"If you visit Guantanamera in the daytime, you might think it’s just a Cuban restaurant with tiki ceiling fans and an empty stage setup. That’s because, like owls and most bodegas, this kitschy 9th Avenue spot comes alive at night. The live band, crowded bar, and kind man selling hand-rolled cigars are the real reasons why you should come here. So the next time you want to hear some live music while simultaneously eating a cubano and learning how to mambo, try this place." - nikko duren