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For three star Nuevo Latino, try Cafe Habana in New York. Try this spot for cheap eats in the Tribeca neighborhood.
4.0 of 5 stars.
This is actually a 3.5 star review. This place is run like a restaurant outside the U.S. only with a friendly staff. You get the feeling that you could spend all night there talking to your friends,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
It's kind of funny how one bad experience can ruin the way you view a place.Our waitress today at Cafe Habana let me down.At first we could not get her attention. This was frustrating because we were...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food and service was really good and I'd definitely order the corn again. The only thing downside about eating here is the long wait for a table. My 3 friends and I waited 1.5 hours.
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OMG the corn. Everyone's said it, but it's worth saying again. OMG CORN. I'm always a little sad when I finish. Then I rally and go back to the counter for another. Because OMG THE CORN!!!!!!!!!I've...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Perhaps it's due to my lack of hipsterness, but I was not enamoured with Cafe Habana. Not terrible but definitely not great Mexican.
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Corn, its all about the damn grilled corn. Habana is a fun place to eat. The food is usually fantastic. Cramped, intimate spot that can always be counted on for a good meal. Expect a good wait at peak...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great french toast and cafe con leche...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Best Darn Grilled Corn ever!!!! and very good for brunch... I cant get enough of their Omelette Caribe... eggs, platains and salsa verde! sweet and savory all in one bite... yummmm...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I honestly can't say if I liked the food so much because I was absolutely famished or because it really was that good. DH and I were looking for a different place but when we got there they didn't...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Caparinhas were yummy, gotta love the happy hour! And food was fun combination of cuban and american (chocolate cake was an icebox cakemmmmmm). My only complaint was...turn on the fan in the summer...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Eat the corn.Do whatever else you please. The food is pretty good all around, but for the sake of all that is good and decent in this world -Eat the corn.
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
DO NOT EAT HERE! my sister found a cockroach in her catfish sandwich! This place is dirty. Don't eat here if you don't want to catch a disease!
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Everytime I have a visitor come, I insist on taking them here to try the corn. It's amazing!! Great local spot, but I suggest getting there early for dinner.
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Just finished eating here....had the corn, cuban sandwich and pazola between two people.....Decent food, cute waitresses, tight sitting area, fair price for soho...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Uh...WOW. this place by far serves up one of the best classic cuban sandwiches I have ever tasted. the meat was thick and tender. the bread was perfectly toasted with cheese oozing out after every...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
PRINCE STREET between Elizabeth and Mott.I love the atmosphere of Cafe Habana.In NYC, or any cities in the world, there are certain places where you can just hang out and automatically get recognized...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I come here each time we're in NYC just for the roasted dressed corn. LOVE LOVE LOVE IT! We barely bother with the "hipper" Cafe Habana next door as it's always packed but there always seem to be...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Having lived on the block for 3 yrs, let me tell you that they've got it figured out. While the menus is not that huge, they manage to keep the quality up and serve tons of people on a daily basis....
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
THE CORN APPETIZER IS A MUST.I liked the skirt steak as well. A deal for the price ($12) in my opinion. But, my friends weren't fans.It gets busy here but service is fast. P.S. GET THE CORN.
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We went to CafA� Habana for an afternoon snack from some shopping. It was about 2pm and we easily got a table in the cramp little place.Based on the advice of a lot of friends, we of course ordered...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best roasted corn I've had. And I love roasted corn. It was a little creamy, a little buttery, a little spicy.Went for brunch, menu wasn't that extensive, a few basic brunch items. The...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The billion other reviews cover it well. I suggested another latin resturant to my friend, and he asked "Is that the place with the corn" and it wasn't, but I knew this was, so we went here.The corn...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm sure in reading all the reviews you'll hear the same thing, the CORN!!!!! Wow, just wow. Their corn is really one of my favorite foods ever. If you're going during peak hours, you're going to...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
just to let you all know, habana is in cuba... this is a mexican restaurant!!! This place should change the name to Cafe Tijuana or something because it's just ignorant. Sure they have tostones and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Party of 6. Probably waited for like at least 45 minutes. The place is pretty small. Long waits. We were seated right next to the door. It was breezy and cold. My friends ordered the corn. They really...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutely loved the corn! I got the avocado and cheese sandwich as well--there was this tangy, sweet and spicy spread on the bread which made it really really good. The eggs are apparently...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It would be absurd to go to Cafe Habana and not get the corn (SO GOOD) but don't overlook the other amazing things on the menu - like the sopesitos (corn cakes with black beans, cheese, and 3 kinds of...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not from New York but everytime I come to town, I head to Cafe Habana for the corn and the pork plate. It's always worth the detour during my visits!
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Amazing food! love the corn!!!
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
yes, the corn is delicious. but i didn't really need to tell you that, did i? i think the 628 reviews below already established that.so, i'll focus on the food. unlike the corn, i wasn't as...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Over the past month, we have taken people here 3 times. It is definitely a neighborhood favorite. Helps that I live just around the corner!!MUST TRIES: Roasted Corn on the Cob, and the Mango...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have an aversion to foods that have been oft-referenced in dirty jokes: pizza sauce, tartar sauce, etc. So corn on the cob (with mayo and cheese at that) fell under that category - really, google...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had a rough week. On top of that the subway decided to skip my stop, so I got off the next stop which was a short skip and a hop to Cafe Habana. I got some things to go from the cafe, including the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I can only speak for the take-out part of the eatery around the corner which is set-up for takeouts but has a handful of tables. The shredded pork with yellow rice and black beans is superb and the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
soooooo cute. love both locations - Price/Elizabeth and BK. love the vibe. food is solid (I'm from LA and am a stickler for a good burrito)recommended! oh, and PLS try the corn. do yourself a solid.
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Mmm...the food here is delectable. I have only been to the take-out area, (small space, with some tables/stools) which is next to the actual restaurant. If you want no-nonsense, delicious food-...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Delish and a good price for the food. We had the grilled corn, cuban sandwiches, and the cheese flan. It was a perfect meal. I can't stop thinking about the grilled corn - somehow that mix of flavors...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You go here, you get the full experience. You feel like you're taken back into a warm sunny evening in Habana. The atmosphere is super casual with the music blaring at night. And of course, it may...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Love this place (like I love the sister spot in Brooklyn). We rolled up on a Sunday morning, lucked out with a diner-style booth table within a mere moment of asking. Service with genuine smiles (cute...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorites... it's always loud and packed so if you want a relaxing quite meal maybe save it for another night. It's definitely one of the best places around. Start with the corn... I get...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is definitely a hole in the wall Cuban Restaurant, but the best hole in wall by far! They don't take reservations so expect a 40 minute wait. Definitely worth it! The grilled corn and mojitos are...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the freaking BEST CORN I've ever had the pleasure of consuming. Their Horchata, though, not so much.But let's focus on the good. I'm a huge fan of roasted corn smothered in butter, but Cafe...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Thursday night and still a long wait (maybe 30-45 mins for party of 4), but worth it! Thanks to my friend Ed Y. who suggested this spot! Service was really friendly and food came in timely manner....
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
YUM YUM and more YUM, stopped in for a quick lunch, and it was so YUM. I ordered the corn which is just ridiculously good, Perfectly charred corn on the cob, rubbed in lime butter, cojita cheese and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Have you ever had sweet plantains in your omlet? I hadn't, until this morning. Most amazing breakfast. Two of us shared the corn (two huge pieces, more than enough for 2 of us), I got the plantain...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
the quality has gone down and i've gotten sick from the food...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here with my friend who lives up the street and loves the place. The three of us were crowded onto a tiny table, which was awkward, but understandable seeing how the place was pretty packed....
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm obsessed! Their grilled corn w/ chili powder, lime, and cheese is so so so good! I have cravings for it. I must have gone there almost every other weekend this summer to order their corn and their...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Corn and Lime Lemonade drink combo!There is a long line here but if all you need is a corn fix, don't go to the cafe next door, there's an even longer line there.Cheap and Casual.
