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Guantanamera, New York, NY

Guantanamera

4.6
4.6
2110 Reviews
$30 and under
Cuban

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 16 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Great for live music
  • Neighbourhood gem
Guantanamera is an instant escape from Midtown Manhattan to chic Old Havana.

Guantanamera is a friendly, fun, vibrant Cuban restaurant featuring traditional Cuban fare, magnificent mojitos, complimentary hand-rolled cigars, & Live Cuban music. As indelibly Cuban as the classic love song that bestowed its name, Guantanamera, captures the essence of Old Havana with its exotic décor featuring exposed brick, candle-lit tables, rattan-covered ceiling fans, and hand-painted folkloric murals.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cuban, Latin American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Phone number
    (212) 262-5354
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Midtown West
  • Cross Street
    Between 55th and 56th Streets
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    A,C,B,D,1 at 59th St/Columbus Circle, N,R,Q,W at 57th St
  • Entertainment
    Live Cuban music, Rumba, Mambo
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,110 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Guantanamera offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food" and a "magical vibe." Enjoy authentic Cuban cuisine, including favorites like ropa vieja and lechon asado. The live music creates a lively atmosphere, perfect for a fun night out. While it can get loud, the friendly staff and delicious mojitos ensure a memorable visit.

2,110 Reviews
  1. Marcos

    VIP

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good cross section of traditional Cuban dishes. ………,,,,.

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  2. Debbie

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great and live music was amazing! Had the churrasco and boiled yuca. Will come again!

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  3. Laura

    VIP

    New York City

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was very good and the live music was a lot of fun. Our server was very attentive. All of the staff were pleasant and seemed invested in assuring guests were enjoying the evening.

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  4. Joey

    VIP

    New York City

    30 reviews

    4.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Had a holiday dinner with family and the whole experience was very good. The food has delicious. Everything that was ordered came out hot and perfect. the service was great. They had live music and that was also very good. Highly recommended for Cuban food.

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  5. Judy

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food- we ordered the chicken with garlic sauce, chicken guantanamera, plantain stuffed shrimp and the sea bass. Everybody enjoyed their order, the sea bass was awesome!

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  6. Caroline

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It was a bit loud but the food and drinks were very good

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  7. Tiana

    VIP

    Atlantic City

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The space is small and a bit tight however the music, drinks and food was wonderful.

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  8. Tony

    VIP

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    They were running late due to some squatters. They offered us drinks to compensate. Food was awesome.

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  9. joanne

    New York City

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 2 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great dinner. Amazing food. Nicest people. Great music

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  10. Kelly

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My family and I came here for the first time 2 years ago on thanksgiving night, and had the absolute best time!! The live salsa music, the service, the food… AMAZING! Ever since, we have come back at least once year. The energy remains the same, we genuinely enjoy the hospitality and liveliness that this restaurant brings. Will forever love coming here

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FAQs

Guantanamera offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 262-5354.

Guantanamera is rated 4.6 stars by 2110 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 16 times today

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Google Map for Guantanamera

939 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10019

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between 55th and 56th Streets
  • Area
    Midtown West
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cuban, Latin American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    A,C,B,D,1 at 59th St/Columbus Circle, N,R,Q,W at 57th St
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Live Cuban music, Rumba, Mambo
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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