Absolutely the best guest hospitality and food quality my family and I have ever experienced eating out. The atmosphere and ambiance of the restaurant is always lovely, fun, and lively. The food quality is spectacular! I always get the Baracoa Cubano sandwich and it never disappoints. The ingredients are fresh and organic with each dish I've ordered. Since I have allergies to ingredients used to preserve frozen food, it's always been so hard finding a restaurant with a menu that doesn't cause me issues--and Baracoa has never compromised with their ingredients! The organic quality of their food is something you'll taste on your first bite. And finally--the service is impeccable and I have yet to see such excellent hospitality at any restaurant I've visited, even in Los Angeles! The waiters are always kind, attentive, and energetic with their behavior and service. It's very easy to tell they love the work they do and it shows in their work ethic. In addition to that, the managers are always making sure we're having an excellent night and have transformed it to a level of service we've never seen! My parents and I went a week ago and talked to Daniel the Manager about how much we missed a Piña Colada from a closed restaurant which would make it in the pineapple itself--and he said if we promised to be there in a week he's make it himself. We came on Friday, and the joy that my family felt was palpable when Daniel came out with the drinks we've wished for years now since that restaurant closed! Honestly, I've never heard of someone caring for their guests so much to do that--truly everyone should visit this establishment and experience true fine dining. I don't think I'll ever eat anywhere else for a special occasion ever again. read more

Baracoa Cuban Restaurant - Cuban Near Me - Palmdale, California

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Baracoa Cuban is in Palmdale and that can be a real drive for some. But it is worth it. They have great Cuban food and if it is Cuban they have it. It is all made to perfection and there is not one thing we don't love. For about $32 dollars you can get Havana Bites, it is a taste of some of their great items. It comes with Beef & Chicken Empanadas, Papas Rellenas, Platanos Fritos and Yuca Frita all served with Rico Sauce, which is so great. All of their empanadas are great and you can get just one or a bunch. We often get some to take home. The Papas Rellenas is so good and so nicely priced. It is two mashed potato balls stuffed with Cuban picadillo, then breaded and fried to perfection. I love potatoes so I love to get this. We also take these home. They heat up so well. The service is great and they are very friendly. Parking is easy and there is not usually a wait. I am not sure if they take reservations, so call them and check. The place is comfortable and pretty. read more

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First time here as part of a car club run in the area. Cuban cuisine is a top choice on my list of dining experiences. I ordered the Mar Y Tierra which is Rabo Encendido and shrimp served with rice, black beans, and plantains. The Rabo Encendido was actually quite spicy with a pronounced chile kick. (I am used to the dish being more on the savory side rather than spicy.) This was definitely a "tail on fire" experience. The oxtails were tender and plentiful in regard to portion size. There was a good mix of oxtail sizes. As the portion size was generous, there was plenty enough for three meals. Shrimp had a crisp, snappy texture which came with careful preparation in an alkaline solution. This was a good shrimp enhancement. There was an ample portion of shrimp in the dish as well. The black beans had a good flavor but the accompanying steamed white rice could have used a bit of seasoning to overcome the inherent blandness. Plantains were ripe and cooked tender with a caramelization on the edges. Mar Y Tierra was pricey at $49 but the generous portion size of the meal made it a good value. The restaurant itself was comfortable and understated in its decor. The outside patio is larger than the interior dining area. It was nice to dine outdoors in the patio. Service was good with friendly staff. Overall, it was a pleasant dining experience. Parking is plentiful in the lot. read more

Baracoa Cuban Restaurant - Mar Y Tierra. Rabo Encendido and shrimp served with rice, beans, and plantains. - Cuban Near Me - Palmdale, California

First time here. First I want to call out that Juan our server was excellent. Very attentive, great smile, made the lunch and first time here a super pleasant one. I ordered the chicken salad with a side of rice. The mango dressing was a big hit, just a bit too spicy for me. Others in my party ended up ordering for their food :) Rest of our order: Shrimp ceviche with plantain chips. Delicious!!! Spicy and very fresh. The steak sandwich with fries. Tender meat, soft bread, cooked perfectly. Fried plantains, perfectly sweetened, so good! I don't live in the area, just visiting family but when I'm back out here again, I'll be back to try the snapper! Plenty of parking, reasonable prices for their salads and sandwiches. Outdoor seating, with fans and a beautiful breeze. read more

