Where to start, my friends and I had a wonderful experience at Guantanamera, as we absolutely brought the party into their establishment. However, from beginning to end, the staff was a bit off-putting. They were cordial, but not as friendly as I've experienced in other establishments. We wanted to peek our heads inside and enjoy the music, and the usher made sure we understood that everyone needed to purchase a drink to enter. That was fine, but the way it was continually emphasized was a bit frustrating. The bartender near the restroom was a bit overwhelming, Toward the end of the night, one of our group members accidentally dropped their beer, and the bartender acted excessively, questioning if it was intentional, which was unnecessary. What she should’ve done was offer him another beer, free of charge. She literally sold it to him Not even two minutes before it fell. Prior to that incident, after we had purchased our drinks, we decided to sit at one of the tables, and the same bartender made a point to tell us we couldn't sit there because we ordered from the bar And had to stay at the bar. This seemed unreasonable, especially since it was a Thursday night, and the venue was not crowded at all. Mind you, I ordered a piña colada, which I thought was excessively overpriced. A little under $20, and she didn’t even put a cherry on it. I had to ask for one. Despite these issues, the establishment itself was great, the music was amazing, and the performers hyped up the audience and had great voices. We brought the energy and left around midnight. The DJ continued to play great music, but we decided to leave around 12:30 AM.
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Guantanamera Cafe and Lounge is a colorful Cuban joint located in Little Havana, Miami. The cafe offers a variety of premium cigars, coffee, art, and live music, making it an excellent spot to relax and enjoy a good time. One of the standout features of Guantanamera Cafe and Lounge is the hand-rolled cigars, which are a staple of Cuban culture. Visitors can choose from a variety of premium cigars to smoke on-site or take home with them. The coffee also receives high praise, with many reviewers stating that it is some of the best they have had. The live music is another highlight of Guantanamera Cafe and Lounge, with a variety of musicians performing on different nights of the week. The music adds to the vibrant atmosphere of the cafe, making it a great spot for a night out with friends or a romantic date. Overall, if you are looking for a lively spot to enjoy premium cigars, coffee, drinks and live music in Miami, Guantanamera Cafe and Lounge is an excellent choice. Its unique atmosphere, combined with the great selection of cigars, coffee, and live music, makes it a must-visit for anyone looking for a taste of Cuban culture in Miami.

good smoke, not so good place. read ALL the reviews. i walked in with a coffee from down the street and asked to buy a cigar. the person made me wait until he could ‘escort’ me into the humidor which was weird. i picked a nice toro and honestly it was fabulous. really enjoyable Jose Montagna 310 and one of the better house cigars i’ve ever had. charged me $15. saw later that they’re 13.75 on their website. not sure what that is about. i asked for a light and he said there are lighters on the patio. i walked outside, sat down and couldn’t find one. finally i asked a waitress and she produced one from her pocket. i saw others that had to ask as well, so no lighters on the tables apparently. then they came over and started pressuring me for a drink. i don’t drink alcohol and only wanted to enjoy my smoke, which i had JUST purchased from them. they are clearly money motivated and i just didn’t like the vibe. good cigar but the service needs work.
Service: 2
Atmosphere: 4

Wow! This place is amazing. Very cool vibe and Ramses and Sandy are amazing. Ramses spent time with us and explained all the cigars and how to pair with different drinks. Really comfortable place to relax have amazing drinks and have great conversation. The art work and pictures are really nice. If you have never been to lil Havana this is the place to come see. They have live bands and lots of space inside and outside patio seating. A lot of celebrities come to this place (Andy Garcia). When I come back this will be the place I will visit again. Oh wait and the Cigars are amazing. You also have to try the Cuban Coffee it’s sweet and it’s a great pick me up after having some drinks and cigars.
Price per person
$30–50
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Beautiful place and nice atmosphere but really awful service and the service, my friend, is the most importance point. They say that you go for free in but they “invite” you to drink something. The service was always rude and not only the service charge is included, but also they see all the time the extra amount you select in the payment station so you end paying a 30% in tips. Really awful because tip is just for a good service not for a really bad one. That should not deserve that award. Awful experience for my invitees that came to see a nice place, and were go out before even order anything. Try best next time :)
Price per person
$100+
Food: 3
Atmosphere: 4

I think we just came at a very bad time. I can see how this place could be amazing. The decor is amazing, great music and I’m sure when they have live music on this awesome stage, the place must be hopping. When we went it was a Tuesday night, there was only one other couple there. The staff was having a major issue and in the middle of a heated discussion which did affect our visit. The bartender was very short with us and even though I was speaking Spanish to him and he understood me just fine he insisted on speaking English to me. He did make a pretty awesome mojito but the ambiance was just not what we were hoping for.

