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Café Habana

Cuban Restaurant and Mexican Restaurant$$$$
Eastern Malibu, Malibu
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    Greg J.
    "The guacamole and grilled corn are phenomenal!!"(5 Tips)
    Daniella R.
    "Mojitos were yummy and the Cubano sandwich was yummy."(6 Tips)
    Beta L.
    "... Asada, steak tacos, goat cheese quesadilla, kale salad, and much more"(2 Tips)
    Kira J.
    "The Shrimp Ceviche appetizer is amazinggg!"(3 Tips)
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  • Mariana A.heart icon on user image
    Mariana AcuñaOctober 27, 2012
    The vibe outside is way better than inside. The huevos rancheros are AWESOME. It's not a Cuban restaurant it's more Mexican, the shrimp ceviche was super fresh and the watermelon Gives it a nice touch
  • Gina B.
    Gina Blancarte-MillardSeptember 29, 2012
    Pet friendly restaurant. You can sit out in front at the bar tables or at their big couch. And, they bring you a water bowl for your pooches.
  • Clean Bay R.heart icon on user image
    Cafe Habana is part of the Clean Bay Restaurant Certification Program! They are doing their part to help reduce stormwater pollution in the Santa Monica Bay! To learn more, visit Read more
  • Jonathan A.heart icon on user image
    Jonathan ArevaloSeptember 7, 2012
    First timer grabbing dinner like myself? Grab a table outside; order the chips & guac; to drink, order the Cali Ginger; for app, order their corn; & the dinner entree, get the Carne Asada.
  • Vanity Fair Agenda
    Vanity Fair AgendaJanuary 30, 2012
    Inspired by Café Habana New York, the famed Cuban/Mexican café. The Grilled Corn Mexican Style with cotija cheese, chili powder, and lime requires at least two napkins but it is a must-try.
  • Stephanie M.heart icon on user image
    Stephanie M.June 20, 2015
    Pretty good place - southern California take on Cuban cooking, so mostly CA style. The sweet plantains do have the right Cuban flavor, other foods less so.
  • Donna W.
    Donna WhiteJune 23, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Sit outside in the garden setting. They can pull the shade above your table if needed. You can have your eggs any style in the huevos rancheros.
  • Kaelin K.
    Kaelin K.December 29, 2014
    Fast service and nice atmosphere, definetly recommend brown rice bowl with pork! Don't miss restaraunt parking spots right beside entrance.
  • Andrew S.
    Andrew ShultsJanuary 7, 2018
    Slow and inconsistent service compared to the NoLita (NYC) location (never got some items we asked for). Cuban sandwich is still solid. Maybe a little too dog friendly?
  • Sammy W.
    Sammy WongJuly 4, 2012
    The plantains and the snapper ceviche are both exceptional. So is the guacamole. A reputable ceviche critic said it was the best ceviche she's ever had.
  • Joy
    JoyJuly 12, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    So happy that my favorite little NYC eatery is finally here in LA! For your 1st time visit, start with their famous grilled corn, then get the Cuban sandwich with plantains on the side. Yummo! Read more
  • Kira J.heart icon on user image
    Kira JonesFebruary 16, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    There is no breakfast menu, but if you come in around breakfast/bruch you can order an amazing breakfast burrito!
  • Michael S.heart icon on user image
    Michael SmithJuly 29, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    Lemon chicken, carne asada and the cubano are what you want. Lemon chicken is only on the dinner menu though.
  • Stephen M.heart icon on user image
    Stephen MurphyApril 11, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    The prickly pear margarita is delicious. Try the corn, it's really great.
  • Beta L.heart icon on user image
    Beta LebeisApril 21, 2015
    Carne Asada, steak tacos, goat cheese quesadilla, kale salad, and much more
  • Mark W.heart icon on user image
    Mark WyrickJuly 27, 2020
    order the corn, order the corn, order the corn.
  • Michael K.heart icon on user image
    Michael KaneAugust 24, 2014
    It took 45+ minutes to sit down after our reservation time. The hostess had no idea what she was doing & said "I don't know when we can seat you, I'm just telling people what they want to hear." BAD
  • Winnie K.heart icon on user image
    Winnie KhooFebruary 23, 2016
    Fave: chips, decor; Skip: grilled corn, goat cheese quesadilla
  • Michelle L.
