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Guantanamera, New York, NY

Guantanamera

4.7
4.7
2104 Reviews
$30 and under
Cuban

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 21 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Great for live music
  • Neighbourhood 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.

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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
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighbourhood
    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

What 2,104 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Guantanamera offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food" and a "magical vibe." Enjoy authentic Cuban cuisine, including favorites like ropa vieja and lechon asado. The live music creates a lively atmosphere, perfect for a fun night out. While it can get loud, the friendly staff and delicious mojitos ensure a memorable visit.

2,104 Reviews
  1. Tony

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    They were running late due to some squatters. They offered us drinks to compensate. Food was awesome.

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  2. joanne

    New York City

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great dinner. Amazing food. Nicest people. Great music

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  3. Kelly

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My family and I came here for the first time 2 years ago on thanksgiving night, and had the absolute best time!! The live salsa music, the service, the food… AMAZING! Ever since, we have come back at least once year. The energy remains the same, we genuinely enjoy the hospitality and liveliness that this restaurant brings. Will forever love coming here

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  4. Robert

    New York City

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff is amazing, food was delicious, drinks were fantastic! Great experience overall!!

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  5. juan

    New York City

    57 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    57 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First night in the city this spot is a our tradition. Great environment music and food. Can’t go wrong.

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  6. Maria

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, nice atmosphere and great service. Food was serve promptly with an excellent presentation

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  7. Joanne

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The table was ready early and they sat us as we arrived. What a great policy that others don’t do. Kudos to them. Service was provided by everyone- our waiter was always around and offering, at the same time, you could see all the waitstaff looking at the table to check on us. Food was great. And the live music - on a Tuesday- was a fantastic surprise. I’ll definitely be back.

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  8. sherri

    New York City

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Service, mojitos, and Cuban sandwich delish. Shrimp ajillo over cooked with awful sauce. Salad limp w very little of what you pay for. Overpriced. Atmosphere is okay. I would say the staff and music and drinks are the best part. The food, overpriced and poor.

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  9. Alan

    Portland

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Terrific! Empanadas - beef were so fresh and deeply seasoned. Skirt steak with chimichanga sauce was fantastic. Served on a molten cast iron platter. Chili shrimp with great sauce. Bread pudding so flavorful. Waitstaff was very attentive. Seemed authentic to me but I’ve never been to Cuba!

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  10. Deborah

    Washington DC

    42 reviews

    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We arrived early and were seated immediately. The table was close to the stage and we found the music to be too loud so we asked to be moved which was easily accommodated. As we waited for our third arrival, we were attended to often. Ceviche was our starter and was delicious. We shared 2 entrees between the three of us, and had leftovers. A lovely meal start to finish.

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FAQs

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

Guantanamera is rated 4.7 stars by 2104 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 p.m.
Booked 21 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Guantanamera

939 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10019

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between 55th and 56th Streets
  • Neighbourhood
    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
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