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Guantanamera - Forest Hills, Queens, NY

Guantanamera - Forest Hills

4.3
4.3
258 Reviews
$30 and under
Cuban
Guantanamera is an instant escape 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. Diners are invited to feast on homemade Cuban specialties using the freshest ingredients, complimented with superb service in a warm and inviting atmosphere. In addition to the unique dining experience, we offer an exquisite bar and lounge area with a distinctive assortment of fine wines, rums, liquors, specialty cocktails, and exceptional appetizers.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Cuban
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (718) 575-5755
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Owned/operated by
    Latinx or Hispanic
  • Executive chef
    Celso Rodriguez
  • Neighborhood
    Forest Hills
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Entertainment
    For those who enjoy dining to the beat of Live salsa, rumba, and cha-cha, Guantanamera pumps up the volume with Live music and dancing Tuesday to Sunday from 9pm to 1am.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 258 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New York / Tri-State Area

    Cuban

  • Queens

    Kid-friendly

  • Queens

    Good for groups

  • Queens

    Hot spot

258 Reviews
  1. EvelynG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Super tasty food and wonderful service. Awesome selection of Mojitos too.

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  2. Kary

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    I made reservations and my table was ready. My pinacolada was watered down and we had to ask for it to be taken back for some more alcohol. Then it was too strong. The appetizer was excellent. Evn though after we finished another server was coming with clean plates for the appetizer again. They were disorganized. Each table should have one waiter. The main course for me was not what I expected for mashed potatoes, spinach and ribs. My husband's dish was great! We didn't have dessert. The live music was great!

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  3. HopeM

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Lunch time was very quiet, attentive staff everyone enjoyed their meal and we were not hurried.

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  4. CathyW

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    My friend and I had an enjoyable lunch. Was quite surprised that the place was empty.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 2, 2023

    overall3food2service2ambience1
    This was a good time, just not what we were expecting. For the price point, I expected better service. It took too long to get water, they almost didn’t take my order.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Cute little Cuban spot! They had a live band so the ambience was fun. Food was great, we tried the camarones al ajillo, churrasco, pollo guajiro, and arroz con camarones! All delicious! Would def come back again.

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  7. AlejandroA

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall3food5service4ambience1
    La comida excelente!, pero la verdad los colors, aunque "tropicales" son bien oscuros y con las luces bien bajas se siente un poco depresivo el lugar.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went for a mothers day meal and was blown away by the food as well as the live music. Definitely a place I will be visiting again with the family.

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  9. ShardaS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    This is such a happy place to go for a special occasion meal. The ambiance is lively and the service is very attentive. Go when there is live music for the best experience! The band on Mother's Day was great! Restrooms were kept clean. The food was absolutely delicious- well made and arranged beautifully on the plates. However, it was very pricey. Be prepared to pay $500 for 6 people with one drink each, a meal each, and 1 appetizer!

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  10. VadimikG

    New York Area

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Never had a bad dining experience here. Try their seafood!

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  11. DaisyR

    Philadelphia

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    You won't be disappointed. The food is always great no matter what you get.

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  12. DaisyR

    Philadelphia

    21 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    This is one of my favorite restaurants. I come here often and it's never a disappointment.

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  13. RogerD

    New York Area

    48 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience2
    Slow service and mediocre food in a kitchen-smoke filled restaurant. There’s a lot to dial in here. The staff was very nice, yet not polished. The bar was active and fully stocked, yet drinks were OK. The food was under seasoned and seemed more of a re-heat than freshly made. The ceviche was very good and the only redeeming part of the meal. I’m not sure I would go back.

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  14. Juanie

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Skirt steak was a little over cooked (asked for medium rare and it was more well done). Vaca frita was delicious! Waiters were attentive and polite.

