FINALLY made it to Babalu's. We were anticipating authentic Cuban cuisine set in a comfortable tropical ambiance. We expected the experience so many other Yelpers yelped about; friendly service, fresh quality ingredients, a varied menu and large portions. Babalu's did not disappoint and, again, checked all of those boxes. It's hard to resist the plate of Cuban bread sliced thin, lightly buttered, toasted and finished with just enough garlic salt to tease "just one more". We enjoyed the pork chunks and roasted pork loin for dinner entrees. Delicious, each one. Onions slices were cooked al dente in light oil and spices and served with the meat in small individually sized Dutch ovens. White rice and traditional black beans humbled each dish. Plantains, the sweet counter to the meat and spices, made their point. Next visit we will be sure to try the desserts. But we couldn't leave without an exclamation point to the meal; a Cuban cafe. The sweet heat of Havana. At Babalu's they do what they do best.

Lovely bar and restaurant. Quiet atmosphere. Since my mother was Cuban I felt as if I was at home. Service is great. Everyone very friendly and assisted with menu and served with pride. My husband ordered an entree of grilled chicken and black beans and rice. There was absolutely nothing left on the plate when I wasn't looking he might have licked the plate clean. My son had tostons and chicken and black beans and rice we all agreed the food was fantastic! I ordered the vaca frita and veggies it was awesome I couldn't finish it all but not to fret I took home all that was left. My son ate the plantains from my plate! All in all one of the few Cuban restaurants we have ever eaten at that was close to being in Cuba as we have ever been!

Some things are a must when visiting family in other parts of the country. Especially when it's food and as good as Babalu's! Now if you live within an hour of this place and you've never been well then I must know what is better near you and if you have no response what a sad state to be that you have not experienced the delicious flavors in this hidden gem. The people are great the ambiance I guess could be more humid and tabaco smelling of you wanted a true Cuban feel but this is still hands down one of the best spots in all of America.

I have heard so much good things about this restaurant that I finally tried it. The staff is warm and friendly. The restaurant is big inside with a private room. The menu is rather extensive with a large selection of appetizers, salads, sandwiches and main courses. We check the Lunch menu and the choices are varied. The different foods that we ordered were very good. The Split Pea Soup is very tasty. The Black Beans are a little watery but quite good. The sandwiches are all delicious. The Fish is exotically presented and is very tasty and crunchy. We enjoyed the food tremendously.