Cañave

Fantastic food, A+ service, and a welcoming atmosphere. The margaritas are excellent, the shishitos, mushroom empanadas, and pastor tacos are flavorful, perfectly cooked, and expertly seasoned, and the flan was one of the best I’ve ever had. We’ll be back!

Excellent food Fish and Brussels were expertly crafted. Non-alcoholic drink options as a plus. Wonderful spot to spend lunch with a dear friend or trusted colleague. Also great for working lunches too, didn't feel rushed through my meal and the staff took great care of me. Will definitely return.

Went on a Wednesday night and was pretty chill. The food was very good, great portions and tasty. We tried the ceviche, which was tangy and a bit spicy. The camarones enfiestados were really delicious, with cilantro rice, avocado and the perfect size. We also asked for a chimi with pulled pork that was so good we asked for another one to go. Overall great place and great food.

Great Neighborhood restaurant with a chill/Latin Vibes. Food, drinks and service was 10/10 for us. Would definitely go back just for the Hanger Steak and The Seafood Casuela dishes 👌🏽😋💯

I’ve been to Cañave four times, but unfortunately, I won’t be going back. The first time I went with a friend and had a great experience, delicious food and friendly service. I went back with two other friends and again had a great time. Then I brought my mom and aunt for Mother’s Day. The service was slow, but I figured it was just a busy day. However, my last visit really changed my view. I went with my mom and boyfriend for her birthday, and even though there were only two other tables, we waited nearly an hour to get our food. On top of that, they automatically added gratuity even though we were only a party of three. That’s when I realized something felt off. When I went with my white, English-speaking friends, we were treated very well. But the two times I went with my Spanish-speaking family, the service was noticeably worse. It’s hard not to feel like we were being treated differently, and not in a good way. Really disappointing, especially from a Latin American restaurant.

Great gem in the Inwood Neighborhood. I had the plantain croquettes and pulled pork Sandwich. Both items had great flavor.

Loved the staff and the vibe. The drinks were expensive but extremely well made, so that made it worth it. Will definitely come back next time I'm visiting the Bronx.

Love their food. The shrimp ceviche with chips is delicious. Also the pulpo and potatoes is a very good soup, very refreshing. Thoroughly enjoyed the drinks, Caribbean as well as the Paloma spritzer.

I used to live down the street from Canave and would literally go every week. Some days they would have a live band! The food never disappoints and the service is always great. My favorite restaurant on dyckman/uptown. This time I got the shrimp mofonguito with a side of rice and beans. The rice and beans are A MUST! I don't know how they get the rice so creamy but it's delicious! The chips are fresh so it's a great start to the meal. My favorite drink is the fuego y agua which is basically a mezcalita. Definitely a must try!

Had a sunday girls dinner here and for it being my first time, I thoroughly enjoyed it. The ambiance is lovely , the staff is very welcoming and as for the service it was top notch. We started with drinks I had a nonalcoholic pina colada , which was perfect. Not to overly sweet and blended with the perfect amount of pineapple and coconut flavor! As for appetizers we had the fresh guacamole with chips and this was very good ! Next we ordered dinner . I had the bbq short rib tacos, we had a side of rice and beans and the mofonguito. Everything was very flavorful and fresh ! I loved that the staff made sure we were happy with our order and came to ask if we needed anything else. All in all we highly enjoyed our dinner and definitely will be back to try a few more things off the menu .

I ordered the short rib tacos and I kept getting giant rubbery chunks of fat in my mouth. (see pic of fat). I had to take the meat out of the taco with my hand and chew around the fat chunks with my fingers. For the price I would expect that to be trimmed off before serving - I would also expect a larger portion. The food wasn't satisfying and neither was the service.

We enjoyed the ambiance of Canave as well as the food. There was ample indoor and outdoor seating, and the service was friendly and prompt. We ordered the beef empanadas (which normally come as an appetizer) as a main and the BBQ short rib tacos. After trying the empanada, I sort of wished I'd ordered that, too, because it was very good, but my tacos were not bad either. Glad we found this spot while in the neighborhood!

Muy agradable, un restaurante muy bonito, fuimos a celebrar el día de la madre y aunque estaba un poco lleno, y el tiempo de espera era más de lo habitual valió completamente la espera porque todo estaba delicioso, queremos volver pronto!

