall I highly recommend this place

Service was excellent. Waiter was attentive and gave great recommendations. Walking distance from Rockefeller Center and Times Square so super convenient. Great for families or group. The holiday drink Coquito was so good well made, tasted authentic. We had a large group, 12 people, and everyone enjoyed their meal

They have outdoor seating, which is key for us in these plague times and wonderful food! The chicken soup and ropa viejo were the highlights, but a delicious fresh avocado salad was a treat, too. Also very nice service.

We were seated promptly. Our waiter Fernando couldn’t have been a better server. Attentive, explained the various menus, didn’t rush us at all even the place was hopping. Food was terrific, as usual. The pre theater special at $50 a person is a great deal. We enjoyed everything. Gracias, Fernando and Havana Central. We’ll be back!

Very cool restaurant! We are here on a Sunday night and were able to get a table for two at 8:30 without a reservation. It was super bowl Sunday. We ate dinner and watched the 2nd half of the game. They have three TVs above the bar. The food was delicious. The Cuban sandwich was one of the best I’ve ever had!! Also, they had a live band for part of the night. Overall, a great, lively ambience, tasty drinks, and flavorful food. Also, our service was excellent. I believe the servers name was Michael. He took great care of us.

We ate here twice while in NYC. The mojitos are so good. The Cuban sandwich and black beans and rice are delicious. The second visit, I had garlic chicken and while the sauce was very good, the chicken was just ok.

Stopped for a late evening snack (empanadas and tostones) which was good but the tres leches cake was honestly the best that I've ever eaten. My mouth is watering right now as I think about it. The server (Justine) was very helpful and pleasant. We were pleased that there was outdoor dining (with heaters).

Great food, Fabulous Drinks! Visited for Happy Hour just to meet up with friends around 4:30 ish. Half price margaritas, mojitos and other things. Favorite was the Havana Mule. It will kick you if you drink to many of them. It was crazy busy but we were served our food very quickly. Drinks were a bit slower. Table shared many appetizers which were all delish. My favorite entree was the slow cooked pork with the moro. Yum. I’ll be back.

Came here for Saturday lunch—we had reservations (through Yelp) but decided to sit at the bar instead where there were plenty of space and available seats. Shortly after, the bar area got super busy! Overall, food was okay. For appetizer, we got the Empanadas Pick Three for $9.95 (beef picadillo, shrimp sofrito and ropa vieja)—all were well flavored and juicy—my favorite was the ropa vieja! For entrees, I got the Ropa Vieja since the empanadas’ flavor was good, but I was a bit disappointed, it was bland (not as well-flavored) and fairly dry—however, the portion size was decent for $25.95. For drinks, we got the Ultimate Mojito Pitcher ($49)—generously makes at least 4 drinks and tasted delicious! Service was slow—it seemed like there was only 1 bartender and with the crowd rush, they were really backed up, and wasn’t really attentive. We had to ask another staff to put in our entree order.

Had dinner recently at Havana Central with family in from out of town and what a wonderful experience and meal. The service was welcoming and friendly and the food was delicious!!!! Highly recommend checking out Havana Central when in the city.

Just had lunch and a fantastic cup of coffee. My server (Isaias) was fantastic, food was fabulous and I have a need reason to look forward to my biweekly physical therapy appointment.

I was in the mood for a Cuban sandwich. I had eaten there before and thought it would be a good idea. Biggest mistake! I ordered a Cuban sandwich and a soda drink. Not only do they not have a variety of drinks - it was a fountain drink, which I never drink, it came in a large plastic cup that frankly looked more like dirty water - and, it was flat. So, I opted for a beer in a bottle. The waitress brought over the beer and NO glass! Really? And the worse thing of all was the so-called Cuban sandwich. When I opened it - and I should have taken a photograph of this sad piece of NOT A CUBAN SANDWICH, I was really upset. I called the manager over. Where is the pork, the ham, the cheese???? It was a thin sliver of chicken - mind you chicken! - not any noticeable cheese and lettuce and a thick slice of tomate that are NOT part of a Cuban sandwich. Needless-to-say, I left. They didn't even charge me for the beer, because I am sure they wanted me to leave. Because I did say out loud, "THIS IS NOT A CUBAN SANDWICH! I have gone there before - never again - and believe me, I will tell all my Cuban and not Cuban friends not to go there. Do not try to make fools of customers. Your business depends on it. Especially after the pandemic, you need customers. And, I hope the Manager reads this.

Visited NYC and was very hungry looking for somewhere to eat. There is lots of restaurants in a abundance but came across this one as I made a wrong turn when I was in Times Square. I was travelling with my daughter and have been to Cuba 2 times I decided this was a good option. Friendly welcome, got seated and chose our meal. Food is very good and highly recommended if visiting NYC and want to try something different.

