Discover the Vibrant Flavors of Gustazo Cuban Kitchen Bar Waltham
Nestled in the heart of Waltham, Massachusetts, Gustazo Cuban Kitchen Bar offers an authentic and exhilarating culinary journey to the sun-drenched streets of Cuba. Located at the easily accessible address of 240 Moody St, Waltham, MA 02453, United States, Gustazo is more than just a dining establishment; it is a cultural immersion. From the moment you step through the doors, the atmosphere envelops you in the warmth, rhythm, and rich history that defines Cuban hospitality. We pride ourselves on bringing the true essence of Cuban cooking—a beautiful fusion of Spanish, African, and Caribbean influences—to the local community and visitors alike. Our commitment is to deliver dishes crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients, prepared using time-honored techniques passed down through generations.
The culinary landscape of Waltham is enriched by Gustazo’s dedication to authenticity. We strive to capture the spirit of Havana nights and the comforting flavors of home-cooked Cuban meals. Whether you are seeking a lively spot for evening cocktails accompanied by savory tapas or a relaxed setting for a hearty dinner, Gustazo provides the perfect backdrop. Our menu is a carefully curated selection designed to showcase the diversity and depth of Cuban cuisine, ensuring there is something delightful for every palate. We invite you to explore the depth of flavor that awaits you at our Moody Street location.
Key Highlights of the Gustazo Experience
What sets Gustazo Cuban Kitchen Bar apart in the vibrant dining scene of Waltham? Our focus remains steadfast on delivering an unparalleled experience rooted in genuine Cuban tradition and modern culinary excellence. Here are a few aspects that define our unique offering:
Authentic Culinary Heritage: Our kitchen is dedicated to preserving the integrity of traditional Cuban recipes. This means slow-cooked meats, perfectly seasoned rice and beans, and the careful balance of sweet, sour, and savory notes characteristic of the island’s gastronomy. We honor the foundational elements of Cuban cooking, ensuring every bite transports you directly to the Caribbean.
Vibrant Atmosphere and Ambiance: Gustazo is designed to stimulate the senses. The decor reflects the colorful architecture and lively spirit of Cuba, complemented by music that sets a relaxed yet energetic mood. It’s an ideal setting for celebrations, intimate dinners, or simply unwinding after a long day. The bar area serves as a focal point, offering expertly mixed beverages that pair perfectly with our flavorful food offerings.
Commitment to Freshness and Quality: We believe that exceptional food starts with superior ingredients. Our chefs meticulously source components to ensure the highest standard of flavor and nutritional value in every dish served. This dedication to quality is evident in the freshness of our produce and the depth of flavor achieved in our signature slow-cooked preparations.
A Welcoming Community Hub: More than just a restaurant, Gustazo aims to be a gathering place for the Waltham community. We foster an environment where guests feel like family, encouraging conversation, laughter, and the sharing of wonderful food. Our service staff is knowledgeable and passionate about Cuban culture, eager to guide newcomers through the menu and recommend the perfect pairing for their meal.
Exploring Cuban cuisine is an adventure, and Gustazo Cuban Kitchen Bar is your trusted guide on this flavorful expedition. We take pride in offering an experience that is both deeply traditional and refreshingly contemporary. Our location on Moody Street positions us perfectly to serve both local residents and those traveling through the area, making authentic Cuban dining accessible and memorable.
