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Habana Restaurant

Restaurant Bar Latin american restaurant Caribbean restaurant Cuban restaurant

Cuban dishes & mojitos star at this tropics-themed outpost with outdoor cabanas. People often mention good, Cuban, delicious, great, Habana, time, rice, amazing, sandwich, beans,


Address

2728 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704, United States

Website

www.habanaaustin.com

Contact

+1 512-443-4253

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (1.7K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 11 am to 11 pm
  • Sunday: 11 am to 10 pm
  • Monday: 11 am to 10 pm
  • Tuesday: 11 am to 10 pm
  • Wednesday: 11 am to 10 pm
  • Thursday: 11 am to 10 pm
  • Friday: 11 am to 11 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (15) Cuban (14) delicious (9) great (9) Habana (8) time (8) rice (8) amazing (7) sandwich (6) beans (6)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 Keay A. 2 years ago on Google
    Visiting Habana was a nice little surprise; this was my first time having Cuban food, and I know for sure that we plan to come back very soon! Immediately, I fell in love with the greenery both inside and out on the patio! I can tell that a lot of thought went into making Habana feel welcoming and warm. I started with the refreshing Rose Sangria and it was the only drink I needed(just how I like it). To this day I'm still thinking about the Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich that I had: it beats out any chicken sandwich I've had from most of the big fast-food brands. We had a side order of rice + black beans, it was amazing! It reminded me of Jamaican rice and peas; I made sure to take most of it home to savor later haha. If you haven't been to Habana, this is your sign to go!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Danny V. 2 years ago on Google
    We came here a year ago and it was very authentic. We live in San Antonio so whenever we come to Austin we want to eat some authentic Cuban. Spending the day here, we waited until night time to eat dinner and decided we’d stop by Habana before heading home. We ordered yuca Frita and papa rellena for appetizers. The second order of papa rellena was cold - okay no problem. We got it redone and thought nothing of it. Simple mistake I’m sure. Once the food came out, that’s where things took a turn. I don’t know if the cook is new or they have new management… but the food just didn’t taste right at all. We ordered chicken y arroz and the arroz didn’t even taste like yellow rice. The chicken was super dry - almost like it was cooked overnight and left out for 8 hours. My wife and daughters didn’t finish their food and just gave it to the dogs instead. We came with high expectations but came out not wanting to come back :(
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jabre W. 2 years ago on Google
    Passed this restaurant on the way to my hotel and decided to come back for a late bite & I'm glad I did. The bartender recommended a dish since I am unfamiliar with Cuban cuisine. My dish was amazing & the portion size was more than enough to feed 2 people. There are several areas to lounge & talk. They also have a covered patio if you don't feel like eating inside. The decor inside is fascinating and bonus for them having a fully stocked bar.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Glory C. 2 years ago on Google
    This was my second time visiting Habana. I forgot the vibe is always just right. On top of flavorful and filling food, I love the nature that surrounds customers during their dine in experience. Habana has tons of storytelling art on the walls and classic cubano tunes playing aloud. Come get your taste of Cuba here!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nicole “Coleyworld” H. 6 months ago on Google
    Coleyworld approved 💜 Everything was fantastic ! I ordered the fricase de pollo and it was SO good and plentiful. The chicken cooked to perfection and juicy. It was delivered on a platter with this delicious sauce that covered the plate. Potatoes, yellow rice and black beans as well. I’m about to go heat up my leftovers now! Can’t wait to go back!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Becky O. 2 years ago on Google
    Ate here today with a friend and it was the most awful Cuban food I’ve ever had. I’ve had Cuban food in L.A., New York, Paris and Mexico City. While I haven’t been to Cuba, I grew up in an area with a sizable Cuban community and know what “good” Cuban food is. This is not it. I ordered Ropa Vieja & Congris (a typical rice & bean side). They arrived cold. It was clear this stuff had been sitting around for 3 days and they tried to “reheat” it and didn’t do a good job. The rice and beans were hard and glossy from being old and reheated more than once. I also ordered a mojito and it came with some of the oldest mint leaves I’ve ever seen… I could tell they were already wilting because they weren’t muddled very well. The drink tasted like pure alcohol & literally had no mint flavor. Lastly, I paid $35 with tip for the hot mess of a meal I described above! Realy?! Almost $40 USD. Ridiculous 👎👎 This food was so disgusting, I ate 1/4 of it just bc I was hungry. I then went home and made me a salad 👇 to cover the stank of the aftertaste & nasty burps I had after eating this food. Here’s a pic of my wonderful salad. Total cost with fresh ingredients at home: $2.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Priscilla H. 1 year ago on Google
    The food is so good!! The decor is also so nice and just a great atmosphere. The staff is awesome, too! I can't wait to go back.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bill P. 4 months ago on Google
    Wow. The seafood was crazy awesome. Drinks are delicious. The tres leches is Devine. Service was the best. Give this place a try.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Raghad Abu J. 7 months ago on Google
    It was my first time trying cuban food, and I wasn’t disappointed. I got the cuban sloppy joe,and it was very juicy, flavor, and filling. I couldn’t finish the entire sandwich that I had to take it home and reheat it the next day, and it was still great.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gwen H. 2 years ago on Google
    If you want a good, hearty meal in South Austin away from the city crowd, this is the place to go. I had lunch there one day and was served with a generous portion of meat paired with tasty rice and beans. 100% would return. Bring your own container because there’s a good chance you won’t be able to finish everything in one sitting!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Amy P. 2 years ago on Google
    Atmosphere: Funky, lounge/Cuban vibe Service: Friendly and efficient Food: Pork was delicious, braised and perfectly tender, black beans were flavorful, rice was on the dry side. Guacamole was okay, didn’t taste freshly made. Plantains we’re crispy and delicious. Portions are generous. Pricing: Moderately expensive $15 for Guacamole, $14.00 for lunch entree.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Matthew M. 1 year ago on Google
    Often pick up lunch here the meats are obviously slow cooked with care and are delicious I love that the Borracho beans have pork and potato in them I like that I can get plantains caramelized here The cocktail and beer selection is excellent The cheese in the empanadas is fantastic