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely the best Cuban sandwich I had ever tasted! This is the first review I am writing because I feel that Cafe Habana deserves the recognition. The sandwich had the juiciest pork that was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is all about the corn! Our daughter who knows her way around NYC said that we had to try their corn on our visit. We were trying to fit a lot of things in that day so we didn't have a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
perfectly prepared enchiladas and spot on marg's... This restaurant oozes authenticity and the clientele reflects that. This place pops.I will be back to try more dishes.
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place was AWESOME. Def a favorite spot that I must return to. We came for lunch at 2pm and it was still packed with a long line. By the time we left around 4pm...it was still packed. Tiny spot...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Let's cut to the chase ... this place doesn't belong in Soho ... this place should move to the Financial District, so that I can have firey smokey Chicken Diablo Sandwich juices dripping down my face...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Corn. Unreal. Good local grub. Glad i stumbled onto it, really worth the cash. Great corn!!!
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
CORN-that's the only thing i've eaten here so far and i would go back just for the corn...2 bux for a full corn on the cob. it's topped with cheese red spice and lemon juice...mmm
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Because this establishment only serves about 30 people at a time, and I believe it is almost always full, the food is fresh and hot--and the surprising part is that it has always in my experience been...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
There is only one reason I'm writing this review: the corn. Of course. The corn is one of the most amazing things I've ever eaten. I'd give it ten stars if I could. However, I also ordered the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
tiny tiny little place so the wait is forever and a day.Food is very fresh and the corn is LOVE!!
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I finally can say that I have tried the highly anticipated corn after waiting an hour for this place. I can also say that I tried the Tiacoyo De Tres Marias and the Cuban Sandwich because thats what 3...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My friend has been bugging me to go and try this place out for months! I finally did. I went on a Sunday night and only waited for 15mins to get in. Judging by all the previous reviews on Yelp, I...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of the few places for brunch that I have been to where the lunch side may be better than the breakfast side. With that said, make sure you order the corn, unless you are prejudice against corn....
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I need to talk about the corn again. The corn and I got together last week actually. I ordered it twice in one meal. I ate one ear from the first order (and reluctantly gave the other to my...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
What's all the big fuss about??? Look I don't want to come across sounding like a hater or ignorant person but this is nothing special.We waited outside in the heat for about an hour (were told it...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The meatpacking district - the grimy, gruby, sewer-water-and-cow-blood-in-the-streets NYC neighborhood - is full of chic club-goers every night. From a mile away one can hear the thumping of house...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Trendy. Come for the corn, stay for the drinks, food, and comely servers. The Cuban food is some of the best I've had in NYC, but the waits don't completely justify it. Cubana Cafe on Thompson Street...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good stuff. The menu is a little short, but it is damn tasty.The reason I'm giving only three stars is that it is impossible to get in without a long wait most of the time and when you do, you end up...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
"Not the Final Review"I guess this place is known for there corn... That's not what I had here so I will be back for you.I tried this place just to try it because everyone told me this was a place...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I enjoyed my mojito, corn with mayo and parmesan cheese was awesome! And the waitresses were pretty hot too
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I heart Cafe Habana. How can you not? Great, tasty authentic Cuban food at a bargain price! The corn is grilled to perfection and sprinkled with generous portions of mild cheese. The sandwich is...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Loved it. Hot, sweaty, crowded and tasty with gorgeous girls serving and giving waspish blonde new york girls a hard time. Perfect.After a great time at the New Museum we made our way to Cafe Habana...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Got the avocado and cheese burrito. Flavorless.Horchata - grainy. Overall I just blew $11.Maybe I should have bought groceries instead of wasting my money on bad food.
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
V popular/crowded yet casual. Crowds drawn by quality food. Love the corn (must have) and lechon. Can't really go wrong. Nice strong drinks to boot
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Fed up with Little Italy's Mulberry Street touristy joints ?In the mood for good fresh food ? An hour wait ?Wanna test your dates legs and patients :) ?Great flavored food with a Habana stamp ?...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
On our last night in New York we decided to eat at a place that was a favorite of one of my boyfriend's friends. So after a long day of broadway shows, shopping, and subways we met up here.The area...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've tried a few dishes from there and they're good, but nothing to rave about. However, the grilled corn is awesome. I pretty only go there for the corn. If you're luck you might have a celebrity...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The little holdover from the grungier days of old New York is one of the best places to satisfy your Cuban Sandwich cravings. The prices are reasonable for the ample tasty food provided. The main...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
prologue: a million years ago i fell for this punk rock kid who always skim boarded with his dalmatian on the small beach near my house. he wore gorilla biscuits and bad brains t-shirts and he was...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
i've since had REAL elote at the Red Hook Ball Fields. it was about 1,345% better than this place and cheaper.fuck cafe habana
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been hearing about this corn for the last several years.On this trip to NY, we had the corn twice.The 2nd time around we also ordered dinner.First , the corn...Best corn I've ever had in my life....
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Never heard of it, didn't know it was a smaller version of a store around the corner, and did not read any reviews prior; I just wanted a non-restaurant to sit and enjoy lunch in SoHo.It was good. $9...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ay yay yay, what is there to say about Cafe Habana? This is just one of those little gems that if it weren't there, if it closed....it really would effect my life! I would be one sad puppy. I have...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
After all the reviews about their transcendent crack corn, I finally made it to Cafe Habana last night with an old friend. I must say, feeling a little let down. Maybe I was expecting orgasms or...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Just like everyone says, get the corn. I also had the chicken with mole/tomatillo sauce, and it was amazing.
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The corn is delicious. Hands down the best item on the menu. Similar to the mexican grilled corn sold by vendors on the streets of downtown LA, but here, you dont have to question how sanitary the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's so crowded because it's so good. Even if you go for the corn alone, you'll be satisfied.
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A�Huevos para hambre hombres!Great spot for breakfast eggs latin style!
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
this place holds two intimate storefronts and both were mad crazy busy. but the service was fast and the hosts even had walkie talkies to organize seating and bus tables. fancy!they swore their ham...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There's something really homey and nice about this spot, and when I sit at the bar, I always feel uplifted when I see all the interesting people in this place. It's definitely an interesting scene....
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE this place!!!The food is great and the prices are awesome!They have brunch and dinner menu which is good because you get a variety of choices depending on the time of day, but anything that you...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
never go to the restaurant dinner time, it's always packed and i've had a few bitchy servers there during those times.. the place to go is around the corner to their take out area. you can pretty...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I really wanted to like this place, after the long lines outside the main restaurant and especially after the rave reviews on yelp, but honestly, it was a bit of a let-down. It was a Saturday morning...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There's a reason there was only one review below four stars on the first page.Expect a line. If you're with a group, send someone to the Outpost next door to get some corn to spell your wait.
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fan-freaking-tastic! I had the pleasure of eating here when I was out in Manhattan last June. My friend out there took us to Cafe Habana and ranted and raved about it and it did not disappoint at all....
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is arguably the best budget Cuban cooking around, as the many others who swarm here en masse have attested in their 500 reviews.Hiding out in an unassuming corner of Nolita in a spot that looks...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here on a Friday night so it was pretty busy. I ordered a Cuban sandwich and a corn. The sandwich was the best one I've had in the city (though my experience is limited with Cuban sandwiches),...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Cheers again for that amazing crack corn. Sopecitos were good, but I really loved the tres marias with black beans, cheese, and sundried tomatoes! yum! and hey i think the waitresses are really...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't think I have ever reviewed a place with this many reviews already. Whoa. Never before have I felt so insignificant (I couldn't vote in the 2000 election or that would take the cake). So...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have deeply intense pregnant woman-like cravings for the corn at this place. It is amazing! I was very skeptical when I first read the ingredients, but my friend said I had to try it. The chili,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
There are a few things I don't eat in public because they are too delicious and I would eat it like a little piggie and get it all over my face. Cafe Habana's corn is one of those things. I'm getting...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wow. There's a lot of c - - - talk here and a lot of pictures of c - - -. Do we really need to mention it in another review? Should I upload another picture of c - - -? One word. OVERRATED. It was...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Habana (and their famous corn) were highly recommended to me by a friend. No doubt, the corn was amazing!
