This Cuban-Mexican spot in Souk Al Bahar oozes that Hispanic vibe and sort-of-secret hideout, which makes you think, Am i still in Dubai? And it's a good thing.
A New York franchise, which takes you to a different world. A world of cozily lit room, brick walls, tiled patterned floor, mirror ceilings, a painting of Che Guevarra as a centerpiece, the smell of cigars clouding the room, and surrounded by what seemed to be, the artsy crowd. I loved it. I can sit and just marvel at the place all day.
To start, we had the nachos with guacamole, sour cream and salsa. And of course, the mojitos!
The nachos were crisp, and the dips that goes with it are fresh and just perfect. the mojito, refereshingly yum.
We were intrigued with the Grilled Corn Mexican Style. Had to try that.
35 dirhams (400 php) for a cob, by the way. But 35 dirhams well spent. Grilled corn smeared with mayo and cheese, yes please!
Then came their money-maker.
The Cuban sandwich. Between that toasted roll is a medley of corned beef, pastrami, swiss cheese, chipotle mayonnaise and pickles, with hand cut fries on the side.
It's so good, it deserves another photo op.
A New York franchise, which takes you to a different world. A world of cozily lit room, brick walls, tiled patterned floor, mirror ceilings, a painting of Che Guevarra as a centerpiece, the smell of cigars clouding the room, and surrounded by what seemed to be, the artsy crowd. I loved it. I can sit and just marvel at the place all day.
To start, we had the nachos with guacamole, sour cream and salsa. And of course, the mojitos!
The nachos were crisp, and the dips that goes with it are fresh and just perfect. the mojito, refereshingly yum.
We were intrigued with the Grilled Corn Mexican Style. Had to try that.
35 dirhams (400 php) for a cob, by the way. But 35 dirhams well spent. Grilled corn smeared with mayo and cheese, yes please!
Then came their money-maker.
The Cuban sandwich. Between that toasted roll is a medley of corned beef, pastrami, swiss cheese, chipotle mayonnaise and pickles, with hand cut fries on the side.
It's so good, it deserves another photo op.
This time together with my glass of margarita.
It's not me to blow off 65 dirhams (700 pesos) on a sandwich. But if i would, i would definitely spend it on this mother of a sandwich. the salty, cheesy taste and the crispy texture of the bread with the sloppiness of the meat and the cheese inside, perfection.
And it's still perfect even the day after! I know, i had the leftover in a doggy bag.
Delicioso!
Cafe Habana
Souk Al Bahar, near Dubai Mall
Phone: 04 422 2620