Returned after 9 years. Service is lovely and the atmosphere is stil nice but sadly they no longer have live music. Cocktails were divine. Food was good, I specifically recommend the starters and the cuban specialities, the ribs looked good too, but you really want to come here for the "local" food.

This was such a great place. Atmosphere was fun and pleasant. The wait staff is friendly and answers your questions The food!!! So yummy and tasty. Won’t go away hungry. Coming from south Florida it can definitely keep up with the big boys

Fabulous Happy Hour at this beautiful place in the middle of Times Square with Cuban vibes, friendly service, delicious food and drinks.

Vibrant, upbeat, delicious Cuban restaurant! Classic mojitos, stuffed peppers, kids beef, and mango salmon all tasted great.

We dined at Havana Central before the show next door. Dinner was much better than the show. Seating at 6:00 pm was quick. Prices were reasonable and service was good. For drinks we had a Mojito and a red Sangria with pieces of fruit . Both were quite tasty. My arroz con pollo was tasty and had plenty of rice & beans and a few small pieces of pepper, but could have used a lot more of the pulled chicken pieces. I had to search for them to be sure there was really chicken buried under the rice. Not sure what my friend ordered-something with plantains. It came with a bowl of black beans and a large portion of white rice. She was satisfied. Both were filling, so we skipped dessert.

The Happy Hour drinks were a bit week. The food was good - not great. Disappointed because we've eaten there several times before and food had always been very good. Noisy atmosphere but a fun and unique place to eat in Times Square - especially if you have tickets to a Broadway show.

Food taste was good but not great (6/10) Very crowded table arrangement Service is friendly but very very slow Music is deafening (forget about any conversation) $146 for 3 people (without alcohol)

This restaurant is a little hidden gem. It is literally a stone's throw away from Times Square. The prices are excellent for the location and in many cases, competitive with prices in similar restaurants in non-tourist parts of the country. The wait staff were very polite and the the food came out extremely fast (I must admit, I went when it first opened, so in busier times I'm sure it wouldn't be as fast). The portions were very good sized, again, especially given the location.

Lovely club with restaurant and bar area. Very clean and tidy, staff were friendly and attentive. Good range of drinks and cocktails. Located near times square. Well worth a visit.

Atmosphere/Layout: Full bar and tables for groups on the first floor, additional tables on the second floor; artwork from 1950s/60s era Cuba on the walls with a few plastic palm trees sprinkled in Service: Friendly and helpful wait staff; seated quickly despite a busy Friday early evening Food: Drinks - Guava mojito (came with sugar cane) very good; Food - fried avocado wedges (good), classic Cuban sandwich with chips (OK, the mustard took away from the taste for me)

Delicious, reasonably priced Cuban food. I had the salmon and my friend had the beef. Both were very good. Wonderful service!

Luz is amazing , treated our table very well. Amazing service all around very good food and nice atmosphere would definitely recommend.

Good Cuban food. Big enough servings. Tour of Havana entree enough for 2. Drinks were good too. Mojito comparable to the ones in Miami. Service was fast and adequate. It is really busy even though we came mid afternoon before the dinner rush. Best to have a reservation for bigger parties. Definitely a loud place but fun atmosphere. Feels like Miami in NYC.

We choose this restaurant randomly because we stayed at Time Square. We did the right choice. I booked a table ahead the time so it was quick to acces . The restaurant was full and music was playing around . The service was amazing and the food was super delicious specially pork with fried plantains . I totally recommend this place and we definitely will be back !

We had a great time at the bar during happy hour. Had mojitos and margaritas and terrific food. The empanadas, tacos, pollo chicharrones and sliders were awesome. Flan dessert was amazing. A great time

We were seated promptly & well taken care of...& the food was amazing. We order sandwiches & sweet potato fries. So yummy!

Went to HC to celebrate my friends Birthday in their semi private section on 2nd floor. Supposedly the party was for 4 hours, but the waiters took our unfinished mojitos and Birthday cake away before we finished. The appetizers were good, but the food came out cold. After only three hours they practically threw us all out, giving us our flan in take away bags, saying they had “another” party. Really? At 9:30 pm?? No mas.

When I'm in Manhattan, if I can, I usually treat myself to dinner in Havana. This time, however, it was a bit of a disappointment and I will take that into account. The pork appetizer gave me the impression of being pre-cooked and reheated when served, so it was dry. But what surprised me most is that despite the place being half empty, and therefore the staff able to manage the service adequately, the main dishes arrived when we weren't even halfway through the starter. Furthermore, since the table was small, everything didn't fit. I asked politely to bring the dishes later, to wait for us to finish. The waiter took note of this, visibly annoyed and returned after a while, with the table still to be cleared, with the second courses cold, not even slightly reheated. We didn't order anything else also because the bill arrived in the meantime. The next time I'm in Manhattan I won't go back to have dinner at Havana, it's a shame, I had grown fond of this place. iRoby

The food was good with a nice atmosphere and decent service. It would get 4 stars but my entree order got messed up somehow and I had to wait at 30 minutes or more after my appetizer to get served.

