Love this restaurant! Ropa Vieja for me and my wife had Paella, both as good as it gets! We also enjoyed 2 appetizers, Croquetas and Bacalaitos. It just doesn't get an better if your in NYC and want Cuban Cuisine! FYI, ask for Armando as your server, he's fabulous!! They also gave me Guava puffed pastries with a wonderful cream dipping sauce!!

If you haven’t had much Cuban food like us, Victor’s Cafe is the place to go. For over half a century, it has been a fixture for modern Cuban cuisine in NYC since 1963. We were captivated by the unique dishes that reflect a fusion of Spanish, African, and Caribbean influences. As a family-owned restaurant, you can feel the warmth in both the service and the food. It’s right in the Theater District, making it perfect for grabbing dinner and drinks before or after a Broadway show, with its inviting atmosphere and even live music. *Havana Guac 19 *Croquetas Corral 16 The Havana guac was aesthetically arranged with tropical root chips and queso frito. The chips were light and not greasy, making them a perfect match for the fresh guac. We also enjoyed the croquettes, which were filled with Berkshire ham and served with a tomato dip. *Paella de Mariscos 45 *** We got two of their signature main dishes: paella was my fav while my friend enjoyed vaca frita more. The paella was brimming with shrimps, mussels, squid and clams. I loved how fresh all the seafood tasted. My friend found it too salty while I thought it was perfectly seasoned. *Vaca Frita Al Mojo Agrio 36 * The vaca frita came with a pan of shredded beef, accompanied by a side of rice and black beans. The meat had those crispy edges that added a crunch to every bite. It was a little too dry for my liking but my friend loved it. It was a classic Cuban combo if you wanna try something new! *Tres Leches 14 *** *Flan 11 Pro tip: Save room for dessert. We both agreed the tres leche was the best we’ve ever had. Topped with torched meringue and berries, the sponge soaked in three milks was incredibly moist. The flan was good too with a light caramel syrup. *Cafe Cubano 5 It was rich, aromatic and sweet. I would’ve had more if I went for brunch or lunch :P

My husband and I have been going to Victor's for about thirty years and would go more often if we lived closer. It never disappoints. Last night we went for an early dinner and ordered our usual: Hemingway daiquiris to start, lechon asado for my husband and my all-time favorite Cuban dish, vaca frita. Everything was delicious. We ended our meals with wonderful desserts and Cuban style coffee. Gabriel, our server, was very efficient and friendly. The host (I didn't get his name) was very welcoming. This is a truly sophisticated, elegant restaurant that is not pretentious. It has a very pleasant atmosphere. I look forward to our next visit.

My boyfriend and I diner here on an early Tuesday evening before going to a show. The place was hoping at 6 pm, and we were quickly seated at our reserved table. We began with two fantastic mixed drinks. I went with the traditional Cuban Mojito and my boyfriend started with a Cuban twist on an Old Fashioned. Both drinks were extraordinary! For appetizers we feasted on Salmon Ceviche and Bartolito. For dinner we switched drinks and ordered a pitcher of red sangria...which was made even more special because it was referred to in the menu as "slutty sangria"!! For our main course he had Lichen Asado and I had Camarones Enchilados. Both dishes were incredible! I highly recommend this incredible restaurant that is spectacular both in terms of taste and service.

The food and hospitality at Victor’s Cafe is unmatched! I went with friends to celebrate a birthday and I cannot rave enough. The staff is so incredibly nice, the food is phenomenal and their drinks were amazing. We had such an amazing start to my friend’s birthday as we went for brunch. I came here about a year and a half ago, as I live out of town, and could not wait to come back as I am obsessed with their Cuban eggs Benedict. I cannot say enough good things about this establishment!

I am biased because I’ve known Victor’s Cafe for decades. My late Mother loved the restaurant. And we all love Cuban food. The menu has changed over the years but it’s still delicious, based on what my wife and I had this last time. We both enjoyed the palmito salad. She had the salmon ceviche (which was presented more like a tartar), and I had the Pargo en Camisa de Platano. And delicious cafe cubano. Excellent service from our server Armando. We also enjoyed the live music.

Food was amazing and drinks were even better. Armando was my server at the bar and even tho he was very busy, was still able to acknowledge me. Then right after had ordered the strawberry margarita then had the ropa vieja with a side of boiled yuca and to end it off with a cafe flan. And live music was played at like 5:40pm. Friendly staff overall! Must make a stop if you are in the city. Please note, this is not a paid review, just a happy gal with a huge appetite!

This restaurant is amazing. The ambiance is beautiful, the food is delicious, the drinks are perfect, and the service was on point. I highly recommend stopping here if you're in the area!