Casona

User Reviews of Casona

Yelp.com Review - by Brian L.

4.0 of 5 stars. Met up with a college buddy of mine a few weeks ago. Mark greeted us at the entrance with a smile. Let us sit wherever we wanted. It was a nice day out so we chose the porch of course. I brought a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Becca M.

2.0 of 5 stars. I have dined at Casona twice. The food is good. My complaint remains with the service... both times. When we made our reservation, the waiter handed us his business card???? We sat on the porch and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Vlad K.

5.0 of 5 stars. I really liked Casona. It's has a nice quiet setting that's a bit unique and offers a great (and from what I understand more authentic than the rest) Cuban menu. Everything I've tried was delicious...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by jennifer F.

3.0 of 5 stars. Charming restaurant situated in a quiet area of South Jersey with outdoor seating available on their porch. Here's what we got -Mango Pico de Gallo - very good with plantain chips and regular...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Ann V.

2.0 of 5 stars. When this restaurant first opened, I thought the food was just average. I'd definitely had better cuban food. Then they changed chefs and I was blown away! I loved everything that I ordered. Ropa...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jim M.

2.0 of 5 stars. I went here last Friday to celebrate a friends birthday. We started off with two orders of empanadas, cheese and chicken. The empanadas were nice and crispy. The chicken was pretty good and had some...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Kristopher B.

3.0 of 5 stars. The restaurant is located inside of an old style house on the corner of Knight and Haddon in Collingswood. The general style of the place is latin/cuban. They have a coffee bar inside the restaurant...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Luis G.

3.0 of 5 stars. I have eaten here several times, and I'd say the food was decent. Being a cuban american, I'd say the food isn't 100% authentic, but it's closer than the "cuban" places in Philly. The Yuca Frita is...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Christopher R.

2.0 of 5 stars. I guess I'll need to keep looking for a good Cuban spot. My hopes that this would be a good low-key alternative to some of the uber-pretentious places in Philly were dashed when I actually went here...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael U.

3.0 of 5 stars. Food was good not great. Menu on website is out of date and the items they still have have gone up in price quite a bit. For me and my co-worker to eat lunch with an appetizer of a cuban pizza was $40...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jerry S.

2.0 of 5 stars. The first time I went the rice was not fully cooked, hard. I told the waiter and he basically ignored me so I ate what I could. The next time for lunch was better but again it seems the good looks do...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2009
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Bueno! by Tara-Marie M. at InsiderPages

This restaurant serves truly authentic Latin cuisine! Very nice romantic evening out - without the children. The service is outstanding and the food is good too. The portions are so generous that you could...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/09/2008
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Casona by Addam M. at InsiderPages

Great restaurant for a night without the kids. They specialize in Cuban and Latin foods. They also have a vegitarian menu which is great. The porch is beautiful for dining in warmer weather. They serve brunch,...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/22/2008
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Succulent meals that melt in your mouth, great for a special occasion.

After two visits to Casona, I'm hooked. The food is delicious, the service is excellent, and the combinations of flavors are interesting and addictive. The pulled pork and plantain appetizer is fantastic and...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/16/2008
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Best Cuban Food experience in the tristate area

The food was excellent and a nice change form the ordinary. The atmosphere is very classy and relaxing. the light latin background music adds to the great Cuban food. My favorite dish is the Paella and for...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/10/2008
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Great Latin Food in a beautiful space with friendly service and consistent quility

Casona has been around for a while now, it has only gotten better. I don't know of any other restaurant that will go to almost any means to please it's customers. Sure they have had their ticks and problems,...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/07/2008
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Best Overall Experience in 2008

When it comes to overall experrience Casona is the place to go. The food, I recommend the snapper, was far better than expected. The service was the most professional from any food establishment I've been to....
citysearch.com - user review - 08/02/2008
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Opened with a splash and devolved to a mediocre dining experience.

Casona opened with a splash. Great food, great service and great location with a porch. Casona still has a porch which affords a great dining experience on warm evenings in the spring, summer and early fall....
citysearch.com - user review - 08/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Laura S.

5.0 of 5 stars. This place is a great find in the Italian soaked downtown of Collingswood. The BYO Mojito pitcher hit the spot. Plus the price can't be beat. I had the shredded pork entree, a favorite of mine, it...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2008
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Unforgettable

I should start by saying that my husband and I were married at Casona. Yes, we had the entire restaurant for one steaming hot Saturday evening in June. Therefore, it's hard for me to give the a bad review. On the 3 occasions that I visited Casona before we decided to wed there, the service was nothing but excellent. The brunch-divine! At the wedding and for weeks thereafter, people are still raving about the food. Several people have said it was the best wedding they've ever attended. In South Jersey that might not be saying much ...sorry South Jersey : ( But I'm from NY and half of our guests were too. According to us newlyweds, there isn't a more romantic place to dine.
openlist - user review - 07/10/2008

Wow, Wow, Wow, Great Food, Atmosphere and Service

I love Casona! My Mother and I dine at Casona often... My schedule and lifestyle allow me to travel back and forth between Tampa, Florida and Cherry Hill. Also, I am half Cuban and know what is authentic and...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ryan G.