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Solid 4.5 stars. The Oxtail stew is delicious like my mom's with less tomato flavor. I usually order at dinner when it's more tender. Stopped by for lunch and had to work to remove the meat from the bones. I order it with the dirty rice one time too. The plantains are the best. Service is very good and friendly. Ambience is nice and their outdoor patio adds addtl seating options. read more

Baracoa Cuban Restaurant - Oxtail my fave - Cuban Near Me - Palmdale, California

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Never again. Place empty and they say no tables available. We here to eat and hang out. Seems people a little lost. Never again in Palmdale. Going to Hollywood el floradito instead read more

Had dinner here recently with friends as I had been wanting to try it a while. It was crowded inside and we were turned away by the young door guy who said they did not have room for us, the evening of our visit. We were about to leave when I inquired about sitting outside on the patio, it was a little cool and windy with no one there. The young guy was not helpful and did not want to accommodate our party? An older gentleman stepped in offered to seat us and got the heaters going and we sat outside with heaters on each corner of our table, once we sat down so did another couple and we adjusted the heaters to encompass them as well. Another waiter came out to take care of the six of us, along with the older man who brought us menus. The food is very good, we started with a variety of appetizers. The Ceviche was very good and freshly prepared with pickled onions, arugula and avocado. A nice portion, enough to share. With the chips its a good start, lots of fresh chopped seafood. For my main course, I went for the Red Snapper, a beautiful presentation and delicious. All in all a very good meal. Once we got past the young guy at the door, it was a decent dining experience. My party of four, we dropped over $300 on dinner before a tip, that this eatery would have missed on had we allowed that boy to discourage us from eating there? It was pretty obvious he did not want to serve us. 4 Stars a good choice for a meal but would have been a 5 star review had it not been for the young inexperienced door guy... his misjudgement was a major flaw to me and hence the one star drop 01177 read more

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Had such a fun date night at Baracoa Cuban Restaurant! We ordered the Habana Bites sampler so we could try a little of everything, but the papa rellenas were hands down my favorite, crispy on the outside, flavorful and comforting on the inside. I could've eaten a whole plate of just those. The margaritas were a must ! They were actually delicious and not watered down. Great service, cute outdoor seating, and a really nice area. Perfect little spot for a fun night out. It was family friendly too my two kiddos enjoyed dinner. We will definitely be back! read more

Baracoa Cuban Restaurant - Cuban Near Me - Palmdale, California

I came here for lunch and sat outside on the patio. We ordered the ceviche del caribe & yuca frita to start. The ceviche was fresh and had a little kick. The yuca fritas are fried yucca root- nicely crispy & delicious garlic-lime mojo sauce. The Cubano Sandwich has slow roasted pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, mustard & mayo. The bread is toasty, meat is juicy and cheese melted- everything you need in a traditional cubano sandwich. Parking- big parking lot shared with other businesses read more

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In Palmdale you will find a great Cuban restaurant Baracoa Cuban, with many favorite dishes like Ropa Vieja, many cuban sandwiches, tostones and so on. The restaurant is tucked on the side of a the main plaza, on the back site, it has outdoor covered seating with many seating options, the ceiling has great lighting and fans, the indoor seating is very classy with a bar top and many top shelf liquor options. The food was amazing, we had the Baracoa Cubano with rosemary fries. The pork had a lot of flavor, the sandwich bread was soft and filled with an ample serving of pork. Our favorite dish was the Pollo Encendido, grilled chicken that was slow braised in a "spicy" creole sauce with onions and bell peppers, it is also served with a mound of white rice, black beans, pickled red onion slices and a few fried plantains. Wow, what a great dish, lots of flavor plenty of protein, this is the type of dish that leads you to want to come back. The dish is not spicy, I requested a spicer salsa, the staff was very accommodating. I am really looking forward to trying a variety of many other dishes on the menu. The Drinks, I would highly recommend the following, the Berry Mojito is prepared with muddled mint, lime, a house made berry syrup, with dragon berry bacardi topped with lime soda, the next drink was not only refreshing but had a solid amount of alcohol starting with the havana sunset with matusalem rum, cointreau orange liqueur, and the final drink was my favorite the rum Old Fashion, with a top shelf whiskey. They did a great job preparing the drinks that complimented the meals well. The setting is very chill, the staff are very welcoming and the food is top notch, I would recommend if you are looking for a very authentic Cuban food restaurant that you do not miss the opportunity to stop by, I know we will be back. read more