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My friend and I sat on a bench with some magically grilled spicey cheesy (buttery? scratch that-mayonaisy) corn. Two Japanese tourists stopped in front of us, laughed, and took our picture. We...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Let me get the few small downsides out of the way so we can relish on how awesome this place is. You are going to wait 30-45 minutes to sit down and eat so be ready. You will also sit at a table that...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Shopping Corn Summer Heat Frozen Mojito = Perfect.They take credit card by the way contrary to what someone else said on yelp!Two corn for $3.95
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very small restaurant and cramped seating but offers delicious food with big flavors. Also, great customer service even when it's really busy!Must try their corn!! Who knew corn and cheese = good!
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
That corn on the cob is so good. There's no cute way to eat it so roll up your sleeves, put a napkin on your lap, and dive right in. Oh yeah, the Cuban sandwich was really good too.
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If there are any doubters ...The afore and oft-mentioned corn on the cob is in the top ten things I have EVER eaten. It's that good.Don't go expecting a lot of elbow room or a nice quiet dinner. It's...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Corn is one of my favorite veggies, especially when it's still attached to the cob. It brings back all sorts of childhood memories-picking it off the stalk (yes we grew our own in Montana, though our...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the best corn (hands down) that I've ever tasted. The Mexican corn is $1.95 and is on a stick. The key is the grated white cheddar (or something like that) that they put on it with some hint...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Come here and order the grilled corn. It will blow your mind.The end.
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OH my gosh- I am obsessed with this place and think about it on the opposite coast all of the time! The corn is good but what is even better is the mozzerella, chorizo quesadilla thing (can't remember...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
All I can say is Corn, Corn and more Corn. It's the best grilled corn I have ever had. I am not sure what the seasonings consist of but I know there is cheese and lime. I had dreams of that corn for...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The corn is AMAZING! I wish I had room in my stomach for an entree, but everything looked and smelled delicious. It was homey in a good way.
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of those restaurants that prove you don't need a super fancy or big to have an impact on a neighborhood. Yes the corn is good, but its the atmosphere, the music, and hell, the rest of the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You just can't get corn like this in Canada....so fellow Canadians....if your going to New York.....You Must hit up Cafe Habana.I have no words to explain how delicious it is. The perfect combination...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
MJ's Star : 4Price : Grilled Corn $1.95 (excluding tax)
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
CRACK-ON-THE-COB. I've been holding off on writing this review because there are simply no words that can describe the goodness that is crack on the cob (see pics). This is one stick I don't mind...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Habana is delicious!Everything on the menu is good, so I'm not even going to do a play by play of what we ordered. Just get a lot of everything and prepare to be stuffed.Seating is limited, so...
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The food is good but not worth the wait or crappy service--I'd recommend just picking up the corn (best thing anyway) next door and skip the attitude.My friends got here first and put their names...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
There are few places in NY where I would willingly go and wait upwards of 45 minutes or more for a table, Cafe Habana has got to be one of them. Everything about this place from the location, to the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Finally got to try Cafe Habana after hearing all the hype from my friends who have gone. It was probably a mistake to go for bunch on a Saturday afternoon but I was only in NYC for a couple of days so...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went here a couple weeks ago with a friend for some late brunch. It was a Sunday so the place was pretty crowded. But we got a table in 10 minutes.We got a table near the window, and even though...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of the places I have to go to when I'm in NYC. The food is great. I had the classic Cuban sandwich and frozen Mojito. Let me say that the Mojito machine is the best thing ever. The place...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We didn't want to wait for a table at Cafe Habana (on the corner) since we just wanted their corn, so we came here instead. You can seat about 10 people in here MAX. We ordered 4 cuban corns for 4...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here mainly for the corn. I went, I ate, and I conquered.Corn is always delish and perfectly cooked. I crave for this corn! There is a wait however, good thing I went early right after work...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When I get a craving for their spicy corn and chilaquiles verdes, I hesitate to take along more than one other person with me for fear of drooling uncontrollably in front of the endless line of...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Grilled Corn. Tostones with garlic sauce. Insane good.
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Just thinking about Cafe Habana makes my mouth water.A friend and I had a lunch date there a few Sundays ago, on that crazy blistering 90 degree weather day in April. Despite the heat, the cafe was...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Love their lunch vegetable quesadilla. I've also had their rice, beans and spinich entree which had a nice garlicky flavor. And guess what? Last time I went I had a seat directly across from the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I can't resist good eats, no matter how fat-laden it is, and Habana is no exception. This place makes THE BEST elote, or Mexican-style grilled corn. It's topped with mayo, chili powder, and cotija...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Stopped by this place after i ate at another restaurant to try the corn. The corn was really good, almost as good as the mexican corn you can get on the street in LA. I wish i would have visited this...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
By far the best grilled corn on the cob I've ever had. They coat it with a delicious creamy sauce and cheese.The steak sandwich and the cuban sandwich are HUGE.And the hibiscus tea is a winner as...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I had tried to go before and couldn't bc it was PACKED...i made a second attempt and after waiting over an hour to be seated...i honestly don't understand what people see so special in this...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
one word for you... CORN... yes, order the damn corn if nothing else... best breakfast joint i know of in NYC... but be warned, if you eat the corn, you will forever remember it... you will...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You know how when you travel to places like New Orleans and you eat your boudin that melts in your mouth? It's so good you do not want anything to spoil it? Then you look in the alley at events you...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Habana To Go gives you the best steak sandwich in Manhattan.And the best Cuban sandwich ever, but pretend I didn't tell you this until the pig flu is defeated ...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's tiny. But worth the wait. The corn makes me happy.
