Havana Central

Specialties

Delivering a genuine Cuban dining experience, Havana Central’s kitchen presents real Cuban home-​cooking at its best offering classic and innovative Cuban dishes in satisfying portions. Many dishes were sourced from cherished Cuban family recipe. True to its roots, the food is well seasoned to yield distinctive and robust flavors that hit all the genuine notes of real Cuban cooking. Try some of the house favorites such as the Ropa Vieja, Vaca Frita, Pernil Asado and of course the Empanadas. The extensive menu even offers a number of options for vegetarians.

The bar is reminiscent of the original Sloppy Joe’s in Havana, Cuba which is often credited with the invention of the mojito, it is fitting that this rum-​based Cuban classic drink is the staple drink at Havana Central with over 700,000 sold! Try the fresh made Table Side Sangrias and other Cuban inspired cocktails.

History

Established in 2002.

With a spirited sense of buen gusto, Havana Central presents a portal to Cuba’s golden era, when life on the island paradise was a continuous party. Stepping through the doors, diners enter circa 1950s Havana, where Celia Cruz is singing her latest hit with La Sonora Matancera.

Havana Central transports its guests to another place and time — one where Frank Sinatra and Lucky Luciano rub shoulders at the bar, while Desi Arnez’s Babalu blares in the background. Tables are laden with flavorful food that is gently spiced and comfortingly reminiscent of home. The bartenders are muddling mojitos and the party never stops.

It is an unmistakable celebration of Cuban culture, with food, décor, music and people that transports patrons to another time and place — an excursion that, in keeping with Cuban tradition, embraces the whole family.

Meet the Business Owner

Jeremy M.

Business Owner

Founder and President:

Jeremy Merrin — A lifelong Latin food aficionado, whose passion for the authenticity of classic old world Cuban culture, prompted a lifetime of research in Cuban food. He dreamed of a restaurant that would «.transport our guests to pre-​revolution Cuba, with a total environment that evokes images of the Havana of the 50s.» His dream is now a reality in Havana Central!

Executive Chef:

Stanley Licairac is responsible for the culinary vision that Havana Central has realized. He brings to the plate passion and tradition of real-​Cuban cooking, with his 20+ years of restaurant experience.