Havana Cafe

Best Cuban Food from Texas to the Northeast! We’ve been road-tripping from Texas all the way to New York, and stumbling upon Havana Cafe in North Attleborough was the culinary highlight of our entire journey so far! This place is the REAL DEAL. Absolutely authentic Cuban cuisine that takes you straight to Havana with every bite. You can taste the care and tradition in every dish - this isn’t some watered-down version of Cuban food, it’s true to the core and bursting with flavor. After eating our way across Texas and up through the Northeast, we can confidently say we haven’t had Cuban food better than this anywhere. The flavors are bold, the portions are generous, and everything tastes like it was made with love by someone’s abuela. If you’re anywhere near North Attleborough and craving authentic Cuban food, don’t even hesitate - just go. Havana Cafe is an absolute gem that deserves way more recognition. We’re already craving it again and we just left! Can’t wait to tell our friends back home about this place. ¡Delicioso!

A+++!!! Delicious food, beautiful Cuban decor, excellent customer service - what’s not to love? Quaint little hole in the wall with authentic Cuban fare. Parking, like seating, is scarce, but well worth it. Reservations can be made in advance! Everything was delicious. Friendly and professional staff. 👍👍

Havana Cafe is the best Cuban food I’ve ever had, and I’ve traveled a lot! I’ve been eating here for years and though they’ve made some changes over the years, the food is still fantastic. I love the vaca frita with congris and tostones. The tequeños with both cilantro sauce and (surprisingly) Nutella were delicious! My fiancé got the bistec de pollo and loved it. Lots of food for the price. Small inside so make a reservation!

Okay service is slow but it is 1000000% worth it So so so good. Absolutely everything. Croquetas. Insane. Chorizo my fave. Mojito was unreal Come here

Me and my wife tried this place for the first time really good food ! Small and authentic Cuban place don’t expect a big restaurant it’s a nice small cafe with Good food and good people ! Will come back to try the fish !

It was sunny and warm and I drove by seeing a outdoor table available at this small establishment and pulled over looked up the menu online. The reviews and pictures for a smaller place were very good. I ordered Mojito’s, boiled Yuca, Tostones, the Cuban Sandwich and a Croqueta. The drinks were delicious and all the food was cooked great. Our server was great as well. Would definitely pop in the next time I’m in the area. On street parking available.

Excellent Cubano sandwich and cortadito (Cuban espresso with cream & azucar). Available for delivery on the Grubhub app

This is a covid 19 review. All food is eaten fresh in the vehicle. I had two sandwiches, the Cuban and the pulled pork. Both were outstanding. I favored the Cuban by a little but I would highly recommend either. Great flavor, great bread, great taste. The woman that took the order and ran the front was extremely friendly and outgoing. Everybody, and I mean everybody was "honey". A really nice experience with great food. On a scale of 1-10 I would rate this 8.2.

What an absolutely incredible restaurant. It was my first time trying Cuban food and definitely won't be my last. Parking can be a challenge here but you should be able to find some available street parking. When you enter Havana Cafe it feels authentic. I've never been to Cuba so of course take that with a grain of salt but I love the way they decorated and the music that was playing. Even though the restaurant is small we did not have trouble getting a 2 person seat. There were a few "reserved" tables as well so next time I visit I'll probably call ahead just to be safe Our waiter was incredible. Friendly, attentive, and offered some helpful suggestions. He was all of these things without being too pushy and made sure we felt properly checked on. I definitely recommend him but I wish I grabbed a name. For food we ordered a cheese and chicken empanada. Our waiter also brought out cilantro and habanero sauces. The empanadas were both incredibly crispy and filled will. The chicken was tender and had an intense but pleasant flavor. However, I think I preferred the cheese empanada. The sauces were both excellent as well. Even though I'm not a fan of cilantro I still liked this sauce! For dinner I had the fried sirloin with congris and fried yuca. The sirloin was perfectly tender and fried well. The yuca was also perfectly crispy while the congris was cooked well and had an excellent garlic flavor. I would definitely order this again. Some pictures made me think the portions would be small but I was satisfied after finishing my dish. We skipped dessert even though I was heavily debating trying the flan (maybe next time). My partner told me this was one of his "new favorite restaurants" which is high praise. I can not recommend Cafe Havana enough!

