Habana Libre
- Neighborhood: West Town
- 1440 W. Chicago
- Chicago, IL 60622
- 312-243-3303
- Price range: $$ ($9-$15)
Located in West Town, this unpretentious Cuban eatery attracts a mix of hipsters, Spanish-speaking families and foodies alike. The authentic menu at Habana Libre serves the likes of fried plantains, empanadas and croquetas. Traditional Cuban sandwiches remain popular among the lunch crowd; dinner entrees include braised oxtail, red snapper and ropa vieja (a Cuban version of shredded beef).
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Chicago Avenue and Noble Street
- Parking:
- Street
- Public Transportation:
- CTA bus: Chicago-66
The Basics
- Hours:
- 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday; noon-10 p.m. Sunday.
- Cuisine:
- Cuban
- Meals Served:
- Dessert, Dinner, and Lunch
- Price Range:
- $$ ($9-$15)
- Reservations:
- Accepted
- Alcohol:
- BYOB
- Audience:
- Families
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes
- Features:
- No children's menu.
- Payment Methods:
- Mastercard and Visa
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Seating :
- 14 tables.
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Rate Habana Libre
"good food, good spot"
By mochalatte from west town, August 2, 2009
delicious authentic cuban food. the rice and black beans are amazing. the lunch menu is always great portion for a unbeatable price. def work check...
Report This Review"Random Fabulousness"
By platypuslove from West Loop, April 1, 2009
Thought I was walking into a storefront takeout joint when I walked in, and this joint turned out to be a packed BYOB. It's right down the street ...
Report This Review"Good Cubano Cuisine"
By LechónMobile from Near West Side, August 8, 2008
I have been hear several time and the food is solid. The Testones with garlic sauce are great as they will repel vampires for an 8 block radius; I...
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