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1.0 of 5 stars.
Overpriced and mediocre food, this was much better when it was Emerald Garden. This place is the worst place on Park St.
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Half off Mojitos, every Monday. hmmmmTo quote another reviewer "WOW, that's a really good mojito" I had the mango and traditional flavors. Would have had more but had to drive home at some point....
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Lunched at Havana after realizing Pappo is closed on Mondays. And after a brief moment of panic on my part, we decided on Havana. It ended up being a good thing. Havana did not disappoint I was joined...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love their Mojitos 's menu. There are a lot of selection and my favorite one is PEACH. I went there for happy hours with 3 of my friends. We order a pitcher of the De Peach Mojito. They are awesome...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
great mojitos, friendly service and good food! We had several tapas, a couple of dinners and salad, etc. among 5 people, so we were able to sample a bunch of things on the menu. My fav. was the...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great shrimp cerviche. Excellent mussels, and steak. Enjoyable ambiance, and wonderful staff. All in all, I'll come back another time :)
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'm giving Havana a solid * *. My husband and I recently went here for lunch. On the up side they had a decent ambiance, good service and pricing on par with their caliber and quality. The food was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A friend of mine met me here for cocktails and apps the other day. The first thing... the interior looks like a high school cafeteria from the 50s. I thought... wtf? Aqua colored counter top and lots...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Staff totally ignored us for a good 10 minutes and even moved us from the the stools, even though it wasn't that busy. At one point the bartender looked directly at us, then refilled straws and...
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Tried for lunch here today with the lovely Betty H., only to be thwarted by a disappointing lack of customer service.11:27 - Meet up with Betty in front of Havana. Totally looking forward to a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Have you ever had one of those friends? You know, the one who can be the absolute life of the party, always there with a smile or a pick-me-up - but who can turn on a dime into the biggest hot mess...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
After eating at Havana a couple times, I had to update my review and seriously downgrade my comments. The food is still good, but their prices have definitely gone up, and the last two times I went...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I can't believe some people only gave this place 2 or 3 stars. I've eaten here 3 or 4 times, have tried probably half of the appetizers and entrees and have found them all DELICIOSO. Seriously great...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Came here on a Tuesday night and got seated right away. The decor is very cute and modern...for Alameda! I was definitely impressed. We got a pitcher of original mojito and there wasn't enough...
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2.0 of 5 stars.
So I went here a year ago and remembered it being excellent. I went again last week and it was not. Overpriced, ceviche had very little fish, generally very stingy portions on all the tapas. The...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Note: 5 stars for Bay area cuban because it's the best and almost only place I could find up here though their menu could use some more items like other Cuban places.We'd been meaning to try this...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We came in on Friday night for a few drinks. We didn't try anything on the food menu other than the plantains maduros, which were very tasty. But the highlight of the night, by far, was the mixed...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I guess I am a little more enthusiastic about this place than most. I love their traditional mojita's and much of the food.The shrimp in cream sauce Tapas is wonderful, ditto the fish dishes, ditto...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, I had mad cravings for cuban food after channel surfing, finding the food network, and catching the episode of Paula Deen's Havana in Savannah with Daisy Fuentes as guest along with the grand...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great food and even better mojitos!
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I wanted to love this place, since the bay area in general has a dearth of good cuban food, and this place was in my own backyard. I've been twice, and, other than the unique and tasty mojitos, I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I loved it here. Me and two of my girls came here for their b-day. It's in the same month so I figured I'll kill two flies with one rubber band . You heard me-I'm downright dangerous!! The...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The food gets a one star in my opinion first off the place is very nice good atmosphere good service and i hear the mojito are great but i did not feel like a drink that night so...when it comes down...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutely love the color scheme of this restaurant! Stepping inside makes me feel like I've step into a whole new world compared to the other restaurants in Alameda. Lunch time is the best to enjoy...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This was my first trip to Alameda. What a cute town! Havana was delicious. The mojitos were just so-so but the food was really tasty. The table shared some apps: Boniato Garlic Fries Guava...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My friend pulled me into Havana when I was walking down the street. I was in a rush but i went in anyways to have a couple mojitos with he and his brother. I have not had a chance to try the food but...
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I really want to like this place. I have been a handful of times and was excited when a hip place like this opened on the island. The mojitos are good, very good, in fact the classic mojito is...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Enjoyed some nice tapas with my husband celebrating his birthday. We were laughing at how we just weren't quite as hip as everyone else in there. BUT it didn't really matter. Very nice crew & we...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So I returned on a "Mojito Monday" with my sisters. I had mentioned to our waitress that during my last visit, my mojito tasted like it didn't have any alcohol in it and asked if they could make it a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Mojitos Mondays. All Menued mojitos half off. I love the Peach one and tried the Tequila one the last time. Tapas were good. The mussels are so good I soaked the sauce up w the bread.
