

As both the oldest and the most walkable part of the city, it’s also a popular place to stay for many visitors. (Never forget that pirates are real.) Though the walls were knocked down in 1863 to make way for the city’s expansion, the difference between more modern neighborhoods like Vedado-full of broad, shaded avenues and stately mansions on roomy plots-and Old Havana is striking. The ancient heart of the Caribbean’s largest city, Old Havana’s (or Habana Vieja’s) original street plan was squeezed on one side by its harbor and on the other by heavily fortified walls. It’s Cuba in its essence.Old Havana’s streets are narrower than a broad alleyway and almost as old as Columbus. This “Cuban Paradise” is not just a restaurant or a business, it’s an experience and a feeling. At Havana Carolina, we focus on creating a unique dining experience which allows each one of our customers to travel in time and spend a day in our old and glamorous Cuba. It flaunts the endeavor, the courage and the strength of those who look for success in new places.

Havana Carolina Restaurant & Bar is Cuban family-owned and operated.

There is a very popular phrase that says: “Donde come uno, comen dos.” This means, “Whenever one can eat, there’s enough for two.” If you arrive at a Cuban house while people are eating, they will ask you to sit at the table and eat with them the shortage and the difficulties are not important. The most important ingredient in each recipe is “love”.Ĭubans are known for their harmony. Our blend of Caribbean ingredients is added to elevate each unique dish to a different level. Our distinctive Cuban cuisine is a fusion of many varied elements of Native American Taino, Spanish, African, French, Arabic, Chinese and Portuguese spices and food techniques.

