Diedrich-Marisa G-R

Cuban food is comfort food to me and Victor’s Cafe did not disappoint. In fact, it was so good that I couldn’t wait to take pictures of the entrees! All the appetizers looked great, but we went with the tostones con masitas de puerco. The sangria was excellent with wonderful fresh fruit. I ordered the ropa vieja and my friend ordered the lechón asado. Both were excellent. The meat was flavorful and tender. The rice was perfect and the beans were delicious (if maybe a tad salty but still great). The portion sizes were perfect and the food arrived hot. There was a mix up with our drink order so it took awhile to get the correct drink and the appetizer. That meant from the time we sat down until we both had our drinks 30 minutes had passed. We had been served water but that’s a long time to wait before you get your cocktail. The interior here is very nice, which each room having a different mood. It definitely feels like more upscale dining but the prices are not that much different than other restaurants that are not as nice. I would definitely go back!

Tyler Benitez

The food and hospitality at Victor’s Cafe is unmatched! I went with friends to celebrate a birthday and I cannot rave enough. The staff is so incredibly nice, the food is phenomenal and their drinks were amazing. We had such an amazing start to my friend’s birthday as we went for brunch. I came here about a year and a half ago, as I live out of town, and could not wait to come back as I am obsessed with their Cuban eggs Benedict. I cannot say enough good things about this establishment!

Jaime HRodriguez

I am biased because I’ve known Victor’s Cafe for decades. My late Mother loved the restaurant. And we all love Cuban food. The menu has changed over the years but it’s still delicious, based on what my wife and I had this last time. We both enjoyed the palmito salad. She had the salmon ceviche (which was presented more like a tartar), and I had the Pargo en Camisa de Plátano. And delicious café cubano. Excellent service from our server Armando. We also enjoyed the live music.

Michael Burke

Love this restaurant! Ropa Vieja for me and my wife had Paella, both as good as it gets! We also enjoyed 2 appetizers, Croquetas and Bacalaitos. It just doesn't get an better if your in NYC and want Cuban Cuisine! FYI, ask for Armando as your server, he's fabulous!! They also gave me Guava puffed pastries with a wonderful cream dipping sauce!!

+2

Olga Hehl

My husband and I have been going to Victor's for about thirty years and would go more often if we lived closer. It never disappoints. Last night we went for an early dinner and ordered our usual: Hemingway daiquiris to start, lechón asado for my husband and my all-time favorite Cuban dish, vaca frita. Everything was delicious. We ended our meals with wonderful desserts and Cuban style coffee. Gabriel, our server, was very efficient and friendly. The host (I didn't get his name) was very welcoming. This is a truly sophisticated, elegant restaurant that is not pretentious. It has a very pleasant atmosphere. I look forward to our next visit.

+2

Deborah Sarmir

My boyfriend and I diner here on an early Tuesday evening before going to a show. The place was hoping at 6 pm, and we were quickly seated at our reserved table. We began with two fantastic mixed drinks. I went with the traditional Cuban Mojito and my boyfriend started with a Cuban twist on an Old Fashioned. Both drinks were extraordinary! For appetizers we feasted on Salmon Ceviche and Bartolito. For dinner we switched drinks and ordered a pitcher of red sangria...which was made even more special because it was referred to in the menu as "slutty sangria"!! For our main course he had Lichen Asado and I had Camarones Enchilados. Both dishes were incredible! I highly recommend this incredible restaurant that is spectacular both in terms of taste and service.

+1

Ruby Chan

If you haven’t had much Cuban food like us, Victor’s Cafe is the place to go. For over half a century, it has been a fixture for modern Cuban cuisine in NYC since 1963. We were captivated by the unique dishes that reflect a fusion of Spanish, African, and Caribbean influences. As a family-owned restaurant, you can feel the warmth in both the service and the food. It’s right in the Theater District, making it perfect for grabbing dinner and drinks before or after a Broadway show, with its inviting atmosphere and even live music. ＊Havana Guac $19 ＊Croquetas Corral $16 The Havana guac was aesthetically arranged with tropical root chips and queso frito. The chips were light and not greasy, making them a perfect match for the fresh guac. We also enjoyed the croquettes, which were filled with Berkshire ham and served with a tomato dip. ＊Paella de Mariscos $45 *** We got two of their signature main dishes: paella was my fav while my friend enjoyed vaca frita more. The paella was brimming with shrimps, mussels, squid and clams. I loved how fresh all the seafood tasted. My friend found it too salty while I thought it was perfectly seasoned. ＊Vaca Frita Al Mojo Agrio $36 * The vaca frita came with a pan of shredded beef, accompanied by a side of rice and black beans. The meat had those crispy edges that added a crunch to every bite. It was a little too dry for my liking but my friend loved it. It was a classic Cuban combo if you wanna try something new! ＊Tres Leches $14 *** ＊Flan $11 Pro tip: Save room for dessert. We both agreed the tres leche was the best we’ve ever had. Topped with torched meringue and berries, the sponge soaked in three milks was incredibly moist. The flan was good too with a light caramel syrup. ＊Cafe Cubano $5 It was rich, aromatic and sweet. I would’ve had more if I went for brunch or lunch :P

