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Paladar Estela Frommer's Very Highly Recommended

Simón Bolívar 557, Trinidad

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Cuisine Criolla
Hours Mon-Fri 7-10pm
Location Around Town
Reservations Reservations not accepted
Phone 41/99-4329
Prices Main courses CUC$8-CUC$10 (US$8.65-US$11/£4.30-£5.40)
Credit Cards Not accepted

Paladar Estela Review

Enter through an elaborately decorated colonial house, 2 blocks north of the cathedral, into this private restaurant. It has a handful of tables set in an exuberant backyard garden setting, with tons of flowering plants, including red estrella de navidad, and a wall festooned with vines. Portions are nearly as voluminous as the flora, and light eaters can share one dish between two people. Dishes include roast pork a la cubana, fried chicken, grilled fish, and ham omelet. However, my favorite is the perfectly spiced ropa vieja made with shredded lamb. All are served with moros y cristianos (black beans and rice), salad, fried banana, crackers, and fruit.

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