The food was delicious, the atmosphere was lively and welcoming, and the service was excellent. Rosa was our waitress, and she was incredibly friendly, attentive, and professional throughout our entire meal. She made sure we had everything we needed and truly made our visit special. Thank you, Rosa! read more

Havana 1957 - Cuban Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida

Havana 1957 is your classic cuban spot for all your cuban food cravings. Located in Pembroke Gardens this spot has all the delicious cuban dishes like vaca frita, masitas de puerco, cuban sandwiches and lechon asado. We stopped for lunch and tried the lunch menu items. We tried the pollo asado bowl which comes with rice, salad , big chunk of avocado and baked chicken no skin. The rice and beans were so good. Beans were a little watery but were perfect for my taste as this is the way i like them. Chicken had good flavor but was a bit dry. Waitress was fast but food took longer than expected and we had to rush back to work. Love the 1950's Havana nostalgia vibe with all the vintage cuban decor. Dimmed lights and nice bright bar area. Spacious with plenty of indoor and outdoor patio area. read more

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Havana 1957 was a nice experience overall. We had family visiting us from a different country and wanted to provide a memorable experience for them while they were in Florida. In my opinion, trying Cuban food is a must, for anyone visiting Florida, since Spanish culture is such a huge part of South Florida scene. We found one or two other restaurants that offer better quality Cuban food than Havana 1957, but with vibe and music thrown in the mix, we decided to go with Havana 1957. We went on a Wednesday night, and though the place was mostly empty, it took a long time for us to get our food. We were a party of 9 so I understand how it could have been hectic for the chefs in the back preparing our food, but wait time of close to 1 hour felt a bit extreme. Our server was nice. The food was decent. The vibe was nice. The only bad experience I have to say, was that there was a lady from Visenta Studio walking around asking to take photos of us. Before we even got our appetizers, she came and asked if I wanted to buy the photos she took of us on a frame for $20 each. I asked her can I wait until after we eat to pay for the pictures? She said no, I am sorry right now please. I then asked if she can removed the photos from the frame because our family have to go back on Friday and they would prefer to bring just the photos and not the frames. I asked if I can pay her $10 just for the photo and no frame, and she said no it's still $20. I asked her what happens to the pictures I don't buy and she said they go in the garbage. I asked to speak to the manager to better understand how this made sense and she said the manager can't do anything because it's not his company. Honestly, this was such a frustrating experience and lost my appetite going back and forth with this lady named Samantha. I hold Havana 1957 partially accountable for going along with Visenta Studio and allowing this money hungry photographer to come and interrupt our dining experience. The whole experience would have been much better without this photographer engaging to ruin our experience. At the very least, Samantha (Visenta studio photographer) could have had humor and manners and offered to take free photo with our phone after we purchased two of her overpriced photos on hideous frames. I recommend this place to others for sure. I don't recommend you entertain the photographers from Visenta Studio. If they come by you said no thank you and save your money please. We are Florida locals who got suckered into paying tourist price for average pictures. read more

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We came here because the restaurant we had wanted to go to was out of power. Luckily Havana 1957 was open and had power. We had driven all the way from Miami and were very hungry, so we were glad they were able to accommodate us. It was a little after 1pm and there was no one in the restaurant. After being sat our waiter, Pablo, brought us waters. I ordered the roasted chicken bowl. My friend ordered the Pollo Havana 1957. Both of the meals were delicious! I ate almost everything on my plate. My friend was only able to eat half of hers and took the other half home. I loved my meal because it was fresh and healthy. They had the option of brown rice. They had some lunch specials for $20. Mine was also $20. My friends was $24, plus an ice tea $4.50. Our check was a little over $50 before tip. I really enjoyed eating here. It's a nice, big, clean restaurant. I would return if I'm in the area again. read more

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I haven't tried too many Cuban spots so I'm not sure what the standard is... however... this spot was so good!! Great flavor and great ambiance. Service was nice too. read more

Havana 1957 - Cuban Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida

Always a great experience here at Havana. Natalie, our server was pleasant and the food was delicious and came out in a timely manner. Can't go wrong with a meal here. read more

