El Dandy

Top choice in Habana Vieja


More stylish man-about-town than vain popinjay, El Dandy is an unpretentious cafe by day and a cool cocktail bar by night. A casual greeter shakes your hand at the door, efficient waitstaff take your order at the bar, and trendier-than-you customers pose like peacocks around the marble tables.

Peruse the eclectic photo art depicting ballerinas and boxers as you wait for your strong coffee or even stronger mojito.


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