El Cocinero

Very cool dining hangout during weekdays, serving amazing food. Not cheap but definitely worth it. Pick one of the delicious cocktails and try the octopus.

El Cocinero is a gem of a restaurant. The curry fish and crab tacos are standout dishes, bursting with some flavor. Plus, its proximity to the Cuban Art Factory makes it a convenient and delightful dining choice. Highly recommended!

What a cool spot! This open air rooftop bar is one of a kind. Servers were attentive, but not overbearing, great wine selection, food was excellent - came in portions easy to share. Highly recommend.

It certainly isn’t cheap, but man this place blew our minds away. One of the most beautiful, hip restaurants I have ever been to. Service was warm and professional. The food was innovative, beautiful, and delicious. We shared the outstanding croquetas, tuna tartare bites, rabbit, and the sublime red snapper in tikka masala sauce. For dessert the blue cheese tart stood out. One of the best desserts I have ever had.

Make sure to book a table for 7:45 because this place is fantastic. My wife and I absolutely loved the ambiance. It's the perfect spot for a romantic evening or a friends to hangout. The service was top-notch, and the staff even let us capture the stunning sunset with some photos. The food? Oh, it was divine! Trust me, you won't be disappointed. Whether you're going with your significant other or a group of friends, this place is a winner. Winner winner chicken dinner.

Really great restaurant. The neighborhood is the only con as it is kind of ugly and far from the tourist area. Otherwise it is perfect. The food is great! Loved the dumplings, the cucumber pasta with meatballs was so good. The lobster with risotto tasted so original. But the best part of it was the freshly baked bread with basil butter, to die for! The chocolate pie was super tasty too. Definitely a must in Havana. Not pricey at all. Good wine selection.

This was absolutely top-notch. We got there early before they opened and came back at 6:30 pm. We were not disappointed. The natural mango juices were absolutely the best. The flavor was an explosion of fresh mango!

We ordered the grilled fish with a side of rice and a second side of vegetables.

The fish was unbelievable. Flakey and quite delicious.

This is a MUST VISIT for Havana and Fábrica de Arte Cubano.

A very beautiful terrace, you forget completely you are in poor Cuba. Food was very good, but it is really expensive. Be prepared to pay between 40 to 50 US dollars per person.

Awesome space and super hip even for an old Boomer. We had no reservation but they accommodated us immediately for a table of two. Drinks were great and the food was on point. I had ribs that would challenge Tennessee BBQ. Definitely worth a taxi ride if you are in Havana. Just don’t take a CoCo!

We heard this is one of the best restaurants in Cuba and it did not disappoint! The food was excellent. Our server was very nice and spoke very good English. To top it off the atmosphere was amazing. I would recommend starting with drinks at the bar on the top floor and then having a nice dinner on the terrace.

Great multi-storey restaurant and bar, right next to the Cuban Art Factory (Fabrica de Arte Cubano) not far from glitzy Miramar. Food is one of the best we had in Havana (especially the fish tacos), with great service and a view to boot. Mainly a hangout spot for tourists and expats.

Very good food, drinks and services. Awesome place and decoration. Must visit. However, it is expensive. The meat and fishes do not come with garnishes. The chorizo is not like Argentina, it is not a beef. It is like a salsiche. Find the menu in the photos.

One of the most cool spots to go out in Havana! I’ve only been twice, once May 2022 and once in Nov 2015. Kept the same great food quality and atmosphere both times, more than 7 years apart. Definitely on my top 5 to visit whenever in Havana

Beautiful food, just a shame the place was fairly empty when we were there so lacked a little atmosphere, this was because the art place next door was being redone. Even so great food and one of the most striking rooftop bars I've ever been in. See the pic!! Insist to eat on the roof!!
Lobster and tuna special probs the best...

Very nice place. Roof top. Open. Had fish croquettes, very 👍. Recommended

bang tidy. Make sure you ask to sit on the top floor on the roof. Makes the experience infinitely more enjoyable. Avoid falling for the ‘fresh’ lobster. Stick to the menu, the gazpacho is refreshing, lamb chops are lovely. Known to be frequented by NBA stars.

Cozy trendy place to take a relaxed break from the busy Havana street life. Surprisingly good food with nice drinks and very friendly staff! Definitely worth stopping here, for example after seeing the Necrópolis Cristóbal Colón.

Coming over the hill, El Cocinero's factory stack appears into view somewhat before its namesake below. When the realization hits that this is your destination, the impression sets in that this won't be an ordinary meal. Make reservations ahead and confirm them - try for outdoor seating but none will disappoint.

The food is unreal and the service was amazing. Also knew English which was helpful. The vibes were awesome. We went a few times!!

I just returned from my first trip to Cuba and this is a place that blew my mind! It is a super cool and hip restaurant - the kind you don't imagine you'll find in Havana. The decor of the rooftop location was just stunning. Their wait staff and bartenders are excellent. The food was delicious and relatively inexpensive. Great food. Great vibe. A great experience! Definitely make this a stop on your Cuba itinerary. (And afterwards, walk a few steps to the Cuban Art Factory for yet another mind-blowing experience!)