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El Sapo Cuban Social Club in Silver Spring is the vibrant spot for rum cocktails and classic Cuban dishes, featuring a lively atmosphere with a mojito garden.
"A Cuban restaurant offering bold island fare and street snacks, closed amid controversy surrounding its chef-owner." - Tierney Plumb
"El Sapo Cuban Social Club serves up fresh mojitos and Cuban fare in a bright and shimmering space along with a mojito garden open in the spring and summer. Chef Raynold Mendizábal features bold island food and street food from Havana, including masitas (fried pork bites), cod croquetas, and Cuban sandwiches." - Tim Ebner
"For more than two years, D.C.-area food critics haven’t been able to get enough of El Sapo Cuban Social Club. The trendy, boisterous restaurant in Silver Spring, Maryland, has won over tastemakers with its island cuisine and festive vibes..." - Lenore Adkins
"A short walk away, Mendizábal’s new-ish El Sapo Cuban Social Club serves al fresco mojitos, upbeat music, and island-inspired fare." - Tierney Plumb
"Cuban-born chef Raynold Mendizábal’s playful homage to Havana’s party scene debuted in downtown Silver Spring last year and grew this spring with the addition of a 100-seat outdoor “Mojito Garden” and cafe. The plan is to perk up customers with Cuban espressos during the day and roll out street foods and live music at night. The evolving arrangement is similar to that of D.C. and Sterling’s Colada Shop." - Tierney Plumb