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
They had food here??I was in mojito heaven so I didn't really have time or space for any of that. I just saw a bunch of mojitos on the menu that sounded tasty, so I ordered as many as I could. I can't...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Havana ~ trendy Cuban resort decor with casual relaxing atmosphere. Was not too full for a "Holiday" Monday, but can definitely see a night crowd.Satisfied my appetite with tapas. La Furia Chalaca...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
what more can I add to the other reviews. Not much. Great food, service is excellent. Love the plantains, ceviche, hallibut, pork chop and Mojitos. Never seem to have enough room for dessert but I...
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We had dinner here on a Saturday night and it was packed. We were able to get a round bench table at the back end and it was cozy for a group of nine. Great ambiance and service. Love the big life...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Havana, Havana, Havana....what else says Cuba other than Havana and rum? I'll tell you what. Mojitos.This place is hands down the go to place for pitchers of mixed mojito goodness. The bar tender was...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Despite all the mixed reviews, I think Havana's is a pretty classy place for a date night or a fun night out. The service was great, prompt, and friendly. We were greeted and seated immediately....
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2.0 of 5 stars.
We went here for lunch on Mother's Day and we didn't have to wait. Yey! We were seated at the very end of the restaurant because there were 6 of us and I think it was very comfortable seating. My...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place has so much potential, but the food was just mediocre.I still think if you haven't been there you should check it out. It has a nice atmosphere and good drinks. The food isn't bad, it's...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place gets pretty dang packed on the weekends! I drive by it all the time during the weekdays and there's no wait. There's a bit of a wait to expect during the weekends. There's a side area by...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Havana is very good restaurant - full stop! The tapas are nice, the entrees delicious and the mojitos rock. The service is always great. They need to improve the wine list - not with pricey, exotice...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's kind of an older dumpy place that they fixed up and painted nicely. The food is good, a bit pricey, and the portions not big. The menu selection is kinda small. Parking is street only, but you...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went out here about a month or so ago. Don't need reservations for groups smaller than 7, so you are served as you arrive. Never been a big Mojito fan, but I have to admit... these Mojitos RULED!...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
a measure of good service is how the staff handles things when they get something wrong. The bartender/host/waiter earns major stars for1. listening to my friend complain about her drink being too...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went to Havana for the first time today, I started off with the Colada mojito which was pretty good, but personally it didn't taste much like coco to me. They brought us a nice helping of bread and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'm always on the hunt for a good Cuban restaurant, see my reviews for Habana in O.C. and La Bodequita in Palo Alto. Tried Havana on a Friday night and was pleasantly surprised. I was a bit suspect...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
To start you do not need reservations unless you have a party of 8 or larger, even on Fridays and Saturdays. (I tried calling earlier in the day to set it up and it is first come first served.)It is...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
the decor was ok, nothing that makes you feel more welcomed or particularly happy to be there. minus points for paper on the table cloths. the music was good.the service was ok. they came around...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
By far the best mojitos in the world. I wish you could order the chicken sandwich for dinner which has mangoes on it and is absolutely the best thing on the menu but it is only a lunch item. I like...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent De Pina Mojito! Cool Vibe and atmosphere, dimmly lit room with a canlde lit table, perfect for a date. The seating is very close together so you almost feel like you are dining with...
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I have been to this restaurant four times. Once when they first opened and I forgave them because they were so new. Again for lunch to see if the lunch menu was any better and no not any better. Twice...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food was delicious but it could use a "dash" of salt...I ordered the Plantain crusted Halibut, Shrimp Ceviche and crab cakes..Don't order the crabcakes. The crab cakes tasted "store bought." I've...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Mojitos are the absolute BEST. Bartenders are awesome. I had to change our reservation 3 times before we arrived (flaky friends) and the hostess was very patient. Our table was ready when we arrived,...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Who would of thought you can get some Cuban Latin Nites in the heart of Alameda! A friend's birthday brought us here, its a great spot! Loved the ambiance. Its trendy, authentic and fun! Nice...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, stepping into the restaurant alone is an experience; beautiful, clean and great music. The Mojito's I was a little disappointed with. The Mulatto was nice and strong, the mango was a little off...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best places to eat in Alameda or the world. lolYOU MUST GO HERE FOR MOJITO MONDAY! JONATHAN IS THE BEST BARTENDER! 1/2 OFF MOJITOS BY GLASS AND PITCHER. It's AMAZING! I went every monday...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Ok--lemme start with the good:vibrant photos of Havana hanging on the wallsnice serverthe sweet potato mashNow the bad:It's not really Cuban food folks. I don't really get the appeal of over-priced...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This place looks nice, I really liked the colors, and the pictures. They even had a picture of what appeared to be Flava Flav in a dress, smoking a cigar with a jolly looking white man on a Havana...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The restaurant is a winner, with good food and better service, although the decor seems very sterile to me. The bar and the 'tenders are fantastic. very good drinks, strong and tasty, and the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My girl Lisa L. suggested we hit up Havana and my oh my, was I highly pleased! I felt as if I were in Brooklyn - perhaps Smith St - and I immediately loved how the front area of the restaurant let the...