Cafe Habana City
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Cafe Habana City
Review
About
Features
CUISINES
Caribbean, Latin, Cuban, South American
Meal types
Lunch, Dinner
PRICE
$$ - $$$
FEATURES
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Table Service
Takeout
Wheelchair Accessible
Is this a Caribbean restaurant?
Order delivery
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Hours
Closed today
Sunday
Closed
Monday
11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
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4.2
47 reviews
Excellent
27
Very good
10
Average
4
Poor
5
Terrible
1
Bab B
1 contribution
Apr 2023 • couples
Amazing food with an environment with so much hospitality. When went just wanting to try new food and that was exactly what happened! There is so many new flavors I never experienced and it was amazing! Especially the jalapeño sauce they make is a must try! I highly recommend the milk make it is beyond the best i have ever had
Written October 13, 2023
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bandman
Scott2394 contributions
Dec 2020 • none
We have so many great places to eat that to move up the ladder here is almost impossible. Cafe Habana City has great food and drink, the workers are super friendly. It does not matter if you are the only table, or if they are busy, the food and service will always be first class.
Written January 2, 2021
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Ariana T
9 contributions
Jan 2020 • family
One of the best restaurants in the Lafayette area, hands down.
I’ve had many of the dishes. If you are looking for some authentic Cuban and Caribbean food, this is your place!
Written January 14, 2020
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eugenias682
Buchanan Dam2 contributions
May 2021 • friends
We just returned from visiting Miami and had amazing Cuban food there. When my friend and I spent $16 a plate for Cuban food delivery from THIS location, after all of the high reviews, we were excited to enjoy Cuban cuisine again. The food was bland and disappointing, especially after paying all of the delivery fees. The yucca had no seasoning and the different meats were decent, but void of Cuban flair. It wasn't worth it. Maybe dining INSIDE the restaurant is better. The only redeeming portion was the delicious fried plantains. Also, make sure to ask for utensils and napkins. Delivery doesn't seem to be a priority.
Written May 8, 2021
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bandman
Scott2394 contributions
Dec 2021 • friends
I love this restaurant it I was really let down tonight. For the first time ever the service was poor, and there was a very bad language barrier (which has never been and issue before).
I ordered the Cuban classic and was very specific about the yucca being fried. Instead I got bland boiled yucca. The beans and rice were hard and cold. The meat was excellent but there was not enough of it. The tamale was excellent.
The waitress never came back to check on our table. It took forever to get our drinks, and they were not very good tonight.
Overall this was a bad miss based upon this restaurant’s past performance. It is normally a top restaurant but tonight was an off night.
Written December 3, 2021
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Garry M
Orillia931 contributions
Dec 2019 • none
Good food and great surface. Pleasant atmosphere. Great mojitos. Recommend this place. We will return when back in area.
Written December 15, 2019
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Joeclement
Lafayette329 contributions
Oct 2019 • none
We had lunch at Cafe Habana. Food and service was the best all at a very good price. It is on our return list big time
Written October 23, 2019
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scubaevolutionindia
Goa58 contributions
Jan 2019 • family
Cafe Habana City has a very nice vibe to it. The restaurant is well lit, clean and has wonderful staff. The food is excellent with generous portions. The sandwiches are highly recommended.
Written January 19, 2019
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AV8RS
Spanish Fort84 contributions
Dec 2018 • business
I lived for 5 years in South Beach, Miami and also made yearly trips to Cuba during that time, and I must say that Cafe Habana City captures every essence of the Cuban culinary experience. The atmosphere, the staff and of course the food! I highly, highly recommend Cafe Habana City! I will definitely be back!
Written December 7, 2018
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Judy J
Alexandria28 contributions
Sep 2018 • solo
The food was good, but the service very slow. Probably because it was Friday at noon... I’d return because all the food looked SO good.
Written September 22, 2018
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FrogSqueezer
Gainesville155 contributions
Aug 2018 • friends
I have been here several times, and just went back. I think the food is really good. Definitely has a genuine Cuban taste. Our service was fine. Went on a Wednesday night. I would recommend this place for lovers of Cuban food or for people who want to try something new in Lafayette.
Written August 31, 2018
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Ocean_Rover_Blue_Wat
Lafayette520 contributions
Jul 2018 • family
From the outside, it appeared to be another unimportant cafe in Lafayette, but on the recommendation of a friend I tried it. OMG, it is fantastic. The sandwiches are authentic Cuban sandwiches and the dishes are to die for. People are from Cuba and so friendly. Don't miss this one! Oh, did I mention the best mojitos - EVER?
Written July 13, 2018
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Westea
Bossier City327 contributions
Dec 2017 • business
the first evening, we had the Habana style seafood gumbo - so good, it is now my favorite gumbo from anywhere. i recommend the fried yucca highly, it comes with citrus dipping sauce and is delicious - not greasy at all.
the second visit, i had the plantains with the shredded pork. Plantains are delicious, again, fried, but not greasy at all. the pork was a surprise texture, but very flaforful. i was expecting pulled pork texture, but it was more chewy closer to jerky than tender. but i ate it all, the flavor was wonderful.
Written December 15, 2017
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Benjamin H
44 contributions
Jun 2017 • family
Ate here spontainiously, great food. Took three to go boxes home so there was plenty of food. Would eat here again
Written June 21, 2017
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LindaRae55
Abita Springs41 contributions
Jun 2017 • none
I found this place by driving around and I am glad I stopped in. Really great Cubano sandwich and fried plantains.
Written June 18, 2017
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