Miami-born owner Kristy Socarras Bigelow was raised on the foods of her Cuban-refugee mother's childhood. When she married Brian Bigelow, they decided to share her mother's recipes with the city of Denver, and thus Cuba Cuba was born in 2001. The colorful, vibrant eatery celebrates all things Cuban, from rhythmic music to boldly flavored food. Start with a mojito or a mango mimosa. Then snack on crunchy plantain chips with garlic-lime and mango-habanero dipping sauces. Top entrées to try are the chorizo-filled paella and the arroz con pollo (chicken stewed with asparagus and rice). Some people bring their kids here, but the raucous atmosphere makes it a better place for adults.
Full bar. Serving dinner Mon–Sat. Closed Sun.
" ...Cuba Cuba's setting only adds to the tropical feel: cute, cute bartenders, a copper-topped bar with bongos alongside, and happy Caribbean music. No matter how early or late you stop in, Cuba Cuba has that party attitude."
— Nancy Levine, Westword, April 15, 2010
Miami-born owner Kristy Socarras Bigelow was raised on the foods of her Cuban-refugee mother's childhood. When she married Brian Bigelow, they decided to share her mother's recipes with the city of Denver, and thus Cuba Cuba was born in 2001. The colorful, vibrant eatery celebrates all things Cuban, from rhythmic music to boldly flavored food. Start with a mojito or a mango mimosa. Then snack on crunchy plantain chips with garlic-lime and mango-habanero dipping sauces. Top entrées to try are the chorizo-filled paella and the arroz con pollo (chicken stewed with asparagus and rice). Some people bring their kids here, but the raucous atmosphere makes it a better place for adults.
Full bar. Serving dinner Mon–Sat. Closed Sun.
" ...Cuba Cuba's setting only adds to the tropical feel: cute, cute bartenders, a copper-topped bar with bongos alongside, and happy Caribbean music. No matter how early or late you stop in, Cuba Cuba has that party attitude."
— Nancy Levine, Westword, April 15, 2010