Vibrant venue with a parlor serving upscale Cuban dishes & a cafe for Cuban sandwiches & coffee. Based on 474 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.2 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ Delivery
Address:
530 Lake Park Ave, Oakland, CA 94610
Phone: (510) 832-1515
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Hours
| Friday | 12–10 PM |
| Saturday | 12–10 PM |
| Sunday | 12–10 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 12–9 PM |
| Thursday | 12–9 PM |
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Reviews
B Louis
Stopped in early morning for some of their famous Cuban coffee and instantly loved it. Decided to then try their Plantains and beef patties for something lite and it was worth it. I love the California infused take on the chicken patties. The plantains were just right and came with a cinnamon butter that you pour over them. I will definitely came back for dinner and give an update.
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Stephanie Calasanz
food was delicious! and drinks were fun too
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FLUID Oakland
From what I know since the early 90s, this is the 3rd restaurant in Oakland; Caña has been my all time favorite and, lucky for me, plantanos maduros have always been on the menu!
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Josephine Roberts
We are huge Cuban food fans and this was our first time trying this spot.
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Agustín Carro Faustino
Nice place! Their virgin mojito was amazing!
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RB
First time visiting CANA Cuban Parlor & Cafe in Oakland and it was a good experience. CANA is located on the northbound side of Lake Merritt not to far from the Grand Lake Theater. CANA Cuban Parlor and Cafe, just as it sounds in the name is a restaurant inspired by Cuban dishes, culture, folklore, and spirit. The Cafe sears around 50 folks comfortably and serves authentic Latin America inspired dishes for those with varying palettes. There are two large flat screen tv’s that stream sports, a decent size bar, friendly staff, and on Sunday’s live music. If you ever visit on Sunday, it’s nicknamed “Sunday Funday,” because of the live music, encouraged salsa dancing, and unique menu catered to the Sunday audience. There is a brunch menu available from open until 3:00 pm, a specialized drink menu, and Sunday specific dishes. Today, my wife order the Salmon and I got the Havana Salad with grilled chicken. The salad was great and I’d definitely recommend trying it. Good spot for a casual date or brunch with friends/colleagues! My only complaint is that our food took entire too long to come from the kitchen and our waitperson was friendly but a bit absent minded. Had to remind him about silverware and he forgot to bring my wife her mimosa.
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Marjouri M.
I attended a fundraiser. Drinks were great! Parking right across the street. Wonderful spot. Definitely going back more often !
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Matthis Pluska
Awesome drinks, really great and caring staff, the food is always fresh and the best part is on Sundays from 4 to 6 PM they have a live band to dance salsa and Bachata and from 6 PM onwards they have a really great DJ! This place is a neighborhood staple in Oakland and the owner is an incredible person!
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Synettra Thomas
Nice and Friendly staff, I ordered the chix and waffles. Was just ok… Presentation was nice. Only real problem I had was I kept finding plastic in my waffles. Big turn off for me.. However, if they fix that I do think it can be a kool spot otherwise.
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Shanese Hogg
Came here for Sunday Brunch and it was packed. One can feel the upbeat energy from outside the restaurant/bar. I would recommend this place to a friend. On Sundays this restaurant/bar has two sections: 1. for strictly food 2. food and dancing. Please note that the food section, divided by a wall does not have a cover charge but you cannot see the live band playing, you can only hear the music. Both sides are packed so choose a section based on your needs at the time. My friend and I decided to pay the $10 surcharge so that we could enjoy the food and live band. After 3pm, the tables from section 2 are removed and that area is transformed into a salsa and meringue playground. The music was 5 stars. Those musician kept the beat going and the dancefloor was quickly packed. Disclaimer: The security guards at the entrance can be a bit gruff but they are pretty friendly once you approach them nicely.
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