Cuban joint a stone's throw from Times Square, so don't expect anything more than a hypertourist restaurant. We ordered a rice dish with shrimp, accompanied by fried plantains and black beans. The latter good, but the rice was in some places quite compact, so it gave me the impression that it was not made at the time. Honestly, it wasn't much. The service was fast and courteous. There was a problem at the time of the account, namely payment with both our credit cards (VISA) was declined. Fortunately, after a few moments of embarrassment, the manager of the club resolved the matter. Evidently, they have problems with foreign credit cards. Do not do as we do, just in case bring enough cash... You never know...

We had a delicious and authentic Cuban dinner here. From appetizer to entree to dessert (yum Flan) we so enjoyed our meal before our play. Service was great, too

It was a very pleasant experience from beginning to end! Loved the live music, the food, the service, and the atmosphere! We celebrated my husband’s birthday and it was very special and exciting!

So much fun! As a party of two, we were seated in close proximity to another party of two who gave us plenty of tips about what to order. Service was excellent. We came near the end of happy hour, and the first waiter we saw made sure to get our drink order in at the happy hour prices; even though he was not our assigned waiter, he kept returning throughout our meal to check on us and make suggestions about what to order. We shared several small plates, including some excellent Chef's Specials, and upon unanimous recommendations from the nearby diners and multiple waiters, ordered the Tres Leches for dessert and were not disappointed.

Booked on a whim for a place to eat between shows. The food and atmosphere did not disappoint. Highly recommend the empanadas! Everything we had was top notch and it's just a fun place with great food, great service, and great music!

I visited here about 8 years ago and wanted to go back to see if it was just as good. I was not disappointed, I went for Arroz con Ajillo shrimps and rice really tasty it came with black beans which I chose or salad.I had the party size En Gran Borracho bit too much for me but still tasted as nice as I remember. Staff were very attentive, they went over and above to see if you needed anything and all ok. Would go back again next time I am in NYC

Make a reservation and make sure not to miss this spot for the best Cuban food! Highly recommend the Recorrido por la Havana.

The food was extremely bland & expensive. I could have gotten better Quality food at a Spanish bodega in the Bronx for much, much cheaper.

I ate at Havana Central with a group of 26 friends before seeing Buena Vista Social Club. The food was delicious and the quality for the price was great! Our waitress, Luz was amazing! So patient, professional and smiley! She really created a warm atmosphere! Luz, if wish every restaurant had a waitress like you!

Real Cuban cooking this is NOT our meal was cold upon asking for it to be replaced the server returned our meal which wasn't replaced it was obviously heated in a microwave & it still wasn't hot!!! While eating our meal a member of staff continually went round our table with a carpet sweeper. All in all not a good experience & definitely not worth $86

Stopped here twice on our NYC trip. The food was fantastic with satisfying portions. Really yummy margaritas & mojitos. Great service & atmosphere!

Very Disappointed with this restaurant. The food is under seasoned and bland. The overall vibe of this place seems mean spirited and lackluster. It is clear that the food is pre-cooked and it tastes like its been sitting out for a while. The customer service is very poor and highly suggest they fire the entire staff and onboard properly as they make you feel that you are inconveniencing them. Very rude. The bar is dirty and the drinks are uninspired, watered down and inconsistent in content and ingredients. In terms of management, it seem the staff are more interested in clumsily dancing around than ensuring quality assurance. The bar tenders are rude and lack basic knowledge for mixing drinks. I highly recommend if you are looking for good food and cocktails go elsewhere like Victor's Cafe.

This is a poor restaurant- staff are very offhand and stand around chatting. It is not at all relaxing as they stare at you the whole time. Food is not good - bland, tasteless, cold and overly garlicky. Ordered starters and mains came while we had the starters (they looked bemused why we didn’t want it then). You are rushed in and out. Wouldn’t recommend this restaurant at all. Very dated and dirty, glass had lipstick marks on it and the wine choice is poor.

My husband and I always try to get to this place whenever I am in New York. It's sorta a nice spot for a date night. My most recent visit was on 3/8/21 which was for my anniversary. As always, the service and food were both good. The ambiance is warm with a real Latin feel. The environment is very comfortable. I've been impressed since the day I had my 1st mojito ever from this place. This visit I had one as well and also tried an additional drink which was also excellent. My food was all vegetarian and all scrumptious. I'll be back soon.

All the places in NY this is the worst in customer service ! I really feel frustrated when I come to a places like this.

The food was great! I order from the pre-theatre menu. Avocado salad for appetizer, pernil asado entrée with yellow rice and black beans, and cherries for dessert. It also came with a drink. I ordered a mango margarita. The service was great! Luz is the best! She's amazing. Thanks Luz!

