CUBA 1958 - Sarasota

CUBA 1958 - Sarasota reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Felice VIP

   Naples99 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 6 days ago

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

   I ate dinner at 1958 Cuba last week and was eager to try them for lunch. I had a Cuban bowl with steak, black beans and maduros. Delicious. My dining companion had a tropical salad with chicken. It was giant and she said it was terrific. Our server Arturo could not have been nicer. Before we left they shared a flyer that promoted Mojito Mondays and Martini Wednesdays, 1/2 price all day for both. I am confident I will be making 1958 Cuba a regular dining destination.
   

   CUBA 1958 - SarasotaResponded 3 days ago

   Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad you enjoyed both lunch and dinner with us—and we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to Arturo. Looking forward to seeing you again soon, maybe for Mojito Monday or Martini Wednesday!
   

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   Ashley

   Atlanta3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 11, 2025

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

   Food was amazing, the staff was very friendly and efficient. Owner came around to greet everyone. A great way to celebrate Mother's Day.
   

   CUBA 1958 - SarasotaResponded 3 days ago

   Thank you so much for celebrating Mother’s Day with us! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the food, the service, and the special touches. Hope to welcome you back again soon—maybe for more of that French toast!
   

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   Marie Grace

   New Orleans / Louisiana2 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on May 11, 2025

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

   Really lovely decor but okay food. The ambience was nice but the meals were a bit mediocre.
   

   CUBA 1958 - SarasotaResponded 3 days ago

   Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed the decor and ambiance. We’d love to have you back again soon to explore more of the menu!
   

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   Dainerys

   Tampa / Central Florida West1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 11, 2025

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

   Best Cuban place in Sarasota! As a cuban myself I recommend this place 100% . All is tasty and fresh and amazing customer service!
   

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   CUBA 1958 - SarasotaResponded 3 days ago

   Thank you so much for the incredible review—it means a lot coming from someone who knows Cuban food firsthand! We're so glad you enjoyed everything and hope to welcome you back again soon!
   

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   Felice VIP

   Naples99 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on May 10, 2025

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

   This was our first time at Cuba 1958 and we enjoyed our dinner. It was a late reservation for us (8:45 pm) and there were people still dining and more showed up while we were there. The food was very good and there were reasonably priced choices. Loved the Cuban specialties and I look forward to trying more of them in our next visit.
   

   CUBA 1958 - SarasotaResponded 3 days ago

   Thank you for dining with us and for the kind words! We're glad you enjoyed your first visit and the Cuban specialties. We look forward to welcoming you back to try even more next time!
   

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   Gina

   Tampa / Central Florida West1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 9, 2025

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

   Food was delicious. Ceviche so fresh and tasty and the ropa vieja was so flavorful with a great and balanced use of spices. Service was spot on!! Thanks for a wonderful meal and experience.
   

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   CUBA 1958 - SarasotaResponded 3 days ago

   Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the ceviche, ropa vieja, and service. It was a pleasure having you—hope to see you again soon!
   

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   Christine VIP

   Tampa / Central Florida West8 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 8, 2025

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

   Had the best time at Cuba 1958! Food was delicious and service was great!
   

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   Mark VIP

   Tampa / Central Florida West34 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on May 7, 2025

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

   First, and always foremost, I’d like to note how great the service and staff were. They very helpful, and very friendly. It was a very quiet night, but they were very attentive. There were a few missteps (I asked for a chicken and beef empanada, and only got beef), but generally, the staff was on point. Sadly, I can’t say that the food was as good. It is a very ambitious menu, that promises an exciting dinner. However, things just weren’t fantastic. My paella (one of the most expensive dishes on the menu.) was only so-so. The fish was plainly overcooked. And disappointingly there was no socarrat. The rice was also overcooked, and actually had relatively little flavor. The basket of bread delivered to the table was kind of stale.  One high point of the meal, however, were the churros at the end, which tasted fresh, crispy and hot with a wonderful chocolate for dipping. I’m likely to give Cuba 1958 another try, if only because the menu is so interesting. However, right now, I can only recommend it with reservations.
   

   CUBA 1958 - SarasotaResponded 3 days ago

   Thank you for the detailed feedback and for recognizing our team—we’re glad you enjoyed the service and the churros! We appreciate your interest in exploring more of our menu and hope your next visit brings a more satisfying experience all around.
   

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   Michael

   Philadelphia2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 6, 2025

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

   The food here is unbelievably authentic and you can taste the passion and effort the chefs at Cuba 1958 put into their cuisine. Everything we ordered was 10/10 delicious and we will 100% be back to experience another delicious entree that the chefs have crafted.
   

   CUBA 1958 - SarasotaResponded 3 days ago

   Thank you so much for the amazing review! We're thrilled you enjoyed everything and could taste the love in our food. We can’t wait to have you back for another delicious visit!
   

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    Julie VIP

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

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

    Great food and atmosphere! Special place! Definitely a keeper!
    

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