Guantanamera

Name: Guantanamera
Address: 939 8th Avenue, New York, NY, United States, 10019
Telephone: (212) 262-5354
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (2141)

$30 and under

Cuban

939 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10019

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2 people

Jul 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

Lively
Great for live music
Neighborhood gem

Guantanamera is an instant escape from Midtown Manhattan to chic Old Havana.

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.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Cuban, Latin American
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am
Phone number
(212) 262-5354
Website
http://guantanamerany.com/nyc.html
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
939 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10019
Neighborhood
Midtown West
Cross street
Between 55th and 56th Streets
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
A,C,B,D,1 at 59th St/Columbus Circle, N,R,Q,W at 57th St
Entertainment
Live Cuban music, Rumba, Mambo
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Bocadito De Pollo
Grilled marinated chicken breast
Sandwich Español
Serrano ham, manchego cheese, tomato, garlic and spanish olive oil
Sandwich De Pernil
Roast pork sandwich with lettuce
Pan Con Bistec
Traditional cuban steak sandwich
Sandwich Cubano
Classic pressed cuban sandwich of roast pork, ham, swiss cheese, pickles and mustard
Pollo Aljibe
Boneless chicken breast marinated in citrus sauce topped with watercress, avocado, tomatoes and scallions
Arroz Con Pollo Criollo
Yellow rice with shredded chicken, mixed peppers, carrots and peas
Picadillo a La Habanera
Ground beef, green olives, raisins, peppers, avocado topped with a sunny-side up egg
Vaca Frita
Pan-seared shredded skirt steak with fresh mojo, onions, parsley and lime
Ropa Vieja
Shredded skirt steak braised in garlic sauce of fresh tomatoes, sliced onions and mixed peppers nested in a tropical plantain basket
Tilapia Bayamo
Tilapia filet sautéed in white wine with onions, capers, anchovies and tomato sauce

Desserts

Flan De Leche
Traditional cuban caramel custard
Sorbete Del Dia

What 2,141 people are saying

Guantanamera reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Guantanamera offers authentic Cuban cuisine in a lively atmosphere enhanced by live music. Guests praise the "amazing food and service" and the vibrant ambiance, with mentions of "delicious mojitos" and "outstanding staff." Despite occasional noise, diners appreciate the "excellent" culinary experience, making it a must-visit for Cuban food lovers.

2,141 Reviews

B
Bill VIP
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Have enjoyed the restaurant for more than a decade. Food, service and ambience is always excellent
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crystal
Chicago / Illinois2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing vibe. Food was delicious. Attentive server. Wish we had made the reservation for later so we could have heard the live music. Would recommend.
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Romulo
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff greeted us with genuine smiles and offered excellent service throughout the evening. The food was phenomenal. Every dish was bursting with flavor. We had the calamaris, which was fresh and perfectly seasoned. For the main course, I had the rabo encendido, which was tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. This is the kind of place you want to return to, whether it’s for a special occasion or just a great meal. Highly recommended!
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Scott
New York City1 review
4.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Good spot for Cuban meal. Quick friendly service good value. Was on the loud side
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Marc VIP
New York City37 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a rainy Saturday afternoon when we stopped by for lunch, so the place was calm and quiet. But the food and cocktails were excellent as always, and the friendly service was everything I've come to know from this restaurant. Always a treat!
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gordon VIP
New York City126 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent Cuban cuisine. Very lively. Great for birthday celebration
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Dorothy
Austin2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always make a point to come here whenever we are in NYC. Ambiance is great and the food is authentically Cuban.
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DawnMarie VIP
New York State53 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and great service! Always an enjoyable dining experience.
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Paul
Austin4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Mojitos are fab. Great Cuban fare. It's on the list to return.
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Bill VIP
Las Vegas68 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A reasonable and delicious meal with excellent service and atmosphere.
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FAQs

Guantanamera offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 262-5354.

Guantanamera is rated 4.5 stars by 2141 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

939 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10019

Additional information

Cross street
Between 55th and 56th Streets
Neighborhood
Midtown West
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Cuban, Latin American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
A,C,B,D,1 at 59th St/Columbus Circle, N,R,Q,W at 57th St
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
Live Cuban music, Rumba, Mambo
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://guantanamerany.com/nyc.html
Phone number
(212) 262-5354

Guantanamera

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About this restaurant

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Menu

Appetizer

Ensalada De La Casa

Soup of the Day

Papas Rellenas

Empanadas

Entrees

Bocadito De Pollo

Sandwich Español

Sandwich De Pernil

Pan Con Bistec

Sandwich Cubano

Pollo Aljibe

Arroz Con Pollo Criollo

Picadillo a La Habanera

Vaca Frita

Ropa Vieja

Tilapia Bayamo

Desserts

Flan De Leche

Sorbete Del Dia

What 2,141 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

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