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What an absolute find all the way in Palmdale. Stumbled upon this hidden gem while driving up to Las Vegas and my good by FAR the best Cuban restaurant I have ever had. Incredible food, cocktails and the service was amazing. I'll make it an effort to come back here again. read more

Baracoa Cuban Restaurant - Cuban Near Me - Palmdale, California

Simply divine! A must-go if you're ever in the AV. One of very few restaurants in the area I'd actually 1000% recommend to people other than Lee Esther's!! They close at 9pm, and my partner and I arrived approximately 8:30pm. We were a bit worried we wouldn't be seated or we'd get there too close to last call but they thankfully served us. We opted to eat lighter for the road, sandwiches and mocktails, and nothing disappointed! Delectable meals and portions, full of flavor and richness; I was very pleasantly surprised by how good everything tasted. The outdoor seating area is probably the nicest outdoor area I've seen in a restaurant honestly. Really exquisite ambiance and perfect for a date night or fancier dinner with the fam. I can't wait to try more from their menu, I'm planning to come here again for sure! read more

I went to eat with my daugter she ordered pollo encendido sandwich, and I ordered traditional Cuban Sandwich, delicious both of them. Thank for the service, Christina was so nice . read more

Absolutely love coming here. Usually come to see Herbie Kae play his amazing saxophones. Always a great atmosphere with friendly staff. Shout out to the host Leo that has always gone above and beyond the help me and my friends get a table close to the entertainment. The food is beyond amazing. That Cubano Sandwich is to die for and for someone who doesn't like Flan, it is a game changer. Will definitely be back. read more

Baracoa Cuban Restaurant - Herbie Kae - entertainment - Cuban Near Me - Palmdale, California

@baracoacubanrestaurant Great food, amazing drinks. Big thank you to Leonardo and Juan for making our night enjoyable. We will get back soon. read more

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Can lie they have GREAT Cuban food especially they're sandwiches I can't remember which one was the best because they were all good highly recommend it read more

My rule of thumb is ...whenever you have the opportunity to try a cuisine that is rare in that city you must try it. They have many grilled sandwiches to try my go to every time would be pan con Lechon or a Cubano. This time I went in for the Lechon it was an epic choice!! read more

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What a lively and delicious dinner spot to eat with friends! We were super excited to come here and Juan was our server. He was very friendly, great, and overall did amazing serving us!!! He recommended for us several dishes and the appetizer he recommended sounded delicious and perfect to share with others so we chose it. The entrees we each ordered were cooked to order so it took a while but were worth it. The plates were large in person and all of us got full super quickly, leaving room for leftovers. We were thinking of dessert but we were all so full we just couldnt!!! I got the Bistec Empanizido and the sirloin steak was seasoned so well!! The plantains were delicious and I enjoyed chewing them. The plaza is quiet and peaceful, but the outdoor patio is bustling with latin music full of cumbia and salsa beats. There is nice fire furnaces to keep warm by. The indoor dining area gradually got dimmer and the music vibes went from upbeat to jazz-slow style music as the night went on. Overall super pleased with the spot and enjoyed our night!! read more

Baracoa Cuban Restaurant - Appetizer to share - Cuban Near Me - Palmdale, California