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'd go 3 1/2 stars, but our waitress made this a 4.Good food, but small expensive portions.Dinner was almost $70 for two people, with a few cocktail. It was busy, but we were seated in 30 minutes at...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I had high hopes for Havana, based on the smells coming out of the kitchen on arrival. I'll say the food was really good, the mixed grill tapas and the garlic fries (made with some sweet potato) were...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Why do most restaurants always taste better the first time around? Came here for V-Day and must say it was the bomb. Came here again recently and the food was just average. Maybe it was what I...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This seems to be one of the new hot spots in Alameda for great food, and it has a lot of great upside! I feel like the restaurant does give off a nice south Florida vibe... By that i mean the white...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Cramped bar, cool photographs, minimal decor. Mojito was good, and not chintzy on the alcohol. My dish was very good (Sea Bass), but I found Havana to be pricey for what it is. Waiter wasn't the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great ambience! Food was awesome! If I had a complaint, it would be that our server described the paella entree as being generous. I'm accustomed to BIG pans of Spanish bliss. What came out of the...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been wanting to check this place for awhile, and this past weekend I finally got a chance...The food-YUM! We started with the crab cakes, one for each of us-perfect! I had a fish dish (I can't...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
In 62 minutes I will be heading out to stuff my face with Havana's sweet goodness. I know better now to not order the twice fried plantains. I also know to order just one mojito, the traditional,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Returned here tonight and definitely had a better dining experience than last time! My boyfriend and I were seated immediately this time and my Adobo chicken was very good! Last time I thought the...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Havana is real okay. The food is okay. The decor in the dining room is okay. The service is okay. I've had a better mojito, for a cuban place, Havana should really have better mojitos. If you're...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I hated this place, I really did. I was visiting some friend in Alameda who were sweet enough to take me out to dinner and I hate the fact that they spent money on this place. The pitcher of mojitos...
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Not impressed.Food was okay...service needed some work, I agree with the comment about a lack of social skills. The one plus was that a maitre d' came back to our table to check up mid-meal, a nice...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The clean lines of the eye catching photography looms large and lovely. The service was so asleep that it tainted the experience. We enjoyed the appetizers as a meal, and the plantains shined thru . I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
To make a long story short:wonderful foodwonderful servicewonderful MojitosI will be back!Good variety and quality of Mojitos. Wonderful food, and really nice atmosphere. I went for a girl's night...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for the first time with my boyfriend and LOVED this place. The ambiance is easy-going with comfortable lighting, homely portraits/paintings, friendly waiters. We got there around 6:30pm...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the food is very tasty, but not particularly "cuban". maybe it was the selection of tapas we ordered but it definitely seemed "fused"... but hey, it's california.the flan at the end was incredible....
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I Love This Place Not Only Because My Friend Is One OF the cOOks There But The FoOd is Really YUMMY!!! I had The Chicken Adobo OMG I was In LOve .......... I have been here a few times and Every...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been back to Havana twice since my last review... I still think the Mojitos are off the hook!! The last time I went my husband & I shared the Plantain Crusted Salmon, It was pretty good. It...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My dad and I came here for lunch last week. The interior is bright and fresh, really soothing, especially mid-day. The lunch menu was small (I wonder if there are more dinner selections) but I still...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was not a fan of Cuban food, but I changed my mind. I like Havana. I went there with 2 of my friends, We ordered the same entree of halibut and shared the yummy mango salad...everything was great....
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Good was excellent, the mojitos were alright, but then again I'm not a mojito type of girl...something about the mint..anywho, service was great!
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It was ok. Wasn't the best Cuban food I've had. We ordered plantains and they were a bit hard. The mojitos were ok. Nothing to write home about. I would expect mojitos to be top notch coming from...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Met an old friend here (she's not old, we've just known each other since high school) for lunch on a weekday. Not busy at 11:30 when they opened...we were the only ones in there for a bit. Atmosphere...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had a nice lunch here recently - halibut ceviche and sandwiches (cuban & ropa vieja). Yummy stuff. Good service and the interior reminded me of Miami - since I've never been to Cuba I guess that's the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Ewww...what a disappointment. I waited for this joint to open as it was supposed to have killer mojitos (which they're good but not good enough to bring me back to that IKEA 2 foot bar), great Cuban...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food was not too bad, but it took us forever to get seated
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutely love this place ! I've tried almost everything on the menu and its one of the best Cuban places i've been to...ever !My favorite dish is the corn soup...OMFG....you have to try this to...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had the lowest expectations going into this place. I used to live in Walnut Creek for a minute, and everyone was slamming the Havana there. Having tried many different Cuban Places in my life, and...
