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.
Safety precautions
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Common areas deep cleaned daily
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required
- Diner temperature check required
- Contact tracing information collected
Popular dishes
Ropa Vieja
Shredded skirt steak braised in tomato sauce, onions, peppers, nested in a tropical plantain basket
7 reviews
Vaca Frita
Pan-seared shredded skirt steak, fresh mojo, onions, lemon
4 reviews
Sandwich Cubano
classic pressed Cuban sandwich of roast pork, ham, swiss cheese, pickles, mustard
4 reviews
Menu
Definitely would recommend and will be going back. Food and drink where great
Good location. Attentive server. Very loud music from the speaker - hard to talk over that noise. Horrible food – the worst. I could not eat anything. Only sour dressing for salads – no other dressing was available. We left a tip in cash, but they have also charged tip to a credit card after we have left.
I don’t recommend it and would not go there again.
The food and the service was excellent.
Fun place for a third date or a group of friends. Great food, shareable or single. Yum!
Amazing service and food was delicious!
The Food was Divine and so flavorful, the drinks were amazing at $6 a mojito the night I went.
We went to celebrate my birthday. We had an excellent experience. Friendly staff, excellent food and great ambiance.
Anniversary
Food was fresh and delicious
Valentines
Authentic food, simple and delicious. You cat take out or eat at the simple setting
I celebrated my birthday with a friend and had a fabulous meal and service. Ive been here several times and will continue going back.
The overall experience was great! Music was a bit loud but I have been here Pre COVID for the live band which is amazing.
The food was amazing and music was great. Service was very nice
My Birthday... we wanted somewhere to dance.
One of my favorite place to eat. I love the music, ambiance, the staff and the food is awesome
Food and service were excellent.
Great night. Awesome Mojitos
It was amazing as always the owner is so sweet they paid attention to my reservation for my grandma’s 84th birthday and made her feel so important. The food was just perfect my favorite ceviche and the paella and steak was amazing. My dessert the tres leche is the best ever! You must go!!
Girls trip to the city
Great place
Fun, live music and excellent Cuban food and drink
Great Cuban food, but the music makes it.
Great food and great environment! The band, the crowd, the staff - all amazing. Would highly recommend and definitely will revisit.
We’ve been coming her for over ten years. This time, the food was not as good as usual, but the dessert and cocktails were great
The service was fast and attentive ... the food was very flavorful and the portions were large!! I will certainly be making a trip back here to be able to see the live music they offer ... I think I was there a little too early for the show!
I have been in Guantanamera many times and every time I am there, I always had a good time. I love the food and the live music. I recommend it.
Overpriced...better food and atmosphere, much lower prices at Havana in Times Square for Cuban food
Evryting was good excellent .
Great food! Delicious! Good service. Waiter was a little pushy and rushed but when I explained we were not rushing he understood. Place is loud but in a good way. Happy place. Not over priced. Would recommend for any occasion.
This restaurant is usually good and pretty consistent. My only real complaint is that they NEED to update their online menu to match their actual menu. The mixed seafood dish DOES NOT HAVE LOBSTER TAIL as advertised. So you are paying for clams and oysters and a few shrimp. Other than that... It's pretty good. Staff is usually great as well. Most are eager to please, which is nice. You may get a newbie, who doesn't offer much help, but just seek a vet and you'll be fine.
One of my favorite spots to dine when taking a business trip to NYC. Food is always really good and the live band is a lot of fun. Might also be the beet happy hour specials in Manhattan.
Good vibe Good mojitos
From the host to servers and waiters, everyone displayed outstanding service. Mojitos and empanadas are a must!
A group of dine at Gauntanmera for the first time and had a great time. I am planning to revisit again.
We had a wonderful night celebrating my brother in laws 55th birthday!
The hostess, staff & establishment owner were friendly & hospital. Entrees were flavorful. There was live music & dancing. Definitely worthwhile to visit.
Lots of fun and great place to hang, dine and dance on a Saturday night!
Guantanamera is always a wonderful time. The ambiance, the food, the drinks, and the live music hit the nail on the head. I would recommend their mojitos and their Bistec Palomillo (steak with grilled onions)
Great Cuban food, terrific live music, warm environment!!! Must go.
FAQs
Guantanamera offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 262-5354.
Guantanamera is rated 4.7 stars by 1659 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable. Due to local restrictions, this restaurant may not be accepting reservations at the moment.