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It's wonderful to dine to find a unique class dining experience, especially in the antelope valley. And the food did not disappoint. It was exceptional. Only two things bothered me and it might just be me. One the margaritas are small and I did not like the taste. Now this is Cuban not Mexican restaurant so it may be that my expectations are off. The other is I called ahead to find out if my small dog is allowed on outside patio in a stroller. I was told yes! But when I got there was asked, if he is a "service" animal. Now I love my dog but this animal really has no talent. He is just a dog. I did what every American would do in my position, I lied. And I'm glad I did cause the food was great. read more

Edit- updated due to owners response that it's a deposit and goes towards your meal, their team member just didn't realize that, which is a bummer since we had to find a different restaurant . I've enjoyed this place in the past, so much so that I wanted to invite 10 people for a group birthday lunch. They charge 7$ per person for the group, needless to say we will not be going. The 8 people who have never been will not try it for the first time. I'll never go again nor recommend it further. Don Gus Mexican in Palmdale has been more than helpful. While I can understand a higher base gratuity $70 on top of the meal is unacceptable. read more

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Great coffee- some of the best I've had here! Super fast service, staff is aways on point and welcoming. Food is great, and always hot, cocktails are delicious as well. Have been here many times and will continue to return, already booked a reservation for my wedding anniversary next month They also do large reservations, which is great for a nob-chain establishment here read more

Craving for a good cuban sandwich for my wife and I, we stumbled into this restaurant. At this restaurant they serve 2 kinds so obviously we got both 1 with fries and 1 with plantain chips. On behalf of my wife and myself those sandwiches are delicious. Like I am a sandwich lover so believe me I have tasted many sandwiches in my day. We will be going back to get more, hopefully with an invitation to review more. Next time we will take pictures since the food didn't survive long enough too document. read more

This is officially our new favorite restaurant in Palmdale. Its beautiful and the food is fantastic! The drinks are also wonderful. I made reservations and we got a lovely booth. My husband and I shared a Baracoa Cuban sandwich, papas rellenas, chimichurri veggies, and black beans. Everything was so delicious. The veggies were packed with flavor. The black beans were so good. If I didn't live 2 hours away, id eat them every day! Their take on the Cuban sandwich was so good. The papas rellenas were fabulous. We enjoyed the sangria and my husband also had an espresso martini. We took empandas to go to eat later for a late night snack. They were really good. The service was great and ambiance was festive and fun. We will be back next time we are in the area. read more

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Our party of two came here on a Tuesday evening at 6 PM for dinner. We were seated promptly and the helpful wait staff came and took our order shortly thereafter. We ordered the ceviche and the traditional Cubano. I was shocked as to the portion size for the ceviche, normally restaurants will skimp on the protein, but this one was loaded with shrimp and I absolutely loved it. It was incredibly flavorful with the mango and avocado slices. That was great, but the standout for me was the traditional Cuban sandwich. I've had a few cubanos before, but this one ranks as one of my favorites. The list of ingredients is simple, but it was so incredibly delicious. I definitely recommend coming here if you're in the area! read more

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This was the best dining experience that I've had in the AV. I came here on a Saturday night in a party of 2 and was immediately seated. The dimly lit room, art, real candles gave the whole place good vibes. Our server helped walk us through the menu and even checked in on me when I looked dead due to being dehydrated from a long road trip. We ended up ordering yuca frita and papas rellenas for our appetizers and then ropa veija with congri (Cuban rice and beans) for the main entree. Our apps came in after ten minutes. The papas came with their rico sauce which was pretty good and tangy. The papas had pickled onions and the yuca had pickled cabbage. The yuca tasted like a giant french fry. The papas were super crispy on the outside and had a mashed potato like filling (but better tasting). Both of these appetizers were awesome but if I had to choose between the two I'd go for the papas. The ropa vieja came another 15 minutes after our appetizers and it is absolutely humongous. They gave mojo sauce to pour onto the congri and it also had pickled onions and plantains. There was a bay leaf in my rice that was a bit annoying but not a big issue at all. The meat was super tender and juicy. The plantains were soft but also firm and sweet. The bell peppers literally melted in the mouth. This was a really satisfying dish and was so big that I had to take some of it home as leftovers. This was an all around fantastic dining experience. If anybody says that there isn't any good food in Palmdale please invite them to eat here so they can change their mind. read more