This is a landmark destination. So happy this location was not impacted by COVID closing. Had a delicious lunch today. All my fav foods: rice and beans, plantain and empanadas. Please order the avocado salad. It is delicious.

This resturant is BAD because it takes so long to get the food and plus they NEVER have materva like never so yeah

I thought this might not be a wise choice of restaurant for good food being so close to Times Square but how wrong I was. The service was excellent ,and very prompt, the food also excellent. Very generous portions - I had Pulled Chicken on Saffron rice and it came with a side salad. Including a beer - $25. First meal in NYC where I felt it was value for money. However, this is a VERY busy restaurant and you would well advised to make a reservation. Its also very noisy and packed so if you like fine dining in a quiet relaxed atmosphere this is NOT for you.

My husband and I shared arroz con pollo, black beans and tostones. Cuban cuisine does not contain cilantro - that's for people who like Chipolte - and the arroz con pollo had plenty of it, along with hard peas; Cuban black beans are tasty - garlicy with green peppers and olive oil (sometimes smoked ham hock flavor) - the beans I was served had absolutely no flavor (not even salt); fresh tostones are crunchy outside and soft inside - the tostones I had were of the frozen variety - crunchy and tough. I am of Cuban descent (rice and beans were an every day meal), and this was not a Cuban meal. On another note, a woman sitting at the next table ordered a salad with grilled chicken. As I was leaving, I told her she made the right choice, since my meal certainly was not Cuban. She told me the chicken was overcooked and dry - we both couldn't believe how a salad with grilled chicken could go wrong - but she said it was very bad. On a good note, we were not charged for the food - paid $15.24 for two bottles of Corona light. We left a good tip for Miguel, our waiter, since it was not his fault the food was so bad!

The restaurant was noisy and food not very good. Very loud too. I would not go back Though our waiter was attentive and friendly .

Food was great, service friendly, nice family-type atmosphere. Prices reasonable (for NYC). Would certainly go there again.

Dined here if you could call this dining with family. Asked waiter when we sat down what beers were included in happy hour (supposedly beers 5 dollars) Waiter rhymed off a number of beers. Two off us ordered beers one the Cuban beer wasn’t available in a Cuban restaurant. Ordered dinner brought one wrong order garlic chicken, should have been ARROZ CON POLLO, we had ordered two. The waiter then actually not only argued with me but shouted at me tell I had ordered garlic chicken. Never have I come across treatment like this in any restaurant. All it needed was a sorry and I will get that corrected asap. Maybe I should have stuck with the garlic chicken as the Arroz Con Polo, you wouldn’t feed to pigs. It was a slimy slop, neither of us came any way close to finishing it. When it came to the bill he had the check to say that he had removed the garlic chicken of the bill. Noticed then that the beers were charged at full price asked him were these not charged at happy hour prices. He lied and said I have no beers on happy hour. He was up to this point getting a small tip. Left nothing.

Place was busy so the service was a bit slow. The food was definitely not something to write home about. Not a place we would go again unless we were stuck for a place to eat.

We hadn't eaten Cuban before so can't vouch for how authentic the food is. On a Monday the place was very busy so I guess it was good that we booked a table in advance. We both tried the Cabernet Sauvignon Sangrias which were certainly different, I'm not sure they worked if you're a wine fan? The portion sizes for both our mains were certainly big and we didn't have room for desert. When we went to pay the waitress took our card away and tapped it and paid for the meal without us being present, which never happens in the UK. We were given both copies of the receipt but when I raised it with the manager he said the their card machine didn't work when it was disconnected and taken to the table, which is strange as they all do in the UK.

The food was delicious. The waitstaff was friendly and helpful, the food came very quickly. I had enough to eat for a second meal.

Worst meal we had in New York from the grubby tables and the dirty glasses we arrived at New York and found this place round the corner from where we were staying and we honestly nearly cried thinking is this what New York is like. Luckily for us our trip got better and better. This place Is over priced and just disgusting I didn’t even joy anything and nor did anyone else on our table. Don’t waste your time

This place is an amazing spot to have drinks and apps. We had a small group of family and friends and loved it so much we went back the next day. Perry and Mike were so friendly and accommodating and were part of the reason we went back. Staff, food and drinks are just as incredible as the ambiance.

Stumbled upon this on our first night in NYC and were glad we did. They were very accommodating for us not having reservations, gave us a lovely table at the window. Very good margaritas, delicious Cuban sandwiches and empanadas, and the prices not bad for being right off Time Square.

Minimal wait for a table, super friendly staff, a few good vegetarian options, great Mohito, fast service.

Great vibes, food music and customer service we will be back. 10/10 would recommend. My uncle enjoyed his birthday weekend

Very good cubcan food, affordable prices with the required quality, very professional attention, cuts and fast. A wide variety of Cuban food with its classic dishes such as old clothes, Creole ajiaco, Moors and Christians, roast sucker and fried cow, patties of sofrito and roasted pernil, as well as legendary Cuban cocktails such as Mojito and Cuba Libre. In short, a part of the island of Cuba in the heart of Manhattan.