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Lousy serviceso-so foodbad mojitosgood cubansNOT WORTH IT OVERALL!
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I think 3.5 stars is a pretty accurate representation of the food here. Came with a gf during happy hour (4:30-6pm) on a Thursday - it was fairly empty but people slowly started to come in. Ordered...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3.5 is more like it. The decor was really nice and vibrant. I ordered the pallea, that was yummy. They give you a good amount, I could only finish half of it. The garlic fries were yummy, but I don't...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I drove by here a lot of times before actually trying it, I guess it always looked "unfinished" to me. But don't be fooled by the look when you first walk in, the dining room is nice and cozy and I...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Like the 2 stars said, "Meh. I've experienced better." Been here once and will probably never return to eat...drink maybe, but not to eat (Mojitos here are $6-7! Haven't tried it yet, but that's...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
After leaving Quick Communications and inquiring about the Blackberry Storm. I pass by Havana's. I've heard many mixed reviews about this place before but I decided to give this place a try because...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Went here a while back; spent most of the time criticizing the decor (and the food)! While the bar is attractive, the rest of the restaurant is all over the place.Wrong color choices; the bright blue...
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Stopped by for dinner tonight and everything was lovely! My party of three ordered mostly off the tapas menu and the meal was just right...Highly recommend the shrimp ceviche and arugula salad....Also...
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This restaurant/bar is a great place to hang out or just to find a place to relax. The service is excellent and the staff is friendly too. Price range is reasonable for Cuban food. There is also a...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Havana is a very chic well thought out restaurant. The manager came by several times which was okay but one time is enough! The decor is soooo miami and being that I love miami it was right on. I am...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Havana is really trying, but just doesn't quite have it. After multiple visits here, this most recent dining experience confirmed that spotty service and questionable food are a business cornerstone....
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i went there with a friend for drinks, so i can't say anything for the food, but the pitcher of mojitos we had was damn good and the bartender that served us was attentive, hot & made a damn good...
yelp.com - user review - 12/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We went here for a Friday evening dinner, early like 5:30pm so it was during happy hour. I don't drink so I ordered the virgin Mojito, or as we like to call it the Nojito. It was super yummy. Then,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Jolly Roger and I decided to ride over to Havana on a recommendation of an aquaintance. I wasa bit hesitant because I was suffereing a pretty bad allergy attack and could barely taste or smell...
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went there for happy hour (half priced mojitos!). We were the first ones there (isn't it great to be a lush on a Tuesday?), ordered the De Pina mojito. I thought it was a bit sweet, but the other...
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dang, I should have reviewed this sooner, because I'm drawing somewhat of a blank here. Let's see, it could be aging or just that the Mojitos were just right! I know for sure that 5 stars are for...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
this place is very very hit or miss. i went with 4 other people and our food ran the gamut from awesome to pretty bad. good stuff:the steak - raved aboutgarlic fries - so tasty and satisfying (my...
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went with a group of seven or eight. I'll try not to post what others have said. Most of their vegetarian-appearing items are, actually, vegetarian (no chicken broth, beef fat, lard in cooking,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Such a severe disappointment. I came here on a Sunday over the summer and was expecting a cultural experience. Shocking cheap-looking decor, bland food, poor service and a limited menu added to a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had a good Cuban sandwich at lunch today. It came with fried plantains, which were also delicious. I tasted the sweet potato fries and they were really good too. Yummy.The decor is cute and the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We really enjoyed this restaurant. We ordered some tapas to share and they were all good:Mixed Grill--we like this one a LOT. Good, moist pieces of grilled meat.Chimichurri Skirt Steak--this was good,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I had high hopes for this restaurant but it falls short. The Cuban dishes are not what I have experienced in Miami or elsewhere. They are bland. The ropa viejo is OK but boring. The plantains are sort...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I will start out by saying I usually have a very discerning palate when it comes to tapas. Additionally, I was very doubtful that a place on Park St. would have tapas worth writing about, but I was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The bright teal and vibrant colors on the walls and artwork definitely make this place feel different than other restaurants. Come between 4-6PM on a weekday and get mojitos for 1/2 off. I didn't, but...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I had the arugula salad with shrimp and pineapple and I have to say it's one of the top ten salads I've ever had. The mango chicken abobo was good but a bit dry. but the rice and corn that came with...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I really love this place. When you first walk in, you notice the very lovely decor that makes you feel that you're sorta in a nice alley of Havana. Aside from that, the food is really great. My aunt,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here with friends who know one of the managers really well. Service was very attentive. Food was pretty good, I like the small plates so we were able to order a wide variety for not very much...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I only went to this restaurant once and it was good enough for me. Disappointing really because the menu sounded great and the thought of having Cuban food nearby was exciting. But it failed to...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great Mojitos, good-looking bartenders, and great food. The only thing is that it is pricey. I'm always amazed at my bill the next morning. Luckily, the mojitos numb you while you are there, so you...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, the photos are amazing here! I could stare at them all day.The food was pretty good too. I had the plantain encrusted halibut that came with a corn relish type of thing, and I got the fried...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place definately has that Cuban flavor. Food was great even though its a little pricey. The crab cakes, grilled shrimp over rice, and salmon with mango sauce is my personal favorite. Another...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is my favorite Cuban food restaurant in the bay area. They are always consistent, and made a great mojito!I originally went here with my girlfriend during Happy Hour on a Monday to grab a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Really good food. It is a bit pricey and I wish they had a larger bar area. Kinda small. The Mojitos are really fresh and good!
