🍽️ What to Eat in Havana, Cuba? 🇨🇺

Cuban cuisine is quite basic (and salty!) due to limited ingredients. Varadero has few good options—only "Varadero 60" (with live music) is worth trying. Havana has more choices, but don’t expect gourmet food—just enjoy the cheap lobster! 🌟 Top Restaurant Picks 1️⃣ Los Nardos (★★★★★) 📍 Opposite the "White House" ✅ Why? Best value, service & ambiance—locals love it! 💰 Price: Affordable (lobster ~$8). 🍽️ Must-try: Ropa Vieja (Cuba’s national dish—shredded beef with peppers). 2️⃣ Café Mambo Havana (★★★★★) ✅ Why? No bad dishes—lobster for just $5-6! 🎵 Bonus: Lively atmosphere. 3️⃣ Le Petit (★★★★) 📍 Old Havana ✅ Why? Good octopus (slightly pricier). ⚠️ Other Notes ❌ Skip: O’Reilly 304, Antojos (overpriced tourist traps). 💰 Real Local Prices: Some spots charge $1-2 per meal (but Spanish skills needed!). 🍦 Ice Cream Tip: If a gelato shop has a line, try it! "Cuba isn’t a foodie paradise—but $5 lobster & live music make up for it!" 🎶🦞 #CubaTravel #HavanaEats #BudgetFoodie