CUBA 1958 - Sarasota

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   Vicki

   Jacksonville6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fantastic food and service! Unique ambience and very generous portions. Eating our leftovers tonight! Can’t wait to return to try other menu items.
   

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   Sam VIP

   Denver24 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 3, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Superior flavor profiles, nice presentation. It is a shame that the restaurant does not feature its terrific bowls on the dinner menu - even at a higher price, the bowls are the real flavor gems of the restaurant and leaving them off of the dinner menu is quite unfortunate.
   

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   jan

   Chicago67 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 1, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Had the slow roasted pork (first entree listed) and it was fantastic, Also enjoyed the chickpeas and ham small plate. It was enough for 4 of us to have a substantial taste. Service was rather slow, but very polite. Food was great!
   

   CUBA 1958 - SarasotaResponded on March 3, 2025

   hank you for your glowing review! It's wonderful to hear that you enjoyed your visit to CUBA 1958. We strive to provide an authentic experience, and your feedback inspires us to keep doing what we love!
   

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   OpenTable Diner VIP

   Chicago8 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 27, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always a FANTASTIC dining experience!!! Much appreciation to everyone at CUBA!
   

   CUBA 1958 - SarasotaResponded on March 3, 2025

   Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your experience at CUBA 1958. Your support means the world to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for more delicious Cuban flavors!
   

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   Kevin VIP

   Washington DC8 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on February 27, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   It was the tale of two dinners. We were seated immediately and attended to promptly. Once we ordered, the main dishes were out in 10 mins. During dinner the server checked in twice, as did the manager. However, it took 25 mins to get the dishes cleared, and 10 mins to get a simple dessert served. Unaccountable delays. The restaurant was busy throughout, so I could not understand why the service dropped off. Plus you’d have thought they’d want to clear the table for additional guests. Would go back - the food was excellent, good portions and well prepared. But the service drop off was inexplicable
   

   CUBA 1958 - SarasotaResponded on March 3, 2025

   Thank you for the fantastic feedback! We will take care with servers and timing. We're thrilled that you had a great experience with food at CUBA 1958. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we look forward to seeing you again soon!
   

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   Robert VIP

   Tampa154 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 26, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great service, and fantastic food! Do yourself a favor and stop in for happy hour or a meal! Try the pork tamale appetizer, it’s the best. And the Varadero cocktail was also outstanding.
   

   CUBA 1958 - SarasotaResponded on March 3, 2025

   Thank you for your amazing feedback! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed your visit to CUBA 1958. Your support keeps us going, and we can’t wait to serve you again soon!
   

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   Pat

   Greater Boston8 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 24, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This was our first visit to Cuban 1958. Our waiter, José was very friendly and welcoming. The food was excellent. The garlic herbed butter that was served with the crusty Cubs. bread was delicious. The housemaid Sangria was fruity and refreshing. My grouper piccata was fresh and perfectly cooked in a butter lemon sauce. My friends loved their Chicken and Rice and pork dishes. Other than a bit of a delay for our second round of drinks, the service was impeccable. The noise level was somewhat high, but tolerable since we were seated in a corner window table. Would highly recommend. The menu is interesting and one could return many times. I look forward to our next visit.
   

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   CUBA 1958 - SarasotaResponded on March 3, 2025

   Thank you for the incredible review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your time at CUBA 1958. Your kind words inspire our team, and we can’t wait to serve you again!
   

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   David

   New York City5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 22, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was incredible! One of the best cuban restaurants I have been to. We had the beef empanadas, churrazo steak, shredded flank steak and rice pudding. All delicious and very fresh. Cant wait to come back to sarasota and visit this restaurant again. The service was fast and very attentive. The owner circulates around to check in. He is very nice and fun to talk to.
   

   CUBA 1958 - SarasotaResponded on March 3, 2025

   We’re thrilled to receive your wonderful review! Thank you for being a part of the CUBA 1958 family. We look forward to welcoming you back soon to explore more of our menu!
   

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   Heather VIP

   Tampa41 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 22, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We have dined here at least 5 times now since the opening and have recommended to everyone. The portions are large and you will likely have leftovers to enjoy the next day! The black beans are the best I have ever had. Other favorites are the Vaca Frita, Churrasco, sweet plantains and the tostones! Highly recommend. We have added to our top restaurant recommendations to new buyers and visitors - The Addy Wittig Team with Michael Saunders. A wonderful experience by a family owned establishment.
   

   CUBA 1958 - SarasotaResponded on March 3, 2025

   We’re thrilled to receive your wonderful review! Thank you for being a part of the CUBA 1958 family. We look forward to welcoming you back soon to explore more of our menu!
   

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    Deborah

    New York City1 review

    1.0

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2

    we arrived at 6 and our meal came at 7:45pm - it was a nightmare. I had a party of 6 people and none of us will ever return - just awful
    

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