It was my first time here and we came for the weekend brunch. So I can't give my full experience of…read morethis place. However, the food options were not that expensive and had decent portions. What made us go was the unlimited mimosas (or Bloody Marys and Blueberry Champagne punch) for $15.50 for 90 minutes. They were very attentive with refilling the glasses allowing us to get well over our moneys worth. We also got the tres leches which was pretty good but could have been soaked more but maybe it was because we came so early‍. As we got there right when it opened, it wasn't too crowded and have a good vibe. We definitely need to come back at night to get the full ambiance with music and dinner!

No matter what type of day this place is a VIBE and has been a staple since my husband was just a…read moreboyfriend lol. Now we have kids and visit regularly- with or without them. Love that it's family friendly- the staff ALWAYS includes us in fun conversations , and the food is consistently wonderful AND authentic. We try something new every single time we're here, and the staff is always happy to bring some plantain strips for my kids when we come in! Love and will remain regulars!

Friendly service and authentic Cuban flavor. Unique to find in this area! Loved the sauces that…read morecame with the empanadas. Can't wait to try some of the weekly specials.

Absolutely amazing. I wanted to surprise my Cuban and Spanish friends recently with authentic…read moreCuban food for a luncheon at my house. I am Italian and had no clue what to order. The owner Annarella was so kind and explained each food to me and put together such an amazing menu of fabulous food, it brought my guests to tears. They were so surprised and thought everything from appetizers to Annarella's grandmother's guava bread pudding was exactly like the food they grew up with. I am so grateful to her for making us such a memorable day and will absolutely do it again. Thank you Annarella. Rita

so so so yummy!! and the restaurant was beautiful although we did takeout. they were really kind!!read more

Food is made with love clearly, the seasoning is amazing. The ambiance reminds you of old Cuba…read morewhich is amazing and the point they are trying to get across. Lastly the servers and even owner come out regularly to check on you and provide great customer experiences.

Delicious Food! I recommend if you're in the area! Large variety of tasty Hispanic dishes…read moredefinitely worth the trip will be back soon!

After ordering online and receiving dry two day old chicken at 12 pm when they open at 10 am, I was…read moretold "I don't know who you are, if you have a problem come in and talk to me!" I'm at work how inconsiderate of your establishment after pay $16 for lunch. Very rude!

My family and I enjoyed this food and atmosphere. The bright colors, PR details, and salsa playing…read morereally set the mood for the delicious food. My wife is Puerto Rican. Pasteles are her favorite and getting them, especially good ones aren't easy but these pasteles were everything! Truly Christmas in July. I would go back just for those but the arroz con gandules and pernil were also good. We also had white rice, steak, red beans and plantains. All good and fed the entire family twice. I also had the tres leche cake as well.. yum. Service was good, most of the food available is offered cafeteria style so you can see it upon ordering. Some items are made to order to preserve the freshness. Those items are worth the wait. We look forward to enjoying this place again next time we are in town.

My friend and I stopped by this restaurant before going to a meeting to grab something for dinner…read more The food was full of flavor, fresh and service was friendly. Highly recommend

This is my second time coming here. It was a yelp event that brought us here first and it was…read moreamazing. I will say parking is street parking or side streets and can get a little crazy on weekends. Service is always great and you feel like you are a part of the family here. Food is always fresh and amazing. Anytime I am near here we stop regardless of being hungry or not. I absolutely am obsessed with their vaca frita and black beans. It's a huge portion so leftovers are always good. My boyfriend always orders their cubano as he said it is the best one he has ever had. Their Maduros are also sweet and crisp and never greasy. We also tried their choripan sandwich and it was awesome. We've never had thinly sliced chorizo which eliminates the usual oil and messiness. Always an amazing meal. We also tried their pineapple Cuban smoothie and ended the meal with their delicious flan.