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Cuban sandwich - pork was moist but not enough pickles needed mustard to give it some kick. Chicken with tortilla and beans was overly spicy but not bad. Fries were good as was the corn. Not truly...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I would move to New York just for this place! I went to Cafe Habana twice in my one-week stay, which says a lot considering how many amazing eateries I had to choose from.In LA, we have Porto's...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I think this restaurant should be retired from Yelp. It's not even worth reviewing. Habana is a serious New York institution that needs no explanation and is above a bunch of clowns discussing the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After years of staring at long lines every time I walk by and 500 Yelp reviews later, I dined at Cafe Habana for the very first time. With a party of 5, we were seated close to the entrance and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
slipping....slipping. My sandwich was way too over-toasted and not portioned well, sauce on one half and none on the other, way too many onions and hardly any peppers. Keep your eye on the ball...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What ever you do..it's worth the line to eat at the restaurant unless you're getting the corn at the express cafe next door. I took my eager friend to try the Cuban sandwich and we were told to wait...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is closer to a 4.5 in my book =)3 beers3 orders of Corn (came in 2 mini ones)5 main dishes1 quesadilla type appetizer.------------------------------------------Total was about $45.00 per couple x...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I sooo wanted this place to wow me. I read about the corn and was ready to be in love. Unfortunately, the wait for this place was so insane, I lost my excitement after the first hour of waiting for...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
the bread here is great so i've only gotten tortas. it's small so i didn't get a seat inside, but it was nice out so grabbed a seat on the bench on the sidewalk. this place has AMAZING cuban...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Took my daughter to this place as their other shop next door had a humongous line outside and she was hungry. I had promised her that we will try their corn on the cob. Even this place was crowded and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I would fly back to New York just to get the corn at this place. I went with a huge group of friends when we visited last year and we had a pork sandwich and of course, the corn on the cob, which...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
As soon as my Yelp pals caught wind of my impending trip to New York, the first words outta their mouths were, "make sure you go to Cafe Habana for lunch!", and it's no wonder it's in the top 10 most...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Their corn is among the best things you will ever eat. Heavenly. I also like the pork in adobo sandwich. I recommend the to-go place over the sit-down, which is next door. The sit-down is consistently...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went here based on the recommendation of a friend who lived in NYC.I came here around 4p and the place is small and it was packed. My friends and I had a ten minute wait for a table. Just looking at...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This place is TERRIBLE!! The yellow rice in the "vegetarian" burrito actually has chicken stock in it. When I tried substitute it with white rice I was give a serious attitude and informed that the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My co-worker suggested that we come here before stopping by some boutique shops around the area. After getting the name of him, I went straight to Yelp and looked up Cafe Habana. A NYC restaurant...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The bf's friend found this place on where else, but Yelp! The place looks very inconspicuous with the Cafe Habana on the door, but you know it has to be good because why else is the place packed and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This little restaurant serves up a delicious corn on the cob! A must have in this restaurant. It's heavily coated with cheese and spices, not overly buttery. As my entree, I had the Enchiladas de Mole...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place need sno introduction. As you stroll through SoHo, and are near Prince St, you will run into this great treasure of a place as you will notice a long line outside of people trying to get...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Please order the corn. I don't like corn! But this was amazing! SOOOOO good.We waited about 20 minutes and was served promptly. I had the cuban sandwich was filling and the french fries were yummy...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great food! The corn is AMAZING! Make sure to order at least the corn.The rest of the food was as good if not better than what was described. It's a hidden gem and I've raved about it to all my...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh Cuban corn... how I miss thee. I still remember the sweet corn melting in my mouth. Cheap, filling, tasted amazing. I still dream of you. Trust me, eat here and you'll leave with a satisfying and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The wait for cafe habana was too long so we tried the to-go cafe. Ordered the cuban sandwich, pork in adobo sauce sandwich, grilled corn mexican style and 2 homemade lime lemonades. Very good...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Don't be fooled by the diner-esque feel of this little cuban/latin haven! Cafe Habana is latin/cuban/mexican food that satisfies.We of course got the corn topped with cojita cheese appetizer and lime...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
omg. their grilled corn was f-ing amazing!!! never had anything like it.
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OMG. They must sprinkle crack on their corn or something because that was the HOLY GRAIL of all grilled corn! SERIOUSLY. I am determined to find out what they put on it so I can make a similar...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
While walking back from the Streits factory in the LES last weekend, bags of Matzah in tow, we decided to meet a friend for lunch at Cafe Habana. We were met with a 45 minute wait for the restuarant,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I came here on my 21st birthday suggested by my cousin.I was a little disappointed on the 20min wait, but quickly changed my mind when I tasted the food. The grilled corn MELTS in your mouth. And I'm...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ridiculous.Riduclously good that is.Corn..amazing tasty corn..corn that all my visitors swear they will fly across the country just to eat. Corn that will be my last meal before I die. That kind of...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Unfortunately I went for brunch so I could not taste their more famous dishes like the Pollo Mirador. I was however able to try their grilled corn which was excellent as advertised. If you require a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
CCorn.. you aren't just any little cob, you're my cob, you're special to me, you're my mexican fling... you're exactly how I like my men, a little cheesey, a little hot, and so biteable ;-)A A great...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The corn alone gets them the 4 stars. It is so good I have been craving it ever since. The wine was good, the guava margarita was delicious and I had the pork with rice and beans which was also very...
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
so 11 years ago, i stayed at my aunt's house in washington DC for three weeks. every night she cooked dinner, and every night there was a piece of corn on the cob on my plate. for the past 11 years i...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
TOTAL love. I just happened upon this place the other day when walking through SoHo in search of lunch. Am I glad I stumbled upon Cafe Habana because it's now become one of my favorite eateries! It's...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, this is review 400,682 of this place and there is little negative to really say about this place.1. Corn2. Mojitos3. Cuban Sandwich4. CORN and MOJITOSOk, the place is small, but they give you...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Habana is a hipster Mexican eatery hidden away beneath the grime of an old corner diner. It is not unusual to have a celebrity sighting at this cool hangout, which was even featured in the Lenny...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Cafe Habana with a group--battling a long wait--as well as solo. It was worth it each time and is one of the few places that is perhaps trendy but still notable for the quality of its...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
everyone loves the corn but pretty much everything ive had on the menu is great too. steak sandwich, steak & corn salad, huevos rancheros, roast pork, torta, cuban sandwich, im getting so hungry right...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went back on Saturday night at 10pm for dinner with 3 friends and had an even better time. Bumping this to 5 stars for the incredible service and outstanding food.I'm not one of those people who likes...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is kind of small and can get pretty crowded. But if you manage to get a seat, it's definitely worth it. All the items I've tried were really good. But definitely get the corn! I know it's...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great corn. Great pulled pork. Great mojitos. Super hot hostess. Bad hangover.
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One word...corn.
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My sister brought me here to pick up some Mexican style grilled corn to-go. It's a small place that gets pretty crowded. The corn on the cob was big, juicy, and pretty tasty, although I'm not a fan...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We wanted to check out Cafe Habana and stumbled across Habana To-Go right next door. We noticed the crowd outside eating their Mexican style grilled corn. Wasn't hungry enough for a full meal so we...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
corn with chilli powder and cheese! yay!!
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have to say that I was not overly impressed. I had the corn like everybody suggested and I must admit, the corn was pretty good. But... the wait was way too long and it was mighty uncomfortable due...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
2 words...Corn. YUMMO.
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i visited new york city last month and was fortunate enough to have my friend take me here for lunch.i dream of that corn. dreammmm of it. soo good. i also ordered the diablo burrito and it was only...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Oh that damn corn! It IS the BEST!!! Yummm! I never knew that you could make corn on the cob taste sooooo goooood. You can almost make a whole meal out of that corn. Don't forget to squeeze some lime...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went here with my super cool sister b/c she said she wanted to get some corn. I was like...ok..whack..it's just corn, how good can it be?So she got one and I took a bite and I lovers it!!!...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
As I picked the remnants of butter-grilled, cotija-cheese-and-chili specked corn from my teeth last night, and moved onto my entree - pools of rice, beans and tomatillo sauce drenching chicken...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Don't know where they get their corn from in March...but it was not good! Yes the seasoning was delic, but the corn was Yuk, maybe I'm just too used to good Jersey Corn! I'd like to try again in...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
came to face long lines and abusive waitresses just for the corn...came with a friend last saturday night and as expected, the place was packed. the waitress wouldnt even take our names for another...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not really a spice-lover, but my friend Rini assured me that this was the place to try while I was visiting NYC. We got there and the wait was probably about an hour to an hour and a half. We...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The corn...the corn...the corn.You must get the corn! This tiny little Prince Street hole in the wall is perfect for the fare that they are serving. It is always crowded but people come and go...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
the corn was GOOD!my dinner plate was decent. good but not bad. currently giving a 3 star because my taste buds weren't really amazed by the food i had here, other than the corn the food was a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Just came here to try out the corn and it was worth the visit, if you want a quick snack to tie you over between lunch and dinner you have to come by to this place where it seems to be packed any time...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Habana is my absolute FAVORITE restaurant in this city. Everything is so flavorful and reasonably priced. And god, oh my GOD the grilled corn. Okay, there are some days when the corn is off (like...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went for the first time with friends this past week. Didn't really know too much about this place but I'm a fan of Cuban food so I had high hopes. I ordered the ranchos heurvos and the famous corn...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
grilled corn, with cheese, lime, and spice = the best $2 meal in NYC.
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The corn on the cob is all I could talk about yesterday after having it here as part of lunch. The blackened sweet corn is slathered in butter and parmesan cheese, and topped off with chili powder....
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Habana To-Go is right around the corner from Cafe Habana. If you're not up for the wait, crowds or higher prices of Cafe Habana, come on over to Habana To-Go. It caters to take out patrons but there...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
corn on the cob with parmesan cheese and some spice... a steak sandwich that did not skimp on the meat! all at a good price and lively ambiance. now that's good eats.
