Cafe Habana

06/30/09

Rude, rude rude!

by Deam

Won't ever go here again. There are far too many great Cuban places to eat in this city with enjoyable, non-attitude laden servers. One waitress was so rude, we got up and left.

Get over yourselves.

05/10/09

In A Hurry?

by JPietro74

me and a group of friends came here yesterday for brunch. it was super busy and they had a crowd waiting outside. they set the five of us up in a booth so that one of us had to sit on a chair at the end, in the way of everything. the waitresses had a hard time getting by. the girls working there were beautiful. the black hostess, though, looked so stressed out and was downright rude in her behavior. she looked like she was hungover. i would rather be greeted by someone sweet and calm instead of treated like cattle. they think they're doing a good job?

our waitress was nice, but was ready to get us out of there. other than the rushed service, our food was great. the corn and hot cocoas were the best.

i would come here again when they learn how to not be so aggressive, because it just sets the tone of my meal, which i would like to enjoy.

• Pros: good food, hot staff
• Cons: rude hostess

04/14/09

terrible

by superduperfi

This place is TERRIBLE!! The yellow rice in the "vegetarian" burrito actually has chicken stock in it. When I tried substitute it with white rice I was give a serious attitude and informed that the chef would not allow it. So much for a "green" restaurant...

• Pros: good corn
• Cons: attitude, "vegetarian" burritos with chicken stock

01/25/09

I will be back!

by delirous

My cousin took me here for my birthday, and it was good. The corn is off the chain. You got to have the corn. It is addictive. I also had a mojito, regular, and it was good! It could have been a litle sweeter, but VERY GOOD. I even believe they used cuban rum. :-) I can't remember what the name of the dish I had, but bascially it was like shreaded chicken, corn tortilla's in a cassarole type set up with crema and cojita cheese on top. It was mixed in with green/verde sauce witch has a bit of a kick to it. It was good, BUT! we came during brunch on a sunday afternoon, and as a result no rice was available, only beans. I'm not a bean type of girl, I love my rice. Will be back and try out the rest of the menu. It is busy, crowded, and tight with space, but that's NYC. I'll be back.

• Pros: Corn, Mojito
• Cons: wait, tight space, crowded.

11/07/08

Awesome Cuban Sandwich

by jenjulio

I passed by with a friend and we were hungry.....we got cuban sandwiches and they were sooooooooo yummy!

• Pros: Sandwich
• Cons: too crowded

06/26/08

best lunch spot

by nycfoodie1

this is the best spot to take lunch. the grilled chicken wrap is so satisfying. i never get sick of it. it is always hot, fresh and delicious. i never go to the restaurant part. go around the corner where you can get take out and try to snatch a seat at the window. it can get crowded too but if you avoid prime time you'll be fine.

• Pros: grilled chicken wrap, the energy and vibe...they're eco-friendly too
• Cons: sometimes too crowded

05/07/08

So yummy! I always get the takeout and eat it on the sidewalk

by ReneeNYC1787

Love their corn! And their hot chocolate is the best in the city. The wait for the restaraunt is ridiculous, but I always go next door and get takeout. There are a couple of benches where you can sit and eat.

04/12/08

This is the Address for HABANA TO GO - The Soggy Fries Place ! But Good for the Corn when the line is too long on the corner

by Dollarhyde

The PIC shown does not match this Cafe Habana address. The address listed here on Elizabeth St. is for HABANA to GO! Not the restaurant on PRINCE St corner of Elizabeth. While there seems to be a never ending stream of Yuppies, Upper East Siders, Tourists, and B n' T customers waiting to get inside taking over the corner. They can get the same food in an even smaller space at this Habana To Go Spot on Elizabeth. They won't have all the main entries like the PORK but most of the good stuff is here like the CORN. However, I always wondered why this place could never get the hamburger and fries right! There fries are the soggiest you'll ever have. The hamburgers have a funky raw taste even when its well done! I know its a CUBAN place but reviews on here should be for the TO GO spot that caters to the lunch crowd that after repeated visits won't a burger now and then.

• Pros: The To Go Place has Soggy Fries and Funky Hamburgers
• Cons: The BBQ corn with cheese

03/11/08

Good food- tight space

by archerfire

It is TEENY in there. But the food is great. The Corn-- yummmmmm! Another favorite would be the cuban sandwich. Even their margaritas and cafe con leche are good. I would recommend just ordering from their to-go store next door. Then you can actually eat your food without getting claustrophobic and bumping your elbows on something/someone.

• Pros: Food
• Cons: Way too small

02/21/08

Best corn, great tortas

by ymx

Best corn I have ever tasted! The pollo con mole, cheese and avocado and mushroom and cheese tortas are fantastic. Even the imported mexican coke in a glass bottle is good ( different from US coke). I highly recommend this place, the waiting and lack of seating in worth it!

• Pros: the taste
• Cons: you might not have where to sit