We had an amazing girls brunch at Calle Dao! our server Alicia (hope I spelled it right) was AMAZING. The bottomless option was great for our group and we enjoyed a mix of appetizers and entrees. Highly recommend!
Great place for delicious food and drinks. I waited at the bar while my friend was on her way and got a Opium cocktail. It was fantastic with a great blend of flavors and not too sweet. Bartender was super nice and attentive. Also got the Ahumada and really enjoyed the mezcal and pomegranate combo. Amazing cocktails!
For apps we got the steamed shrimp wontons and papas rellenas. Both and amazing flavors and textures. Shrimp was fresh and the Cuban beef was seasoned well.
For entree I got the ropa vieja noodles. The brisket was delicious and the noodles were cooked perfectly.
For dessert we shared the chilled dulce de leche souffle. Super light, fluffy, and mild. The mango coulis added a nice fruity element to the dessert. Great way to end the meal.
I was super excited to try the Cuban and Chinese fusion and am pleased to see it was as delicious as I expected. Will be back again. Staff was all friendly and food came out at a nice pace.
Popped in after a show, greeted and seated immediately. Our server JUSTUN was great!, engaging, fun and was honest in his recommendations.
We had appetizers and cocktails.
We WILL DEFINITELY Come back from brunch!!!
Our server Justin was great, took great care of us and was cracking jokes with us hahahah great time! food was great bc the grilled shrimp was delicious.
Chicken empanadas was a great choice also, the filling was a hint of curry w carrots. Wings were a hit too, seasoning was nicely paired w our drinks. The salsa verde and garlic aioli were amazinggg no exaggeration.
Brisket tostones were good portioned even tho the tostones got soggy quick at the bottom, it still tasted good.
We liked the decor and the bathroom was clean. The door latch was a bit sus it felt insecure but it worked well.
We had an amazing time at this place. We decided to go for the 3-course dinner menu offered during restaurant week, and it exceeded our expectations. Every dish they served was a sensory delight. We started with the Cuban sandwich spring rolls and chicken empanadas, followed by the Ropa Vieja noodles for the main course. Dessert included a delicious Souffle and chocolate lava cake. My personal favorites were the spring rolls, the main course, and the souffle. If you haven't experienced Cuban Chinese cuisine, this place is a must-try!
Five stars all around, there are even some vegan options available however I wouldn’t come here with a vegan pal, there is too many non vegan delights on the menu.
We had the yuca fries, build your own bao, cauliflower side and split the chicken and rice. (The fries and Baos not pictured)
I love “Chino-Latino” cuisine it combines some
of my favorite flavors, and the place does it at a very high level. My only regret is not coming in with a bigger appetite.
I never leave reviews but this was legitimately one of the best meals i have EVER had. I had the Malecon cocktail, duck bao, and chicken with yellow rice. Everything was phenomenal. I will be eating here every time i come to NY.
A very nice surprise, we randomly chose this spot for a unique menu and close proximity to our hotel (The Grayson).
We were seated promptly (w/o a reservation). The waiter was very pleasant and attentive. We were promptly served water and asked about drinks.
Overall the meal was very good and the portions were sufficient.
My appetizer (ceviche) was different from what I’m used to having, but I loved it!
If I had any criticism at all, my steak was requested medium and was well-done. The chimichurri helped offset what would have otherwise been a dried out steak.
Cuban - Chinese!! The concept itself interested me a lot and do we checked out this place when we were in that area. The food and the ambience is excellent. Very casual vibe and the service is great! We got a couple of drinks to start and duck bao and dumplings as appetizers. For main course we got the burger, Cuban fried rice and the salmon. Everything was delicious. We had no room for dessert. We came out super content and satisfied after that lunch.
Overall rating: 4.5
There’s something off about this place. I can’t place my finger on it. The concept is very intriguing and the restaurant itself is very pretty. But it’s missing the types of Cuban dishes or the flavor of Chinese dishes.
I had the noodles, after watching a lot of TikToks on what not to order. They were good! They had some kick. But my friend got the fried rice and it was meh. I was surprised. It was very bland. Thought for sure it would have some fun Cuban flavors. It didn’t.
The mojito thooo.. 😏👀 highly reco!
The server was so friendly though even if I probably won’t be coming back. I think it could be worth trying. Maybe there are other better dishes?
Like elevated home cooked food - yum! The decor is nice and the music is good. I had the ginger salmon with bok choy and the flavors were just WOW. The yucca fries are good too. Gotta come back for $2 oysters when it’s happy hour!
Verdict: Recommend
Came here for brunch on a Saturday. Chino-cuban fusion was interesting and the food didn’t disappoint! Loved the interiors and vibe of this place.
Loved the mushroom wantons, cuban sandwich springrolls and empanadas! I had the mapo maduro and it was such a delight! The drinks were really good, especially the spritz. The staff were awesome and friendly too. Hopefully could visit them again next time!
Spacious place but limited dinner menu. Got the mushroom wantons, that was nice. Got some cocktails, all were strong.
Alexandra “Ale” Paredes
+4
Solid 4.5! Food was very yummy. My favorites were the chicken empanadas, the ropa vieja noodles and the maduros mapo. The side of black beans was tasty too. Great music, vibes and cocktails were strong but nothing to remember. This place is perfect large and small groups.
Came here for dinner with friends and I must say it surpassed my expectations! Everything we ate from the appetizers, to the entrée, and drinks were delicious. They also have great happy hour specials!
Food is absolutely amazing and service is stellar. Had the seafood paella and it was to die for. Justin was our server and he was awesome, really on top of things. Food came out quickly. Would definitely eat here again the next time im in the city
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