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Usually stop in during lunch on the weekends. I get a order of corn and a cuban sandwich. I leave very satisfied. The corn is great and the sandwich is authentic!Lunch done proper!
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is really not an update on the food (since it was still delicious) but more about the service. Although I'm sure the waitresses were extremely busy (it was a crowded Saturday) I was VERY...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Slipped in here at 10 to five for a late lunch this past Saturday and our party of two had no wait (yay!). The kitchen was closed for their hour break so it's not such a huge surprise but we were...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This place equals the epitome of overrated...i've gotten better cuban food at sophie's and for less money! the rice and beans were bland; the chicken was exceptionally dry; the service- quite...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Since we've had this blast of summer heat this past weekend, it's brought up sweet memories of corn on the cob from Cafe Habana's in New York City. On the corner of Prince and Elizabeth, you'll see...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ode to Mexican corn...Just a little look has got me feeling thingsJust a little touch has got me seeing thingsJust a little taste has got me off the chainsDoing things that I don't want toDo it like...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Another one of my must-eats for the NYC. This place is pretty small, so it can easily get cramped. The wait is definitely worth it though, from the main dishes, to the plantains, and especially to...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Definitely delicious! Only decided to go here because of the reviews on Yelp, and Yelp didn't disappoint! The place is tiny, but totally cute! It's cramped but works. Got there with two friends and we...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
yummm! very authentic and DEEELICIOUS!!! this place is very cozy and fun... i came here with a few friends and had an awesome time! if ur in the area, u should def. try this place. It does get...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
everyone i know talks about this place whenever i mention food in new york. the food lived up to its hype. i love breakfast food and its one of the best ive had. and you MUST get the corn.
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here on an off night, only about a 10 minute wait. The place is small, but it works. It's cozy and you don't mind. It might have also helped that I hadn't heard a lot of hype so I didn't have any...
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
2.5 stars, that doesn't quite round up to a 3.Cafe Habana was a total disappointment. I had really been looking forward to eating here - heard so many good things about it - but it was really just...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It would be a 3.5 stars if Yelp let me enter half scores. But I am a fan of rounding up. Their famous corn was really delicious. The smoky flavor combined with butter and spice is really satisfying....
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Nothing but love for cafe habana (guava margaritas, baby are you for real?? mmm)... and this is even though the first time I ate here the whole place reeked of cheese or crap, I couldn't tell which....
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
definitely cute, small but never too long of a wait. I love that it is solar powered. The bar tender is cute! The food is not bad especially the mexican corn! I saw Jared Leto sitting to my left the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's been a while since I've been back but I often think about the roasted corn they serve and the Cuban sandwich. Food is good although the last time I was there, the waitresses were all in a joined...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
"Order the corn."My roommate texted me that message when I mentioned I was going to Cafe Habana. My ex-roommate in NYC repeated it three times when we decide to have dinner there. Her boyfriend also...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Why oh why? r u so far away from me?! I crave you in the am, at lunch and at night! I would do anything for one of your corn on the cobs right about now!Well almost anything! ;)
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I grew up in an area where I was always seeing street vendors with their carts being pushed along, ringing their bells on the cart handle, selling corn on the cob with mayo and chili powder and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the first few times i came here, i didn't realize that it was a place that people actually considered to be "cool". every time i met up wtih a certain gentleman in new york, we would always go there...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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My cousin took me here for my birthday, and it was good. The corn is off the chain. You got to have the corn. It is addictive. I also had a mojito, regular, and it was good! It could have been a litle sweeter,...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Note to self: Do NOT go here on a Friday night. Unfortunately, this is exactly what happened last night. My sister and I got here early enough that we got a table by the windows next to the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
you have to try the grilled corn. you have to.wish this place was bigger.
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The corn was the BOOM DIGGITY!!!We stopped by Cafe Habana's takeout section which was in another store front adjacent to the sitdown corner restaurant. In a quest to get our grub on at multiple spots...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
H-Y-P-E....it's a word that can make or break a place. Luckily, Cafe Habana lives up to the hype and then some:- superb grilled corn on the cob- margaritas, micheladas, mojitos - while waiting for a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
On my first trip to NYC, my cousin (a native city gal) took my sister and I here for dinner, seeing as it is one of her favorite places to eat. It was a Friday night in the middle of December. We had...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE this place. Try the grilled corn. It's amazing.Also, the rest of the food isn't bad either. :)
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Loved it. The waitresses are characters and the food converted me to rice and beans. We ordered enchiladas suize, roast pork, and grilled corn. Just to let you guys know, the take out section has 2...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Like most restaurants in New York, it's small. If you don't mind the wait, the food is amazing! Grilled corn, steak, and sweet plantains - so good. I'm getting hungry thinking about it. Best Cuban...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, the grilled corn Mexican style is good. IMHO it could have been even better if it didn't have so much cheese and butter. But that's just cuz I'm not a huge fan of cheese and butter. Everyone else...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One word..."CORN"...corn with cheese and paprika (i think) sprinkled all over it....what a tasty corn...I came here on a rare but very warm day in October...of course prime lunch time! The place was...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dang the wait for thing place is insane, so i choice the other alternative by ordering it to go from there next door location.... of course i ordered their famous grill corn and the grill skirt steak...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The mexican-style corn here is the standout, and frankly, i think the corn is better at the red hook ball fields.i thought the rest of their food was good but not great. the food is pretty cheap...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Always good, love the avocado and white cheese burrito on the take out side. the best rice and beans and the sincronizada, mmm mmm. everything is so good.
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I visit every time I'm in New York.Cuban sandwich please!Corn please!Soup please! (I've only had it once, and it was great. forgot what kind...sorry.)I miss New York. wah.
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The corn rocks!I love the corn. Tasty, delicious, unforgettable.....Tight space but the flavours are memorable.Did I say try the corn??
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We decided to come here for our first brunch in NYC (as visitors from California). The wait was long and cold for this place (which we expected), but I thought it was totally worth it. Everything is...
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place and used to go there a lot years ago for brunch before it got so popular. It is small but cozy and excellent food. I love the grilled corns. my absolute favorite and such a deal -...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you're going to leave with anything from this review, just do this: get the corn. P and I were PIGGIES on this trip to NYC. As they say, our eyes were bigger than our stomachs.Our meal:-Mexican Hot...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
go early and get the corn and the frozen mojitos.
yelp.com - user review - 01/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The corn appetizer was the best part. Second was the guava margarita.. amazing!
yelp.com - user review - 01/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i LOVE love LOVE the corn there.to die for!mexican corn with cheeses.There is always a wait so go early and make sure you're not starving by the time you get there because the wait is always 30...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
me likey!
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I suggest going here on a first date. Order the corn to share. If your date makes it through the long wait to share a tiny table and doesn't mind the mayo on your nose or the fact that you're...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My satisfaction-meter wanted to give this place five stars. But my health-meter wanted to give this place one star. Everything was pretty yummy. The rice and veggies, sauteed spinach, plantains,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh god, I walked into this place and saw the corn on the cob and it was over. Then I saw fried plantains on the menu and freaked. Who cares how small this place is because everything is crowded,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What can I say, this place is absolutely one of my favorite places in the city. Pros - Delicious food, cheap prices, great locationThis isn't a super-fancy joint, but a place to go for food that is...
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Super yummy steak sandwiches. To be honest, that's all I've had but everything looked and smelled yummy. This is pretty close to work so I'll be back a few more times to report on the other dishes....
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i love the food at this place and the wait staff is so nice. the only drawback is that it is so tiny inside you feel like you're sitting on each others laps. but the food is really reasonable and...