As we were walking by, we heard the music from outside. The place was packed, and we were able to be by the bar if we ordered a minimum of 2 drinks, which wasn't a problem. As soon as we were inside the music went from Spanish to 70s, 80s etc. I know there were alot of tourists so I get it, that's what they like. When we were finally about to leave, a man said the best was yet to come. So we stayed and them there was a band but the music was still an oldie. The drinks were good. The bartender and the man at the door were polite.
Price per person
$10–20
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 4

The bartender didn't want us to sit at the bar because she didn't say that if we bought soda we couldn't sit at the bar so we decided to buy two beers and two sodas just to see the Shouw and we went out to smoke a cigarette outside and left the New beers and we I took out new ones full, we explained to her that we went out to smoke and she verbally abused us to the point that we had to call the manager. It seems to me that she is not qualified for that position. We feel as a customer about her bad attitude of not sitting down. There is inside.
Food: 1
Service: 1
Atmosphere: 1

Unprofessional by the manager tonight Nov 11th. 2023. Been here two hours inside and out. Had jeans and flip flops on. Wasn’t a problem. Then they said we can’t come inside with flip flops. WTH?! Last time I spend my 100’s here for drinks. Manger is out of is mind. But they don’t care. It’s touristville and he was Rude young punk The rest of the staff bartenders doorman and waitresses are great. Just this dumb punk with power things he’s something. I won’t be back to touristville bars on Calle ocho!
Price per person
$100+
Service: 1

This is a must visit in Little Havana and here’s why: - great Cuban cigars (try the rum flavour, it’s more on the sweeter side) - vibrant ambience - live Cuban music ( promise they will make want to dance) - hoppy cuban beer - AMAZING STAFFS, special mention to Sandy… he suggested the best drinks and cigars to taste, great customer service.
Price per person
$100+
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Parking space
Somewhat difficult to find parking
Parking
You have to look for street parking

When live music is on, which seems to be most of the day on and off, the atmosphere is great here. You get a real old Cuban vibe here. When we were here there would be a couple of pockets of old Cuban dudes who'd get up for a bit of a dance in-between smoking cigars and then speak at you in Spanish... Which only added to the Cuban vibes. If you're further up the road in little Havana, make the effort to walk down here, it's cool.
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 5

Simply the best cigar Bar and Lounge in Calle 8 Miami FL. ☕️ One of the best cafecito cubano "expreso" I ever have, service right on point The atmosphere is awesome and the hand rolled fresh puros "cigars" are amazing. The convination of both cigar and coffee is the best Thank you for the welcoming and the experience for sure a must go place every time we visit to calle 8 Miami. Thank you guys for the service, see you soon
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

The experience was amazing we when in a Friday the live Cuban salsa band was amazing the Bartender Ania was excellent she also is a singer great talent !!! Service in drink were good for the price ! Music from the DJ was great ! Go there for dance and get drinks specially the Mojitos . Also the piña colada was great !!! The dancer in the front door was the main attention.
Price per person
$100+
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Just for Fun

I wish we could rate the place “0”. The waitresses seems like they don’t want work there. The service is so bad that you have to keep calling them so they can fill your order. You buy a cigar and no one has a lighter. This is the only Cuban place that does not offer Cuban beers. The only good thing at the so called lounge is the Atmosphere the live music is amazing.
Food: 1
Service: 1
Atmosphere: 1

The owner Jose and his wife were so nice and amazing! They knew right away it was our first time at their establishment and went above and beyond for my friend, and I. The bartender was amazing as well, and made great cocktails. Would definitely recommend if you’re looking for great vibe and a good smoke!
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

I was just walking around the area, and the live music at 11 attract us to this place, totally welcoming with out being pushing, we grab 2 cigars at a nice price from they huge selection, and sip into a few drinks, have a few bite and enjoy the amazing ambience. Superb customer service. And this is about 11am, being told that at nite is a totally diferente scene. Will come back

Wow, just wow. Had so much fun here, the vibe is amazing, the drinks were great, the music was awesome, not just your typical latin songs, but music that I hadn't heard in years. The live band was excellent, and the MC kept everyone entertained through out the night. Oh, and best if all there wasn't a cover charge or a force to buy a bottle for a table. Loved this place!!

