Is the Famous La Guarida Restaurant in Havana Worth the Hype?

This post is all about La Guarida Restaurant in Havana.

Ah, La Guarida! Just saying the name makes me think of swift jazz music and caviar. La Guarida is one of, if not the, nicest restaurant in all of Havana.

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About La Guarida Restaurant

La Guarida Restaurant in Havana, Cuba, is an iconic culinary gem that has earned its place as one of the city’s most renowned and cherished dining establishments. Located in a beautifully weathered colonial building, this restaurant exudes an air of faded grandeur and nostalgia, making it the ideal unique dining experience to have in Havana.

This enchanting restaurant is so gorgeous that the classic Cuban film “Strawberry and Chocolate” was filmed here and is recognized by film buffs around the world.

What to Wear at La Guarida Restaurant in Havana

Getting there

The actual location of the restaurant is likely quite away from where you are staying, so be sure to leave early. It isn’t located in any part of Havana where tourists would be booking a hotel or Airbnb.

La Guarida Restaurant Address: 418 Concordia, La Habana, Cuba

How to Score Reservations at La Guardia

It is essential that you make reservations to dine at La Guarida weeks in advance.

Reservations can be made on their website (which can be a bit slow so be patient). When you make your reservations online, be sure to include in the notes that you’d like a table outdoors if they are able to accommodate it!

After your online reservation, you should receive an email confirmation.

The Cuisine

Now let’s get to the most important part of any dining experience… the food!

It’s important to know that although it may state they have something on their menu, Cuba can oftentimes experience severe food shortages. When I was visiting, chicken was impossible to order anywhere. This is quite common, so go with an open mind.

We started off the dining experience with Piña coladas, bread, and pesto ravioli. The pesto ravioli (Ravioli de Queso) was my favorite dish of the evening as it was light and full of flavor. It’s the perfect appetizer to begin your meal with.

For our entrees, I ordered a Pork dish (Solomillo de cerdo) with mango salsa and added a side of rice. It was absolutely delicious! My friend ordered lobster, and while she said it was very good, it was just a tad below her lobster expectations.

We ended the meal with Chocolate Tres Leches cake and Sopa de Coco (coconut “soup”) dessert, which were both very tasty.

How Much it Costs to Eat at La Guarida Restaurant

Our ticket came in the most charming little box. Our bill ended up totaling around $50 each. However, we really went all out ordering mixed drinks, bread, appetizers, extra sides, and dessert.

You could definitely eat here if you were on a tighter budget. We knew this would be our most special meal, so we really took advantage of all the delicious options presented to us.

We left La Guarida full and satisfied. Dining here was a magical experience that I recommend everyone experiences when in Havana.

Be sure to stop by the restrooms on your way out, which are almost as impressive as the restaurant!

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