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
omg nom nom nom nom. we will be going to the one in brooklyn. stopped here after taking some family to little italy/chinatown. only gets 4 stars b/c of the long wait! i wish it was bigger. the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'll come clean on something: I'm a sucker for eccentric sodas, and that's something that the Latins (and I'm speaking of course, of the Latin restaurants), tend to do very well. In fact, those extra...
yelp.com - user review - 12/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tried this place once and fell in love. I will never see corn on the cob the same way again. If you're going to try anything... go for the Grilled Corn Mexican Style. Just from reading the reviews,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A little hole in the wall type place. Awesome grilled corn - really love the cheese and lime. The Cuban sandwich is not bad. It could use a little more flavor. I would definitely go back to try the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It is ridiculous how much business this place gets. It's also a ridiculous wait that I cannot understand sometimes even in bad weather. But it sure is good. Real good. Damn good. Delicious good....
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The drinks and the food were great. There was a line around the block waiting to get in. I really don't remember what I ate, but I am going back to review and will get back to you. BUT a definite must...
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A bit crowded and cramped when I came here to eat, I was not even phased when the food came. The selections were awesome and the plates I ordered were yummy. I got an appetizer that didn't even look...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Everytime I come to New York, I always want to come to Cafe Habana. I had the Cuban Style Roast Pork and it was wonderful. Nothing like rice, beans, and plantains! The Roast Pork was juicy and...
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OMG the corn was great. we have the corn here in LA from the carts but so much better at cafe habana b/c grilling the corn gives it that smoky flavor. The skirt steak was very good too; nice size...
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE this place! I really think it's perfect! - the food, the ambiance, the corn, the mojitos. Argh! I try to come here weekly and can never get sick of it. Im against waiting in lines, but this...
yelp.com - user review - 12/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First time in NYC and first time trying Cuban food. Both great experiences. My friend and I had to wait a while, but it was worth it. The food and atmosphere were amazing. The drinks were awesome...
yelp.com - user review - 11/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I want to try this place for dinner, because brunch was just okay and I don't get why this place has gotten 400 reviews with 4-5 stars! The corn was definitely good, although I would prefer less...
yelp.com - user review - 11/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is so great that when I have to come down here for work, I schedule my day around it. They open at 11:30 and they have the best Cuban sandwiches yet! They also serve a Cuban Corn that has...
yelp.com - user review - 11/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Four years after my first bite of that palette-pleasing corn, almost three years after my first review about the margaritas and the cheap-as-dirt (but tasty as filet mignon) steak, here I am still...
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What's another visit to NYC without a visit to Cafe Habana? Incomplete!I guess I'm not very adventurous or maybe I just know what I like because I get the Cuban each and every time I come here... but...
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My faviorite time to visit is breakfast... again for the coffee.. Their Caffe Con Leche is fantastic...
yelp.com - user review - 11/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Holy sh*t. I knew that this place was supposed to be good, but if a restaurant has me chowing down on rice*, there's something special happening.After a hard day of helping my brother clean out his...
yelp.com - user review - 11/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You have to try the corn! I could have had 5 orders of just this and would have been totally satisfied to call that dinner. Their steak enchilada was very very good too. The plate came with 2...
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Don't get me wrong. I like Cafe Habana. It's tasty enough, and the grilled corn is indeed good. But that's about the extent of my praise. I don't really understand the five star raves. Calm down,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Everyone's already said it, but I'll say it again: You MUST get the "Grilled Corn Mexican Style." Grilled corn on the cob covered in lime, cotija cheese and chili powder---it's pretty messy, but one...
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
all i have to say is...TRY THE CORN.it's worth the trip.
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Elote, where have you been all my life?When you live in one of the world's most expensive cities you're likely to be even more impressed when you find a true bargain. Cafe Habana's grilled corn on the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You know the little ditty that goes "Jimmy cracked corn and I don't care?"I never understood it until my first trip to Cafe Habana a few years ago. Apparently, I misunderstood the lyrics as the song...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This review is totally contrary to all the Yelp reviews and the word of mouth reviews I've gotten of this place. A friend of mine raved about this place so I made it a point to try it out, especially...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i eat at cafe habana every single time i visit new york, twice on occasion. i even opt to take the fung wah from boston (and put my life at risk, mind you) so i can get to it quicker. i drag anyone i...
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I live in LA but crave cafe habana's corn all the time. I make a yearly trip to Manhattan and will make sure I stop by to grab a meal. Yes they are always packed, but it's totally worth the wait. The...
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is great, it was crowded, friendly crowd, great food, even greater drinks (margaritas), everything was on point about this place. We had the corn (which is sooo good), we had the enchiladas...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love Cafe Habana's brunch.I had the molletes: toasted Cuban bread, topped with black beans, melted cheese, tomatilla salsa and pico de gallo. You can also add chorizo for a nominal fee. Obviously I...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best meals I had while we were in NYC. The corn was amazing, in addition we ordered the Cuban sandwich and the grilled skirt steak. Both were as amazing as the corn. Also ordered the ice...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2008
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I passed by with a friend and we were hungry.....we got cuban sandwiches and they were sooooooooo yummy!
citysearch.com - user review - 11/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
"I LIKE BIG BUTTS AND I CANNOT LIE!!!" sir mix-a-lotif you have a flat booty...then you come here and order some of their cuban grinds. everything is yummy, rich and loaded with the stuff that can...
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
They have the best corn I have ever had. I went to NY in May 2008. I'm still telling people how wonderful the corn is at Cafe Habana. It has the best flavor. I went to a lot of places to eat while in...
yelp.com - user review - 11/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great cuban restaurant with wonderful food and an awesome atmosphere. The wait can be long, because they don't take reservations. Fortunately, when we went for a party of four, there were two other...
yelp.com - user review - 11/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ok so I heard a ton about the grilled corn at this place, and honestly wasn't as great and awesome as ppl told me it was. The french toast on the other hand was killer!Fresh cinnimon french toast with...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I know many people are big fan of their grill corn. Personally I don't eat spicy food. I would say it's not bad but definitely not worth to go all the way there. if i'm around the area. I'll go..but...
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Long lines, super cramped interior when you are seated, and it's so jam-packed that it can be hard to get a waitress. That said, the food is decent, the corn with cheese is awesome, and if you're...
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Even though the place is tiny and sometimes getting seated takes a while, I had to give this place the full 5 stars because I just love it so much. The MUST-HAVE item? Grilled Corn!!! It's corn with...
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Once again, another fab visit to Cafe Habana:) Over the years, they have maintained their quality of Cuban food and continue to have be back time and time again.The tostadas with green and red chile...
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am not one to lie and I'll admit I love this place. Whenever I am in New York I make an effort to stop by. The last time I was there I met up with a college friend and luckily we got the last...
yelp.com - user review - 10/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Love you corn!! I did inhale the chili powder on the corn and coughed for five full minutes. But then i washed it down with a frozen mojito and everything was all better. The roast pork is sick, so...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My god the corn was so good. I don't even like corn, especially on the cob, because eating with my bare hands and ending up with stuff all stuck in my teeth = boo. But this corn was so well seasoned...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Three words: Mexican. Grilled. Corn. Straight up the best grilled corn I've ever had, totally irresistible with cheese, pepper, and lime. Makes the insanely long wait worth it each time, though my...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Whhhaaat? I had brunch for 10 dollars today at Cafe Habana. Huevos rancheros smothered in red salsa, honestly the most FLAVORFUL BLACK BEANS of any nyc latin joint thus far. The wait was tremendous...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Straight-up the best, most delicious, most affordable meal of Cuban food you can have in the northeast. I am fucking addicted to Cafe Habana. The wait can almost always be egregiously long, but who...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place, good food, great corn on the cob which is cooked with Cheese, Butter, and a hint of heaven. The waitress staff are always fun, nice, and quick. As far as the food goes I usually...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The wait is long (over an hour for us) and the five of us were packed into our table like sardines but the corn made everything ok....wonderful even. I have never tasted anything like it and am still...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place like a fat kid loves cake. On saturday/sunday brunches this is most certainly my go to spot. The food here cures hangovers like woah and even if you aren't hung over its awesome....