Food was good but not exceptional. Good mojito and great live music. Made you feel like you wanted to get up and dance.

We booked in advance - glad we did, the restaurant was crazy busy! We had to specifically ask for the pre-theatre menu but glad we did. You get a cocktail, starter (empanadas, chicken wings), main (beef brisket, pork) and a dessert (churros or flan) for $50 per person. The pina coladas are beautiful and well worth it. Only complaint is they served our mains 5 minutes after they served our starters which were unfinished at the time - did feel like they were trying to get through custom as quickly as possible to get more people through the door. The restaurant vibes - wall art, music etc was a beautiful cuban feel and a great location.

Times Square tourist trap. Rude host, was told their policy is not to seat singles at tables (we’re allowed a barstool or carryout) unless you order an appetizer with the meal.

The Shrimp and Rice (arroz con camarones) was delicious. There was a line of bicycles waiting to deliver food to all those at home ordering take-out during the pandemic. That was my first sign that this place must be good. When I ordered my own to go meal everything passing by smelled amazing.

Pre-pandemic, this place was packed. When my friend and I walked in, it was virtually empty. That should have been my first clue. We ordered two cocktails, a salad, and two mains. The salad and two mains were served followed by the cocktails. Everything was dumped off almost all at once: no time to enjoy the cocktails before the food. Then the waitstaff pulled a disappearing act. I guess they took to heart the need to achieve physical distance. No one came to check in on us until it was time for the bill. I ordered the pork shoulder. It was so dry it was practically inedible. It could have been made from spare parts at a pig graveyard. Ugh. What a disaster of a meal.

Excellent Latin food (Cuban) restaurant. I have been here many times. My favorites are the Ropa Vieja (shredded skirt steak in tomato sauce) and the Arroz con Pollo (Chicken and Rice). They also make excellent strawberry daiquiris. The prices are moderate by New Yorkers’ standards. This is an excellent place to go on a date or out with a group of friends. On certain nights they have a live band playing. The only complaint is the bar area is very small. But if you get a table inside it is very spacious. The food is excellent quality. I highly recommend.

I have to stop on every visit! The food is absolutely amazing! If you like mojito’s make sure you try the Passion Fruit mojito! Its the best I have ever had. Love how they add the sugar cane to make it more Caribbean and Cuban! The churrasco dish is my favorite. Chicken soup is delish. The only small detail is the space. I have gone several times and during winter with all the coats and bags, its really hard to move around, especially with big groups or kids. I would suggest a coat room or move tables for more space. The service is excellent! Definitely recommend!

After almost 2 years, we ventured back into the city for dinner and a show. Nothing specific planned, no prior 'research' into where to eat and we found this gem on a whim. Our waiter was FANTASTIC (thank you Ralfi) and the rest of the waitstaff super pleasant and quick to bring our food, clear plates, etc. We allowed Ralfi to choose our meals and his suggestions did not disappoint. Mojitos, empanadas, entrees and tres leches cake....all very good choices. Dinner for 2 just over $100 plus tip. We will definitely think about this place for a future visit and suggest to others as well. Thank you for making our trip back such a great experience.

Stopped by more than once during our recent stay near Times Square. A comfortable vibe that has the feel of the 1950's Cuba/Caribbean. Great long bar with wide selection of cocktails. Stacey and Orlando at bar were outstanding, along with all the rest of the staff! The food menu offered many hard to find caribbean specialties. Great latin band plays a couple of nights a week. Just a 1/2 block off Times Square. Well worth a stop.

I would say this place is good if I had a food to really eat the customer service is bad I got appetizer ate that and waited an hour for the food but for some reason the never wrote it down and I was forgotten about we waited an hour for our food but the never took it even though we told them what we want, we were hungry for a long time because of it.

Everything, start to finish, was terrific! Food was delicious, the service was exceptional and the mood was festive! Thank you for a memorable dining experience. Everyone, in our group of 28, gave a grand review Looking forward to the next time

We needed a spot for a quick bite to eat in between Oh Mary ending at 630 pm on 45th and Glengarry Glen Ross starting at 800 pm on 47th, and Havana Central fit perfectly. Mojitos, guacamole, snapper, and a salmon salad, all delivered quickly and all tasted good. Good service - lively atmosphere. Perfect for a quick dinner in between shows.

Excellent service, the food was delicious! One of my favorite restaurants in the area...I had the salmon glazed with mango sauce, it was well prepared & tasty. The orange flan was amazing!

Delicious food with generous portions! Great prices! The friendliest most accommodating servers! Festive atmosphere!

