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Buena Vista Cuban Cafe, Houston, TX

Buena Vista Cuban Cafe

4.5
4.5
138 Reviews
$30 and under
Cuban

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 12 times today
  • Charming
  • Great for live music
  • Neighbourhood gem
Elevated, Authentic Cuban Dining in the Heart of Houston.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cuban
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (832) 831-2035
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 138 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Buena Vista Cuban Cafe offers an authentic Cuban dining experience in Houston, praised for its "amazing staff, food, ambiance, and entertainment." Guests rave about the "excellent live music" and "wonderful Cuban food." The vibrant atmosphere, creative art, and delicious cocktails make it a "fun Cuban experience." Reservations recommended.

138 Reviews
  1. Chantal

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful time at Buena Vista Cuban Cafe. The food was delicious. The music was fabulous. We think we will put it into our regular rotation of fun restaurants to visit. Bravo!

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  2. Daisy

    Miami

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice place, live music; good food, gets pretty crowded so make reservations. Parking garage next door. View to music is blocked if you sit at booth. Photographer takes nice pics $20 each with frame. Recommended.

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  3. Heather

    Houston

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my second time here. Excellent cocktail menu. Enjoyed the Cuba Libre, caramelo, and pineapple mojito. Started with the Cuban board. Great sampler, delivered super hot, and was very filling. We loved our entrees, too. Server was helpful, friendly, and very attentive. Can't wait to go back again.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    San Antonio

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is incredible! We went there to try Cuban Food for a party we are having. We really didn’t have any expectations. We were simply blown away by the quality of the food. It was spectacular. We plan to frequent this place to keep them in business. Oh yes, the coconut mojito was to die for. They also have happy hour all week and live music on certain nights. It reminded us of being on vacation in Miami! Now we can have that feeling more often without leaving home!

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  5. Byron Jay

    San Antonio

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere and service. Very nice for a low key dining experience.

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  6. alexander

    Houston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Atmosphere is cool, friendly staff. Food was ok, moros were barely warm but flavor was good, paella dish was dry but Cuban platter was a favorite for the table.

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  7. KATRINAA

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service with even better food. Drinks and food were delicious.

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  8. masae

    Houston

    30 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Our server was very patient and accommodating my requests but foods didn’t have much flavor

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  9. Nikole

    Miami

    25 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The cuisine is not actually Cuban…the intent is there but flavors like the black beans and rice were not authentic Cuban. I am born and raised Cuban and originally from Miami and I guess this restaurant is sufficient if you have the urge for Cuban food in Houston…

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  10. Peggy

    Houston

    23 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We went on a night with live music which was so much fun but very very loud so don’t expect to talk much. We had a great time and loved the food. My husband is from Venezuela so the food is very similar to traditional dishes there. Definitely will go back for another fun night. Surprised people didn’t dance!

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FAQs

Buena Vista Cuban Cafe is rated 4.5 stars by 138 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 12 times today
Google Map for Buena Vista Cuban Cafe

4601 Washington Ave 190, Houston, TX 77007

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Washington Avenue Coalition / Memorial Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cuban
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
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