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Guantanamera, New York, NY

Guantanamera

4.7
4.7
2098 Reviews
$30 and under
Cuban

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Great for live music
  • Neighborhood 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
  • 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

What 2,098 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
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Guantanamera offers a vibrant Cuban experience in NYC, with "delicious food," "amazing music," and a "great atmosphere." Guests rave about the "friendly staff" and "refreshing mojitos." Although it's "a bit noisy" due to live music, the lively ambiance and authentic cuisine make it a "must-eat" spot.

2,098 Reviews
  1. Joanne

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    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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  2. 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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  3. 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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  4. Deborah

    Washington DC

    42 reviews

    vip
    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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  5. Mireille

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it! Food was delicious, service attentive, atmosphere festive. Will definitely be back.

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  6. SUSAN

    Palm Springs

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved everything we ordered! The steak with chimichurri sauce was delicious and a very generous portion. The Cuban sandwich was outstanding. We split it up as an appetizer. We all were inspired to get up and join in the dancing. It was a lot of fun!

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  7. Lesley

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never disappoints, always happy with the food, drinks and service.

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  8. Heather

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Like being in Havana with a little Barcelona flare :). Excellent- thanks for the awesome food.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great and the food was exceptional. First time here but will definitely be back. Excellent sangria and flan!

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  10. Camilla

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    A little loud once the band started but excellent food

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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 2098 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 25 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
  • Neighborhood
    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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