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Havana Rumba

4.4 (581 reviews)
ModerateCuban
Closed 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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HAVANA RUMBA ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Casual
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Dogs allowed

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Cary M.

Like usual the food was great!! The empanadas were good. The tostones with vaca (beef) with melted cheese were great. I got the Ceasar salad with the yucca croutons and enjoyed it. My main meal was the masas de Puerco (fried pork chunks) with tostones and yucca. All delicious! My wife ordered the pollp empanazado which is a flattened, fried chicken breast. She enjoyed it. Dad ordered the service with banana chips. He seemed to enjoy it. He also enjoyed the lobster bisque. My mom ordered the shrimp dish but said the oil upset her stomach. My son ordered the vaca frita(fried beef). He liked it; one of his favorites. It was my son's birthday so they played the saxophone for him and gave him a free dessert. They gave me a military discount. Great place and will return.

Blackberry Mojito
Nathan T.

Live music, and some of the best mojitos you can buy. Tried the blackberry and the guava one and left happy. They sneak up on you, don't have more than 3 if you want to drive home immediately. My dish and appetizers didn't disappoint. This place gets packed at early dinner time between 5-7. If you want to guarantee a spot without a wait, I'd make a reservation. Service is efficient, take your time and decide what you want. I'd maybe consider looking at the menu before you come to save a little more time. Lots of options

Yochanan H.

We had finished up for the week, and I had promised the Capt. and the staff that we would have dinner and discuss our approach for the other locations. We all decided on Havana Rumba, which I had visited before because folks have issues with spicey foods. I advised them that it was Cuban, not Mexican. They enjoyed the setup and the live music for the evening. Our food was freshly prepared and not spicy, and the restrooms were clean. The only issue we had was the lack of parking because it does so well, so there aren't many parking spaces available. Still, everyone in our party mentioned that they'll likely return.

Empanadas
Lorie L.

Fantastic lunch today and it provided exactly what I was craving. Guacamole and plantains - yes, all day! They were kind enough to bring out nacho chips for my husband because of his allergies. I also ordered a side salad and empanadas. The only item I wouldn't recommend is the queso. It was thin and watery. Lots of seating inside and out plus a party room for rental. Everyone that helped us was friendly and helpful. Service was attentive. I'm already planning another pick up of guacamole and plantains!

Pescado a la Parrilla
MaryCarol K.

Havana Rumba. You know her and you love her. But last time I went boy was I blown out of the water with the Pescado a la Parrilla! DELICIOUS fish fillet with a cilantro and garlic rub. I fear from now on I will have trouble trying anything else on the menu after having this yummy of a meal. Inside the ambiance is a little loud with live music but it's worth it. In order to set a seat outside most nights I would recommend calling ahead of time. Of course the service is steady, quick & kind. We love Havana Rumba and always will.

Melissa Z.

This spot has limited hours and is packed during every one of them! And we see why! Upon arrival, the vibe, the lights, the colors, the atmosphere, is wonderful! The food is DELICIOUS! We had the steak quesadilla special which was perfectly seasoned and incredibly tender, the grilled veggie plate which is LIP SMACKING and seasoned perfectly, and the vaca Frita which was also DELICIOUS! Had peppers added which isn't traditional but tasted fabulous! Also had the spinach and cheese empanada! Perfect! The pastry was scrumptious and the filling was so soft and flavorful! Took home some cafe Cubano and it was perfect as well.

Pollo Empanizado (Chicken and Tomato sauce served with rice, beans and plantain)
Neisha H.

This place had me thinking about their food days after it was so yummy. Everything is recommended, the only issue are the hours are a little weird (open at 5pm on weekdays). Delightful food, perfect for a casual quick bite or an impactful dinner with family and friends. Huge indoor and outdoor dining, great for large parties. Did I mention the food was delicious?

Grilled vegetables!!!!
Toya G.

I wasn't very hungry. I'm vegan. So, I requested the grilled vegetables with no butter or oil. They tasted great!

Seafood at Havana Rumba.
Joe B.

This is one of our favorite restaurants in town. We met with friends and family recently to have a meal there. It's always been a positive experience. Both food and service are very good. Do remember to get reservations rather than taking a chance and having to wait a bit for a table. And don't forget to order a margarita if you are in the mood for an alcoholic beverage.

Kelly S.

I had a delicious dinner recently at Havana Rumba. We also ordered the plantains and queso for an appetizer but it was too good that there's no picture evidence We were seated quickly, which we were pleased with due it to being a Friday evening. We chose to sit inside since it was still warm out, but the patio looked wonderful and there was live music outside!

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Love that you enjoyed the vibe! Our team will be thrilled to hear it.

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So glad you enjoyed it! We’ll be ready with another mojito next visit.

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Thank you so much, Melissa! We are so glad you chose us!

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10 months ago

Lively, outstanding restaurant. Excellent food, drinks, and service. Live music. A great place to go with friends and all around experience!

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Ask the Community - Havana Rumba

Can you dine outside?

