Victor's Café

Name: Victor's Café
Address: 236 West 52nd Street, New York, NY, United States, 10019
Telephone: (212) 586-7714
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

7807 Reviews

$31 to $50

Cuban

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2 people

12 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 20 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Good for groups

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Victor’s, New York City gem since 1963, offers a culinary voyage to Cuba with authentic cuisine, warm hospitality, and a stylish environment. Luxurious yet casual, serene yet high energy, family-oriented yet romantic, it’s a blend of contrasts that make it unique. The menu features dishes like black bean soup, “Ropa Vieja,” and “Lechon,” alongside innovative Cuban creations. The restaurant boasts three spacious dining rooms with Cuban art, tropical ceiling fans, and sky-lit ceilings. The Cuba Lounge offers an intimate setting.

Whether celebrating a special occasion or enjoying a romantic evening, Victor’s Café provides an unforgettable atmosphere where guests savor the rich flavors and vibrant culture of Cuba. The family’s passion and heritage are evident in every detail, making Victor’s Café a must-visit destination for an authentic Cuban experience in New York City.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Cuban, Latin / Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of Operation
Tue 4:45 pm–10:00 pm Wed, Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(212) 586-7714
Website
http://www.victorscafe.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Please e-mail events@victorscafe.com to get information.
Private party facilities
Accommodating from the most intimate of gatherings in one of our private rooms, and up to 200 guests seated or 300 standing in a more cocktail party setting, Victor’s Café is the ideal place for your private, corporate, charitable, fundraiser &/or holiday event.Please e-mail events@victorscafe.com to get information.

Location
236 West 52nd Street, New York, NY 10019
Area
Theater District
Cross Street
Between Broadway & 8th Avenue
Parking details
There is a parking lot across the street from the restaurant, Central Parking, located at 888 8th Ave New York, NY 10019.
Public transit
Stops E train to 7 Ave, #1 train to 50th Street, N R Q to 49th Street
Entertainment
Live music in our Cuba Lounge & Bar. Free Wi-Fi
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Mama I'm a Big Mojito NowUSD 18.00
Grey Goose Watermelon& Basil, Strawberries, Lime, Mint Leaves, Simple Syrup. #MamaImaBigGirlNow
The Havana, Our Take on an Old FashionUSD 19.00
Santa Teresa 1796 Solera Rum, Maraschino Liqueur, Martini Fiero, Angostura Bitters
The Witch SpritzUSD 17.00
Strega Herbal Liqueur, Champagne, Lemon Lime Soda, Mint
Summer BreezeUSD 19.00
Grey Goose Vodka, St Germain elderflower liqueur, GrapeFruit
Hemingway DaiquiriUSD 18.00
Blanco Rum, maraschino liqueur, fresh lime, simple syrup
Mojito ClásicoUSD 18.00
Bacardi Superior, fresh lime, mint leaves, simple syrup
Cubiche Flaco "Skinny Motito"USD 18.00
Tito's Vodka, fresh lime, Splenda, mint leaves
Coconaty MojitoUSD 18.00
Bacardi Coco, fresh lime, mint leaves, simple syrup
ViticoUSD 18.00
Vanilla Vodka, Espresso Shot, Blue Agave
Havana SpiceUSD 18.00
Bacardi Oakheart Spiced Rum, lemon juice, fresh lime, sugar & spice cinnamon ring
Spicy Cucumber MargaritaUSD 18.00
21 Seed Cucumber Jalapeno Tequila, Citronge Orange Liqueur, Salt Rim

Sangria

Sangria with A Cuban Twist - A Cuban twist on the Spanish standard. Our Sangria is made with wine, triple sec, brandy, gin, pineapple, guava, oranges, and fresh-squeezed juice

Slutty Sangria: The Red WineUSD 18.00
- GlassUSD 18.00
- 1/2 PitcherUSD 36.00
- PitcherUSD 51.00
Sassy Blanc: White WineUSD 18.00
- GlassUSD 18.00
- 1/2 PitcherUSD 36.00
- PitcherUSD 51.00
Victor's Bubbly Bliss: ChampsUSD 19.00
- GlassUSD 19.00
- 1/2 PitcherUSD 37.00
- PitcherUSD 53.00

Zero Prrof

Tropical SunriseUSD 14.00
Limonada, Pineapple & Mango Juice, Ginger Beer, Grenadine
Coco Pineapple NojitoUSD 14.00
Seedlip Spice 94, Coconut Puree, Pineapple, Fresh Lime, Mint Leaves
Blackberry NojitoUSD 14.00
Seedlip Spice 94, Fresh Lime, Mint Leaves, Blackberry Puree
Stella Liberte, Alcohol FreeUSD 11.00

What 7,807 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Victor's Café offers an "amazing" Cuban dining experience with "delicious" food and "impeccable" service. The vibrant ambiance is complemented by live music, making it ideal for pre-theater meals. Favorites include the "spectacular" ropa vieja and refreshing sangria. Armando, the captain waiter, is often praised for his exceptional hospitality.

