MadCuba, Restaurant in Sé, Funchal, Portugal
MadCuba is a small Cuban restaurant on Rua da Cadeia Velha in the Sé neighborhood of Funchal, on the island of Madeira. The interior is decorated with Caribbean ornaments and colored flags, and a few outdoor seats are available on the street when the weather allows.
MadCuba opened as one of the few Cuban-themed restaurants on the island of Madeira, bringing a cooking style largely absent from the local dining scene. It settled in the Sé district, one of the oldest parts of Funchal, close to the Praça do Município.
The name MadCuba blends "Madeira" and "Cuba", and that mix shows throughout the space, from the colorful flags and posters to the Caribbean music playing in the background. Dishes like Ropa Vieja and Cerdo Cubano bring Cuban cooking traditions to the table in a straightforward way.
The restaurant is open most evenings but closed on Sundays, so it is worth checking ahead before visiting. Tables fill up quickly, especially in the evening, and booking in advance helps avoid a wait.
Between 5 and 7 in the evening, MadCuba runs a two-for-one happy hour on selected cocktails such as mojitos and piña coladas. The spot is also listed as a proposal location, which is an unexpected role for a small Cuban-themed restaurant.
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