Yes you can

Is it open for dine in?

Yes. They have a couple options. There is an open air section where they roll up the large windows and they also have a more enclosed dining area.

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Old San Juan Cuban & Latin Cuisine - Plantains

Old San Juan Cuban & Latin Cuisine

4.4(214 reviews)
57.9 mi
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It has been a long time since I last reviewed Old San Juan Cuban Cuisine. The owners have changed…read more The new owners have kept up the quality and even added to the menu selection. This is a wonderful place. Great food. And, real cubancoffee. I get the coffee with milk - maybe I'm a wimp, but it is perfect for me. The proprietors are wonderful. I highly recommend it. It may be a bit different than what most locals are used to. It is worth visiting and opening your experiences.

I had a summer Friday off and decided today was the day that I tried this restaurant!…read more I am so happy I did, I had a late lunch and was the only one in the place, everyone I encountered was kind helpful. I looked at the menu but already knew I was ordering a Cuban sandwich. They had many favors of Jarritos I was happy before I even got food! I got an amazing sandwich with pork and cheese, and enough for 2 servings. I really felt like I was in Miami where I had my somewhat authentic in the US Cuban. They had a huge take out business, that means the folks working in the offices around them approve. I did not try any of the side dishes, but that is a reason to go back. The location was easy to get to with easy parking, the staff was friendly and make you feel like family. This is a bit of out of the way for me, but I will be back.

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Hola Havana Cuban Restaurant - Holla Pollo Bowl

Hola Havana Cuban Restaurant

4.6(139 reviews)
61.5 mi
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Update: I have now tried their Picadillo the Chicken Milanesa and I enjoyed both very much, but I…read morekeep coming back to the Vaca Frita -the strong flavors and incredible textures! Sometime I need to try the Bistec De Palomilla. Apparently it incorporates similar flavors to the Vaca Frita with a garlic lime sauce over Cuban-style sirloin steak and onions. I should also mention that I love their rice and beans and house made hot sauce!

I ordered a pick-up order of the Cuban Sandwiches with sides of Jaba'o Rice. I was shocked that…read morethere was an up charge for added mustard (.25),.50 for added pickles (dill) and .75 for added Swiss Cheese. We didn't add any upgrades. Neither I nor my date could taste any Swiss Cheese. The Cuban bread was perfect. More pork than ham, but no swiss cheese taste. When I lived in Miami, Cuban restaurants offered sweet or dill pickles. I would have prefered sweet pickles. I was also alarmed that there was a .45 charge for take-out packaging. The Jaba'o rice was very good but bland as you would expect. I would suggest it be served with Pepperoncini Peppers. In summary. The bread was perfect. The Pork, Ham and Swiss Cheese was not in balance. It needed a little more mustard. Not enough Swiss cheese and pickles. I know Cuban sandwiches can be served with either sweet or dill pickles. I prefer sweet. No option. If they want to break the blandness of the Jaba'o rice, they will add a few pepperoncini peppers on the side. I will order again, I'll add more swiss cheese (at home) a little more dark mustard, and replace the dill pickles with sweet pickles. I will serve the Jaba'o rice with 2 pepperoncini peppers.

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Chacabanas - Beef empanada and croquette

Chacabanas

4.9(38 reviews)
81.1 miOver-the-Rhine
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Chacabanas was excellent from start to finish! Great spot for Cuban cuisine…read more I had both beef and chicken empanadas. The pastry was very flaky and crispy. Between the savory beef and chicken, I could not pick my favorite. The Yuca fries were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, creating a great texture combination. They were seasoned with garlic oil and sprinkled with shredded cheese. After these, I had to try the El Cubano. It was a home run, a really delicious and well made sandwich. And everyone has a little room for dessert. Both the Flan and Tres Leches were the perfect was to cap off this outstanding meal. Chacabanas is

In Cincinnati, while visiting Findlay Market, a friend said I should hit up this Cuban place for a…read moregood sandwich. I heard positive things about the food and the owner from two people who live here. There is not much seating here. There are a few stools, but they are not that comfortable. My older mother couldn't sit on them. If the weather is nice, you can sit outside. Luckily, it was nice and we were able to eat across the street outside the market and grab a beer at the external bar. We grabbed a mix of food items. The El Cubano was delicious and filling! I couldn't taste the mustard too much, but the meat was well seasoned. The bread is crispy and soft all at the same time! I would definitely get another one. The empanadas exceeded expectations. We had one chicken and one beef. The chicken was so flavorful and juicy! The crust on the empanadas is flaky but soft, very well done. The beef was more savory and a little less juicy than the chicken. They both tasted great. We had green sauce, which helped make both even better. The yuca fries were the best I've ever had. Skinny enough to not be too gummy or dense. I only wish I got more. They were delicious in the green sauce. I'm not sure if the sauce was for the yuca or the empanadas, but it was phenomenal on both. Prices were decent. Staff was friendly. The food didn't take long. I'm not sure about other Cuban food in Cincy, but this is pretty solid.

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