Cuba Libre fuses Latino spice with salsa beats and brightens up the streets of Islington. For an evening of good food, good fun and good times, head here.

The Venue
There’s a slight overkill on the Cuban-themed decor and probably one too many Che Guevaras for anyone’s liking, but the pleasant Latin music and relaxed atmosphere more than make up for the bad decor, and it’s obviously not a problem with the throng of people that flock there nightly.

The Atmosphere
Lively, loud and proud, the Latin vibe radiates from the walls of the venue. Coupled with rhythmic salsa beats and lingering aromas, Cuba Libre provides the perfect Latin experience whatever the occasion. The clientele is just as mixed as the cocktails. It’s great for after work drinks that flow into the night, intimate meals in softly lit corners, and friendly reunions over Tapas and cocktails.

The Food
The broad menu at Cuba Libre offers a varied selection of Cuban favourites and makes it almost impossible to choose, but upon eating you realise that any choice is the right choice. The oversized plates are stacked with your choice of meat, fish or vegetables, cooked to perfection and accompanied with generous portions of rice and perfectly crunchy vegetables - this really is Latin cuisine at its finest.

The Drink
With Happy Hour appearing to run most of the night in one form or another, cocktails are definitely the way to go at Cuba Libre. Offering up all the usual favourites in generous servings and all served the Cuban way - strong, strong, strong!

The Last Word
The vibe is lively, the staff are friendly, and the prices are reasonable. What more could you want? Cuba Libre offers so much.

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