"One of the city’s finest Cuban spots, Victor’s Cafe is situated in a lush, light-filled space draped in dangling greenery and accented with colorful murals and turquoise chairs. Don’t miss the ropa vieja, Cuba’s national dish of slow-cooked, pulled beef, braised in tomatoes, garlic, onions, and peppers. The restaurant dates back to 1963, when Havana restaurateur Victor del Corral opened it on the Upper West Side. It has since moved to Midtown, and is a fantastic brunch option, too." - Alexandra Ilyashov, Carla Vianna