Probably the best cigar lounge/bar in little Havana. It’s a huge restaurant inside and out with the bar itself being accessible by customers who are both inside and outside the restaurant. Their cigar collection is impressive and tastes even better. You can smoke inside, outside, anywhere. Music is great and the live bands are awesome. Stopping here is a must.

Guantanamera is the only place we go to in Lil Havana. It's a great spot during the day to smoke their hand rolled cigars and drink coffee and great at night to listen to live music and sip mojitos. I feel like we are back sitting on the deck of the Hotel Nacional. Joe V
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Cubanito

Ramses and sandy are STUDS these dudes services are above and beyond. Would recommend for new comers and old smoke heads. The atmosphere is truly a cuban Classic and the employees make sure the experience is truly a cuban experience make sure to stop by and smoke a cuban inside it won’t disappoint
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Ramses and sandy are STUDS these dudes services are above and beyond. Would recommend for new comers and old smoke heads. The atmosphere is truly a cuban Classic and the employees make sure the experience is truly a cuban experience. Great recommendations and talks come by and check it out
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Guantanamera was our first visit in Little Havana, and we really enjoyed it. We had cortaditos and enjoyed watching people rolling cigars. They have great mural art lining the walls. They also have live music, although we left before we could check out the band. Everything about this place is authentic-Cuban, and we plan to come back soon!

Good drinks except for appetizers the orders were small for the price you pay. The workers friendly and the musicians awesome. The owner of the bar has his small cigar making there too but he was not friendly. I dislike it when people do not try to make conversation maybe if you do you will sell more.

Great Place with live music and a real Cigar man that is rolling as a professional. The place has a cigar store with a large selection to choose from. The coffee was delicious and we really enjoyed our time here. Strongly recommend especially for those who want to feel a little part of Cuba in Miami.

This was an amazing time! We were celebrating our 30th and everyone was so welcoming! The live music was incredible. We can't thank you all enough for the fun, sexy, loving vibes. This is a special place! Love you all, from Ann Arbor, Michigan❤️
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

This place has some surprisingly amazing coffee on top of excellent cigars and even better service! Ramses and Lorena were extremely accommodating and keen on making sure we had an amazing time, great atmosphere indoors and outdoors. Highly recommended to visit if you’re in the area More

Great lively atmosphere! Their hand rolled Cigars are amazing! It was crowded but they made sure we were sitted ASAP! The doorman was 1st class! HE ROLLED OUT THE RED CARPET for my Queen and made us feel like we were part of a great family party!
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Guantanamera lounge is a good spot to start with, decent food and drink, along with a cigar! The walk up and down little Havana sampling all it has to give then you can end up here as the night life is pretty busy
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Have a good time with my wife and friends. Good music and ambient. We didn't order any food just drinks . Cold beer nice sangria.
Price per person
$50–100
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Stella Artois

The place is very nice and the service is spectacular. The menu is not great but it's a cigar bar so you can't expect much. Highly recommended for you cigar aficionados.
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 2
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Had such a great time it was unbelievable! The service and the vibe was out of this world had a great cigar and drinks the owner Jose and his wife are the best super grateful for the experience
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

I was looking for a unique “Miami” Gift for friends who live in California, as soon as I walked into this place I was greeted by a friendly and helpful staff member who not only assisted me with a small selection of hand rolled cigars but

We have had a great sunday lunch time experience with cuban cigars, best mojitos and some food. Thank you. Definitly will coming back next time.
Price per person
$50–100
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

This place is so inviting and feels welcoming, the employees were fantastic and attentive, Kevin was amazing with the drinks and his good looks!
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Sooooo much fun!!! We sat outside and sampled some of the cigars. We had drinks and went inside to dance. Band was phenomenal! Vibe spectacular. recommend!!!!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

