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CUBA 1958 - Main Entrance - CUBA 1958 - Sarasota, Sarasota, FL

CUBA 1958 - Sarasota

4.5
4.5
66 Reviews
$31 to $50
Cuban

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Infused with the legacy of a prestigious Cuban restaurant in New Jersey, a part of this family's culinary lineage, the new Cuban restaurant in Sarasota, Florida, promises to be a beacon of excellence and authenticity. Building on the reputation and expertise garnered from their successful establishment up north, this new venture aims to elevate the dining experience in Sarasota by offering a refined yet soulful menu that reflects the family's dedication to quality and tradition. From classic dishes that have graced the tables of their renowned Jersey restaurant to innovative creations that push the boundaries of Cuban cuisine, every bite tells a story of passion, expertise, and a commitment to culinary excellence that spans generations. This new restaurant is not just a place to eat; it's a destination where food becomes art and tradition meets innovation in a celebration of the vibrant flavors of Cuba.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cuban
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30–15:00 Bar Mon–Sat 12:00–22:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 16:00–22:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 16:00–18:00
  • Phone number
    (941) 280-1958
  • Website
    http://WWW.Cuba1958.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Location
    1766 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236-5816
  • Area
    Sarasota
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    In front of business
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wine

Menu

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What 66 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cuba 1958 in Sarasota offers a lively atmosphere with "authentic Cuban cuisine" that has quickly become a favorite for many locals. Diners rave about the "fantastic flavors" and "huge portions." Service is generally praised, with owners frequently engaging with guests. Despite some noise complaints, the vibrant setting adds to its charm.

66 Reviews

  1. Mark

    Tampa

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The owner greeted us on the way in and also stopped by the table towards the end. The food was absolutely amazing! Staff was friendly and professional! Atmosphere was on point. Our first time there and will definitely be going back.

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  2. vicki

    Detroit

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A very lovely restaurant. Cuban music in the background, decor/details delightful. Food was outstanding - the best Cuban sandwich I have ever had!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Legit cuban food! Everything we ordered from the appetizer sampler to the main dishes (churrasco and vaca frita) down to the desserts (arroz con leche and tres leches), all hands down and both thumbs up excellent! We’ll be coming back for sure!

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  4. Vanessa

    Tampa

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Absolutely fantastic. We sat at bar and were very pleased with the service. We ordered the mojitos flight which was amazing. Ordered the plantains and pico de gallo and the fried pork as appetizers. Both delicious. Our entrees were the skirt steak and the chicken soup. Also both delicious. The fried yucca definitely my favorite. Highly recommend.

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  5. Cindy

    Tampa

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Enjoyed dining here for the first time. A good room. Inviting menu and drink selections - will return!

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  6. Betty

    Tampa

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The minute we walked in we noticed how noisy it was and had them move us to a quieter table. It was still very loud. The happy birthday clanging by waitstaff for 2 birthdays just added to the noise. However, we enjoyed the food and might try to eat outside next time.

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  7. Aaron

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and staff. Very impressed with the food.

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  8. Sal

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Really enjoyed dinner, the food was fabulous, will definitely be going back and would recommend the place

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  9. Frederick

    Philadelphia

    25 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    Our dinner started out with being seated at a table with 2 filthy glasses. I am not talking about glasses with water marks from the dishwasher. There was visible encrusted food and grit on them. We should have left right there as the food being served was no better. Lukewarm, thin black bean soup which I suspect came out of a can. A very pedestrian garden salad with wilted lettuce. The Chorizo al Vino (Spanish sausage which is supposed to be sauteed in white wine but is not sauteed and is swimming in a tasteless red sauce) using a very poor commercial packaged sliced sausage. The Camarones Enchilado is supposed to be sauteed shrimp in a zesty creole sauce; again the shrimp were not sauteed but tasted boiled and were swimming in the same red sauce as the Chorizo a Vino. The Lechon Asado is supposed to be 12 hour roasted pork but instead it was shredded and boiled and came out cold (clearly not heated but probably right out of the frig, pre-prepared and had to be sent back to be heated up). All in all, the food is not fresh and is tasteless other than the overwhelming amount of salt being used to try to give some flavor. Nothing tastes as if it is actually cooked in the sauce and the sauce has no discernible flavor. To top it all off, the place is so noisy that by the time we left I could barely hear myself think.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 25 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous!! The food, ambience and service are top notch.

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FAQs

CUBA 1958 - Sarasota offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 280-1958.

CUBA 1958 - Sarasota is rated 4.5 stars by 66 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today

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Google Map for CUBA 1958 - Sarasota

1766 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236-5816

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Sarasota
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30–15:00 Bar Mon–Sat 12:00–22:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 16:00–22:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 16:00–18:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cuban
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    In front of business
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wine
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