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Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar

At Pointe Orlando

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Escape to Cuba Libre!

Experience the Tropicana ambiance of Havana in the 1950's. Enjoy imaginative Cuban cuisine as it might have evolved in a free Cuba over the past 50 years. The restaurant's name, which translates to "a free Cuba," signifies a hope for the future of the treasured island nation.

The two-story, 20,000 sq ft venue, provides a virtual escape to a captivating Havana, Cuba of days gone past with vibrant colors, exotic foliage, Latin rhythms and authentically dressed staff. The menu features tantalizing tastes derived from the island's culinary traditions which include Spanish, African, Creole and Asian influences.

Cuba Libre’s contemporary cuisine is both flavorful and savory as it combines beef, poultry, pork and seafood with exotic fruits and vegetables, herbs and seasonings. Larger portions on some of the entrees are designed for sharing. Signature menu items are a mainstay, while seasonal changes ensure that the menu is kept fresh and updated.

Every Friday and Saturday evening, professional salsa dancers perform choreographed floorshows accompanied by DJs spinning a variety of classic an contemporary Latin dance music.

Indulge yourself with one of the more than 70 varieties of rum, including signature Cuba Libre Brand Rums (white, dark, spiced, 5 year 15 year and 21 year.) Your choice of rum can be combined with fresh fruits and other ingredients to create a variety of tropical cocktails, sangrias and frozen drinks.

In the mood for something a little more traditional? Try Cuba Libre's uniquely refreshing house specialty, the mojito, is made from the authentic Cuban recipe of rum, freshly squeezed lime juice, fresh hierba buena (Cuban mint leaves), a splash of soda and most distinctively, guarapo - fresh sugar cane juice pressed on site.

Prices:
Appetizers: $10 - $26
Salads: $9 - $11
Entrees: $18 - $29

Location:
Cuba Libre
Pointe Orlando
9101 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819
Phone: 407-226-1600

Extras:
Banquet facilities at Cuba Libra can accommodate intimate parties of 15 up to a grand event for 1,000 for anything from themed cocktail party to elegant dinners. A variety of extras can be added to 'spice' up your next event, including: Feathered Dancers, Professional Salsa Dancers, Latin DJ, Cigar Rolling Booth and Rum Expert.

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