Cafe Atlantic
Pasadena, CA 91103
Phone: (626) 796-7350
- Price:
- $$
- Cross Street:
- Raymond Avenue
- Hours:
- Daily 7am-10pm
Editorial Review for Cafe Atlantic – by Citysearch Editors
In Short
Snappy Cuban music fills the airy space and pictures of Havana hang on the walls. Comfortable wicker furniture anchors one side, and elegantly appointed, white-clothed tables fill the other. The menu includes made-from-scratch papas rellenas and mashed potatoes stuffed with ground beef. The hearty ajiaca--a spicy jerked-beef stew--is enough to share. The sandwich menu is highlighted by serrano ham, sharp manchego cheese and grilled onions piled on thick potato-dill bread.
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Insider Tips
What to DrinkThe cafe has a well-rounded wine list. If you're craving a mojito, however, you'll have to head to Xiomara around the corner.
ParkingPay $5 for the garage on Union and Fair Oaks, or there's free 90-minute parking at the lot on Raymond and Green.
The ExtrasCuban-style breakfasts, Porto's bakery pastries and hot coffee are served every morning until 11:30am.
User Reviews for Cafe Atlantic
11/21/2006 Posted by cdisip
I held my graduation party here, and the service was superb. Melissa (the owner's daughter) worked with my price range to come up with a great 3 course menu. Since the place is small, I was able to reserve the entire restaurant for my party without any extra charge - great considering it was on a saturday night. The red snapper and cuban chicken are wonderful. one of best spots for cuban food in pasadena, with the other one being Xiomara, Cafe Atlantic's sister restaurant.
08/18/2006 Posted by calilove_92
This is an out of the way spot within it's higher priced more high end sister restaurant Xiomara. For my money Cafe Atlantic has a better menu and prices. The mojitos are refreshing. I have traversed most of the menu and have yet to be disappointed. The service is always prompt and friendly. Their suggestions are never off. On my last visit I enjoyed lobster empanadas, arroz frito (fried rice) a mojito and the cuban flan was the best I'd ever had. I cannot get enough of this place. I will return many times in the future.
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