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What to order
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Ropa Vieja
Recommended for being very delicious and memorable; one reviewer said they would come back specifically for it.
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Lamb Stew
Praised as better than any lamb stew one reviewer had ever had in the U.S., making it one of the strongest food recommendations.
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Fish Ceviche
Highlighted as excellent as part of a highly recommended meal, with fresh seafood and great quality.
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Seafood Platter
Recommended for its quality and freshness, especially alongside the restaurant’s praised ocean-view dining experience.
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Grilled Fish
Described as great, with reviewers also noting the excellent view and attentive service that made the meal stand out.
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Flan
Mentioned positively as great and memorable, with one reviewer noting it was their first time trying it.
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Eggplant Parmesan
Called delicious by a reviewer who also praised the food, view, and overall dining experience.
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Tinto De Verano
Specifically recommended as very good, making it a standout drink item among the positive reviews.
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Negronis
Praised as excellent, especially in combination with the restaurant’s sunset setting and high-quality food.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 11:59 PM |
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| Tuesday | 12 to 11:59 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 11:59 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 11:59 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 11:59 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 11:59 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 11:59 PM |
About Vistamar
Vistamar is a restaurant in Havana, Cuba, serving lunch and dinner with dine-in and outdoor seating. Reviewers consistently praise the sunset and sea views, especially from the balcony, rooftop seating, and poolside tables, along with attentive service and cocktails. The food is often described as strong on local and international dishes, with frequent mentions of ceviche, ropa vieja, grilled fish, and lobster risotto. The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, romantic, trendy, and upscale, and reservations are recommended for dinner.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Rooftop seating
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Vistamar known for?
Vistamar is best known for its sunset and sea views, especially when dining on the balcony or by the pool in Playa, Havana. Reviewers also consistently highlight the fish ceviche, cocktails, and the overall dinner experience at sunset.
What dishes are most recommended at Vistamar?
Reviewers most often recommend the fish ceviche, ropa vieja, grilled fish, and lobster risotto. Other dishes called out positively include lamb stew, eggplant parmesan, croquettes, and flan, with several people saying the seafood and local plates are especially memorable.
What is the atmosphere like at Vistamar?
The vibe is a mix of casual, cozy, romantic, trendy, and upscale, with outdoor tables, rooftop seating, and poolside views shaping the experience. It is often described as a strong choice for romantic dinners, sunset meals, and groups or tourists who want a scenic setting in Havana.
Is Vistamar good value, and what is the price range?
Vistamar is described as a bit pricey or expensive, but many reviewers still say it is worth the money because of the view, service, and food quality. Guests mention paying good money for sunset seating and seafood like ceviche and a seafood platter, so it fits more of a higher-end dining experience in Havana.
When is the best time to visit Vistamar?
Sunset is the most recommended time, with multiple reviews saying the balcony or poolside tables are especially memorable then. Dinner reservations are recommended, and several guests note that arriving later can mean missing the ocean views.
Is parking available at Vistamar?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