+30

J Y

Really good food!! Every dish was superbly delicious. We emptied them in no time. Loved the plantains. Waiters were quite friendly and energetic. Restroom was clean. Pricing was fine. Music of moderate volume. Decor was cute

Beau Bender

Continuing my birthday party at one of my very favorite Cuban restaurants. This place is the real deal. My croquettes were savory, creamy and crispy. My mojito was like liquid candy. My paella is what a paella should be, a taste of the ocean while sitting in Manhattan. This is and has been one of my very favorite places for authentic Cuban food. A must do on anyone’s list.

+4

First time here. The place is very nice the atmosphere is pretty chill. I came during restaurant week and their prefix menu is very limited so keep that in mind. Also be prepared to pay more since you are dining in downtown area. The restaurant is conveniently located near the E-C subway station and also the orange lines on 6th avenue.

I recently visited Victor's Cafe Cuban Restaurant and had a solid 4-star experience overall. Every aspect of the visit was remarkably consistent; I rated the food, service, and atmosphere each at a dependable 3 stars. It is a reliable choice if you are looking for a steady experience where the quality of the meal, the attentiveness of the staff, and the overall vibe of the restaurant all meet standard expectations.

Jan Siderius

Excellent Cuban restaurant especially before going to the Buena vista social club musical. Definitely gets you in the right vibe.

Taste Bud

The food here is just ok and they are certainly not generous with their portions. The best part of our meal was the guac with chicaron, salsa and fried plantains chips. That started us off on a good note but then it just got kinda boring after that. The lechon (pork dish) was lacking flavor and the baca frita was kind of dry. The drinks were ok and our dessert didn't impress..

+1

Maui World Travelers

We ended up here by accident. We had tickets to see Jersey Boys and wanted to locate the theater before we grabbed some food. We saw the burgundy awning and headed straight there. There's no where in our hometown of Maui that serves Cuban cuisine so we were excited. ATMOSPHERE: Quaint bistro-style look with a big skylight in the back seating area. Looks like there is a private dining room off to one side. BEVERAGE: Presidente Beer Good tasting. FOOD: Croquetas Corral con Salsa Especial It's similar in texture to a falafel and shaped like Vienna sausages. The mashed up mixture of ham, peppers, and tomatoes is breaded then deep fried. The flavor was mild and was better with the salsa for dipping. Ropa Vieja I got it because it's listed as a specialty and the ingredients sounded yummy. Super tender shredded steak, onions, and green peppers cooked in a tomato broth and scooped into a plantain basket. The taste is exactly like beef & tomato, a staple in Hawaii. On the side was a mound of lightly-salted steamed white rice and a bowl of blackbean soup which I was told to pour over the rice. The soup tasted exactly like pork & beans from the can, which is a good flavor to me so I'm not complaining. Lechón Asado al Estilo del Puerto Boniato con Moros y Cristianos My partner's dish. Simply put, it's roasted & shredded pork with a side of yuca and a scoop of blackbean rice, topped with 2 pieces of deep fried pork skin. Uncannily tastes like kalua pork, another Hawaiian staple, with its mildly salt flavor and similar texture. The yuca is a potato that looks like squash, and tastes like a mixture of the two. The blackbeans are mixed in the rice and has a nice mild salt flavor. SERVICE: We walked in without a reservation at 6pm on a Tuesday night and got seated immediately. The hostess was friendly and our male server was very friendly, professional, and helpful. OVERALL: While the flavors may be new for some, it's very familiar and not unique to me, who was born & raised in Hawaii and grew up with very similar ingredients & spices, so that's the reason for the 3 stars. That said, the food is good, prices are average and the service was great.

+2

Jessica “Jesyka01” Santiago

Ihave visited this restaurant on couple of occasions. During my initial visit a few years ago, I had a great experience. The quality of the drinks, food, and music was exceptional. However, my most recent visit was quite different. The pricing of the food seemed inflated and did not align with the menu prices. It appeared as though they were setting their own prices. Furthermore, the drink I ordered was diluted, yet it was priced at nearly $20. My recent experience at this restaurant was not up to par with my previous visits.

Moses C

Food was very mediocre and salty, lacking flavor. Not a lot of care in preparation. However, the service and atmosphere were very good. In short, you are paying too dollar for excellent service and very attractive atmosphere. $100 per person. Not that this is a main driver of the ratings, but the portions were on the very moderate size.

Harvey Messing

I like best the atmosphere in the 1st dining area (pictured) one reaches when entering the restaurant. There are two other dining rooms, with totally different decor, which are used when needed. I had the Ropa Vieja main course. I found it to be very disappointing because the only thing that I tasted was the sauce on the meat, not the meat. It comes with black rice and white rice.