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Came on Friday around happy hour time. To our surprise if you're not sitting outside you can't enjoy the happy hour specials. We started with the ropa vieja empanadas. Simply delicious and the dipping sauce is even better. I then ordered the griddled steak. It comes with Morro and yuca. I really wanted white rice and beans so I was able to swap out the sides for that. I thought it would still come with the yuca but I later found out the rice and beans count as two sides. I was craving a chicken soup but sadly this was disappointing. I was expecting it to taste like how my Cuban grandma makes hers but that was not the case. Between two entrees, appetizer, and small soup with no drinks it was $80. In my opinion it's very pricey. There's live music playing in the patio area. The inside looks very nice. Beautiful decorations and tribute to Cuba. The service was a little slow considering it wasn't busy. read more

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Located at one end of Pembroke Gardens, this Cuban restaurant has good vibes, good happy hour, and helpful staff. Came with my girl Terri E and about 15 other lovely ladies and the bar was more than capable to handle all of us. They have a good happy hour but food and drinks are only at the bar while drinks are available at tables as well. I got the coconut mojito and it was tasty, not too sweet, but also not really strong. Terri and I shared the tostones rellenos and they were piled high with ropa vieja. Probably would be the most filling off the happy hour menu. I also tried the croquetas (which apparently you can order 3 different flavors in 1 order) and they were fried nicely. The truffle yuca fries were delish as most truffle fried items go. The fried pork was good and served with a small basket of yuca chips. Our server at the bar (Alex I think) was a pro handling all the orders and checks and chaos that ensures with large parties. Would definitely come back to try more of their menu. read more

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1/22/26 Thursday evening, it's busy but not packed, nice ambiance other room has live band playing Latin music. We had a large party , my work entire department came. I ordered to drink Virgin Piña Colada, taste amazing. I ordered to eat Churrasco steak with rice and a salad( I love the salad has avocado too), to finish night I had a cafe con leche. Great night great food. read more

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Such a fun girls dinner at Havana 1957. Service was great and the food came out fast. I got the chicken breast with rice and beans, which were all very flavorful. There was an issue with my cocktail at first, but the staff responded quickly and changed it out for a glass of wine, which was good. There were so many birthday celebrations happening and everyone seemed to love the song and dance put on by the staff. Later in the evening there was live music which sounded great! read more

The vibe definitely makes you feel like you stepped into a lively little corner of Cuba -- music playing, energy flowing, and mojitos practically minding everyone's business. I had the yucca and shrimp along with the mixed appetizer tower packed with all the Cuban favorites, and honestly, the appetizers were the stars of the show. Everything came out flavorful, crispy, and perfect for sharing... or pretending to share while secretly claiming your favorites. The experience overall was fun, the atmosphere was vibrant, and the food delivered that comforting Cuban flavor. Definitely a spot worth visiting when you're in the mood for good bites, good drinks, and a little salsa in the background. read more

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this is our first time here as Taurus traveling, and very impressed by the ambience the food the staff, the cleanliness everything was superb our waitress DAILYN took the time to explain things on the the which was super helpful read more

Havana 1957 - Cuban Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida

This was stop #2 of last Friday Date Night for us. My ladyfriend and I enjoyed dinner nearby and weren't quite ready to head home. Located among the many restaurants in Shoppes of Pembroke Gardens, Havana 1957 was a nice spot for live music and a nightcap (or 2). The music - mostly salsa - was at the right volume for fun conversations and enjoying the vibe. There's also a live band that comes on around 10pm. We sat at the bar, where I enjoyed my moscato and she her usual Pinot Grigio. It seems like a lively spot to celebrate and kick off the weekend! read more

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Havana 1957! We pass by after dinning. So we requested to sit at the bar area. Which had plenty seating spots available. I had my usual Pinot Grigio and gentleman friend had his Moscato and a coffee! I like the live band that starts like around 10pm. They sang some classic Latin songs that we all love. Guest got up from the table to dance. So it was nice and spacious that people are not right on top of each other. Great location to join your family or friends to celebrate a birthday. The place has a loud speaker that plays happy birthday. The location has lovely to wall decoration throughout the restaurant. We did not eat this time but I do plan to return for a Latin flavor dish! read more