Savor the Spirit of Cuba in Waltham
We warmly invite you to experience the passion, rhythm, and unforgettable tastes that define Gustazo Cuban Kitchen Bar. Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of Latin American flavors or new to the vibrant world of Cuban gastronomy, our team is ready to welcome you. Come discover why Gustazo has become a cherished destination for those seeking genuine flavor and spirited hospitality right here in Waltham, MA. We look forward to sharing the warmth of our kitchen with you soon at 240 Moody St.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Service options
Outdoor seating
Kerbside pickup
Delivery
Takeaway
Dine-in
Highlights
Fast service
Great cocktails
Great coffee
Great dessert
Live music
Serves local specialty
Sport
Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Comfort food
Healthy options
Private dining room
Quick bite
Small plates
Spirits
Vegan options
Vegetarian options
Wine
Dining options
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Amenities
Bar on site
Toilet
Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Romantic
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Locals
Tourists
Transgender safe space
Planning
Brunch reservations recommended
Lunch reservations recommended
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Paid multi-storey car park
Paid parking lot
Plenty of parking
Menus
Vegetarian Small Plates
ENSALADA DE REMOLACHAUS$17.00
ACEITUNAS ALINADAS (GF - Vegan)US$10.00
CAZUELA DE COLIFLOR ASADA (GF)US$20.00
CROQUETAS DE HONGOSUS$15.00
FLORES DE CALABAZAUS$20.00
YUCA FRITAUS$12.00
FRITURAS DE MAIZUS$19.00
BONIATOS BARACOUS$20.00
Sándwiches
POLLOUS$17.00
PAN CON LECHONUS$18.00
Coffees
EspressoUS$3.25
Cafe BombonUS$4.23
Iced LatteUS$5.14
Iced Cafe Con LecheUS$6.18
LatteUS$5.20
Cafe Con LecheUS$5.52
Spanish LatteUS$5.14
Mocha LatteUS$5.52
Iced MochaUS$6.18
CortadoUS$3.84
Iced Spanish LatteUS$5.79
Soups And Salads
BLACK BEANS*US$5.00
Desserts
FLANUS$6.00
CHURROS CON CHOCOLATEUS$14.00
Small Plates From The Sea
MEJILLONES CON CHORIZOUS$24.00
PAPAS RELLENASUS$20.00
PULPOUS$26.00
CAMARONES A LA PLANCHAUS$24.00
Desserts
FLANUS$8.00
WHOLE TRES LECHES CAKEUS$50.00
WHOLE FLAN (24hrs Notice Needed For This Item)US$50.00
THICK SPANISH STYLE HOT CHOCOLATEUS$7.50
CHURROS CON CHOCOLATEUS$14.00
Large Plates
PUERCO ASADOUS$20.00
MUSHROOM ROPA VIEJA (VEGETARIAN/VEGAN)US$20.00
ROPA VIEJAUS$21.00
PORK BELLY PLATEUS$21.00
Sides & Sauces
BLACK BEANSUS$6.50
WHITE RICEUS$4.00
RICE AND BEANSUS$9.00
CILANTRO AIOLIUS$1.50
SWEET PAPRIKA AIOLIUS$1.50
CONGRI RICEUS$6.00
Small Plates
YUCA FRITAUS$12.00
Large Plates
ARROZ CON POLLOUS$38.00
PESCADO DEL DIAUS$41.00
ROPA VIEJAUS$32.00
ROPA VIEJA DE HONGOSUS$31.00
PUERCO ASADOUS$32.00
Small Plates
MADUROS CON TOCINOUS$10.00
CROQUETAS DE JAMONUS$12.00
BARRIO CHINOUS$21.00
CHULETAS DE CORDERO (GF)US$22.50
CHICHARRONESUS$20.00
PALOMILLAUS$29.00
COSTILLAS A LA GUAYABAUS$21.25
Vegetarian/Vegan
SETASUS$15.00
PAN TOMACAUS$14.00
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Reviews Gustazo Cuban Kitchen Bar Waltham
Gerry Gilbert
14-10-2025
Have been here a couple of times and the tapas are really good. Thoughtfully executed menu with flavors of the Caribbean in a beautiful setting. Definitely worth the trip to Waltham.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Aarti Goldstein
05-08-2025
Awesome selection of vegan/ vegetarian food.. and I am not both of them 😄. Mussels were amazing so were corn fritters and most of the dishes we ordered. Drinks good too.
We were sitting outside which has really good vibe. It's enclosed so you still get privacy from people walking around.
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$30–50
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Noise level
Quiet, easy to talk
Recommendation for vegetarians
Highly recommend
Vegetarian offerings
Large vegetarian selection
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Paid parking lot, Paid parking garage
Katherine
23-06-2025
We love Gustazo! After years of enjoying the Cambridge location, we finally tried the Waltham spot. The food was excellent. We had 5 small plates, including the halibut stuffed peppers, the mahimahi tacos, the corn fritters, and the shitake mushroom croquettes. All of them were delicious and presented beautifully. My husband had the pork large plate and the pork was unbelievably tender and the portion was huge. I enjoyed the guava blossom cocktail. There were four of us for the meal and we split two desserts. I think the key lime pie is my favorite. Like their spot in Cambridge, this location also has bright decor with posters for Cuban films covering the walls. The staff was veey friendly.
