Gustazo - Cambridge

Wonderful Cuban restaurant in the porter Square area ! Definitely has a vibrant atmosphere and easily a good date night spot or place to go with friends and fam... read more Wonderful Cuban restaurant in the porter Square area ! Definitely has a vibrant atmosphere and easily a good date night spot or place to go with friends and family. We came and though service was a bit slow, the drinks were amazing ! Most drinks were rumbased, and presented authentically get the el hotel national or Cuban cigar. The food was amazingly filling, yet light. Agood spread of meat and vegetarian dishes, which catered to everyone in our groups. The ceviche, octopus, lamb chops, hummus,and yucca were all highlights. Though it was a bit pricey at the end, definitely would come back to visit. The staff was veryfriendly and accommodating!

Unfortunately we weren’t impressed with our visit. Some of the dishes were quite good but others were very disappointing, especially for the supposed quality (p... read more Unfortunately we weren’t impressed with our visit. Some of the dishes were quite good but others were very disappointing, especially for the supposed quality (price) of the restaurant. The truffle yuca fries were the standout. They were delicious,perfectly crunching and well seasoned with a flavorful balancing dip. The cauliflower was also quite good, though I wish thetexture had been more crispy. The mariscada was pretty terrible. The mussels was so tasteless and almost sandy, we couldn’teat more than a few of them. The squid was edible but had no flavorful and were rubbery. The ceviche was interesting (in a goodway) and we enjoyed it. We probably won’t return unless only for the yuca fries!

The restaurant couldn’t find my reservation, which had been confirmed through Open Table. We were seated in a very noisy section, and when we requested to move... read more The restaurant couldn’t find my reservation, which had been confirmed through Open Table. We were seated in a very noisy section, and when we requested to move to a quieter area, we were informed that those tables were reserved. Ultimately, we settled on the lovely patio, and the dinner was delicious, but I was disappointed with how we were treated at the beginning.

We went for a dinner for two and shared three small plates and one large plate. The small plates really impressed us—we tried the crispy pork belly, lamb chops,... read more We went for a dinner for two and shared three small plates and one large plate. The small plates really impressed us—we tried the crispy pork belly, lamb chops, and Gulf shrimp. The lamb chops were definitely the standout. However, most dishes were a bit on the salty side. For the large plate, we had the swordfish, which was just okay. The lentil soup with sweet potatoes was refreshing but also a little too salty. The restaurant was packed on Saturday evening, and we dined on the patio. The ambiance was pleasant, and the staff were courteous and friendly. The drink menu was excellent, offering a wide variety of tropical cocktails.

The food quality at Gustazo was excellent, and the portion sizes were adequate. The location is ideal, but make sure to book a day in advance. They also offer p... read more The food quality at Gustazo was excellent, and the portion sizes were adequate. The location is ideal, but make sure to book a day in advance. They also offer parking behind the restaurant. I wish there were more vegetarian options, especially for both small and large plates. The service was a bit slow, but we were informed that they were short-staffed. The staff was friendly overall. The place is enjoyable, though it can be somewhat pricey since the portions aren't very large, encouraging you to order more. Definitely try the spinach empanadas—they’re not on the menu, but you can ask for them. Overall, the restaurant is definitely worth a visit.