Cha Cha Cha Cuban Cafe Reviews Summary

Category: Cuban restaurant

Address: 292 S Michigan Ave, Kenilworth, NJ 07033, USA

Phone: +19084866000

Rating: 4.5
based on 123 reviews.

Food Quality

Pros:

  • "The food was absolutely phenomenal!"
  • "The portion was big and full of flavor."
  • "All were cooked perfectly & outstanding!"
  • "The chicken was tender and the beans were tasty."
  • "The Cuban Riceball was amazing!"
  • "Both were delicious."
  • "The food was exquisite!"

Cons:

  • "Both the rice and meat were obviously old."
  • "The meat didn’t have much flavor to it."
  • "The meat for the steak with onions and cuban sandwiches was really dry, and the side sauces didn't help."
  • "The food was generally bland with oil and salt to make up for flavor."
  • "The fish was a bit salty but it went well with the rice."
  • "The congri looked and tasted like it was colored with food coloring."
  • "The food was not edible and we had to throw it out."

Service

Pros:

  • "The servers were very friendly and very fast taking our orders."
  • "Owner and Wife greeted me with a handshake and a big hello upon my entrance."
  • "The family that owns and operates the restaurant are very friendly and were super accommodating with a couple changes that I made before the event."
  • "The owners and staff were incredibly kind."
  • "The service was great."
  • "The customer service was amazing, and the food was even better."
  • "The waiters very nice even made some conversation while our appetizers where coming out."

Cons:

  • "Honestly, this place is a hit or miss, depending on who’s cooking."
  • "Charged a dollar for extra sauce, didn't receive it. Charged for maduros, didn't receive it. Ordered ham and chicken croquettes, didn't receive the chicken croquettes."
  • "I called to place an order and they never answered the phone."
  • "The ladies barely made it around the counter to serve us at our tables."
  • "They pass the phone off three times and all I was ordering was beef empanadas."
  • "Called for a delivery at around 12:05pm they got here a hour and ten min later."
  • "Called two times for a update phone just rang and rang away!"

Ambiance

Pros:

  • "The decor was so cute too loved it!!"
  • "It’s small, cozy, and I assume they do a brisk takeout business."
  • "The atmosphere was off the hook."
  • "It had a nice homey vibe when we arrived and the owners were very friendly and welcoming."
  • "Great service, restaurant had a great homey feel."
  • "The inside of the restaurant is cozy & cute, showcasing various Cuban photos & memorabilia."
  • "Atmosphere is really cute and authentic it’s a small spot but it gives you that homey feel."

Cons:

  • "First off, the establishment looked cluttered and sticky."
  • "This visit was by far the worst experience I’ve EVER had at a restaurant."
  • "Won't be coming back."
  • "So disappointing DO NOT EAT HERE"
  • "The prices on the old menu are more realistic."
  • "The owner lady said the food would be ready in 25 minutes but then had me waiting for an hour."
  • "The food was very tasty. I don’t give it five stars because the place did not look nor smelled CLEAN."

Value

Pros:

  • "Worth every penny spent."
  • "The prices are reasonable!"
  • "Very flavorful and you get your moneys worth!"
  • "The portions were plentiful & the prices were very reasonable."
  • "Look at the amount they serve. I ordered for one and they served for 2."
  • "Every meal is a flavor experience."
  • "THE FOOD, taste amazing! Very flavorful and you get your moneys worth!"

Cons:

  • "The prices are on the expensive side for small portions."
  • "Beware the prices are not proportionate to the quality or size of the meal."
  • "A little pricey but, Came with a can of coke :-) and was well worth it."
  • "Overall ok but too expensive for a quick lunch $22.36!!"
  • "5 bucks for a Lil piece of sugar! Lol and it Sucked!!!"
  • "NEVER order through UberEATS. I didn't report the order fast enough to be refunded, but even though the food was good, expect to be charged for things you never received."
  • "Also items were missing from our order."

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