Baracoa Cuban Restaurant - Papas Rellenas - Cuban Near Me - Palmdale, California

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Probably just not my style. Food: 3 - Braised Beef, black beans (meh) Bar: 4 - good wine selection Service: 5 - exceptional, shockingly fast Atmosphere: 4 - nice open small single room Could have been a 4, but I probably just don't like Cuban style dishes (haven't tried many). read more

Absolutely the Best. Highly recommended. I love their Baracoa Cubano sandwich. The Croquetas de jamon are a delicacy, they are so soft like butter. Potato balls Congri and fried yucas are a must with an iced cortadito coffee mmmmm. The Rabo Encendido (Ox Tail) chef kiss. Tour de Cuba is a must with friends and family. I can't say enough how good this place is. Lovely staff. Great ambiance. Excellent place to have lunch or have a celebration. Very cozy atmosphere. It's like home cooking. read more

The food was Amazing. I literally did not leave nothing left. The beef was soft juicy and full of flavor. The ox tails were not a disappointment for the hubby. No fat all meat. The service was great it was Valentine's Day and we had no reservations and was able to get a seat inside. By the time we were done the place was packed inside and out. Great ambiance outside for the spring summer vibe. I'm definitely coming back. Wish they had drink specials so I would order more. read more

Complete 180 on my opinion as of my last review. This review is for my last visit at the restaurant and catering services. Restaurant visit was fantastic. The highlight was the Rabo Encendido. I've never had this before and it was superb! Looking forward to my next visit and enjoying it all over again! Catering was one of the best I've ever had! Just some context, we used them for an event at AV Winery for about 120 people. To keep fried foods crunchy/crispy and not have them dry out or get soggy is an art in itself. The croquetas de jamón were next level, even hours after being cooked and they were still hot. (side note: way better croquetas than Porto's, save yourself the drive). Rice, beans, pollo encendido and ropa vieja were all phenomenal. The chicken was moist the day of and even the day after. For chicken to not dry out is amazing (not sure what secret they hacked here). The process from start to finish was phenomenal regarding staff and servers. Marilem made me feel like family throughout our various conversations. She was flexible, professional, kind and wonderful in her consistent and timely communication. I would 1000% recommend them for catering. I'm confident you'll be just as impressed as we were! read more

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Stopped by this Cuban place with my family. There was 10 of us and they gave a long table outside. It was a hot day, but the patio area was shaded and cool. The waitress was very friendly and accommodating. The food was soo good! We got the ceviche which was really tasty. It had a lot of seafood in it. The cubano sandwich was full of pork and a large portion. We got the garlic fries with it and they were crispy. My favorite was the lechon asado. The pork was very tender and moist. It paired well with their rice. I also loved the plantains. I would definitely come back again! read more

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Baracoa delivered a meal that felt like a warm hug from Havana. The ropa vieja was tender and rich, paired perfectly with fluffy rice, hearty beans, and sweet plantains that practically melted on the fork. Tangy pickled onions added a punch, and the portions were more than generous. The vibe was just as good--brick walls, patterned tiles, and a bar made for mojitos. The staff was friendly and helpful, and free parking was a bonus. My only wish? A changing table for us new parents (in men's restroom). Still, I'll happily be back for round two (and probably dessert). read more

Amazing place and Juan was great server. I will definitely be back at this place soon. I want everyone to know this is a clean and great restaurant where you will be treated with respect and care for your business. Order the garlic fries and the order of bread. Love Baracoa! read more

Baracoa Cuban Restaurant - Flan para postre For dessert Flan - Cuban Near Me - Palmdale, California

This place has very good flavors. Service is good, but I feel like our server was always in a rush. I also believe that is over priced for what it is. Patio area is double the size compared to inside area. It's very cold even with heaters. read more

