Habana - Costa Mesa

Habana - Costa Mesa reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Jeff

   Orange County3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Haven’t been to this location in years. Did not disappoint. Friendly, attentive service coupled with on-point food. Can’t miss if you go here
   

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   Patricia

   Orange County1 review

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Food was delicious. Great lunch options. Our servicer was friendly and fast. Our food came out quickly and hot. Looking forward to our next visit.
   

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   Nancy

   Los Angeles4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   1st time there and it was such a lovely experience. Service was great, manager stopped by to make sure that we were doing well appreciated that highly recommend perfect for date night.
   

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   Jamison

   Orange County13 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   I really enjoyed my experience at Habana. The service was great, the food was delicious, and they even served some complimentary sparkling beverages. However, I put very specific comments in my reservation notes with OpenTable, and it was clear that no one read or paid the least bit of attention to ANY of my notes and/or requests. Not only has this happened at Habana, but it has also happened at other restaurants that I booked through OpenTable. I'm not sure where this problem originates, but it definitely needs to be addressed. If someone goes through the time and effort of putting comments in that they wish to be acknowledged and used as guidelines, it's extremely frustrating when that doesn't happen. Especially as a man, when you are trying to do something special for your date and you are intentional with your reservation, and then the host asks if there is anything special you're celebrating. It's ignorance and a lack of follow through that is atrocious!
   

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   Alejandro

   San Diego2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Had an absolutely amazing experience at Habana, the place was upbeat and energetic with music playing, food was incredible and the staff were all extremely helpful and attentive. Great date night restaurant!
   

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   Mark

   Los Angeles35 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 9, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I have eaten here many a time - and it always delivers. Fresh tasty food - and great drink options. Everything with jsut the right level of spice/heat for me. Not too hot! Just great flavor. I always recommend the empanadas and the Kobe burger. Try them and you will see why I recommend them. You will not be disappointed.
   

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   douglas VIP

   Los Angeles14 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 6, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   first time at this restaurant. Great experience. Love the Cuban food. I had shrimp and my wife had skirt steak. We both loved it. Great vibe in a cool little shopping area. Will definitely be coming again. 
   

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   LyndaH

   San Diego3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 5, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   We love the uniqueness of the decorations, and the ambiance feels like we are actually having brunch somewhere in Cuba. The service seems to be a bit slow at time, but we don't notice too much since we have great company. It can get loud at times due to large party gatherings, but we still have a great time ourselves; we just had to speak louder to be able to hear each other.
   

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   Dan

   Las Vegas6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 1, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great place to eat and great vibe. Food is amazing and comes out perfect every time. Servers are friendly and fast.
   

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    magan

    San Francisco6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    So happy to see Habana still thriving after all these years! Food is wonderful, service top-notch, and don’t skip the mojitos!
    

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