Food: 5
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 5
Noise level
Moderate noise
Group size
Suitable for all group sizes
Wait time
No wait
Recommendation for vegetarians
Highly recommend
Vegetarian offerings
Large vegetarian selection
Carolyn Huang
14-06-2025
Gustazo Cuban Kitchen & Bar in Waltham is fantastic! The food was full of flavor and cooked perfectly. My favorites were the ribeye, lamb, empanadas, and the bacon-wrapped plantain tapas. And don’t miss the flan! It’s the perfect finish and an absolute must-try. Great spot with delicious dishes!
Price per person
$100+
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Wait time
No wait
Seating type
Indoor dining area
Parking options
Paid parking garage
Jin Lem
03-06-2025
The food tasted great! The interior was a little bit dark for me but being seated next to the window was nice. For the price of the food, it was a little bit concerning to see a 4% appreciation charge for kitchen staff on the bill… however i didn’t mind too much as the food was good. The flavors were well balanced. I enjoyed the camarones a la plancha and the flan the most.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Eli Hamilton
18-05-2025
Pros: The atmosphere was upscale, but not stuffy. High ceilings and interesting space. The food was fantastic. We ordered tapas, vegetarian entrees, and entrees. We didn’t have a single dish we didn’t like.
Cons: The tapas were small even for tapas. Several of the tapas came with 2 of the item when I feel 3x is more standard. There was also an automatic 4% “Kitchen Appreciation Fee”. I know Gustazo is far from the only place to do this, but I hate it. Charge more for your food and pay your people properly. These separate charges always feel like posturing and grandstanding.
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$50–100
Food: 5
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4
Group size
Not sure
Seating type
Indoor dining area, Bar area
Recommendation for vegetarians
Highly recommend
Vegetarian offerings
Vegetarian menu or section
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Paid parking lot
Anna Lisa Wilkinson
28-02-2025
Finally got to try this place on moody st. In Waltham. The tapas/small plates were excellent. I had the swordfish tacos and shared the yucca fries and corn fritters. All delicious with lots of flavor. The churros for dessert was a highly, yummy with chocolate and dulce de leche sauces for dipping. The sangria of the day was really good as well. I would definitely go back.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
traceriffic
15-02-2025
Easily our favorite Cuban restaurant in New England. (And my Mom was born in Cuba, so I am both intimately familiar with & very picky about good, authentic Cuban food!) The atmosphere is cozy with dim, soothing, easy-on-the-eyes lighting, high ceilings, and vintage “old Cuba” inspired artwork/ambiance. For apps: yuca frita, empanadas, croquetas de jamon are our go-tos. The ropa vieja & puerco asado are our favorite comfort food meals; if you’re doing apps, the meals are definitely big enough to share. Their mojitos are exceptional and refreshing with just enough mint. We’ve never had room for dessert, but one of these days, we’re dying to try the churros because they look to die for! All in all, we’ve been to Gustazo’s a few dozen times over the past six years, both for intimate date nights and also bigger gatherings like birthday/grad parties, and the food and service are always stellar. Grateful to have a Cuban gem like this in Massachusetts!
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Noise level
Moderate noise
Group size
Suitable for all group sizes
Paul Truong
31-12-2024
Tried this place for date night. Really good tapas options and tequila selection .
Food: 5
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 5
Harriett Fox
31-12-2024
Having recently moved here from Miami, I was looking forward to a delicious Cuban meal. This was one of the worst eating experiences that I've had. The food didn't measure up to mediocre. My friend and I, both senior women, were treated as the worst restaurants treat people in our demographic - we were largely ignored by our server while he was regaling with his friends at the next table. And we had to call him over. The chocolate drink was a watered down powder, which we returned and it was replaced. This is the first negative review that I've written. And it is well deserved. The only mistake I made was leaving a tip.
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$30–50
Food: 1
Service: 1
Atmosphere: 3
Group size
Not sure
Special events
No special event
Reviews Gustazo Cuban Kitchen Bar Waltham