🌅 SAN - BOS｜Cuban Flavors Meet San Diego's Sunset

🌄 From Hiking Trails to Dinner Dates My best guy friend and I had the same idea: hike different trails of the same mountain in the morning, brunch, then catch dinner at sunset. At 7 PM, San Diego's sun angles low, casting intimate shadows over Mission Valley's malls ✨ 🇨🇺 Havana Grill: Tropical Minimalism Two locations: ✅ Kearny Mesa industrial area ✅ Mission Valley Westfield mall Design vibe: High ceilings with amber chandeliers, black leather seats surrounded by palms—no cheesy tiki decor, just sleek Caribbean vibes 🍽️ Budget-Friendly Cuban Eats (with hacks) ✅ Seafood Paella $26 Generous portion: Giant iron pan with tiger shrimp + squid + mussels—2 of us couldn't finish Flavor notes: ✅ Saffron rice is al dente (I prefer it softer) ✅ Seafood tastes fresh, even better with lime-chili sauce ✅ Pan-Seared Lamb Shank $12 Taste surprise: ✅ Tiny but fall-off-the-bone tender, zero gaminess ✅ Green sauce is key: mint + olive oil + garlic, cuts through richness 🍹 Drink highlights Malta Hatuey $3: Cuba's non-alcoholic malt drink, slightly caramel-sweet Fresh coconut $6: Served with a metal spoon—way better than plastic ones 💡 Insider Tips Heads up: Kearny Mesa location removed oxtail stew (Rabo Encendido)—call ahead Ambiance hack: Window seats at dusk catch golden hour light on the tiles Weekend evenings: Cuban guitarists at Mission Valley location Value tip: 2 people: 1 main + 1 appetizer + 2 drinks ≈ $40, 30% cheaper than SD average 📝 Perfect for 👭 Long chats: Staff won't rush you, even after closing 📸 Instagrammers: Palm leaves + chandeliers make great backdrops 🌍 Food adventurers: Authentic Cuban flavors at San Diego prices #HavanaGrill #KearnyMesaEats #SanDiegoCuban #SDSunsetDining #ExoticCuisine