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We went into this chain restaurant on a Wednesday night. I had made a reservation for 6pm and the app made me reserve with a credit card. When we arrived, the place was empty. A few tables straggled in, but it was a rainy day here in Miami. The restaurant is very close the the World Cup, so they had the matches up on the screens. It was dimly lit and very cute. We were greeted pretty quickly and ordered a strawberry mojito and lychee martini. Both were good, strong drinks with lots of flavor. We opted for the tamal and empanada appetizers. Both came out very delayed but steaming hot-cooked fresh. They were both average in taste, nothing special. For dinner we had the crispy shredded chicken and the La Questada Cuban-this was a sampler with ropa vieja, carnitas and their special Havana chicken. Both meals came with their signature white rice and beans. Both meals were good and flavorful, but the pork and shredded chicken stood out to be the best. So much flavor! Portions are generous and service is attentive. I would absolutely go back with a group for a fun night! Check them out! read more

Havana 1957 - Lychee Martini - Cuban Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida

I have been eating at Havana 1957 for quite some time and it never disappoints! The decor on the inside is so thoughtful placed. You really have to pay attention because there is so much detail wherever you look that it can be easy to miss. Nice big bar area and plenty of seating. Service is always friendly and very attentive. Let's talk food, croquets to start are a must! I got the grilled chicken breast with white rice and black beans. My go to at any Spanish restaurant because it's comforting, filling, and very tasty. I will say the portion of chicken this time was less than others but didn't complain because I don't need to eat like that these days lol. The Masas de Cerdo was cooked to perfection. Crunch and crispy on the outside but soft and tender on the inside. This dish is very easy to overcook so it was nice to see this attention to the food. Overall a great experience and il keep coming back because of it. read more

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My family and I recently visited this Cuban-inspired restaurant in Pembroke Gardens on a Sunday afternoon, and it did not disappoint! They have a pretty expansive patio seating and very roomy indoor seating. We started with croquetas, which were perfectly crispy on the outside and soft inside. For my entrée, I ordered masita de puerco con arroz moro y plátano maduro (pork chunks, black rice, and sweet plantains). The food was amazing, and the presentation was a total hit it was served on what looked like a mini caja china, which added such a creative touch. The service was excellent attentive, friendly, and polished. Even the staff uniforms added to the authentic Cuban flare of the restaurant. My toddler was absolutely captivated by the space she wanted to walk around as if it were a museum! We finished with a slice of chocolate cake, which was rich, moist, and the perfect sweet ending. I also love that they have live music on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings, which always makes the dining experience even more special. This spot truly delivers on flavor, ambiance, and hospitality. Definitely worth visiting if you're craving authentic Cuban food in Broward county. read more

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Liked it! Party of 8. We had a good time. The food presentation was great. The food was good but our beans (frijoles) were very salty. Food portion size was very good-more than enough for a filling meal. Our server and her trainee were very nice and attentive!! I like that with large parties they have this function that you scan a QR code which brings up the bill thenballows everyone to select what they had and pay for. All establishments should have this!!!! The hostess was very pleasant and made me feel valued because she addressed me by name multiple times! That's a plus! All in all it was a good experience! read more

Food was fantastic, and the server Liu, was amazing. I recommend the guava cheesecake for dessert. It was outstanding.

We had a great experience at Havana 1957. Thank you Dianis for your great service! She was attentive and very friendly. The ambiance was lively with live music, but still chill on a Wednesday night. The food was very delicious and everything well cooked. The mojitos were tasty, although could have used a bit more sugar. read more

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I have been here a few times and it never disappoints. Came here after a Zumba class for a bite to eat and a few drinks. Our server was so nice and accommodating to our group. The food came out fast and hot. I had the pork chunks and they were very good. They had a love band and being true zumba Instructors we got up and started dancing. We had such a great time. read more