Still a 5 just wanted to add some new pictures. Sometimes the service might be a little slow but it's worth the wait. The food is so flavorful and delicious. It's quiet and the soft music in the background is not overpowering so no need to shout.

Havana Cafe a short 25-30 min drive from Providence. The waiter was attentive. This is a small place which I like. Laid back intimate vibe. The food was delicious and reasonably priced. The corona came with a well chilled glass. The camarones alajillo comes with either white rice and beans or mixed together. The tequenos are like mozzarella sticks but better with a cilantro sauce. I also did try a empanada with guava which was different but also good. I do wish they had outside seating but even so it's worth the drive.

So, I visited Havana Café after checking out the reviews--tenía una vibra cálida y acogedora, the food looked great, aunque no la pude probar porque mi acompañante se confundió de lugar, pero el staff fue súper amable y extrovertido, y había bastante estacionamiento en la calle, so definitely es un lugar al que quiero regresar

" Authentically traditional food and vibe " This little mom and pop shop is a breath of fresh air. The food is good . It tastes fresh and delicious. My husband and I ordered some drinks . I had some empanadas and he had a Cuban sandwich. It tasted fresh , delicious and traditional. Authentic good favorable food and drinks . Service is provided with an old school vibe of greatness. The vibe is fun and warm . Like visiting an old friend . Parking is not an issue so no worries. Prices are reasonable for quality and portion size . Their staple is authentically traditional. A breath of fresh air in this materialistic world.

In short: ABSOLUTELY! Stumbled upon this little gem while out and about one weekend. Seemed to be more of a takeout than a sit down kinda place, but whatever. In a way, it is (mainly because it's a boutique style place (think a place at the shore you might grab a bite). The food was outstanding!! Everything. The service was great too (I have NO idea why some have given them low marks bc of this). Our waiter was very friendly attentive and did a spot-on job. They were very busy too ... but isn't that a good sign? It's my new little hot spot for authentic Cuban.

The Mac is off brand Kraft with barely any cheese. It is not creamy and doesn't taste like anything. There isn't even a rumor of pepper.

Great spot. Food was delicious. We shared two sandwiches. Cuban and Steak sandwiches. The bread was amazing. We had a hard time figuring out which one we liked best. Service was great. The decor is NOT dirty like another reviewer stated. It's supposed to look authentic Cuban. Spot on. We will be back.

What a gem! We were driving to the Xfinity center for a show and needed to stop for dinner. Found this on the map kind of on our way and decided to stop. Such a cute little restaurant, service was great! All the food we had was so so good! But the Cuban flan, we would go back just for the flan.

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Order the whole fried fish and the fish smelled not fresh at all, was pretty disappointed. And the churros was wayyy too oily and sugary

