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Her name was Betty, she was the owner
With chef hat covering her hair and a chef coat pressed and fair
She would do Flambe and add some salsa
And while she tried to be a star
Bo Bites always attended the bar
Across the crowded floor, they worked from 8 til 4
They were fun and they had each other
Who could ask for more?
At the Cafe, Havana Cafe
The hottest spot north of Phoenix
At the Cafe, Havana Cafe
Food and passion were always in fashion
At the Cafe .... they plate and ate!
Havana Cafe is a long staple of the Phoenix valley and one of those gems that every foodie needs to discover!
Unfortunately, for me the located is a little off since it doesn't look too appealing to the eye from the outside simply because of what's around it. I think signage of the restaurant is fine.
My partner and I ordered based on the recommendation of the server; the Sailors Paella and the Pulled Pork. Overall, my favorite of the night had to be the Seafood dish - a mixture of crab, clams, mussels, scallops, shrimp, calamari, and fish on a saffron rice. The pot came out nice and warm and my first bite reminded me of some homemade meal with love! I wasn't too crazy about the Pulled Pork, but not to say it wasn't good. Cooked with Habenero peppers and bell peppers this dish had some pop!
In the end, the service here was surprisingly very good and on top of things. Very knowledgeable and my water was filled at all times. The ambiance might need a little spruce up. I'm no decor expert by any means, but I didn't care for the fake plants and the furniture was lawn chairs. I've never been to Cuba, but if that's the idea then I would definitely have a makeover to capture the American style and flare. - Enjoy!
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