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
WOW. first of all- CUTE AS HELL. this is a tiny little place on the corner, always hoppin' on a friday night. even the latino waiters are cute!!some of the best cuban food i have EVER had the pleasure...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best corn in the world. Great cuban food. Fun atmosphere. Tremendous prices. Only bad thing is the location and the wait to get seated. Plus..... being in a Lenny Cravits video is never a bad thing
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
they do corn right!drool-worthy, dream-worthy, starve-myself-for-lunch-worthy.i ate nothing else but corn that meal. why mess with a good thing?
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is delicious and well worth the wait. My friends and I started off with the Grilled Corn Mexican Style. Wow. Delicious. Grilled with chili powder, lime, and cheese. Does anyone know what...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you are claustrophobic you might not like this place. As NY spaces go this place is tiny. If you can get passed that, then first order the corn. YUM!!! You might want to share because it turns out...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I like. We went on a Saturday afternoon at around 3ish and the place was bumpin. We waited about 15 minutes for a table of two. The place is tiny and you are seated up close and personal to the people...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
AWESOME lunch spot. Small and crowded it is very worth the wait. Thankfully we only waited 15 minutes (arriving at 12:15). The corn is every bit as excellent as the rave reviews it gets. I had two...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I don't really come to NY very often (maybe once or twice a year), but whenever I do, I always make a trip to Cafe Habana. Always crowded and always noisy, Cafe Habana is the place to go whenever you...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love corn. I love corn boiled, grilled, dipped in butter, covered in spices. You name it, I love it.Cafe Habana has perfected the art of grilling corn. Sweet and delicious kernels that explode...
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I really can't add much more to what's been said about Cafe Habana's grilled corn on a stick. It truly is a damn good, super buttery, extremely cheesy, and abundant stick of juicy white corn. It's a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you go early enough to beat the weekend brunch rush (around 10:30 on a Saturday and we didn't have to wait) and with a small enough party, this place is yum-ee. The corn is so good, I would...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Holy Crap that was good corn! A friend recommended this place and boy am I glad we stopped in here. We even came back a few days later since it was sooo good! Minus one star for basically having to...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yes - this place is a complete Euro/hipster scene. Plus you can spot a reality tv personality (I hesitate to say "star") - I saw Vanessa from Real World and one contestant from the America's Next Top...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wow - my incredibly low expectations were blown away! A couple of friends insisted we go here to try the famous Mexican corn on the cob. Ooooo delicious. It's grilled with red pepper, topped with two...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A bit of a wait to get into this tiny place with small ass tables but it was well worth it...I never knew corn could taste sooo good until I ate here. Almost everyone orders the corn along with their...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I dream of their food from the other side of the continent. It's not that they make complicated food good, it's that they make simple food amazing, and I'm not an easy diner to please (vegetarian and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The grilled corn is unreal. The only reason they don't get five stars is due to their inconsistent service. I have to say, even with less than five stars I think it's a must-go in Manhattan. Good...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a rare star-demotion for me.I still love Cafe Habana, in fact, I think it's one of my favorite restaurants in the city. The mojitos are amazing, and the place buzzes with energy and that cool...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Based on what I tried, I regret making the journey all the way out here.I purposely came in between lunch and dinner to avoid the crowd. Not so busy when I arrived so I expected better service. Sad to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is packed with hot girls. And the food is good and reasonably priced. There's a wait though.
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the mojitos rock. There is always a long wait but it's worth it because of the delish Cuban fare....last time I went we split the OUTSTANDING roasted corn topped with spanish type cheese, Sopesitos...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE LOVE their steak and corn with rice and beans OMG it's to die for. It is small but I don't care, I'd wait for an hour just to get some steak. Man, I'm about to troop it out there. LOL
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Top notch place with consistently outstanding Cuban cuisine. Fish tacos nestle crisply battered white fish between a corn tortilla on a bed of pickled cabbage and a perfectly-spiced salsa. As...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The place is really small but I LOVE THE CORN!!!!! YOU HAVE TO GET THE CORN~! They even provide toothpick for you. We also ordered the french toast, it was huge!!! The coffee was just okay, but...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
since moving just down the street from this place, this little haven of awesomeness has become our go-to spot anytime we don't feel like cooking/waiting for delivery/walking more than 50 yards for...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's been years since I've been here, but it's all about the corn!!! The cafe next door is the way to go. The restaurant always has a line!!! Ate in the to go area. Grilled chicken salad, sweet...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my favorite places in the city. Was recently there with an out-of-town friend and of course we both got the corn (I still don't know what's on it - spices, cheese, butter - but it's...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I work right around here, so I'm always looking for a new lunch spot. My coworker and I decided to stop in here last week. I was thinking maybe La Esquina (also excellent) but we'd never eaten here...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
not authentic cuban food. i will say once upon a time there food was delicious and definately worth waiting 20 minutes in line for. but now since it's becomed so popular the food is made quick and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutely LOVE Cafe Habana for its:-veggie platter (rice, black beans, and garlicky spinach)-cheesy roasted corn-to-go shoppe-plantains-pretty good priceThis used to be a lunch staple for me when I...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So good. The best entree at Havana is the vegetarian one - goat cheese stuffed inside a corn shell. If you expect the wait, you won't be surprised. The corn is good, but there are other things just...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Give me the corn on a stick!!!! I've been here for brunch, lunch, and dinner all in one day I'm sure cuz I love it that much:) I have to be honest, the sound of cuban food was not that appealing to me...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The corn is a delicacy, as you might have heard. The avocado and white cheese torta simply hits the spot. It's so simple yet so torta-licious. However, I'm not a fan of the take-out policy that...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is great!!! The corn is what I love the most..tried to make it a few times but I just cannot get it to be that good!!
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ok - is it me or was this place just a bit disappointing?I mean, seriously - we ordered the corn and a Cuban sandwich. Both of which were ok. Nothing beyond that. The corn was over-spiced and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yum Yum Yum. Just go for the corn. This Cuban cafA� is always bumping and is the size of a secret hole in the wall. Well the secret is out, because you can never ever get a table here. The corner...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. Someone took me here on a date and I'm eternally grateful for the introduction. The atmosphere is fun and the music is loud in a fun and non disruptive way. The wait is annoying,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's funny cause around the time I was totally craving this mexican corn thing, this lady who use to sell it out of a shopping cart by my mom's store was shut down by the cops =(. It was my 20th bday...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The corn really _is_ that good. Grilled to perfection, it's topped with lots of cheese and spices that make it almost impossible to eat just one. I almost regretted ordering a cuban sandwich-- I would...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love love love this place.The pork cutlet with chipotle sauce and mushrooms is to die for. We waited a good chunk of time for a seat but it was well worth it. The bartender is really cool, and the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Cuban corn is worth the trip here. It's a cramped restaurant, but great for a small party. Delicious beans, unbelievable corn. Very good service and tasty drinks, along with the corn.
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
nothing special on the food. too many people ...I don't get why this place is so popular...Even though I live in neighborhood,I don't come here anymore. I just get corn sometimes. The food on116 east...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have only been to Cafe Habana's Take-out next door. I love the take-out place because you don't have to wait for a table and most importantly, you can avoid the horribly cramped seating and general...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My friends were worried about how I would rate Cafe Habana after the experience we had there last night, but I assured them I would be fair in explaining my evaluation. So, let's have at it, shall we?...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best Cuban food! Paella was delicious! We also got an appetizer platter with a bunch of different things. Second favourite New York restaurant, next to Petite Abeille.
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Of course, immensely enjoyed the corn. That's a given. Yummers. But, I think the real winner was the steak enchiladas. The beans are perfectly cooked and seasoned. Really didn't mind the cramped...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have lived in New York for five years, and I can say with confidence that Cafe Habana is my favorite restaurant in the city. The wait is always pretty painful (expect to wait at least an hour and a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Go there. Get a Cuban Sandwich. Get grilled corn. Wait. Eat. Done.You won't be disappointed.