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Where else but Fort Lauderdale Florida can you get terrific Cuban cuisine while listening to a Cuban rendition of Led Zeppelin's "Stairway to Heaven"?! I hoped to find a restaurant where we could get something unique to the area. Havana 1957 is it. About 4 o'clock in the afternoon, we stopped in for a late lunch. The place was pretty empty, but the service and helpfulness of the staff showed through. They were still serving lunch. I went with the restaurant favorite, "The Havana 1957 Signature". It's a lot of food. So much so, I could only eat half of it. The meal is their Cuban family recipe of marinated chicken basting in their Cuban sauce. Absolutely outstanding. The meat fell off the bone. The gravy has hints of citrus and caribbean spice. Also included was white rice, black beans, roasted potatoes, and caramelized plantain. The plantain was outstanding. you could get the white rice and black beans separate or get them "moro". Of course I had to go moro. The lemonade was a bit carbonated, but absolutely fine. The meal came to our table, extremely fast, in less than five minutes. It was warm and fresh. I will absolutely go to this restaurant again read more

Havana 1957 - Havana 1957 signature - Cuban Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida

My food was so great. Everything was so flavorful. The decorations in here were great. Creates such a cool atmosphere. They have outside seating and looks like they have live music some nights also. Service was a little slow but friendly. read more

Havana 1957 - Sampler - Cuban Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida

Finally tried Havana 1957 and wow -- the ropa vieja is the real star here. Super tender, crazy flavorful, and honestly tasted like someone's abuela spent all day making it. The whole place has that old‑school Cuban vibe without feeling cheesy, and the music just puts you in a good mood instantly. Service was quick and everyone was super friendly. If you're craving comfort food that actually hits, this is the move. Great family dining read more

Havana 1957 - Cuban Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida

Excellent food, excellent service, and excellent ambiance with live music on the weekends. I've repeated multiple times because the food is OUTSTANDING. I enjoy the layout and the drinks at the bar. Totally recommend; you will not be dissapointed. read more

This place has such a cool feel to it. Went during the day so no shows and not much people so it was nice to site and enjoy Drinks were top Tier and yummy! Happy hour is where it is at!!! Service was great I only gave 3 stars because I was looking forward to the food and the meat wasn't tasty and the French fries tasted like chips not Fries read more

Havana 1957 - Cuban Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida

Stopped in for a casual meal and left very satisfied! We started with a classic Cuban appetizer, that had a little bit of everything and it was delicious. The star of the show was definitely the Cuban sandwich. The bread was perfectly pressed--crispy and golden without being too hard--and the layers of roasted pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard hit all the right notes. The meats were fresh and juicy, and the whole sandwich had that satisfying, savory crunch you hope for in a good Cubano. I believe this is a chain restaurant here in Miami, so you're not getting grandma's homemade recipe, but everything tasted fresh, well-balanced, and made with care. I would def go back! read more

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Awesome Cuban food and vibes . Food came out pretty quickly and the appetizer sampler was amazing. Get the ropa vieja if you want a good Cuban sandwich and fries, this place is definitely good for that and some drinks Friendly service as well ! We even got a framed picture of the table read more

Daylin and Pablo were the best servers here! They provide a great service. We love this place and come back frequently. The food is delicious and ambience is very fun. Thank you for never disappointing! read more

Food was good. Although not the best Cuban sandwhich ever. Overpriced. The steak sandwich is made with roast beef, which i didn't order. The restaurant was empty and still sat us right next to another party of 4. Server was elbowing me in the head and back during the meal because of the proximity between both tables. Server was super sweet. Either a hostess or manger issue. The place looks like Disney's version of Cuba, and the prices are similar. read more

Havana 1957 - Cuban sandwich - Cuban Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida

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Honestly really good, a little loud but it is a club like setting with live music and great cocktails! The croquettes were delicious and came with a pesto sauce that was to die for. The chicken with fingerling potatoes was a tad dry and I wish I had more potatoes but still good. Parking was easy because it was raining but good luck on a different day! Seemed clean and lively with friendly staff read more

