La Guarida, Havana, restaurant in Havana, Cuba
La Guarida is a rooftop restaurant in Havana housed in a multi-story colonial-era residential building. The space connects older building elements with modern dining and bar facilities.
The building dates to the late 1800s when Havana was growing as a trade center and such homes housed wealthy families. Its conversion to a restaurant happened in the 1990s when private dining businesses became permitted in Cuba.
The restaurant occupies a colonial-era residential building and has become a meeting place for locals and travelers interested in traditional Cuban food. The open terrace on top reflects how Havanans use their homes to gather and look out over the city.
The restaurant sits in Havana's old city quarter where narrow streets are accessible but the upper floors require climbing stairs. Visiting during daytime offers the best views across the rooftops and city.
The restaurant was filmed in the house used by the 1993 film Strawberry and Chocolate, making it special for film fans. This cinematic connection has drawn visitors from around the world wanting to explore the movie location.
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