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been coming here even before I moved to NYC and I still love this place. Always satisfied when I leave here... always with a smile (and a full belly). Obviously the mexican corn is a must. Get...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A place like Cafe Habana is what I dearly love about NY.It's got an essence, an ambience, an aura that indescribable and cannot be duplicated.I would give valuable parts of my anatomy if a place like...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ive eaten at many a Cuban restaurant in my day, but this by far offered the best eating experience. This place is in fact small, and there will most definitely be a wait if you go at prime...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
delicious tortas and fried plantains. cheap, quick, tasty. a must have.
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Honestly, I like eating at the take-out section at Cafe Habana instead. It feels more Scarface Miami street cafe than the cool people eating inside the dining area. You just order off the chalk board...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The first time I tried to come here for brunch, the wait was ridiculously long. We had a party of four. I heard great things about this place (mostly from Yelp) and I so wanted to eat there that day...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Really crowded and small restaurant. It's endearing because they do make good food and drinks. Service is always done with a smile. The dishes, I can never finish. Something about rice and beans...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
everyone who works here is absolutely friggin gorgeous not just that but they are funny friendly and just pretty awesome! i never have a problem going out to dinner by myself in the city and this...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
There's quite a bit of hype about this place. I gotta say for a crowded, somewhat small restaurant on the LSE chock full of hipsters with ironic t-shirts its actually a pretty nice, welcoming...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best corn of your LIFE! It used to be $2 but now it's $3.95 but it's so worth it. It's deliciously grilled, covered in a blanket of cheese and chilli powder. Mmmmm. You need to try it at least once....
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I must agree with everyone. The corn here is awesome. The way they prepare the corn is unique - with powder cheese and chili. I have yet to duplicate it successfully. I have had corn grilled with...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2008
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The food here was exquisite! I have a family of seven, and heard no complaints
openlist - user review - 07/02/2008
4.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE this place. I LOVE the corn I LOVE the steak...but i don't love how the place is this small (). i say order to go!!! and bring me some corn while youre at it! =)
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I didn't want to be here. It was crowded on a humid, sweltering day. It appeared to be poorly ventilated with only a few flimsy fans spinning in futile hope of achieving improved air circulation. The...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I can eat their CORN every single day!! it's amazingly addictive!Everything else on the menu is so-so...nothing wow
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is great, I prefer the take-out spot because sometimes it's not as crowded. The corn is obviously great, and everything else on the the menu is solid if not terrific. The only reason it's...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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this is the best spot to take lunch. the grilled chicken wrap is so satisfying. i never get sick of it. it is always hot, fresh and delicious. i never go to the restaurant part. go around the corner where you...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
MMM the last time Goulet was in Cuba shooting cocktails with Mike Corleone a revolution broke out, much like everytime Goulet stops at Cafe Habana before tearing down the house at Carnegie Hall....
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not gonna lie. I tried this place because I walked by one day and saw Ryan Gosling eating inside.I'm glad I tried it though. The corn is friggin awesome! Unfortunately there's not much else to...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is always packed and there is good reason for it! Go. Stop reading and go. Now. Get the grilled corn and share it with a friend. Get the yuca fries. Finish your meal off with a cafe...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very good food! What is not to love? It's set on a cute corner and all the windows are open like your sitting outside. And the music played suits the atmosphere.The restaurant is usually packed but it...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you see people standing around the corner of the street, you've found Cafe Habana. Its quite a small place and at times you may be sceptical about waiting for a table, but no fear there is a take...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I feel as though there's nothing more to be said other than the seats at the counter are the best seats there....hands down.
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The friend I was visiting suggested going here. It seemed like a cute little spot, though we opted to eat outside because it was even hotter inside than it was outside - given the heat and humidity...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Honestly the appeal of this place is 10% culinary and 90% atmosphere. It's always bustling with customers and employees alike who look like they are just straight up having a good time. I like any...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3.5 stars, actually.First of all: best corn ever! I'm a huge fan of corn on the cob with queso blanco, but Cafe Habana clearly puts more effort (and spices) into their ears than any other downtown...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
visited Thu evening 5/29/08Pretty sure they don't need another great review, but I gotta support the lively atmosphere and the elote! Sweet yellow sloppy love on a stick! (The pork and ham cuban...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
All I have to say isYOU CANNOT LEAVE THIS PLACE WITHOUT TRYING THE CORN! Sad to say, I can't find a place like this in San Francisco (if any of you know of somewhere - please shoot me the info).
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
EVERY TIME I go to NY I come here. It's basically a given. Good food, good prices, and ..the corn! unbeatable.
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Arrived at just the right moment (before the queue started outside) for a Saturday morning breakfast. Some tasty cuban food was found within, sure the place is cramped, sure the serving staff was...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Amidst the first heat wave of '08 the most logical thing may not be to go to a restaurant with seemingly no air conditioning. Then again, there were plenty of seats at the bar, great Cuban music and a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of my friends could not stop raving about the Cuban sandwich at Cafe Habana....as a recent transplant to New York, I decided to check it out. Unfortunately, with all the subway construction, my...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
great burgers. great staff, i love them. its always busy but they are so quick with orders. if you havent been here, go now! NOW!
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I dunno--I guess it's cool if you think the fact lenny kravitz shot a video there once is really cool--but to me it's just an pointlessly crowded clusterfuck of lameness.The food is severely sub par....
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I told my dining companion that I wasn't sure what they put on their grilled corn, but I think it is a mixture of butter and crack. It's only been about 48 hours since I ate here and I am trying to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My friend insisted that we go here for lunch and warned me that we might have to wait at least an hour for a table. We got there and a crowd of about 10 were gathered outside on the sidewalk waiting...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It is truly as good as everyone claims it is. A tiny, and I mean tiny little place on the corner where the atmosphere inside just screams CUBA! Its awesome. :)Yes, definitely get the corn... it truly...
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love Cafe Habana. The grilled corn is amazing, the burritos are good (especially the mushroom one!) and the special lime-lemonade is the most refreshing summer drink I have ever tried. Be prepared...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
remember when you were watching nacho libre (admit it, you know you watched it) and you saw him eating the corn and thinking, damn i need to get me some of that!! well, heres the place to go to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The sanitation standards were a bit questionable, but the casher/ host/ bartender/ waiter/ do it all man behind the counter seemed too nice for me to say a word of complaint when he cleaned out the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2008
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The roasted corn at this place is amazing. It's drizzled with cheese...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 05/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is da bomb!!! The corn on the cob is a must get for an appetizer. The spices on the corn are just yum yum yum. I tried the burrito, and it was splendid as well. The only caution is that...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The lack of one star is for one reason: food and drink not brought unless asked twice, or simply not brought out at all. Due to the hectic nature of this restaurant, it may seem easy for a waitress to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This was the very first place I ate at on my first visit to New York. It definitely whet my appetite for the great time I had there. The cuban sandwich was excellent! Never had cuban food before so I...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I think I'm giving it so few stars because it was so raved about by everyone and I was pretty disappointed.There was a tolerable wait on a Saturday afternoon. Like many Manhattan eateries, the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When I first ate at this place I said, hey its cramped and people are waiting outside after putting their names on an imaginary list, these people done lost their minds.Then I discovered the to go...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A friend told me about this hole in the wall, and I was not disappointed. Everyone get its... Corn on the Cob. A little messy, but definitely worth it. My friend told me to try the Pork Chops, but I...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If there's one thing I miss about living in nyc, it's this place. The food is so so good. I've eaten just about everything here and I recommend Tlacoyo con tres Marias and the corn. This is one of...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of the things that I look forward to in the summer is going to Cafe Habana to have their cuban sandwich and the Mexican corn while watching beautiful people stroll by SoHo / Nolita (?)One of the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2008
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