La Casa Sarasua

CA3
Style of food: Cuban/Creole
Cost: Moderate
Type of place: Paladar (private)
Food
Ambience
Service
Value
Best for: Friendly owner with interesting stories to tell
Worst for: Slightly sterile atmosphere inside
Calle 25 No. 510, apto 1, entre H e I, Vedado
(+53)7832 - 2114
Open noon-midnight
  • If you want an opportunity to chat with an interesting paladar owner, then look no further than this friendly and welcoming paladar overlooking leafy Calle 25, near the university. The décor is provided by an impressive weapons collection, which is the key to a long and interesting family history. Traditional Cuban fare is the order of the day–black beans, tostones (fried plantain patties) and big pork chops.

    
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