Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 26934 reviews

What Magdalen Dickinson doesn't like about Habana:
The decor and ambiance is gorgeous, food is nothing great I tried the fried avocados and they were horrible all the praise on yelp must be from peeps with bland palates or who haven’t tasted better which is not surprising since we are in OC. Waiter sucked he never refilled our waters, sangria was tasteless but my wife liked her wine. Front host Brian was disappointing. He didn’t greet us when we entered and made us s... View all feedback. What Ashley Thiel likes about Habana:
that was the choice of my wife for date night. the atmosphere was beautiful. the food was excellent. it reminded us of our last trip to south beach. I would definitely recommend others to give this place a try. View all feedback.

Reviews from various websites

Gastroranking-it
4.8 ★ from 50 reviews
Marcus
05.10.2024 - 13:49

The place is really rustic and charming We Came for lunch and got the special Chicken empanadas was delicious with a fantastic sweet habanero ketchup sauce The...

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Christopher
05.10.2024 - 13:49

Fresh Cuban food and chill vibes! Tried many of the empanada appetizers and had the salmon dish as an entree. Would go back to try other items on the menu.

Brendon
05.10.2024 - 13:49

Really good cuban food. The closest I could find on the West Coast. Nothing like Tampa or Miami, but good enough

Julian
05.10.2024 - 13:49

I thoroughly enjoyed my experience at Habana Restaurant. I made a reservation for our 2-year anniversary with my girlfriend via Open Table for Saturday 4/13/24...

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Bryce
05.10.2024 - 13:49

Habana is an exceptional restaurant experience. Their food delivers perfect flavor and spice. I thoroughly enjoyed the Rum Pepper Shrimp and the plantains. Abso...

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The restaurant Habana offers a mixed experience for diners. Some patrons may find the decor and ambiance gorgeous, reminiscent of a trip to South Beach, while others may be put off by disappointing service encounters, particularly with staff like the front host. However, those who enjoy great food and drinks in a lively atmosphere may still find the restaurant worth a visit. The menu offers a variety of flavorful dishes, such as the paella and skirt steak, with the Mariscos Fritos being a recommended option for seafood lovers. Overall, Habana seems to be a solid choice for a fun night out, especially for those looking for a unique dining experience.

Menu
4.8 ★ from 20 reviews
Viva
15.05.2023 - 05:23

This is my second time here and I always have the same impression after that. Great ambience, fantastic drinks and overpriced food. My steak was good, but at th...

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Kristopher
15.05.2023 - 05:23

The mood was amazing from the beginning, as the place played with energy and great music. The staff was super friendly and attentive with a special thanks Oscar...

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Neva
15.05.2023 - 05:23

The food was great. The taste of Habana was my favorite. Drinks are smooth and delicious. Our waitress was friendly and attentive. The lechon asado was tender a...

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Mario
15.05.2023 - 05:23

That was my wife's choice for Date Night. The atmosphere was beautiful. The food was excellent. It reminded us of our last trip to South Beach. I would definite...

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Arthur
15.05.2023 - 05:23

Wonderful experience at Habana today. I met my friend who designed the space there for lunch. I had the salad with plantains and pineapple and he had the salmon...

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Restaurantji
4.4 ★ from 969 reviews
Hailey
24.09.2024 - 18:19

Beautiful ambience, dog friendly and excellent food. Although it’s definitely on the pricier side. My favorite is roasted chicken and side of plantains. My frie...

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David
24.09.2024 - 18:19

Habana has long been one of my favorite restaurants. The food remains excellent and unique. But they recently changed the salmon dish, which used to be extraord...

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Adria
24.09.2024 - 18:19

I sat at the bar on Tuesday for Happy Hour. The bartender Jereny was so amazing. Great personality and so friendly. I had an amazing time and will definitely be...

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Flavio
24.09.2024 - 18:19

The food was delicious and the service was fantastic. We only waited 5 minutes for a table after telling us it was a 1 hour wait. The drinks were great as well...

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Isabel
24.09.2024 - 18:19

It was crazy loud even outside but the food and service was excellent and once done people left it became more enjoyable Outside tables are severely sticky Park...

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Google
4.5 ★ from 1953 reviews
BREE
01.11.2023 - 18:59

Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $50–100 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Paella a La Habana, Skirt Steak, Chicken Empan...

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John
01.11.2023 - 18:59

This place is a gem. A little pricey but worth it. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Hector
01.11.2023 - 18:59

Great spot for good food and great drinks. The ambiance is hard to beat or replicate and everyone makes you feel at home. I recommend the Mariscos Fritos. Servi...

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Sherman
01.11.2023 - 18:59

This place rocks! Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $100+ Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Chicken Empanadas, Veggie Empa...

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jase
01.11.2023 - 18:59

Always pleasing the pallette, either cocktails or the dinner menu. An OC must have Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Menuism
4.1 ★ from 5 reviews
Ayla
02.04.2023 - 05:06

I came here to celebrate my birthday with a large group of friends and it was the perfect setting for a relaxing, cool SoCal dinner. we sat in the outdoor terra...

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Lyda
02.04.2023 - 05:06

Perfect place to take a date or hang with friends. I felt definitiw like in new york when I ate here. excellent menu selection, everything I ordered was delicio...

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Dorris
02.04.2023 - 05:06

They know that they are in California when they can have a nice dinner on the terrace in short sleeves in the middle of the winter. the outside terrace of haban...

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Cristina
02.04.2023 - 05:06

This place was told. My friend and I decided to try. The pictures of the food looked really exotic and that's exactly how it was in the restaurant. But the tast...

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Magdalen
02.04.2023 - 05:06

The decor and ambiance is gorgeous, food is nothing great I tried the fried avocados and they were horrible all the praise on yelp must be from peeps with bland...

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Yelp
4.1 ★ from 5875 reviews
Kevin
01.11.2023 - 18:59

Drinks: fire. Food: fire. Atmosphere: fire. Staff and consumer experience: fire. Just go. ...No actually, don't, so don't don't have to fight for an open table.

TJ
01.11.2023 - 18:59

Guys, book it. Planning a date night for my wife can be intimidating. She is the influencer type and that is a ton of pressure for me to pick the right spot. Ha...

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Alex
01.11.2023 - 18:59

Located in The Lab outdoor mall, Habana is a swanky spot that serves up Cuban cuisine. They have a lovely patio, and an intimate dining room designed to look li...

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Tripadvisor
4.1 ★ from 282 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.2 ★ from 10676 reviews
Sirved
4.4 ★ from 5080 reviews
Gastroranking-us
4.3 ★ from 2024 reviews

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