Victor's Café

4.7

7817 Reviews

$31 to $50

Cuban

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighborhood gem

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Victor’s, New York City gem since 1963, offers a culinary voyage to Cuba with authentic cuisine, warm hospitality, and a stylish environment. Luxurious yet casual, serene yet high energy, family-oriented yet romantic, it’s a blend of contrasts that make it unique. The menu features dishes like black bean soup, “Ropa Vieja,” and “Lechon,” alongside innovative Cuban creations. The restaurant boasts three spacious dining rooms with Cuban art, tropical ceiling fans, and sky-lit ceilings. The Cuba Lounge offers an intimate setting.

Whether celebrating a special occasion or enjoying a romantic evening, Victor’s Café provides an unforgettable atmosphere where guests savor the rich flavors and vibrant culture of Cuba. The family’s passion and heritage are evident in every detail, making Victor’s Café a must-visit destination for an authentic Cuban experience in New York City.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Cuban, Latin / Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of operation
Tue 4:45 pm–10:00 pm Wed, Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(212) 586-7714
Website
http://www.victorscafe.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Please e-mail events@victorscafe.com to get information.
Private party facilities
Accommodating from the most intimate of gatherings in one of our private rooms, and up to 200 guests seated or 300 standing in a more cocktail party setting, Victor’s Café is the ideal place for your private, corporate, charitable, fundraiser &/or holiday event.Please e-mail events@victorscafe.com to get information.

Location
236 West 52nd Street, New York, NY 10019
Neighborhood
Theater District
Cross street
Between Broadway & 8th Avenue
Parking details
There is a parking lot across the street from the restaurant, Central Parking, located at 888 8th Ave New York, NY 10019.
Public transit
Stops E train to 7 Ave, #1 train to 50th Street, N R Q to 49th Street
Entertainment
Live music in our Cuba Lounge & Bar. Free Wi-Fi
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Strawberry Watermelon Refresher Mojito$19.00
Grey Goose Watermelon& Basil, Strawberries, Lime, Mint Leaves, Simple Syrup
The Havana, Our Take on an Old Fashion$19.00
Santa Teresa 1796 Solera Rum, Maraschino Liqueur, Martini Fiero, Angostura Bitters
Vitico, Our Take on an Espresso Martini$19.00
Mr. Black Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur, Absolut Vanilla, Espresso Shot, Blue Agave
Hemingway Daiquiri$19.00
Blanco Rum, maraschino liqueur, fresh lime, simple syrup
Mojito Clásico$19.00
Bacardi Superior, fresh lime, mint leaves, simple syrup
Cubiche Flaco "Skinny Motito"$19.00
Tito's Vodka, fresh lime, Splenda, mint leaves
Coconaty Mojito$19.00
Bacardi Coco, fresh lime, mint leaves, simple syrup
Havana Spice$19.00
Bacardi Oakheart Spiced Rum, lemon juice, fresh lime, sugar & spice cinnamon ring
Spicy Cucumber Margarita$19.00
21 Seeds Cucumber Jalapeno Tequila, Orange Liqueur, Tajín Clásico Chile Lime Rim
Mezcalita$19.00
Rosaluna Mezcal, Lime Juice, Guava Puree, Toasted Meringue Rose

Sangria

Sangria with A Cuban Twist - A Cuban twist on the Spanish standard. Our Sangria is made with wine, triple sec, brandy, gin, pineapple, guava, oranges, and fresh-squeezed juice

Slutty Sangria: The Red Wine$19.00
- Glass$19.00
- 1/2 Pitcher$37.00
- Pitcher$52.00
Sassy Blanc: White Wine$19.00
- Glass$19.00
- 1/2 Pitcher$37.00
- Pitcher$52.00
Victor's Bubbly Bliss: Champs$20.00
- Glass$20.00
- 1/2 Pitcher$38.00
- Pitcher$54.00

Zero Prrof

Espresso Tropico$16.00
Seedlip Notas de Agave, Espresso. Agave, Topped with Cocoa
Tropical Sunrise$16.00
Limonada, Pineapple & Mango Juice, Ginger Beer, Grenadine
Coco Pineapple Nojito$16.00
Seedlip Spice 94, Coconut Puree, Pineapple, Fresh Lime, Mint Leaves
Blackberry Nojito$16.00
Seedlip Spice 94, Fresh Lime, Mint Leaves, Blackberry Puree
Stella Liberte, Alcohol Free$12.00

What 7,817 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Victor's Café is a cozy gem offering "excellent service" and a delectable taste of authentic Cuban cuisine. Guests rave about the "delicious" mojitos, flavorful dishes like ropa vieja and lechón asado, and the "warm and festive" atmosphere. Ideal for pre-theater dining, it's a "must" for a "wonderful" culinary experience in NYC.