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Upscale cuban food.cute place, fun for small groups!food was good. loved the po'boys.
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I enjoyed this restaurant, although it was very loud. The decor I found to be very pleasing! Honestly, the food and drinks were average. I might go back and I might not.
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Havana has a lot of potential, but hasn't quite yet reached its xenith. It is a beautiful spacious restaurant in a great location of Park St that's very warm and inviting from the moment you walk in....
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This restaurant has a lot of potential but needs work on service and the food. My friend and I were excited to try this place. As born and bred Alamedans, the emergence of more interesting restaurants...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Cute place and atmosphere, but service was slow to non existent. Maybe it was because we were at the bar for drinks and tapas? Have been there twice in groups and had similar experiences both...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went into this place with a doubt in my mind after reading the reviews. We asked for a table of 5 and they sat us at the "premier" corner of the restaurant which we didn't mind at all. My friend and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Havana came to Rhythmix to cater a wedding, and while the food was halfway decent, their attitude was not. 1. The owner sped into our driveway nearly killing my 4 year old son. I literally had to grab...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have yet to have their food outside of the appetizers, but their Mojittos are some of the best I've had strong with the mint and sweet perfectly mixed. The bar also has a great atmosphere. I look...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
After saying our Namastes in yoga class, a couple of friends and I realized we were hungry. Driving down Park street at 9:00pm you don't really have a lot of choices, well there is Wienerschitzel and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was so excited and pleased to see this spot on Park in Alameda. Very fresh- a nice little facelift for the area. I love cuban food, and ever since Habana in SF closed, I feel like there's been a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been to Havana 3 times now. Twice for dinner and once for lunch. The first time I went, I ordered the Paella and the waitress asked if I wanted it with a little kick. Since I like spicy...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
For the past six months, as I walked by the corner of Webb and Park Street, a giant menu pasted in the window had been announcing the coming of a new restaurant in this space that housed former...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I am too spoiled by L.A's Porto's Bakery and Versailles to properly enjoy Havana. It's too upscale. I appreciate the crab cakes, but where is the Cuban style ground beef or shredded pork? Where are...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Finally made it back to the bay area after a year in SoCal! A good year, a very good year, but I missed this place. Anywho - reviewing is what I'm doing. We went to Havana since I was staying near...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Does Havana have authentic Cuban food? I haven't a clue. I don't know, don't care, and I can't exactly visit the motherland to find out. I do know that as far as my white American male tastes go, it...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
If you feel like blowing the rest of your Stimulus check at an overpriced restaurant that serves okay food... then come to this place.
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have eaten at this restaurant about three times and have enjoyed every meal and tend to like it more and more. I love the large pictures on the wall, it is a nice place to go with friends. Just...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Havana is simply not that good. We went their on recommendation from a client and we were not impressed. Maybe if we never had Cuban food in the past we would've liked it...You know what, I take...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place was pretty much full, which is impressive for a Tuesday night in the middle of June. Despite all of the negative reviews, I had a decent time at Havana. While its interior is cheesy and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food is tasty, but a little pricey for what you get! The staff seem busy but not very attentive to the customers. The plantains were very yummy and the cuban sandwich was very good however i...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food here is tasty and a bit lighter feeling than some of the other cuban dishes I've had. I definitely recommend the grilled shrimp appetizer. The sangria is tasty and not too strong, which...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food here is decent, slightly overpriced for the quality and atmosphere, good service though.
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The food was tasty! Managerial staff compensating. Service was snotty and belittling. He referred to my husband as a "boozer" in a not so funny or jolly tone. We had made a reservation 2 weeks in...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
For the record - the taste of the food was excellent and so was the quality. I have no experience with the service.I was excited about the place, for all the reasons anyone who has to dine in Alameda...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
When I first drove by this restaurant months back, I was pleased that a Cuban place was opened in Alameda. I finally got to try it out for the first time and all I can say for my experience there it...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Havana is growing on me. My first visit was shortly after their grand opening. With my two favorite dining companions, Snake and Mouseley, I was anxious to try out a new Alameda restaurant that...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'll say 3.5Really simple atmosphere and REALLY good Mango Mojitos. Get a Pitcher because it's worth it. They are sippers like juice, but certainly creepers.I really liked the hostess as she always...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tasty food and fun environment. I loved the grilled shrimp and savory rice. Their tapas plates are large! It's great place to take friends to. Friendly staff and great music.