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  15. FranciscoM

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and wonderful atmosphere! Would likely recommend it to my friends and family.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a great Valentine’s Day meal at Guantanamera had the Vaca Frita and Ropa Vieja for dinner with my guest the meat and both dishes was tender and very flavorful with the accompaniments complemented the meal well the drinks were tasty, and the service was outstanding. We were constantly checked on anything we need tweaked or change the staff, and the host were willing to accommodate us. There was so lively Spanish music by the live band, and the atmosphere is a little loud, a lot of talking and people having fun, but still kept a bit of a romantic air of fun. Overall, I would definitely recommend this place again and the cost was moderate to expensive. Had a great time. Thank you OpenTable for the suggestion.

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love the food and the great service me and my daughter got

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Very nice environment with great music. Food was good

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  19. Jcxny

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent Latin / Cuban food. Ox tail was soft and tasty. Would definitely come back.

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  20. Malia

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and ambiance was good Food was delayed. They seem to be short on staff as they get big family groups.

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  21. josephineo

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The food and service was great. The staff was attentive. The mojitos were great.

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  22. IDIAZ

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was overall Very Good. Oxtail Encendio and Ropa vieja was good. The Rum and coke (Cuba Libre) drink was strong, just the way I like them. The band was Great. Had a great time at the restaurant. The only thing i would change is to add a little seasoning on the beans as they were bland.

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    Atlantic City

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We celebrate our daughter’s birthday and brought in our own cake. They are so accommodating and have awesome service. Their Sangria is FANTASTIC!!

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  24. LauraS

    New York Area

    77 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    77 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Attentive service with delicious food! We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and would come back.

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    service was quick and attentive. place was nice and clean. food was fresh and delicious. will be going back!

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Food was good, ambiance was better.

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  27. MonaLisaM

    New York Area

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Celebrating my girlfriend's birthday Everything was perfect! Food, drinks, music! So happy we came here!!! Looking forward to our next visit

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  28. LJGV

    New York Area

    89 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    89 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Guantanamera is a very nice restaurant. The food is flavorful and arrives promptly. The portions are generous. The service is friendly and efficient. I have been looking for a neighborhood restaurant to frequent. This may be it.

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  29. shizay12

    New York Area

    20 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Service was good. Margaritas and Mojitos were top notch. The food was outstanding as well. They have one sandwich on the menu and that is the Cubano. They don't need another sandwich as far as I'm concerned. Shrimp in wine sauce is a definite go to on the appetizer menu. The shredded skirt steak was incredible as well. We will definitely go back.

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  30. CarolA

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Food was excellent!

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  31. KarlaA

    New York Area

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on July 26, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Always a great time here. Food is all delicious, as are the drinks!

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  32. LmzArtist

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2022

    overall3food4service3ambience3
    The food is excellent - the music is way to loud you cannot have any dinner conversation!!!!

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were seated immediately. Pleasantly surprised with the live band which made the occasion super special especially when they sang happy birthday to me. The food was delicious and the service was excellent.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 19, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Live music is really great touch with dinner! Nice sangria and tropical cocktails. The churrasco and ropa vieja dishes were very delicious!

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  35. oscar

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Great service nice ambient

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  36. Lavy

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 8, 2022

    overall5food3service5ambience5
    food was alright but service and ambiance was excellent

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  37. Molly

    Unspecified

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Food and drinks were great! Music a bit loud during dining, but perfect during cocktails. Will definitely dine at Guantanamera again.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food was delicious! And the drinks were strong. Loved the live band!

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2022

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Delicious food and the band sounded amazing! Service could have been a little faster but overall it was great.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 7, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Friend’s bday

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
  • Protective equipment

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

FAQs

Guantanamera - Forest Hills does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Guantanamera - Forest Hills also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (718) 575-5755.

Guantanamera - Forest Hills is rated 4.3 stars by 258 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 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Guantanamera - Forest Hills

110-80 Queens Blvd, Queens, NY 11375

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Forest Hills
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Cuban
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Owned/operated by
    Latinx or Hispanic
  • Executive chef
    Celso Rodriguez
  • Entertainment
    For those who enjoy dining to the beat of Live salsa, rumba, and cha-cha, Guantanamera pumps up the volume with Live music and dancing Tuesday to Sunday from 9pm to 1am.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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