Named after Hemingway's favorite hangout in Havana, El Floridita offers food, fun and festivities. Try the yellow-rice paella complete with lobster, mussels and shrimp ($19.50) or the tender roasted pork marinated in a savory lemon garlic sauce ($10.95). Wash it all down with a Mojito, the popular Cuban drink made from mint leaves, lime juice and sugar. Live bands, including salsa, entertain Thursday through Saturday, and Monday nights. Prices vary on weekends. Lunch and dinner seven days. Full bar; takeout; delivery; valet parking; weekend reservations suggested. AE, CB, DC, DIS, MC, V.
This cozy little restaurant serves up authentic Cuban cuisine at unbelievable prices. Munch on roast pork or chicken marinated in garlic and lemon while listening to traditional Cuban music (lunch $3.75-$4.50). Also delicious is the boneless halibut filet, smothered in onions and peppers ($7.95). Not to be missed are the dinner specials when your entrée comes with rice, beans, fried bananas and a glass of wine or Cuban coffee ($7.95). For dessert, try the authentic guavachel--mixed fruit with cream cheese ($2.25). Lunch and dinner seven days. Beer and wine; takeout; delivery; catering; parking; reservations suggested. MC, V.
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