This mini chain, founded in 2010 to capture the glamour of 1950s Cuba, has opened its fifth location. “We chose Ocean Drive because we saw the success of our other two beach locations – Española Way and Lincoln Road. Ocean Drive represents El Malecon,” co-owner Eduardo Araoz says, referring to the seaside boulevard in Havana. […]
With the United States having restored diplomatic relations with Cuba in 2015 after more than 54 years of estrangement from the Cold War, the hearty island cuisine and stiff rum-based Cuban drinks are poised for a renaissance. Nowhere has this renaissance gotten more of a head start than at the four-unit Havana 1957 in the […]
“Tapas y Tintos” is a Spanish/Basque tapas restaurant & bar that has been bringing authenticity and flavor to the Spanish-inspired, historic street of Española Way in Miami Beach since 1981. From ceiling to floor, the walls are covered with authentic photographs and decor of Spanish novelties such as Spanish Matador costumes, Spanish fans, Flamenco dancers […]
August 28, 2015 Each Friday, we compile South Florida food-related news and events that we couldn’t fit on the site earlier in the week. Want to be included in next week’s roundup? Shoot us an email at bark@miamifoodpug.com. Havana 1957 Hosts “Juego Jueves” Havana 1957 is a chain of Cuban restaurants known for its authentic […]
Compelling variety breathes life back into the 24/7 restaurant at Caesars Palace. It seems like it was only a few weeks ago that I was telling you how I rarely review 24/7 restaurants located in hotels. Oh wait—it was only a few weeks ago. And then I went on to review Siegel’s 1941 in El […]
Havana 1957 quietly debuted their third South Florida location in the former Brickell Irish Pub space a few weeks back, but they don’t officially open till tomorrow. The eatery, managed by the V & E Restaurant Group, serves up traditional Cuban fare in a space reminiscent of old Cuba in the 1950’s complete with famous […]
The Formula: Authentic Cuban cuisine Number of Locations: 4 in South Florida Meal for One: Traditional grilled Cuban steak topped with chopped onions and parsley, served alongside boiled yuca ($15.50) and paired with a mango mojito ($9.95) Menu Highlights: Classic Cuban dishes full of juicy meats, fried plantains and roasted potatoes https://www.zagat.com
The former Stir Crazy could pass for a Hollywood movie set with walls that alternate between stone and a rustic green finish with red accents including tufted banquettes. Sit at one of the red-and-silver diner stools at the bar where 120 different kinds of rum, mojitos ($10.95-$11.95) and Cuban libres ($9.95-$13) are served, as well […]
Con música de los años 1950, comida cubana de la buena y un menú para comer sin culpas, ‘El habanero delgado’, este restaurante-club pone sabor en Brickell. ALBERTO SÁNCHEZ Casi a la una de la madrugada el grupo Palo!, que dirige Steve Roitstein, sube al escenario del Havana 1957 de Brickell para celebrar su onceno […]