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Bright and airy atmosphere, music kept at a perfectly sensible volume for the 7-ish dinner crowd, tilted tables for that authentic impoverished nation feel.Scallop Cevice - Very strange with an almost...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It is a nice place with great drinks and good food and, above all, one that brings colors and freshness in Alameda. The restaurant business is very hard and we should just be grateful that there are...
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
havana is a great place to have lunch...if you've got more than an hour and a half to kill. last week, i was fortunate to try this place during my lunch-hour-and-a-half. i ordered the arugula salad,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It seams too blatantly cool for Alameda, which makes it a good place to take those SF friends who think anything across the bridge is straight out of Mayberry. Mojitos are good, and the food was above...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Pros: Excellent food and attentive staff.Con: The music was so loud it was piercing. We noticed other patrons covering their ears and no one could hear each other talk, but when asked, the manager...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Havana is a pretty fun place - I like the fresh white/blue color scheme with the big pics of Cuban life on the walls.The staff was pretty spot on. Too bad I don't really like mojitos, I loved the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ropa was pretty tasty.Good service.SOuth Beach style place.
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Well, it's official: We're Alamedans. Alamedites? Whatever - we live here. (And if you live in SF, have kids, and are considering spending $1.5M on a walk-in closet so you can send Junior to the worst...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My bloke and I just went here last night with my mum and her husband. We started off with some tapas: shrimp ceviche, plantains, and crab cakes - DELICIOUS! You would not be disappointed, I promise....
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I don't know if this is "authentic" Cuban food or what, but my husband and I went a few weeks ago and it was amazing. We were just walking down Park St. not knowing what we wanted to get, and we...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Any place that serves large pitchers of tasty STRONG Mojitos wins my heart. Seriously, the bartenders here know how to make a drink. We've eaten dinner in the dining area but I think it's the most fun...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
tried the restaurant, had the ceviche - no taste; bay scallops - overcooked; paella - too juicy, not authentic at all; mussels - fishy and not fresh tasting; tuna - it was ok; ....i was very...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome mojitos. Go with the recommendation from the staff and you won't go wrong with the food. They are still growing and I always give room for that in young independent businesses.
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
You got my heart when you can make a lush like me an amazing drink.Considering I love the one in Walnut Creek and I totally adore Felix making my drink. I decided I would come check this spot out...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I actually want to give this place a 2.5. I really like the decor, the good music and the ambiance of the restaurant. I had really high expectations for this restaurant, but unfortunately it did not...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Love this place! Great mojito's of course, but incredible Scallops and shrimp. Pretty busy most of the time, but worth the wait if you have to. A great addition to sleepy Alameda. I didn't love the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Went there last week. This is gonna be a short review. The food was o.k. I was on the show Check Please and reviewed Tropix Restaurant on Piedmont Ave. (which has changed ownership)...but it's still...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Was excited to try Havana, so I went there on a weeknight with my daughter. The place was cute - appropriate, I thought - but I wondered why anyone would store alcohol in a window that is in the sun...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I was so excited to see a Cuban place in Alameda. After a meal there I can honestly say I'm disappointed that Havana is neither authentic or inexpensive. The decor looks and feels like South Beach...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here Saturday night and the space is great, the colors and the pictures were amazing but that is where it ends. The service sucked, we had to return a cocktail as it was made wrong and tasted...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went to Havana twice now and was very pleased with our dinners. First time we were a large party with 5 kids and everyone was treated very well. Found the staff to be very accommodating both times....
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I came here with expectations, which i think was the first mistake. Coming into the restaurant i thought Miami, and kinda tacky. Sky blue, white, and clear. I also thought swimming pool, as in the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food here was actually really good, as were the mojitos...but for me it all comes down to service - and this place seriously blows. My girlfriend and I went in for happy hour, and I swear we felt...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I use to work out in Walnut Creek and whenever I wanted a mojito after work Havana's was my place to go. Especially during Happy Hour. 1/2 off drinks and pitchers? Who could beat that? So when I heard...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cool spot for food and drinks. We had the tapas. Grilled shrimp on a bed of sofrito rice which was tasty also had the mixed bbq tapas that consisted pork, steak (flank) and a cuban sausage on a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
we went here with a group of friends and had a great experience! service was excellent, asked by several people how everything was going, if they could get us anything else. my husband really loved...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went here with a large group of people and had a generally good experience. The place is freaking loud, though, so group conversation was basically impossible. Heck, conversation with your next door...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The husband was craving steak & tapas so where else would we go on a whim @ 9pm on a Friday. To our newly welcomed tapas establishment of course, welcome Havana. I do my research on sfgate.com to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Sad, how I could like this place, owned by the same people who own the one in walnut creek better. Since, I know the mojitos are garbage, I skipped them. The cuban sandwiches are still really good....
