Chico O’Farrill Bar

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Style of place: Traditional bar
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Palacio O’Farrill, Calle Cuba No. 102, esquina Chacón, Old Havana
(+53)7860 - 5080
10am-11pm daily
  • One of the better places among those found in Havana Vieja’s hostales, this place serves as a relaxing hideaway by day or by night. Bands perform on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. While it has an Irish name and theme, do not expect to pick up a pint of Guinness.

    
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