5.0 of 5 stars. At this point, I'm just looking up the places I love and writing nothing but good things about them...I live a few minutes from Casona and it's like a fat man living right next to McDonald's - bad...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2008
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Great Latin food on a fabulous porch!

I've gotta jump into this conversation... Casona is a gem of a restaurant and cafe bar. The food is exceptional, beautifully prepared and presented. The cafe bar is fantastic ; the best coffee service in town!...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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Great Restaurant

Me and my husband have visited Casona on many occasions. The restaurant is spectacular, and the porch is our favorite place to enjoy a five star dinner in a calm, tropical atmosphere. The service is excellent...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/06/2008
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Great Latin Atmosphere, friendly staff, tasty fresh food, best brunch this side of New York

I was shocked to read the review before mine on this site. Me and my better half were also at Casona on Sunday for brunch. We have been there many times, Casona has become our favorite place. It's funny, we...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/13/2008
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Mediocre all around--cold atmosphere

My first visit was for brunch on Sunday. I felt very disappointed in the ambience and service and it was not crowded--so--no excuse! Twice one of the staff opened the door behind me letting cold air in. I do...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/10/2008
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Ooutstanding Cuban cuisine in South Jersey

As a former chef, I do not hand out stars easily. I agree with a previous reviewer that too many people give out 5 stars when everything is not perfect. I know I am not Zagats or Michelin, but a restaurant...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/02/2008
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Casona has evolved into an excellent restaurant with great food and service - it's beautiful and clean!

I have been to most of the high end restaurants in Collingswood several times and Casona has become my favorite. Anyone can see how much attention and love went into the renovation. It has a working fireplace...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/19/2007
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Great for Gringos and Latinos Alike!!! !

What a refreshing change! I love Italain cusine, but there are Italian restaurants galore in the South Jersey/Collingswood area. The Latin and and Cuban spin is just great! We love the brunch on the weekends,...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/08/2007
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A mini vacation and beyond a byo. Great for large parties and special occastions

My boyfriend and I have been to Casona many times and we really enjoy it. I thought it was a little odd when the owner asked me to review the restaurant on this site and others. Now I can see why. This is time...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/04/2007
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Pretty restaurant with above average food and service - solid and professional management

My husband and I have been to Casona several times, and yes once we did have a delay with a reservation. Why is this place being singled out so much for an industry wide situation. The party at the table we...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/11/2007
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management leaves alot to be desired

i had a very strange experience at casona a few months back and felt the need to write this review after reading all the positive and negative reviews of the restaurant. i was having a mothers day dinner for...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/10/2007
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Great atomsphere and a desert to die for

I was lucky enough to dine at the cuban style restaurant Casona last weekend and I must say it truly was a great experience. From the minute we walked in we were greeted with a friendly staff and sat in a...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/07/2007
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Deserves the high ratings. Awesome place with consistantly great food and service - perfect place for that special someone(s)

I love Casona. It is one of the most beautiful restaurants in South Jersey. The food is always great. The service was shaky at times, but the owner has cleaned house. The snapper filet is fresh and tasty. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/05/2007
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Private Event - Wonderful

Lourdes Health System hosted an event at Casona recently. The entire event from planning to execution was handled very professionally. The management was very helpful in menu selection. After a conversation...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/01/2007
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Excellent food and good service in a beautiful tropical themed restaurant with caring, solid management

I have not been out to eat lately and then yesterday my fiance and I went to Casona for dinner. We have liked this place since it opened last year. We had the shrimp ceviche and the black bean soup then...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/19/2007
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5 stars? Seriously?

I just want to encourage users here to do a little reality check. All of a sudden, every single review here gives this restaurant five stars. A five star restaurant should be flawless. The food should be...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/17/2007
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Friendly service, excellent brunch, gorgeous porch and landscaping

I just had brunch at Casona, and it was excellent. My friend and I had the Huevos Racheros and the Eggs Benedict - nice and tasty. The service was fast and friendly, the porch and inerior are gorgeous, the...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/16/2007
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Beautiful open air restaurant with very good food and service

Casona is a beautiful restaurant with above average food and service. It operates out of a renovated manse and it's main feature is it's grand wrap around porch. My favorites on the dinner menu are the...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/12/2007
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AMAZING EXPERIENCE