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went on Friday with some friends. Recommended to get the skirt steak. My wife arrived early and had her name on the list for 5. At 7:30p.m. they said the table would be ready. We didn't get seated...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I really enjoyed our trip to Havana! The food was great, the service was great, and the owner/manager person was walking around the restaurant making sure that everything was in tip top shape and that...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was glad to see Havana opened a spot on the good side of the tunnel. I liked going to Walnut Creek for the food but prefer the crowd out here.We were greeted right away and the service was...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am by no means a Cuban food snob but I know what tastes good and I can see when a restaurant is being run properly. This place has both of those areas COVERED. Amazing food and the most excellent...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3.5 stars. Started a night out in the East Bay here. I met up with a group of 10 for dinner on a Friday night. The decor looked pretty Miami to me and was bigger than it appeared from the outside....
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I dunno what it is and why some folks give this place such a low rating, I had a fabo time. My food was great, service was good and the ABCD is killer!!! hahaha for those of you that would like to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So I read in my local paper (Alameda Sun) that a new restaurant was opened where the old Emerald Garden (Vietnamese) used to be. I read that this is Havana's second venture. The original is in Walnut...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Was thrilled to hear there was a Havana here in Alameda after visiting the one out in Walnut Creek. Ordered every single appetizer on the menu which was delightful. Well, to me. The Mexicans and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Swanky Cuban place (when did Park St. become so trendy?), strong Mojitoes, and cute bartender. This place is South-Beach fabulous (except don't skip the carbs, such as the yuca chips, excellent with...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I wouldn't be willing to wait much more than 20 minutes (and would never venture here on a Friday or Saturday night), but I went on a Friday for lunch with the 'rents when they were visiting and we...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This place has potential, but it's not quite there yet. I went with two friends a few weeks ago and we were told it was going to be a 25 minute wait. Well 25 minutes turned into almost an hour and a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
oh yes, I love this little slice of tropical fun on a very the very NON-TROPICAL island of Alameda. The interior is simplistic and beautiful. Decorated with gorgeous photos of Cuba, painted with...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'm perusing some of the reviews below...and am little confused. Because the bf and I went here for dinner last nite and were actually quite disappointed. We went to Bagan (aka Burma superstar) for...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yes... Havana can get it.Definitely the cutest place in Alameda. The ambiance is sexy, and although I always have a blast with my eating buddy Britt, I can't wait to have a date night here.The...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Does anyone have a cuban cigar for me? I need to take a few puffs while I celebrate the opening of this new Alameda location. Zac and I wanted something light for lunch as the weather was just...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Havana... You can get it! Thank you for feeding my fat face the other day. I highly enjoyed myself and my tummy also thanks to you. Also whom ever gave us our plates....you can also get it!This is...
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Very nice experience. I give them props for opening a Cuban restaurant in Alameda! It's about time to have more choices than Mexican and Italian over here!! Don't get me wrong, I love Mexican and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm reluctant to give four stars, but I can't help it. I had a great experience here last night! I had been hearing mixed reviews about this place since it opened, and because I'm so picky about my...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was on a Fri afternoon tasting room kick Tried to go to Rosenblum but alas it was closed,so we headed to Farmstead. Had no Idea it was closed.Since I am so used to the no parking place thing we...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I like this place.... yet there is something that bothers me about it. Maybe it was the bartender bringing us a pitcher of mojitos and saying "heres more alchamol".... jackass. How old is he? We have...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
TWO THUMBS UP... after one visit anyway. I started thinking four stars, but then I couldn't think of anything bad to say/write. So five stars it is unless something changes. One thing to note is...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
After being excited for a new restaurant in Alameda I was disappointed. The place was busy, nicely lit with warm decor and loud music. The wine list was weak. The service was slow. The host was...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Just got home from a nice evening at Havana. I read the other reviews today but I was still really curious about it. I like to find out for myself how things are. I've been looking forward to this...
yelp.com - user review - 02/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
3 times in the last 4 weeks with different friends. Attempt at brevity follows;Steak: better as an app. why pay xtra for rice and beans?Garlic fries: must. order. every. time.Plantains: good if you...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It is very hard to find a good Cuban food venue in the Bay Area. When my friend wanted to try out this new restaurant I was game! I was impressed with the service and the food. The general manager and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
WHY O WHY the harshin on Havana?I had the nicest lil' lunch ever with my other mommy friend, and it was lovely! They were friendly, the food was great, and the drinks were SOOO tasty! And not a word...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had a very nice traditional Cuban sandwich for lunch here. this is made of Cuban bread stuffed with marinated slow roasted pork loin, ham, swiss cheese, mustard, mayo, lots of pickles. before...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My husband and I were here last night for Valentine's Dinner, and the place was completely packed! First impression when we walked in.. It's very small, but the service and music was great. Hung out...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Yeah, what a disappointment. The place has good bones, but what in the hell did they do to the grilled shrimp?? And where's the heat? So sad...I had such high hopes....Well, if the reviews improve...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A new restaurant in Alameda...YEA! Food...Almost thereCerviche...niceAmbiance...much nicer once inside then it looks from the outsideWill go back and take E with me.
