Havana Vieja - Cuban restaurant
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Havana Vieja - Cuban restaurant
Lively Cuban dining with 1950s Havana flair on Washington Avenue in South Beach
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About Havana Vieja - Cuban restaurant
Highlights
Date Night
Special Occasions
Group Celebrations
Signature Paella Especial
Signature Ropa Vieja Tacos
Reservations Recommended
Lively
Wheelchair Accessible
Dining Essentials
Dress Code
Casual
Typical Visit
1-1.5 hours
Verified
8.7
/10Service
9.0
Ambience
8.0
Food Quality
9.0
Value for Money
7.0
Location
9.0
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Buzzing
DaysSaturday
Times3pm–11pm
Relaxed
DaysWeekdays
TimesOff-peak hours
Reservations are recommended. Weekday mornings and early afternoons, especially Tuesday through Thursday before noon, are the quietest windows for a relaxed meal. A typical dinner runs $30-50 per person. On-site parking is available.
Open Until 11:45 PM
Monday9:00 AM – 11:45 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM – 11:45 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM – 11:45 PM
Thursday9:00 AM – 11:45 PM
Friday9:00 AM – 12:45 AM
Saturday9:00 AM – 12:45 AM
Sunday9:00 AM – 11:45 PM
Reviews
Food QualityServiceAtmosphere
The Experience
Category
Amenities
Reservations RecommendedLivelyWheelchair AccessibleTrendyWine ListPet-FriendlyPatioAccessible RestroomCredit Cards AcceptedBeer SelectionVegan OptionsDelivery
Signature Dishes
Paella Especial
$130A large seafood paella meant for sharing.
Ropa Vieja Tacos
$20Shredded beef in traditional Cuban sauce served in taco form.
Beef and Cheese Croquettes
$18Prime beef and Parmesan cheese croquettes infused with truffle oil, topped with aioli cheese cream.
Grilled Octopus
$28Grilled octopus with roasted potatoes, cherry tomatoes, and black olive mayonnaise.
Caribbean Garlic Shrimp
$33Shrimp sauteed in garlic, olive oil, and white wine, served with white rice and sweet plantains.
Red Snapper
$46Whole fried Florida snapper served with yellow rice and fried yuca.
Guacamole Mariquitas
$20Hass avocado, tomato, onions, fresh lime juice, and cilantro served with plantain chips.
What People Love
Food Quality: Guests repeatedly highlight the ropa vieja, paella, empanadas, and grilled octopus as standouts, along with Cuban sandwiches and garlic shrimp.
Service: The servers are frequently praised by name for being attentive, friendly, and full of menu recommendations that enhance the visit.
Atmosphere: Guests describe the space as colorful, lively, and authentic, with outdoor terrace seating that's great for people-watching on Washington Avenue.
Cocktails: Mojitos, including pitcher options and flavored varieties like passion fruit, are mentioned often as a highlight of the visit.
Know Before You Go
- Reservations are accepted via Resy, OpenTable, and Yelp, but walk-ins are also welcome.
- Street parking (free and paid) is available nearby, with a paid parking lot as a backup option.
- Saturday evenings from 7-10pm are the busiest window; weekday mornings are quieter for a relaxed meal.
- Outdoor terrace seating is popular, so request it when booking if you want to watch the Washington Avenue scene.
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