  • 5/5 Otniel A. 1 year ago on Google
    My family and I haven’t been in Habana restaurant in many years because now we’re living a little to far but we decided to go back in a Sunday afternoon to expend some family time and remember when we used to come here very often and have good time and let me tell you it’s better than what Used to be. We really enjoyed the food, still the cuban flavors we was looking for and the drinks Wow no complain the alcohol right on point especially the cuban mojito but the best was the experience we have and that was a lot thanks to the waitress German who provided us the best customer service we had in a very long time. 100% recommended base in my experience.

  • 5/5 Stephanni Y. 1 year ago on Google
    The food was amazing!. Their portions are really good, I got a Cuban sandwich, and my husband got a picadillo, both were perfectly cooked. The staff was so nice to us, we came with our dog and the owner was accommodating and helpful. The place is super dog friendly, you can tell they care about their customers. It was the best service I ever had. So far this is the best restaurant we've been in Texas. Thank you for the excellent service!

  • 5/5 Joe J. 1 year ago on Google
    Had a great experience here with some friends. The food was delicious, like every single dish, they were short staffed on the day I went but still was satisfied with the service. I came here with 3 people and we all will be coming back at some point. I’ve been here once before on my own and had a few cocktails and those were delicious as well. Really no issues with the place besides the fact that every main dish/cocktail will put ya back between 15-20$. That’s not really an issue because the food is good, the flan was good but the cinnamon whipped cream stole the show and turned a good dish into an incredible one. The Yuca Borracho balls were incredible and the sauce they used complimented the balls perfectly. I had the Pollo Salteado which was good, not amazing but good/above average, while it wasn’t bland it could use more flavor/spices in my opinion but I don’t regret getting it. I was satisfied but not blown away by it. My friends had the Spicy chicken sandwich which looked delicious and he was very happy (and will probably be what I order next time) with and a beef empanada which looked like a normal empanada. His partner had a Sandwich Cubano which looked excellent and tasted great. Overall it has a great atmosphere and can make a perfect date night/pregame with friends, great food and good drinks just don’t expect to spend less than 30$. Again this place is worth the price I’m just letting the price conscious people know, overall o recommend coming here and trying the food and drinks for yourself

  • 5/5 Jason R. 4 months ago on Google
    This little hole in the wall restaurant may not look like much on the outside, but the food and drinks are amazing. We attempted to order way more food than 2 people could eat, and they tried to talk us out of it. They didn't try to make us spend a ton of money, though we did because we wanted to try a little of everything. The servers are all friendly, based on the ones I interacted with, and the different sauces paired well with the different meats and sides. I recommend trying a little of everything when you come. I will definitely be making the hour and 20 minute drive again for this amazing restaurant.

  • 5/5 Connor C. 6 months ago on Google
    Best Cuban restaurant in Austin! Great for a quick drop in for a drink. Mocktails are great, the cocktails are even better! Perfectly situated on Congress complete with all encompassing cabana feel in Havana. Cigars present at the front, we’ll behaved dogs welcome in the back! The Cuban is amazing. Sized for two small meals or one huge one. The staff is so present and friendly. The small plates are priced $6-$9 and make perfect for a quick on the go bite. Vino says, “thanks for the water!”

  • 5/5 Carlos R. 5 months ago on Google
    Nice surprise in S Austin. I had heard of Habana as a venue and, for some reason thought it was more Tex-Mexy than Cuban. I was wrong. This is a legit Cuban cuisine and delicioso. There is an influence of T-M in the Croquetas and Guacamole with plantains. So 👍🏽. We were all happy with our meals. Service was impressive. Will return.

  • 5/5 Charles W. 5 months ago on Google
    we were in the neighborhood and stopped in for lunch and so glad we did! i haven’t had a cuban sandwich this good since i was in miami. i enjoyed every bite, with its pillowy bread, juicy meat, and crisp bite of the pickles. i definitely want to come back for more of their delicious looking dishes!

  • 5/5 David L. 5 months ago on Google
    Such a quaint, cozy and charming taste of Cuba on South Congress. Excellent selection of rum drinks and great happy hour. Food hit the spot. Enjoyed the sandwich de pescado (tilapia), the shrimp platter and of course tostones. Delectable sauces.

  • 5/5 Daniel T. 2 years ago on Google
    Love this spot honestly it has yet to disappoint, if your in the south Austin area stop in for a very delightful experience in Cuban cuisine. The Ropa Vieja is a great way to start your love affair with this place, a savory and rich dish that will make sure you clean your plate


Call +1 512-443-4253 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Happy-hour food
    • ✓️ Happy-hour drinks
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
  • From the business
    • ✓️ Identifies as women-owned

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