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Eating in Cuba
Where to Eat in Cuba
When visiting Cuba, you will have several options
when it’s time to eat. The places you lunch and dine
at will depend largely on what your accommodation will be.
If staying at hotels, you probably have your board fully catered
for. However, you may like to get to know other eateries and
restaurants to get a more authentic feel of Cuban lifestyle.
Here is a list of different places you may expect to eat in.
Hotel restaurants: They will
generally have a decent selection of food but are the most
expensive places to eat in. Expect prices similar to fancy
restaurants in other countries.
Restaurants with prices in dollars: Usually
found in only the larger cities and there are both private
and government run restaurants. The selection of food in these
places is also fairly wide.
Restaurants with prices in pesos: Very similar
to “dollar restaurants” the main difference is
the fact that their prices are in pesos. This is a much cheaper
option although quality and quantity varies from place to
place. Cost: 5-20 pesos for a meal, plus drinks. Keep in mind
that its not common for foreigners to be able to pay in pesos.
Dollars are generally expected from them. There are exceptions
however.
Paladares: These are privately
run restaurants in family houses. They are state sanctioned
and prices are in dollars. The government has stipulated certain
guidelines to be followed by these eateries such as: there
must not be more than 12 seats, it must be strictly family-run
and only typical Cuban food is to be served. If you are served
lobster it is from the black market as all lobsters here are
used for export or only in tourist hotels. The food in these
paladares is inexpensive and gives tourists an authentic taste
of Cuba.
Casa particular: If you’re staying
at a private home, you can also have meals there for some
extra money. This is also a good option as it is inexpensive
and again, you get a chance to taste authentic Cuban cuisine.
Cafeterias: you can
find private or government-run cafeterias.
Street vendors: Private citizens make and
then sell food such as pizza, pastries, sandwiches (bocadillos)
homemade fruit drinks and shakes and other sweets. This is
very cheap, going at around 5 pesos at the most.
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