Matanzas Cuban Cafe
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17 E Hartsdale Ave, Hartsdale
(516) 621-5130
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This place is truly special! If you’re Cuban, you’ll feel like you’ve been transported straight back to your abuelita Mima’s kitchen. We happily drive an hour just to enjoy these authentic dishes. The croquetas are perfection, and the vaca frita fries are my ultimate savory guilty pleasure. JJ’s pan con bistec hits the spot every time with its perfectly seasoned, thinly sliced steak. The empanadas and pastelitos? Easily the best I’ve ever had. Beyond the food, the...read full review
We are visiting NYC !! And found this hidden Gem!
Steak sandwich is delicious!! Good luck and welcome to the neighborhood!!
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Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 7PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 7PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 7PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 8PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 8PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Matanzas Cuban Cafe offers a delightful Cuban dining experience. The menu features flavorful dishes like Frita Cubana, bocaditos, and guava pastry, as well as steak and chicken sandwiches, all made with fresh ingredients. Customers praise the warm atmosphere and friendly staff, making it a local favorite. The food is consistently amazing, with the Friday's rabo sandwich and the Cubano sandwich being standout favorites. The portions are generous, and the pastelitos are fresh and tasty. The owner, Annarella, is deeply passionate about honoring her and her late father's dreams, and this dedication is evident in the exceptional customer service and the care and love put into the recipes. Matanzas Cuban Cafe is an ode to Cuba and its resilient people, offering a truly authentic and delightful Cuban dining experience.
The establishment is small but big on authenticity, taste, and flavor. Customers describe the food as truly special, feeling like they've been transported to their abuelita's kitchen. The croquetas, vaca frita fries, and pan con bistec are standout favorites, with the empanadas and pastelitos being the best they've ever had. The service is warm, welcoming, and filled with genuine care, and the prices are just right. Matanzas Cuban Cafe is a must-try for those seeking an authentic and delightful Cuban dining experience.