The food and drinks at Havana Central were exceptional. The original mojito was one of the best I’ve hade. The food was well prepared and delicious and authentic. However, the service was poor at best. The waitress did not arrive at our table for over 10 minutes. When she did arrive, she took drink orders from my son and daughter and completely ignored me. She asked if we were interested in appetizers and iI had to interrupt her to order a drink. The appetizers arrived before the drinks. She forgot my son’s drink and said she would bring it right back. The food came before his drink. When she brought the drink, my son had to send back his entree because she got the order wrong. The rest of us were done eating before she returned with his order. What a contrast between the food and the service.

We had a fantastic experience at this restaurant. The food was amazing and the atmosphere was lively. My husband is coeliac and they catered for him extremely well. He was given a separate gluten free menu with a great variety of options. Our server Stacey, was friendly, welcoming and took the time to chat with us at the end of our meal. Highly recommend a visit.

We went for dinner, about 7. The place was not that busy for a Thursday. The waiter was very attentive and answered questions about the menu. The food was good with large portions. The only drawback was the sound level. The recorded music had to be at 11, on a scale of 10. That have us shouting, and we notice other patrons doing the same. Then the live bank played, they were just as loud.

We made reservations for Havana Central Times Square to celebrate two sisters birthdays in September and November 2023. Both times were enjoyable with good food and fun. Thank you for making their birthday celebrations special. The servers on both occasions were great. Dawn Thomas

Luz gave me great customer service also was very sweet and polite. I would definitely be coming back again. Customer service here was absolutely great. staff members here in this establishment are great.

Havana Central never fails! Food was delicious, but the highlight was Onassis. His recommendations and the service he provided was first class. He lifted up our spirits in a positive way. Onassis, we’ll be back soon. Thank you for your outstanding customer service and commitment to a great customer experience!

I loved everything I tasted....being gluten and dairy free is often a real pain in the ass but this place made it SO easy. I didn’t feel like I missed out on anything

We had decent dinner here. Wait was about 20 minutes as we didn't have reservations. My arroz con pollo was okay. It was a little bland. The pescado (red snapper) was very tasty. Hurricane Havana drink was a bit watery, expected it to be a bit stronger. Our waiter friendly but not very attentive. It was super packed, so very popular spot. And we were very entertained.

Dined on a Wed evening and it was so full of energy for a week day. Super packed but service was great and food and drinks were awesome! Plus live music

Our waiter was very attentive. The food was so delicious and well seasoned. I had the pernil asado. Mouth watering and like butter in my mouth. So tender. The desserts were delish. The whole vibe of the restaurant was great. Our table was so comfy in the back. I will definitely be back. Loved the music played throughout the restaurant. Best Cuban restaurant in NYC. I’ll BE BACk

It was a hot summer afternoon, and we were looking for a Gluten-Free meal. I figured Cuban would work. It did. They had plenty of dishes to choose from, and the ones we picked were very tasty. I also tried a few of the Mojitos, which also worked out well. All in all, for a slow, hot, summer lunch, this hit the spot. The staff was friendly and accomodating. Will be back when more come to visit. (Hand sanitizer on each table!)

Came in for brunch with a few of my friends before seeing a show and was pleasantly surprised. The vibe was great, the staff was friendly, and the food was fantastic. We decided to come back for the happy hour and the mojitos and empanadas were some of the best I've had. Definitely recommend!

I just got out of Hamilton and was still jazzed as I looked for a place to have a drink and a bite to eat. Walking thru Times Square I spotted this place with a Happy Hour placard and special Mojito price of $6 plus empanadas 3 for $10. Managed to snag a spot at the end of the bar and a couple edged in next to me. The bartender was extremely busy but we managed to get our orders in and had a great time chatting. Really enjoyed the food and the ambience and it turned out to be the perfect stop at a reasonable price.

Had a late night dinner after a show... they graciously still took us even though they were closing in 30 minutes. The food was great, service excellent and atmosphere just like Central America. Loved it

We wondered if the kids (7 and 11) would eat Cuban food. Shanice was our waitress and she was awesome. The pork lovers trio was fabulous. The street corn was great as was the Crispy fried pork for apetizers. Everything we ate was a do again feast.

Always excellent! We go there for Christmas every year. It’s my gf birthday on the 24th. Always excellent service and the best food I. nyc.

A perfect blend between food and Latin music. The food taste was awesome and the waiters are the best. Plates was served in a elegant manner with this perfect cuban taste.

The food taste was ok, it was a small portion, and it arrived cold. The restaurant has indoor/outdoor seating. Made a reservation for outdoor seating weeks in advance and called on the same day to make a reminder, but I still didnt get a table as requested when arrived so I waited around 25 min for the table. They promote on the menu $25 wine bottles. When I asked for it, they informed me that there were none available at all, so I ended up buying a red wine bottle for $36. The service was good (the guy really knew his stuff) Also, do not know if this is normal in some restaurants in NYC but they included the 18% tip in the bill without asking me.

