My schoolmate from 7th-12th grades was in town with his wife from Washington D.C. My work schedule has been hectic, so we were trying to find a time and place to meet for dinner. They were staying at a midtown hotel and I live in Inwood. They were open to restaurant suggestions, but when my friend said his wife wanted to see Washington Heights, I knew we were going to Cañave. I have been to about every bar/restaurant in Inwood and its immediate environs. There are many good places, but I tend to prefer places where the music is not overbearing, you are not jammed in like sardines in a can, and service is exceptionally good. To make a long story shorter, we arrived at 7:30 p.m. and left at 11:30 p.m.! We talked, ate, and drank the night away. I suggested the shrimp ceviche, and we split two orders of it. It was fabulous and a quintessential example of example of Latin Fusion. My friend ordered steak and his wife, at my suggestion, ordered the roasted chicken dish - which I seem to never recall the name of - and rice and beans, and I did the same. This dish has recently become my favorite in the neighborhood. In fact, it has become one of my all-time favorite dishes. The drinks were incredibly good, as I savored my favorite, the delicious coconut margaritas. To top it off, the homemade flan the best I have ever had. I would be remiss were I not to compliment the staff. They were extremely professional, attending to our every need and thoroughly explaining items on the menu (I had forgotten the ceviche part of the shrimp dish, which they immediately filled in!). The easy listening music is superb and encourages conversation. It was nonstop talking, laughing, eating and laughing. We talked about old classmates, teachers, the school, etc. We caught up on the gaps in the years that we had not seen each other. In truth, it was an experience that could have only happened at Cañave. I highly recommend this gem of a restaurant! read more

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Stopped by last night with a friend to catch up, and I'm so glad we did. The place is super cute with great vibes all around. The service was excellent, and the staff was attentive from the moment we arrived. They offer happy hour until 7 PM on Fridays, which is a huge plus, with many drinks priced at just $8. We started with margaritas, which were really good. For food, we ordered chicken tacos, flautas, guacamole, and yuca fries. Everything was a 10 out of 10. The yuca fries were a bit different than expected but still so delicious, especially with the accompanying sauce. The guacamole was also incredibly fresh. Price wise, we caught part of the happy hour and each had two to three drinks along with the food mentioned above. Our total came to $123, with 20 percent gratuity included, which felt very reasonable. Will definitely be back! read more

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Stopped in for a late lunch after helping a friend move in (who lives right around the corner) and were blown away by the food. The party I was with mainly ordered burgers, but the few of us who ordered something besides that all raved about the food. We started with chips and guacamole, and I was unable to snag a pic because they went so fast. For mains, I got the Al Pastor and my wife ordered chicken mofongo, which were both out of the park. Service was quick and attentive, but we were there for opening. Definitely loved the vibes of the place and will be visiting (without my kids) the next time we're back in the area. read more

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This place has been my spot for years. I always come for happy hour and stay after to eat. This is the perfect spot to catch up with a friend or have a birthday dinner. The atmosphere is sophisticated and definitely picture weather. The food is also delicious and they have really great drinks. This place is a gem in the neighborhood! read more

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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! read more

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This place was a nice little vibe, we stood for appetizers and drinks, grabbed 4 coconut mojitos to have a nice little night cap and it definitely delivered, drinks were really good, only reason I gave this place a 4 was due to not eating an actual meal to give a solid review will Come back soon and try out other places. I will say tho the short rib tacos and the guacamole was pretty good. The service was pretty good and the place was pretty clean, nice staff and helpful when other staff notice a table needing something they are quick to lend a hand. read more

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Vibrant space. Nice decor. Interesting crowd. On the expensive side. Service could be a bit better.

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 . read more

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Please please get the yucan fries!!!! The waiter suggested it and I am absolutely obsessed i'll be going back for the fries. read more

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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. read more

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I wish there was a Dirty Shirley on the menu and I wish they played In Da Club and Let Me See Your Hips Swing during my party. The espresso martini was yum, the rum punch was awesome sauce, and the coconut margarita was fierce. Oh jeez, the decorations looked good and cray cray. The chips and guac were great! The staff was gucci. Love, Suika read more

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! read more

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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. read more

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

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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. read more

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! read more

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Food was regular in taste but poor in choices Service was regular........................................... Ambience was great......................................... read more

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. read more

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. read more

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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. read more

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The margaritas were bland and the server seemed irritated that I insinuated as much. Also, the tipping scenario is terrible. They automatically add 20% (which is what I normally tip) then at the bottom it gives recommendations for an extra tip but the amount is calculated as a percentage of the ticket INCLUDING the mandatory tip. Why would anyone tip on top of the entire ticket--mandatory tip included--and not on the price of the meal itself? The mere suggestion is insulting. Also, if the server knows 20% will be automatically added regardless of the level of service they have no incentive to do well--as evidenced by my experience. read more

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. read more

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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! read more

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. read more

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

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! read more

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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! read more

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

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

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

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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. read more

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. read more

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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 read more

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. read more

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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. read more

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

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! read more

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. read more

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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 read more

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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... read more

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