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From Havana, to Miami, to New York City - it doesn't get more authentic or iconic than Cafe Habana. A SoHo sensation applauded by The New York Times, New York Magazine, Time Out, and Goop, discover incredible flavors adored by the likes of A-listers like Dua Lipa, Nick Jonas, Cindy Crawford, and Camila Cabello.
Grab your $39 pulse (an $84 value) for a 2 Course Dinner For Two that includes 2 Corns or 1 Tortilla Chips with Guacamole, 2 Entrees, and 2 Margaritas, Beers, or Soft Drinks so sip while you savor every bite!
The interiors are cozy, intimate, and lined with vintage posters depicting Cuban scenes; the air is filled with the scent of drool-worthy flavors and the sound of social buzz as savvy New Yorkers tuck into a feast that is sure to impress. Add in some of the spot's signature margaritas, and you're in for a night your palate won't soon forget.
Sip, chat, and sink your teeth into the famed Corn, grilled with mayonnaise, cotija cheese, chili powder & lime, moving on to the Marinated Skirt Steak Platos Fuerte, sided by their signature beans and rice. The Baja Style Fish tacos are equally divine, repping beer battered whitefish, shredded cabbage, and salsa verde.
As you watch for celebrities and swoon over every mouthful, consider this a treasure your taste buds will crave again & again...
"The hordes...that flock here include plenty of young carnivores who know a great thing when they taste it." So say the critics at Time Out, who, in addition to The New York Times, The Infatuation, Eater, can't get enough of Cafe Habana, nestled on a charming corner in the heart of SoHo.
Owner Sean Meenan dreamed of creating a place that brought people together over great food and even greater vibes. In 1998, he opened Café Habana in Nolita, a former Dominican diner, with a mission to offer an unpretentious space where people could enjoy hearty meals and connect. The 38-seat restaurant quickly became a beloved New York City institution.
Chef & Author Luke Thomas became the CEO & partner of Café Habana in 2021, heading up the business and following in Sean’s footsteps. Luke’s passion for cooking came from his grandmother who taught him to cook in their North Wales kitchen when he was just knee-high, just good hearty plates of food & that’s where Luke’s passion with food remains - good times, good food & good people.
With fans like Matthew McConaughey, Camila Alves, Leonardo Di Caprio, Susan Sarandon, Sheryl Crow, Lenny Kravitz and Robert De Niro, it's no wonder it's a city staple. "The Mexican-style grilled corn...is a delight," and "the perfectly seasoned roasted pork, grilled steaks, and sautéed chicken makes this café a satisfying pick," according to New York Magazine.
The Corn, grilled & slathered in mayonnaise, cotija cheese, chili powder, and lime, is always a hit, not to mention the signature Cubano, voted the best in NYC and layered with citrus marinated roast pork, ham, Swiss cheese, chipotle mayonnaise & pickle on a toasted roll. The Pollo Mirador plate is also a great pick, repping chicken breast sautéed in a lemon butter garlic sauce.
Margaritas will flow, beers will bubble, and the energy will be unmatched - Cafe Habana is ready to become your new favorite...
All selections are made from the restaurant's full dinner menu.
Your $39 2 Course Dinner For Two (an $84 value) Includes:
Cafe Habana earns a scrumptious 4 Stars on Yelp from 3,360+ reviews including:
"One of the best Cuban sandwiches I've ever had!! Cafe Habana is a restaurant gem in SoHo. It's the only place in NYC that I would recommend getting a Cuban sandwich from. Just as delicious as the ones you'd get in Miami or Tampa. I'd definitely recommend getting this if you're in Soho and want something to eat!"
"Have been coming her for 15+ years and never disappoints. The corn is always perfect. And the food - to die for. The staff are warm and welcoming."
"What a great find in SoHo! Gem. The pork taco was scrumptious, and the street corn on the cob may be the best I have ever had!"
May purchase as many vouchers as you like for personal use or for gifting.
Multiple vouchers may be combined for larger groups.
Tax & tip not included; reservation required.
$5 upcharge for Steak Plate.
Expires on Friday April 11, 2025.
