Location: Matanzas
Top Restaurants in Matanzas
Where to eat International food in Matanzas: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Find out what International restaurants to try in Matanzas. Matanzas (Spanish pronunciation: [maˈtansas]) is the capital of the Cuban province of Matanzas. Known for its poets, culture, and Afro-Cuban folklore, it is located on the northern shore of the island of Cuba, on the Bay of Matanzas (Spanish Bahia de Matanzas), 90 kilometres (56 mi) east of the capital Havana and 32 kilometres (20 mi) west of the resort town of Varadero.
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10. Restaurante Libertad
Reviewed By alohatripper
Mar 19Around Plaza Libertad are many interesting shops and museums. There is the Triolet Pharmacy, a frozen-in-time pharmacy with all the original equipment, apothecary bottles, and handsome mahogany furniture with French-made glass windows and panes. A quality, hand-manufactured book and printing shop is also here--Vigia Publishing Collective. Each document is a work of art.Then there is the beautifully preserved Hotel Velasco and its Restaurant Libertad. Set next to the lobby, it certainly must have been at one time the best eating place in Mantanzas with patrons coming into town from miles around. The best of materials must have been found and imported to build the hotel and resto. Our set lunch was very good. We had fish. Usually the fish is mahimahi, which is frozen from Vietnam, but this fish tasted like a fishwater whitefish--possibly fresh. The meal ended with an ice cream dessert followed by a cup of flavorful coffee. I am impressed by the coffee ordered in Cuba--do not get the cafe Americano, but do get the cafe expresso, perhaps con leche and Cuban sugar.Then you can retire to the sumptuous lobby and drink mojitos and smoke a Cuban cigar.
9. Bella Vita
Reviewed By FERRARIGT4
Miky the owner ,goes out of the way you make your stay at this restaurant /caffe very pleasant ,service?on the slow side ,food?one of the best around matanzas and varadero ,drinks?bartender and servers dont even know what they have at the bar ,in all a good restaurante i suggest you visit it.
8. Pacha Bar-Retaurante
Modern and beautiful restaurant in the center of Matanzas, Cuba. Cuban and international food, great bar with delicious drinks.
Reviewed By Fernando D
I love the Bar and Restaurant combination, the food was excellent and drinks as well. Great to go with family or with your partner. The mojito cubano: you must try it!
7. Wilmer's Bar Grill Restaurant
Reviewed By tayloro
We stopped by for lunch as part of a tour and had our expectations blown away - especially as we are vegetarian which we explained in broken Spanish and English to the friendly waiter. The buffet of bright fresh salads and fruits outshone the chain hotel buffets by a mile and complemented the fried rice (with either beef or fish) they served as a main course. The dining room is simple, with fans rather than AC and this simple but cared for meal remains a highlight of our trip.
6. Bistro Kuba Bar Cafe
Overall Ratings
5 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By Julie C
We came here one afternoon for a break from heat, and it was like entering a small, empty nightclub - dark with neon lighting and loud music! The AC was strong, as we sat down we were offered complimentary cold towels, dried fruit and a refreshing drink. The service was good, polite and attentive. There's a very extensive cocktail list - the ones we had were pretty good but expensive at CUC4-5 each. They also serve light snacks but we didn't try them. There's a bathroom for customers.Dear costumer.I would like to thank you on behalf Bistro Kuba Bar-Café staff for your comment.We are very carefully studying all proposals to take all necessary.Once again, thanks for your invaluable review on Bistro Kuba Bar-Café and for recommending us to friends and family. We all look forward to welcoming you once again.Sincerely,The Public Relations & Management TeamPequeños Suarez
5. El Chismecito
Reviewed By jmartinm1984
Fue un rato maravilloso!!!! Se los recomiendo completamente!!!!I enjoyed a lot my time in this place!! A good attention, a better service and the best place you can visit in Varadero nights!!Excellent....
4. Litoral Matancero
Overall Ratings
4 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By gachingura
I had several meals at this restaurant, which I really like. I preferred to eat outside, but if you don't mind freezing you can sit inside as well. Food is comida criolla, but more refined and the pina colada is delicious. On weekends they often have a singer and entertainment, but it's not a dancing place.
3. Restaurant - Paladar Mallorca
Overall Ratings
4 based on 122 reviews
Reviewed By Peggy W
The food was excellent and portions much larger than expected based on menu prices. Despite having a lunch reservation the wait staff seemed overwhelmed by the large group (16 people) - tables not set up when we arrived, need to share menus. Would definitely return if in Matanzas but not in a large group.
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2. Chef Bahia Restaurant Bar
Overall Ratings
5 based on 56 reviews
Restaurant of Cuban and International Food on the shores of the beautiful Bay of Matanzas
Reviewed By Alexander_Shelagin
Visited this reataurant during our stay in Varadero and Matanzas. Very nice staff, friendly and sensitive to orders. Tried the local starters - seviche and seafood salad. For main course took seafood an paella. Tasty fresh juices and desserts. Would recommend for visiting.
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1. El Bukan
Overall Ratings
4 based on 165 reviews
Reviewed By cailleighb
My girlfriends and I stayed in a casa in Matanzas and were told by many Cubans to go visit Bukan. We were blessed to have the opportunity to stay in Matanzas for 20 days. On our last night we decided to finally make our way to the cutest little restaurante that was on the top floor of a house. We walk up and the lovely Migeul said that he will call his manager and try to fit us in as it was typically a reservation only type place. He fit us in right away and we walk up a sit of stairs to the most beautiful and modern restaurant I've seen in a while. All of the staff, especially Samuel!, was beyond attentive and so nice! We were the only non Cubans in the place and there wasnt a lot of English speaking people but as I know some spanish I was able to find out what the favorite dishes were and we had the most delicious meal! I would 100% recommend this place!
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