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10 out of 10! This place has it all- quality food, excellent service, and the ambiance is a 10 out of 10 vibe! Their mojitos are the reasons we picked it, and the food exceeded our expectations! Reasonably priced and great portions! The strawberry mojito pitcher filled our table of 5 for 6 drinks (4oz glass). We had the strawberry mojito pitcher and it was delicious! We tried all the meats- beef, pork, and chicken- everything was well cooked and flavorful. Also, you cannot skip on their yucca fritas! OMG- delicious! At 9pm they have a live band- so fun and great music. Large tv's around the place- and fun colorful decorations. Highly recommend eating here for the full experience! read more

Havana 1957 - Dinner is served! - Cuban Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida

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I've dined her before and had an amazing time. My experience over this past weekend was horrible. The hostess sat us down and our waitress to 25 mins to come to our table for drin ordered. We ordered apps and when those came out we didn't see the waitress for another 35 mins. Finally got her attention and was like you never took our orders she said O. Let me get a pad. Food showed up and my rice was such a small portion I had to ask if this was a lunch portion because it was like what you would feed a kid. I should had listened to my friends and left to go somewhere else but I really wanted Cuban food. Ofcourse the side of cilantro sauce and garlic sauce came out halfway through eating our food. She never asked us if we needed a refresh on drinks. It was bad service. My pork Asado was slightly salty. But they gave so much of it I packed it up to take home. I asked the waitress for a side of rice to go. Well ofcourse I never got it- when I told her that I never got the rice she said O they didn't bring it out. And we never saw her again. Upon leaving I told the hostess who informed the manager who bought me the rice finally. Not my best experience there . We ended up going to Brio to have drinks and get better service. read more

Great lunch! Portions are very large! Great service from Pablo and Dailyn! Very attentive. Many tables available and we're ready for World Cup! Great ambiance. read more

I am convinced that this place just isn't for me. I haven't been here in a while and decided to give it another try. Won't be doing that again. I ordered the Masas de Cerdo and it definitely left a lot to be desired. To start the pork chunks were massive which probably lead to the meat being flavorless. The seasoning (if any were used) couldn't penetrate the meat because the meat were the size of boulders. I tasted absolutely no mojo. The Moro rice was decent and the sweet plantains were super mushy. read more

Food was ok but pricey considering the proportions were small. We ask for some flexibility on a kids meal and nothing. Margarita tequila was not very good. The overall staff did not look very happy and they were not very outgoing - might be time for a career change. Over priced photographer for small 4 by 6 pics did not make it any better - my fault there, I should have said no considering everyone 15 and over owns a phone and can take pics. Ambiance was ok though some lighting would be nice to see the menu. Personally, overpriced, food quality is average, staff looks over worked/underpaid/unhappy and ambiance is average. Date of eating Sept 3rd, 2026 read more

La comida estuvo espectacular, con verdadero sabor cubano Todo fresco, bien servido y con una atención increíble. Se siente como comer en casa de la abuela. Sin duda uno de los mejores lugares de comida cubana que he probado. ¡Súper recomendado! Gracias Laura read more

Havana 1957 - Cuban Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida

Our waiter Rosa was amazing at this place, very attentive and friendly, the setting and looks of this place was also very unique and u feel comfortable, food was very good as well, 10/10 would recommenddd!!! read more

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We had an amazing time. celebrating a birthday and the food and staff was excellent. the waiter Pablo was really helpful and at times even funny. will definitely be coming g back. really recommend this restaurant read more

We've been to several Havana 1957 locations over the years, and they never disappoint. While it's a bit pricier than other Cuban spots, the atmosphere is nice and worth it if you're in the mood for a more upscale experience. The service started off fine, but when it came time to pay, our server disappeared, making it difficult to get the check--frustrating since we were in a hurry. I also noticed she kept bringing bottled water to refill our glasses without asking, which added a hefty charge to the bill. Tap water was never even offered. Additionally, we were three different families, and when she brought one large bill, she refused to itemize it, only offering to split it across three cards. Despite the service issues, the food was great. My vaca frita was delicious, and overall, this location is very nice. I'd return in the future, but I'd be more mindful of the service and added charges. We also had to order Cuban bread as it is not complimentary as is in most Cuban restaurants. read more

Havana 1957 - Churrasco - Cuban Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida