Cuban Cuisine Boston | Gustazo Cuban Kitchen & Bar

🌶️ Guztazo Cuban Kitchen & Bar: Cambridge’s Go-To Cuban Spot—Flavorful, But Watch the Bill This Cambridge staple pops up first when you search for Cuban food in Boston—and for good reason. The menu’s a bit cryptic (we relied on ingredients lists and tips), but most dishes hit the mark, with bright, bold flavors that lean into tangy sauces and smoky notes. 🌟 Standout Dishes Guacamole Cubano ($13): 🥑 A must. Creamy guac with a zesty kick, topped with sunflower seeds and charred pineapple chunks—those sweet-tart pineapple bits are genius. Served with unsweetened plantain chips (the perfect neutral base for the guac). Bonus: The portion is massive—easily shares with 3-4 people. Mejillones con Chorizo ($17): 🦪 The surprise hit. Plump mussels in a rich, smoky red sauce (thanks to spicy chorizo). Scoop them up with the crispy, garlicky bread on the side—sauce-soaked bread + mussel + chorizo = pure joy. Chuletas de Cordero ($21): 🐑 Tender, grilled lamb chops (four small cutlets) with a bright mint salsa. The mint cuts through the lamb’s richness, and the char from the grill adds depth. Simple, but delicious. 😐 The “Meh” Empanadas de Carne ($14): 🥟 Flaky pastry filled with ground beef (and a hint of raisins, though they’re hard to detect). Tastes like a spiced Mexican empanada—good, but not memorable. Chicharrones ($12): 🐷 Crispy pork belly that’s extremely greasy—juices squirt when you bite into it. The accompanying dips (avocado, salsa, cilantro) help cut the fat, but it’s too heavy for my taste. Even fat-lovers might find this overwhelming. 🍰 The Sweet Note Tres Leches Cake ($10): 🧁 Unique, but intense. A two-layer affair: fluffy meringue on top, and a soaked, crumbly cake layer below (drenched in three kinds of milk). It’s very sweet (the coconut sprinkles add even more sugar), but the texture is fascinating—light yet rich. Share it; one person can’t finish it without a sugar crash. 🚨 Heads-Up Pricing: Menu prices are misleading—our bill had noticeable jumps (e.g., listed $16 vs. charged $21). Check the receipt carefully. Vibe: Casual, lively, and great for groups. The flavors skew similar to Mexican food (think cumin, chili, citrus)—no bad thing, just good to know. Overall, Guztazo delivers solid Cuban eats with standout dips and seafood. Just watch for hidden price hikes, and skip the chicharrones unless you’re craving extreme grease. 📍 Guztazo Cuban Kitchen & Bar 2067 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140 #CambridgeEats #CubanFood #BostonDining