Amador

4.4

459 Reviews

$31 to $50

Cuban

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 18, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Great for scenic views
Charming
Great for creative cocktails

The Tropics are much closer than you think! Welcome to Amador, a chance to travel back in time to a lush, tropical destination. Immerse yourself in Cuban-inspired culture through our curated cuisine experiences, hand-crafted cocktails, and delicious coffee and desserts. "Amador" is Spanish for "lover," and Amador is a love letter to the people of an enduring and colorful culture, featuring iconic dishes like the Cubano Sandwich, Ropa Vieja, and Lechon Asado and much more. Enjoy seven days a week for lunch or dinner. And dont forget the Tres Leches & Cuban coffee. See you soon, ¡Salud!

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Cuban, Latin / Spanish, Contemporary Latin
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
Phone number
(859) 392-2060
Website
http://www.amadorcuban.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Andrew Huska
Catering
Submit inquiries to: catering@amadorcuban.com
Private party facilities
Book your celebration, birthday or special occasion at Amador!

Location
1 Levee Wy suite 2122a, Newport, KY 41071
Neighborhood
Newport
Cross street
Next to Brother's Bar & Grill overlooking the river & Cincinnati sk
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Guacamole$10.00
Guacamole, Grilled Pineapple, Plantain Chips
Ceviche*$17.00
Shrimp, Avocado, Cilantro, Red Onion, Peppers, Citrus, Plantain Chips
Mussels*$16.00
Mussels, Chorizo, Creamy Mojo Rojo Broth, Cilantro. Served w/ Grilled Cuban Bread
Yuca Frita$8.00
Cassava Fries, Sazón, Smoked Aioli
Plátanos con Crema$10.00
Ripe Plantains, Sweet Cream, Cotija Cheese, Cilantro
Croquetas$10.00
Served w/Cilantro Crema & Smoked Aioli
Hongos Frito$14.00
Masa Fried Mushrooms, Mojo, Blistered Shishito Peppers, Tajin, Horseradish & Sofrito Vinaigrette
Patatas Bravas $10.00
Pickled Fingerling Potatoes, Smoked Aioli, Queso Fresco, Shallots, Cilantro
Cuban Bread Service$7.00
Served w/Cuban Mustard Butter & Honey Guava Butter
Pork Belly Chicharrones $16.00
Masa Fried Pork Belly, Spiced Corn Purée, Pickled Red Onion, Blistered Shishitos, Cilantro

Empanadas

Beef Picadillo, Smoked Aioli$5.00
Pollo Asado, Cilantro Crema$5.00

Mains

Camarones$23.00
Aji Garlic Shrimp*, Coconut Milk, Pimentón Salsa. Served w/ Pickled Vegetables, Tostones & Congri
Pollo Asada$23.00
Charbroiled Chicken, Guava & Pepper Glaze, Cilantro, Tostones, Sweet Plantains, Pickled Vegetables & Yellow Rice
El Pato$34.00
Crispy Skin Duck Breast, Spiced Corn Purée, Blistered Shishitos, Sweet Potato Picadillo, Cilantro Lime Emulsion
Lechon Asado$26.00
Crispy Skin Pork Shoulder, Cuban Coffee Dry Rub, Marinated in Mojo, Slow Cooked. Served w/ Chicharrónes, Pickled Vegetables, Sweet Plantains, & Congri
Ropa Vieja$28.00
"Old Clothes" Braised Short Rib, Roasted Tomato Sauce, Olive Sofrito. Served w/ Sweet Plantains, White Rice & Black Beans
Tamal En Cazuela $19.00
Mojo Marinated Roasted Mushrooms, Fajita Vegetables, Spiced Pepitas, Queso Fresco, Pickled Red Onion, Cilantro. Served w/ Tamale Polenta & Chimichurri; Add Lechon Asado +7 Pollo Asado +8 Ropa Vieja +9
Pescado $27.00
Roasted Plantain-Crusted Cod Fillet*, Pimentón Salsa, Guacamole Vinaigrette. Served w/ Tostones & Congri
Chicken Al Pastor$17.00
Charbroiled Chicken, Pineapple Salsa, Smoked Aioli, Pickled Onion, Cilantro
Coconut Shrimp $17.00
Grilled Shrimp, Coconut Milk, Cilantro Crema, Shredded Cabbage & Jalapeño Slaw

Salads

Add Grilled Chicken +8, Add Shrimp +11, Add Steak +14, Add Mahi Mahi +15

Remolacha Salad $14.00
Medley of Greens, Roasted Beets, Spiced Pepitas, Cilantro, Queso Fresco, Honey Guava Vinaigrette; Half Salad Available Add Chicken +8 *Shrimp +10 *Cod +12

Sandwiches

Cubano$13.00
Slow Roasted Pork, City Ham, Swiss Cheese, Mustard, Mojo Mayo, House Pickles, Cuban Bread
Pan con Bistec$14.00
Shaved Steak, Mojo Rojo, Swiss Cheese, Crispy Matchstick Potatoes, Pimentón, Cuban Bread
Hemingway Burger $12.00
Smashed Burger, American Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, House Pickles, Mustard, Mojo Mayo, Sesame Seed Bun*
Cuban Frita$12.00
Latin-Spiced Smashed Burger, Swiss Cheese, Pickled Red Onion, Shoestring Potatoes, Fresno Ketchup, Sesame Seed Bun*

