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    Havana Libre

    4.1 (51 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Cuban Sandwich

    After driving past this place almost everyday, my girlfriend and I finally decided to try it and we were not disappointed. The waitresses were very attentive, the food was delicious, and came out really quick. Overall experience was a 10/10 and will definitely be coming back!

    Top: Vaca Frita Bottom: Lomo Saltado a lo Pobre
    Andrea V.

    Ordered pickup from this place on the weekend, everyone ordered steak and it was so good we decided to dine in. They must have happy hour specials because when we got there around 6pm the bar was poppin. Hubs and I were sat quickly at a booth and were able to put in our order quickly. We started with the queso frito and guava, y me encantó! So yummy! It wasn't too busy but the music was playing and I had no complaints. He wanted to try a more traditional Cuban dish so he ordered the vaca frita. I noticed they have a mini Peruvian menu so I went with lomo saltado a lo pobre. Both dishes estaban deliciosos y no me pude comer todo porque el plato era grande. Si o si regresamos!

    Vaca Frita
    Cosmo G.

    I had to have my Cuban fix before leaving FL. This place was amazing! Inside, the ambiance was nice, clean and relaxing. The food was amazing, my Churrasco was perfectly seasoned and cooked. Their chorizo croquetas were very good. Hubby's vaca frita was also good. The service was top notch. Restrooms were also very clean and nice.

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    Alan B.

    I've been here a couple of times and have been disappointed with the steak I had. It was dry and chewy with not much spice or flavor. I was expecting something very different, I guess!

    Cuban Sandwich
    Claudia

    Fabulous Ambience and Great Staff. Beautiful addtion to Naples area. Excellent Addition to the new Founders Square area. Truly authentic Cuban Sandwich. Hearty portion and side dish for lunch options as well. The prices for the quality of the ingredients and meal served are a great value. I personally have not visited Cuba yet enjoy the cuisine and have visited highly rated Cuban restaurants in both Miami and Chicago. Have made it a point to always try what is a go to tradtional, "Cuban Sandwhich". This one served here is an excptional value for the price and easy on the taste buds. The staff is exceptional. One is greeted upon arrival and instantly felt welcomed to restaurant as if family. The follow up by staff to ensure every need is met while maintaing servive to other clients is also above par.

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    Terri G.

    This restaurant is a positive experience when you walk through the door, it's clean and spacious and the wall murals are a great touch. The old chevy pictures reminded me of the cars in Havana and Hemingway added to the Cuban ambiance. As far as the food, the restaurant has a very good choice of Cuban cuisine to choose from including appetizers, soups, sandwiches and who doesn't like the classic Cuban sandwich? For dinner fare, they offer a good selection of seafood and beef dishes, with familiar things like Camarones Enchilados which is shrimp with red sauce, a staple in most Mexican restaurants or Ropa Vieja. They even have Peruvian food on the menu and I'll definitely try the Saltado next time. Hubs went with the Pollo a la Plancha, which is a breaded chicken breast, I decided on chicken fajitas and we both liked the way the food was prepared. The servers are attentive and the wait wasn't too long for a takeout order. Prices and portions are good, as most people know, dining out in Naples can be expensive, but Havana Libre offers good value for your money. Snowbirds are leaving town, so restaurants like this will have more room for the locals. We like the restaurant and plan to return soon.

    Happy hour really nice. Sitting at outside bar in evening was nice. Cool air hitting you. Food delicious. Cafe cortado very nice and service was excellent. Quick bite during happy hour but very satisfying. Music was nice! We will be back. Recommend this place!

    Was just there today amazing food.. kudos to the chef. Everything we order was just so fresh and tasteful. Ambiance was so relax very clean and very fresh .

    I'll admit, I'm no expert on authentic Cuban cuisine, but after 40 years of visiting Cuban restaurants across the U.S., I feel qualified to judge a good churrasco steak. Living nearby, we decided to try Havana Libre. At first glance, in a strip mall with signage that looked more like a sandwich shop, we weren't sure what to expect. Step inside, though, and you're greeted by an elegant space with high-end finishes, artwork and a wonderful atmosphere. The staff were friendly, attentive, and efficient. Drinks arrived immediately, and our churrasco steaks, ordered medium rare (medium might have been better), were fantastic. The sides -- plantains, rice, and cheesy mashed potatoes -- were excellent. Our server was accommodating and personable. I judge a restaurant by whether our group would return and, unanimously, the answer was yes.

    Yummy street tacos and tamal! Happy hour menu is perfecto!
    Elizabeth H.

    This is the place! Beautiful decor, fantastic staff, outstanding and authentic food. Havana libre ticks all the boxes! They have such a special atmosphere with their indoor/outdoor bar and comfy indoor seating. As a regular, they make you feel like home and appreciated. Bonus during the week they have lunch specials and happy hour. It's the place to be!

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    David S.

    The Cuban food is authentic and tastes very good. The ambiance is nice and comfortable but the music is way too loud to enjoy it. I could barely talk with my friends. The service was good but we did have to wait for our food for awhile. The second time we ordered takeout because we enjoyed the food and it also took longer than expected. Bottom line is the food is good and to me that is what matters.

    Piña colada and Tostones Rellenos de Churrasco

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    The worst Cuban food I've ever eaten in my life and I'm Cuban. Not even meat was in bad condition, the beans without taste

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    Been to Havana Libre several times and will keep doing so. The marisco rice, the octopus....to die for. The service is always excellent too

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    Excellent food, outstanding service, delightful ambiance. Special thanks to Eduardo for making the experience enjoyable.

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    Went there for lunch and had the Cuban Sandwich. Very authentic. Interior is very well done and the service was good.

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