3.5 stars. We came here for dinner. It was still happy hour when we arrived so we also ordered a couple of cocktails from their happy hour menu. The drinks were good and the food, when it finally arrived, was actually good. However, service has much room for improvement. We waited for at least half an hour for our food. After inquiring about it, they finally said there was an issue in the kitchen and they had to re-make the dishes and supposedly that is why it was taking a while. Now I understand things but in an establishment with good service someone would have come told us that there was an issue and so it'll take a little longer and perhaps even offered us some free appetizers on the house. None of this happened and as a result we were a little frustrated. If they were to improve that then I'd be happy to come back here again.

This is long over due, I've returned after my 1st review and the place has done a 180. The staff is super friendly, attentive and the service is great. I love the music and the vibes. The menu def got an upgrade and when annoy food snobs visit me and I wanna stay in the neighborhood this is where i take them and haven't heard a single complaint. Perfect for groups, dates and solo dates.

....excellent service and great ambience at Canave. The food is always exceptional. Looooove this place !!!

What a great place to eat. I had the short rib tacos - amazing all The flavors hit your mouth at once - then seasoned faddish took the cake. Friends had their nachos, and a chicken dish too they said was amazing. Run punch... on point Waitress - great, patient and nice. Parking I was able to park in front. Left one star because the seating was a bit uncomfortable. Would go again and recommend to anyone.

Had a great time for Friday drinks/dinner with friends. We all had margaritas (so good!!), chips and guac (delish) and different entrees. You can't go wrong with anything, and our server was a rockstar having to keep up with our drink orders. I'll definitely come back next time I'm in the neighborhood!

Ambiance is really nice and the food was delicious I got the bbq tacos and the beef empanadas. They were both really good I'd definitely recommend. The staff are really friendly and attentive. It's a very nice atmosphere this is a great spot and would be a very nice evening date spot.

My friend and I stumbled upon this place after visiting The Met Cloisters for a late lunch. He had the flautas, I had the tacos al pastor, and we split the nachos con queso (with sour cream, jalapeños, and pico de gallo on the side). The tacos were very tasty, and the nachos were amazing! I love that they use shredded cheese on the nachos instead of liquid cheese sauce. The place was really cute and the service was good! I would definitely come back. The only thing I didn't like was that they automatically included a 20% gratuity even though it was only two of us.

Love the food here especially the Shrimp with cilantro rice and avocado, the mussels appetizer is also yummy. The service can be a little better and the ambience is amazing but overall I would highly recommend!

Brunch was great. Wonderful location 1 block from Dyckman on Broadway. You aren't rushed. Great food. Drink menu is tasty. Attentive service.

I went here for happy hour. The bbq short ribs are delicious. I also had coconut margaritas which was so good. The food is delicious and serve is great.

Quite literally the most delicious rice and beans I have ever had in my entire life. Staff is so friendly. Restrooms are very clean.

The service it very attentive and food scrumptious, the flavors are so fragrant and made like cooking at home the drinks are authentic and have a real original taste to the Caribbean I really enjoyed my experience and nice to find good spot in my neighborhood and music is reasonably and you can hear yourself and talk to others without screaming

The guacamole is the best I've had in all of the USA. The shisito peppers are delicious. Mind blowing food . Wow

Welcoming staff at this beautiful restaurant serving Mexican dishes with interesting twists. I stopped by with my family on a Sunday afternoon around 4:30p and the place was understandably quiet. They have indoor as well as outdoor seating; get a comfy booth, if you can. They do have some beers, but you're coming here for their wine. Guacamole: solid. Perfectly balanced and very good. Pulpo y papas: delicious, easily the best dish we had. The octopus was tender and flavorful, and you won't resist drinking the juice left. Quesadillas: simple, yet yummy. Tacos de BBQ short ribs: the beef could have used more salt, but was very tender. The tacos were small, though, and I didn't find the combination of flavors particularly captivating. I'd probably order something else next time. Overall, it's a pleasant and relaxed place to spend a couple of hours. Their menu has plenty of other options I'd be willing to try and the service is outstanding. Looking fwd to my next visit.

I went here earlier today with my partner hoping to get a decent meal for dinner. The ambiance was nice as well as the music. The appetizers were generous in the portions that was given. My problem that I had was with the skirt steak that I ordered, I ordered the steak medium rare & received it well done. I'm not one to go back & forth about things like this all the time because I've had experiences where my food was violated because the chef didn't like that I sent it back. A well done steak isn't the end of the world though. The end of the world is getting a check with an automatic gratuity of 20% for a party of only 2. If there was a sign that would clearly state there is a automatic 20% gratuity I wouldn't have cared but it's a slap in the face for the residents of the neighborhood to be misled over a small dinner. Maybe a 20% gratuity would've been warranted if my steak was prepared properly. 10/10 wouldn't recommend.

Nice quiet spot! Beef Empandas were good! We went to watch a live Bachata band! The drinks were good!

Wow! My nephew is lucky to live around the corner from this restaurant. Loved the decor and vibe. I ordered their summer salad: arugula, goat cheese and beets with balsamic glaze, plus mushroom and cheese empanadas with creamy cilantro and pico. Others in our group got the angus burger, pork carnitas, and chicken strips for kids. Everything was delicious. My only complaint is we had to ask every time we wanted more water.

Love it! This is just a mini review since we were only there about a half hour and got one drink, but well worth it! Not comfortable inside yet so they were SUPER KIND about letting us sit outside, (which obviously isn't a big deal but it was COLD!!! :) Server was SUPER nice, we got two drinks and they were outstanding, cannot wait to get back there and try more. Ordered an order of tostones, and they were excellent. Perfectly crispy, and came with a little bucket of all different sauces that were ALL AMAZING!! (Like, I'm sad I don't have them at home!!) prices were super reasonable, and cannot wait to go back!

Super great vibes to end a great day at the MET Cloisters. The service was great, beautiful decor too. I got the Tacos Al Pastor, which was flavorful with the pickled radish, tajin, and tangy pineapple.

Fabulous food, ambiance and service! I had the Brussels sprouts and they were amazing, would highly recommend.

Cañave has a nice atmosphere with an up beat vive. Its great for a hang with friends or a date.

Fabulous post museum lunch. Cold beer and creative cuisine. Latin American - a mix of Caribbean and Mexican flavors. Great green plantains croquetas; loved the empanadas (pastelillos in Puerto Rico); and great queso fundido. Everything fresh. The mofonguito was super soft; incredible Criollo sauce! Excellent cilantro rice & beans too. Junior, our server, and the whole team were friendly. Good music too. We'll be back...

Canave is a wonderful spot in Inwood with great drinks and Latin fusion food Happy hour is great! try the delcious shrimp Tostados!

Checked out this place with a friend for an early dinner. They offer a happy hour and some nice drink and meal options. Drinks were good. The place was not packed when we went around 4:30pm on a week day. The Restaurant atmosphere and decor were both nice. Salad was delicious, my friend enjoyed the flautas and the chicken tacos were ok. The service was friendly and good. The $$ food was good too. Will try again

I was happy to have walked past this restaurant afyer a disappointing brunch with hubbs down the block. My burger was prepared well over so after hubby finished his meal and we were walking back to our car, we noticed Cañave and decided to give me an opportunity to enjoy a sit down meal for the day. We were initially worried because the dining area seems pretty tight but the staff was very helpful, facilitating a pathway and comfortable table that would accommodate our stroller. Our server was very pleasant and the manager kept stopping by, making sure that we were content with everything. We had both, their guacamole and quesadilla to start, which was OK. To be perfectly honest, the quesadilla could have used more oaxaca cheese and the guacamole could have been a larger serving for the price. I ordered a Fuego y Agua cocktail which was bomb, and their steak and eggs which was a bit scant. The price tag of everything seems a bit of a reach. I think they feel like their in an upcoming neighborhood and because the area code is 212, they can justify those prices. The amount of steak included in my $19 dish was laughable. The food tasted ok, nothing to write home about and certainly not warranting their prices but their in a great location so I guess you're paying for NYC adjacent? I gave four stars because they have some great drinks and the service was wonderful. I hope they do better with their portion size and pricing because 4 oz or less of skirt steak with some scrambled egg and fingerling taters is not worth 20 bucks.

Delicious place to eat; not just if you're visiting the Cloisters. Great service and fun vibe. Black rice amazing.

We are so glad we found this little Mexican Latin gem near the Cloisters across from the Fort Tryon Park. The Cocktails were perfection and nicely presented. The food - especially the croquettes and momoquita were especially flavorful. My only disappointment would the the Tacos Al Pastor - although quite tasty they were a little skimpy on the pork. The service was excellent - our server was attentive and consistent. Lastly it was a pleasant surprise vein serenaded by a 2-person band.

I came here with my sister during lunch hours and was happy to be seated quickly. We sat outside the tables were spread out for safe social distancing. The service was fast and friendly. We had appetizers, drinks and entrees. Everything I must say was delicious And flavorful. Even the cocktails were yummy I would say we did not come for happy hour so they were a bit pricey but we did enjoy it. I think the location food and drinks were great I would come back for a happy hour. The appetizer we had was nachos and empanadas. For entrees 1/2 roasted chicken and the hanger steak. For cocktails we tried was Tre pasito ,sueno caribena and mezcal

I came to this restaurant alone. I had a peaceful lunch and the food was real real real good. From the entrance door to when it was time to pay my tab it was beautiful. The food was so good and the margaritas. On my 3 time being there I brought a group of friend. It was so nice, I felt that I was in another country.

I had onee night in town and my first time at Cañave and YOU have to go! It's the cutest spot with amazing food. I've never been to the Dominican Republic but the atmosphere made me feel like I was there, and I was home. The Camarones Enfiestados were to die for. IT WAS FIRE!! The service we received was so amazing and we will definitely be back again. They made us feel welcomed and gave us an amazing experience.

Delicious food. Had their beef empanadas as well as their camarones enfiestados. They make it with a delicious cilantro rice. Their Sangrias are delicious. Great music and great staff.

It was our first time coming here yesterday, and we actually loved our meal. Food was great. Drinks were great, even though it took longer to get them than expected and service was just okay. The ambiance in the outdoor section was great. We were saying how happy we were to have come there and would make it a regular spot for us. That was all undone when we got the bill. My husband is in the restaurant industry, and is quick to trust the bill is right... he gave his card without first looking it over, and when they brought us the credit card receipt to fill out and I saw him adding tip and signing, something about the total seemed very high. When I said that to him, he looked at the itemized bill and it took him a few times examining it to realize that it VERY quietly and in very small font above the total showed that there was a 20% gratuity added to the total... for a party of 2. This wasn't noted anywhere on the menu and our server certainly didn't let us know in any way shape or form. We are generous tippers and were going to tip 25% (even though as noted above, the service was just okay), so with the sneaky 20% already included, we were nearly hoodwinked into giving the equivalent of a 45% tip. Having auto gratuity for a party less than 6 isn't at all the norm, but if there had been any attempt to make us aware (by having this noted on the menu, circling/highlighting it on the receipt, the server letting us know themselves), this would be less of an issue. It was unforgivably deceitful. The tip line on the credit card receipt didn't say "additional tip," it just said "tip". The credit card receipt even had a VERY large "suggested gratuity" section on the bottom, with five tip suggestions ranging from 10% to 25%. And those suggested tip percentages were based on the total that already had the 20% auto gratuity included. My husband was furious, as was I - I don't write reviews often, but this was clearly intentional and anywhere that has practices like this shouldn't be in business.

We ordered the salmon a la veracruzana, and cazuela d e mariachos. salmon a la veracruzana: The salmon is crispy outside and tender inside. The sauce is made of capers cherry tomatoes and god it's so flavorful! cazuela d e mariachos: this is a seafood stew with clams mussels white fish in a tomato sauce. It's similar to a Bouillabaisse. It's so fresh and well seasoned.

Don't you hate when someone is running late and you have to duck into a bar/restaurant to kill time? Well that's what happened to me and caused me to come into Cañave. But I'm glad I did! I stopped in for a drink and a small appetizer. The bartender handed me the happy hour menu and I had the perfect excuse to order a second drink since they were enticingly cheap! Warning: happy hour "bites" are larger than they seem. I ordered the nachos bites and a beer which came out to a very affordable 11 dollars. The nachos were much bigger in portion than I expected! They took a little bit on the longer side to come out but were worth it. The cocktails were awesome. I got the Las Palmas and Rum Punch which kicked ass. They both were potent and pleasant to drink. They're fruity but boozy which is hard to pull off. The waitress was quick and efficient. I would return again for this great happy hour special and special treatment!

Tasty vegetarian options - especially the yucca fries, even though they're simple. The cocktail menu is nice, though leaning on the sweet side. The only issues we had were that the music was a bit loud, and that our waitress said they couldn't make tea because "it would take forty minutes to boil the water."

I had an early dinner here on a Sunday at 6pm. The open windows, space and music drew us in. Unfortunately, everything else was subpar. The service was very slow. Food and drinks were overpriced and not good. - Guacamole: I don't recommend. There were few chunks of avocado, tomato, onion etc but it was way too limey making it almost liquidy. The portion was size was very small. - Short Rib and Pork Shoulder tacos: Comes in 3. Both meats were extremely dry although I think I prefer the pork shoulder. The tortilla was stale and the side sauces didn't help. We also had 2 cocktails which were both just okay.

The quality of food here is really good- especially for the area. It's a little more on the pricey side, but you can try going during happy hour which is apparently Tuesday-Friday 3-7pm (see photo). Their tacos are delicious but small! The chicken quesadilla and croquettes are also delicious. The pulpo was okay, but the broth/sauce it came with was amazing! Definitely a go-to restaurant. Plus the waitress and staff are super friendly.

My favorite Inwood restaurant. Good food and drinks but the staff makes the difference. Always attentive and friendly. I've been there with my family so many times I can't believe I've never written a review for them. Have been dozens of times. Can't wait to go back soon.

Came late minute last night, they close the kitchen at 9 so we were rushed a little bit to order before the kitchen closed. Glad that we made the decision to stay because the food was bomb. I ordered the cazuela de mariscos which had mussels, fish & shrimp and accompanied by tostones. The broth was perfect, not oily and had that nice creamy texture. It was slightly salty but nothing crazy. The hanger steak, was flavorful and just the right portion. It was cooked with potatoes and peppers with a garlic aioli and let me tell you, they know what they doing. I tried the pineapple, passion fruit, and watermelon margarita. You definitely don't think they hit, but when I got home I definitely felt it. They are good if you're looking to feel nice. Definitely a must try again. And their decor is absolutely divine. Would make a cute brunch spot.

3.5 only because our service was SO. SLOW. And not good. The food was nothing short of Am8zing but the anxiety me and my friends got from waiting so long for our food doesn't make up for it. Also we ordered two apps that was served the same time as our mains. The server said he didn't know we wanted them before our mains and I was like...? They're appetizers?? And you could've asked? Anyways from placing the order to when we got the first food item served it was almost 40 mins. If the place was busy or something I would've understood, but we were literally the second table seated in the restaurant. Also our server barely spoke English so that was another hurdle. Food on the other hand is superb. Portions are a little on the smaller side sadly but quality is pretty high--haven't had chips and guac that we're that good in a long time--guac was SUPER fresh, croquettes were rly good too. My chicken Tinga tostada was a little small but rly yummy. Decor/plating is also 10/10. This place would be so so much more amazing if management gets their wait staff a little bit better trained/faster

Live the ambiance of this spot. It's always good vibes and good times. The drinks are strong and delicious and the food is good. Wish they had more plantbased options tho!

We've been coming here since it opened. Wish it was a bit closer to where we live, but we still return. Great Happy Hour drinks. We usually get tacos (very good, if not traditional Mexican), sometimes with rice & beans. The other day, I had the black rice meal. A bit pricey but delicious. The original chef was from Columbia, and there is still a mix of Latin flavors. Very comfortable. Nice view of the park. Great service. Give it a try.

Loved it here. Dyckman is known for horrible service but here it's totally different I wish I remembered my waiter's name he was an older gentlemen. Very attentive! The drinks were so good passion fruit mimosa was on point! It was so cold and yummy! Which was amazing since it was a hot day on Saturday! The food was very good as well, just wish the Guacamole was a bigger portion. It was so good, we went back today! It was happy hour and the drinks didn't disappoint! Please guys try this place let places like this stay in inwood!

Came here at happy hour with out-of-town guests after visiting the Cloisters. The atmosphere was lively, the service good, as was the food. Most of us got the tacos, which were good but typical. The shrimp cerviche, however, was a big disappointment - mostly lettuce and very little shrimp. They should take this off the menu and we do not recommend it.