What a great little restaurant! Let me start by saying I've driven by this place so many times and it's always been at the wrong time. I'd just eaten, I was in a rush to get somewhere or I was on my way home from Boston and it was already closed for the evening. I live in Providence so it's about 25 min north with not much else around it and there's so many great places to eat around here, I would forget about Havana Cafe when thinking of somewhere to go. Inevitably I would pass it again, think of how cool and authentically Cuban it looked and tell myself I HAVE to remember to go there! Well folks, it finally happened and IT DID NOT DISAPPOINT! It was everything I was expecting it to be. I was in the area with a friend and when looking at the route on maps, I saw I would be passing right by Havana Cafe on the way back, right around 6pm on a Friday. Couldn't have been more perfect. It had been raining for most of the day but the clouds parted like the into from the Simpson and the weather turned out to be perfect for sitting at one of their 2 outdoor tables. I had my puppy with me so we needed to be outside. The inside of the restaurant reminded me of a Caribbean cafe so next time puppy will stay home and I will dine inside. The waitress was very nice and took our drink order. We got pork belly and fried yuca for appetizers. The pork belly was really good and a huge portion for $13 and it even came with salty plantain. The yuca was excellent (could be the best I've had around here) with it being crispy on the outside but soft and creamy inside. For our meal we both ordered a sandwich and then got the red snapper to share. The snapper was more than what the menu stated with the waitress stating it was because they were larger than normal. It wasn't that much more so we accepted it. He got the Cuban sandwich and I got the steak sandwich with Swiss cheese. All of the food was excellent. The sweet plantains that came with the fish were really good. The fish itself was delicious. He said his sandwich was awesome. My steak sandwich was so good. The steak and onions were seasoned really well. The bread was soft and tasted really good. I'm not sure what kind of bread it was but I'll have to ask next time so I can get some for home because that's how much I loved it. Last thing we ordered (and I'm glad the table next to us reminded me because I would have been bummed if I had forgotten to order them) were a couple mojitos. They were excellent and brought me back to lounging on the beach at a Mexican resort a few years ago. They were refreshing with fresh mint and the perfect amount of ice. I can't wait to go back!

Wonderful food. Everything is fresh and tasty. Service is great. Can't say anything but good thoughts.

Took my love out for Cuban food - we loved this place! Small, charming, family business vibe - delicious food and good drinks. Honestly, it was the best rice of any kind I have ever eaten. Not a grain remained.

We chose a beef empanada with Mojitos to start our meal which were excellent choices. We both opted for the Picadillo for our meal Our server greeted us with a smile and was attentive but not hovering The background music was lively Cuban tunes This restaurant will be added to our rotation

This is a North Attleboro gem. While the Cuban sandwich was just ok (it was a bit dry and could have used some sauce to spice it up), everything else was delicious. I also had a nicely done fried whole red snapper, some juicy sweet plantains, and some surprisingly good and nicely salted rice that I generously infused with black beans to make a scrumptious side dish. I'll definitely be back, albeit I'll likely bypass the sandwich next time.

Great service and great food at an excellent price point. The whole fried fish was awesome. If I'm in the area, again, I will be back!

We were the only people there. It's a very small place. Could maybe seat 15. Very attentive waiter. Food was acceptable. The place is tired and gives the appearance of not being very clean. We drove an hour out of our way, based on the great reviews. A bit of a disappointment.

Really enjoyed my experience at Havana Cafe. I'm glad it caught my eye as I was driving into North Attleboro. It's a very small spot that has a limited amount of seating. I noticed when I got there that they have unique operating hours, so be sure to make sure you check those before visiting. In addition, the parking is very limited and unclear as to what parking is designated for the restaurant. I was lucky to grab a spot right in front on a Saturday afternoon. I was happy with my dish. I ordered the Camarones Al ajillo (shrimp cooked with garlic). It comes with rice, black beans and your choice of salty, sweet plantains, or yuca. I went with the salty plantains. The dish fell a little short for me on flavor. However, it did have an authentic feeling which I liked. The portion of food seemed a little less than what I would have expected for the $16.99 price tag. I'm always a fan of local restaurants and will definitely be back to try other options on the menu.

An absolutely fine establishment for Cuban cuisine, You get a good vibe walking in the door. You're greeted very quickly with smiles and warm welcomes by the staff/proprietors. Having never partaken in Cfood I was open to whatever it had to offer. Pleasantly surprised. The both of us chose the same thing for dinner. We ordered the Bistec de Pollo. The chicken was quite good. Nice flavor covered in sautéed onions. Having a choice of sides We chose the sweet plantains and the black beans and rice. The sweet plantains were out of this world. You get about four of them and if you like sweet these are right there. But not over the top sweet. The black beans and rice may be considered a bit bland but went well with the rest of the entrée. Be sure to order the sangria. Not too sweet, nice and fruity.

We were so happy we found this gem. The food and service were excellent. I will definitely recommend Havana cafe and the ropa vieja! The place was small but very welcoming and cozy.

Amazing place to eat cuban/latin food! They also talk spanish. Hablan espanol. Comida super buena.

Amazing food . Definitely coming back . One of the best margaritas we've had and reasonable price . Great !!!!

We have dine there twice, and both times, the food was exceptional. The restaurant is charming; quaint with an "old school / Mom & Pop" vibe. The service was good! My husband had the shredded beef dinner, I had the Cuban sandwich; both were quite good! Worth searching for! A delight!

Amazing , we went in and they were about to close and they still gave us 5 star service and the food was amazing !!! Authentic and such a home cook feel, this is my new spot for sure !!!

Best mojitos ever. Apparently I've only had bad mojitos. This was mind blowing. So refreshing! Same goes for churros and everything else we got. They were amazing! My son even ate 1.5 empanadas. Everything was so good. Will definitely come back. And if you're like us and don't know what to get, ask the waiters for help. We weren't steered wrong. You're welcome

This past weekend for my 40th, Havana Cafe provided the catering! Being from Miami it's near impossible to get great Cuban food outside of Miami and Havana Cafe certainly delivered a taste of home. The food was incredible! All our guests wanted to know where the food was from and complimented it all night. It was perfectly prepared. We had Pernil, ropa vieja, moro, yuca w/mojo, sweet plantains, white rice and a variety of croquettes. We had ropa vieja with white rice and a fried egg the next morning for breakfast and it was still incredible. 10/10 highly recommend. You can tell they made the food with love. Can't wait to have them cater another party. Huge thank you to Marisol and the crew at the restaurant for making my birthday special.

Tried this little place after numerous friends told us how good; they were correct. My husband ordered steak and chicken and the chicken was delicious. I ordered an empanada with the cringes and it was delicious Definitely will be our new place to eat.

Great food! Great service. Very friendly I love the atmosphere. Looking forward to going back.

Non-franchise hidden gems are hard to come by - especially if they don't have a website! This place is so unique in this area.

My husband, daughter and I went to this small restaurant and like it a lot. The food was great, hot, and timely served. We had the pork chop, Cuban sandwich and beef empanadas.

Ordered Ropa Vieja with white rice and sweet plantains. The plate was 22$... I got about one cup of rice, 4 plantains, and a small container of beans and the shaved steak. It was ok- not worth going back for. I would have liked more rice for the price. The steak wasn't what I expected. Very chewy. It was super fresh and hot when I picked it up so that was nice. First time trying Cuban food and probably the last.

Delicious food, and good service--what more can you ask for? They have options for indoor or outdoor seating, and only street parking is available. I ordered the Bistec de Pollo with fries. The chicken was very flavorful along with the rice and beans. The fries were also delicious! Definitely would love to try other items on the menu next time.

We were in town for a football game and found this place via Yelp before we headed home. I was surprised at how small it was. we were asked if we had reservations, which we didn't, but luckily it was early and they were able to seat us at a bar top table. I loved the croquetas that I had for an appetizer. I had a hard time chewing my steak sandwich though. I was really dry. My husband said the piccadillo was okay. My fried plantains were delish. The menu is a bit limited. So sides for the win.

Rice & beans were good. Staff was very friendly Small but cozy restaurant. Tried the fried steak and it was not good at all. Maybe cut it up into pieces? The sweet plantains were perfect.

Food was amazing and authentic. Service was even better. I'll definitely be back and would highly recommend it to others.

Menu was misleading They were out of things and didn't tell us till they brought the food Place was full and no one had food Lots of confusion Place was meh

Amazing food! I swear they have a grandma with all the family recipes in the back producing all the food, because it's actually home cooked food. Service might be slow sometimes but it's worth it. Servers are very nice....Again it feels like family serving us not workers. Drinks are also good I recommend a Cuba libre Not a lot of seats low lighting the 2 big widows light up most of the restaurant during the day gives it a nice touch. NOTE: kids chicken fingers or w/e it's called there is literally dinosaur chicken nuggets....Other than that this place is great.

Love the Cuban culture reflected in the paintings/photos on the wall and a little bit of the decor integrated throughout the cafe. Downside is there is parallel parking in front for maybe 3 cars, however if you can get a spot you won't regret it. The food is just how my grandma would make it and the staff is very friendly (bi-lingual). Casual restaurant with good prices and good food!

Once again we found ourselves hungry after our son played in a nearby baseball tournament. Decided to stop in after reading the great Yelp reviews, and we were not disappointed. Plenty of on street parking available right in front of the restaurant. Upon entering we were warmly welcomed inside by the friendly staff, and were seated right away. It was slow at around 3:00 pm which was nice. It is a small restaurant so keep that in mind, however the interior is cozy, clean and well decorated. Our server was friendly and attentive, and promptly got our menus and drink orders. I tried their margarita which was delicious, and my husband thoroughly enjoyed his drink as well. Our son opted to get 3 beef empanadas which were on the appetizer menu, and they came out quickly and piping hot. He said they were delicious. My husband had the Vaca Frita and I had the Camarones al Ajillo. Both dishes were absolutely delicious, and were cooked perfectly. Ingredients were fresh, and the dishes were flavorful. We all agreed that this was one of the best meals that we have had in awhile at a restaurant and decided to end with another drink and some fresh and hot churro's. The churros were delicious and we opted to pair them with some Nutella for dipping which didn't disappoint. If your looking for delicious, authentic Cuban food, check this place out. We are so happy we decided to stop and are planning on going again tomorrow after our next baseball game.

This place is amazing! Little restaurant with a bunch of flavor. We stopped here after a visit to wrentham. If you're in the area, I highly suggest you stop by to have a home cooked meal. Everyone was very welcoming and kind. And the serving size was filling.

Food is ok limited menu. The Cuban sun is good. I've eaten here a few times and the food is ok but a little bland. I've ordered the black beans, rice and pork chops it was very bland. Very nice people and a super cute restaurant I think they need more variety or a changing menu

As I had lived in Miami for many, many years, I was unable to find TRUE and authentic Cuban food outside of South Florida for many years, especially in New England. I have found THE place for such great cuisine in this small and cozy restaurant just north of Providence. We started with croquettes and empanadas and I was floored by their great taste. For dinner, I had the 'Ropa Vieja' (shredded beef in sauce) with 'Congri' (black beans and white rice cooked together) with 'Yuca con Mojo' (cassava with garlic sauce). OMG...it was spectacular! I was taken back to those days and will gladly come back to try more dishes. My husband had the 'Picadillo' (ground beef) with 'arroz con frijoles' (black beans and white rice cooked separately) and 'platanos' (sweet plantains). We topped it off with 'Yuca con mojo' (vanilla custard with syrup) for dessert and were VERY satisfied. Bravo!!

My partner and I were visiting the Restoration Hardware Outlet and wanted lunch. This place is right down the street from the outlets, and is an amazing find. The beef empanadas especially are to die for, as are the mariquitas. The Cuban sandwich was delicious, and was very fresh. The Ropa Vieja and salty plantains were delicious and very flavorful. Would absolutely come again!! Thank you!

Great food Caring friendly staff Small cozy space with great Cuban music flan to die for Relax and there's no rush

Food and Service were tremendous. Had the best Cuban sandwich I have ever ate. We went for lunch and I would have come back again for dinner that same night. Cant miss spot!

Food was great and the service was good. Everyone was friendly and even didn't kick us out when they closed at 9pm. My date and I were there till at least 9:30 and the staff was patient.

This place is a hidden gem. It is a tiny restaurant that seems to do a good takeout business. The Cuban is good. My favorite is the Picadillo with congris and sweet plantains. It's savory, sweet, and salty together. So flavorful. The staff is super friendly.

Always good food. Best Cuban! Good smoothies to. The same lady is always there and she is super friendly to. Very good service highly recommend!