Suggestions for Caribbean Restaurant near Alphabet City, New York

Eater • January 9, 2018Miss Lily’s 7A Cafe, is the perfect date night spot with reggae records on the walls and a cozy atmosphere. Menu standouts include sorrel glazed pork ribs and oxtail with butter beans.

Carleen • November 11, 2020come for the jerk chicken, festival + island vibes, stay for the music.

Miguel S. • June 30, 2011One of the only spots in Manhattan to get a real Cuban sandwich

Frank E. • December 6, 2014Amazing Latin food at an amazing price. Big portions.

Elvis R. • August 20, 2017Wow.... this place is a blessing for Manhattanites! loved their oxtail stew- similar to Negril, Jamaica. Also, they have wrey and nephew rum for the brave rum lovers! Dont miss this authentic spot.

JK • August 24, 2021Try vegetarian whole-roasted cauliflower in cashew sauce seasoned with allspice, Fish tacos and braised oxtail

Dan M. • December 4, 2022lowkey fire af. the griot and mussels are 🤩

Vinay J. • December 9, 2019Chicken empanadas are amazing. Chicken chimi is a great lunch and only $7

Mike T. • November 18, 2010Cuban Sandwiches for $4.50. This is one of the best deals in the city

DoubleDeuce • June 29, 2015I'm disappointed that of all of the great Puerto Rican coffees, they make their espresso with Café Bustelo. But this is probably the best comfort food served in a friendly atmosphere around.

Jeff F. • July 29, 2014Whatever you do, get some Elote (grilled corn) to go with it.

Vero • January 12, 2013Best Cuban sandwich I've had in NYC thus far!

Ms H. • July 22, 2015Start with snapper ceviche and tuna tartare with green olives and chili in crispy taco. Roasted cod with smokey rub, avocado sauce and chili oil, finish with coconut cake and vanilla bean ice cream

Kimmie O. • September 28, 2019Get the rabo encendido (oxtail stew), a cortadito & tres leches.

Cole K. • February 15, 2016Super solid brunch. $14 for bottomless cocktails (including mojitos and caipirinhas)? Yes please! Plus the food is tasty. Huevos rancheros come in a tortillas like a quesadilla, almost.

JP • October 13, 2015Yum, best Cuban food in NYC and great margaritas and sangria. Definitely a night I remember.

Omar A. • March 9, 2021Great friggin'food. Real nice staff and the place looks great. Can't go wrong

RC • July 28, 2015If you're in the neighborhood, it is a good option for simple and delicious cuban fusion tapas. The prices, even drinks, are very reasonable. It is worth a try even though service is slow.

Erik H. • May 11, 2018The comida is great! Arepas dulce are amazing!

Gianna N. • October 30, 2018Inexpensive lunch salads. Fresh and tasty ingredients and dressing

Joyce • March 8Great chicken sandwich and friendly service - awkward seating