Sides

Sweet Plantains$5.00
Yellow Rice$3.00
White Rice$3.00
Cuban Black Beans$5.00
Tamal$7.00
French Fries$5.00

Drinks

Coke Products$3.00
Mexican Coke$4.00
Mexican Sprite$4.00
Mexican Fanta$4.00
Liquid Death Mango Chainsaw$4.00
Liquid Death Severed Lime$4.00
Hot Tea (Various)$3.00

What 459 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.3Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Cincinnati / Dayton
Hot spot
Cincinnati / Dayton
Great for scenic views
Cincinnati
Hot spot
Cincinnati
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Amador delights with its vibrant Cuban atmosphere, "excellent service," and authentic flavors. Guests rave about the "amazing food" and expertly crafted cocktails. Highlights include the Ropa Vieja and mojitos. The lively setting, complete with live music, ensures a memorable experience. Despite occasional service hiccups, Amador remains a cherished spot for Cuban cuisine enthusiasts.

459 Reviews

B
Barbara
VIP
Cincinnati
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, mojitos and service. We'll be back! The Ropa Vieja is my favorite. Flan for dessert. A great meal.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing spot. Authentic Cuban food. I loved everything in the menu.
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Anne
Cincinnati
20 reviews
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Live music was fun. Good food and drinks. I enjoyed the ropa vieja.
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Khaleel
Orlando
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This spot is definitely the perfect date for a special someone in your life, there’s so much scenery, the staff here will leave you with a remarkable impression, so much flavor to savor, the plan is to come here hungry because they’re definitely not cutting out on portions lol, this place is definitely a must for anyone looking for great views and vibes this might be your next try !
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Bricio
Mexico City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exquisite food and excellent service. Live music to boost the ambience.
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Michael
Cincinnati
26 reviews
2.0
26 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
My wife and I both had the Cubano sandwich. She had the black beans and I had the polenta as an added side. We both agreed that the sandwich was bland. It needed to have more of a spicy mustard and the pork needed to be kicked up And the pickles need to be more substantial and better flavored. The black beans were nothing to speak of they were bland. The polenta was mushy, and the portion sizes are very small. The ambience of the restaurant is very nice and subdued lighting. The music was enjoyable. It was easy to have a conversation with the noise level in the restaurant.
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Andrew
Cincinnati
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Overall this was a very great experience. We have been here a few times and this is one of our favorite newer restaurants. The only downside to last night is they had some items unavailable due to lack of supply from their distributor. Edit: thanks for your reply, it was the plantains and one of the breads (sorry I don’t recall) that was unavailable. We still love your place!
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Cj
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food and wonderful service. This is a gem on the Ohio River and a cannot miss experience. Highly recommended.
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Jenetta
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great welcoming ambiance. Food had awesome flavor! Would have loved space for dancing.
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Rob
Cincinnati
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Good food and great location. Excellent service and fun atmosphere.
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FAQs

Amador offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (859) 392-2060.

Amador is rated 4.4 stars by 459 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 18, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1 Levee Wy suite 2122a, Newport, KY 41071

Additional information

Cross street
Next to Brother's Bar & Grill overlooking the river & Cincinnati sk
Neighborhood
Newport
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Cuban, Latin / Spanish, Contemporary Latin
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Andrew Huska
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.amadorcuban.com/
Phone number
(859) 392-2060
Catering
Submit inquiries to: catering@amadorcuban.com
Private party facilities
Book your celebration, birthday or special occasion at Amador!

Amador

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Yuca Frita

Croquetas

Ceviche

Small Plates

Guacamole$10.00

Ceviche*$17.00

Mussels*$16.00

Yuca Frita$8.00

Plátanos con Crema$10.00

Croquetas$10.00

Hongos Frito$14.00

Patatas Bravas $10.00

Cuban Bread Service$7.00

Pork Belly Chicharrones $16.00

Empanadas

Beef Picadillo, Smoked Aioli$5.00

Pollo Asado, Cilantro Crema$5.00

Mains

Camarones$23.00

Pollo Asada$23.00

El Pato$34.00

Lechon Asado$26.00

Ropa Vieja$28.00

Tamal En Cazuela $19.00

Pescado $27.00

Chicken Al Pastor$17.00

Coconut Shrimp $17.00

Salads

Remolacha Salad $14.00

Sandwiches

Cubano$13.00

Pan con Bistec$14.00

Hemingway Burger $12.00

Cuban Frita$12.00

Sides

Sweet Plantains$5.00

Yellow Rice$3.00

White Rice$3.00

Cuban Black Beans$5.00

Tamal$7.00

French Fries$5.00

Drinks

Coke Products$3.00

Mexican Coke$4.00

Mexican Sprite$4.00

Mexican Fanta$4.00

Liquid Death Mango Chainsaw$4.00

Liquid Death Severed Lime$4.00

Hot Tea (Various)$3.00

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