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Guantanamera

4.5
4.5
1912 Reviews
$30 and under
Cuban
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.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 19 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • 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

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Private party contact

    Mario: (212) 262-5354

  • 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

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What 1,912 people are saying

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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Loved For

  • New York / Tri-State Area

    Cuban

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Sacramento

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Mario, the owner noticed my aggravation with a wobbly table and found us a new more comfortable spot. Joel, our waiter, took excellent care of us. This place has a family party atmosphere that is super endearing. There was dancing and a birthday girl that shone on the dance floor. The band had the whole room engaged. It was a lovely evening. I recommend this locale if you like to dance and have fun. And the food was great too!
  2. Gloria

    New York Area

    64 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    64 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Fun night out. Drinks are great and so was the food
  3. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent mojitos and the food and service are always top-tier
  4. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great service and even better food! Love the culture and live music as well! And the menu is sooo extensive, everything is overflowing with flavor and taste AMAZING!
  5. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Terrific food and service. Definitely recommend! Had a great time.
  6. DavidP

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Wonderful surprise. The food is well seasoned and flavorful.
  7. vgonz

    New York Area

    36 reviews

    3.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    My daughter and I had: Pernil, vaca frita, mojito, flan and coffee. The food was flavorful, nothing offended but nothing outstanding. The service was attentive.
  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    The food was great, the service was fantastic. Our party had a couple of different allergies and they were able to accommodate with no problem and didn’t make it weird. The live music was great especially on Mother’s Day! Thanks for the great service!
  9. CCNC

    Raleigh

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service! Food was delivered quickly and was tasty. Drinks were good. Mojitos were strong but not overwhelming. Live music was an awesome add.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    7 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience1
    Wasn’t as expected. None of the reviews mentioned the noise level which was distractingly loud. Nearly impossible to have a conversation. Food was rather under seasoned for Cuban which we’re accustomed to. Service was good and detailed. Missed the mark for us.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great drinks, great food, good service and so much fun dancing to live latin music!!
  12. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience1
    The food was okay but it wasn’t worth the price. The drinks are good
  13. RalphA

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    Place is a little tight but not uncomfortable. Food is excellent, service not as attentive as it should be. Overall a fine restaurant.
  14. meshell

    London

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Good food and service, but quite loud so hard to have a conversation, including with your waiter
  15. ROMERO

    Poconos

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of my favorite Cuban spots in NYC
  16. MarcE

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The mojitos were strong and tasty. The oxtail was delicious. The live music was perfect.
  17. Elisabeth

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great, friendly service! The food was excellent…bistec encebollado, pollo guajiro y vaca frita!
  18. KateM

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    We what a fun time, ate nice food in a happy atmosphere . Would recommend. Forgot dancing as well with a live Cuban orchestra
  19. ALEX

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience2
    Small portions, loud environment, not willing to change side dishes. Food was good but again, small portions. 13.00 for a glass of Sangria was a little steep even for NYC. We wont be back…
  20. jarodl

    Exclusive

    8 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    The food was great and the atmosphere was lively and fun. The one knock was service. We waited 30 minutes for our bill and drinks never came. Would still recommend.
  21. StephanieW

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Just the Best👏👏. Always choose to eat here at least once while in NYC
  22. StratosM

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, drinks and place. Very good prices.
  23. LisaC

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience2
    The music was too loud for me. Hard to talk. And while I enjoy prompt service, the courses were too close together. Food was delicious though so I would go back. Maybe get take out.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Can’t wait to go again. The food is fabulous. The ambiance and music make it special. The staff is great.
  25. frankl

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious. The service was fast and very friendly. Will definitely come back whenever we visit New York. Would highly recommend.
  26. Bosco

    Washington DC

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on March 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent Cuban food at a reasonable price. Great ambiance.
  27. EMBO

    Denver

    13 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on March 29, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    I’ve never been to a restaurant that was this loud. Ever. It was night club volume. And this was before it got louder at 830 when the live music started. Fun atmosphere but if you need to talk w/the people at your table, pick a different venue.
  28. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Everything was amazing. From the hostess to receive us to the musicians playing . This place it’s a little gem in the city! You have good Cuban food,drinks and amazing vibes and ambience. We dance and the dessert was amazing too! Will come back 💯 recommended
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, service, and music! The Sea Bass was cooked jusr right...flaky on the outside and succulent on the inside.
  30. NYCPELUSA

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Server was attentive and funny. Always made sure we were ok. The food was amazing. After more then 10 years of being away. Did not disappoint, like the twist on the ropa vieja dish.
  31. 250Pipster

    New York Area

    90 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    90 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Birthday dinner. Great food, great service and great music. What else is there?
  32. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Definitely get a reservation! Wonderful place and great food and drinks.
  33. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Music was great . Get the empanadas. Owners check on you
  34. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    I went there to celebrate my Birthday. I indicated it while making the reservation, also added a comment that it is my Birthday. Unfortunately, I am very disappointed this occasion was completely ignored by the restaurant. Very disappointing. I didn’t expect the show, but at least a candle on my dessert, but got nothing.
  35. Ds8816

    New York Area

    56 reviews

    3.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience2
    The volume of the background music was so loud as to be almost painful and make conversation impossible. Despite requests to lower it, it remained much too loud. The food was good but not the best by far. In the area, Victor’s Cafe is a much better choice.
  36. Eastsidemom

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience3
    Can’t get over the disconnect between my expectations having read reviews this was the best Cuban restaurant in Hell’s Kitchen and reality of leaving 1/2 our dinner on the plate. During our meal, found myself wounding if the reputation was because it is the ‘only’ Cuban restaurant. Per other reviews, drinks were superb. Best of our order was the grilled veggie side. Otherwise the chicken was rubbery, beans bland, pork too chewy to enjoy. Fish was delicious, but approximately 2 oz in serving size. Bland, mediocre ingredients and highly salted. We won’t be back.
  37. JudithS

    Phoenix

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were visiting from Arizona and absolutely loved the live music an food! So fun!
  38. nelc

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The food was good overall, the service was excellent. To me, the best part was the live music. It added to the ambience. We had a great time
  39. GeraldE

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Very good food in a festive, classic energetic Latin environment. Music can be a bit too loud for table conversation. The food is excellent and the service is very good.
  40. RoseM

    Philadelphia

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food fun restaurant. Very crowded and loud. Live music doesn’t start till 9

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Diner temperature check required
    • Staff temperature check required
    • Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

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

Guantanamera is rated 4.5 stars by 1912 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 19 times today
Google Map for Guantanamera

939 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10019

Dining areas

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

  • 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

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