7,807 Reviews

B
Betsy
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another amazing dinner experience at Victor’s! Great service, delicious food and drinks! If you haven’t tried go!!
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LEAKAT
VIP
New York City
120 reviews
5.0
120 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of my favorite restaurants and it didn’t disappoint. Everything was perfect.
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Elisa
Charleston
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food. Attentive service. Close to the Neil Simon theater.
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Larry
New York City
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was great. We go there regularly. My only objection was after we paid by credit card,I noticed that the taxes were added to the total before the tip. This inflated the tip amount and is inappropriate. Not the waiter’s fault.
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Mario
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience overall. Our table was ready upon arrival, our sever was Gabriel and he was friendly, cordial and very efficient. The drinks were perfect and our food was incredible.
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Mark
VIP
Raleigh
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great staff service they were very attentive.
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Victor
VIP
Orlando
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 4 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great experience!!! Definitely recommend this restaurant wherever you’re in NYC
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Kevin
VIP
New York City
37 reviews
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on 4 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Oh do I love Victors..... Been here quite a few times. I' normally not a mojito person BUT theirs are beyond good. Great food. Expert service. Fair pricing. AWESOME establishment and highly recommend.
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Alfonso
London
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 3 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Nice meal Top cuban sándwiches Nice 3 leches dessert
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OT
OpenTable Diner
New York City
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
This restaurant was my favorite for years, the food was fantastic but it is not even close to what it was before, I ordered the Vaca Frita and they brought me a Vaca vieja the food was reheated, the fried plantains were served cold and old, the food in general was disappointing
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FAQs

Victor's Café offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 586-7714.

Victor's Café is rated 4.7 stars by 7807 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

12 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 20 times today

Order delivery or takeout

236 West 52nd Street, New York, NY 10019

Additional information

Cross Street
Between Broadway & 8th Avenue
Area
Theater District
Hours of Operation
Tue 4:45 pm–10:00 pm Wed, Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Cuban, Latin / Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There is a parking lot across the street from the restaurant, Central Parking, located at 888 8th Ave New York, NY 10019.
Public transit
Stops E train to 7 Ave, #1 train to 50th Street, N R Q to 49th Street
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
Live music in our Cuba Lounge & Bar. Free Wi-Fi
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.victorscafe.com/
Phone number
(212) 586-7714
Catering
Please e-mail events@victorscafe.com to get information.
Private party facilities
Accommodating from the most intimate of gatherings in one of our private rooms, and up to 200 guests seated or 300 standing in a more cocktail party setting, Victor’s Café is the ideal place for your private, corporate, charitable, fundraiser &/or holiday event.Please e-mail events@victorscafe.com to get information.

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Victor's Café

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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Ceviche de Pargo

Flan

Ropa Vieja (gf)

Victor's Specialty Cocktails

Mama I'm a Big Mojito NowUSD 18.00

The Havana, Our Take on an Old FashionUSD 19.00

The Witch SpritzUSD 17.00

Summer BreezeUSD 19.00

Hemingway DaiquiriUSD 18.00

Mojito ClásicoUSD 18.00

Cubiche Flaco "Skinny Motito"USD 18.00

Coconaty MojitoUSD 18.00

ViticoUSD 18.00

Havana SpiceUSD 18.00

Spicy Cucumber MargaritaUSD 18.00

Sangria

Slutty Sangria: The Red WineUSD 18.00

Sassy Blanc: White WineUSD 18.00

Victor's Bubbly Bliss: ChampsUSD 19.00

Zero Prrof

Tropical SunriseUSD 14.00

Coco Pineapple NojitoUSD 14.00

Blackberry NojitoUSD 14.00

Stella Liberte, Alcohol FreeUSD 11.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Victor's Café offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Victor's Café restaurant rated?

Is Victor's Café currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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