A great fun environment. Super exciting energy! Would definitely recommend if visiting the area. Came from Texas on vacation and found this place in Little Havana!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Absolutely fantastic! One of the best places in Miami imo! Authentic vibe, lovely staff! You can smoke a cigar inside and enjoy live music any time of the day!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

This is the second time i have visited little havana and this place is a gem everyone was super friendly and the laid back environment makes it a definite stop when i visit again. Thanks for the awesome vibes ❤️

Sandy is the best bartender!!, he made the best classic margaritas I ever had so fresh and delicious!, and his attitude is soo respectful and nice to everyone!, definitely coming back!!!
Atmosphere: 5

Great drinks, music, and service, but pricey - $17.50 for one drink (normal mojito) before gratuities. Whether or not that's worth it is subjective, but you'll find more affordable options in Little Havana.

Fabulous atmosphere and music. Feels like I’m in Cuba! Great friendly service and attitude! Recommend when you’re in MIA.
Price per person
$100+
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Frances and frank showed excellent service. Enjoyed atmosphere. Whiskey and cigars were quality.
Price per person
$20–30
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Just for Fun

Outstanding experience, great live music, nice house cigars, good cuban food, doesn't get any better in Little Havana!
Price per person
$30–50
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Stunning atmosphere, great staff, highly recommend.
Price per person
$30–50
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Just for Fun, Stella Artois

Absolute must stop for cigars and booze - I spent 2 hours here chillin’ with the best cigars I found on Calle Ocho. Local beers were great and found my future cigar purchase place. Very high quality

From the coffee to cigars everything was amazing. We enjoyed an afternoon on the outdoor patio with Ramses and Lorena. We will be back!!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Great spot in Little Havana for a puff and sip. Fun art on the walls, open air environment chill vibes all around.
Price per person
$10–20
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Great place! Live music to DJ, awesome vibe. You can smoke cigars inside or out. The only thing missing is coffee, so we had bourbon instead. Friendly waitstaff, definitely be back!

Service was very friendly. Prices were very reasonable especially since it is on Calle ocho. Great vibe! Latin music all night!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Wonderful time on a Sunday. Nelson is kind and very funny, and just great company. Staff were super friendly and the food was really good. Will be back soon for a visit with Nelson.

We love this bar. The energy is as amazing as the drinks! We came here for NYE one year and it was so fun and romantic!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Wow what a nice time. Ramses and Frank were very helpful and pleasant. Beautiful place, great art work.
Price per person
$20–30
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Amazing place to have fun & afro 23 best band ever!!! Come and see what its all about you will not be disappointed! ❤️
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Great service! A nice place to chill out and enjoy great food and cocktails. Thank you Sandy, amazing bartender.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Came with my family and everything about the place was great. Coffee was delicious, service was great and the atmosphere was lovely. Can’t wait to come back!

Cozy cigar bar with great music - and the BEST Mojito I ever had made by the super friendly bartender Sandy.
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Every time I travel to Miami my first stop is Guantanamera to taste the cigars and enjoy the live music and the good service that Ramses offers.

It's a must if you are visiting little havana. My friend and I had so much fun. Drinks A+, Cigars!
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Ramses and Frank are incredible!! First time and they pointed us in the right direction! The Winston Churchill is sooooo tasty! More

When I first came here I didn't know I would be introduced to my new favorite whiskey. The service gave great suggestions.

Great place. Best place in Miami for live Cuban music for dancing feet. Excelente service by Maite.
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Fun place with a Cuban vibes! It’s good to smoke some cigars and have a drink there . Good atmosphere …

Best bartender ever this place is amazing, live music and DJ the maimi felling for sure totally recommend

Ramses and Frank are Very attentive hosts. Vibe/music was awesome.
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Love it here! Lorena makes the best drinks. Impeccable service …
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Great atmosphere with kind staff. Enjoyed some Cuban beer and cigars. Would highly recommend.

BEWARE!! My wife and I wanted a nice energetic place to dance and when we walked past the

BE AWARE there is 18% charge built in. However, amazing vibe and great place for dancing.

Love this place! Little Havana at its best!
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I had a great time with my fam, thank you Frank at the bar!