Had a wonderful dinner here after The Radio City Christmas Spectacular, it’s a few block walk. All of the food and drinks were excellent and the menu offered a variety of selections. The empanadas, mojitos, spicy margarita and virgin strawberry daiquiri were all made fresh and tasted great. The garlic shrimp and vacca frita were delicious. The shrimp and beef were prepared perfectly and the shrimp were very fresh. Our server was friendly and checked in with us often. A great price for a Times Square meal as well!

Recent reviews have been critical of the food, but we went for lunch on a sunny Thursday and we absolutely loved it. And we’re NYC foodies. We sat outside and the service was fantastic. The empanadas were excellent, the fried fried avocado was unique and tasty and the Cuban sandwich was everything you’d want in a classic Cuban. Fresh squeezed lemonade to boot. Give them a try.

We had a WONDERFUL dinner here! The kids and I ate everything (delicious!), and the live music on Friday night had us all dancing! It was so much fun! (Havana Central at Times Square)

We ate here last night and couldn't have been more pleased. The food was amazing as was the service. The portion size was another plus! I'd definitely recommend arriving early, its gets busy quick.

If you’re visiting the city and looking for a standout spot, this bar should be on your list! Located in a vibrant area, it’s perfect for visitors seeking a memorable experience. I had an incredible time celebrating my friend’s birthday here. The service was impeccable—Aldo, our server, and Brunel, the manager, went above and beyond to make the evening unforgettable. The cheese empanadas were phenomenal, and the mojito with sugar cane was a unique and authentic touch. Aldo’s suggestion of the Trio dessert sampler was perfect for ending the night. Not only did they bring great energy and humor, but they also made it a perfect spot for photo ops to share on social media! Their attention to detail made the celebration truly special. Highly recommend this place for a fun group night out!

Wonderful Cuban Restaurant with pretty suitable selected furnishing and decor. Typical cuban food, music and staff. We felt pretty well and enjoyed our delicious dinner.

Excellent Cuban food. Very authentic. Highly recommend if you are in the area. Music was way too loud though so we asked to seat next to window a bit away from live music.

Great atmosphere looks like Cuba but we are on holiday Leon Times Square!! Nice decor good music and nickel lats and cocktails. The service is at the top

No hint of Cuban flavor in the food. Arroz con pollo came out of a box and chicken was flavorless. Bland! Guava mojitos tasted fermented. Fried plantains not cooked and the size of Alaska. Bigger not always better. Server was very nice. We recognize that he was not at fault and still left a nice tip for him. I was not looking for food to be taken off bill. We wanted a tasty Cuban meal and did not get that! Place is run down and it’s noticeable. Must be new management or chef? It was not like this a few years ago. Very disappointed.

Amazing atmosphere, amazing staff. And just off Times Square! Friendly and reasonable prices (for New York!). Great choice of drinks and live music.

This is my second time to NYC in January. I came here 3 weeks ago and could not wait to come back. There are so many restaurants in this city that for a tourist to decide to revisit instead of trying something new they must be doing something right. First the service is genuine and truly gracious. Every service take apart in the guest experience even if they are not your server but just walking by. Second the food is good. Make sure to order dessert the tres leeches is fantastic. The empanada sample great love the cheese and shrimp and the margaritas is very good. Lively crowd, great music, fun atmosphere.

The atmosphere of the place is incredible, the Caribbean music is spectacular, they played salsa, merengue and Bachata! The shrimp, beef and chicken empanadas are the best! For the starter I chose the ribs in guava sauce and my wife decided to order chicken soups. My wife told me the soups were delicious! And if you want to have a cocktail I recommend the coconut mojito! The best I've had in years! Their service was top notch, on two occasions the manager of the place personally came to ask if everything was okay! Thanks for such a good experience!

We had a reservation and ate here before going to see a Broadway Show. We were seated right away. The waitress was friendly and explained everything to us. We chose the pre theater - pre fix menu. You got a drink, appetizer, entrée and dessert. There were plenty of options and we had a hard time deciding what to get. We chose empanadas and masitas for our appetizers. Both were delicious. The shrimp empanadas were amazing. For entrees we chose the mango glazed salmon and the pernil. Again both were delicious. For dessert we both got the Churros and loved them. The restaurant was packed and I was concerned the food would be delayed, but it was not. Everything came out hot and timely. Price was fantastic for what you get. We would definitely come here again.

One of the popular joints in terms of reviews in the touristy Times Square area. You get a mix of Mexican, Peruvian and South American fare here. For appetizer, we tried the empanada sampler (chicken, shrimp and beef) which was almost like our Indian pani puri but (of course) much more flavorful and loved it - and goes down well with their signature classic and pineapple mojitos. For main course, we ordered the Salmon Galseado en Salsa de Mango (salmon steak with mango salsita) and the Vaca Frita (crispy shredded beef steak with cilantro rice and a fried egg). I would go again !

