Welcoming atmosphere and captivating historic decor! It was a busy Saturday lunch and we found 2 seats at the original bar from 1905. Superb service from Savanna. 5/5 stars for every aspect of our visit! Delicious food served quickly plus complimentary warm Cuban bread. We look forward to our next visit!
Wow! These place was amazing! 15 dining rooms under one roof and 5 star service anywhere you went. One can truly feel the history and the family's dedication to providing a top quality experience. Our server James went the extra mile in all that he did and even kind enough to take me and my girlfriend on a short tour. There was two live performances happening when we were there and didn't want to leave. Highly recommend this place. Can't wait to return and eat in a different part to experience it in another way
We took our chances, going on a Saturday, late afternoon, without reservations, but were fortunate enough to get in, and the experience was well worth it! The venue is old world magnificence, the ambiance elegant, the service spectacular and the food absolutely delicious.
I don't think you could go wrong with any of the dishes - our party of three each chose very different items and were all delighted. Personally I was delighted with the Spanish bean soup in particular. Wholesome, hearty, satisfying on almost a molecular level, with enough spice to tickle my taste buds without burning them down.
When you go (because there is no if - you should!), ask for the history of the statue! Absolutely added to the gravitas of the venue!
Authentic cuban food, for sure. Great flavors, great atmosphere, great service. The 1905 salad was delectable. The menu was abundant in options and descriptions to help the patron make a decision. It was quite busy, but the service was on point. Lots of space and in historic Ybor City. Must try the other dishes.. I also had the palomilla steak sandwich w some rice and beans that were really good.
The place is truly beautiful inside and outside. We ordered to start some cheese with caramelised onion, it was delicious but not much cheese. My partner had a huge plate with a bit of everything and I ordered beef which was lovely but I didn’t get any Latin hit out of it. The service was outstanding. I would come back and try other dishes. We didn’t find expensive at all.
Make a reservation, please... the flamenco show was nice, short but nice. Service was great, the appetizers were delicious and so was the meat. Sangria made on the spot was great, place was packed. I will definitely go, but make sure you have some $$$$ to spend.
1905 Salad, Cuban bread, Paella, and Sangria, with Key Lime pie for dessert. Diego was accommodating and had a great sense of humor. We were seated in the Garden Room and the atmosphere was lovely. We were easily able to have some lovely conversation without straining to be heard. A beautiful meal in beautiful surroundings. This place is a must for anyone wanting a true taste of Tampa and Ybor City. Make a reservation, otherwise you can have an hour or more wait.
The building is beautiful inside and out! The servers are all so sweet as well! As a free appetizer, each person at the table receives a half loaf of bread and butter. It is crumbly and has a great taste!
I ordered “The Original Cuban Sandwich” with a “1905 Side Salad.”
Although I wasn’t a big fan of the side salad very much, the sandwich had a pleasant taste. The whole table shared a bunch of the desserts on the menu, and we loved every single one of them!
The whole experience here was a blast, and the little store attached to the restaurant is a must as well!
10/10
Always such a great experience
The location is so beautiful and historical, I learn something new every visit
The food is delicious and I was impressed by the seafood paella, worth the wait!
I tried both sangria's and they were delicious. Great selection of wines
The 1905 salad is a must!
The staff is so friendly and always helpful.
This restaurant strives for and excels at making you feel like you are in a very special place. I was in awe how they toss salads at the table and the fresh bread was wonderful. Whether a small group of 4 or a large party I saw the staff take care of us all. The food was delicious. I had a half Cuban with salad, One of my friends had red snapper, another had grouper and another friend had salad with grilled chicken. Simply delicious!
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