Café Cubano

Skip the overwhelming menu here and ask the server what’s looking good. You might get steered toward meaty oxtails, which are doused with rich stock-based sauce perfect for sopping up with crusty Cuban bread. Couple this dish with the boiled yuca—dense tubers splashed with garlic—and start with ham croquettes, which are crunchy on the outside, creamy within, and offset by a slightly spiced tomato sauce. A hefty South American red from the wine list should carry you through the whole meal.