Iconic Nolita spot with legendary grilled corn, solid Cuban-Mex crossover plates, quick service, and tight seating; good value for Soho with recurring service-attitude and happy hour policy complaints.
Café Habana delivers solid A-grade performance anchored by exceptional food quality, particularly its legendary grilled corn and generous portions that justify the Nolita price point. Service inconsistency—ranging from snappy to brusque—and tight indoor seating prevent higher standing, though the appealing corner location with outdoor people-watching and warm, bustling energy make it a worthwhile neighborhood destination for casual dining.
One caveat: Service inconsistency with reports of rudeness and inattentiveness