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Short: I enjoyed my time at Baracoa Cuban Restaurant, the food is solid, service is friendly and an authentic menu / drink selection. Long: Baracoa Cuban Restaurant has an authentic menu and drink selection that was solid, even some cuban coffee. I tried the Lechon Asado which the plantains and sauce were amazing. The rice and beans were solid too, however the meat was lacking in flavor abit. Service was fast and friendly, and the atmosphere is nice. Overall, it's worth a try and a visit. read more

Baracoa Cuban Restaurant - Lechon Asado - Cuban Near Me - Palmdale, California

If you haven't been to Barbacoa Cuban Restaurant in Palmdale next to the auto mall, you are missing out. They have the most amazing Cuban food ever. Their appetizers are TDF. Thats what we had for dinner. I ordered the civiche which was the best I have ever had. They do not skimp on the shrimp. Huge pieces, avocado, coconut mango salsa. Wow. So delicious. Served with plantain chips. So yummy. My hubby got the chicken empanadas and potato balls. So amazingly delicious.Of course he had to finish every bite. Couldn't let it go to waste. Lol. The sauce they give to dip is the best. Lip smaking. As you can see, the appetizers are a meal in itself. I truly recommend ordering a bit of everything. The serving sizes are huge. I couldn't finish mine. Lunch tomorrow. Yay me... The service is undeniablely wonderful. Everyone that works there is so nice. Priced reasonably too. We love this little family-owned gem. read more

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Serving old rice is a no.. I got so disgusted, didn't eat my meal. Very bad first impression.. not sure I'll be back. Not the first review with bad/expired/old food being served. Hygiene speaks a lot about a restaurant. Maybe train the cooks proper food handling would help Gave us a flan to compensate and originally had charged us full amount. We had to speak up to get a discount. They did only charge the drinks and I'm glad they did. The food made me sick. I was sick all night with the runs.. flan was trash too. Left overs went right into trash as well read more

Baracoa Cuban Restaurant - Old tasted refrigerated and onion flavor with what seems like cilantro bits as "garnish"? - Cuban Near Me - Palmdale, California

I finally got a chance to visit Baracoa Cuban Restaurant in Palmdale, and I'm so glad I did! From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, with lively Cuban music playing and a vibrant energy in the air. The staff greeted us right away and made us feel like family. We started with an appetizer recommended by the waiter. We told him it was out first time there. It came with empanadas, which were golden, crispy, and bursting with flavor. For the main course, I had the Ropa Vieja,Lecchon and pollo ensendido. It was absolutely delicious--tender shredded beef in a rich, savory sauce, served with perfectly cooked black beans, rice, and sweet plantains. Every bite tasted fresh and authentic. The drinks were just as impressive. I ordered a berrymojito my husband ordered the Cuban club and they were refreshing, balanced, and not overly sweet. The alcohol bottles they have are some good ones. Additive free choices. This is a plus. Service was on point. Our server checked in just enough without hovering, and the food came out hot and timely. The live music added an extra layer of fun and you could tell people were really enjoying themselves. This is definitely one of those places that makes you feel like you've traveled somewhere special without leaving the Antelope Valley. Whether you're coming for dinner, drinks, or just the atmosphere, Baracoa is worth every penny. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

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Awesome dinner date with my bff.. amazing environment, nice and cozy ambiance was great food was amazing great taste and beautiful presentation. Thank you so much Lisa C. And Carlos C. Malena read more

"Papas Rellenes" & the Rib Eye were Excellent, but the Baracoa Cuban Sammy was a Star. Nice Wine list, & the Spanish pick was Smooth, Good Quality. Service Spot on, Clean Place, ambience simple but Upscale for a Relaxed Environment. Our First Time, but We'll be Back!. read more

The food was delicious! We ordered the appetizer which comes with everything and everything was delicious! I had the red sangria and that was also very delicious! My niece and sister both had the Guava juice, then i ordered the ropa vieja plate which was very tasty and a huge serving. My niece ordered the carne frita plate which it too was outrageously delicious. We had so much delicious food and the service was great as well. Our server was on point throughout! The ambiance is very nice! It's a very well appointed restaurant with a warm and comfortable feel! I would definitely return to Baracoa and highly recommend it! read more