I've tried this place twice and both times the service was lousy along with the food. I love Cuban food... The first time I ordered the whole fried fish and it was over cooked and tasted as though it had been cooked in old oil, my plantains were over cooked as well. my girlfriend ordered some dish that contained shrimp that weren't de-veined.. The only reason I gave it a second chance was because she loves their mojito's.. This last time I ordered Pollo a la Habanera, rice and beans, and plantains. The chicken was over cooked and lacked any seasoning at all. She ordered Ropa Vieja. It did not taste or look like it has other places. She pushed her plate to the edge of the table and our server (Manuel) asked what was wrong. She proceeded to explain that it did not taste as expected. He responded that it was their signature dish, then proceeded to ask what was wrong with it in a harsh tone. I interjected and stated that it was different from what she had before and maybe the recipes were different.. He snatched the plate away and did not return for 40 mins.
The overall service was terrible.. We had to grab another member of the wait staff in order to get another drink, another member of the staff refilled her water, and I was never offered anymore tea by my server. I kept my cool no need to get upset it wasn't worth it..
In conclusion.. I've had two bad experiences at this establishment and I love Cuban food.. I love food period. In order to get me to write a negative post you've really had to screw up..
The bright spot of the night was the entertainment though.. Loved the band.. They made the atmosphere very fun and pleasant..
If you're ever in the DMV you should look up Cuba De Ayers..