Old's Havana is known as 'La Casa del Mojito' for good reason. Their version muddles fresh mint and lime with subtle sweetness, builds with premium rum, and tops with soda water and a mint sprig. Reviewers specifically praise the mojito as a standout, with passion fruit and other variations available.
Tips from diners
The mojitos are why people come here — order one and sit in the outdoor patio to experience Old's Havana fully.
Yuca root is cut into batons, deep-fried until golden and crispy on the outside, then tossed with garlic-cilantro aioli. They're starchy and subtly sweet — a refined take on fries that pairs well with the restaurant's mojitos.
Tips from diners
Yuca fries are less familiar to many than plantains, but equally good. Try them as a side or appetizer.
Tender chicken breast infused with the classic mojo marinade — lime, orange, garlic, cumin — then grilled and served on Cuban bread with the sauce drizzled throughout. It's citrus-forward and aromatic. A lighter option than pork but equally flavorful.
Tips from diners
If you want something lighter than the traditional ham-and-pork Cubano, this mojo chicken is excellent.
Chicken braised in a saffron-yellow rice with bell peppers, peas, and olives for briny depth. It's a one-dish meal that's substantial but not heavy. The olives add a note of complexity.
Tips from diners
A solid, filling main course. The saffron and olives make it feel more refined than casual Cuban spots.
A robust cut of steak is marinated in mojo (lime, garlic, cumin), grilled to order, and served with yuca fries and sweet plantain chips. The mojo sauce is bright and aromatic. This is a restaurant dish — something you'd order for dinner, not lunch.
Tips from diners
Order this if you want a substantial dinner dish. The mojo marinade distinguishes it from standard grilled steak.
Old's Havana transports guests to Cuba's carefree era before the revolution through black-and-white photographs, vintage memorabilia, and live Cuban music on weekends. The restaurant is self-proclaimed 'La Casa del Mojito' for their Cuban cocktail expertise. The indoor dining room and outdoor terrace both feature the full experience — vintage recordings of rumba and boleros create the soundtrack to an evening that feels suspended in time.
Come after 8 PM when live music starts on weekends. The atmosphere transforms with Cuban classics playing and a balanceable vibe.
Book a table in advance on Friday and Saturday nights — this place fills up quickly. Larger parties should especially call ahead.
The outdoor terrace and indoor dining room both have the full decor experience. Indoor is more intimate, outdoor is more casual and open.
This is a more upscale take on Cuban dining compared to casual counter spots. Prices are higher, but the experience is refined without being pretentious.
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