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Alright, like a lot of other people here, when I saw construction happening here and saw the sign in the window saying there was a Cuban restaurant coming to Alameda, I was pretty hyped. I love Cuban...
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
me likey. will go back again once hungar strikes at meez.Have the Cuban and a Mojito!
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We had an AMAZING meal at Havana the other night.We started with the shrimp ceviche and the scallops. The ceviche was very fresh and the spicy yucca chips complimented it nicely. My husband...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After being a faithful patron from the day the Walnut Creek location opened over 4 years ago, I was happy to see Havana was expanding to a new locale in Alameda! I used to live in he Bay Area, so...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Being a native Alamedan, I was thrilled to have something 'new' in town that's not Chinese or Italian/Pizza related. I read several reviews on Yelp before trying it out for lunch with a friend. The...
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We went once on a week night and throughly enjoyed it. Good service, fast and efficient, nice decor, and interesting menu. Half our table went with tapas and my husband and I went with entrees. I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Been there twice and was almost as equally pleased. The mojito was strong enough to get my buzz on (after two) and the tapas menu was plentiful. First go around everything was perfect- crab cakes,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
So I don't know where all ya'll 3-stars-or-more Raters/Reviewers went, but either it wasn't the same Havana I went to or you people have no taste buds.I opened up a Yelp account just so I could warn...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I really wanted to love this place but I didn't. I would be very surprised if there was an actual Cuban person associated with this restaurant. Anyway-- our experience wasn't bad but wasn't great...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I was excited to find another cool and hip restaurant to open in Alameda. And since I have never had Cuban food, this seems to be a desirable new destination.The wait was long and stressful. It took...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We had a great after work gathering at Havana! Excellent wait staff. Excellent entrees - every one was raving about their entree. We started with a pitcher of mojitos. Yum-o! Okay, we should have...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I really wanted to be blown away by this place - I love Cuban food and I looooove mojitos, especially flavored ones - but I walked away thinking that although it was good, it was just that, nothing...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
If the real Havana is anything like this Havana all of my dreams of Dirtying Dancing: Havana Nights becoming my reality were pointless because I would never go.The only good thing about Havana was the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
2.5 starsThe plusses: *brightly painted and decorated new space is a welcome addition to the normally drab Park Street restaurants* nice photo murals of urban Cuban scenes* my Cuban sandwich was...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
okay, allright, had no idea this was the sister restaurant to the havana in walnut creek, (which we were unimpressed with several years ago, but maybe it's better now), but, DUH, should've known since...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Boring Bland Overpriced Poor Service = Havana .... and it's really a shame because I was very much looking forward to another good restaurant in Alameda, but I was EXTREMELY disappointed with...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I love the kind of Cuban food you can only get in Miami- so I was ecstatic to find out that Havana was opening. I was more than disappointed.Yes, the decor is beyond beautiful. I love the big...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went there on Saturday night. The wait was about an hour long. According to the manager you have the option of going somewhere for drinks or just to walk around Alameda and they'll call your cell...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was very IMPRESSED by the quality of service at Havana. The food was so yummy and very healthy. Try the various types of ceviche. The drinks were very strong...A for the bartender. Ambiance was...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I met a friend at Havana the other night. The mojito I had at the bar while waiting was so-so compared to the ones we had in a pitcher with dinner. It's too bad my experience with mojitos are...
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My fiance and are were fans of the Walnut Creek location.... 10 cane mojito pitchers, so we were excited to see the Alameda location open. We went on a particularly chilly evening, only to find that...
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
as a native alamedian, i'm really happy to see new, GOOD restaurants coming in. GOOD being the keyword. even if it is a chain, i'll take it (well, i mean, there's only one other location, is that...
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food is great, but in small portions for it's price. The decor is nice, but best to keep it at eye level. The ground still seems undone and the insulation around must be bad cuz its quite cold...
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I walked in and immediately thought that all the women there were somehow aroused by me. Ever last one of them could cut glass! Then I started to realize, it's REALLY cold in here. We sat down at our...
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Whoa. Saw lots of PEOPLE HERE LAST NIGHT?!?!? THAT'S your review? Gwen, girl... you serious? Went here last night and ordered a pitcher of the classic mojito before our butts even touched the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Saw lots of people inside when we drove by last night, which must mean it's open!Sister to the Walnut Creek Havanahttp://www.yelp.com/biz/_yoHK8PULByFYTHjI-jS6w
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2007
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