    Michelle LeeDecember 28, 2010
    The corn & Cubano are a must. The steak sandwich is also a fav! (Don't forget to ask for it medium rare!)
  • Brett M.
    Brett MorrisonJuly 8, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    The corn alone is worth it. Great location. Love this place!
  • Marc R.
    Marc ReisenOctober 28, 2013
    Great fish tacos and jalapeño margAritas'n the staff was Amazing
  • Kelley F.
    Kelley FerroOctober 6, 2014
    Strawberry frozen mojito & fish tacos- happiness.
  • Adora C.
    Adora CieAugust 25, 2014
    Spicy shrimp entree was good. Friendly efficient waiter.
  • Kira J.heart icon on user image
    Kira JonesApril 25, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    The Shrimp Ceviche appetizer is amazinggg!
  • Brian T.
    Brian TothSeptember 2, 2013
    Worst service EVER. Actually- NO service. 1st time was horrible, just gave 2nd chance: had to ask for server AfTER asking hostess to make sure someone help us.. We left after 15 min..No need to come
  • Ebee S.
    Ebee SJuly 19, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Taco Tuesday , karaoke on wensday it's a great place to eat and relax
  • Tony D.
    Tony DAugust 3, 2013
    Malibu Canyon Hwy is an awesome road to get to Habana.
  • Daniel R.
    Daniel R.June 21, 2010
    Pollo al Limon was the bomb! Too bad appetizers came with it, or even after it. The service here needs LOTS of work!
  • Paul S.
    Paul SteketeeMay 30, 2010
    Get the corn of course and the cubano. The tuna and the shrimp ceviches are outstanding, too.
  • Thrillist
    ThrillistJune 26, 2010
    Kick back at this colorful, casual Cuba-meets-Mexico hybrid cafe with a Fedora on and their specialty Morito - a Margarita/Mojito hybrid - in hand. Read more
  • Daniella R.
    Daniella RNovember 21, 2010
    Mojitos were yummy and the Cubano sandwich was yummy. Will be back fir more!
  • Dalal A.
    Dalal ANovember 11, 2013
    They have the most delicious corn ever
  • Gene V.heart icon on user image
    Gene VincentMay 14, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Tacos, corn and plantains...
  • George R.
    George RoblesApril 12, 2013
    I love the corn here. It's a must have!
  • DJ AM M.
    DJ AM MoAugust 9, 2012
    The mimosas are to die for
  • Josh K.
    Josh KreitzmanJune 19, 2010
    Get a michelada - it's not on the menu. Don't miss the corn.
  • Becky B.heart icon on user image
    Becky BoyleSeptember 2, 2014
    Shrimp tacos! So yummy!
  • Showtime Network
    Showtime NetworkJune 2, 2011
    My picks: skirt steak, corn. -Francine, The Real L Word
  • Sinem U.
    Sinem UzJune 10, 2017
    It's not worth for money. Too expensive and not delicious. Mexican food is not so good. Don't get tacos. I don't suggest sangria either.
  • Abu Aya K.heart icon on user image
    Abu Aya KDJuly 11, 2016
    Quick coffee at country mart
  • Vinicius N.heart icon on user image
    Vinicius NadlerNovember 28, 2015
    Milho. Corn. Prove!
  • SaraDISH S.
    SaraDISH SaraDISH.comAugust 8, 2011
    The Habana Steak Burrito with yellow rice is delicious!!!!
  • Zack J.
    Zack JeromeAugust 31, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Zacapa. Street corn.
  • Russell A.heart icon on user image
    Russell AdamsJanuary 18, 2020
    Tacos & Salmon burger.
  • Celery J.
    Celery JonesMay 18, 2013
    The grilled corn was insaaane
  • Rose P.
    Rose PerryJune 8, 2014
    SO good! Get a mojito!
  • Rachel L.heart icon on user image
    Rachel LodinApril 4, 2016
    Amazing corn!!
  • Greg J.
    Greg JennessFebruary 25, 2011
    The guacamole and grilled corn are phenomenal!!
  • Courtney S.
    Courtney ShanklinJune 15, 2014
    Margaritas and people watching
  • Alex S.
    Alex SandarsNovember 10, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Tacos, corn, cocktails.... I haven't had anything bad here.
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