7,817 Reviews

DM
DaleM
Denver3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our favorite restaurant in NYC. Great dinner and Sunday brunch.
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food! Wonderful dining experience. Courteous and professional staff.
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David
Miami1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food, wonderful cocktails and an amazing staff … well worth the visit!
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Really like this place, to which I have been coming from time to time since the 1980s! I also like the relatively recent upgrade of the facilities. But I’m growing tired of the overpriced/chinzy drinks and the upsell by the waiters at the table (and we orders appetizers, deserts, drinks etc. ) The older waiters are fading from the scene and I already miss them since the new guys don’t appear up to the task..
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robert
New York City22 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great ambiance great food. Authentic and very delicious!
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles1 review
2.0
Dined on March 3, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
We have been coming to Victors many times in the past few years and each time it seems to get worse and worse. Not the food, but everything else. The portions are incredibly small, and the service is mediocre. For 2 people they brought us out a shared side of black beans that were in a tiny cup. It’s definitely the portion of 1 person if that but they’re trying to skimp out on beans. Beans cost like $3. Since we used to come here religiously, we know the original portion used to be a bowl for 2 people. But that same bowl was given to a family of 4, so they definitely reduced the portion. The rice portions are also tiny and when we asked for additional rice and beans it’s the same small cup for $8 for the beans and the $4 for the rice. A side of yuca fries with about 10 pieces is $12 - ridiculous. The staff is also kind of odd and rushing to get stuff off the tables that’s still being eaten. Used to be my favorite place in the city but will not be coming back.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The red snapper was delicious! Plantain appetizer was delicious too. Enjoy coming to Victor’s when I visit NYC.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia1 review
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious Ropa Vieja and Salmon Carnavál. Quiet and candlelit atmosphere. We dined early on a Sunday and caught a show- easy walk to theatres. The tres leches dessert was delightful, as was the coffee service.
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BrooklynZ
New York City7 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great experience and perfect pre theatre. Amazing live cuban music in the backgroung. Service was okay, not amazing.the food wad very very good.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Longtime fan of Victor‘s Café. I enjoy their food and their service is top notch. However, I was disappointed with the portion size as well as charging so much for the plantain chips. I ordered and enjoyed the Ropa Vieja and it was served in small cast iron pan that gave the appearance of a substantial portion size via width, but volume was quite low… to wear the meat was spread around the pan. Deceptive tactics are not cool.
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FAQs

Victor's Café offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 586-7714.

Victor's Café is rated 4.7 stars by 7817 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

Order delivery or takeout

236 West 52nd Street, New York, NY 10019

Additional information

Cross street
Between Broadway & 8th Avenue
Neighborhood
Theater District
Hours of operation
Tue 4:45 pm–10:00 pm Wed, Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Cuban, Latin / Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There is a parking lot across the street from the restaurant, Central Parking, located at 888 8th Ave New York, NY 10019.
Public transit
Stops E train to 7 Ave, #1 train to 50th Street, N R Q to 49th Street
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
Live music in our Cuba Lounge & Bar. Free Wi-Fi
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.victorscafe.com/
Phone number
(212) 586-7714
Catering
Please e-mail events@victorscafe.com to get information.
Private party facilities
Accommodating from the most intimate of gatherings in one of our private rooms, and up to 200 guests seated or 300 standing in a more cocktail party setting, Victor’s Café is the ideal place for your private, corporate, charitable, fundraiser &/or holiday event.Please e-mail events@victorscafe.com to get information.

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Victor's Café

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

100 New York / Tri-State Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Ceviche de Pargo

Flan

Ropa Vieja (gf)

Victor's Specialty Cocktails

Strawberry Watermelon Refresher Mojito$19.00

The Havana, Our Take on an Old Fashion$19.00

Vitico, Our Take on an Espresso Martini$19.00

Hemingway Daiquiri$19.00

Mojito Clásico$19.00

Cubiche Flaco "Skinny Motito"$19.00

Coconaty Mojito$19.00

Havana Spice$19.00

Spicy Cucumber Margarita$19.00

Mezcalita$19.00

Sangria

Slutty Sangria: The Red Wine$19.00

Sassy Blanc: White Wine$19.00

Victor's Bubbly Bliss: Champs$20.00

Zero Prrof

Espresso Tropico$16.00

Tropical Sunrise$16.00

Coco Pineapple Nojito$16.00

Blackberry Nojito$16.00

Stella Liberte, Alcohol Free$12.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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Make a reservation

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