I'VE NEVER HAD BETTER SERVICE IN A RESTARAUNT BEFORE!!! I PERSONNALLY TEND TO CHOOSE A RESTARAUNT FIRST BASED ON AMBIANCE, THEN FOOD & LASTLY SERVICE. CASONA DELIVERS ON ALL THREE. THE PORCH & CAPE MAY...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/04/2007
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Just great all around.Try something unique, also many 'American' items,

Just a great place. Fine food and setting. This after multiple visits and trying many menu items. One or two visits simply do not make for fair reviews. The reviews also are in from. The Inquirer, the Courier...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/03/2007
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Oustanding Food and Service

This was our first visit to Casona's. While visiting Collingswood from Washington DC for Labor Day weekend we went here for Sunday brunch. The very friendly staff immediatly sat us and brought us water &...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/02/2007
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When estrogen levels are high do not leave the house

Hearing about all the hype we had to try Casona. Six of us went there last night. We sat on the grand wrap around porch. Let me tell you, speaking on behalf of my friends, we were all impressed from the time...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/02/2007
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Cool Atmosphere

This place ROCKS! Went to dinner here on Saturday night with friends. They told me how awesome this place is and I had a hard time at first thinking Collingswood NJ could have the sort of trendy restaurant...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/02/2007
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Bashers (collsgirl28 & monolicious) have twisted agendas, beautiful place with good food and service, minor issues like any restaurant

I never go to a restaurant expecting perfection - it doesn't exsist. Excellence can be achieved though. Casona has great promise. From the time we entered, my wife and I were almost stunned by the gorgeous...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/01/2007
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One of our favorite places

My husband and I eat here all the time. I have to say we eat out a lot and Casona is definitely one of our favorite places. we especially enjoy sitting out on their beautiful porch. Weather we go by ourselves...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/01/2007
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Don't be fooled by the bashing, food and service are good, worth the hype

I deliver furniture and just came from Collingswood, where I had lunch. My co-worker and I decided to try Casona for lunch. When we got there I recognized the owner from Tierra Colombiana and Mixto. He...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/31/2007
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Contrary to bashing...Casona enhances Collingswood dining experience

What a wonderful dining experience..from the porch setting to the excellent service and delicious food, Casona exceeded my expectations! Don't listen to negativity. Experience Casona and you, too, will be...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/31/2007
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Not sure what to say

I am not sure what to say here. A friend told me about the controversy brewing here about this place. I am amazed at the disparate opionions. Either really bad or really good. I guess it depends on your...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/31/2007
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From a disinterested third party

I do not know Mr. Grillo. I became a member of this website because I was almost dissuaded from going to Casana based on negative reviews I read here. I had reservations for 7:00 p.m. on a Saturday night. My...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/31/2007
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Wonderful Ambience - Great Salads!!!

Having been to this fine restaurant on several occasions, I would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone. To start the staff that work here go out of their way to make you feel welcome and really seem to enjoy...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/29/2007
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Good food, pleasent atmosphere, and attentive service

My husband and i have eaten at Casona 3 or 4 times and beside a few minor issues, we have had delightful experiences there. Not only is the atmosphere warm and inviting, but the staff is consistently kind and...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/28/2007
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The cuban sandwich is the best since castro! top byo i know of, bodacious tres leches!

unlike some, i like to make several visits to a restaurant before i write. sometimes one great experience or one bad one can be an anomaly. after several visits (at least 5) i would rate casona almost perfect...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/27/2007
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Not up to Collingswood standards

My husband and I ate here in June of 2007. We frequent Collingswood restaurants and love the BYOBs and great food there that rival much of what's over the bridge into Philadelphia. We were excited to try...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/27/2007
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Different for the area, best churassco steak and Cuban sandwich, service and timing good but slow at times

My partner and I live in Collingswood and enjoy all the restaurants there. We have been to Casona about a dozen times. Whether it was by myself, with my partner, with a group or at a catered event, every time...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/27/2007
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Great food, great service

My husband & I went to Casona for dinner on Saturday night with some friends. From the minute we walked into the restaurant it was a very pleasant and warm experience, we were greeted by the very friendly...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/26/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Sarah R.

3.0 of 5 stars. this place is really nice-looking and the service is extremely good, but i just didnt think the food was as good as i was expecting it to be (judging from the decor and the service). I had some kind...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by eliza b.

4.0 of 5 stars. great spot! their wrap-around porch is awesome when it's nice out. and their BYOB mojito pitchers are cheap (cause you brought the rum) and delicious! apparently, they don't care if you drink the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2006
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OpenTable

Casona, the little Havana in the heart of Collingswood, features a menu ranging from traditional Cuban fare to Nouveau Latin cuisine. Casona is the home to truly innovative mouth-watering traditional Cuban...
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