Stopped in on a spur of the moment. My wife had been craving a Cuban sandwich and out hotel bartender said this place was a good one. We had the most excellent service from Ashley, and wonderful empanadas, followed by the Cuban sandwich my wife was craving and I opted for the skirt steak. All was some of the best ever and, again, the service in a packed house was phenomenal. Highly recommend this place.

Very good guacamole nachos, good appetizers, happy atmosphere, friendly and helpful service, good location. I recommend to make a reservation.

We went to this restaurant because we didn't want it to be too fancy and we heard the guidance of a group of students talking about it. It's a very spacious place. We had dinner there on Sunday evening and there was live music. It was at the entrance and was really loud. We sat halfway through the restaurant, but couldn't talk to each other normally. That was really a shame. The food was delicious. We thought the service was not very attentive.

Met family here. Just a block off of Broadway. Affordable prices and the food was very good. Music was good but it was loud, so keep in mind if you are looking to converse. Drinks were good.

Had three nights in NYC and ate here every evening as we just loved it so much. The atmosphere is great, staff friendly and there is live music from a small band that play by the door. The first evening we sat upstairs, which arguably is the best place to be as you get a great view and we had lots of room. Second night we were downstairs at the back in a booth which was still great although we missed the view from upstairs, third evening we were sat more in the main area downstairs but the tables are quite close so that was our least favourite spot to sit. However every night the food was amazing, first night I had the chicken special, second night I had the pulled pork with rice and beans and the third night I decided to have two starters and chose the guac with chips and chicken thighs. The chicken thighs were amazing, the sauce they came with was to die for and they were never ending, I had to take the last few back to the hotel! One evening we also caved and ordered desert and went for the chocolate chip bread pudding which was yummy. The salmon dishes are also worth a mention as my parents enjoyed those, genuinely a great place to visit for food in NYC.

Delicious food, great service, food was ready in no time, positive, feel good ambiance, right in the middle of Time Square. Highly recommend!

We met friends for dinner on a Wednesday night. They live in New York; we were visiting. We really wanted to chat and catch up, but the noise level inside was as loud as any place I’ve ever been. I’ve been in rock concerts that weren’t that loud. Seriously. After an hour of having to shout, I was ready to leave (I was actually ready to leave before we even sat down). We shared the Pernil, which was good but not outstanding and definitely not hot. It came with rice and beans also tepid. We wanted the avocado salad, but they were out of avocados, so we shared guacamole and chips instead. The chips were stale. Service was okay, but not exceptional. I would not return. I have to think there are any number of better Cuban restaurants in New York.

Went with my wife and grown up son. We're all food lovers and were looking forward immensely to New York. Stumbled accross this place just off of Time Square and it was great. Tasty food, excellent staff, quick service and reasonable prices. What more can I say

I have no idea ifthe food was authentic, but it was delicious and plentiful ( a bit too plentiful - my plate could have fed both of us). The live music is great and the crowd is just nice. Recommended.

It is open and it’s wonderful! Ivan is fantastic. I’ll go back soon. It is open and it’s delicious. Ivan greeted us. The staff has on masks and gives you hand sanitizer It is open and you hand sanitizer. They also have the tables socially distanced. And menus are paper. It’s great due to covid. The food and drinks are great and the staff is lovely. We had wings, empanadas and sandwiches. As well as margaritas.

I was getting ready to go see a musical. But before that needed to have some lunch. This day we decided that instead of the usual places we would try something different. This time we wanted to go to Havana and have some Cuban fare. This was a good place to visit. We were early enough so, even with a reservation, we had no problem. It was easy to get in and sit at our table. The team was great. They could help us with what we can order and enjoy. I already had an idea before we got there. I knew I would want a Cuban sandwich. I had this when I was able to visit Cuba several years ago when we were allowed to visit. Time did change. But I cannot forget what it was like to be in Havana and enjoy every meal I had. Here, in NYC, it is almost the same. The items we had were ideal. Chicken and Rice is a good meal. The portion is big. The taste is just right. It can remind you when you had this in Cuba. We also had ribs and chicken. Rice with Black Beans this time. This is typical when you are in Cuba. So having it here was a great idea. As for my sandwich, this was almost like being there. It is their version of the classical sandwich. It was moist and warm. It was the right mix of a sandwich and tasted great with each bite I took. Nothing had to be added. The sandwich was large and plentiful. Overall, this is a great place to visit. There is beverage, cocktails, dessert and more. Don't forget the appetizers. We had these too. It was a great visit before we headed to the musical we were seeing (a great show by the way). I will definitely keep Havana Cuban on my list of places to visit when I am in Time Square. And if we ever get back to Cuba, I highly recommend to enjoy what you can eat there. Hopefully we can be invited back to the country there.