I would give Cha Cha in Kenilworth 2 stars…read more This was my first visit, and while the service was friendly and welcoming, the food itself was very disappointing. I appreciated the complimentary yuca fritters with special sauce, which was a kind gesture. However, the overall quality, freshness, and authenticity of the main dishes did not meet expectations. Parking is very limited street parking. The Cuban breaded steak was the biggest disappointment. A proper Cuban-style breaded steak should be thin, tender, savory, garlicky, slightly citrusy, well-seasoned, evenly breaded, and pan-fried until crisp and golden. The version I received tasted oddly sweet, the breading separated from the meat, and the steak had a gummy texture with an old-looking color. It did not have the freshness or clean savory flavor expected from this classic dish. The red beans were very concerning. They tasted strongly like vinegar, and I had to spit them out. When I looked closer, there appeared to be a white, murky-looking substance in them. Beans should never taste sour or vinegary unless something is wrong. Cuban-style red beans should be creamy, savory, aromatic, and well-seasoned with garlic, onion, peppers, cumin, oregano, and bay leaves. The white rice was also not acceptable. It was hard, did not taste fresh, and had a vinegar-like smell and flavor. It appeared as if older rice may have been mixed with newer rice. Proper Cuban white rice should be fluffy, clean-tasting, separated, and neutral in flavor. The moro with black beans and rice was better than the white rice, but still lacked depth. It needed more bay leaf flavor and stronger Cuban seasoning. A good moro should have a rich, savory base from sofrito, garlic, peppers, onions, beans, broth, herbs, and slow cooking so the rice absorbs the flavor. The oxtail was tender and okay, but it did not fully deliver the deep, rich Cuban-style flavor I expected. Traditional Cuban oxtail should be slow-braised with garlic, onions, peppers, tomato sauce, wine, herbs, and spices until the sauce becomes rich and the meat is deeply seasoned. This oxtail tasted acceptable, but it seemed as though it may have been prepared a day or two before and reheated. I understand that many restaurants legally prepare certain foods a day ahead, especially dishes like beans, stews, and oxtail. However, food should still taste fresh and be stored, cooled, reheated, and handled according to food safety standards. Sour or vinegar-like flavors in rice or beans can sometimes indicate fermentation, spoilage, or improper storage, and that should never reach the customer. The best part of the meal was the dessert. The vanilla flan was very good, and the coconut flan was excellent. The coconut flan was rich, creamy, and full of coconut flavor, with shredded coconut pieces that added texture and made it stand out. That dessert showed real potential. The prices were reasonable, but reasonable pricing does not make up for poor freshness and low food quality. It did look like they may do better with sandwiches and empanadas, which I did not try and perhaps should have ordered first. I cook Cuban food, Puerto Rican food, and other traditional dishes myself, and I lived in Miami for over nine years. I also learned from Cuban friends who cook authentic Cuban food at home. Because of that, I know how these dishes should taste. In my opinion, the dishes I tried did not represent Cuban cuisine with the freshness, authenticity, seasoning, or care it deserves. The restaurant may have people who know how to cook, but based on this visit, it seems the kitchen has lost some of the authenticity and discipline needed to serve fresh, properly prepared Cuban food. Food that tastes sour, vinegary, old, or questionable should never be served to customers. The service and desserts were the highlights, but the main dishes need serious improvement in freshness, food handling, seasoning, and respect for authentic Cuban cuisine. There are several areas that need improvement. Freshness and food safety should be the main priority. Rice and beans should never taste sour or vinegary unless intentionally prepared that way, and food that seems old or questionable should not be served. The breaded steak should be freshly breaded, crispy outside, tender inside, and properly seasoned with authentic Cuban flavors like garlic, citrus, cumin, oregano, and bay leaves. The rice should be fluffy, the beans creamy, and the oxtail deeply seasoned and fresh-tasting. I believe the restaurant may have cooks who understand Cuban cuisine, but the kitchen needs to reconnect with freshness, consistency, authenticity, and stronger food handling standards. Cuban food is rich in flavor, comfort, and cultural pride, and with improvement this restaurant could better reflect that tradition.

I like to comment on the good experience last Saturday,Aug15, when we celebrated the birthday of…read moremy husband. Jorge, the Manager did a great job - assigned two good ladies to wait on the table for 17 people . The food and the drink served were very good and was served well. With the reservation placed last minute- all enjoyed the gathering! Thank you! - Guests took note of the good experience and will surely come back to dine here again.

This is one of my favorite restaurants to dine at in-person. I've moved away now, but my family is…read morestill there and Casual Habana holds a special place in our hearts. From birthdays, to casual meals, to my despedida to move cross country. I've just ordered a special meal for my mom's birthday and received photos. I cannot express how utterly disappointed I am in this order. For dishes more than $30, the portions are pathetic. Again, we are no stranger to this restaurant and know what it's like to dine here. This was meant to share among three people and it seems far from enough. Especially the main dishes of Paella, Pescado Frito, Cazuela de Mariscos. Just look at them compared to the in restaurant photos. The sides are really sad compared to what we'd get in restaurant too.

My wife and I went shopping to the outlet stores stopped in for a bite to eat family run. Food was…read moreexcellent. Will eat there again.

Incredible food, incredible service, thank you for being so hospitable. I will be back on my next…read moretrip out here!

Got introduced to this wonderful Cuban restaurant when they were in Queens over 30 years ago. They…read moreclosed that location and now operate out of Huntington and New Hyde Park. Their food, service and hospitality has been always been five star. So when something is so good why change, just expand. We visit the Huntington location quite often. We start with Pina Coladas and Cuba Libre (rum and coke), for appetizers the chorizo and tamales. While there is an assortment of meats, fish and chicken, our favorite is the ropa veija, tender shredded beef in a wonderful sauce with the best steamed white rice and of course madoros. Another hit of ours is the breaded steak and my new favorite, the broiled flounder. Our next dish will be the paella. Just need to call ahead. The Flan, Tres Leches cake and Cuban coffee is always a good ending. The service is always top notch. Red and white table cloths. A bar area with a separate dining area. You may even be lucky to catch a unique celebration song and dance by one of the staff. Make sure you have your camera ready. And a special thank you to Raul. The last time we were there, I tried a new dish that was good, but not something that enjoyed. Don't you know it, Raul surprised me and sent me home with a serving of Ropa Vieja. Thank you Raul.

Greetings Fellow Yelpers, Food fabulously. Ambiance…read morefabulously homey and Rudy is the BOMB!!' Applause

The Cuban has great service. Came here once for brunch and once for dinner…read more Brunch was excellent and they have a nice brunch menu. We were seated upstairs because they had a large party downstairs. They have a fun Happy Birthday presentation as another table was celebrating someone's special day. The dinner food was tasty, BUT, everything was a bit overly salty and it made me very thirsty. I am not sure if it was an off night or if the food is normally so salty. We may give it another try in the future as I do love Cuban food.

Consistent and go to Cuban restaurant! We have been coking here for quite some time now and it…read morealways really good. On the weekends there is live music upstairs and can get noisy. But if you wanted a quiet dinner, downstairs is the place to be. Staff here is very nice and attentive!